The Sacred Pause: A Restorative Retreat for Women
November 6 - 8, 2026
Traverse City, MI
This is your invitation to step away from the demands of everyday life and give yourself the gift of a weekend that's all about you.
Imagine mornings without an agenda.
Freshly prepared farm-to-table meals shared around the table.
Deep conversations with incredible women who just get it.
Evenings spent around a bonfire, soaking in a hot tub under the stars, laughing, reflecting, and simply being.
No one needs anything from you here.
Just space to rest, reconnect with yourself, and allow yourself to be poured into for a change.
This retreat is a sacred pause for the woman who does everything.
You are the leader, the entrepreneur, the one everyone counts on.
You are running your day with back-to-back commitments without even stopping to take a breath for yourself.
Your fuel these days are Venti lattes and protein bars.
And you are beginning to feel the impact of your fast-paced life mentally, emotionally, spiritually and physically.
You fall asleep thinking about what didn’t get done and wake up already feeling behind.
You’ve mastered showing up for everyone else - clients, team, family - but when it comes to showing up for yourself, there’s always something more urgent.
You can feel the tightness in your chest before your day even begins. The low-grade anxiety that never fully leaves. The constant mental checklist running in the background of every moment.
But, when was the last time you felt held instead of holding everything together for everyone else?
The Sacred Pause is where that shift begins.
Our Accommodations . . .
This retreat will be held at a lakefront sanctuary designed for both connection and rest. Nestled along the shores of Lake Arbutus, you’ll be surrounded by water, quiet mornings and unobstructed lake views.
During your stay, you’ll have access to: outdoor hot tubs, sauna + cold plunge, fire pits for evening connection and peaceful lakefront spaces for reflection
Your Space to Exhale
All meals are catered, farm-to-table, so you’ll be nourished with fresh, intentional meals shared in community, creating space for conversation, connection and presence without distraction.
Nourishment, Thoughtfully Done
By the end of these two days, you’ll leave with . . .
A reconnection to yourself.
One that feels fully present in her life and tangible. Not just “I feel better,” but rather, “I know what I want,” “I trust myself again,“ or “I feel like me.” This inspires you to live authentically.
A new baseline.
This is a new baseline for how to move through life to ensure you no longer run on empty, overcommit out of habit or push through exhaustion just to keep up.
Real, grounded connection.
The kind where you don’t have to compete or impress. Where conversations go deeper than surface-level “how are you” and you finish a conversation without checking your phone, You feel seen by women for who you truly are - a woman on a mission trying to figure out this whole game of life.
Ability to step out of go mode.
So, you can take a full breath, pause your day and trust that things don’t fall apart when you do. When you start to slow down, you have the space to actually enjoy life again and embrace your passions without checking the boxes.
Simple, repeatable tools.
Tools you will actually use when you need to stop spiraling after receiving news of a huge client leaving in under 5 minutes, how to say “No” without over-explaining or carrying guilt for the rest of the day, and how to recognize early signs of burnout before you hit the wall.
The experience of being held.
Where for once you are not the one making decisions, setting the schedule, solving problems or anticipating everyone else’s needs and your body can finally soften.
You will return home making cleaner decisions, creating space in your calendar without guilt and showing up with a steadiness your work, relationships and leadership can feel.
And most importantly . . .
You will remember what it feels like to be a woman outside of everything you carry.
Energy resets woven throughout your day like grounding walks, guided meditation, gentle yoga and intentional stretch sessions
Simple, powerful rituals and energy practices you can bring back into your real life
Guided journaling to help you reconnect with what you truly want, where you’re headed next, and what no longer fits
Interactive learning sessions that shift how you think, lead and show up
Intimate fireside circles where we have real conversations sharing what you’re navigating right now and receiving fresh perspective, and clear next steps you can action
Creative play sessions to reconnect you with joy, curiosity, and freedom
Dedicated silent reflection time to fully disconnect, reset and hear yourself again
Get Ready For . . .
Intimate workshops and masterminding in a sacred container on mental fitness, wellbeing and positive psychology plus an action plan and resources. $8,000
High proximity, hands-on support from your hosts throughout the retreat. $20,000
2 nights and 3 days at a lakeside sanctuary with your own room $1000
High-end, farm-to-table meals for your entire stay. $500
Fire ceremonies to support you in stepping into the version of you who is emerging after this retreat. $200
Daily movement and meditation from a certified teacher. $200
PLUS personal time throughout the 3 days for integration and use of the sauna, cold plunge, hot tub and onsite gym. PRICELESS
TOTAL RETREAT VALUE
$29,900
What’s Included . . .
Retreat Cost || $1,250
This is your invitation to step away from the constant demands, the decisions, the pressure to hold it all together, and the mental load that never seems to turn off. This is where you rest, realign and reconnect with yourself, your needs, your voice and what actually matters to you now.
Your Retreat Hosts
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Kim Dunn
FOUNDER
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Libby Rapin
LEADERSHIP COACH
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Lisa Tarkington
COACH AND SPEAKER
Frequently Asked Questions
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The retreat takes place at Lakemore Resort in Traverse City, Michigan. Nestled on the western shores of Arbutus Lake, the resort offers a tranquil, luxury lakefront setting perfect for restoration.
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This retreat is designed for women who constantly lead, manage and support others. Whether you are a professional, entrepreneur, caregiver, or visionary, this is for the woman carrying the weight of invisible labor who is ready to release the mental load of "47 open tabs" and return who she is meant to be.
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Expect a blend of guided workshops, connection, rest and tools to bring back home with you.
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A suggested packing list will be sent to all attendees closer to the event.
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Absolutely! We love shared experiences. However, please note that bringing a friend does not reduce your cost. To ensure every woman has the space to truly decompress, everyone is provided with their own private room.
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No. The retreat is designed as an immersive, overnight experience without the interruption of commuting or outside responsibilities.
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Arrival: Friday, November 6. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Departure: Sunday, November 8. We wrap up with a closing circle and depart by 10:00 AM
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Every attendee will have their own private room in a luxury lakefront home. The homes feature open-concept kitchens, screened porches with fire pits and modern amenities.
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You can transfer your ticket to another participant.
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Yes. Lakemore Resort offers an ADA-compliant home with a wheelchair-accessible main level bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen. Please let us know your specific needs during registration so we can ensure you are comfortably accommodated.
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Transportation to and from the resort is not included. The resort is approximately 10 miles (a 15-minute drive) from downtown Traverse City and Cherry Capital Airport (TVC). There is on-site parking for those driving.