Guided by NYT-featured journaling expert Laura L. Rubin
Ready for a reset? Want to inject some creativity and connection into your daily life? Join us for a special weekend of inspiring pen-to-paper workshops led by creativity coach and founder of AllSwell Creative, Laura L. Rubin.
Guided by NYT-featured journaling expert Laura L. Rubin
Ready for a reset? Want to inject some creativity and connection into your daily life? Join us for a special weekend of inspiring pen-to-paper workshops led by creativity coach and founder of AllSwell Creative, Laura L. Rubin.
Get the science-backed mental, emotional and physiological benefits of journaling featured in her forthcoming book, “The Big Unlock,” published by Simon & Schuster.
Celebrated by media from Forbes to Vogue, and hired for her expertise by organizations such as Dior, Google, Goop, Netflix and Prada, Rubin’s techniques help you tap into your innate creativity and internal wisdom. Whether you have a consistent writing practice or you’re looking to start one, Rubin will walk us through accessible, enjoyable writing-based activities to help you step away from external noise and tune into your intuitive source of knowledge and vision.
“Even amidst tumult, journaling helps you tune into the internal wisdom of your own voice—and provides the means of building a life as unique as you are, one you love.” – Laura L. Rubin.
During this transformative weekend you will:
The retreat includes optional yoga classes, sauna and cold plunge, guided hikes into forever-wild state parks, and access to state-of-the-art 7,000-square-foot gym facilities. Lie by the 75-foot pool or sleep in and recharge (in Frette linens); whatever your body needs, there will be time for you to relax and enjoy the facilities.
Saturday night’s festivities will be capped by a cathartic burning ceremony led by energy healing expert Valerie Oula. (Oula is Director of Vibrational Healing at THE WELL, and is the founder of Modern Ritual NYC, a sanctuary for personal transformation. She is the author of two published books, A Little Bit Of Reiki, and Rest Rituals.)
Valley Rock Inn’s food and beverage program features locally sourced organic ingredients that are beautifully prepared and presented to support a healthy and delicious experience. All food and beverages, including nightly wine pairings and a signature cocktail, are provided.
AllSwell notebooks and writing implements will be provided (in addition to a selection of luxurious May Lindstrom skincare products and goodies from Perelel to complement your experience). Just bring you – and maybe a friend to share in this exquisite, transformative experience. Optional add-on activities include an 1:1 energy healing session with Valerie Oula; or facial / massage.*
“There’s something about Laura—you meet her, and you immediately sense she’s going to take you places within yourself you’ve never been.” – AllSwell workshop participant
Gentle reminders: There’s no such thing as being “bad” at journaling, and you don’t have to be a proficient writer in order to get all the benefits of mindful journaling. At no point will anybody be asked to read aloud from the pages of their notebooks. Relax, enjoy.
Located just an hour away from Manhattan, and available by public transit, treat yourself to a restorative weekend without the hassle of airport stress or jetlag. Please reach out with any questions. We hope to see you soon.
For more information on AllSwell workshops visit allswellcreative.com / @allswellcreative / @lauralrubin
*Add-on services are not covered in retreat package pricing and require booking in advance. Please enquire for details.
4 pm – 6 pm | Check in / arrivals |
6 pm – 7:30 pm | Welcome cocktail with light bites and seated workshop at the writing table |
8 pm | Family-styled dinner @ The Antler Room |
7:30-8:30 am | Optional yoga / pilates / gym, sauna / cold plunge |
8:30-9:30 am | Grazing breakfast @The Pool Terrace |
9:30 – 11 am | Freshen up, shower time |
11 am -1 pm | Seated workshop at the writing table |
1:15-2:30 | Lunch @Valley Rock Lodge |
3:30-5:30 pm | Hike with a naturalist to afternoon nature workshop
Alternative optional activities: 1:1 energy healing with Valerie Oula; or facial / massage* |
7:00 pm | Dinner @Valley Rock Lodge |
8:45 pm | Burning ceremony on Terrace, led by energy healing expert Valerie Oula |
7:30 am – 8:30 am | Optional hike / movement / fitness / sauna or sleep in, wake up slowly, solo journaling time |
8:30 am | Grazing breakfast @ The Pool Terrace |
9:30 – 10:30 am | Break for freshening up
Alternative optional activities: 1:1 energy healing with Valerie Oula; or facial / massage* |
10:30 am-12 pm | Seated workshop at the writing table |
12:30 pm – 2 pm | Lunch @ Valley Rock Lodge |
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm | Closing workshop |
4 pm | Departures |
*Add-on services are not covered in retreat package pricing and require booking in advance. Please enquire for details. |
You will never go hungry. We have an on-site organic market with green juice on tap. You can help yourself anytime you like. We have two restaurants, and we are known for our many dining venues throughout the property. We are known for our fresh and healthy food, with vegan options. Wine and cocktails are available with dinner. Sample menu>
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Thursday 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Friday 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join us for a Special Thursday Night Steak Dinner.
The Lodge at Valley Rock Inn.
Thursday, March 20th
Tue-Thu 10:00am – 4:00pm
Fri-Sun 10:00am – 5:00pm
The Lodge and Guest Houses
66 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg, New York 10974, USA
The Cantina & The Market
27 Mill Street, Sloatsburg, New York 10974, USA
(Park in the village parking lot)
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4. Enhanced Learning and Memory
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8. Reduced Stress and Anxiety
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Conclusion
Heart-brain coherence is a powerful state that enhances physical health, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and spiritual connection. It is both a tool for immediate stress relief and a practice with profound long-term benefits, empowering individuals to live with greater harmony, effectiveness, and joy.
Join us for Valentine’s dinner with your lucky partner. Bring your husband, wife, girlfriend, boyfriend, brother, sister or best friend and be entered to win a 2-night stay valued at over $5,000
at Valley Rock Inn.
Wednesday February 14th, 2024
5:00pm–9:00pm
Win a 2-night stay for up to 6 people.
Your stay includes one of our private guest houses with 3-5 bedrooms, use of our 6,000 sq ft gym, 75ft lap pool (in season), a choice of a guided hike, bike ride, spin class, sound meditation or yoga class for your group.
You will also have access to our media and games rooms to watch selected movies, documentaries and lectures. Play ping pong and relax in our massage chairs and dance the night away with our studio quality sound system and disco lights.
Starting this spring we will have hot and cold water treatments poolside. Sauna, jacuzzi and cold dips.
Historic house lovers will also be offered a tour of historic Tuxedo Park by Michael Bruno and art lovers will be provided tickets to Storm King Art Center.
Date of stay is based on availability in 2024.
Each party of two will be given one entry ticket upon being seated for dinner. Winner will be drawn, February 14th and announced during dinner.
We would love to see you.
Wednesday February 14th, 2024
5:00pm–9:00pm
$125 per person
(Price includes tax & gratuity.)
First Course
(For the Table)
Little Gem Caesar
Parmesan cheese, sourdough crouton
Oysters Rockefeller
Second Course
(Choice of)
Burrata
Prosciutto, roasted tomato, country bread
Grilled Lamb Chops
Toasted orzo, kale, garbanzo, pomegranate
Tuna Tataki
Sesame tuna, avocado, crispy wonton, slaw, tahini ranch
Third Course
(Choice of)
Surf and Turf (gf) +$25
Butter poached lobster tail, romanesco, rustic mash, bernaise
Grilled 8oz Filet (gf)
Romanesco, rustic mash, bernaise
Braised Mushroom Pasta (v)
Paccherri, creamy mushrooms, roasted maitake
Miso Chilean Sea Bass (gf, df)
Chinese broccoli, seafood broth
Roasted Chicken (gf, df)
Roasted carrot, parsnip puree, pan sauce
Dessert
(Choice of)
Chocolate Pot De Creme
Espresso whipped cream
Coconut Creme Brulee (gf)
Basque Cheescake
Luxardo cherries
$125 per person
(Price includes tax & gratuity.)
Join us for a special Easter Sunday brunch served outdoors on our heated porch and in the garden at The Cantina
Sunday, April 20th
Outdoor bar and dining. Heated October 1st to May 15th. Dinner Thursday – Saturday, brunch Sunday
Tuesday -Thursday 10am-4pm
Friday – Sunday 10am-5pm