Linda Christie established her Retreat Centre near Inverness in 1982. Twenty-six years later it is still successful and comes highly commended by the Good Retreat Guide. Today Linda continues to help people develop an understanding of themselves, heal past wounds and achieve their full potential. If you have explored meditation or therapy but still feel there is more to understand then this is a great place to gain insight and reach deeper levels of understanding.

Equally the The House On The Hill caters for complete beginners that may never have contemplated therapy or retreats but find that an event in life has prompted an interest or need. All retreats are personally tailored to suit the individual so whatever your circumstances you will find something to suit you.

GUIDED RETREAT

There are many ways to understand yourself but it helps to find someone who can direct your search and show you where to look. The symptoms of a problem can be physical or may seem to come from the stress of work, a partner or family relationships. Often past experiences lay hidden and colour our present life in a negative way making us unable to respond appropriately. Releasing ourselves from these old patterns makes us feel lighter, freer and more in control of the events in 21st Century life that can otherwise feel overwhelming and stressful.

Resonance Kinesiology is a new way of looking at yourself, your needs and wants and how they all fit together. It looks deeper than your mind to help you unravel problems and areas of your life where you are unsure of the best way forward for you.

There are many different methods that Linda uses: breath and colour work, visualisation, energy healing and the traditional methods of kinesiology that help ascertain the body's needs: allergy testing and balancing stress are two of the most popular and familiar. Linda has developed her own methods that look a the root cause of a problem giving insight into the many different levels of our inner and outer reality. Spiritual growth and awareness of ones own potential and talents are all positive outcomes from Linda's work.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT GUIDED RETREATS

Q. Where will I stay on Retreat?

You will have a cottage of your own to stay in during your retreat. Fuaran is light and spacious, the perfect place to relax, write, meditate and explore the highland countryside. The cottage has a large double room, a living area and a shower room. There is a small kitchen area for drinks and snacks while the main kitchen is housed across the garden where you can cook and watch TV should you feel the need to keep in touch with the world.

Q What will happen each day?

The retreat is meant to be enjoyable so there are no rude awakenings at 6am. You have the mornings to yourself to do whatever you wish. Linda starts working with you at midday, stopping for lunch and cups of tea whenever you want. You work together for four hours each day (unless you have arranged a package with less session time) In the evening you may spend your time in whatever way suits you best.

Q. Will there be lots of people there?

No, the retreat will be yours alone. Most people find this more conducive to their understanding process so you can concentrate solely on yourself without any external interruptions.

Q. I would like to work with Linda but I live locally and don't want to stay for a whole week, could I come just for sessions?

Yes, you can book individual sessions. Bookings are best made by phone and sessions are charged at £45.00 per hour.

Q. Do I have to bring food with me?

No, all food will be provided for you on a self-catering basis. Please notify Linda of your likes and dislikes or any special requirements so that she can cater for them.

Q. How do I get there and can I come for just a couple of days?

Flights to Inverness are fairly cheap and you can be collected from the airport or train station for £40.00 return, and yes you can create any retreat package you wish.

Q. I am a practical person who wants real answers to my problems, is this going to be an airy-fairy thing that leaves me no clearer when I leave than when I arrived?

No, Linda's work, although deep is designed to be used in practical ways. She finds specific events and times in your life then you work together to uncovering deeper levels of understanding so that you can see clearly what is hidden from the conscious mind. Then solutions are found that help you to move on, giving you a tool for real change. In other words it is no good telling someone that there is an ocean between them and where they need to go unless you can supply them with a means to cross that ocean.

Q. Will I have a phone in the cottage and how much does it cost.

No, but there is mobile reception across all networks and there is access to a phone line if necessary. The cost per day is £220 and includes four hours of one-to-one guidance with Linda, your accommodation in Fuaran, and all meals.

MEDITATION RETREAT

A meditation retreat is an opportunity to explore within, and become more aware of your true self. Beginners and more experienced meditators are welcome. With Linda's guidance several different meditations can be experienced to find a method that works well. Traditional techniques using breath and sound are taught, alongside visualisation and more active meditations. Care is taken that the appropriate meditation is found for each person. More experienced meditators can find new methods to enhance their main practice. All can benefit from a place where the strength of the natural world supports your inner work.

CHARGES

Guided Retreats cost £220.00 per day. This fee includes four hours of one-to-one sessions with Linda, accommodation in Fuaran and all your meals. There is flexibility in planning your retreat so if you have a specific budget a unique package that suits your needs can be arranged.

To book a retreat please e-mail Linda for availability at lindachristie@ecosse.net or phone 01463761254

Sessions at Tighnabruaich cost £45.00 per hour. Bookings are best made by phone

Travel to Inverness is now easy and cheap, especially from the South East by air. From Inverness airport or train station you can be picked up for £40.00 return.