Retreats & Labs

 
 
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“The inspiration you seek is already within you. Be silent and listen.” - Rumi

A world that is increasingly noisy, interconnected and complex calls for new ways of being and working. With the omnipresence of smartphones, the constant media cycle of bad news, and noise within and without, we are more distracted and inundated with the thoughts and expectations of others than ever. Without intentionally creating space for tuning within, we can miss out on our inner resourcefulness.

Thriving in a Noisy World retreats (3-4 days) and labs (1-2 days) explore the power of mindfulness and solitude in supportive community and simple practices for cultivating inner clarity, deep connection, and creativity in our lives. From a national historic landmark in Vermont, to a farm estate in Virginia and a beautiful home in LA, we have hosted retreats in inspiring settings across the US.

During retreats and labs, our time together is typically filled with self-reflection, deep listening, generous questions, individual and small group activities, solitude, and silence. We explore practices and tools and design concrete ways to integrate intentional solitude and mindfulness into our life and work.

Retreats and labs focus on the following:

  • Unplugging & Self-Awareness: Exploring the connection between solitude and mindfulness and being effective and resilient in the digital age; 

  • Community: Connecting with other purpose-driven individuals who seek to live with intention and tap into the power of their quiet strengths and competencies;

  • Practices and Tools: Explore simple tools and practices to embed solitude and mindfulness into our work and life;

  • Taking Action: Identifying and committing to 1-3 actions for integrating mindfulness into our work and life.

We return to our workplaces and communities with new ideas, practices, and relationships to extend in the spirit of thriving and leading in a noisy world. After the lab/retreat, we also have opportunities to continue to support and connect with each other and the growing Thriving in a Noisy World community.

Living with intention is an ongoing practice, and it’s hard to do it alone.

“I feel calmer, more grounded, and more JOY after doing this retreat. I accessed the strong, wise, and centered part of myself that serves me in my life more than the stress & anxiety voices. I also made some new friends and had a lot of fun. I just love Sarah-Marie’s facilitation style. She is patient and supportive, and she leaves a lot of space for answers… I'm just very impressed overall -- and I facilitate a lot of groups, so I know quality when I see it. Highly recommended -- especially for perfectionists and other high-achievers who are growth-minded.” - Mel C.

“There is no better way to spend a weekend than participating in the TINW Lab. Sarah-Marie creates a beautiful virtual space enabling mindfulness to come to life in a way that is easily grasped in theory, but rarely in practice. If you're someone like me who likes the idea of meditating, but can't sit still, or who likes the idea of finding moments of peace, but constantly has to be busy -- TINW Lab is a must. By way of Sarah-Marie's gentle guidance and a supportive community of peers, I now feel more prepared to move through the rocky "waves" of this time.” - Alex

Past (Virtual) Lab

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Past Retreats & Labs

  • Thriving in a Noisy & Uncertain World Lab. Virtual. April 18 & 19, 2020.

  • Thriving in a Noisy World Lab 3, Los Angeles, CA. August 8 & 9, 2019.

  • Start Close In: One-Day Women’s Retreat, Middleburg, VA. June 8, 2019. Co-hosted with Evolve Impact.

  • Thriving in a Noisy World Lab 2, Los Angeles, CA. April 6 & 7, 2019.

  • Thriving in a Noisy World Women’s Retreat, Cape Coral, FL. March 31, 2019.

  • Thriving in a Noisy World Lab 1, Los Angeles, CA. December 7 & 8, 2018.

  • Thriving in a Noisy World Fall Retreat at Naulakha (Rudyard Kipling’s House), Dummerston, VT. September 21-23, 2018. Co-hosted with The Optimist Center.

  • Thriving in a Noisy World Summer Retreat. Middletown, MD. July 6-8, 2018. 

  • Thriving in a Noisy World Spring Retreat. Middletown, MD. March 9-11, 2018.

  • Thriving in a Noisy World Fall Retreat." Berkeley Springs, WV. September 15-17, 2017.

Photos of Past Retreats & Labs