SANGHA Retreat by OCTAVE · SUZHOU CHINA
16-19 April 2026


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for a flourishing future toward Oneness.

Converging Global Forces for Transformation, Architecting a New Era of Well-being

AT ONE IMPACT WEEK is a major international convening initiated by Mr. Chavalit Frederick Tsao, fourth-generation steward of the TPC (Tsao Pao Chee) Group. It brings together business leaders, change-makers, philanthropists, and public-sector leaders to re-examine prevailing value systems and co-create new pathways that serve the well-being of life. More than a large-scale gathering, AT ONE IMPACT WEEK is a catalytic platform for collective action. It is a living arena where ideas are translated into practice—through the Well-being Economy dialogues, hands-on impact labs, and cultural experiences grounded in the healing arts.

Here, we move beyond boundaries and silos, coming together to advance a more balanced, meaningful, and flourishing future for humanity.

Our Steward: Chavalit Frederick Tsao and a Century of Heritage

Chavalit Frederick Tsao is the fourth-generation steward of TPC (Tsao Pao Chee), a family business with more than 120 years of history, established in the late 1800s during the Qing Dynasty.

He discovered that the principle behind sustainability is oneness. Our purpose for being is to “Add Value to Life.” He envisions humanity entering a new era of well-being, where businesses lead the change in shaping a global economy focused on "well-being and happiness". The principle for well-being is that "we can be well only when everything around us is well."

He believes that business must be a force for good, love in action and can shape the new well-being economy in partnership with public and philanthropy sectors. This world is calling, and the field is ready—this is his reason for initiating AT ONE IMPACT WEEK, for he knows he cannot do this alone!

2026 Focus: Cultivating Impact for Flourishing

This year we explore the Eastern pathway of this transformation. We believe that practices rooted in ancient wisdom, social responsibility, and modern innovation—from green finance and resilient communities to future education—are revealing the true nature of prosperity: one that does not arise from competition, but from regeneration, collaboration, and a deep care for life.

Guided by the spirit of Oneness (AT ONE), we integrate moral purpose into the design of systems and actions, ranging from the well-being economy and impact investing to the building of communities of well-being. This reflects not only material progress, but also the harmonious coexistence of spiritual abundance and ecological renewal—recognizing that meaningful evolution ultimately returns to care for life.

Let capital flow with conscience. Let prosperity restore the Earth. And let human hearts move forward together—guided by trust, purpose, and a shared commitment to life.

Recap: The Week in Motion

Join us for a 4-Day Journey of Co-creating Impact

AT ONE IMPACT WEEK CHINA 2026 is more than a gathering – it’s a living space for collaboration, where business, capital, and community converge to turn bold ideas into shared action.

That shared commitment comes to life across Six Pillars of the Well-being Economy – the strategic arenas where deep change must happen:

SIX PILLARS OF THE
WELL-BEING ECONOMY


  • CLIMATE & NATURE

  • CIRCULAR ECONOMY

  • ENERGY TRANSITION

  • FOOD SYSTEMS

  • HUMAN CONSTRUCT

  • WELL-BEING
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Well-being:
The Core Purpose of Impact


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Climate & Nature:
From Emergence to Ecology


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Energy Transition:
The Infrastructure of Regeneration


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Food Systems:
Transforming Food for Health, Community, and Climate


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Human Construct:
Rewriting the Operating System of Society, From Extraction to Regeneration


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Circular Economy:
From Waste to Worth: Recycling as the Engine of the Circular Economy

Together, these pillars and domains of impact align with and accelerate the priorities of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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Understand Their Heart

Event calendar icon 19 Apr 2026, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM (GMT+8:00)
Mapmarker icon The Sanctuary Foyer

Understand Their Heart centers on the wisdom of Humanology, interpreting the innate life information and inborn characteristics within every individual. It helps you see the true motives and natural predispositions behind people’s behaviors. Free of superstition and labeling, this course unfolds the fundamental laws of human nature, teaching you to truly understand your children, family, spouse, and everyone around you. You will learn to work with innate nature, embrace differences, resolve conflicts, and live in harmony with yourself and others. In the end, you will achieve inner coherence and live a relaxed, fulfilling life.

Entering the Universe: Handpan Deep Healing Workshop

Event calendar icon 19 Apr 2026, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM (GMT+8:00)
Mapmarker icon Connection Room5

This course focuses on the therapeutic attributes of the handpan and its practical applications. We will dive deep into vocal scale chanting, the perception of harmonic coloring, and healing-style performance techniques. By mastering the nuanced control of timbre and dynamics—along with advanced expressions such as overtones and "fan" strokes—you will learn to harness frequency resonance to purify the mind and body. Embark on a profound journey of self-healing and sonic exploration. This curriculum offers a holistic elevation in tonal quality, melodic sensibility, rhythmic groove, and emotional expression. It is designed to sharpen your musical intuition and creativity, guiding you from foundational entry to advanced mastery. Course Syllabus: The "Ding": Opening the gateway to rhythm and pulse. Scale Chanting: Aligning voice and vibration. Harmonic Perception: Sensing the emotional colors of chords. Aesthetic Appreciation: Exploring diverse healing musical styles. Advanced Articulation: Precision control of overtones, dynamics, and fan techniques. Healing Flow: Sharing the secrets of fluid, meditative performance.

Mindfulness Meditation for Teenagers

Event calendar icon 19 Apr 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (GMT+8:00)
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Empowering Young Minds: Tailored Mindfulness for Today’s Youth Today’s teenagers navigate a world of relentless academic pressure, intense competition, and a constant barrage of digital distractions. Without the tools to manage high-stress environments or anchor their attention, many become overwhelmed, often leading to emotional burnout. While the benefits of mindfulness—stress reduction, emotional regulation, and enhanced academic performance—are scientifically proven, adult-centric practices rarely resonate with younger minds. Teacher Shi Zhihong, an expert in mindfulness education, has bridged this gap. By integrating international best practices with a deep understanding of adolescent psychology, he has crafted a vibrant, engaging curriculum. Through dynamic visualizations, simplified meditations, and a balanced mix of movement and stillness, this workshop transforms abstract concepts into joyful, practical skills. It is an essential toolkit for students to reclaim their focus and find peace amidst the pressure. Who should attend: This session is ideal for parents of all ages (to share with their children), as well as students from senior primary school through university.

Natural Exploration

Event calendar icon 19 Apr 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (GMT+8:00)
Mapmarker icon The Lawn

We lead children on a wondrous odyssey of natural discovery. Under the guidance of professional mentors, children explore their local ecosystems through interactive games, sensory observation, and creative crafts. The course sparks curiosity, nurtures observational skills, and integrates mindfulness with ecological stewardship. By immersing themselves in nature, children learn joyfully, building a deep connection with the natural world that nourishes their holistic physical and mental growth.

Awakening Fortune: Plant Energy Healing

Event calendar icon 19 Apr 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (GMT+8:00)
Mapmarker icon Connection Room 11

Returning to Sensory Awareness Through a mindful scent ceremony, we bridge the gap between nature and the self. As we layer essential oils into our palms, we observe our immediate reactions and shifting mental states. This practice is more than just smelling; it is a sensory deep-dive into how botanical energy reshapes our emotional landscape. Even with the same blend, every nose tells a different story—reflecting the unique signature of your current well-being. We prioritize experience over preference. Rather than simply deciding if a scent is "pleasant," we use the aroma as a mirror to reflect our inner physical and emotional state. By sharing these insights, we begin to recognize our true selves and our deepest underlying needs. Who Should Attend? Nature Lovers: Those curious about the profound energy of plant essences. Mindfulness Seekers: Individuals wanting to practice emotional awareness and presence. The Grounding Path: People looking to build unshakeable confidence and stability. The Magnetic Self: Anyone wishing to enhance their personal charisma or cultivate an "Abundance Aura" to attract prosperity. The Alchemy of Plant-Based Wealth Healing Unlock a foundational understanding of plant energetics. Through scent exploration, you will: Celebrate Your Uniqueness: Discover what your aromatic responses reveal about your personality. Strengthen Your Roots: Build grounding power, self-assurance, and interpersonal harmony. Calibrate Your Energy: Experience firsthand how different aromatic profiles influence your mood and vibrational frequency. A Note on Intention: The abundance these "Wealth Oils" bring is a direct reflection of the strength of your own intention. The more powerful your will to thrive, the more these botanical allies can offer!

Shen-Shi Tea Ritual: Ancient Daoist Breathwork & Imperial Tea Alchemy

Event calendar icon 19 Apr 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (GMT+8:00)
Mapmarker icon Thought For Food Market - The Lounge

1. Teachings of Ancient Daoist Breathwork: Master the Six-Character Formula (Liu Zi Jue)—a sacred breathing technique for internal cultivation. 2. The Heritage of Imperial Tea Paste: Experience the revival of an intangible cultural heritage—the Qing Dynasty Imperial Tea Resin. 3. Awaken Energy through the Seven Bowls: During the Shen-Shi hour (15:00–17:00), use tea as a vessel to relieve stagnation, unblock meridians, and restore your vital energy. Ancient Wisdom for Modern Vitality A single session of quiet cultivation for a lifetime of benefit. Grounded in the breathing methods of Tao Hongjing (the patriarch of the Maoshan Sect), we utilize Puer tea paste—noted by the renowned Qing Dynasty physician Zhao Xuemin—and the meditative "Seven Bowls of Tea" philosophy by Lu Tong. This is an immersive journey of detoxification, healing, and mindfulness. Within the seven bowls, the vital energy (Qi) of the Daoist "Grotto-Heavens" unfolds: Bowls 1–3: Moistens the throat and dispels loneliness – Awakens the spirit. Bowls 4–5: Purges internal toxins and induces light perspiration – Unlocks the meridians. Bowls 6–7: Purifies the body and connects with the divine – Returns energy to the source. [The Core Experience] Daoist Breathwork × Handmade Ginseng-Puer Tea Paste × The Ritual of Seven Bowls. Seeking the Way through tea; attaining truth through ritual. Special Offering: Our tea paste is personally recreated by the inheritor of intangible cultural heritage in Traditional Chinese Medicine processing, following the exact records of the Qing Dynasty masterpiece, Supplement to the Compendium of Materia Medica. Two-Hour Immersion Program 15:00 – 17:00: Shen-Shi Tea Ritual: Six-Character Formula Instruction & Practice + The Seven Bowls Tea Ceremony. Closing Gift: A hand-drawn Daoist Peace Amulet (Fu) blessed by the Daoist Priest.

The Art of Restoring the Vital Flow

Event calendar icon 19 Apr 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (GMT+8:00)
Mapmarker icon The Sanctuary

Learn your inner map, how to find blocked energy points and release stagnant energy in the body through specific movements and breathing techniques designed to open the twelve primary meridians and the eight extraordinary channels. By harmonizing body, breath, and mind, this practice enhances vitality, reduces stress, and supports physical and mental balance. Rooted in a distinguished lineage of healers and decades of hands-on experience with traditional healing systems, this synthesis offers participants a profound and uniquely integrative mind-body cultivation experience.

Qigong for Inspiration and Creativity

Event calendar icon 19 Apr 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (GMT+8:00)
Mapmarker icon Inspiration Room

As an ancient Chinese practice qigong takes a holistic approach to healing. It is a powerful technique that harmonizes body and mind. In this workshop participants will explore how and why bringing our attention to the center of our body helps us to find creative solutions and inspiration. You will learn a simple method to still the mind and to gain clarity through tranquility.

AT ONE Well-being Economic Forum

Main Conference: Strategic Cultivation
A Dialogue Reshaping Global Consensus

This is not only a platform for integrating Eastern and Western wisdom, but also fertile ground for jointly exploring the future direction of a Well-being Economy. We will bring together diverse perspectives and converge them into more holistic Eastern wisdom and practical pathways. Together with century-old inheritors and global actors, we will take part in shaping a shared vision of regenerative prosperity. Through dialogue grounded in consensus, we aim to affirm each participant’s leadership role in advancing impact investing and driving sustainable transformation.

Parallel Lab: Co-creation and Symbiosis
An Engine for Transforming Vision into Action

This is a hands-on arena for translating grand narratives into concrete plans, and a key node for connecting cross-border resources and incubating innovative ecosystems. It offers an efficient “social + co-creation” platform where multidimensional interactions enable the direct integration of technology, capital, and brand vision into practical solutions. This is not merely about resource matching, but about deep value integration with future core partners.

The Well-Being Economic Forum 2026

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The Well-Being Economic Festival

Celebration of Life: An Immersive Odyssey
A sensory journey blending aesthetic beauty with inner awakening

100+ Curated Workshops and Master Classes
Deep-dive practices focused on OCTAVE 8 Living Habits

220+ Mindful & Eco-friendly Brands
Elevate your energy with conscious consumption

A Global Convergence of Healing
From dawn to dusk, 4 days of non-stop performances to celebrate life

Celebration of Life Exhibition
A Sensory Journey of Awakening to Well-being

An immersive exploration of life awakening, this exhibition invites visitors to move from ‘connection in love’ toward ‘unity between humanity and nature’ through interactive experiences. Through deep engagement with the beauty of character, ethics, shared practice, truth-seeking, and nature, we rediscover the warmth of life in love and gratitude, and together contribute to the renewal of a flourishing civilization.

The 8 Living Habits Practice
Energy & Self-Cultivation Workshop

Spanning 4 days across 9 venues, this program unites 100+ global mentors under OCTAVE´s ‘8 Living Habits’ framework to create a holistic sanctuary for high-net-worth participants. Offering 2,800 seats across 96 workshops (32 complimentary), it empowers well-being through high-quality interactions deeply integrated into core lifestyle scenarios.

Mindful Green Marketplace
Conscious Consumption

Featuring 30 purpose-driven brand founders, this marketplace unites offerings rooted in mindfulness and eco-conscious values. Artisanal products rich in lifestyle aesthetics and healing qualities invite conscious living in practice. Each purchase becomes a meaningful gesture toward a better future, fostering direct dialogue between creators and consumers who value quality and responsibility. Showcasing a pioneering ESG spirit, we collectively nurture a warmer, more resilient circular ecosystem.

Celebration of Life Gala
A Cross-Border Healing Themed Gathering

This celebration weaves together the opening and closing ceremonies, welcome dinner, music performances, and a mystery gathering into a continuous experiential journey through the healing arts. Through light, rhythm, and shared presence, industry boundaries dissolve. In a celebratory atmosphere, participants connect deeply with like-minded peers. As we toast to life, unity unfolds, allowing seeds of impact to take root and flourish at the celebration´s peak.

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Whether you come to connect, co-create, or spark new dialogue, you are warmly invited to resonate with us at AT ONE IMPACT WEEK.
Cultivating Impact for Flourishing Toward Oneness

SANGHA Retreat by OCTAVE

SANGHA Retreat by OCTAVE is located by Yangcheng Lake in Suzhou, China, covering approximately 189,000 square meters. As a large-scale wellness and mindfulness community, it embodies the vision of founder Frederick Chavalit Tsao. It aims to guide guests through the practice of the ‘Eight Habits of Life’—Breathing, Eating, Movement, Sleeping, Stillness, Worldview, Middleway, and Celebration of Life — to immerse themselves in body-mind integration, elevate inner awareness, and discover a transformative holistic wellness experience.

Address: 199 Yangcheng Ring Road, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu Province, China.
Tel:+86 512 6788 1068

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