There are five undeniable parallels among the world’s most long-lived populations, discovered in geographical areas called Blue Zones.  These parallels include diet, rigorous daily physical activity, quality time spent with loved ones and community, a fulfilling spiritual life, and a clean environment.

Costa Rican demographer Dr. Luis Rosero-Bixby discovered in 2005 that 60 year-old Costa Ricans have the longest life expectancy of anyone in the world.  This discovery led to the conclusion that Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula is an international Blue Zone, one of a handful of the world’s small geographic pockets containing the longest-lived populations.  The 70 mile-long and 30 mile-wide Nicoya Peninsula has specific distinguishing characteristics that classify it as one of the planet’s Blue Zones.

I am grateful for my direct experience of retreat in this magical place and for the opportunity to inquire deeply inquiry into what life is really all about in the Blue Zone – to experience how it feels to step off the modern world merry-go-round for a time to truly connect back to my inherent knowing about how life can feel day to day.  How health is our divine right, and our connection to the earth not only nourishes us deeply, but also guides us deeper into our own intuition and what we truly need.  Radiant Health Retreats programs are set up for this specific study, experience and transformation.

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