The Wisdom of Living Well

Program Details

The complexity of current personal, vocational and cultural interactions presents a perfect storm for chronic disintegration, disconnection and dis-ease at all levels. Join us at the intersection of challenging life events, divinely designed fullness of life, and wise lifestyle choices as we unpack evidence-based conversations and practical exercises supporting whole-person wellbeing. Co-facilitated by a medical physician and a spiritual director, this 8-week interdisciplinary series explores how wise lifestyle choices empower our human capacity to shift from basic survival toward divinely inspired flourishing. We will give attention to the relationship between life in fullness and wise lifestyle choices, the five key human capacities known to impact well-being, and basic practices and resources that inspire sustainable lifestyle changes toward our personal and collective well-being.

Tuition: $300
Registration Deadline: February 7, 2023

There will be a free optional "Practice Retreat" held on April 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (eastern) to review practices introduced in the sessions. Please make sure to answer "yes" on the registration form if you are interested.

About the Leaders

John Kiemele

John Kiemele, PhD, is a wellbeing educator and spiritual director who companions individuals, teaches seminars and classes on spirituality, lifestyle change and deep listening/spiritual direction, leads contemplative retreats, and serves as director of The Listening Collective at Rolling Ridge. John walks alongside individuals and groups assisting them with life-giving connections, wellbeing practices, and contemplative soul care. He is Director Emeritus of a dispersed community of contemplative companions in the greater Seattle area called Selah Center, former Executive Director of SoulStream Initiatives in western Canada, and is an ordained clergy having served congregations across the US and Canada. John received his PhD in education/spirituality with post-doctoral emphases in Spiritual Direction, Mindful Self-Compassion, the Enneagram Spectrum, and Wellness Coaching.