Tilstede ("Present") – A long weekend with forest bathing and meditation
Leena and Vimal
For you who need a restart
Are you tired of always having to perform and constantly rushing to get things done? Do you need to pause and feel what you truly want? Tilstede is a meditation weekend for those who need a breather from everyday life. At Dharma Mountain meditation resort, we help you to go offline and find silence, presence, and connection with nature. You will experience meditations in nature, breathing exercises, and an introduction to Vipassana – one of the most ancient meditation techniques in the world.
At Tilstede we invite you to:
- Experience the healing power of Forest Bathing (shinrin-yoku)
- Learn Vipassana Meditationa simple and well known practise
- Practise gentle movement and breathing exercises
- Discover active meditations to release stress and tension
- Open up to natural silence and presence in a supportive group setting
Many of the practices shared during Tilstede can easily be continued at home, giving you tools for greater balance in everyday life.
The retreat is led by Dharma Mountain’s experienced facilitators for whom meditation is an integrated part of their daily life. They bring a wealth of knowledge from various meditative traditions and create a warm, supportive group environment where you can relax, be yourself – and experience the power of meditating together with others.
If you have any questions, please contact us by e-mail.
Why meditation?
Studies show that meditation can significantly reduce stress hormones like cortisol, improve sleep, support the immune system, and enhance emotional well-being. At Dharma Mountain, we have witnessed this transformation time and again – now it’s your turn!
What is forest bathing?
Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) was developed in Japan in the 1980s as a therapeutic method. Forest bathing simply means “bathing” in the healing atmosphere of the forest by consciously slowing down and opening your senses to receive nourishment and healing from the surrounding nature.
Course leaders
Leena has her daily work in Dharma Mountain, where she leads meditations during retreats and groups, and arranges regular writing courses. Leena is also an author. She has a background from Osho Risk Therapist Training and Star Sapphire Energywork. Her work is characterized by presence, clarity and playfulness.
Vimal is a trained medical doctor and has been practicing meditation and self-discovery for more than 20 years. He has been involved in running Dharma Mountain since 2006. Vimal likes to bring sensitivity and playfulness into exploring himself.
Tilstede was a turning point. I arrived feeling tired and full of inner restlessness, but during the retreat, I unlocked something that has brought much more calmness and energy. The effect was far greater than I thought possible over just a long weekend – my quality of life has truly improved. I warmly recommend it to anyone seeking peace and a fresh start. Malene Vågen Dimmen, Tilstede 2024
Malene Vågen Dimmen, Tilstede 2024
We also offer:
• Mobile Phone Hotel
• Vegetarian, homemade food, (glutenfree, milk free and/or vegan alternative meals if booked in advance).
• The possibility for a beneficial treatment such as massage, healing, and more
• Cozy cabins with single or shared rooms
Dharma Mountain has hosted countless meditation retreats and groups over the course of 25 years. The place is surrounded by beautiful nature and has a unique silent atmosphere. Everyone working at Dharma Mountain has meditation as part of their lives, which makes it a whole experience to join a group with us.