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Money Without Tightness: Rediscovering Purpose Through Generosity

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  I used to think I had money all figured out . I had a high-paying job in finance , made strong cryptocurrency investments , and enjoyed long-term financial stability . But despite outward success, I felt an underlying tightness around money — fear of losing it, constant mental calculations, and a persistent drive to accumulate more. Curious about this tension, I began money coaching with Karen McAllister. What I thought would be a practical tune-up became a deeper exploration of my money mindset . I discovered how much fear, scarcity, and control I had internalized — beliefs shaped by culture, family, and a hyper-capitalist environment . I had unknowingly viewed work as drudgery , with early retirement as the only escape. But true financial freedom , I learned, isn't just about numbers — it's about healing your relationship with money . Through coaching, I began practicing generosity — not only with money, but with time, attention, and service. This softened my grip a...

Facing Fear, Finding Strength: A Journey with Horses and Mindfulness

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 When I arrived at Clear Sky Retreat Center , I carried a quiet but heavy fear— fear of horses , and more deeply, fear of losing control. What unfolded was far more than an introduction to horsemanship. It was a transformative experience in emotional healing , mindfulness , and personal empowerment . Through the gentle, intuitive approach of natural horsemanship , I began to understand that horses respond not just to movement, but to energy and emotion. They became mirrors, reflecting my internal state and inviting me to meet it with presence and patience. Working with horses forced me into the moment. I had to be calm, grounded, and aware—skills at the heart of both mindfulness training and emotional resilience . In this space of deep connection, I discovered I could face fear, not by pushing it away, but by listening to it. The turning point came when I stopped resisting fear and instead built trust—with the horses, and with myself . That’s where confidence was born. Vulnerab...

Rediscover Balance: Integrating Mindfulness for Real-Life Transformation

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Feeling overwhelmed, distracted, or disconnected—even with a mindfulness or meditation practice ? You’re not alone. In our fast-paced world, staying grounded takes more than just good intentions. The Integrating Mindfulness course offers a holistic approach to help you reconnect with what truly matters—both inside and out. Whether you attend in-person at Clear Sky Retreat Center or join through online mindfulness training , this course gives you the tools to: Deepen your daily mindfulness practice Cultivate emotional well-being and mental clarity Create supportive habits and intentional living routines Build meaningful, authentic connections Bring mindfulness into work, relationships, and everyday life Led by experienced, heart-centered guides, this isn’t just another course—it’s a transformational journey toward greater peace, purpose, and presence. If you're ready to go beyond surface-level self-care and embrace a fully integrated life, this course is ...

21st Century Tantra: Explore Sacred Sexuality and Spiritual Awakening

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Ready to explore Tantra beyond the clichés? 21st Century Tantra , a four-week online Tantra course with Catherine Pawasarat Sensei, offers a fresh, modern approach to sacred sexuality , spiritual awakening , and inner balance . In today’s world, we’re being called to integrate not just our minds, but also our energy , body , and relationships . Tantra, which means “weaving,” helps us consciously work with the divine feminine and masculine energies within us—regardless of gender identity. This course blends the ancient roots of Tantra and Vajrayana Buddhism with practical tools for modern spirituality , including: Understanding the role of sexuality in spiritual practice Exploring non-binary spirituality in a traditionally binary system Healing cultural conditioning around sex, power, and trauma Deepening mindfulness , energy work , and conscious relationships Whether you’re curious about Tantra and healthy sexuality , or want to align your spiritual practice with...

Find Peace and Clarity at Clear Sky Meditation Centre

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       Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or simply in need of a break from your busy life? A private meditation retreat at Clear Sky Meditation Centre might be just what you need to relax, reset, and reconnect with yourself. A Quiet Place Just for You Tucked away in the stunning Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, Clear Sky Meditation Centre offers private cabin retreats where you can enjoy peace, silence, and time to focus on your inner well-being. Whether you're new to meditation or have been practicing for years, this is a place where you can go deeper in a way that suits your needs. You can choose how long you stay—from three nights to three months—and create a schedule that fits your personal rhythm. There's no pressure or strict routine. Instead, you’ll find space to breathe, think, and simply be. Everything You Need to Feel Supported When you arrive at Clear Sky Meditation Centre , you’ll get a one-on-one orientation to help you settle in. If you’d lik...

Bringing Retreat Home: The Five Principles for a Stronger Spiritual Life

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 Have you ever left a spiritual retreat feeling inspired, renewed, and deeply connected—only to find that within days, the clarity starts to fade? You're not alone. At Clear Sky Center, this was a common experience people shared. Retreats offered a profound transformation, but maintaining that depth in the chaos of everyday life? That was the real challenge. In response, Clear Sky's community set out on an 18-month journey in 2015 to answer a pivotal question: How can we bring the benefits of a retreat into our daily lives? What emerged were Five Foundational Principles , carefully developed and lived by both residents and alumni of the center. These principles help recreate the supportive conditions of retreat life—what Clear Sky calls a “spiritual container.” This container isn’t about adding more to your to-do list. It’s about shaping your daily life so that it naturally supports your growth. Here’s a glimpse into these five powerful principles: 1. Honour Your Space Physical...

Balancing the Everyday: How Our Associate Teachers Embody Meditation in Modern Life

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 At Clear Sky, we deeply admire the strength, compassion, and authenticity of our Associate Teachers. What makes their journey so inspiring isn't just their dedication to meditation and mindfulness—it's that they do it while living fully in the modern world. Our Associate Teachers have careers, families, deadlines, and all the demands that come with daily life. Like many of us, they navigate the complexities of money, relationships, and time. And yet, they also show up—again and again—with clarity, presence, and compassion. What sets them apart? They’ve made their practice part of everything they do. Whether it's taking a mindful breath before a difficult conversation at work, or pausing to stay centered amidst a busy commute, our Associate Teachers embody the integration of spiritual practice into daily life. They remind us that enlightenment isn’t reserved for the mountaintop—it’s cultivated moment by moment, in the heart of our routines. Through years of training, de...