The Heartbeat of the Unknown: Re-Wild & Re-Center the Spirit with Monica & Kendall

As the warm Oaxacan sunlight welcomes you, you step into a transformative journey of authenticity and wild energy amidst the small fishing town of San Agustinillo. Here, on the Pacific coast of Oaxaca, nestled between the enchanting Mazunte and the free-spirited Zipolite, lies our perfect sanctuary — the Zazil Retreat. This radiant haven of serenity and healing, named after the Mayan word for 'light', grants us the space to illuminate our path to re-wilding and re-centering in the heart of nature. As you settle into this beautiful cocoon, the symphony of the coast whispers through your senses, aligning your inner self with the rhythm of the wild.

Registration begins at 3:00 pm, offering time to get settled and prepare for the transformative experience ahead. At 5:00 pm, we’ll meet the group at a one-hour Restorative Yoga session, which will help us unwind from our travels and sink into the healing nature of this journey. Begin to dial down the noise of negative emotions, fostering an enriched connection to your authentic self and the kindred spirits around you. As twilight descends, gather for a welcome ceremony and nourishing dinner, a celebration of beginnings. The journey to re-wild, re-center, and to rediscover your truth and inner self has begun.

As the first light of day paints the sky, we meet the dawn with a light breakfast and time for nature walks and journaling. Our slow start to the day lends itself to meditation, awakening the spirit within us and aligning our heart’s energy with the new day. After our session, we’ll experience a yoga class geared towards stability, helping us find balance both literally and figuratively. From here, enjoy ample free time for lunch, holistic treatments, and the freedom to explore ar your own pace.

The late afternoon invites us to relax, release, and heal through Yoga Nidra, a group Reiki session, and Breathwork. These powerful modalities will support our journey towards inner peace and awaken a new path of self-discovery and harmony.

As evening approaches, we come together for a communal dinner at the retreat where we can celebrate the day's journey, our hearts filled with gratitude for our shared experiences and the anticipation of the learnings yet to come.

As the soft golden light of sunrise bathes the coast, we greet the day with time for introspection through a light breakfast, journaling, and nature’s healing energy. Together, we’ll meet for a meditation session, followed by Stability Yoga, where we can move and breathe, our energies harmonizing with the rhythmic melody of the surrounding landscape. These sacred practices serve as a serene prelude to the day's unfolding wisdom.

Lunch will be provided at the retreat, the local chef offering us a taste of the country through their culinary masterpieces. After ample free time to rest, integrate, and explore, the day will culminate in a journey, meant to help you release what no longer serves you, confront your fears, and hone your inner joy — the true path to spiritual freedom. Those not participating in the journey will have a free afternoon. We suggest checking out La Ventanilla, take a Crocodiles and Iguanas Eco Tour, hang ten at a surfing lesson, or explore Zipolite.

As the dawn breaks, we gather again for morning rituals of food, journaling, breath, and movement. Today’s yoga session will be one of Vinyasa, an energizing practice that will leave you feeling engaged and inspired. As our bodies find alignment with the rhythm of the day, our minds find peace in the tranquil symphony of the Pacific.

While the day unfolds, we immerse ourselves in a variety of sacred practices, starting with a Temazcal session (sweat lodge experience), followed by a Cacao ceremony using the Earth’s natural medicine to heal and grow. Let this sweet drink open your heart and shift your energy to a place of forgiveness and love.

We’ll close out a spectacular day in Mexico with sunset views in Punta Cometa and a delicious meal back at the retreat under the stars. Nourish the body with local foods, and feed the soul with laughter and reflection.

We begin the day with our usual ritual of breakfast, nature, and reflection, aligning our inner rhythm with the heartbeat of the cosmos. After our rejuvenating start, meditation and a Dharma talk segue into our Vinyasa practice, offering us time, space, and energy to center our minds, ground our bodies, and manifest the abundance we so deeply deserve. From here, free time abounds, offering the chance for holistic treatments and a beach day at Zipolite. Soak in some vitamin D and sea on our last full day of peace in Mexico.

A special closing ceremony winds down our day, a chance to reflect and share with the group before one last dinner together. Embrace all that you’ve seen, experienced, and learned with new friends, and toast to the new beginnings that await you back home.

As dawn breaks on our final day, we gather for our last sessions together, including a light breakfast, journaling, meditation, and a relaxing yoga session. After a final shared lunch, we will say our goodbyes.

When you depart Zazil, you'll carry with you not just memories, but also a renewed sense of self, the echoes of your re-wilded spirit, and the tools you need to thrive moving forward in life. Travel safe, and we hope you'll join us again!