NEPAL MINDFULNESS TRAINING & MEDITATION RETREAT
Nepal is another world, a magical place. Where you can leave behind western ways and experience a simple and beautiful way of life. The Himalayas, its people and our time together will move you in the most positive and uplifting way!
As a transformational process therapist and social worker, Marissa creates once-in-a-lifetime therapeutic retreats that also change the lives of local people in crisis.
12th - 16th July 2019
AUD$2,400 (approx. USD$1,750) per person - 4 nights/5 days
See below for full details

Pokhara - the place of lakes, mountains, SMILES & MAGESTIC vistas
You will be greeted on arrival with a traditional Nepali welcoming ceremony at your stunning Himalayan-style hotel in Pokhara. Here you can unwind, enjoy your first evening and prepare yourself for daily meditation and mindfulness training.
Pokhara is a stunning place nestled by Phewa Lake, surrounded by mountains and Himalayan ranges. It is one of the most powerful places in the world to understand the nature of mindfulness and presence. Nepalese culture has its roots in Hindu and Buddhist culture, with so much to be learned from their way of life in terms of living with kindness, compassion, and value of simplicity and the preciousness family.
You will also visit a Tibetan village and monastery to experience the magical chanting of the Tibetan buddhist monks and visit a clinic to see how professionals integrate mindfulness in to professional work. You will also see how Marissa has trained local therapists to use yogic, Buddhist and therapeutic approaches to mindfulness to work with children in treatment.
You will spend five days in your hotel indulging in a divine Himalayan style hotel near Phewa Lake and surrounded by majestic mountains. You will have time to explore Pokhara, the stunning lake and the multitude of lakeside cafes, shops and local sights.

Your Himalayan style hotel

Enjoy your own deluxe garden view room

Take a dip in the pool and spa
Chef prepared meals
Your Boutique Retreat Venue
Pokhara is a breathtaking and special place. The town is nestled between the gorgeous Phewa Lake overlooked by snowcapped Himalayan mountains. Your boutique retreat resort is walking distance to the lake with views of the mountains readily visible. The hotel offers you full room service, pool, spa, air conditioning, vegetarian cuisine and your own private deluxe suite and balcony.
What You Can Anticipate
Traditional Nepalese welcoming ceremony
Your own deluxe room with full amenities in Pokhara
Hotel transfers to/from Pokhara Bus Station or Airport included
Retreat fee includes all meals
All meals are vegetarian, meat is available upon request at extra cost
All dietary requirements are available upon request
One complimentary Nepalese massage or healing session
Four night/five day meditation retreat at your resort
Tibetan village tour included
AUD$200 donation to the medical camp included for every member
Professional meditation and yoga teaching by Marissa Nolan
Orientation is at 5.30pm on 12th July 2019
You are welcome to arrive earlier or stay after the retreat
Visit a children’s clinic where who use mindful therapy
You will have free time to explore Pokhara
Fully guided meditations and details practices
Understand how mindfulness relates to Nepalese culture
Return flights to and from Pokhara are additional costs
Email Marissa for a full itinerary: marissa@marissanolan.com.
What to bring:
Clothes for meditation and yoga
Yoga mat
Swimming clothes for pool and spa
Himalayas are always associated with healing, inspiration, spirituality, beauty, & of course, meditation! Since ancient times, yogis and monks have meditated here for deep insight.

SARANGKOT LOOKOUT

WORLD PEACE PAGODA

TIBETAN MONASTERY AND VILLAGE
No Experience is Necessary
Learning the‘FOUNDATIONS OF MINDFULNESS’ helps you to build a stability and calmness of mind, that positively changes the way you see the world and view yourself.
You will practice stress relief techniques that are easy and practical enough to integrate straight away. Whether you are experiencing stress, intense emotions, times of transition, problematic thoughts, exhaustion, anxiety or just want to learn more about yourself, you will benefit greatly from this program.
During the retreat: you will be treated to the comfort of your boutique hotel and deep therapeutic mindfulness sessions. In your free time, you can take advantage of the complimentary Nepalese massage or traditional healing session that is included in the retreat fee. Alternatively, you can simply enjoy the peacefulness of the resort. If you want to explore a little further, you can take a short stroll to the lakeside shops and cafes just a few minutes away.
Previous guests have said:
“I’ve had the full mind-blowing Nepal experience.”
“I just want to do it all over again tomorrow.”
“My soul has been completely renewed by this retreat.”

In this course you will:
Discover the living principles of mindfulness
Learn the foundation practices of mindfulness
Release stress, anxiety and emotion
Learn how to integrate mindful living
Understand how mindfulness alleviates stress
Experience the physiological benefits of mindfulness
Access acceptance and compassion
Experience simple yet powerful mindfulness practices
Understand the neuroscience of mindfulness & meditation
Feel a greater connection to yourself & life
Learn tools to stay in the present moment
Tools to use for mindful regulation, self awareness and self understanding
Mindfulness and working with children
In-depth guided mindfulness meditation practices
ABOUT MARISSA
Marissa is a Mindfulness and Compassion Trainer, Mindful Yoga and Meditation Teacher, as well as a professional Social Worker and Counselling Process therapist.
As a therapist her intention is to empower you to understand yourself fully, & to develop abilities to bravely face the highs and lows of life open heartedly. Her work is a synthesis of authentic traditional practice and evidence based research.
This course aims to show you how meditation really can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience.


FEES AND PAYMENT OPTIONS
AUD$2,400pp (approx. USD$1,750) including all taxes. (See currency converter for your country's rate on the booking system.)
A non-refundable deposit of AUD$500pp is required to reserve your place.
f you book and pay your deposit before 1st July 2019 and save $200 off a private room with ensuite or save $600 off a twin or double share room with ensuite.
Full payment is required before 1st July 2019. Cancellation fee is 100%. Group numbers are limited to 10.
Contact Marissa for a full itinerary at marissa@marissanolan.com.
To see reviews of our last trip, please go to: www.facebook.com/gonefarbeyond.
Marissa has been organising international events for over 15 years. Working together with her team you are in very safe hands!
