Livestream FAQs
Q: Who are Rupert’s livestream retreats for?
Rupert’s livestream retreats are for anyone drawn to exploring the nature of reality, the non-dual understanding, or to uncovering the peace and happiness that form the essence of their being.
Whether you are new to this perspective or have been engaging with it for years, these retreats provide a welcoming space to deepen your understanding. They are ideal for those seeking peace, truth, love, freedom, or connection, as well as for individuals looking to be part of a community of like-minded people.
Q: The livestream ticket is unaffordable. How can I join?
Our commitment is to make Rupert’s livestream events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances.
We understand that livestream retreats may not always be within the means of those who would like to participate. For information on supported tickets, please visit the web page for the event you would like to attend.
Q: I will miss sessions because of various other commitments. Can I still attend?
Yes.
We understand that it can be difficult to completely clear your schedule for a whole week. We also recognise that participants may reside in time zones that can make it challenging to attend all sessions live.
For those reasons, we make recordings of each session available to participants shortly after it concludes, typically within a few hours. These recordings allow attendees to catch up or revisit the content, and they will remain accessible for 30 days after the retreat ends. Rupert’s livestream retreats offer a unique opportunity to create a deeply personal and meaningful retreat experience. Whether you prefer a quiet, peaceful time at home – taking reflective walks during breaks or reading your favourite book – or you wish to share the experience with friends, these online weekend events are highly flexible.
Q: What are the benefits of joining the retreat via livestream?
Some participants choose to invite friends to join them at home, or they might even rent a house or Airbnb together in a beautiful location, creating their own mini-retreat – enjoying walks in nature, meaningful conversations, shared meals, and a celebration of shared being.
While Rupert’s in-person retreats emphasise the expression of oneness through human connection, it brings us great joy to see groups of friends on Zoom coming together to celebrate this understanding.
Q: Do I need any prior understanding or experience with meditation to join?
No prior experience or understanding is required – the retreats are open to all. Through guided meditations, dialogues, and the supportive retreat environment, you will be gently pointed to the recognition that peace and happiness are your true nature and that we share our being with everyone.
However, for those new to Rupert’s work and who wish to explore this understanding further before joining a retreat, we recommend the following resources:
- Introduction to Non-Duality
- An Introduction to Non-Duality Volume I & II
- You Are the Happiness You Seek
- Being Aware of Being Aware
Q: How many meditation sessions are there per day?
Most days of a typical retreat schedule include hour-long meditation sessions, two or three times per day.
Q: Why are there not more meditation sessions during Rupert’s retreats?
In the non-dual understanding, true meditation is not an activity we do; it is the recognition of what we truly are. The guided sessions provide time to contemplate, enquire into our true nature, or simply rest as being – the essence of meditation. The retreats are designed to encourage abiding in being, not just during formal sessions, but throughout all aspects of daily life. Online retreats, in particular, offer a unique opportunity to live this understanding and integrate it into the simplicity and challenges of everyday activities.
Q: Rupert often speaks about God or religious traditions. Are the retreats connected to any particular spiritual or religious tradition?
Rupert’s livestream retreats offer a unique opportunity for those unable to attend in-person due to time, financial, or logistical constraints. Participants can join from the comfort of their own homes and immerse themselves in this understanding over the course of an entire week.
Q: Can I ask Rupert a question during the retreat?
Some of Rupert’s livestream retreats include Q&A sessions on Zoom, where participants from home can engage directly with Rupert and ask their questions. Please refer to the retreat event page or contact the organiser for more details.
Q: Do I need anything special to view the livestream?
No, Any basic computer, tablet or current smartphone will work. The biggest factor to viewing is your Internet connection speed. Most people connect at home via Wi-Fi, so not only is your connection speed important, you must also have a strong Wi-Fi signal. If you experience buffering, try getting closer to your router location. If you can view YouTube videos without a problem then the live stream will be fine. Be sure to close down all other devices that may be drawing your signal. Rupert’s livestream retreats are for anyone drawn to exploring the nature of reality, the non-dual understanding, or to uncovering the peace and happiness that form the essence of their being.
Whether you are new to this perspective or have been engaging with it for years, these retreats provide a welcoming space to deepen your understanding. They are ideal for those seeking peace, truth, love, freedom, or connection, as well as for individuals looking to be part of a community of like-minded people.
Rupert’s livestream retreats offer a unique opportunity for those unable to attend in-person due to time, financial, or logistical constraints. Participants can join from the comfort of their own homes and immerse themselves in this understanding over the course of an entire week.
Q: What if I get disconnected or the video freezes during a live event?
Refresh your browser page, this will reset the connection.
Q: Does it matter what browser I use?
No, Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Explorer or Microsoft Edge will work. IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE LATEST VERSION. If you are not sure how to do this then please Google how to update. If you are having a problem on one platform, then try switching to another browser.
Q: Can I view it on my cell phone?
Yes, any current 4G or 4G LTE smartphone will work. 4G LTE is superior for live stream viewing. The biggest factor will be your cell phone signal strength. If you are unsure of what type you have, please contact your provider.
Q: Is there anything I can do to make sure there are no viewing issues?
Yes, beside following the above suggestions, you can test your connection speed at: Test Internet Speed Once on the page, click on the arrow, and you will get your upload and download speeds. You will need a minimum of 5Mbps download speed to view without any issues. The more, the better; upload speed is not important for viewing. Your individual connection speed is also influenced by other users on the same network (Wi-Fi or connected), e.g. another member of the household that is playing games on the internet or watching a movie online. Also, other households using the same provider at the same time can influence the bandwidth speed.
In addition, it’s a good idea to clear your browser cache before the event. You can find out how to do that by going to this link: How to Clear Cache Once there, just select the browser you are using.
Q: What is a Zoom Q&A session?
The Zoom Q&A sessions are designed to provide livestream attendees with the opportunity to ask Rupert questions during the retreat. To express your interest in asking a question, you can simply click on the 'raise hand' icon while in the meeting. Francesca or Neil will then add you to the queue and inform you when your turn is approaching.
Q: Do I need to do anything to prepare for this?
All that is needed is a computer, tablet, or phone with internet access and to download Zoom software, which allows you to join the meeting.
If you are new to the Zoom platform, you can visit the Zoom download webpage in advance to download the necessary software: Download Zoom
If you already have Zoom installed, please ensure you have the latest version by following this link: Update Zoom
Keeping the software up-to-date will help minimise potential technical issues.
For an optimal experience, we recommend using a wired connection if available. If you are using Wi-Fi, try to close all or most other devices using the same signal. For mobile devices, a 3G or 4G connection is required.
Q: If I miss a live session, will I be able to view it?
Yes, the recording links will typically be made available within 2 hours following the end of each session. You will have access to the recordings for a specified period of time after the retreat ends. Kindly refer to the event page for details regarding the duration of the access period after each specific retreat.
Q: I would like to download and keep the session recordings, is this possible?
The edited and downloadable recordings of all the sessions will be available to purchase by attendees at a discounted price. You will be able to pre-order these downloads via the event Attendee Portal by clicking on Pre-order Media and following the payment instructions.
If pre-ordered, the edited and downloadable recordings will be completed and added to your account in approximately 7 to 8 weeks. You will receive an email notification when they are in your account and ready for viewing under the My Downloads tab.
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