What if having less – less noise, less stuff, fewer crowds – was actually the gateway to more?
From the way our brains are wired to the rhythm of the rainforest, science and nature both gently push us towards the same truth: less is more.
In a culture obsessed with accumulation, the idea that less can be more might feel radical. But science, soul, and nature agree: when we strip away the noise, the clutter, and the constant striving, we unlock something far more powerful.
Welcome to Costa Rica’s green season, a space that doesn’t ask you to do more, be more, or hustle harder. It simply invites you to be.
The High Cost of Constant Stimulation
Here’s the deal: our brains weren’t built for modern life’s sensory buffet. We’re bombarded with notifications, endless choices, and a parade of “shoulds.” And while our prefrontal cortex is a mighty multitasker, it’s not a bottomless pit.
Decision fatigue is real. Studies show that when we’re overloaded, our focus fractures. Cortisol (that stressy hormone) rises. Creativity dries up. And joy? It gets buried under to-do lists.
Minimalism—whether in your schedule, your suitcase, or your soul—isn’t just an aesthetic. It’s mental hygeine.
When we subtract distractions, the mind can breathe. It sharpens. It soothes. It remembers how to be present.
“In a world that won’t stop talking, silence is a radical act of self-care.” (Susan Cain, Quiet)
Pause. Breathe.
Feel that? In the stillness, your nervous system recalibrates. T i m e e x p a n d s. And you, remember what truly matters.
Space within simplicity offers a path to return to yourself. Studies have shown that slowing down boosts memory, improves emotional regulation, and enhances problem-solving.
Let our expert therapists at LADE take things a step further. Our menu at our world-class spa includes treatments that promote blood circulation, relaxation, pain relief, mood enhancement, and more.
Green Season in Costa Rica: Nature’s Deep Exhale.
Let’s bust the myth right now: it doesn’t pour all day.
Typically, you’ll wake to sun-drenched mornings, then experience a blissful afternoon rain perfect for a nap, a novel, or a spa treatment with a soothing soundtrack overlooking the jungle canopy. And the perks?
Less crowds. Quieter beaches, less crowded trails, more flexibility for spontaneity.
More green. Everything bursts into bloom, improving air quality and mental focus.
Lower prices. Accommodations and tours are often more affordable.
Peace. With fewer people around, there’s space to reflect, recharge, and reconnect.
Pura Vida: The Simplicity Philosophy
Ask a local, and they’ll tell you: Pura Vida isn’t just a catchphrase.- it’s a way of life. It means “pure life,” and it tells a truth we’ve nearly forgotten: happiness isn’t in having everything. It’s in loving what’s already here.
Costa Rica is home to one of the world’s five Blue Zones (regions where people live measurably longer, healthier lives). And the secret isn’t some trendy superfood or 10-step morning routine.
It’s simplicity. Daily movement. Connection with nature. Slower meals. Less stress. More joy.
Los Altos de Eros is the perfect setting to slow down. Set above the treetops with a dynamic view, our world-class spa provides a boutique experience where every guest can feel like they are in a private paradise. From treatments that incorporate local ingredients to the open air spa rooms that embrace the benefits of the rejuvenating cooler climate, plus a yoga shala, fitness room, bali net, and more, each day here offers a blank canvas to find peace.
The world will always try to sell you more. More destinations. More activities. More ways to measure your worth.
Costa Rica, especially in her quiet, verdant green season, offers something rare:
Permission to stop.
To sit.
To breathe.
To remember that everything you’re looking for might already be within you.
So, book the flight. Prioritize presence. Let spontaneity set it. And allow Costa Rica to teach you the quiet magic of less.