Sleep well, live well
Unlock Your Best Self Through Deep Rest
Between the rush of our daily lives and the constant presence of screens, restorative sleep is harder to access than ever. One in three adults worldwide suffers from insomnia—and many more report chronic fatigue, burnout, or unrestful sleep. Through five combined decades of clinical experience and work with thousands of patients, Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar and Dr. Sheila Patel are offering a holistic, Ayurvedic roadmap to healing sleep from the inside out.
Meet Your Host
Dr. Sheila Patel, renowned for her expertise in integrative medicine, blending the wisdom of Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga with modern medical practices. With years of experience and a dedication to holistic health, she offers a unique and personalized approach to healing.
Dr. Sheila's philosophy centers around a preventive, predictive, personalized, and participatory approach to health, aiming to enhance the wellbeing of individuals and society as a whole. With over 25 years as a primary care physician, she integrates traditional healing practices and modern medicine, utilizing the tools and knowledge of Ayurveda in her patients' healing plans.
Meet Your Host
Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar, a classically trained Ayurvedic Physician with over 35 years of Clinical Experience, and a gold medalist for his research thesis at Pune University.
Dr. Suhas is a Best-Selling Author, Motivational Speaker and an acclaimed Educator in the field of Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine. He has traveled around the globe popularizing Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation & Natural Medicine. He is an Adviser to the Chopra Foundation, Chopra Global, and the Director of Ayurvedic Healing, an Integrative Wellness and Pancha Karma Clinic in Santa Cruz, CA. He specializes in Personalized and Lifestyle Medicine.
RETREAT INCLUDES:
Comfortable accommodations
3-night stay at CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa
Daily guided workshop
An educational session led by Dr. Sheila or Dr. Suhas each day
Curated wellness programs
Including daily guided yoga and meditation
Spa experiences
2 sleep-inspired spa treatments (up to $275, service charge included)
Communal dining
8 communal vegan Ayurvedic meals (daily breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
Dr. Sheila & Suhas' Book
Newly released book, 'Awakened Sleep'
Supplemental wellness classes
Access to CIVANA’s daily wellness classes in addition to your retreat programming
Lifestyle Consultations
Opportunity to add a 1:1 session with Dr. Sheila or Dr. Suhas for deeper guidance*
We all have the capacity for awakened sleep—and when we align with it, we unlock healing across every level of our being.
Dr. Sheila Patel & Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar
Why join this retreat?
It's an opportunity to step away from daily distractions, reconnect with your body and mind, and immerse yourself in practices that restore your natural rhythm and vitality. Together, we’ll explore practical tools rooted in both Ayurvedic teachings and modern science—while also living those tools in real time.
Make It Personal
This retreat isn’t one-size-fits-all. You’ll receive practical tools and create personalized rituals that enhance brain health and transform sleep into a meditative, restorative practice.
Unlock Your Best Sleep
Learn sensory care rituals that help the body and mind prepare for “enlightened sleep" and understand your Ayurvedic sleeper type and the core imbalances that may be interfering with rejuvenative rest.
Real Connection
Experience the practices of Awakened Sleep, including yoga nidra, breathwork, and guided meditation with Dr. Sheila and Dr. Suhas.
Ongoing Support
Retreat participants will receive access to Dr. Sheila’s and Dr. Suhas' private online community for continued teachings, reflections, and practices throughout the year.
Weekend Sessions:
- Discover Your Sleep Type & The Science of Circadian Rhythms
- Sensory Rituals & Marma Points for Deep Rest
- The Gut-Brain Axis, Emotions & Sleep
- Crafting Personalized Evening Rituals for Awakened Sleep
- Creating a Sleep Plan for Daily Life
1:1 with Dr. Sheila or Dr. Suhas
Retreat guests seeking deeper guidance and support will have the opportunity to add on a 60-minute private mentorship session with Dr. Sheila and/or Dr. Suhas.
• Receive guidance on creating or refining your daily routine
• Ask questions in a private, dedicated space
To inquire about 1:1 availability, please email our Guest Experience Team at gx@civanacarefree.com.
Sample Day Itinerary:
• Friday @ 7am: Morning Yoga & Meditation
• Friday @ 8:15am: Communal Breakfast
• Friday @ 9:00am: Dr. Suhas Educational Workshop
• Friday @ 10:15am-5pm: Leisure & Spa time
• Friday @ 12:30pm: Lunch Offering
• Friday @ 5:30pm: Dr. Sheila Educational Workshop
• Friday @ 6:45pm: Communal Dinner
• Friday @ 7:45pm: Evening Yoga & Meditation
*Please use the full itinerary when planning your Spa appointments and other experiences.
*Stay dates are between 12/11/25-12/14/25. Rate is prepaid, non-refundable. Cannot be combined with other offers. Subject to availability. Communal Meals, includes 8 communal vegan Ayurvedic meals daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Spa treatments up to $275 per treatment, gratuity included. Max of two treatments per guest and can not be transferred to other guests. Experience Fee will be applied per guest, per night + tax and includes: full access to daily complimentary wellness programming, restful resort amenities, fitness center, resort bikes, CIVANA water bottle with access to on-property FloWater alkaline water hydration stations, WIFI, self-parking, and more.
1:1 Consultations: sessions are 60 minutes and availability is very limited and reserved for retreat participants only.