Are you ready for the Nagdeo experience?
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We are open for retreats, gatherings, and stays. Our versatile mountain oasis welcomes teachers, healers, practitioners, companies, and families seeking personal growth, professional development, or reconnection. From corporate events to intimate getaways, we offer a serene, inspiring setting for your memorable experience.
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​ Unique Retreats
at NAGDEO SANCTUARY
2024
Next Retreat:
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Friday, October 25th - Sunday, October 27th​
Playing You!
Finding Your Breakthrough Self​​
October 25-27th,
Playing You!
Finding Your Breakthrough Self:
The Key to Overcoming Fear and Taking Action
Join us for a transformative workshop designed to help you uncover and activate the archetype or alter-ego that empowers you to take the next steps in your life. Whether you're seeking personal growth, navigating career transitions, overcoming life challenges, or exploring new life roles, this experience will equip you with the tools and insights to conquer fear, unlock your potential, and achieve your breakthrough.
What to Expect:
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Explore your current archetypes and roles
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Identify limiting beliefs and patterns
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Create your "Breakthrough Self" through guided exercises
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Develop an action plan for lasting change
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Connect with like-minded individuals in a supportive environment
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Personalized breakthrough sessions
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Meditation and visualization techniques
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Creative workshops and theater games
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Accountability partnering
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Post-retreat Zoom follow-up
You Will Take Home:
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Your Breakthrough Self
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Practical tools for ongoing transformation
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Two free books to support your journey
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A custom T-shirt as a daily reminder
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Lifelong connections and support network
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Embrace change. Unleash your potential. Find your Breakthrough Self!
Space is limited. Go to cindyloubarlow.com for more information and to register
Meet Your Guides:
Cindy Lou Barlow is a multifaceted actor, director, filmmaker, playwright, and theater coach with a flair for personal transformation. With an MFA in Acting and a rich background in Eastern wisdom and Taoist practices, Cindy brings a holistic approach to her teaching. Her philosophy, "Playing myself is the most sacred of all art forms," guides participants to explore their inner selves and embrace their unique narratives. She is also the author of Playing You! A Star Is Born, Book 1: Acting Secrets to Create the Life You Really Want, where she shares her insights on using acting techniques to craft a purposeful and fulfilling life.
Richard Weingartner is a celebrated drama educator and director known for his rigorous and inspiring teaching methods. Described as a "boot camp of the mind, body, and soul," Richard's workshops challenge participants to reach beyond their limits and discover the true essence of acting. His approach focuses on leaving behind ego and angst to connect with something greater, ultimately leading to profound personal breakthroughs. Richard is also the author of One Second Ahead: A Fool's Guide to Teaching Drama, which provides invaluable tools, processes, and insights for teachers, students, actors, playwrights, and directors, capturing the art of teaching drama in a comprehensive volume.
PAST EVENTS
At Nagdeo Sanctuary, we have hosted a variety of retreats and events, each one unique and memorable in its own way. From spiritual and health-focused retreats to corporate team-building events, we have created a space is perfect for any occasion.
Runner Retreats
Friday, August 2- Sunday, August 4th
For the complete weekend experience, stay both nights and join the Nagdeo Lodge-15K Twilight Trail Run & Revelry, combining the ultimate challenge with nature's adventure.
Nagdeo Lodge-15K Twilight Trail Run & Revelry
Join us for an unforgettable experience on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the Nagdeo 15K Twilight Trail Run & Revelry!
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Nagdeo Sanctuary transforms into a trail runner's twilight run for our 2024 Nagdeo 15K. This unique event offers participants the opportunity to challenge themselves on rugged mountain trails while experiencing the rejuvenating power of Vermont's natural splendor. The breathtaking trail run takes you through the majestic mountains of Vermont, challenging runners with diverse terrain including dirt byways, grassy meadows, overgrown passages, and horse trails. You'll find moments of introspection and connection with nature that only a twilight trail run can provide.
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Starting at 6:00 PM, runners will experience the serene beauty of Vermont's landscape as day turns to twilight. The course features a demanding final ascent in the last two miles, testing your endurance and determination.
After conquering the scenic 15K trail, celebrate your achievement with live music, delicious local BBQ, Wood Belly pizzas, and one complimentary beer per runner. Additional beverages will be available for purchase. Embrace the opportunity to connect with fellow runners and nature enthusiasts in this unique setting.
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For more information and to register, click the link below.
Twilight to Dawn -Ultimate Backyard Ultra
Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Nagdeo 24-Hour Twilight to Dawn Backyard Ultra!
Challenge your limits at this 24-Hour Backyard Ultra, set against the backdrop of Vermont's pristine mountains. This unique event combines the thrill of ultrarunning with the tranquility of nature, offering participants a chance to push their boundaries on a diverse 4.167-mile loop. Each hour brings a new opportunity to conquer the course, recover, and prepare for the next lap.
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As day turns to night and back again, immerse yourself in the rhythm of the race and the beauty of your surroundings. More than just a test of physical endurance, the Nagdeo Backyard Ultra invites runners to connect with themselves and fellow competitors in a supportive, meditative environment.
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After conquering the scenic 24-hour Backyard Ultra trail, celebrate your achievement with live music, delicious local BBQ, and Wood Belly pizzas. Embrace the opportunity to connect with fellow runners and nature enthusiasts in this unique setting. Race starting time: 8:00 PM.
For more details and to register click on the link below.
Thursday, July 25th-Sunday July 28th
Removing the Mask, Remembering Who You Are
Presented by The New Mysteries
An all-inclusive transformative retreat designed to help you rediscover your authentic self
In our fast-paced world, we often wear masks to fit in, protect ourselves, or meet societal expectations. This retreat offers a rare opportunity to shed these layers and reconnect with your true essence. Set in a serene environment, you'll embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and inner healing. Throughout this immersive experience, you'll:
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Explore the masks you've acquired throughout life
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Learn techniques to peel away conditioned behaviors
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Engage in powerful breathwork reflective exercises
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Connect with like-minded individuals on similar paths
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Discover tools to maintain authenticity in everyday life
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Participate in a sacred medicine ceremony
Our expert facilitators will guide you through a carefully crafted program, blending elements of work, mindfulness, and personal development. You'll have the chance to dive deep into your psyche, confront hidden aspects of yourself, and emerge with a renewed sense of purpose and clarity. This retreat isn't just about temporary relief - it's about creating lasting change. By removing your mask, you'll unlock your true potential and learn to live a more fulfilling, genuine life. Space is limited to ensure an intimate and supportive environment. Don't miss this chance to remember who you truly are.
Join us for Removing the Mask, Remembering Who You Are, and take the first step towards living authentically.
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Click on the link below to register and learn more.
