Maiden Mother Crone Retreat

Gentrification and modernity have institutionalised our way of living in the West. As a result of modernity, our sociocultural adaptation has caused a generalisation or even tabooing of events in life that traditionally instigated initiation. The transformative role of initiation, is a requisite for the growth and evolution of the human mythology and psyche. As women, the lack of conscious initiation into, and the embodiment of, archetypal influences that inform our feminine essence, can leave us feeling lost and severed from the sense of unity and sisterhood we so deeply know is meant to be there for us in life. Initiations, such as the celebration of menarche, the honouring of the sense of ‘loss mixed with joy’ women undoubtedly feel before the act of marriage, the death of identity after child rearing, and the celebration of menopause, to name a few, are crucial milestones for the welfare of the feminine that need to be recognised.

This retreat offers an opportunity to travel through the main archetypal influences of the feminine essence, and to get a deeper understanding of these influences and where oneself may be at, in terms of initiation and or the lack of it. In this retreat you will be taken through processes that will help you connect with the feminine, such as prayers and reciprocity with Earth Mother, connecting with water, wreath making, Yoga, African drumming, story telling, Cacao Ceremony, Sound Healing and the Rite of the Womb. The Rite of the Womb is a shamanic energy transmission, that helps women connect with their womb, their own suffering, and that of their matriarchal ancestral lineage. This Rite, offers the opportunity to do the sacred work of ancestral healing womb to womb, generations back, and to liberate oneself from limiting belief patterns and suffering. The Rite of the Womb is something participants will take with them home, and continue to work with for the following thirteen months. This is very sacred work. Once initiated, participants can themselves pass on the transmission to others.

In this retreat you will bond and make connections with the sisterhood who share this beautiful Earth and lifetime with you. As ongoing support in this journey, retreat goers are also invited to join our private Maiden Mother Crone forum on WhatsApp.

About the Facilitator

Charlotte is a certified shamanic practitioner who is initiated into the Andean lineage of Q’ero Paqo Shamanism, she is also a a certified Death Doula and a Naturopath BHs. Charlotte runs a private practise at Brightland’s Retreat, where she also facilitates Sound Healing, Fire Ceremony and regular Retreats.

Feedback from past retreat goers:

‘What a beautiful, awakening retreat. I have learned such special skills and have been surrounded by other women where we shared our experiences. Charlotte is extremely knowledgeable, I have come away feeling recharged and ready to continue my journey.’ – Vee

‘My first retreat ever, but certainly not my last now. Charlotte does an amazing job hosting and making everyone comfortable. The ceremonies she holds truly make you feel the energy we tend to dismiss in our busy lives. She helps you comprehend the nature of a maiden, mother and crone, which makes you understand womanhood, our journey and life. I am definitely walking away feeing refreshed, energised and awake. Thank You so much Charlotte.’ – Antoinette

’This retreat was an amazing opportunity to reflect and learn more about our journey as woman in an environment f love, support and sharing. It gave me the opportunity to sot with like minded women and share our stories.’ – Vicki

’This is an amazing opportunity to recognise, welcome and integrate the wild woman within you. To honour the scared space the your womb is and to connect everything the is involved about being a Woman. Thank You from the bottom of my Womb!’ – Gabby

’So much fun, connection, creation and revelation. Thank You for holding space and sharing your wisdom,’ – Taru

Next Maiden Mother Crone Retreats: 19 – 21 May 2023, 20 – 22 October 2023