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Soul Food: A Meditative Writing and Creativity Retreat


  • Wisdom House Retreat & Conference Center 229 East Litchfield Road Litchfield, CT, 06759 United States (map)

Presenter: Julie Rumrill, MS, MBSR

Join us for this weekend retreat, where we carve out time to settle the mind and nervous system and relax into the comfort and beauty of the Wisdom House. This restorative retreat includes a thoughtful balance of compassion and mindfulness practices, expressive writing, gentle stretching, Tibetan Yoga, small creative projects, and time for independent reflection. All exercises, practices and activities are offerings. Take what you like, and leave feeling deeply relaxed and refreshed.

$145 | Private Bedroom with Private Bathroom

$130 | Private Bedroom with Hall Bathroom

We’re honored to offer scholarship opportunities to programs and retreats, creating opportunities for everyone. Please call (860) 567-3163 to find out more.

The health and safety of our guests and staff are of paramount importance to us. We follow the COVID-19 guidelines provided by the State of Connecticut and the CDC. If Wisdom House is forced to close to comply with the guidelines issued by the State of Connecticut or the CDC, we will return all funds received to date.

Julie Rumrill, MS, MBSR, is a local author, writing coach, faculty member and professional consultant originally from the quiet corner of Connecticut. She is a registered yoga teacher and certified instructor of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Julie has 20 years of experience with contemplative practices and her formal education was deepened through volunteer work and trainings in Indonesia, India, and Guatemala. She has led retreats and mindfulness sessions for the U.S. Coast Guard, corporate entities, non-profits, academia, first responders, and of course – Wisdom House.