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Even when we’re speaking the same language, how often are we hearing each other?
I’m fascinated by words, and their ability to affect the way we perceive the world.
With messaging coming to us through multiple channels, it’s increasingly important that the words we use to communicate are clear, concise,
and from the heart.
HOLIDAY MESSAGE | 2020
Dear Friend,
Tucked among the cryptomeria, a species of cypress trees symbolic of protection, immortality and hope, are the private guest studios and open air spaces of Shou Sugi Ban House. As the national tree of Japan, cryptomeria is often planted around temples and shrines, as their majestic height and shape are known to offer protection from negativity. Their very distinct, pyramid-like shape points upwards towards the sky and helps to remind us to look beyond what is at eye level, with hope.
As we step out of this year and into the next, we have found an overwhelming sense of hope in what lies beyond the year just passed. We have found hope in the collective journey that was endured in 2020, as our personal journeys were faced separately but very much together. Our journey is now the common thread
that connects us all on a very human level.
Shou Sugi Ban House was built upon the idea of inspiring basic human connection. Through layers of community and wellness programs, we continue to bring people into mindful, safe and
sacred spaces. While our programs continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of our guests, our community, and the basic needs of the human experience, the foundation remains the same.
We extend heartfelt gratitude to you, for without you our spaces would not thrive or expand. We find hope in seeing and welcoming familiar faces through our doors, as it gives us another opportunity to inspire connection. Thank you for finding a sense of protection and hope in the spaces beyond the cryptomeria trees and for sharing this evolution with us.
Wishing you health and happiness as we step into the New Year
MOTHER’S DAY BLESSING | 2020
In Japanese culture there’s a sacred tradition known as hanami, meaning flower viewing. This practice takes place throughout the spring as sakura trees bloom, and cherry blossoms become abundant.
Not only is the cherry blossom a national symbol of Japan, it is a symbolic flower of renewal and the transient nature of life itself.
Much like the beloved cherry blossoms that appear as the days become noticeably longer, Mother's Day signifies that a new season is upon us.
From this point, Mother Nature becomes more lush in her leaves, her fields and her gardens. She blesses us with stronger sunlight, birdsongs, and gardens to harvest. While she fills our lives with abundance, it is our job to honor the fleeting beauty of the season.
Mother's Day reminds us to honor and celebrate the caretakers and providers in our world who have taught us to honor and celebrate the delicate beauty of life in each moment.
A collision of things among the mountains that raised me
Nostalgia for the past
Appreciation for who we are now
Sadness because it changes in an instant
Cherish it
Love it
Grieve it
And tell your people you love them.
HOME
PERSONAL POEM | 2023
SEASONAL PHILOSOPHY & PROGRAM | 2022
Nourishing the physical body with wholesome foods is the first step in clearing blockages in the energetic body. With an understanding of how holistic eating benefits overall well-being, we find empowerment in making food choices that support us physically, emotionally and spiritually.
This season, we’re offering a focus on restorative nutrition and food education. These experiences hold space for you to explore daily rituals and reestablish a connection with your body and your innate wisdom.
The Shou Sugi Ban House culinary philosophy is rooted in the belief that true health is grounded in nature. Wholesome practices and daily rituals lead to improved digestion, reduced inflammation, increased vitality and enhanced microbiome health.
The use of seasonal ingredients and herbs from our garden hold the nutritional value that our bodies need for longevity and well-being. Additionally, our kitchen offers meals at set times during the day, supporting the body’s natural rhythms.
Fresh, honest ingredients help us eat closer to nature and require fewer natural resources. With sustainability as a guiding principle of the entire property, our plant-rich culinary program was developed with the same intention.
Jumpstart your day with this nourishing morning ritual and watch as your daily habits make an easeful shift:
ADAPTOGENIC ELIXIR | 7:45AM
Our adaptogenic elixir shot holds the benefits to jumpstart the body, belly and mind and acts as a replacement for caffeine, bringing your system the support it needs on a molecular level.
MORNING MOVEMENT | 8:00AM
Start your day with gentle yoga or functional fitness, enjoying diversity in movement through a mindful approach.
SUPERFOOD BREAKFAST | 9:30AM
A clean breakfast sets the intention for the rest of your daily choices. Enjoy an easy and satisfying post-workout meal, designed to fuel your morning with balanced proteins and antioxidants.
NUTRITION EDUCATION | 9:30AM
Open conversation with our lead nutritionist will help you understand how the ingredients in your breakfast are benefiting your body. Learn easy ways to recreate this wholesome meal in your own home.
RETURN TO ROUTINE
PROMOTIONAL LANGUAGE | 2019 - 2023
Sweet September
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Celebrate in Gratitude
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