The guiding philosophies at Miraval are Mindfulness and Life in Balance (tm).  As you go about your day you're encouraged to keep these in mind, whether you're getting a massage, doing a challenge activity or lounging by the pool.  You're also strongly encouraged to breath, properly of course :-)

From the Miraval Activities Schedule:
Each activity at Miraval provides an opportunity to bring you life more fully into balance by providing a "door into the room of self-awareness and self-acceptance."  This is a practice of listening to our lives with a receptive heart so that we might see and correct imbalance.  This is what has traditionally been referred to as "Mindfulness."  Mindfulness practice has been shown to be a powerful way of approaching our lives to bring balance, promote health and enjoy life.  The Benefits of "Life in Balance" are designed to last well beyond your stay.

Over time, I'm planning on adding more information here about specific Miraval classes & philosophies -- send me ideas & material.