Women Retreat: Awaken the Goddess Within
- Nico Rossi
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A Journey of Feminine Remembering in the Mexican Jungle: Awaken the Goddess Within — a Unique Women’s Retreat
There comes a moment in a woman’s life when the old stories grow too small. When the roles she has played no longer feel like home. When she senses, quietly but unmistakably, that something deeper inside her is ready to rise. It is not a crisis. It is not an ending. It is a remembering.
This is the call to Awaken the Goddess Within—a sacred women’s retreat guided by Wise Women / Laughing Crone & Sally Brucker in the lush jungle of Puerto Morelos, Mexico.
This is not a retreat about becoming someone new.
It is an invitation to return to who you already are.
Retreat page: https://www.sallybrucker.com/mexico-retreat1-1
Who Is Sally Brucker? A Keeper of Women’s Wisdom
Sally carries the presence of a woman who has lived deeply, listened carefully, and learned to trust what the feminine knows. Her wisdom is warm, embodied, humorous, and grounded. She is not a guru—she is a guide, an elder, a torchbearer of feminine remembering.
Over the past 45 years, Sally has devoted herself to women’s healing and empowerment. She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, is a longtime Expressive Arts Therapist, and served as the director of The Center for Women’s Healing, where she supported women through transitions, grief, identity shifts, and emotional rebirth.
About Sally: https://www.sallybrucker.com/aboutsally
Meet Sally: https://www.sallybrucker.com/meet-sally-brucker
Her work is woven from:
expressive arts and intuitive creativity
women’s mythology, archetype, and ritual
movement, breath, and somatic guidance
Indigenous teachings and traditional midwife wisdom
dreamwork and intuition
a lifelong relationship with the wild feminine
Sally is known for her deep presence and her laugh—one that cracks open the parts of us that have been holding on too tightly. She believes that transformation happens when women sit together in honesty, beauty, and creative expression. Her retreats are less about instruction and more about remembering.
Her essence is simple: She helps women come home to themselves.
Website: https://www.sallybrucker.com
Awaken the Goddess Within: What This Retreat Really Is
This retreat is a ceremony of returning.
A pause in the rhythm of daily life.
A threshold into a more honest, embodied way of being.
“Awakening the Goddess” is not about perfection or performance.
It is about presence.
It is about truth.
It is about the part of you that has been whispering for years:
I want to live differently.
Women join this retreat because:
they are navigating transition
they feel pulled toward something deeper
they want to connect with their intuition
they desire softness after years of holding everything together
they long for sisterhood
they want to reclaim their voice, their creativity, or their joy
they feel an unnamed calling
Here, you do not have to be strong.
You do not have to be certain.
You only need to be willing.
Why the Jungle is the Perfect Place to Awaken the Goddess
There is a reason this retreat takes place at Lunita Jungle Retreat. The land itself participates in your healing. The air is thick with life. The trees hold your stories without judgment. The pathways invite slowness. The quiet supports truth.
The jungle does what the feminine does when she is allowed to breathe:
She softens.
She reveals.
She remembers.
Lunita offers:
intimate cabanas wrapped in green
a serene, feminine atmosphere
open spaces for circle work and ritual
gentle, nourishing jungle silence
a nearby cenote used for sacred water ceremonies
presence-filled guidance from local Maya teachers
Many women say they feel held from the moment they arrive—as if the land itself has been waiting for them.
What You Will Experience: Rituals, Creativity, Sisterhood
The retreat unfolds organically, responding to the needs of the women who gather. Yet certain pillars shape the journey.
Opening Maya Ceremony
A local Maya spiritual guide blesses the circle and opens the retreat with reverence and cultural respect. It is the moment the group crosses the threshold together.
Cacao Ceremony
Cacao invites openness of heart and softens emotional armor. This ritual allows women to return to tenderness, gratitude, and connection.
Sacred Cenote Immersion
A cenote is a womb of the Earth. Stepping into the cool, ancient waters cleanses the mind and awakens the spirit. Women often describe this as a moment of profound release and rebirth.
Creative Expression & Art Ritual
Sally’s expressive arts sessions are intuitive, playful, and soul-led. Through paint, collage, clay, movement, and improvisation, women speak from their inner world rather than the thinking mind. You do not need any artistic skill. This is not art—it is revelation.
Circle Work & Storytelling
The heart of the retreat lies in the circle. Women share when ready. Others listen with presence. Being witnessed without judgment is one of the most potent medicines of the feminine path.
The Laughing Crone
This beloved ritual honors the Crone—the liberated elder inside every woman who sees clearly, laughs easily, forgives quickly, and lives freely. Humor becomes spiritual practice.
Spaciousness for Rest
The schedule leaves room for napping, wandering, journaling, silence, and simply being. The Goddess does not awaken under pressure.
Science Backs It Up
1. Nature immersion lowers stress and improves emotional regulation
Research from the American Psychological Association shows that spending time in natural environments significantly reduces cortisol, enhances emotional stability, and supports overall psychological wellbeing.
2. Ritual increases social bonding, resilience, and emotional coherence
Studies published through Harvard University demonstrate that shared rituals deepen group connection, increase empathy, and create predictable emotional structure that supports healing.
3. Expressive arts reduce stress, improve mood, and support trauma integration
Research from the National Institutes of Health confirms that creative expression enhances emotional processing, reduces anxiety, and supports neurobiological regulation.
People Also Ask
What does it mean to “awaken the goddess within”?
It means reconnecting with your intuitive, creative, truthful feminine nature. This retreat uses ritual, creative expression, and circle work to help women remember who they are beneath expectations, roles, and conditioning. It is a gentle, embodied awakening.
What is the purpose of a cenote ceremony?
A cenote ceremony is a water ritual held in sacred natural pools. The cool, clear waters symbolize rebirth and renewal. Women enter slowly, releasing emotional heaviness and inviting clarity, calm, and openness. It is one of the most powerful parts of the retreat.
Do I need experience with ritual or creativity?
Not at all. All practices are welcoming and beginner-friendly. Sally guides each step with warmth and intuitive support. The retreat is about presence, not performance. Every woman, regardless of age or background, feels included.
Explore the Full Awaken the Goddess Within Blog Series
To explore this journey more deeply, you can follow the full three-part series dedicated to Awaken the Goddess Within:
• Post 1 – The Retreat Overview:
Discover the essence of the experience, the practices, and what unfolds inside this sacred women retreat at Lunita. https://www.lunitajungleretreat.com/post/awaken-the-goddess-within-women-retreat
• Post 2 – Meet the Guide:
Learn about Sally Brucker’s lineage, philosophy, and the feminine wisdom that shapes her work.
• Post 3 – The Transformational Path:
Explore the archetypes, rituals, creativity, and embodied practices that define this women retreat in the Mexican jungle. https://www.lunitajungleretreat.com/post/awaken-the-goddess-within-a-transformational-women-retreat-in-the-mexican-jungle
Together, these three articles offer a complete and soulful understanding of the retreat’s depth, intention, and sacred container.
Final Thoughts
There is a goddess inside every woman—not a mythic figure, but a living presence made of intuition, tenderness, courage, creativity, and truth. She does not need to be found. She only needs to be remembered.
In the quiet cradle of the Mexican jungle, surrounded by ritual, art, laughter, and sisterhood, the path home becomes clear.
If your heart whispers yes, this sacred circle may be calling your name.
🌿 Learn more: https://www.sallybrucker.com
🌿 Retreat page: https://www.sallybrucker.com/mexico-retreat1-1
🌿 Lunita event listing: https://www.lunitajungleretreat.com/event-details/awaken-the-goddess-within
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the retreat?
The retreat is guided by Sally Brucker, a wise elder with over forty-five years of experience in women’s healing, expressive arts therapy, ritual, and circle work. Her approach is warm, intuitive, humorous, and deeply grounded. She creates a safe, nurturing environment where women feel seen and supported as they reconnect with their truth.
Where does the retreat happen?
The retreat takes place at Lunita Jungle Retreat in Puerto Morelos, Mexico, a natural sanctuary surrounded by jungle. The land offers peace, privacy, and natural beauty that support emotional and spiritual work. Ceremonial areas, quiet cabanas, and a nearby cenote create the perfect setting for feminine transformation.
Is this retreat suitable for younger women?
Yes. While many participants come in midlife or beyond, younger women often join seeking clarity, grounding, and guidance. The retreat welcomes adult women of all ages. Intergenerational circles are some of the most powerful, as wisdom and curiosity flow both ways.
What is included in the retreat?
The retreat typically includes cacao ceremony, cenote immersion, expressive arts sessions, circle work, movement, storytelling, Maya blessing ceremony, and spacious time for rest. Each retreat is intuitive, shaped by the needs of the group. All rituals are guided with respect and care.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothing, a journal, swimsuit for the cenote, sandals, and a light shawl. Art materials are provided. Bring openness, curiosity, and a willingness to slow down. The environment is designed for softness and introspection.
Can I attend alone?
Yes. Most women come alone and instantly feel embraced by the circle. The retreat is safe, supportive, and intentionally created for solo travelers. Many women leave with lifelong friendships.
How do I register?
Register on Sally’s retreat page: https://www.sallybrucker.com/mexico-retreat1-1
Or through Lunita’s event listing: https://www.lunitajungleretreat.com/event-details/awaken-the-goddess-within
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