{"id":575,"date":"2024-11-26T20:06:49","date_gmt":"2024-11-26T20:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wysivic.com\/bali\/?page_id=575"},"modified":"2024-11-27T21:54:15","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T21:54:15","slug":"welcome","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wysivic.com\/bali\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\">For over 15 years, Inspired Life Choices has been dedicated to offering once-in-a-lifetime experiences for our guests. Spiritual retreats are such a wonderful way to disconnect from the noise of daily life and reconnect with yourself on a deeper level. Imagine being in breathtaking destinations like Bali, Tuscany, New Zealand, or Sedona\u2014where the environment itself seems to soothe and inspire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Each place brings its own unique energy and experiences\u2014whether it\u2019s the serene beaches and the rich spiritual culture of Bali, the scenic rolling hills of Tuscany, the vibrant architecture of Barcelona, the expansive landscapes of New Zealand, or the mystical aura of Sedona. It\u2019s like each retreat is a chapter in a personal journey toward self-discovery and growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><mark style=\"background-color:#999999\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">Our next retreat in September 2025 is in beautiful New Zealand, <\/mark><br><mark style=\"background-color:#999999\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">with an optional extension to Sydney, Australia! <br><a href=\"https:\/\/wysivic.com\/bali\/join-us-in-new-zealand\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"502\">Click here <\/a>to find out more!<\/mark><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-style-rectangular wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular\"><div class=\"\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:31.80748%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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data-width=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wysivic.com\/bali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bali-2024-Session-1-Group-1-1024x768.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open image 7 of 7 in full-screen\"\/><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Our Philosophy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">We honor all spiritual beliefs and faith traditions in celebration of the many paths to the One.<br><br>Our daily workshops are carefully designed to touch on a rich tapestry of subjects designed to create fresh perspectives and insights. We create an environment where our guests can genuinely grow, reflect, and connect with their inner selves and other like-minded people. No matter if it\u2019s career, health, or relationships you\u2019re working on \u2013 or simply a yearning to be, do and have \u201cmore\u201d in life \u2013 you will find inspiration, spiritual connection, and a deepened awareness of your own true potential.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wysivic.com\/bali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dragonfly-box-incon-only.png?resize=400%2C398&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-273\" style=\"width:159px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wysivic.com\/bali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dragonfly-box-incon-only.png?w=400&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wysivic.com\/bali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dragonfly-box-incon-only.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wysivic.com\/bali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dragonfly-box-incon-only.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wysivic.com\/bali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dragonfly-box-incon-only.png?resize=70%2C70&amp;ssl=1 70w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wysivic.com\/bali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dragonfly-box-incon-only.png?resize=75%2C75&amp;ssl=1 75w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>The Dragonfly &#8211; Our Spirit Animal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Our retreat \u201cspirit animal\u201d is the dragonfly. In almost every part of the world, the dragonfly symbolizes\u00a0change, transformation, adaptability, and self-realization: a deeper meaning of life. <br><br>Dragonflies inspire us to move with ease and grace through life\u2019s changes and to embrace deeper meanings. Connecting with this energy often brings about such wonderful transformations, and we love supporting you through those new awarenesses. Being a part of workshops filled with music and nature exploration is the perfect way to tap into the energy of transformation&#8230; and don&#8217;t be surprised if a friendly dragonfly actually flutters by\u2014 a magical confirmation of your journey!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">In the end, it is our intention that you will reconnect and be transformed with moments of renewal, joy, and more love than you could ever imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Contact Us!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Lead by Jolene (Jo) Baney, Rev. Beverley Strutt, Wendy Nash, and Gary Lynn Floyd, you will have the opportunity to deepen your spiritual path, uncovering and releasing what\u2019s standing in your way; trusting, shifting and deepening into your greatest expression of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Read more about Rev. Bev, Wendy, Gary and Jo in the <a href=\"https:\/\/wysivic.com\/bali\/about-us\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"564\"><strong>About Us<\/strong><\/a> page!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Testimonials<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">What our retreat guests say:<br><br><strong>&#8220;Heart-Opening&#8221;<\/strong><br>&#8220;You created a wonderful container for me to open up my heart and take in the wonders of this beautiful paradise.&#8221;<br>\u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605<br>\u2014 Elaine<br><br><strong>&#8220;Healing&#8221;<\/strong><br>&#8220;I had a spiritual opening at the temple cleansing ceremony. Deeply moving.&#8221;<br>\u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605<br>\u2014 James<br><br><strong>&#8220;An Experience of a Lifetime&#8221;<\/strong><br>&#8220;The retreat at Gaia Oasis is a beautiful, soul healing place with gracious staff and facilitators. To get away from your usual day-to-day busy life and drop into a place that understands joy, rest, and connection to the land cannot be undersold. I will value the experience I had here for the rest of my life.&#8221;<br>\u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605<br>\u2014 Nancy<br><br><strong>&#8220;Freeing and Fun&#8221;<\/strong><br>&#8220;The retreat was freeing and fun, educational and entertaining. The people of Bali are a delight, and I found sweet connections with my fellow retreat mates.&#8221;<br>\u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605<br>\u2014 Susan<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For over 15 years, Inspired Life Choices has been dedicated to offering once-in-a-lifetime experiences for our guests. 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