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Escape the Overwhelm. Reconnect with Your Creativity.


You’re always thinking, always doing—but when do you get to just BE?

Your mind races with ideas, to-do lists, and responsibilities. It’s exhausting. You crave space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and express something that doesn’t have to be productive or perfect.

At Squirrel Brain, Chickadee Soul, we create that space for you. Through intuitive painting, somatic practices, guided meditations, reconnect with creativity through intuitive painting, somatic practices, guided meditations, and more.


What You’ll Experience

  • Intuitive Painting Sessions – No experience required! Create freely, without judgment or expectations.
  • Somatic Practices & Meditation – Gentle movement, breathwork, and mindfulness to help you feel present.
  • Journaling Prompts – Thoughtful exercises to deepen self-reflection and creative exploration.
  • Supportive Community – A small, welcoming group where you can share, connect, and be inspired.
  • Time to Slow Down – Step away from the noise and recharge in a peaceful, natural setting.

Upcoming Retreats & Workshops

Québec Retreat

Location: Auberge la Curieuse, Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Québec

Dates: February 28 – March 2, 2025

Weekend Workshop: Friday to Sunday

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North Carolina Retreat

Rustic farmhouse with a welcoming front porch, surrounded by lush greenery and enclosed by a white picket fence. The house features wooden siding, a sloping roof, and climbing vines, nestled in a peaceful forested area.

Location: Snowbird Farmstead, Marshall, North Carolina

Dates: March 21–28, 2025

Weekend Workshop: March 21–23, 2025

Full Retreat: March 21–28, 2025

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New! Expressive Zine-Making Workshop

Marshall, NC (In Person)
March 22, 2025
Hosted by Squirrel Brain, Chickadee Soul

This hands-on zine-making workshop is all about self-expression, play, and mindfulness—no art skills required! Using guided prompts, simple materials, and intuitive creativity, you’ll craft a personal zine that reflects emotions, curiosity, and your own unique perspective.

  • Guided creative prompts
  • A welcoming, no-pressure space
  • All materials provided—just bring yourself!

Reserve Your Spot

Spaces are limited for all workshops and retreats.

Ready to step away from the overwhelm and reconnect with your creativity?

Collage of retreat participants enjoying outdoor activities and bonding moments, including hiking near waterfalls, posing by the retreat house, and sharing smiles during their creative getaway.

Find Yourself at a Creative Retreat: Participant Experiences

I LOVED the retreat and it exceeded my expectations! — a great balance of indoor and outdoor time, physical movement to start the day followed by open ended quiet creative time in the afternoon, and heart to heart evening dinners at night! LOVED it all!

Jackie S.

Creative Project Manager, Muralist, Podcaster

Such a wonderful time at this retreat! Everyone should do one, regardless of their artistic background! So good for the soul.

Ashley H.

Artist, Small Business Owner


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