We spend a lot of time developing our physical core strength, which is so important for improving posture, protecting our back, and maintaining balance. But what about the health and balance of our spirit? Just like we have physical core muscles that protect our back, we each have 8 innate spiritual powers that will help us protect and strengthen our inner core of peace, happiness and love. Just like muscles must be exercised to become strong and stay fit, our 8 spiritual powers must be used consciously and regularly to build and maintain spiritual fitness. What are the benefits of spiritual fitness? Improved peace of mind, improved concentration, incredible resilience in life, better relationships, and more stability and inner strength than you may ever have thought possible. Join us for this unique weekend retreat and explore your own 8 inner powers and how to use them to strengthen and protect your inner core. Facilitators Merrillyn Hener, MSPT, IMT,C. Merrillyn has been a student and teacher of Raja Yoga meditation since 2007. Professionally, she earned her master's degree in physical therapy from Boston University in 1996 and an additional certification in Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT) a few years later. She now works in Cambridge, Massachusetts, as a physical therapist specializing in IMT. Merrillyn founded the Rehabilitation for All Foundation, which brought physical rehabilitation to Ethiopia, discovering Raja Yoga meditation while living and working there. She is a long-time resident of the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center in Boston, and conducts a variety of classes, workshops, and retreats both in Boston and at the Peace Village Learning and Retreat Center in New York. Soni Sayana Registration: Registration will open 2 to 3 months before the retreat start date.