GlobalSpa
14-Jun-2025
At the heart of Shillim lies Dharana, where the approach to wellbeing is thoughtfully designed to help individuals from all walks of life heal, rewire their stress response, and optimise balance in everyday life.
Global Wellness Day is a powerful reminder that in a world increasingly driven by superficial fixes, true wellbeing lies in stillness, self-awareness and sustainability. It invites us to pause and reflect on the true meaning of wealth - one that extends beyond amenities - the health of our bodies, minds, and the planet we share.
This year, as Dharana at Shillim celebrates its one-year anniversary since its evolution into an Ayurveda-led precision wellbeing sanctuary, the theme for the day resonates deeply: #ReconnectMagenta. It's a powerful call to reconnect with nature, ourselves and every aspect of our wellbeing. Dharana at Shillim, a healing space that seamlessly blends ancient wisdom with modern diagnostics. Nestled amidst the Sahyadris within 2,500 acres of restored forest, Dharana at Shillim redefines healing - not merely as the absence of illness, but as a deep reconnection to self, nature, and surrounding ecosystems. Located within a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s top 36 biodiversity hotspots, it offers a rare sanctuary for rejuvenation and self-discovery. Spanning 320 acres within this living forest, the retreat is just a 2–3 hour drive from Mumbai and Pune, offering a transformative escape in the lap of nature. The name Dharana, drawn from Yogic philosophy, reflects a state of focused awareness - one that is cultivated through personalised wellbeing programmes and immersive experiences designed to restore balance, clarity, and vitality.
Over the past year, Dharana at Shillim has championed its approach to integrated wellbeing with a Problem–Solution–Impact framework, bringing a subtle yet powerful shift in the landscape of wellbeing. This thought has allowed them to go beyond conventional care, addressing root causes with carefully curated and personalised programmes.
Each guest at Dharana embarks on a bespoke journey that aligns with their individual needs and long-term goals. Some of the flagship long stay programmes include:
The Art of Detox: A mindful, science-backed Ayurvedic cleanse that resets the gut and eliminates toxins at the cellular level.
Rest & Revive: Designed for those experiencing chronic fatigue, burnout, or disrupted sleep, this retreat focuses on deep cellular rejuvenation.
The Mental Resilience Retreat: Combining neuroscience, breathwork, and meditation, this programme helps recalibrate the nervous system and restore mental clarity.
Gavin de Souza, CEO, Dharana at Shillim, shares, “With over 70% of health outcomes influenced by lifestyle choices, there’s growing recognition that wellbeing is shaped as much by how we live as by biology. At Dharana at Shillim, we embrace this philosophy to guide guests toward lasting balance. Dharana is a retreat designed to inspire intentional living and enduring wellbeing.”
From gut biome sequencing and blood markers to herbal intelligence and mental resilience, Dharana at Shillim isn’t a retreat—it’s a renewal system. Begin your journey at www.dharanaretreat.com
