Retreats

 

Growing With Our Grief

 (Postponed in 2024; 2025...dates coming soon)

La Foret Conference & Retreat Center

6145 Shoup Rd. Colorado Springs, CO 80908, USA

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Join us for “Growing With Our Grief,” a transformative weekend retreat designed to help individuals and families navigate the complex journey of grief through somatic practices and integrative workshops. Held in a serene and supportive environment, this retreat aims to provide a nurturing space where participants of all ages can explore and grow through their grief experiences.

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“Growing With Our Grief” offers a holistic approach to understanding and integrating grief, emphasizing the connection between body and mind. Co-led by LIGHT Movement and The Refuge at La Foret, this retreat will feature a series of workshops and activities led by experienced facilitators from a diverse range of non-profits and grief support organizations. Each session is designed to help participants process their emotions, connect with their bodies, and discover new ways to navigate their grief journey.

Highlights:

• Somatic Practices: Engage in mind/body/spirit connection therapies such as yoga, movement meditation, and breathwork, all tailored to help you connect with and release grief in a supportive environment.

• Workshops and Panels: Participate in interactive sessions covering a variety of topics, including emotional resilience, creative expression, and family dynamics in grief. Workshops will be led by experts in grief support, mental health professionals, and experienced practitioners from various non-profits.

• All-Ages Activities: Enjoy activities designed for children, teens, and adults, ensuring that every family member can find support and healing. Activities include art, storytelling, and mindfulness exercises.

• Community and Connection: Experience the comfort of connecting with others who are navigating similar paths. Group discussions and shared experiences foster a sense of community and mutual support.

• Personal Growth: Through guided reflection and somatic practices, discover new ways to embrace and grow with your grief. Learn techniques to incorporate into your daily life to help manage and understand your emotions.

Tiered pricing and scholarships are available. Do not let cost deter you from joining us for this transformational event!

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Reclaim & Renew: A Burnout Recovery Retreat

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March 7-9, 2025

La Foret Conference & Retreat Center

6145 Shoup Rd. Colorado Springs, CO 80908, USA

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In the demanding world of caregiving, healthcare, therapy, and other high-stress professions, burnout can take a profound toll on our well-being. “Reclaim & Renew” is a weekend retreat specifically designed for adult professionals in these fields who are seeking to recover from burnout, rejuvenate their spirit, and rediscover their passion for their work. This event is co-led by LIGHT Movement and The Refuge at La Foret, with collaboration from other non-profits and experts in the field.


“Reclaim & Renew” provides a sanctuary for healing and self-care through a combination of somatic practices, intentional play, and supportive community engagement. This retreat offers a comprehensive approach to addressing burnout, focusing on physical, emotional, and relational recovery.


Highlights:

• Somatic Healing Practices: Engage in a range of body-centered therapies including mindful movement, restorative yoga, and breathwork. These practices are aimed at helping you reconnect with your body, release accumulated stress, and cultivate a deeper sense of balance and vitality.

• Intentional Play: Rediscover joy and creativity through play-based activities designed to invigorate and inspire. Enjoy guided exercises in creative expression, playful movement, and interactive games that emphasize relaxation and fun, offering a refreshing break from daily stresses.

• Community Sharing and Support: Participate in facilitated group discussions and support circles where you can share experiences, challenges, and strategies with peers who understand the unique pressures of your profession. Benefit from collective wisdom and support in a safe, empathetic environment.

• Personal Renewal Workshops: Attend workshops focused on practical strategies for preventing burnout and fostering resilience. Topics include self-compassion, setting boundaries, and finding purpose and meaning in your work.

Tiered pricing and scholarships are available. Do not let cost deter you from joining us for this transformational event!

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Registration at the La Foret website. 

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About The Retreats Organizer: Amy Pickett-Williams, LCSW, RYT has been providing grief psychotherapy for over 25 years. She brings a somatic-based (mind/body/spirit) perspective to her practice. As a yoga teacher, she believes these tools need to be accessible to all people to support healing and growth from their grief and trauma.