GIVE · RECEIVE · COMMUNITY

Reciprocity

March 13-16, 2025 | Hot Springs, NC

There is one word which may serve as a rule of practice for all one’s life - reciprocity.

-Confucious

Reciprocity

Reciprocity is the practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit. The seed was planted for a Reciprocity Retreat in December 2019. This will be the first of what we hope to become our signature retreat experience. Wheel of Bliss was the ideal location since it is where we hosted our very first retreat.

This experiential retreat will be open to 8 participants. The theme and activities will be formed around what those 8 participants would like to share with the community. There will be movement, creating, nourishing meals, nature immersion, and workshops. This is an invitation into the unknown and the opportunity to cocreate, skill share, pass down your wisdom, celebrate your gifts, and become vulnerable in the safety of community and allow yourself to be seen.

Once you say YES, you will have a connection call with Shelly Eilrich who will support you in deciding what your offering for the retreat looks like. Remembering that we all have value and unique gifts to share with others. Your offering could be your passion, your life work, a casual hobby, personal knowledge, a talent, or anything that you feel called to share in an intimate community. You will be fully supported and guided in this offering. And in return, you will get to experience 7 other unique offerings during the weekend.

Wheel of Bliss - Hot Springs, NC

ACCOMODATIONS

Immerse yourself in the beauty and majesty of The Blue Ridge Mountains for rest and relaxation and solitary spiritual practice during this retreat at Chakra Samvara Retreat Center.

Roaring streams, waterfalls, forests, and mountains adorn the 63 acres of land that meld into hundreds of acres of National Forest. You have full access to the property to immerse yourself and explore. All rooms are on the first floor of the house while the second floor houses an altar and meditation space along with the kitchen. This property holds very sacred and spiritual energy and no drugs, alcohol, or smoking are allowed on the grounds.

Your hosts

  • Shelly Eilrich hosted her first retreat at Wheel of Bliss so this setting holds a special place in her heart. During that retreat, the property manager informed her there would be a yurt going in the meadow the following year. She cried. Her logo contained a yurt and it was the affirmation she needed that she was on the right path. Stepping into her role as a retreat leader & facilitator was scary at first. She feared failure and had to continually quite the old voices in her head. She quickly was reminded that we are supported 100% when we are following our souls path. There is no failure in doing what your soul was called to do. She has fully stepped into her role as an Authentic Connection Creator and brings such an honest vulnerability to the weekend that you can’t help but do the same.

  • We are ecstatic to have Mala Magic supporting this retreat in more ways than one. She has been a founding member of our Becoming Bohemian Community and a close personal friend to Shelly Eilrich. Her gifts are many! She is an artist, a Reiki master, a yoga teacher, and a true student of life so her wisdom is endless. She has supported past retreats by blessing and clearing the space before everyone arrives, leading a virtual workshop, helping with set up and load in, and jumping in whenever needed to offer an extra hand. We love you Mala and can’t wait to meet you in the mountains!

  • Brittany Carter is a seasoned yoga instructor and space holder with seven years of experience. She leads with curiosity and playfulness, fostering a joyful and inclusive atmosphere where students feel free to explore and connect.

    Beyond her 200 RYT certification, Brittany is also a certified Somatic Empowerment Coach. She uses body-based practices to guide women back to self-trust and embodied confidence. Her mission is to help women feel delicious in their bodies and reclaim their inner power.

  • You have been entrusted with unique gifts, abilities, interests, and wisdom. This is your time to shine to come together and offer back to your community. Wisdom at one time was passed down by skill sharing from one person to another. Let’s return to this primitive way of life and learn from each other.

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Package Options

Single and Double Dorm Beds : $555

Sleeping arrangements will be selected by you when you arrive on site.

A deposit of $200 is required to reserve your spot and accommodation upon registration. Your balance must be paid by March 13th, 2025. No refunds within two weeks of the start of the retreat.


Additional Information

4 days and 3 nights accommodations

Breakfast and full dinner each day, lunch will be provided as a grazing spread for you to enjoy throughout the day.

  • Daily Movement

  • Nature Immersion

  • Community Lead Workshops

  • Community Lead Ritual and Ceremony

  • All supplies for group activities

Please email shelly@becomingbohemian.org for more info.