Awakening
of the Self
Dec 22, 2025 - Jan 2, 2026
Winter Retreat
with Guruji Sri Vast
Throughout life all efforts are made, in different ways and different forms, with the ultimate goal of finding the true Self. No matter what we do and how we do it, we are looking for this awakened state, recapturing our natural inner peace, joy and freedom.
This 12-day retreat welcomes you to a deep inner journey towards yourself. Immersed in the loving and graceful presence of the Master, we open up to our deepest essence.
Guruji Sri Vast's Teachings
Experience Guruji Sri Vast – a Living Master, mystic, and poet, full of authentic joy, love, grace & a flow of natural wisdom, teaching celebration of Life as a way to total liberation.
The message is a grounded, awakening spirituality, directly applicable in our practical everyday life. It is an inspiration to connect ourselves with every moment naturally so that we can experience the wholeness of our own existence.
Encountering a living Master
To gather in the presence of a Master is to experience a profound feeling of home where the core of our being is unconditionally accepted. While the mind listens to the Master’s words, the Master’s silence communicates with our heart.
Taking part in a retreat with Guruji Sri Vast is a very profound, transformative experience. Unique self-realizations take place in the presence of the beloved Master – full of wisdom, laughter, love and humor.
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Life happens only once in this way. You are a unique existence and you have the possibility to experience this life form in a unique way, which belongs to you and cannot be taken away from you. This journey can be a totally different experience.
Come, come, let us reclaim the way of your being.
Retreat Program
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Daily Satsang with Guruji Sri Vast
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Morning meditation
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Yoga
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Transformative spiritual practices
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Singing and chanting
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Guided self-inquiry
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Sacred music
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Various gatherings in the presence of the Master
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Satsang
Satsang is a profound gathering around the truth – exploring the deepest meaning of life. In direct contact with the Master, we can ask questions which are most important to us at this point in our lives. When we are open to letting ourselves be touched by the wisdom of the Master, deep insights can reveal themselves and new doors may open.
Guruji’s Teachings can become a catalyst for a deep transformation of one’s life. They offer practical guidance on steps we can take to reach our goals, liberate ourselves from past holdings and patterns, and fulfill our purpose in this life.
Liberate, totally Liberate, until the question of Liberation
disappears within you. Flow, just flow with the Life.
In that flow you and me will disappear.
The comparison of your inner and outer world will disappear.
Without knowing you will realize
that you are already there.
Meet and celebrate the life through the eyes of an enlightened Master
Location
Divinya - Sweden
The retreat takes place in Divinya, a spiritual living and learning community inspired to bring the Sri Vast Teachings into a practical living experience. It is a space for self-transformation, where one can find companionship on the spiritual path in one’s search for clarity and inner peace. Retreat participants have the chance to be part of the Divinya community living, exploring a life in peace and harmony.
Divinya is located in a beautiful Swedish castle atmosphere with a few hundred hectares of ecological farms, old oak forests, fields, rolling hills and meadows, lakes and rivers, classical parks and alleys, fruit orchards and a big permaculture garden which gives an experience of vastness and tranquility. It is a profound, peaceful environment that invites one to wander and contemplate.
For more details see the FAQ section on the bottom of the page.
Pricing & Accommodation
The retreat is a complete 12-day residential program. The arrival is on December 21 in the afternoon before 16:00 and the departure is on January 3rd in the morning.
Early Booking Prices until November 15th
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What type of food is served during the retreat?We provide a healthy, vegan-vegetarian diet. The café is available for a snack and something to drink during the day. During your booking, you can choose between vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free meals. 3 meals per day are included in the retreat fee.
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Is this retreat residential?Yes. The retreat is residential only. It is beneficial as many aspects of our retreat schedule are starting early morning and everyone can continuously take part in the entire experience of these 8 days.
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What is the cancellation policy?Cancellation up until 30 days before the retreat starting date Up until 30 days before the retreat's starting date you can cancel your participation and get a partial refund: minus €100 administration fee. Cancellation less than 30 days before the retreat starting date Within the 30 days before the retreat’s starting date, you can cancel your participation and get a partial refund: minus 50% of the retreat fee. Cancellation due to illness If you cannot attend the event due to illness and have a valid doctor’s confirmation you receive a full refund. Note: Once the retreat has started, no refunds are possible. Cancellation during the retreat Once the event has started, no refunds are possible. This applies also after check-in if you should fall ill or for any reason you cannot stay for the full duration of the retreat. Please note that your retreat participation can be canceled by the organization in case of non-compliance to the Divinya guidelines, hindering the retreat program or occurring mental health problems. Divinya cancels the retreat In the unlikely event that Divinya cancels your booking, you will receive a full refund. We intend to communicate any decision to cancel the event at least 14 days in advance, with a reservation that unforeseen circumstances may prevent us from doing so.
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What are the arrival and departure dates?The retreat is a complete 8-day residential program. Arrival Arrival is on July 25 before 16:00. A collective pickup at 14:00 is arranged at the nearest train station in Eslöv. If you wish to arrive at another time, you can take a taxi from the train station to Divinya (15 minutes drive). In case you are hindered from arriving at the given time, we kindly ask to let us know. Departure The departure is on August 3 in the morning. The timing for the collective drive to the train station of Eslöv on August 3 will be announced later.
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What is the location of the retreat?The retreat will be held at Divinya, located in the South of Sweden. Address: Divinya Center for Evolutionary Consciousness 24192 Eslöv, Skåne, South Sweden Phone: +46 70 828 74 82 | info@divinya.org
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How can I reach the retreat?The nearby train station is Eslöv, from where a free collective pickup will be organized at 14:00 on July 25. Find here the main train operator in Sweden (SJ). Taxi from Eslöv / Lund If you have another arrival time, you can take a taxi. There are taxis available at the train stations. Phone: +46 (0)46 71 02 68 Email: info@taxikavlinge.se By Plane Copenhagen Airport has direct trains (50 minutes) to Eslöv (the nearby train station). From Malmö International Airport you can take an airport bus to Malmö station and take a direct train from there to Eslöv.
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What is the dress code for the retreat?Two robes will be lent to you to wear during the retreat. Divinya has created their own clothing line ‘Colours of Freedom’ as an expression of a new reference of clothing. We ask to wear loose, comfortable clothes. During yoga, please do not wear tight-fitting clothes. In the Divinya boutique, you can buy yoga clothing, as well as robes.
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Can I attend part of the retreat?The retreat is a complete 8-day residential program. Arrival is on July 25 afternoon and departure in the morning of August 3. For your benefit, the retreat should be attended for the full 8 days, as it is a continuous guidance and the days build on one another. In case you are hindered from arriving at the given time, please contact us.