AWAKEN & FLOURISH RETREAT
February 27 – March 1, 2026
Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.
Etty Hillesum
Ready For an Awakening?
Ready For an
Awakening?
Picture this: You’re a high-achiever, constantly juggling responsibilities, but feeling increasingly disconnected from the true and best version of yourself. Or perhaps you’re a stay-at-home parent, pouring your energy into others, while yearning for a moment of peace. Does your heart ache for:
- A sanctuary where you can recharge without the weight of expectations?
- Genuine connections and a supportive community to uplift you?
- The courage to shatter those limiting beliefs holding you back?
- A transformative experience, far removed from life’s daily chaos?
Your Perfect YOU-Time
- Recover from a long period of stressful work or family situations
- Unplug, slow down, and get back in touch with yourself
- Find inner peace and re-discover yourself
- Be more relaxed & refreshed than you've ever been
- Restore clarity of mind and heart
Stepping boldly into your most radiant self
Spring whispers promises of new beginnings, calling us to shed what no longer serves and step boldly into our most vibrant selves. It’s a season of emergence, when life force energy rises within us and invites us to bloom alongside nature’s magnificent transformation.
As the earth comes alive with fresh possibility, we’re reminded that growth requires both courage and gentleness. This is our time to plant seeds of intention, nurture dreams that have been quietly waiting, and allow our authentic light to shine brightly in ways we never imagined possible.
"I walked away feeling truly refreshed, with my cup full."
“I just finished Marina’s amazing Awaken and Flourish retreat, and it was exactly what I needed. We spent time in nature, practicing yoga, journaling, meditating, and diving into deep introspective work. The biggest ‘aha’ moment for me was the journaling—Marina’s questions pushed us deeper and deeper, making me confront things I hadn’t explored before.…I can’t wait to come back to another retreat!“
Sara
"This retreat was deeply healing."
“I would say this retreat was refreshing and healing. There were beautiful yoga flows, but more than that, it was a time for sharing, journaling, and meditating. The memory I’m walking away with… is the realization of how much we all have in common. No matter our different backgrounds—our families, professions, and life experiences—we found so much unity in our shared journey.”
Jennifer R.
"No matter how strong or grounded you think you are, this retreat is something everyone needs."
“If I could put this retreat in words, there are so many great things I would say. First and foremost—relaxing, rejuvenating. As a single, busy working mother, I didn’t have to think about anything for the weekend. Food was served, decisions were made for me, and that alone was such a blessing. Marina’s deep questioning… was like a spirit-filled therapy session in a safe, intimate setting.“
Danielle
"I was stuck, and this retreat helped me have a breakthrough."
“This weekend was very enlightening. I feel more emboldened to move forward in my life. The class discussions and inquiry sessions helped me find clarity that I can carry with me as I return home. The guided meditation and journaling were incredibly helpful, giving me the space to sit back, reflect, and take that clarity back with me.” This retreat was powerful and moving.“
Jennifer C.
"This has been an incredible experience for myself, but also in creating a community and gathering with other people."
“We had the opportunity to spend time for deep reflection, talking to others, and learning from one another. It created a great space where you can be alone, think through things, and be guided with questions that help you go deeper in your own thought process.…It also provides time to relax, breathe, and step away from the distractions of life.“
Karen
WHAT TO EXPECT
A life-changing retreat to heal, connect, gain clarity, and reset.
In our distraction-free environment you’ll experience genuine transformation without artificial influences or barriers.
Experience healing & personal growth, as you slow down, relax, quiet the mind, find inner peace, recharge, and rejuvenate.
This retreat is a safe space to help you transform your life by releasing past traumas, letting go of what no longer serves you, healing wounds, releasing stuck emotions, awakening to your power, and living an extraordinary life.
Experience a release of emotional blocks, stress, anxiety, grief, and stagnated energy – and expand your capacity to receive healing.
Invest in your well-being and re-ignite your path to health & vitality with some “ME” time.
This will be a powerful, transformative weekend – set in the beautiful landscape of the winter season in Tennessee, in a beautiful private lodge.
*This is a women-only retreat
Yoga
Daily power yoga to invigorate and strengthen your body and mind
Meditation
Guided meditation and breathing exercises
Journaling
Journaling and self-reflection sessions
Inquiry
Inquiry work for personal breakthroughs
Nature
Nature connection through hiking (weather permitting)
Day 1
• Start at 5:00 PM
• Evening activities
Day 2
• Start at 8:30 AM
• Full day of activities
Day 3
• Start at 8 AM
• Depart at 12 PM
Meals
Delicious catered vegan meals provided for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Refreshments
Coffee and tea available throughout
Relax
Relax in the outdoor jacuzzi and two-person sauna
Views
Beautiful fall landscape in a private Tennessee lodge
We are powerful co-creators when we say no to our fear and yes to our personal power.”
Colette Baron Reid
Recharge, Heal, and Connect in the Heart of Tennessee
Our retreat will be set in Silver Point, TN, which is about an hour outside of Nashville, TN (specific address to be provided after registering and making full payment).
If traveling from out of town, please plan to fly into/out of BNA in Nashville, TN, and secure transportation from the airport to the retreat location and from the retreat location to the airport.
There is plenty of free parking onsite at the retreat location.
Immerse yourself in luxury at this stunning 5,500 sq. ft. retreat venue, a masterpiece of architecture and design once showcased in Homes & Gardens Magazine. This beautifully restored property offers an unparalleled setting for your journey of renewal and self-discovery.
Indulge your senses in an architect’s paradise, where exquisite craftsmanship abounds. Marvel at hand-carved cabinets and intricate stonework that exemplify attention to detail at every turn. As you embark on this retreat, you’ll be inspired by the blend of artistry and nature surrounding you.
Beyond our guided experiences, you can rejuvenate in the soothing warmth of the hot tub, detoxify in the sauna, or simply lose yourself in the breathtaking views that frame this extraordinary property. Every moment here is an opportunity to reconnect with yourself and the beauty of your surroundings.
Experience a retreat that nourishes both body and soul in a space that truly elevates the art of living.
"It's just magical"
“If you’re searching for a breakthrough or a direction in your life, this [retreat] is something that you really should do… We don’t have to be perfect. So, this [message] is a hot mess express coming at you. But this is the beauty of that. That we just show up raw… And we open up our life and our ideas to God.”
Sara
"Just Say Yes and Watch Life Change"
“I really badly wanted to say no to coming to this…and like talk myself out of it… but I don’t regret it at all. Like the first night that I came here, I was just like I’m so glad I said yes to this. I always joke with friends that going to her class is like going to yoga, Church, and therapy all in one and this was like all of that times a hundred because it was just all packed in one weekend.”
Samantha
"It Was Powerful. It Was Beautiful."
“I was really nervous. I had a lot of self-doubt. I didn’t know if I was going to be able to practice at the same level as the other participants… And this entire weekend has really just been such a rebirth of myself. I’ve gained so much confidence in who I am as an individual, how I show up in a community of the incredible women that I got to spend the last two days with and also a really incredible yoga practice.”
Courtney
"Above and Beyond Just Yoga"
“I knew it would be amazing… I didn’t realize how much more it would be though. Besides yoga… it was just like, it was an aha moment, but it was also just a release. I didn’t expect to get the answer here. And I think that was just like huge.”
Nivedita
"I Came In One Person, Left Another"
“[Marina] taught me this weekend to let my light shine and not to hide my voice and not to hide who I am. So if you’re looking for somewhere to come to find out who you really are and who you’re really meant to be and who God has designed you to be, say yes to the retreat.”
Stephanie
"Just Say Yes and Watch Life Change"
“I really badly wanted to say no to coming to this…and like talk myself out of it… but I don’t regret it at all. Like the first night that I came here, I was just like I’m so glad I said yes to this. I always joke with friends that going to her class is like going to yoga, Church, and therapy all in one and this was like all of that times a hundred because it was just all packed in one weekend.”
Samantha
Marina Mukandala
Marina Mukandala is the President and CEO of L.I.F.E. with Marina. She is an entrepreneur, master yoga teacher, yoga teacher trainer, podcaster, and motivational speaker.
From March 2012 to August 2020, Marina owned, managed, and operated a successful yoga studio, Mind Body Flow Yoga, Inc., in East Amherst, New York, where she touched countless lives through teaching, mentoring, coaching, and empowering.
In November 2020, Marina began a new chapter in her life and established L.I.F.E. (Living Inspired, Fit & Empowered) with Marina, a full-service company providing an array of offerings to serve the mind, body, and spirit.
Marina trained with Baron Baptiste and is a masterful teacher of the Baptiste methodology. Marina has trained and certified several aspiring yoga instructors, created and launched a power yoga DVD, and has appeared in many articles and podcasts/interviews.
Marina has a passion for helping others and has dedicated her life to helping human beings live joyfully in mind, body, and spirit.
Marina Mukandala
Marina Mukandala is the President and CEO of L.I.F.E. with Marina. She is an entrepreneur, master yoga teacher, yoga teacher trainer, podcaster, and motivational speaker.
From March 2012 to August 2020, Marina owned, managed, and operated a successful yoga studio, Mind Body Flow Yoga, Inc., in East Amherst, New York, where she touched countless lives through teaching, mentoring, coaching, and empowering.
In November 2020, Marina began a new chapter in her life and established L.I.F.E. (Living Inspired, Fit & Empowered) with Marina, a full-service company providing an array of offerings to serve the mind, body, and spirit.
Marina trained with Baron Baptiste and is a masterful teacher of the Baptiste methodology. Marina has trained and certified several aspiring yoga instructors, created and launched a power yoga DVD, and has appeared in many articles and podcasts/interviews.
Marina has a passion for helping others and has dedicated her life to helping human beings live joyfully in mind, body, and spirit.
A life-changing retreat to heal, connect, gain clarity, and reset