
iRest Yoga Nidra
Deep, guided Yoga Nidra developed by Richard Miller to promote progressive relaxation and restorative rest. Participants recline in Quietude’s calm studio in Black Mountain for a narrated body-scan meditation cultivating restorative sleep and inner stillness.
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Deep restorative guided Yoga Nidra practice adapted by Richard Miller, combining systematic body scan and breath awareness to induce profound relaxation and ease into restorative sleep in a quiet lodge setting.

Deep restorative guided Yoga Nidra practice adapted by Richard Miller, combining systematic body scan and breath awareness to induce profound relaxation and ease into restorative sleep in a quiet lodge setting.
Deep restorative guided Yoga Nidra practice adapted by Richard Miller, combining systematic body scan and breath awareness to induce profound relaxation and ease into restorative sleep in a quiet lodge setting.

Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.

Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.
Silent free writing using stream of consciousness technique to bypass self doubt and cultivate healing and personal inquiry in Quietude's calm Black Mountain meditation space; a gentle journaling circle welcomes beginners and reflective writers.

Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.

Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.
Quiet, guided meditation and restorative practices created for community healers—psychotherapists, social workers, bodyworkers, and spiritual teachers—to replenish physical, emotional, and spiritual resilience in a calm mountain lodge setting.

Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.
Silent morning sits paired with reflective sharing on contemplative and interfaith spiritual practices; participants learn, exchange ideas, and nurture community in Quietude’s peaceful Black Mountain setting every Sunday.

Guided breathwork in a mineral-rich salt cave uses rhythmic breathing, gentle pacing, and calming ambient light to encourage somatic release, deep relaxation, and enhanced respiratory awareness for beginners and seasoned practitioners.

Guided breathwork in a mineral-rich salt cave uses rhythmic breathing, gentle pacing, and calming ambient light to encourage somatic release, deep relaxation, and enhanced respiratory awareness for beginners and seasoned practitioners.
Guided breathwork in a mineral-rich salt cave uses rhythmic breathing, gentle pacing, and calming ambient light to encourage somatic release, deep relaxation, and enhanced respiratory awareness for beginners and seasoned practitioners.

Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.

Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.
Quiet evenings of guided sitting meditation followed by Dharma talk and group discussion, led by a rotating roster of guest teachers in a tranquil Black Mountain practice space.

Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.
Gentle asana movement focusing on mindful stretching and alignment for all levels in a peaceful lodge setting. Instructor Leslie Temme leads donation based sessions at The Lodge at Quietude in Black Mountain.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.
Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.
Restorative guided meditation tailored to psychotherapists, spiritual teachers, bodyworkers, and social workers, blending diverse healing arts modalities to replenish practitioners, cultivate peer support, and deepen self-care in a quiet retreat setting.

Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.

Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.

Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.

Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.
Breath-synced gentle vinyasa in an intimate studio, underscored by live ambient soundscapes and subtle percussion. Candlelit, all levels practice emphasizes mindful breathwork, deep relaxation, and restorative movement for a meditative evening.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.

Guided silent and continuous mantra meditation led by a teacher with over 50 years' practice, including sharing, Q and A, and walking meditation; drop-ins welcome and donation based.

Guided silent and continuous mantra meditation led by a teacher with over 50 years' practice, including sharing, Q and A, and walking meditation; drop-ins welcome and donation based.
Guided silent and continuous mantra meditation led by a teacher with over 50 years' practice, including sharing, Q and A, and walking meditation; drop-ins welcome and donation based.

Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.

Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.
Sink into native plant surroundings for a restorative sound bath where resonant tones and gentle guided cues ease the nervous system, blending ambient nature sounds with meditative pacing for deep relaxation.

Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.

Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.
Guided intuitive development practices and energy sensing exercises in a small group circle for beginners and experienced practitioners, focusing on psychic skills, meditation, and embodied awareness with breathwork.

Guided meditation session teaching Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj's simple technique for cultivating calm, focus, and compassionate presence; free, beginner friendly group practice aimed at inner transformation and community uplift.

Guided meditation session teaching Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj's simple technique for cultivating calm, focus, and compassionate presence; free, beginner friendly group practice aimed at inner transformation and community uplift.
Guided meditation session teaching Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj's simple technique for cultivating calm, focus, and compassionate presence; free, beginner friendly group practice aimed at inner transformation and community uplift.

Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.

Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.
Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.