If you're a wellness enthusiast ready to explore a new way of intuitive living to transform your life, we invite you to embark on a journey that expands your heart space, and awakens your own sacred wisdom and intuitive knowing that will revitalize how you connect to your inner spirit on a daily basis.
As you settle into the serene surroundings of this picturesque retreat center, a sense of calm washes over you. The air feels light and charged with positive energy, carrying the scents of blooming flowers and freshly brewed herbal tea. The gentle breeze caresses your skin, and the soft sounds of nature create a soothing symphony in the background.
You just finished your first beautiful and heart opening cacao ceremony, and you're resting on your own private sunlit sun deck, feeling the support of the earth beneath you, grounding your energy. The sun's rays gently warm your face, inviting you to close your eyes and turn your focus inward.
With each deep breath, you begin to feel a gentle shift in your awareness. The external world starts to fade away, and you find yourself in a moment of profound stillness. Your mind, usually bustling with thoughts, quiets down, allowing you to connect with your inner sanctuary.
In this moment, you become aware of a soft, radiant light emanating from within. It feels like a warm, loving embrace, enveloping your entire being with a sense of security and acceptance. You feel a deep connection to your intuition—the wisdom that resides in the depths of your soul.
As you continue to breathe deeply, you notice a surge of sensations. A tingling feeling spreads from your heart center, expanding outward like ripples on a calm lake. It feels as if your heart is opening up, allowing you to access a wellspring of compassion and self-love.
Thoughts that once seemed noisy and chaotic begin to transform into gentle whispers of guidance. You feel a profound sense of clarity as you recognize the answers to questions that have been lingering within you. The doubts and uncertainties that once clouded your mind dissolve, revealing a path illuminated by your inner truth.
In this moment of connection with your intuition, you understand that you hold the key to your own growth and healing. You realize that you have the power to navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience. The retreat's teachings and practices have provided the space for you to tap into this well of wisdom and recognize your innate ability to make choices that align with your authentic self.
As you bask in the beauty of this inner sanctuary, a profound sense of inner peace washes over you. It's a peace that transcends any external circumstances—a deep knowing that you are exactly where you are meant to be, and that everything is unfolding as it should. A gentle smile graces your lips, a reflection of the harmony you feel within.
In this sacred moment, you understand that you can return to this inner sanctuary whenever you need guidance, comfort, or solace. It is a sanctuary that you can access anytime, anywhere—a wellspring of intuition, inner peace, and profound self-awareness that will continue to guide you long after the retreat has ended.
This retreat has been postponed until 2024! Please check back for details!
Learn various techniques, from ancient rituals to modern practices, that will help you release stagnant energies, negative emotions, and unwanted influences. By purifying your aura, you'll experience a renewed sense of clarity, balance, and harmony, paving the way for positive growth and self-discovery.
Learn about Cacao preparation to open and heal your heart while unearthing the rich history and cultural significance of cacao as you delve into its ancient origins. Through guided meditations and rituals, discover how cacao can deepen your connection with yourself and others, fostering a greater sense of love, compassion, and unity.
Learn the health benefits of the Blue Zone Diet, why choosing seasonal, quality foods is essential, and tips for adopting this plant-based, intuitive lifestyle. Learn how to optimize your health with summer food combinations and how our digestive system is modified in summer versus winter (raw versus cooked foods). Enjoy an interactive culinary experience with the Blue Zone Diet creator, Dr. Sophie Lelouch.
Despachos are designed to align, balance and harmonize the three levels of consciousness: the physical, the spiritual center and the heart center. The four elements of Earth are chosen and the offering built together, as a group, with intent and love. Ultimately, the Despacho offering goes back to Mother Earth, filled with prayer, intentions and vibrations of those participating as a living request to bring energy shifts and healing in exchange for the continued love and care of Mother Earth. The most important ingredient is your intent.
You yearn for a greater connection to your inner voice.
You want to trust and develop your inner guidance, making decisions that align with your true self.
You want to experience profound moments of stillness and tranquility, cultivating a sense of inner calm that extends beyond the retreat.
You are called to immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world, fostering a stronger bond with the earth and its healing energy.
You want to experience profound heart-opening moments, allowing for emotional release and healing.
You want to embrace intuitive eating practices, promoting a positive relationship with food and nourishing your body.
You are seeking practical tools and techniques for ongoing personal development beyond the retreat.
By Sophie Lelouche
6 Day + 5 Night stay at a secluded, eco-friendly retreat center with guided sound journeys, local plant -based food, mediations +ceremony sessions + lots of inspiring conversations and sacred circles throughout the week!
Suite Room (single/shared) or apartment-style accommodation of your choosing (see more on our Accommodations pages).
Daily plant-based home-cooked meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) by a personal French chef + healthy snacks (gluten-free options available upon request).
Introduction to the Plant-Based Diet and Blue Zone Diet workshops.
5 group Sound healing sessions with Yoga Nidra (evening and sunrise)
Ceremonial Cacao and Rituals and Energy cleansing workshop.
3 Yoga sessions.
Sacred Cacao and Despacho Ceremony to celebrate Fall Equinox
Excursions to Grotte de Clamouse, Saint Guilhem Le Désert, and the French Market.
Full Moon Closing Ceremony and Dinner overlooking the Occitan
Quiet Reflection time, Stargazing
Transportation from and to Montpellier International Airport or train station to the Zen and Sound retreat center will be provided by your Retreat staff
A safe, comfortable, dreamlike space with new friendships and cultural experiences.
Five beautiful nights at the enchanting Zen retreat center, just thirty minutes outside the heart of Montpelier as your own personal oasis. Choose from a number of rooms, each uniquely decorated and awaiting your soul's arrival into its magic. All meals are also included, as well as airport transfer to and from the Montpelier airport.
Marit embarked on this healing journey of self-discovery over 15 years ago, learning to thrive while living with an autoimmune disease. She started her mindfulness practice through Yoga and discovered the beautiful art of Meditation and Energy Healing shortly after. Her passion lies in holding space for others to connect with who they are and guiding them to radiate magic back into the world. Marit is certified in Reiki and Chinese energy medicine and is a Cacao Ceremony facilitator.
Sophie Lelouch is a doctor, health coach, writer, and painter from France. After moving to the US a few years ago, she discovered her passion for functional medicine, nutrition, and the blue zone lifestyle. She then realized it had been the starting point of her spiritual and healing journey, through designing and adopting a new way of living. She feels fulfilled by teaching and sharing her passion for life using nutrition, and daily health habits as her favorite tools.
David has an extensive background in alternative healing, with over 25 years of experience in globally renowned five-star spas, connecting with customers worldwide. Over time, he has come to find the most joy and passion using sound healing as a primary tool to help improve physical and emotional health. The overall benefits being ultimate relaxation and inner peace, during both one on one and a group experiences. David now regularly guides sound baths and Yoga Nidra meditations for groups and private clients.
In the village itself you will have time to wander around, take pictures or buy things. You will also find many opportunities to enjoy the culture, crafts and French gastronomy that we will enjoy for lunch.
The “Grotte de Clamouse” is one of the largest underground cave in the region; erosion has sculpted spectacular settings with rare stalactites, stalagmites and concretions. Bring your sense of adventure!
Local market visit followed by an interactive and co-created lunch with the group! Learn how to intuitively gather the healthiest and freshest produce and accoutrements for healthy and soul-satisfying meals.
Airfare: Montpellier(35 min) and Marseilles (2 hours) are the closest airports. You can also fly into Paris and catch a train.
Travel Insurance - highly suggested.
Booking for private sound healing, Reiki sessions, plant-based nutrition sessions, and massages are available during free time. For booking information, please email us before the retreat to secure your spot!
Other beverages outside of tea, coffee, and water.
One lunch when we go out to visit Saint Guilhem Le Désert.
A Clarity Call - 30 minutes of 1:1 time with Marit and David so we can get to know you personally and best support you on your journey.
Access to a Private Retreat WhatsApp Group - so we can connect pre-trip (you can ask questions and receive update-to-date trip info) and then we'll stay connected post-trip - and of course swap photos!
Pre-Trip Group call - you will have the chance to meet everyone in the group, share your intention and learn about everything you need to prepare!
Post-Trip Group Call - we will gather to help integrate your experiences once back at home!
Price per person
Double rooms sharing a very nice bathroom, as well as a dining kitchen.
They are equipped with twin beds with high quality mattresses. The twin beds can be pushed together to form a large king size double bed (180cm).
Equipped with a small, private kitchen, where you will have what to make yourself coffee, tea and herbal teas.
Price per person
Double rooms sharing a very nice bathroom, as well as a dining kitchen.
They are equipped with twin beds with high quality mattresses. The twin beds can be pushed together to form a large king size double bed (180cm).
Price per person
The duplex has private access to a roof terrace with panoramic views.
This large independent apartment has on the ground floor its bathroom with separate toilet, a spacious living room with kitchen where you will have what to make yourself coffee, tea and infusions, and two beautiful bedrooms on the first floor, equipped with twin beds with high quality mattresses. The twin beds can be pushed together to form a large king size double bed (180cm). The living room opens onto a small shaded terrace with a view of the swimming pool.
Price per person
Large independent apartment with its own private bathroom on the ground floor, a large living room with kitchen where you can make coffee, tea and infusions, a massage room, and a beautiful bedroom on second floor.
The bedroom is equipped with twin beds and high quality mattresses. The twin beds can be pushed together to form a large king size double bed (180cm). The living room opens onto a small shaded terrace with a view of the swimming pool.
Price per person
Very large bedroom on second floor, with it’s big bright private bathroom and private solarium terrace, and an exceptional panoramic view of Occitan nature.
This magnificent suite is equipped and twin beds with high -quality mattresses, and a small ethnic lounge where you will have coffee, tea and herbal tea. The twin beds can be joined together to form a large king size bed.
Single occupancy can be arranged. Please contact us for further details.
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