Silent in Sedona

Silent in Sedona is a guided meditation retreat for those who feel called to step out of noise and listen — deeply — to themselves, to nature, and to what is quietly asking to be heard.

Held in the red rock landscape of Sedona, this retreat offers a rare opportunity to slow down, disengage from constant input, and experience the clarity and spaciousness that can emerge when silence is intentionally held.

This is not an escape from life. It is a return to what matters.

Silence is not the absence of sound — it is the absence of distraction.

When we step away from conversation, devices, news, and the continual pull of the outer world, the nervous system begins to settle. Attention naturally turns inward. What often surprises people is how supportive and nourishing silence can feel when it is entered intentionally and held with care.

This retreat offers a gentle but meaningful entry into silent practice, supported by guided meditation, time in nature, and a small, attentive group. Many participants describe leaving with:

• Greater clarity
• A renewed sense of inner steadiness
• And a felt connection to themselves that lingers long after the retreat ends

In many wellness experiences, meditation is offered briefly — as a moment within something larger — an ad-on activity.

In Silent in Sedona, meditation is the container itself. Time, silence, and presence are given space to unfold, supported by nature and gentle guidance. The pace is slower, the structure is simple, and the emphasis is on listening — inwardly, emotionally, and intuitively — rather than doing or achieving.

This retreat is designed to support nervous-system settling, emotional flow, and a deep sense of inner steadiness, allowing clarity to arise naturally.

Throughout the retreat we observe Noble Silence — refraining from speaking, texting, reading, or engaging with external media.

Silence begins Friday evening after dinner and is held through Saturday, allowing the mind and nervous system to unwind gradually. On Sunday morning, silence is gently broken and time is devoted to reflection, integration, and shared insight.

Phones and devices are put away during the silent portion of the retreat. Participants are encouraged to share an emergency contact number with loved ones prior to arrival.

Silence is not forced. It is supported.

Each day follows a simple, spacious rhythm designed to support both structure and rest.

• Mornings include gentle movement, meditation, and guided teachings
• Afternoons offer unstructured time for reflection, journaling, rest, or quiet time in nature
• Evenings return to guided meditation and simple ritual

Meals are shared in silence as an extension of the practice, inviting mindful presence and deep nourishment.

There is nothing to perform, fix, or achieve. The invitation is simply to be present.

• One full day of guided silence
• Small group with personal attention
• Meditation, walking, mantra, and awareness practices
• Time in nature for reflection and integration
• Nourishing meals enjoyed in silence
• A grounded, supportive introduction to silent retreat practice

This retreat is open to all levels of experience. You do not need to be an experienced meditator — only willing to slow down, listen, and meet yourself honestly. Both newer meditators and seasoned practitioners find the simplicity of silence to be deeply impactful.

This retreat may be especially supportive if you are:

• Feeling overstimulated or stretched thin
• Navigating a transition or period of reflection
• Longing for clarity without pressure or performance

For those who want to experience meditation held in silence without a multi-day commitment, a Day of Silence is also offered at select times.

Learn more about the Day of Silence in Sedona.

Friday

• Late afternoon arrival and check-in
• Opening circle and intention-setting
• Dinner together
• Meditation practice
• Entering silence before retiring for the evening

Saturday

• Sunrise greeting of the day
• Breakfast, meditation, and teachings
• Lunch followed by free time for rest, journaling, or nature
• Afternoon meditation and practice
• Dinner and evening meditation under the night sky

Sunday

• Sunrise greeting and morning meditation
• Breakfast
• Breaking silence, sharing, and integration
• Closing circle
• Optional no-host lunch at a local restaurant

All prices are per person and include:

• All group meditation sessions and teachings led by Michele
• Meals: Friday and Saturday dinner, Saturday and Sunday breakfast, Saturday lunch
• Snacks, water, coffee, and tea
• Use of all indoor and outdoor retreat spaces

Lodging Options

• On-site lodging options may be available
• A commuter option may also be offered for those arranging their own lodging

Pricing reflects different lodging configurations and will be listed with retreat dates.

Silence has a way of meeting each person differently. This retreat is not about striving for a particular experience — it is about creating the conditions for something genuine to arise.

If you feel the quiet pull toward stillness, you are warmly invited.