wellness retreatDesigning The Life We Want: Self Renewal in the Fall
This five-day workshop at Esalen invites participants to step back from their daily lives and examine the trajectory they are on. Facilitated by executive coach Mark Nicolson and wilderness guide Caitlin Wild, the program uses experiential exercises, movement, and group dialogue to help attendees clarify what brings them joy and purpose. Rather than lecture-based instruction, the workshop emphasizes active participation through reflection, intuitive listening, and embodied practices. Participants explore behavioral patterns that either support or undermine their goals, and work to cultivate a vision for the year ahead and the next phase of life. The program is designed for those seeking to align their actions with their values, navigate major life transitions, and deepen their sense of authentic impact in the world. All participation remains voluntary, though attending all sessions, including the final morning, is encouraged.
