FRIDAY - SUNDAY | DECEMBER 6-8, 2024
GRIEVE + BREATHE RETREAT
A TRANSFORMATIVE JOURNEY OF RELEASE AND RENEWAL
EXPLORE DIRECT AND COMPLEX GRIEF AND HONOR IT AS AN EXPRESSION OF LOVE
WITH EXPERIENCED GRIEFWORK FACILITATORS AMBER DEYLON + JENN PARMA
SPECIAL GUEST GUIDE KAREN NITSCHE
3 DAYS + 2 NIGHTS IN OJAI
A weekend of nature’s tranquility and intentional healing practices.
Process grief, release stuck emotions and create space for new possibilities in life.
GATHER @ LIGHT AND SPACE, OJAI
Food and lodging up to each participant. READ MORE…
RECONNECT WITH YOURSELF
A rare opportunity to be present with Grief, reconnect with yourself and reclaim a sense of love, peace and purpose.
Ceremony, Soundbath, Yoga, Hot Springs, Farm-to-Table Saturday Dinner, Breathwork, Nature, Contact Beyond Contact and More.
Whether you’ve experienced the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship or feel grief for the Earth and humanity, this is a sacred space to release and find renewal.
COURSE OF RETREAT
FRIDAY DECEMBER 6 : 6:00PM - 8:30PM
OPENING CEREMONY
SATURDAY DECEMBER 7 : 9:30AM - 8PM
FULL DAY + EVENING SESSION
ORGANIC FARM-TO-TABLE DINNER INCLUDED
SUNDAY DECEMBER 8 : 9:30AM - 8:30PM
FULL DAY + EVENING SESSION
HOT SPRINGS EVENING
This retreat emphasizes COMMUNITY SUPPORT, SELF-EXPRESSION and DEEP INTROSPECTION. Be guided through grief with BREATHWORK, MOVEMENT and CEREMONY allowing space for stillness and emotional release.
JOIN NOW WITH A DEPOSIT OF $600
SLIDING SCALE : $800 - 1200
Lodging & meals (except Saturday dinner) up to each participant, see below.
ABOUT YOUR GUIDES:
AMBER DEYLON is a Death Midwife, creator of Grieve + Breathe, Council Facilitator and a trustee of The New Normal Charity. Amber is a member of Moon Valley Choir, a collective of women, local to Ojai, who sing in celebration of life, healing, and exploration of the great mystery. They encourage the art and practice of deep listening through ceremonial music. She also hosts a bi-weekly community jam. Inviting local musicians and singers together to create and collaborate.
JENN PARMA is a Psychospiritual Integration Specialist, Breathwork Facilitator, and trained Death Doula. With expertise including plant medicine integration, trauma healing, emotional release, grief support, somatic/embodiment practice, and women's empowerment, she offers transformative retreats worldwide. She is also the creator of Integrate-ness and Co-Creator of Grieve + Breathe, focusing on holistic well-being and grief support.
Native from France, KAREN NITSCHE is a Breathwork Facilitator, Embodiment Guide and Yoga Teacher based in Ojai, California. She is passionate about creating transformational experiences and rituals, expanding human consciousness and helping people connect with their soul’s purpose. She is trained in Holistic Yoga and Ceremonial practices with the Kula Collective as well as studied with Holotropic Breathwork mentors and currently works as a coach for the Neurodynamic Breathwork Training Program. Karen completed several courses in Contact Beyond Contact with Unity Space and facilitates dance healing sessions around the globe.
FAQ:
Room and Board is up to you if you are joining from out of town. Food is available to purchase from a wide variety of incredible restaurants (take-out or outdoor dining) + organic markets. Eat with new friends or enjoy your solace with a mountain view, yum.
Where to Stay: Hotels we recommend locally are Ojai Rancho Inn, The Capri, Caravan Outpost, or Airbnb. If looking to share a rental to lower the cost, let us know and we’ll work on pairing you with other students! (Need more accessible options, reach out.)
Out-Of-Towner Arrivals: We encourage you to arrive Friday afternoon to settle in but let us know if you are arriving late.
Contact us with any questions. We’re here to serve:
$800 - $1200 SLIDING SCALE
NON REFUNDABLE, NON TRANSFERABLE
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