Retreat Bali

We are introduced to the mystical soul of Bali, also known as ‘the land of the Gods’. All over Bali there are daily rituals, from the colorful villages to the serene temples and shrines. Offerings are made in banana leaf trays filled with rice grains, petals, fruit, and coins surrounded with incense. Blessings are requested so that good will conquer evil, light will make darkness disappear, and heads bow to the heart. There is music and dance so that only the pearl within the heart sparkles.

Balinese rituals

On our journey we will discover the healing qualities and power of both small daily rituals and grand temple ceremonies, and experience the beauty and lightness of Bali that makes the pearl within your heart sparkle.

We will experience that the rituals bring balance and harmony, a unity with your own heart – your own sacred space of light – and you will act more and more in accordance with that light – with your true self.

Bathing in the water of the sacred temples

We have the unique opportunity to immerse ourselves in the water of the most sacred water temples of Bali, and we will receive blessings and healing on a physical, emotional and spiritual level.

Our accommodation: Gaia Retreat Center

Surrounded by terraced rice fields, in the peace and quiet and yet only 15 minutes walking distance from the cultural and spiritual heart of Bali, Ubud (Balinese for ‘medicine’) and voted the friendliest town in Asia, we are guests in the beautiful, lovely and hospitable Gaia retreat center.

We have the entire complex at our disposal and the comfortable rooms, in Balinese style, are situated in the beautiful jungle-style garden. Every room is authentic and they all have a view of the garden, the rice fields or our (chlorine-free) private swimming pool.

The vegetarian meals are exquisite, lavish and prepared with fresh local ingredients. From the semi-open dining room we can enjoy the characteristic Balinese view – the terraced rice fields.

The entire retreat center is fully focused on giving us an unforgettable retreat and supporting us in our inner journey.
We are welcomed with a traditional Balinese ritual in which we receive blessings so we may experience prosperity and abundance.

Program

We start the day with yoga and meditation on the open yoga platform – the heart of the complex, surrounded by palm trees. Following breakfast we set off and discover authentic Bali and its rituals and ceremonies. We walk across the vast green rice fields, experience the magnificence of the jungle, listen to the rustling of palm trees and enjoy colorful villages on our way. During our journey we will mostly be in silence.

In the afternoon there is time for relaxation in the oasis of tranquility at the retreat center and there is plenty opportunity to work on your personal assignments. Relax in one of the sun loungers by the cozy pool, retreat to your own comfortable room or take a seat in one of the seating areas in the idyllic jungle-style garden.

Late in the afternoon the program continues with a short meditation and sharing experiences. We end the day with an excellent meal and a short evening meditation.

When the retreat ends, we will also conclude it with an authentic Balinese farewell ritual.

The Bali retreat is an in-depth experience for a unique journey to the pearl within your own heart

The retreat provides:

• a deeper contact with your true self

• attunement to the pearl within your own heart

• increased awareness about and insight into your life questions and themes

• an inner transformation that leads to:
  * lightness in your life 
  * more joy and confidence in your life path 
  * renewed inspiration in life and work 
  * increased relaxation of body and mind
  

See also the page: Impressions Bali Retreat in words and images

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