Location
Timesmore
Boulevard Saint Michel, 47
1040 - Etterbeek - Brussels
Metro: Montgomery or Thieffry
Teacher
Day of Nourishment: Rest and recharge
For people who already practice mindfulness or yoga and for everyone looking for some peace and calm.
Sunday 24 November, from 10.00 to 16.30 CET; registration closes on 23 Nov at 17.00 CET (scroll down to register)
With senior mindfulness teacher and psychologist Steve Savels, assisted by teacher in training Andra Antonescu
This event is fully booked. contact us for the waiting list or book your spot for the next one on 12 January.
Recharge your batteries
With the end of the year and all that it brings in terms of responsibilities and to do's, it might be difficult to find time to rest and recharge your batteries.
Come and take a pause with us and resource yourself from within with mindfulness. More than ever is important to prioritize moments of just being. Benefit from a day in stillness and calm where guided mindfulness practices will help your busy and possibly anxious mind to come to rest. We will focus on grounding practices to quieten the mind and tap into the inner silence that is within all of us.
Join for some deep rest that can help you to see more clearly what you need to flourish. You can also find a sense of peace in the midst of a packed and often stressful life.
Why take a day of nourishment?
A day of mindfulness allows you to take a deeper dive, so you can at the same time refresh and deepen your practice. This can help you reconnect with meditation and boost your motivation to continue with it on a daily basis. You can also feel the benefit of meditating in a group. The teaching will be done in a trauma-sensitive way so that you can feel as safe as it is possible for you.
We will practice a mix of different forms of meditation, mindful walking and stretching, to bring your mind to rest and to tune into what really matters to you.
The day will mostly take place in silence, with English instructions given by the teacher. We also encourage you to refrain from using your phone.
Some benefits of a day of nourishment
- Feeling more rested, relaxed and calm
- Improving your focus and concentration
- Gaining greater physical and psychological wellbeing
- Deepening your mindfulness practice
- Finding a new sense of inner freedom
- Being able to see more clearly what really matters to you
- Easing the voice of the inner critic and developing a kinder, more compassionate mind
- Developing a sense of contentment and fulfilment
- Feeling connected with and supported by a group of like-minded people
The location - a haven of peace
The day will take place at Timesmore, a beautifully decorated and spacious Maison de maître in the heart of Brussels (close to metro Montgomery). If the weather allows, we will do some outdoor practices in the beautiful and serene garden.
Tea, coffee and snacks are available throughout the day. Please bring your own lunch as well as a yoga mat and blanket.
For whom?
Ideally, participants will have some prior experience with mindfulness and/or yoga. If you are completely new to these practices or in doubt whether it is a good moment for you to join, please contact us before registering.
It is best to join this retreat day when you are in a relatively stable condition. If you are currently experiencing an episode of depression or anxiety, it may be better to wait until you feel more settled.
The programme (indicative)
- 09.30 Arrivals
- 10.00 Introduction, mindful yoga and opening meditation
- 11.30 Tea meditation
- 11.45 Mindful walking and sitting meditation
- 12.30 Mindful lunch in silence (please bring your own lunch)
- 13.15 Outdoor session using all senses explore nature's beauty (if weather allows it), alternatively sitting and walking meditation
- 14.00 Lying down bodyscan meditation
- 14.45 Tea meditation
- 15.00 Sitting meditation, gentle practices to end the silence and closing session
- 16.30 Departures
Digital detox and silence for deep rest
Throughout the day we will be practising digital detox to give our mind some rest. Please put your phone in flight mode or do not bring it at all so you are not tempted to check your messages. Please inform your relatives that you won't be reachable during this day (except in case of emergency).
For most of the day we will be in silence to deepen a feeling of rest and peace while being connected with the group.
Meet your teachers
Steve Savels is a senior mindfulness teacher, clinical psychologist and coach who has led many courses and retreats for Brussels Mindfulness. He also works as a therapist in a group practice. Participants appreciate his gentle and calm style with lots of humour. He is also a certified teacher of the Mindfulness Based Compassionate Living (MBCL) programme.
Assistant teacher
Andra Antonescu
Andra Antonescu is a teacher in training since October 2023. She has discovered mindfulness in 2017 during a difficult time in her life. Amazed by the positive effects of meditation, she has attended a series of mindfulness and positive neuroplasticity courses and retreats. 'She has also completed an energy healing practitioner course and a Reiki Levels 1-4 training with Shizen Healing & Meditation. With time and constant practice, her inner oasis of peace and resilience has grown, and she is now happy to assist you in building your own inner safe place.
What to bring
- Your own lunch (micro waves and dishes are available at the location).
- Yoga mat and meditation cushion (optional, you can also use a chair),
- Warm socks,
- Blanket (optional).
Rates for the mindfulness day
Rate: € 139 (incl. VAT- €114 excl VAT)- early bird fee 119 (incl VAT- € 98 excl VAT)
Apologies- this event is fully booked
Tea breaks with some snacks are included in the fee, but please bring your own lunch.
Give yourself the gift of rest and rejuvenation
Feeling drained and in need of some deep self-care? Join us for a restorative day dedicated to nourishing your body, calming your mind, and recharging your spirit.
Reserve your spot now and experience the power of rest, relaxation, and renewal.
Registration for the Day of Nourishment
Please fill out the form below in order to register for the Day of Nourishment. This information is important for the teacher to understand your motivation to participate.
All information you provide will be treated confidentially and will never be shared with third parties. We will get in touch with you if we have any questions, so please provide the phone number on which we can most easily reach you. Please check our privacy policy here.
Please check our terms & conditions about cancellations and refunds.
Questions?
Do not hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions. For administrative and practical questions, please contact info@brusselsmindfulness.be. For questions about our courses and events, have a look at our FAQ.
If you want to discuss something directly with the teacher, you can contact Steve Savels via steve.savels@brusselsmindfulness.be.
Many thanks for your registration. We look forward to meeting you in the event.
Health & Well-being Guidelines - Retreats
Important information on your mental well-being and silent retreats
While meditation retreats can be very nourishing; they do require sustained meditation practice throughout your time there. This also demands some stability of psychological health and can be triggering for some people.
Have you experienced significant trauma or psychiatric illness, or are your currently struggling with your mental health such as with anxiety, depression, or burnout? If so, a retreat might not be the best option for you at the moment. The teacher might not be able to give you the kind of individual psychological care and support you need right now.
If you are currently under the care of a mental health professional, please discuss your attendance with them. You should be in a relatively stable period of mental well-being and have adequate psychological resilience.
Please fill in the questions in the registration form as open and honestly as possible, this will give us an idea of your current situation. The teacher of the retreat may reach out to you for more information
If you are unsure, or have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly at info@brusselsmindfulness.be.
What participants of previous Day of Nourishment retreats said
"I appreciated the introduction and explanation, also the sharing and group experience."
"It was great to take some hours for myself and get in touch and in balance with myself and the world around me. I am more grounded and balanced. Thank you!"
"The atmosphere was very nice and calming and the teacher was excellent."
"It is a very welcome one day break when you can disconnect an entire day. I liked a lot how the day was structured. Thanks for the books reference dealing with acceptance, self-compassion, imperfection - great, inspiring topics."
"The Day of Nourishment was a surprising gift for me, a day of taking care for myself and recharging my batteries. The silence and the meditations helped me get centered in what is essential to me."
Registration Form
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