San Diego, United States·14 - 17 November 2024

Heart Awakening Retreat

Ready to reconnect with your inner self, release false identities, and awaken your worthy heart?

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Overview

In the midst of life's daily hustle, we often lose sight of who we truly are. Here’s an opportunity to step away from the chaos of the every day, gain fresh perspective, and reconnect with your essence. Through expertly curated workshops, peaceful guided yoga and meditation sessions, and intimate group discussions, you’ll delve deep into your inner world and unlock the invigorating power within you. Our activities are designed to equip you with tools to thrive with confidence in all aspects of life. With the beautiful motivations of curiosity and courage, you can listen, take charge, and forge real, inspired change. You’ll also find yourself creating natural, unbreakable bonds within a nurturing, supportive, joyous community of like-minded women – true “sister friends.” Gift yourself this life-changing experience as you discover the empowered, authentic, and remarkable woman within you! You'll return to your everyday life with a renewed sense of clarity and purpose and the kind of sister friends who will keep you gently accountable to the new You. Grab a friend, or come alone and meet new incredible women. Spaces are limited, so don't miss this chance to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth.

Highlights

Unplug from your everyday life

Unplug from your everyday life

Leave the to-do lists at home, turn on your “out of office”, and trust all’s well as you give yourself permission to be fully present and embrace the connections and growth that nurture and transform.

Discover new sisters who support YOUR journey

Discover new sisters who support YOUR journey

You'll find deep, natural connection with other women who are open to adventure, trust, and honest growth.

Awaken your HEART

Awaken your HEART

Reconnect to your divine essence and leave feeling integrated and aligned with your highest sense of self.

Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary to give you an idea of what the trip will be like, and some of the key experiences along the way, but we’ll go with the flow - literally - and allow each day to unfold.

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The day before your trip

Before the Retreat

We nurture authentic connection and growth through inspired sisterhood. We invite you to listen to two talks focused on Worthiness as the framework for our workshops and discussions.

We'll also gather our retreat group for a zoom call a few weeks beforehand so we can get to know each other and share current questions that we're asking ourselves heading into the retreat.

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DAY 1

During the Retreat

Thursday: Arrive by 3pm, settle in, experience a beach walk at sunset, then enjoy a delicious dinner with a great conversation that helps us discover natural connections. We promise spontaneous ways to get to know each other….


Friday: We’ll spend the day continuing to get to know each other, and in thoughtful reflection. Leisurely morning coffee chat and gentle yoga, a walk through the beautiful gardens of a nearby self-realization center with a beach picnic, then….


Saturday: It’s our day to enjoy the outdoors, tune into nature as we explore nearby hiking areas, and enjoy famous street tacos…


Sunday: We’ll pull out all the stops with a delicious Sunday brunch, celebrate new connections, and look at how we’ll take home our breakthroughs and lessons for ongoing transformation and freedom.


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DAY 2

Continued Community

Your Honest Heart journey continues even after you arrive home. We'll host a follow up call for our new community to share inspiring take-aways and continue with additional opportunities to stay connected with new friends, and with us. And, perhaps we'll see you on another journey!  It's pretty normal that new sisters to stay in touch and get together on their own; you'll make real connections!

The Experience

What's unplugging?

What's unplugging?

It means getting away from the daily routines, relationships and thought processes that put you in auto pilot, or even limit, you. It means leaving the to-do lists at home, turning on your “out of office”, and trusting all’s well as you give yourself permission to be fully present and embrace the connections and growth that nurture and transform.

How do we guide transformation?

How do we guide transformation?

We'll select a podcast or article that will give us all a shared theme to dive into and explore together. You just might find it seed spontaneous conversation too! Guided yoga sessions, solo walks on the beach, and guided journal reflections round out the experience. We promise light-hearted, spontaneous fun and enjoyable, thoughtful reflection. We're not here to tell you what or how to think or grow, but rather, we host your own discovery and unfoldment.

What kind of activities will we do?

What kind of activities will we do?

It’s mild and invigorating. We’ll spend an afternoon e-biking along the coast, have opportunities for different levels of hiking, enjoy time walking the beach, and offer several sessions of gentle yoga with the opportunity for more advanced poses.

What are accommodations like?

What are accommodations like?

This is like a cozy girls’ getaway weekend. We intentionally offer an informal, homelike setting for our retreats where we want you to feel comfortable. You’ll have opportunities to make meaningful connections at your fingertips as you share common areas for coffee chats, informal meals, facilitated discussions and private yoga sessions. Because you’re in close proximity, we encourage you to find a sister friend to come along with you and share a room!

What's the food like?

What's the food like?

Savor delicious and wholesome meals crafted with love and care. We have prepared a menu that nourishes your body and delights your taste buds. Experience the joy of mindful eating in a supportive and uplifting environment. We’ll survey you prior so you can let us know your food preferences.

What's the weather like in San Diego in November?

What's the weather like in San Diego in November?

This is a perfect time to come after summer crowds have gone home. Skies are usually clear, and there’s a lovely gentle breeze off the coast. The temps top out in the low 70’s, and the ocean mid 60’s.

What's Included

What's Included

Lodging in Encinitas for three nights

All meals while on the retreat, from Thursday dinner - Sunday brunch

Airfare and ground transportation to and from Encinitas, CA

Trip insurance

Travel day meals

Hosts

Read more about your hosts in About Us.

Jennifer Dale

Jennifer Dale

Jennifer, HHJ Founder, holds at her heart center the friendships she's forged with women throughout her nomadic life and career. Through her work with teen girls, she's seen such a need to defy cultural stereotypes and limitations about how women are with one another and to lift up a strong, supportive model of sisterhood - one that's beautifully reciprocal and multi-generational. Jennifer is a gatherer and host who loves to develop programs, engage with new cultures, and write about women's changing lives. From wife, mother, and career leader, to empty nester and wisdom nomad, she continues to be curious, change, and grow. Jennifer and her husband Bill have three grown children and recently embraced the wondrous adventure of grandparenthood. They now split their time between Florida and Colorado.

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Devon Baggs

Devon Baggs

Devon is basically a California native who loves to share this beautiful land with others. Nature is a conduit for her to “come home” to herself and her true nature and experience the power of presence, which is why she is so passionate about providing the space for others to heal in nature surrounded by a supportive community of wholehearted women through retreats with Honest Heart Journeys. Devon is 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Trained, has received a Life Coaching Certificate through the Psychospiritual Institute, and is currently pursuing her masters degree in Mental Health Counseling. 

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Tickets

Overnight Guest - Shared Room

You will share a room with one other person and have your own bed

FROM$990.00/pp

Overnight Guest - Single Room

You will have your own room and bed- either king or queen.

FROM$1,190.00/pp

Day Guest

You have the flexibility to sleep at home but join all retreat activities

FROM$850.00/pp

FAQs

Reserve your spot through our website. We require a 50% deposit with full payment due 90 days prior to the departure date. We welcome payments via credit card, check, or Zelle (jen@honestheartjourneys.com). We're happy to work with you to establish a payment plan as well.

If you have ANY questions, we'd love to talk with you! Reach out any time at info@honestheartjourneys.com.


*ROOMS WILL BE DETERMINED ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS*

If a cancellation is made prior to 180 days before the retreat date, the entire deposit will be refunded less a $300 per person service charge. If a cancellation is made from 180 to 90 days prior to the retreat date, 50% of the deposit will be refunded. If a cancellation is made within 90 days of the retreat date, the entire fee is forfeited. All cancellations must be received in writing to info@honestheartjourneys.com. 

It is highly unlikely that we will cancel a retreat, but we do reserve the right to cancel due to weather, natural disasters, emergencies or a lack of sufficient reservations. If we cancel a retreat, a full refund of the trip deposit and any final payment will be given.

Pack cozy – something for lounging, something for yoga, and an outfit for a day of exploring along coast. It’s always good to have layers just in case and keep it informal. No need for anything fancy, or to impress.

The planning guide that we provide all registered guests who are paid in full includes a brief itinerary, packing list, supportive travel information, release forms for you to review/sign/return to us, link to the retreat podcast or article, and a link to a guest survey that collects your important information. 

Fly into:

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) - 30 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 60 min drive
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - 1.5-2 hour drive (depending on traffic)

Drive:

If you drive in, vehicles can be parked at the venue free of charge for the duration of the trip.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us at info@honestheartjourneys.com.

HHJ highly recommends hat you obtain travel insurance in case of cancellation, unexpected circumstances, or the need for evacuation. We want you to make a decision that meets your needs. Though we do not recommend specific companies, travel industry colleagues have recommended the following companies: AIG Travel, Alliance, Seven Corners, Travelguard, and WorldNomads. Booking protection is offered through the registration process on our website. You might also see what your credit card offers, and many airlines now offer travel insurance.

Reviews

I cherished the time in nature’s beauty to focus on the stillness within my soul and the joy of adventure with other women while making real connections, recognizing growth, giving love, and celebrating true goodness.

M. B. - Missouri

To me, the heart of the experience was that I could authentically be myself while opening up with other women. HHJ takes experiences to the next level with the invitation to become more self-aware. I cherished the time to reflect through evening guided introspection and journaling, which immediately opened up natural, deep, often healing discussions with others throughout the trip.

J. D. - Florida

You'll Be Staying Here

Historic Spanish Home in Encinitas

Historic Spanish Home in Encinitas

Walking distance from the beach and meditation gardens as well as plenty of quiet space for intimate gatherings, this beautiful Historic Spanish home is truly one of a kind. 

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Heart Awakening Retreat

United States· 14 - 17 November 2024· 3 nights

FROM$850/pp