Creative Explorations

Self-Directed Retreat:Lodging: Does not include facilitation services.

Spa options are available. (See rates below.) You may retreat in restorative solitude or share your time with up to two additional friends.

One guest: $95.00/night. Five or more nights: $85.00 (choice of private bedrooms)•Two guests: $150 (two private bedrooms with twin beds)•Three guests: $180 (two private bedrooms with twin beds, plus living room futon)Facilitated Retreats:Overnight facilitated package: $199/person•Pre-retreat planning•1 night lodging•2 hours creative facilitation•2 hour nature excursion•energywork sessionTwo-night facilitated package: $349/person•Pre-retreat planning•2 nights lodging•4 hours creative facilitation•2 hour nature excursion•energywork sessionCustomized retreatsIndividual or small group.

Groups of more than three women will have additional housing arranged at local facilities.Customize your retreat focusing on one of the following restorative gateways:◦Visual Arts. For those wishing to immerse themselves in the creative process utilizing pastels, watercolors and/or clay.◦Nature.

For those wishing to enjoy the beauty, tranquility and invigoration that nature has to offer.◦Symbols/Tarot. Symbolic systems are not used to issue proclamations or forecast futures. My approach is to offer them as projective devices and gateways to help clarify aspects of your inner landscape.

◦Drumming/Music/Movement. A variety of drums and percussive instruments are available for those who resonate with sound, vibration and physical movement.

◦Creative Journaling. Through contemplation, and gentle prompting, tap into your inner knowing through creative writing exercises and imaginative dialoguing techniques.Optional Spa Services.

Relax and soothe the body/mind/spirit with physical pampering.•paraffin hand dips $10.00 / 15 minutes•infrared, electromagnetic foot stimulation $10.00 / 15 minutes•reflexology (per practitioner)•energywork* $30.00 / 30 – 45 minutes •chair or full body massage (per practitioner)*

Everything in its most fundamental nature is energy.

Energywork sessions are designed to enhance well-being. The practitioner gently places her hands on the fully clothed body of the recipient while holding high intentions for harmonizing body/mind/spirit. Working with the human energy field supports the body’s restorative capabilities.

Each retreat is an empowering process of self-discovery. I do not have pre-programmed agendas, but focus instead on establishing a safe, structured and often “playful” environment where issues, interests and concerns are explored from fresh angles. Many women approach a retreat as a spiritual process and delight at the recognition of the insight and wisdom that lies within.Erich Fromm said, “Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.” My intention is to offer a sacred haven for your own discovery process. Some retreatants leave with greater peace about their pasts. Some leave with greater hope for their future.

A Creative Explorations retreat can offer you an important stepping stone on the journey through life. Come, deepen your acquaintance with your Divine Self and experience restoration of body, mind and spirit

Actvities:Bike Path –
The Little Miami Scenic Trail
Chamber Music
Yellow SpringsClifton Gorge Nature Preserve
Dharma CenterGlen Helen Nature Reserve
John Bryan State Park
Little Art Theatre
Yellow Springs Arts
Yoga Springs Studio