After enduring long months of combat, our soldiers need a safe space to heal, process their experiences, and recharge their strength.
The "Warriors' Journeys" project is dedicated to providing our brave soldiers with a unique, restorative experience - helping them transition back to civilian life or continue their service with renewed energy.
These transformative journeys, set in nature and environments across various continents, are designed to rejuvenate the body and the soul.
We invite soldiers who have completed combat reserve duty and active duty, as well as female soldiers who have served at the front and combat teams, to join us on this life-changing journey.
Make It Heal is a unique global initiative based on organizational and financial collaborations, combining healing retreats, workshops, and training programs with social initiatives and local communities in Israel and around the world.
Partner with us to make a lasting impact on the lives of those who have sacrificed so much for Israel’s defence.
Let’s ensure they return home stronger and ready for what’s next.
Journey Stages & Destinations
Journey Stages:
Personal Conversations: Our soldier’s journey begins with a one-on-one session with a professional
Preparation Workshop: Participants will join a 24-hour immersion workshop at Kfar Hanokdim, an island of green located in the heart of the Judean Desert, a place to disconnect and surrender to the quiet of the desert. The workshop is designed to mentally and emotionally prepare our soldiers for their upcoming journey.
Journey Departure: Changes according to the chosen destination.
Summary Session: Three weeks post-journey, we’ll come together again to reflect on experiences and tools gained.
Accommodations are chosen with care, offering maximum comfort, and a deep connection to nature, combined with a nourishing, healthy cuisine.
The journeys incorporates a variety of techniques such as mindfulness, SE (Somatic Experiencing), breathing exercises, dialogue circles, rehabilitative Pilates, surfing, and water sports, all guided by a skilled and professional team that accompanies the journey and its participants at every stage.
Thailand
Rebalancing Journey
Thailand, with its rich culture and spectacular landscapes, is the perfect place to hold a "Warrior's Journey" retreat, dedicated to cleansing the body and mind after combat and combining modern healing techniques alongside ancient and traditional techniques.
Thailand's sandy beaches, tropical and lush forests, and pastoral spaces provide a natural and peaceful environment for processing and regeneration.
The local diet, based on fresh and nutritious dishes, tropical fruits, rich vegetables, and freshly caught fish, supports the cleansing and healing processes.
Journey Date: January 2025
Panama
Renewal Journey
A small, enchanting country in Central America, offers a unique blend of wild nature and rich culture.
The rainforests, tropical beaches, and breathtaking landscapes provide an ideal setting for "Warriors' Journeys" to facilitate inner renewal after combat.
The local nature, with its many exotic plants and animals, will allow warriors to disconnect from the overwhelming reality in Israel, find peace, and focus on their needs and the recovery process.
Journey Dates: May 2025
Northern Italy
Transformation Journey
A trip to the magnificent lakes areas focusing on flowing water, green, tall mountains and peaceful, traditional villages with breathtaking views.
Staying in inspiring natural settings, surrounded by rivers and lakes contributes to the rejuvenation of the body and mind.
Journey Dates: September 2025
Mindfulness-Based Journeys
Mindfulness
is a mental practice at the forefront of scientific research and therapy. The principles of mindfulness. the practice of being present in the moment without judgment is a perfect tool for the journey.
In recent decades, mindfulness practices and therapies have garnered significant attention in the scientific community for their profound impact on the brain, with over 11,000 clinical studies conducted.
Mindfulness programs are implemented worldwide in hospitals, schools, psychotherapy, corporations (Google, Apple, and Facebook), and even by governmental bodies such as the British Parliament and the European Union Council.
Mindfulness helps regulate emotional responses, enabling our soldiers to healthily manage difficult emotions.
In our journeys, we provide soldiers with practical, mindfulness-based tools that will support them not only during the journey but also upon their return and reintegration into their daily lives or when facing future challenges.
Benefits of Mindfulness in "Warrior Journeys":
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Mental Resilience: Mindfulness helps develop mental resilience, allowing our soldiers to face challenges more effectively while overcoming difficulties.
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Improved Sleep Quality: Mindfulness practice can significantly improve sleep quality, essential for physical and mental recovery.
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Anxiety Reduction: Mindfulness provides tools to manage anxiety, allowing our soldiers to calm intrusive thoughts.
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Emotional Regulation: Mindfulness aids in regulating emotional responses, helping soldiers deal with difficult emotions in a healthy manner.
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Enhanced Self-Awareness: Mindfulness encourages deeper awareness of thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations, allowing our soldiers to develop a more profound understanding of themselves and what they are going through.
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Improved Focus: Mindfulness practice enhances the ability to focus on tasks, reduces distractions, and improves efficiency.
Examples of Countries Integrating Mindfulness in the Military:
Many countries worldwide recognize the value of mindfulness for soldiers and incorporate it into training and rehabilitation programs. Here are some notable examples:
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United States: The U.S. military uses mindfulness as part of rehabilitation programs for wounded soldiers and in basic training.
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United Kingdom: The British military offers mindfulness courses to soldiers to improve their mental well-being and reduce suicide rates.
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Canada: The Canadian military uses mindfulness as part of a program for treating post-trauma.
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Australia: The Australian military integrates mindfulness into training and rehabilitation programs.
In summary, mindfulness provides discharged soldiers with powerful tools to build mental resilience, enhance their quality of life, and smoothly navigate the transition from military service to civilian life.
Let's Connect and Collaborate
Project Team
Vered Perry
Founder of Make It Heal
Partner, CEO
Michele Manspeizer
Esq.
Finance & Resources Mobilization
Yifat Shnaiderman
MSW.
Psychoterapist Specialized in Trauma & Loss
Project Team
Coming Soon
Collaborations
Collaborations & partnerships are essential for organizations dedicated to social change.
When we join forces, we achieve results that would be impossible alone.
We're seeking strategic partners who:
Believe in the power of social change and collective impact.
Understand the personal and social need for supporting our soldiers who have returned from the front.
Share Our Core Values - Integrity, solidarity, equality, social justice, compassion, empathy, and social responsibility are at our core.
Are willing to invest time, resources, and thought into a lasting partnership.
Bring unique expertise that complements our capabilities.
Every partnership is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference and positive impact on the lives of others.
