The world needs your gifts and your Presence more than ever - without distraction or burnout.
If you're recognizing a need for more intentionally cultivated time and space for yourself - so that you can honor the inner pull to more tangibly share your gifts - then the The Divine, along with the majestic Redwoods, are inviting you to come Home to yourself this June 22-26, 2026.
The theme for 2026 is being BOLD about taking inspired new actions based on your calling and your purpose -in a circle with kindred spirit practitioners, aspiring practitioners and fellow change makers, stewards, and conscious leaders and creators (or those who aspire to be).
Set at a gorgeous mountaintop retreat center in Northern California, you'll experience daily meditation, breathwork, sound healing, and spiritual ceremony, along with gourmet food and outdoor hot tub during communal evening hours.
Early Bird Pricing - Save $150 before Feb 15, 2026.
Registration closes on April 15, 2026
Dates are Monday June 22 through Friday June 26, 2026.
5 spaces left (8 total spaces).
Come unleash your Spirit with other empaths, conscious leaders, way-showers, and stewards - kindred spirits who, like you, are ready to more tangibly honor your inner pull to share your gifts with the world.
Joyously come home to yourself as we synergize, strategize, collaborate and receive the Magic that happens when we intentionally amplify each other's connections to Source in the tranquility and stillness of echanted forests and ocean hideaways.
The group synergy from daily spiritual ceremony allows you to receive a sense of CLEAR knowing- and you will receive a grounded dose of momentum, inspiration, and clarity on your life direction, purpose, and next steps to evolve your service, whatever that may be. Even if you have just an idea at this point, this is the retreat that will help you ground that dream into action.
With ample sun and a little morning fog, we will be walking through lush valleys, forests, and beaches that are filled with wonder. We will traverse areas that are not only spectacularly beautiful, but carry the energetic echoes and imprints from our indigenous ancestors. You will literally FEEL their presence as we call them into our ceremony.
Here's what's in store:
- Daily spiritual ceremony on sacred lands, enchanted forests & ocean hideaways.
- Meditation & Breathwork to calm nervous system.
- Group mastermind will ground your dreams into 3D reality.
- Authentic Native American ceremony & rituals
- Sound healing & frequency ceremonies to bring clarity
- Co-facilitated by healing practitioner Corrine Kinczel of Oakland, CA
- Gentle movement for all bodies & abilities
- Delicious & nutritious organic meals included
- Optional hot tub in the evenings
Our beautiful retreat center, Spirit House, is located in the middle of a beautiful forest at the top of a mountain - and you will feel elevated, uplifted, and inspired as we commune with Spirit, and each other, in this gorgeous pristine wonderland.
Most of all, you will feel incredibly close to the Divine, and to your TRUE self - liberated, free, uninhibited, and closely connected to your ideal self (and to other kindred souls interested in making the spiritual 'tangible.').
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"Tears became laughter, releasing became freedom, blurred Channels became clear, strangers became lifelong friends. I would do it again in a heartbeat. This experience helped each of us to become more "Whole". Michael is the embodiment of a Lightworker and listened deeply with all 6 senses to each group member whilst simultaneously channeling from the Divine with unconditional love and acceptance" - Judy Johnson.
Experience daily creative activities and joy filled exercises that allow you to feel inspiration as you commune and collaborate with your fellow way showers - and with Spirit - at our incredible mountaintop retreat center in an enchanted forest.
"Life changing doesn't even begin to describe it. What an unbelievable time!"
- Kevin Friel
"Amazing doesn't even come close! I'm still thrumming!" - Linda P.
For nearly 20 years, Dr. Michael R. Smith's pioneering work to connect empaths and sensitives with their Divine potential has helped millions. As a doctoral trained counselor, spirit medium, and healing practitioner of indigenous energy medicine, Michael's great joy is to serve as a spiritual guide for those at all levels of awakening. He lives in the enchanted forests of Woodacre, CA -just a 5-min drive from our gorgeous retreat location, where he enjoys hot yoga, hiking, singing, creating music, and playing with Akela, his chocolate lab.
Michael will be offering a semi-private exclusive day of ceremony for just you and one other person on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Be sure to contact Michael with your interest.
Michael will be offering private day of ceremony on Sunday June 21, 2026. Contact him with your interest.
You may be interested in arriving a day early to explore the area on your own, or perhaps visit the city of San Francisco, CA - one hour from our gathering place.
Others may find that an early flight arrival on Mon. Jun 22 will facilitate your arrival at Spirit House in Woodacre before our ceremony begins at 4 pm. Aim to be at the house no later than 2:30 pm to set up your stuff. See below for shuttle from SFO airport.
Organic & delicious meals are included, and you may want to bring your own snacks. We can easily accomodate special needs diets.
Mon, June 22, 2026 - Arrival at SPIRIT HOUSE
Noon-3 pm - Begin arrival at Spirit House, our amazing retreat center in Woodacre, CA, Click here for photos and info.
4 pm SHARP- Ceremony begins
7 pm - Dinner
8-9 pm - Special Spirit ceremony
Tues. June 23, 2026
8 am - breakfast
9 am - Morning Meditation & gentle stretching (for all bodies)
9:30 am - Morning Heart Circle & Sharing
11 am - 5 pm - Explore sacred lands, forests & oceans with Spirit Ceremony and creative exercises throughout the day (there will be relatively short hikes to reach our destinations, about 60-90 mins of walking each day). A boxed lunch will be provided - you will take your lunch in your backpack. Whales often make their appearance where we will be visiiting.
6 pm (approx) - Dinner at the retreat center
7-8 pm - Evening ceremony
8 pm - Personal time, outdoor hot tub under the stars, etc.
Wed, June 24, 2026
8 am - Breakfast
9 am - Morning Meditation & gentle stretching with daily intention setting (for all bodies)
9:30 am - Morning Heart Circle & Sharing
11 am - 5 pm - Explore sacred lands, forests & oceans with Spirit Ceremony and fun, creative exercises throughout the day (there will be relatively short hikes to reach our destinations, about 60-90 mins of walking each day). A boxed lunch will be provided - you will take your lunch in your backpack.
6 pm (approx) - Dinner at the retreat center
7 pm - Evening ceremony
8 pm- Personal time, outdoor hot tub, etc.
Thurs. June 25, 2026
8 am - Breakfast
9 - Morning streching & sharing circle
10 - 1 pm - Creative exercises to bring inspiration and clarity.
1 pm - Ceremony 'officially' ends and Michael can arrange rides to the airport and or where you need to go, if necessary. It is very strongly recommended that you spend the night for best intergration of the Light we create.
2 pm - post retreat party & celebration ( art, music, & creative expression).
Friday, June 26, 2026
We need to vacate the house no later than 9 am (firm), but can stay outside on the grounds until 11 am (firm). Michael will offer personal sessions in the morning if you are staying until the evening, please email him with availability.
I request that you pay your tuition via VENMO (they don't take fees). If you do, I will take $30 off your tuition AND offer you one of my self paced courses - the Essential Empath - or the Empath Toolkit - for FREE. To arrange this, simply email me or use the contact form on this website.
please email Michael here with any questions
5 spots left for 2026. First come, first served.
I request that you pay your tuition via VENMO (they don't take fees). If you do, I will take $25 off your tuition AND offer you one of my self paced courses - the Essential Empath - or the Empath Toolkit - for FREE. To arrange this, simply email me or use the contact form on this website.
Early bird discount ends on Feb. 15, 2026.
Registration deadline is April 15, 2026.
You will automatically be emailed instructions after payment.
