📅A 7-day Silence Retreat • February 23 – March 1, 2026
Hidden in the heart of the forest, this former monastery radiates stillness. Surrounded by nature and infused with centuries of silent devotion, it is more than just a place — it is a portal. A powerful energetic field supports deep inner work, making it easier to access higher states of consciousness and step beyond the veils of ordinary reality. Here, transformation doesn’t need to be forced — it unfolds naturally.
What if everything you’ve been seeking… is already here?
This retreat is an invitation to experience the silent truth behind all appearances: the undeniable presence of you, free from stories, roles, or effort.
We don’t aim to improve the self — we look beyond it.
Through direct guidance, stillness, and piercing clarity, you’re invited to rediscover the peace and wholeness that have never left.
You’ll return home. Not to a place — but to the essence of being.
This is not about concepts or spiritual performance.
It’s about freedom. Real, embodied, no-nonsense liberation.
You’ll walk away with:
A deep, lived sense of inner peace — regardless of circumstances
Direct insight into your true nature
Greater clarity, spaciousness, and lightness in your daily life
The end of striving to “become” anything — and the beginning of simply being
To support the deeper inner shift, this retreat includes a complementary element called Meditative Alignment — or MA for short (a gentle nod to Ma, the Great Mother).
MA is a subtle yet powerful system combining movement, breathwork and meditation in four stages:
Regathering – reclaim your scattered energy
Relaxation – soften the body and nervous system
Rejuvenation – awaken aliveness from within
Refocusing – bring clear awareness into the present moment
This practice doesn’t lead — it supports. It clears the energetic and physical layers that often stand in the way of direct insight. It helps you feel more open, grounded, and alive — making the core experience of Oneness more accessible and embodied.
MA invites your whole being to participate — not just your mind or intellect — and enhances your capacity to truly receive the depth of the teachings.
After searching for freedom in the wrong place, through combat competition success, eventually in 2008 an energetic shift took place in which he was freed from what he terms the ‘artificial-self’.
In the absence of a ‘sense of self’ it was impersonally recognized that not only does a solid separate self or center not exist, but that it never did, and that life has always been naturally free, complete and inseparable.
👇Watch the video below where CJ talks about the essence of the retreat and this work in Oneness as a whole.
📅Dates
From Monday, February 23 to Sunday, March 1, 2026
📍 Location
A secluded monastery in the forest — Nederweert, The Netherlands
🛏 Accommodation & Meals
Shared or private rooms available
All meals included (nourishing, mostly vegetarian/vegan)
Tea, water, and light snacks throughout the day
🕊 Group Size
Small and intimate — max. [10–20] participants
💶 Contribution
€999 (private room) €799 (shared room) total, incl. teaching, food & stay (Early Bird Discount until Dec 1st, 2025)
🔄 Arrival & Departure
Arrival: from 12 PM on Monday
Closing: ends around 12 PM on Sunday
🧘♂️ Requirements
No prior experience needed — just an open heart and willingness to go deep.
📩 Questions or Contact
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No, just a genuine desire and willingness for Liberation. Everything we do in the retreat has a simple foundation.
Yes all levels of experience are welcome. All that really matters is the genuine desire and willingness for Liberation.
No, the retreat program is designed to bring greater relaxation and ease. The retreat is an invitation to rest the body and mind and open to Liberation.
The retreat is not focused on any specific tradition or religion, however the concept of Liberation is at the core of many ancient religions and traditions from around the world, but under different names like; salvation, nirvana or moksha for example.
The nearest airport is Eindhoven Airport, and the closest train station is Weert. From Weert, there is no direct bus connection to the retreat venue.
We recommend taking a taxi for the final 14 kilometers from Weert station.
You can find the exact location on Google Maps (Stokershorst - InnEssence)
We advise you to plan your route in advance using Google Maps or a public transport app, depending on where you're coming from.
Yes this is possible! Contact me for more info (Use the chat icon on this page).
Join our free Online Oneness Gatherings — live sessions designed to introduce you to the heart of the retreat’s teachings.
These gatherings offer a gentle space to explore presence, stillness, and liberation, and to feel the power of the collective field.
Perfect if you want to get a taste of the journey before attending in person, or if you wish to stay connected afterwards.
Get a glimpse of the powerful energy, deep presence, and transformative moments from our last retreat.
This video captures the essence of the journey — the shared stillness, the connection, and the subtle shifts that take place when we come together in liberation.
"Freedom is not something to be found — it is what you already are. ...The only question is: are you ready to embrace it completely?"
Reserve your spot early and receive a discount on your retreat booking.
Early bird discount ends December 1st, 2025
A Colaboration of Mike Harhangi, Christopher J.Smith, Ray v. Straaten