June 17, 2026June 18, 2026Retreat

Silence of the Harvest – Mindful Olive Harvest 2027

Experience a week of tranquillity, connection with nature and deep mindfulness at our special mindful olive harvest retreat. Set amidst the picturesque landscape of our olive grove, we offer a unique opportunity to engage deeply with your senses and the ancient art of olive harvesting.

What can I expect?

Among other things, we will cover the following topics:

An introduction to the philosophy of mindfulness and the significance of the olive harvest, as well as meditation in the olive grove.

We sharpen our senses when we pay attention to taste and texture whilst tasting, and when we harvest, touch and feel.

Careful processing of the olives: from harvest to oil, including a tasting session of fresh olive oil to experience its flavour, aroma and texture. Mini cookery workshop: preparing simple, healthy dishes using olives and olive oil

Mindful harvesting together: teamwork and mindfulness in a group

Experience the world of olives and discover the deep connection between nature and mindfulness. Savour the flavour and the experience of the harvest with all your senses.

By taking part, you’ll of course secure a share of the harvest. Your olive oil (we’ll know the quantity once the harvest is in) will be delivered to you fresh from March 2025.

What you should bring: sturdy shoes

Here’s what you can expect:

Daily morning and evening sessions: meditation, mindfulness guidance, talk, feedback/sharing session, questions
one-to-one meetings with Peter Riedl
Olive harvesting in mindful silence, mindful speech and cheerfulness
Mindful walk: secluded coves and river courses
Stand-up paddle boards available for free use
Unrestricted use of the yoga terrace, the yoga tent and the Calivi
Thai massages can be booked on site (not included in the price).
Closing Night – Harvest Festival
6 litres of the finest olive oil as a thank-you gift

Course management

Peter Riedl

Language of the course
German (translations available on request)

June 15, 2026June 17, 2026Retreat

4 steps to a fulfilling life

A week of mindful silence – surrounded by the tranquillity of an enchanting olive grove in Pelion.

Do you often feel stressed in your daily life, find yourself lost in worry, or want to leave behind burdensome feelings such as anger and self-doubt? This retreat is designed for people who want to gain a new perspective on their own lives. Spend a week in one of Greece’s most unspoilt locations and learn how to tackle everyday challenges with greater calm and joy in four steps.

The perfect balance between a holiday and personal practice

This seminar offers you a safe space away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We combine the restorative benefits of a Mediterranean holiday setting with in-depth inner work.

Twice a day – in the morning and afternoon – we come together for our group sessions, which last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. These consist of:

Guided meditation and mindfulness practice

Inspiring short talks

Space for feedback, discussion and your personal questions

We spend the rest of the day in mindful silence. This consciously chosen silence is a precious time, that you can spend entirely on your own – strolling beneath the olive trees, by the sea, or simply just being.

The Wisdom Method: 4 steps to greater inner peace

Our aim is not to dwell on problems in theory, but to provide you with practical tools. With the tried-and-tested Wisdom Method, you will learn four clear steps to make your life more peaceful and content in the long term:

Observing (concentration): We practise planning our day and meditation. Concentration means gathering the mind and consciously focusing one’s attention.

Looking In (Mindfulness): Introspection. Where exactly does my problem lie? We learn to recognise our inner patterns.

Recognising What Is (Examination): Neutral observation. Where am I getting annoyed? Where am I suppressing feelings? We examine our reactions without judgement.

Letting go (liberation): We develop ways in which we can tangibly let go of recognised problems and blocking emotions.

Is this retreat right for you?

What is the meaning of life, if not life itself? The only question is: do you want to spend it with or without constant frustration, feelings of inferiority or sleepless nights spent brooding?

Schedule (subject to change; the programme will be adapted to the group’s needs.)

Saturday

Arrival and getting to know each other
The course begins as soon as the front door is locked.
6 pm: dinner together and getting to know each other.
Overview of the week’s schedule

Sunday – Thursday

Morning
9.00 am Breakfast
10.00 am Talks and guided exercises
1.00 pm Vegetarian lunch together

Afternoon
Time to be confirmed
Talks and guided exercises
6.00 pm Dinner

Depending on requirements and the course of the course, exercises will also be offered before breakfast and after dinner.

Friday

From 08:00 Breakfast
10:00 Closing session
13:00 Lunch
Afternoon for free time and integration
Dinner

Saturday

Breakfast and departure
Theme: Recognising the difference from the beginning.

Course leaders

Peter Riedl, co-trainer Regine Krones

Course language
German (Translations available on request)

Good to know

Important note: This seminar is not a form of therapy. It is designed to support personal development and the genuine, self-directed recognition of limiting patterns.

This course counts towards the WISDOM Teacher Basic or Mentor training programme.

May 25, 2026July 4, 2026Retreat

WHEN AWARENESS BECOMES NATURAL with Alexis Santos

1 Week Awareness with Alexis Santos

Many of us come to meditation with the assumption that we need to control our minds, eliminate distractions, or attain special states of calm. Yet approaching practice through striving can easily become another source of stress.

This October, join international meditation teacher Alexis Santos at Peli Kastri for a week of practice grounded in the teachings of the Burmese meditation master Sayadaw U Tejaniya. Set amidst the quiet beauty of Southern Pelion, where ancient olive groves meet the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea, this retreat offers an opportunity to cultivate mindfulness in a natural and sustainable way.

The phrase When Awareness Becomes Natural, the title of Sayadaw U Tejaniya’s most recent book, points to the possibility of developing awareness so that it becomes part of the way we live, rather than something we do only during periods of formal meditation.

Unlearning the Struggle

Rather than trying to force the mind into a particular state, we will explore how to practice through the cultivation of Right View and Right Attitude—qualities that support a relaxed continuity of awareness throughout all activities. If the mind is busy, can we know that it is busy? If there is tension, can tension be recognized? Through this interested and steady awareness, we gradually come to understand the nature of experience more deeply.

What to expect

The retreat schedule will include periods of sitting and walking meditation, opportunities for self-directed practice, Dharma talks, group meetings, and Q&A sessions. Participants will be encouraged to discover their own rhythm of practice, learning to trust their capacity to be interested in awareness within any activity.

For Beginners and Advanced

Whether you are deepening an established practice or you are a beginner exploring a more integrated approach to mindfulness, this retreat offers an opportunity to cultivate a way of being aware that can continue long after the retreat has ended.

Course language
English (translations German or Greek upon request)

Good to know

Capacity Limit: To maintain an intimate, high-quality container for practice, this retreat is strictly capped at a maximum of 40 participants

Start:
The retreat starts on the evening of October 4th with an introduction, please try to be at Peli Kastri by 6:00 PM at the latest. End:
The last session with Alexis is expected to be on October 11th at 10:30 AM.

From 26.09. – 03.10. 2026 there is a week organized by “Xanthippe Gang”. More info: HERE
If you want to stay longer and take your time, just tell us when you book.

Registration & Info

Requests via our enquiry button or info@pelikastri.com
If you have any further questions about the retreat and method please contact us, we will gladly forward your questions to Alexis.

The small print

Registration, Cancellation, and Travel Responsibility

Minimum Attendance Requirement: The realization of this retreat depends on reaching a sustainable minimum number of participants. If the required minimum occupancy is not met by August 15th, 2026, the retreat may be cancelled or postponed. In this event, Peli Kastri will notify all registered participants immediately.
Limitation of Travel Liability: Peli Kastri and its organizing partners (including U&W GmbH) act solely as the event hosts and accommodation venue. We are not liable for any personal travel expenses incurred by participants in preparation for or as a result of a canceled or rescheduled retreat. This includes, but is not limited to, airline tickets, train or ferry fares, car rentals, or independent hotel bookings.
Mandatory Travel Insurance Recommendation: Because unforeseen events can disrupt travel plans, we strongly urge every participant to purchase comprehensive travel cancellation and interruption insurance at the time of booking. Ensure your policy covers trip cancellations due to organizer cancellation, medical emergencies, and travel delays to protect your flight and transit investments.

FAQs

March 15, 2026June 11, 2026Retreat

Year of the Horse – Harvest & Release

This retreat is not about becoming someone else.
It is about recognizing what has already taken root inside you. You have built so munich growth, capacity, and curiosity, so much potential, now it the time to harvest.

Harvest & Release: In German we say “Erntedank” — gratitude for what has grown.

Not a retreat to to optimize, or to escape. But to flourish. A space to unfold, to flow to be seen.

The year of the horse reminds us to trust our instinct, step into our natural power, be unapologetically present and flow with the movement that comes from within.
This is about becoming more fully yourself.
And daring to show that version to the world.

This retreat is deliberately structured to create space for creativity and clarity, as well as reflection and integration:
Relaxed mornings
No overwhelming demands
Transitions into the golden hour
A gradual progression from grounding → expression → harvest → moving forward

Harvest & Release Workshop-Highlights:

Art as Mentoring: In Silvi’s two-part workshop, ‘Not Your Muse’ and ‘No Role’, you’ll use drawing to shed roles and expectations and see more clearly

Sound Experience: Harness the power of sound in the open air to discover your inner voice.

Clarity & Coaching: Define your next steps and unlock your full potential within a supportive community

Embodiment & Flow: It’s not about striking the perfect pose, but about feeling the movement. Amber combines the precise alignment of Pilates with the intuitive freedom of yoga..

In keeping with the ‘Year of the Horse’, you’ll learn to trust your instincts again. You’ll release physical and mental blockages, strengthen your resilience and create space to let your natural strength flow.

Visual Flow of the week

Mornings → Body (Embodiment)
Afternoons → Creativity & Clarity
Evenings → Reflection & Integration

The rhythm intentionally allows:

Spacious mornings
No overwhelm
Golden-hour transitions
A gradual arc from rooting → expression → harvest → forward motion

Year of the horse, harvest & release Retreat at Peli Kastri South Pelion. By xanthippe gang

Your companions (the ‘Xanthippe’ gang).

Amber (Yoga & Pilates): With over 20 years’ experience in Berlin and at Peli Kastri, she guides you through intuitive movements to help you release stress.

Franzi (Coaching & Resilience): As an expert in female leadership and mental health, she helps you build up your strengths.

San (Sound & Music Design): She helps you find your own voice on the beach and discover the joy of singing and sound.

Silvi (Art & Design): In her “miinuc” workshops, she uses self-portraiture as a tool to foster greater presence and self-confidence.

Course language
German and English (translations available on request)

Good to know

You can find the workshop schedule (subject to change) under PDF Download.

The programme starts on Sunday 27 September; Saturday 26 September is the day of arrival!

This reterat will be followed by the ‘Journey to the inner self” retreat, featuring Holotropic Breathwork with Hans-Peter and Daniela Weidinger and Michael Haid.

Registration and information about the retreat

via our enquiry button or via info@pelikastri.com

February 21, 2026June 17, 2026Retreat

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER SELF

Discover what lies within you and embark on a transformative journey to yourself. At a time when the world around us is becoming increasingly noisy and demanding, this retreat invites you to pause and engage in self-exploration, to take a journey inward.

Under the guidance of Hans Peter Weidinger, Daniela Weidinger and Michael Haid, intensive self-awareness through holotropic breathing is combined with the powerful nature of South Pelion in Greece. The process is supported by meditation and mindful hiking. This opens up a space for awareness, growth and new vitality.

Holotropic Breathing

Holotropic breathing, developed by Stanislav Grof, combines consciously accelerated breathing, supportive music, process-oriented bodywork and intuitive painting to create an intense experiential process. ‘Holotropic’ is derived from the Greek words ‘holos’ and “trepein” and means ‘oriented towards the whole’. In a safe and mindfully guided setting, participants turn their attention to the inner processes and experiences that flow into consciousness from an expanded space of perception. This allows hidden potential for development in important areas of life to become accessible. Discussing the breathing experiences in the group helps participants to recognise and understand their significance for their own development and to integrate them into their everyday lives.

To start the day mindfully, we also offer sessions with silent and moving meditation.

The integration of experiences is also supported by mindful hiking:

We feel the ground beneath our feet, listen to the sounds of nature, and perceive colours, smells and shapes with alert senses. Nature becomes a mirror of our inner selves. Through conscious walking, we find our own rhythm and connect with ourselves and the world around us. The experiences from the breathing sessions can be organised and developed further.

‘When you walk, walk in such a way that each step brings you home – to the present moment’ (Thich Nhat Hanh).

Course management

Dr. Hans-Peter Weidinger, Daniela Weidinger and Michael Haid

Course language
German and English (translations available on request)

Good to know

Who is this seminar for?

This seminar is for you if you are interested in self-awareness and holotropic breathing;
therapists can receive confirmation of continuing professional development.

Requirements for participation

Normal physical and mental resilience. As holotropic breathing can involve intense physical processes, participation is not possible in the following circumstances: pregnancy, severe cardiovascular disease, epilepsy, glaucoma, severe asthma, acute infections, severe joint and bone problems, acute psychological stress (e.g. psychosis, panic attacks, etc.). If in doubt, please contact Hans Peter Weidinger (+43 664 4632707) by telephone before registering.

Notes on participation

Participation in the retreat is at your own responsibility and is subject to confidentiality regarding the content shared by participants.

The retreat is intended as a self-awareness experience and is not a substitute for psychotherapeutic or medical treatment.

Seminar period:

Arrival Saturday 19. September, seminar begins Sunday 20 September at 2:30 p.m.

The seminar ends at midday on Friday ; departure is on Saturday 26 October.

Registration and information about the retreat

via our enquiry button, or

Dr. Hans Peter Weidinger
Mobile: +43 664 4632707
Mail: hp.weidinger@holotrop.at, www.holotrop.at

Michael Haid
Mobile-Germany: +49 170 4433303
Mobile-Austria: +43 664 3848974
Mail: kontakt@michael-haid.de, www.michael-haid.de

February 21, 2026June 17, 2026Retreat

GREEK EASTER

5 days of fire, festivities and folklore in and around Peli Kastri.

Join us to experience Orthodox Easter in Greece and discover the wonderful traditions and customs that make this festival so unique.

Here you can experience the authentic Pascha festival (Greek Easter), far from the crowds, in a setting that nourishes the soul.

Greek Easter is a time for gathering and celebration, when traditions come to life.

Experience the atmosphere of Greek Easter during your trip and enjoy the warm hospitality of the locals.

Imagine that spring has only just begun, and you have the chance to experience the most important festival of the Greek Orthodox calendar. At Easter, Greece lights its candles. We invite you on a journey that is not just a ‘holiday’, but an immersion into the heart of the Aegean.

Greek Easter offers you the chance to experience unique traditions that have been passed down through the generations.

Why you should come along:

Celebrate Orthodox Easter in southern Pelion. It’s a rare treat: this year, the Greek Easter celebrations coincide with the Easter holidays.

Pure authenticity: no mass tourism. We celebrate on the beach, right in front of the guesthouse, and in mountain villages such as Lafkos, where traditions have been alive for centuries.
Exclusivity: Just 17 guests. An intimate setting that feels just like a visit to good friends.
The location: Peli Kastri is situated where the silvery olive groves meet the deep blue of the sea – in other words, right on the beach and in the heart of an olive grove.

Peli Kastri is in the perfect location for enjoying Greek Easter in all its splendour.

Are you ready for the real Greece?

Come and celebrate with us and experience a genuine Greek Easter, authentic and communal.

Peli Kastri follows the vision of Peter and Elisabeth Riedl and combines wild nature and tranquil places that only exist in the absolutely untouristy area of southern Pelion.

Daily schedule (subject to change!)

Date	Highlight & Tradition	Here’s what to expect
Thursday Friday	Megali Paraskevi (Good Friday)	Travelling together from Thessaloniki The mystical Epitaphios procession. A sea of lights in the streets of the surrounding villages.
Sa.	Anastasi (The Resurrection)	A day by the sea & a walk through olive groves. At midnight: the ‘Holy Light’ and fireworks over the Aegean Sea.
Sunday	Pascha (Easter Sunday)	The grand banquet at Julia’s tavern. Traditional spit-roasted lamb, tsoureki and ouzo right on the beach at Peli Kastri. And let’s not forget the most Greek festival of the year.
Monday Tuesday	Easter Monday Closing	A day off with a little spring ritual organised just for you. A farewell breakfast together and transfer to Thessaloniki.

Thursday and Tuesday are arrival and departure days. A free transfer from Thessaloniki is arranged on these days. If you are unable to arrive until Friday, or need to leave earlier, please contact us at: info@pelikastri.com

Experience the traditions of Greek Easter and let yourself be enchanted by the atmosphere.

The celebrations surrounding Greek Easter are an unforgettable experience that you shouldn’t miss.

December 29, 2025January 3, 2026Retreat

INTENSIVE SELF-AWARENESS WEEK

My identity – my personality

Nature, sea and light – and a week just for you.

This week-long intensive seminar combines profound self-awareness with the regenerative power of Greece’s Mediterranean environment. The focus is on exploring and strengthening your identity and personality – in a safe, mindful setting that naturally combines inner development with moments of external relaxation. The seminar venue, Peli Kastri, is located at the foot of Greece’s Pelion Mountains.
The intensive week offers space and opportunity for mental revitalisation, processing inner processes, exchange and leisure time with group participants, shared meals and chats in our own Greek taverna with excellent cuisine close to the beach.

What is the intensive seminar about?

This week, you will embark on a journey of discovery with like-minded people to uncover hidden causes that are having a negative impact on you. Your own desires and goals play an essential role in this, and we want to discover and develop the path to achieving them together as a group, as well as learning how to deal with rediscovered and new resources of your own.

Identity is not a fixed state, but a living process. Similarly, one’s personality continues to develop throughout life – shaped on the one hand by formative experiences in childhood, one’s own decisions, relationship experiences and inner growth steps.

With the help of Thomas Weber’s professionally and responsibly led seminar, you will gain new insights and perspectives on yourself in an atmosphere of nature, tranquillity and mindfulness – creative media, among other things, will support your self-awareness process.

This seminar is for you if you:

want to take a closer look at your self-image
want to develop inner stability and authentic self-efficacy
are undergoing change or reorientation
are employed in psychotherapy or social work and wish to develop personally
or simply want to get back in touch with yourself

Registration and further information

For more information and to register, please use our ‘non-binding enquiry’ button or contact Thomas Weber directly HERE.

Process & structure

Each seminar day consists of two parts:

1. Morning: Group – self-awareness process

Start with morning meditation with Peter Riedl (optional)
Process-oriented group session on identity and personality
Exchange and reflection

2. Afternoons and evenings: free time with optional activities

Swimming, sunbathing, walks, tavern
Conversations with others
Peace, relaxation
Opportunity for individual discussions with the seminar leaders (optional)
Planned activities such as boat trips, village visits, etc. (optional)

The alternation between inner work and the soothing atmosphere of cicada sounds, ocean waves and sunsets on the beach leads to greater clarity, emotional regulation and a noticeable strengthening of your inner balance.

Course led by

Thomas Weber

Course language

German, with English translation on request

Extension option:

The seminar ‘Intuitive Archery and Mindfulness’ will take place from 29 August.

November 15, 2025June 17, 2026Retreat

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER SELF

Holotropic Breathing

To start the day mindfully, we also offer sessions with silent and moving meditation.

The integration of experiences is also supported by mindful hiking:

‘When you walk, walk in such a way that each step brings you home – to the present moment’ (Thich Nhat Hanh).

Course management

Dr. Hans-Peter Weidinger, Daniela Weidinger and Michael Haid

Course language
German and English (translations available on request)

Good to know

Who is this seminar for?

This seminar is for you if you are interested in self-awareness and holotropic breathing;
therapists can receive confirmation of continuing professional development.

Requirements for participation

Notes on participation

Participation in the retreat is at your own responsibility and is subject to confidentiality regarding the content shared by participants.

The retreat is intended as a self-awareness experience and is not a substitute for psychotherapeutic or medical treatment.

Seminar period:

Arrival Saturday 19 September, seminar begins Sunday 20 September at 2:30 p.m.

Seminar ends Friday 25 September at noon, departure Saturday 26 September.

Registration and information about the retreat

via our enquiry button, or

Dr. Hans Peter Weidinger
Mobile: +43 664 4632707
Mail: hp.weidinger@holotrop.at, www.holotrop.at

Michael Haid
Mobile-Germany: +49 170 4433303
Mobile-Austria: +43 664 3848974
Mail: kontakt@michael-haid.de, www.michael-haid.de

November 15, 2025June 17, 2026Retreat

Coming home to yourself

This fasting retreat, designed and led by Christine Fegerl, is an invitation to reconnect with yourself: your body, your needs, your longing for peace and clarity. In short: to arrive at your true self.

Wir fasten nach Buchinger mit Gemüse- und Obstsäften sowie basischen Suppen, beginnen die Tage mit aktivem Erwachen am Strand oder der Yogaplattform im Olivenhain und nutzen das Meer für belebende Kneipp-Momente.

Contemplative hikes along centuries-old mule tracks take us from the sea to the interior of the country, while meditations en route under spreading plane trees or on the beach open up inner space for mindfulness and presence.

At the same time, there is enough free time to relax, read, reflect – or simply enjoy this enchanting place.

What to expect

This week is an invitation to reflect on yourself and recharge your batteries, both physically and mentally. The programme includes:

Fasting according to Buchinger: vegetables, fruit, juices and alkaline soups
Active waking with gentle movement exercises
Kneipp treatments in the sea
Contemplative walks through the surroundings
Meditation sessions on the beach or on the magnificent yoga terrace in the olive grove
Plenty of free time to relax, reflect or simply enjoy the moment

Your gain

Deep relaxation, inner peace and a return to yourself
Clarity, self-care and mindfulness in everyday life
Conscious movement, meditation and experiencing nature
Strengthening body, mind and soul
Gentle, alkaline nutrition to support your well-being

Course management

Mag. Christine C. Fegerl

For information and registration, please use our button or contact Christine Fegerl directly at:
+43 / (0)676 / 612 4606
info@lebensimpulse.info
You can find out more about Christine here:
Coming home to yourself – a fasting retreat on the Greek coast – Lebensimpulse – Mag. Christine C. Fegerl

Good to know

early bird until 31.12. 2026: 480 €
Bring-a-Friend promotion: €480 per person (save €140 when you come as a pair)
If you wish, you can also stay with us for two days before the event; simply let us know when you book.
Option to extend: ‘Mindfulness & Joy of Life’ with Peter Riedl from 15 May

early arrival is possible from the 20. 04, 2027

Course language

German (translations on request)

October 11, 2025June 16, 2026Retreat

HAPPY OLIVE HARVEST Autumn 2026

We cordially invite you to take part in our cheerful olive harvest in the picturesque Peli Kastri in southern Pelion!

Our olive harvest is not a typical retreat, instead it’s all about community, olive oil and exuberant celebrations. Our olives are harvested by hand and have to go to the mill on the same day because this is the only way to get the best oil from the olives. That’s why we all have to work together from October to January and every extra pair of hands is welcome. Work and celebration are inextricably linked for us. And don’t worry – there’s no shortage of relaxation.

What can you expect?

Happy olive harvest: Learn why it is important to harvest the olives quickly and help us to pick only the green olives from the tree – no fallen or red olives, we leave them for the birds.

Celebrate and enjoy: Experience our traditional harvest celebrations, including music and singing.

Exciting excursions: visit the oil mill with us and learn about the entire oil production process, walk with us across the calderimis to secluded bays (with a bit of luck we can still swim) and fascinating views.

Tree christening: You have the opportunity to choose a tree and adopt it for 1 year. Make your own name tag and hang it on the tree. If you wish, we can support you with your very own “christening ceremony”. More here.

Greek specialities cooking class: Get to know traditional Greek cuisine properly and, if you like, even learn to cook it yourself. (At the end, of course, we’ll all enjoy the meal we’ve cooked together over dinner.)

Introduction and organisation: On the first evening we discuss everything important – how to harvest the olives correctly and which tasks are to be distributed.

Child-friendly: Bring your children, the more the merrier.

Olive oil: By taking part, you’ll naturally secure a share of the harvest at a special price. Your olive oil (the quantity will be determined once the harvest is in) will be delivered to you fresh from March 2027.

What to bring with you: Work gloves/gardening gloves (we have some of course, but it’s more comfortable if they fit really well) and sturdy shoes

The exact program will be discussed with the group on site and is somewhat dependent on the weather.

Course management

Michael Haid, Elisabeth und Peter Riedl

Registration:

Please register in advance (see right). If you would like to help out a little but don’t want to take part in all the activities, you are cordially invited to join us on the first evening for the introduction and allocation.
If you are making a last-minute booking that does not require a room, please email olive@pelikastri.com by 10 October at the latest. Subject: “Happy harvest”.

We look forward to spending a wonderful time with you at the olive harvest and introducing you to the fascinating world of olives.

More about our olive oil and our vision: https://shop.pelikastri.com/

Course language

German, Greek, English, etc. at the olive harvest we all speak the same language and laughter is universally understood.