A few days ago, I was asked what Reiki is and how we do it at The Retreat.

Reiki it's a practice rooted in ancient wisdom and spiritual healing. Developed by the Japanese Buddhist Mikao Usui, Reiki harnesses the universal life force energy, known as chi, to facilitate healing on multiple levels – physical, emotional, and spiritual.

I want to share with you a topic that's close to my heart and has been a game-changer in my own life: gratitude. As someone who's walked the path of healing and transformation, I've come to understand the profound impact that gratitude can have on our well-being.

Ah, the journey through menopause – a rollercoaster ride of mental, physical, and emotional shifts that every woman embarks upon. It's an experience that's as unique as we are, with some gracefully breezing through, while others navigate a sea of symptoms like emotional turbulence, physical disruptions, and a rollercoaster of hormones trying to find a new balance. There are ways to dance through this phase with grace and come out on the other side radiating comfort, peace, and joy.

Many years ago I resolved never to bother with New Year's resolutions, and I've stuck with it ever since. Resolutions are finite and can set one up for disappointment. ⁣ Instead, when starting a new year or hitting the reset button, I take the time to set intentions, create dreams, and manifest. And you know what adds an extra spark? Crystals. On this Blog post I’ll share with you some of my favourite rituals at The Retreat to boost your frequencies and manifestation power.

If you are planning to visit Vida Mia or you are still thinking about your time at the Spa, here are 3 facials you can make at your own house, with things you might already have in your fridge!

A few days ago, The Retreat Costa Rica was included in an article about Forest Bathing and has since been recognized by several magazines and experts as one of the best destinations to do Forest Bathing. But what exactly is Forest Bathing? I'll explain:

Many people confuse Candida with Candidiasis. But there’s a big distinction between the two. Candida is a genus of fungi that typically live in our bodies and on our skin. Therefore, it’s perfectly normal for it to be present in your organism. However, some types of Candida, such as Candida albicans, can cause infections in case of an overgrowth. And this infection is called Candidiasis and is treated with antifungal medication. Now, some complementary and alternative medicine practitioners say that you can prevent this overgrowth with a candida cleanse. While there’s little evidence to support this claim, it’s worth considering it. After all, a bit of detoxing can give your body a healthy boost. So, let’s find out what is Candida and how to perform an intestinal cleanse.

There are ways to create balance to minimize the turbulence, to help reset the body, to calm the mind and allow the true essence of menopause to do what it does best: bring comfort peace and joy to this life phase.  Here are some ideas that may help alleviate your menopause symptoms.

Our skin is the largest organ in our body and is the biggest indicator of our health. It’s also the first visible sign of aging, but by following these steps you can help slow down and even reverse the signs of aging naturally! Follow these 3 steps to look and feel younger.

When your hormones are imbalanced, it throws off systems within your body and causes you to eat more and to store more fat. Follow these steps to achieve hormone balance

Eating foods with life-enriching energy will literally transfer the wholesome force directly into your body, giving you more vibrance, better health, and radiant beauty. Here are the main food categories that you must incorporate or avoid into your diet to get incredible results.

Relax your way to a lighter, more peaceful and youthful you without diet or exercise.

Indulge with this delicious and sexy salad. This recipe is very simple and you can find most of the ingredients in your fridge.