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Heartache to Happiness Retreat
Sunday 22nd of March - Thursday 26th of March 2026

Are you navigating the challenging path of separation or divorce? This retreat is designed for anyone who's contemplating a split, currently separated, or divorced and facing tough decisions. It's a chance to reflect, recharge, and rediscover your inner strength. We'll equip you with vital tools for healing, strategies for managing difficult situations and emotions, guidance on effective communication, and inspiration to confidently build your future.

​From the moment you arrive in Italy, every detail is thoughtfully taken care of — from airport transfers to delicious Italian meals and daily workshops and trips. All you need to do is relax, breathe, and allow us to take care of you.

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Each morning we start with a mindfulness session on the lawn followed by a variety of individual and group sessions.

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  • The Retreat Covers

  • Navigating Difficult Emotions - Practical strategies to process and move beyond challenging feelings.​

  • Turning Thoughts Around - Learn to reframe negative thinking patterns

  • Envisioning your ideal self - Focus on how you truly want to feel and live

  • Fact verses Opinions - Learn to distinguish between objective truths and subjective beliefs in your self talk

  • Recognising your Value - Discover your unique strengths and why you are remarkable

  • Sources of Personal Power - Identify what truly empowers you

  • The Body Keeps the Score - Explore the connection between emotions and physical wellbeing

  • Your Personal Mantra - Develop a powerful affirmation for continual strength

  • Understanding Blame

  • Overcoming Negativity

  • The Future

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And more...!

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Our group sessions are relaxed, uplifting, and deeply engaging — never confined to a traditional classroom. Instead, they unfold in inspiring spaces: beside the pool, by the fire, among the olive groves, or in our inviting bars and lounges. Each setting offers an informal, nurturing environment that encourages genuine connection and conversation.

Throughout your time with us you will be given the space to relax, reflect, read, walk whatever you want to do . 

 

If you wish to join us there is a visit to the hilltop villages of  Lucignano and Monte San Savino. Amble through the lovely streets with amazing architecture and stunning views.  Join the group for lunch if you wish. We usually eat at the local trattoria and have delicious food with lots of laughter. 

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The opportunity to take part in a very Italian cookery class with Paulo who will share his Mothers recipes, where the group will then devour the delicious creations that night for supper. 

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All dinners are included in the price and some will be taken in Emporio di Innes at Borgo 69 the sister venue to Villa Fontelunga while others will be enjoyed at the Hotel.

 

Yoga Nidra closes each day - a relaxing non movement yoga class, aiding a restful nights sleep. 

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Retreat to the comfort of your lovely double bedroom to enjoy a restful sleep listening to the "silence" of the Tuscan country side.  Crisp cotton sheets, fluffy towels and beautiful views provide that quiet escape. All the bedrooms have private bathrooms with Molton Brown toiletries. 

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Enhance Your Stay

  • Indulge in a private or group yoga session tailored to your needs, designed to restore balance and well being, available for all abilities. 

  • Extra personal one-to-one coaching and counselling sessions are also available for deeper reflection and growth.

  • For a taste of the region, enjoy an exclusive winery tour and sample a selection of exquisite local wines.

 

This is your retreat.  Picture yourself here!!

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£2395.00  - single occupancy in a double room. 

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​What's Included

  •  A four night stay in the luxurious Villa Fontelunga

  • Your room comes with crisp white sheets, fluffy towels, private en suite bathroom with Molton Brown toiletries. 

  •  Transport to and from Florence Airport 

  • Water, tea & coffee during the day at Villa Fontelunga

  • Life planning (coaching) one to one with your accredited NCPS counsellor/life coach - strictly confidential. 

  • Mindfulness session each morning   ​

  • A variety of group workshops

  • Italian cookery lesson 

  • Trip to the historic and beautiful hilltop villages

  • Breakfast and Dinners included using the freshest, finest local ingredients. 

  • Evening Yoga Nidra

  • Goody bag with Ancient and Brave treats

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  • Not Included

  • Flights

  • Additional snacks, drinks and some hotel provided services

  • Optional excursion to Fattoria Santa Vittoria vineyard, for a wine tasting (25 Euro) includes transport, a five minute drive 

  • Pre dinner drinks

  • Insurance which should ideally include cover for cancellation for any reason.  

  • Additional sessions

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