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October 3-7 | Starting at $500You found us for a reason.
Let's figure out where to begin.
Whether you're navigating chronic illness, burnout, or a body that needs a different kind of care — there's a place for you here. This page will help you find it.
Body Luminary is a wellness education brand built around one idea: your body already knows how to heal. It doesn't need to be corrected or optimized. It needs conditions that let it do what it was always designed to do.
We offer ongoing community support, guided learning programs, short courses, and simple resources — all rooted in the TENDing Method, a body-led approach to healing and sustainable living.
You don't need to understand all of that yet. Just find the description below that fits where you are right now.
❋ 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.
Where are you right now?
READY TO GO DEEPER
I want structured learning and real transformation.
The TENDing Method is a 10-week virtual group coaching program that combines nervous system regulation, body awareness, medical expertise, and community. It’s the most comprehensive way to work with Body Luminary.
What’s available:
TENDing Foundations — the 6-week foundational program, offered in cohorts
Advanced TENDing — weeks 7–10 for Foundations graduates
Body literacy workshops — standalone themed sessions on specific topics
→ Explore the programs
JUST ARRIVING
I’m new here and not sure where to start.
Start with something free. Get a feel for the work, the voice, and whether this resonates — before you spend anything.
What’s available:
The Body Luminary Symptom Tracker — a free PDF to help you begin reading your body’s patterns
The blog — honest writing about chronic illness, nervous system healing, and sustainable living
Follow along on Instagram or Facebook for short practices and community
→ Get the free symptom tracker →
READY TO TRY SOMETHING
I want support, but I’m not ready for a big commitment.
Start small. These are low-cost, low-pressure ways to experience Body Luminary’s approach before stepping into a bigger program.
What’s available:
Seasonal tending guides — short PDF + video offerings for moving through each season with your body ($17)
The Tending Practice — a monthly membership starting at $19/month, with a community call, resources, and ongoing support
30-minute lifestyle coaching session — one focused session with Michele, no long-term commitment required
→ Browse what’s available
Still not sure?
That’s completely okay. Most people who find their way here are in a season where things feel unclear — that’s often exactly why they’re here.
A few questions that might help:
If you’re in an active flare, depleted, or don’t have much capacity right now — start with Path 1 or the $19/month Tending Circle. Low commitment, easy to cancel, and genuinely useful even on hard days.
If you have some stability and want something to hold onto month to month — The Tending Practice at any tier is a good fit.
If you’re stable enough to take on a structured program and want to understand your body in a deeper way — TENDing Foundations is where to go.
You don’t have to figure it all out today. Come back when you’re ready.
Where are you right now?
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day OneArrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day TwoSet Intentions & Reflect
Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day ThreeLook 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.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.