Expand Into Summer: Tap into Your Inner Heart and Radiate Your Light
With Rachel Lipton
August 7 - 9, 2026
Step into the vibrant energy of late summer with this transformative weekend retreat designed to help you reconnect with your inner heart and unleash the radiance that resides within you. As the season of growth, vitality, and warmth unfolds, this retreat invites you to expand your sense of self and embrace the fullness of your being.
Through a carefully curated blend of yoga, meditation, breath-work, and reflection, you’ll dive deep into the practices that nourish your mind, body, and soul. You’ll explore heart-opening flows to awaken your inner light, deepen your connection to yourself, and tap into the abundant energy that summer offers. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, a deeper sense of balance, or simply a moment of pause, this retreat provides the perfect space to realign and expand into your fullest expression.
Throughout the weekend, you’ll learn to quiet the mind, soften into the present moment, and cultivate the powerful energy of the heart. You’ll leave feeling more aligned with your authentic self, grounded in love, and ready to radiate your light to the world. Join us as we expand together into the magic of late summer, nurturing ourselves and our communities, and stepping fully into the vibrant possibilities of the season ahead.
What to Expect:
- Heart-opening yoga flows to activate your inner light
- Guided meditation and breathwork to clear the mind and connect with your authentic self
- Reflection exercises and visioning to set intentions for the remainder of summer and set you up for the transition to fall
- Nourishing meals and connection with like-minded individuals
- A supportive environment to tap into your fullest potential and radiate love
Come and experience the magic of summer’s expansion within you—it’s time to shine!
COVID POLICY: For your safety and ours, we require that all guests be vaccinated against Covid and provide proof of a negative covid test result within 48 hours of arrival. We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.
SCHEDULE (Subject to change):
- 3:00pm Arrival
- 4:30pm Yoga
- 5:30pm Dinner
- 7pm Opening Group Circle and Intention Setting
- 8am Breakfast
- 9:15am Meditation
- 9:30am Vinyasa Yoga
- 10:30am Expansion into Late Summer
- 12:15pm Lunch
- 1pm Temple Tour
- 4:30pm Yoga & Breathwork
- 5:30pm Dinner
- 6:30pm Evening Circle
- 8:45am Meditation
- 9am Vinyasa Yoga
- 10am Brunch
- 11am Closing Circle
- 12pm Farewell
For directions to Ratna Ling – Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins

- Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included – carpooling is encouraged. Please do not take a cab, Uber, or Lyft, unless you confirm a ride home!
- Payments are nonrefundable, but transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat when canceled 30 days prior
- Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace, spacious deck, jetted bathtub, linens, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
- Vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together, with gluten-free and dairy-free options.
What people are saying about our retreats:
| “The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings – everything was so peaceful and nurturing” | “The entire place permeates depth, silence and sacredness. Thank you.” | “I love it here and hope to continue coming for many years. The setting and sacredness of this space are the perfect place to retreat.” |
| “Space for reflection while also giving me anchor points through teachings. | “Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.” | “Being able to move at my own pace is a luxury. And of course the food was delicious.” |
About the Facilitator
Rachel Lipton
With over 10 years of experience as a professional organizational consultant and leadership coach, Rachel partners with leaders and organizations to lead effectively from the inside out. She works with clients who want to increase their impact, summon their courage to make big changes, and move to the beat of their collective wisdom. Rachel is […]
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