In an increasingly fast-paced world, spiritual retreats offer an oasis of calm and reflection. But what exactly is a spiritual retreat and what are its benefits?

En Wellness Journal, program of Mexico Travel Channel, took on the task of exploring this type of experience. Together with them, explore this ancient practice. Learn about its different modalities and the reasons why more and more people decide to embark on this experience.

What is a spiritual retreat?

A spiritual retreat is a practice that involves stepping away from everyday life to devote time to introspection, meditation, prayer or any other activity that fosters personal and spiritual growth.

These retreats can last from a few days to several weeks and are held in quiet, secluded locations such as monasteries, meditation centers or simply in nature.

Want to know more? WATCH THE VIDEO HERE from Wellness Journal where Roberto Breedingham will tell you in detail everything about spiritual retreats, and curiosities such as the largest Hindu temple in the world... and more!

What are the benefits of a spiritual retreat?

Here some of them:

• Stress reduction: By getting away from the daily hustle and bustle, your body and mind have the opportunity to relax and recover.

• Raising awareness: Retreats foster mindfulness and self-awareness, allowing one to identify limiting patterns of thought and behavior.

• Greater Mental Clarity: Deep introspection facilitates making important decisions and setting new goals.

• Spiritual connection: Retreats offer a space to explore spirituality and strengthen the connection with oneself and something bigger.

• Personal development: By participating in activities such as meditation and reflection, skills such as patience, empathy and compassion can be developed.

BEAUTY as part of comprehensive wellness!

Remember that there are different types of spiritual retreats. In fact, Roberto gives you all the details about the new activities that combine traditional and modern practices.

But that's not all. In this Wellness Journal program, you'll learn about beauty and self-care treatments, such as those that women want to enhance their natural beauty with.

“Imagine radiant skin full of life and luminosity!” says Roberto.

For a balanced nutrition!

Also, in this program, check out the interview that Roberto did with a nutrition and dietetics specialist, to achieve a quality of life.