What Really Happens at a Retreat? A Candid Conversation with Anna Gryglewska

In this episode of the Permission to Activate podcast, Mallory Campbell and Anna Gryglewska discuss the transformative power of retreats, sharing their experiences in the event industry and the importance of creating intentional spaces for personal growth. They explore the dynamics of sisterhood, trust, and vulnerability that emerge in retreat settings, emphasizing the role of support teams in facilitating these experiences. The conversation highlights the lasting impact of retreats on participants and the significance of continued growth and integration after the event. In this conversation, and Mallory explore the transformative power of retreats, discussing how they differ from workshops and networking events. They emphasize the importance of integrating retreat experiences into daily life and overcoming hesitations related to attending retreats. The discussion also touches on the financial investment required for retreats and introduces Solara, a new platform designed to connect individuals with transformational events and experiences.Takeaways • Retreats serve as catalysts for personal transformation. • Creating intentional experiences is crucial for meaningful retreats. • Support teams alleviate stress for hosts, allowing them to be present. • Witnessing personal growth in participants is a rewarding experience. • Diversity in age and background enriches the retreat experience. • Building trust is essential for participants to open up. • A safe space fosters vulnerability and connection among women. • The role of support teams is to enhance the retreat experience. • Integration after retreats is vital for continued growth. • Community and sisterhood are fundamental to the retreat experience. Real life hits after a retreat, and integration is key. • Retreats provide deep, intentional work unlike workshops. • The intimacy of retreats fosters genuine connections. • Women often feel guilt about attending retreats, but it's essential for self-care. • Investing in a retreat can lead to significant personal growth. • The experience of a retreat is hard to describe but deeply felt. • Collective sharing in retreats creates a sense of community. • Financial investment in retreats should be viewed as a commitment to self-improvement. • Solara aims to simplify finding transformational events. • The journey of self-discovery often begins with saying yes to a retreat.Connect with Anna on IG@elevatedco_retreatagency  @mysoularaElevated Cohttps://theelevatedcollective.co/SOULARAhttps://soulara.myflodesk.com/retreat-trends-freebieCheck out the Nashville Retreat:https://www.themallorycampbell.com/permissiontoactivate Book your 1:1 Call with Mallory:https://calendly.com/mallorycampbell/nashville-retreat-discovery-call