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Weaving words,
Weaving worlds...
Weaving words,
Weaving worlds...
Chiapas Highland Flow
Writing Retreat...
Spring 2025
(Pay-in-Full or 4-Pay Plans)
San Cristobal de las Casas,
Chiapas, Mexico
On the other side of rest is Flow...
— Ixchel Lunar
Imagine just how much easier life becomes when the rhythm of Earth is flowing through you...
Weaving Creativity Amidst Complexity:
The Power of Creativity and Flow
Photos of Casa Flora Maria and surrounding gardens of the estate.
Photo of San Cristobal de las Casas by Gabriel Tovar on Unsplash.
Photos of Casa Flora Maria and surrounding gardens of the estate. Photo of San Cristobal de las Casas by Gabriel Tovar on Unsplash.
Leading with Fierce Love and Creativity
on a Transitioning Planet
Leading with Fierce Love and Creativity on a Transitioning Planet
The image of this tree in the Casa Flora Maria garden, adorned with red glass hearts, symbolizes our shared heartspace — a commitment to nurturing love, courage, and creativity in times of global upheaval.
It's here, in the embrace of nature and the warmth of our community, that we seek to expand the transformative power of Flow states.
A Stellar Gathering:
Uniting Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter
in Gemini for Unparalleled Creative Flow
Gemini’s Stellar Gathering:
Uniting Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter for Unparalleled Creative Flow
During the time of our retreat, Jupiter will have just moved into Gemini for the first time in 12 years, heralding a period of expanded thought and enhanced communication, perfectly aligning with Gemini's essence of intellectual exploration, versatility, and the exchange of ideas. This celestial shift calls creators and writers to step forward, sharing their thought leadership and innovative visions.
The day we begin our retreat, the moon will enter the creative and sacred fire sign of Leo, igniting our passions and expressive potential. Simultaneously, the Sun — our source creativity, Mercury — our conduit of perception and understanding, and Venus — our magnet for connection and attraction, will also be converging in Gemini, magnifying the energies of articulation, curiosity, and adaptability.
Even if you're not proficient in astrology, this confluence signifies that mid-June is an exceptionally potent time for articulating your visions and claim your thought leadership through your writing. The astrological conditions are ripe for profound revelations and the crystallization of ideas.
In the heart of Gemini season, we are invited to embrace the dualities of existence. These Flow states — readily accessible during our retreat — are not just moments of peak creativity; they will be our portals to reimagining our existence and culture-making new ways of being, essential tools for weaving words, and weaving new worlds.
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WRITE THE BOOK FOR THESE TIMES… (BECAUSE INNER FOCUS AND OUTER ALIGNMENT ARE a POWERFUL COMBO)
ATTUNE TO YOUR INITIATED PATH…
(GET TO THE HEART OF YOUR PURPOSE AND VISION)
ACCELERATE YOUR MOMENTUM
(BECAUSE CLARITY + FOCUS = POTENT ACTION)
NURTURE YOUR BODY AND SOUL (INSTEAD OF DOING IT ALL AT THE EXPENSE OF BODY AND SOUL)
GET CLEAR ON WHAT FLOW IS FOR YOU (LEARN THE RHYTHMS OF THE COSMOS EMERGING IN YOU)
Delve into Rituals TO TEND TO YOUR CAPACITY FOR THIS TIME (BECAUSE EARTH NEEDS YOU)
This retreat is for FLINTA* Writers, Leaders, Creatives, Artisans, and anyone feeling called to deepening Flow for liberatory creativity.
*FLINTA: Females/Femme (including cis het women), Lesbians, Intersex, Nonbinary, Trans and Agender.
Let's ensure we bring your new, emergent, magical, and just ways of being into the world…
without burnout or losing momentum.
Two things are simultaneously true. I am utterly bereft of the genocide. And I am determined to plant 🍉 seeds in writing and the creative process to draw out the courage we need to create better thought leadership.
In an time exponentially marked by resilience stacking changes and challenges, the need for spaces where we can explore, create, and connect on a profound level has never been more critical.
This retreat is our collective answer to the call to create better thought leadership that leads to vital action.
This retreat isn't an escape; it's a deep dive into the practices that sustain us as writers, creators, leaders, and culture-makers. By fostering and learning how to integrate Flow into our work more consistently, we open ourselves to the possibilities that emerge from complexity, turning our current crises and challenges into the very fuel that powers our creative journey.
Weaving Words, Weaving Worlds:
Creativity Amidst the Mayan Highlands
Weaving Words,
Weaving Worlds: Creativity Amidst the Mayan Highlands
In the heart of the Chiapas Mayan highlands...
the lands of the Winik Atel (Tzeltal) and Batsil Winik’ Otik (Tzotzil), where the Zapatista movement continues its profound struggle for autonomy and land.
This land, steeped in resistance and resilience, offers a unique backdrop for our collective exploration of creativity as a form of restoration and reclamation.
Join us in at the edge of the Lacandon Jungle, where the ancient and the contemporary converge, inspiring us to
weave our words into new worlds
, in solidarity with the enduring spirit of the Mayan people and the land that cradles their visions and dreams.
(Background photo of Bonampak by DBannasch, CC BY-SA 4.0)
Flow is our haptic (embodied) relationship with the Cosmos (Time).
— Ixchel Lunar
A Glimpse into Our Journey Together This June
Amidst the sweeping views of the forest highland jungle of Casa Flora Maria, we find not just a backdrop but a source of inspiration, a reminder of the resilience and beauty that thrives in complexity.
Over six days, you’ll immerse yourself in daily teachings and plenty of reflective space to help you nurture your creative work. Together we’ll weave together our individual threads, crafting a tapestry of ideas, stories, and visions for a world reimagined.
We'll explore how creativity can be a form of resistance, a way to hold space for complexity while envisioning paths forward. Your voice, your story, and your vision are critical threads in this ever-evolving tapestry. Let's gather in Chiapas to celebrate, create, and transform.
Holding Space for Emergent Writing and Culture-Making:
Dive deep into workshops with me, Ixchel Lunar each morning. We'll explore the weavings of writing rituals, creativity practices, Flow, and the decolonization of time, all while nurturing the courage to envision and create a better world. Afternoons and evenings will be space for writing in Flow.
Connecting with Nature and Heritage:
Beyond the workshops, experience the breathtaking beauty of Chiapas through an artisan studio tour, connecting you with the local culture and inspiring your creative work. We’ll end the week with a delightful dinner in the heart of the city.
Creating an Inclusive Community:
Share this journey with a diverse group of FLINTA* creatives and leaders (*Females/Femmes, Lesbians, Intersex, Nonbinary, Trans and Agender.). Come together in a space where every voice contributes to our collective narrative, shaping a future informed by our diverse experiences and shared commitment to growth. Each bringing your unique voices and visions to the collective table, together, we'll create a tapestry of stories and ideas.
Scholarship and Work Study Opportunity:
Recognizing the barriers that may prevent talented individuals from joining us, we're offering a BIPOC scholarship (based on need and project scope), affirming our dedication to inclusivity and mutual support.
There may also be a work study opportunity for an aligned-fit person.
This initiative reflects our core values and the belief that financial constraints should not hinder participation in transformative experiences.
The Itinerary + What's Included
Wednesday:
Airport shuttle picks you up in the late afternoon (most flights are in by 3pm). Welcome dinner and cacao ritual around the fire (weather permitting).
Thursday-Sunday:
7am Morning Yoga, gentle movement
8-9 Breakfast served
10-Noon Workshop with Ixchel
Noon Lunch served
Afternoon writing and open space
5pm Dinner served
Evening writing and open space
Monday Morning:
Early breakfast and checkout, shuttle to airport.
Note: This Itinerary is subject to shift based on emergent needs or curiosities. For example, workshops could be held in the afternoon if mornings are more conducive to guests writing in Flow Time.
Key Registration Dates
September Registration Deadline:
June 15th
A $250 deposit will secure your spot.
Pay-in-full or 4-Pay Plans available
Tuition, Food, and Lodging
Studio Nogal
1 Double (Sold Out)
$2595
A cozy and comfortable, light-filled stone cottage with a bedroom and sitting area. A fully-equipped kitchen and dining room with laundry.
A small terrace below the koi pond, surrounded by large gardens. Ideal for rest and to enjoy nature.
Studio Duranzo
3 Singles
$1795 each bed
Sweet stone cottage in front of an enchanted garden, with three single beds, a sitting area by the fireplace, and a writing desk.
It has a kitchenette, bathroom and an outdoor terrace with a view. Ideal resting and enjoying nature.
One single is separated off the sitting area by the fireplace.
Studio Peral + Arucaria
4 Singles
$1795 each bed
Two rooms, each with two single beds overlooking the mountains, and private bathroom, with a solarium where you can write and relax.
With a chiminea and heaters, your stay in the highland climate will be super comfortable. There are mountain views and are surrounded by trees and flowers.
The living area of these rooms is a lovely solarium glass and metal covered patio with movable shade cloth, an indoor kitchen and seating area.
Casa Grande: Higo
1 King
$2295
An historic colonial house with five rooms, each with a private bathroom surrounds a gorgeous courtyard in the middle of enchanted gardens with a magical atmosphere.
In-room fireplace or in-room heaters. Equipped and cozy living room, a spacious kitchen and dining room to celebrate with the group.
The garden is one of the main qualities of the house, it is ideal for relaxing and observing nature. Illuminated at night, it has fruit trees and vegetable that guests can enjoy.
Casa Grande: Aguacate
1 Queen
$2295
An historic colonial house with five rooms, each with a private bathroom surrounds a gorgeous courtyard in the middle of enchanted gardens with a magical atmosphere.
In-room fireplace or in-room heaters. Equipped and cozy living room, a spacious kitchen and dining room to celebrate with the group.
The garden is one of the main qualities of the house, it is ideal for relaxing and observing nature. Illuminated at night, it has fruit trees and vegetable that guests can enjoy.
Casa Grande: Ciruelo
2 Queens
$1895 each bed
An historic colonial house with five rooms, each with a private bathroom surrounds a gorgeous courtyard in the middle of enchanted gardens with a magical atmosphere.
In-room fireplace or in-room heaters. Equipped and cozy living room, a spacious kitchen and dining room to celebrate with the group.
The garden is one of the main qualities of the house, it is ideal for relaxing and observing nature. Illuminated at night, it has fruit trees and vegetable that guests can enjoy.
Casa Grande: Límon
2 Queens Separate Rooms
$1895 each bed
An historic colonial house with five rooms, each with a private bathroom surrounds a gorgeous courtyard in the middle of enchanted gardens with a magical atmosphere.
In-room fireplace or in-room heaters. Equipped and cozy living room, a spacious kitchen and dining room to celebrate with the group.
The garden is one of the main qualities of the house, it is ideal for relaxing and observing nature. Illuminated at night, it has fruit trees and vegetable that guests can enjoy.
Each bed in Límon is in a separate room, but share a bath.
Casa Grande: Piñon
3 Singles
$1695 each bed
An historic colonial house with five rooms, each with a private bathroom surrounds a gorgeous courtyard in the middle of enchanted gardens with a magical atmosphere.
In-room fireplace or in-room heaters. Equipped and cozy living room, a spacious kitchen and dining room to celebrate with the group.
The garden is one of the main qualities of the house, it is ideal for relaxing and observing nature. Illuminated at night, it has fruit trees and vegetable that guests can enjoy.
Please note, the bunkbed (in photo) was replaced with a single bed.
Complete the Registration form on the next page to share your room preference
Place a $250 deposit on your retreat
We will follow up to confirm your reservation
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The Daily Workshops
(optional)
Creating
Stellar Synergy:
Together, we can navigate the complexities of our time and emerge as leaders of change.
In this retreat, you're not just learning to write in Flow; you're embracing a way of being that celebrates connection, creativity, and the profound joy of living in tune with your artistic flow.
This gathering is an invitation to immerse yourself in the rhythm of your creativity, aligning with the natural flow that enhances every word and idea.
Harmonizing with Time, Weaving Worlds:
Learn to tap into the Flow state to expand the full spectrum of your creative writing potential. We delve into how to engage with this cycle of creativity, recognizing and utilizing Flow activators to amplify your writing output, ensuring that every session is profoundly meaningful and deeply fulfilling.
Crafting a Sustainable Writing Practice:
Ixchel guides you in creating a realistic and fulfilling writing ritual resonates with your lifestyle and aspirations, offering strategies to maintain consistency and enhance your creative journey. Our approach honors your distinctive creative pace, encouraging a writing practice that rejuvenates the spirit and amplifies your impact.
Cultivating Conditions for Flow: Your Creative Sanctuary
Discover how to transform your environment into a space that nurtures continuous growth and creativity. Ixchel method focuses on shaping your surroundings to spark consistent conditions for the emergence of Flow, supporting your lasting journey towards artistic and personal fulfillment. Engage with practices that encourage your creative spirit to thrive, creating a sanctuary for exploration and expression.
Embodying Archetypes: Actualizing Creativity Through Stellar Synergy
Dive into the essence of Ixchel's Stellar Synergy program, where the six planetary archetypes illuminate the path to actualizing your creative essence. This segment of our retreat invites you to explore your personal astrology and Human Design, uncovering your unique Flow type and the neurochemical pathways that enhance your state of Flow. By understanding these archetypes, you'll gain insights into how to align your creative practices with your innate cosmic blueprint, nurturing a deeper connection between universal energies and your creative force. Engage with this hidden knowledge to navigate your creative journey with clarity and confidence, embracing the gifts given to you that shape your artistic vision.
In the heart of the Chiapas Mayan highlands...
the lands of the Winik Atel (Tzeltal) and Batsil Winik’ Otik (Tzotzil), where the Zapatista movement continues its profound struggle for autonomy and land.
This land, steeped in resistance and resilience, offers a unique backdrop for our collective exploration of creativity as a form of restoration and reclamation.
Join us in at the edge of the Lacandon Jungle, where the ancient and the contemporary converge, inspiring us to weave our words into new worlds, in solidarity with the enduring spirit of the Mayan people and the land that cradles their visions and dreams.
(Background photo of Bonampak by DBannasch, CC BY-SA 4.0)
“I learned so much from Ixchel. My sleep hygiene is massively improved, I changed the way I'm delivering programs in 2022 that will make them more effective for both my clients and me, and I'm actually making progress on my book. I AM WRITING without burning myself out.”
Before I received coaching from Ixchel, I was constantly running out of time and working weekends while struggling to find time to finish my book. I know all the usual tricks. I've time-tracked, I've time-blocked, I get up early...and still couldn't seem to crack this nut. So I asked Ixchel for help, because they have an entirely different perspective on time and getting into Flow.
IT WAS INCREDIBLE. I learned so much from them. My sleep hygiene is massively improved, I changed the way I'm delivering programs that will make them more effective for both my clients and me, and I'm actually making progress on my books. I am writing without burning myself out.
ANYWAY. I say all of that to tell you that Ixchel is brilliant. Ixchel trains leaders to:
✅ decolonize your relationship with time so you can RECLAIM IT
✅ skip the energy crashes and
✅ get in and out of Flow states more easily so you can do way more culture-making work in way less time.
– KELLY DIELS,
FEMINIST MARKETING CONSULTANT
Mucho Gusto!
Meet Ixchel Lunar
Ixchel Lunar is a multifaceted writer, publisher, and High-Flow coach, whose career spans over two decades of supporting authors, literary agents, and creatives in bringing their visions to life.
With a rich background in publishing management, website development, and marketing, Ixchel has worked closely with renowned author Peter Russell for nearly 20 years, bringing a wealth of experience in the literary world.
Trained in book publishing by best-selling author Danielle LaPorte, a long-time friend and mentor, Ixchel has also crafted digital spaces for literary figures such as Steven Barclay, best-selling author Azar Nafisi, Firoozeh Dumas, Carolyn Lehman, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tony Kushner, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Frida Lee Mock, and others, showcasing a deep commitment to promoting literary and creative excellence.
Their expertise was further enhanced by training in Flow coaching and writing for Flow with multi-bestselling author Steven Kotler, equipping Ixchel with the tools to guide others in harnessing their creative potential through the science of Flow states.
Beyond their professional achievements, Ixchel is a passionate advocate for decolonizing time and exploring alternative ways of living, deeply influenced by their mixed-Indigenous heritage and experiences as a disabled, gender-fluid, vision-impaired, neuro-emergent medicine carrier. Their advocacy extends to the rights of Indigenous peoples to land stewardship, informed by their tenure as a former vice-Mayor and their dedication to mending kinship with Time and place.
After leaving the United States in 2017 amidst growing fascism, Ixchel found solace and inspiration in the highland jungle of Nicaragua, learning from sloths and witnessing the Nicaraguan uprising against oppression. In 2022, Ixchel rematriated to their ancestral land of Mexico, continuing their journey of healing, creativity, and resistance.
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Bonuses + Goodies!
First 6 Early Birds get a Bonus 1:1 Stellar Session with Ixchel
Receive your choice of a Stellar Strategy or Stellar Astro/Human Design Session via Zoom before or after the retreat ($333 value).
Pay-in-full Bonus: Two 1:1 Stellar Sessions with Ixchel
Pay-in-Full and receive two 1:1 Stellar Sessions. Your choice of Strategy, Astro/HD or both! ($666 value)
Printed Handbook + Natal Charts
Everyone will receive the Edgewalkers Handbook (full edition with Boundless Visioning process) and your Astrology and Human Design natal charts (you do not need to know these typologies, Ixchel will draw from your details in customizing your Flow rituals during the retreat). ($222 value)
Befriending Time And Radical Rest Courses
A comprehensive courses on Befriending and Decolonizing Time and the Radical Rest Retreat Handbook for you to enjoy immediately upon depositing for preparation of your journey. ($222 value).
Pay-in-full Bonus: Two 1:1 Stellar Sessions with Ixchel
Pay-in-Full and receive two 1:1 Stellar Sessions. Your choice of Strategy, Astro/HD or both! ($666 value)
Cacao Ritual, Daily Yoga + Surprises
Surprises and delights await you throughout. We will hold a ritual to learn about how to work with cacao (Ixchel has been trained by an Mayan Ajq'ij — sounds like ahk-eeh — who holds the wisdom and permission to teach about cacao). Yoga and gentle movement available every morning before breakfast.
Pre-Travel Group Meet + Greet Call
To get to know your creative collective, answer any lingering questions about traveling to Mexico, and here more about the daily workshops.
How to Get to Chiapas
San Cristóbal de Las Casas, the most magical town of all, is one of the most beautiful cities in Chiapas and Mexico. It is the heart of the Highlands of Chiapas, with an evocative landscape.
A melting pot of cultures, flavors, colors and landscapes, National tourists converge here, as well as those of different nationalities.
It is a city of adobe walls, clay tiles, with nature, culture, memory and evocation among pine forests and mountainscapes. Being a city located at 2,200 m (7200 ft) above sea level, it enjoys a temperate climate and it is necessary to take the following into account:
Climate: September is cooler (between 5º and 22º C or 42° and 72° F), the afternoons and nights can be very cool..
Fashion: It is essential to bring layers for cooler evenings, wear comfortable, slip-proof shoes, a hat. and sunglasses. The cobblestone sidewalks can get slippery. The sun is strong with a UV index above 10. We also recommend mosquito spray (however our experience of mosquitos has been very minimal here due to the cooler climate).
Wet Season: Between June and early October, rains are more frequent throughout the afternoon and evening and it is necessary to remember to bring an umbrella or raincoat. We plan on being inside where it's cozy and perfect for being creative while listening to the pitter patter of the rain on the tile roof.
Recommended Vaccinations: Consult with your doctor. Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Cholera.
Safety: While there are varying degrees of conflict with cartel in the remote mountains, it is generally safer here than most schools, businesses, public venues in the United States that face random acts of gun violence and mass shootings daily.
Tuxtla airport is 77.3 km (48 miles) away from the city of San Cristóbal de Las Casas. Approximate flying time from Mexico City: 1hr. 20 min. And approximate travel time 1 hr 15 min. from the Tuxtla airport to the city. Mexico City (MEX), Tiajuana (TIJ), and Cancun (CUN) are accessible points to enter from the US and International locations. Find the cities flying directly from other parts of Mexico.
The airlines to Tuxtla Airport:
Calafia
Interjet
Volaris
Aeromar
Aeroméxico
Travel Insurance: Due to Covid and international strife we recommend Travel Insurance. This website has reviews of many providers.
A NOTE ABOUT COVID REQUIREMENTS: Because Ixchel had long-Covid for most of 2020 and still takes oxygen treatments twice a day, we will require a negative Covid home test prior travel and upon arrival at the retreat. We will have tests available.
For the safety of our other guests, we ask if you feel sick upon arrival to make other arrangements if you are in a double or triple occupancy. If you are in a single occupancy room, we will arrange for in-room meals, and ask that you stay confined to your room or distanced in outdoor spaces (masked around others). Unfortunately, the enclosed workshop salon would be off limits.
Photo Credits: Vista of San Cristobal de Las Casas, Calle de Guadelupe at night, Zocolo of San Cristobal de Las Casas by© Chiapas Spirit of the Mayan World. Indigenous woman with baby in rebozo by Inakiherrasti CC BY-SA 3.0
San Cristóbal de Las Casas, the most magical town of all, is one of the most beautiful cities in Chiapas and Mexico. It is the heart of the Highlands of Chiapas, with an evocative landscape.
A melting pot of cultures, flavors, colors and landscapes, National tourists converge here, as well as those of different nationalities.
It is a city of adobe walls, clay tiles, with nature, culture, memory and evocation among pine forests and mountainscapes. Being a city located at 2,200 m (7200 ft) above sea level, it enjoys a temperate climate and it is necessary to take the following into account:
Climate: September is cooler (between 11º and 23º C or 53° and 73° F), the afternoons and nights can be very cool.
Fashion: It is essential to bring layers for cooler evenings, wear comfortable, slip-proof shoes, a hat. and sunglasses. The cobblestone sidewalks can get slippery. The sun is strong with a UV index above 10. We also recommend mosquito spray (however our experience of mosquitos has been very minimal here due to the cooler climate).
Wet Season: Between June and early October, rains are more frequent throughout the afternoon and evening and it is necessary to remember to bring an umbrella or raincoat. We plan on being inside where it's cozy and perfect for being creative while listening to the pitter patter of the rain on the tile roof.
Recommended Vaccinations: Consult with your doctor. Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Cholera.
Safety: While there are varying degrees of conflict with cartel in the remote mountains, it is generally safer here than most schools, businesses, public venues in the United States that face random acts of gun violence and mass shootings daily.
Tuxtla airport is 77.3 km (48 miles) away from the city of San Cristóbal de Las Casas. Approximate flying time from Mexico City: 1hr. 20 min. And approximate travel time 1 hr 15 min. from the Tuxtla airport to the city. Mexico City (MEX), Tiajuana (TIJ), and Cancun (CUN) are accessible points to enter from the US and International locations. Find the cities flying directly from other parts of Mexico.
The airlines to Tuxtla Airport:
Calafia
Interjet
Volaris
Aeromar
Aeroméxico
Travel Insurance: Due to Covid and international strife we recommend Travel Insurance. This website has reviews of several providers.
A NOTE ABOUT COVID REQUIREMENTS: Because Ixchel had long-Covid for most of 2020 and still takes oxygen treatments twice a day, we will require a negative Covid home test prior travel and upon arrival at the retreat. We will have tests available.
For the safety of our other guests, we ask if you feel sick upon arrival to make other arrangements if you are in a double or triple occupancy. If you are in a single occupancy room, we will arrange for in-room meals, and ask that you stay confined to your room or distanced in outdoor spaces (masked around others). Unfortunately, the enclosed workshop salon would be off limits.
Photo Credits: Vista of San Cristobal de Las Casas, Calle de Guadelupe at night, Zocolo of San Cristobal de Las Casas by© Chiapas Spirit of the Mayan World. Indigenous woman with baby in rebozo by Inakiherrasti CC BY-SA 3.0
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I belong here?
Chiapas Highlands Flow Writing Retreat is for FLINTA* (*Females — including cis het women, Lesbians, Intersex, Non-binary, Trans and Agender) JEDIs, Edgewalkers, BIPOC, Decolonizers, Anti-Racists, Culturemakers, Neuro-emergents, 2Spirits, QueerAF, Trans, Enbies, Revolutionaries, Feminists, and Dreamers.
You belong if you are part of the movement to create the POST-Hegemonic Culture (liberating from the cis + heteronormative, imperialist, white supremacist, capitalist patriarchy — h/t bell hooks + Laverne Cox).
Can I bring a guest?
Single occupancy rooms can be shared with an additional occupant for $1500 for retreat attendee or $950 for non-retreat attendee, includes meals and access to excursions.)
Who this Brave Space is NOT for?
• This retreat is not for cis het or gay males. The dream space we are weaving is for underrepresented people impacted by the (male and pale) imperialist, white supremacist, capitalist patriarchy.
• Anyone that hasn't begun to unpack their privilege.
• Anyone who gets rubbed the wrong way from the descriptors of who this is for.
• Anyone that doesn't know the characteristics of white supremacy culture, (please go spend some time with that work now before coming to the informational call).
Will there be a recording of the retreat workshops?
Not at this time. We do not have a budget for a camera crew or editing.
I'm Intersex male-presenting or a Trans man with bottom surgery. Do I belong?
I am absolutely open to to you attending, but due to mostly shared rooms, we may need to either have you in the single occupancy room or room you with other like-presenting people. Can you bring a (paying) friend to share a single or double room with you? Book a chat!
Can I skip the workshops?
Absolutely! If you just want the space to write, you'll have an extra couple of hours each day for Flow Time for writing.
How much personal attention will I get?
This is a writing retreat for me too. 🤩 Outside of the 2-hour morning workshop space each day, there is no personal attention. Each day you will have ample time to get inspired, rest, get creative, and WRITE.
If you are one of the first 6 registered or opt for the Pay-in-full bonus, you will have at least one 1:1 session (your choice of either Flow coaching or astrology/Human Design mentorship) with me before or after the retreat via Zoom (TBD). Pay-in-full enrollees will be given a 2-session bonus package (your choice of either Flow coaching or astrology/Human Design mentorship). If you are seeking additional coaching or mentorship consider booking a chat with me to discuss.
Are there scholarships or Work Study available?
Recognizing the barriers that may prevent talented individuals from joining us, we're offering a BIPOC scholarship (based on need and your project scope), affirming our dedication to inclusivity and mutual support.
There may also be a work study opportunity for an aligned-fit person. This initiative reflects our core values and the belief that financial constraints should not hinder participation in transformative experiences. If you have a proposal for collaboration, email Ixchel.
These two opportunities will only be offered once we have reached a certain operational threshhold after registration has closed. If you have the means and ability to pay, you should enroll.
Do you have a refund policy?
2025 Retreat: Refunds of your payments will be offered before February 1, 2025, minus a $250 administrative fee. Refunds for cancellations made after February 1, 2025 are contingent on being able to fill your place. However, your spot is only transferrable as long as they are an aligned fit. If I am able to fill your spot from a waitlist, I will offer a full refund minus the $250 administrative fee.
Can I be off-camera?
Absolutely. We're all adults and life is happening around us. If you need to step away, decompress, take a bio break, switch to your mobile so you can take in some views, do it. And let's tend to ourselves and each other with respect and care.
A Recap of
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Rest...
Tranquil accommodations designed to be your sanctuary of reflection and rest
Nourishment...
Daily meals at the hotel, crafted to nourish your body and inspire your palate, while catering to a variety of dietary needs (lunch and dinner during Friday excursion day not included)
Ease...
Seamless transportation to and from Tuxtla Airport, ensuring your journey is as smooth as your transition into creativity
Expanded Perspective...
Comprehensive tuition covering workshops and materials designed to deepen your creative practice and expand your view of what's possible
Embodiment...
Daily drop-ins of gentle movement and breathwork to land you in your body and prepare your body for Flow states.
Space...
Casa Flora Maria is a stunning setting at the edge of Lacandon Highland Jungle Forest. Terraced gardens, comfortable patios, and sweeping vistas provide inspiration for your creative endeavors.
This is such a beautiful offering!
— Megan Hale
SHOW THE THEY CAN GET THE ABOVE BENEFITS AND RESULTS WITHOUT...
Wasted Time...
Wasted Money...
Frustration Etc...
Here's where you officially announce your offer
on this page. This is the big reveal.
(16-18 spots total, 1 BIPOC scholarship available - triple occupancy, 1 work-study spot available in pullout sofa in salon. Single occupancy beds can be shared with additional occupant for $1500 for retreat attendee or $950 for non-retreat attendee, includes access to excursions.)
Rates are USD
$1995 triple occupancy and private bath (1),
$2195 double occupancy and private bath (2),
$2595 single occupancy and private bath (2),
$2595 studio with triple occupancy, private bath, and kitchenette (1),
$2595 studio with double occupancy, private bath, and kitchenette (2),
Explain the Limited Time Deal.
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if they are not 100% satisfied.
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IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE PRICE POINTS, YOU CAN LAY IT OUT HERE.
Starter
$19
Billed annually, no set up fee.
Included in the package
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Pro
$39
Billed annually, no set up fee.
Included in the package
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Intermediate
$29
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US
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JANE AWESOME
ACME CO.
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JANE AWESOME
ACME CO.
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JOHN AWESOME
ACME CO.
ADD SOME VIDEO TESTIMONIALS IF YOU HAVE THEM.
List out examples that helps your prospect see
themselves after they've used your product.
Remind them of the scarcity.
That waiting will have consequences.
RESTATE THE PRICING AGAIN.
Starter
$19
Billed annually, no set up fee.
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Pro
$39
Billed annually, no set up fee.
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Intermediate
$29
Billed annually, no set up fee.
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Ask question here for the product that brings home the value or handles an objection.
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Ask question here for the product that brings home the value or handles an objection.
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Ask question here for the product that brings home the value or handles an objection.
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Ask question here for the product that brings home the value or handles an objection.
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RESTATE THE PRICING ONE LAST TIME.
Starter
$19
Billed annually, no set up fee.
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Pro
$39
Billed annually, no set up fee.
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
Intermediate
$29
Billed annually, no set up fee.
Included in the package
Included in the package
Included in the package
