Radiant Families
Welcome to our Radiant Families Retreat, a journey into the heart of conscious parenting and building thriving family connections!
Weekend Day Retreat
With Suzanne Faith & Alesha Carmela
May 5, 2024
Garraf, Barcelona, Spain
Ever find yourself wishing for a guidebook on the intricate art of parenting?
Seeking empowerment as a parent, doubting your choices, or fearing the perpetuation of inherited patterns?
You're not alone.
Join us for an exploration of intention parenting, where we empower you with skills to navigate the profound responsibility of nurturing the next generation and attuning to their needs.
This retreat is open exclusively to families with children Ages 12-18
Nurturing Family Bonds
In this retreat, we delve into the realms of cognitive-behavioral approaches, mindfulness and somatics, weaving together a tapestry of models to foster a mindful baseline for parents.
Together, let's embark on a voyage to understand and appreciate the world through your children's eyes, providing them the space to authentically express themselves.
RADIANT FAMILIES
Our retreat is designed to be a harmonious blend for both parents and adolescents.
It's a sanctuary where you'll gain insights into empathetic and purposeful parenting, allowing you to build healthy bonds and a thriving home environment.
We believe that healthy relationships within the family are the cornerstone of well-being.
Through the integration of somatics, movement, meditation, breathing exercises, and contemplative practices, we aim to create a transformative space where individuals and families can cleanse themselves of unhealthy patterns, including inherited conditions that no longer serve their highest good.
It's a powerful opportunity for family members to step forward and actively break the chains of passing down detrimental conditions through generations, fostering a renewed sense of vitality and flourishing for each family member.
Join us on this empowering journey, where the principles of conscious parenting come to life, fostering a home environment that nurtures growth, understanding, and strong family!
Benefits families can expect to gain from the Retreat
Empowered Parenting Skills
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Practical tools & strategies for intentional parenting.
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Deeper understanding of your role as a parent & the impact of your choices on your child's well-being.
Insights into Adolescents' Perspectives
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Gain valuable insights into the world through your adolescent's eyes, fostering empathy & understanding.
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Create a space where adolescents feel heard & encouraged to authentically express themselves.
Renewed Sense
of Vitality
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Experience a powerful opportunity for family members to rejuvenate and revitalize their spirits.
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Foster a renewed sense of vitality, promoting a positive and flourishing outlook for each family member.
Enhanced Family Communication
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Learn effective communication techniques that foster understanding & connection within the family.
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Explore new ways to express emotions & needs, creating a more open & supportive family dynamic.
Transformation Through Somatics and Movement
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Experience transformative power of somatic practices, movement, & expressive arts.
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Release tension & promote physical well-being, creating a holistic approach to family health.
Create a Thriving Home Environment
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Conscious parenting principles to create a home environment that nurtures growth & understanding.
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Establish a foundation for a thriving family life based on mutual respect, love, and shared values.
Mindful Parenting Practices
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Embrace mindfulness techniques to stay present & attuned to your child's unique needs.
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Cultivate a mindful baseline, reducing stress & enhancing overall emotional well-being for both parents & children.
Mind-Body Connection for Stress Reduction
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Explore meditation, breathing & contemplative practices for stress reduction.
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Cultivate a strong mind-body connection, promoting resilience & a sense of calm within the family.
Positive Psychology
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Embrace positive psychology approaches to enhance individual & collective well-being.
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Foster a family culture that prioritizes positivity, resilience, and a shared sense of purpose.
Building Strong Family Bonds
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Engage in activities designed to strengthen bonds between parents & adolescents.
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Foster a sense of togetherness & shared experiences that create lasting connections within the family unit.
Breaking Unhealthy
Patterns
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Identify & break free from inherited patterns that may no longer serve the family's highest good.
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Create a space for healing & renewal, allowing families to actively shape a positive & healthy future.
Lasting Memories Shared Experience
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Create lasting memories through shared experiences that bind families together.
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Establish a foundation for continued growth and connection long after the retreat concludes.
A holistic and transformative experience, providing families with the tools and insights needed to cultivate a harmonious and thriving family life.
The Program
Saturday May 5, 2024
9:00am Opening Session
9:30-11:00am
* Practices focusing on Heart Centre
* Practices focusing on Pleasure
* Contemplation and Group Exercises
11:00-11:30pm Tea Break
11:30 - 1:00pm
* Practices....
1:00-2:00pm
* Lunch and Free Play
2:00-3:30pm
* Practices....
3:30-4:00pm Break
4-6pm
* Practices....
6pm-6:30pm Closing Session
Your Guides
Suzanne has spent over three decades deeply immersed in the teachings and methodologies of yoga, psychology, meditation, and spiritual contemplation. She is a passionate educator - a teacher's-teacher – and learner.
Suzanne Faith, PHD
Suzanne has spent over three decades deeply immersed in the teachings and methodologies of Yoga, psychology, meditation, contemplation, and energy healing.
She is a lover of education and learning, and a teacher's teacher.
Suzanne has worked therapeutically and as an educator in conventional medical and schools systems, integrative health clinics and privately in the areas of family and marriage, addiction, cancer, professional sports, and childhood development.
Alesha Carmela, MBA
Alesha has been a dedicated practitioner of yoga for over two decades and sharing the practices as a teacher for over fifteen years.
Alesha helps mothers and busy professionals rediscover their light. Alesha is a lover of dance and movement, and loves to see the Mind-Body transform the lives of her clients.
Before dedicating herself to the path of a teacher, Alesha pursued a career in corporate multinationals as an Engineer and MBA. She is passionate about bridging the corporate and spiritual for personal development.
The Venue
Nestled at the foot of the Garraf Nature Park, Casa Garraf is a cozy and welcoming home. Sea views and a lush Medeteranian Garden, there are many indoor and outdoor spaces for individual contemplation and partner work.
The Home
A period home from 1940 lovingly restored will be our venue for the day.
A sea view Sala awaits with cozy living & dining room and outdoor lounge areas.
Perfect for group work as well as individual or family contemplations.
Play
We have a large garden, pool and sauna for our use during breaks and break-out sessions
The Investment