Conscious Retreats SA

04/02/2023

Retreat with us on a restorative long weekend of mindful movement and self-care.

Join us at mFulaWozi Wilderness, a 5 Star Private Game Lodge in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal, 20-23 April 2023.

Immerse yourself in the majestic luxury on offer with unprecedented views of the white iMfolozi River and the allure of the Big 5.

Our days will be filled with restorative yin yoga, meditation, game drives, bush walk, conscious conversation and delicious plant based, high vibrational foods.

Hosted by

🌟Alix Verrips private chef, award winning cookbook author and transformational coach
🌟Sibylle Sharon The Consciousness Coach transformational coach, facilitator and yin yoga instructor.

Included
⭐️3 nights in private one- or two-bedroom luxury suites at Mthembu Lodge nestled on the embankment of the white iMfolozi River.
⭐️3 plant based, high vibrational meals a day prepared by a private chef.
⭐️Unlimited non-alcoholic beverages throughout your stay.
⭐️1 one-on-on Consciousness Coaching™ or Time to Think™ coaching session (60min).
⭐️Daily Yin Yoga and meditation practice (twice a day).
⭐️Daily Conscious Conversation exercises.
⭐️1 customised massage.
⭐️2 game drives daily.
⭐️Guided bush walk (optional).
⭐️Free time for relaxation, contemplation etc.
⭐️Recommended reading list.
⭐️Take-home gift.
⭐️Cookbook PDF of the meals served on retreat.
⭐️Conservation levy of R300 per person per day (SA Residents only).
**Travel to and from the venue is not included.

Please email for a complimentary online connection call and rates.

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Retreat with us on a restorative long weekend of mindful movement and self-care. Join us at MFulaWozi Wilderness, a 5 Star Private Game Lodge in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal, 20-23 April 2023. Immerse yourself in the majestic luxury on offer with unprecedented views of the white iMfolozi River and the...

15/12/2022

Raise your Vibrations - https://mailchi.mp/32d420b5ea7b/raise-your-vibrations

Enjoy our delicious, high vibrational and plant based recipes, lovingly tried and tested by Alix Verrips, award winning cookbook author and transformational coach.

Drop us a message if you wish to receive our FREE Retreat Recipe PDF.

14/12/2022

22/11/2022

Green Goddess Toast

INGREDIENTS

1 garlic clove 🧄
I cup fresh basil 🌿
2 Tbsp fresh tarragon leaves/fresh dill
The zest and juice of 1 lemon 🍋
1/2 English cucumber 🥒; seeded, peeled & roughly chopped
1 Tbsp Boabab powder
2 ripe Avocados 🥑 quartered, peeled and pit removed
2 Tbsp Hemps seeds
1/4 cup of fresh chives, chopped
Splash of olive 🫒 oil
Salt and pepper
Toast of your choice

METHOD

Place the garlic, basil, tarragon/dill, lemon zest and a couple of pinches of salt to a food processor and pulse until a paste forms.

Add the cucumber, avo and Boabab and pulse until desired consistency.

Fold in the lemon juice until the correct acid balance is reached.

Spread on warm toast sprinkled with chives, h**p seeds and freshly ground black pepper.

Compliments of

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04/11/2022

Thank you for joining us on our first retreat at Alkira Lodge in Knysna, South Africa.

We value your trust and look forward to continued mutual growth and connection.

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04/11/2022

Thank you for joining us on our first retreat at Alkira Lodge in Knysna, South Africa.

We value your trust and look forward to continued mutual growth and connection.

Alix Verrips
Sibylle Sharon
The Consciousness Coach

03/11/2022

Right brain activation happens when we actively let go of thoughts by focusing our primary attention on one sensation at a time, such as sound, touch, vision, taste, smell, or breath.

In my yoga and coaching practice I share a powerful mindfulness technique taught by Shirzad Chamine, founder of Positive Intelligence, Inc. He calls it “PQ Repping”.

You will learn to focus on one sensation at a time and let go of thoughts as they come.

This strengthens your mental fitness which is your capacity to respond to challenges with a positive vs negative mindset.










The Consciousness Coach Sibylle Sharon Verrips ELLE PHOTO

17/10/2022

Anyone for Brunch?

Enjoy our delicious brunch recipe from our in Knysna, South Africa.

With love from , award winning cookbook author and private chef.

Roasted red pepper, butternut and kale Farinata
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INGREDIENTS
3/4 Cup of Chickpea flour
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
125ml extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
1 red pepper, diced
1 1/2 Cups of butternut, diced
1 Cup of kale, stripped and shredded
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
Pinch of chili flakes
1/2 tsp of ground cumin
1 heaped Tbsp nutritional yeast
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
1 heaped Tbsp toasted pine nuts
Salt and pepper
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METHOD
Mix 1 cup of tepid water with the chickpea flour, turmeric, pinch of salt and Tbsp of EVVO, cover with cling film and set aside for a minimum of 2 hours or in the fridge overnight.
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Place a roasting dish in the oven and heat to 220 C degrees.
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Toss the diced red pepper, butternut, garlic and cumin in 2 Tbsp of EVOO.
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Leave to marinate for a minimum of 15 minutes and then pour into the heated roasting dish.
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Roast for 7-10 minutes.
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Open the oven and place a cast iron frying pan or dish into the oven.
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Add the shredded kale to the roasting vegetables and stir with a spatula and roast for a further 5-7 minutes or until the edges just start to darken.
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Remove the vegetables and heated pan from the oven.
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Skim off any foam that has formed on top of the chickpea batter and discard it.
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Pour the remaining EVOO into the heated pan and pour half of the chickpea batter into it.
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Place it in the oven for 3-5 minutes or until it just starts to set.
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Remove the pan from the oven, disperse roasted vegetables evenly over the surface and pour the rest of the batter over them and return to the oven.
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Bake until the batter has set and surface is golden brown.
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Combine the parsley, pine nuts, nutritional yeast with some salt and freshly ground pepper. Sprinkle over the top of the farinata.
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Cut into wedges and serve.

15/10/2022

As promised here comes a first recipe with love from , award winning cookbook author and private chef.

A first favourite dairy & sugar free breakfast or dessert treat from our retreat at Alkira Lodge, Knysna, South Africa.

Enjoy!

Chia Pudding with Strawberries
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INGREDIENTS
1 can coconut milk
3 medjool date
1 tsp vanilla (paste or essence)
4 Tbsp chia seeds
1 cup fresh strawberries
6 mint leaves
6 basil leaves
Pinch salt
Pinch of poppy seeds (optional)

METHOD
Soak the dates in some warm water for 10 minutes.
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Remove the pits from the dates, place in a blender with the coconut milk and vanilla and blend until smooth.
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Stir in the Chia seeds and let mixture stand for a few minutes.
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Pour into glasses or small bowls and let it set for a few hours or overnight.
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Top the set puddings with a purée of fresh strawberries mint and basil and garnish with sliced strawberries.

12/10/2022

It’s been a real treat serving our participants foods lovingly prepared by , award winning cookbook author and private chef.

There’s so much to learn about and .

Watch this space for some delicious recipes coming your way from , Africa.

You are in for a (re)treat.

11/10/2022

Our first retreat in Knysna, South Africa was spectacular.

Anxiety was eased, heart spaces opened up and vibrations were raised.

Testimonials like this make it all worthwhile.

And we thought to share a few to encourage you to sign up with us next year.

11/10/2022

Testimonials like this make it all worthwhile.

And we thought to share a few to encourage you to sign up with us next year.

Our first retreat in Knysna, South Africa was spectacular.

We loved watching the transformation in our participants.

Anxiety was eased, heart spaces opened up and vibrations were raised.