Discover the Power of Your Story & Creativity
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable weekend of profound self-expression and creative discovery, guided by best-selling author and illustrator Mari Andrew. Whether you’re an artist, writer, or simply someone with a story to tell, this retreat offers the tools and inspiration to transform your life’s experiences into meaningful art. Embrace the magic of your personal narrative, break through creative boundaries, and connect with kindred spirits in a nurturing, soul-enriching environment. This is your invitation to not only explore but amplify the stories that are uniquely yours.
Recommended: Please bring any personal favorite writing or art supplies (including a laptop if you prefer to type).
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Retreat Benefits
Unveil Your Narrative
Tap into the hidden power of your life’s experiences and give your story the voice it deserves.
Renew Your Spirit
Reconnect with yourself through reflection, creativity, and mindful solitude in a serene retreat setting.
Break Creative Boundaries
Experiment with fresh forms of storytelling, pushing past the limits of your creative comfort zone.
Empower Your Expression
Learn new tools to narrate your personal stories with confidence and creativity.
Resurrect Memories
Revisit and reframe important memories, transforming even challenging ones into evocative works of art.
Foster Community
Build connections with fellow participants who share the desire to explore and express their personal journeys.
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Are you ready to turn your life’s story into art that heals and inspires?
Empower Your Voice & Creativity
Those who attend with their own project will have ample time and personalized tools to advance it, while others will leave with completed exercises to expand upon at home.
1. Guided Writing Sessions:
Explore your personal stories through structured writing prompts that spark creativity and uncover hidden insights.
2. Art Creation
Channel your emotions and experiences into visual art forms, using drawing and painting to bring your stories to life.
3. Self-Reflection Sessions
Dive deep into personal introspection through guided self-reflection exercises, allowing you to uncover and articulate your inner narrative.
4. Mindfulness Exercises
Awaken your creativity by engaging all your senses—drawing inspiration from music, food, nature, and travel to enhance your storytelling and creative expression.
5. Interactive Story Circles
Share personal stories and art in small groups, offering and receiving feedback in a supportive and creative space.
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Transforming Lives
Presenter
Mari Andrew
Mari Andrew is a Brooklyn-based New York Times bestselling author, artist, and speaker, who has gained an international reputation for joyfully philosophical illustrations and essays that meander between deep and light, bitter and sweet. Her books include Am I There Yet? and My Inner Sky. She writes a few times a month at mariandrew.substack.com, exploring life’s full range of colors.
Your Sacred Story
This experiential retreat offers a well-balanced schedule that combines structured educational sessions with flexible time blocks – ensuring you have ample opportunity to engage in learning while also allowing personal time to explore the retreat center, participate in activities, and enjoy moments of reflection and relaxation.
(Program schedule subject to change.)
Check-in Begins
4:00 pm
Dinner
6:00–7:00 pm
Property Orientation
7:00–7:20 pm
Session 1
7:30–9:00 pm
Breakfast
7:30–9:30 am
Session 2
9:30 am–12:30 pm
Lunch
12:30–1:30 pm
Session 3
2:00–4:00 pm
Free Time
4:00–6:00 pm
Dinner
6:00–7:00 pm
Breakfast
7:30–9:30 am
Session 4
9:30–11:30 am
Room Checkout
11:00 am
Luggage may be held at Reception.
Lunch
12:00–1:30 pm
Breakfast 7:30–9:30 am • Lunch: 12:00–1:30 pm • Dinner: 6:00–7:30 pm
Optional activities include
Yoga • Meditation • Kirtan • Bonfire • Labyrinth • Nature Trails
SAVE! Add a day or two and save 20% off our R&R rates. Select your added day(s) on the Registration page.
Extend your Stay and Don't Miss a Thing
Add a day to enjoy R&R activities!
Free activities include
Interactive Nature Hikes
Cooking Demos
Meditation & Movement Classes
Wellness Workshops
Paid activities include
Pottery Classes
Ayurvedic Wellness & Healing Arts Treatments
Nourish Your Body
Take your rejuvenation to another level with a soothing Ayurvedic treatment.
Call to check availability during Shankara business hours:
Wednesday 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Thursday–Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am–2:00 pm
SAVE! Add a day or two and save 20% off our R&R rates. Select your added day(s) on the Registration page.
