Date: September 22nd (Sun) 10:00 - 17:30, 2024
Location: Shimen, New Taipei City, Taiwan
Level: All levels are warmly welcomed
Category: Inspire & Connect
*Inspire & Connect provide retreats that help us pursue inner happiness, peace, freedom, and personal growth through wellness group activities. Here in a safe space, together we discuss ideas without judgment, and share stories we've never told a soul.
*The retreat will proceed with a minimum of 5 attendees. If there are fewer than 5 attendees, we will notify you and issue a full refund one week before the retreat starts.
*Please note that this is an adult-exclusive retreat available to people 16 years of age and older.
The golden autumn days invite us to this artistic sanctuary in the northern coast. Hidden within the verdant mountains, sunlight filters through the leaves like gentle hands, caressing every inch of skin, bringing a touch of warmth to the senses.
Following the gentle guidance, we use the simplest, purest sounds to retune the rhythm of life. Immersed in the resonant waves of singing bowls, they wash away long-held anxiety and worries, restoring inner peace and balance.
As our senses gradually awaken, creativity flows like a spring. We let go of inner tension, embrace each inspiration, receive the purification from crystals, and freely express various imaginations and creativity. We enter a state of flow with no external judgment, leaving us united with our present creation.
Then, we embark on an encounter with art and mindfulness: the finesse of the artwork is not the focal point; what matters is the focus and breakthrough of self-imposed limitations during the creative process. When we release the fear of "not being able to paint '' and the standards of "good" art, crossing over self-imposed and external barriers, true healing quietly occurs.
Emotions dance with the strokes of the brush, following inner guidance, focusing on personal feelings rather than others' opinions. Each stroke is an exploration and acceptance of the self. As ink blends with paper, inner unease and anxiety dissipate, leaving behind a new understanding and appreciation of oneself.
This flowing artistic awareness experience allows the healing touch of sound and art to soothe our hearts, helping us gain a deeper awareness of ourselves. With this renewed sense of balance and joy, we return to daily life, opening up infinite possibilities with a fresh perspective.
What To Expect
Wear your most comfortable clothes and bring environmentally friendly tableware.
Put down your phones and communicate with the world attentively.
Stay weird and stay unique.
Full schedule will be provided after booking is confirmed.
Art and Sound Healing : El & Nina
In this retreat, we will collectively experience the profound healing power of sound and art. El & Nina use diverse methods to guide us in opening our five senses, connecting different sensory experiences with our inner feelings, and bringing healing powers into our lives.
French mentor El has lived in Hawaii, India, Malaysia, London, and the Philippines. With over two decades of guiding experience, he specializes in various techniques such as “Energy Medicine," "Emotional Reprogramming," "Sound Healing," "Inner Dance," "Kundalini Yoga," and more. He has assisted people from around the world in adjusting their physical, mental, and spiritual states, overcoming challenges, including cancer patients.
"The greatest secret to maintaining physical health is to first take care of our emotional well-being." El is a nature enthusiast, a talented chef, a life enthusiast, and a keen observer of beauty in everyday life.
As an art creator and illustration therapist, Nina has navigated through the difficult phases of work-life balance. She is determined to engage in work that nurtures both the body and mind, living the life her soul truly desires.
“I find solace in doodling and creating art as a way to quiet my mind and release inner turmoil.”
Through methods such as "Energy Healing Illustrations," "Mandala Creation," "Crystal Information Reading," "Unicorn Reiki," "Emotional Reprogramming & Energy Medicine," Nina guides people to enhance self-awareness, release accumulated stress, and manage emotions.
El & Nina will gently guide everyone through the healing path.
*This session will be guided bilingually.
Space
Our space is located only ten minutes away from the ocean, giving us a chance to be very close to nature.
As you walk indoors, you will notice that the rooms are filled with arts and ornaments that light up our surroundings. While you are here, your soul is completely healed by the beauty of the environment.
Nourish
Soul Barn Private Chef loves exploring ingredients in its purest form and bringing out each ingredient’s specialty through different cooking techniques.
He believes that each ingredient is a gift from Mother Nature, and it is important to understand its benefits to our body and incorporate it into our meals.
Mindful Lunch
Red Wine Fig Salad
Tomato Basil Braised Chickpeas
Stir-fried Broccoli with Balsamic Glaze
Garlic Butter Mushroom Risotto
Sweet Soup
*Our private kitchen customizes the dishes according to the season and provides us with the freshest ingredients. Therefore, not all meals will be shown in the photos.
Transportation
Distance from Tamsui MRT Station
30 minutes drive
Distance from Baishawan Beach
10 minutes walk
Distance from North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration
3 minutes drive
10 minutes walk
*Transportation details will be informed one week prior to the event
*If you have any questions regarding transportation, please let us know!
Retreat Includes
Sound Meditation and Singing Bowl Meditation
Following simple sound guidance for meditation, let our body and mind be healed by the resonance of singing bowls, releasing all the fatigue and rejuvenating the body.
Plant and Crystal Live in Meditation
Experience the purity of crystals, draw inspiration from nature, and apply common elements in our daily lives through creatively crafted mandalas.
Simple Exercises for Art Healing
Revisit our childhood as an art practice for us — ordinary, simple, intuitive, and integrated into daily life. Follow the guidance to explore the inner light through artistic creation and heal the soul.
Meditation of Water and Ink
Dissolve our inner anxiety and anxiety of pen and ink. Freely enjoy our creative flow energy on the canvas.
Sharing Circle
Mindful Lunch
Music and snacks
A Great Opportunity to Unplug, Experience and Connect
*The Internet is required to be turned OFF during the event, yet photos are allowed to be taken during the entire time. (Please let us know if you need internet access, and we will arrange it for you.)
Retreat Price
Early bird tickets are limited, only 2 spots available.
Early Bird - 3,900 TWD per person
Standard - 4,350 TWD per person
Wellness Club Members - 3,690 TWD per person
(Learn more about our Wellness Club Members)
Soul Barn will provide our Stay Grounded and Flow & Balance yoga mat for attendees to use in the retreat.
If you wish to purchase your own yoga mat, please select “Add-on Stay Grounded Yoga Mat” or “Add-on Flow & Balance Yoga Mat” in our Reservation Form.
How To Book?
RESERVATION FORM:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis. Please click the “Book now“ button to fill in the reservation form, and wait patiently while we process your request.REQUEST PROCESSED:
You MUST add us on LINE (@soulbarn) and send a message providing the following information :Full Name:
Event date:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis, and they do get sold up really quickly. Our team will provide our bank account information as soon as we receive your message.
P.S. If you do not have a LINE account, please contact us through Facebook @soulbarn.
PAYMENT PROCESSED:
Please proceed with the payment at your earliest convenience no later than 3 days after you receive our bank account information. Without receiving your payment, the booking system will cancel your reservation automatically. Don’t forget to provide the last five digits of your bank account number and the total amount you have transferred.RESERVATION COMPLETED:
Please wait patiently as our team members contact you shortly. The reservation is completed once the payment is received.
* The Pre-Departure Notice (including the venue's address, the detailed schedule, and the recommended packing list. ) will be sent through our Official LINE one week prior to the event.
* To ensure the accuracy of information, please make sure all companions fill out the form as well.
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 100% refund.
Cancellations made between 2 - 13 days of the event will receive a 70% refund.
Cancellations made within 2 days of the event will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made on the day of the event or during the event are non-refundable unless an emergency occurred and is provided with proof.
However, the booking can be transferred to a different person if you’re unable to attend.
