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Gentle, immersive healing retreats for everyone who is tired of constantly holding it all together.

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  • Trained in Compassionate Inquiry, developed by Dr. Gabor Maté.
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Our retreats

Coming home to self

If you’re craving softness, connection, and space to breathe again, this retreat was made for you. We don’t push or force anything - we trust the intelligence of your body. In a safe and nurturing space, your nervous system can relax, your emotions can surface naturally, and you can return to yourself with tenderness.

Retreats 2026

Join us this summer in Europe

Discover our two upcoming retreats designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit. Choose between a four-night experience in Spain or a six-night escape in Portugal, both offering similar holistic practices, nourishing food, and a peaceful atmosphere.

A June 2026 calendar with 17 to 21 June markedFully booked

Spain Retreat

4 nights · 17-21.06.2026

A July 2026 calendar with 20 to 26 July markedFully booked

Portugal Retreat

6 nights · 20-26.07.2026

Both 2026 retreats are fully booked. The next retreat is in 2027.

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Who it’s for

Who is this for?

This retreat is for everyone who feels emotionally and physically exhausted - the ones who carry the mental load, plan everything, and hold everyone.

If you want a break where you don’t have to manage anything, where you can just arrive, breathe, and be held - this is for you. Your schedule, meals and space to rest is fully taken care of.

Held with care. From the heart. All for you.

Yes, please

Their stories

Testimonials

Discover the experiences of those who joined our events & retreats before you. These stories offer an honest glimpse into what awaits you. Let their voices guide you.

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Every day

What’s the daily schedule?

  • Hands resting on a yoga mat on a sunlit wooden deck

    Gentle Movement & Meditation

    Soft, nourishing practices to awaken the body, calm the mind, and gently reconnect with your breath and presence.

  • A facilitator resting her hands on a woman lying down during a somatic session

    Somatic practices & nervous system regulation

    Grounded, body-based exercises designed to support safety, balance, and a deeper sense of inner stability.

  • Two women sitting face to face, one resting a hand on the other’s shoulder

    Emotional release & grounding rituals

    Simple, intentional rituals that help release stored tension and create space for clarity and grounding.

  • Cups of cacao on a patterned rug, seen from above

    Cacao ceremonies & fire circles

    Heart-opening, reflective ceremonies that invite connection, intention, and quiet moments of shared presence.

  • Hands playing brass singing bowls

    Sound healing

    Gentle sound journeys designed to support deep relaxation, inner stillness, and a sense of grounding through vibration and tone.

  • Women sitting together in a circle on a rug

    Sharing circles & group exercises

    Guided group spaces that encourage open sharing, reflection, and meaningful connection within a supportive and respectful setting.

  • A crafting table with brushes, clay pots and flowers

    Creative workshops & inner-child moments

    Playful, creative sessions that encourage self-expression, curiosity, and a gentle return to joy.

  • Tall trees above a flowering garden in the countryside

    Excursions in nature

    Slow, guided outings into the surrounding landscape, offering time to walk, breathe, observe, and reconnect with nature at an unhurried pace.

Digital Detox

We invite you to take a break from your phone. If you wish, you can hand in your phone on arrival - it will be stored safely with us. For peace of mind, we’ll share our contact details with your family, friends, or workplace for emergencies only. If needed, your phone will be returned to you immediately.

Spain retreat · 4 nights

17-21.06.2026

Stone steps winding up through an olive grove
The yoga hall with pink mats laid out under a wooden ceiling
Hands resting on a pink yoga mat
Sun loungers and a parasol by the pool, under palm trees

Your home for a few days

Our retreat facility in Spain offers a warm Mediterranean atmosphere surrounded by peaceful nature and sunshine. The property grows its own fresh produce, which is used directly in the kitchen to create nourishing, flavorful meals. Guests can enjoy beautiful outdoor spaces, calming energy, and an authentic farm-to-table experience that enhances every moment of their stay.

Your space to rest

Our guest rooms offer a warm, rustic atmosphere designed for deep rest. Natural wood interiors, earthy tones, and soft, calming colors create a grounded sense of comfort. Each space feels cozy yet refined, inviting guests to unwind, disconnect, and settle into a peaceful rhythm. It is truly the perfect environment for relaxation and mindful moments.

Three beds with folded towels in a warm, sunlit room
A bright corridor with wooden shelves and a stone wall
A bedroom with a tall wooden window and linen curtains
A bathroom with terracotta tiles

Nourish to flourish

At our Spain retreat, every meal is prepared with 100% organic, seasonal wholefoods - cooked with intention, creativity, and so much care. Our private chefs create vibrant, plant-based dishes inspired by Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and global yogic cuisine, using ingredients grown directly in the retreat’s own garden or sourced from local organic farmers.

This is not just food - it’s nourishment. It’s the kind of cooking that makes you feel held, energized, and loved from the inside out.

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Menu

Brunch

Chia vanilla pudding with fruits & crispies · Dosa wraps with tofu scramble or fresh eggs · Homemade sourdough · Green smoothies

Afternoon Snack

Blue spirulina smoothie · Energy balls · Raw crackers & dips · Kombucha or golden milk

Dinner

Cauliwings with chipotle mayo · Middle Eastern falafel plates · Fresh pitta & zhoug · Mexican-style buffets · Plant-based flan or matcha coconut panna cotta

Bowls of yoghurt topped with granola and blueberries
A breakfast table from above, with fruit, granola and teal napkins
A long table set for a shared meal outdoors

Portugal retreat · 6 nights

20-26.07.2026

The white retreat house beside the pool, framed by palm fronds
Sunlight through the trees onto a wooden balcony
Curtains blowing around a yoga mat and bolster on a deck
Sun loungers beside the natural pool, with wooded hills behind

Your home for a few days

Foz de Vale offers a serene Portuguese retreat surrounded by warm Mediterranean climate, peaceful nature, and gentle coastal energy. Guests enjoy fresh, locally sourced meals from nearby farmers, creating a true farm-to-table experience. The natural, chemical-free pool adds a calming touch, inviting deep relaxation. It’s an ideal setting for grounding, renewal, and soulful retreat moments.

Your space to rest

The rooms at our Portugal retreat blend rustic charm with modern comfort, creating a cozy, grounded atmosphere. Natural materials, warm earth tones, and soft textures make each space feel inviting and peaceful. The design reflects the surrounding landscape, offering a calming environment where guests can rest deeply, unwind fully, and reconnect with themselves in quiet comfort.

A bedroom window looking out onto trees, with a sheer curtain
A bed with sheer drapes and clay vases
A bedroom with wooden beams and an open window
A sofa with cushions and a low table in a warm-toned lounge

Nourish to flourish

At our Portugal retreat, food is part of the healing. Every meal is organic, seasonal, vegetarian, and prepared by a private chef who sources ingredients directly from the surrounding mountains, gardens, and local farmers.

You’ll begin your mornings with a fresh smoothie at sunrise, followed by long, shared brunches with homemade sourdough, garden oranges, eggs, fruits, and pastries. Throughout the day, teas, fruit, and nourishing snacks are always available - and evenings end with deeply comforting dinners like green curries, creamy pastas, and warm chocolate-tahini brownies.

Menu

Morning Smoothie

Spinach · Pineapple · Kefir · Ginger · Turmeric

Brunch

Shakshuka · Tomato Tarte · Homemade Sourdough · Hummus & Cashew Dip · Carpaccio · Yogurt, Granola & Glazed Peach

Dinner

Stir-Fried Tofu with Rice & Peanut Sauce · Cabbage-Carrot Salad · Lime · Fried Banana with Mascarpone & Dark Chocolate

Snacks

Fresh fruit · Date-nut energy balls · Herbal teas

A shared table of salads, pastries and fruit, seen from above
A kitchen window with a bowl of fruit on the counter
The chef slicing tomatoes in the kitchen
An outdoor dining table under wooden beams, with flowers

Love letters

Love letters from our participants

“I was at a day workshop from Sacred Emotions, and it was beyond what I could have imagined. The dynamic in the group and exercises we did really changed my relationship to my emotions and to myself.”
Marina U.
Jean and Julia sitting together, one with a hand on her heart
Jean and Julia side by side, both dressed in green

Your hosts

That’s us, your hosts

We’re Jean and Julia - two women who met 14 years ago at a summer camp in Italy. That experience showed us how a few days away can spark deep connection and meaningful inner shifts.

After our own journeys through burnout, emotional healing, and growth, we learned one thing: healing happens in community.

Our retreats are created from that truth - grounding, nourishing spaces where you can reconnect with nature, with each other, and with yourself.

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