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Stress Less Weekend

Relax with Yoga, Mental Health Therapy, and Meaningful New Friendships

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Stress Less Weekend

Relax with Yoga, Mental Health Therapy, and Meaningful New Friendships
June 7—9, 2024

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Check out our various upcoming programs—we're sure there's something to inspire you

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Join us for a weekend of rejuvenation, self-discovery, restorative yoga, and detaching from the hustle of everyday life with our “Stress Less Weekend Retreat.” Designed to help you unwind, relax, and enjoy life’s simple comforts.

This weekend you will learn about restoring your mind, body, and energy by exploring your mental health, finding the medicine in your movement and finding comfort in foods that can help reverse the conditions of common diseases and poor health.

Join Marquita, Owner of Social Fit Wellness LLC, Certified Exercise Physiology, Health Coach, Instructor for the American Heart Association, and Health Coach for the Johns Hopkins University UNLOAD Heart Failure Project, and Co-Host Consir Pair, Licensed Therapist and Doctor of Holistic Science.

This Stress Less Weekend will cover:

Movement as Medicine — Yoga is recommended by doctors, practiced throughout the world, done by young and old, but not many people know it for its medicinal purpose. This weekend we will explore restorative benefits of health-based breathing, therapeutic stretching, movement with a purpose, and getting out to explore the great outdoors.

Adapting to a Demanding World — over-spending at your fingertips, a rabbit hole of social media scrolling, and increasing work hours: no wonder burnout is on the rise. Learn how to calm the mind, control impulses, and minimize distractions with soothing meditation, reflective journaling, and positive affirmation activities.

Energize with Better Sleep — The most basic need of the body, but most people don’t get enough of it. Look forward to getting rest this weekend with a natural remedy to have a good night’s sleep. Take a sleep evaluation and learn about foods, supplements, and how to create a healthy sleep routine for your body’s energy profile.

The Inner Peace Blueprint — Let’s dive into our mental health with the core elements of cultivating emotional balance, functional communication, and coping strategies for stress. This interactive session will help participants create their personalized blueprint for a peaceful life. By setting realistic goals, intentions, and action steps, it will help you to feel confident, balanced, and happy in your daily life.

In addition to the workshops and classes, guests can enjoy guided and self-guided activities:
  • Moka Origins Chocolate & Coffee tasting tours
  • 400 acres of hiking
  • Sounds of Music Hill
  • Beautiful Meditation Hall
  • Pure Rejuv Wellness Spa
  • Morning yoga & meditation
  • The Sacred Grove Cafe

Marquita Holmes

Meet Marquita Holmes, Holistic Wellness Expert, a dedicated advocate for holistic well-being and a trailblazer in the field of health and fitness. With a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Marquita has seamlessly integrated her passion for physical wellness with a profound understanding of the mind-body connection. Marq...
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Consir Pair

Introducing Consir Pair, Master's-Level Therapist and Doctor of Holistic Science, a distinguished mental health professional with an extensive background in both Western medicine and holistic therapy. With a commitment to healing and a comprehensive approach to well-being, Consir has become a trusted expert in the field of...
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Himalayan Institute Retreat Center

For more than fifty years, the Himalayan Institute’s Retreat Center has been a gathering place for people seeking inspiration and aspiring to restore inner balance. Home to a vibrant community of yogis, it’s a place for seekers wishing to study the ancient tradition of yoga and to deepen the connection between themselves and the world around them. Whether you visit for a weekend retreat, a personal getaway, or one of our longer-term programs, your visit to the Himalayan Institute will accelerate your personal journey of rejuvenation and transformation.
Free Wifi
400-Acre Campus
On-Site Cafe
Meditation Shrine
Wooded Hiking Trails
Pond with Kayaks
On-Site Wellness Center
Bonfires and Stargazing
Bookstore and Giftshop

Retreat Center Highlights

Sacred Space
The Sri Vidya Shrine is the spiritual heart of the Himalayan Institute. This sanctuary offers an ideal setting for silent meditation and group spiritual practice, a cornerstone of the Himalayan Tradition for thousands of years. Open to seekers of all backgrounds and traditions, the Shrine provides a serene, sacred space for meditation, quiet reflection, prayer, and contemplation.
Nourishing Meals
Our nutritionally balanced vegetarian meals are thoughtfully prepared to nourish body, mind, and spirit. Each of our three daily meals is designed to be easily digestible and to support a meditative lifestyle. Sharing meals here naturally fosters connection, offering both deep nourishment and a sense of community.
Loving Community
The Himalayan Institute welcomes people from all walks of life. With a blend of short-term guests, long-term visitors, and a vibrant residential community, the atmosphere here is warm, inviting, and rooted in kindness, generosity, and service. It’s a place where friendships form naturally, often becoming the kind of connections that feel like family, and last a lifetime.
Rest in Nature
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Poconos, the Himalayan Institute’s 400-acre campus offers breathtaking views, scenic hiking trails, and quiet spaces for reflection and contemplation. Walking is a favorite activity, whether along our groomed trails or meandering paved roads, inviting both movement and mindful presence in nature.
Conscious Simplicity
At the Himalayan Institute, we embrace simplicity in all aspects of life, from our surroundings to our approach to yoga. By minimizing distractions, we create space to strengthen the inner self and quiet the mind. Guided by authenticity and grounded in philosophy rather than frills, we support a path of meaningful personal growth.
Treat Yourself
Our Himalayan Café serves the Institute’s signature chai, coffee, and homemade cookies and treats on Saturday and Sunday mornings. The 24/7 Tea Lounge offers a variety of herbal teas for anytime enjoyment. On campus, the MOKA Origins Factory is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering handcrafted, ethically sourced chocolate and coffee, with free tours and tastings on Saturdays.
Date
June 7—9, 2024
Duration
3 days, 2 nights

$349 per person + accommodations

Registration

Dates
Friday, June 7, 2024 @ 7:00 pmSunday, June 9, 2024 @ 12:00 pm
Tuition
$349 per person + accommodations
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