Looking For a Burnout Break? Here Are 10 Things You Should Know About the Presence Retreat

Let’s be real for a second: when was the last time you actually felt present? Not the kind of "present" where you’re physically in a meeting while mentally checking off your grocery list, or "present" at dinner while scrolling through emails. I mean the bone-deep, quiet-mind, shoulders-down kind of presence where you actually feel alive in your own skin.

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re running on fumes. You’re the high-performer, the "go-to" person, the one who handles it all: until you realize you’ve forgotten how to handle you. Burnout isn't just being tired; it's a disconnection from your own joy and your own body.

That is exactly why the Presence Retreat exists. On September 5, 2026, we are gathering a small, powerful group of women in Houston for a 24-hour luxury experience designed to stop the spiral and start the reconnection.

Before you clear your calendar, here are 10 things you absolutely need to know about this immersive experience.

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1. It’s a 24-Hour "Deep Reset," Not a Week-Long Commitment

We know your schedule is packed. One of the biggest barriers to healing burnout is the thought that you need to disappear to a mountain in Bali for a month to recover. While that sounds lovely, it’s not realistic for most of us.

The Presence Retreat is a high-impact, 24-hour immersive experience. We start with intention and end with a transformed perspective. It’s designed to prove that you don’t need an eternity to reset your nervous system; you just need the right environment and the right tools. It’s a concentrated dose of luxury and wellness that fits into your life without requiring a sabbatical.

2. We Only Have Room for 20 Women

Intimacy is the secret sauce of transformation. We aren't interested in filling a stadium or a massive hotel ballroom. To create a space that feels safe, supportive, and truly "seen," we limit the retreat to 20 women.

This isn't just about exclusivity; it’s about psychological safety. When you are one of twenty, you aren’t just a face in the crowd. You are part of a circle. You get the individual attention you deserve, and you have the space to speak your truth without feeling lost in the noise.

3. It’s Built on the Foundation of "Body Reconnection"

Burnout happens in the mind, but it lives in the body. You feel it in your tight chest, your clenched jaw, and your restless legs. Most "burnout breaks" focus only on mindset, but at the Presence Retreat, we focus on Body Reconnection Coaching.

We use movement, somatic awareness, and breathwork to help you get back into your physical self. Whether it’s through guided movement or quiet reflection, the goal is to stop living from the neck up and start listening to what your body is trying to tell you.

4. This is a Luxury Experience (Because You’ve Earned It)

Let’s talk about the environment. You can’t fully relax if you’re worrying about the details. This is a luxury fitness retreat, which means every touchpoint is designed to make you feel pampered and prioritized.

From the aesthetic of our Houston venue to the curated meals, we handle everything. When you are in a state of burnout, "decision fatigue" is a real thing. At Presence, the only decision you have to make is to show up. We take care of the rest.

5. It’s Locally Grounded in the Heart of Houston

You don't have to fly across the country to find peace. There is something incredibly powerful about finding a "sanctuary in the city." The Presence Retreat takes place against the backdrop of the Houston skyline, proving that you can find stillness even in the middle of the hustle.

Being in Houston also means you can easily integrate this experience into your local life. If you love the movement we do at the retreat, you can keep that momentum going by joining us for Zumba at Post Houston or hitting the pavement with the Stryd Walk Club.

6. We Tackle "Grind Culture" Head-On

We live in a world that rewards "the hustle" and "the grind." But what happens when the grind starts grinding you down? At the retreat, we provide a counter-narrative. We look at why we feel the need to be "on" 24/7 and how we can set boundaries that actually stick.

This isn't just about taking a nap (though rest is encouraged!). It’s about shifting your relationship with productivity. You are more than what you produce. We use our time together to deconstruct the myths of grind culture and replace them with sustainable, mindful movement and high-performance habits that don't lead to depletion.

7. Somatic Movement is the Core

If you’ve ever been to my Zumba classes, you know I believe movement is medicine. At the Presence Retreat, we take that to a deeper level.

Somatic movement isn't about burning calories or "crushing" a workout. It’s about internal sensation. It’s about moving in a way that feels good from the inside out. We use these techniques to help release stored tension and trauma from the nervous system. You’ll leave feeling lighter: not just physically, but emotionally.

8. You’ll Be Surrounded by "Your People"

One of the loneliest parts of burnout is feeling like you’re the only one who can’t keep up. At the Presence Retreat, you’ll look around and see 19 other women who "get it."

These are high-achieving women, entrepreneurs, mothers, and leaders who are all navigating the same pressures you are. The connections made during these 24 hours often last a lifetime. There is a specific kind of magic that happens when women support women in their pursuit of wellness.

9. We Provide a Roadmap for "The Day After"

A retreat shouldn't just be a temporary escape; it should be a catalyst for change. The biggest mistake people make with wellness retreats is going back to their "normal" life on Monday morning and changing absolutely nothing.

We dedicate time to Integration. How do you take this feeling of presence back to your office? How do you maintain these boundaries when your kids are screaming or your boss is calling? You will leave with a concrete plan to keep the "Presence" alive in your daily routine.

10. This is the Ultimate Investment in Yourself

Self-care is often marketed as face masks and bubble baths. And while those are great, real self-care is doing the hard work of reclaiming your peace.

Booking your spot at the Presence Retreat is a declaration. It’s you telling the world (and yourself) that your well-being is non-negotiable. It is the ultimate "yes" to your own health, your own joy, and your own future.

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Are You Ready to Reconnect?

Burnout doesn't go away on its own. It requires a conscious choice to stop, breathe, and pivot. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to take a break, this is it.

The Presence Retreat on September 5, 2026, is your opportunity to step out of the chaos and back into your power. Remember, there are only 20 spots available for this luxury experience, and they fill up fast.

Don’t wait until you’re completely broken to start the healing process.

If you want a taste of the energy we bring before the big day, come see me for a workout! I teach at Post Houston on the first Thursday of every month at 6:30 PM. For the rest of the month, you can find me at Trebly Park in Houston every other Thursday at 6:30 PM. Whether it's a Zumba session or a Stryd Walk Club meetup, getting around like-minded people is the first step to beating burnout.

You deserve to be present for your own life. Let’s make it happen.