And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.
― Anais Nin
Dear Sojourner,
It’s been a whirlwind since I retired – okay – walked from the university. This summer I’ve traveled to Chicago, Columbus, and my beloved Santa Fe, reconnecting with dear friends! As for what’s next, I’m staying open and curious and I can’t wait to share what plot twists have popped up with invitations extended, doors opened, and closed (always a good thing). I’m happy to report magic is happening, and certainly, opportunity is riding shotgun, with joy and laughter in the backseat encouraging me to dream even bigger.
Whatever you think you can do or believe you can do, begin it. Action has magic, grace, and power in it.
― Julia Cameron
Virtual Programs 2023 ~ Registration is Open!
Write. Walk. Art. ~ The Artist’s Way Mini-Retreat, Oct 20-22, 2023, (Friday – Sunday)
A thought-provoking weekend designed for women to stir their inner-creative and spark possibilities for the year to come. Join our intimate circle to share transformative exercises based on Julia Cameron’s teachings and chapters within the classic, The Artist’s Way book. Our grand finale will be creating our own, unique art collage representing the weekend’s self-discoveries. Art supplies included, no special writing or art experience is necessary! Spots are limited to 8 women. Registration is open. Contact Beth for Details.
Vision Quest, Nov-Dec 2023, 6 Weeks, (Mondays, 6-8 PM)
First time ever! Discounted 50%, join Beth’s inaugural, Group Vision Quest. Receive additional accountability, inspiration, and support by stepping into a circle of like-minded, phenomenal women. We will journey through Beth’s proven six-week program, 3 Mondays in November, and 3 Mondays in December – working around holidays, yet just in time for the New Year. Private coaching is included. If you’ve ever wanted to do a Vision Quest with Beth, don’t delay! Spots are limited to 8 women. Registration is open. Contact Beth for Details.
Virtual Programs 2024 ~ Coming Soon!
A Safe Place to Stand Mastermind, Jan – Apr 2024, 12 Weeks (Saturdays, 10-Noon)
A remarkable book club for women navigating life transitions and new chapters, seeking a Safe Place to Stand, based on the memoire by Karen Ely, founder of the Sedona Women’s Institute. Beth and Karen will guide your self-discoveries and Ahas as we journey through Karen’s chapters each week. Join a compassionate and supportive group of women, to bravely step into YOUR next chapter. Details coming soon, with an option for personal coaching! Contact Beth to get on the VIP list. Registration will open 10/1/23. This has limited capacity and will sell out quickly.
Living the Artist Way Mastermind, March – Apr 2024, 6 Weeks(Wednesdays, 6-8 PM)
Join us to explore Julia Cameron’s newest release (Jan 2024) in which she shares her 4th tool, Living the Artist Way: An intuitive path to greater creativity. This is guaranteed to spark a rebirth and new beginning that only Spring promises. Our grand finale will be creating our own, unique art collage representing our self-discoveries. Art supplies are included, no special writing or art experience is necessary! Contact Beth to get on the VIP list. Registration will open 1/1/24. Spots are limited to 8 women.
Women’s Retreats 2024
Sedona, Arizona | May 17 – 20, 2024 ~ 3 nights | Briar Patch Inn
A soul-replenishing adventure magically curated for women navigating life transitions and new chapters, seeking a Safe Place to Stand, featuring Karen Ely, the founder of the Sedona Women’s Institute. Beth and Karen are headed back to the Briar Patch Inn in 2024. We will be nestled in Oak Creek Canyon, just a few moments north of Sedona, located at the base of the surrounding red rock mountains, the spring fed waters of Oak Creek creates a healing, magical oasis – a quiet blending of beauty, serenity, majestic canyon oaks, dappled sunlight, inspirational conversation, communing in nature, and a caring staff. Discount included for any 2024 group participants. Details coming soon! Contact Beth to get on the future waitlist. Reservations opening 11/1/23. Spots are limited to 12 women.
Santa Fe, New Mexico | Sept 2024, TBD ~ 4 nights | A Writers Gathering
Every Fall, a gathering of magnificent creatives, writers, and teachers travel to Santa Fe to name their fears, overcome their blocks, heal the connection to their creative self, and move beyond their limitations like never before. While the 2024 dates and the workshop leaders have yet to be introduced, check out the link above to see what’s in store for 2023. If inspired, mark your calendar to join our group for a weekend of self-discovery and deep connection and change the way you write forever. In the heart of Santa Fe, we will attend workshops, dine together, and share a safe space to dream about what’s next. No special writing skills are required, just a creative heart! Contact Beth to get on the future waitlist. More details to follow as the event unfolds in 2024.
Retreat Co-Facilitator Highlight
Meet Karen Ely
Karen is a nationally recognized women’s retreat facilitator, inspirational speaker, and author who has facilitated hundreds of personal growth programs for thousands of women in 10 states, 8 countries, and four continents. She is the founding director of the Sedona Women’s Institute, established in 2003. Consider joining us for one or both of our upcoming programs together in 2024: A Safe Place to Stand Mastermind, followed with an in-person Retreat in Sedona, Arizona at the incredible, Briar Patch Inn!
