Join Tom Compton and friends in Abercorn, Quebec!
We will gather for guided meditation, contemplative walks, inquiry, group & partner work, poetry, music and stretch breaks. We will nourish ourselves with healthy and delicious vegetarian food prepared onsite and enjoy the mid-day and evening breaks to rest or explore the acres of fields and forest.
This retreat is designed for you to drop into the heart of The Work of Byron Katie, to experience it as a deep meditation; meeting any parts of ourselves that have been previously un-welcomed. This is a space to come and be as you are, an ideal retreat for both beginners & advanced practitioners of The Work.
Lodging is on your own.
We will gather for guided meditation, contemplative walks, inquiry, group & partner work, poetry, music and stretch breaks. We will nourish ourselves with healthy and delicious vegetarian food prepared onsite and enjoy the mid-day and evening breaks to rest or explore the acres of fields and forest.
This retreat is designed for you to drop into the heart of The Work of Byron Katie, to experience it as a deep meditation; meeting any parts of ourselves that have been previously un-welcomed. This is a space to come and be as you are, an ideal retreat for both beginners & advanced practitioners of The Work.
Lodging is on your own.
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“In my experience The Work doesn’t leave anything out. Since applying The Work on a daily basis how I relate with every aspect of my life, every person in my life has radically changed. All of my relationships, interactions, thoughts, feelings, events, anything my attention goes to, with The Work becomes a gift, a kiss, a kindness, a receiving that leaves me grateful and open to Life.”
Tom Compton |
“A beautiful coming together of people who are willing to be vulnerable and honest and to allow others to do the same. I saw clearly how my thinking about a circumstance, rather than the circumstance itself, has been the source of suffering. The Work is liberating and I wish that for everyone.”
Laura Kate
Laura Kate
August 2-9, 2025
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Schedule
Starts: Saturday 7-9pm Ends: Saturday at 12pm Typical daily Schedule: 9am morning walk meditation 9:30/10-12:30 morning session* 12:30-2:30 lunch 2:30-5:30 afternoon session* dinner *including both group work and pairing, meditation, question and answers, poetry, music, stretch/dance breaks and more Cost 8-day tuition: $1850 USD Meals included (Sun. breakfast – Sat. lunch) Food There will be an abundance of nourishing vegetarian food which will be local and organic where possible. Fruit, nuts, tea & coffee available at all times. |
Arrival
The two closest airports (both approx. an hour and 15 mins away): 1) Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau 2) Burlington Vermont Lodging In addition to local BnB's in Sutton, Quebec, there is some onsite camping and accommodation available, please get in touch with Sarah-Maya for details at: [email protected] Questions Contact Sarah-Maya: [email protected] (514) 996-0765 |
“I always appreciate and love Tom's ability to hold space in The Work to allow me to travel to the furthest recesses of my inner life. Tom has an amazing gift in traveling with others into their deepest parts. I gladly go into the worst of it with him because I know he’s right there with me and not only supports me in my process, but completely understands it. Tom is a wonderful, wonderful being.”
G.M
G.M
Sessions and meals included
(accommodation on your own)
(accommodation on your own)
8-day Retreat • $1850 USD
*Canadians can pay in CAD with an e-transfer to Sarah-Maya. Please email for details.
*Canadians can pay in CAD with an e-transfer to Sarah-Maya. Please email for details.
You will receive a welcome letter within 24hours of payment - we look forward to this journey with you!
Cancellation Policy for This Event
Refunds will be offered before August 1st, less a $100 processing fee per attendee. No refunds after unless we are able to fill your spot in which case your tuition will be refunded, less a $100 processing fee. If you do not send advance notice of your cancellation, if you do not attend, or if you leave the workshop early, your payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Refunds will be offered before August 1st, less a $100 processing fee per attendee. No refunds after unless we are able to fill your spot in which case your tuition will be refunded, less a $100 processing fee. If you do not send advance notice of your cancellation, if you do not attend, or if you leave the workshop early, your payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Love is the Power 2023
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Tom has been applying The Work to every aspect of his life on a daily basis since 1999. Through The Work he has discovered an unshakable peace that just is. Tom currently brings The Work to individuals, groups and organizations in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America.
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“Even though we touched upon very deep and heavy topics, I appreciated Tom's levity, lightness, non-judgment and humor.”
Rebecca
“Well-paced and organized. I appreciated the mix of group-sharing and diad work. Tom’s presence is truly wonderful - a gentle soul with tremendous range of expression. I love the personal approach as it’s offered in a private home.”
“I experienced Tom as present and ever-generous. His energy creates a safe environment for participants to go deep - to look into the scary parts of ourselves. And holding our hands he helps us see that there is nothing scary at all. There’s only love. Witnessing the vulnerability of everyone in the group is not only heartwarming and heart-opening, it’s inspirational. I’ve learned so much about me through everyone’s sharing. Group work is powerful. Tom is one of my absolute favourite facilitators. If he’s in my area, I come running. He taught me how to love myself and to begin my journey of trusting life.”
Debbie
“Loved just observing, listening, opening my heart and mind. Tom provided a great space for that.”
“I enjoyed the energy of the participants. I found Tom engaging, wise and sensitive. I loved the familiarity of the group coupled with respect for each person."
"It was a wonderful environment to learn about myself.”
Lesley
“I was able to face my fears and shame with compassion...I found it impossible to be loving with myself and others without this kind of self inquiry.”
"I find ‘The Work’ freedom and a highway to my heaven. I find Tom himself gifted, authentic, loving and personable. I find the community supportive, open and generous.”
Lana
“I find The Work a great way to become clear about reality.”
“I felt I went through another level of transformation. I released comparison and judgment in many of the exercises.
I realized that] my beliefs are not my own - that everyone has judgments of themselves. Sharing with others frees me to be more loving - to see that we are not separate. Tom is so skilled AND loving in guiding us to the truth about ourselves.”
Sharon
“This retreat was an open, safe place to explore my most intimate thoughts and beliefs. I love the exploration of right and wrong.”
“I benefitted from everyone’s work. I loved the silent parts, the music, the poetry. I felt stuck in my life….and now after, I feel relaxed and confident with the future. I feel better equipped in understanding my longstanding need for appreciation. [The Work is] a great tool to address the roots of our suffering. Tom has such a gentle and kind manner to help others see a way through and past the suffering.”
Betty
“Relaxing, comfortable, challenging, expanding."
“It was healing sharing and witnessing this group collectively hold space, with no judgment, for my healing...I feel better able to connect with the authentic self I was searching for.”
Alicia
“The Work in this format carries benefits in that one person isn’t doing all the 'heavy lifting'. I processed my own wounds/stories through hearing others.”
Rebecca
“Well-paced and organized. I appreciated the mix of group-sharing and diad work. Tom’s presence is truly wonderful - a gentle soul with tremendous range of expression. I love the personal approach as it’s offered in a private home.”
“I experienced Tom as present and ever-generous. His energy creates a safe environment for participants to go deep - to look into the scary parts of ourselves. And holding our hands he helps us see that there is nothing scary at all. There’s only love. Witnessing the vulnerability of everyone in the group is not only heartwarming and heart-opening, it’s inspirational. I’ve learned so much about me through everyone’s sharing. Group work is powerful. Tom is one of my absolute favourite facilitators. If he’s in my area, I come running. He taught me how to love myself and to begin my journey of trusting life.”
Debbie
“Loved just observing, listening, opening my heart and mind. Tom provided a great space for that.”
“I enjoyed the energy of the participants. I found Tom engaging, wise and sensitive. I loved the familiarity of the group coupled with respect for each person."
"It was a wonderful environment to learn about myself.”
Lesley
“I was able to face my fears and shame with compassion...I found it impossible to be loving with myself and others without this kind of self inquiry.”
"I find ‘The Work’ freedom and a highway to my heaven. I find Tom himself gifted, authentic, loving and personable. I find the community supportive, open and generous.”
Lana
“I find The Work a great way to become clear about reality.”
“I felt I went through another level of transformation. I released comparison and judgment in many of the exercises.
I realized that] my beliefs are not my own - that everyone has judgments of themselves. Sharing with others frees me to be more loving - to see that we are not separate. Tom is so skilled AND loving in guiding us to the truth about ourselves.”
Sharon
“This retreat was an open, safe place to explore my most intimate thoughts and beliefs. I love the exploration of right and wrong.”
“I benefitted from everyone’s work. I loved the silent parts, the music, the poetry. I felt stuck in my life….and now after, I feel relaxed and confident with the future. I feel better equipped in understanding my longstanding need for appreciation. [The Work is] a great tool to address the roots of our suffering. Tom has such a gentle and kind manner to help others see a way through and past the suffering.”
Betty
“Relaxing, comfortable, challenging, expanding."
“It was healing sharing and witnessing this group collectively hold space, with no judgment, for my healing...I feel better able to connect with the authentic self I was searching for.”
Alicia
“The Work in this format carries benefits in that one person isn’t doing all the 'heavy lifting'. I processed my own wounds/stories through hearing others.”
“Among the most powerful/wonderful experiences of my life. I loved the poetry & the music. The exercises & explorations were profound. I found myself able to hold space for all parts of my experience more fully than I’ve been able to before. And I had a lot of fun. I’ve felt supported, safe, unconditionally held by the group, the home, the place. As a result, I was able to look deeply & really go inside. Hearing my mind expressed by others is always illuminating in ways I couldn’t imagine experiencing alone”
MOLLY LARKIN
MOLLY LARKIN