Bali

Bali’s serene shorelines, enchanted equatorial forests and mysterious cloud-clad mountains create an energetic atmosphere for the practice of yoga and meditation. Bali, island of a thousand temples – charming, beautiful, and captivating. The very name of this ‘Island of the Gods’ conjures images of lush, green paddy fields, ancient Hindu temples, exotic performances of traditional dances, friendly people, whole villages devoted to producing fine art and intricate carvings. It is this mix of natural, spiritual and cultural richness that makes Bali so special and alluring.

Diverse Journeys offers various opportunities for experiencing the culture and spirituality of South India. In the coming year we are excited to present a number of spiritual journeys. Dr Meath Conlan invites you to peruse our spiritual journey offerings and see if you or your friends may like to join us for one of these special opportunities.

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“Your desire to make this trip to India successful for the Elliott Family was reflected in the time you devoted to organizing all the details in this very foreign land. We felt cocooned and protected from all the inefficiencies and small disasters that can be part of the Indian experience. It all went like clock-work. The whole experience more than met my expectations, and this is because of all the work and effort you put into our trip Meath. I will be talking widely about the experience . . .  I will be recommending you as the master of ceremonies. Thanks again mate.”

Herb Elliott, AC., MBE.  Olympic Athlete, Australia

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Meditation and Quiet Reflection

Diverse Journeys has a unique combination of cultural and spiritual experiences in one of the friendliest and most relaxed regions of the world. Yes, there’ll be time for shopping among the colourful bazaars and markets throughout the journey. But there will also be plenty of time for solo and group meditation as well as quiet reflection.

For most days, there will be opportunities for interreligious learning as well as Deep Relaxation (yoga nidra), and Meditation (Dhyana).

Sacred Spaces and Friendships

In Bali every day is special and potentially exciting. The ordinary, everyday colours, sounds, tastes and smells of this ‘Island of the Gods’, when experienced with a few others, provide terrific opportunities for building lasting friendships.

Talks and Discussion

As participants on Diverse Journeys are mostly adults, there will be opportunities for general sharing (on a completely voluntary basis) so that individuals may grow in new knowledge and integration.

Forthcoming Spiritual Journey Dates

28 Sept – 8 Oct, 2010: Bali: Island of the Gods – Yoga and Centering Prayer

25 October – 8 November 2010: ‘Light from the East,’ Tamil Nadu & Kerala, South India

10 – 22 November 2010: ‘In The Steps of St Thomas,’ Kerala, South India

3 – 17 December 2010: ‘Return to The Centre’ Ashram Journey in Tamil Nadu, S India

31 Dec – 16 January 2011: ‘Return to The Centre: Ashram Journey,’ Tamil Nadu, South India

22 January – 3 February 2011: ‘Return to The Centre: Ashram Journey,’ Tamil Nadu, South India

5 – 14 February 2011: ‘In the Steps of The Buddha,’ North India