Silent Retreat ( Maun Vratha)  (16 Days )

Mauna Vratha literally means a vow to keep silent. For spiritual growth, it is essential that one’s speech must be pure. To acquire purity of speech the practice of silence is important. Hindu religious texts commend Mauna-Vrata for this purpose.

In Bhadra, the sixth month of the Hindu calendar, 16 days of Mauna-vrata are said to be useful. It is believed that through silence one is able to achieve one’s desire. One attains the abode of Lord Shiva. Along with mauna-vrata, it is essential that some time must be spent in offering prayers.

Bhagavad Gita, 17/16, it is said:

manaḥ-prasādaḥ saumyatvaḿ maunam ātma-vinigrahaḥ bhāva-saḿśuddhir ity etat tapo mānasam ucyate

The contentment of the mind, amiable temperament, silence, religious meditation, and good thoughts reflect the austerity of the mind.

Silence is placed mid-way between other qualities. It begins with control of the mind. Once the mind is controlled, one becomes friendly. One begins to look kindly towards others. One cuts down on useless speech and thinks more of God. One begins to generate good thoughts.

In Chanakya Niti, 11/9, it is said:

Whoever can remain silent every day for a full year becomes worthy of thousands of years of praise in heaven.

Silence can change the personality of an individual. Through silence, a person controls anger and speech. One grows stronger through greater determination and self-confidence. One is more at peace and free of tension. There is conservation of energy and a person experiences greater inner strength, helping one develop into a better person.

“Omkara Meditation" Om is not just a sound or vibration. It is not just a symbol. It is the entire cosmos, whatever we can see, touch, hear and feel. Moreover, it is all that is within our perception and all that is beyond our perception. It is the core of our very existence. If you think of Om only as a sound, a technique or a symbol of the Divine, you will miss it altogether. Om is the mysterious cosmic energy that is the substratum of all the things and all the beings of the entire universe. It is an eternal song of the Divine. It is continuously resounding in silence on the background of everything that exists.”

One Became a shining personality, emanating love and working very hard.

Through the practice of you can redirect the energy lost in anger in more positive directions.

The regular practice of mouna changes a person's whole pattern of communication. Her speech becomes more direct, concentrated, and clear. When she does choose to speak, her brief words carry great power and meaning. She is able to command the total attention of her listeners, and they are able to hear the deeper truths underlying her words.

Irritability vanishes. You become a better listener. Your speech can now become carefully constructed and well-articulated.

Before beginning the days of silence, you will get a detailed Wellness Consultation regarding your health, food preferences, specific daily routines and requirements, preferred meal timings, etc.

You will be provided a handbook in which you can write down you thoughts and emotions during your period of silence. You will spend Day 2 - Day 5 (4 days) in silence but will be able to break your silence and speak to the staff when you require something, though this should be kept minimal. We suggest that you also use the notepad kept in the rooms to communicate any requirements or instructions.

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Silence and Solitude is a personal journey

Going on a silent retreat is, essentially, embarking on a journey—and as with all journeys, you’ll face difficulties along the way. Real silence requires being alone with yourself and being comfortable with that solitude. This can be hard even for the most introspective among us.

Being naked with our mental activity is surprisingly relieved as we discover the color and sound, vividness, and simple beauty of just being present in our retreat. Being present in our new environment with all our senses starts a journey from our mental busyness to the heart of awareness. This is where the questions slowly fade and the answers take shape. People begin a retreat looking for information about how to fix their lives. As their retreat unfolds, they discover experience and understanding that is deeper than fixing, and more trusting in life itself. Mental work is giving way to peaceful awareness. The purpose is found in simple peace. It is in these moments thoughts turn into awareness, ideas become understanding, and searching settles into an inner well of trust.

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What do you Become?

• You Become Calmer

• Heal your Traumas

• Boost Your Intuition

• Understand Yourself Better

• Improve Awareness

• Taps Into Your Creativity

• Lower Your Stress and Pressure

• Mental Detoxification

• Have Better Patience

• Decreases Muscle Tension

• Broadens Your Perspective

• Less Energy Wasted

• Helps in Discovering Your Purpose

• Improves Focus and Concentration

• Grow Better Relationships

• Develops Willpower

• Becomes Better at Decision-making

• Mind Ages at A Slower Rate

• Cure Headaches and Migraines

• Brings Spirit, Mind, and Body in Harmony

• Live in the moment