16 Day Maun Vratha Silent Meditation and Yoga Retreat in Kerala

Facilities

Mauna Vratha

Mauna Vratha literally means a vow to keep silent. For spiritual growth, it is essential that one’s speech must be pure. To acquire purity of speech, the practice of silence is important. Hindu religious texts commend Mauna Vratha for this purpose. In Bhadra, the sixth month of the Hindu calendar, 16 days of Mauna Vratha are said to be useful. It is believed that through silence, one is able to achieve one’s desire. One attains the abode of Lord Shiva. Along with Mauna Vratha, it is essential that some time must be spent in offering prayers.

In Bhagavad Gita, 17/16, it is said “manaḥ-prasādaḥ saumyatvaḿ, maunam ātma-vinigrahaḥ, bhāva-saḿśuddhir ity etat, tapo mānasam ucyate”. Contentment of the mind, amiable temperament, silence, religious meditation, and good thoughts reflect austerity of the mind. Silence is placed mid-way between other qualities. It begins with control of the mind. Once the mind is controlled, one becomes friendly. One begins to look kindly towards others. One cuts down on useless speech and thinks more of God. One begins to generate good thoughts.

In Chanakya Niti, 11/9, it is said “whoever can remain silent every day for a full year becomes worthy of thousands of years of praise in heaven”. Silence can change the personality of an individual. Through silence, a person controls anger and speech. One grows stronger through greater determination and self-confidence. One is more at peace and free of tension. There is conservation of energy and a person experiences greater inner strength, helping one develop into a better person. It is known that if speech is silvern, silence is golden. Silence helps to conserve energy, to concentrate, and introspect. It helps one in the search of divinity. By observing silence, one gains goals easily.

There are varying degrees of Mauna. In Karna Mauna, or control of speech, other forms of communication, such as note writing, gesturing, and eye contact are still permitted. However, when there is total withdrawal from all external communication, this is Kastha Mauna. Eventually, all doubts are cleared from the mind, and the illusory character of the world with all its gunas is realized. This state is known as Susupti Mauna. The highest form of Mauna, when all thoughts are completely annihilated, is called Maha Mauna.

The regular practice of Mauna changes a person's whole pattern of communication. His speech becomes more direct, concentrated, and clear. When he does choose to speak, his brief words carry great power and meaning. He is able to command the total attention of his listeners, and they are able to hear the deeper truths underlying his words.

Program

Before beginning the days of silence, you will get a detailed wellness consultation regarding your health, food preferences, specific daily routines and requirements, preferred meal timings, etc. The retreat will be customized to meet your comfort levels and a structured agenda will be provided based on your choice of activities.

You will be provided a handbook where you can write down your thoughts and emotions during your period of silence. You will spend four days in silence but will be able to break your silence and speak to the staff when you require something, though this should be kept minimal. You are suggested to use the note pad kept in the cottages to communicate any requirements or instructions.

People begin a retreat looking for information about how to fix their lives. As their retreat unfolds, they discover experience and understanding that is deeper than fixing, more trusting in life itself. Mental work is giving way to peaceful awareness. Purpose is found in simple peace. It is in these moments thoughts turn into awareness, ideas become understanding, and searching settles into an inner well of trust.

Benefits of the program

• You become calmer
• Boost your intuition
• Understand yourself better
• Improve awareness
• Taps into your creativity
• Lower your stress and pressure
• Mental detoxification
• Have better patience
• Decreases muscle tension
• Broadens your perspective
• Less energy wasted
• Helps in discovering your purpose
• Improves focus and concentration
• Grow better relationships
• Develops willpower
• Becomes better in decision-making
• Mind ages at a slower rate
• Cure headaches and migraines
• Brings spirit, mind, and body in harmony
• Live in the moment
• Attain higher level of emotional stability

Schedule

Morning session

• 07:30 - 08:30 Meditation
• 09:00 - 09:45 Yoga
• 09:45 - 10.45 Breakfast break
• 10:45 - 11:45 Guided meditation
• 11:45 - 12:30 Mauna Karma yoga (contributing in kitchen, gardening, etc.)
• 12:30 - 13:00 Lunch
• 13:00 - 15:30 Lunch and rest

Afternoon session

• 16:00 - 18:30 Meditation
• 18:30 - 19:30 Personal practice and dinner
• 19:30 - 20:30 Question and answer session
• 20:30 - 22:00 Spiritual discourse and final evening meditation

You need to obtain a visit visa to visit India, online tourist visa takes only 72 hours. This retreat is located in Wayanad, India. The green paradise is nestled among the mountains of the Western Ghats, forming the border world of the greener part of Kerala. Clean and pristine, enchanting and hypnotizing, this land is filled with history and culture. Located at a distance of 76 kilometers from the seashores of Kozhikode, this verdant hill station is full of plantations, forests, and wildlife.

Romeswellness follows only sattvic and organic food which is pure vegetarian and holistic. Everything you eat is food for the soul. Therefore, for your soul to be clean, virtuous, and true, the food should also be sourced, prepared, and consumed in the same manner. This journey is towards body and soul purification. Organic and sattvic diets promote harmony with mind, body, and soul. With sattvic diet, you remain in harmony with nature. It is the best diet for healing body and spiritual blissfulness.

Weekly extra activities schedule

• Monday -Om Namo Shivaia
• Lord Shiva Tandav (dance and meditation)
• Tuesday - Indian Heena decorating
• Wednesday - Ayurveda yogic food and spices
• Thursday - Sacred Vedic art of India with Rome
• Friday - Ayurveda Satvik cooking workshop
• Saturday - Indian Saree / Dhoti wrapping
• Sunday - Coffee plantation or nature walk

• Daily yoga session
• Meditation practices
• 15 nights' accommodation
• Delicious vegetarian Ayurvedic and sattvic food
• Devotional music and dance
• Various Vedic and spiritual talk
• A various technique to calm your mind in any situation
• One to one session with Rome
• Airport transfers to and from Calicut International Airport (CCJ)

• Airfare
• Insurance
• Internal medicines

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.