The Backstory:

In the spring of 2021, nine of us traveled to Blue Spirit in Nosara, Costa Rica — a beautiful town just south of the country's "Gold Coast." It's a breathtaking place, filled with stunning beaches and lush forests. It was such a magical trip. Blue Spirit typically hosts 150 to 200 guests at any given time, but, due to the pandemic, we had the entire place to ourselves.

The “permission to be” emerged as a common thread I witnessed at Blue Spirit and retreats I have led since. The ability to allow ourselves to step off the hamster wheel and marinate in the space of being.

By gathering and reflecting, we create space for presence to gain perspective on where our thought patterns reside. From this place of existence is where we decide how and if we choose to take action.

This has inspired a monthly gathering in the Breathing Barn called Movement, Mindset, Meditation, and Discussion. It includes an hour of yoga and meditation, followed by an hour of reflection, contemplation, and sharing. The class intends to guide the process of each person's introspection in a safe and supported environment.

With gathering, we create a community of connection, compassion, understanding, and an ability to feel seen and not alone in our life's journey.

My classes offer people unlimited permission to "be." And this is a gift that comes from gathering — a gift that nothing can replace.