our response. And in our response lies our growth, freedom, and happiness.
“All Of Life Has Suffering. And There Is a Way Out.”
~ The Buddha ~
And if there is one experience that seems to define the suffering in our life more than anything else, it’s stress.
It negatively impacts our relationships, our parenting, our sense of fulfillment, our physical health, and more.
Yes, stress can serve us positively. Every person can point to ways in which stress has been useful.
We must honor that. Deeply.
But when stress becomes the predominant feature of our life…
It shifts from a useful tool that we have access to…
To a destructive energy that colors every facet of our experience.
So much so that it can become our baseline experience of being human, hurting us in ways that we’re no longer aware of.
It leads us to feel that “this is just who I am!”
It’s not. It’s a chemical cocktail that keeps you feeling fearful, agitated, small, and defensive.
But there’s a way to reconnect to the YOU that is “trapped” in this experience.
The promise of that has been written about across many domains.
Psychology, neuroscience, biology, nutrition, sprititualy, shamanism, and others.
Most of the time, we approach stress through one of these lenses.
And that’s good, but in my experience, to take any one lens to define and relieve stress, and then to be dogmatic around it, is to miss the mark.
Because you are a whole being, with many different parts, and many different expressions.
And often what presents itself on the surface as “something that is off” is just a symptom of something way deeper.
We’re going to address all the different levels, from mindset, to concentration training, to trauma work, to unwinding deep somatic tension, to the role of systems, and more.
In this retreat, we will explore how the thread of stress presents itself in your experience, and then follow it into the depths of its inception.
It is my first true immersive experience I’m offering on the topic of working with stress and anxiety. I’d love for you to experience it.
If you’re new to my online retreats, here’s what past participants have said:
Praise:
“This is my fifth online retreat and it is something that I not only look forward to, but for which I feel a definite and continuing need to learn. Who knew that there could be a sense of community in a virtual format with people I have never met? Who knew that you could find a teacher/mentor in mindfulness in such a format? I am enriched multifold each time I log on to any part of these retreats. And I do use the recorded sessions to revisit, take new notes, get inspired. I can’t wait for the next one.”
– Shari Agrell
“This retreat changed my life. Truly!! After the retreat, I could feel how much more grounded I was, I was able to make decisions about my new business and kids and life with better ease. I have a lot on my plate right now and I could really feel the clarity open up. I could feel the calmness of the waves and now crave meditation. I will now make it a part of my life because I had this opportunity to really feel the benefit for myself. I will definitely attend another retreat in the future. I really appreciate how Cory teaches and how humble and real he is. He is a gift and I appreciate him sharing his gift.”
– Heather
“This was my first ever retreat. It was an amazing, enlightening, thought-provoking experience. I came out of it feeling exhausted and hopeful. I came into it expecting to get new information; I wasn’t expecting the skills for navigating life that I’ve taken beyond the retreat. I was expecting an experience that would end with the retreat but even though it’s only been 24 hours, I can feel something has shifted that will create long-term impact. I’ll definitely be back for more retreats in the future.
“For me, these retreats have been profound and life-changing.”
– Dennis Blanchut
“I have long been unable to go to traditional meditation retreats because I have small children. This online format provided me with the opportunity (and no excuse) to engage! It was more than I expected – and I had pretty high expectations. Cory’s presence, his depth of knowledge, the structure, and the powerful journey I had were worth far more than the modest cost. I feel cleansed and more centered. I’m deeply grateful for the experience.”
– Shannon Polly
This was literally the missing piece of my spiritual journey that I’ve been looking for. Cory’s retreat was like nothing else I’ve seen offered in the meditation space. His teaching style is honest and refreshing. He is always well prepared and yet able to pivot when the group needs something different. He truly embodies what he teaches. I look forward to attending anything he offers in the future.”
– Debby Germino
This retreat was so deep, so personal. Spectacular, really, that it has left me speechless. I think it boils down to: “The adventure continues. I can hardly wait for the next one.”
– Louise Lamanna
This retreat was so deep, so personal. Spectacular, really, that it has left me speechless. I think it boils down to: “The adventure continues. I can hardly wait for the next one.”
– Louise Lamanna
Core Teachings:
In addition to the learnings, insights, and breakthroughs that organically arise from the “pressure cooker” nature of a retreat, I will share daily teachings on a variety of different topics and practices, including:
- A novel interpretation of stress & anxiety that goes against the mainstream
- Highly practical tools and strategies for working with acute and long-term stress
- Meditations and visualizations to release and soften years of dense stress accumulation
- How to form a calm, grounded relationship with the part of you that feels stress/anxiety
- The subtle ways stress shows up in the body even when our mind feels fine (and how we miss it)
- A deep dive into the neuroscience and spiritual interpretations of stress/anxiety
- Guided hypnosis meditations to facilitate release, letting go, and deep rest
- How to use guided imagery to relax the nervous system
- How to create the inner safety necessary to navigate life from a calm/grounded place
- Everything you need to know to begin and sustain a meditation practice
- And much more.
Bonus Resources [$500 Value]:
I also want to make sure you have all the resources you need to feel supported after our retreat. So, in addition to 11.5 hours worth of teachings and practices, you’ll receive over $500 worth of post-retreat gifts:
- A Customized “Anxiety” Meditation
- 3 Relaxation Meditations
- Â Lovingkindness, Tonlgen, and Compassion Meditations
- A Meditation for Befriending, Integrating, and Releasing Inner Demons
- 20-Minute “Deep Rest” Meditation
- COVID-19 Self-Care Kit (meditations & practices)
- Â 30-Minute Video Teaching on the 3 Stages of Relaxation
- 10 Different Guided Mindfulness Meditations
- 5 Sleep Meditations
- 10-Day Deep Sleep Course
- 31-Day Mindfulness & Positive Psychology Series
- 7-Day Anti-Anxiety Coaching Series
- 8-Page Mindfulness Starter Pack
- 30-Minute Partner Meditation PracticeÂ
Key Details:
This weekend retreat is designed to help you manage the very thing most of us struggle with most–stress and anxiety. It will help you find the root causes of these experiences, reconnect to who you are beyond these experiences, and develop highly practical tools to navigate them.Â
All you need to do is show up and let the experience work through you.
I’d love to have you there.
Warm wishes,
Cory
Cory Muscara
INSTRUCTOR
Dates & Schedule
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9TH:
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET: Opening Session
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10th:
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM ET: Morning Session
12:30 PM -1:30 PM ET: Ask Me Anything (optional)
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM ET: Afternoon Session
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM ET: Mindful Movement (optional)
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM ET: Evening Meditation
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11TH:
7:30 AM – 8:00 AM ET: Morning Meditation (optional)
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM ET: Morning Session
12:30 PM -1:30 PM ET: Ask Me Anything (optional)
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM ET: Afternoon Session
Time blocks in bold also represent the core structure of the retreat. While I would love for you to be present for all of these sessions, I also understand it may not be possible. Know that all sessions will be recorded and available shortly after.
Pricing & Bonuses
Cost: $200
Includes:
- 12+ Hours of Teaching & Practice
- Recordings of ALL sessions for future use
- 20-Minute “Anxiety” Meditation
- 3 Relaxation Meditations
- 10 Different Guided Mindfulness Meditations
- 5 Sleep Meditations
- COVID19 Self-Care Kit (meditations & practices)
- 10-Day Deep Sleep Course
- 30-Minute Video Teaching on the 3 Stages of Relaxation
- 31-Day Mindfulness & Positive Psychology Series
- 7-Day Anti-Anxiety Coaching Series
- 8-Page Mindfulness Starter Pack
- 30-Minute Partner Meditation Practice