Bringing Mindful Speech to Life
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Resonant Language through a Plum Village Buddhist Lens
Resonant Language through a Plum Village Buddhist Lens
Friday, September 18 - Sunday, September 20, 2026
Pilgrim Lodge, West Gardiner, ME
A three-day retreat with noble silence, meditation, and Resonant Language skill building.
A three-day retreat with noble silence, meditation, and Resonant Language skill building.
Registration closes September 8, 2026.
Relational Neuroscience will be a focus of our practice time. We will engage practical listening and speaking skills that build warmth and connection for ourselves and others.
Relational Neuroscience will be a focus of our practice time. We will engage practical listening and speaking skills that build warmth and connection for ourselves and others.
Our Teachers
Our Teachers
Peggy Smith
Peggy Smith
Dharma Teacher, Certified NVC Instructor
Peggy has studied Nonviolent Communcation with Marshall Rosenberg, is a co-founder of the Maine NVC Network, had studied with Thich Nhat Hanh since 1991 and is a dharma teacher within his tradition.
Theodate Lawlor
Theodate Lawlor
Dharma Teacher
Theodate Lawlor, Joyful Fulfillment of the Heart, is a Buddhist Dharma teacher in the Plum Village tradition of Thich Nhat Hahn.
Lynn Deeves
Lynn Deeves
OI Member, Musician
Lynn is a long-time mindfulness practitioner and ordained student in Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh’s Order of Interbeing. Lynn is a retired special educator and enjoys supporting mindfulness-based retreats around the Northeast. She is also a singer-songwriter, bringing Joy and Ease via another portal! In 2020, Lynn recorded a mindfulness practice CD of songs with contributions from many lay and monastic friends. https://lynndeeves.hearnow.com
Retreat Costs
The cost to attend the retreat is $295. This cost covers meals, lodging and complete use of the facilities at Pilgrim Lodge. Meals will be provided from Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. The teachings are freely offered. If financial assistance would make it possible for someone to attend, please let David (the registrar) know. Financial assistance will be offered as funds become available. Dana contributions for financial assistance and scholarships would be greatly appreciated and can be sent to David.
Cancellation Policy - Full Refund for cancellation on or before August 14, 2026. No refunds for cancellation on or after August 15, 2026.
The Venue
The Venue
Pilgrim Lodge
Pilgrim Lodge
West Gardiner, ME
West Gardiner, ME
Pilgrim Lodge Summer Camp and Retreat Center is situated on Lake Cobbosseecontee. Autumn is a magical time to visit.
Pilgrim Lodge Summer Camp and Retreat Center is situated on Lake Cobbosseecontee. Autumn is a magical time to visit.
Let us know if you'll be attending!
Let us know if you'll be attending!
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