Embrace Your Feminine Healing Power
Embark on a profound journey into the depths of your feminine soul with Dr. Amanda Hanson, a visionary clinical psychologist and transformational coach. Amanda leads this revolutionary event that transcends conventional norms, inviting you to master the art of feminine energy. Liberate yourself from societal constraints and rediscover the true essence of womanhood beyond superficial perceptions—a transformative path to becoming the feminine mystic.
The retreat transcends a mere gathering, offering a profound journey of self-discovery, an immersive exploration of the ancient wisdom of womanhood, and a deep reconnection with one’s inner femininity. With more than 25 years of clinical expertise, Dr. Amanda seamlessly blends psychology with time-honored holistic practices. She skillfully guides women through trauma release, empowering them to reclaim a secure space within the embrace of feminine energy.
Engage in enlightening lectures, transformative meditations, empowering movement practices, ancient rituals, and therapeutic conversations that guide you to
- Learn the tools for connecting with your feminine side.
- Undergo the powerful process of emotional deconstruction that will help you build an unshakable foundation of self-worth.
- Through the ancient holistic practice, let go of the old pain, and properly process your emotions so you can forgive and let go.
- Obtain the tools for ending generational trauma and become the first woman in your lineage to experience womanhood as a sacred journey.
- Reignite your intuition through the embodiment practice that will help you to root into self-trust.
- Participate in the life-changing ritual that ends the old chapter of your life and begins the new one.
Join us in embracing your feminine power and embark on this transformative journey towards radiant self-love.
Recommended (but not required) reading Women Who Run with the Wolves, by Clarissa Pinkola Estés.
This retreat is open to women aged 21 and above only.
Presenter
Dr. Amanda Hanson
Dr. Amanda Hanson (The Midlife Muse) is a renowned psychologist, speaker, and author transforming the narrative of womanhood. With more than 24 years of global impact, Dr. Amanda views female psychology and physiology as an interconnected system, often disrupted by modern challenges. Rather than addressing root causes, society tends to offer temporary fixes, a trend she challenges.
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Schedule
Healing Through Feminine Practices
An Immersion into the Ancient Wisdom of Womanhood
June 20–23, 2024
Subject to change.
Thursday 7:30–9:00 pm
Friday 10 am–1 pm and 2:30–4:30 pm
Saturday 10 am–1 pm and 2:30–4:30 pm
Sunday 9:30–11:30 am Room checkout is 11:00 am; luggage may be held at Reception.
General Information
All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST) unless otherwise noted.
Arrival Day
4:00 pm Check-in begins; Rooms are ready by 4:00 pm, but if you arrive early we will hold your luggage at Reception.
6:00–7:00 pm Dinner
7:00–7:20 pm Guest Orientation Session (Venue: Dining Hall)
Actual schedules and venues may vary; please confirm with Front Desk upon check-in.
Apart from the activities in your program schedule, we offer the following optional complementary activities. (Please join only if your program schedule permits.)
- 9:45–10:45 am Yoga | Thu–Sun
- 11:00 am–12:00 pm Mind & Meditation | Thu–Sun
- 1:30–2:15 pm Guided Hike* | Assemble at Shankara Reception | Sat
- 2:30–3:45 pm Ayurveda Cooking Class* | Tulsi Kitchen
Thu: Sweet Treats • Sat: Chef’s Seasonal Recipe - 4:15–5:15 pm Yoga | Wed–Sat
- 5:30–6:00 pm Guided Meditation | Wed–Sat
- 7:30–8:15 pm Meditative Chants/Kirtan | Wed–Sat
Saturday kirtan is outdoor by the bonfire; weather permitting.
*Included with Wellness Escapes and R&R; Other participants: $35.00/per person
Clay Studio
- 11:00 am–7:00 pm Friday & Saturday
Hand Building $55 | 1 hour - 9:00 | 10:45 am Sunday
Wheel Throwing $75 all guests; glazing and shipping are included | semi-private class | 75 minutes
Hours
Wednesday 11:00–8:00 pm
Thursday–Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am–2:00 pm
We encourage you to also make reservations for consultations, therapies, and treatments at our award-winning Shankara Ayurveda Wellness at least two weeks prior to your arrival date to ensure availability. Please call 828.264.8382 for details. Additional cost.
Rooms & Pricing
Private Hotel Room
All options include daily vegetarian meals from dinner on the night of check-in through lunch on the day of checkout. (Rates below are per person.)
- King bed or two full beds
- Flat screen TV
- Refrigerator
- Private bath
- Hair dryer
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Daily delicious vegetarian meals
- Complimentary tea/coffee & fresh fruit
- Daily yoga & meditation classes
- Access to fitness & steam rooms
FAQs
On-Campus Program FAQs
For room reservations, Ayurveda Wellness Retreats, and Art of Living Retreat Center (AOLRC) signature retreats, we have the following cancellation policy:
- Refunds are available (less a $50/per person processing fee) up to 15 days before your program or stay.
- Nonrefundable credit toward a future AOLRC program or stay (less a $50/per person processing fee) is available if you give notice between 14 and one day(s) before your program or stay. Credit may be applied to any AOLRC program or stay for one year following date of issue.
- No credit or refund is available if you cancel on the arrival day, if you do not show up, or if you leave an event early for any reason. No refund will be available if you attend a program and are dissatisfied with its presentation or content.
AOLRC reserves the right to cancel a program at any time. If AOLRC cancels a program, you will receive a full refund. Some programs may have special cancellation policies; see individual workshop descriptions. For all other retreats, please be sure to check the registration page specific to that retreat.
Unless otherwise indicated, our programs are open to participants 18 years of age and older.
To encourage a healthy environment we ask that guests not consume alcohol or meat in our public spaces, however, guests may enjoy these items in their rooms.
Our property is always smoke-free.
Yes, we ask that guests with food allergies simply inform us so we can communicate those needs to our chef. Typically, we label potential allergens such as gluten, dairy, and nuts.
We do have lodging and event venues that are ADA-compliant. Due to the topography of our mountain campus, some are easier to access than others, so please speak to Guest Services (800.392.6870) prior to registering to ensure we can best accommodate your needs. We also have shuttles that run frequently throughout the campus.
We are committed to the safety of our guests and staff. Our mountaintop location and the surrounding areas are spacious, remote, safe, and secure.
- It is safe to leave your windows open—and necessary for proper airflow!
- Nature surrounds our campus, and it’s common to see rabbits, deer, gophers, wild turkeys, and other small animals. Please give them space, and they’ll do the same for you. We’ve never had a safety incident with animals on campus.
You can help!
- If you come across an animal on campus or a trail, give it space, and please do not attempt to pet or feed it.
- There’s no need to bring valuables to the retreat center; leaving them at home is best.