The Pneuma Gnostic Intensive

The Pneuma Gnostic Intensive
~ with Trevor Thibodeau and Giselle Gilliard ~

*** gnosis - direct, experiential knowledge; spiritual knowledge
*** pneuma (silent 'p') - breath; spirit

The Pneuma Gnostic Intensive is a one-day retreat that gives the participant an enhanced opportunity to know or experience their soul or spirit directly. By its very nature, Direct Experience (also called Direct Knowledge), is difficult to describe in a way that makes sense to the mind. It does not happen through the mind nor any of the five senses. It is to know or experience truth through no “via” - no process at all - “directly”. The words “experience” and “know” fall short really, as there is an implication of duality, ‘a’ knowing ‘b’. Rather, gnosis is Union.Gnosis is to Know Truth by Being Truth.
The Known is the Knower : The Knower is the Known.

Adapted from The Enlightenment Intensive (EI) and adding Breathwork as an accelerant to the process, as in an EI, the dyad is used as the main form of practice. We contemplate a question and communicate what comes up to our listening partner. For those who have experienced an EI, the technique we will use during this event differs from the EI technique in that we alternate between contemplating who or what we are, and who or what we are not. Like pushing an old post in the ground back in forth to remove it, this alternating technique accelerates the process of clearing the mind and opening oneself up to truth or reality as it actually is, moving away from our perpetual identification with thoughts in the mind especially, but even feelings in the body - all indirect experiences with a subject and object.

While we cannot guarantee that one reaches gnosis as it is ultimately a gift from Grace, paradoxically, we can greatly increase our chances with our sincere desire and earnest effort, that the Pneuma Gnostic Intensive sets the stage for. Regardless of whether or not one reaches gnosis, this day promises to be rewarding in so many ways.

We clear our minds.
We open our hearts.
We consciously connect with others in an extraordinary way.
We get in our bodies and connect deeply with breath.

While it is not therapy strictly speaking, it is highly therapeutic.
If you give your best to the process, you will leave feeling a whole lot lighter and more in love with life.

~ Date & Time ~
* Nov. 29th, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
* Doors open at 8:30 am~ Location ~
* Private home in Courage Ridge SW.
* Address provided with registration.

~ Investment ~
$197 Regular
$147 SUPER-AWESOME Early Bird Savings
* Register by Nov. 9th.
* Only 12 spots available.
* Advance registration is required to confirm your spot.

To confirm your spot, please e-transfer Trevor at [email protected] or sign up via the Eventbrite link. There is the option to choose a 'Free' ticket and to etransfer Trevor directly to avoid the Eventbrite fees.

* PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WITH YOUR REGISTRATION:
- your name and email address
- the date of the event you plan to attend
- your phone number (optional but helpful and appreciated)
Trevor will send a confirmation / logistics email.

~ Cancellation Policy ~
* There are no refunds. A $50 fee will be charged for cancellations.
* If appropriate notice is given in cancelling, the remaining balance will be kept for future events.

We would be honoured by your presence.

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Cougar Ridge Crescent Southwest, Cougar Ridge Crescent Southwest, Calgary, Canada

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