Peace of Mind is My Home

Welcome to a sanctuary for stillness, presence, and transformation during the Lunar New Year. This retreat is designed to:

• Provide True Rest: Offer a "vacation" to release accumulated stress through meditation and living in nature, addressing physical and mental exhaustion.
• Deepen Connection: Facilitate non-electronic shared experiences to promote deeper communication and emotional connection among members.
• Restore Meaning: Reconstruct the cultural significance of the Spring Festival—"getting rid of the old and welcoming the new"—providing a ritualistic experience beyond social obligations.
• Inspire Growth: Guide participants in annual reviews and new year planning to gain a clear sense of direction for the year ahead.

Nestled among ancient redwoods and lush meadowland at 1550 Tindall Ranch Rd in Watsonville, CA, 95076. Zen Cosmos offers a serene refuge from the rush of everyday life. The center is tucked into its own private valley, designed to support deep reflection, mindful presence, and meaningful personal transformation.

Dates: February 20th (Friday) to February 22nd (Sunday), 2026

• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Arrival and Check-in
• 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM: Dinner & Community Reception
• 6:00 PM: Neighbors Welcome (Location: Meditation Hall)
• 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Chan Practice, Tea Tasting & Fireside Conversation (Location: Small Meditation Hall)
• Activity: Silent film screening or mentor-guided sharing.

• 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM: Tai Chi Practice in the Woods
• 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Breakfast (Service-Based Practice: Mindful Clean-up)
• 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Morning Sitting Meditation (Location: Meditation Hall)
• 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Blessing Practice
• 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Spiritual Music Performance
• 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Lunch (Service-Based Practice: Mindful Clean-up)
• 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Wood Circle Outdoor Meditation: "Listening to the Sound of the Genuine"
• 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Light Dinner (Service-Based Practice: Mindful Clean-up)
• 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Evening Sitting Meditation
• 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Community Sharing & Dialogue
• 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Sharing & Discussion
• Topic: "How to utilize the space for spiritual and life education."

• 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM: Mindful Walk in the Woods (Gathering edible wild plants & flowers)
• 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Breakfast (Service-Based Practice: Mindful Clean-up)
• 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Parallel Activities (Choose one):
• Painting Your Wish
• Flower Arrangement (using wild flowers and plants)
• Cooking with Foraged Plants
• Family Harmony Relationships Course (Nonviolent Communication)
• Alternative Option: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Visit Redwood Vihara
• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Lunch (Service-Based Practice: Mindful Clean-up)

• Cuisine: Our kitchen offers simple, warming, thoughtfully prepared meals made from whole ingredients. Each dish is designed to be easy to digest, gently energizing, and deeply comforting.
• Inclusions: All meals and refreshments are included in the retreat price.
• Special Sessions: The program includes a tranquil tea party and cooking with foraged plants.

• Setting: Comfortable accommodations designed for rest and reflection are provided in a serene mountain setting.
• Check-in: Rooms are equipped with sutra copying tablets and sandalwood incense for a Zen-inspired welcome.
• Upgrades: Premium or private room upgrades are available on a limited basis.

• Core Meditation Instructors: 1-2 experienced meditation masters or senior mindfulness instructors will guide the sessions.
• Cultural Aesthetics Instructor: A specialist in handicrafts, tea ceremony, and incense ceremony.
• Family/Career Mentor: A senior psychological counselor or life coach for relationship and planning sessions.
• Specific contact names and numbers for medical emergencies were not provided in the current documents. Please refer to on-site staff for immediate assistance.

• Email / Phone: [email protected]
• Address: 1550 Tindall Ranch Rd, Watsonville, CA, 95076
• Connect: Visit our website to explore more about our community and offerings.

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