Vision and mission
Vision
“Transition to more balance in the world”
Our world is out of balance on many levels. We are exceeding the ecological limits of the planet, the sense of community is declining, and the personal well-being of many people is also under pressure.
In order to live sustainably, we must all make the transition to a society that lives within the ecological limits of the planet, and that ensures a minimum well-being for everyone.
We can become dejected or pessimistic, cynical or desperate because we are not there yet, or because things sometimes seem to be going in the wrong direction.
But we can also continue to choose what is feasible and create an environment ourselves with a few important and simple rules of coexistence that lead to the regeneration and better balance of people and planet.
Attention for yourself and for what you need to feel healthy and good
Attention and respect for each other, for connection and community
Attention for nature and the place where we life
Mission
“A serving place for people, society and planet”
Land aan Zee is a serving place. All activities and retreats that take place here are aimed at restoring or strengthening balance on a personal level, improving relationships between people, and regenerating nature.
We give shape to this immediately during the retreats themselves: both the guests and the staff pay attention to themselves, have an eye for other guests and keep the place beautiful.
And even after the retreats, it is our hope that people return home with a smile on their face and with a satisfied feeling, because they have contributed as well as received in the form of energy, ideas, peace or a new contact. And so they can in turn, where they can and with what they have, lovingly care for themselves, for others and for our planet.
Land aan Zee also wants to serve structurally in the long term, and has therefore been set up as a Foundation with a social and ecological objective that is guaranteed in the articles of association. The Foundation has no shareholders, and is under the authority of a Board of Directors that ensures that the objective is also achieved.
The Foundation has received a one-off donation from the founders that allows it to become financially independent. All future financial profit remains in the Foundation, and can be used to build up a small reserve for difficult times, and the rest remains in the Foundation to support initiatives that fit the objective. To the extent that the Foundation remains financially healthy, it can continue to operate sustainably, even after the death of the founders.
WHO ARE WE HERE FOR?
We are here for everyone
Life is not a straight line. Anyone can suddenly find themselves at a crossroads where taking the right turn is not obvious. If you have arrived at such a moment, Land aan Zee is the place to go.
We are here for
- Anyone who wants to catch their breath, gain inspiration, restore inner balance or investigate something in themselves or in relation to others and nature as a whole
- Anyone who wants to contribute to the mission of Land aan Zee in one way or another
- Specific and vulnerable target groups: healthcare providers, bridge builders, people in mourning or with a loss experience, volunteers who work with vulnerable groups, young people who strive for more impact, people who are chronically ill or recovering, the elderly looking for more meaning, etc.
- Organizations that want to investigate sustainability and meaning in their business
- Education and training institutes in the field of servant leadership, regeneration and awareness
- We are neutral in terms of beliefs, religion, gender, orientation, ethnicity. We strive to make everyone feel welcome and show respect for others
"We help you slow down, reflect and 'de-stimulate' so that you can get back to your core and look from a distance at what you are doing and what you want to change."
Curious about the opinions of our guests?
What wonderful guests we have. We are happy when we read their reviews. Enjoy reading!
The silence, the peace, returning to being, the simplicity, the rhythm, the small group, the combination of qigong/mindfulness, the people who participated and the people who made this possible. The reception was very welcoming. The meals are simply fantastic. just like the entire center actually. What a lovely warm beautiful place.
Maud Bekaert
It is really a very nice place where you are well pampered. Whether you participate in a program or not, I will definitely come back.
Melissa Missault
I really enjoyed being with you. The building is beautiful, all the rooms are equally beautiful and attractive. I got so much in just 3 days, it felt like I was there for a week… The food was also so delicious: wow! Totally my thing. The yoga lessons were also great and everything else: the walk, the dance… everything is of the same high quality and I appreciate that very much.
Katrien Van Steen
So nice: time for myself. The environment and the team radiate peace. The stay is luxurious and the food delicious! A nice program by nice people: helpful, open and easily accessible for questions.
Rosemary Sek
I already knew Land aan Zee and was super happy to be back. I love coming here because of the beauty, the peace, the energy, the super-tasty and extremely well-cared for meals, the warm and professional team, the connection with nature – people – yourself. Food for body, mind and soul!
Rita Raets
Perfect! Above expectations. Here you are really cared for and pampered with attention. It is a place to escape from the rat race and come to yourself in a beautiful warm pure place and get back to the essence. You can enjoy, slow down, and do self-care close to yourself, nature and the sea.
Christel Daenen
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