Travelling can be a wonderful experience where you learn about cultures, try new foods, pick up important life lessons and experience a sense of euphoria like no other.
People from all walks of life travel for several different reasons. For many, it may be their first time and want to discover themselves as well as new hobbies. Or perhaps it’s the veteran traveller aiming to explore all seven continents. For some, however, it may be an escape. A getaway from reality where they may be exposed to bad habits such as substance abuse and addictions.
Travelling can be a fresh start, a new chapter, the turning over of a new leaf. These individuals can utilise any rehabilitation centres and find treatment plans that are tailored to each unique case. However, often a big part of rehabilitation is the use of mindfulness.
Understanding mindfulness
At its simplest, mindfulness is awareness. At its most complicated, it can be difficult to immerse yourself in. The American Psychological Association describes mindfulness as a deceptively simple way of relating to all experiences that can reduce suffering and set the stage for positive personal transformation.
Being mindful allows individuals to appreciate their surroundings, transforming moments into opportunities for joy and reflection. It fosters patience when faced with unexpected changes, promoting a more adaptable mindset.
It can be difficult to exercise this thought-process amidst the chaos of life, however if you’re travelling and looking for a place where you can experience wellbeing first hand, here are some perspective-changing places to visit.
Wat Suan Mokkh, Thailand
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A country where some associate it with beautiful beaches, scrumptious street food or even a place to party. Its vast range of activities also extends to meditation retreats where one can connect with their inner self. Located over 240km from the famous Phuket island, this serious centre is not for the faint-hearted.
On the first day of every month, Wat Suan Mokkh organises a 10-day long silent retreat, which you cannot leave early, consisting of daily meditations, chores and yoga. Moreover, be aware of the fact that your bed will be a concrete slab with a wooden pillow and a straw mat with an early 4 AM wake-up call. Despite how demanding this may feel, it is a truly profound and rewarding experience.
The Buddhist Retreat Centre, South Africa
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