Sep 15, 2014 | Detox & Wellness
The mental and emotional benefits of yoga are akin to moving meditation, and the beneficial impact on our spirit is palpable. When we detox, we cleanse all facets of our being – body, mind and spirit. Yoga is another cleansing practice, bringing our focus back onto the breath and flowing movement that creates a new world of awareness each time that we step onto the mat.
The Bond between Yoga and Detox
When undertaking a physical cleanse, it is important to not only keep the body moving in order to accelerate the elimination process through our organs, but also to bring intense focus and concentration onto ourselves whilst encouraging and promoting mindfulness and reflection.
The journey of self-discovery through the physical postures in a yoga series create internal awareness, and through this sensation a mental connection to the body is formed.
When we become mentally aware, we activate our consciousness and then the relationship with our essence is created, where energy can be shifted with ease and grace.
It can take a long time for such a relationship with all facets of our being to be formed. However, when detoxing, the intrinsic connection is so much more pronounced that when practicing yoga, more spiritually profound and meaningful experiences are able to exist. Self discovery and consciousness is what yoga is all about, so the marriage between detoxing and yoga is a very happy one.
When we physically detox, we mentally and emotionally clear out a huge amount of debris. Yoga is hugely beneficial in this spiritual purge, particularly in poses specifically aimed at the hips, where much emotion and negativity is stored.
A hips series can really shift years of pent up emotion, and during the detox process at Santosa in Phuket, we highly recommend this class for its cathartic impact and emotional support.
The feelings of mental and physical lightness that abound when we are able to emotionally let go are incomparable. To get in touch with yourself, and discover the wonderful connection between each facet of our being, detoxing with yoga is something that we highly recommend at Santosa Detox Center.
Contact us today to find out more about how you can rediscover yourself through detox and yoga, and come closer to true equilibrium.
Sep 7, 2014 | Detox & Wellness
One of the reasons that we absolutely adore detox is watching our guests leave feeling happier AND healthier. Time and time again, we see total transformations, and they are certainly not just skin deep.
The Results of a Detox
It is true – detox will make you lose weight, result in clearer skin, brighter eyes, thick and lustrous hair and help us to radiate a luminescent glow from within. But the true magic occurs on a much deeper level – the coming together of body, mind and spirit!
The reason why detoxification has been around for centuries is because of the profound shift that is able to occur when focus is taken away from food, and when we deeply purify ourselves on a cellular level. The act of fasting itself is about mastering the mind and bringing intense focus onto the self. It represents the precious opportunity to clear the mind and bring about greater focus, concentration and realize who you truly are. The simple act of breaking habits and completely changing routine is proof that it only takes a short time to totally transform your mind. True energetic shifts and the nurturing of your soul can only take place when you focus all of your energy on looking after its kingdom – your body!
Don’t forget to check out the different detox programs that Santosa offers and let us know if you have any inquiries, as our team of professionals is here to help.
Happy Detox!
Aug 19, 2014 | Detox & Wellness
Why sometimes it is good to feel bad!
A temporary spike in detox symptoms during the elimination of toxins, the healing crisis occurs when our body remembers the imbalances of its past. Uncomfortable, and occasionally alarming – a healing crisis is a great sign that the body is working to heal itself.
When years of accumulated toxins are being released from our cells, sometimes our body’s elimination channels cannot keep up with them.
How to get over a healing crisis?
The key to navigating your way through this in a detox program? You must keep going! Remember that it is all part of the process, and the discomfort will be short-lived. Rest really helps, as does looking for the positive and helping it to change our habits going forward.
When during a detox program at Santosa Wellness Center in Phuket, you find yourself going through a healing crisis, remember that this is a momentary feeling and the benefits gained from it are much greater. Our team members are always here to make this temporary body reaction go as smooth as possible.
Aug 16, 2014 | Santosa Programs
What is pre-cleanse?
A pre-cleanse is a list of dietary and lifestyle changes that are made prior to embarking on a detox program.
Why?
Detox will achieve different levels of purification, dependent on how much preparation we do to ensure that our alkalinity is at its maximum before we take on the process of cleansing the colon and major organs with professional herbs and colema treatments.
Some of the changes include switching to a vegetable based diet, heavy in raw, whole foods. Drinking 3 – 5L of water per day, cutting out tea, coffee and alcohol, abstaining from smoking, and not consuming any processed, wheat or dairy based foods.
In order to reach the deepest level of purification possible, it is imperative that we set our bodies up to give them the best possible chance to achieve optimal health and vitality. At Santosa, we make it very easy, by providing you with a list of common dietary choices, and providing the alkaline alternative.
Get started today! Join us at Santosa Detox Center in Phuket.
