{"product_id":"book-evfk","title":"In Praise of Retreat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eWintering\u003c\/i\u003e by Katherine May and \u003ci\u003eHow to Do Nothing\u003c\/i\u003e by Jenny Odell \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom pilgrim paths to forest cabins, and from rented hermitages to arts temples and quiet havens for yoga and meditation, \u003ci\u003eIn Praise of Retreat\u003c\/i\u003e explores the pleasures and powers of this ancient practice for modern people. Kirsteen MacLeod draws on the history of retreat and personal experiences to reveal the many ways listeners can step back from society to reconnect with their deepest selves and to their loftiest aspirations in life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the 21st century, disengaging, even briefly, is seen by many as self-indulgent, unproductive, and antisocial. Yet to retreat is as basic a human need as being social, and everyone can benefit, whether it's for a weekend, a month, or a lifetime. Retreat is an uncertain adventure with as many peaks and valleys as any mountain expedition, except we head inward, to recharge and find fresh energy and brave new ideas to bring back into our everyday lives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"INAudio","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49409666023728,"sku":"BDevfk","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audio CD [ZE]","offer_id":49409666056496,"sku":"ZEevfk","price":46.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Audio MP3-CD [ZM]","offer_id":49409666122032,"sku":"ZMevfk","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/evfk-Square-cover.jpg?v=1772718371","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-evfk","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}