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What is Raw Refuge?
A place dedicated to raw living foods and cellular-level detoxification as a tool for spiritual integration. The space is completely substance free, including caffeine and plant medicines.
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Who is this retreat for?
Any man or women seeking to not only heal physiological dis-ease, but understand our physical symptoms as a gateway into discovering and integrating our deepest spiritiual truth and gift. We work with all forms of physical, emotional or mental disharmonies, acute or chronic.
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What will we actually do each day?
We have a steady retreat rhythm, including daily meditation and embodied/somatic movement practices (all optional). For a full description of a typical day please refer to "Our Retreats" page.
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Do I need any prior experience?
No. Whether you are deeply established on your path and practice a raw living foods lifestyle, or whether you're completely new to cleansing, retreats and inner work, we welcome and work with all. We just require an openess and willingness to learn and go within.
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What kind of food is served?
We are a retreat space dedicated to raw living foods. We source our fruits from the neighbouring fruit forests and local farmer's markets. Depending on your choice of retreat, you will enjoy fresh pressed juices, whole tropical fruits (familiar and rare), grounding raw living salads and occasional raw vegan gourmet style creations.
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What if strong emotions/processes arise?
This is a big part of your journey here and is a call for celebration. This is a natural part of the detoxification process and the letting go. You will recieve close support and containment by expert and experienced guides, male and female. Participants are responsible for their own boundaires and any significant health conditions should be disclosed beforehand.
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What are the accomodations like?
Our current facilities are simple yet designed for maximum confort in a tropical and wild jungle environment. All rooms are carefully screened for the bugs, we have a mixture of rooms, some en-suite and some with a shared bathroom depending on how many are on retreat at one time. All guests have their own private room.
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Do you have wifi?
We have fast strong wifi connection, and can be used by guests at their own discretion. We recommend coming offline as much as possible, and we find the natural setting and environment organically invites this.
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What should I bring?
Avoid bringing any clothing or valuables that are very precious to you. The humid tropical environment is unforgivng. Please bring a flashlight, any natural cosmetics, toiletries and soaps you need for your stay. Bring a mixture of long sleeve/pants when it cools and clothing for heat. Quick drying cottons and linens work best. Bring a journal.
FAQs
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Is there a screening before acceptance?
Yes. Everyone is required to book a discovery call with us. You can find several places on this website to book a call.
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What not to bring?
Please do not bring any substances into the space, animal products or harsh chemicals, including any conventional bathroom or cosmetic products (shampoos, deodrants, perfumes etc.)
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What makes Raw Refuge Retreats different?
We host a permanent retreat space open all year round. The focus is on 1 on 1 personalized support, though there will likely be others alongside you on retreat.
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How to book?
First book a discovery call with us, we will then guide you through the rest. There is a link at the bottom of the page for deposits. All deposits are $500 and are non-refundable but transferable to other sutitable dates. The rest of the balance is payable towards the end of your stay here.