Meditation-Medicine for Conscious Leaders

I was scared that I would lose it at the end of the first day, but instead I found tranquility and clarity. The meditation practices brought me joy – non-extinguishable self-generating untethered joy. A feeling that I had not felt in the twenty years since my father’s passing burdened with a mountain of responsibilities and a fevered wish to survive.

As an entrepreneur of multiple businesses, on multiple boards and commissions AND a family with two very young children, I found the silence amazing and rejuvenating. I brought home with me intentionality and focus, how to set aside my constant need to go go go, and be purposeful with my time and energy. Focusing my attention has made me more efficient and present with my work as well as with my beloved family.

Eric’s decades of experience in meditation shines through the way that he holds space. The container – the mats, the circle, the energy – draw the group to mindful presence like a candle in the dark.

The rhythm of meditation, contemplation, and time in nature created a special bond among the group. It was subtle. It just seemed to happen. We focused on our mindful practice. Somewhere along the way we became fast friends.

I have been a regular meditation practitioner for over 25 years and have been to numerous retreats. After having attended several of Eric’s retreats, I find that they are both incredibly deep and totally accessible. I feel that someone new to meditation benefits as much as a long-term practitioner. His technique and teachings are very effective at giving a practical approach toward meditation, providing inspiration, and setting a foundation for creating a long-term practice.

Eric weaves a space that is at once holy and simple. He welcomes us, disarmingly inviting us to come as we are, and holds space for whatever that looks like. He takes us deep, yet makes the journey easy. Watching him is to see well honed, lightly held, selfless mastery at work. It is a privilege.

I worried I wouldn’t enjoy long silent days of meditating. Instead, I rued their end and wished there were twice as many left when it came time to leave – I really wished for more.

To call this meditation retreat life-changing is an understatement. Eric is knowledgeable and supportive, and creates a safe and comfortable environment for us to explore and deepen as a community. I entered the retreat resistant and anxious thinking it would be impossible for me to meditate for such a length of time. I left the retreat feeling a renewed connection and presence to my power and the beauty of everything around me. If you’re not interested in stepping into a higher version of yourself stay home, if you’re looking to level up with a top-notch crew Eric’s retreat is for you.

I have sat in many circles over the years, but the thought of three days of full meditation felt like a lot. Yet with Eric’s guidance and wisdom, I left wanting more. I wanted more of the deep silence and stillness that he cultivated so masterfully. I wanted to be back in the womb of connection and community that was nurtured so elegantly. Rooted. Rising. Relaxing. A sweet and simple methodology for finding my center and staying there. It was… delicious.