About this Event
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Change your story. Change the World.
Join a Life-Changing Retreat
This 3-day immersive retreat based in the heart of London empowers you to rediscover your inner strength and creating lasting transformation.
Guided by George Thompson, renowned filmmaker and disseminator of Daoist philosophy, you’ll explore practical wisdom, mindful movement, and deep self-reflection in a supportive community.
“George has a unique gift for translating ancient wisdom into something tangible and relatable for today’s world. His ability to blend deep philosophical insights with playfulness, love and storytelling is truly remarkable."
— Louie Schwartzberg
Creator of Fantastic Fungi
"George gracefully reminds you who you really are and your potential.”
— Tara Brach & Jack Kornfield
Insight Meditation Teachers
You have awesome potential,
it’s time to awaken it.
In a world that feels increasingly out of balance, many of us struggle with overwhelming feelings of disconnection and uncertainty.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. This retreat is an opportunity to rediscover your inner strength, align with your purpose, and learn the tools you need to transform your life. Whether you're seeking clarity, personal growth, peace, or healing emotional wounds, this experience will help you cultivate lasting change.
What Students Are Saying
What You Will Experience
During the retreat, you'll explore George’s unique synthesis of ancient wisdom and modern science:
📚 3 Full Days of Immersive Learning: from morning meditation to evening reflections. Every moment is designed to facilitate personal transformation.
🤝 Personalised Guidance from George Thompson: Benefit from George’s unique ability to translate ancient wisdom into practical tools for overcoming today’s challenges.
✨ Transformative Workshops: Engage in sessions exploring consciousness and aligning with your purpose. Learn to apply timeless Daoist wisdom to modern challenges in your personal and professional life.
🌱 Beautiful Vegan Meals: cooked by a local vegan chef
☯️ Tai Chi and Qi Gong: explore the healing power of playful, mindful movement. Tai Chi is not just a movement practice, it is a philosophy for life!
🧘 Meditation & Breathwork: Calm your mind and focus through guided meditation sessions. Learn how you can tap into the power of your breath and ‘relax on demand’.
🫶 Community Support: Share insights and connect with others in the intimate group setting, deepening your understanding through shared learning and real-time feedback.
🎶 Music & Celebration: Enjoy community connections through music and playful activities to unwind and celebrate your progress together.
Meet George Thompson
George is a filmmaker, teacher, and founder of Balance is Possible!— a 15-person team on a mission to inspire balance for people and planet. His films and teachings have touched over 25 million people, and he has built a global community of millions who share his vision.
George is supported by renowned spiritual teachers and changemakers including Dr. Jane Goodall, Louie Schwartzberg, Tara Brach, Stephen Fry and many more.
Drawing from years of deep study in the Wudang Mountains of China, George blends ancient wisdom with modern science, translating it into fun, practical tools for overcoming the challenges of modern life.
Once plagued by anxiety and a sense of disconnection, George’s personal journey led him from pain to purpose. Now, he leads transformational events worldwide and creates films that awaken hearts and minds.
With playful kindness and deep clarity, George helps people awaken their potential and live in harmony with themselves, each other, and the Earth.
Balance is Possible!
Agenda
🕑: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
Info: Arrive at 2 pm at our East London teaching space. We’ll begin at 3 pm sharp with workshops and a shared meal, continuing until around 10 pm.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
Info: Meet at 9 am for morning practice in Victoria Park, followed by workshops throughout the day until 10 pm.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Sunday
Info: Meet at 9 am for morning practice in Victoria Park. We’ll conclude the retreat with lunch and wrap up by 2 pm.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Chisenhale Dance Space, 64-84 Chisenhale Road, London, United Kingdom
GBP 645.33
