Center for Conscious Eldering

The journey from late middle-age into fulfilled elderhood is facilitated by inner work that is focused and fueled by conscious intention.

Actualizing our unique potential as elders requires that our energy be free and clear

The natural world opens us to what is most authentic and natural in us.

Passion and purpose are the ingredients from which elder legacy is made.

"The greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it." Michelangelo

Are you willing to aim high in your one precious elderhood?

The journey from late middle-age into fulfilled elderhood is facilitated by inner work that is focused and fueled by conscious intention.

Wisdom does not come from having experiences. Wisdom comes from reflecting on one’s life experiences.

Actualizing our unique potential as elders requires that our energy be free and clear

We can’t shine as radiant elders if our energy is continually sapped by old wounds, grudges, angers, hurts and feelings of victimhood.

The natural world opens us to what is most authentic and natural in us.

Knowing and acting on this awareness is the key to conscious eldering.

Passion and purpose are the ingredients from which elder legacy is made.

What is most important is that in our unique way we are each shining our elder light.

Do you envision these years as a time of purpose, growth and passion? Are you willing to prepare for such an elderhood? Would you like guidance and support in your preparation?The Center for Conscious Eldering, based in Durango, Colorado, is dedicated to supporting the development of conscious elders. We do so by offering coaching, Choosing Conscious Elderhood retreats, and introductory workshops. This is our passion, purpose and talent. We serve those in and approaching that period of life, sometimes called "The Third Age,” who hear the call to age consciously. There is a big difference between being elderly and being an elder.

In 2025, Our signature program will again be offered in the Autumn at Ghost Ranch.

Choosing Conscious Elderhood in the Appalachians

In 2025 we are pleased to offer our signature Choosing Conscious Elderhood retreat amid the verdant forests and meadows of Hope Springs retreat in southern Ohio.

Recent Interviews with Ron Pevny

Enjoy recent interviews and podcasts with Ron Pevny.

As the baby boom generation ages, a new vision of the elder years is emerging. The world needs the vision and gifts of elders. Elderhood is being recognized as a life stage with the potential to be a time of wholeness, passion, purpose, continuing growth and commitment to service. It can be the culmination of one’s personal development. But becoming such an elder does not just happen. Developing such qualities is the result of conscious choices and preparation. We at the Center for Conscious Eldering serve as guides for those questing to envision, prepare for, and live the fullness of their potential as elders. We do so by offering Conscious Eldering retreats, introductory workshops, custom-designed seminars, and coaching for conscious living. We use the power of nature to support your growth as an elder. It is in the natural world that we can most easily remember that which is authentic and natural in ourselves, and thus gain an eagle’s eye view of our place and potential in the larger web of life. Our retreats, workshops and pilgrimages all involve significant time spent outdoors in beautiful natural settings. We invite you to browse our website. Its purpose is to provide an overview of conscious eldering as well as to acquaint you with the services we provide. After doing so, if you feel attracted to what we offer, please contact us. May you age consciously—and thrive!!!

Our Aliveness Is Our Gift To a World in Need

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by Ron Pevny “It’s 3:23 in the morning and I’m awake because my great great grandchildren won’t let me sleep. My great great grandchildren ask me in dreams ‘what did you do while the planet was plundered? What did you do while the earth was unraveling? Surely you did something… Continue reading

A Message

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by Anne Wennhold The Vermont sunshine blanketed me with its golden warmth as I climbed onto the sandy bank of the swimming hole. Glorious day! I shook my head flinging water drops into the still air. Reaching for the towel I saw a small transparent spiral curled up in the… Continue reading

Conscious Living, Conscious Aging, 2024 Edition

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New edition now available The new, expanded and updated edition of Ron Pevny’s book, Conscious Living, Conscious Aging is now available through Beyond Words Publishing, Bookshop.org, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or request your copy from your local bookstore. Conscious Living, Conscious Aging is an inspiring guide to the next chapter of… Continue reading

On Elder Activism

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by John Sorenson “Houston, we have a problem!” This was the message from three astronauts 52 years ago, as their spacecraft had a life-threatening design failure on its way to the Moon. I was a member of the Apollo engineering team that responded to that call for help. Today, within… Continue reading

A Feather on Your Wings

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by Katia Petersen “Grandma, do you believe in Angels?” “Of course I do, she replied” “How do you know they exist and how do I become an Angel I ask?” “Well, I know they exist in my heart, and by looking at the miracles around us, like the sun rising… Continue reading