In Praise of Retreat Finding Sanctuary in the Modern World by Kirsteen Macleod

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In Praise of Retreat Finding Sanctuary in the Modern World by Kirsteen Macleod | 6.69 MB
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Title: In Praise of Retreat
Author: Kirsteen MacLeod
Year: N/A​



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For readers of Walden, Wild, Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, A Book of Silence, A Gift from the Sea and other celebrations of the inner adventure.
An utterly engaging dive into our modern ways of retreat-where we go, why we're drawn, and how it's urgent
From pilgrim paths to forest cabins, and from rented hermitages to arts temples and quiet havens for yoga and meditation, In Praise of Retreat explores the pleasures and powers of this ancient practice for modern people. Kirsteen MacLeod draws on the history of retreat and personal experiences to reveal the many ways readers can step back from society to reconnect with their deepest selves-and to their loftiest aspirations in life.
In the 21st century, disengaging, even briefly, is seen by many as self-indulgent, unproductive, and antisocial. Yet to retreat is as basic a human need as being social, and everyone can benefit, whether it's for a weekend, a month, or...

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