Only Love Today: A Restorative Retreat for Givers with Rachel Macy Stafford

Schedule

Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 09 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

639 Whispering Hills Rd, Boone, NC, United States, North Carolina 28607 | Boone, NC

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Reclaim Balance, Rediscover Yourself
When you give endlessly to others, it’s easy to lose sight of your own needs. What if you could break free from depletion and reclaim your joy and energy? In this brand new retreat inspired by her bestseller Only Love Today, Rachel Macy Stafford offers a nurturing space to pour into yourself. Through inspiring reflections, guided practices, and creative self-discovery, you’ll build sustainable habits that prioritize your well-being without guilt. Experience what it’s like to nourish your soul and give to others from a place of abundance and strength.
Retreat Benefits
Self Compassion Skills
Shift your inner dialogue from criticism and neglect to kindness and self-worth, strengthening your resilience
Sustainable Self-Care
Learn simple, life-enhancing routines that prioritize your mental and emotional well-being.
Identify Triggers
Recognize and transform the habits that lead to burnout and self-sabotage.
Healthy Boundaries
Gain techniques for setting boundaries that honor your time, energy, and emotional space.
Redefine Your Worth
Move beyond external validation by embracing a self-worth rooted in authenticity and purpose.
Rediscover Joy
Reignite passions and interests that bring you deep fulfillment and happiness.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Imagine moving through life with renewed calm and confidence, free from the habits that trap you in cycles of stress and exhaustion. Rachel offers gentle yet profound practices to help you cultivate self-compassion, strengthen your sense of self-worth, establish healthy boundaries, and rediscover your sense of purpose. By the retreat’s end, you’ll carry home personalized tools that empower you to nurture yourself daily and embrace life with greater peace, presence, and fulfillment.
1. Connective Storytelling
Be inspired by Rachel’s personal journey and engage in heart-opening conversations.
2. Introspective Journaling
Deepen self-awareness, uncover hidden emotions, and reconnect with your inner voice for clarity and growth through guided writing prompts.
3. Creative Self-Discovery
Participate in hands-on exercises that unlock new perspectives and emotional expression.
4. Mindfulness Practices
Cultivate inner calm with gentle techniques that restore balance and clarity.
5. Small Group Sharing
Share insights in an intimate, supportive environment that fosters trust and growth.
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639 Whispering Hills Rd, Boone, NC, United States, North Carolina 28607

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