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Schedule
wellness comes from within
Friday
February 3, 2023
6:15pm - 6:45pm Check-in
Full Conference Room
Start off this beautiful weekend of wellness as a collective to honor your retreat experience with an opening ceremony to celebrate connection, community, and intension for the weekend.
7:00pm - 8:00pm
OPENING CEREMONY
Presenter: Karissa McKenna
We honor the intentional gathering of this winter retreat with our opening ceremony, where we will share the sacred medicine of Cacao (optional), to help open and expand our hearts together in circle. Inviting the feminine energy of mama cacao into our lives allows us to soften into the present moment and receive guidance from our most intuitive self. Cacao is a gentle plant medicine that creates space in the body, activates the heart space, creating resonance with one another by connecting with the language of the heart. By gathering in circle to officially begin our retreat, we are laying the foundation of what’s to come. Centering ourselves in our awareness of this present moment will bring deeper connection and potential for expansion in the relationships we cultivate, as well as the experiences that lie ahead of us.
Disclaimer: Cacao is a gentle plant medicine, but may not be suitable for those who are experiencing/
have experienced the following:
Taking antidepressants, SSRIs, heart conditions, pregnant or breastfeeding, taking 5-htp (5-Hydroxytryptophan), taking St John's Wort (please refrain from taking it for a few days before and after the cacao circle). Taking antipsychotic medication, low blood pressure, (be aware that although cacao is a stimulant, it lowers blood pressure), allergic or sensitive to theobromine, and epileptic.
8:15pm - 9:00pm
Meditation to Balance Divine Feminine & Masculine Energies, With Gong Bath for Relaxation
Presenter: Theresa White
The opening ceremony will conclude with a meditation and sound bath to balance the divine feminine and masculine energies within. When these polarizing energies are in harmony, we may experience more stability, creativity, vitality, and compassion.
Open your heart and throat chakra with the sound of your voice and rhythm of your breath, taking you into a deep state of meditation, bringing a state of inner peace and harmony. To end the evening, lie down to relax, integrate, and absorb the healing vibrations of the symphonic gong. Let the sound currents unlock a deep inner sense of wisdom as we gather in group consciousness to begin our journey of growth and connection together.
Saturday
February 4, 2023
8:00am - 8:45am Check-in
Chinook Room
9:00am – 10:30am
Energetic Hygiene
Take Care of Your Energy to Manifest
What You Desire
Presenter: Sam Kirouac
Are you sensitive to the energy around you? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed when you are around a lot of people? This workshop will support you in understanding why energy matters and how taking care of your energy can improve your overall well being, your connection to yourself, and your ability to manifest your dreams. You will learn and
practice different techniques to ground and clear your energy. You will also learn simple techniques to shift your energy and move into a higher vibration so you can start manifesting what you desire.
Bring a journal and pen.
10:45am - 12:30pm
Breaking Through Procrastination
Presenter: Tanya Lleigh
Ever feel like you’re always behind?
Like you “should” be doing something else?
Or like you can’t seem to focus on the task at hand?
Then this workshop is for you!
Procrastination is one of the biggest ways we hold ourselves back and self-sabotage.
Falling into the trap of “I can do it later” or “there is plenty of time” or “I don’t know where to start", leaving things to the last minute and then stressing ourselves out to get it all done. Together we will look at why we fall into the procrastination trap, how to pull yourself out of it and how to set yourself up to break the cycle of procrastination before it starts. We will end our time together with a beautiful EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) tapping process to anchor in new beliefs around procrastination and self-sabotage to clear out any stuck energy you may have surrounding it.
Bring a journal and pen.
12:30pm - 1:45pm Lunch Break
1:45pm - 3:45pm
Fasting for Health, Longevity, and Spirituality
Presenter: Dr. Jared McCollum
An introduction to intermittent fasting and multi-day water fasts. Join Dr. McCollum as he discusses the health benefits of fasting and shares his experience and techniques from almost 40 years of fasting practice. Learn the differences between the variety of fasting methods and the best type for healing, weight loss, tightening skin, reducing inflammation and other health benefits. We will touch on the spiritual benefits of fasting and practices that you can add to your fasts to improve your results and achieve your goals.
Bring a journal and pen.
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Align by Design: Guidance From Your Human Design
Presenter: Kirstell Court
What if you learned that you have red and green lights built right into your energetic blueprint? Ways that guide you when you are in and out of alignment. Well – you do! You are uniquely designed to make decisions, grow your relationships, and cultivate opportunities in your life. How? Human Design takes the time, date and location of your birth, creating a chart that is based on your Astrology, the I’Ching, the Chakra System, Kabbalah and Quantum Physics. Consider Human Design as your unique roadmap, helping orient you toward your highest and best self. In this session we will uncover the energy types present in Human Design. This will give you the self-awareness to align with your true nature and realize greater potential in all aspects of your life. We will also dive a bit deeper into how you make decisions and even where you are susceptible to conditioning from the outside world.
In advance of this session, it is suggested that you visit https://www.jovianarchive.com/Get_Your_Chart to get your free Human Design Chart. Please print and bring it to the session to help with your note taking. No printer? Pull your chart and take a screenshot on your phone.
Bring a journal and pen.
5:30pm - 7:00pm Dinner Break
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Wellness Market
There are many elements of wellness that encourages well-being to keep our body, mind, and soul in balance.
The wellness market will display offerings from presenters, vendors and wellness practitioners, which compliments the topics covered during the retreat.
Come and enjoy complimentary services, discounted services, and unique products for purchase.
Offerings will include; massage, crystals, tarot card readings, and much more.
This wellness market is for retreat participants only.
No need to sign up, just drop in.
Big Rock Room
9:00am - 10:30am
Raise Your Vibration
Surrender Through Sound
Presenter: Theresa White (Siri Hari Kaur)
“If you want to find the secrets of the Universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration.”
-Nikola Tesla
This yoga and sound workshop opens the way to relax the mind and body at a cellular level. Through gentle yoga, meditation, and a sound bath from a 28” symphonic gong, allow yourself the gift of releasing deep-seated stress, surrender into a space of gratitude and raise your mind and body’s frequency to a higher vibration. Let the power of the Universal sound current transport your nervous system into a state of profound healing relaxation. All levels of experience welcome.
Bring and open heart and mind.
“By seeing the best in other people, you will put yourself in a phenomenal vibration.” -Bob Proctor
Bring a yoga mat, meditation cushion, and light shawl/blanket for the gong bath.
10:45am - 12:30pm
Witches Magick Circle: Celebrating Imbolc
Presenter: Gillian White
It is time to gather by the fire and celebrate as our ancestors did many moons ago. For it is Imbolc! A glorious time to celebrate new beginnings, rebirth and renewal. Let's honour the deities, perform sacred rituals, and dance by the sacred flame. All are welcome to join this holy Sabbat, whether you are a seasoned witch or a curious muggle who wants to connect with the magickal world. You will experience what it's like to be in a witch's coven through circle casting, banishing rights, sacred ritual work, and spell casting. Blessed be.
Bring a yoga mat, journal and pen.
12:30pm - 1:45pm Lunch Break
1:45pm - 3:45pm
Breathwork Ceremony
Presenters: Emily Toll & Stuart Tibbetts
Breathing in a rhythm grants us the permission to bypass the analytical mind and step deeper into our feeling nature, allowing us to shift the way we feel! We are then able to heal the mind and the body of energetic imprints, release heavy emotions, create new neurological pathways, and new habits and ways of being that bring us into deeper alignment.
During this ceremony, you will experience energy clearing, rhythmic breathing, breath retentions, sacred sound and will be guided and held throughout the journey. The result of the ceremony will be different for everyone. All you will need is the willingness to go deep within, a cushion or bolster so your hips are higher than your legs, your water bottle, and your beautiful self!
DISCLAIMER
This experience is not suitable for those who are experiencing/ have experienced the following:
Currently pregnant, heart condition, high blood pressure, use of a pacemaker, COPD 1 & 2, epilepsy, concussions, terminal illness, PTSD, or psychosis.
Bring meditation cushion or yoga mat, journal and pen.
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Trauma Healing Meditation Ceremony
Presenter: Amanda Blaire
Trauma and healing are two words that go hand in hand, yet feel worlds apart when trying to get from one to the other. During this transformational event you will be guided through a grounding intention setting candle ceremony, a guided meditation, and divine connection to help you release the traumas you have experienced, no matter how big or small they may seem. You can expect to take a deep dive into your Soul so that you may leave feeling empowered and ready to move forward with grace.
Bring meditation cushion or yoga mat, journal and pen.
5:30pm - 7:00pm Dinner Break
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Evening Meditations
Join one, or all, of our meditation facilitators for an evening of meditation practices.
There are many benefits of meditation that help us mentally and physically. Regular meditation can assist in gaining a new perspective on stressful situations. Along with increasing self-awareness, focusing on the present moment, reducing negative emotions, lowering resting heart rate, improving sleep quality, and much more.
The first mediation session will start at 7:00 pm and will continue every 30 minutes thereafter.
No need to sign up, just drop in.
Bring mediation cushion or yoga mat, blanket, pillow, journal, pen and an open mind and heart.
Sunday
February 5, 2023
Chinook Room
Big Rock Room
12:00pm - 1:30pm Lunch Break
12:00pm - 1:30pm Lunch Break
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Yoga Nidra: A Chakra Journey
Presenter: Lisa Moroz
Yoga nidra is often referred to as yogic sleep; the body and the mind are primed for deep rest through intention setting (sankalpa), meditation, and relaxing all parts of the body. Traveling through brain states and energy layers, you will explore a power which can be accessed when it's in the receptive hypnogogic state of alpha brain. This practice activates a physical and mental release of emotional tension, slows down the nervous system and allows the muscles to relax, helping the body rest, heal, and change belief programming. We will travel through and explore the seven main chakra points during this yoga nidra practice.
Bring meditation cushion or yoga mat, blanket, pillow, journal and pen.
9:00am - 10:30am
Soul Connection Drumming Circle
Presenter: Gita Grahame
Integrative drumming circle is a very interactive class where each attendee is an active participant. We come together and create beautiful rhythms as a community. Several kinds of drums as well as a variety of fun percussion instruments will be supplied. Attendees do not need any musical training or experience, just an open mind and willingness to enjoy what comes.
A drum will be provided to you or you may bring your own drum.
10:45am - 12:00pm
Improve Your Overall Well-Being, Naturally
Presenter: Susanne Heaton
Research tells us that quality time in nature can boost physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Join Susanne Heaton for a science backed interactive session to learn how to immediately start mindful practices in nature that will benefit your physical, mental and emotional wellness. In this 60 minute interactive INDOOR session, you’ll magically see your stress levels decrease. Prepare to get WILD!
Bring a journal and pen.
9:00am - 10:30am
Primal Qi Gong
Presenter: Dr. Jared McCollum
This is a combination of hard Qi Gong, intense breathwork, mantra and guided meditation. This is a very yang and powerful style of Qi Gong, perfect for releasing stuck anger and frustration and building up your energy and resolve. Come prepared to get things moving and release what is not benefiting you.
Bring meditation cushion or yoga mat, journal and pen.
1:30pm - 3:15pm
North Star Shamanic Journey
Presenter: Amber Pavey
Allow the senses to come alive with a shamanic drumming journey followed by a personal journey to reconnect with your True North Star. An experience designed to help you connect with your helping spirits. Take a journey and bring back the wisdom your soul most seeks to serve your highest good. Gain new insights about shamanic healing, shamanic journeying, and how it can be a source of transformational healing.
Bring meditation cushion or yoga mat, journal and pen.
1:30pm - 3:15pm
A Magickal Home For The Soul
Presenter: Gillian White
Learn the ancient art of Feng Shui to create a magickal environment that nourishes your dreams and gives birth to your ideas. Everything in your home carries an energy frequency that affects your overall well-being. There is no separation. Your home is part of you. When you balance the energy in your space, you create balance within yourself. Making Feng Shui and magickal changes in your home offer the means to reconnect and bring sacredness back into your life. In this introductory workshop, you will learn how to balance the energy in your home using the Bagua Map and the five elements. You will go from feeling stuck and unmotivated to feeling energized and inspired.
Bring a journal and pen.
10:45am - 12:00pm
Sound Frequency for the Soul
Presenter: Samantha Baldwin
Goddess Temple of Healing Arts
Sound therapy has been practiced since ancient times. Some aspects of sound bathing can help people with various concerns, such as stress, processing emotions, or unblocking chakras. A sound bath usually involves lying down on a mat in a group setting. Sound therapy is based on the idea that every part of your body creates a vibration which resonates in a certain way creating a vibrational healing for our bodies, which are in a constant state of vibration. During this sound bath ceremony, the crystal alchemy bowls offer high frequency sound waves to wash over you and take you on a journey beyond. Offering relaxation, energetic cleansing and transmute unwanted energy from your biofield. The different bowls offer different qualities/elements and different tones to synchronize you and bring you into harmony with your optimal self.
Bring meditation cushion or yoga mat, blanket, pillow, journal and pen.
3:30pm - 4:30pm
5 Levels of Self to Create Wholeness and Alignment
Presenter: Amanda Blaire
The 5 levels of self that we all have are: self perception, mental health, emotional wellbeing, spiritual alignment, and physical health. Each of these impact our ability to live a life of wholeness, especially if one, or more, is out of alignment. During this class you will learn what the 5 levels of self are in detail, what creates imbalance within them, and how to restore them to alignment. You will leave feeling equipped to move yourself into wholeness as all levels of self are taken care of in the individual way they crave.
Bring a journal and pen.
4:45pm - 5:30pm
CLOSING CEREMONY
Presenter: Karissa McKenna
Our closing ceremony will seal the magic of the weekend into a container of new and renewed friendships, plenty of shared knowledge, and fresh inspiration to bring us well into the warmer spring months. We will bask in gratitude for everything that was required for us to arrive here and now. Reconnecting with our heart space, we will close our sacred container and set intentions to carry this heart-centered awareness into our daily lives in these winter days. Simply connecting back to this loving energy whenever we need to fill our cups once again.
Bring meditation cushion or yoga mat, journal and pen.
