The Restful MInd.The main purpose of the restful mind is that we have more room for and capacity to love: to let ourselves care very deeply and then live life accordingly.If we can let go of being so strongly attached to how we think things and people should be, then we can be even more generous in our love, a love for which we ourselves are thankful every day.
His Eminence Gyalwa Dokhampa in
„The Restful Mind, a New Way of Thinking, a New Way of Life“.
The Restful Mind philosophy is infused into the daily life at the Sanctuary.
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When did you first visit Bhutan and what was your impression of the Kingdom?
I first visited Bhutan in 2011. Together with a friend who had been there before and who shared his fascinating stories about Bhutan with me. I had become very curious.
After living in Vietnam for almost twenty years and working hard, I felt I needed a change in my life. It was in Bhutan where I learned about the ´restful mind´ and where – for the first time in my life – I experienced what that feels like.
What made you decide to develop Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
I felt an urge to develop a new kind of hospitality project, not the usual luxury resort as I had done before. I wanted to develop a place, where guests would feel part of the destination, and not a tourist.
In my view, Bhutan had (and still has) everything today´s traveler is looking for: ancient culture, pristine nature, profound spirituality, a tradition of herb-based healing, and a focus on wellbeing. Today’s travelers want to be involved, they want to experience the essence of a destination. I wanted to develop a place where travelers can find the peace to let go of the daily craziness and find a balance between their body, mind, and spirit.
Why is the Sanctuary unique, in your view?
There are a few things that make the Sanctuary unique. First of all, it is our concept of inspirational hospitality. I see the Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary as my home, and together with my team, we do our best to make guests feel at home.
Secondly, we are the only all-inclusive luxury resort in Bhutan, offering our guests complete relaxation because every aspect of their stay is already paid for. Ranging from a free consultation and treatments by the in-house traditional medicine doctors, 4-course lunches, access to an indoor heated infinity pool, daily wellness treatments, yoga classes, guided herbal walks in the gardens, meditation sessions, pottery classes to 6-course dinners, and much more.
What do you wish for the future of the Sanctuary?
I hope we will be able to welcome guests soon. After almost two years of closure, we are all looking forward to doing what we are good at and what inspires us: taking care of guests in the best possible way to ensure they can experience the essence of Bhutan.
I hope more and more people will learn about all Bhutan has to offer, and I wish they will take the time to engage with the Bhutanese people, learn about their culture, enjoy nature and experience the real Bhutan.
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