Path of the Olives
A retreat immersion into the heart of the Ligurian mountains, surrounded by ancient olive trees and the quiet presence of nature. Here, the landscape becomes part of the experience, offering space to slow down, reconnect with the body and listen more deeply to the wisdom of place.
Movement, contemplation, nature, stillness and creative exploration come together to create a space for reflection and renewal. Andrea and Marcela will hold and support you throughout your time here, offering a carefully considered programme while leaving space for your own experience to unfold. There is no expectation to become someone new. Instead, this is an invitation to become more deeply acquainted with what is already there.
To pause.
To listen.
To notice what has been forgotten, what is asking for attention, and what may be ready to grow.
A Growth and Renewal Immersion into the Heart of the Mountain
From the moment of our conception, a spark of innate joy, wisdom and vitality is seeded deep within us. We arrive in the world original, unique, and whole.
From the moment we are born, the influences of the world around us begin to shape our experiences. We learn to adapt, to belong, to navigate expectations and to find our place. Little by little, our inner spark might move into the background as we respond to the demands of everyday life.
Nature can be a powerful guide in helping us return to that spark and bring it back into our awareness. She reminds us of the rhythms of growth, rest, change, and renewal. She reminds us that our bodies are fertile ground: a place where we can listen, plant new seeds, tend to what is already growing, and allow something authentic to take root.
Path of the Olives is an invitation to return to your roots, tend to the fertile ground of your being, and create the conditions for renewal.
An immersion to step away from the noise of everyday life and listen for the quieter voice within. Through moments of stillness and embodied exploration amongst the olive trees and mountains, you are invited to reconnect with your body, your inner spark and your own sense of direction.
Like an olive tree, growth does not always happen visibly.
Roots deepen beneath the surface. Old branches are shed. New growth emerges in its own time. There is wisdom in this. We do not always need to strive towards something new. Sometimes growth begins by becoming still enough to notice what is already alive within us.
To rest
To listen
To remember
And, perhaps, to begin again.
Our allies
Mountain Hikes
Sacred River Pools
Yoga and Meditation
Traditional Cacao Medicine Circles and Indigenous Philosophy
Embodied Writing Workshops
Olive Oil Sensory Experience
30th April – 3rd May 2027
La Casa Del Cacao. Via 4 November, Lecchiore. Linguria, Italy
Cost
£250 (including room, meals, all activities)
Extra night before or after £45 (includes breakfast)
Very small group (6 max)
*Flight not included.
Bookings
Contact Andrea’s WhatsApp +447500877320
More info, Marcela’s email marcela@embodiedpractices.com