05/04/2025
In early February, I had the opportunity to check out a retreat location for a client in Massachusetts. I went back and forth about whether I wanted to go but eventually, around Christmastime, I gave them the confirmation I'd be there.
I started getting information from them about booking the programming I'd like and how unplugging wasn't required, but was very much encouraged. In fact, as I'd learn when I got there, there were cell phone designated areas. If you were outside of those areas, it was extremely rare to see anyone with a phone (anyone watching White Lotus season 3 right now? It was kind of like that but not quite as extreme.)
While I was there, I had the most amazing time. My phone was constantly on airplane mode and I was completely present. I made new friends (2 of whom I visited in Boston last week!), quieted my mind in the sound spa and learned how to make blue corn tortillas, among so many other things. And the spa had one of the most beautiful and relaxing areas I've ever seen, and while I was sitting after my massage one morning, it occurred to me.
I don't want to be completely off the grid, but I do want to be unplugged...ish... more often.
And when I went to lunch that day (their food is all farm to table, btw, and some of the most incredible meals), I wrote an outline for a 4-week program, which I would later call UNPLUGGED(ish)... because, of course, there's emphasis on the ish.
Today, an email went out to the waitlist but I couldn't wait to share with you. This isn't just a program that you'll purchase and then never hear anything else. This is a container - a safe space for busy, overwhelmed women who just need a place to talk with other women, receive some support and learn how to make time work for you.
If you find yourself stuck scrolling on your phone instead of living in the moment, feeling guilty for saying no despite your calendar overflowing, can't remember the last time you had free time to yourself or find yourself going through the motions, just trying to get by, then UNPLUGGED(ish) is for you.
I hope you'll check it out if you're feeling this way. You can find all of the information here: http://jaymegodoyo.com/unpluggedish
And to finish off this post, enjoy some of the photos from Miraval Berkshires.