evolve the divine within, through self-care, Sacred ceremony and community
JOURNEY TO SELF RETREAT
September 29th - October 1st 2023

Join us in Joshua Tree, CA
Evolve the divine within through self-care, sacred ceremony and community. Embody your soul's purpose through deep self reflection, earth medicine and embodiment practices which will permit you to completely dive into your healing journey with an open heart! During this retreat you will gain access to your innermost wisdom, reconnect with your divinity and create the life you deserve. Our integrative approach to self awareness includes nourishing and delicious Ayurvedic meals, movement, sound healing, Ayurvedic lifestyle practices, sacred ceremony, nature, integration circles, ecstatic dance, community and restoration! This retreat is facilitated by Sacred plant medicine healer, yoga instructor and reiki practitioner Brandy Gibson. Theta healing instructor, energy and sound healer Lara Arguijo and Ayurvedic Practitioner, CMT Sanja Oropeza. Our retreat takes place in Joshua Tree CA. A highly energetic place that is said to magnify anything that is placed inside of it, making this a powerful place to heal. This beautiful location offers breathtaking views, private rooms, connection to nature, hot tub and dipping pools, outdoor lounging, star gazing, plush accommodations and is an ideal location for this transformative journey!
Join us for our Journey to Self Retreat, a transformative experience!
This is a LIMITED CAPACITY retreat and spots are anticipated to go quickly, so reserve your space now! Click here to complete your journey application so that we can ensure this experience is in alignment for you. Serious inquiries only please!

Experience 3 days of enriching offerings!

Retreat Schedule
Community, self- care & Ceremony
DAY ONE- FRIDAY September 29th
- 6:30 PM Check-In + Welcoming, Orientation.
- Ayurvedic meal + Opening Ceremony + Cacao Ceremony + Sound Healing
- Full Moon Activities
- Unwind Time
DAY TWO - SATURDAY September 30th
- Yoga + Ayurvedic Meals + Meditation + Ayurveda self -care + Breathwork + Sacred Plant Medicine Ceremony
- Options for bodywork
- Rest & Reflection
DAY THREE -SUNDAY October 1st
- Forgiveness Meditation
- Ayurvedic breakfast
- Integrating + Closing Ceremony
- Optional Check Out (noon)
- Options for bodywork
- Reflection, Rest and Community
- Full Moon Ecstatic Dance
Accommodations
Meals:
Enjoy delicious nourishing Ayurvedic meals with seasonal ingredients lovingly prepared by Sanja. Vegetarian & Vegan options available. All dietary restrictions will be considered upon request.Rooms: We offer a variety of accommodations suited to different needs and price points starting at $1,150. Rooms inspire relaxation and serve as the perfect home away from home during your retreat.
This retreat is 21+ and Is an ALL INCLUSIVE community, affirmatively welcomes ALL genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, religions, and abilities.
Testimonials
"I don’t know where to start with my experience at Journey to Self Retreat but I suppose most importantly I would thank the three magical women that held such amazing space for all of us! It was truly a powerful experience and each facilitator offered something uniquely special and healing. While I have done ceremony before, this was my first retreat experience and it’s next level. To be completely taken care of for several days really allows for deeper healing. From having intentional Ayurvedic meals prepared, to the education of our doshas, the cacao ceremony, sound healing and yoga, it felt like the most nurturing space one could be in to take on a deep inner journey. The container of other participants instantly felt like old friends and the genuine support each person was giving each other created such a comfortable space to be vulnerable. To be seen and held is so vital to our healing and I can honestly say there wasn’t a moment the whole weekend where I did not feel supported in that way. The integration post ceremony was beautifully detailed and thought out along with the follow up gathering. This is such an important piece to plant medicine and I’m so grateful for the focus that was placed on it.
The experience before and after ceremony, to me is equally as important as what was shown by the medicine. Because it is in fact, part of the journey.
I deeply trust these women and I would highly recommend this stay corriente to anyone who feels called to work with plant medicine in an intentional way. I am forever grateful for this experience, and forever changed."
Amber Muse
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Accommodations & Exchange
All Inclusive Wellness Retreat
Full bed, shared room = $1,150 (only two spots at this rate)
Private room king bed single occupancy = $ 1,350 Double Occupancy $2,200
$300 Non refundable deposit due upon registration to guarantee your spot.
60 day Cancellation Policy
Full bed, shared room available for group of 4 people inquire for pricing
TO REGISTER
Click here to reserve your space.
All payments can be made through Venmo and Zelle.
Payment is non-refundable 60 days prior to the event. 100% refund, minus deposit if you cancel before July 29th.
There will be absolutely no refunds, credits or roll-overs if you cancel after July 29th
(with exceptions of positive covid test from a doctor)
If you have further questions contact: journeytoself8@gmail.com
PLANT MEDICINE CEREMONY
Sacred Plant Medicines are often referred to as entheogens meaning "generating the Divine within." These Plant Medicines have the power to awaken you to higher perspectives and allow a deep cleansing of your Psyche, followed by a strong connection to your true self and your greater life purpose.
CACAO CEREMONY
Cacao Ceremonies are a heart healing ritual that opens the heart through the use of cacao. Our opening ceremony will include a Cacao ceremony where we set intention and honor the Cacao's spirit, through meditation and chanting to release stored emotions/energy from the heart space.
SOUND HEALING
Sound Healing influences our emotional bodies as well as our physical bodies and when we heal our emotional bodies, our physical bodies are giving permission to let go of what no longer is serving us. To support your healing journey Lara will conclude our opening ceremony with a heart revitalizing sound healing.
AYURVEDIC MEALS
Savor healing and nourishing Ayurvedic meals prepared with love from fresh seasonal ingredients to enhance your healing process, including Kitchari, homemade nut milk, Full Moon Ghee and herbal tea bar! All meals will be vegetarian and prepared with love for your highest healing potential. All dietary restrictions will be considered upon request.
AYURVEDA SELF CARE WORKSHOP
Ayurveda is the Soulful practice of self awareness, self reflection and self care. Embracing Ayurvedic practices and daily rituals encourages us to carve out time for ourselves and cultivate self love, self acceptance! During this workshop you will learn Ayurvedic practices to bring balance and joy into your life through self care practices, meditation and breathwork.
HEALING BODYWORK
Enrich your retreat experience with bodywork that will awaken your senses, encourage mind body healing and assist in the release of trauma, tension and toxins. Nancy Rubio will be offering 60 minute sessions on Saturday & Sunday. If you would like to add this to your retreat package please let us know when you sign up! 60 minute integrated bodywork sessions are $140

Journey with us!
Shift from an ordinary life into an extraordinary existence.
EVOLVE THE DIVINE WITHIN, THOUGH SELF-CARE, SACRED CEREMONY AND COMMUNITY!
JOURNEY TO SELF RETREAT
• 8 SPOTS AVAILABLE
• SHARED + PRIVATE ROOMS
•AYURVEDIC MEALS INCLUDED
Luxury house in Joshua Tree
Outdoor Jacuzzi & Dipping Pools
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor lounge sitting area
Star Gazing
Yoga Room
Parking
Hiking
Mountain Views
Fireplace
Make a difference in YourSelf
Not included:
Transportation, Tips, Shuttle Service, 3rd day lunch and dinner, optional bodywork and Travel Insurance