Spring Awakening Retreat

A day to celebrate Brigid's Day and Imbolc, and harness the fresh spring energies which are AWAKENING, new beginnings, creativity & inspiration.

Sunday 1st Feb
12.30-5.30pm

We will gather in the beautiful Bective Mill dome, surrounded by nature. The day will start slow and soft, with our cacao ceremony and guided meditation. Then we will flow through practices to AWAKEN your senses and your energy. We will draw inspiration from Brigid, practicing powerful rituals with the elements of fire and water. And end with a somatic movement and breathwork practice by a special guest practitioner (see below)

The day will be enhanced by beautiful music, poetry, delicious snacks, nature and connection with other likeminded people.

What To Expect

Spring awakening workshop - Imbolc & Brigid wisdom, rituals, creative journaling exercises

Heart Opening Cacao Ceremony - with music, poetry and a guided visualisation meditation

Somatic Movement + Breathwork Practice with special guest (see below for details)

Powerful intention setting ritual to end the day

Hot Box Sauna and river dip (optional add on)

Wholesome snacks and treats

Spring Awakening Retreat | Bective Mill, Co. Meath | 1st February

A day to harness the energies of this time which are AWAKENING, new beginnings, fresh ideas, creativity & inspiration. Honouring Imbolc and Goddess Brigid. With ritual, cacao, breathwork, journalling, connection, immersed in nature in the beautiful Bective Mill, Co. Meath.

Sunday 1st February | 12.30-5.30pm

Regular price €99.00 EUR

Retreat Flow + Special Guest

Our day will begin slow and soft, with a cup of Ceremonial Cacao to bring us into our hearts . And from this place of deep presence and connection, I will guide you through a visualisation meditation exploring the days theme - new beginnings & awakening.

Then we will flow through practices and creative journaling exercises to AWAKEN your senses and your energy. We will draw inspiration from Brigid, practicing powerful rituals with the elements of fire and water. And end with a somatic movement and breathwork practice by a very special guest Evelin.

Evelin is an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist who specialises in somatic healing. Just as nature begins to bloom, this practice will help you release what no longer serves you, plant seeds of intention, and AWAKEN… with clarity and purpose.

Kind Words from previous attendees
Kind Words from previous attendees

“For the longest time I contemplated going to a retreat but I was apprehensive about going by myself. If this is you, take this as your sign and go! It will be one of the best decisions you make. Olivia creates a beautiful, strong and powerful retreat. The energised feeling you have after is like no other.”

Jenna, June 2024
Kind Words from previous attendees

"Olivia's retreat was such a beautiful, soulful day from start to finish. Every aspect of it was carefully thought out and planned and all of the little details were so special. The connection and energy between everyone was amazing and I left feeling so fulfilled and uplifted. It is such a special gift to yourself."

Barbara, June Retreat
Kind Words from previous attendees

“Olivia’s innate ability to hold space is nothing short of magical. With profound intuition, she effortlessly tunes in and offers precisely what is needed at the moment. It’s as if she has a direct line to the universe, guiding and nurturing with unwavering compassion.”

Tara, April 2024
Kind Words from previous attendees

“From the moment you walk into the retreat you feel a sense of purpose. Like the universe is saying, you are exactly where you need to be. The voice in your head telling you all the things you need to do is silenced"

Jenna, June 2024 (google review)

Things you may experience in a Cacao Ceremony

A heart opening journey of oneness, love and heightened feelings of joy.

Healing – releasing energy blocks, following your heart.

Finding a connection to your highest self, your own power and truth.

A deeper more focused meditation – being able to silence the mind, connect to the soul.

A balance of masculine and feminine energies in the body.

Enhanced creativity.

What is Ceremonial Cacao?

Ceremonial cacao is made with integrity in Guatemala - it has been ethically produced by indigenous people who have used it for ceremonial & medicinal purposes for centuries and honour its sacredness.

There is an energy, a spirit, sometimes referred to as Mama Cacao, that works through this plant and helps to activate a beautiful feminine energy within you.

This energy will helps you get out of your head and into your heart, where you can experience deeper relaxation, love, compassion, creativity and connection with yourself.

Cacao is packed with magnesium, iron, calcium, anti-oxidants and other things that make it one of the world’s most nourishing superfoods.

Anandamide - Known as the "bliss molecule", the word "Ananda" is sanskrit and means happiness and really helps to boost our mood and feelings of love, joy and acceptance.

Theobromine - Promotes the release of dopamine with cognitive enhancement properties it improves our focus and concentration, helping us get much deeper into our meditation and helps with connecting to our inner selves.