Building Resilience
Description
A stress management retreat designed to help you manage pressure and strengthen your ability to respond with steadiness, this immersive experience blends practical learning with restorative wellness practices.
Although stress is part of life, resilience can be developed. In this relaxing and informative retreat, you will explore the physiology of stress, assess your current resilience using modern biofeedback techniques, and learn how ancient yoga wisdom and contemporary science can work together to support greater balance, health, and well-being.
This retreat is created to help you unwind, feel refreshed, and leave with specific tools you can continue to use in everyday life.
3 Day / 2 Night Retreat Includes:
- Introduction to managing stress and building resilience
- 60-minute Building Resilience Assessment
- 90-minute Building Resilience Follow-up Practicum
- 60-minute Therapeutic Massage
Amenities Beyond Your Daily Treatment Schedule
The program opens with an orientation and lecture on the first evening and ends with lunch on the final day. Alongside your daily treatment schedule, you will also have access to:
- Morning yoga classes
- Vegetarian meals
- Explorations in self-awareness
- 400 acres of wooded hiking trails and vistas
- The Sacred Grove Cafe
- The MarketPlace
Conscious Simplicity
At the Himalayan Institute, simplicity is part of the experience in everything from the environment to the approach to yoga. With fewer distractions, there is more room to strengthen the inner self and settle the mind. Rooted in authenticity and philosophy rather than ornamentation, the setting supports meaningful personal growth.
Treat Yourself
On Saturday and Sunday mornings, the Himalayan Café serves the Institute’s signature chai, coffee, and homemade cookies and treats. The 24/7 Tea Lounge offers a selection of herbal teas at any time. Daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the MOKA Origins Factory features handcrafted, ethically sourced chocolate and coffee, with free tours and tastings on Saturdays.
Sacred Space
The Sri Vidya Shrine is the spiritual center of the Himalayan Institute. This sanctuary is a peaceful place for silent meditation and group spiritual practice, both central to the Himalayan Tradition for thousands of years. Open to seekers of all backgrounds, it offers a serene setting for meditation, quiet reflection, prayer, and contemplation.
Nourishing Meals
Thoughtfully prepared vegetarian meals are designed to nourish body, mind, and spirit. Each of the three daily meals is easy to digest and aligned with a meditative lifestyle. Sharing meals together also encourages connection, creating both deep nourishment and a sense of community.
Loving Community
The Himalayan Institute welcomes guests from all walks of life. With short-term visitors, long-term residents, and a vibrant community living on campus, the atmosphere is warm, generous, and service-oriented. Friendships often form naturally here, growing into lasting bonds that can feel like family.
Rest in Nature
Set in the rolling hills of the Poconos, the 400-acre campus offers sweeping views, scenic hiking trails, and quiet places for reflection. Walking is a favorite way to enjoy the grounds, whether on groomed trails or along paved roads, inviting both movement and mindful presence in nature.
David Goddard
David Goddard, LAPC, NCC, C-IAYT, AYS, has studied the Himalayan Tradition for 20 years and lived at the Himalayan Institute’s Headquarters in Honesdale for 15 years. As a yoga teacher, yoga therapist, and biofeedback therapist, he brings his interest in cognitive science into the field of integrative wellness.
Accommodation Options
Harmony Cottage
The Harmony cottage is nestled on the edge of the forest within the Himalayan Institute campus. This spacious cottage features a one-bedroom layout with a kitchen, full bathroom with tub and shower. Surrounded by the serene beauty of the Pocono Mountains, the cottage offers a tranquil escape where you can connect with nature. The open-concept living space combines the living area, kitchen, and dining space, providing ample room for relaxation and practice. This cottage includes a work desk with wifi and a single person sofa pullout. The bedroom is a cheerful sanctuary with a full size bed and walk in closet. The well-equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher and a washer and dryer. The bathroom includes a shower & tub.
Ananda Cottage
This cozy cottage offers a one-bedroom layout with a kitchen, bathroom with shower, and wifi. Nestled amidst the beauty of the Pocono Mountains, the Ananda Cottage provides a serene and tucked-away feeling, ideal for those seeking a peaceful escape. The open-concept floor plan offers a convenient flow between the kitchen, dining area, and living space. The bedroom provides a tranquil sanctuary with a comfortable, full size bed and a writing desk near the window. Outside, a private patio allows you to enjoy the serenity of the surroundings.
Guest House Suite
Our chalet-style accommodation features a spacious shared living room area that serves as the central hub for our 4 Private Two-Bedroom Suites. Each suite has a private bath, living room/sitting area, and a kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator (no cooking facilities provided). Additionally, each suite boasts a private bedroom with a full-size bed on the first floor, a pullout couch in the living room, and a roomy loft with a queen-sized bed on the second floor. Our Guest House Suite can accommodate up to 4 adults and 2 small children, making it an ideal choice for families or groups of friends.
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With more than two decades of study in the Himalayan Tradition, David Goddard brings a deep and well-rounded perspective to his teaching. He spent 15 years as a resident at the Himalayan Institute’s headquarters in Honesdale, where he further developed his understanding of traditional practice and contemplative living. Drawing on his experience as a yoga teacher, yoga therapist, and biofeedback therapist,...
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Fri, Oct 16