Slow Power Retreat
Reconnect with Yourself
The most important relationship you have is with yourself.
Thich Nhat Hanh and many wisdom teachers suggest that couples who want to stay happy together set up a regularly scheduled time of deep listening so they can be present, understand each other, and be their partner’s best friend.
But how can we do this with another if we neglect being present for ourselves?
Success in all other aspects of life sits on the foundation of your relationship to yourself.
Yet, in our hectic lives filled with to-do lists, deadlines, schedules, and constant productivity demands, quiet time for self-reflection often falls by the wayside.
This rush leaves us disconnected from our own needs and desires, unable to heed the quiet calls of our hearts.
Attempts to reconnect are often thwarted by distractions.
…You go on a walk, but you listen to a podcast, or call a friend to chat.
…You go into nature and bring a journal, but succumb to your phone screen
… You sit down to meditate, but racing thoughts make it too uncomfortable.
Our resistance to solitude is real, challenging us to meet ourselves in an increasingly noisy world.
But there’s another way. Enter Slow Power.
Slow Power is the clarity of intuition, vitality in the body, and openness of the heart that come from letting go and slowing life down. Unlike the “do more to get ahead” approach encouraged by our culture (that inevitably leads to resentment and burnout), this kind of power will leave you fulfilled and energized as you take your life to the next level.
Through Slow Power practices and self-compassion, discover your inner wisdom:
- Navigate and embrace difficult emotions, experience and celebrate joy.
- Feel alive with creative power.
- Find inspiration and motivation to pursue what matters most to you.
- Cultivate vitality and channel it into creating a deeply satisfying life.
Join us in community at the Slow Power Retreat to embark on this transformative journey.
Choose yourself
Slow down over 3 days and nights in a beautiful natural setting, with a supportive community of like-minded souls.
- Experience periods of silence, meditation, self reflection and journaling.
- Gain skills, tools and insights for Slow Power integration into daily life.
- Practice gentle movement (qigong, yoga, hiking) to connect you to your body and breath.
- Savor three healthy flavorful vegetarian meals each day.
- Sleep deeply away from the daily noise of our responsibilities and distractions.
“So simple and yet so powerful: I feel rested and whole. I feel so much clarity and gratitude coming out of the weekend, and readiness for the next things. I know I can take on the challenges I’m facing and stay whole through it all.”
– Shannon T.
Retreat Details:
Dates
Thursday evening, Oct. 24 through Sunday afternoon Oct. 27, 2024
Where?
Mount Madonna Retreat Center, Watsonville, CA
Enjoy 380 acres of redwoods, rolling meadows, and open vistas with gorgeous views and peaceful spaces
Fees:
Retreat pricing is all inclusive. Fee includes 3 nights lodging and all meals along with three days of Slow Power retreat programming. Daily guided movement practices Qigong/ Yoga are included as well as an opportunity to use the pool and get optional body work.
Housing options:
- Single room, private bath: $1277
Single room, shared bath: $1177 - Double room, private bath: $1077
- Double room, shared bath: $997
- Triple room, shared bath*: $797
- Camping: Own vehicle or tent: $697
*Triple room is only available if 3 people choose this option. Bring 2 friends to make it happen.
Early registration pricing available until September 1.
Payment plans available.
To sign up, email Kelsey to secure your spot and arrange payment.
No one turned away: If this is aligned with your goals but the price is out of reach, let me know. I have 2 sliding scale and assisting spots available.
“I was surprised by, enjoyed and appreciated the community that you and we created – fast! 😉 I felt all the benefits of this place: kind people, nourishing food, beautiful trees, time and space, pool/sauna dips, meditation practice with guidance. I feel grounded, connected and more clear.”
– Elizabeth S.
Why now?
From a Chinese Medicine perspective, mid October is the perfect time to let go of the hustle-bustle of summer energy and start nourishing your yin energy for a healthy, balanced Fall and Winter.
If you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself, your motivation and your power, and long to experience this deep slowing down…
You deserve a break. I would love for you to join us!
Testimonials
What past participants have said about The Slow Power Retreat:
“The weekend was honestly life-changing. For the first time in my life, I really took the time to dig deep in a calm, slow, and nourishing environment. I came away from the weekend feeling so happy and grounded, with a newfound appreciation of what it means to slow down and how much more we can get out of life if we do. AND – there was the added benefit of meeting so many amazing women. The connections that were made allowed for an even more meaningful experience.”
– Renie D.
“The retreat was incredible! I had some huge openings around rest, boundaries, self compassion, resistance, all within a loving and supportive container.”
– Caroline J.
“It was one of the best times of my life, to be honest. I went into the retreat nervous and resistant, and by Saturday I was all in and enjoying searching within myself and nature for some profound realizations and answers. By Sunday, I kept saying that I felt so joyful, which I am not sure is a word I have never used before! I was able to get clarity on some questions I was asking. I enjoyed everything about the retreat and really felt my body, mind, and nervous system healing.”
– Lily A.
“It was so nourishing to make space for my creativity. I had a blast writing in the woods, and I was so pleased by what it produced!!”
– Molly K.
