Return to Beauty Retreat
A Journey from Fear to Joy
Group movement & embodied practice | Breathtaking desert views & hikes | Meditation & mindfulness | Burn & release fire ceremony| Shamanic breathwork journeys | Functional movement sessions | Group processing & integration circles | Optional empowerment photography | Ayurvedic-inspired meals | Optional bodywork sessions | Creative exploration time | Masculine & feminine balancing practices
April 16 - 19, 2025
Awaken Your Inner Radiance.
Step into three days and three nights of transformation, renewal, and deep restoration in the tranquil desert sanctuary of Blisstopia in Peoria, Arizona.
Through embodied movement, functional fitness, meditation, and shamanic breathwork, you’ll learn to calm the low hum of anxiety, release what no longer serves you, and open to the beauty that’s been within you all along. Together, we’ll honor the power of ritual with a burn & release fire ceremony, explore the stillness and wonder of desert hikes, and reconnect to joy through creativity, community, and ease.
This retreat, guided by Cynthia Flynn and Raschel Biagioli, weaves together decades of experience in body-based healing, shamanic practice, and soul-centered transformation. It’s designed for both men and women seeking to find balance between strength and softness, action and rest, masculine and feminine — within themselves and in the world around them.
Whether you’re seeking clarity, connection, or simply space to breathe again, Return to Beauty is your invitation to come home to joy, to presence, and to the radiant beauty of being fully alive.
A look into a typical retreat day.
Each day at Return to Beauty is a nourishing blend of movement, mindfulness, and restoration, designed to help you feel lighter, clearer, and more connected to yourself.
Mornings begin with gentle somatic movement and intention-setting, followed by sunrise walks or hikes through the serene Arizona desert. These moments in nature invite you to ground, breathe, and soften into the beauty around you, creating space for old patterns to fall away and for joy to return.
Afternoons offer a mix of meaningful inner work and spacious play. Through shamanic breathwork, mindful movement, and creative exploration, you’ll experience powerful energetic shifts while also having time to simply be—journaling in the sun, resting by the pool, or connecting with others in authentic, supportive conversation. You’ll have full access to Blisstopia’s wellness amenities, including the hot tub, pool, infrared sauna, meditation spaces, and labyrinthfor integration and reflection.
As the sun sets, we gather for our fire ceremony—a sacred ritual of release and renewal beneath the desert sky. This ceremony helps you let go of fear, soften the mind, and make room for ease and beauty to rise within you.
Evenings are devoted to deep restoration. Enjoy nourishing Ayurvedic-inspired meals, reflection time, and the option to soak in the hot tub under the stars, walk the labyrinth, or simply rest. This sacred evening space supports integration, calm, and a gentle return to your own inner rhythm.
With an intuitive flow—this retreat is designed to help you tune in, reset, and reconnect with the beauty that has always lived within you. Let yourself soften into the experience. Let joy rise. Let beauty lead.
Sunrise Mountain is right outside the back gate, not driving to the trail head. This is a low impact hike.
Private Patio Retreat Villa - We have this villa to ourselves! The only other people on the property are our hosts!
Group Meditation - Each day we will go into meditation, discover new tools and new things about ourselves.
Private Pool - Right outside the private patio is this wonderful pool. Take a dip.
Shamanic Breathwork and Sound Healing - Raschel will be leading us in a Shamanic breathwork release session.
Labyrinth Meditations - Right on the property is a labyrinth, this will be for both group and private meditation.
Practice and Learn Divination - Try all the tools.
Burn & Release Ceremony - A private fireplace is on the property and we will create a traditional fire ceremony for you to release.
Private Hot Tub and Sauna - On the property is a hot tub and infrared sauna.
Views and Hiking Access to Sunrise Mountain
Group Processing in our private studio.
Sound Healing
All meals are prepared and served by our onsite Ayurvedic chef.
Lana and her magic!
Lounge or jump into the 5' deep pool.
Our own private labyrinth
Community
Deep healing
What’s Included?
Your retreat is designed to be effortless—just arrive and immerse yourself in the experience. Everything is thoughtfully taken care of so you can focus on rest, connection, and transformation.
3 days and 3 nights at Blisstopia Retreat Center in Peoria, Arizona — a serene, private space designed for deep restoration and connection (Thursday through Sunday morning)
Exclusive use of the property — our group will have full access to the retreat center and its peaceful surroundings
Nourishing Ayurvedic-inspired meals, including light breakfasts, wholesome lunches, and grounding dinners are all cooked and provided.
Guided group experiences including somatic movement, functional fitness, meditation, shamanic breathwork, and a powerful fire release ceremony
Hikes and desert exploration, designed to restore balance and awaken awe
Time for integration and connection, with opportunities to rest, create, journal, or enjoy community
On-site wellness amenities, including a pool, hot tub, infrared sauna, yoga studio, and labyrinth for reflection and relaxation
Optional bodywork sessions for personalized healing and restoration
Optional mini empowerment photoshoot on Saturday with a professional photographer. Kayla Garretson will be joining us for the day.
Private online community space for updates, connection, and integration support before and after the retrea.
Each day flows intuitively, balancing structure and spontaneity as you reconnect with your body, your breath, and your inner beauty.
What’s not?
This list is short:
Flights to Phoenix, Arizona, and ground transportation to and from Blisstopia Retreat Center (a group chat will be created to coordinate carpools)
Optional bodywork and photography sessions
Any personal shopping or additional off-site activities
Is this for you?
If you’re ready to slow down, reconnect, and rediscover the beauty of being alive—this retreat is for you.
This experience welcomes both men and women of all backgrounds and levels. Whether you’re craving clarity, balance, or simply a space to breathe, Return to Beauty offers a nurturing environment to explore your edges and soften into ease.
It’s for you if you’re:
Carrying the low hum of anxiety or burnout and seeking renewal
At a crossroads, longing to feel more grounded and inspired
Wanting to deepen your connection to your body, your joy, and the natural world
Curious about shamanic and embodied healing in a safe, supportive space
Ready to release fear and open to the power of play, presence, and beauty
Join us for a journey of transformation, joy, and self-rediscovery.
You’ll leave lighter, more centered, and more at ease in your own skin.
Accomodations
PRICING
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$2000
Shared accommodations, everyone has their own bed, 11 spaces available
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$4000
1 available, a single room with 2 twin beds, Contact us to secure this spot
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$1800
Share a king bed with your bestie. 2 inside the shared accommodations.
Empowerment Mini Photoshoot
(Optional Add-On)
We’re thrilled to welcome Kayla Garretson, our retreat photographer, who will be joining us on Saturday to capture the beauty, connection, and magic of the day.
You’ll also have the opportunity to step away for a private 15-minute mini shoot, where Kayla will capture your authentic, empowered feminine essence in a relaxed and supportive setting.
Mini Shoot Details:
✨ 15-minute session
✨ 6 professionally edited images included
✨ $150 investment
✨ Extra images available for purchase
Payment is required one week prior to the retreat to reserve your time slot.
Spots are limited — don’t miss the chance to celebrate yourself in this special way.
Meet Your Hosts
When we dreamed up Return to Beauty, our shared vision was simple yet powerful—to create a space where men and women could slow down, reconnect, and remember the beauty that lives within and around them.
This retreat is rooted in the belief that transformation doesn’t always come through striving—it often comes through softness, play, and presence. Together, we’ve woven our collective experience in body-based healing, shamanic practice, and intuitive wisdom into a journey that restores joy, balance, and ease.
At Return to Beauty, you’re invited to release the noise, quiet the mind, and come home to yourself.
No rushing. No roles to play. Just space to breathe, move, laugh, and rediscover the radiant beauty that has always been yours.
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I’m Raschel Biagioli, a multi-passionate healer, shamanic practitioner, and coach dedicated to helping people clear the spaces of their lives—physically, emotionally, and energetically. With over 20 years of experience in organizing, breathwork, somatic movement, and holistic transformation, I blend the practical and the mystical to create deep, lasting change.
As the founder of Edgeless Action, LLC, I guide individuals through shamanic healing, energetic alignment, and space clearing to help them reclaim their power and step into their fullest expression. My work is rooted in intuitive guidance, ancestral wisdom, and sacred rituals that support authentic, embodied transformation.
At the Return to Beauty Retreat, I bring my experience in shamanic practices, somatic movement, and mindset coaching to help you release fear, move energy through the body, and reconnect with your natural state of joy and ease. This retreat is an invitation to return home to yourself—to soften, play, and rediscover the beauty that has always been within you.
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I’m Cynthia Flynn, a coach, psychotherapist, and retreat leader dedicated to helping people create lasting, positive change in their lives. With over three decades of experience in mental health and personal development, I bring a heart-centered, practical approach to transformation—one that honors both the science of the mind and the wisdom of the soul.
I began my career as a medical technologist, running a pediatric lab in Wauwatosa before earning my Bachelor’s in Social Work from UW–Milwaukee and later an MBA from Cardinal Stritch University. My path eventually led me into the field of addictions and psychotherapy, where I discovered my true passion for guiding others toward healing and growth.
In 1992, I founded Personal Growth Associates in Elm Grove, Wisconsin, where I continue to offer individual, couples, and group therapy, as well as retreats that invite deep reflection and renewal.
At the Return to Beauty Retreat, I bring my experience in emotional healing, embodiment, and integrative growth to help you release what no longer serves you, rediscover inner ease, and remember the beauty that’s been within you all along.
After having a near death experience, it became my life's mission to teach others the healing process and Divine knowledge that changed my life. I don’t just lead the way—I empower people with the tools and wisdom to awaken, heal themselves, and bloom into their highest self- where they can manifest the life they desire.
I have nearly a decade of experience working with Shamans, Top Energy Healers, and have gained certifications in Usui Reiki Levels I, II, and Master Teacher, EFT Tapping, and Spiritual Life Coaching.
My Energy Practice – Lotus Light Energy & Healing offers a variety of healing modalities and spiritual coaching, all divinely guided by light beings and angelic forces. My work focuses on Intuitive Energy Healing, Reiki, and Spiritual Empowerment Coaching, Inner Child Healing, Past life/Inner life regression, Somatic Movement/Energy Release, Quantum Manifestation and Sound Healing.Since every soul is unique, each session is a one-of-a-kind experience.
If you're ready to step into your power, heal deeply, and transform your life, I’d be honored to support you on your journey!
Contact Us
Cynthia Flynn
ritualwoman@gmail.com
Raschel Biagioli
raschelbigioli@gmail.com
@raschelbiagioli
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