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Includes
Luxury Oceanview Ensuite Accommodations (350+ sq. ft.) *
Private Garden w. Cedar Soaking Hot Tub, Cold Plunge, Fire Pit & Hammock

~ Tibetan Mindfulness Meditation ~
Experiencing Present Moment Awareness
Daily Meetings • Instructions & Practices

Daily Infrared Sauna
One Oceanfront Wood-Fired Sauna Session (private beach)

4 Liquid Nutrient Extractions (Smoothies) & 2 Raw Organic Meals Daily

Alkaline Spring Water
Organic teas, olive oil, sea salt, honey, vinegar, herbs & spices
Organic soap, shampoo & conditioner​

​2 Private Beaches & Fire Pit

Island Ferry Pickup and drop off (if required)
​*Share the room with a friend or partner for best value
Optional Extras
Massage Therapy Session(s)
Additional Oceanfront Wood-Fired Sauna Session(s)
Life Coaching / Counseling | Includes Vedic Birth Chart Analysis
  • I was looking for a retreat due to accumulated stress and the need for solitude and cleanse. I chose this retreat as it offered an individual flexible program. I achieved full recharge of the body and mind.
    Let me express my gratitude for welcoming and pampering me in your beautiful place. It definitely surpassed my expectations. I am happy with all the experience I got in Manna House - healing, relaxing, rejuvenating - from breathtaking sea view from my window, nourishing smoothies, warming bathtubs, detoxifying saunas to life-changing massage and astrology sessions. All this made a deep influence on my body, mind and soul.
    I miss your care, as now I need to make food supplies myself ))
    After the retreat I implemented Wim Hof breathing in my daily routine, switched to organic food and started group Tai Chi sessions. Feeling great so far. We even started thinking of moving to BC one day.
    I wish you and Mitra all the best... You are doing great things!!!
    Alla S, 4-night Raw Food Detox Retreat, stayed in Eagle View, April ‘24
  • Manna House is a haven for rejuvenation and relaxation. I highly recommend! 

    Manna House was a wonderful retreat experience. Mark, the owner was very kind and checked in through text regularly to ensure everything was ok, while maintaining guests' privacy.

    The Ocean Sauna and fire pit were my favourite part of the experience. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts were always available in quantity.

    Vera S, 4-night Raw Food Detox Retreat, stayed in Ocean Spray, April '24
  • Now the food…it was amazing—so much variety that we were excited to decide what we’d prepare every meal. Keep in mind you make your owns shakes and salads which we loved because it was preparing us to come home and repeat it! Everything was fresh, cut up, and ready to enjoy. We never got bored with the options. This retreat not only refreshed me but also inspired me to keep eating raw food each day in my diet. It was a perfect mix of relaxation, adventure, and great eats. Can’t wait to come back! Thank you for sharing this amazing place, Mitra & Mark!

    Angela T, 4-night Raw Food Detox Retreat, stayed in Eagle View, June '24
 
Mindfulness Meditation
Each day an attachment to a sense is released with 8+ hours of specific traditional Tibetan based "Mindful Awareness" daily active meditation practices, e.g. sitting, walking, hot tub bathing, fire staring, sauna, and resting meditations.. Plus Sun Salutation yoga or spine stretching exercises in the mornings. The goal is to personally Experience "Present Moment Awareness", and to establish a routine for future practices and the development of "Clear Mind".
(Pre-requisite to the 10 day Mahamudra Meditation Retreat.)
5-Day Meditation Retreat Itinerary
Before Arrival
Practice "Sun Salutation" Yoga.
Arrival Day
Check-in: 3:30 - 5:30 pm.
​After some 'orientation', you can enjoy your first retreat meal, check out the beach, soak in the chlorine-free hot tub in your private garden, ideally followed by a cold plunge, then a rest in a hammock and star-gazing next to the fire pit.
Late arrival? No problem! If travel arrangements prevent you from arriving until later, the last ferry leaves Vancouver Island for Denman Island at 9:30 pm. most of the year, and in the Summer at 11:00 pm!
Sunrise from the Meditation Deck, Sept '24
Sunrise from the Meditation Deck, Sept 2024 (top ~ Sunset, Oct '24 )
Day 1
11am: Personal Meeting with Mitra • Introduction & Meditation Instructions
Days 2-5
20 Minute daily phone meeting with meditation instructions and practices.
Sun Salutation yoga or spine stretching exercises in the mornings.
8+ hours of Daily Active Meditation, including, sitting, walking, bathing, hot tub, sauna, fire gazing, resting, etc.
Departure Day
Morning activities are flexible, because the timing of your check-out is largely dependent on your travel schedule and when you need to catch the ferry, so nothing is set in stone apart from getting you to the ferry on time!
Places to Meditate
  • Your ensuite room (we recommend "Ocean Spray" for meditation and so have reserved 11 nights per month for this retreat ~ please inquire )
  • Your private garden
  • ​Ofuro hot tub ~ used by the Japanese for meditation, with eyes closed, the sensation of 40°C water up to your neck and the scent of eucalyptus (essential oil), pure bliss!
  • Infrared Sauna
  • Private beach and deck by the ocean
Life Coaching / Counseling  |  Vedic Birth Chart Analysis (optional extra)
The knowledge gained from your Birth Chart and Life Purpose Analysis combined with the meditation practices will lead to clear sense of Awareness, and fresh sense of Purpose, in order to create a long-term vision with clarity and set your intention going forward with renewed confidence. (Find out more...)
 
The Food (& Water)

​​Raw food cleanse/detox is a nutrition plan where you consume nothing but liquid nutrient extractions (aka smoothies) full of vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds for a certain number of days. The purpose of the cleanse is to absorb as many quality nutrients as possible while giving your digestive system a break.
​Choose the diet that fits your body and your cleanse/detox retreat goals. The simple liquid diets will achieve deeper and quicker results. ​For a more balanced drink, we suggest using vegetables as the base of your juice and adding one fruit for a touch of sweetness.
​​​While cleansing, it is important to stick to a daily routine and schedule as much as possible. This will help your body adjust and make the days easier for you. 
Raw Food, 4 Days, 1 Person
Raw Food, 4 Days, 1 Person. (Another bag of salad greens is supplied on day 3, and replenishments are always available for everything else.) The food on the right (to be kept in the fridge) is washed, chopped and ready to blend. Fruit that would spoil if the skins were removed is washed and ready for you to chop. ↕
​"Ninja" Nutrient Extractor
​You have your own powerful and versatile "nutrient extractor"/blender in your unit, the 1200W Ninja SS101
​Raw Solid Food  (Twice a day)
We recommend 2 of the 6 meals in your daily diet to be solid raw food. It's up to you which 2 of the 6 meals are raw, best when you're feeling hungry or low on energy during the day.

​Blend-it-Yourself  •  the rationale
The food is provided ready for blending, which the retreatant does themselves, for the following reasons:
  • In order to take maximum advantage of the nutrients the smoothie should be consumed immediately, or at least within 20 minutes.
  • Perhaps most important, is that it will give you some practice in making smoothies and sticking to a schedule, (but without the hassle of buying and preparing the ingredients), so that you will take this practice away with you and continue making smoothies when you get home.
  • Your privacy is guaranteed, you won't be disturbed 5 times a day by a smoothie delivery.
  • It keeps the cost down, the retreat is less expensive than it would be if staff had to make the smoothies for you.

​​Raw Food Detox • Sample Menu Plan
  • Wake up with the sunrise: Lukewarm or room temperature water with sea salt and/or lemon juice to taste
  • 8 - 9 a.m. (Breakfast, after 1-2 hours): Nut Milk: Add one handful of mixed nuts, and a spoonful of honey to spring water and blend. Drink 'straight' for breakfast and/or use for blending fruit smoothies. (*Or Solid Raw Food)
  • 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.: Liquid Nutrient Extraction
  • 1 - 2 p.m. (Lunch): Liquid Nutrient Extraction (*Or Solid Raw Food)
  • 3 - 4 p.m.: Liquid Nutrient Extraction
  • 5 - 6 p.m. (Dinner): Liquid Nutrient Extraction (*Or Solid Raw Food)
  • 6 - 8 p.m.: Liquid Nutrient Extraction ​
  • Spring Water and/or Herbal Tea with Lemon or Honey (optional), throughout the day​
* Or Solid Raw Food: Two meals/day are recommended to be solid raw vegetables, fruits, nuts & seeds; 
  • Allow a minimum of 2 hours between meals &/or drinks
  • Important: Avoid all food and drinks (except water and herbal tea), between dinner and breakfast time, at least 12 hours. The body needs to experience partial fasting and clean itself during the night.
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​Typical Selection of Ingredients (30+)
Fresh produce:  ​Apples • Pears • Bananas • Oranges • Pineapple • Melon • Kiwis • Lemons • Celery • Carrots • Asparagus  • Cherry Tomatoes • Broccoli • Cauliflower •  Beets • Ginger • Lettuce/Salad Greens •  Avocado • Cucumber • Berries (2-3 kinds) • Seasonal Fruits & Vegetables
Also provided: Mixed Nuts, Seeds & Dried Fruit • Dates • Nut or Seed Butter • Local Apple Juice • Sea Salt • Olive Oil • Herbal Tea • Honey
Ingredients: ​100% ORGANIC, non-GMO, and locally sourced whenever possible.

​Recommended Practices:
  • Add pinch of salt &/or cayenne pepper to liquid drinks.
  • Drink 8-10 cups of water &/or herbal teas; no sweeteners. (add lemon &/or salt to alkaline).
  • Add water to Vegetables in the fridge after 48 hours. A pinch of salt is optional. Change the water every 48 hours
  • Do not consume anything at least 3 hours before going to bed
​Four Liquid Extraction Mixes
Two Drinks: Two or more vegetables, 1/2Apple, ginger, lemon, water.
Two Drinks: Fruits, Ginger, lemon, water.
​Liquid Extractions • Suggestions
Combine least 3 or 4 fruits and vegetables in the blender cup, fill to the top with apple juice or spring water, and it's a good idea to add lemon & ginger to taste. Use the following suggestions as a starting point to invent your own combinations:
  • Carrot, Apple, Lemon, Ginger, Salad Greens
  • Lemon, Apple, Orange, Ginger
  • Apple, Cucumber, Celery, Lemon, Greens
  • Apple, Cucumber, Pineapple, Lemon, Greens
  • Apple, Broccoli, Grapefruit or Orange, Lemon, Ginger
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​Two Raw Meals:
One Green Salad and seed mix
One Mixed Fruit Salad and seed mix

​Solid Raw Food •  Serving Suggestions 
  • Sliced vegetables or leafy greens with lemon and Himalayan or sea salt
  • Fresh fruit skewers
  • Fruit or vegetable salads
  • Add nuts or seeds to fruit or vegetable salads. ​​​

​Benefits
​There are many benefits to eating cleansing raw fruits, nuts and vegetables as smoothies. When you ‘powerfully blend’ them, also referred to as “nutrient extraction”, you're consuming all the nutrients and antioxidants from the fruits and vegetables in a digestible form. This means that your body can absorb all the goodness and benefits they have to offer.
Raw Cleanse Foods, 4 bowls of salad
Raw Cleanse Foods

​Common Health Improvements
  • Improved skin condition
  • Weight loss
  • Clearer thoughts
  • Better moods
  • Toxin elimination​
  • ​​Better digestion
  • Improved sleep
  • Optimal energy levels
  • Reduced dehydration
  • Reduced cravings

​Drinking water (and/or herbal tea) throughout the day, aids in the removal of toxins by flushing them out more quickly, whilst also keeping you hydrated. Drinking at least 8 cups of water a day can help you stay on track.
Denman Island Spring Water 
We provide naturally alkaline Denman Spring Water with a pH of 7.2 - 7.4, close or equal to our blood which is pH 7.34 - 7.35.
DenmanWater.ca ►
 
The Spa
Infrared Sauna • daily sessions
The in-house, full-spectrum, medical grade Infrared Sauna is included for 1-2 people, for private daily sessions lasting up to 3 hours, including 60 minutes IR exposure. 
​Relax with a private West-facing garden view. The interior is exquisitely hand-crafted from sustainably grown Canadian Basswood, the least allergenic wood in North America. It's assembled without glue from thick planks, so the sauna is toxin-free, and finished with 100% natural beeswax. With the lowest EMF of any sauna in the world (up to 80X lower than other brands on the market), it is safe for people with electrical sensitivities.
Medical grade infrared saunas employ ceramic elements so they don’t overheat the air, so when you’re sitting inside an infrared sauna, taking a breath is comfortable. The ceramic elements emit heat in the infrared spectrum which your body loves. Humans absorb heat in the infrared spectrum, like the sun’s heat, naturally and very efficiently. The sweat glands just under the surface activate and start pushing out sweat without causing your heart to race, or your blood temperature to rise. It’s a much lower-stress way to detox.
Find out more about the Infrared Sauna  ►
Oceanfront Scandinavian Sauna • 1 session (included)
Experience the healing benefits of this Nordic tradition that dates over 2,000 years. The hot → cold → relax →​ repeat circuit has numerous positive effects for the mind, body and spirit, including better sleep, improved physical and mental health, accelerated recovery and healing.
Head to the private beach where you can spend hours alternating between the wood-fired barrel sauna, plunging in the ocean, showering, relaxing by the fire, while admiring sweeping views across the Lambert Channel to Hornby Island. This retreat includes one session which can last at least 4 hours, but you are welcome to book more...
Find out more about the Oceanfront Sauna  ►
 
What to Expect on Day 1 of Detoxing
​The first day of your detox journey can be the most difficult. You might experience some unpleasant side effects such as headaches, fatigue or nausea as your body adjusts to the cleanse. You should always check with your doctor if you have any concerns. Here are a few suggestions to help you get through day one:
  • You may be using the bathroom frequently, so drink plenty of water and/or herbal tea to stay hydrated
  • Take a hot bath/hot tub or shower, to help relieve any tension headaches
  • Book a sauna session
  • Book a Massage or Shiatsu session
  • Get plenty of rest and relax as much as possible
  • Don’t work out or do any strenuous activity
How to get through Day 1 ~ Relax...
To get through Day 1 ~ Relax, in the tub (unit 3), in a hammock, Scandinavian sauna, hot tub and cold plunge, infrared sauna, in your private garden, or book a massage, all at Manna House
 
Recommended Daily Activities
Mind-Body Exercise Recommendations
​Take a few minutes, two or three times a day minimum, to do some or all of the following.
​Listen to your mind/body and choose the best options for you.
  • Wake up with the sunrise
  • First 30 minutes & last 30 minutes of the day - develop a Positive Mindset Habit, such as Sun Salutation, Yoga, Tai Chi, or Meditation 
  • Stick to light physical activity. While it's a good idea to tone down your exercise routine during a cleanse, light activities help boost blood and lymphatic circulation
  • Self-guided activities could include meditation, yoga, Tai Chi, gentle walking, perhaps at sunset on the beach...
  • ​In your private garden, repeat the Hydrotherapy Spa Circuit: Hot > Cold > Relax
  • A daily infrared sauna session is included in this retreat, the timing is a matter of personal choice but it's a good idea to make it roughly the same time every day, thereby allowing the maximum time between sessions.
  • ​An ocean foot soak for penetration of mineral salts​
  • Breathing Exercises e.g.: Wim Hoff & Diaphragmatic Breathing
  • Progressive Muscle Relaxation Training
  • Try to get plenty of rest, go to bed as early as you can (at least by 10.00 pm) and take naps if possible​
​It's a good idea to prepare for emotions that may arise. According to traditional Chinese medicine, the liver is associated with anger, the kidneys with fear, and the spleen with worry. Old emotions may arise and be cleansed from the system as the corresponding organs are cleansed.
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Light Walking
For light walking, it's 2 minutes to the beach ↕
​Keep a Journal – 30-40 minutes a day 
  • Write down a list of good memories and what you are thankful for
  • Write down a list of bad memories and what you have learned from them
  • Before going to bed, write down the events of the day, from that moment going backwards to the time when you woke up
  • Before opening your eyes or making any movements in the morning, remember your dreams. If you do remember any, review them and write them down, before doing anything else.
Mind-Body Exercises on YouTube:
Light Stretch Yoga-10 minutes
Breathing Exercise: Wim Hoff & Diaphragmatic Breathing
​ Progressive Muscle Relaxation Training
Meditation / Mindfulness
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Oceanfront Scandinavian Sauna
Scandinavian Oceanfront Sauna ↕
 
Depart feeling renewed and motivated for long term lifestyle changes • Results & Outcomes You Can Expect
Feeling recharged, deeply rested and having much higher energy
Set on the right path with healthy lifestyle and eating habits
​Have a clear intention and focus of direction for the future you want to create.
Weight loss if your body has extra fat. Most of our guests feel significantly lighter and more vibrant after 10 days.
Feel lighter emotionally, physically and mentally with your heart and spirit aligned and connected to your higher purpose
"Coming-Off" a Cleansing Detox  |  Post Retreat Strategy
​The day after the cleanse, eat primarily raw or lightly steamed vegetables, fruit, or nuts. Portion sizes should be small, and the diet should be very similar to what you did to prepare for the cleanse—no sugar, coffee, wheat, gluten-containing foods, processed foods, or dairy.
​The next day, include more plant foods, such as beans, brown rice, or quinoa. Continue adding back foods you’d like to have in your regular diet. By the fifth day after the fast, resume eating regular meals.
Identify Your Allergies
​Some people use the days after a cleanse to identify their reactions to foods. To do this, keep a journal and reintroduce foods systematically, noting any changes in energy, digestion, cravings, or other symptoms.
​For example, gluten may be introduced in small amounts on the first day. Then note what happens over the 24– to 48-hour period after reintroducing each food. Dairy is another food category that is often reintroduced carefully and tested.
How Often Can I Cleanse?
​This is a general guideline to follow for the frequency of your raw food cleanses. Keep in mind that we are all different, and these recommendations may not suit everyone.
  • 1 day cleanse – once a week
  • 3 day cleanse - once a month
  • 4-6 day cleanse – once every 2 months
  • 7-10 day cleanse - once every 3 months
 
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MITRA'S BIOGRAPHY • VEDIC ASTROLOGY
Mitra's Bio (3.5 decades) includes: Fine Artist; Print & Online Publisher; Practitioner and Teacher of Consciousness including Healing Arts. ​
Masters of Fine Arts - California; Qualified Tibetan Meditation Teacher; Vedic Astrologer.
Art Website: www.mitraghaffari.com
Mitra offers Meditation Retreats and Spiritual Counseling with a holistic approach to your physical, mental and spiritual cleansing and healing journey.
Vedic Astrology Sessions
​Birth chart & theatre of the sky analysis at the moment of choice: Life Purpose • Karmic Life Patterns • Inherent Strengths & Challenges • Opportunities & Challenges for the next 12 months
► 1st session: Pre-recorded Zoom Video 
► 2nd session onwards: Phone or Zoom video calls.
Spiritual Counseling
Includes: Dream Interpretations • Inner Child and Trauma Cleansing • Forgiveness • Energetic Cleansing and healing • Questions and Answers
► Phone or Zoom video calls.
► $150 / 20 minutes  •  $275 / 40 minutes
DISCLAIMERS
Wherever you are on your journey to taking responsibility for your own health and well-being, at Manna House we offer you the opportunity to take another step in a safe and supportive environment. The information presented here and any advice given personally, is based on years of experience and research, however, we are not health or nutrition professionals and as such cannot be held responsible for any health issues that might arise during or as a result of the retreat. On these retreats, responsibility for your health rests with with you - you are in charge!
Medical: Consider checking with your doctor before starting a detox cleanse, particularly for cleanses lasting longer than one day or if you have a health condition. Always, listen to your body! Let your doctor know immediately if your body does not respond well to the cleanse.
Raw Food: The raw food is thoroughly washed prior to being delivered to you, however, for insurance purposes, you are responsible for making sure that the food you consume has been cleaned, and you should rewash any food that you have reason to doubt.