Radiant Renewal
Living From Eros
A women's retreat for reclaiming your aliveness, desire, and creative power.
November 8-14, 2026
Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa, MEXICO
Photo by Alex Kroktov
If you're a soulful woman ready to trade striving for thriving, effort for eros, and exhaustion for aliveness - then join us for a life-changing retreat where you'll reconnect with your body, reclaim your desire, and step into a way of living that feels deeply nourishing, joyfully alive, and soul-led.
Imagine This...
You arrive at Playa Viva, a sanctuary tucked between jungle and sea on Mexico's Pacific coast, where the rhythm of the waves becomes your rhythm, and the warm ocean breeze reminds your body how to soften, breathe, and simply be.
Each morning begins after sunrise - Earth Priestess and Yoga practices that awakens your senses and reconnects you with your aliveness. Then you're nourished with a beautiful breakfast, prepared with local, seasonal ingredients. There is no rush. There is only presence.
Late morning, we deepen into the day's theme - a rich weaving of soma and soul, where the wisdom of the body meets the intelligence of eros. This is where you begin to feel what you've been seeking to understand.
Midday brings a long, luxurious lunch and unstructured time. Rest in a hammock. Walk barefoot on the beach. Swim in the warm Pacific. Let the sun and saltwater work their quiet magic. Here, your nervous system finally exhales.
Late afternoon, we gather again - for breathwork, movement, inquiry, or sacred circle. This is where transformation happens, held in the container of sisterhood and witnessed presence.
After dinner, the day softens into restorative and pleasure practices - gentle movement, body connection, or ceremony under the stars. The kind of ritual that helps you integrate everything you've opened to.
This is not just a break from your life - it's a return to yourself.
This is your time. And you are so welcome here.
Living from Eros
A Return to Your Deepest Aliveness
You've been running on effort for so long, you've almost forgotten what it feels like to be guided by desire.
The pushing. The proving. The frequent override of what your body actually wants. You've spent decades achieving, giving, becoming - and somewhere along the way, you lost touch with the part of you that simply wants, desires, and creates from pleasure.
For many women in midlife, the body begins demanding a different conversation. The old ways of pushing through don't work anymore. What once felt like strength now feels like depletion. And beneath the exhaustion, there's a question rising: What if there's another way?
There is. It's called eros.
Not just sexuality - though that's part of it. Eros is the life force that animates everything. It's the intelligence of your desire. The creative current that moves through you when you stop forcing and start feeling. It's what happens when your body leads and your soul follows.
Like the caterpillar dissolving in the chrysalis, midlife asks us to let go of who we've been so something new can emerge. You're not falling apart. You're reorganizing. And in that tender, uncertain space between the old and the new, your erotic life force is waiting to guide you.
This retreat is an invitation to stop efforting and start inhabiting - to live from sensation instead of shoulds, from pleasure instead of pressure, from your body's deep wisdom instead of everyone else's expectations.
This isn't about doing more. It's about learning to be more fully alive.
Whether you're exhausted, disconnected, or simply ready for something truer, this week is your permission to remember: your desires matter, your body knows, and your aliveness is not a luxury - it's your birthright.
You are not broken. You are not behind.
You are ready.
"This work has been a lifesaver for me. I am so amazed at how much I can restore, heal and balance, body, mind and soul. Carla's work is the best medicine for me" ~ Kathy Hart
Playa Viva: Your Sanctuary between Jungle & Sea
Tucked at the base of the Sierra Madre Mountains on Mexico's Pacific coast, Playa Viva is a two MICHELIN Key eco-resort - recognized for exceptional service, design, and location - and a place where regeneration isn't a buzzword, it's how everything operates.
This is 200 acres of nature reserve meeting nearly a mile of private beach, where jungle and ocean converge and the land itself invites you to settle. The moment you arrive, something shifts. The air is warmer. The rhythm is slower. Your shoulders drop.
Built entirely off-grid using bamboo grown on-site and traditional local craftsmanship, every structure was designed to work with the land, not against it.
Solar power. Rainwater harvesting. Farm-to-table food from their 20-acre permaculture garden and local partners. A turtle sanctuary protecting endangered species. It's simple, beautiful, and intentional.
Your room is open to the elements — ocean views to the front, Sierra Madre mountains rising behind you. Bamboo walls, ocean breezes, and the sound of waves as your constant companion. It's minimal in the best way — everything you need, nothing you don't.
During free time, you can walk the beach barefoot, swim in the Pacific, rest in a hammock, or simply sit and watch the pelicans dive. Visit the turtles. Wander the gardens. Let the sun and saltwater do their work. Here, your nervous system finally gets to exhale.
Playa Viva doesn't ask anything of you. It just holds the space while you remember what rest actually feels like.
The Cuisine
Nourishment is a key part of your retreat experience — not just in spirit, but on the plate.
Each day you’ll enjoy fresh, locally sourced meals prepared with love and intention by El Triángulo’s in-house chef. The food is rooted in gourmet Mexican traditions, elevated with vibrant, seasonal ingredients that support your body’s natural rhythms.
Expect meals that are both soul satisfying and seriously delicious — colourful vegetables, nourishing proteins, tropical fruits, and bold, earthy flavours. Every dish is created to energize, restore, and delight, with options that honour a range of dietary needs.
Meals are served in an open-air setting overlooking the jungle and sea — a space where food becomes more than fuel. It becomes a moment to connect, to receive, and to celebrate the beauty of delicious nourishment prepared with love.
This retreat is designed to fill up your entire being!
Take a look at each tab to see what I have planned for you.
The body is the first to know when transformation is underway. In midlife, it speaks in new rhythms, shifts, and sensations — all signalling that you’re in the chrysalis, preparing for your Second Spring.
-
Begin each morning with Earth Priestess & Somatic practices overlooking the ocean, designed to awaken your energy, regulate your nervous system, and bring you home to yourself.
-
You’ll be nourished with fresh, vibrant meals crafted to support you — food that honours your biology and your pleasure.
-
Rest is not a luxury here. It’s a sacred practice. Whether you're napping in a hammock, floating in the natural pool, or walking slowly to the sea, you’re invited to let your body decompress, rewire, and heal.
-
Everything we do is designed to support your return to wholeness — not the version of you before the changes, but the one that's being born through them.
In the chrysalis, nothing rushes.
This is your permission to slow down — and listen.
Your body knows how to transform.
"The retreat and especially the practices were amazing ...interwoven with the whole warm, peaceful, tropical environment they were sublime. Lots of new learnings as well as comfortable standbys and interesting challenges. You are such a gifted teacher dear Carla. I couldn't have asked for more in the practices." ~ Beth Workman
"I spent a wonderful week with Carla in Mexico, practicing yoga outdoors, breathing fresh air and eating great local food. Carla's beautifully grounded and spiritual presence enhanced the practice, making it a self challenging and joyful experience. I would absolutely love to experience this again!" ~ Susan Cohen
"Thank you for all you did to bring us this most incredible retreat.
It was so incredible in every way possible, I actually felt that I was placed in a bubble of pure bliss and having an outer body experience.
Then there is you Carla, you are a gift to each and everyone and know in your heart what everyone needs and they feel safe to let it out." ~ Bonnie Duchscherer
Your Retreat Benefits
You honoured the call of your Second Spring — and said yes to the woman you’re becoming.
You gave yourself the space to slow down, breathe deeply, and listen to your body’s wisdom — without guilt, apology, or urgency.
You allowed yourself to be seen, held, and celebrated in sacred circle — and rediscovered how powerful it is to be witnessed in your truth.
You connected with the deeper rhythms of your feminine energy and began to re-channel that sacred life force back into your heart — ready to create from a place of purpose, pleasure, and wholeness.
You learned how to regulate your nervous system, reclaim your radiance, and find clarity on what’s next — not from striving, but from soul.
You remembered that your sensuality, your intuition, and your desires are available to you more than ever.
You came back into relationship with your pleasure, your power, and your path — and left with the tools, practices, and inner conviction to keep going.
And maybe most importantly, you put yourself at the center of your life — where you belong.
This transformation touches everything — your relationships, your creativity, your leadership, your joy.
The woman returning home is not the same one who arrived.
She is wiser, braver, softer, clearer.
She is you.
Your Retreat Bonuses
Because you deserve to be supported and celebrated every step of the way, I’ve added a few special touches to help you feel connected, held, and deeply seen — before, during, and after our time together.
Pre-Retreat 1:1 Connection Call (30 minutes)
I want to know you. Before we gather in Mexico, we’ll spend time together so I can learn about where you are on your journey and how I can best support your experience.
Private Retreat WhatsApp Group
We’ll stay connected with a private WhatsApp group for retreat participants — a place to ask questions, get trip updates, and begin to build community. After the retreat, it becomes a space for continued support (and sharing those gorgeous photos!).
Pre-Trip Group Zoom Call
We’ll meet as a group before departure — a fun and spacious call to share intentions, connect with your retreat sisters, and begin weaving the container for our time together.
Post-Retreat 1:1 Coaching Integration Session (30 minutes)
Once you’ve returned home, we’ll reconnect for a 1:1 session to help you integrate your experience, anchor your insights, and carry the magic forward in your life.
Post-Trip Group Zoom Gathering
This is where we close the circle together — sharing what’s unfolding, what’s rising, and how we’re continuing to embody what we received.
What's Included
Your retreat experience is intentionally designed to support every layer of your transformation — body, mind, heart, and soul. Here’s what’s waiting for you:
-
6 days of sacred experiences including Earth Priestess practices, sacred circle, coaching, ceremony, guided meditations, and embodied connection. Expect depth, laughter, tears, and joy — all held in a powerful container of sisterhood.
-
6 nights of stunning accommodations at El Triángulo, an eco-luxury retreat centre perched above the sea and nestled in the lush Oaxacan jungle. Each room features natural materials, a private terrace, and breathtaking ocean or jungle views.
-
Sumptuous daily brunches and dinners, lovingly prepared with local, seasonal ingredients. Think vibrant tropical fruits, slow-roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, and gourmet Mexican flavours that nourish body and spirit.
-
Morning, afternoon, and occasional evening sessions — including movement, breathwork, inquiry, ceremony, and deep rest — all paced to match your energy and honour your body’s natural rhythms.
-
A luxurious massage, offered on-site to support your integration and relaxation.
-
One spacious “day off” to follow your flow — book an adventure, rest on the beach, enjoy a long hammock nap, or explore the magic of Mazunte at your own pace.
-
Temazcal Ceremony, a traditional Mesoamerican sweat lodge led by a local guide — a powerful ritual of physical and energetic purification.
-
Two unforgettable outdoor adventures, designed to connect you with the beauty and wildness of the land.
-
Group transportation to and from the airport (Huatulco or Puerto Escondido) at designated times: arriving November 16th and departing November 22nd.
-
A special welcome gift, curated with intention and a few nourishing surprises.
What's Not Included
-
Your round-trip airfare to and from Huatulco (HUX) or Puerto Escondido (PXM), Mexico
-
Personal, medical, or trip cancellation insurance (strongly recommended)
-
Individual transport to/from the airport outside of scheduled group shuttle times
-
Any meals, beverages, or snacks outside of what is provided at El Triángulo
-
Alcoholic beverages
-
Tips and gratuities for local staff and guides
-
Additional spa services, taxis, laundry, souvenirs, or personal purchases
-
Entry fees or transport for any individual or optional excursions
Please plan to arrive at Bahías de Huatulco International Airport (HUX) or Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) on Sunday, November 16th, no later than 5:30 PM, in time to join us for our welcome dinner and opening circle.
Your return flight should depart no earlier than 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 22nd to allow time for our closing and group transport back to the airport.
Please do not book your flights until you receive a confirmation email from Carla. Once your spot is secured, she will share exact timing and travel coordination details.
If your travel schedule doesn’t align with the group shuttle times, Carla is happy to help you arrange a private taxi to the retreat centre (at your own cost).
This retreat is for you if...
-
You’re navigating the shifts of perimenopause or post-menopause and feel the call to reconnect with yourself in a deeper, more nourishing way.
-
You long to step out of your daily roles and responsibilities to rest, reflect, and reclaim your energy, pleasure, and purpose.
-
You’re craving sacred space — not just time off, but time in — where your body, your emotions, and your soul are all welcomed and honoured.
-
You’re ready to soften old patterns, shed outdated identities, and explore who you’re becoming in this next chapter of life.
-
You’re curious about how to rechannel your life force energy to support your vision, creativity, and vitality moving forward.
-
You want to be in honest, heart-led connection with other women who are walking a similar path — no competition, no pretending, just realness and reverence.
-
You sense that your Second Spring is unfolding — and you want to step into it with clarity, confidence, and community.
Investment
This is an intimate, high-touch retreat experience — and space is limited to just 12 women. We’ll have the entire El Triángulo property reserved exclusively for our group, creating a private, sacred container for deep transformation.
All rooms are double occupancy, with thoughtfully designed open-air accommodations, private terraces, and breathtaking ocean or jungle views.
Pricing Tiers
Early Bird (through July 16, 2025): $2,950
Early-ish Bird (July 17 – September 16, 2025): $3,300
Standard Price (after September 16, 2025): $3,650
In order to be eligible for any early pricing, the applicable full amount must be paid by the end of the special (i.e., Early Bird must be paid in full by July 16th). All prices are in CAD and there is no tax.
A $500 non-refundable deposit secures your place.
50% of your remaining balance is due by September 1, 2025
Full payment is due by October 15, 2025
Note: Should the CAD/USD exchange rate fluctuate by more than 5%, a small adjustment may be applied to cover increased retreat-related costs. If this occurs, you’ll be notified in advance and given a clear breakdown of any changes.
Payment plans are available — just reach out if you’d like to explore options.
Once you register, you’ll receive a welcome email with next steps, travel info, and access to our private WhatsApp group.
“Journeying Carla has opened up a whole new dimension to my life -- offering a set of practices that allow me to dive deeper into my experiences, inviting me to explore the power and wisdom of the physical body and connect with the deep currents of the soul at the same time. Carla is truly an inspired teacher and guide, gifted with the ability to create safety and comfort with practices that tap into the divine to access healing where we need it most. I'm so grateful for the space Carla's gentle, loving, and supportive healing practices and ceremony has opened up for me. Thank you for your beautiful goddess energy!” ~ Nicole Lindsay
Frequently Asked Questions
Dear One,
I created this retreat because I know what it feels like to stand at the edge of a major life shift — to feel the ground moving beneath you and sense that something deep is asking to emerge.
For over 25 years, I’ve been walking with women through transitions of body, identity, and soul. My work weaves together modern science, ancient wisdom, and the sacred intelligence of the body.
I’ve guided hundreds of women through hormonal shifts, nervous system healing, reconnection to their sensuality, and the reclamation of their radiance. This retreat is a sacred container for that kind of awakening — one that invites your full self to be present and honoured.
The Second Spring isn’t a concept to me — it’s a lived experience. I'm moving through the goo. I’m dancing with the unknown. And I’m emerging with more softness, strength, and truth than I ever imagined.
If you feel the stirrings… if you know there’s something ready to be born through you… I’d be honoured to walk beside you.
All my love,
carla
