Date: 2024／12／08 (Sun) 13:00 - 20:30
Location: The Barn Muzha, Taipei, Taiwan
Level: All levels are warmly welcomed
Category: Inspire & Connect
*Inspire & Connect provides retreats that help us pursue inner happiness, peace, freedom, and personal growth through wellness group activities. Here in a safe space, together we discuss ideas without judgment, and share stories we've never told a soul.
*The retreat will proceed with a minimum of 5 attendees. If there are fewer than 5 attendees, we will notify you and issue a full refund one week before the retreat starts.
*Please note that this is an adult-exclusive retreat available to 18-year-olds and over.
"Another year has passed, and there are still so many goals that haven't been achieved..."
As this year comes to a close, let’s return to our home, not to feel disappointed, but instead to experience new "connections." Just like establishing external connections, this will allow our hearts to be more open to accepting new things in life. Let’s look forward to the coming year with peace and gratitude.
Starting the journey with meditation to calm the mind, letting chaotic thoughts settle. Then, through free writing, we avoid overly criticizing the past, while writing fresh notes for the future.
With open hearts, we create different connections with our companions - we release repressed emotions and rediscover our true selves. We experience touch that heals inner wounds; and through eye contact, we feel the purest connection between people.
Before dinner, we conclude with dynamic meditation, a guided practice different from static meditation. Together, we attempt a new experience of self-awareness, embarking on a journey to explore the balance of body and mind.
As night falls, candles are lit, and the aroma of red wine and fruit fills the air. With mulled wine and a warm dinner to nourish the body and soul, we openly share new plans for the coming year with our companions, and accept the most sincere blessings from each other. With gratitude and love, we bring this year to a beautiful and fulfilling close.
What To Expect
Wear your most comfortable clothes and bring environmentally friendly tableware.
Put down your phones and communicate with the world attentively.
Stay weird and stay unique.
Guided Visualization Meditation and Self-Discovery : Jessica
On this retreat, Jessica will lead us through various step-by-step guided exercises, allowing us to feel the power of serenity and balance. Through sensory awakening practices, we will gently release the overwhelming external stress accumulated in our body and mind, experiencing deep and heartfelt emotions afterwards.
Jessica is a Columbia University-trained spiritual psychology and maternal wellbeing educator, certified meditation coach, an intuitive guide, and mindful mama to two spirited boys!
As a global citizen and Asian American, Jessica combines her Eastern roots and Western academic training to offer culturally-sensitive meditation programs for individuals and groups.
As a modern woman and a mother, she implements a feminine and intuitive approach in her healing and teachings.
As a fellow human being, she shares practical yet powerful science-based tools that cultivate an aligned, connected and enriching experience in the here and now.
*Professional Credentials
Clinical Psychology M.A. from Columbia University’s Spirituality, Mind-Body Institute
Advanced Certification in Reproductive & Maternal Wellbeing from Teacher’s College.
300-H Certified Meditation Coach Training
Angel Reiki Level 1 & 2
Usui Reiki Level 1 & 2
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Certification from Taiwan Mindfulness Center
Insta: @thelotuspondwellness
*This session will be instructed in both Chinese and English
*This session can also be held in English and Chinese. Please contact @soulbarn official LINE account at least one week in advance if you need this service.
Eye Gazing and Silence Touch: Yoanna
Following Yoanna's lead in this retreat, you and your companions will relax and heal your body and mind together. In an effort to embrace and soften each other, let’s practice listening, trust, connection, gazing, and touch.
"Wine is a timeless reminder of God's love for us and His desire to see us revel in happiness." - Benjamin Franklin
For James, wine has been an integral part of his life journey, from pursuing a Masters in Red Wine to becoming a dedicated wine specialist. He holds the belief that every wine possesses unique characteristics that set it apart from all others.
"I've always aspired to be a storyteller who uses the simplest language to guide you towards the ideal bottle that suits your taste."
During this retreat with James, let's embark on a journey to discover the perfect wine tailored just for you.
*This session will be in Chinese
*This session can also be held in English and Chinese. Please contact @soulbarn official LINE account at least one week in advance if you need this service.
Space
The Barn, a place where we all belong.
In the busy city of Taipei, The Barn is created as a safe place where you can have some isolated time to enjoy inner peace and balance. It is more than just a space in Taipei; it is a community built around the idea of providing a sanctuary for individuals seeking peace and solace amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. The atmosphere is designed to be warm and inviting, with a focus on creating a sense of belonging and inclusivity.
Here, we strive to support individuals in their journey towards inner peace and balance. You can expect to be welcomed with open arms by a friendly and supportive community. Whether you're seeking a quiet place to reflect or a space to connect with like-minded individuals, The Barn is a safe haven where you can let your guard down and simply be yourself.
A place that is more than just a building; it is a space of connection, growth, and healing - whenever you want to recharge, The Barn is always open for you.
Nourish
Nestled in the alleys of Muzha, this local restaurant and wine bar is home to a passionate team dedicated to cooking with the freshest, most delightful ingredients. The chefs prepare each dish with care, preserving the natural flavors of the ingredients while enhancing them with a rich array of seasonings. The result is a series of delicious international dishes served before us, satisfying both our heart and palate, leaving us with wonderful memories.
End of the Year Gathering: Nature’s Harvest Plant-Based Dinner
Fresh Fruit and Yogurt Salad
Refreshing Vegetable Stew
Black Truffle and Cheese Risotto
Parmesan Truffle Fries
Special Vegetarian Soup
*Please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements.
*The private kitchen will customize the dishes for us, which will change with the seasons and provide you with the freshest ingredients. Therefore, it may not be all as shown in the photo.
Transportation
Distance from MRT Muzha Station
15 minutes by walk
6 minutes by bus
Distance from MRT Taipei City Hall Station
15 minutes drive
Distance from MRT Xiangshan Station
10 minutes drive
*Transportation details will be told one week prior to the event
Retreat Includes
Calming and Grounding the Mind
A relaxing meditation session to begin the day's journey with a sense of calm.
Self-Discovery Journaling: End of the Year Inspirations
Awakening creative journaling and artistic perception with an emphasis on visual and auditory senses.
Guided Visualization Meditation
A deep sensory meditation, entering into a more profound level of perceptual experience
Meditation Circle: Deep Thinking And Reflection
Through deep conversations with your partners, guiding yourself to reorganize your own thoughts and ideas as the year draws to a close.
Silence of Touch
Put your hand on your partner gently as you feel the connection and change on your partner’s body.
Eye Gazing
Through eye gazing, observe your partner’s inner emotions and voice.
Dynamic Meditation: Personal Healing and Self-Awareness
By using movement as a guide, allow the body to flow freely with your feelings, thereby achieving a sense of inner stillness.
A Cozy Winter Gathering: End of Year Dinner
Soul Barn Warming Mulled Wine
Sharing Circle
Freely share and deeply listen to each other's stories.
Music and Snacks
A Great Opportunity to Unplug, Experience and Connect
*The Internet is required to be turned OFF during the event, yet photos are allowed to be taken during the entire time. (Please let us know if you need internet access, and we will arrange it for you.)
Retreat Price
Early bird tickets are limited, only 2 spots available.
Early Bird - 4,200 TWD per person(Fully Booked)
Standard - 4,880 TWD per person
Wellness Club Members - 4,140 TWD per person
(Learn more about our Wellness Club Members)
Soul Barn will provide our Stay Grounded and Flow & Balance yoga mat for attendees to use in the retreat.
If you wish to purchase your own yoga mat, please select “Add-on Stay Grounded Yoga Mat” or “Add-on Flow & Balance Yoga Mat” in our Reservation Form.
How To Book?
RESERVATION FORM:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis. Please click the “Book now“ button to fill in the reservation form, and wait patiently while we process your request.REQUEST PROCESSED:
You MUST add us on LINE (@soulbarn) and send a message providing the following information :Full Name:
Event date:
Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis, and they do get sold up really quickly. Our team will provide our bank account information as soon as we receive your message.
P.S. If you do not have a LINE account, please contact us through Facebook @soulbarn.
PAYMENT PROCESSED:
Please proceed with the payment at your earliest convenience no later than 3 days after you receive our bank account information. Without receiving your payment, the booking system will cancel your reservation automatically. Don’t forget to provide the last five digits of your bank account number and the total amount you have transferred.RESERVATION COMPLETED:
Please wait patiently as our team members contact you shortly. The reservation is completed once the payment is received.
* The Pre-Departure Notice (including the venue's address, the detailed schedule, and the recommended packing list. ) will be sent through our Official LINE one week prior to the event.
* To ensure the accuracy of information, please make sure all companions fill out the form as well.
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 100% refund.
Cancellations made between 2 - 13 days of the event will receive a 70% refund.
Cancellations made within 2 days of the event will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made on the day of the event or during the event are non-refundable unless an emergency occurred and is provided with proof.
However, the booking can be transferred to a different person if you’re unable to attend.
