The environment
South of Puglia. Close to the sea.
A Masseria that is quiet, well designed, and uncomplicated.
Everything around you is taken care of.
- Food.
- Space.
- Rhythm.
- Time to walk, swim, read, rest.
The environment supports the work.
A glimpse of the days: Schedule
8AM: Morning meditation and movement
9AM: Breakfast
10:30AM: Clarity session late morning with meditation
1PM: Lunch and Free time
4PM: Afternoon meditation and clarity work
6PM: Somatic practice
7:30PM: Dinner
Included in your retreat package:
- Daily Movement classes
- Daily Self Leadership Sessions
- Private Session with Rachel
- All meals and non-alcoholic drinks
- One full-lenght massage
- Two full days without your phone > non-negotiable, you have to actually turn your devices in
- 4 Meditation sessions per day
- 1 Excursion
- 1 Guided walk
- 1 Lunch by the Beach
- Transfers during the retreat and 1 shared transfer for arrival/departure on the 14th and 20th to/from Brindisi
To find out more or book your place...
Please contact Rachel at rb@revealingvajra.com if you would like to ask any questions about this retreat or how to book and pay for your place, she will be more than happy to get back to you!
You can also book and pay securely online here. Payments via Paypal, Credit Card or Bank Transfer
About Rachel Bonkink
For more than twenty years, I have been helping people navigate change, make difficult decisions and create a life that feels more aligned with who they are.
Before founding Revealing Vajra, I worked as a Chief Operating Officer in the corporate world. Today, I still work with organisations and professionals on topics such as mental wellbeing, resilience and leadership.
I understand the realities of demanding careers, busy lives and the pressure that comes with responsibility.
Alongside that work, I have spent the past fourteen years leading retreats internationally. More than a thousand people have joined me on retreat during that time.
Many arrive carrying similar questions.
Why do I keep doubting myself?
Why does the same situation keep triggering me?
How do I find more peace of mind?
What do I do when life becomes difficult?
Most people already know more than they think they do.
What is often missing is the combination of time, structure and honest guidance.
Without that, it is remarkably easy to keep repeating the same conversations, the same doubts and the same habits, even when you genuinely want something to change.
As a certified coach, meditation teacher and author of Flex Your Mind, I bring together practical tools, deep experience and a straightforward approach that people often find both grounding and refreshing.
My interest has never been meditation for its own sake.
It has always been the same question: How do we stop making life harder than it needs to be?
Practical
September 14 to 20, 2026
Masseria Potenti, Puglia
Closest airport: Brindisi
Bari is also possible, at your own cost.
Six to ten people
3750 Euro / 4400 USD (payment is in EURO)
695 Euro non refundable deposit
Includes accommodation, meals, all sessions, one massage, excursion and beach lunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a meditation retreat or a self leadership retreat?
Meditation is one of the tools we use throughout the week.
The purpose goes beyond meditation itself.
You learn how your mind operates under pressure, what happens when difficult emotions arise and what helps you return to a steadier place when life becomes challenging.
Many people understand their patterns intellectually.
This week is about learning what to do in the moments those patterns show up.
Who is the Puglia Retreat for?
Most people who join are professionals, entrepreneurs or women with significant responsibilities.
From the outside, life often looks quite successful.
Underneath, there is usually a growing awareness that something needs attention.
This retreat is for women who are ready to stop postponing that conversation.
Do I need meditation experience?
No.
Some participants have been meditating for years.
Others are complete beginners.
Curiosity matters more than experience.
I get bored easily. Will there be enough to do?
Boredom is rarely the issue.
Most people discover how quickly the mind looks for something to do.
Another activity, another plan or distraction.
The week includes four meditation sessions a day, movement, self leadership sessions, a massage, time by the pool, walks, the beach and an excursion. There is plenty of space to rest, reflect, swim, read or go for a run.
This is your week.
What makes this retreat different from a wellness retreat?
A wellness retreat helps you relax.
This week explores what keeps creating stress in the first place.
You return rested, of course.
More importantly, you return with practical tools that help you navigate difficult moments, trust yourself more and create greater peace of mind in everyday life.
Why are there two days without devices?
Most people underestimate how often they reach for distraction.
Messages, news, work, social media.
Two days without devices creates a very different experience.
Attention settles.
Thoughts become easier to observe.
Many participants describe these two days as the most valuable part of the retreat.
Is this retreat suitable for women travelling from the US or Canada?
Absolutely.
The group is international and many participants travel alone.
Brindisi is the closest airport.
Bari is also possible and is approximately a two hour drive away.
Can I extend my stay?
Yes.
Many participants choose to stay a little longer and explore more of Puglia, several are arriving earlier.
Popular destinations include Lecce, Alberobello, Polignano a Mare and Grottaglie.
The extension is separate from the retreat itself and can be organised independently.
Next step
If this experience resonates with you? Reach out.
rb@revealingvajra.com
+32 476 204 121 for whatsapp
We can have a chat and see if this is the right retreat for you right now.
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