Awaken the Muse
Join us in the beautiful
LAKE ATITLÁN, GUATEMALA
APRIL 13-19, 2026
GUIDED BREATHWORK JOURNEYS ~ SOMATIC + SENSORY EXPERIENCES ~ YOGA + MOVEMENT ~ ART + CREATIVE WORKSHOPS ~ EARTH + NATURE IMMERSION ~ SPIRITUAL CONNECTION + CEREMONY ~ FRIENDSHIP + COMMUNITY
YOU HAD ME AT GUATEMALA ~
TO INHABIT THE MUSE IS
To see the world through inspired eyes,
To embrace mystery with rich curiosity,
To make space for the unexpected,
To move through life mesmerized and enchanted
It is the ability to sense the intrinsic beauty, benevolence and brilliance in all things —
People, Earth, Self, the Divine Art, Ideas and Creations
It is playing rebelliously in the limitless realm of imagination, possibility and potential.
The Muse recognizes that art is not just a pretty picture you paint but a continuous, embodied state of expression;
A catalyst of healing, a channel of spiritual connection, a conduit of creativity, collaboration + change
A way of living, feeling, existing and interacting
A bridge between the seen and unseen, the impossible and impossible
An instrument for integration and storytelling
Art is a ceremony of sacred mess, a portal through the chaos, a sensorial experience, an exhibit of the inner world.
Awaken the Muse is a 7-day women’s retreat on the sacred shores of Lake Atitlán, Guatemala, designed to open you to the deepest parts of your being—your heart, your body, your soul, your spirit, your mission, your creativity and your intuition— in a safe, supportive and inspiring setting.
Let’s cut to the chase, many of us are operating in a state of stress, overstimulation and desensitization. With mass exposure to social media and news stories, at the pace in which we are moving and the quantity in which we are consuming, it is no wonder we are numbed out, stressed out, burnt out and tapped out. Unconscious fear is taking over our energy systems and leaning into the illusion of material safety
And simultaneously, many of us are growing an awareness around it that is nudging us to make a change, individually and collectively—
To reclaim authority of our time, energy and wellbeing,
To make art and create ceremony again,
To sit with earth, higher power and community,
To reconnect to our body’s wisdom and intuitive guidance,
To break historical cycles and to share soul-based missions that leaves a mark on this world for the better.
Because it’s true- external stimulus and artificial systems will not connect us to what your inner intelligence, biological being and spiritual systems can.. and somewhere deep down, beneath the illusions of material standards and constructs, we know that.
And it is through the energy of the muse and artist — creativity, curiosity, inspiration, imagination and expression— that we ignite intuition, expand awareness, integrate change, inspire action and arrive in embodiment.
You might be sitting here thinking, “I’m not creative!”
But, oooh baby, you are and you just don’t know it yet.
Creativity, intuition and artistry are not gifts exclusively given to some, but intrinsic, natural forces within each one of us, ready to be experienced and embraced!
So, yes— This retreat is for the women who identify as visionaries, artists and creatives and it is also for the women who don’t but are ready to.
IN FACT, IF YOU ARE:
✺ Navigating a liminal space between the no longer and the not yet, endings and beginnings, change and transitions
✺ Struggling to outwardly express what you’re internally experiencing- feelings, ideas,
✺ Living in a looping state of stress + survival and need optimal outlets to regulate your energy and restore vitality
✺ Seeking experiential + integrative art forms that catalyze deeper consciousness, connection, inspiration, healing and embodiment within
✺ Prepared to dismantle the limiting beliefs, intrusive thoughts and protective identities that keep you running into the walls of boxes you were never meant to live in
✺ Craving true inner safety—not as a concept, but as a lived experience from which your most embodied, secure self can emerge
✺ Seeking modalities and practices that go beyond surface-level self-care
✺ Sick of playing small and living invisibly and you’re ready to share your gifts, your mission, your truth and your authenticity out loud
✺ Seeking healing and transformation not just through deep, vulnerable, shadow work but through joy, creativity, play and the kind of soul-stirring celebration that brings your whole being online
✺ Ready to come into greater presence and clear connection with the beauty, the benevolence and the brilliance of the world, both around you and within you
THEN GIIIIIIRL, THIS RETREAT IS UNDOUBTEDLY, UNDENIABLY FOR YOU
SAY NO MORE! I’M READY TO SIGN UP ~
A Sacred Vessel Retreat is not some average yoga retreat with an itinerary of watered-down self-care practices that temporarily hit but fizzle out, leaving you back at square one. They are deeply therapeutic, immersive experiences for those seeking a ‘bust-you-wide-open’ journey of soul-reclamation, heart-leadership, and subconscious healing— with trauma-informed care and integration support to help it all stick.
We hold space and facilitate from the belief that you are your own best healer.
That your body is an innately intelligent force of nature, that your intuition is a divine source of aligned guidance and truth and that your soul knows who you’re here to be and wtf you’re here to do, learn, share, experience, feel, etc.
Simultaneously, we honor that “it takes a village” - a human village, an earth village, a spiritual village - to support us in our soul-work, our mission and our human experience.
That’s why we have built a retreat framework that specifically emphasizes these areas of focus, exploration and relationship:
Somatic + Sensory Experiences
From deep therapeutic breathwork journeys to experimental movement to morning yoga to guided meditation, this retreat will guide you through experiences and practices that take a body-based/bottom-up approach to self-discovery, embodiment, healing, regulation.
You are a primal, instinctual, powerful force of nature — it’s time you start acting like one ;)
Spiritual + Energetic Exploration
We are beyond our physical body, our logical thinking and our 3-D realm of reality.
We are spiritually, energetically, intuitively, emotionally and sensationally created and connected beings (!!!) and when we open up lines of communication with these channels, we open up to a world of higher intelligence, consciousness and attunement.
ART + CREATIVE WORKSHOPS
Art is an outlet of unique expression, experimentation and creation that gives words, voice and visual life to our imagination, feelings, ideas, thoughts, stories and experiences.
Together we will explore different avenues of art + creativity to wake up your curious, inspired, innovative, artistic nature.
EARTH-BODY CONNECTION
Our bodies are incarnations of the earth.
Because of our mirroring eco-systems, cosmic origins and elemental compositions, the Earth-Body connection helps us ground into our own root systems, reminds us of our body’s natural rhythms and teaches us to embrace the revolving seasons of birth and creation, death and decay, that cycle through us too.
SISTERHOOD + COMMUNITY CONNECTION
When women come together, with intention, meaning and purpose, magic happens and inspiration unfolds.
Community is an essential nutrient for our sense of belonging, connection, security and wellbeing.
When we form like-minded spaces to learn, collaborate, share and be seen in, we remember we are more alike than we are different, we are not alone. We co-create a environment of care, safety, love and support that allows us each to grow, thrive and unravel in.
For You — the Woman Who Feels the Inspired Stirring…
You’re feeling something rise within —
a wonder, a whisper, a readiness;
a quiet inspired knowing that it’s time to leap.
You’re exhausted from trying to hold it all together —
tightly gripping for control and functioning in survival mode.
Walking on a tightrope of fear, tension and stress,
genuinely afraid of what might happen if you fall off.
You’re tired of performing and perfecting;
Of running on a hamster wheel try and prove your worth;
Looking to others for validation, direction, praise and approval;
And fawning/people pleasing your way into a felt-sense of belonging.
You feel victimized by life as if it’s working against you,
cycling in patterns and mindsets you can’t seem to break.
White-knuckling your way through life and powering through on your own,
In a spiral of overthinking, anxiety, second-guessing and depletion.
You’re buried in a laundry pile of shame,
numb in your body, frozen in your expression and overthinking your every move.
Hooked in deep-seated beliefs that you’re not enough or you’re too much,
So you hold back, hide away, conform to standards and shrink down.
And still, something inside you is whispering:
It doesn’t have to be this way.
I don’t have to feel like this.
You might not have the full map yet, but you can feel the invitation:
to lean in, to get curious, to start somewhere;
to root into trust, to open your heart, to live from your own rhythm — not the world’s expectations.
You’re not chasing a quick fix or desiring a one-size-fits-all handbook.
You’re craving a real, intimate, loving connection — to your body, heart, spirituality, and inner-guidance.
You’re ready for soul-level transformation —
a safe space to release shame, reclaim your voice, embody your softness, and rediscover your creative power
You’re done with shrinking, settling, or self-abandoning;
with letting burdens of your past bleed into your present;
with trying to control, manipulate and manage every single area of your life, all the time.
You want a life that feels aligned and alive,
an inner sanctuary that feels safe and secure,
a spiritual connection that feels supportive and reliable,
and sisterhood that feels loving, rich and reflective.
You know that growth isn’t about becoming someone new —
it’s about remembering, accepting and celebrating who you’ve always been at your core;
That creativity and creation is not only a gift given to some —
But a intrinsic, powerful part of you ready to be opened, activated and embraced.
And that’s exactly what this experience offers.
If this resonates, you’re in the right place.
If you feel the pull — trust it.
It’s not random.
Listen and lean in.
WELL, CANT SAY NO TO THIS ~
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
✺ 6-night stay at The Seed Habitat
A vibrant, eco-conscious village nestled in the lush hills of Tzununá, Lake Atitlán — where the jungle meets the water and nature holds you close.
✺ On-site accommodations (private or shared) — Each space is charming, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed. Pricing varies by room and preference.
✺ 3 gourmet vegetarian meals daily
Nourishing, made-from-scratch meals prepared with local, seasonal ingredients to support your body, energy, and wellbeing.
✺ Transformational breathwork journeys
Deep therapeutic sessions to access the subconscious, release emotional blocks, and expand into greater clarity, embodiment, and self-trust.
✺ Yoga, movement & dance
Daily movement practices that honor your body’s rhythms and support nervous system regulation, embodiment, and joy.
✺ Transformational workshops & somatic practices
Thoughtfully guided sessions designed to support self-discovery, regulate your nervous system, release stored emotion, deepen spiritual connection, and awaken your intuition through introspective and embodied exploration.
✺ Cultural experiences & group excursion
Intentionally curated excursions and local immersion that invite you into play, presence, and connection with the magic of Guatemala.
✺ Mayan sauna (temazcal) & cold plunge
A sacred, purifying ritual to support energetic cleansing, emotional release, and physical restoration.
✺ Pre-retreat preparation call
A group Zoom call to connect, ground, and prepare you emotionally, practically, and energetically for the experience ahead.
✺ Post-retreat integration call
A virtual gathering to support your landing, integration, and embodied application of what you experienced during the retreat.
✺ Roundtrip group airport transportation
Transportation to and from the airport within designated travel windows (we’ll coordinate the details with you ahead of time).
Optional Add-Ons:
✺ Body & Energy Work Sessions
Choose from a full menu including massage, reiki, facials, and more to deepen your relaxation and healing.
✺ Local Tours & Activities
Explore beyond the retreat itinerary with optional excursions, available for booking in limited time slots.
✺ Seperate Airport Transfers & Excursion Arrangements
Private transportation and special excursion bookings outside of scheduled group times can be arranged for an additional fee.
NOT included:
✺ Airfare to and from Guatemala
✺ Travel-related fees such as insurance, vaccinations, visa costs, etc.
✺ Accommodation outside the retreat dates and location
✺ Additional food and drink expenses beyond those provided during the retreat
✺ Gratuities for staff and facilitators (optional)
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IMPORTANT SAFETY DISCLOSURE:
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We are committed to upholding client care and safety to the best of our ability, which means we are committed to transparency, consideration and ensuring our participants have what they need to make a well-informed, appropriate decision for themselves.
Breathwork is not recommended for people currently pregnant or people with a personal or family history of epilepsy, seizures, cardiovascular problems including angina or heart attacks, high blood pressure, aneurysms, glaucoma, retinal detachment, osteoporosis, or recent physical injuries, surgery or illness - particularly involving the brain, mouth, teeth, nose, throat, thyroid, immune system, lymphatic system, lungs, chest, ribs, spine, neck and/or reproductive organs.
Breathwork is not recommended for people with a personal history of mental illness, personality disorders, hospitalization for any psychiatric condition or emotional crisis, suicidality, psychosis, drug or alcohol addiction without first consulting and receiving written clearance and approval from your healthcare provider. (If approved, please take required action and share notification of approval with Kat@SacredVessel.com)
