retreat

(noun)

An event during which people shift focus from their daily routines and responsibilities to personal or group development.

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Examples of retreat in the following topics:

  • Team Building

    • Sometimes organizations use more intensive and time-consuming activities such as off-site, day-long retreats with an agenda that can include interpersonal bonding exercises, simulations, personality and communication style assessments, and group-dynamics games.

  • How Emotion and Mood Influence Behavior

    • Providing organizational benefits, such as a company gym, meditation classes, or company retreats, can likewise influence a person's emotions.

  • Team-Based Structure

    • That said, team-building is now a frequent practice of many organizations and can include activities such as bonding exercises and even overnight retreats to foster team cohesion.