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COZY FOREST RETREAT: hygge for you & your business
Hygge /ˈh(y)o͞oɡə/ a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment and well-being.
Cindy (Mountain Practice Journeys) & Jane (Jane Carter Coaching) are over the moon happy to bring this retreat to life. We hope you’ll join us.
November 18th - November 20th
This ALL-INCLUSIVE fall retreat will be held at the stunning and tranquil Indigo Nature Retreat, tucked away in the Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina.
This retreat is for helpers & healers with solo-businesses who want to slow down, do less, and learn to trust their intuition so they can create a business and life that they don’t need a retreat from.
You don’t want to “hustle,” “crush,” or “10x” anything; you want to feel clear in your business and relaxed in your body and mind.
Welcome to the Cozy Forest Retreat.
We believe your best business ‘aha’ moments come when you’re:
-staring at a crackling fire, not a glaring powerpoint presentation
–curled up on a cozy couch sipping tea, not sitting in a folding chair at a conference table
-strolling through the woods along a murmuring creek, not stagnating under fluorescent lights
We believe your business thrives, not when your brain is crammed with new to-do lists and data, but when you have space to nourish your senses and reconnect with yourself.
You already have everything you need inside of yourself to create the business you want— you just need some quiet and stillness to be able to hear that inner voice.
We’ll help you create a plan for how to implement that intuitive change, not send you home with a binder crammed with random “shoulds” that you’re never going to look at again.
We want you to have a business that’s aligned with who you are and what you want. We want to help you simplify every aspect of your business, to create a plan for more clarity and ease.
Power down your computer, pack your coziest sweater and yoga pants, leave your makeup bag at home, and come into the woods with us.
INVESTMENT
Your investment covers an ALL-INCLUSIVE Into The Forest Retreat with:
- professional coaching and thoughtful support for your business
- catered gourmet meals
- expert instruction and individual coaching
- yoga
- intentional rest and relaxation
- a goodie bag full of cozy surprises
Please note: space is limited to 5-10 attendees, and we anticipate prices will go up for future retreats.
Early Bird Investment
September 20th - October 10th- Share a cabin and you each pay $1,200
- $1,800 for your own bird nest cabin
- All-inclusive: gourmet meals, yoga, business support, and amenities
Regular Investment
October 11th - October 31st- Share a cabin and you each pay $1,500
- $2,100 for your own bird nest cabin
- All-inclusive: gourmet meals, yoga, business support, and amenities
In addition to expert instruction, group and on-the-spot coaching, and dig-deep reflection activities…
All participants get:
– An individual coaching session during the retreat
– A Nurturing Change Follow-Up session after the retreat (group zoom meeting)
– An individual coaching session following the retreat
First 5 to sign up get:
– 2 full individual coaching sessions following the retreat (one session with Cindy and one session with Jane), a $900 value
– ~$200 Online Course/Training Bundle from Cindy
– $200 towards coaching package with Jane
Schedule of Events
We’ll travel through the seasons of the year during our group sessions together, learning valuable lessons from Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall.
Winter is for deep-rooted dreaming, when we’re dreaming of warmer months while our roots are deepening and flourishing to create that future growth. We’ll spend this session creating a clear, nourishing vision for your business (and life).
Spring is all about emergence and attraction. In this session, we’ll help you create meaningful messaging that comes from your core and is compelling to those you want to attract – with ease.
Summer is for flourishing. In this session we’ll focus on the key actions and efforts that will have the most impact on spreading your message and helping you and your business proliferate and prosper.
Fall is for release. We’ll spend this session on simplifying your routines and time, while removing energy-leaching activities and mindsets that are holding you back.
1:00pm – Arrival
The afternoon will consist of a warm welcome; a guided tour of the property; coffee, tea, & snacks; a welcome ceremony; and time for rest
4:00pm – Session 1
The evening will consist of more rest; dinner & conversation; and a campfire chat
In the morning breakfast will be available at your leisure
9:30am – Gentle yoga, followed by a guided meditation
10:30am – Session 2
The afternoon will consist of more rest; Sessions 3 & 4; a coffee/tea/snack break; and a guided meditation
The evening will consist of more rest; dinner & conversation; and a campfire chat
In the morning breakfast will be available at your leisure
9:30am – Closing Ceremony
11:00am – Departure
You said this is for “calm” and “introverting”: can I come if I’m an extrovert?
Even extroverts need to do some “introverting” at times! While we hope all will enjoy the spirit of quiet and rest, everyone is welcome to come reflect, learn, and “power down” in nature. (And don’t worry – we’ll have times of connection and conviviality to feed your people-loving spirit!).
I’m *really* introverted. Will I get the alone-time I need to recharge, even in a community retreat?
We see you: You’re an innie, not an outie. Because space is limited to 5-10 participants, you’re less likely to get overwhelmed like you might at a big conference. We’ll have designated “no-talk” spaces, and you’re always welcome to step away for a walk in the woods, a sit by the creek, or a nap in your cabin if you don’t want to gather with the group.
This is a big investment for my business. Are we going to be learning how to make a profitable business, or just reflecting?
In addition to comfort, the retreat includes expert instruction from two business coaches, individual coaching opportunities, and focus on simplifying your business in a way that will make your business thrive (i.e. the goal is to create more money & time for your effort).
As a professional development activity, your retreat-fee and travel expenses are also Tax Deductible.
*While our intention is for this retreat to pay for itself many times over, if all you get from the retreat is to feel refreshed and relaxed, we think that would be worth it!
What about Covid-Safety?
Your safety and peace of mind are important to us. To reduce virus risk, we are requiring that all attendees be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. We will keep a close eye on the latest virus updates, and will implement the latest legal safety-guidelines. We ask that any retreat-attendees who test positive for Covid within 10 days of the retreat, or are showing clear symptoms of infection, notify us as soon as possible so we can keep others safe. (In this case, we may ask that you not attend the retreat and provide in-kind coaching services as an alternative). If more dire developments occur (ex. Surge in virus or newer/pernicious variant) and we are forced to cancel the retreat, we will offer a partial refund and in-kind coaching for the value of the nonrefundable deposit.
Personal Note: One reason we’re thrilled to offer this retreat is that the pandemic has frayed many professionals’ nervous systems! We’re hoping it will be a balm for the soul after spending the last 1.5 years managing your own stress while serving your clients.
Who is this for? How do I know if it’s a good fit for me?
This retreat is for you if you:
-need more introverting and coziness in your life
-are serving many roles, and desire calm and restoration
-are looking to do less and attract more in both business & life
-want to reduce burnout and overwhelm
-firmly reject the hustle and grind mentality
-want to stop listening to others in order to define your own success and happiness
Who is this not for?
-You’re looking for “5 quick tips to get a million dollar biz–quick!”
-You want to leave with a crowded binder full of detailed “shoulds” and one-size-fits-all formulas for business success.
-Quiet reflection “sounds boooooring”. “Just tell me what to do!”
You said we’ll be in cabins in the woods. Are these musty, weathered spaces? (Do I need to bring extra allergy medication and long underwear so I don’t freeze)?
The Indigo Nature Retreat is newly-built, clean, and climate-controlled. Bird Nest Cabins are simple but not spartan; their spa-like, understated elegance is designed to help you feel close to nature (not at the mercy of nature!).
The Cozy Forest retreat is the weekend before Thanksgiving; is this just going to add to my overwhelm?
We believe this retreat is the perfect start to your week off from work. Having time to “power down” and reflect on your business in a calm, relaxing space means you’ll enter the holiday season feeling refreshed and with more clarity and perspective (something we all need before potentially hectic times with family, right?).
Accommodations
We’ll gather at the tranquil Indigo Nature Retreat in Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina, with elegant bird nest cabins tucked away among the relaxing sounds of the nearby creek. Each cabin is clean and climate controlled, with a private porch, mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, and personal fire pit.
Common areas include a Yoga/Meditation space, and central Lodge with fireplace, cozy couches for gathering, and patio porch.
Join Us On The Cozy Forest Retreat
Spots are truly limited for this tranquil retreat, so submit your application soon and we’ll be in touch.
Meet Your Hosts
Cindy Norton
Jane Carter
“Life sucks a lot less when you add mountain air, a campfire, and some peace and quiet.” – Brooke Hampton
