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Balance & Calibrate: A 5-Day Retreat to Reset Your Energy and Realign Your Path
Balance & Calibrate: A 5-Day Retreat to Reset Your Energy and Realign Your Path
May 13 - 17, 2026
Candler, NC, United States
4 nights, 5 days
10 person retreat
Highlights
A mountain retreat designed to reset your energy, reconnect with self, and gain clarity on how you want to move through the rest of the year.
Details
If you’ve been moving fast, holding a lot, or feeling like something is “off” but hard to name… this retreat is a space to pause and listen. Balance & Calibrate is a four-day immersive experience designed to help you step out of your day-to-day momentum and reconnect with what your mind and body are actually signaling. This is not about doing more. It is about learning how to listen differently. Set in the mountains outside of Asheville, this retreat blends structured reflection, somatic awareness, and practical integration so you leave not just feeling better, but knowing what to do next. You’ll experience a unique combination of: - Behavioral science and neuroscience-backed tools - Energy awareness and grounding practices - Real-time application to your life, work, and decisions This experience is co-led to bring both perspectives together: - One grounded in research, behavior, and sustainable change (Dr. Heather Kidwell) - One rooted in energy, intuition, and alignment (Candice Van Dertholen)
Venue
The Carolina Confidential
★ Reviews
The Carolina Confidential is where your Asheville daydreams come to life: think laughter echoing through colorful rooms, clinking glasses in a secret speakeasy, and starlit nights around the fire as the mountains fade into the dark. This is a home made for memory-making weekends, milestone celebrations, and family gatherings that people talk about for years. Step through the front door and into a swirl of color, texture, and art that feels like stepping into Asheville’s creative soul. Sunlight pours through large windows onto patterned rugs, lush plants, and cozy seating where your group immediately drops their bags and sinks in, already planning the first round of games or cocktails. In the evenings, gather in the main living area for movie nights, late-night conversations, and that one story everyone has heard a hundred times but still laughs at.
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Garden
Towels
Coffee / Tea
Kitchen
Free Parking
Heating
Shower
TV
Accommodation
Private King Bed Room
5 Rooms Left
Private room for 2
$1,875 USD / person
Private King Bed Room
5 Rooms Left
Private room for 1
$2,500 USD total
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This large private mountain home near Asheville is designed for group experiences, offering a blend of comfort, privacy, and shared gathering space. The property accommodates a larger group (up to ~20 guests), making it ideal for retreats, workshops, and intentional group experiences. Key Features Multiple bedrooms and bathrooms to support both privacy and shared living Expansive common areas for group sessions, conversations, and connection Fully equipped kitchen and dining areas for shared meals Outdoor spaces with mountain surroundings for reflection and downtime Wellness-style amenities commonly found in these homes, such as: - Hot tub - Fire pit - Deck or patio with views Properties in this category are specifically designed to support both structured group activities and unstructured integration time, which aligns well with retreat-style experiences.
Meals
Meals provided
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Diets catered
Vegetarian · Vegan · Gluten-free · Dairy-free
Meals throughout the retreat are intentionally designed to support both your energy and overall experience. A private chef will be on-site preparing fresh, balanced meals that are both nourishing and satisfying. The focus is on whole, thoughtfully sourced ingredients that help you feel grounded, energized, and well cared for during your time here. In addition to shared meals, you’ll have access to: - Light snacks available throughout the day - Non-alcoholic beverages to stay hydrated and refreshed The goal is not restriction or rigidity. It is to create an environment where food supports your body, your clarity, and your ability to fully engage in the retreat.
Testimonials
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Host
Heather Kidwell
Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
Dr. Heather Kidwell is the founder of Humanity Driven Leadership. She helps people navigate day to day life more sustainably by deconstructing the sources of stress and burnout to uncover what thrivin...
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English
Teaching for 2 months
Joined Insight Timer in Feb 2026
What's Included
All retreat sessions, workshops, and guided experiences
Access to the full retreat environment and group activities
Chef-prepared meals throughout your stay
Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
Accommodations for the duration of the retreat
Use of on-site amenities (hot tub, sauna, outdoor spaces, gathering areas)
A thoughtfully designed experience that blends structure with space for integration
Not Included
Transportation to and from the retreat location
Airfare or travel-related expenses
Alcoholic beverages
Optional off-site activities or excursions
Personal purchases or additional services outside of the retreat experience
Travel insurance (recommended but not required)
FAQs
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 14 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 14 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 14 days before the retreat begins.
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