This silent retreat is the best gift I could give myself. It was a transformative journey which was nothing short of magical, refreshing and calming.Throughout the retreat, both Kea and Barbara led us through mindful practices that include meditation, qi gong, walking meditation, and self-reflection exercises.
It was during these moments that I realized the true power of silence – it was not an absence of sound but a profound presence of stillness, allowing me to be present and to self-reflect on my own emotions. The nourishing vegetarian meals served were not only a treat but also an essential part of the overall rejuvenation process.
The mindful dining experience further reinforced the retreat's purpose of nourishing the body, mind, and spirit. This silent retreat has truly refreshed my mind and I left this retreat with a profound appreciation for the power of silence in nurturing the soul.
A silent retreat is not for me" was a belief I held close to me for the longest time but this year, I decided that I would not let my self-limiting beliefs hold me back any more. And I'm so glad it was in the comfort and safety of this lovely retreat hosted by Kea and Barbara. I went in heavy, burdened and honestly a little burnt out from the hustle and bustle of life, with very little expectation of what was to happen other than being in silence.
I thoroughly enjoyed being nestled in this safe and nourishing space for us to be still and get to know the depths of ourselves. I've never felt anything like this before– we were off-grid and disconnected from the rest of the world, but I've never been more connected with myself. I highly recommend this experience, and would love to come back for another one!
It was a peaceful experience being with a group of strangers, as everyone was very intentional in the process of going inward. Although we barely spoke to one another, it was comfortable to sit next to people and even fall asleep near them. I felt at home and safe, with a wonderful collective energy throughout the retreat.
Kea and Barbara are fantastic facilitators—they seem to know exactly what everyone needs. This retreat reminded me that stillness is everywhere; it’s found between every breath, every word, every sentence, and every gesture. The things I will bring home are developing a self-practice, having more conversations with myself, and being more thoughtful about the things I choose to share.
I literally feel I have better harmony and rhythm after these 3 days of silence than before I joined.
During the free spaces in the retreat, I vividly recalled how we tend to block off our feelings, and at that moment, I was able to feel the unplugging of my emotions. One of the major highlights for me was the walking meditation, as it gave me the opportunity to observe not only the outside world but also my inner self.
Participating in the Becoming Still Retreat for the second time was an absolutely transformative experience for me.
It was significantly different from my first time, and I can confidently say that it exceeded all my expectations.
Everyone needs a space where the world grows quiet enough for the soul to speak. Throughout the retreat, the teachers offered gentle guidance, wisdom and insights, which enriched my journey.
I felt genuinely cared for and understood in a space where vulnerability was welcomed, a place to clear my head, heal my heart and lift my spirit.
Being silent and being able to spend time for myself is really hard due to my attachment to the digital world. I so often belittle myself to thinking that I am unworthy. Being an introvert, it took so much courage for me to actually attend this retreat alone but to my surprise, I made it through and I am forever grateful to have learnt so many things from the beautiful and kind souls here. This silent retreat allowed me the time to really appreciated slowness and list down all of my worries, doubts and feelings that I have neglected for a long time.
I am so thankful I am able to find some answers and I really want to execute it instead of just keeping them inside my heart. Slowly, I believe everything will fall into places. Love you all!
This was my first silent retreat, and I realized it’s not as scary as I imagined. I learned something new: we don’t have to do anything, go anywhere, or be someone else to be happy—I’m good just as I am. :) The atmosphere of the retreat was warm, grounding, and peaceful. During one fleeting moment of practice, I felt as if everyone had disappeared, and I was just on my own, enjoying the stillness.
A word I would use to describe the retreat is rebirth, as I felt like a baby again, looking at the world with new eyes and senses. Moving forward, I plan to incorporate more mindfulness into everything I do, whether it’s eating, walking, or driving.
This retreat was exactly what I had been searching for, as my mind had been swarmed with thoughts lately. I experienced stillness by the end of the retreat as we explored a variety of practices. My biggest takeaway is to embrace softness in a world that constantly asks us to be go-getters. I learned to appreciate softness as a source of strength to move forward in life. My greatest struggles were being still, carving out time, detaching from my monkey mind, and looking inward. I now want to incorporate more meditation into my daily routine, realizing that we can meditate anytime and anywhere—it doesn’t have to be a chore.
For anyone considering yoga or silence, my advice is to be fearless and surrender to the flow. This retreat reminded me that I’m not alone on this journey, as so many others joined this silent voyage into themselves, holding space for one another as we healed collectively.
I came here without any intention, simply wanting to experience stillness and doing nothing. Since we couldn’t read, listen to music, or talk to each other, the sounds of nature initially hindered my sleep. However, as the nights passed, I grew accustomed to them, and I now wish I could stay a few more nights in nature!
The major highlight for me was walking meditation. Surprisingly, something as familiar as walking took on a new meaning. Walking intentionally—feeling the breeze, observing ants on the ground—made time fly. Everything in the retreat was slow: we walked slowly, ate slowly, and meditated slowly. These are the practices I’d love to bring home with me.
My experience during my second time at the Becoming Still Retreat was even more fulfilling. I saw vast improvements in my meditation, inner focus, and ability to visualize. I was both surprised and impressed when I managed to do a 40-minute continuous meditation! Experiencing the passion and presence of other dedicated yogis and practitioners was truly memorable, as it inspired me greatly. Coming to this retreat is a way to give back to ourselves.
One word of advice for people new to silence: stay open-minded and give it a shot, regardless of the noise.
There was not a single regret coming out of the jungle after the retreat. In fact, I wished I had been able to stay there for a while longer.
The circumstances and environment of the retreat really helped with diving deep into my inner self. It had helped to minimise any possible distractions that would’ve normally come up in daily life.
Reflecting back, it has really helped me to build and connect better with the relationships around me.
I felt so amazing discovering that I could actually DRAW! I was able to pour my feelings, thoughts, and emotions into art journaling during the retreat.
The one word I would use to summarize the retreat is C-A-N. I can sing. I can cry. I can turn myself upside down. I can stay happy. I can meditate for long hours. I can do it.
I had been working non-stop for the past year, and joining this retreat was a homecoming for me—a chance to reconnect with myself, reflect on my life, and hit pause. Kea and Barbara provided a strong foundation for cultivating daily breathwork and meditation, practices I would like to integrate into my life after this.
My advice to those intimidated by a silent retreat is to come with an open mind. There is no need to resist the unknown; the group and facilitators are very open and helpful. This is a great gateway to simply start. I highly recommend this retreat to anyone looking for a good break!
I am an avid retreat-goer, and the Remembrance Bali Retreat was nothing short of amazing—from canang sari (a traditional Balinese offering) to waking up at 3 AM to watch the sunrise while sipping coffee against the breathtaking mountain view at Kintamani. Kea is a perfectionist; she will make sure you feel safe and that everything on the program is curated for your wellbeing.
The highlight for me was the sunrise jeep tour at Mount Batur. It was a reminder that no matter how challenging the journey can be, the fruits of our labor (seeing the sunrise) will always pay off. To not just take but to give back, to remember our roots, to return to ancient practices, and to honor the seed and our beginnings are some of the major takeaways from this retreat.
One of the main reasons for coming here was to spend quality time with my mother. Intrigued by the program curated around silence, I was curious to see how it would impact and shift the dynamics between me and my mom.
The water drum journey was touching and unique, where I could cuddle my mom like a baby in my arms, and she could lie in my lap and against my shoulder. These feelings were indescribable, and I would invite you to experience it to understand! Moving forward, I want to explore my inner heart and express myself better to the people around me.
The word to describe this retreat for me is LOVE.
Being a regular at Kea and Barbara’s classes in KL, I was interested in joining the retreat to improve my yoga practice and challenge myself.
I signed up not knowing it was a silent retreat, but I went through it smoothly and with much more ease than I had expected. I used to be an avid meditator during the pandemic, but it quickly faded once life resumed at full throttle. I am now eager to incorporate more meditation into my routine in the near future. My word for this retreat is BALANCE.
The silent retreat was a safe and trusted space as the beginning of a long journey back to our inner peace. So much wisdom shared by the teachers, also by the participants after we broke silence.
I was touched listening to their intimate thoughts, struggles and stories, despite only meeting one another few days ago.
We had been given space and time to spend time in solitude with no expectation and judgement. It was a refreshing experience.
The silent retreat was a safe and trusted space as the beginning of a long journey back to our inner peace. So much wisdom shared by the teachers, also by the participants after we broke silence.
I was touched listening to their intimate thoughts, struggles and stories, despite only meeting one another few days ago.
We had been given space and time to spend time in solitude with no expectation and judgement. It was a refreshing experience.
This experience was beyond my expectations. My intention in joining the Remembrance Retreat was to take a break from my two jobs and spend quality time with my best friends. I would say I am proud of myself for committing to wake up early every morning and following the schedule religiously.
It allowed me to truly break away from my past patterns and routines and to start afresh. I will definitely continue practicing more of the breathing exercises going forward!
The highlight of this retreat..
My goodness, sooo many to list out! From eating vegetarian meals, the tranquility of Ubud, the cool air that doesn’t require air conditioning, the 6:30AM meditation, yoga, journaling, the other cool yogis, creating energy ball, mandala art, breathework, salt pool, bonfire and herbal steam, meeting other experienced yoga teachers, the 3AM sunrise to breakfast and water temple and afternoon lunch, and how can I ever forget the art of giving and receiving.
Over the course of the retreat I learnt the importance of turning inwards and getting to know myself first in order to peacefully coexist with others.
Keá and Barbara helped to cultivate a safe space for us to experiment with the multitude of tools and practices they introduced. Everything was made very accessible and was a wonderful introduction to silence.
The space was also a gem - surrounded by lush green paddy fields and the sounds of Bali nature accompanied us from morning till night. I left feeling more connected than ever, both to myself and to the world around me.
This retreat was one of the best birthday gifts I have given myself. The space in nature was calming, the food was nourishing and the guidance received was very humbling.
The challenge for me during this retreat was to silence the monkey mind - and it is something that I will continue to work on to achieve mental resilience and stamina.
This retreat was healing and fun at the same time. Thank you.
Loved everything from A-Z, just what I needed most! I came without any expectations but was afraid I would not fit in due to my introverted and shy nature. Kea's presence in holding space dissolved all of my concerns, she made us feel comfortable and pressureless that I could connect and openly share with the women in both big and intimate groups. The agenda leaves us with ample space to explore being still, bask in nature freely and to embrace going with the flow. ized the true power of silence – it was not an absence of sound but a profound presence of stillness, allowing me to be present and to self-reflect on my own emotions. The nourishing vegetarian meals served were not only a treat but also an essential part of the overall rejuvenation process.
The mindful dining experience further reinforced the retreat's purpose of nourishing the body, mind, and spirit. This silent retreat has truly refreshed my mind and I left this retreat with a profound appreciation for the power of silence in nurturing the soul.
The Well Women Retreat was exactly what I was looking for for a long time.
Outdoor in nature, surrounded by a beautiful group of like minded women, really opening up ourselves.
Even though it is only 2D1N, I slowed down my busy mind, felt connected to everyone and enjoyed the beautiful yoga practices!
Keá is an amazing caring, inspiring person who perfectly organized this retreat. I would definitely come back for a longer retreat!
This retreat is a wonderful place for women to dip their toes into spirituality and the divine feminine, to start exploring concepts around menstruating, inner seasons, kirtans, oracle cards, meditation and so much more.
Kea provided a safe space for us to explore, express and grow. It was beautiful to be in her grounding presence! Thank you love!
The retreat gave me a feeling of lightness and rejuvenated again to take on the world. Friendships were made that I believe would last a lifetime.
Kea made everyone, most of us strangers, feel at ease. She does not push but somehow her demeanour allows us to be ourselves yet open up. I just feel a sense of calm around her. We had a safe space to be vulnerable with no judgment.
So proud that me and the women with me can now proudly call ourselves Goddess graduates.
Went in with the hope of experiencing and sharing positive vibes with the women in this retreat, but came home with a whole new perspective of myself as a woman. I had discovered parts of myself which I would have never knew before.
I am thankful and will always cherish this moment spent with 11 other women even though it was only one night. The memories of us laughing, dancing, cooking, sharing the space & just being together will always stay with me.
