Take time to focus on you
Resilient by Nature
A Weekend Retreat for Brain Vitality
​October 16th -18th, 2026
Space is limited.
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We invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect—with yourself, with nature, and with what truly matters.
​Whether you’re caring for others, navigating your own health journey, or simply ready to reset and realign, this restorative weekend offers the space and tools to do just that.
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Through guided sessions, space for reflection, and inspiring surroundings, you’ll explore science-backed strategies for wellness—including the five pillars of brain health: Sleep, Exercise, Nutrition, Social Connection, and Emotional Wellbeing.
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Together with our compassionate and experienced team, you’ll learn practical ways to replenish your energy and cultivate habits that support a vibrant life and healthy brain.
Why Attend
This retreat is designed for anyone ready to:
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Take a break from daily demands and realign with calm and purpose
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Learn proven tools for brain resilience and well-being
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Reflect on values and connect them to your daily life
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Refocus on healthy sleep, movement, nutrition, and stress management rituals
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Foster connection and community with others facing similar challenges
You’ll leave with more than just insight—you’ll create a personalized action plan for protecting and nurturing your brain health, starting the moment you return home.
The Setting: The Horse Shoe Farm
Set on 85 acres of serene pastures and woodlands just outside Asheville, North Carolina, The Horse Shoe Farm is a haven of peace and connection. Open meadows, riverfront trails, farm animals, and modern-rustic cottages blend natural beauty with thoughtful luxury.
Enjoy farm-to-table meals at The Silo Cookhouse, relax at the Stable Spa, or simply sit by the campfire and let your nervous system exhale. The property’s intimate design encourages rest, reflection, and connection with others—all at your own pace.
Amenities
Your retreat experience includes all meals (Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast/lunch/dinner, and Sunday breakfast) served family-style at the Silo Cookhouse.
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You will also enjoy open access to:
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The Pool House with hot tub, sauna and steam room
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The Labyrinth walking meditation path
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'Grains of Truth' Meditation Tower
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French Broad River access for fishing and more!
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You may also choose to book add-on services (think massage, facials, aromatherapy!) through the Stable Spa.
Accommodations
Our group lodging includes several unique, artfully appointed homes and cottages.
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Shared Rooms: A community-minded, cost-effective option with multiple beds and shared living spaces.
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Private Rooms: Perfect for solo reflection or attending with a spouse/partner. Private rooms also have direct access to shared common areas.
Each space offers cozy furnishings, beautiful views, and shared common areas designed for conversation or quiet relaxation.
Explore The Stable Spa Lofts, Lily Cottage, Meadow Cottage, and Willow House.
The Experience
Expect a rhythm of:
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Morning grounding practices – choose to start your day with a gentle guided movement/mindfulness practice
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Interactive learning sessions – brain health, emotional resilience, values alignment
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Farm-fresh meals – shared in community
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Afternoon restoration – time outdoors, quiet relaxation, additional learning sessions
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Evening connection – campfire, community discussions, reflection, and rest under the stars
Meet Your Guides
Dr. Jenna Renfroe
Dr. Jenna Renfroe is a board-certified neuropsychologist who helps people unlock the connection between daily habits and lifelong brain health. Drawing from decades of research and clinical work, she translates complex neuroscience into simple, meaningful changes anyone can make. Passionate about disease prevention, she teaches how mindset, movement, and self-care can transform both cognitive and emotional well-being.
(Fun fact: She’s endlessly curious about how the brain learns and adapts—and she’ll show you how to harness that same power in your own life.)
Dr. Bethany Wangelin
Dr. Bethany Wangelin has spent close to 20 years studying the science of emotion, trauma, and stress recovery. Her approach helps people understand how the brain and body respond to life’s challenges—and how to move toward balance, confidence, and vitality. Through neuroscience-informed tools for stress management, she helps participants transform overwhelm into growth and self-compassion.
(She believes that understanding your brain is one of the most empowering ways to reclaim your peace.)
Paula Stephens
Paula Stephens is a Resilience Educator & Wellness Facilitator with over two decades of experience helping people cultivate resilience through mindfulness, movement, and compassion. Her grounded, heart-centered teaching style creates a safe space for restoration and renewal. Drawing from her work with first responders, families, and caregivers, Paula reminds us that resilience isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you can build, one breath at a time.
(Her sessions invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and come home to yourself.)
Leave With
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A renewed sense of clarity and calm
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Practical, science-based tools for supporting brain health and emotional balance
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A personalized roadmap for “moving toward” well-being
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Deeper connection: with yourself, with others, and with nature
A Note from Your Guides
“Brain health isn’t about fear or decline—it’s about possibility. At every age, the brain can adapt, grow, and heal.
This retreat is your invitation to claim that journey—with guidance, compassion, and hope.”
— Jenna, Bethany & Paula
Select Your Experience
Choose a private room or a shared room. You can even bring your spouse!
Private Room - $2297 $1897
Enter code EARLYBIRD at booking for discounted rate
Enjoy the weekend in much needed solitude.
Spouse Add-on - $500
Sometimes a weekend of peace includes your spouse or partner. After you register yourself for a private room, come back and register your spouse with this add-on.
Shared Room - $1797 $1397
Enter code EARLYBIRD at booking for discounted rate
Relaxation can come through the comfort and community of others.