4 Day Private Healing Grief Art and Yoga Retreat in Normandy, France
France Wellness Retreat in Saint-James
Alison is glad that you are considering joining her at La Maison de L'Artiste for a nurturing retreat tailored just for you. She is truly looking forward to supporting you on this journey!
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Highlights
- Personalized art therapy sessions
- Daily guided yoga and meditation classes
- Art and creative expression and mindfulness lessons
- Nature walks, and journaling
- Massage and Reiki energy healing
- 3 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
- Transfers to and from the airport
Skill level
- Beginner
Yoga styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Lounge
You will stay in your own private cottage at La Maison de L'Artiste, a charming and character-filled French stone building built in 1860 adorned with original artwork that adds to its unique, homely atmosphere. Set on a peaceful property in Normandy, this beautiful retreat offers the perfect space to recover from grief, surrounded by nature and history. Your cottage is full of character, with rustic stone walls and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Outside, you will find a garden brimming with flowers, where you can sit quietly and reflect in the peaceful countryside.
The setting is serene, with open fields, forests, and fruit trees adding to the sense of calm. This unique retreat offers you a private, nurturing space for healing while also inviting you to connect with nature and the timeless beauty of the French countryside. If you decide to stay longer, there are picturesque towns and historic landmarks (Mont St Michel) nearby, perfect for gentle exploration. La Maison de L'Artiste is more than a place to stay—it is a haven of peace, character, and beauty, designed to support you on your journey of healing.
The cottage includes a separate bathroom, an open-plan lounge, and a kitchen, offering a comfortable space for relaxation. A lovely fireplace adds warmth, perfect for reflective evenings. Towels and linens are provided for your convenience. Alison’s house, art studio, yoga room, and massage room are all nearby, providing easy access to all retreat activities. While free Wi-Fi is available, they encourage you to embrace a digital detox during your stay to fully immerse yourself in the retreat experience and the healing surroundings.
Program
Whether you are looking for one-on-one support or wish to heal with family or friends, this retreat offers a safe, caring space where emotions can be expressed and transformed. Held in a peaceful home in the French countryside, the retreat spans four days and three nights. Through creative exercises like painting, drawing, and writing, you will explore your feelings. No art experience is needed. WOMEN'S CREATIVE ART & YOGA RETREATS will guide you every step of the way, offering gentle support as you work together to heal.
Over four days, you will work together to explore your grief in a warm and supportive environment. You will harness the healing power of creativity through simple and enjoyable activities - no art experience is required. If you are feeling stuck or trapped in your grief after losing a loved one, know that you are not alone. It is completely normal for grief to feel overwhelming and leave you feeling lost. Here, you will have the opportunity to express your emotions through art and journaling, helping you process your grief and difficult feelings like shock, guilt, anger, and regret.
Art therapy is a wonderful way to visualize your feelings and communicate what might be hard to say. You will engage in art therapy, gentle yoga, and mindfulness practices throughout your time together. WOMEN'S CREATIVE ART & YOGA RETREATS will also provide a soothing massage to help you on your healing journey. Set in the serene French countryside, this retreat focuses on exploring your grief, embracing healing, and uncovering the light that can arise from your experiences.
- Art for healing grief: No experience needed; explore emotions through creative activities
- Warm guidance: Led by Alison, a compassionate licensed art therapist and artist
- Holistic wellness: Enjoy gentle yoga, mindfulness, and soothing massages
- Tranquil setting: Nestled in the peaceful French countryside
- Focus on renewal: Emphasizes hope and new beginnings; you may leave loving yourself more
- Personalized art therapy sessions: Engage in creative activities to explore your emotions and process grief
- Professional guidance: Support from Alison, a compassionate licensed art therapist
- Gentle yoga classes: Two yoga sessions to help connect your mind and body, each lasting 60 minutes
- Mindfulness practices: Participate in mindfulness exercises to help you stay present and grounded
- Art meditations: Experience guided art meditations to help you express and release deep emotions
- Art materials: All necessary art supplies are provided for your creative expression
- Reiki healing: End your day with calming Reiki sessions to balance your energy
- Journaling activities: Integrate journaling with art therapy to further express your thoughts and feelings
A typical day
Each day at La Maison de L'Artiste is thoughtfully designed to gently guide you through your grief while nurturing your mind, body, and spirit. Each day offers a blend of creative expression, mindfulness, and healing practices, helping you gently process your grief while finding comfort and renewal. Here is what a typical day looks like:
Morning yoga and meditation
Start your day with gentle yoga and calming meditation to ground yourself and connect with your emotions.
Breakfast in the garden
Enjoy a peaceful, homemade breakfast surrounded by the serene beauty of the garden, setting a calm tone for the day.
Art expression
Spend a few hours exploring your grief through creative exercises like drawing, painting, and working with clay. Art meditations will help you express and release deep emotions, allowing you to see what emerges.
Lunch
A nourishing, homemade lunch is served, offering comfort and space for quiet reflection.
Nature walk and journaling
Take a meditative walk through the countryside, followed by journaling to process your thoughts and feelings.
Creative expression and mindfulness
Engage in more artistic activities that focus on being creative for yourself, allowing your emotions to unfold naturally.
Massage
Unwind with a soothing Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage, designed to release physical tension and support emotional healing.
Dinner
Enjoy a cozy, home-cooked dinner that nurtures your body and soul.
Reiki energy healing
End your day with a calming Reiki session to balance your energy and bring a sense of peace before bedtime.
Included excursions
Experience serene walks in the beautiful French countryside for reflection and peace.
Instructors
Alison Coutlhurst
Alison is an artist and art therapist. Her role as an art therapist can help clients explore and express themselves authentically. She says "Creating art can heal us, inspire us and leave us filled with happiness and love." In the creativity retreats, Alison uses art therapy to help women express and explore emotions. It is all about connection, connecting with yourself, connecting with others, connecting with nature and what truly matters.
Retreat location
The retreat will take place in Saint-James, Normandy, France.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
You will be served three home-cooked vegetarian meals daily with afternoon tea and delicious homemade treats included in the price.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
Spa treatments
Enjoy a relaxing 60-minute Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage included in the price to release tension and promote healing.
What's included
- Personalized art therapy sessions
- Gentle yoga classes
- Mindfulness practices
- 1 soothing massage
- Art meditations
- Nature walks
- Reiki healing
- Journaling activities
- Professional guidance
- 3 nights accommodation
- Nourishing meals
- Afternoon tea and delicious homemade treats
- Art materials
- Airport transfers
What's not included
- Flights
- Insurance
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Charles de Gaulle Airport (Roissy Airport)
297 km
Transfer not provided
Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport
49 km
Transfer included
Nantes Atlantique Airport
147 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 16.94% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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