It is Bali's combination of warm weather, friendly locals, natural beauty and affordability that has made the Indonesian province a favorite holiday destination and second spiritual home for many people. Here we share 5 spiritual activities in Bali to nourish the soul.
The word soul comes from the word 'solar' - which is 'looking at the sun'. The first thing in the morning is the sun in an infrared state. This light activates our pineal gland, formerly called the "seat of the soul" or the "third eye." So by watching the sun rise for the first five minutes of daylight, we are literally feeding our souls and turning on our intuition. It also helps to reset our internal clock, which is useful for people who have trouble sleeping.
But what about eye damage, you ask? Don't worry, there is no UV light within the first five minutes of a sunrise or sunset.
Tirta Empul is the most sacred well of Bali. Fresh, clean drinking water comes from the mountains and from the well. The water comes out in several places, representing the seven endocrine glands, also called the seven chakras. So by going through the different pools, you cleanse different parts of your spiritual body and your physical body. You will feel absolutely amazing after going through this process!
Bali is known for its healing magic, and one of the most unique experiences you can have is visiting a traditional Balinese healer. There are a select few legit healers in Bali, and you have to do your research to find them. Sure, you may run into others by seeing ads on the street, etc., but this is not the real deal. Balinese healing is a tradition often passed down through the family for generations to those with a “special gift” and then practiced for life.
Head to the west side of Bali for the best sunsets in the world! As with watching the sun rise, watching the sun set during the last five minutes of light is incredibly beneficial for those who have trouble sleeping. Because it helps reset the biological clock and lets us know it's time to rest. Health benefits aside, a sunset is an absolutely magical sight to behold with your loved ones or to own your own.
Mt Batur is an active volcano that is sacred according to Hindu belief. You will start the hike after dark so that you can reach the top at sunrise. It's not an easy journey, but well worth it for the incredible view from the crater rim. Many people find hiking a good activity to nourish the soul, because it helps you to escape your mind and simply focus on putting one foot in front of the other on that mountain!
