Return to Earth, Return to Self - A nature based initiation

Lesley and Veronica are hosting a deep-dive retreat in a remote place in the inner mountains of the south of Gran Canaria, with the intention of empowerment and connection to the Earth and your core essence. Are you looking for a space to deepen your connection with nature and with yourself? Do you feel the call to be initiated into sacred energy practices and to connect with a more powerful and loving version of yourself? We feel in our bones that, as humans and spiritual beings born in these times, we Are the change. This change comes from the Earth and from the light within each of us. We are living in times when the old is crumbling and the new has not yet fully taken form. Each of us carries a seed of transformation. What is your medicine? What is your song, your unique vibration? Are you ready to shine your light in these times of confusion, yet full of new possibilities? The new Earth is birthed through us. Lesley and Veronica open a loving and grounded space through energy work, Kundalini yoga, creation in nature, ceremony, voice and music, silence, and simplicity—to support the remembrance of the truth within. When we shift from trying to fix and heal to remembering that love has always been our true essence, life begins to unfold in a completely different way. Do you recognise this shift, or do you feel ready to explore it? Then this week is for you. WHAT TO EXPECT We will live simply, held by the richness of the surrounding nature and the privilege of connecting to a powerful place in the heart of this volcanic island. We move together as a small community, with the intention of unconditional love—for ourselves, for one another, and for all living beings. Each day begins in silence. Before breakfast, we awaken the body through a strong and empowering Kundalini yoga practice. During the day, the program varies between components such as: energy work, meditation, breathwork, creative expression in nature, community bonding, intuitive movement and earthkeepership practises. There will be a day dedicated to a mini vision quest, including a period of fasting. The food will be vegetarian, light, and nourishing, prepared with love by Paula to support this journey. DATES Arrival: October 5th from 11:00 Closing: October 11th, after breakfast, with a shared closing and clearing of the space. WHO ARE VERONICA AND LESLEY When they met each other 20 years ago during their art therapy studies, there was an immediate and strong recognition between them. Since then, they have both walked their unique paths and accompanied each other in important moments of their lives. In the last few years, they have been organising events and retreats in Holland, Gran Canaria, and France with much joy. Lesley Bohncke Lesley’s connection to nature is unique. At the age of 21, she followed her dream of living close to the Earth and moved to this magical volcanic island. Today, she lives in a cave house on a small piece of land in the mountains, where she cultivates her own food and creates as a textile artist using local wool from the island’s sheep. She passionately shares her experiences with her community: she guides them in making creations with raw materials in nature, and besides that, she shares energy work as a shamanic practitioner. Lesley has developed a deep connection to the energetics of the land and the matter she transforms. She works from the understanding that we are a living constellation of divine presence, where everything—even what may first appear as difficult or unwanted—holds potential for transformation. She guides people in a gentle and grounded way through processes of self-discovery, allowing what is hidden to come into the light and unfold into its inherent power. More about Lesley: https://www.instagram.com/lesleybohncke/ Veronica Schwegman Veronica was born in Italy to Dutch parents. There, she grew up on a biodynamic farm, where she was immersed in nature from birth. She now lives in the Netherlands and has found her home in Kundalini yoga, sound, meditation, and breathwork. Since she started teaching yoga classes in 2010, her passion has been to help others touch the deep truth within that can transform and guide the way to a natural, purposeful life in the unique way that has been intended for each one of us. For Veronica, movement and breath are two of the main tools to create unity between the subtle and the physical. In her personal journey, they help her to stay grounded while embracing the full spectrum of what we are. That makes it very valuable and joyful to share with others. More about Veronica: www.instagram.com/natuurlijk.veronica www.natuurlijkveronica.nl We hope to see you in Gran Canaria With love, Veronica and Lesley

The food will be vegetarian, light, and nourishing, prepared with love by Paula to support this journey.

We recommend flying to Gran Canaria (Las Palmas Airport). The area is called Presa de Soria. We will provide the exact location when you applicate for the retreat. It is advisable to arrive on the island on October 4th so you can take your time traveling to the retreat location in the mountains the following day. We will support the organisation of carpooling and shared taxis, and a WhatsApp group will be created for participants to connect and coordinate.