North Star Rising

In moments of uncertainty, we often search outward for answers—seeking the map that will show us where to go next. North Star Rising invites you inward instead, to the place where your own inner compass has been waiting all along. This three-day spiritual workshop, held at the renowned Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, draws on Martha Beck's integrated approach to help you recalibrate and reconnect with the navigational wisdom you already possess. Whether you're navigating a life transition, seeking clarity amid confusion, or simply yearning to deepen your trust in your own instincts, this retreat creates sacred space for the rest and reflection that transformation requires.

Martha Beck's signature blend of humor, spiritual inquiry, and research-grounded insights makes this workshop accessible and alive. Rather than offering prescriptive answers or one-size-fits-all solutions, the work honors your own knowing and invites you to recognize the capacities you've always had. Participants consistently report leaving with reduced anxiety, sharper clarity about their direction, and renewed trust in their inner guidance—ready to move forward with confidence and ease.

If you've felt lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your own instinctive wisdom, North Star Rising is designed for you. The Omega Institute's nurturing environment in the Hudson Valley becomes a container for genuine transformation.

What to Expect

Over three days, you'll engage in guided spiritual inquiry, reflective practices, and community exploration designed to help you reconnect with your inner compass. The retreat weaves together contemplative work with Martha Beck's distinctive teaching style—grounded, warm, and never dogmatic. You'll have time for both active learning and deep rest, allowing insights to settle into your being naturally. The atmosphere is one of genuine welcome: you're not here to become someone else, but to recognize and trust who you already are.

Participants leave with:
- Clarity about their authentic direction and next steps
- Practical tools for navigating uncertainty with greater ease
- A renewed sense of trust in their own instinctive wisdom
- Reduced anxiety and mental spaciousness
- Connection with others on similar spiritual paths

Venue & Logistics

North Star Rising takes place at Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, one of America's premier retreat centers, set on 150 acres of natural beauty in the Hudson Valley. The retreat runs from Saturday, August 29, 2026 through the following Monday. Omega provides comfortable accommodations, nourishing meals, and a serene environment designed to support deep work. Wear comfortable, layered clothing and bring an open heart. Omega is fully wheelchair accessible; please contact the institute directly with specific accessibility needs.