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This library has been created to inform and inspire all who seek to live more conscious lives. Mana Online Community encourages a holistic approach to soulful living which stems from our innate ability to create our own reality for a more conscious, joyful and balanced life.
Tara School Reunion
Tara School – Then and Now Thirty-five years ago, inspired by a vision to establish the inaugural Mana Retreat Centre, the first buildings were constructed on the land. Originally, it
Qi Gong for Spring
A Spring Qi Gong Practice to Increase Health and Vitality Qi Gong is a gentle movement practice and a branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to cultivate and improve your
Why Kindness Matters
Compassion Hear from one of our presenters, Anna Friis, who co-facilitates the Mindful Self Compassion Retreats alongside Mara Elwood. Anna beautifully articulates what it means to be kind to oneself
Guided Meditation For Rest and Relaxation
This guided meditation by Amrit is designed to support deep rest and relaxation. Nidra Vidya, also known as the “knowledge of sleep,” is a form of Yoga Nidra, which is
Thai Pumpkin Soup
Thai Pumpkin Soup This Thai pumpkin soup is perfect for winter! Made with pumpkins, coconut cream, and a touch of Thai spices and herbs, it is comforting, healthy and delicious.
The Song of Silence
The Song of Silence Silence, a spiritual practice in itself, enables us to internalise and supports a deeper kind of nourishment. In a silent and meditative environment, the body relaxes,
Delightful Tropical Chia Pudding
How to make Tropical Chia Pudding This is a simple yet favorite Mana recipe that you can easily prepare at home for a fast and tasty dessert. You don’t require
What it’s like to Volunteer at Mana
WWOOF Volunteer Program For many years, Mana has welcomed numerous travelers worldwide through a work exchange program, providing a simple lifestyle alongside fulfilling work and meaningful connections. The work-exchange program
Sing Your Heart Out With Tony Backhouse
Meet Tony Backhouse. A devoted leader of A capella singing workshops for many years. If you’ve joined one of his workshops before, then you know that it’s an experience full
30 Years of Mana Retreat Centre with Peter Grunwald
It gives us immense pleasure to introduce you to Peter Grunwald, who has been leading six-day Retreats at Mana for almost three decades. Peter explores the integration of vision, eyesight,
An Interview with Geordie Jahner
We’re excited to introduce you to some of the amazing people who make Mana Retreat Centre so special. Meet Geordie Jahner, one of our long-term facilitators who brings her talent,
The Joy of Spring Gardening
A Message From Our Gardener Tony “After a wet winter and very wet soil conditions ,the last month or so has been great – the soil is warmer and drier
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Our Online Community is a collective field open to contributors; an inspirational space for co-creation. We welcome creative writing community contributions; personal stories, poems, vignettes, anecdotes, letters, prayers, etc that inspire Unity, Peace and Love. If you have content that you would like to share please get in touch with our team >