Mindful Life Retreat
October 5-8, 2023
Elohee Center, Sautee Georgia
Join Amanda McCall, LPC for this relaxing and transformative retreat that is currently held only once a year!
From the beginner to those experienced in mindfulness, all will walk away rejuvenated and imbued with the powerful knowledge of how to use mindfulness and related skills to be more calm, focused, and joyful at work and at play. If you have felt the effects of stress and/or anxiety in your life lately, this will be a wonderful opportunity to learn how to feel better and boost your resiliency going forward!
Surrounded by nature and the profound serenity that Elohee provides, you will have ample opportunity to process your transformation. With sessions specifically focused on how to apply these practical skills in daily life, you will feel confident in your ability to begin using your new skills to reduce stress and be at your best.
***Each activity is completely optional. All participants should feel free to make their retreat experience what they would like***
October 5-8, 2023
Elohee Center, Sautee Georgia
Join Amanda McCall, LPC for this relaxing and transformative retreat that is currently held only once a year!
From the beginner to those experienced in mindfulness, all will walk away rejuvenated and imbued with the powerful knowledge of how to use mindfulness and related skills to be more calm, focused, and joyful at work and at play. If you have felt the effects of stress and/or anxiety in your life lately, this will be a wonderful opportunity to learn how to feel better and boost your resiliency going forward!
Surrounded by nature and the profound serenity that Elohee provides, you will have ample opportunity to process your transformation. With sessions specifically focused on how to apply these practical skills in daily life, you will feel confident in your ability to begin using your new skills to reduce stress and be at your best.
***Each activity is completely optional. All participants should feel free to make their retreat experience what they would like***
Watch this video from Amanda to learn the three things that set Mindful Life Retreat apart! |
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This retreat will be especially helpful to you if you….
-Are smart and capable, but sometimes your mind “gets in the way”.
-Are often stressed out.
-Find that your mind is rarely in the present moment.
-Have difficulty focusing on tasks at times.
-Have difficulty falling asleep at night.
-Are not finding the enjoyment you used to experience with friends and loved ones.
-Are interested in how to use mindfulness to be your best self.
-Are smart and capable, but sometimes your mind “gets in the way”.
-Are often stressed out.
-Find that your mind is rarely in the present moment.
-Have difficulty focusing on tasks at times.
-Have difficulty falling asleep at night.
-Are not finding the enjoyment you used to experience with friends and loved ones.
-Are interested in how to use mindfulness to be your best self.
The outcomes you can expect from this retreat are….
-Rejuvenation of mind, body, and spirit.
-A significantly more relaxed nervous system.
-Improved ability to fall asleep at night.
-A foundational understanding of mindfulness as well as a working plan for integrating the practices into daily life.
-Confidence in your ability to cope with life’s challenges with more ease.
-Newfound connections with other like-minded individuals.
-The option to receive further guidance and support from Amanda after the retreat via group or one-on-one coaching sessions. *Not included in program fee.*
-Rejuvenation of mind, body, and spirit.
-A significantly more relaxed nervous system.
-Improved ability to fall asleep at night.
-A foundational understanding of mindfulness as well as a working plan for integrating the practices into daily life.
-Confidence in your ability to cope with life’s challenges with more ease.
-Newfound connections with other like-minded individuals.
-The option to receive further guidance and support from Amanda after the retreat via group or one-on-one coaching sessions. *Not included in program fee.*
Retreat Schedule
Thursday
- 3:00-4:00pm- Check in with Elohee staff
- 5:00-6:00- Welcome/ Intro to Awareness(Location-Mandala Hall)
- 6:00-7:00- Dinner
- 7:00-8:30pm- Mindfulness for Relaxation- including mindfulness exercise for better sleep
- 8:00-9:00am- Breakfast
- 9:00-9:30- Breathing Techniques for improved focus including 10-minute Breathing Meditation
- 9:30-10:30- Formal vs. Informal Mindfulness. How to incorporate both into your day.
- 10:45-12:00- Restorative Yoga with Charlene Hammerson
- 12:00-1:00- Lunch
- 1:00- 4:00 Break Time for optional massage and spa appointments, naps, etc.
- 4:00-6:00- Staying focused using mindfulness in everyday life- navigating schedules, responsibilities, relationships, etc with more energy and ease **includes 15-minute break**
- 6:00-7:00- Dinner
- 7:00-8:00- Mindfulness for Peace and Contentment
- 8:00-9:00- Breakfast
- 9:00-9:15- Morning meditation
- 9:15-10:30- Putting it all Together/ Guided exercises to help with integration of what you have learned so far
- 10:45-12:00- Guided Nature Walk
- 12:00-1:00- Lunch
- 1:00- 4pm- Break Time for optional massage and spa appointments, naps, etc.
- 4:00-6:00- Mindful Communication and Boundaries in Relationships *Includes 15-minute break*
- 6:00-7:00- Dinner
- 7:00-8:30- Bonfire- Community and Discussion Time
- 8:00-9:00- Breakfast
- 9:00-9:15- Morning meditation
- 9:15-10:00- Closing session with final notes from Amanda and encouragements for going forward
- 10:00-11:00- Time for packing up to leave
- 11:00-12:00- Hatha Yoga with Charlene Hammerson
- 12:00-1:00- Lunch and Goodbyes
Your Retreat Leader
Hi, I'm Amanda, and I'm a licensed psychotherapist and owner of a private practice in Athens, Georgia. I specialize in stress, anxiety, relationships, focus, and motivation. I've been teaching mindfulness techniques for over 15 years, and I enjoy incorporating these skills with both my clients and retreat participants, helping them to be more present, aware, and relaxed in their daily lives. Please feel free to further explore my website which you are currently viewing :-).
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Here is what retreat participants are saying:
I was so relaxed. All your teachings really resonated with me- Mindfulness and self-compassion. I liked how interactive the sessions were too." -Candace, Alpharetta, GA
Amanda- It was a wonderful experience. Loved how personable and knowledgeable and energetic you are! It was a pleasure!!" -Lisa A.
I had no idea what to expect and had never been to a retreat before. It was an exceptional experience. I did not engage with my phone the entire time and did not feel anxious about it. When the weekend was over, my overwhelming feeling was I had allowed myself to calm my overstimulated nervous system for 2 days straight and that was incredibly beneficial. The schedule helped me to feel like I was still accomplishing things and it helped me with my anxiety but I still didn’t feel restricted by it. You could not have chosen a better place to hold the retreat. It was a gift to be there alone. You did a wonderful job at making me feel comfortable and safe with me and I thank you for the goody bag! It was very wonderful, and this will not be my last retreat for sure, or my last time at Elohee. Thank you for an amazing weekend." -Keri, Acworth, Georgia
Well planned/organized, giving options/choices of what works best for each individual.”
The food was AMAZING! So healthy and delicious!” -Anonymous
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Thank you for your energy, enthusiasm, and gifts of wisdom."
I have been to Elohee many times, and this retreat was so exactly what I needed! I would like to attend your next one." -Amy, Atlanta, GA
Wonderful experience at Amanda’s mindful life retreat at Elohee Center! It truly was a chance to unplug, enjoy nature, and learn some valuable mindfulness techniques to incorporate into my life. It is so grounding to see many others struggling with similar worries and issues in their everyday lives. This retreat gave me a chance to remember I am not alone in any of this! And reminded me how powerful gratitude and kindness can be. I loved being able to share this experience with my mom and also meet so many other wonderful people, including Amanda!" Delanie L., Georgia
This weekend was amazing- this is the first retreat I have done, but it will not be the last". You are engaging and informed on the topics and provide an interactive experience, allowing participants time to ask questions and respond to you and each other." -Colleen, South Carolina
Level Up, 2024!
Date: January 26th - 28th, 2024
Location: Elohee Retreat Center in Sautee, GA
Want to learn proven strategies to give your New Year’s resolutions a huge boost this year? Join me for this inspiring and relaxing retreat which combines mindfulness instruction with powerful strategies for motivation and focus.
Many people assume that they will not be able to change their long held habits such as procrastination and/or difficulty sticking to a task or goal, but research has shown that these habits can be changed at any age. Great news, right!?! This is because of neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to change over time which is important when trying to improve Executive Functioning (a range of cognitive skills that help us regulate our behavior and accomplish goals). This retreat will focus on improving Executive Functioning as well as enhancing motivation all year long.
Level Up, 2023 will be both informative and restorative. You will be learning straightforward and easy-to-implement steps, supplemented with plenty of discussions and examples of real-life application. Expect a healthy dose of humor as well as reminders to be compassionate with yourself. In addition, mindfulness techniques will be threaded throughout the program, because a calm mind helps with both learning as well as implementing your new skills upon returning to daily life.
Learning Objectives:
-Learn how thought processes either help or hinder goals
-Learn how to shift thoughts in a manner that supports success
-Learn how to more easily start and complete daily tasks of all types
-Learn mindfulness techniques for focus and more ease in your life, therefore helping you to stick to tasks and goals
-Get tips to help with planning and organization of tasks/ goals.
-Learn how to use self-compassion to further improve outcomes (this really works!)
***Every activity is completely optional. All participants should feel free to make their retreat experience what they would like***
Included in the retreat:
• Multiple learning sessions each day with Amanda, including guided relaxation/ visualization exercises.
• Optional yoga class on Saturday.
• Healthy, chef-prepared meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Optional Massage/ Spa services *not included in program fee*.
• Guided nature walk through Elohee’s diverse ecosystems featuring a 100ft mountainside waterfall.
• Lodging in Elohee’s beautiful and serene cottages.
