5-day Miksang Retreat
Heaven, Earth, Man & Magic

Introduction - the first day we start by exploring Tarifa with Miksang Photography and the emphasis is on 'simplicity'. Which is joyful and helps you landing in this new place, where it feels like 20 years back in time. Enjoy the laid back pace, blend in in the pleasant mild Mediterranean climate, surrounded by the two oceans, plenty of palm trees and the Spanish-Moorish culture.

After the first Miksang gathering in the morning and the exercises on the rooftop terrace you have time to stroll in Tarifa, in the white city center, the harbor, the beach and enjoy a typical Spanish joint (late) lunch (optional). The day ends with the review of experiences and everyone's selection of Miksang photos.

Day 2 of 2 in the dunes of Bolonia; you experience the magic of yourself at the dunes, beach and forest. You continue practicing with the intention of the thee principles of heaven, earth, man and moments. You allow yourself to look deeper and more precisely and surrender to the idea of your inherent clear seeing and infinite perceptions.

You rest with more ease in the comfort and discomfort in yourself. Your complete experience of equanimity and equality with everything there is to see, in your immediate environment, the larger world and in yourself. You bring everything together in the vastness of the walking dunes and the power of nature: this is your foundation for in-depth looking and fresh seeing. Centered in your heart and the warmth of your heart comes together in your artistic expression with your camera.

Crystalizing the heart of Miksang. On this final day you will explore from your expanded visual awareness: your new normal. Your unique & visual poetic now moments in your apartment, strolling through Tarifa, on the beach; wherever you are NOW, standing or sitting. The magic of what touches you and you express this seen connection is the heart of Miksang. You put the learned and unlearned into practice in your personal adventure in a relaxed way, on the two legs of trust and sincerity. You as a tourist and the unique person that you are come together effortlessly and joyfully!

You allow yourself to follow how your hunch leads you; not rebellious, or wanting things differently or from the sentiment 'this is my last day'. Heaving on the elegant impulses of 'first thought best thought', of 'fresh' during a delicious lunch, a siesta, strolling through Tarifa, chilling on the roof terrace of Dar Cilla Guesthouse. We will close the retreat with a celebration, discussing everyone's experiences and sharing our photos.

Tarifa is known as a multicultural surf town with Moorish influences, located in the provence Andalusia, the Southernmost part of Spain. Tarifa has a picturesque center with its harbour, the two oceans that meet with a rich sea life including whales, flying fish, dolphins, tuna and at this time of the year also orcas.

Tarifa has both a city beach and a very long wide beach and the amazing view of the Rif Mountains of Morocco. Enjoy the delicious tapas cafes and restaurants with daily fresh fish, with always a delicious vegetarian option, and the typical pastries at the bakers.

In June it is already a summer climate in southern Spain, the temperature in Tarifa is around 20-26 degrees Celsius. It can also rain, and there is usually wind. Practically, you bring layers of clothing and sunscreen, and if you are up to it, bring your swimwear.

Pronounce it as: 'Bhair vhair day la Frontera'. A day of practicing Miksang while strolling as a group and also individually in your own time. On this day your visual playground is the charming white town, pablo blanco, where you'll explore your unique richness of the phenomenal world.

You are a tourist and you take your Miksang seat. You can totally feel free to be a tourist and simultaneously look, see and notice when something strikes you as 'fresh'. Allow yourself to come to a full stop for your perceptions and give geuien unhurried photographic expression. Enjoy the timelessness of the white, the lines, the shadows and everything that unexpectedly touches you visually and what you notice that touches you, while enjoying the Spanish culture. After you stroll we meet again for an Andalusian lunch. A day of being and seeing unhurried, calm and confident. One moment at a time, one click, and sometimes two - free and joyful!