The Sanctuary of Self:
A Four-Day Self-Discovery Retreat
October 2nd-5th, 2025
Something Special is Coming in October.
An extraordinary, nurturing self-care experience for a small group of women in beautiful, natural surroundings, nestled between the woods and lakes of Northern Minnesota.
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This thoughtfully-crafted, indulgent retreat is designed to
make you feel seen, heard and cared for,
in ways you may not be accustomed to, and to rediscover the magic that is in YOU.
The Sanctuary Retreat is...
A time to release yourself from all the roles, the expectations, the masks, and the responsibilities…
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And simply be present to reconnect with yourself.
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I’ve spent the past 5 years working with caring, sensitive, people-pleasing women, to help them find the path back to themselves. (A career that stemmed from my own journey of self-discovery and personal growth)
It’s been a long time coming, and I feel genuinely excited to present this extraordinary transformational experience to a select group of women.
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Maybe you're one of them?
Keep reading...
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The Sanctuary of Self
Over the course of 3 nights and 4 days, you, and 6 other women will have an experience that will leave you feeling truly rejuvenated, renewed, and relaxed.​
But it’s more than that…​
The purpose of this retreat is to create an experience that awakens your authentic self, and breathes the energy of radical self-love into your heart and soul.
It’s time for you to reclaim your Self, and rediscover the YOU that existed before you were anyone’s mother, spouse, professional, friend, daughter.
So, who exactly is this for?
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Women who feel like life moves too fast, and that it doesn't match their natural pace and rhythms.
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Women who have struggled with people-pleasing, and its accompanying anxiety.
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Women who may describe themselves as an introvert (or maybe extroverted-introvert-someone who can play well with others, but requires serious alone time to recharge their batteries)
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Women who may feel like they’ve never really fit in, but have adapted by being a chameleon. Living this way feels inauthentic and draining.
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Women who work hard and have had success, but may not feel truly fulfilled.
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Women who spent most of their life putting other people’s needs first (but are starting to recognize the problem with this)
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Women who may consider themselves creative, or those with special interests (which may or may not be shared with anyone.)
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Women who others frequently go to for a listening ear, but who rarely, if ever, share their own true feelings or struggles.
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Women who are highly sensitive and empathetic, sometimes to their detriment.
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Women who others count on, because they are good caregivers, highly perceptive, capable and big-hearted. The weight of this can feel exhausting.
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Women who long for a sense of inner-peace and tranquility, but struggle to find and maintain this in their everyday life.
If you are someone who would cherish an intentional pause in your life…
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A release from your responsibilities, identities and expectations of others…
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A chance to rekindle a relationship with your true self…
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To feel a sense of magic, wonder and awe, something closer to what you remember from childhood…
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To experience a feeling of true freedom…an expansiveness of time…
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To tune into your true needs, and honor them, in your own way, and in your own time…eat when you want to, sleep when you feel the need… bathe when it suits you…dress however feels most real to you (bras are optional), to feel a true sense of ownership of your own life, if only for a few days…
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To slow down, and experience a simpler way of being, back to the basics of being your true, unmasked, authentic self, with no concern for others’ opinion of this…
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To spend 4 days and 3 nights following a path of glimmers, looking for and finding magic in nature and in the quiet spaces of your heart…
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Contentment…
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Ease…
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Peace…
If you are longing for a Sanctuary of Self, away from the worries and busy-ness of your regular life...
and emerge renewed and awakened to your true needs and most authentic self…
This Retreat is for you.
​Give yourself the same love and attention you give to others, and watch yourself bloom.
There are only 7 spots available, and as of this writing today, (July 3rd), three of those spots are already claimed.
The investment for The Sanctuary of Self: A Four-Day Sacred Self-Discovery Experience
is $2500. Payment plans are available, as needed.
Here’s what’s included:
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Private accommodations at Garrison’s Resort in Pinewood, MN
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All bedrooms are completely private, and luxuriously outfitted with high-end mattresses and bedding
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Well-appointed bathrooms are shared (one bathroom for every 2 guests)
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Spacious private bedrooms assure absolute privacy and rest during this special time of nurturing.
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All meals, beverages and snacks
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Including delicious, plant-based meals made with mostly organic ingredients
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3 dinners, 2 lunches, 3 breakfasts and sweet treats.
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Dietary needs can be accommodated, (within reason)
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Prepare to have your taste buds delighted!
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Private Coaching
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30-minute private session during the retreat to guide your self-discovery
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One-hour follow-up session after the retreat to help you stay connected to the transformations you experienced
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Facilitated group activities including:
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Physical Movement
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Energy Work
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Creating nature-based art altars
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Creative self-actualization projects
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Self-discovery writing exercises
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Forest-bathing
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Sunset fall-colors pontoon ride
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Sound therapy, and more!
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(Any and all activities are 100% optional. YOU get to decide how your retreat will unfold)
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Access to the beautiful resort property, including:
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Glorious outdoor spaces to explore
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Paddleboards, pontoon, golf cart and outdoor games
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Lakeside pavilion for lakeside sunrise coffee
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Wooded footpaths and sit-spots for meditation and forest-bathing
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Washer and dryer
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Campfires on the beach, and more!
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Outdoor fire pit patio for stargazing or story-telling
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Transportation to and from the resort from Bemidji Regional Airport (BJI), as needed
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Lots of extras: Treats and surprises to make your retreat unforgettable.
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What to bring:
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Layered clothing for October weather in northern Minnesota
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A journal and your favorite pen
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Any cherished or sacred item(s) that feel important to bring with you on this journey
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An open mind and heart
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Does this retreat feel like it was created for you?
If so, please reach out to apply.
Where will we be? Check out more pictures of Garrison's Resort HERE.
The magic of a well-designed retreat...
You will leave feeling:
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Reconnected to your true self.
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Renewed and transformed.
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Excited about the possibilities for the future.
I know how to make this happen.
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It’s a magical blend of:
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quiet solitude
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time spent in nature
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having your needs completely met
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and guided self-reflection, with me as your coach.
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In community with other like-minded self-seekers, a retreat like this has the potential to change your life.
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That is not an exaggeration.
I have experienced this kind of retreat-inspired transformation myself, and it’s my heart’s desire to bring this opportunity to you.
This is not your ordinary retreat.
This is an exquisitely-crafted, intentionally-designed experience that is a combination of:
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guided activities done in community with other retreat-goers, with me as your facilitator
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and abundant breathing room to be spent exploring, playing, sharing, resting, eating, dreaming, star-gazing, or whatever else your soul asks for.
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This is YOUR time.
I will not be over-scheduling you.
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I will provide the framework, the coaching, the space and the nurturing.
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From there, you can make the experience what it needs to be for you.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
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Duration: Thursday, October 2nd 3:00 PM - Sunday October 5th | 12 PM
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Location: Garrison's Resort, ​28569 Dancing Bear Ln NW Shevlin, MN
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Group Size: Small group of 7 women
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Facilitator: Leah Corcoran (with assistant)
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Includes: 3 nights + 4 days of beautiful, private accommodations, 90 minutes of private 1:1 coaching, many facilitated group experiences, 8 delicious meals, snacks, and beverages, abundant resort amenities, transportation to/from BJI airport
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Bring: Journal, favorite writing utensil, layers, special item(s), openness
