My Taste of Silent Retreat was a real treat! It felt like a safe warm bath of love. Thank you, Hannsiee, for organising this wonderful experience together with your professional team. During the silence I achieved useful insights about myself and how I react to my environment. It was a positive learning curve to me and I felt being looked after during the more challenging moments. I enjoyed every moment of this journey. The morning meditations, the yoga sessions with Nadine and just being. And I LOVED the fresh and healthy meals that were prepared and served at Akasha every day. Looking forward to the next retreat!

I had been searching for a retreat that could guide me back to my true self for quite some time, even considering options in other countries. Finally, I found exactly what I needed with the ‘A Taste of Silence retreat'. I had been longing for the opportunity to simply stop talking and truly listen to myself. On the first night, I wasn't sure if anything would shift, but by the second night, everything changed. I felt a deep sense of certainty that the universe had guided me to this retreat precisely when I needed it. It allowed me to reconnect with the 'I' that I had buried so deep within myself, I feared I had lost it. I had been so caught up in doing, doing, doing, that I had forgotten how to just be. This retreat helped me rediscover self-love, which I realized is the key to being able to love others. I am incredibly grateful for this experience, and for the gentle, thoughtful guidance of the wonderful group Hannah brought together. Every detail was so carefully orchestrated, creating the perfect environment for personal growth. I’m thankful for meeting each of you and for the shared journey. It has been truly transformative. I will certainly carry these insights and inspirations forward into my yogi community in Gent, where I know they will resonate deeply with others. This experience is one I will continue to draw from and share.

The timing of this retreat couldn't be better. When Hannah posted about the retreat I wasn't feeling well. I had gone through a break-up, couldn't find a place to live and was on the verge of burnout. I decided to give this to myself as a gift! All in all it was a very nice experience. I'm an introvert and have no trouble being quiet at all. I just found it difficult to communicate non-verbally. But at some point you get used to it. I loved not having control. Don't decide for yourself what time you get up, what and at what time you eat, when you exercise. It will all be taken off your hands. Before the retreat I meditated occasionally, but with yoga I always felt like I was 'not good enough' at it. The informative sessions with Hannah made me realize that it is not about how flexible you are, but that yoga is much more of a lifestyle. Before the retreat I could be quite obsessive about sports and I always wanted to go to the limit and I was quite strict with myself. When I got home I rediscovered pilates and I think it's okay to exercise without having to break down completely. I also found it interesting to learn more about breathing exercises because I practice freediving. These techniques will certainly come in handy. What I find especially funny is that I haven't had my car radio on for a moment since the retreat. I love music, but hate advertising (I don't have Bluetooth in my car, just a basic radio). I sometimes drive for hours without any noise! I love that peace and quiet. All in all it was highly recommended. For me it was a very relaxing experience. Coming back to basics, finding a home within yourself again. Without distractions and external stimuli.

All of us will remember the first Taste of Silence Retreat. Soooo special. Nadine and you... Wow, what a team! Everything was perfect. The yoga, the teachings, the meditations, the place, my special bench in the park, oh and the food! You nailed it! A very special time, thanks for having me.