The Woman Behind Temple of Remembrance 🌿
- Nico Rossi
- Jan 21
- 5 min read
An Introduction to the Guide of the Temple of Remembrance Retreat
Behind every meaningful women’s embodiment retreat stands a guide who knows how to listen — not only to words, but to bodies, emotions, and silence.
For the Temple of Remembrance retreat held at Lunita Jungle Retreat Center in Mexico, that guide is Veronika Starr.
Her work does not ask women to become something new.
It invites them to remember what has always been there.
Through embodiment, ritual, and trauma-aware presence, Veronika creates spaces where women soften back into their bodies, reconnect with intuition, and reclaim inner authority — without pressure, performance, or spiritual bypassing.
This article explores who Veronika Starr is, the foundations of her work, and why her guidance is central to the depth and integrity of the Temple of Remembrance retreat.
Who Is Veronika Starr?
Veronika Starr is a facilitator, guide, and steward of women’s embodiment work rooted in somatic awareness, ritual, and lived presence. Her path has unfolded through years of direct experience with the body, the nervous system, and the subtle ways women hold memory, emotion, and truth.
Rather than positioning herself as a teacher above others, Veronika works as a holder of space — someone who knows how to attune, listen, and respond to what arises in real time.
Her work is informed by:
Feminine embodiment practices
Trauma-aware facilitation
Ritual and ceremonial space-holding
Nervous system regulation
Deep listening to the body as a source of wisdom
You can explore her broader body of work and philosophy on her website:
What Embodiment Means in Veronika’s Work
Embodiment, in this context, is not a performance or a technique.
It is the practice of coming home to the body as it is, moment by moment.
In Veronika’s retreats, embodiment may include:
Slowing down enough to feel sensation
Allowing emotion to move without being fixed or analyzed
Relearning safety through presence and pacing
Reconnecting with intuition through bodily awareness
This approach is especially supportive for women who have spent years living from the mind, caregiving for others, or navigating systems that required disconnection from the body.
Rather than pushing for catharsis, Veronika emphasizes consent, regulation, and choice — allowing each woman’s process to unfold organically.
Why the Guide Matters in a Women’s Embodiment Retreat
A women’s retreat is only as safe and transformative as the person holding the container.
Facilitators who lack trauma awareness or somatic sensitivity can unintentionally create environments where participants feel overwhelmed, unseen, or pressured to “break through.”
Veronika’s work is different.
She understands that:
Safety precedes transformation
Regulation is more powerful than intensity
Listening matters more than directing
This is why the Temple of Remembrance retreat is not about fixing or improving the feminine — it is about remembering and restoring relationship with the body.
You can explore the retreat itself here:
And see how it is held within the jungle container at Lunita:
The Temple of Remembrance as a Living Container
The retreat is shaped not as a rigid program, but as a living ceremonial arc.
Veronika weaves together embodiment practices, ritual, rest, and shared presence in a way that honors each participant’s pace.
The intention is not to extract insight, but to restore relationship — with body, intuition, and inner knowing.
This work is especially supported by the environment of Lunita Jungle Retreat Center, where nature itself participates in the process. The jungle slows the nervous system, quiets external noise, and supports embodied presence without effort.
Learn more about Lunita as a retreat center here:
Read more about this unique retreat
The Temple of Remembrance retreat is part of a larger sacred journey rooted in feminine wisdom, embodiment, and remembrance. To understand the full vision, intention, and spirit of this experience, we invite you to explore the main overview of the retreat, where all elements come together in one unified offering.
👉 Read the full retreat overview here:
Science Backs It Up 🌿
Modern research supports the foundations of embodiment and nature-held retreat work.
Studies published by the American Psychological Association show that somatic awareness practices improve emotional regulation and stress recovery.
Harvard Health Publishing highlights how mindfulness and body-based practices support trauma recovery and nervous system balance.
Research from the University of Michigan demonstrates that immersive nature environments enhance emotional balance, attention, and group cohesion.
When embodiment work is held in nature, the environment itself becomes part of the healing field.
People Also Ask
Who is Veronika Starr?
Veronika Starr is a facilitator specializing in women’s embodiment, ritual-based healing, and trauma-aware practices. Her work focuses on helping women reconnect with their bodies, intuition, and inner authority through somatic awareness and ceremonial space-holding.
What is embodiment work in women’s retreats?
Embodiment work supports women in reconnecting with bodily awareness and emotional intelligence. It often includes somatic practices, ritual, breathwork, and mindful movement to regulate the nervous system and deepen self-trust.
Why does facilitator experience matter in a women’s retreat?
Facilitator experience shapes safety and depth. Skilled guides create containers where participants feel supported and regulated, allowing emotional release and integration to unfold naturally without pressure.
A Guide Who Listens
The Temple of Remembrance is not defined by a schedule or a set of practices.
It is shaped by how it is held.
Veronika Starr brings presence, discernment, and deep respect for the body into every aspect of the retreat. In partnership with Lunita Jungle Retreat Center, her work unfolds within a setting that supports slowness, truth, and genuine remembering.
To explore the retreat experience itself, visit:
When the guide, the land, and the intention align, transformation doesn’t need to be forced.
It happens naturally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Veronika Starr’s work unique?
Veronika’s work centers on trauma-aware embodiment rather than performance-based spirituality. She prioritizes consent, pacing, and deep listening, creating spaces where women can soften and reconnect without being pushed toward emotional intensity.
Is the Temple of Remembrance retreat suitable for beginners?
Yes. No prior experience with embodiment or ritual is required. The retreat meets participants where they are and offers gentle guidance so each woman can engage at her own pace.
Is this retreat therapeutic?
The retreat is not clinical therapy. It is a ceremonial and embodiment-based experience that supports self-awareness and integration. Participants are encouraged to seek additional therapeutic support if needed.
How does Lunita Jungle Retreat support this work?
Lunita provides a quiet, nature-immersed environment that supports nervous system regulation. The jungle setting, ceremony spaces, and experienced hosting team allow the facilitator to focus fully on holding the retreat container.
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat is for women seeking depth, authenticity, and reconnection — especially those navigating transitions, burnout, grief, or a desire to return to embodied presence.
How is this retreat connected to the Temple of Remembrance theme?
The retreat centers on remembering the feminine body and inner wisdom through ritual, embodiment, and shared presence, allowing participants to reconnect with parts of themselves shaped by lineage and lived experience.
Where can I learn more about Veronika Starr’s work?
You can explore her teachings, retreats, and philosophy at:
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