Embodied Experiences Presents
PAUSE-ITIVELY FABULOUS
From peri to post: a retreat for women on the menopause journey
BROKEN BOW, OKLAHOMA
APRIL 25-28, 2025
Our INSPIRATION
HOT FLASHES & COOL BREEZES
Does peri / menopause have you feeling irritable, invisible, tired, achy, isolated, or angry? Have your interactions with your doctors fallen short or left you confused or feeling dismissed? Are you going down the rabbit hole of conflicting and discouraging information about how to manage your symptoms? We birthed this retreat after facing so many of these obstacles on our own menopause journey. At this small and intimate retreat, you will experience a safe container to be seen, heard, and valued. You will experience alternative approaches to regulate your nervous system, sleep patterns, and mood. Not only will you leave with a community but with new holistic self-care exercises.
Join us for an empowering retreat, tailored specifically for menopausal women seeking connection, valuable resources, and acceptance. Whether you’re living with symptoms or simply in search of a new community, our retreat provides a secure and inspiring environment to navigate menopause with confidence and resilience.
What to expect
Our specialized program emphasizes meaningful connections, providing ample time for reflection and rest.
Nurturing Meals
Indulge in culinary delights crafted by our private chef, who specializes in creating nutritious meals. Rest assured, all food allergies and intolerances will be accommodated, ensuring a worry-free dining experience for everyone. Delicious food and unique wines are guaranteed!
Daily Movement
Embrace the joy of movement with our daily activities, ranging from yoga and gentle movement to nature hikes. Each day is designed to help you connect with and love your body through physical activity. Plus, there will be dedicated time to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature.
Group Processing
Discover the transformative power of community as you connect with others, share valuable resources, and engage in meaningful group processing. Our retreat offers unique opportunities to experience Brainspotting, hypnosis, and meditation in a supportive group format. These powerful techniques, guided by skilled practitioners, will help you navigate your journey with clarity and peace.
Expressive Arts
Unleash your inner wisdom and self-awareness through the powerful mediums of collage and drawing. These creative practices will guide you in discovering insights and understanding. Let your artistic expression become a pathway to your inner knowledge, offering a unique and transformative experience.
Therapeutic writing
Enhance your self-discovery journey with our daily journal prompts and blackout poetry sessions. These activities will help you uncover new resources and deepen your existing knowledge. By exploring your thoughts and creativity, you’ll gain valuable insights and develop a richer understanding of yourself.
Embodied Activities
Dive deep into your inner world through the power of experiential storytelling and movement. These practices are designed to help you connect with your nervous system and uncover unconscious material. By engaging in these embodied activities, you’ll connect to a deeper understanding of yourself.
Who would love this retreat?
From beginning to end, our retreat is dedicated entirely to YOU. Every aspect is thoughtfully designed to support you through the life phase of menopause, emphasizing empowerment and connection. Our offerings focus on your unique journey, providing a nurturing environment where you can thrive and embrace this transition with confidence.
Peri, Post or Menopausal
Ladies experiencing the transitions of menopause.
Recognized and Validated
Women who are feeling dismissed, invisible or overlooked during this stage of life.
Self-advocates
Those who are disheartened by the medical field and the scarcity of information and support tailored to their needs.
Connection Seekers
Women seeking connection and companionship with those who truly understand their journey.
Intentional
Anyone feeling the weight of chronic stress in today’s world and seeking a chance to relax and rejuvenate.
Building resilience
Individuals seeking experiential, bottom-up approaches beyond traditional talk therapy.
Accommodations and pricing
Our all-inclusive prices cover everything you need for a memorable experience: meals, coffee, tea, water, wine with dinner, snacks, art supplies, activities, and lodging. As with all our retreats, you can expect some delightful surprises along the way! To reserve your spot, a $500 deposit is required. Flexible payment plans are available to accommodate your needs.
Why Broken Bow, OK? Several hours from any big city and nestled between a National Forest and a sleepy lake, Broken Bow is the perfect remote location to deepen our connection to nature while we integrate the organic process of menopause. As the retreat is designed to help soften the transition to menopause, we chose a venue that was private and luxuriously comfortable for the process. Welcome to Black Bayou, a luxurious 7-bedroom retreat. This opulent cabin features a state-of-the-art kitchen with Zline appliances, a cozy living room with a gas fireplace, and smart TVs throughout. Each bedroom boasts an ensuite bathroom for ultimate privacy.
The Big Easy $2900
The Big Easy king bedroom has its own bathroom and also opens out to an amazing fully furnished balcony.
The Cypress $2575
The Cypress bedroom has a comfortable queen bed and a trundle available along with its own private bathroom.
The Pelican $2750
The Pelican king bedroom has its own private bathroom.
The Oyster $2575
The Oyster queen bedroom has all the amenities and its own private bathroom.
The Gator $2750
The Gator king bedroom with oversized window for with breathtaking views day or night.
The Magnolia $2575
The Magnolia queen bedroom also has its own private bathroom with a tub shower combo.
The White Tail $1650
The Bunkroom that boasts of 6 queen beds and 2 twins and its own private bathroom.
The Views
Spacious and relaxing balcony with beautiful sky and mountain views.
The Land
The property boasts many outdoor activities including fire pit, games and hot tub.
Our schedule is fluid based on individual needs of the group, but this is a sneak peek…
Friday
5 pm Welcome introduction and snacks
Guided imagery and intention setting
Dinner
Sound Healing / yoga for sleep
Saturday
Breakfast
Reflective writing or quiet time
Mindful Movement
Embodied Group Activity
Lunch
Free time and with optional add ons (massage, kayaking, horseback riding)
Brainspotting
Dinner
Creative activity
Sleep hypnosis
Sunday
Breakfast
Reflective writing or quiet time
Hiking / Forest bathing
Picnic Lunch
Nature sculpture
Blackout poetry
Candle Creations
Dinner
Burning Bowl
Monday
Breakfast
Yin Yoga
Book of love
10 am Check out
Are you ready for this exciting adventure? Don’t hesitate—you deserve it.
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