For most people, a break from daily life is anything between a weekend getaway to a 2 week trip. Travelling even less than 200 kilometres out of your city can uplift your mood or change your perspective – That’s the magic of a vacation!
While some find stress relief by laying on the beach or visiting a spa, the best way to take a break is to leave city life behind and enjoy a comfortable stay at a wellbeing retreat. Dharana at Shillim, a luxury wellbeing retreat offers the perfect distraction-free sanctuary to take a break, prioritise your wellbeing, and reconnect with nature and yourself.
Our ayurvedic retreat’s holistic approach offers a variety of personalised programmes that focus on your specific wellbeing goals while also addressing the capabilities and limitations of each individual. We recognise the interconnectedness of mind,body and soul and guide you towards improving overall wellbeing through our encompassing 5 pathways approach:
– Preventive Medicine: Your wellbeing journey begins with an in-depth assessment and diagnosis to help determine your health status and specific needs. Using this information our wellbeing experts create a comprehensive dincharya (daily routine) for your comfortable stay.
– Healing Nutrition: The health retreat emphasises a diet rich in nutrients and based on local, organic and seasonal ingredients. Each meal reflects their commitment to harnessing nature’s offerings for a healthier body.
– Physical Restoration: To help restore the body’s strength and vitality while improving flexibility, stamina and cardiovascular health, many learning programmes are included at the wellbeing retreat.
– Emotional Balance: Stress relief and mental clarity are achieved through mindful practices and focused counselling, helping guests manage their emotions more effectively after a behavioural assessment.
– Spiritual Harmony: Dharana fosters a deeper spiritual connection with yourself and your surroundings, offering balance and an enriched sense of purpose.
Dharana at Shillim isn’t just a holistic retreat, it’s a biodiversity hotspot. The surrounding Shillim forest is a protected natural reserve, teeming with flora and fauna, thanks to conservation efforts of Dharana and the Shillim Institute. It’s akin to a ‘Devrai’ (sacred grove), where the forest’s spiritual connection, rich biodiversity, and natural healing properties have long been revered. Walking through the forest trails, one can feel the calming effect of nature’s embrace and the interconnectedness of all living beings. One of the greatest benefits is the healthy Air Quality Index (AQI). With crisp, unpolluted air, guests can breathe easier, feeling an immediate impact on their overall health. Through guided learning programmes in nature, Dharana at Shillim helps integrate conscious and healthy habits into your daily routine. The forest retreat’s nature-led learning programmes have many wellbeing benefits like:
1. Reducing Stress:
Dharana at Shillim’s nature-centric learning programmes, such as forest bathing and stream exploration, allow guests to slow down and truly immerse themselves in the healing power of nature. As they walk through the Devrai-like forest, stress and anxiety start to melt away, fostering a sense of calm that’s difficult to achieve in daily life.
2. Improving Physical Fitness:
Spending time outdoors naturally encourages movement, Shillim Peak Adventure, Aqua Aerobics and E-bike Exploration are just some of the learning programmes amidst lush greenery. This not only improves physical fitness but also offers a holistic connection between body and nature.
3. Boosting Creativity:
In a world dominated by screens and overstimulation, our mental health retreat offers a refreshing break. Learning programmes like ceramic therapy, Dharana Culinary Studio and Still life painting ignite a creative spark. This healthy mental stimulation is crucial for clarity of thought, rejuvenation and problem solving.
4. Improving Mental Health:
Nature is a powerful mood booster, and our meditation and yoga retreat has dedicated healing spaces for fostering positive mental health. Alongside guided meditation sessions in serene outdoor locations, studies show being surrounded by greenery improves mental health and overall wellbeing. Additionally, spending quality time with your loved ones while enjoying a meal or calming tea will improve your mood.
5. Experiencing Nature:
Spaces where people can connect with nature are becoming increasingly rare. Our healing retreat encourages engaging learning programmes like Birds of Sahyadris (bird watching) allowing guests to rediscover the joy of interacting with nature. These experiences are not only deeply relaxing but also provide opportunities for growth and learning in a natural setting.
Dharana at Shillim provides a one-of-a-kind, nature-led healing experience at a transformative place where you can escape the stress of daily life and return to a state of balance. So why wait? Make Dharana at Shillim your next vacation destination and consciously prioritise your health by calling us at 0124-4344344, or book your stay here!