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Turning Inward Together

Exploring the Terrain Within

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Turning Inward Together

Exploring the Terrain Within
November 14—16, 2025

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A Weekend of Intentional Connection and Personal Renewal

As autumn paints the Pocono Mountains in warm hues of amber and rust, step away from the mounting pressures of the approaching holiday season. This mid-November retreat offers a sacred pause—a moment to breathe, reflect, and restore before the world becomes a whirlwind of obligations and expectations.

Nestled on over 400 acres of pristine natural land, Turning Inward Together provides a meaningful respite where you can quiet the mind and explore your inner landscape amidst the serene beauty of fall. Imagine walking meditation among fallen leaves, gentle yoga practices warmed by soft autumn light, and moments of deep reflection as the natural world prepares for its winter rest.

This isn’t about radical transformation, but gentle, intentional exploration. We’ve crafted an experience that welcomes all levels of wellness experience, designed for those seeking to reset, realign, and reconnect with themselves before the holiday season begins.

What You’ll Experience
  • Daily Yoga & Movement – Flowing practices inspired by autumn’s energy of release and renewal
  • Guided Nature Walks – Explore the breathtaking fall foliage of the Pocono Mountains
  • Intention Setting & Mindfulness Practices – Cultivate presence and ground yourself before the holiday season
  • Reiki Energy Healing – Gentle yet profound energy work to clear blockages and enhance well-being
  • Community Fireside Gathering – Warm connection and shared stories around a crackling autumn bonfire, complete with locally sourced refreshments and homemade treats
  • Personal Exploration – A la carte astrology readings, oracle card pulls, and private Reiki sessions available upon request
  • Pure Rejuv Wellness Center – Optional massage, spa & integrative health treatments
What’s Included
  • Full access to all scheduled retreat activities
  • A thoughtfully curated gift bag to support your wellness journey
  • Down time to explore the Himalayan Institute’s tranquil grounds and meditation spaces
Campus Highlights
  • Vibrant, farm-fresh vegetarian meals to nourish your body and spirit
  • Himalayan Cafe with signature chai and homemade treats
  • 24/7 Tea Lounge with self-serve hot teas
  • Optional visit to Moka Origins Factory (free tours & chocolate tastings)
  • Access to the Sri Vidya Shrine—a welcoming sacred space for silent meditation
  • Sacred Grove Boutique & Bookstore – Discover a curated collection of holistic wellness treasures, including clothing, jewelry, accessories, books, essential oils, aromatherapy products, and more
  • 400 picturesque wooded acres with five well-maintained hiking trails
Accommodations

All HI rooms are intentionally designed with peace and simplicity in mind. Choose from:

  • Shared rooms
  • Private suites
  • Guest house for groups

Nightly rates start at $120, ensuring a restorative and comfortable stay amidst breathtaking surroundings—where cloudless nights reveal a celestial canvas so brilliant, you’ll feel like you can reach out and touch the stars, far from the city’s light pollution.

Who This Is For
  • Individuals looking to reset, realign, and reconnect with themselves
  • Wellness explorers of all experience levels—from complete beginners to seasoned practitioners
  • Burnt-out parents needing a breather after the back-to-school whirlwind
  • Busy professionals seeking a moment to pause and reset
  • Yoga practitioners craving connection with like-minded friends
  • Anyone feeling the need to step back from daily responsibilities and just breathe
Practical Details
  • Location: Himalayan Institute, Honesdale, PA | himalayaninstitute.org
  • Dates: November 14-16, 2025
  • Investment: $325 – $399 per person (retreat) + $120+/night (lodging & meals)
    • Early Bird Special: Pay $325 if booked by June 30, 2025
  • Check-in: 4 PM (Dinner at 6 PM, Evening program at 7:15 PM)
  • Check-out: 2 PM (Lunch at 12:30 PM)
  • Full itinerary will be sent in advance of your stay

Limited spots available to maintain an intimate group experience

Questions? Contact us at [email protected] for assistance.

A weekend of profound personal discovery and holistic renewal

Kimberly Reilly Damm

Kim discovered yoga in 2009 while pursuing her graduate degree in Theatre at Villanova University. Amid the late nights, demanding hours, and mounting stress, yoga became her sanctuary. When her world was shattered by the unexpected loss of her best friend, Kim found herself on a yoga mat seeking balance. What she discovere...
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Alison Maguire

Alison is an accomplished business woman, spiritual guide, intuitive leader, and devoted mother who brings her multifaceted wisdom to the Turning Inward Together retreat. As a Reiki practitioner with deep connections to mother nature's healing energies, Alison offers private Reiki sessions that help release energetic blocka...
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Himalayan Institute Retreat Center

For more than fifty years, the Himalayan Institute’s Retreat Center has been a gathering place for people seeking inspiration and aspiring to restore inner balance. Home to a vibrant community of yogis, it’s a place for seekers wishing to study the ancient tradition of yoga and to deepen the connection between themselves and the world around them. Whether you visit for a weekend retreat, a personal getaway, or one of our longer-term programs, your visit to the Himalayan Institute will accelerate your personal journey of rejuvenation and transformation.
Free Wifi
400-Acre Campus
On-Site Cafe
Meditation Shrine
Wooded Hiking Trails
Pond with Kayaks
On-Site Wellness Center
Bonfires and Stargazing
Bookstore and Giftshop

Retreat Center Highlights

Sacred Space
The Sri Vidya Shrine is the spiritual heart of the Himalayan Institute. This sanctuary offers an ideal setting for silent meditation and group spiritual practice, a cornerstone of the Himalayan Tradition for thousands of years. Open to seekers of all backgrounds and traditions, the Shrine provides a serene, sacred space for meditation, quiet reflection, prayer, and contemplation.
Nourishing Meals
Our nutritionally balanced vegetarian meals are thoughtfully prepared to nourish body, mind, and spirit. Each of our three daily meals is designed to be easily digestible and to support a meditative lifestyle. Sharing meals here naturally fosters connection, offering both deep nourishment and a sense of community.
Loving Community
The Himalayan Institute welcomes people from all walks of life. With a blend of short-term guests, long-term visitors, and a vibrant residential community, the atmosphere here is warm, inviting, and rooted in kindness, generosity, and service. It’s a place where friendships form naturally, often becoming the kind of connections that feel like family, and last a lifetime.
Rest in Nature
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Poconos, the Himalayan Institute’s 400-acre campus offers breathtaking views, scenic hiking trails, and quiet spaces for reflection and contemplation. Walking is a favorite activity, whether along our groomed trails or meandering paved roads, inviting both movement and mindful presence in nature.
Conscious Simplicity
At the Himalayan Institute, we embrace simplicity in all aspects of life, from our surroundings to our approach to yoga. By minimizing distractions, we create space to strengthen the inner self and quiet the mind. Guided by authenticity and grounded in philosophy rather than frills, we support a path of meaningful personal growth.
Treat Yourself
Our Himalayan Café serves the Institute’s signature chai, coffee, and homemade cookies and treats on Saturday and Sunday mornings. The 24/7 Tea Lounge offers a variety of herbal teas for anytime enjoyment. On campus, the MOKA Origins Factory is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering handcrafted, ethically sourced chocolate and coffee, with free tours and tastings on Saturdays.
Date
November 14—16, 2025
Duration
3 days, 2 nights

$399 per person + accommodations Early Bird Special: Pay $325 if booked by June 30, 2025

Registration

Dates
Friday, November 14, 2025 @ 4:00 pmSunday, November 16, 2025 @ 2:00 pm
Tuition
$399 per person + accommodations
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