NOURISH
Sat, Oct 18
|Portland
Women's Day Retreat in Portland to nourish your mind, body, and soul
Time & Location
Oct 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Portland, NE Simpson St & NE 33rd Ave, Portland, OR 97211, USA
About the Event
Welcome to NOURISH Women's Day Retreat!
Come delight in a full day of nourishment for your body, mind, and soul. This is an opportunity to deeply replenish and tend to your inner landscape, whilst sharing an intimate group experience supported in sisterhood and heart-centered connection.
In our time together you will be guided through:
~ Embodiment practices to slow down and inhabit your body more fully
~ Authentic Movement as a way to witness and be witnessed in compassion, presence, and non-judgment
~ Group Intuitive Readings with Dana for clarity, insight, and healing
~ Multi-instrumental sound bath to reset your nervous system and access a deeper state of calm & peace
~ Opening & closing circles offering ritual, connection, and a container for the retreat experience
You will also be fed a nourishing lunch, and have access to the beautiful sauna space and cold plunge during free time.
Retreat Space:
Our setting is in a gorgeous private studio in Concordia with beautiful art, gardens, patio, sauna & cold plunge - the perfect place to rejuvenate and ignite your inspiration, in the heart of Northeast Portland! (Exact address will be given upon registration.)
Program Schedule (subject to minor changes):
10:00am - 10:15am: Arrival & mingling
10:15am - 11:00am: Opening circle
11:00am - 12:30pm: Embodiment & Authentic Movement practices
12:30pm - 1:30pm: Lunch
1:30pm - 3:30pm: Free time / Sauna / Intuitive Reading Circles
3:30pm - 5:30pm: Sound bath
5:30pm - 6:00pm: Closing circle & goodbyes
FAQ & Details:
Embodiment Practice
This will be a very simple exploration of arriving in the space, landing in your body and breath, and following your inner impulse to move.
Authentic Movement
Authentic Movement is a form of expressive arts therapy in which individuals discover a movement pathway that offers a bridge between the conscious and the unconscious. This practice explores the relationship between a mover and a witness, being seen and seeing. The mover has their eyes closed and listens inwardly until finding a movement that arises from a natural impulse, following the thread wherever it takes them. The witness brings a receptive quality of clear attention and space holding for the mover, offering presence, curiosity and non-judgment. Cultivation of this practice fosters a perception of self and other that evokes deep respect and empathy. (Reference: Authentic Movement Institute)
For purposes of this retreat, we will likely have multiple movers and witnesses occurring simultaeneously, and we will close with a harvest, i.e. sharing of what was witnessed and experienced.
Group Intuitive Readings
Intuitive Readings offer a high-level perspective into what you are currently navigating, with insight around personal dynamics, challenges, gifts and opportunities for growth. Dana reads the energy field and tunes into her channels of guidance to relay messages that support you on your path of awakening.
In a Group Intuitive Reading, Dana will offer mini individual readings to those who wish to participate. The messages shared are for each specific person, and they may also resonate with others in the circle. It is an opportunity to receive a small dose of focused guidance and witness each other in a space of curiosity, respect and support.
For purposes of this retreat, we will break out in two smaller groups and have two rounds of readings to create a further sense of intimacy and have more time per person.
Sound Bath
In this extended two-hour sound bath, you will have the opportunity to be fully immersed in vibrational sound and go on a journey of inner connection, guided by tones and melodies from the gong, singing bowls, harmonium, flutes, voice, and original songwriting. We'll end with some time for reflection, journaling, and sharing.
Yoga mats will be provided. Please bring a blanket, pillow, or any other props you need to be comfortable for an extended time on the ground.
Lunch
Lunch will be a nourishing and delicious home-cooked meal of soups, stews, salads and bread, with gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, and animal protein options. In your registration form you will be asked for your meal preference and any dietary restrictions or allergies. We will do our best to accommodate, and you are also welcome to bring supplemental food.
Sauna & Cold Plunge
Sauna is clothing optional, and you are welcome to wear a swim suit if that is more comfortable for you. Towels will not be supplied, so please bring your own! Everyone will be asked to rinse off before getting in the cold plunge.
Financial Assistance / Work Trade
If the ticket price is not within your means and you feel called to attend, please reach out to discuss. We will be offering a limited amount of financial aid and work trade positions for partial discount - send an email to dana@fieldofcolors.com to learn more.
WHAT TO BRING:
Blanket, pillow, or other props for the sound bath (yoga mats provided)
Comfortable clothing & layers for varying temperatures (we will be inside & outside, weather permitting)
Water bottle
Journal or notebook & pen
Towel for the sauna (and swimsuit if desired)
Personal snacks if desired
Your curiosity and an open mind!
Are you feeling the call? If you want to gift yourself a well-deserved respite to reconnect with your body and spirit, whilst supported in a warm and uplifting community, this is for you! The retreat will be capped to ensure an intimate group setting - make sure to reserve your place now!
About your Retreat Facilitator:
Dana Hersh is a passionate teacher, facilitator, and intuitive healer offering doorways into inner wisdom. She combines her natural gifts of clairvoyance, training in various healing modalities, musicianship, and leadership to help people on the path of awakening gain clarity, release blocks, and align with their authentic path.
Testimonials:
Dana delivers a unique experience for all, offering many gifts through her own vessel of beauty, grace, love, understanding, fun, and humor. She simultaneously leads the individual and the group through a transformative process while developing a harmonious community of heart and soul. I walked away from this retreat with clarity, direction, insight, new friends, and a better person. 5+ stars for Dana. —Sandy Adamski
This is the most fulfilling retreat I've ever attended. Dana creates an exclusive, loving atmosphere so the group dynamic is exceptional! I came away in awe of the wonderful people I became close to. I felt bathed in the generosity of all. —Lucinda Jackson
Dana is an amazing human being with such an open heart that she expresses to everyone so beautifully. She's a gifted healer, teacher, and incredible retreat leader. If you choose to receive her gifts, you will truly be blessed for the experience. —Julie Bentley