The mantra we’ll be focusing on this week is Om Shanti. Last week we discussed that the Sanskrit word om doesn’t have an exact translation but is used to connect us with the original source through this universal sound. Shanti … Read More
The Sacred Yoga Retreat Fire Ceremony
Fire has been used for generations as a practice for releasing unwanted emotions, tensions and thoughts. Pictured here is a fire ceremony being held during a yoga retreat here at The Goddess Garden in Costa Rica. A typical fire ceremony … Read More
Green-and-Black Poison Dart Frog
The green-and-black poison dart frog (Dendrobates auratus) is found throughout Costa Rica and is one of the more popular varieties of dart frog. The small frogs, measuring less than an inch long, are vibrantly colored to warn predators of their … Read More
Bribri Indigenous Tribe
The Bribri are indigenous people of Costa Rica. Here at the Goddess Garden, we offer tours where you can meet and learn about this fascinating culture. If you choose to visit the tribe’s community, you will meet a native family … Read More
The Oldest Tree In Cahuita
Just a step away from our comfortable rooms and spacious open-air yoga studios, you will find the oldest and most amazing tree in Cahuita, Costa Rica. Its roots, as tall as a man, will leave you breathless. It is hard … Read More
Costa Rica’s 3 Toed Sloth
One of Costa Rica’s Classic animals, no trip to this wild country would be complete without a sloth sighting. These furry friends can be tough to spot as they spend between 15 and 18 hours per day sleeping. They also … Read More
Sunrise Over Playa Grande
In this first installment of Travel Tuesday, we’re sharing a unique experience worth having during your visit to The Goddess Garden in Cahuita, Costa Rica. For this special travel experience, you won’t have to go far. Less than 300 meters … Read More
Costa Rica: Pacific vs Caribbean Coast
When planning a trip to Costa Rica, it can be tough to decide whether the Caribbean or Pacific Coast is more your style. While it is possible to visit both, if you’re limited on time then here is a side … Read More
Tips – Keep Your New Years Resolutions
Welcome to the start of a brand new year! Now is the time that everyone seems to be making their big sweeping resolutions of all they want to accomplish in the next 12 months. But how many of us really … Read More
Time for a Yoga Teacher Training?
You love yoga, right? Of course! You probably wouldn’t be reading this if you didn’t. It’s possible that you even love yoga enough that you have thought more than once about becoming a teacher. This decision is one that shouldn’t … Read More