(formerly Spirit Quake)



English photographer, Cecil Beaton, once said, "Be daring, be different, be impractical, be anything that will assert integrity of purpose and imaginative vision against the play-it-safers, the creatures of commonplace, the slaves of the ordinary."

The world can be a crazy place these days… but the truth is, there is more than war and poverty and economic turmoil, and I believe that we are being called to step it up a notch. We are being beckoned to live with more intention and meaning, from a deeper, authentic place that turns the mundane into magic and where our sparkling visions take precedence over our to-do lists. We are being asked to turn off our televisions and rewrite our personal stories. We are being called to SHINE.

That is why I invite you to join me this summer for an adventure of heart-stretching proportions! You might be a mom that wants to rediscover who you are separate from dirty diapers and grilled cheese sandwiches, or an empty nester who is wondering what’s next. You may be someone who is struggling with change and just wants a solid piece of earth where you can ground yourself or to connect with a tribe of women who get you. You could be an artist who would like to bring the soul back into your work, or a visionary who would simply like to add another heartfelt experience to your repertoire. All are welcome, and each story will be a unique element of our experience as we honor our differences and celebrate our connections.





Check-in will be between 1pm and 3pm on Friday, and we will wrap it by 3pm on Sunday.






We will be gathering at The Garden Retreat , a private sanctuary just over an hour north of Asheville, nestled among thousands of acres of National Forest in the North Carolina mountains. You'll have the opportunity to reconnect with your spirit within sacred land infused with flowing streams, waterfalls, open meadows, and enchanting gardens, while also enjoying relaxing accommodations with all of the comforts of home.






  • You will discover a newfound clarity as you dust off old visions and honor your wildest imaginings

  • You will begin to let go of the things that hold you back from being who you are meant to be

  • You will connect with an intimate circle of like-hearted women (limited to 10 participants), and have the opportunity to cultivate lasting friendships and support

  • You will dip your toes into a few artsy fartsy explorations that will stretch your definition of what it means to live creatively (although no artsy fartsy experience is necessary!)

  • You will embrace a new awareness of your body in a gentle yoga class designed to invite a sense of self-love and gratitude

  • You will be treated to scrumptious wholesome meals lovingly prepared by our hosts from local and organic ingredients

  • You will have some empty time for solitude, dreamy naps, hikes, swimming hole dips, and staring into space

  • You will walk away with insights, integrative tools, and a few surprise goodies that will inspire you to keep moving forward on purpose, with a rekindled sense of trust in yourself and in your journey




Here’s me in a nutshell… My name is Lisa Rough, and I am a creative life coach and self-taught artist living in the mountains of North Carolina with my partner and two kiddos (along with a few fuzzy and scaly critters). I’m also a writer (did I just say that??), and am working on writing my first book. I’ve come to realize over the years that we are all works in progress, and I am certainly no exception. What I have to offer you is a strong sense of who I am and the experiences I have collected along the way…. I have a master’s degree in counseling and psychology and have worked with troubled youth and those facing crisis in inner city Boston; I have participated in outdoor educational programs and have studied and become certified in teaching yoga; I have created and sold art that is in private collections all over the world; I have developed and facilitated art parties and creativity workshops for both young and old; and I have cultivated oodles of compassion and humor from being a stay-at-home mom. My story has created a rich landscape from which to live with enormous regard for life, immeasurable joy, and the anticipation of more possibilities around the next bend.

This will be my second retreat out of what I hope to be many, and it is my greatest wish that you will walk away with clarity and vision after unmasking the superstar that you are. This is my dream. This is what tickles me and delights me, and I promise you that my love for what I do will be contagious! If you'd like to learn even more about me and the work that I do, check out my blog !



Early registration is recommended due to limited space…


Rooms are mostly shared… Individual rooms are extremely limited and will be available on a first come, first serve basis at no additional cost.

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.

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If you have questions, please don't hesitate to CONTACT ME!


Cancellations: If you should have to cancel, I sure would miss you, but I also understand how life can unexpectedly become a bit topsy turvy. If a cancellation is made 30+ days before the retreat, $50 of what you've paid will be nonrefundable in order to cover administrative costs. Cancellations made 1-30 days prior to the retreat will forfeit all fees IF THE SPACE CANNOT BE FILLED. If the space IS filled by another participant, you will receive a refund less a $50 administrative fee.

  
 



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