Are you ready to step into “something more” in your personal and professional life? Whether it’s showing up with greater focus, resilience, and confidence—or finding the clarity and energy to engage fully in work, relationships, and life—this Sedona retreat offers the perfect blend of reflection, learning, and rejuvenation.
Join a small group of like-minded peers in the inspiring red rock landscapes of Sedona, Arizona, a place known for its grounding energy, breathtaking scenery, and capacity to spark insight. Over the retreat, you’ll participate in interactive, research-informed sessions rooted in the Center for Courage & Renewal (CCR), Parker Palmer’s teachings, and Brené Brown’s Daring Way™. These sessions help you explore patterns that hold you back and provide practical tools for burnout recovery, emotional resilience, and wholehearted living.
Your experience will combine guided self-reflection, group exercises, and immersive outdoor adventures, including hiking Sedona’s scenic trails and connecting with its energy-rich sites. You’ll leave with strategies to strengthen leadership, clarify personal purpose, and cultivate lasting change in both work and life.
Whether your goal is professional growth, personal clarity, or simply reconnecting with what matters most, this retreat provides the time, space, and supportive community to reflect deeply, set intentions, and move forward with confidence. Sedona’s natural beauty, paired with expert guidance and meaningful connection, makes this a retreat experience designed to inspire and transform—long after you return home.
30 CME/CEUs Available
PLEASE NOTE
This itinerary may change slightly due to accommodation availability, rain, festivals and spontaneous side trips. This is not an endurance race, nor a competition. Please be respectful of all the different paces and walks of life that come together on this group trip.
Reflections based on retreat content can be eligible for up to 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Learn more about CME/CEU credits for healthcare specialties here
7:00 – 7:30 AM | Breakfast at the hotel
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Inspirational Sessions
Engaging, research-backed discussions inspired by Brené Brown, Parker Palmer, and other thought leaders in burnout prevention, resilience, and personal growth.
12:00 – 4:00 PM | Hiking Sedona’s Stunning Trails
Explore Sedona’s breathtaking landscapes, using the journey as a metaphor for cultivating gratitude, hope, awe, and joy.
4:00 – 6:00 PM | Personal Renewal Time
Take this time to recharge in your own way—journal, meditate, swim, read, book a massage, or simply soak in the beauty of Sedona.
6:00 – 8:00 PM | Group Dinner
Share a nourishing meal while reflecting on the day’s insights and experiences.
8:00 – 9:00 PM | Evening Social & Reflection
Unwind with fellow travelers around the fire pit, pool, or during a casual social hour, deepening connections and integrating the day’s lessons.
Welcome to Phoenix—the city of renewal and transformation, named after the mythical bird that rises from the ashes. This is a fitting place to begin our journey of reflection, renewal and re-creation. Arrive at your leisure and take time to settle in. Whether you choose to immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant arts and culture, explore the stunning desert landscapes, savor a memorable meal, or simply unwind by the pool, this day is yours to enjoy. Our retreat officially begins at 7:30 AM the next morning. Overnight stay in Phoenix.
This morning, we begin with transformative educational sessions focused on gratitude, relationships, and mindset—the foundation for a more fulfilling life. Afterward, we travel by comfortable passenger van to Sedona, a destination renowned for its majestic red rock landscapes and spiritual energy. Upon arrival, we check in at The Element Hotel before gathering for our afternoon sessions, deepening our exploration of personal growth. Overnight stay at The Element Hotel in Sedona. Breakfast included
Our morning sessions center on creating space in our busy lives—clarifying values, setting boundaries, and allowing new stories of meaning and purpose to emerge. In the afternoon, we step into Sedona’s breathtaking wilderness, hiking the Courthouse Loop, Bell Rock Climb, and Big Park trails—routes known for their connection to the region’s famous energy vortexes. For those seeking deep relaxation, the afternoon is also an opportunity to experience world-class alternative healing—book a massage, Reiki session, or other holistic treatments available nearby. Overnight stay at The Element Hotel in Sedona. Breakfast included
Today’s morning sessions guide us through the themes of perfectionism, grief, and forgiveness, helping us release what no longer serves us. In the afternoon, we hike the Fay Canyon Trail, a hidden gem tucked within Sedona’s red rock landscape. The trail ends at a dramatic Supai sandstone cliff, and for those feeling adventurous, an optional scramble up the rock face offers an awe-inspiring panoramic view of the valley below. Once we return to the hotel, there is free-time to use for your own well-being. Overnight stay at The Element Hotel in Sedona. Breakfast & Dinner included
Morning sessions will focus on exploring and creating the life you desire through interactive clearness committee exercises. Afterward, we’ll hike the Baldwin Trail loop, taking in sweeping red rock views and the natural beauty of Sedona. For those who wish, there’s the option to continue up to the summit of Cathedral Rock, a well-known energy vortex and one of Sedona’s most iconic landmarks. The hike concludes beside a tranquil creek, where we’ll gather for a gratitude circle, reflecting on the week’s experiences. We’ll then return to our hotel for free time to rest, explore, or enjoy personal reflection. Overnight Stay at the Element Hotel in Sedona. Breakfast included
Our morning sessions focus on navigating transitions and crafting a vision for a life filled with greater meaning, purpose, and joy. After our morning sessions we will spend some time in downtown Sedona allowing the opportunity to do a little shopping and to check out Sedona’s business community. The afternoon affords us one more opportunity for what many say is the best trail in Sedona — the Oak Creek Trail. This trail traverses a shallow stream that flows through a deep, forested canyon. It contains plentiful wildlife and many eroded rock formations, and is the perfect place to end our hiking retreat. Tonight we stay at the Element Hotel in Sedona. Breakfast included.
Morning sessions will focus on tying the retreat together with reflection, intention-setting, and connection. We’ll write a letter to our future selves, and close with a final water ceremony to mark the journey. Afterward, we’ll arrive back in Phoenix by 12 noon. Some travelers may fly home later, while others can explore the city—visit the Botanical Garden or take one last hike, such as summiting Camelback Mountain. Breakfast included.
Price Information:
Double Occupancy – $2,499.00
Single Occupancy – $3,199.00
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