BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Soraya Saraswati - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Soraya Saraswati X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sorayasaraswati.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Soraya Saraswati REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260920T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260708T064622Z CREATED:20260607T043223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T064622Z UID:10000343-1789896600-1789920000@sorayasaraswati.com SUMMARY:Silent Meditation Retreat Day DESCRIPTION:Silent Meditation Day Retreat \nRest. Reset. Reconnect. \n@ Mangalam Meditation Retreat Palmwoods Sunshine Coast Hinterland\nStep out of time and into stillness. A day of silence with the sounds of nature.. \nThis monthly day retreat is an invitation to deeply nurture yourself through sacred silence\, gentle self-inquiry and restorative sound. Designed as a true day of renewal\, nothing is expected of you. There is nowhere to be and nothing to achieve. \nThrough guided silent and self-inquiry meditations\, live flute with Terry Oldfield\, gentle yoga and pranayama\, and time immersed in nature\, your nervous system is given space to relax\, rebalance and restore. \nThis is your time. A day to soften. A day to rest in the Self. \nThis day of Silence includes\n• Guided Silent Self-Inquiry Meditations \n• Gentle Yoga\, Mudra & Pranayama moving into stillness \n• Zen Walking & Time to sit in and listen to nature \n• Organic Vegetarian Lunch \n• Yoga Nidra \nAbout Mangalam Meditation Retreat\nNestled between Palmwoods and Montville in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland\, Mangalam is a peaceful rural sanctuary surrounded by subtropical gardens and abundant birdlife. For over a decade\, the land has been lovingly restored to create a thriving wildlife corridor. \nFor those wishing to extend the experience\, private cottage accommodation is available onsite (Mandala Cottage and Kailash Studio) — perfect for a quiet weekend retreat. \n\nRESERVE YOUR PLACE NOW – NUMBERS LIMITED URL:https://sorayasaraswati.com/event/sounds-silence-meditation-retreat-day-2-3-3-2/ LOCATION:Mangalam\, 32 Country Road\, Palmwoods\, QLD\, 4555\, Australia CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Silent Meditation Retreat,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sorayasaraswati.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/meditation-day-retreat.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Saraswati & Terry Oldfield":MAILTO:thehealingmirror@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260927T150000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260927T170000 DTSTAMP:20260805T053054Z CREATED:20260708T063020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T053054Z UID:10000563-1790521200-1790528400@sorayasaraswati.com SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Kirtan DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Coast Kirtan – Sacred Songs\, Mantra and Meditation\nSunday Kirtan afternoon Gatherings at Mangalam Retreat near Palmwoods Sunshine Coast\n2.30pm -4.30pm\nTerry Oldfield and Soraya Sunshine Coast Sunday music meditation and mantra gatherings combine the group singing of sacred songs and mantras or Kirtan together with Terry’s flute magic. The afternoon begins with chai on the deck as a way of connecting with like-hearted souls. \nTerry Oldfield and Soraya’s (generally around full moons) Sunday gatherings combine the group singing of ancient mantra together with original sacred songs pointing toward living consciously. Our music is world music with Sanskrit\, Celtic and original songs punctuated by Terry’s heart stirring flute magic. \nTerry’s flute and musical genius together with Soraya’s sweet voice and the ambience of Mangalam Retreat will lead you on a journey into deep joyful inner silence. \nTerry and Soraya hold their events at Mangalam Music & Meditation Retreat outside Palmwoods on the edge of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. It follows permaculture and organic gardening principles. \nThe afternoon includes:\n\nAfternoon Chai & GF cakes\nConnection with Sangha (like minded new friends)\nGroup Mantra Singing + Spiritual Songs – Kirtan\nGuided Self-Inquiry Meditation featuring Terry Oldfield’s heart touching flute magic\n\n$25 single or $40 Couples URL:https://sorayasaraswati.com/event/sunshine-coast-kirtan-6-2/ LOCATION:Mangalam\, 32 Country Road\, Palmwoods\, QLD\, 4555\, Australia CATEGORIES:Kirtan Mantra Singing,Meditation,Yoga-Music Sangha (community) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sorayasaraswati.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sunshine-Coast-Kirtan-Mantra-Music.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Saraswati":MAILTO:info@sorayasaraswati.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261018T150000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20261018T170000 DTSTAMP:20260806T040650Z CREATED:20260806T040650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T040650Z UID:10000631-1792335600-1792342800@sorayasaraswati.com SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Kirtan DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Coast Kirtan – Sacred Songs\, Mantra and Meditation\nSunday Kirtan afternoon Gatherings at Mangalam Retreat near Palmwoods Sunshine Coast\n2.30pm -4.30pm\nTerry Oldfield and Soraya Sunshine Coast Sunday music meditation and mantra gatherings combine the group singing of sacred songs and mantras or Kirtan together with Terry’s flute magic. The afternoon begins with chai on the deck as a way of connecting with like-hearted souls. \nTerry Oldfield and Soraya’s (generally around full moons) Sunday gatherings combine the group singing of ancient mantra together with original sacred songs pointing toward living consciously. Our music is world music with Sanskrit\, Celtic and original songs punctuated by Terry’s heart stirring flute magic. \nTerry’s flute and musical genius together with Soraya’s sweet voice and the ambience of Mangalam Retreat will lead you on a journey into deep joyful inner silence. \nTerry and Soraya hold their events at Mangalam Music & Meditation Retreat outside Palmwoods on the edge of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. It follows permaculture and organic gardening principles. \nThe afternoon includes:\n\nAfternoon Chai & GF cakes\nConnection with Sangha (like minded new friends)\nGroup Mantra Singing + Spiritual Songs – Kirtan\nGuided Self-Inquiry Meditation featuring Terry Oldfield’s heart touching flute magic\n\n$25 single or $40 Couples URL:https://sorayasaraswati.com/event/sunshine-coast-kirtan-6-2-2/ LOCATION:Mangalam\, 32 Country Road\, Palmwoods\, QLD\, 4555\, Australia CATEGORIES:Kirtan Mantra Singing,Meditation,Yoga-Music Sangha (community) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sorayasaraswati.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sunshine-Coast-Kirtan-Mantra-Music.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Saraswati":MAILTO:info@sorayasaraswati.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026 DTSTAMP:20260810T035045Z CREATED:20250327T005332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T035045Z UID:10000045-1792800000-1792972799@sorayasaraswati.com SUMMARY:Awakening Hearts Retreat Sunshine Coast DESCRIPTION:AWAKENING HEARTS RETREAT\nMeditation • Self-Inquiry • Gentle Yoga • Deep Rest • Live Music\nSaturday Oct 24th 9.15am – Sunday 25th 4pm\nJoin Soraya Saraswati and Terry Oldfield in a deep dive into heart-based living nourishing body\, mind and spirit. This Sunshine Coast Retreat is set in the beautiful forested Hinterland.  \nSoraya is a trauma-informed yoga therapist\, meditation teacher and somatic therapist with many years of experience guiding people towards greater peace\, resilience and self-discovery. Her approach gently integrates meditation\, yoga therapy\, TRE®\, Havening® and non-dual wisdom to support a return to your true nature. \nThroughout the retreat\, Soraya’s voice and Terry’s beautiful flute\, guitar and original compositions create a contemplative atmosphere that gently supports meditation and stillness. Their music is woven throughout the retreat as another doorway into presence. \nTerry Oldfield is an internationally respected composer and musician whose meditative music has inspired people around the world. Together\, Soraya and Terry offer an experience where silence and music naturally complement one another\, creating a retreat that nourishes both heart and mind. \nA Journey Home to Your True Nature\n \nThe 2 days 1 nights  Sunshine Coast Retreat includes:\n\nGuided Meditation & Self-Inquiry\nGentle Mindful Yoga\nTRE®\nHavening®\nYoga Nidra\nTime in Nature\nLive Music\nFire Ceremony\nNourishing Organic Meals\nNon-Dual Wisdom\n\nExtra night accommodation available if needed\n \nThe fully catered boutique retreat with delicious organic vegetarian meals @ Mangalam – surrounded by nature.  \nCost $550.00  included 1 overnight stay share lovely cottage accommodation\, linen\, meals\, note book and classes. \nNote: Saturday night is included accommodation. If Arriving Friday night (extra $100) to settle in\, includes tea\, coffee and simple breakfast.  No meals are provided Friday. The Retreat begins Saturday  morning. \nEarlybird if staying offsite is $450 \nDriving from afar: You may wish to add extra nights to stay at Mangalam for $100/night. \nTeaching: Soraya SaraswatiMusic: Terry Oldfield and SorayaNumbers Limited to 8 per retreat  URL:https://sorayasaraswati.com/event/awakening-hearts-retreat-october/ LOCATION:Mangalam\, 32 Country Road\, Palmwoods\, QLD\, 4555\, Australia CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sorayasaraswati.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Awakening-Hearts-Retreat-Mangalam-Sunshine-Coast.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Saraswati & Terry Oldfield":MAILTO:thehealingmirror@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR