Bali Institute for Global Renewal http://baliinstitute.org Fri, 10 Feb 2012 23:53:47 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 A Bali Institute Experience http://baliinstitute.org/2012/02/a-bali-institute-experience/ http://baliinstitute.org/2012/02/a-bali-institute-experience/#comments Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:54:03 +0000 admin http://baliinstitute.org/?p=1456 See how 30 global visionaries collaborate on Bali Institute’s mission and its relationship to indigenous wisdom of the Balinese people and its culture.

]]> http://baliinstitute.org/2012/02/a-bali-institute-experience/feed/ 0 Mysteries of the Instinctive http://baliinstitute.org/2012/01/mysteries-of-the-instinctive/ http://baliinstitute.org/2012/01/mysteries-of-the-instinctive/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:53 +0000 admin http://baliinstitute.org/?p=802 Learn more...]]> • April 30 – May 10, 2012 • Bali, Indonesia •
Join us for an cultural immersion into the Balinese culture designed to deepen the experience of your own soul wisdom.viagra This unique program is a transformative initiation into presence, and into what “calls you. 

Mysteries of the Instinctive:
Mentoring Our Lives, Initiating Our Soul
April 30 – May 10, 2012
Bali, Indonesia


There is no other place on Earth that allows one to instinctively enter into initiation like Bali. We will take full advantage of the power and potency of this sacred island for the next steps emerging on your soul’s journey. You will experience Bali in ways no tourist would ever have the opportunity for.

This spiritual pilgrimage includes temple visits, ceremonial journeys, sessions with indigenous wisdom-keepers and ancient healers, and special meetings with remarkable cultural leaders.
“Mysteries of the Instinctive” is an immersion experience into the Balinese culture designed to deepen your experience of your own soul wisdom. This program is a unique kind of transformative initiation into your own presence, and into what “calls you.” We will be offering participants an opportunity to experience this fascinating culture up close and personal –and we know from our experiences, that there is a deep connection between what you witness in Bali, and the deep reflections and new ideas born by being part of such an engaged journey.

The cost for this 10-day pilgrimage is $2300 plus air.

Group Leaders:
Marcia Jaffe, President of Bali Institute
Dr. Illana Berger, President of Living the Sacred

Space is limited so reserve today!
Call or email for more information at 510-759-8758 or 415-302-5905
Email: Illana Berger at sistertree@livingthesacred.com

April 29   ~   Leave San FranciscoApril 30   ~   Arrive in Bali

Upon arrival, we head directly to Ubud, considered the cultural and arts capital and the preeminent center for fine arts, dance and music. Since the early 1960s, all surrounding areas began to be the hub for wood carving, silvermaking, painting, dance and puppet performances. In the last dozen years, it has also become the center for yoga, meditation, spas, villas, green issues, organic cafes and other east-meet-west activities. Dinner and overnight at local gorgeous hotel in Ubud.

May 1-4   ~   Ubud cultural immersion

  • Early morning visit to traditional market and then on to remote ancient temple for meditation and breakfast with the gods.
  • Meeting with world-renown healer Prince Cokorda Rai, and optional private session at his compound.
  • Sunset/sunrise exclusive experience with cultural icon Pak Agung Rai, owner of the extraordinary Balinese cultural museum and resort—ARMA—and known throughout the island as the keeper of the history of Bali. Private visit to his compound and village.
  • Dinner at Laka Leke restaurant, in the middle of rice fields and just outside the famous monkey forest. Evening dance performance if available
  • Meeting with local Balinese dignitaries including Dr. Ketut Suryani, considered the mother of Bali, a Balinese healer and western trained psychiatrist. TV personality on women’s issues, historian, and advocate for health and psychological issues
  • Private meeting and discussion with young entrepreneurial prince of Peliatan, and special tour of this historic palace.
  • Spa treatment at one of top indigenous spa facilities
  • Visits to old temples, family compounds, Elephant Cave, and more.
  • Time for shopping, wandering, speaking with local Balinese, learning about the culture, immersion experiences and visits to local NGOs.

May 5-6   ~   One day/night in Sudaji

  • Leave Ubud and head north to small villages and long gorgeous beaches
  • Time with Zanzan, one of Bali Institutes favorite spiritual guides on the island. We will stay at his newly-built bamboo “omunity” designed to offer deep cultural immersion where the spirits live side by side with this authentic remote mountain village. Hiking to 7-tier waterfall, authentic Balinese food, private prayer ceremony in local temple, and possibly witness trance performances if ceremonies are scheduled. Sleep in Balinese homestays and delve more deeply into culture, consciousness and awakening.

May 6-9   ~   Three nights in Pemuteran

  • Pemuteran is considered by many to be the spiritual capital of Bali.
  • Drive across the island observing gorgeous sites of ocean, temples, villages
  • Visit Ulun Danu Temple, one of the icons of Balinese must-see locations…an ancient Hindu temple located right next to Beratan Lake, the second most important temple complex in Bali, dedicated to Dewi Batari Ulun Danu, goddess of lakes and rivers.
  • Stop at Bendugul traditional market, always a highlight for Bali Institute guests.
  • Dinners at the ocean, with magnificent sunsets exactly where the sun rises the next day.
  • Private visit to Temple of Prosperity
  • If possible, one dinner with local Balinese at their home compound
  • Optional snokel/scuba diving on Menjangan Island, one of the best locations on the planet
  • Stay at gorgeous hotel right on the beach.
  • If available, ceremonies/dance rituals

May 9-10   ~   One last night in Mengwi

  • Head to final day/night in another remote village – Mengwi – the oldest kingdom of Bali, and stay in traditional Balinese compounded owned by a member of the royal family of Mengwi.
  • Private session with healer
  • Tour with local Mengwi family to 17th centure Taman Atyn Temple, a legacy of the kingdom era.
  • Special farewell dinner, and final surprise closure – unique memorable and not to be missed!

May 10   ~  Depart Bali (or extended stay)

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]]> http://baliinstitute.org/2011/12/home-content-slider-slide-1/feed/ 0 Living Leadership: Lessons from the Balinese http://baliinstitute.org/2011/12/living-leadership-lessons-from-the-balinese/ http://baliinstitute.org/2011/12/living-leadership-lessons-from-the-balinese/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 01:56:38 +0000 BIGR http://baliinstitute.org/?p=852 Learn more...]]> Late last year I had the privilege of spending five days in Bali, Indonesia, in conversation with a group of people planning the future of The Bali Institute for Global Renewal.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Etiam condimentum, risus vehicula scelerisque semper, sapien tortor mollis diam, id fermentum mauris enim ut turpis. Ut imperdiet mi sit amet odio euismod in pulvinar neque malesuada. Mauris sit amet lacus vel ligula ultricies sollicitudin. Aliquam erat volutpat. Integer sagittis ornare aliquet. Aliquam vitae elit neque. Pellentesque gravida dignissim nisl, eget consectetur justo congue ac. Suspendisse potenti. Vivamus a pretium nisl. Mauris nec hendrerit nisl. Vivamus nec nulla consectetur enim cursus malesuada eu vitae orci. Aliquam vitae blandit magna. Sed ac ante diam, sit amet sagittis lacus.

]]> http://baliinstitute.org/2011/12/living-leadership-lessons-from-the-balinese/feed/ 0 Bali Sure Knows How To Throw a Parade http://baliinstitute.org/2011/12/bali-sure-knows-how-to-throw-a-parade/ http://baliinstitute.org/2011/12/bali-sure-knows-how-to-throw-a-parade/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 01:55:26 +0000 BIGR http://baliinstitute.org/?p=850 Learn more...]]> Late last year I had the privilege of spending five days in Bali, Indonesia, in conversation with a group of people planning the future of The Bali Institute for Global Renewal.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Etiam condimentum, risus vehicula scelerisque semper, sapien tortor mollis diam, id fermentum mauris enim ut turpis. Ut imperdiet mi sit amet odio euismod in pulvinar neque malesuada. Mauris sit amet lacus vel ligula ultricies sollicitudin. Aliquam erat volutpat. Integer sagittis ornare aliquet. Aliquam vitae elit neque. Pellentesque gravida dignissim nisl, eget consectetur justo congue ac. Suspendisse potenti. Vivamus a pretium nisl. Mauris nec hendrerit nisl. Vivamus nec nulla consectetur enim cursus malesuada eu vitae orci. Aliquam vitae blandit magna. Sed ac ante diam, sit amet sagittis lacus.

]]> http://baliinstitute.org/2011/12/bali-sure-knows-how-to-throw-a-parade/feed/ 0 Global Leadership Adventures (GLA) http://baliinstitute.org/2011/11/global-leadership-adventures-gla/ http://baliinstitute.org/2011/11/global-leadership-adventures-gla/#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2011 18:54:57 +0000 BIGR http://baliinstitute.org/?p=728 Learn more...]]> • Summer • Bali, Indonesia • For High Schoolers •
Journey to the magical Indonesian island of Bali this summer for an unforgettable teen volunteer abroad program. Engage with inspirational community organizations, explore off-the-beaten path places and enjoy the rich and vibrant local culture.

Global Leadership Adventures and Bali Institute Offer High School Summer Service-Learning Experiences

Bali Institute and Global Leadership Adventures provides an exciting and unique cultural immersion program in Bali offering international leadership training, service learning and meaningful volunteer experiences. These 3- week (or two week) trips combine exploration, service with inspirational local Balinese organizations, and cultural immersion through meeting local villagers and personal experiences into this rich culture.

Your days in Bali will be filled with cross-cultural opportunities that include working with local organizations on issues affecting Bali, leadership training to integrate your learning, and cultural activities to get to know the local traditions, practices and people. On the weekends, you’ll embark on such adventures as white-water rafting, snorkeling in the most beautiful waters in the world, visiting sacred temples, bicycling through small villages and much more! Volunteer projects include teaching English and computer skills to Balinese youth, helping in a health clinic, assisting in cultural activities and more.

You will be staying in Ubud, the cultural arts capital of Bali. This fascinating village has all the comforts of home, but has a distinct essence that draws people from all over the world to witness its serenity, beauty and culture. We will all be staying together in a local village compound near rice paddies and village activities — close to the palace, temples and artist facilities.

For more information and to sign up click here.

Check out last summer’s programs here — coming soon.

]]> http://baliinstitute.org/2011/11/global-leadership-adventures-gla/feed/ 0 AWAKENING GLOBAL ACTION: Leadership, Indigenous Wisdom and Dialogue for a Transforming World http://baliinstitute.org/2011/10/awakening-global-action-leadership-indigenous-wisdom-and-dialogue-for-a-transforming-world/ http://baliinstitute.org/2011/10/awakening-global-action-leadership-indigenous-wisdom-and-dialogue-for-a-transforming-world/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:46:09 +0000 BIGR http://baliinstitute.org/?p=154 Learn more...]]> In August 2007, Bali Institute hosted its third gathering in Ubud, Bali with more than 300 global participants engaged in cutting-edge leadership training, deep listening, shared experiences and collaborative cross-cultural learning designed to help generate more committed global citizens around activism. Participants ranged from students in universities to retired executives, local Balinese groups, grantees from the Global Fund for Women and other organizational  initiatives, poetry-slam winners, authors, African leaders and tribal dignitaries, Balinese royalty and political leaders, healers, and a variety of professionals, entrepreneurs, other concerned citizens. All had two things in common: a desire to play a more prominent role in social change; and a calling that Bali could be part of their transformative experience towards a new form of activism. About one third of the delegates were under the age of 35, and countries represented included Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, India, Japan, China, Australia, New Zealand, Cambodia, Thailand, Colombia, Peru, USA, Canada, South Africa, Swaziland, Argentina, Zimbabwe, Morocco. More than 40 facilitators from numerous countries helped guide a true cross-cultural learning experience that impacted every  participant attending.

]]> http://baliinstitute.org/2011/10/awakening-global-action-leadership-indigenous-wisdom-and-dialogue-for-a-transforming-world/feed/ 0 Quest for Global Healing II http://baliinstitute.org/2011/10/quest-for-global-healing-ii/ http://baliinstitute.org/2011/10/quest-for-global-healing-ii/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:45:07 +0000 BIGR http://baliinstitute.org/?p=162 Learn more...]]> More than 600 people from around the world attended the QUEST FOR GLOBAL HEALING II: Inspiring Actions for World Renewal conference in Ubud, Bali on May 3-8, 2006. Presenters and facilitators included three Nobel Peace Prize Laureates including Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Betty Williams and Jody Williams; Former Indonesian President Abdurrahman Wahid; Bhutan’s Minister of Home Affairs; Afghanistan Red Crescent Society President Fatima Gailani; and numerous other global leaders, authors, and facilitators. More than 25 workshops covered a spectrum of topics focused on guiding delegates from vision to action around social change possibilities. Bali and its tremendous cultural offerings were made available with special dinners with local villagers and leaders, art and performances unseen by most tourists, evening dialogues and reflection time in small gatherings around Ubud, poetry slams and other live readings in cafes, and more. The Ubud Royal Family provided a private reception, and an extensive art exhibition was created especially for this conference.
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]]> http://baliinstitute.org/2011/10/quest-for-global-healing-ii/feed/ 0 Global Youth in Action: Next Gen Leadership for a Better World http://baliinstitute.org/2011/10/global-youth-in-action-next-gen-leadership-for-a-better-world/ http://baliinstitute.org/2011/10/global-youth-in-action-next-gen-leadership-for-a-better-world/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:05:37 +0000 BIGR http://baliinstitute.org/?p=149 Learn more...]]> • Summer • Bali, Indonesia •
This summer, plan to attend our GYIA experience – a 2-week journey filled with volunteerism, leadership development, deep dialogue, cultural arts, collaborative action-planning and experiential learning.
This summer, plan to attend our Global Youth in Action (GYIA) experience – a 2-week journey filled with volunteerism, leadership development, deep dialogue, cultural arts, collaborative action-planning and experiential learning.

Dates, details and registration to be posted by January 2012

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