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Beyond expectations…
I always try to arrive without expectations, as the old saying goes, disappointment takes great planning… but - wow.
I’ve been to a lot of retreats and sat in a lot of medicine ceremonies where ‘radical transformation’ has been promised. They’ve all delivered in one way or another, but none more so than this. More often than not, it’s down to me. The work I’ve done in the build up; the preparation, intention setting and sitting down in ceremony knowing that I’m ready to surrender.
I had prepared myself before arriving at Soul Centro, but did arrive with a lot of trepidation. This was the big one. The root of Africa (in Costa Rica : ).
As soon as I arrived I was greeted by the sweetest smile and handed a chilled coconut water. I was then shown to my private air conditioned room overlooking the pool, surrounded by hammocks. My suspicions became aroused - I might have to leave some of my hardships behind…
Meeting Elizabeth for the first time is like having a warm blanket wrapped around you. Her maternal and caring energy is abundant and her piecing eyes have that knowing look that shows the wisdom behind them. Chor’s energy is more subtle at first as he sizes you up, but then his wisdom and caring energy is no less abundant, and his strength is clear to see. They’re about the safest pair of hands you could wish for and knowing they’re there allows you to go beyond the edge. (Btw, they’re also both hilarious - very important asset in my book!)
If that’s not safe enough, there’s also a doctor on site at all times and throughout ceremony who is constantly monitoring you.
I won’t say too much about ceremony as that’s for you to discover if you should choose to do this for yourself. What I will say is that is unflinchingly authentic and steeped in the traditions of the Bwiti people of Gabon. Honouring his teachers and the faith they have shown in him is something that Chor takes incredibly seriously and I found it an honour to be guided by him.
What I also really loved is that there is space around the ceremonies. There is ample time to rest and reflect, take a walk in nature (the nature!) and even a day trip to get off site for a day was organised. I was there for 10 days and it felt like a month. It was incredible.
Everyone at the centre is amazing. The food is delicious. The gentle souls that serve you and the comfortable beds that you lie on are there so you can do the work. And I couldn’t recommend anywhere better to do it.
I’ve been to a lot of retreats and sat in a lot of medicine ceremonies where ‘radical transformation’ has been promised. They’ve all delivered in one way or another, but none more so than this. More often than not, it’s down to me. The work I’ve done in the build up; the preparation, intention setting and sitting down in ceremony knowing that I’m ready to surrender.
I had prepared myself before arriving at Soul Centro, but did arrive with a lot of trepidation. This was the big one. The root of Africa (in Costa Rica : ).
As soon as I arrived I was greeted by the sweetest smile and handed a chilled coconut water. I was then shown to my private air conditioned room overlooking the pool, surrounded by hammocks. My suspicions became aroused - I might have to leave some of my hardships behind…
Meeting Elizabeth for the first time is like having a warm blanket wrapped around you. Her maternal and caring energy is abundant and her piecing eyes have that knowing look that shows the wisdom behind them. Chor’s energy is more subtle at first as he sizes you up, but then his wisdom and caring energy is no less abundant, and his strength is clear to see. They’re about the safest pair of hands you could wish for and knowing they’re there allows you to go beyond the edge. (Btw, they’re also both hilarious - very important asset in my book!)
If that’s not safe enough, there’s also a doctor on site at all times and throughout ceremony who is constantly monitoring you.
I won’t say too much about ceremony as that’s for you to discover if you should choose to do this for yourself. What I will say is that is unflinchingly authentic and steeped in the traditions of the Bwiti people of Gabon. Honouring his teachers and the faith they have shown in him is something that Chor takes incredibly seriously and I found it an honour to be guided by him.
What I also really loved is that there is space around the ceremonies. There is ample time to rest and reflect, take a walk in nature (the nature!) and even a day trip to get off site for a day was organised. I was there for 10 days and it felt like a month. It was incredible.
Everyone at the centre is amazing. The food is delicious. The gentle souls that serve you and the comfortable beds that you lie on are there so you can do the work. And I couldn’t recommend anywhere better to do it.
