ZenistRoshi Retreat @ Watershed: The Nature of Writing
with Taiun-roshi (Shomōn Alan Rossi)·Soto Zen
Four-day meditation and writing retreat in the North Carolina mountains led by Taiun-roshi, Shomōn Alan Rossi, and Keisei Andrew Dietz. Participants alternate sitting periods with creative writing exercises and group sharing.
About this retreat
This retreat pairs Zen sitting practice with creative writing — a less common pairing at meditation centers. The schedule alternates between meditation periods and structured writing work, with time for participants to share what emerges. It's held in the mountains of western North Carolina, though the center has not published specific details about the facility, daily schedule, or lodging arrangements.
The retreat is led by Taiun-roshi (Shomōn Alan Rossi) alongside Keisei Andrew Dietz. The center has not yet published information about prior experience required or whether the retreat is open to anyone interested in either meditation or writing.
For details on lodging, meals, what's included in the $240 fee, and the daily schedule, contact Atlanta Soto Zen Center directly.
Originally listed on Atlanta Soto Zen Center's website.
Full details from Atlanta Soto Zen Center
A multi-day meditation retreat in the western North Carolina mountains that combines Zen practice with creative writing. Participants alternate sitting meditation periods with writing, creative language exercises, and sharing sessions, led by Taiun-roshi, Shomōn Alan Rossi, and Keisei Andrew Dietz.