Escape the relentless pace of modern life and immerse yourself in a nurturing, playful, and exploratory environment at Ray of Lights Homestead, nestled within five acres of wild, untouched bushland. This day-long retreat is designed to help you reset, reevaluate, and rediscover your inner landscape through a powerful combination of nature immersion, mindful movement, and creative expression.

Imagine beginning your day with a warm welcome and gentle movement practice that roots you firmly in the present moment. As you sip on chai tea and connect with fellow participants, you’ll be introduced to the symbolism of a tree, a living metaphor for your personal ecology. Just as a tree’s roots ground it, its trunk bears the marks of growth and adversity, and its branches stretch out toward new possibilities, this retreat guides you to explore the many layers of your life.

Throughout the day, you’ll engage in guided meditation and forest bathing, deepening your connection with nature. These practices not only foster a sense of inner calm but also enhance your ability to listen deeply to yourself and to the subtle wisdom of the natural world. As you participate in creative mapping and drawing activities, you will articulate and visually express your current ecological system, setting the stage for new beginnings in your personal, professional, and relational life. This creative process equips you with practical tools and insights that support growth, healing, and alignment.

By joining this retreat, you’ll experience tangible benefits such as:

Reset & Reevaluate: Gain clarity and perspective on your life’s directions, offering you a fresh start in work, relationships, and personal endeavors.
Deep Connection: Develop a profound sense of being grounded and connected—not only to nature but also to a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for growth.
Practical Creative Tools: Learn movement practices, meditative techniques, and creative mapping strategies that you can integrate into your daily routine, helping you attune, release, and prepare for your next steps.
Enhanced Well-being: Embrace a nurturing environment that supports your mental and emotional health, encouraging you to let go of stress and reawaken your inner strength.

Guided by experienced facilitators and Counsellor’s Rachel and Ness, you will embark on this enriching journey through structured activities—from grounding movement and meditative forest bathing to creative storytelling and symbolic mapping—all designed to help you discover the elements of your personal ecology. Whether you’re looking to take a meaningful timeout from busyness or seeking a new perspective on your life’s journey, this retreat offers a supportive and realistic group setting where you can explore your inner world and emerge renewed.

What is Included:

- Arrival Chai

- morning tea

- nutritious lunch

- afternoon tea

- all props

- art materials

- take-home creation

- parting gift

- Two experienced facilitators for 7 hours!