Awaken In Nature Daylong Mindfulness Winter Retreat
Jan 17, 2027
From: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Guided meditation and mindful movement alternate with forest walks and quiet reflection during a daylong retreat at Patch of Heaven Sanctuary. Taking place Sunday, January 17, 2027, Awaken in Nature is the winter installment of the sanctuary’s quarterly retreat series. The program draws on insight meditation traditions and sensory awareness practices, with participants invited to set aside their phones for the day.
Mindfulness teacher and forest therapy guide Suzanne Jewell leads the retreat alongside Adriana Moreno Zarate. Activities begin with an exploration of the Mindful Pocket Park, followed by guided meditation, a dharma talk introducing Buddhist teachings and opportunities for discussion. Walks through the grounds, a visit to the Tree of Life and a sound meditation session extend the practice into the sanctuary’s outdoor spaces.
The schedule includes light breakfast refreshments and a silent lunch focused on mindful eating. Participants also have time for journaling, individual contemplation and group reflection. Meditation cushions, yoga mats and personal journals are provided for use during the retreat at the sanctuary in South Miami-Dade.