wholehearted

BE YOU Retreat
January 20th-22nd 2023

This will be my 7th time to facilitate Brené Brown's
10 Guideposts for Wholehearted Living,
and it's going to be like nothing you've ever seen before.

Brené Brown summarizes her book, The Gifts of Imperfection, as
BE YOU

Not only will this be the first-ever BE YOU retreat, but we are going to be "moving the learning from our heads to our hearts" in a completely new way...
Equine-Facilitated Learning!

10 Hours of Continuing Education available

"Wholehearted living is not a onetime choice. It is a process. In fact, I believe it's the journey of a lifetime. My goal is to bring awareness and clarity to the constellation of choices that lead to Wholeheartedness and to share what I've learned from many, many people who have dedicated themselves to living and loving with their whole hearts."

-Brené Brown

MEET YOUR FACILITATORS

Lee Ann Hilbrich (she/her) is a writer, a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator of Brené Brown's work, a SoulCollage® Facilitator, a Qi Gong Teacher, and an Art & Yoga Teacher. She is certified in Equine-Facilitated Learning by The HERD Institute®.

The herd at Braving Star Farms is made up of Francis (pictured), Donkey (yes, a donkey named Donkey), and a painted mare named Dragon. There is also a flock which consists of Darla and Dolores Duck, and three hens. The Luna art barn cats are Gingy (who is shy) and Leche (who is deaf).

Braving Star Farms is located about an hour northeast of Houston. There are ponds to relax by, forests to bathe in, and a labyrinth to walk

Braving Star Farms
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Retreat Investment

The retreat cost includes:
All programming and supplies for 3 days
7 meals along with coffee, tea, and snacks
2 nights at the retreat cabin

10 Hours of Continuing Education are available upon request

Depending on which room you register for,
the cost of your retreat will be one of the options below.

And did you know...
After you stay in each of the four uniquely themed cabin rooms you'll get $200 off your next retreat.

The Sunflower Room (Private Queen Bed and Private Bath)
Entire master room to yourself $1010
This cost per person for sharing the bed with a friend is $910.

The Wildflower Room (Private Queen Bed and Shared Hallway Bath)
$945

The Bird Room (Private Twin Bed and Shared Hallway Bath) $910
The room is off the kitchen and the shared hallway bath is across the house.

The Star Room (A Shared Room of Two Twin Beds and Shared Hallway Bath)
$885 per bed

Tentative
BE YOU
Retreat Schedule

Friday January 20th
8:30-9am Check-In @ Braving Star Farms in Cleveland, TX
9:15-9:45am Orientation
10-12pm Guidepost 1
12-1pm Lunch
1-3pm Guidepost 2
3-4pm Break
4-6pm Guidepost 3
6:15-6:45pm Dinner
7-8:30pm Guidepost 4

Saturday January 21st
8-8:30am Breakfast
8:45-10:15am Guidepost 5
10:15-10:30am Break
10:30-12pm Guidepost 6
12:15-12:45pm Lunch
12:45-3:45pm Guidepost 7
4-6pm Guidepost 8
6:15-6:45pm Dinner
7-8:30pm Guidepost 9

Sunday January 22nd
Lunar New Year
8-8:30am Breakfast
8:45-10:45am Guidepost 10
10:45-11am Break
11-12pm Integration
12:15-12:45pm Lunch

Registration

SOLD OUT!
Contact me to join the Wait List

Please pay the $50 registration deposit below and make sure to include your 1st and 2nd room choices in the notes.

You will then be sent a registration google form and an invoice based on your room (minus your registration deposit). If your preferences are not available, and you do not wish to stay in an alternate room, I will refund your deposit. After both the invoice and form are complete, your spot will be secure, and you will receive a confirmation email.

Sign up before 11/20/22 and you'll receive a serendipitous Happy Mail from me
Registration Deadline is 1/10/23 or when rooms are sold out

If you invite someone who has never been to Braving Star Farms, and they sign up for this retreat, you get a $50 credit toward your next event or retreat at BSF.

FAQ

COVID Precautions
Either fully vaccinated or a negative COVID test result within 72 hours of arrival. Regardless of vaccination status or test results, if at the time of the retreat if you have had a close contact or are currently experiencing COVID symptoms, you must contact the retreat leader about ability to attend. Masks are not required at the retreat. Even with these precautions in place, there are no guarantees of safety from COVID at this retreat.

Food Preferences/Allergies
Meals will be made from local and and organic sources as much as possible. All meals will be gluten free and mostly plant-based. When you email to register, please specify any food preferences or allergies, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. There is a full kitchen available to participants.

What to Bring
For outside, you will need to have closed toe shoes as you will be walking across uneven pasture and there is always a chance of snakes in the area. For equine activities you must have outdoor boots. Please be prepared to remove your shoes for indoor spaces (you can bring slippers, socks, or indoor shoes).
Please wear comfortable clothing and pack a swimsuit. Plan for whatever weather-related items as needed: sunscreen, insect repellant, hat, raincoat, layers. Your bedding and towels will all be provided.
Please bring a copy of The Gifts of Imperfection, as well as a notebook or sketchbook.

Getting Here
Braving Star Farms is located an hour northeast of Houston in Cleveland, TX. The address and more details will be sent upon completed registration and payment. If you are flying in for the retreat, IAH is a a little bit closer than HOU, but either airport will work. Please contact me if you are interested in extending your retreat time at the cabin either before or after the retreat as it is on a first come first serve basis.

Internet/Phone Access
Since you will be in the country you may not have a good signal and it may be challenging to make phone calls or check emails. If your phone service is with AT&T, you should be okay. There will be a cellphone at the cabin for all participants to use if needed to make a call or to briefly hotspot, but please know there is no WIFI. Hopefully you can enjoy the opportunity to disconnect.

Cancellation Policies and Registration Help
If you need to cancel your spot in the retreat, I can offer a refund (minus a $50 non-refundable registration fee) if I am able to fill your spot from the waiting list. If I am not able to fill your spot, I can offer you a credit for a future retreat based on the timeline below:
If you cancel more than two months prior to your scheduled retreat, 100% of your retreat fee, minus a $50 rebooking fee, can be applied as a credit towards a future retreat, which must be used within one year. The credit will only be applicable for future retreats, not events.
If you cancel your retreat within two months of your scheduled retreat, 75% of your retreat fee can be applied as a credit towards a future retreat, which must be used within one year. You will forfeit 25% of the price you paid for the retreat.
If you cancel your retreat within one month of your scheduled retreat, 50% of your retreat fee can be applied as a credit towards a future retreat, which must be used within one year. You will forfeit 50% of the price you paid for the retreat.
If you cancel your retreat within two weeks of your scheduled retreat, you will forfeit your entire retreat payment.
I am also happy to transfer your spot to someone else who is able to take your place in the scheduled retreat with no transfer fee regardless of when you cancel. In this case, you will need to find the new participant yourself and receive reimbursement directly from them.

If the retreat does not meet the minimum number of participants, or in the case of a natural disaster, COVID-related closures or surges, or any other unforeseen reasons to cancel the retreat, I reserve the right to make any changes necessary to the retreat. In this case, I will offer you a full refund and/or the option to book another retreat. However, I will not be responsible for any changes made to your airfare or travel arrangements. For peace of mind, I recommend purchasing "cancel for any reason" trip insurance in case cancellations or changes arise.

Please email me if you need a payment plan or a deposit option. Limited partial scholarship are available for BIPOC, LGBTQ+ participants, or any in need of financial assistance. Email me to apply. At this time, Daring Discoveries' partial scholarships are only available to participants who have not received one in the past.