Episode 152: What Happens When You Go on A Silent Meditation Retreat with Your Friend

Episode 152: What Happens When You Go on A Silent Meditation Retreat with Your Friend

Have you ever spent a week with a friend in silence? I just did!

Join me on the podcast where my friend, Alex Katz and I debrief and discuss our silent meditation retreat. You might think, "Ohh how awkward!" But in reality, it was a powerfull experience and we can't wait to share it with you. During this episode we discuss our inner dialgues while silent with each other. We share our own big insights and takeaways. We highlight the challenging and easy moments of navigating the retreat. Take a listen to the whole episode and share your takeaways with us on Instagram @OneWade and @Alexandra.Katz

Curious to go on your own silent meditation retreat? Download this free resourse guide here. This a a constantly growing and evolving list of resources, inspiration and structure to support you signing up for or creating your own retreat.

Want more? Check out these other Centered in the City podcast episodes where I also discuss retreat experience:

Solo Episode: Month-long Silent Retreat Recap Solo Episode: Eating to Catch Up Solo Show: Preparing for a Silent Meditation Retreat

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Alex is a multi-passionate who is deeply curious about the world around her, and seeks out the beauty of everyday life. Currently based in Seattle, she has an affinity for meditation, homemade granola, exploring the natural splendor of the PNW, personal growth, and fostering heart-centered connections.

Her work is driven by an enthusiasm for building community. She enjoys brainstorming, asking thought-provoking questions, designing experiences, and is perpetually fascinated by people and what lights them up.

For the past five years, Alex has found great fulfillment serving as the Director of Membership and Partnerships for The Collective Seattle. However, at the time of this recording, she is embarking on a new adventure, taking a deep dive into her passions and shaping a new career path.

In her free time, Alex can be found on a dance floor, cold plunging in the Puget Sound, strolling the local farmers market, or nurturing various creative pursuits that include photography, ceramics, floral arranging, and singing.

She'd welcome an opportunity to connect/co-create/collaborate on something fun and meaningful! Find her on Instagram or LinkedIn.

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