Most simply put, the last seven days have been some of the best of my life. I've been challenged, I've been taught... I've relaxed, I've worked hard. I've grown, and I've reflected. I cannot imagine a week that could give or show me more.
The most basic details are that I went on a yoga retreat with SolYoga at Villa Sumaya- a family run resort on Lake Atitlan in Guatemala. The retreat included daily yoga (sometimes twice), amazing home cooked meals, rooms at the beautiful resort, and the option to add on additional excursions.
I went on this trip with three of my closest friends, who also happen to be my coworkers. I have always loved these ladies but now I can truly say that Alysha, Aviva, and Erin are truly irreplaceable in my life because of this amazing experience we shared together!
The scenery on Lake Atitlan is just breathtaking- the lake is surround by three volcanos and mountains and is absolutely gorgeous. The weather ranged from the low 60s at night to the upper 80s during the day with rain showers most afternoons. The actual resort is nestled into a jungle landscape and couldn't be prettier.
We relaxed, we did yoga, we hiked a volcano, we kayaked, we spoke Spanish, we made friends, we meditated, we had a blindfolded dance party, we mastered tricky poses, we slept, we read, we lounged in the sun, and we reflected and grew as people.
My week in Guatemala was a chance to reconnect with myself on so many levels- I had a chance to be in nature, be good to my body, reflect on my life at this point, and really just be comfortable in my own skin. I wouldn't trade the experience I had for anything- it was a once in a lifetime experience I feel SO grateful to have been a part of. <3
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