Seasonal Sanctuary: A Winter Retreat

Embrace the gentle potency of Winter with a nourishing day of rest and renewal. Guided by Jessica Tapper, ND, and Olivia Flood of The Awakened Alchemy, this retreat invites you to connect deeply with nature, self, and Spirit through sacred practices designed to align with the season’s rhythm. You’re invited to slow down, reconnect, and find renewal in the quiet magic of this Winter. Whether you seek rest, clarity, or inspiration, this sacred space will support your journey toward inner harmony.

We’ll begin with an exploration of seasonal wellness, including orienting to the Wheel of the Year, ancestral ways of tracking time, dreamwork, and practical tips for nurturing optimal health through herbs, nutrition, hydrotherapy, and more.

Next, immerse yourself in a meditative Tea ceremony, a practice that offers stillness, connection, and an open-hearted embrace of ancient wisdom. Together, we will sit with the plant Camellia sinensis, experiencing her grounding and transformative energy.

The day continues with restorative yoga, where gentle postures and intentional movement are paired with energy healing. This integrative practice supports emotional release, physical vitality, and spiritual harmony, leaving you deeply connected to your inner self. Healing modalities such as Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy, and Ayurvedic Energy Healing will be used to support your journey, with optional light touch or hands-off techniques. All levels of yoga experience are welcome.

We’ll close with time for reflection and meaningful connection, fostering community and integration as you step forward with renewed clarity and balance.

When: Saturday, January 11, 1:00-4:30 PM

Contribution: Sliding scale tickets are $75 – $125 and can be purchased here. Registration closes 24 hours prior to the session. There is a minimum 3 participants for offering to be held and tickets cannot be reimbursed after the registration deadline unless the event is cancelled by the host.

We look forward to sharing this sacred space with you.

About the facilitators: 

Jessica Tapper, ND – Jess is a vitalistic naturopathic doctor, Tea ceremonialist, Reiki master, craniosacral therapist, and certified yoga teacher with a devoted passion for Earth-based holistic healing. Drawing on nearly 10 years of practice, she creates transformative experiences that invite attunement and connection to self, spirit, and nature. With a warm and intuitive presence, she integrates herbalism, ancestral nutrition, traditional vitalism, spirituality, and so much more, all to nurture balance and renewal. Her teachings offer practical wisdom for embracing seasonal living to promote optimal health and wellbeing.

Olivia Flood, RYT-200, Owner of The Awakened Alchemy – Olivia is a dedicated energy healing practitioner and certified yoga instructor with a deep passion for guiding individuals on their healing and spiritual journey. Olivia creates a safe, nurturing space for others to heal, grow, and transform through the integration of ancient healing practices and modern wellness techniques. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her teachings which are informed by Ayurvedic Energy Healing, Healing Touch, Kriya and Kundalini Yoga, among other modalities. Her approach is deeply intuitive, blending the wisdom of these traditions with a personal understanding of the energetic body to promote balance, harmony, and self-awareness. Olivia’s work is rooted in the belief that all healing is self healing. Through her sessions and classes, she empowers clients to unlock their inner potential, cultivate vitality, and awaken to their highest potential.