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"LIVE YOUR DREAMS,
LOVE YOURSELF"
RETREAT!
" A life-changing retreat for spiritually-minded
women who wish to live their purpose, speak
their truth, and love themselves deeply and
authentically!"
Where: The Ojai Foundation, Ojai, California
When: August 5-12th, 2011
Begins 2:00pm August 5th, Finishes 2:00pm August 12th
Facilitator: Julie Cara Hoffenberg (visit me here)
Open to: Women 18 years and older
Please watch the video below for retreat information and beautiful previews!
Testimonial
"I am definitely available on April 16th
for Workshop #3. I have to say that since
the last workshop, I've found that doors
are opening for me, I am in a new place
mentally, and feel much much stronger.
Very excited for the next one...even
more excited for the retreat!"
- Cheryll Reft
Oxnard, CA
Please watch this short video below for a visual tour of The Ojai Foundation, site for the "Live your Dreams, Love Yourself" Retreat!
WHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?
This retreat is designed for YOU if you want to:
- Break free from the fears that block you!
- Live the life you dream of!
- Develop deep connections and friendships in a beautiful community of like-minded women!
- Begin loving all parts of yourself, inside and out!
- Bask in the beauty, tranquility and magic of Ojai!
- Affirm your belief that you deserve to invest in yourself, grow, heal, create and live your purpose!
- Escape the "ordinary" life you are not passionate about to develop your unique gifts, purpose and passion for an "extraordinary" life!
- Bring sacredness and ceremony to your life! (All religions and spiritual beliefs are welcome!)
- Eat natural, organic, vegetarian food prepared with intention and love!
Testimonial
"Starting at a very young age, I began to
submerge my feelings, in particular my
fears and by going to "Dissolve My Fear"
workshop, I was able to dedicate some
time out of my busy schedule to take
care of me and my outlook on life.
Julie has a healing vibe and her
workshop provided me the time, place
and opportunity to invoke some of these
fears I hang on to and then to release
them with the confidence and true belief
that all I am doing, where I am at this
very moment, is beautiful, right and an
opportunity to be authentic. Thank you
Julie! I am excited to continue this path
of facing major issues with love."
-Janine Klingman
Oxnard, CA
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What will YOU experience during the Retreat?
- Beautiful, alternative sleeping areas such as domes and yurts that allow you to connect with nature! (Click on "domes and yurts" above for photos)
- One-of-a-kind ceremonial spaces such as below-ground kivas, labyrinth, medicine wheels, meditation points, vortex areas, and more! (For photos, please visit me here)
- Nature-based exploratory art projects to deepen your connection with the earth and your creative self!
- Council-based workshops, which allow us to learn and grow as a cohesive group. For more info on council, please visit me here.
- Non-denominational heart-based ceremonies including sweat-lodge, intentional walking, labyrinth work, prayer sticks, kiva ceremonies, and more!
- Side trips to a gorgeous, sun-drenched beach and lovely creek side hiking.
- Mind-blowing, delicious, organic (where possible), vegetarian food catered by Joann Webb who is deeply connected to the Ojai land and puts intention and love into her food!
- Private time to explore the trails, sanctuaries and spontaneous findings around The Ojai Foundation.
- Connect with your body as you stretch, meditate, hike, walk and make space for yoga.
- Immerse yourself in our daily workshops in The Council House, a round building created out of the principles of Sacred Geometry!
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RETREAT SCHEDULE
(Schedule subject to change due to weather, etc.)
****Each day will vary slightly based on activity. This is a general run-down of events.
August 5 (Friday)
2 pm - Arrival and settle in dwellings
3 pm - Walking tour of land and meet fellow retreaters!
5:30 pm - Dinner together with song, ceremony
7:00 pm - Introduction council activity
August 6 (Saturday)
7:30 am - Optional meditation in council house or sleep if desired
8:30 am - Breakfast
10:00 am - Morning workshop/council/activity
11:30 - Free time (yoga, walking, alone time, meditation, social time, exploration, etc.)
12:00 pm - Lunch
1:30 pm - Afternoon workshop/council/activity
4:30 pm - Free time
6:00 pm - Dinner
7:30 pm - Evening workshop/council/activity
9:00 pm - Free time and peaceful slumber
August 7 (Sunday)
7:30 am - Optional meditation in council house
8:30 am - Breakfast
9:30 am - Hike along gorgeous local spring under Native Oak trees, possible nature ceremony
12:30 pm - Lunch at Ojai Foundation
Rest of day is same as August 6th, but activities vary.
August 8 (Monday)
Same basic schedule as August 6th. Activities will vary.
August 9 (Tuesday)
7:30 am - Optional Meditation
8:30 am - Breakfast
9:30 am - BEACH DAY! Lunch on beach. Ceremony on beach and NATURE-based ART!
2:30 pm - Time at local world-renowned spiritual store. Opportunity to purchase keepsakes, stones, crystals, jewelry, books, and more. Retreat cost does not include purchases.
5:00 pm - Return to Ojai Foundation
5:30 pm - Dinner
6:30 pm - Quick discussion of sweat-lodge and wrap-up for the day
7:30 pm - Free time and rest for next day's sweat.
August 10 (Wednesday
7:30 am - Breakfast
8:30 am - Gather at Tee Pee/Sweat-lodge to begin dressing the lodge and meet shaman/sweatlodge facilitator. Begin pre-sweat ceremony and set-up as a group.
12:30 pm - Sweat-lodge (This will go for an unknown period of time. The sweatlodge facilitator will guide us and determine when all rounds are complete.)
5:30 pm - Dinner
7:00 pm - Rest, recover, optional gathering in council house to reflect, listen to music, stretch, yoga
August 11 (Thursday)
Same schedule as August 6th. Activities will vary.
August 12 (Friday)
7:30 am - Group meditation
8:30 am - Breakfast
9:30 am - Final ceremony/council/activity
12:30 pm - Lunch
1:30 pm - Good-byes, hugs, wrap-up
2:00 pm - Depart
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What are the Accomodations Like?
Accommodations are rustic, but clean and comfortable. If you
are looking for a fancy hotel with alarm clock, television, internet
and perks, this is the wrong retreat for you. Accommodations
allow for a connection to the earth (you will have complete
protection from the elements), silence, clean fresh air,
community, and simplicity. You will have all of the benefits of
camping without the worry about weather! Below are some
basics:
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Above left: Dome dwelling Above right: Yurt dwelling
Below left: Inside dome dwelling Below right: Inside yurt dwelling
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- Domes and yurts will have a futon-like cushion for sleeping (sheets, pillow, and/or sleeping bags need to be brought with you)
- Fully protected from the elements
- No air conditioning or heat, but fresh air openings are built in
- Shared occupancy with one or two other people
- Domes and yurts are separate from showers and restrooms, however the showers and restrooms are private, clean, flush-able, single-occupancy spaces. For photos, please click here.
- NO internet, alarm clocks, tv, electrical outlets. Electricity is available in the council house, where workshops are held. Cell phone service is generally available in some areas on the land.
- All dwellings are along nature paths. There are no paved roads or walkways, so this retreat is not conducive to physically handi-capped people or those who cannot handle a little dirt along the way. Prepare to touch the earth and love it!
- Summers in Ojai are warm to hot, with cool evenings. If you have extreme heat sensitivities or cannot do mild to average walking/hiking, this is not the optimal retreat for you.
- The land and accommodations have little to no light. This provides the opportunity to see a REAL night sky, complete with stars, planets and the milky way!
- This land if FULL of beautiful wildlife. Last time I was there, two baby deer lived there, birds, roadrunners, rabbits, and more. Prepare to see animals!
- Staying on the Ojai Foundation land is an absolute treat! Tap into the child within as you settle down to your sacred space at night and allow the magic of nature to make its way into your heart...
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 Above: Outdoor buffet area where we sing and gather at mealtime |  Above: Shady outdoor community table for meals |
What will the food be like?
- Natural, organic (when available), vegetarian meals (no meat).
- Some vegan options and fresh raw fruits and veggies at each
meal.
- Breakfast is provided by us and made by you (fruit, granola
bars, etc.)
- Lunch and dinner catered on-site by a professional local woman
(Joann Webb) who is deeply connected to her process. I have
personally experienced her phenomenal food and services and
asked her immediately if she would cater my future retreats!
- Extra snacks will be your responsibility and there will be storage
space available.
- All meals begin with song, intention, respect for the earth,
gratitude, and community.
- You will enjoy some of the finest, most divine meals of your life!
- All meals will be eaten outdoors together or in the kitchen kiva.
 Above: Yoga deck facing the mountains |  Above: Relax in your dwelling beneath the oaks! |
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How much do I need to invest for
this retreat?
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Spaces for this retreat are limited and will fill
quickly! To reserve your spot, please make a
deposit below or choose one the full payment
option below:
Deposit of $300
($100 of this deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE)
This is your place-holder for the retreat. After you make your deposit, you will be guaranteed a spot at the "Live your Dreams, Love Yourself Retreat" and will be invoiced for the remainder of the retreat fees. The balance ($1349) will be due August 3, 2011. Sign me up! Here is my $300 deposit! I understand that $100 of my deposit is NON-refundable and the balance of payments are due by August 5, 2011.
Retreat price is only
Price (fully inclusive) includes lodging, food, workshops, etc. Does not include transportation to the retreat site or to buses or airports.
YES! I want to attend!
NOTE: ALL payments must be received in full by August 5, 2011!
$1649.00
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Are there GROUP RATES available?
YES! If you have a group of 3 or more people, each person will
get a discount of $250 off the regular $1649.00 price. A group of
3 or more may purchase the retreat for $1399.00 each per
person. If you have a group and are interested in this, please
contact me for more info.
* Please see my refund policy for the retreat here.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
For a list of frequently asked questions and more
info, please visit me here.
TESTIMONIALS
"I recently attended the first of the series of workshops facilitated by
Julie Hoffenberg entitled "Dissolve Your Fears - Rejoicing in the Unbiased
Nature of Fear." If you are unsure about whether to attend one of Julie's
workshops, I encourage you to attend. I had never been to a workshop on
confronting fears, nor had I attended a workshop using the "council" format.
Julie made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked into the room. A
sense of peace pervaded the room as I looked at the relaxing and inviting
environment set up for us to do our "work." Julie's calm demeanor and sense
of humor helped create an open and unintimidating atmosphere in the room. I
am not one who feels comfortable sharing vocally in group settings, so that
was a challenge for me. Nothing was forced on me, however, and I was free
to "pass" or talk, as I felt comfortable. Come with an open mind, come with
an open heart, come with a desire to learn whatever you are meant to learn
that particular day - but by all means, come. You will not be
disappointed."
Catherine Calley Tabor
Randee Vasilakos is an Agape Licensed Spiritual Practioner and creator of "Coming Back to the Self: The Om Namah Shivaya Meditation." CD and more! She may be reached at http://heavenonearth.homestead.com/.
For more testimonials, please visit me here.
