Why Everyone Needs a Retreat

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Why Everyone Needs a Retreat

Description:

Tune into the newest episode of our Energy Works Podcast, where science meets spirit to help you heal, energize, and thrive.

Feeling burned out or stuck in routine?

In this solo episode, Lauren explores how retreats act as powerful nervous system resets, helping you step out of daily patterns, restore energy, and reconnect to joy, play, and perspective.

Through stories from Breitenbush Hot Springs and Hollyhock Retreat Center, and even inspiration from Ram Dass, Lauren shares how retreats support deep rest, creativity, and meaningful change.

This episode is an invitation to step away from the noise, reset your energy, and create your own retreat, whether it’s a weekend away or just a few hours offline. Now available wherever you get your podcasts!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:22 Why Retreats Are So Transformative

01:27 “Summer Camp for Adults” Explained

02:51 Affordable Retreat Experiences

03:20 Stories: Breitenbush + Hollyhock

05:12 Purpose, Play & Modern Life

07:03 Gaining Perspective Through Retreat

08:47 Nervous System Reset (Rest & Digest)

10:12 How to Create Your Own Retreat

12:14 2026 Hollyhock Retreat Invite

13:17 Mini Retreats at Home

15:06 Ayurveda + Recovery

16:28 Returning to Childlike Wonder

17:31 Conclusion

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