4 days
75 person retreat
Highlights
Learn how to honor the coexistence of grief and joy without minimizing either.
Restorative writing
Guided mindfulness practices
Meaningful dialogue
Details
Join Alex Elle in a restorative writing workshop exploring how grief and joy coexist in life's transitions—offering tools for clarity, self-awareness, and renewal. Grief and joy often coexist, especially in seasons of transition. Learn how to honor the coexistence of grief and joy without minimizing either. As we evolve beyond relationships, jobs, loss, family dynamics, or even past versions of ourselves, we are met with both endings and beginnings—sorrow for what no longer is and gratitude for what is yet to come. Letting go of what no longer aligns can feel like loss, even as it opens the door to growth. This workshop offers a reflective space to explore the dual presence of grief and joy through restorative writing, guided mindfulness practices, and meaningful dialogue. Together, we consider how the company we keep shapes our healing and how self-awareness can help us approach change with clarity, compassion, and care. Return home with a greater understanding of how to create space for both sorrow and sweetness in your daily life. Take with you original writings, ongoing prompts, and tools to navigate endings and beginnings with intention, resilience, and grace.
Venue
Omega Institute for Holistic Studies
4.3 ★ 178 Reviews
Omega Institute for Holistic Studies is a non-profit educational retreat center located in Rhinebeck, New York.
Yoga Studio
Garden
Towels
Coffee / Tea
Free Parking
Shower
Bathroom
Accommodation
Retreat Access without Accommodation
1 Spot Left
Participants to organize their own lodging or commuting.
$510 USD total
1 / 1
Meals
Not included - self catered
Each participant must book accommodations separately. This includes your room, all meals, and use of facilities and amenities
Host
Alex Elle
Washington D.C., DC, USA
Alex Elle is an author, certified breathwork coach, and Writing to Heal facilitator who is passionate about building community & self-care practices through literature, language, and meditation.
1 language
English
Teaching for 6 years
Joined Insight Timer in Jan 2020
What's Included
Workshop
Not Included
Accommodation - Each participant must book accommodations separately.
Meals - Your choice of housing includes your room, all meals and use of facilities and amenities
Flights and Transportation
FAQs
Guest requirements
Recommended Reading: Joy Planner by Karst x Alex Elle
How We Heal: Uncover Your Power and Set Yourself Free by Alexandra Elle
When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times by Pema Chödrön
Less Is Liberation: Finding Freedom from a Life of Overwhelm by Christine Platt
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 7 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 7 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 7 days before the retreat begins.
