Updated:  05/19/2008

Contact Info:  516-647-6674 or lynn@coachingbylynn.com

Newsletter

Volume 3, Issue 2

"Whatever the present moment contains, accept it as if you had chosen it. Always work with it, not against it. Make it your friend and ally, not your enemy. This will miraculously transform your whole life."

Eckhart Tolle

The first part of March I traveled to New Mexico to attend a Retreat Coach Workshop given by Helene Van Manen, MCC (www.retreatcoaches.com).   I went there to learn, be with 25 wise women, and have some quality time with myself and my daughter, who also attended the workshop.  What I came away with was all the above and much more.  It is amazing how when you give yourself space and open yourself up to possibilities, magic happens.  Before the workshop started I set my intention for my time in New Mexico - be open to everything, be present in the moment, and have fun.  The workshop was a learning experience but also a retreat for all to experience in their own way.  For me it was quiet time, time to be part of a group, time to share and listen, time to enjoy the hot mineral pools, time to hike to the mesa,  time to notice how I walk on the earth using all my senses, and a time to laugh, cry, sing, and dance.  All powerful stuff.  The magic of a retreat is giving yourself permission to be in the moment and notice what is happening within you and around you.  Ask yourself some questions.  What do I truly enjoy? Am I willing to try something new?  Am I willing to look inward and face a nagging issue?  In the company of other wise women you notice that: 

§          We share common experiences – we are not alone,

§          We are a resource for each other,

§          We can help one another succeed,

§          We each bring a unique perspective to life, and

§          Our stories enrich the lives of others as well as ourselves.

As women, do we allow ourselves the time to treat ourselves to “Me Time”?  What are the activities that you love to do that would be part of your “Me Time”?  If you had an hour to yourself what would you do?  What I realized in New Mexico was that women prosper when they are in a community of other women.  Their authentic self shines and they are willing to try new things, and look at things in a different way.  Our day to day lives are hectic and over scheduled.  We need to refresh ourselves, re-treat ourselves to the things that give us joy.  This could be a walk in the park, or time to visit the art museum, or a trip to the beach, or lunch with a friend.  Do you have time for yourself in your schedule?  If not, why not?  Are you a priority in your life?

I enjoy attending retreats.  I go on a women’s retreat at least once a year.  It is a time for me to connect with myself and also enjoy the company of other fabulous women.  My time in New Mexico inspired me to lead retreats for women.  I got so much out of the retreat time and process that I want to create that space for other women.  Space to re-evaluate, re-connect, let go, try something new, laugh, and re-energize.  It is up to you what you go home with after a retreat.  My wish is that you leave my retreats with a sense of inner peace and joy, but ultimately it is up to you to carry away the best for you and leave the rest behind.       

Coming in April, May, and June

Mini Virtual Retreat  - Sunday, April 30, 2006 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST

You choose the spot where you want to go on your retreat – your special place in 

your home.  This is a time for you so find a quiet place where there will be no interruptions.  

The phone is only used to call into the Retreat Circle.  Each hour you will call the circle 

and get a Retreat Activity.  We will start promptly at 2:00 pm.  You will call the circle at 

3:00 pm and 4:00 pm.  Bring a journal to write in or a sketch pad to draw or paint, and a 

CD player to listen to your music.  Join me for a wonderful afternoon set aside especially 

for you.  Register now for this Free Mini Virtual Retreat.  The only cost is the price of 

the long distance phone call – deadline to register is Friday, 4/28/2006.  When you 

register, you will get the phone number to call.  Come join me for a Spring afternoon 

with the most important person in your life – YOU.  Invite a friend.

A Breath of Spring Retreat, For women who need time to catch their breath. 

Saturday, May 13, 2006  Noon – 4:00 pm

Spend an afternoon at the Nassau County Museum of Art ( www.nassaumuseum.com ) 

with me, viewing the art, walking in the formal gardens, and gathering in the circle of 

other wise women who want to pause and catch their breath.  The Retreat Circle forms 

at the museum at noon. Cost of the retreat is $35/person which includes museum 

entrance fee.  Additionally, there will be a $2 parking fee.  To register 

for the retreat call me at 516-565-5361 or send me an email lynn@coachingbylynn.com .  

Bring a friend. Deadline to register is Monday, May 8, 2006.

Mother / Daughter Retreat - Affirming the Relationship

Saturday, June 3, 2006 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Mother’s bring your adult daughters – Daughters brings your wise mothers - for a day at 

the Clark Botanical Garden ( www.clarkbotanic.org )with special activities focusing on 

your uniqueness and similarities as women.  My daughter Krista, a jewelry designer, 

will be co-leading the retreat with me.   Bring a journal and your special creativity.   

Limited space available.  Reserve your spot now by calling me at 516-565-5361 or 

send me an email lynn@coachingbylynn.com. Cost of retreat is $75/ Mother-Daughter 

pair.  Deadline to register is Thursday, May 25, 2006.

516-483-0795