Deep U Retreat
A tree to five-day journey to self-discovery, healing, and purpose, guided by cutting-edge methodologies inspired by insights from the world’s leading experts in human flourishing.
Start your path of self-discovery
Every human being has a unique potential, as well as the right (and the responsibility) to manifest it fully, flourishing at their highest level. The Deep U Retreat helps participants become more aware, release and let go of obstacles, uncover their true Essence and highest Self, and prototype ways of working and living aligned with a Greater Good. Learn from Vasco Gaspar, an internationally acclaimed speaker trained by leading experts worldwide in the fields of human flourishing.
A combination of proven
methodologies
In the retreat, you'll experience carefully selected practices rooted in cutting-edge awareness-based, trauma-informed, and heart-centered methodologies, developed by internationally renowned institutions, teachers, and thought leaders, all within an environment of stillness and care.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a capacity all humans beings possess, and that can be cultivated, for being aware and awake rather than operating unconsciously. Being mindful helps you come off autopilot and shift up a gear, bringing wisdom and choice to all areas of your life.
Created by Prof Otto Scharmer from MIT, it is a awareness-based framework of leadership, innovation and change for understanding current reality and exploring emerging future possibilities—as an individual and as a group. Can also be body-based through practicing Social Presencing Theater.
Presencing
A powerfully transformative model of psychotherapy that states that the mind is comprised of multiple inner parts that contain valuable qualities that our core Self knows how to heal, allowing us to become integrated and whole.
Internal Family Systems
Heartfulness
A practical, innovative and secular approach that allows us to tune into our hearts and learn to be centered in ourselves. By strengthening that connection, we cultivate an inner knowing that wisely directs and guides us to become who we’re meant to be.
Polyvagal Theory
A neuroscientific and psychological approach to regulate emotions and social connection. It focuses on simple and practical adaptive behaviors that allow us to regulate our nervous system, making us feel adapted, connected and secure.
A psychotherapeutic approach developed by Dr. Gabor Maté that reveals the level of consciousness, mental climate, hidden assumptions, implicit memories and body states that run our lives and how to liberate ourselves from them.
Compassionate Inquiry
What to expect
Immersive Experience
Engage in a deep exploration through brief insights, followed by experiential activities, including individual exercises (e.g., meditation, journaling) and group dynamics.
Leading Methodologies
Learn from proven practices like Mindfulness, Polyvagal Theory, and IFS, integrated with timeless wisdom to enhance personal growth.
Collective Field
Experience the power of being part of a conscious, supportive group field—where shared presence amplifies insight, emotional safety, and authentic connection.
Initiation to Heartfulness
Discover Heartfulness, a practical and modern meditation approach for personal flourishing.
Practical Takeaways
Become more aware, release and let go of obstacles, uncover your true Essence and highest Self, and prototype ways of bringing your uniqueness to the world.
Resource Toolbox
Leave the retreat equipped with practical tools and resources, and after the retreat you will get a detailed manual with exercises, and tips for ongoing practice.
Recommendations
Some testimonials or recommendations of previous participants.
“An experience that reconnects you with your true wisdom, essence, and humanity. It's a reconnection with your true potential.”
Silvia
"Deep U was life changing. The program’s design and facilitation brought awareness to patterns of stuckness and provided practices to move through those patterns with ease. I now feel at peace and more connected as a result of the program."
Abri
"A pause. A journey inward. A space to feel and listen to the ourselves. The discovery or rediscovery of a direction and the obstacles on that path."
Ana C.
Get Inspired
Watch the video from the India edition
Retreats
Step into a transformative journey of inner alignment and human flourishing—guided by presence, compassion, and deep listening. The Deep U Retreat is regularly run in Portugal, Índia and other locations around the world.
Deep U in India
Usually run in the beautiful and serene setting of Kanha Shanti Vanam, Hyderabad, India, at the end of January, as a beautiful way to start the year.
Experience the life-changing impact of Deep U:
"Life-changing, bringing awareness to patterns of stuckness." — Abri H.
"Reconnected me with my true potential." — Silvia D.
"One of the strongest experiences of my life." — Jean-Jacques M.
Seats are limited.
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About Vasco Gaspar
Vasco Gaspar holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Coimbra and is the author of the book 'Aqui e Agora - Mindfulness,' as well as the programs 'ZBHD: 8-week mindfulness protocol,' and 'Deep U - Awareness-Based Human Flourishing.' He works globally as a facilitator and speaker in Conscious Leadership and Human Flourishing, impacting over 30,000 people worldwide. Vasco specializes in integrating contemplative practices like Mindfulness, Heartfulness, and Presencing with psychotherapeutic methods such as IFS, Polyvagal Theory, and Compassionate Inquiry. He has collaborated with organizations like SAP, Santander, and the United Nations, and has been directly trained by luminaries including Kamlesh Patel, Gabor Maté, Otto Scharmer, Arawana Hayashi, Richard Schwartz, Daniel J. Siegel, and Deb Dana. Vasco is dedicated to inspiring a more human and compassionate world.