Carl Jung described the spiritual illness of our time as the loss of soul. These four qualities evoke a deep meeting of our soul and the soul of the world. They also provide a foundation for an integrated spiritual life.
• The ecstasy of passionate love brings forth the divine spark within us and reveals the holy fire of passion as the source of radiant life. There are many ways in which this illuminating fire may ignite us, as in mystical love, in sexual union, and in the encounter with beauty.
• The clarity of meaningful purpose offers us focus, orientation, and soul satisfaction. Living a commitment to a deep purpose can catalyze our potential. Clarity releases the paralysis of ambiguity and aimlessness.
• The joyous creativity of play opens us to the spontaneous revelation of life. Play liberates us from our fixed concepts of our self and expectations of how things are supposed to be. We are reborn out of creative imagination and the infusion of joy.
• The freedom of being fully present resurrects us from our own fragmentation. Liberated from our attachments and fears associated with the past and future, we are immersed in the divine presence of the now, Present in our self, living in the present moment, the fullness of being is present.
These elements of soul will be explored through spiritual practices, creative exercises, movement, and music. Teachings from various mystical traditions and Jungian psychology will be shared.
What’s included? ● 4 nights’ accommodation ● Delicious vegetarian meals – breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day ● 24/7 tea and coffee station (in the dining room) ● Exclusive access to the exquisite surrounds and facilities of Mana Retreat Centre ● All teachings offered by Atum
Come join us for a wonderful retreat on a beautiful beach...
...where the jungle meets the sea. The Mexico retreat provides a rare opportunity to dive deeply into spiritual practice and inquiry within a supportive community while enjoying the great beauty and serenity of the natural world. Mornings are spent exploring Sufi teachings and other mystical traditions, dancing, meditation and discussion. Afternoons are free for swimming, hiking, boating, whale-watching, or just relaxing on the pristine beach, which is right at your doorstep. Evenings are devoted to Dances of Universal Peace and Zikr, the Sufi practice of remembrance.
The oceanfront retreat is located in a fishing village two hours north of Puerto Vallarta. Swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, gym, and spa with hot and cold pools are located on the premises. Delicious meals emphasize fresh local fish, fruit, vegetables, chicken, and native cuisine.
Hollyhock on Cortes Island BC, Canada
July, 2025 — Information
Let go of your old identity and lay the groundwork for a new sense of self. Life changes are times of passage and initiation. Transition is often defined as an in-between time when we live in the midst of uncertainty; that which has contained and grounded our life has dissolved and a clear sense of what will unfold in the future is not fully available to us. This time is often tinged by the sadness of letting go, the difficulty of living with the unknown and the anticipation of new beginnings. Living with the COVID-19 epidemic is an acute example of a profound world wide transition.
Work with teachings from various traditions including Jungian psychology and Alchemy to detach from old roles and expectations. Use personal ritual in the journey of completion, passage and rebirth. Meditation, storytelling and small group sharing encourage the development of intuition, discernment and creative imagination.
A special emphasis will be given to the parallels between personal and planetary transition, which is so significant in our time.
Atum O'Kane is the founder and director of the Spiritual Guidance Wisdom School. He has a PhD in Transpersonal Psychology and a Masters in Psychological Counseling and is a graduate of the Guild for Spiritual Guidance. Atum’s vision of each individual soul having the ability to listen and respond to their particular call of living an expanded life is central to his teachings. He presents the Spiritual Guidance core training programs with an inter-faith approach in five countries. In addition, Atum leads workshops, retreats and pilgrimages in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Holy Lands. To date, he has lead over 50 pilgrimages.
