The Ease of Being. Yoga, Breathwork, Silent Retreat. Sold Out.

A silent retreat with nature as the container.

www.casaportalretreats.com

Led by Surya-Chandra Das of Rolling Meadows Retreats, The Ease of Being is a four-night silent, phone-free retreat supported by gentle, accessible contemplative practices. Surya is a meditation teacher and founder of Rolling Meadows Retreats, with over 30 years of experience guiding silent retreats and contemplative practice. Their work is known for creating containers that feel safe, spacious, and humane—inviting participants into silence as a living relationship with presence, compassion, and love.

Silence is shared collectively, creating a quiet and supportive environment where attention can settle and awareness can deepen without pressure to speak or perform. This retreat invites a softer relationship with love through simplicity, stillness, and shared rhythm.

The experience includes guided meditation, yoga nidra, breathwork, and unstructured time in the natural landscape. Held at Casa Portal, days unfold slowly and simply, allowing participants to attune to the rhythm of the land and their own inner pacing.

What to Expect

• Shared social silence throughout the retreat
• Daily guided meditation sessions
• Yoga nidra for deep rest and nervous system regulation
• Gentle, accessible yoga practices
• Guided breathwork
• Time in nature for reflection and quiet walking
• Spacious periods for rest, journaling, and integration
• Chef-prepared meals shared quietly
• A supportive, clearly held container with experienced guidance

Silence & Container 

This retreat is held in social silence, meaning participants refrain from conversation while remaining in shared presence with one another. Silence is supported with clear structure, guidance, and care throughout the retreat. Instruction and orientation are offered verbally when needed, so participants always feel held and informed.

This retreat is designed for those seeking spaciousness, clarity, and a softer relationship with themselves. Silence here is not rigid or austere—it is relational, human, and held with care.

All-Inclusive Rates Include: 

• Three meals per day (plus snacks & non-alcoholic beverages)
• All teacher-led programming and workshop materials fees
• Accommodations for the duration of the retreat
• Exclusive private access to Casa Portal and its amenities