FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Q: "Is the retreat in English?"

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A: The retreat is completely bilingual, in Finnish and English (when we have international guests).You can use your native language when sharing in sharing circle and therapeutical talks are held either in Finnish or English.

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Q: "What does "restorative" mean in the retreat description?"

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A: The main goal of our retreat experience is restoration from psycho-somatic-spiritual -stress. The retreat supports just this with the wellness benefits of spending plenty of time in nature, stimuli detox ( digital and speech), shifting from state of "human doing" to "human being", regular healthy eating and sleeping, restorative activities (such as walks in nature, yin yoga, deep relaxation etc.) and the support of the community/ individual wellness services.

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Q: "How is the digital detox done?"

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Digital detox is an essential element in the restorative effects of the retreat, as smart devices are an essential factor that burdens us and constantly interrupts being with our own feelings and thoughts. In the restorative needs assessment -talk  (upon arrival) we collect the smart devices in storage for the duration of the retreat or you can decide to keep your device but putting it on airplane mode (advanced option, not recommended for beginners). 

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After the shared 6-day digital detox you can decide if you want to go for a longer period, or start to practice a new way of relating to your phone before returning to real life! You can also consider taking our digital wellness -program to make a personalized and tangible plan for your digital use post-retreat (additional service).

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If you want, you can give your close people our phone number +358 40 758 2335, in case of any emergency, so they can reach you through us if needed.

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Q: "What do I bring along?"

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 The house offers you towels and sheets, yoga accessories and a personal throw blanket. Consider packing for the retreat; comfortable walking shoes, layered weather-appropriate clothing, bathing suit, night robe/sarong (if you have one), writing pens and notebook, drinking bottle, earplugs, hat, sandals (handy when walking from building to building) and  a small backpack.

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Q:"Can I only participate in some of the activities and do I have to notify which ones in advance?"

A: Meal times, digital detox and silent periods are only shared fixed elements of your retreat. You have the opportunity to customize your retreat to suit your needs; all activities are voluntary and you don't have to decide anything in advance, you can make choices according to your needs.

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Q: "What if stillness and silence starts to feel uncomfortable?"

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It is very likely that you will experience feelings of restlessness slowing down and possibly in the silent periods. Some of these can be "withdrawal symptoms" from e.g. stopping using the phone and in itself is a sign that you are on the right track when coming to the retreat. Uncomfortable symptoms disappear in a few days and the reward is a long-awaited connection with yourself and a relaxed mind.  Of course, if you want, you can end the retreat at any time in the middle, if it feels right.

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Q: “What does a semi-silent retreat mean?"

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Our restorative retreat is a semi-silent -retreat, meaning there are periods of social interaction and silence. The silent periods are daily from 21:00 (silent sauna) to next day 12:00 (lunch) and on Silent Sundays until dinner. If you feel the need, you can continue your silence at any time wearing a symbol of silence on yourself, so other's will let you stay in your own space without contacting you. 

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Q: “Do the rooms have a private toilet/wash room?"

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Utula Nature is a combination of simple forest living combined with beautiful aesthetics. We do not have separate toilets/washrooms in the rooms, they are simply sleeping accommodations. We have 3 outdoor eco-toilets, woodlit beachfront sauna and warm outdoor shower/washing spot for shared use. ”Everything is thought out to the detail and harmonious here! ”, we keep hearing from our customers.

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Q: "How can my family reach me in an emergency?"

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You can give your family/close ones Utula Nature's number +358 40 758 2335, where they can put a message they want you to forward or if they want you to call back.

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Q: "How can I buy a gift voucher?"

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You can purchase a gift voucher for a digital detox retreat or any other services, for a specific amount (that can be used  as payment) or for the Online Digital Wellness -program done via Zoom. You can make the order through our contact form or by sending an email info@utulanature.com. Let us know the name of the gift recipient and the service or amount you would like the voucher for.

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As return email we will send you an invoice for the purchase together with a visually beautiful gift  PDF -voucher for the amount and assigned to the recipient. The voucher is valid through season 2025.​ NOTE! For last minute orders (need the voucher in 24 hours from the order), send an SMS to notify us +358 40 758 2335, 

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