Dec 19-21, 2008
In this day and age, it is challenging to find a place where like-minded single people can meet, be themselves, have fun, and experience growth. Rowe is that place and the lights of the season will illuminate the way. Get to know one another in a relaxed, welcoming, no-pressure environment, with room for play and self-discovery through Basherte’s unique weave of ancient wisdom, contemporary transformation processes, storytelling, music, and meditation. As you tap into your own light, you will see and receive the light of others. From this place there is the real opportunity to meet one’s soulmate.
The symbols and gifts of Hanukkah are relevant to this work. Indeed, as we let go of limiting beliefs and relationship myths, we allow the clarification of our own gifts and those of others. By the end of our first gathering on Friday night, a group of strangers will have already become a group of friends. Through an exploration of the Kabbalistic Four Worlds of body, heart, mind, and soul, you will clarify the essential elements of a loving partner and explore ways to discern who is healthy for you. As we speak clearly with one another, we will live together with understanding hearts. The retreat will be filled with layers of richness and light. Please bring a wrapped gift in the $5 range (recycled is fine) for a fun-filled “white elephant” exchange on Friday.
Efraim Eisen is the Rabbi of Temple Israel in Greenfield, MA. He has served college congregations at the University of Oregon, Mt. Holyoke, and Vassar. A licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist for over 25 years, he’s counseled thousands of people through life transformation. Ram Dass called Efraim “a walking Good Shabbos,” and he’s often found in the center of a group of children. Efraim and his wife Rosalie co-founded Basherte, which has led more than 200 events across the U.S., Canada, Central America, and Israel for over 10,000 people.
Rosalie Eisen, MEd, is a Relationship Coach and Facilitator. She brings a unique compassion to her work with individuals and groups and she has been honored as an Eshet Hazon, Woman of Vision, and a Master of Blessings. Rosalie serves as Basherte’s executive director and as the director of major gifts at the National Yiddish Book Center.