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If it is complicated, it's from the ego. Spirit is simple. I have no idea who said this, but I first saw it on a dear friend's status and...
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Wellness Retreat Articles
Vala House
Jun 2, 20233 min read
A Blissful Journey: The 10 Best Meditation Apps for Inner Peace
Our guests come to our wellness retreats at Vala House to relax, learn meditation and other coping mechanisms, do you yoga, and hopefully...
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Vala House
May 29, 20232 min read
Unleashing the Power of Cold: Exploring the Benefits of Cold Exposure Therapy
In the quest for holistic well-being, exploring unconventional therapies can often lead to surprising discoveries. Cold exposure therapy,...
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May 13, 20232 min read
The Benefits of Burnout Retreats
Burnout is a phenomenon that affects many people, especially those who are constantly under stress, whether from work or personal life....
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May 13, 20232 min read
Dharma in Yoga
Dharma is a fundamental concept in Yoga philosophy that refers to the moral and ethical principles that guide an individual’s life and...
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May 13, 20233 min read
What is Holotropic Breathwork?
Holotropic Breathwork is a type of therapy that combines deep breathing techniques with various other methods to help people achieve an...
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May 13, 20233 min read
What is Pranayama?
Introduction Pranayama is a Sanskrit word that means “extension of life force” or “control of breath.” It is an essential part of yoga,...
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May 13, 20232 min read
Preventing Burnout
Burnout is becoming more and more prevalent as the line between work and home becomes increasingly blurred. The effects of burnout can be...
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May 13, 20234 min read
What’s the difference between yoga nidra and hatha yoga?
Yoga is not just about holding different poses. In fact, some types of yoga, such as Nidra yoga, do not include any movement at all....
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May 13, 20233 min read
The importance of a yoga retreat in South Africa
Living in South Africa has its ups and downs. It’s a beautiful and vibrant country but the stress of work, load shedding and finances can...
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May 13, 20234 min read
What Is Vala House And What Do We Do?
Perhaps the easiest way to describe Vala House would be to call it a yoga and wellness centre on the outskirts of Knysna. But this fails...
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