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September is marked by the Autumn Equinox and represents balance, harvest, and preparation. Day and night are equal, representing the balance of light and dark. Farmers are harvesting their crops, and we are reaping the rewards of our hard work put into our gardens. The animals are gathering food for winter, and plants are storing energy in their roots. This is a good time to look at your life, where are you out of balance? Is there something that needs more attention? What do you need to put in place now so you can balance and store your energy, so that you can rest later? This is also a good time to reflect on the work put into personal growth and to appreciate life’s blessings. This is a transformative experience designed to radiate your authentic energy through mindfulness, creative expression, and gentle movement. Nestled amidst vibrant fall foliage, this retreat offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while participating in holistic modalities and playful exploration focused on self-discovery, releasing what no longer benefits you, and storing and balancing your energy.
Meet the Instructors:
Kera Pinard – Owner of Inspired Tranquility – 315-447-5401 - Kera is a spiritual seeker who found healing in her journey. She discovered that holistic modalities, such as Yoga, Qigong, Ayurveda, Enneagram and Lunar Wisdom, have helped her to discover tranquility within her mind, body, and soul. This allows her to feel more connected to spirit and to live in and through love. Her training in yoga is a gentle Kripalu style and in Kundalini, which focuses on balancing the chakras (energy centers of the body). Kera is passionate about guiding people to return to their authentic self and to discover their personal spiritual guidance. She does this through exploring and understanding their energy, calming the mind through meditation, and connecting with their heart. Please explore the website to learn more. Inspired Tranquility | Spiritual Healing | Canastota, NY, USA
Lisa Billington Mahon – Owner of The Painted Goose Studio – 160 Canal St., Canastota, NY – 315-663-8073 – Lisa is an artist and educator with over 30 years of experience in art education, she is passionate about guiding others in using creativity as a path to self-expression and reflection. A childhood cancer survivor and widow, Lisa brings depth, resilience, and compassion to her work through life’s experiences. She is the author of “The Gift”, a children’s book that shares the story of a young girl’s journey through cancer. Lisa is deeply committed to creating space for women to slow down, reconnect, and embrace time for self-discovery. Through her art and teaching, she continues to inspire healing, connection, and personal growth.
Highlights:
• Explore where you cultivate and leak energy
• Yoga and Qigong experience, including an extended shavasana for complete relaxation and connection to your inner energy.
• Creative journey of self-discovery where you will be guided to create a unique abstract piece that reflects your inner self
• Time connecting with nature
Skill level:
• no experience needed
What to Bring:
• Yoga Mat or Blanket
• Reusable water bottle
The following meals are included:
• A light lunch (sandwich & side) & healthy snacks
• We will have water, coffee, and tea.
Feel free to bring your own snacks and/or beverages. Please be sure to note any dietary preferences or restrictions when registering.
Program:
Self-discovery is a transformative journey that enhances self-awareness and aligns your life with your true values and passions. Engaging in activities like mindfulness, creative expression, energy practices and gentle movement promote deeper understanding of self and personal growth. Embracing self-discovery can improve wellbeing and help navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence.
• Energy Exploration: The physical body and energy are deeply interconnected, your body is both a vessel for physical life and a conduit for subtle, energetic fields that influence consciousness and well-being. We will explore how we leak our energy and how we can cultivate and care for it.
• Qigong & Yoga Exploration: Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that integrates movement, breath, and meditation to cultivate and balance the body’s vital energy, known as qi. Kundalini Yoga is a spiritual practice aimed at awakening the dormant energy at the base of the spine to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual awareness. Kripalu Yoga is a compassionate and self-discovery-focused style of yoga that emphasizes mindfulness, breathwork, and personal empowerment through its practice. We will incorporate each of these into a playful inquiry to practice what we learn from our energy exploration.
• Creative Expression: Creative expression is the process of conveying thoughts, feelings, and ideas through various artistic mediums, playing a vital role in emotional well-being and personal identity. You will be guided on a creative journey of self-discovery, using line, shape, texture, and color. Through playful exploration with a variety of mediums, you will create a unique abstract piece that reflects your inner self.
• Nature exploration: Come early (park opens at 11am) or stay late (park closes at 8 pm) to immerse yourself in the natural beauty surrounding Delphi Falls with nature walks or just soaking in the view. Enjoy your lunch outdoors.
Tentative Itinerary:
• 11:30 am Introductions / Rules / Mindfulness
• 12:00 pm Energy Exploration
• 12:30 pm Qigong and Yoga Exploration
• 1:45 Lunch
• 2:30 pm Creative Expression
• 5:00 pm Closing Discussion
Group Size: Minimum of 8 to a maximum of 30 participants – registration extended to August 30th.
Fee: $90 + $2.25 service fee
Refunds are not available after August 17, 2026.
Please reach out to us with any questions.
We look forward to enjoying a wonderful day filled with playful exploration and expression! ~ Lisa & Kera
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