Description
We are all born with intuition and a desire to connect. We possess the innate ability to recognize hunger, perceive danger, heal ourselves, feel attraction, and more. But as we grow, we lean more heavily on logic and stop tuning into our feelings and trusting our inner guidance. We forget there is a deep wisdom available to us at all times if we would only quiet our minds, and trust ourselves enough, to hear it.
Using stories and humor, Dana Childs—intuitive, teacher, writer, and energy healer—makes intuition approachable and accessible. This experiential workshop includes hands-on experiences that allow you to witness your own intuition at work, and mindful awareness and guided healing journeys to
- “Wake up” your intuition so you can use it to make simple and complex decisions.
- Identify and clear blocks in the way of your power, progress, and readiness to connect to others.
- Learn to recognize patterns of unhealthy relationships including codependency in order to choose differently for yourself.
- Identify with a higher perspective to receive guidance to carry you out of stagnation or “stuckness.”
Intuition aids heart-based connection because it’s based in truth. By connecting to Self on the deepest levels and being aware of subtle intuitive hints, you are able to enrich your relationships with others, the environment, and the Highest Power.
You’ll take home a new perspective on intuitive information and relationships, tools to use and apply intuition in your everyday life, and the ability to sort your own feelings and experiences from the empathic experiences of others—bringing you more fulfillment, peace, and contentment.
This program is open to everyone.
Program FAQs
What if I’m not sure I’m intuitive?
We’re all born intuitive. You are intuitive. It just may have gotten shut down or denied. At any point in time, you can wake your intuition up and use it to align to your purpose and live the life you’re meant to live.
I’m afraid if I open my intuition, I might open to negative energies or know things I don’t want to know. Can that happen?
I teach intuition through Divine Source connection only. While there are many beings we can connect with as we open and expand our psychic energies, learning to connect and filter all information through Source keeps the channel clear. That way what you connect to, and the information you receive, is only for your Highest Good.
Presenter
Dana Childs
In 2009, Dana Childs left her corporate job and bought a one-way ticket to India in search of self. It was there her intuitive gifts opened. Today, as an intuitive, energy healer, and teacher, she delivers grounded spirituality with heart, humor, and unabashed truth through private healing sessions, workshops, online courses, and retreats. Her passion is helping others learn to access their trues selves and open their intuitive gifts. Dana is a favorited intuitive with Gwyneth Paltrow’s brand Goop, having been featured on their podcast. In 2019, Goop named Dana’s classes as one of their highlighted programs for intuitive development. When not helping others on their search for personal and professional fulfillment, Dana can be found writing articles, working on a book, or playing and hiking with her dog, Sufi, in North Carolina. For more information, check out danachildsintuitive.com and follow her on Instagram @danachildsintuitive.
Testimonials
Rooms & Pricing
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.)
Private Hotel Room
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The private hotel room features either a king bed or two full beds, a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, a private bath, and complimentary high-speed WiFi.
Shared Hotel Room (2 People)
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As a precautionary measure, shared housing options are available for friends and family only. If you are coming alone, please book either a Private Hotel or Private Retreat Room.
Private Retreat Room
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The private retreat room has twin beds, a private bath, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.
Shared Retreat Room (2 People)
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The shared retreat room has twin beds, a private bath, and complimentary high-speed WiFi.
As a precautionary measure, shared housing options are available for friends and family only. If you are coming alone, please book either a Private Hotel or Private Retreat Room.
Shared Retreat Room (3 People)
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As a precautionary measure, shared housing options are available for friends and family only. If you are coming alone, please book either a Private Hotel or Private Retreat Room.
Schedule
INTUITION IN RELATIONSHIPS
October 7–10, 2020
Your Program Session Times (subject to change)
Arrival Day, Thursday, October 1
4:00 pm Check-in
6:00–7:00 pm Dinner
7:00–7:20 pm Mandatory AOLRC Orientation
7:30–9:00 pm Program Session
Friday, October 2
7:30–8:30 am Optional Morning Yoga
7:30–9:30 am Breakfast
9:30 am–12:30 pm Program Session
12:30–2:00 pm Lunch
2:00–4:30 pm Program Session
4:30–7:30 pm Free Time*
6:00–7:30 pm Dinner
7:30–8:15 pm Optional Meditative Chant/Kirtan
8:30–10:00 pm Program Bonfire with Fireside Chat
Saturday, October 3
7:30–8:30 am Optional Morning Yoga
7:30–9:30 am Breakfast
9:30 am–12:30 pm Program Session
12:30–2:00 pm Lunch
2:00–4:30 pm Program Session
4:30–7:30 pm Free Time*
6:00–7:30 pm Dinner
7:30–8:15 pm Optional Meditative Chant/Kirtan
8:30–10:00 pm Optional Large Group Bonfire
Departure Day, Sunday, October 4
7:30–8:30 am Optional Morning Yoga
7:30–9:30 am Breakfast
9:30 am–11:30 pm Program Session (checkout prior to session)
11:00 am Checkout; Luggage may be stored at Reception.
12:00 pm Lunch is included on this day.
General Information
All times are Eastern Standard Times (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)
Mealtimes
7:30–9:30 am Breakfast
12:00–2:00 pm Lunch (included on your departure day)
6:00–7:30 pm Dinner
Optional Activities
Apart from the activities in your program schedule, we offer the following optional complementary activities. (Please join only if your program schedule permits.)
7:30–8:30 am
Hatha Yoga Class | Gita Hall; during program dates only.
9:45–10:45 am and 4:15–5:15 pm
Hatha Yoga Class | Sattva Studio
11:00 am–12:00 pm
Mind and Meditation Session | Sattva Studio
1:30–2:00 pm
Yoga Nidra | Sattva Studio; Saturdays and Sundays only.
2:00–3:15 pm
Property Tour | Starts at Reception; Saturdays only.
1:30–2:30 pm and 3:00–4:00 pm
Guided Nature Walk | Starts at Reception; Saturdays only.
5:30–6:00 pm
Guided Meditation Session | Sattva Studio
7:30–8:15 pm
Meditative Chant/Kirtan | Gita Hall
8:30–10:00 pm
Bonfire | Below Veda 2 Weather permitting; Saturdays only.
Optional Activities with Additional Fees
To ensure a space, please register for these activities by calling 800-392-6870 prior to your arrival.
Mindful Painting (1 hour) $25 Sunday Only
Express your creativity through art therapy as you connect your emotions to the art of watercolor painting.
Ayurveda Cooking Class $25 (1 hour) Thursday and Saturday Only
Learn how to best nourish your specific body type and thrive in every season.
Pottery Class $30 (1 hour) Thursday to Sunday
Explore your creativity. Get hands-on experience in throwing on the wheel, hand-building and decorating handmade pots.
Ayurveda Spa Appointments (Additional Cost)
Hours: 9:00 am–6:30 pm daily
We invite you to also make reservations at our award-winning Shankara Ayurveda Spa prior to arrival in order to ensure availability. Please call 828-264-8382 for details.
Actual schedules and venues may vary; please confirm with Front Desk upon check-in.
Location
639 Whispering Hills Rd, Boone, North Carolina 28607
Discover deep rest and rejuvenation in our tranquil sanctuary set amidst 380 pristine acres high up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Boone, North Carolina—the perfect place to begin your journey to wellness.
NOTE Avoid using GPS—it will take you up a private road to a locked gate. Please use the directions provided on this site.
Distance from Nearest Airport
Two hours by car without traffic
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 processing fee) up to eight days before your program or stay.
- Nonrefundable credit toward a future AOLRC program or stay (less a $50 processing fee) is available if you give notice between seven 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.
To encourage a healthy environment we ask that guest to 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.
