Leaving the Retreat: A Guest’s Reflection

I left the retreat feeling… transformed. Light. Energized. Connected - to myself, to others, and to the natural world around me. From the moment I arrived, it was clear this wasn’t just a getaway; it was a full immersion into restoration and self-discovery.

Every part of the retreat felt intentionally designed to nurture body, mind, and spirit. Guided breathwork and yoga awakened my energy and sharpened my focus. Meditation created a calm, spacious container for reflection and presence. Hiking, forest bathing, and guided foraging connected me to the land in ways I hadn’t anticipated - the plants, mushrooms, and trees felt alive with wisdom, and I felt like I was rediscovering a part of myself I’d long forgotten.

The sound healing and Amanita mushroom experience was deeply moving. I felt my nervous system reset as vibrations and intention opened my heart. Sharing this journey with others created a sense of unity and collective energy that was both grounding and exhilarating.

Meals were a delight for both body and soul - plant-based, wild-infused, and nourishing. Every bite felt alive with flavor, reminding me that real, natural food is medicine. The intentional juicing and guided fasting sessions allowed my body to reset and restore from the inside out, leaving me feeling lighter and more vibrant.

Massage therapy and the mind–body core practices brought me fully into my physical presence. Each session reminded me how interconnected the body, mind, and spirit truly are, and how much power there is in conscious movement and release.

Free-flow ecstatic dance was pure joy. I let go completely, moving freely to high-vibrational music, surrendering to the rhythm, and finding an inner bliss I didn’t know was waiting for me.

By the end of the retreat, I felt more aligned, more energized, and more connected than I have in a long time. It wasn’t just the practices themselves - it was the loving, heart-centered team holding space for every moment, the intentionality behind every activity, and the deep immersion into a community and environment that supported growth and healing.

Leaving this retreat, I carried with me a renewed sense of vitality, clarity, and connection - to myself, to others, and to the natural world. I felt uplifted, alive, and infinitely grateful.

Grateful to have experience this Retreat with host G & Liz Shkurti.