December 12, 2002
I am in a spiritual retreat. It is a spiritual retreat of my creation. There are people of many different religions there, all in their separate places, but with common places where all can join in.
There are places in there as well for poets and writers and environmentalists and others who appreciate nature and quietude.
Quietude.
It is simple living.
There is a farm there allows for self-sustaining by way of organic farming and other things that appeal to the rich folks who miss the days of the 1970’s and want to do things good for the environment.
There are simple rooms to live in. A bed, a dresser, a seat, bookshelves, a desk, a sink, and a mirror. Each room is 8’x8′ – just big enough, with a door and a window.
Tours through the facility are daily.
There are schools on the campus which allow for learning to take place. An eclectic college runs out of here, which has intense three week classes where people go to live and breathe whatever the subject is that they’re learning.
There are not only areas of worship that each of the religious groups build for themselves (as I would not build them, just lease the land to them), but also common areas.
A common meeting house.
A kinetic area for movement. Most kinetic activities are meditative in nature, involving walking in circles, but there are also some
sports activities available for those who are inclined to that.
There are art studios, libraries, coffee shops, gift stores.
This is on about 30 acres lot. There are trees .and forest there with pathways and benches to walk through.
There are entrance requirements for the community, including a psychological profiling, which weeds out most of the potential problems that are of the extreme nature.
Quietude.
There are guesthouses – many guest houses, for retreat purposes. People who are here for retreat not only have to pay for the privilege of vacationing here, but they also have to work. This is not a lazy retreat.
People who live on a full time basis also have tasks which are related to:
The upkeep of the property
The farming of plants and animals.
Whatever things related to the businesses that run on the property.
The work they do is some manual, and some related to the skills that they possess.
This retreat of quietude has a name for itself as being a most especially wonderful place.
People come from all over the world to visit
US.
All proceeds go towards the upkeep of the property, the buildings and the people living there, their education, quietude, and the tourist industry within.
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August 14, 2023:
ChatGPT4 Response:
On December 12, 2002, you wrote about a vision for a spiritual retreat that you created. This retreat encompasses various aspects of spirituality, nature, education, and community. You describe the retreat as a place where people of different religions come together in separate spaces while sharing common areas. There are accommodations for poets, writers, environmentalists, and those who appreciate nature and tranquility.
The retreat emphasizes simple living and self-sustainability through organic farming. The rooms are designed to be basic yet functional, providing individuals with a space for personal reflection and work. The facility offers daily tours, educational opportunities, and even an eclectic college with intensive three-week classes.
This retreat includes areas of worship for various religious groups, as well as communal spaces like a meeting house and areas for meditative movement and sports activities. There are art studios, libraries, coffee shops, and gift stores to enrich the experience. The property features natural elements like trees, forests, pathways, and benches, creating a serene environment for contemplation.
Entrance requirements include psychological profiling to ensure a harmonious and safe community. Guesthouses are available for those seeking retreat, where they pay for the privilege and contribute through work. Permanent residents also engage in various tasks related to property upkeep, farming, and the operation of businesses on-site, utilizing both manual and skilled labor.
This retreat is envisioned to be a renowned and exceptional destination, attracting visitors from around the world who value the blend of spirituality, education, community, and nature. The proceeds generated from the retreat contribute to maintaining the property, supporting the residents, their education, and promoting a culture of tranquility while also boosting the local tourism industry.
In this vision, you’ve crafted a holistic haven that fosters personal growth, connection, and sustainable living within a diverse and interconnected community.