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Words to Breathe By: Wisdom of the Belly, Nurturing from Within
October 23—26, 2025
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Marilyn Burgos
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Program CalendarTaught by Marilyn Burgos, MS, CDMP, 500 RYT, Integrative Health and Movement Coach and owner of Evolve Well Center, Verona, NJ.
Reconnect with your body’s wisdom through the combined power of yoga, somatic movement, and self-inquiry.
Join me for a nourishing retreat exploring the deep connection between your nervous system, digestion, and emotional wellbeing. Drawing from the ancient wisdom of yoga and the insight of modern somatic practices, we’ll create space for healing, resilience, and renewal.
What We’ll Explore:
- Nervous System Balance: Learn accessible tools to regulate your nervous system and support emotional and physical wellness.
- The Gut–Emotion Connection: Dive into the fascinating relationship between digestion and emotions—especially anger—and how our patterns affect overall health.
- Supportive Yoga for Healing: Experience gentle, trauma-informed movement practices designed to meet your body where it is.
- Mindful Integration: Build sustainable habits that deepen your relationship with yourself and those around you.
Each Day Includes:
- Morning meditation and gentle movement
- Educational workshops on nervous system care
- Guided somatic practices
- Journaling for reflection and insight
- Community sharing circles
- Evening restorative sessions
You’ll Leave With:
- Practical self-regulation tools
- A deeper understanding of the gut–emotion link
- Gentle yoga sequences you can return to again and again
- Journal prompts for ongoing exploration
- Connections with a supportive, like-minded community
- A renewed sense of trust in your body’s inner wisdom
Registration:
Contact Marilyn by emailing [email protected] to register for the tuition for the program. Then, reserve your accommodations separately through the Himalayan Institute.
Marilyn Burgos
Marilyn Burgos, MS, CDMP, 500 RYT is a bilingual Integrative Health and Movement Coach and founder of Evolve Well Center. With a passion deeply rooted in serving intersectional communities for over a decade, Marilyn brings a holistic and dynamic approach to well-being. Her journey has been one of continuous learning and ded...
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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.
$399
Registration
Dates
Thursday, October 23, 2025 @ 5:00 pm–Sunday, October 26, 2025 @ 12:30 pm
Tuition
$399 per person + accommodations
Campus Info
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