🌸 Welcome to the 5 Day Solo Cancer Survivor's Soul Retreat 🌸

Join us for a transformative experience at our serene retreat in Lansing, Iowa, tailored to support women who have survived cancer or are currently navigating treatment. This nurturing environment offers you a dedicated space to heal and reconnect with your body and spirit after the immense journey of cancer.

🌼 Retreat Overview

Our 5-day retreat is designed specifically for you—a space where you can honor your experiences, process your emotions, and reclaim your life beyond diagnosis and treatment. Led by Michelle Gauer, a stage IV cancer survivor, you will find a warm, understanding atmosphere focused on holistic healing.

Whether you are dealing with physical changes, emotional burdens, or the complexities of recovery, you will find solace at this retreat. We focus on gentleness and compassion, providing various healing modalities to support your journey.

🧘 What’s Included

Your retreat experience includes:

• Private Accommodation: Enjoy a queen suite with an ensuite bathroom in the historic Thornton House.
• Three Daily Meals: Nutritious and delicious meals made from locally sourced, organic ingredients by Chef Curtis. 🌱
• Daily Yoga Classes: Engage in gentle Kundalini yoga classes adapted to your body’s current needs.
• Daily Meditation & Pranayama Classes: Relieve stress and center your mind.
• Three 90-Minute Bodywork Sessions: Experience cranial sacral therapy, Thai massage, or acupressure.
• Reiki Healing Sessions: Receive multiple sessions throughout the week to assist with spiritual and physical recovery.
• Nature Immersion: Take leisurely nature walks along the beautiful Mississippi River.
• Wifi: Stay connected if desired.
• Luggage Storage & Transportation: Airport pickup and drop-off services.

💰 Prices & Dates

The retreat runs on select dates throughout the year, subject to availability. Experience this healing journey for $1,799 for 5 days and 4 nights of transformative growth.

💖 Organizer & Teaching Team

Michelle Gauer

As a licensed massage therapist and Master Level Reiki practitioner, Michelle has created this retreat based on her personal journey as a cancer survivor. Her extensive knowledge of various healing practices, including Kundalini yoga and sound healing, enriches your experience. She knows what you’re going through and offers a compassionate, empathetic approach to your healing journey.

Curtis Killorn

A visionary artist and professional chef, Curtis supports the retreat with nutritious meals tailored to cater to your dietary preferences. His creative spirit and culinary skills add an extra touch to your retreat experience.

🏡 Retreat Center & Location

Nestled in the charming town of Lansing, Iowa, the Thornton House offers a peaceful atmosphere overlooking the Mississippi River. This historic site boasts ample space and beautiful features, allowing you to relax and unwind fully.

🍽️ Food & Nourishment

Meals are prepared by Curtis, using locally sourced and organic ingredients. He can accommodate various dietary needs, ensuring that you relish every bite while feeling nourished and energized. Enjoy coffee, tea, and filtered water available around the clock!

🌟 Guest Reviews & Experience

Guests who have attended the retreat rave about the loving, healing experience they found. Many have appreciated the safe space to express their feelings without judgment, highlighting Michelle’s unique understanding of their journey. Participants describe a renewed connection with their bodies and the profound impact of the yoga and bodywork sessions. The combination of shared experiences, nurturing environment, and expert guidance fostered a deep sense of community and personal growth.

💚 Why Choose This Retreat

Choosing to participate in the Solo Cancer Survivor's Soul Retreat means investing in your healing process. You will walk away with tools to continue your journey, a renewed sense of self, and a deeper understanding of the ongoing nature of recovery. This retreat is about honoring your experiences, not just fixing what is broken, and it cultivates an understanding that healing is a personal path.

Step away from the demands of daily life and gift yourself this opportunity to heal, rest, and rediscover joy. You are not alone; you deserve this time for yourself to connect deeply with both body and spirit.

We can’t wait to welcome you at the Thornton House! 🌼✨