Sage-ing International
Retirement inspiration. Courses for accessing wisdom, creating legacy, life review, forgiveness.
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Center for Conscious Eldering
Retreats and programs for elders in nature settings.​
https://www.centerforconsciouseldering.com
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Interfaith, spiritual practices and online courses from the world religions.
https://www.spiritualityandpractice.com
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Daily 15 minute prayer, scripture, music inspired by the Jesuits.
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Originated by Brother David Steindl-Rast, Benedictine monk. Online courses, poetry, videos.
New Camaldoli Hermitage
Religious, non-religious, mystics, everyone is welcome at this silent retreat community in the Big Sur mountains. Magnificent ocean views, Gregorian Chanting, trails and trailers in the forest.
​https://www.contemplation.com
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Center for Wild Spirituality
Paradigm shift from traditional church to worship in the wilds. Founded by a Christian pastor, visionary for radical change. Poetry, silent reflection, journaling, scripture, prayer.
https://www.wildspirituality.earth
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Michael Fish, hermit
A Camaldolese monk in the mountains of Santa Cruz. Online and in-person retreats.
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Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach
Rabbi Shlomo wrote thousands of melodies, all of them prayers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NC19kaPCMYM
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Banafsheh Sayyad
Online sacred dance courses, poetry in motion, Banafsheh, translator of Persian poet Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi. Enjoyed by retirees.
https://menla.org/teachers/banafsheh-sayyad/
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Jamal Rahman
Videos of humor, Sufi stories, meditation, chanting, and interfaith sanctuary.
http://www.jamalrahman.com/home.html
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Thich Nhat Hanh
Nominated for the Noble Peace Prize by Dr. Martin Luther King, Thich Nhat Hanh’s talks, teachings, and poetry.
https://plumvillage.org/thich-nhat-hanh/
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Mata Amrtanandamayi
Beloved United Nations speaker, humanitarian, and healing presence.
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Sathya Sai Baba
Hindu culture and spirituality.
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Brian Lisus
Classical music, videos, violin making for retirees.
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David Whyte, poet
Wisdom poetry, online and in-person retreats.
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Roger Housden, poetry
Writer, speaker, writing guide.
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Qigong
Holistic exercise and breathing practices for retirees.
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Mark Nepo, poet
Writing guide, philosopher, healing arts teacher
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Mirabai Starr
Courses in Holy Lament (grief journey), and Awaken the Mystic Within
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