A few days in rest, nature, and simplicity.
From time to time, I open Casa Rural La Balsa for a small group of people who want to slow down and step away from the busyness of everyday life. No fixed program, no expectations — just space to arrive in rest, nature, and simplicity. We spend a few days together in an open and relaxed atmosphere, where nothing is required and much can naturally arise.
For whom
These days are for those who feel that things can be different for a while. Not only to slow down, but also to explore what happens when you step out of your personal story for a moment. We take time to look at what remains when thoughts, feelings, and patterns are allowed to be there, without needing to follow or fix them. This touches on what is often called non-duality — the direct experience that what you are is not limited to the story in your mind.
You don’t need any prior experience with this, only an openness to explore it in a simple and direct way.
What the days look like
We don’t follow a strict schedule. There are daily moments together, with plenty of free time in between — to rest, walk, read, or simply be. There is space for silence, but also for connection, lightness, and playfulness. Many people experience this place as special — as if something naturally settles or becomes clear, without needing to do anything.
Everything unfolds in simplicity, in a natural way.
Guidance
During these days, there is space for gentle, personal guidance. Sometimes this arises in conversation, sometimes in silence, sometimes in a one-on-one moment. We slow down and bring attention to what is truly present — in the body, in feeling, in experience. My way of guiding is soft and clear, inspired among other things by non-duality and simple ways of letting go (such as the Sedona approach).
There is nothing to achieve. It’s not about becoming something, but about seeing what is already here.
Living & eating together
During these days, we live together for a while in a calm and warm atmosphere. All meals are included and are part of the stay. We eat together, simply and with attention — sometimes prepared by me, sometimes together, sometimes with help from someone nearby. And if you prefer, you’re always free to go out and eat on your own.
Practical information
- Dates: June 25–29 (4 nights)
- Small group (4–6 people)
- Price: €550 per person
Included:
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Guidance
Extend your stay
If you wish, you can extend your stay before or after these days, depending on availability. These extra nights take place as a regular stay at Casa Rural La Balsa — in complete peace and freedom, without program or guidance.
This is not a traditional retreat. It is a few days of living together in rest, simplicity, and presence —
with space to experience what happens when you don’t need to hold on to anything.
You are very welcome!
With love,
Els