Sophie is starting her college career this fall. She has been serving on the Board of Directors of the Maya Gold Foundation since 2020, as part of the teen advisory team. She became involved in mental health issues after attending a teen mental health first-aid course offered be the Maya Gold Foundation, and has worked creating programs that promote mental health and awareness of mental health care issues. She is now a foundation alumni.
“This was hands down the best spiritual retreat experience I’ve had since I left my teacher’s ashram. Omega, Kripalu, Esalen don’t compare to the lovely energy happening at Menla. The small, intimate facilities allow them to make delicious food, very sattvic & each meal feels restoring to vitality. The staff is very kind and helpful. Everyone we met seemed to have a fullness of heart and a strong dedication to be of service to the place & the guests. The environs are gorgeous! The hiking trails are well marked. I could spend 100 days here & never wish for the outside world. I cannot recommend this place more.”
Aimee S.
“Menla means Medicine Buddha in Tibetan, but I think the esoteric translation must be ‘magic’. Menla is a place unto itself.”
Isa Gucciardi
“EVERYONE I met with was spectacular in service and friendliness. Twan actually waited for me to get down the mountain one evening when his shift was done to ensure my safety. I never experienced this type of commitment and kindness at Omega or Kripalu. I both teach and do a lot of continuing education, and you guys take the cake!”
Michelle Laccadito
MENLA
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