How to Fall in Love Retreat - October 12-15, 2018, Southbourne-on-Sea, Dorset
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About the Retreat
Three days, a small group of wonderful women, companionship, compassion, self-love, nourishment, comfort, healing, letting go, transformation, just minutes from the Dorset coastline and the sea.
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Watch this video of me at the beach:
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I've learned from experience that nothing changes in my life unless I make it a priority, unless I identify the steps I need to take and start to move towards my goals. If you are ready to prioritise your hopes and dreams for a healthy and loving relationship, I'd be delighted to help.
My autumn 'How to Fall in Love' retreat will be held on the weekend of October 12-15 at a beautiful guest house, a few minutes walk from the beach in Southbourne-on-Sea, between Bournemouth and Christ Church, in Dorset (less than 2 hours on a direct train from London).
Over the course of the weekend, we'll explore a series of exercises designed to help you form a deeper and more loving relationship with yourself, accept yourself wholeheartedly, connect to your heart and intuition, understand any blocks or barriers that might be standing in the way of love, let go of anything that's stopping you from forming a relationship, set healthy and loving boundaries, create a wonderful vision for all areas of your life and commit to moving forwards.
What previous retreat participants have said:
“Thank you for facilitating this amazing, transformative experience. You are gifted at giving space for voices, encouraging women and fostering dreams. I’m grateful!” - Mandy, 43, May 2018
“Katherine is a wise and intuitive guide. I loved the combination of learning and activities in an idyllic location and setting. I am more aware of myself and the relationship I intend to have,” – Sharon, 56, May 2018
“I left much stronger. I think it was a turning point. I was in a very sad place the week before but I left full of hope, energy and self-esteem. I feel calmer and more believing in a good future!" - Naiara, 35, May 2018
“I have just returned from Katherine’s 3-day retreat and although I’m not one for writing reviews I feel the need to do so in this instance. The accommodation was lovely, with a warm and friendly family feel. The food was fresh and healthy and the company was inspiring. To be so close to the beach for me was both comforting and humbling and I feel so proud of myself for making the decision to book my place at the retreat. I would recommend it to anyone - we all need a little self-care and sometimes the only way to see a way for change is to try something different from our usual approach to life. I feel honoured to have spent my weekend with such a kind, caring and inspiring group of ladies. Thank you Katherine for bringing us all together,” - Sara, 44, May 2018
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My goal is that you would leave the retreat feeling refreshed, energised and supported, more peaceful and more hopeful, with a greater awareness of yourself and your relationship patterns, and with enthusiasm to move forwards on your journey to love. We will work indoors and outdoors (weather permitting), using our beautiful surroundings - the sea and the beach - to reconnect to ourselves, to re-awaken the playful child inside of us, and to facilitate restoration, healing and increased self-awareness. There will also be free time to enjoy an activity of your choice, such as paddleboarding, a river cruise, beach walking, observing a painting demonstration, or swimming in the sea, which is just five minutes on foot from our accommodation. (There is a small additional cost for paddleboarding and the river cruise).
Spaces are limited. The maximum group size is 9 (10 including me) so please get in touch soon if you are interested.
My autumn 'How to Fall in Love' retreat will be held on the weekend of October 12-15 at a beautiful guest house, a few minutes walk from the beach in Southbourne-on-Sea, between Bournemouth and Christ Church, in Dorset (less than 2 hours on a direct train from London).
Over the course of the weekend, we'll explore a series of exercises designed to help you form a deeper and more loving relationship with yourself, accept yourself wholeheartedly, connect to your heart and intuition, understand any blocks or barriers that might be standing in the way of love, let go of anything that's stopping you from forming a relationship, set healthy and loving boundaries, create a wonderful vision for all areas of your life and commit to moving forwards.
What previous retreat participants have said:
“Thank you for facilitating this amazing, transformative experience. You are gifted at giving space for voices, encouraging women and fostering dreams. I’m grateful!” - Mandy, 43, May 2018
“Katherine is a wise and intuitive guide. I loved the combination of learning and activities in an idyllic location and setting. I am more aware of myself and the relationship I intend to have,” – Sharon, 56, May 2018
“I left much stronger. I think it was a turning point. I was in a very sad place the week before but I left full of hope, energy and self-esteem. I feel calmer and more believing in a good future!" - Naiara, 35, May 2018
“I have just returned from Katherine’s 3-day retreat and although I’m not one for writing reviews I feel the need to do so in this instance. The accommodation was lovely, with a warm and friendly family feel. The food was fresh and healthy and the company was inspiring. To be so close to the beach for me was both comforting and humbling and I feel so proud of myself for making the decision to book my place at the retreat. I would recommend it to anyone - we all need a little self-care and sometimes the only way to see a way for change is to try something different from our usual approach to life. I feel honoured to have spent my weekend with such a kind, caring and inspiring group of ladies. Thank you Katherine for bringing us all together,” - Sara, 44, May 2018
Click here for more testimonials
My goal is that you would leave the retreat feeling refreshed, energised and supported, more peaceful and more hopeful, with a greater awareness of yourself and your relationship patterns, and with enthusiasm to move forwards on your journey to love. We will work indoors and outdoors (weather permitting), using our beautiful surroundings - the sea and the beach - to reconnect to ourselves, to re-awaken the playful child inside of us, and to facilitate restoration, healing and increased self-awareness. There will also be free time to enjoy an activity of your choice, such as paddleboarding, a river cruise, beach walking, observing a painting demonstration, or swimming in the sea, which is just five minutes on foot from our accommodation. (There is a small additional cost for paddleboarding and the river cruise).
Spaces are limited. The maximum group size is 9 (10 including me) so please get in touch soon if you are interested.
Who's the retreat for?
This retreat is for women who want to form a healthy and loving partnership and who are ready to prioritise their romantic lives. It's for women who would like to deepen their relationship with themselves, increase their self-love and self-care, connect to their intuition, explore their patterns of behaviour, understand how to change any unhealthy patterns, increase their self-awareness and take some time out to refresh, restore, heal, let go, renew and plan the next steps on their journey to love and wholehearted living.
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For more info, watch this video:
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I will tailor the content of the retreat to suit the group (you will receive a questionnaire before the retreat) but you can expect the weekend to include some of the following exercises: guided meditation and visualisation; letting go of people and things; vision drawing; setting loving goals and healthy boundaries; journaling; exercises to deepen self-acceptance and that sense that we are loveable; group sharing in a safe space; creative play on the beach; and bracing, restorative walks. All exercises and activities are optional. I encourage full participation but you are welcome to use the time and space as you please, in whatever way best serves you.
Logistics
The retreat runs from Friday, Oct 12th at 6 pm until Monday Oct 15th at 10 am. You are welcome to arrive any time after 2 pm on Friday to use your room and explore the beach and local area. There will be an informal welcome on Friday at 6 pm, followed by dinner at 7 pm and an evening workshop from 8:30 pm. Workshops begin after breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, with breaks for coffee, lunch and dinner. There will be some free time on Saturday afternoon for activities or rest. Workshops continue after dinner on Saturday while Sunday will be a more relaxed social evening. Check-out is on Monday after breakfast.
Venue
Our home for the weekend is a wonderful guesthouse in Southbourne-on-Sea that is also an artists' academy: Artists Studio BnB. It is a comfortable, nurturing environment with fabulous, healthy food. Accommodation is in single rooms (they are actually double rooms with a double bed, but with sole occupancy), all of which are en suite, or there are 2 good-sized twin rooms available. One of the twins is an annexed room so you sleep in private bedrooms but share a shower.
Cost
The following prices include all guided exercises, 3 nights' accommodation (Friday, Saturday and Sunday), all meals from Friday dinner until Monday breakfast inclusive, teas and coffees, snacks such as fruit and biscuits, delicious cake, and wine. Pick-ups can be arranged from Pokesdown station free of charge if arrivals are at convenient times. Otherwise, taxis are available from Bournemouth or Pokesdown.
Sole occupancy of a double room SOLD OUT
Earlybird before Aug 12: £560
Full price after Aug 12: £635
Standard twin room SOLD OUT
Earlybird before Aug 12: £440
Full price after Aug 12: £515
Annexed twin room SOLD OUT (bedrooms are divided by a wall and door so you sleep in separate rooms; shared bathroom)
Earlybird before Aug 12: £495
Full price after Aug 12: £570
I may have two non-residential places depending on numbers. SOLD OUT. The cost of a non-residential place, including all meals and retreat activities (excluding small fee for paddleboarding or boat trip), is £295 before Aug 12 or £370 afterwards. Please get in touch if of interest.
All rooms are en suite. All of the rooms are lovely. Some are bigger than others. Rooms at the front have bay windows while the rooms at the rear do not. Rooms will be allocated by size on a first-come, first-served basis.
To secure your place, please transfer a deposit of £150* to paypal.me/KatherineBaldwin or drop me an email at [email protected] to arrange a bank transfer. Please include a note to specify if you'd like a single or double room. The balance can be paid in installments but is to be paid in full by Sept 1st.
*Your deposit is non-refundable. If you cancel and I am able to resell your space, I am happy to refund any balance you have paid (minus the non-refundable deposit). If I cannot resell your space, I'm unable to refund your payment.
Sole occupancy of a double room SOLD OUT
Earlybird before Aug 12: £560
Full price after Aug 12: £635
Standard twin room SOLD OUT
Earlybird before Aug 12: £440
Full price after Aug 12: £515
Annexed twin room SOLD OUT (bedrooms are divided by a wall and door so you sleep in separate rooms; shared bathroom)
Earlybird before Aug 12: £495
Full price after Aug 12: £570
I may have two non-residential places depending on numbers. SOLD OUT. The cost of a non-residential place, including all meals and retreat activities (excluding small fee for paddleboarding or boat trip), is £295 before Aug 12 or £370 afterwards. Please get in touch if of interest.
All rooms are en suite. All of the rooms are lovely. Some are bigger than others. Rooms at the front have bay windows while the rooms at the rear do not. Rooms will be allocated by size on a first-come, first-served basis.
To secure your place, please transfer a deposit of £150* to paypal.me/KatherineBaldwin or drop me an email at [email protected] to arrange a bank transfer. Please include a note to specify if you'd like a single or double room. The balance can be paid in installments but is to be paid in full by Sept 1st.
*Your deposit is non-refundable. If you cancel and I am able to resell your space, I am happy to refund any balance you have paid (minus the non-refundable deposit). If I cannot resell your space, I'm unable to refund your payment.
About me
I am the author of How to Fall in Love - A 10-Step Journey to the Heart (Soul & Surf) and the creator of How to Fall in Love workshops and retreats. I am engaged to be married after falling in love in my 40s, following many years of dysfunctional relationships and self-harming behaviours, including an eating disorder, compulsive work and relationships with men who weren't available or who weren't good for me. I have been on a personal development journey for 14 years and in recovery from dysfunctional relationships and self-harming behaviours for a similar period. My writing on love, relationships and connection to self has appeared in national magazines and newspapers including Red, The Sunday Times, Psychologies and The Daily Mail and I have appeared on national radio and TV. I have a diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy Skills from the Westminster Pastoral Foundation, a degree from Oxford University and I'm a fellow of the School for Social Entrepreneurs. I am an intuitive, compassionate and empathetic coach. For more about me, click here.