International Lifestyle Magazine Issue 50 | Page 44
The main house is just stunning, light, airy and even though it can sit 35 people for a meal, it has a feeling of openness and space, a place where you can truly be. The veranda allows space for everyone to enjoy breakfast whilst breathing in the fresh air and taking time to appreciate the beauty around you. This instantly eliminates stress so all the wonderful nutritious food you will be enjoying will be replenishing your body to the core. Your mind will be clear for the day ahead and you will be read, and open, to embrace the opportunities before you. You will also find in the main house a spa, steam room and therapy room. One of the main aspects that drew me to look deeper into Monte Velho was the Holistic Riding Center, which is also situated within the retreat. As an owner of horses myself, I understand fully their spiritual connection with us and just how much they can bring to each of us. I ask, everyday, “You are my teacher, I am the student, what is my lesson for the day” just by sitting silently you can hear the reply. Even if you have never come into contact with a horse in your life, I can promise you that you will be moved by them. They instinctively know what you are thinking, how
you are feeling and you cannot hide your emotions from them. Once you have been on this journey, you will never go back, you will have a connection with horses that will stay with you forever. http:// www.montevelhoecoretreats.com/ holistic-riding-center/ Coming up shortly is a wonderful retreat, the details are listed within this article, but I do really recommend that you take a look at the site and see for yourself, just how beautiful this retreat really is you will probably never want to come home again! www.montevelhoecoretreats.com Qi Gong & Meditation Retreat with Pragata September 21st to 28th, 2013 in Portugal /Algarve The event: One week to get in tune with oneself and with the all pervading life force, through Qigong, the millenary Art of Energy, sitting and dynamic meditation techniques, stories of the wise ones of the east, as well as through walks on pristine wild beaches and baths in invigorating Atlantic Ocean. During this retreat, Pragata will introduce on top of the 18 Lohan Hands a whole new dimension called Lohan Arts, for developing internal force. Old students will be amazed by the power of these new forms.
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