Regaining Your Internal Compass
With Andrea Sulusi-LMT, RM and Faraji Bhakti
August 10 - 13, 2025
Step away from the fast pace of daily life and immerse yourself in a rejuvenating experience designed to foster personal growth, deep relaxation, and renewal. This retreat offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, reflect on your life and goals, and engage in practices that nurture your overall well-being.
Guided by facilitators Faraji & Andrea, this retreat provides a holistic wellness journey in a stunning natural setting. Participants will enjoy:
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Yoga & Meditation Classes to cultivate inner peace
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Sound Therapy Healing Sessions for deep energetic alignment
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Level One Reiki Certification to expand personal and professional healing practices
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Scenic Hikes through breathtaking landscapes
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Natural Hot Springs to relax and restore
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Nourishing, Healthy Meals designed to support vitality
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Personal Development Sessions for introspection and growth
In a supportive and inclusive environment, participants are encouraged to set aside distractions and reconnect with their internal compass—whether deepening their spiritual practice, strengthening relationships, or simply embracing a restorative break from daily stresses.
Throughout the retreat, attendees will have the chance to build connections through group activities including:
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Stargazing under expansive night skies
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Drum Circles to share rhythm and energy
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And more moments of community & reflection
Whether seeking solitude or meaningful connection, this retreat offers a welcoming space for personal growth and renewal. Join us on this transformative journey and rediscover your path forward.
Retreat Schedule
Sunday, August 10th
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3:00 – 6:00 pm: Arrival time
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6:00 pm: Dinner
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7:00 – 7:30 pm: Breitenbush Orientation and Land Acknowledgement
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7:30 – 8:15 pm: Group introductions, retreat forecast, and handouts
Monday, August 11th
Facilitator: Andrea
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10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Morning Session
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Introduction to Reiki: Overview of the practice and its history
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Guided meditation
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Five Reiki Principles
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Introduction to Chi Gong: Overview of the practice and its history
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Guided Chi Gong practice
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Reiki self-treatment
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Discussion (how do you feel)
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1:00 – 2:00 pm: Lunch
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3:00 – 6:00 pm: Afternoon Session
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Guided Chi Gong practice
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Reiki practice for each other
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Group sharing and discussion
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Guided Qi Walking
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Reiki practice for each other
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6:00 – 7:30 pm: Dinner
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7:30 – 8:15 pm: Qi Gong Closing Ceremony + Certificates
Tuesday, August 12th
Facilitator: Faraji
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10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Morning Session
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Opening circle
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Yoga Pranayama and Trauma-Informed Yoga Asana Practice
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Sound bowl savasana
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1:00 – 2:00 pm: Lunch
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4:00 – 6:00 pm: Afternoon Session
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Guided chanting session
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Awakening inner animal
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Restorative Yoga
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6:00 – 7:00 pm: Dinner
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7:30 pm: Optional Creative Activities
Wednesday, August 13th
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10:00 – 11:30 am: Closing Circle Ceremony
- Reflections
- One-on-one Debriefs and Testimonials
- Poetry
Note: Must be packed up from lodging and campsite before 1:00 pm.
About the Leaders

Andrea Sulusi-LMT, RM
Andrea is a Reiki Master and Licensed Massage Therapist serving the Tacoma and Seattle, WA areas. Since 2016, she has specialized in a wide range of modalities, including Lomi Lomi, Deep Tissue, Prenatal, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Trauma-Informed Touch, Sports Massage, Reiki, and Energy Medicine. Her passion for holistic wellness shines through in her individualized approach, […]
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Faraji Bhakti
Faraji is a dedicated trauma-informed yoga instructor, integrating Reiki, poetry, and sound healing into his wellness practice. He holds a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Certification from Sarahjoy Marsh at the DAYA Foundation and is also certified in Trauma-Informed Yoga through Yoga Behind Bars. His commitment to fostering healing and empowerment extends to peer-to-peer facilitation certification and […]
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