De-stress upon arrival; connecting to the nature’s rhythms, inside & out.
Experience Emotional Healing and Embodiment through expertly curated workshops
Our retreat is designed for those seeking to re-connect with or deepen the connection to themselves while awakening to the language of their body’s life-force. From the moment you arrive you will begin a process of de-stressing by placing your feet on the earth, becoming aware of the wind on your body, the sun on your face and the song of the river and birds in your ears. Each moment is intentional and curated to harness the emotional healing balm that is the true experience of the moment.
Your choice to take a pause in this pristine nature and to join this thoughtful program will have a soothing effect lasting far beyond the weekend.
Expertly crafted workshops will enrich your journey as you are guided into emotional healing and embodiment through experiential learning. You are introduced to both ancient Yogic Sciences as well as Modern Scientific breakthroughs that will deepen your understanding of how to co-create the empowered and heart centered life you are seeking here on our beautiful Earth.
Our Heart’s electromagnetic energy field is more expansive than even the human brain. This field naturally radiates six feet beyond our physical body and has the capacity to influence the fields around us, including those of other humans. The Heart has a very special and significant influence on the body and mind, down to the cellular level. Modern science has proven a powerful link between the neurons of the heart and mind that is life changing. In this retreat, you will Dive Deep into the Science of the Heart and Experience practices to awaken you to your ability to emotionally heal, influence and shift your state of being. Embodiment is key to balance and health. We will learn many tools for this aim. This will not only increase your electromagnetic field of good vibes but also awaken you to the language of your body’s life force.
In the modern world, our sedentary lifestyle promotes stagnation and improper function of our bodies. Even if we exercise an hour a day we are considered “active sedentary”. This leads to unhealthy physical, mental, and emotional patterns. Busied and distracted by our life’s duties, we can disconnect from the core of who we are and forget our joy here on Earth. Combined, these factors have a daily effect on our body’s electromagnetic field, leading to poor quality of health, dysfunction in relationship, and the epidemic of dis-ease we collectively now face. Your guide Kristin English combines years of experience in various modalities to help support and guide you toward simple and profound truths.
She believes in and shares nature and movement as the a holistic medicine for creating presence, learning to be in the moment, as well as a potential cure/preventative medicine for many physical, mental emotional issues. The retreat process is what she refers to as “the Perfect Pause” where time and silence allow us to listen inward, accessing the answers and wisdom inside of each of us. It is possible to for us to learn to re-establish emotional balance, clarity, and peace. We can gain skills and make choices to balance the electromagnetic field within our body and restore our health, outlook, and experience of our lives. Join Full Moon Gazing to Move into a taste of this Wholeness. Are you ready to remember?
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One of most Beautiful peaceful Place ever been we booked The art of Healthy & Blissful living retreat , when we arrived I was so amazed of how the place look like so peaceful and Beautiful , the rooms are above expectation ,the bed was so comfortable and clean with a sauna in your room and everything brand new. Me and my husband are so lucky to meet someone like Deepak, he is so knowledgeable and very kind. He treated us like we are his family , we learned so much from him. The food is also unbelievable Liz the chef Were preparing our meals , so fresh all organic We are definitely recommending this magical place and I can’t wait to come back to do another retreat
Karen and Ben Hashalom
Very beautiful place. The host, Deepak, is very welcoming and friendly. Place has very positive vibes. I have been there a few times and always had excellent experiences. It’s an extraordinary place for meditation and a getaway from busy life. Above all, the food served is full of love.
Mandeep Patel
There is something so calming as soon as you set foot on the land at Vedanta. The wind blows through the trees and you let out a sigh of the busy and hectic life of these days. The programs held here take you deeply and nourishingly into yourself. They are held with the utmost reverence as time-honored tradition meets the realities and needs of those of us in the west. Reminding us of the power we carry within us when we slow down and tune in. The absolutely luxurious accommodations carry you further into relaxation, while the absolutely delicious vegetarian cooking brings warmth and satisfaction to your body. Deepak Swarup who oversees the grounds and the programs welcomes you with radiance, wisdom, and humor. And you feel so held by the magic of it all. The hiking is so beautifully meditative on the 24 acres of land, with more available with the sequoias nearby. And soaking in the natural public hot springs facility down the road is not to be missed! Deeply restorative to the body!
Araceli del Rio
The Vedanta Spiritual and Holistic Retreat Center is an amazing wellspring of calm where you immediately begin to unwind from the outside world. Deepak Swarup and Kristin greet you with a familiar warmth, generously inviting you into their sacred space. They lovingly nourish you with delicious food, spoil you with luxurious accommodations, and help you begin to breathe again in the quiet of the morning. The land offers solace too, whether you are hiking the Sequoia National Park or soaking in the CA hot springs, both of which are within minutes of the center. So sink in, enjoy a retreat, and let The Vedanta Spiritual Retreat Center envelop you in sacred harmony. You’ll be happy you did!
Katherine Davenport
Beautiful quiet place in nature with high end accommodations, gourmet food, and friendly staff. Lots of hiking trails around and a public hot spring close by. Highly recommended, have been several times and will continue to come back!
Dan Blanchard
This was my first retreat at Vedanta and it was truly transformative. I needed some spiritual healing after separating from my husband of 20 years, and it has given me the tools to navigate this rocky road. Not only was the content nurturing, but so too were the space and the food.
The space: this is a beautifully restored ranch home with the best of everything. The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable. The towels and blankets were soft. Each bathroom has a bidet. The shower was amazing, although it took some time to figure it out! The kitchen is every gourmet’s dream. The yoga studio is beautiful. Everywhere you look, there is beauty. And the grounds, well, they border the Sequoia National Forest. You can walk forever in pure bliss.
The food: excellent! Not just nourishing, but absolutely delicious. I didn’t know that vegan food could actually be enjoyable. I had seconds, and sometimes thirds, at almost every meal. And I left feeling much healthier than when I arrived.
The content: it works if you use it. It has been 2 months since I attended. At that time, I was ‘too busy’ one week to do my morning routine and that is the week that I fell apart. What I learned there is keeping me grounded and whole during one of the most difficult times of my life.
Much thanks and gratitude to Deepak for creating such a beautiful and healing space. I can’t wait to come back!
Lori DriscollAttending a retreat around a full moon can offer many potential benefits for participants.
Human emotions have relation to the waters of the human body. Full moons are known to influence the bodies of waters on earth’s surface, and this includes the influence on the nature of our own waters. Being in a retreat setting during a full moon allows you to harness this heightened emotional state, while working with equanimity, to create personal growth and transformation. The combination of these factors allows for an energetic shift in the environment and participant.
Full moons are then associated with emotional release and transformation. Our retreat program, skilled guide, private natural landscape and digital detox all combine to provide you with a supportive environment for introspection, self-reflection and healing practices, allowing you to release unwanted patterns. Participants experience deep healing on various levels.
Nature Connection: The Full Moon Gazing retreats take place in a serene natural setting providing a digital detox, the sound of the river and unobstructed star or moon gazing. Our Rustic Luxury Retreat Center is located on 240 Acres of private Oak Woodlands in a literal womb of mountains making this an extra special place to re-connect to wild nature. Participants truly experience the healing energy of nature through the various outdoor forest bathing activities. Spending time in nature promotes relaxation, grounding, healthy sleep patterns and a deep sense of connection and rejuvenation.
Full moons are also considered to be a time of heightened intuition and insight. Our retreat environment and program encourage and share mindfulness, meditation, and self-inquiry, which can facilitate a deeper connection with your inner wisdom and intuitive guidance.
Release and Renewal: Full moons symbolize completion and the culmination of a cycle. This makes it an opportune time for releasing what no longer serves you, while letting go of negative patterns, beliefs, or attachments. This program provides a supportive space to engage in ceremonies and practices to help facilitate this release process as well as to make space for what we want to Grow, Cultivate or Nourish in the coming cycle of our life.
Our retreat offers a focused environment for setting clear intentions for you to align with your desires for personal growth and transformation. This process begins from the moment you arrive until the closing circle. In fact, you will begin this process before you arrive through inspirational homework and a support call with the teacher to share your needs and intentions to make the most of your time together.
Full Moon Gazing retreats have always attracted like-minded individuals seeking similar experiences. The retreat community provides a supportive and nurturing environment where you can connect with others on a similar path, share experiences, and gain support in your personal journey. We have witnessed many friendships being forged under our Sierra Nevada Full Moons.
Contact for More Details: Kristin at info@vshr.org
Vedanta Spiritual & Holistic Retreat
Vedanta Spiritual & Holistic Retreat is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and holistic living programs in a peaceful natural setting. 100% of all donations and retreat fees support participant wellbeing and the care of our land. Our retreat is sustained entirely by volunteers, dedicated to creating a sanctuary for peace, healing, and connection.
