A resilience-building program for bereaved families, designed to provide both mental and physical strength.
This unique program is tailored for parents and children coping with loss due to war, offering them a structured support system along with professional guidance to help them navigate their healing journey.
The 4 Foundations – Earth, Water, Air, and Fire – represent the key themes of our program, each reflecting different aspects of resilience and personal growth:
Emotional release, overcoming obstacles and a sense of flow
Stability, roots, growth and a sense of belongingness
Inner strength, motivation and passion for life
Mental clarity, balance, focus and inspiration
What Does the Program Include?
Over the course of three months, participants will take part in 10–12 immersive sessions in outdoor environments. Each session blends structured activities with guided reflection, helping participants process their experiences while building resilience.
Physical Activities
Yoga, nature walks, swimming, and mindful movement to strengthen both mind and body.
Nature Based Dynamic Groups
Psychologists and MSWs with expertise in trauma-informed therapy and resilience-building, nature-based group therapy, along with specialists in ecology, the arts, swimming and sports, provide interactive experiences designed to foster growth and connection - to oneself, to others, and to nature.
International or Local Retreat
An experiential multi-day trip that combines diverse physical activities with personal empowerment workshops.
Ecological Engagement
Hands-on experiences such as planting, earth sculpting, and exploring the living world - all designed to nurture a deep sense of connection and belonging to the Earth and to nature.
Our program stands out because of the process it produces and the way it is delivered – not just through words, but through direct experience.
The
Nature
Nature offers a profound and accessible source of comfort, strength, and renewal. Throughout the program, participants reconnect with nature and learn to harness its power as an ongoing tool for emotional and physical well-being.
The
Experience
The program is built on immersive activities that go beyond traditional therapy. Through movement, creativity, and shared experiences, participants strengthen their connection to themselves and their children in new meaningful ways.
The
Community
Healing isn’t meant to be done alone. By the end of the program, participants will have built a strong, supportive community, shared powerful experiences, and formed lasting connections with families who truly understand their journey.
Meet the Team
Ben Oshri
Co-founder & Program Visionary. Former Israeli National Swimming Team and Captain of Tampa University Swimming Team. Founder of International Swim retreats & Coaching Programs. Ben, who lost his father in the army at the age of 3, has a deep personal connection to this mission. Having found healing and purpose in water for over 35 years, he is now dedicated to passing on that transformative experience to others facing similar losses. "This program is more than just a project—it’s a calling. I know firsthand the power of movement, nature, and community in overcoming grief, and I am honored to bring this vision to life."
Ravid Bogaire
Co-founder & Therapeutic Director. Educational psychologist & co-founder of the Center for Compassionate Mindful Education. Co-developer of the Power of Nature Model. Ravid specializes in nature-based therapy and mindfulness and has adapted this approach to meet the needs of families coping with loss. "My experience has shown that nature holds immense healing power. In this unique program I can fulfill my dedication to help families reconnect with themselves, their loved ones, and the world around them, fostering resilience, meaning, and renewed hope."
Danny Inbar
Co-founder & Owner of the Healing Garden. Social-environmental entrepreneur, tech professional, and nature lover. "Nature has been my greatest source of healing and growth. Through this program, I want to share that gift, providing families with a safe space where they can rediscover strength, connection, and inner peace."
Mali Karawani
Operations Manager. Former Senior Operations Manager at Teva Pharmaceuticals. Founder and Director of multiple swimming schools. Mali brings both personal experience and professional expertise to this role. "As a mother of a Nova festival survivor and combat soldiers who lost their friends, I deeply understand the weight of grief. Being part of this program is not just work for me—it’s a mission to help families find light through the darkness."
The Power of Nature Model
The program is structured around the Power of Nature Model, an evidence based approach integrating:
✔ Nature Therapy
✔ Mindfulness & Meditation
✔ Creative Expression
✔ Physical Activity & Movement
This model strengthens resilience by deepening our connection to self, society, and nature, offering tools to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and strength.
© Bogaire & Harel 2020
What Will You Gain?
A unique experience that strengthens emotional, mental, and physical resilience.
Effective coping strategies for grief and loss.
Enhanced well-being through physical activity and connection to nature.
Intimate group support with families from similar backgrounds.
A sense of belonging to a supportive community that shares empowering experiences in nature.
Where:
Healing Garden, Kfar Malal
Country Club, Ezorei Hen, Tel Aviv
When:
The next cycle is scheduled to begin in
August 2025
Cost:
Free
(fully funded program)
"Nature is not just a place we visit – it’s a source of strength, resilience, and renewal"
- Lao Tzu -
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