Beyond Counting Sheep (online)
Getting a good night's sleep is important for our mental and physical health. Yet, quality rest often eludes many of us. Join us for this virtual workshop where we will share helpful sleep strategies beyond just counting sheep. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register.
Free your Mind (online)
Join Van Wezel Foundation Teaching Artist and Theater and Mediation Specialist, Maria Schaedler-Luera in a series of experiential and self-reflective exercises inspired by techniques of Rainbow of Desire (Augusto Boal). Participants will be supported in learning to identify and transform the internal voices that block them from achieving their goals. This personal growth and self-empowerment […]
Mindful Mornings at Resilient Retreat for School Staff Members (in-person)
Join us for a relaxing stretch and breathe session and learn ways to counter compassion fatigue and build resilient. Pre-registration is required. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.
Reflective No Rules Art Journaling(in-person)
Join Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation Teaching Artist Kat for a 90-minute workshop that provides an opportunity to explore and express yourself through a variety of art mediums. Art journaling holds a focus of process, rather than end product, and may help reduces stress, boost mood, help memory, and bring joy. Call (941) 343-0039 or e […]
Educator Strong Peer Support Program (1 of 4) (online)
Calling all school staff - this series of virtual peer support groups is for you! Connect with other school staff members to give and receive support. PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.
Essential Oil Yoga (in-person)
Using essential oils on pressure points and meridians in conjunction with yoga to facilitate the release, balance and connection of our emotion’s energetic patterns and unique frequencies. Encouraging the release of muscle tension through movement and static stretches. Call (941-343-0039) or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register. Registration CLOSES THE TUESDAY PRIOR AT 12:00 NOON to prepare oils.
Survivor Strong Peer Support Group (online)
This is a peer support group. We will be discussing and sharing resiliency strategies and how our lived experience has given us the opportunity for growth. Call (941) 343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) the office to register.
Zentangle® (Online)
Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. We call these patterns, tangles. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves and orbs. These patterns are drawn on small pieces of paper called “tiles,” which can be assembled them into mosaics. Zentangle art is unplanned […]
Creative Pause (in-person)
This week Kat will have TWO options - hand stitching and paper quilling! Both are tools that assist with regulation, focus and reducing anxiety. Paper quilling: An art form involving the manipulation of paper strips into decorative designs. Hand stitching: The repetitive and rhythmic nature of stitching. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail (info@resilientretreat.org) to register. This […]
Humming for Happiness for Beginners (in-person)
Humming is an internal sound bath and the vibrations you create can be intentionally directed to the parts of your body, offering pain relief and healing. In addition, humming is a way to bring your mind into a deeply calming and meditative state. Call 941-343-0039 or e mail info@resilientretreat.org to register.