wander_fall_2016

TRAVEL WELL
IMAGE:(CLOCKWISE FROM TOP) ©NADEZHDA1906, © OLVIC, © JULIEF514 / ADOBESTOCK.COM
were new to me, I found them incredibly comforting
and primal, almost like an instinctual déjà vu.
Over the weekend, we embarked on a shamanic
healing journey to powerful drumming sounds to
retrieve our power animals, an experience that I was
surprised to find quite emotional. We also created our
personal medicine wheels, the basis of healing for our
deepest selves.
Yoga sessions and the opportunity to connect on a
heart level with other retreat goers were layered with
delicious, nourishing meals. And blessedly, there was
coffee, perfect for warming up before a brisk morning
meditative walk. The surrounding forest, with its
purposeful stone circles, could not have been more
perfect for connecting with a deep sense of peace and
that “all-is-good-in-the world” feeling.
Though I had hoped to at least meet some likeminded
people, I found a group of wonderful, funny,
creative and wise women, and a new appreciation
for connecting the “old-fashioned” way. I also came
to the realization through the work that becoming
my best self is a lifelong project, not something I
can complete and check off my list (as someone who
really enjoys checklists, this was huge).
I went on retreat looking for time away from my
work and family responsibilities to reflect spiritually
and connect inwards; I left for home feeling calm,
refreshed and deeply grateful for my life. For anyone
considering a retreat for the first time, I’d say throw
your concerns to the wind and go for it.
If you’re in the Ontario area, we recommend connecting with Roberta Robbins, a passionate life coach,
spiritual mentor, shamanic healing practitioner, registered massage therapist, and creator and facilitator of
the Wise Sacred Woman Sisterhood Circle. Roberta offers personal soul sessions, workshops, retreats and
classes to help you reclaim your voice, your passion, and to speak and live your authentic truth.
37 WANDER-MAG.COM