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But more than that, she believed in me, sometimes more than I believed in myself. And something shifted.

fire has long been seen as a symbol of renewal, release, and transformation.

At its simplest, a retreat is something much more human

My body was trying to get my attention in every way it could....

Picture this… The room is quiet. We are gathered in a circle, and the chant begins. A soft sound at first, then growing, its vibration gently, reverberating around the space, holding us all within it. The word japa comes from Sanskrit, meaning: the repetitive chanting or whispering of a mantra, sometimes drawn from ancient texts, or simply a sound or word that resonates. Mantra too comes from Sanskrit: man , the mind, and tra , a tool or vehicle. A mantra, then, is a tool

Breathing with intention as we walk can soften stress, release old patterns, and gently calm the agitated mind.

Introducing my colleague Mags, a superb Yoga teacher. ....Our evening sessions will be an invitation to slow down and turn inward........

When we place pen to paper and allow the words to move without overthinking, something shifts.

But an intention does not need to be elaborate. The most powerful ones are often simple. Gentle. Quiet.