Retreats & self-care
Our community is filled with compassionate people who commit to caring for others, while putting their own needs on the back-burner.
The Healing Trust has offered retreats since 2008 as a way to say thank you to nonprofit professionals in our community by providing a free day of rest, relaxation, and self-care centered on the belief that the healing and wholeness of service professionals matter as much as the clients they serve.
The retreats are for nonprofit staff and are limited to a maximum of 3 people from an organization in each retreat. EVERY person attending must register. Please note that some sessions are reserved for specific members of our community. Retreats are facilitated by Abby Hyman and Ashiya Swan.
If you have any questions about the retreats, please please review our FAQs or contact Abby Hyman.
Ashiya Swan
Consultant
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What to Expect
Healing for the Healer is a day of relaxation guided by the belief that rest and self-care are necessary practices for meaningful work.
Retreats begin slowly around 9 am and end at 3 pm. A light breakfast and lunch are provided. We invite you to come dressed in whatever you find most comfortable (loungewear recommended).
You can expect a calm day with time to get to know yourself and others who do similar work. Each retreat is based on a theme as noted in your registration. While each retreat is a little different, you can expect some time in circle, mindfulness practices, and time to rest.
Still curious? Check out our FAQs.
Change of plans? Please let Abby know if you can no longer attend the retreat so we can invite someone from the waitlist to attend.
REGISTRATION
Healing for the Healer Retreat
Registrants must be on staff at a Middle Tennessee charitable nonprofit to be eligible to attend. A maximum of 3 people per organization can attend each retreat. Every person attending a retreat must register and we ask that you do not bring unregistered guests with you.
Retreat dates:
- January 15, Vision Board and Intention Setting
- February 12, Candle-making and Self-Love
- March 19, Chair Massage and Embodiment
- April 16, Slowing Down with a Cup of Tea
- May 14, Great Outdoors at Henry Horton State Park
Register Here
Healing for the Healer Retreat for Black Nonprofit Staff
Registrants must be on staff at a Middle Tennessee charitable nonprofit to be eligible to attend. A maximum of 3 people per organization can attend each retreat. Every person attending a retreat must register and we ask that you do not bring unregistered guests with you. While we appreciate the support of allies, this retreat is reserved for nonprofit staff who identify as Black.
Retreat dates:
- January 22, Chair Massage and Embodiment
- February 26, Candle-making and Self-Love
- April 30, Great Outdoors at Camp Widjiwagan
Register Here
Healing for the Healer Retreat for Nonprofit Staff of Color
Registrants must be on staff at a Middle Tennessee charitable nonprofit to be eligible to attend. A maximum of 3 people per organization can attend each retreat. Every person attending a retreat must register and we ask that you do not bring unregistered guests with you. While we appreciate the support of allies, this retreat is reserved for nonprofit staff who identify as People of Color.
Retreat dates:
- March 26, Slowing Down with a Cup of Tea