“Host a Bali Retreat,” was a mere passing thought Abbe had. But with Floating Leaf’s help, the owner of US’s very own Troy City Yoga and Wonderland Yoga could finally make it a reality.
She expected that the retreat would just be yet another yoga retreat, nothing remarkable as she is used to hosting them back home. But what she encountered as a host of a Bali retreat completely transformed her perspective – even going as far as to reshape her life both personally and professionally.
With each yoga session held, the stillness of nature provides room for more than just moments of reflection. Find out how being the host of a Bali retreat changed Abbe for the better!
Embracing Nature’s Quiet Solace
Floating Leaf provides a beautiful tropical space for any retreat you’re planning, making it the perfect place to connect with nature. Away from the loud buzzing of the city, the retreat gives you a chance to focus on yourself without any distraction.
Abbe noted this as one of the reasons she found her retreat to be life-changing. “The entire grounds are awe-inspiring, there’s comfortable rooms, beautiful views, you’re in the rice terraces, you’re practicing in this big, beautiful yoga shala in nature.”
Practicing yoga in nature does wonders in stilling the fluctuations of the mind and hushing the constant chatter of anxiety. It’s as if transporting you into an entirely different time & space continuum, where everything moves much slower – allowing you to focus on your breathing and movement, without much care for your daily habits and worries.
The refreshing breeze also certainly helps you feel more energized. Away from the polluted toxins of the city, it’s literally a breath of fresh air that can heal your body from within.
Finding a Community: How Kindness Can Be Contagious
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But above all, the community was what truly transformed Abbe’s approach to life. “What really leaves me in awe of Floating Leaf… I think is – the first and foremost – the staff.” She reminisced with a look of fleeting affection on her face.
She continued, “The staff is amazing – The staff is so kind, so authentic, so warm, friendly, (and) funny. When you walk in, you feel not like you are someplace across the world, you feel like you’ve actually come to your second home and by the time you leave it really is hard to leave.”
It’s no secret that Balinese are known as friendly and welcoming towards anyone, whether in how they treat each other or visitors. They do it as a sign of respect, showing it not in grand gestures but rather in subtle smiles and actions.
Perhaps it’s one of the main reasons why Bali feels like a second home to many people. Receiving an act of kindness does make you feel warm and fuzzy, but it sure is also contagious. By witnessing an act of kindness, it can also inspire you to do the same. Thus spreading it through a chain of positive actions, including inspiring Abbe to better serve her community with a kind heart.
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Carve Your Own Path, Host Your Very Own Bali Retreat!
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Looking to host your very own Bali retreat? Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat is your one-stop solution to create the perfect Bali retreat. With activities that include yoga, spa, to sound healing from our owner.
With 10 consecutive Trip Advisor’s Traveler Choice Awards since 2014 under our belt, we offer you our expertise in making your dream retreat a reality! Being the host of a Bali retreat at our location means that you will be surrounded by stunning landscape and spiritual richness. Each activity will be in line with Bali’s culture and spiritual beliefs, offering a holistic and authentic healing experience harnessed directly from Bali’s ley lines.
As the host of your very own Bali retreat, you’ll also get to enjoy complimentary accommodations, farm-to-table meals, and immersive tours throughout your stay. Don’t worry, you can try out our interactive retreat builder for FREE here!
Select and customize your retreat’s features however you wish and get a transparent budget projection and a copy of our Retreat Leader Handbook in return – all just by clicking on this Request Access link.
