The Yin and Yang symbol was chosen as the Renaissance Retreat logo, as it reflects our holistic philosophy of balance. By holistic we mean looking at the individual as a whole: ie Mind, Body and Spirit.
This triangle represents the three inseparable components of our well-being and when one component is “off-track” the individual may feel unwell or unhappy. Balance is essential for harmony and health.
According to ancient Chinese philosophy, the dual principles of nature, Yin and Yang, manifest throughout nature and in the human body. They relate to mental, physical, and spiritual structure and are affected by food, drink, action, and inaction. The Renaissance programmes look at how we fuel our bodies and how we treat them mentally and physically with the aim of introducing lifestyle changes to restore balance.
The concept of “work-life balance” should be a priority to everyone. However, over the years this issue becomes increasingly obvious. There are many successful, professional people working long hours in stressful jobs who never allow themselves "me time" nor a social life. They find themselves in a vicious circle. Due to working long hours, friendships drift and relationships become difficult so they work even longer hours to fill the empty void. A work-life balance does not exist for many.
Restoring Balance
Overall, regardless of whether clients are fit or unfit, overweight or with the perfect BMI, what they need is what Renaissance is able to offer... a small and friendly hosted environment where people make new friends, get fit and lose weight if necessary, relax, unwind and de-stress, dine together and share their experiences of the day.
The Retreat offers three choices
For those who need to focus on the physical aspect and perhaps challenge their beliefs, the retreat offers fitness and weight loss programmes as detailed on this website. These packages combine exercise and healthy eating for the Body with Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques and Hypnotism to increase self-esteem and to introduce a more positive outlook; plus massage, yoga and meditation to soothe the Spirit.
For those ladies who need to indulge in some “me time” with new like-minded friends, the Indulgent Breaks “women only holidays” package is available. On these 5 night breaks, the focus is on lifting the spirits by indulging in girly fun activities and pampering. Full details can be found on the Indulgent Breaks website.
In July and August the Retreat is available as a group holiday villa rental or for Retreat hire. Visit the Renaissance Retreat rental site for more details.
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