Wilderness, Storytelling & The Healing Of Brokenness

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Belden Lane, renowned storyteller and Illuman Weaver visited Seattle in 2016 to present this evening lecture exploring the power of wilderness and storytelling to create a sacred space where healing can occur. Dr. Lane’s stories and ideas invite listeners to ponder wilderness as a force which, when listened to, can shape us in lasting and unexpected ways. He draws on the voices of mystics from a variety of traditions and invite us to ponder wilderness landscapes in a way that ushers us into deeper engagement with the mystery and holiness that is found in wild places. Presented by Illuman Of Washington and The Seattle School Of Theology And Psychology.

Alumni Lecture Series 2016: Belden Lane from The Seattle School on Vimeo.

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After making the MROP years ago, and coming home to unpack the experience virtually alone, the Illuman retreat gave me a sense that, finally, a community is present, and willing, to share the journey.

~Participant

I attended the January retreat and was moved by the power of the male community. The greetings upon arriving shifted my focus to assessing my gifts, wounds, and blessings. The time and space shared presented an opportunity to seek spiritual direction and understanding in the community of brothers.

~Stephen

The January retreat was a great way to reconnect with the deepest needs of the spirit and leverage time-tested rituals for powerful impact. A wonderful opportunity to connect with other men that are on their own path of spiritual transformation, and learn from their journey and experiences.

~Participant

Last year's retreat, was powerful as a continuance for those of us who had been through an MROP and for our brothers who were interested in learning more about MROP's and opportunities for being with like minded men.

~Participant

In the stillness of a damp, quiet corner of the Seattle metro area, a diverse group of men gathered to share rituals and a common desire to become better, more generative men. It was perhaps the first time I've ever experienced real unity in such a group of men, and the sacred time paved the way for some life-changing healing that could only have happened in the company of others.

~Sam

At the end of the retreat, I felt deeply at peace and very grateful for all the men who shared this space with me, as well as the volunteers who made it happen. I can't wait to go again!

~Ned

It was comforting to spend time in the company of men who are there to support you; and who you can support as they and you walk through the stages of life.

~Dennis

The combination of the gathered group, the small group "council" times, and the time in solitude was refreshing. It felt like a safe place to reflect and refocus, receiving encouragement from others along the way.

~Participant