Awakening Joy 2026
A Women’s Retreat
June 12-15 2026
Midcoast Maine
Join Us in Sacred Community
I invite you to join us for four days and three nights of Awakening Joy – a women’s retreat, returning to the beautiful shores of Penobscot Bay in Searsport, Maine.
Picture yourself in a sanctuary for body, mind and soul where slow breaths and long exhales are invited!
Hear the sounds of the water washing in and swishing over the pebbles back out to sea. Smell the salt mist. Linger on the beach, relax on the porch watching the eagle fly and the sun explode into vibrant hues or a soft pastel cotton candy sky.
Come and connect with your sacred self and others. Find calm and peaceful presence, open to wonder, and let in the light for a radiant heart, cultivating true joy.
Take time for pause and renewal, away from the busyness of your life and the insanity of the world. Brighten your light and share in joy and laughter, be held in your grief. It’s all welcome here. Give yourself this gift of rejuvenation before we gallop into the wild hot days of summer.
No need to grocery shop, cook or clean up after meals. Delicious and nutritious meals will be prepared for you by Chef Angela, with your personal preferences and requirements in mind.
(Please note the kitchen is not a celiac-certified kitchen.)
The Setting
We will enjoy a serene oceanfront fifteen-acre property at Limina Renewal Center on the shores of Penobscot Bay. Beauty abounds!
What’s Included
Everything you need for deep restoration:
- All meals and snacks
- Accommodations
- Self care practices: quiet mornings, meditation, journal prompts and writing, qigong, yoga nidra, and gentle yoga
- Optional walk on the Belfast trail
- Dip in the cool waters
- Free time to rest, read, walk the trails, relax, and connect in community
- All taxes and fees and group tip
- Optional Pre Retreat online meetup
What’s not Included
Transportation to and from the retreat center and to nearby Belfast for our walking adventure.
Cash for personal shopping in town or any additional gratuities.
Is this for me?
Are you feeling depleted, longing for rest and renewal? If you’re ready to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself, nature, and an intimate group of women — then yes, this is for you. Envision a slow walk through the woods with the scents of Spring, splashes of blue violets, relaxing by the seashore, hearing the rhythm of the waves, silence in the labyrinth, and perhaps the aliveness of dipping in the cool waters of the Penobscot Bay. You are worthy of profound rest and rejuvenation! Ground yourself, walk gently on this earth, feel the kiss of nature, warmth of the sun, and hugs of new and old friends. This retreat is made for women who are ready to come home to themselves.
You will be held in sacred space and surrounded by beauty. Make sacred space and be reminded of who you are!
No Experience with qigong or yoga necessary. All Women Welcome!
All you need is an open heart willing to be present and care for yourself, and a desire to be a compassionate person as we spend time in community. We live in a world that so desperately needs kindness.
You will learn basic qigong, gentle yoga, and have time for daily journaling prompts and self reflection.
What will you leave with?
Leave the retreat with a simple Spring qigong practice, clarity of mind, a heart full of joy, and renewed energy to step back into your daily life with presence and gratitude.
Who is this not for?
If you are looking for an absolutely packed day, hustle and bustle, bright lights of the city, night life, time to scroll your phone, catch up on work, then this is not your jam.
This will be an alcohol free retreat.
What to Know:
Cancellation Policy
Please note there are no refunds after payment is received. If there is any chance you may need to cancel, we recommend purchasing trip insurance.
Health
*You will need to be in relatively good health as we will practice qigong, walk through the woods, and have a walk exploring the rail trail and town of Belfast on foot.
If your heart is saying yes, we’d love to have you join us. I’m looking forward to welcoming you with open arms!
Shanti, Susan
Accommodations & Pricing All prices are per person.
Eagle – 2nd floor, cozy private room, full bed, shared bath with Rainbow room, meadow view
$ 1,759.00
Rainbow – 2nd floor, private room, queen bed, shared bath with Eagle room, view of gardens and meadow
$ 1,879.00
Harbor Room – 1st floor, large shared room, two queen beds, shares full bath with walk in shower and a half bath with Lupine room, sliding glass doors, private deck access, beautiful full ocean views. per person $ 1,779.00
Bay Room – 2nd floor, large shared room, two queen beds, shares two full baths with Spruce and Maple, one bath has walk in shower and separate luxury tub, the second bathroom has walk in shower, sweeping views of meadow and full ocean views. per person $ 1,779.00
Maple – 2nd floor, private room, one queen bed, shares two full baths with Bay and Spruce, one bath has walk in shower and separate luxury tub, the second bathroom has walk in shower, ocean views. $ 2,039.00
Spruce – 2nd floor, private room, one queen bed, shares two full baths with Bay and Maple, one bath has walk in shower and separate luxury tub, the second bathroom has walk in shower, ocean views $ 2,039.00
Skye – 2nd floor, luxury private room, king bed, couch, en-suite bathroom, pure luxury with sweeping ocean views! $ 2,339.00
Ready to Join Us!
“Step into the world with wonder in your pocket, a sacred intention, your heart on your sleeve. Let your soul be your source of navigation as you travel through creation – let love be your home.”
Barbara McAfee
