Strengthening Clarity, Calm, and Connectedness in International Settings and Daily Life
Join us for a three-day mindfulness retreat in the beautiful countryside, where we will explore practical ways to bring more awareness, focus, and ease into our work and daily lives. This retreat introduces core mindskills and offers participants the opportunity to experience their transformative power through guided practices, meditation, reflection, and peer exchanges.
Working in international contexts requires a high degree of cultural awareness, flexibility, and openness. We will train ourselves and share in an atmosphere of trust and loving kindness, how mindfulness-based mindskills can offer us valuable support in navigating complex relationships across different cultural and political landscapes.
During this retreat, we will explore how mindfulness can foster mutual respect and openness in international cooperation, particularly in multicultural teams. Specific practices will help participants manage the tension between personal aspirations and those of colleagues and partners, while also cultivating fearless communication and reconciliation.
In today’s fast-paced and contradictory world, we all long for moments of clarity, peace, and connection. The demands of work, relationships, and society often leave us feeling overwhelmed and scattered. In response, mindskills—mental practices that cultivate inner calm and resilience—are becoming essential tools for navigating the complexities of modern life.
What Are Mindskills?
Mindskills are mental abilities that have positive effects on our well-being and work performance. They clarify our perception, deepen self-awareness, and focus our actions on what truly matters. Through systematic training, these skills allow us to cultivate resilience, inner freedom, and effective decision-making.
These practices will help you cultivate:
Non-judgmental awareness
Enhanced focus
Emotional resilience
Deep connection with oneself and others
During the retreat, you’ll explore these skills through guided meditations, mindful communication, and experiential activities tailored to support international cooperation and personal growth.
In this retreat we will cover
Mindfulness: Developing non-judgmental awareness of the present moment.
Concentration: Enhancing focus and the ability to direct attention to what matters most.
Impulse Distance: Learning to pause before reacting, reducing emotional escalation.
Positive Connectivity: Staying connected with oneself and others, even in challenging situations.
Deep Listening: Connecting to what is said without judging or inner commenting.
Deceleration: Slowing down to gain clarity and understanding before making decisions.
Tranquility of the Mind: Learning to let go of constant thinking and finding calm in stillness.
True Breaks: Taking meaningful pauses to restore energy and perspective.
Acceptance of Change: Cultivating flexibility and openness to life’s constant shifts.
Retreat Structure
Each day will feature a combination of the following:
Sitting Meditation: Building mindfulness and concentration through quiet reflection.
Walking Meditation: Developing awareness in motion, connecting with nature.
Work Meditation: Integrating mindfulness into daily tasks and interactions.
Mindful Eating: Bringing presence and gratitude into our relationship with food.
Mindful Communication: Deep listening practices to enhance connection with others.
Media Fasting: A break from digital distractions to foster inner stillness.
Meet Your Guides
Dr. Kai Romhardt
Dr. Romhardt is a business coach and Buddhist Dharma teacher in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. He holds a Master's in Management and Organization (lic.oec.HSG) from the University of St. Gallen and a PhD in Management and Social Sciences from the University of Geneva. In 2004, he founded the Network for Mindful Business (NAW), which promotes mindfulness in economics, fostering sustainable work and consumption practices. Active internationally, Dr. Romhardt has authored seven books on mindfulness, including “We Are the Economy: The Buddhist Way of Work, Consumption, and Money.”
Dr. Jürgen Stäudel
Dr. Stäudel is a civil engineer and expert in wastewater and solid waste management. A long-time student of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, he has deeply explored mindfulness and transformation practices. He is the founder of the No-Mud-No-Lotus Sangha in Phnom Penh, rooted in the Plum Village tradition, and a certified Systemic Constellation Therapist under the German Society for Systemic Constellations (DGfS). His compassionate guidance fosters a space of trust and understanding.
Your investment:
Eco-Bamboo House: $390 per participant
Luxury Bungalow: $450 per participant
(Includes accommodation, transport to/from Phnom Penh, three meals daily, and retreat materials)
Financial Assistance:
We believe mindfulness should be accessible to all. If finances are a concern, please contact us to discuss a discounted rate.
Supporting local development
As a social enterprise, Hanchey Bamboo Resort is committed to making a difference. Your participation supports local training programs for youth and helps create positive change in our community.
Reserve your spot today and embrace a life of mindfulness and clarity!
How to Register
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