Cold Water Therapy
Cold Water Therapy & Ice Baths!
What is Cold Water Therapy?
This is a practice where we gradually immerse our limbs and eventually the whole body into cold water.
How it works
- Decide that this is possible for you
- Immerse one limb at a time into the water while monitoring ego response
- When the ego is sufficiently relaxed, we continue exposing more skin to the water
- When our body is fully submerged, we breath and relax
- Become an observer and accept each moment
Benefits of cold water therapy
- Improved confidence and self esteem
- Improved function of the immune system
- Release of emotions stored in our physical and mental bodies
- Reduced inflammation of the body
- Improved mood and well-being
- Improved circulation
- Reduction in anxiety, anger, frustration
- Reduction in muscular and joint pain
- Deeper, more restful sleep
- Physcial and emotional reset
Is cold water therapy safe?
Yes, when done correctly! We do not simply jump in and hope for the best.
Cold water acts as a stressor causing the ego to respond in order to protect you. Conditions like hypothermia occur after unexpected, long exposures to cold water – in this practice we monitor, control and adjust as needed.
There are no long term negative effects if performed under proper supervision and guidance. Short term discomfort is possible: cold hands and feet, shivering, pain in fingers and toes, discomfort and desire to change what is – all clever workings of the ego.
- No long-term discomfort
- No physical damage
- No mental damage
- No hypothermia
Cold Water Therapy is an Integral Part of the 7-Day Retreat!
We are honored to coach and guide every participant through gradual cold water exposure as a part of our bespoke program that we offer during our 7-day retreat. We believe that in order to maximally benefit from our time together, physical and mental toughness must be in place to withstand uncomfortable environments you may find yourselves in throughout your journey and when you integrate going forward. The truth is, there will always be challenges in our lives, but we can improve our mental and physical resilience to live a life free from pain and suffering.
What is the Program for the 7-Day Retreat?
- Day 1: Travel Day. Airport Pickup and arrival to the Retreat location
- Day 2: Consultation, Breathwork, Ice bath, Kambo, Sananga
- Day 3: Breathwork, Ice bath, Kambo, Sananga, Integration
- Day 4: Breathwork, Ice bath, Kambo, Sananga, Integration
- Day 5: The Sacred Toad Ceremony, Integration
- Day 6: Integration work, The Sacred Toad Ceremony if needed, Closing talk
- Day 7: Travel Day: Airport Drop-off
Upcoming Events
✔ The All-Inclusive Retreat is from September 25 – October 2, 2023.
✔ Arrive to Liberia Airport, Costa Rica and leave everything else to us!
✔ All Treatments, medicines, transportation from and to the airport as well as food and lodging is included in the retreat fee.
✔ Become reborn and remember who you really are. Detoxify your body, face fear, de-calcify the pineal gland and rearrange your life’s priorities.
✔ The All-Inclusive Retreat is from October 23 – October 30, 2023.
✔ Arrive to Liberia Airport, Costa Rica and leave everything else to us!
✔ All Treatments, medicines, transportation from and to the airport as well as food and lodging is included in the retreat fee.
✔ Become reborn and remember who you really are. Detoxify your body, face fear, de-calcify the pineal gland and rearrange your life’s priorities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Set Clear Goals: Determine your goals for cold water therapy. Whether you're looking to improve circulation, boost energy, or reduce inflammation, having clear objectives can help tailor your practice.
- Start with Contrast Showers: For beginners, it's often recommended to begin with contrast showers. Start with a warm shower for a few minutes, then gradually decrease the water temperature to lukewarm, cool, and finally cold. Alternate between warm and cold for 30 seconds to a minute each.
- Gradual Cold Exposure: Once you're comfortable with contrast showers, you can progress to full cold showers. Begin with shorter exposures and gradually increase the time as your tolerance builds. Pay attention to your body's signals and never push yourself too far too quickly.
- Focus on Breathing: Deep and controlled breathing is crucial during cold water exposure. Practice slow and steady breaths to help your body adapt to the cold and reduce the stress response.
- Safety First: Always prioritize safety. Cold water exposure can be intense, so never engage in it if you're feeling unwell, have open wounds, or are alone without supervision.
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water before and after your cold water therapy sessions to stay hydrated and support your body's recovery.
- Warm-Up After: After cold exposure, warm up gradually with dry clothes, blankets, or physical activity to raise your body temperature and avoid feeling excessively cold.
- Consistency is Key: To experience the benefits of cold water therapy, consistency matters. Consider making it a regular part of your routine, but always listen to your body and adjust as needed.
- For Arthritis: Cold water therapy may provide relief for individuals with arthritis by reducing joint inflammation and relieving pain. The cold water can help numb the affected area, offering temporary relief from discomfort.
- For Fibromyalgia: When used judiciously, cold water therapy can be a complementary approach for managing fibromyalgia. The cold temperature may help alleviate muscle pain and reduce the hypersensitivity associated with fibromyalgia.
- For Anxiety: Cold water immersion can induce a physiological stress response, which may help individuals adapt to stressors over time. This adaptive response can potentially reduce anxiety symptoms and increase resilience to stress.
- For Depression: Cold water therapy's stimulating effect can lead to increased alertness and the release of endorphins, which are natural mood elevators. Some individuals find that cold water exposure can help improve their mood and alleviate depressive symptoms.
- For Weight Loss: While not a direct weight loss method, cold water therapy can indirectly support weight loss efforts. Exposure to cold water may activate brown fat, which burns calories to generate heat, potentially contributing to weight management when combined with a healthy diet and exercise.
From the very beginning I sensed that Niko and Karina were the right facilitators for me… and beyond that, allies, partners in the journey. Literally all I had to do was look into their eyes. They embody all the energy that is necessary for fulfilling the role of allowing people to enter into a place of immense vulnerability, in order to do the true work of letting go that is the foundation of Kambo medicine. Both Karina and Niko bring different vibrations but always complementary, and work brilliantly together to provide a comprehensive experience that informs and empowers participants, while creating a safe container to allow themselves to be exposed, seen, and held every step of the way.
- KristenIf you are here reading this, know that it is no coincidence. Niko and Karina are powerful, loving and inspiring beings who will hold space for your individual process of evolution in all dimensions. They will unconditionally accept and meet you where you are while simultaneously challenging you to dig deeper, in the most gentle and loving way. The way their three day process builds upon itself to the grand exclamation point is planned out beautifully and the individual attention is unparalleled. Trust your intuition, trust the process, and go for it. Be prepared for your life to change.
- NataliaHi, This is Katherine. I have had an RTT session with Niko. And he knows how to lead the RTT session for an effective transformation. His session showed me to feel better about myself and let go of the limiting beliefs I have acquired from the events in my childhood. I highly recommend his services. And he is very positive, supportive and uses encouraging words to assist me in finding the scenes and asking the right questions to uncover the limiting beliefs. He is professional and very competent in what he does and he knows how to help people with their issues.
- KatherineKarina and Niko have a gift for making you feel seen, heard, and held as you explore the depths of your Being. It’s been about 3 weeks since we completed our Kambo and Bufo sessions and we are still integrating. The sessions have had a tremendous impact on both myself and my partner. We feel reborn and are taking quantum leaps in our development as individuals and as partners. I highly recommend partnering with Niko and Karina when you are ready to take the leap. To push past your boundaries, to face your fears, and to discover a whole new side of yourself and of life. Their knowledge of the medicines and their professionalism allowed for a powerful, transformational experience. Thank you both for everything that you have done for…
- DiederikWhat an amazing experience! I would have never thought that having a bath in 0 degree water – AKA – Cold Water Therapy, could be so healing in a spiritual sense, I heard of the physical benefits, but Karina Love and Niko make this experience so wonderful by making sure there is a clear intention behind this moment. I learnt once more what living the NOW in gratitude means, I was so deep in grattitude for my body, grattitude for having the chance to experience acceptance of what it is in despite of what the body might feel and the mind might think… that what it felt to me like 30 seconds was in reality 2 minutes and a half! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
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