Immersions into self-discovery, meditation and deep self-exploration retreats held in the sacred spaces of nourishing wild lands and retreat sanctuaries of Colorado
Meditation Retreat Sanctuaries of Colorado
A home away from home vibe that is clean, quiet and energetically conducive to meditation, self-discovery, introspection and creativity.
Peaceful setting within driving distance from Boulder / Denver / Colorado Springs, offering easy access, yet total seclusion, incredible nature, stillness and quiet.
Stillness and silence surrounds a spacious, warm and serene meditation retreat center.
Approach to Meditation
Our meditation practice is rooted in learning to peacefully co-exist with thoughts and emotions while simultaneously having the ability to deeply sense the mind and body. We have found that such an approach is significantly more meaningful, personal and connected.
It is advised to be very discerning with the use of technique-based or mechanical, repetitive meditations that are focused on quieting the mind as such approaches may lead to emotional disconnect.
More Than a Retreat
Each meditation retreat is facilitated with deep care and empathic connection to every participant. Our retreats are envisioned and structured with a syllabus to guide a profound internal journey toward authentic depth.
Our Philosophy
Learning cannot take place without freedom. While every retreat offers a structure, please feel free to make a retreat your own as you see necessary.
Retreat Structure
The following questions will serve as a structure for self-discovery and meditation work during a focused time together. We will inquire into these questions by directly witnessing the answers in the body, without relying on prior knowledge.
Prior to Meditation
- Perspective: Self-Improvement as a form of self-inflicted violence.
- Meditation is not about silencing the mind, on the contrary it is about learning how to listen to thoughts and understand them.
- Spiritual bypassing—a misguided form of spirituality—may deaden emotional access by falsely striving for a “neutral mind.”
- Entering into a living relationship with yourself – relating not to a mental construct of self, but to the actual, living human being.
- Giving accumulated knowledge its proper domain – is knowledge a “middle man” in relationships?
- Is there a relationship between self-image and the nervous system?
- Cultivating a mind that is free of internal conflict – no emotion possesses an internal split where a virtuous “better half” attempts to correct its inferior counterpart.
- Emotional Freedom: an emotion is able to flow without friction, telling its complete story without internal resistance..
- Recognizing oneself as a continuation of humanity.
- Understanding Self-Esteem / Becoming an independent thinker.
- Meditation – not a mechanical practice nor a technique.
The Relation Between Thought, Mind and Body
- What is a thought beyond an image?
- How does thought travel in the body?
- How does thought create sensation?
- With what speed does thought energy move?
- Is there a relationship between thought and electricity?
Understanding the Thinker / Observer
- Observing how the self arises from memories.
- Witnessing the relationship between the thinker (self) and thoughts, emotions, feelings and sensations.
- Sensing how the brain manufactures artificial intelligence that is self-aware (the self).
- Considering the possibility that the nature of even the most intense thoughts and emotion may be more mechanical than living.
- Learning to deescalate the charge and importance of a thought-emotion-feeling-sensation.
- If the self is made of thought, is it actually alive?
- Does thought have a center that says “I”? Does this “I” have a human face / voice?
Navigating the Labyrinths of Thoughts
- Is imagination 3-dimensional?
- When an image is visualized, does it have width, height, length or depth? Is the space around it also visualized?
- Is the distance between the image and the observer also imagined?
- Are thoughts spatially organized in mental space? Does the distance between thoughts exist?
- Is the observer also a part of imagination?
- Is the sense of time also a part of visualized space? How do we discern projected future vs. projected past?
- What is the relationship between a thought and an emotion? What makes one thought more important than another?
- How does the thought-created space/time bind to attention?
- Do thought-emotion energies accumulate in the body’s energy field? What are the implications of this?
- Can a strong emotional charge be released without action, causation or change to the external circumstances?
- Is it possible to completely abandon all prior knowledge during introspection?
- Is it still necessary to seek a way out if the thought-created labyrinth loses it’s solidity?
Troubleshooting / Fine-tuning Meditation
- Short meditation drills with check-ins, feedback and possible suggestions for course correction
- Exploration of inner experiences, witnessing wealth of information in the seemingly insignificant observations
- Partner Work: “Assisted Meditation” in the exploration of muscle tensions
Why Crestone, Colorado?
Nestled against the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Crestone, CO, is widely revered as one of North America’s premier spiritual meccas—and we could not agree more! The beauty and stillness of nature, along with the loving energy of this land, feel like a homecoming to a sanctuary for deep inner work. Beyond the natural serenity of the high-desert landscape, the town is a short distance from soothing, mineral-rich hot springs and the wonderfully inspiring grounds of the Vajra Vidya Retreat Center.
Meditation Retreat Highlights
- Depth
- Deep Inner Seeing
- The Art of Subtle Inner Observation
- Advanced Navigation of the Mind
- Individual Attention
- Individual & Group Practice
- Working with Physical Tensions
- Mechanics of Thought, Emotion, Sensation
- Embodied Understanding of Personality
- Emergence of Sovereignty & Maturity
- Energetic Nourishment from the Land
- Delicious, Wholesome Meals
Our meditation retreats offer a deeply nourishing experience, including daily guided and silent meditations with facilitated deep self-discovery dialogues rooted in self-exploration.
What to Expect
Retreat structured practice is perfectly balanced with ample free time for relaxation and personal reflection.
Guests stay in private rooms offering comfortable accommodations and beautiful views.
All meals are nourishing, wholesome vegetarian/vegan, with special diets accommodated upon request.
The entire experience is rooted in the heart of unforgettable sunsets, starry nights, stunning nature, and incredibly fresh air.
Retreat Facilitator
Vova Kuperman
Vova aspires to become literate at being human. In early twenties he had a flashback to a childhood memory of being miraculously healed from a chronic illness by a touch of a hand. Years later, his thirst for answers took him out of software engineering and through many books, places, people, countries and experiences, eventually settling down to explore within.
With many years of an in-depth dedication to meditation, introspection, healing arts, and somatic practices, he continues to probe into the depth of existence. The direction of his work is set on maturing the capacity to sense with discernment into the subtle sheath of psycho-energetic imprints that span across mental, emotional, physical and energetic domains.
Further emphasis are attended to the extraordinary psychosomatic relationship between thought and matter.
For over a decade, he has been restoring hearts and sharing his findings via various modalities including developing emotional intelligence, rites of passage work, one-on-one and group self-discovery and meditation classes, retreats in remote wilderness as well as in the comfort of a meditation center. This work is his labor of deep love and the most sincere blueprint of his individuality.
” The health of Self-Esteem depends on the capacity to unbind and individuate the energetic system from the collective/peripheral thought influences. In this difficult task, developed discernment and navigation in the realms of energy are essential. “
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the approach to meditation at the retreat?
Our meditation practice is rooted in learning to peacefully coexist with thoughts, emotions, and sensations. We focus on deeply sensing the mind-body connection, and through the art of observation, we work to deepen our understanding of the incredibly subtle mechanism that we call ‘thought.’ We have found that this approach creates an experience that is significantly more meaningful, personal, and connected. While it shares common ground with many wisdom traditions, our practice is fundamentally secular, anchored entirely in direct observation and lived experience.
Is it necessary to have prior meditation experience?
We will explore meditation through the lens of entering into a living relationship with oneself (rather than through seeing one-self through the lens of self-image), assist the mind in discerning imagination from reality on the subconscious level and discover the ease in the nervous system when stress-driven thoughts and emotion dissolve without any external effort. Since this is not a skill that is cultivated through practice, no prior meditation experience is necessary.
Who is this retreat for?
Meditation retreats in Colorado are envisioned for anyone with a sincere interest in the mind-body-energy realms. Because the approach is based on the natural capacity to feel, sense and observe, it is remarkably accessible to everyone—regardless of background.
Arrive with the intention to work sincerely and to pour your heart into discovering and developing an inner stamina and composure that is capable of holding, softly allowing and witnessing the arising and passing energies of what is named as thoughts and emotions.
What does a typical day look like during the retreat?
Here is what the schedule looks like for a full day during the retreat:
- 7:30am – Breakfast
- 9:00am – (Optional) Community Practice with Khenpo Jigme
- 10:00am – 30 Minute Silent Meditation
- 10:30am – Guided Self-Discovery / Introspection
- 12:30pm – Lunch & Free Time
- 1:30pm – Space for 1-on-1 check-ins (optional)
- 3:30pm – 30 Minute Silent Meditation
- 4:00pm – Guided Self-Discovery / Introspection
- 5:00pm – 1 Hour Silent Meditation
- 6:00pm – Dinner
- 7:00pm – 1 Hour Silent Meditation
- 8:00pm – Check-in / Guided Self-Discovery / Introspection
- 9:00pm – 30 Minute Silent Meditation
Can special diets be accommodated?
Absolutely! While meals at the retreat are primarily vegetarian, options such as vegan or gluten free can be easily accommodated. Please be sure to specify dietary needs on the registration form.
Where is the meditation retreat hosted?
Our main hub in Colorado is located in Crestone at the Vajra Vidya Retreat Center that is situated along the majestic Sangre De Christo mountain chain. It takes just under 4 hours to drive to the center from Denver Airport and around 3.5 hours from Colorado Springs Airport. It is also possible to reach the center by bus.
Note that we organize carpools to the center. The retreat registration form has a section for opting in or offering a ride.
Financial Accessibility
We are committed to making this important work accessible to all who are sincere in their inquiry. To support this, we utilize a tiered pricing model—ranging from a supported rate to a scholarship-funding rate. Please consider your contribution not as a transaction, but as a heart offering to support something that is meaningful to you. Our meditation retreats in Colorado start at $1,600 which includes room & board and an inner adventure of a lifetime!
If offered tiers are not accessible and you are passionate and serious about this work, please reach out for a partial scholarship.
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