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MEDITATION AND YOGA LED BY A TRAINED PROFESSIONAL
MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS
WITH OTHER WOMEN
TRANSFORM YOUR GRIEF WITH MEANING MAKING EXPERIENCES IN NATURE
When you grief support we're here to help:
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Grief is a journey you don't have to do alone. Let us help connect you with a community of women, who are also grieving, as well as have support from a grief professional, who can assist you in processing through your experiences and help honor your loved one.
Grief is shaped by the relationship you have with your loved one, let us help you navigate all the emotions and thoughts you may be experiencing. Whether the death of your loved one occurred years ago or several months ago, grief never ends. We are here to meet you where you are.
Grief causes bodily pain and discomfort. Let us help your body express its story of loss and resolve some of that pain through hiking, mindfulness practices, and yoga.
Learn ways to manage your grief during our content time. You will receive helpful skills, engage in creative expression, and learn helpful grief rituals to honor the death of your loved one.
"Each person's grief is as unique as their fingerprint. But what everyone has in common is that no matter how they grieve, they share a need for their grief to be witnessed."
-David Kessler
This is designed for....
Ages 18 years and Older
Anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one, pet, friend, or family member
Making meaningful connections with others, who are also grieving
Enjoy meditation, yoga, hiking, and being in nature
Any level of physical fitness, each yoga experience is easy to moderate and we go at a leisure pace. We take our hikes slowly and take numerous breaks as needed.
Individuals who want the space, time, and focus to feel free of everyday existence, in order to fully give attention to and allow your inner processes to unfold
Ready to learn valuable skills in order to honor and process your grief
Find in Nature!
Explore Indigo Retreat Center!
The Retreat ...
Pre and Post Retreat Zoom Call to facilitate connection and provide support
4 days and 3 nights in a cozy mountain Cabin at Indigo Nature Retreat in Old Fort, NC
All Meals: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners, snacks and beverages (dietary restrictions accommodated upon request)
Daily Moments of mindfulness and yoga, to deepen connection to self and assist your body in telling its grief story
Guided hikes to breathtaking waterfalls and vistas in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Facilitated Discussions and activities in which you will learn ways to move through your grief and honor your loved one
Not Included..
Airfare or Ground Transportation to the Retreat Center.
(A shuttle will pick up attendees from the airport the day of Arrival, prior to 4pm. If your airfare arrival is after 4pm, you will be responsible for transportation to the retreat center from the airport.)
Trip Insurance (recommended)
Retreat Itinerary
Thursday
5 pm Arrival & Check-in
Grounding Exercise
Meet and Greet Dinner
Intention Setting Campfire
Friday
Morning Yoga and Meditation
Breakfast
Hiking Adventure
Lunch
Cold Creek Plunge
Free Time
Facilitated Group Activity
Dinner
Fireside Gathering
Saturday
Morning Yoga and Meditation
Breakfast
Hiking Adventure
Lunch
Cold Creek Plunge
Sound Bath
Free Time
Facilitated Group Activity
Dinner
Fireside Gathering
Sunday
Guided Forest Bathing
Breakfast
Closing Ceremony
*Activities and schedule are subject to change
* A finalized Itinerary will be provided one week prior to retreat
Explore the Accommodations!
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Tiny Cabin: Single Occupancy
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5 tiny cabins are single occupancy
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Each features a loft twin bed, a wrap around sofa and table
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Each has a sitting area, mini fridge, coffee maker, heat and A/C
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***There is no running water or bathroom facility inside the cabin. However, there is a community barn less than 100 ft away
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The community barn features 2 full bathrooms, a community kitchen, and an indoor dining area.
Creekside Cabins: Double & Quadruple Occupancy
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4 creekside cabins (2 are double occupancy & 2 are quadruple occupancy
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Each sits beside Newberry Creek
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2 person cabin has two twin beds in a loft
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4 person cabin has two beds in the loft and 2 beds on the main floor
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Each features a sitting area, kitchenette with cooktop, refridgerator, and coffee maker
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Each has heat and A/C, bathroom, shower, and deck for outdoor seating
FAQ
If I book with a friend, does that reduce the cost?
Booking with a friend does not reduce the price due to cost of accomodations, meals, activities, etc per person
If I come alone will it be awkward?
What fitness level do I need to have?
For the hikes, if you can walk on uneven terrain for 3-5 miles, going at a leisure pace, with pauses and breaks, you will be fine! The yoga is also at a leisure pace and you may pause, take breaks, and use adjustments at any time your body is suggesting you need it.
Not at all! We will have a pre-retreat Zoom call to help everyone meet and begin initial connections. We will pair you with another solo traveler as well for your accommodations (unless you choose a solo cabin) so you can make a new friend!
What is the closest Airport?
Asheville airport is the closest at 37 miles away and less than an hour drive. Charlotte airport is 103 miles away and a 2 hour drive.
If I am coming with a friend, can we request shared accomodations?
We make every effort to acknowledge requests for shared accomodations. When registering you will be asked to state who you would like to room with. If we are unable to accomodate the request, we will notify you. Please email afayak@healitinthewild.com prior to registering if this is a non-negotiable for you.
What if I need to cancel?
What should I bring?
You will be given a packing list ahead of the retreat with everything you need to bring.
*** Any further questions please feel free to email afayak@healitinthewild.com or call 757-279-8870***
The $600 deposit is non-refundable. You may cancel the retreat reservation and receive a full refund, excluding the non-refundable deposit, only if the cancelation is made 60 days or more before the start of the retreat. When using a payment plan, you must notify us three days prior to the upcoming payment date if you wish to cancel and no further charges will occur. Any payments made, with the exception of the deposit, will be refunded as long as cancellation is made 60 days or more prior to retreat start date. While not required, we suggest securing travel insurance so that your investment is protected in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Meet the Host
Ashley Fayak, LPC
Ashley Fayak is a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor at Heal it in the Wild LLC in Richmond, VA. She has a passion for helping individuals,adolescents and adults, both women and men, who are facing anxiety, grief, and trauma, guiding them back to a life that feels enjoyable. She also works with SonderMInd Provider Network to assist Veterans with PTSD, childhood trauma, and traumatic grief. Specializing in trauma and PTSD, Ashley helps clients re-establish safety in their bodies and minds, while reprocessing traumatic experiences.
