In the ever-evolving world of design and architecture, the concept of healing and living spaces is gaining traction like never before. Imagine a sanctuary that not only provides shelter but also nurtures the soul—a true oasis from the chaos of modern life.
Meet David Delrahim, a trailblazer in the realms of business, who’s flipping wellness upside down with his innovative vision. His latest endeavor, COCUN, is not just a real estate project; it’s a conscious movement aimed at redefining our interactions with our living environments, emphasizing nature, community and connection.
Q1 Is wellness working?
A I don’t believe it is, most people seem to agree. Before we can talk about any wellness journey or wellness community, what about starting with the truth of what’s not working? If I start from a place where all I’m looking at is what I’m getting out of something and it’s just about making money, I am missing the point about Wellness, and that is “the human first!”
How can I provide true wellness if I fail to see that real human beings are in pain and that they’re seeking relief from this pain because let’s face it we’re all in some sort of pain – if not we wouldn’t be in a trillion-dollar industry trying to put a fi x on what makes us sick whether physical, mental, emotional, spiritual – you name it. We’re all chasing a solution to this pain. But, if I just run to a quick fix, a one-size-fits-all formula, am I really dealing with the root cause of my pain? We need to stop generalizing that everyone’s path to wellness is the same. It’s not. In order for wellness to be effective it needs to evolve.
Q2 How did we get here?
A Fragmentation. Over a decade ago, I started asking myself “Why are people getting sick?” That single question launched the journey of a lifetime, and I feel a deep calling to share this with as many people as possible. Lack of awareness creates pain and suffering. And that’s not healing. We have so many distractions from everywhere, and these distractions take us away from ourselves, away from becoming aware. If I want to be well, the first person I need to have a healthy relationship with is myself because it starts with me taking responsibility.
The distractions move me away from focusing on what’s important. How can I have wellbeing if I don’t know me? If I am swept away from this ocean of information overload and I can’t discern one thing from the other? Most offerings are focused on components or separate parts of wellness without the knowledge or awareness of how it fits into the big picture of the individual’s life. Following a method that only addresses a component of wellness does not check the wellness box. This is compounded by the fact that offerings, programs and messages are so fragmented, and this leads to even more confusion.
Q3 How is “COCUN” different?
A COCUN is about 360 degrees of transformation. COCUN is about taking into account the many layers that make us human. COCUN is about integration, not isolation. Ultimately, healing is our destination. Think about it, we have consciously chosen to create a platform that is focused on human first. We achieve this by guiding and supporting our guests to practice – we provide the right environment, community and ecosystem to help understand the choices they have; what fits best for them, for their unique set of needs. We can’t make anyone transform, the best we can do is help people understand that they do have choices, and they can be the best versions of themselves.
At COCUN we tackle the limiting beliefs that often prevent us from the growth we seek. If we become aware that we have the power to change this, we start to know, feel and act towards real wellness, healing.
Q4 What is “COCUN-ING”?
A For us, “COCUN” is a verb, a term that evokes imagery of transformation and metamorphosis. As we navigate through a world characterized by relentless pace and constant connectivity, the need to retreat into our own spaces for reflection and harmonization becomes paramount
“COCUN-ING” is to create a protective space around oneself, just as a caterpillar envelops itself in a cocoon before emerging as a butterfly. Our definition extends far beyond a mere shelter; it embodies an intentional act of seeking the clarity needed to foster personal growth and self-care.
Q5 What advice would you give someone who wants to go on a healing journey?
A Choose to be aware, to be part of this new emerging consciousness, and become the “witness” to your own life. In this state of witness, we can reach a kind of “neutrality” and stay grounded. This requires the focus and awareness to look inward and suspend the outer noise so we can connect and trust the truth of things.
When we position ourselves in this space, we avoid confusion and take ourselves out of the chaos and towards this consciousness. That is a conscious choice, and a consciousness – the precursor to true wellness. Ultimately, this always leads us to the truth, and we invite you to stand in yours. This is the essence of COCUN.
