1 Month Conscious Slow Living in Spain

Torrox, Spanien

Up to 6 in group

Open Dates

Retreat Highlights

Practice Conscious Slow Living
Become more resilient mentally, emotionally and physically
Detox, Meditation, and body-mind awareness
Transform unsupportive habits with nourishing and supportive ones
Discover and integrate conscious living practices in your daily life

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Chi

I am a sincere explorer of truth, dedicated to live consciously, simply and authentically. My journey began in a dark place. Life wasn’t delivering anymore, and I reached a point where I had to make a choice: make a radical change or give up completely. I chose to change, and that decision brought me from darkness into light. Through my transformative journey and wisdom gained from teachers and personal experiences, I've learned that true happiness and love for the world reside within us, and that freedom only exists in the present moment. By observing my thoughts and feelings, I've discovered the power of presence and connection to oneself. I support myself through others in confronting fear, releasing limiting beliefs, and reconnecting with our true essence. I am passionate about living a conscious life with a community—a space where people can connect, grow, and live in harmony. My gift lies in inquiring into the nature of the mind and offering insights that awaken self-awareness. In this community, I envision to inspire connection, simplicity, and awareness as we co-create a life rooted in clarity, presence, and resilience. Bio Chi was born in 1971 in Israel, making him 53 years old. He has a 25-year-old son and a one-year-old daughter. Chi grew up in a kibbutz in Israel, a form of community where people share living spaces and work together. This communal upbringing shaped his early understanding of community life and collective support. At the age of 18, Chi joined the army and served for three years. A pivotal experience during his military service was observing how one mind could dominate another, each side believing they were right and fighting for peace through conflict. This realization sparked Chi's journey toward self-realization, recognizing that true peace must be achieved through peaceful means, not war. Following his military service, Chi embarked on a profound quest for self-realization, driven by an inner yearning to understand himself and find true contentment. His journey took him to the Far East, where he immersed himself in various communities dedicated to spiritual growth and self-awareness. These communities ranged from ashrams led by gurus to business-oriented groups requiring investment for participation. The most influential community for Chi was one where individuals worked on themselves to recognize their inner freedom, allowing everyone to be their authentic selves and contribute uniquely to a unified, supportive environment. Chi's quest for self-realization was not without challenges. The most difficult aspect was the loneliness of walking the path alone, as his ego constantly offered excuses for why he couldn't recognize his true self and transform his conditioning. Despite these struggles, Chi persevered, driven by a deep desire for inner freedom. Through his transformative journey and wisdom gained from teachers, different practices and personal experiences, He has learned that true happiness and love for the world reside within us, and we can all connect to this simple yet profound realization.

Details of this retreat

Discover a Life of Presence, Connection, and Growth

This program offers you the opportunity to explore what it means to live in a conscious community and discover whether The Essence might be the right place for you.

By becoming part of our family, you will join a daily structure designed to keep us awake, present, and connected. You will have the space to reflect, grow, and deepen authenticity and awareness—both within yourself and in your relationships.

At The Essence, we live each day as if it were our last, embracing simplicity and enriching our lives through presence and connection.

We nurture the body, mind, and spirit with the following daily practices:

-Meditation
Guided and silent sessions to deepen self-awareness and build resilience.

-Self-Inquiry and Awareness Practices
Explore beliefs and patterns that cause suffering, and learn how to inquire into and be free of them.

-Reflective journaling.

-Group discussions and mindful sharing after meditations and in the evening.

Gentle yet powerful practices to reconnect with and strengthen the body:

-Qigong.

-Inner yoga.

-Pranayama (breathwork).

-Nature walks.

-Sustainable living practices.

-Mindful Plant-Based Eating

This program is ideal if you:

-Seek greater connection, clarity, and peace in your life.

-Are open to explore the nature of your mind, by reflecting on your reactions and beliefs.

-Value simplicity, authenticity, and presence.

-Desire to learn about slow living and conscious community practices.

-Can commit to daily practices and shared responsibilities.

Typical Daily Schedule

6:30 AM Stillness meditation, setting intentions and gratitude practice

8:00 AM Awakened body Movement

9:30 AM Preparing and eating together an oatmeal porridge with fresh fruits

11:30 AM Community Co-Creation

13:00 PM Healing juice

2:00 PM Preparing and eating together a nourishing plant-based meal with fresh salad

4:00 PM Qigong session

6:00 PM Vegetable soup

7:00 PM Stillness Meditation + Evening Ritual

If you feel called to join us, we welcome you to embark on this transformative journey. Come as you are, and let’s rediscover the joy of simply being—together.

Reviews from our Website:

"The knowledge imparted here will stay with me for a lifetime. The meditation techniques and tools shared are simple, practical, and deeply effective. They’ve empowered me to integrate them into my daily life, leaving no room for depression to take hold. Life feels lighter, stress becomes much more manageable, and both emotional and physical pain are far easier to endure." -Fabian, Germany

"What I experience here is a completely new approach to life. To live a life that isn't dominated by fears, regrets and pain. Thanks to the movement we do everyday, I am finally starting to feel at home in my body, after living in disconnection with it most of my life. Every day here I see the benefits of what we do together and of the fact that we do it together. I have never felt as peaceful and content as I do now and I am starting to realise that this state of being is not the exception but the natural way. I feel truly at home here." -Elias, Germany

"I really started to see who I am under all layers, one of the most beautiful things I could have done for myself, but it was a tough journey to get there and I was putting in a lot of work - it’s important to stay open minded."- Josefin, Sweden

Schedule

6:30 AM Stillness meditation, setting intentions and gratitude practice

8:00 AM Awakened body Movement

9:30 AM Preparing and eating together an oatmeal porridge with fresh fruits

11:30 AM Community Co-Creation

13:00 PM Healing juice

2:00 PM Preparing and eating together a nourishing plant-based meal with fresh salad

4:00 PM Qigong session

6:00 PM Vegetable soup

7:00 PM Stillness Meditation+ Group Sharing

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

The Esssence, Torrox, Spanien

Directions

By Plane:

The nearest airport is Málaga Airport (AGP), 50 km away from our center.
From there, you can take a taxi, rent a car, or use public transportation to reach Torrox.

By Bus:

There are regular bus connections from Málaga to Torrox.
The journey takes about 1 hour, and tickets can be purchased online or at the bus station.

By Car:

Torrox is located along the Autovía A-7 (Autovía del Mediterráneo).
From Málaga: Drive 45 km east on the A-7 towards Almería and take Exit 940 (Torrox / Cómpeta).
Follow the signs to Torrox Pueblo or Torrox Costa