10 REASONS FOR EUROPEAN AYURVEDA
Long journeys, unfamiliar food and changing time zones are stressful to the human organism, which is why the Mauracher family brought the healing art of Ayurveda to Europe and developed it in a sensational way. The Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof in Hinterthiersee is a pioneer of European Ayurveda®. Discover why you should ditch long-haul flights and opt for your ultimate Ayurvedic break closer to home.
‘Sonnhof European Ayurveda®’ is a registered international trademark
‘I feel good®’ is the resort’s fundamental message
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Home-grown produce: the Lindhof farm
AUTHENTIC AYURVEDA IN THE ALPS
The expert team at the Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof took the ancient Indian teachings of Ayurveda, adapted it to our western needs and brought it to Europe! The methods are constantly evolving and improving to keep up with our busy western lifestyles.
QUALITY
Quality and professionalism are important aspects and can be assured, thanks to the resort’s new online campus for employees. During the course of their training and professional development, every member of staff studies a range of modules and experiences both the theory and practice of European Ayurveda®.
NO JET LAG
Changing time zones is a sure-fire way to unbalance our natural bio-rhythms! In order to bring about positive changes to our physical system we need rest and a balanced system. By forcing the body to adapt to the change in time zones we become unbalanced, which makes it harder to encourage positive changes.
EUROPEAN HERBAL OILS
Ayurveda encourages, whenever possible, the use of plants that grow in the same soil in which we live. Therefore, the resort makes their own high quality herbal oils from local plants and herbs for use at the Sonnhof. All oils are made according to Ayurvedic principles and are energised with healing mantras.
YOGA AND MEDITATION
Mental and spiritual strain and overload are increasingly common side effects of the western lifestyle. Although it is important to strengthen muscles, flexibility and endurance, the psychological side of Yoga should not be ignored. The Sonnhof’s Mind Detox Coaching® helps you develop your potential through meditation, mental exercises, Yoga, breathwork and energy exercises – and thus make your life and work happier and more successful.
EUROPEAN AYURVEDIC CUISINE
European Ayurvedic cuisine is a vital component of European Ayurveda®. A requirement of Ayurvedic nutrition is that staple foods are locally grown. Our bodies are familiar with the foods and herbs grown in Europe – the active ingredients suit European living conditions. To ensure that Ayurvedic nutrition is gently and easily processed by our European bodies, European Ayurveda® has developed its own recipes using local foods and herbs whose effects correspond with the Ayurvedic originals.
FARM TO TABLE
In 2016 the resort acquired the Lindhof farm, allowing them to embark into the world of agriculture in the spirit of sustainability and European Ayurveda®. This is how they combine their Tyrolean roots with the Vedic, and harmonise Tyrolean traditions with those of the Indian subcontinent. Both are linked by a credo: the preservation, development and teachings of the ‘science of life’. So guests enjoy vegetables, fruit and honey fresh from the Lindhof, which are then prepared using the wholesome recipes of European Ayurvedic cuisine.
INFORMATION AND EDUCATION
Information and education are important for building trust, letting go and integrating a healthy lifestyle. At Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof a lot of time is spent educating guests during their treatment programme. Key questions are answered to enable the customer to let go, develop trust and above all focus on themselves. Because only in a relaxed state are changes or healing possible.
A SHORT JOURNEY HOME
You know the feeling… two weeks of nutritious food and utter relaxation – and then it’s time for the trek home. The journey often involves long-haul flights and car drives and it can be very difficult to get hold of food that’s healthy, fresh and preservative-free.
SUSTAINABLE WELLBEING
Time pressure, mental toxins and an unhealthy diet lead to body imbalances, therefore it is important to analyse what lifestyle changes are realistic for guests’ return to everyday life. Family, hobbies, work and eating habits play an important part. Together with the Ayurveda experts, guests discuss unhealthy habits, learn why they are unhealthy and what the long-term effects are, and develop an at home strategy. When guests are at home they can contact the AyurvedaCentre and Dr Sharma at any time – a service you are unlikely to receive from India!
