“We are beings of cosmic connection who are learning to live in a living universe…” Our Supreme Test and Time of Initiation

Evolution moves forward on a bending curve and there is no going back. The starting gun of history has gone off, and humanity is moving rapidly into a new world. We humans have always been tested by adversity. However, our current times are unique in one crucial respect - and this makes all the difference. The circle has closed and there is no escape. Now the entire Earth and whole human community is at risk. Now the entire human species must deal with the reality of climate disruption (with resulting crop failures and famine), the dwindling supply of cheap energy, an enormous global population with most people living on the edge of subsistence, a massive wave of extinction of plants and animals, the spread of weapons of mass destruction in an ever more interdependent world, and much more. All of these are occurring at the same time the global communications revolution is making the world transparent to itself. Our supreme test is to grow consciously into this new world and learn to live in balance with the Earth, in peace with one another, and in gratitude with the living universe.  

"The circle has closed and there is no escape. Now the entire Earth and whole human community is at risk." 

The View from the Center of the Universe takes on big questions: the nature of time and our place in the cosmos (bigger than we might imagine, they suggest). They remind us, in case we've forgotten, that we're made of stardust.  Written by a duo consisting of a cosmologist and a philosopher, this very important and fascinating book powerfully describes the scope and depth of human connections to our universe. The very revolutionary concepts and implications of the modern understanding of time, space, dark matter, dark energy, eternal inflation, and the stardust filling our bodies,  affect our feelings about ourselves and our future.  Drawing lessons from the history of creation myths in many cultures, and from the changing perspectives of science over the centuries, the authors paint a comprehensive picture of the value of our place in the universe as we now know it, and the very opportunities for action in this critical century. 

Their well-supported admonition to "think cosmically, act globally" can be a vital guide to build a "sustainable prosperity."  This topic demands the attention at a time when our impact on our home planet is rising dramatically, as are conflicts between science and religions.  So far, scientists have not succeeded in helping most people sense meaning or purpose when considering the vastness of space that astronomy has revealed over the past few hundred years.  The View from the Center of the Universe has big ambitions and a novel approach for conveying the content and excitement of the current revolution in cosmology. If your curious about all of the big theories of the universe's evolution explained simply or, your interests are in looking at the really big history of everything, life and the big meaning of it all, this amazingly well written new book is a must read for everyone who wants to know more about the ultimate physical "big picture." Our staff who have read it absolutely love what it has done for expanding their perspectives on supporting and living a prosperous sustainability. 

This article is based in part upon the universe and progressive evolutionary science and theories expressed by Teilhard De Chardin, Erich Jantsch, John Stewart, Duane Elgin, Michael Dowd, Connie Barlow, Nancy Ellen Abrams, Brian Swimme, Thomas Berry, Joel Primack, David Christian, David Ray Griffin, Sri Aurobindo, Barbara Marx Hubbard, Ken Wilber, Andrew Cohen, Steve McIntosh as well as numerous other evolution theorists, scientists, authors and speakers. The universe success action principles below are useful to anyone who wants to create an authentic life congruent with the REAL life processes of the universe and who seeks to create a sustainable and thriving life and planet. It is ideal for anyone who considers themselves a cultural creative, big history student, sustainability advocate, integral evolutionary, eco-spirituality practitioner or environmentalist.) This article is an integral, comprehensive statement containing the universe evolutionary principles in two complimentary flavors; success-action power principles and result-conditioning "in the zone" flow principles. As you review them, you may also discover that these universe principles both transcend and yet still include the most life-affirming perspectives and the classic virtues of humanity’s greatest philosophic and spiritual wisdom traditions. When both types of the universe principles are integrated into one's life they also become a de facto lifestyle practices guide and new ethical code for conscious evolutionaries, effective principles for effective evolutionary activism, a good collective statement of the core attributes of progressive evolution and even a partial sense of the emerging values, perspectives and principles of the New Universe Evolutionary Worldview... 

This article is based in part upon the universe and progressive evolutionary science and theories expressed by Teilhard De Chardin, Erich Jantsch, John Stewart, Duane Elgin, Michael Dowd, Connie Barlow, Nancy Ellen Abrams, Brian Swimme, Thomas Berry, Joel Primack, David Christian, David Ray Griffin, Sri Aurobindo, Barbara Marx Hubbard, Ken Wilber, Andrew Cohen, Steve McIntosh as well as numerous other evolution theorists, scientists, authors and speakers. The universe success action principles below are useful to anyone who wants to create an authentic life for themselves that is also congruent with the REAL life processes of the universe and who seeks to create a sustainable and thriving life, organization and planet. It is ideal for anyone who considers themselves a cultural creative, big history student, sustainability advocate, integral evolutionary, eco-spirituality practitioner or environmentalist.) This article is an integral, comprehensive statement containing the universe evolutionary principles in two complimentary flavors; success-action power principles and result-conditioning "in the zone" flow principles. As you review them, you may also discover that these universe principles both transcend and yet still include the most life-affirming perspectives and the classic virtues of humanity’s greatest philosophic and spiritual wisdom traditions. When both types of the universe principles are integrated into one's life they also become a de facto lifestyle practices guide and new ethical code for conscious evolutionaries as well as effective principles for effective evolutionary activism or, even a good collective statement of the core attributes of progressive evolution and the new universe worldview coming into being.

This article by John Stewart is the must-read "how to" manual for every conscious evolutionary and sustainability or environmental advocate!  It is a detailed principle-by-principle strategic instruction manual for consciously advancing the evolutionary process on this planet as an active co-creator with evolution. It contains step-by-step strategies for effectively growing the conscious evolutionary movement to better create a sustainable global society and to deal with global warming. As a master plan for conscious evolutionaries world-wide, it even describes how to use the resources of governments, corporations and other institutions to these worthy ends as well as how to build the individual and collective evolutionary intelligences needed for global sustainability and optimizing one's own life. We at Universe Spirit have posted this article because we believe that it is now Job 1 for every spiritual person on earth who honors that Ultimate Reality that interconnects all things to be aware of how to be a better steward of our planet's vitality and resources as well as know how to work together with others to solve the pending environmental problems that directly and imminently threaten the future of the current and future generations.

Today, understanding the science-proven probabilities on the deepest integral reoccurring patterns of life as well as the evolutionary directionality of the universe from a whole system and deep time perspective may be the most direct, effective and integral way to supercharge not just your day-to-day success and spiritual practice, but also to inform a new, deeper tolerance level between today's religions. This is because In many ways the universe has always been the original religion. Just as the fruit of a seed must always reflect the nature of the seed's inherent qualities, the physical universe has also always been the most direct way to be objectively informed as to both the most probable qualities and the most likely "intentionality" of that great remaining Mystery --- that, which originated the universe itself! In the following universe science summary you can review these and other critical implications of the cutting-edge science on the universe's integral and deepest evolutionary patterns and developmental directionality.

The Creative Spirit retreat yacht is owned by Integrative Spirituality a non profit non denominational spiritual organization (integrativespirituality.org). It has been used for both guided and self-directed personal retreats and spiritual retreats for our staff and both members and non members the last 5 years. In addition to our guided retreats, the yacht is open for retreat rentals and self directed spiritual retreats to individuals or small groups from all denominations. We have just recently opened our previously members and staff only floating retreat center to public retreat rentals and San Francisco visits to assist us with meeting our mission budget in the economic downturn.

This amazing retreat rental has an ideal San Francisco location, location, location... just 13 Minutes from the heart of San Francisco by car. This retreat rental is a luxury yacht floating in the San Francisco Bay in Sausalito, California, USA.  This one-of-a-kind retreat rental has 3 Bedrooms  2.5 Baths, comfortably sleeps 6 and comfortably can hold up to 25 for gatherings or presentations on 2000 square feet and three levels of life-affirming comfort. If you would like to see a YouTube video of the retreat center and its rooms, click here. 

(This video was originally designed for a general audience not especially for the retreat audience.)  

Location: Sausalito, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA 

More About Our Unique Retreat Yacht 

The yacht is filled with omni-denominational spiritual art and a sanctuary meditation space. Our end-of-the-dock location is perfect for self-directed contemplative solitude, reading or study. It has been used repeatedly for all kinds of retreats focused on spiritual,emotional or physical healing. You can even stay with us and attend retreats or event at other spiritual centers in the area! Some people just stay with us while visiting the city because the retreat space supports their existing spiritual practice while they are traveling.

Our retreat yacht is truly one of the most unique and healing retreat centers in all of the world and it it is on the water in one of the most exciting spiritual pioneering cities anywhere. Many individuals who rent our yacht do so to combine a personal self-directed retreat with a vacation and visits to the many other special spiritual centers in the SF bay area.

The Creative Spirit yacht is docked in one of the best weather areas in all of San Francisco --- a narrow micro climate “Rivera” sunbelt in Sausalito. If you have been to the south of France or Europe, you will know why its called the "Rivera of San Francisco". When you look out the yacht's windows for the first time during your self guided retreat, you will see breathtaking 360 degree bay views and views of the surrounding multi-million dollar estates. (180 degrees of views are completely open and unobstructed across the full SF bay because we are the last yacht on a modern, safe well lit dock.)

This large yacht is a uniquely healing and artful environment away from the stressful road noises of SF. Experiencing the spectacular bay sunsets and sunrises, tidal rhythms, the many birds and seals that regularly frequent the area near the 62 foot yacht as well as the smell of the ocean only adds to the romance of this memory-for-a-lifetime retreat experience.

When you decide to take a break from your personal retreat, the Creative Spirit the yacht is a 13 minute car ride to the heart of the city, a 5 minute walk to the city bus system and a 15 minute walk to the famous San Francisco bay ferries, which also can take you to the city or the beautiful bay islands.

The yacht is docked in the SF bay area city of Sausalito one of the most tourist visited attractions in the bay area. There are first class restaurants and stores in walking distance from the dock. (We strongly recommend that you go to the Sausalito Chamber of Commerce web page and check out amazing photos of Sausalito and the "must see" short video on its many attractions on the top left hand side of this page. In the video you will see just how close you are to the heart of San Francisco.

In addition to the yacht's spiritual peacefulness and unbelievable natural surroundings there is quite a literary history in the area within several hundred yards of the yacht. Aldous Huxley the author of 1984 and Brave New World died nearby in his wife’s arms . Also two additional curiosities are; Carl Jung the world-renowned psychologist wrote a substantial part of the famous book, Man and His Symbols' here. The Beat Poet Allen Ginsberg had his famous floating pyramidal home just a stone throw away. Some very interesting people over the years have discovered the creative and healing Rivera like charm and lived in Sausalito to just name a few.

Even if you have never stayed on a large yacht before for a self directed retreat, it is easy. In many ways it is much like staying at a land-based spiritual center. The yacht’s experienced chief steward not only checks you in and out, but also explains everything that you will need to know for your visit. They are also available during your stay by phone to answer questions about the yacht’s visit-related features, the local culture and attractions or, fix any rare problems should they come up.

What is on the Yacht:

The Kitchen/Galley has:Cuisinart Food processor, Cuisinart coffee bean grinder, Braun Coffee Maker, Bialetti Machiatta cappuccino espresso maker, Krupps Toaster/Oven, Calphalon Pans, pots and knives, Wine, Champagne and other glasses, Plates, silverware and entertainment serving trays for groups up to six.It is a Visual/Audiophile heaven: Special Audio Visual Equipment - 52 inch Flat Screen Cable/Satellite HDTV in Rear Salon with 6 speaker surround sound. HDTV can be hooked to Laptop for presentations, also one BluRay Netflix DVD Player for rear salon HDTV, 21 in Flat Screen Cable/Satellite HDTV in Master Stateroom, surround sound, one DVD player in

Master Stateroom, 5 disk CD Player, premium stereo audio receiver (with IPod input,) powering 14 premium speakers throughout yacht, XM Satellite Radio, VCR, Tape Deck.

We truly want our retreat rental to be a good match and value for your retreat needs so you will tell your friends. This retreat rental property is ideal for individuals who want their enviroment to contribute to their retreat quality and want to be a space that supports personal retreats! The yacht is the most comfortable with non smoking groups of 6 or less. We have found that national or international retreat travelers who are seeking a high quality, highly unique San Francisco area retreat experience enjoy our retreat rental the most! We are absolutely the ideal San Francisco retreat rental match for those individuals who also put a premium on natural beauty, great location, environmental sustainability and the special healing peacefulness and healing that a facility that is regularly used for spiritual retreats supports. We do offer substantial discounts on our regular rates during certain seasons so if you are interested, please email us about any available special rates. (All rates and contact information farther down this page.)

For a video tour of this property go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4hbCA8CjJU

For photos click here.

Amenities:

Air Conditioning

Linens Provided

Off Street Parking

BedsQueen BedTwin/Single Beds

EntertainmentCable/Satellite TVDVDVCR

Video Library

CD Player

Stereo System

Music Library

Full Kitchen

Cooking Utensils Provided

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Microwave

Ice Maker

Catering Available

Outdoor Features: Gas/Electric BBQ Grill, Deck/PatioLanaiView/

Oceanfront

Communications, Telephone

WiFi (Wireless Internet)

Other Amenities:

It has approximately 2000 inside sq. ft. There are breathtaking 360 degree bay views. It has two large salons with huge windows for relaxing or watching the birds and seals that come right up to the side of the yacht. It has a home sized air ionizer and is environmentally friendly. It has the largest solar installation on a yacht of its size (you do not have to manage it. LOL) The yacht is also beautifully decorated with all omni-denominational modern spiritual art. The yacht’s experienced chief steward not only checks you in and out and explains everything you need to know, but is also available to answer questions about the yacht’s systems or local culture should they come up. We have a super purified drinking water system down to 5 microns! Two of the baths contain showers. One shower has a sitting bench.

Suitability:

No Pets Allowed

Kid Friendly

Minimum Age Limit for Renters

Smoking Not Allowed

Activities (on site and nearby)

Golf

Tennis

Theme Park (Amusement Park)

Zoo/Wildlife Park

Shopping

Sightseeing

Restaurants

Rafting

Kayaking

Sailing

Boating

Jet Skiing

Shelling

Snorkeling/Diving

Surfing

Windsurfing

BikingMountain

Biking

Wildlife Viewing

Hiking

Fishing

Fitness Center/Gym

Health/Beauty Spa

Racquetball

Basketball Court

Antiquing

Cinemas/Movie Theaters

Live Theater

Museums

Horseback Riding

Hot Air Ballooning 

Rates:

$295/pr.nt for 3 nights, 1-6 guests, some discounts available.

$385/pr.nt on 2 night minimum, 1-6 guests

Weekly ... $1995/week (1-6 guests)

Monthly .. $6600/month (1-6 guests)

Major US holidays, Christmas, New Years etc., rates increase.

All rates above do not include the California hotel/sales tax

$125 cleaning fee added to all visits, security deposit required

Credit Cards Accepted Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Dates available: Year Round

Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates at: http://www.vrbo.com/233808   (There are also additional photos of the yacht on this VRBOsite.)

Contact Information: Email consciousnessatplay@me.com    Phone 1: (778) 233-5001

Retreats, Retreat Rentals, Healing Retreats, Sacred Retreats, Consciousness Retreats, Meditation Retreats, Spiritual Retreat Rentals, Personal Retreats and all kinds of Self-Directed Retreat Rentals on a Large Yacht in Sausalito on the San Francisco Bay. Open to All Denominations!