In Praise of Retreat
Kirsteen MacLeod
Perfect for fans of Wintering by Katherine May and How to Do Nothing by Jenny Odell
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 listeners 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 a lifetime. Retreat is an uncertain adventure with as many peaks and valleys as any mountain expedition, except we head inward, to recharge and find fresh energy and brave new ideas to bring back into our everyday lives.
Duration - 4h 31m.
Author - Kirsteen MacLeod.
Narrator - Lynn Bradford.
Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.
Location:
United States
Description:
Perfect for fans of Wintering by Katherine May and How to Do Nothing by Jenny Odell 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 listeners 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 a lifetime. Retreat is an uncertain adventure with as many peaks and valleys as any mountain expedition, except we head inward, to recharge and find fresh energy and brave new ideas to bring back into our everyday lives. Duration - 4h 31m. Author - Kirsteen MacLeod. Narrator - Lynn Bradford. Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:11
Mapping the Ground: Of Sacred Groves, Inner Mountains and the Art of Retreat: An Introduction
Duration:00:09:07
Mapping the Ground: Of Sacred Groves, Inner Mountains and the Art of Retreat: Chapter 1
Duration:00:45:08
Mapping the Ground: Of Sacred Groves, Inner Mountains and the Art of Retreat: Chapter 2
Duration:01:09:01
The Old Ways: Of Hermit Caves, Monasteries and Pilgrim Paths: Chapter 3
Duration:01:10:50
The Old Ways: Of Hermit Caves, Monasteries and Pilgrim Paths: Chapter 4
Duration:00:54:14
The Old Ways: Of Hermit Caves, Monasteries and Pilgrim Paths: Chapter 5
Duration:01:38:21
The New Deities: Nature and Culture: Of Forest Cabins, National Parks and Creative Sanctuaries: Chapter 6
Duration:01:39:04
The New Deities: Nature and Culture: Of Forest Cabins, National Parks and Creative Sanctuaries: Chapter 7
Duration:01:10:21
The New Deities: Nature and Culture: Of Forest Cabins, National Parks and Creative Sanctuaries: Chapter 8
Duration:01:43:26
In Conclusion: Of Hermitages of the Heart: White Rooms, Unified Hearts and Empty Fields
Duration:00:26:59
Epilogue: June 8, 2020
Duration:00:04:14
The Lake Isle of Innisfree
Duration:00:00:55
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:32