The idea for this retreat was born after a transformative experience in beautiful Bali in October 2024. I had the pleasure of attending my first wellness and yoga retreat with Sound of Om, a local yoga studio based in Jersey City, NJ. Alongside an intimate group of women from all over the world, I found myself part of a community that felt instantly meaningful. Though we came from different places and were in different stages of life, we shared something powerful: a deep desire to reconnect, reflect, and grow.

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Surrounded by strong, supportive women, I learned to listen to my instincts, trust myself more deeply, and speak my truth. I began to understand the importance of taking up space, honoring my needs and desires, and showing up as my full, authentic self. Being there, I felt accepted, empowered, and inspired in a way that stayed with me long after I returned home. That experience shifted something within me, and it made me want to do more.

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As a mental health counselor, I’ve always been passionate about creating safe, affirming spaces where people feel seen and supported. After Bali, I felt called to expand that work and I began teaching meditation and journaling classes at the studio as a way to hold space for reflection, healing, and meaningful connection.

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This retreat is a natural extension of that mission. It’s a blending of my professional training and my personal passion for well-being, self-discovery, and community. My intention is to create and offer the kind of space that changed my life, a space where you feel grounded, held, and free to rediscover yourself.

Atithan Kingsawat