St Maartin

Costa Rica

Antigua & Barbuda

Small Steps, Big Impact - Tuesdays, May 12th & 26th 2026

Dear Healthcare Professional, We warmly invite you to join us for a special retreat designed to support your wellbeing and strengthen the inner resources that sustain your caregiving practice… ‘When Silence Meets Self‑Compassion’ Essential Tools for Healthcare Professionals to Sustain Your Caregiving Journey May 15–17, 2026 Peace Village Learning &amp; Retreat Center, 54 O Hara Rd, Haines Falls, NY 12436 Healthcare professionals carry extraordinary responsibilities, often under conditions that can lead to chronic stress, emotional and compassion fatigue, and burnout. This retreat offers a purposeful pause, a supportive environment in which to step back from daily pressures and engage in practices that restore clarity, resilience, inner balance, and personal well-being. Participants will experience a blend of guided and silent meditation, mindful self‑compassion, and other spiritual and restorative practices. These sessions are designed to provide practical tools that strengthen emotional well-being and enhance one’s capacity to sustain compassionate, high‑quality care. We are honored to welcome Dr. Sarah Eagger, retired consultant psychiatrist from Imperial College London and Chair of the Janki Foundation (UK), as our special guest facilitator. Her extensive experience in mental health, spirituality, and compassionate care will bring depth and insight to this retreat. Peace Village Learning &amp; Retreat Center, which will be hosting our gathering, is nestled on 300 acres in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, NY, and offers a tranquil and supportive atmosphere ideal for introspection and renewal. It provides comfortable accommodation with Wi-Fi throughout the buildings, a welcoming dining area, nurturing vegetarian meals, and attentive staff who will support your stay, ensuring a pleasant and enriching experience. To learn more about Peace Village, please visit:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.peacevillageretreat.org%2F&amp;h=AT5FxaQGng-PFvf7rVdnf63YFin3ptEdzqmVrgHpOsFw-HU_f8g5ilyeKJrqGEhy3nh9oeLdHzGc_W6k9aXzwVzFbVaYp3STdEMTD0qE-USauJLFe7XFAc0v8XUvGofWmcxbjagDyTs5Fc4BtPCiLuaPXYjA9rSo&amp;__tn__=-UK*F"><a tabindex="0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer">www.peacevillageretreat.org</a></a> To register for the retreat, please click:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbrahmakumaris.org%2Fr%2FPV_Selfcare_Retreat_2026&amp;h=AT6V4Gsez9GE66LgzB4tWYtJfFpEDEKVaQVz9hRnKpFa-Kah96sCr2H9T-dB6ZKom8kJbb8frTXG8Y_AyJYBC09ktNXoAKQ8Oapgd68VtSlM3RDbc7xyTf0e2_iYzsdyUl6UcusoHf8fiP1f7PHzM2YcxetfJSmy&amp;__tn__=-UK*F"><a tabindex="0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer">https://brahmakumaris.org/r/PV_Selfcare_Retreat_2026</a></a>&nbsp;or scan the QR code (in flyer below) For any information regarding the Retreat, please contact: pointoflifeus@gmail.com / 516-773-7320 We look forward to welcoming you and to sharing this meaningful and restorative weekend journey with you. Warm regards, Kala Iyengar, MD / Director, Peace Village Learning &amp; Retreat Center, and the Point of Life Foundation (For the Retreat Organizing Team)

When Silence Meets Self‑Compassion’ - A Restorative Retreat for Healthcare Professionals at Peace Village Retreat Center, Catskill Mountain, NY– May 15–17, 2026

Watertown Porchfest, Saturday, May 16th 2026

In these inspiring classes, children explore values and life skills through stories, discussions, and fun activities—empowering them to apply these lessons in everyday life. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Increase Your Invaluable Treasures by Using Them Values like kindness, courage, and respect grow when we use them. This class helps kids discover their “invisible gold” and learn how sharing their values makes them shine.Starts: Sundays, From Jan 25 Kids Age: 8-14 Years Every Sunday, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (PT). &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Location : Webinar (Zoom)

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Americas & The Caribbean

Small Steps, Big Impact - Tuesdays, May 12th & 26th 2026

When Silence Meets Self‑Compassion’ - A Restorative Retreat for Healthcare Professionals at Peace Village Retreat Center, Catskill Mountain, NY– May 15–17, 2026

Watertown Porchfest, Saturday, May 16th 2026

Silicon Valley's Nurturing Values – Classes for Kids (8-14 years) - Year 2026

World Peace Meditation Hour, Sunday, May 17th 2026