By Tanya Diesel – 19.05.16
A ‘Men’s Integral Weekend Retreat’, a unique and powerful way to bring 18 senior executives together to connect authentically and learn from other like-minded men; having thoughtful conversations about their purpose, where and how to make an even more profound difference and how to bring a holistic and sustainable rhythm to their lives.
Aspirall, along with 3 key leaders hosted the event in May 2016. It is not often we get to stop and reflect and share with others our deep raison d’être. Eighteen personally invited men from diverse industries and very different executive backgrounds made the decision to get together and experiment with new ways of thinking, raising to Integral. The setting was in a tranquil garden space with water, flowers and bird life all around to inspire expansion, contemplation and thoughtful spark!
Each day presented the opportunity to work on significant aspects to build and deepen one’s integral leadership and being in all areas of one’s life. The evenings were filled with delicious food, warm chatter and profound conversation about people’s passions and what they each most care and are concerned about. Relationships were formed, ideas and thinking were challenged and shared, and new ways of doing and leading came forward. It was a precious time for each man, spending time rejuvenating and expanding themselves.
In the words of two of the men: “The opportunity to reflect… What am I passionate about? What do I care deeply about? What is my purpose in life? Is the way I’m living life aligned with those concepts? I find it really easy to get ‘busy’ and not spend time checking in on these things. Working through various exercises provided me with clarity and a path toward a more purpose driven life. I was really encouraged by the other men in the group. Their stories. Their willingness to wrestle with deep topics. And their desire to make a difference in the world. I felt genuinely supported and encouraged.”
“I am grateful for the opportunity to immerse myself with other men in a safe environment to reflect on and discuss who and how I want to be – in myself, my relationships my community and my world. The depth of awareness generated by authentic, open and heartfelt conversation from a diverse group, willing to step out of our comfort zone and challenge ourselves and each other in a search for personal purpose and making a difference in the world is inspiring me to follow my path with renewed enthusiasm”.