The Daring Way™ 4-Day Women’s Retreat
September 12th-15th, 2024
During our four days together we will explore vulnerability, trust, boundaries, and how to heal the relationship we have with ourselves in order to create the lives and relationships that we want. Utilizing Brené Brown’s groundbreaking research, we will dive deeper into how we can be better at actually feeling our emotions, increase our resilience to stress and trauma, and develop a sense of home within ourselves.
Located
In the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. The Horse Shoe Farm is an 85-acre boutique farm-stay with on site spa, restaurant, recreation activities, and beautifully restored spaces for luxury accommodations.
Facilitated by
Allison Grubbs, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, and yoga teacher
After getting trained in this work by Dr. Brown in 2013, Allison has facilitated groups, retreats, and workshops on shame, vulnerability, resilience, and healing our relationships. Allison feels honored to do this transformational work and takes great care in creating and holding space. Allison has a private practice in Raleigh and works with adolescents, adults, and families struggling with addictions, compulsive behavior, trauma, anxiety, relationship struggles, shame, and depression.
*note: Brené will only be there in spirit, this photo is from Allison’s training in TX in 2013
Schedule
(tentative)
Thursday, 9/12/24
4pm Check-in, settle in
5pm Opening Circle
7pm Dinner
Friday, 9/13/24
8am Breakfast
9am Group session
1pm Lunch
2pm Free time
6pm Dinner
8pm Evening group
Saturday, 9/14/24
8am Breakfast
9am Group session
1pm Lunch
2pm Free time
6pm Dinner
8pm Evening activity
Sunday, 9/15/24
8am Breakfast
9am Closing Circle
11am Check-out
The Silo Cookhouse
All meals from Thursday Dinner to Sunday Breakfast are INCLUDED and provided by The Silo Cookhouse, a farm-to-table restaurant on site. There will also be plenty of snacks, teas, and coffee available. Please feel free to bring along any favorite snacks or beverages as well. IMPORTANT NOTE: In order for this experience to feel comfortable for all participants, please refrain from bringing or consuming any alcohol over our time together. If you have questions about this, please ask.
The Stable Spa
Surrounded by sweeping pastures, distant mountains, and the occasional crow of a rooster,
The Stable Spa has a simple approach to bringing “life on a farm” into your spa treatment. Using the energy of the land, the richness of indigenous products, the warmth of the converted stables, and skillful licensed therapists and practitioners. A wide variety of services, classes, and treatments available.
What to Bring
This experience will be more beneficial with an open heart and open mind. We know that can feel scary, so please know that confidentiality is the most important. The group will intentionally be more intimate (no more than 14) in order for this experience to feel individualized and comfortable. You’re encouraged to bring comfortable clothes, a favorite blanket, and a journal. A full list of packing recommendations will be sent to all participants.
Includes 4 days of
—Guided experiential workshops with a fully-licensed therapist
—A full color professional Workbook ONLY available from facilitators that have been Certified in the work of Brené Brown
—All meals from Thursday dinner to Sunday breakfast provided by the Silo Cookhouse
—The Stable Spa, a full spa located on site, with plenty of time to make appointments (discounts available)
—Salt-water pool and hot tub, steam and sauna room, meditation den, and labyrinth
—Game room, freshwater pond for kayaking and paddle boarding (available for use on site), plus 85 acres of walking paths
—Deep connection with like-minded women
—Healing transformation of your relationships with yourself and others
Investment
Costs vary depending on lodging option:
Starting at $1450 (ALL-INCLUSIVE)
Private King Suite with en suite bathroom ($2650-$2300)
Shared Suite Private King Bed with en suite bathroom ($1900-$1500)
Shared Suite Private Twin Bed with en suite bathroom ($1675-$1450)
See floor plans and photos of Magnolia Manor and The Spa Lofts.
Share lodging costs by rooming with a friend!
Intimate setting
Creating a private and more individualized experience with a smaller group of 12-14 participants. This will allow everyone to feel seen and heard throughout our time together.
What previous attendees say:
“What a beautiful place and so perfect for doing the work of exploring vulnerability and shame resilience. I am feeling less vulnerable and more resilient since coming home.”
“It was really powerful but gentle, no stripping of ego strength or difficult moments of group exposure since we could all choose what and when to share. Allison did a beautiful job facilitating.”
“I loved giving and receiving support and this place is magical.”
“Feeling truly changed and know I’ve found women I’ll stay connected with.”
“Felt safe and less alone throughout this weekend. With the space to just be in this beautiful environment, worth every penny!”