SHAMANIC AND SOMATIC PRACTICES TO ALCHEMISE TRAUMA INTO GOLD
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When we suppress our anger, it simmers beneath the surface, tightening our bodies and clouding our minds. Because anger isn’t meant to be buried—it wants to be acknowledged, expressed, and transformed.
As the earth awakens, so do you. Spring is your invitation to shed what no longer serves you and prepare for the growth that is waiting to unfold. Root and Rise is your space—a place to honour your rebirth, plant new seeds, and lay down strong roots for the next chapter of your life.
In this immersive experience, you’ll be guided to work with the powerful force of anger—not as something to suppress or fear, but as an ally. Anger carries energy, movement, and creation. When you transform your relationship with it, you free yourself from its grip and learn to use its fire to move forward, create, and step fully into yourself.
This is your time to set intentions for the months ahead. What do you truly desire? What has been holding you back? Together, we’ll explore these questions and move through resistance, so you can step into change with clarity and confidence. Whether it’s releasing old patterns, uncovering hidden blocks, or deepening your authenticity, you’ll be held in a supportive space to do this work in your own way, at your own pace.
You’ll also be invited to reconnect with the sensuality of the world around you—the texture of the earth, the smell of the garden, the sound of the wind and the birds, drawing you into presence and the full richness of life in the moment. In celebrating your being and the natural world, you deepen your connection to the truth of who you are, allowing yourself to rise with authenticity.
This immersion isn’t just about planting seeds for the future—it’s about stepping into who you truly are, honouring your needs and desires, and cultivating the courage to grow. As you root down into the fertile ground of this season, you’ll rise with a deeper sense of clarity, strength, and purpose.
Your body, supported through breathwork to release the tension anger has stored, creating space for renewal. Through movement, grounding practices, and nourishment, you will reconnect with your body’s wisdom—learning to listen, honour, and trust its signals as you move through transformation.
Your soul, nurtured through carefully designed ritual spaces and deep connection with each other and the earth that carries us. In this sacred space, you are invited to gently express and process your emotions, allowing them to move through you with ease.
Your mind, through guided tools, knowledge, and practice, you will cultivate stillness and spaciousness—finding clarity, acceptance, and the courage to close old chapters and step into new cycles of your life.
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Our bodies to be supported and nourished
Our emotions to be expressed and given space
Our spirits to be expanded and loved
Our minds to find safety and ease
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Where
Spring & Anger
The immersion will be hosted in France on the Arcachon Bay, in the beautiful Villa La Tosca that rests right on the shores of the beach where the tides pull in and all the way out to create a unique landscape where pine trees, mud and sand co-exist.
The Arcachon Bay is renowned for its healing and soothing properties for the respiratory system. The daily movement of the extensive tides and natural environment diffuse a quality of ionized air and energy that exist nowhere else. The area has hosted many painters, writers, and those seeking deep rest throughout time.
In Chinese Medicine, Spring is associated with the Liver and the emotion of Anger. Just as the earth awakens from winter’s stillness, energy begins to rise within us, stirring movement, momentum, and transformation. This is why we will work with anger in Spring—it is a natural force that, when embraced, becomes a powerful catalyst for change.
Spring carries the energy of renewal, expansion, and breaking free from stagnation. As new life pushes through the soil, anger—often misunderstood as something to suppress—can be seen as the fire that propels us forward. It is the force that clears out what no longer serves us, making space for growth, creativity, and fresh possibilities.
Aligned with the element of Air, Spring also invites us to breathe deeply, to clear the heaviness of the past, and to welcome clarity. Just as the winds shift and stir the world awake, this season asks us to shake off old constraints, reclaim our power, and rise into who we are becoming.
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Fionn’s journey into healing is rooted in a story of reclamation—one of returning to herself after years of suppression and disconnection. Born into a cult, she experienced firsthand the silencing of her truth and the disconnection from her body’s wisdom. Through deep inner work, Fionn chose to break free and rediscover her wild, her power, and her authentic voice.
Fionn’s mission is profound: to guide others in leading from their heart, body, and breath, embracing the full spectrum of who they are. Her work is grounded in the belief that true transformation comes from embodiment and that healing begins when we step away from the distractions of the modern world and fully root ourselves in the present moment. Fionn invites others to reconnect with their bodies, their emotions, and their breath, to live authentically and rooted in the wisdom of the Earth.
At the core of her mission is healing the divide between the masculine and feminine, inviting us to honour each other’s wounding while owning our own. By doing so, we reclaim balance and unity—not only within ourselves and our relationships but also in our connection to the Earth and the environments we inhabit. This healing extends beyond the self, calling us to deepen the way we relate to one another and the natural world. As we cultivate understanding, compassion, and mutual respect, we lay the foundation for more harmonious and authentic connections while restoring our sacred relationship with the Earth.
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“Your anger is clarity
Your anger is caring for yourself
Your anger applied consciously
is a force for change
a catalyst for aligned action
Your conscious anger
is a doorway to your roots
Your anger allows you
to rise within yourself”
Practices Offered During the Immersion
Throughout our time together, you will be guided through:
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Breathwork & Somatic Practices – Releasing stored tension and emotion, creating space for renewal.
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Movement & Yoga – Grounding and reconnecting with your body’s wisdom.
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Ritual & Intention Setting – Honouring transformation through sacred practices.
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Nature Connection – Deepening your relationship with the earth through sensory awareness and mindful presence.
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Group Sharing & Reflection – A supportive space to explore, express, and integrate your experiences.
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Guided Journaling & Integration Practices – Tools to carry your insights beyond the immersion.
A typical day may look like:
(8 am) Morning circle/activity
(9:30 am) Breakfast & you time
(11:00 am) AM Practice/Workshop
(13:00) Lunch
Sleep, write, read, relax, wander, connect
(15:00) PM Practice/Workshop
(17:30) Evening sunset meditation
(18:00) Dinner
(19:30) Night time sharing circle
Reflections of the day etc.
(9:30) Sleep
Nourishing Food
Food is an essential pillar of our immersions and we strive to make it as much a ritual as any of the other practices we offer. In this spirit, we work with Abel, a holistic chef who understands the importance of food as medicine. We haven’t just ‘hired’ him to cook for you during those four days: we have collaborated with him every step of the way to ensure his carefully drawn up menu weaves seamlessly with the flow of the retreat and the demands of your body as you move with your emotions and grief.
Abel has a vast body of knowledge about what foods to eat during every season and how food can come to support deeper emotional processes and sustain our bodies holistically. You will also learn which foods are best to eat for different issues you may be facing and how different foods impact your physical body.
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Rooms & Pricing
Rooms & Pricing
The Villa has a total of 8 en suite bedrooms, 3 single rooms (double bed) and 5 rooms at double occupancy (twin beds).
For couples, friends or family members wiling to share a bed our large single rooms can be made double for a cheaper price each. This immersion is a beautiful space to come and share/process with your family members.
We ask for a 30% deposit to secure your place.
WE HAVE PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE FOR 3 - 4 INSTALLMENTS.
PAYMENT PLANS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL 3 MONTHS
BEFORE THE START DATE OF THE IMMERSION.
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We really hope to have you join us!
Please note that the maximum number of spaces for this retreat is 15
#1 La Chaudiere | En-suite Ground floor Twin bed
Located on the ground floor, La Chaudiere is our smallest yet most intimate and cozy room. In warm purple tones and colors, its simple yet elegant style is the perfect space to retreat to at night. In the corner of the room there is a big plush arm chair for you to read or write in. The ensuite bathroom features a pebble floor tiling, the same cozy atmosphere and comes with complete amenities.
Perfect for sharing with a friend or other retreat participant.
Rates: €1,188 per person | Double occupancy
#5 La Verandah | En-suite Seaview Twin bed or Double Queen size bed
Located on the ground floor, La Vérandah immerses you in the surrounding landscape, directly connected to the garden and beach. This beautiful sea-view room opens onto a loggia/terrace where comfortable seating invites you to relax in the presence of a beautiful custom built statue, whether you prefer to read, dream or simply savor the moment as you watch the squirrels play under the hundred-year-old trees.
Perfect for sharing with a family member/friend or other retreat participant.
Rates: €1,683 per person | Double occupancy
#2 Le Studio | En-suite Ground floor Twin bed
Located on the ground floor, Le Studio is a spacious room with its own integrated kitchenette and direct back garden access. This room hosts a fresh simple and clean atmosphere, a large brown cozy armchair to sink into. The shower has a cocooning effect with real pebble flooring.
Perfect for sharing with a friend or other retreat participant.
Rates: €1,188 per person | Double occupancy
#6 Le Confort | En-suite 2nd floor Attic Double King size bed
Located on the 2nd floor, Le Confort is perhaps our most romantic room, as it is a former attic converted into a loft style room. We renovated the beautiful original pine parquet floor and chose soft, velvety fabrics to create a warm, intimate atmosphere. Just above the large Asian acacia wood bed, the skylight lets you glide into the night, gazing up at the starry sky.
Perfect for single occupancy or couples, friends/family willing to share.
Rates: €1,980 | Single occupancy or €1,600 per person | Double occupancy (shared bed)
#3 La Foret | En-suite 1st Floor Tree view Twin bed
Located on the 1st floor, La Foret is a bedroom which fully encapsulates you in warm red and orange autumn colors. The room feels like a warm hug…as you look out the window onto the beautiful oak tree tops. With its own fireplace, gold features and antique furniture/paintings its a true decade french chateau inspired style room. The en-suite bathroom features a large shower in bright white and grey tones.
Perfect for sharing with a friend or other retreat participant.
Rates: €1,518 per person | Double occupancy
#7 La Vue | En-suite 360° Sea view Double King size bed
As its name suggests, this suite, located on the 2nd and 3rd floors in the villa's belvedere, takes your gaze to the marvelous horizon of the ocean and pine forest, with Arcachon and Cap Ferret in the distance. Its luxurious, peaceful and harmonious atmosphere will provide you with unforgettable moments of relaxation, totally immersed in the landscape. Here, time stands still, and you feel as if you're suspended in the clouds. The sun gently awakens you with its delicate pink hues, and colors your evening with deep shades of orange and red.
Perfect for single occupancy, couples or friends willing to share.
Rates: €2,144 single occupancy or €1,700 per person | Double occupancy (shared bed)
#4 Le Bassin | En-suite 1st Floor Seaview Twin bed
Located on the 1st floor, Le Bassin offers access to a large vaulted loggia and a terrace from which you can admire the sunset and a magnificent view of the ocean, Arcachon and Cap Ferret. Its magnificent headboard, crafted from carved antique Chinese doors, lends it a delightfully exotic tone. Its period marble fireplace, where you can sit by the fire in winter, its original lamps whose cut-outs create a unique play of light, and its high bedside tables made by a local craftsman, all combine to create a cozy, warm atmosphere.
Perfect for sharing with a friend or other retreat participant.
Rates: €1,683 per person | Double occupancy
#8 L'Eau Vive | En-suite Sea view Double King size bed
Located on the 1st floor, L'Eau Vive is the largest suite in Villa La Tosca. Deliciously fresh and energized, this refined 80 m² suite lives up to its name! It features two private terraces: the first offers an exceptional view of the Bassin and the gardens, while the second overlooks our ecological swimming pool. Also accessible from the room, a vaulted loggia offers the perfect setting for a yoga or meditation session, with the murmur of the garden spring in the background.
Perfect for single occupancy, couples or friends willing to share.
Rates: €2,144 single occupancy or €1,700 per person | Double occupancy (shared bed)
The practice of allowing and expressing our grief is what permits us to feel our full spectrum of aliveness, whichever emotions or density we may be moving through. Grief is a part of the celebration of life, of gratitude for what has been and what can be to come. Although we go deep, we also fly high, bridging our Sadness and our Joy as we come together in community.