September 18-21, 2026 | Starting at $1111 ERILY BIRD Joyful Pause Retreat
Joyful Pause is an invitation to step out of the noise of everyday life and return to yourself.
Held in a quiet, off-grid setting beside a private lake and surrounded by forest, this retreat offers a rare opportunity to slow down completely. With minimal distractions and a small, intentional group, you’ll be supported to rest deeply, reconnect with your body, and listen to the wisdom that often gets drowned out by busyness.
This is not a retreat focused on achievement or productivity.
It is a space for presence.
For listening.
For restoration.
Over the course of the weekend, you’ll be gently guided through calming practices that support nervous system regulation, emotional clarity, and embodied awareness. Through nourishing meals, slow movement, breathwork, and spacious time to rest, your body is invited to soften and your mind to quiet.
As the body settles, something else becomes accessible:
your own inner knowing.
Joyful Pause creates the conditions for you to reconnect with that inner wisdom—the intuitive voice that knows what you need, how to care for yourself, and what wants to emerge next. Rather than seeking answers outside of yourself, this retreat supports you in remembering that the guidance you’re looking for already lives within you.
You’ll leave feeling rested, grounded, and renewed, carrying practical tools to support your well-being long after you return home. More importantly, you’ll leave with a deeper trust in yourself—your body, your intuition, and your ability to move through life with greater ease and clarity.
This is your time to pause.
To be held.
To rest deeply.
And to reconnect with the wisdom that has been with you all along.
What to ExpectA gentle pause from the pace of everyday life. The joyful pause Retreat at top lake is designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself—through guided experiences, restorative space, and time to simply be.
❋ Intentional StructureWe blend guided moments, open exploration, and space to reflect—so the experience feels both focused and fluid.
❋ Collaborative EnergyConnection is a core part of the process. You’ll learn just as much from the group as from the content itself.
❋ Expert FacilitationLed by experienced guides who know how to hold space, encourage participation, and keep things moving with purpose.
❋ A Supportive SpaceOur events prioritize comfort, safety, and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day One September 18Arrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In3:00 pm Meet in Fraser Lake
Dinner
5:00 pm
Opening ceremony
8:00 pm
Bedtime/alone time
10:00 pm to morning
Day Two September 19Reflection & Connection
Together, we slow down and turn inward—creating space to listen beneath the noise. Day Two invites you to reconnect with your inner wisdom and gently explore where you may be holding yourself back. Through guided reflection and embodied practices, you’ll bring awareness to old patterns, beliefs, and habits that no longer serve you, while reconnecting with the deeper knowing that guides your next steps. This is a day of clarity, self-honesty, and compassionate insight—meeting yourself exactly where you are and opening to what’s ready to shift.
Morning Meditation
8:00 – 8:30am
Breakfast
8:30 am- 9:30 am
Group Workshop
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Lunch
12:00 pm- 1:00 pm
Free Time
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Group Activity
3:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Dinner
5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Evening Ceremony
7:00 pm- 10:00 pm
Bedtime/alone time
10:00 pm until morning
Day Three September 20ignite your Light
Day Three is about integration and forward movement. Together, we explore what becomes possible when old blocks begin to loosen and clarity emerges. With a deeper connection to your inner wisdom, you’ll be supported in transforming insight into intentional action—igniting the spark of creativity, confidence, and inner fire that fuels meaningful change. As our time together comes to a close, we honor the journey, the growth, and the connections formed, grounding what’s been awakened so you can carry it forward with clarity, purpose, and renewed vitality.
Morning Meditation
8:00 – 8:30am
Breakfast
8:30 am- 9:30 am
Group Workshop
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Lunch
12:00 pm- 1:00 pm
Free Time
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Group Activity
3:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Dinner
5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Evening Ceremony
7:00 pm- 10:00 pm
Bedtime/alone time
10:00 pm until morning
Day Four September 21Look Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Morning Meditation
8:00 am-8:30 am
Breakfast8:30 am- 9:00 am
Closing Ceremony
10:00-11:00
Departure11:00 am
Book Your Seat
$1111 Early Bird
✨ Early Bird Ends May 31, 2026 ✨
Secure your spot for Joyful Pause and receive early bird pricing before it rises.
Spaces are limited—book now and gift yourself the pause you deserve.
$800 Spooner Special
✨ The Spooner Special ✨
Because joy is even sweeter when it’s shared.
We’re offering a limited, special rate for couples or close friends who are happy to share a queen bed in one of our cozy shared cabins. Affectionately known as The Spooner Special, this option is ideal for those who feel nourished by experiencing retreat together and are comfortable with a little extra closeness at night.
$1500 Regular Price
✨ Regular Investment ✨
After May 31, 2026, the investment for Joyful Pause is $1500 + tax.
This includes shared accommodations, nourishing meals, and the full retreat experience—four days of rest, renewal, guided practices, and spacious support designed to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and restore your energy.
This rate reflects the depth of care, the intimate setting, and the personalized experience offered throughout the retreat.
Spaces are limited to preserve the quality and integrity of the container.
Our Team
LYNDSY MCFADDEN
Lyndsy McFadden is a Joy Coach, Breathwork Facilitator, and Registered Nurse who supports individuals in slowing down, reconnecting with their bodies, and remembering their own inner wisdom. Her work is rooted in the belief that true healing happens not through pushing or fixing, but through presence, rest, and compassionate self-awareness.
With a background in nursing, breathwork facilitation, somatic practices, nutrition, and coaching, Lyndsy creates calm, supportive spaces where people can regulate their nervous systems, soften out of survival mode, and listen more deeply to what their bodies and inner guidance are communicating. She has a unique ability to hold space for both tenderness and truth—helping clients gently identify where they may be limiting themselves and supporting them in reconnecting with clarity, vitality, and joy.
Through retreats like Joyful Pause, Lyndsy invites participants to step away from the noise of daily life and into a slower, more intentional rhythm—one that allows insight, renewal, and authentic change to emerge naturally. Her approach is warm, grounded, and deeply human, offering practical tools that participants can carry forward into everyday life long after the retreat ends.
Joy coach|Breathwork
MELISSA RIOUX
Melissa Rioux is the founder of Honeybee Inspirations and a dedicated wellness practitioner who supports individuals in slowing down, restoring balance, and reconnecting with their bodies. She is a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist, Reiki Master, Certified Yoga Teacher, and Ayurvedic Head Massage Practitioner, with a grounded, nurturing approach to care.
Melissa’s work is rooted in creating a sense of safety and ease within the nervous system. Through gentle movement, aromatherapy, reflexology, and mindful touch, she helps people release tension, soften mental chatter, and return to a state of calm presence. Her sessions are intentionally slow and supportive, inviting the body to rest and the mind to settle.
At Joyful Pause, Melissa offers practices that encourage deep relaxation and embodied awareness—supporting participants in listening inward, reconnecting with their inner wisdom, and experiencing rest as a pathway to renewal. Her presence is calming, compassionate, and deeply attuned, helping others feel held as they return to themselves.
Reflexology|Reiki Master
Kinesionics|Reflexology
lAURIE STEPHEN
Laurie Stephen is the founder of Toe-Tal-Heal and a dedicated reflexology and kinesionics practitioner with a passion for supporting both physical and emotional well-being. Her work is rooted in helping individuals listen more deeply to their bodies and reconnect with their own innate capacity for balance and healing.
Through reflexology and kinesionics, Laurie gently supports the release of stored stress, emotional patterns, and physical tension. Her approach is intuitive, grounded, and deeply respectful of the body’s wisdom, creating a sense of safety that allows the nervous system to settle and clarity to emerge.
At Joyful Pause, Laurie offers calm, supportive practices that help participants identify where the body may be holding stress and gently restore balance. Her presence is steady and compassionate, inviting deep rest while empowering individuals to reconnect with their inner guidance and move forward with greater ease and confidence.