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Thresholds…Walking towards the Mountain Retreat
Embark on a Transformative Journey
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Highland Lake Cove - Flat Rock, NC
215 Rhett Dr. Flat Rock, NC 28731
Join Lea Motlow, Katie Sutton, and Josh Vogt for a Soul Quest Experience
AN IMMERSIVE SPIRITUAL AND WELLNESS RETREAT
Welcome to an immersive retreat experience designed to guide you towards the next stage of your life. Our "Thresholds... Walking towards the Mountain Retreat" offers a unique blend of ceremonial rites, spiritual teachings, and wellness practices that have been a part of native cultures for thousands of years. Held in the serene Highland Lake Cove of Flat Rock, North Carolina, this four-day event provides a supportive environment for introspection, healing, and transformation.
EMBRACE ANCIENT WISDOM AT OUR UNIQUE VISION QUEST-BASED RETREAT
Experience a profound transformation unlike anything you've ever encountered before. Welcome to a retreat like no other, where we embrace the ancient wisdom of the vision quest model. For countless millennia, tribes across the globe have undertaken this ceremonial rite of passage, a powerful journey that propels individuals into their next stage of life.
Imagine intentionally shedding the weight of what no longer serves you, paving the way for a magnificent rebirth. Even if uncertainty clouds your vision of the future, fear not, for this sacred ceremony will guide you towards the resounding call of your soul.
Picture the mountain as your soul—a majestic force, waiting patiently to be explored and embraced. With the vision quest process as your guide, you will embark on a transformative walk, traversing the terrain of self-discovery and spiritual growth.
During this four-day, three-night retreat, you will be held by our 3 facilitators:
Lea Motlow
Lea Motlow, a respected Vision Quest Guide, brings her years of experience walking the Medicine Path and her profound connection to the Apu mountains of Peru to guide you through this journey. Lea's expertise in leading healing circles and rites of passage programs is a testament to her authority in this space.
Katie Sutton,
Founder of Zen Within Academy, serves as your Vibrational Healer and intuitive guide. With her extensive knowledge in energy medicine, gained from formal study at the Boulder Psychic Institute, and her innovative 12th Dimensional Healing™ techniques, Katie offers a holistic approach to wellness and personal growth.
Josh Vogt
Josh Vogt, a Shamanic Practitioner and musician, integrates his knowledge of Andean Q’eros shamanic healing practices with his passion for music. As a co-founder of Zen Within Academy, he brings the transformative power of sound healing to the retreat.
Together, they will weave a tapestry of support and empowerment, helping you shed the layers that no longer serve you and guiding you towards the radiant path that beckons. What burdens and limitations do you wish to release? What incredible future calls out to you?
Join us on this extraordinary retreat, where the transformative power of the vision quest will propel you forward into a life of purpose, passion, and endless possibilities. Embrace the call of your soul and let it guide you to the heights of self-realization and joy. Your destiny awaits.
Retreat Program Overview
During this retreat, you will engage in a series of transformative ceremonies and activities based on the five pillars of a vision quest. These include:
The Calling: Prior to arrival, our team will provide guidance and support to help you explore your inner self and your motivations for this journey.
The Severance: Through various teachings and healing ceremonies, we will assist you in letting go of old narratives that no longer serve your growth.
The Threshold: Experience a day of connection with nature through a threshold ceremony, a time for silent contemplation and communication with Mother Earth during your 6 hour vision quest.
The Reincorporation: Celebrate your journey and learn energy medicine and other healing tools to carry forward into your new life.
The Giveaway: Mark the completion of your journey with a symbolic ceremony of giving, signifying your readiness for a new beginning.
Join us for this soul-stirring experience and take a step towards your soul's calling. Our retreat is not just a wellness event; it's a rite of passage towards a new, empowered life.
Past Thresholds Retreat
Retreat Setting
The retreat will take place at Highland Lake Cove Retreat center in Flat Rock, NC. We intentionally chose this center for its serene landscape and their sustainable, onsite-harvested menu. The 58 acres also includes a small working farm with sheep, ducks, goats and many more animals – plus gardens, walking trails, and a 30-acre lake for swimming and canoeing.
Take the First Step on Your Journey to Transformation Today!
Ready to embark on the journey of a lifetime? There's no better time than now to answer your soul's call. Let our team of expert space holders guide you on this transformative adventure and help you uncover your true self. Don't let this opportunity pass you by.
Book your place in our "Thresholds...Walking towards the Mountain Retreat" today and take the first step towards a new, empowered life.
Retreat Meals“What You Seek Is Seeking You.”
All meals will be provided with fresh, healthy local food options available and food sensitivities accommodated. Participants will access to a full kitchen as needed.
Retreat Registration
The retreat will begin with arrivals between 3 and 4pm on Thursday October 26th and end on Sunday October 29th at 2 pm ET
Lodging Options are as follows:
Semi-Private Room (Queen or Twin Bed in a 2 person room) - $880
Private Room (Twin or Queen Bed in a Private Room - single) - $1080
Private Upgraded Cottage (Single Room - upgraded bedroom with a private bathroom in a shared cottage. Kitchen, Laundry Room, living room and private patio) - $1380
Couples Room (A Room for two with a Queen or King Bed) - $1380
A 25% Deposit Secures Your Spot, final balance will be due 21 days prior to the retreat
Semi-Private Room
$880
⦿ A queen or twin bed in a 2 person room
⦿ 8 meals
⦿ 4 days of retreat programming
Private Room
$1080
⦿ Twin or Queen Bed in a private, single room
⦿ 8 meals
⦿ 4 days of Retreat Programming
Private Cottage Single Room
$1380
⦿ An upgraded bedroom with a private bathroom .
⦿ 8 meals
⦿ 4 days of Retreat Programming
Couples Room
$1380
⦿ Room for two with a Queen or King Bed
⦿ 8 meals
⦿ 4 days of Retreat Programming
Sign Up Now—spaces are limited and filling up fast. Your soul's journey awaits!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Vision Quest?
A vision quest is a profound ceremonial practice that has been revered by native cultures for thousands of years. It is a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. During a vision quest, an individual intentionally sets aside time and space to retreat into nature, seeking guidance, clarity, and connection with their higher self, the divine, and the natural world. The quest often involves spending an extended period of time alone in a remote and sacred wilderness setting, away from the distractions and noise of everyday life. Through fasting, solitude, meditation, and prayer, the participant opens themselves up to the wisdom and messages that the universe and their own inner wisdom have to offer. The vision quest is seen as a rite of passage, marking a significant transition in one's life, such as adulthood, a new phase of personal growth, or a deep desire for spiritual transformation. It is a time of deep introspection, where the individual confronts their fears, limitations, and attachments, allowing them to release what no longer serves them and embrace their true purpose and calling.
Who can attend this retreat?
This retreat is open to anyone who is seeking personal transformation and spiritual growth. It's particularly beneficial for those who are looking to let go of what no longer serves them and step into a new stage of their life.
What will the retreat involve?
The retreat involves a mix of teachings, practices, and ceremonies, including a death lodge ceremony, a threshold ceremony, a fasting ceremony, and a giveaway ceremony. Throughout the retreat, participants will have the opportunity to engage in silent connection, prayer, and contemplation, and to receive teachings, energy medicine, sound healing, and channeled messages from spirit.
What should I bring with me to the retreat?
You should bring a sacred item to offer to someone else in attendance during the "Giveaway" ceremony. This item should be something that holds personal significance for you. More details on what to bring will be provided upon registration.
How can I sign up for the retreat?
You can register for the retreat through our website. Once you register, our team will start holding the space for you and will provide guidance leading up to the retreat to facilitate your preparation process.
Can I contact someone if I have more questions?
Absolutely! We're here to help. If you have any further questions, you can reach us through the contact form on our website, or by emailing us directly at calli@zenwithinacademy.com We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.
How long will we be fasting for?
This will be an introduction to the vision quest process, we will fast for at most 6 hours on the Thresholds day of the retreat.
What if I have never done a vision quest?
That’s great! This is an introduction to vision questing, no experience necessary. And if you are an experienced vision quester, the additional teachings and modalities being brought forward for this retreat will expand how you look at the process of vision questing. This is truly a Soul Quest!
Do you have single rooms available?
Yes, we have a private room options for singles with either twin or queen bed options.
Is there a daily commuter option ?
We ask that all participants stay on property for the full experience of this retreat. This is to preserve the sacred container that Lea, Katie and Josh will be creating for the event.
What is the Retreat Cancellation Policy?
25% non-refundable deposit guarantees your spot (unless Golden Threads cancels the retreat). Full Payment is due 21 Days prior to start of Retreat. You may cancel 60 Days prior to Retreat for Refund (minus the 25% deposit). Please note that there will be no refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, flight cancellations, travel delays or illness. There will be NO refunds for cancellations made less than 60 days prior to the retreat.