Hey ,

I want to acknowledge that for many of us the holidays are HARD. Whether we are navigating toxic family dynamics, grief or political division, for many of us the holidays are rarely simply much less happy. 

Here are some of the things I've been practicing so that I can show up in truth and love when its messy: 

• RESOURCE YOURSELF: if you want to show up as the most authentic version of yourself, you must make sure you are resourced first. That will allow you to respond to whatever feelings and frustrations arise with the capacity for courage and compassion. 
• SPEAK TRUTH: Many of us are conditioned to withhold our truth in order to keep the peace and/or avoid conflict. But when we withhold our truth, we withhold vulnerability, love, and possibility. Speaking from the heart is a radical act of generosity. 
• LISTEN FOR UNDERSTANDING: Showing up is not a one way street but a practice of reciprocity. Consider engaging with curiosity and compassion. Try to listen for what the other person might need or value that is informing their position. 
• PRACTICE BOUNDARIES: Family visits can often trigger time travel and old conditioning. Practicing boundaries is knowing that we don't have to be all in all the time. Rather we have agency to lean in, listen for what we need and leave if necessary. 
• LEAVE ROOM FOR WONDER: This is perhaps the most important practice for me right now...it is leaving room for wonder and joy - even and especially when I am vulnerable. Here is one of my favorite Mary Oliver poems to inspire you 👇

NEW YEAR'S RETREAT:

There are only a few spots left for our New Year's Retreat in Mazunte, Mexico. This year, especially, we are a designing an embodied journey of detox and recovery, reflection and design, rest and adventure, and more to support your transition into the new year with power and precision.

✨ Dates: December 28, 2024 - January 2, 2025
✨ Location: El Triángulo, Mazunte, Mexico

Retreats are always a reflection of what is happening and what is needed. This retreat is no exception. Over the course of 5 nights/6days, we will create the space for radical reflection, rest and nourishment, embodied healing and forward change. Our journey will offer:

• Dynamic Movement Practices: Release tension and awaken your body’s wisdom. 🌊
• Radical Reflection: Engage in deep self-inquiry with support from the group and individual coaching. 🧠
• Nature Exploration: Discover the stunning surroundings through activities like surfing lessons, whale watching, and mountain hiking. 🏞️
• Shared Meals & Collective Rituals: Connect with others over delicious, locally sourced meals and meaningful rituals. 🍽️

A space for radical inquiry and change

Our retreat space and environment is intentionally designed to hold us in our healing and bring us back into balance. Supported by comfortable accommodations, locally sourced nourishment, access to nature and dynamic transformational practices, we will untangle ourselves from whatever is no longer serving us so that we can open up to the potential within us and all around us. 

This retreat is designed for anyone ready to confront what’s in the way of their growth and expand into their full potential. 

If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach out. I can’t wait to share this journey with you!

Looking forward to sharing this adventure with you!

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P.S. If you can't make it to Mexico for New Year’s... You can retreat with me from the comfort of your home!

Emerge is a 5-day home retreat intended to move into the New Year with power, purpose and precision... Early bird registration starts this friday, but here's a sneak peak and early access: save $50 off your home-retreat spot with code: EARLY50

*Code expires after cyber Monday, December 2nd.