THE METHOD
Ancient wisdom reimagined for the modern soul
PLANT-BASED DETOX
Reduce inflammation and stimulate your body’s natural regeneration potential with a powerful nutritional protocol designed to reset and revitalize. Each day, enjoy three seasonal, plant-based meals carefully crafted for their high quality and targeted health benefits.
By eliminating refined sugars, this detox program helps your body enter a state of ketosis, unlocking the benefits of a prolonged fast—deep detoxification, enhanced self-healing, and greater mental clarity.
Fasting Mimicking Diet
The Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) is an innovative, science-backed method that replicates the powerful benefits of traditional fasting—while still allowing you to eat.
The core principles of FMD:
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Gentle caloric restriction to activate the body’s natural detox and regeneration mechanisms
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Nutrient-rich meals to support your essential needs
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Foods that promote ketosis—a metabolic state where your body burns fat for energy
Ketosis
Take a break from sugar: less sugar, more clean energy.
Ketosis is a natural metabolic shift that unlocks your body’s potential and activates its regeneration mechanisms.
The benefits of ketosis:
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Stable, lasting energy: Say goodbye to blood sugar spikes and crashes—your body taps directly into fat reserves for fuel.
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Reduced inflammation: A natural way to calm the body and support recovery.
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Mental clarity: Ketones provide clean energy that sharpens your focus and boosts your mind.
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Deep detoxification: Your metabolism eliminates built-up toxins and promotes cellular renewal.
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Weight management: By accessing fat stores, your body moves toward a more balanced state.
Mindful Eating
Rediscover food as a true awakening experience.
Each bite becomes a moment of mindfulness—savored in silence, in a peaceful setting, surrounded by nature.
It’s an invitation to transform your relationship with food and to nourish both your body and your soul.
By reconnecting with the act of eating, you deepen your connection to yourself and to the natural rhythms of life.
This conscious approach helps you regain control over this vital relationship, embracing it with love, respect, and compassion. It’s a genuine path toward lasting harmony between your nutrition, your well-being, and your environment.
NOBLE SILENCE
For thousands of years, the practice of silence has been used as a powerful tool to regain clarity and inner harmony. In our fast-paced modern world, this ancient wisdom offers a rare opportunity to slow down, reconnect, and truly listen to what’s happening within.
We make this practice gentle and accessible: just half a day of silence each day—carefully guided and adapted—so everyone can ease into it at their own pace, without pressure or rigidity.
Benefits of Silence
By embracing these quiet moments, we allow our minds to settle, our thoughts to clear, and our bodies to slow down.
Silence offers:
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Mental clarity to better understand yourself
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Deep grounding and inner calm
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A genuine connection to your sensations—especially during silent meals, where each bite can be fully savored and food experienced in a whole new way
Gentle and guided silence
We understand that silence can sometimes feel intimidating. That’s why we’re here to guide you. Each morning begins with a reflection circle to support you in entering this state of introspection with calm and ease.
The silence we offer is respectful and welcoming, never strict. It adapts to you within a safe environment, supported by our caring and attentive team.
Integration
We offer group integration sessions where everyone is invited to come together to reflect, practice deep and conscious listening, and connect.
These moments help build authentic connection, foster a true sense of community, and encourage a collective awakening—where each person can grow and connect deeply with others. These sessions create a space for sharing, support, and transformation, inviting everyone to journey together in an open and caring atmosphere.
MOVEMENT
Your body is a gateway—a door to your inner balance and transformation.
Our energy-based movement sessions, yoga practices, and self-expression workshops will guide you on a somatic journey of self-discovery and healing, helping you reconnect deeply with your body and support its natural detoxification process.
Somatic Movement
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Deep Reconnection: Learn to fully inhabit your body and listen to its needs.
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Detox Support: Stimulate blood circulation, promote lymphatic drainage, and soothe the organs involved in toxin elimination.
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Tension Release: Let go of physical and emotional blockages.
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Energy Balance: Restore a natural, harmonious flow within your body.
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Emotional Calm: Release stored emotions and soothe your mind.
Body Connection
Movement becomes a bridge between the physical, mental, and spiritual. We use the body as a tool to create a deeper connection with yourself—through physical health, creative expression, and the unity of body, breath, and mind.
Everything is rooted in body awareness and connection to the breath. By slowing down and tuning into your sensations, you open a space where creativity can naturally arise, transforming the way you live and express yourself every day.
Healing through Movement
We use the body and breath to slow down, go deeper, and access the more subtle layers of your being. Through movement, dance, and body expression, buried emotions are released, allowing old patterns to leave your system.
This process brings profound change. Your body comes back to life where it was once neglected, tense muscles regain their flexibility, and blocked energy begins to flow freely again. Every movement becomes an invitation to transformation—a way to let go of what no longer serves you and to allow what wants to bloom to emerge.
FACILITATORS
Ben Dessard
Creator of the Deep Dive Retreat, Ben is a fasting and metabolism expert with a Master’s degree from the University of Austin, as well as a certified Yoga Synergy instructor. He provides a safe and supportive space through his experience and calm, compassionate energy. He will be your steady anchor throughout your journey.
Carlota Amargos
Carlota is a passionate and multifaceted woman who loves taking care of every aspect of Life. Head Chef of the Amara Valley Kitchen and founder of Amrita Cacao, Carlota will illuminate the retreat experience with mindful nutrition and Cacao Ceremony.
Morgan Palmer Hubbard
Co-Founder of Amara Valley with Carlota, Morgan is a thought-leader and visionnary. As an expert in Yoga and Consciousness, Morgan will offer enlightening sessions on movement and self-awareness.
LOCATION
Amara Valley Nature Retreat
Amara is a peaceful and ideal setting for our regeneration experience. Nestled in the heart of an ancient oak forest, this center is dedicated to transformation and well-being, offering a tranquil space perfect for reflection, introspection, and healing. With comfortable facilities such as a swimming pool, sauna, Yoga Shala, and professional kitchen, Amara allows us to rest deeply and reconnect with ourselves in a warm and soothing environment.
HOW TO GET THERE?
By Car:
Amara Valley is located 1.5 hours from Perpignan, in Catalonia, Spain. Easily accessible by car, the venue offers parking so you can safely leave your vehicle.
By Train:
There are direct daily trains to Girona. Amara Valley is 40 minutes from Girona by taxi or carpool (see below).
By Plane:
Direct flights arrive at Barcelona or Girona airports. From Barcelona, buses are available to Banyoles (about 1.5 hours). Amara Valley is 15 minutes from Banyoles by taxi or carpool (see below).
Carpooling:
We create a Google spreadsheet for participants to organize carpooling with others driving to the retreat. The link to the spreadsheet is provided in the retreat preparation email.
PRICES & ROOMS
Limited Spots
EARLY BIRD - 10 % until September 30th
Prices include the accommodation, the detox program, and all activities.
They do not include transportation or optional treatments such as massages.
Shared QUAD Room
719 € instead of 799 € per person
Shared TWIN Room
764 € instead of 849 € per person
Private SUITE
899 € instead of 999 € per person
BOOK YOUR SPOT
Ready to join us for the Deep Dive? Here are the next steps:
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Click “Book Now” below to pay your deposit (deducted from the final price).
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In addition to your confirmation email, you’ll receive a second email with the registration form (check your spam or promotions folder if needed).
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Fill out the form, choosing your detox option and room preference.
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Once we review your form, we’ll send you a confirmation email with all the details to help you prepare for the retreat.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
This plant-based detox is intended for individuals in good overall health.
It is not recommended for people with the following conditions:
Type 1 diabetes, pregnancy, breastfeeding, eating disorders, retinal detachment, kidney or liver failure, extreme weight loss, extreme fatigue, advanced cerebral arteriosclerosis, or psychosis.
