October 22–25, 2026 Seven Oaks Retreat Center in Madison, Virginia

Crossing the Threshold is an invitation to deepen your relationship with the natural cycles of life by learning to hold impermanence with grace, curiosity, and even joy. Over four days, we will follow the rhythm of the season, exploring how the body holds tension, fear, and story- while creating space for reflection and letting go.

Karen Loving and Cara Cutro will guide a weekend of embodiment, reflection, ritual, and rest- set within the peaceful landscape of Seven Oaks Retreat Center in Madison, Virginia. This retreat offers an opportunity to reconnect with yourself and the season through grounded practice, restorative quiet, and intentional time away from daily life.

What to Expect:

Embodiment and Reflection

• Deep movements practice – discovering how the body holds stories and fears

• Guided Tarot and symbolic reflection to support clarity, transition, and insight

• Meditation and heart opening practices of renewal and reflection

Ritual and Rest

• Seasonal ritual woven thoughtfully throughout the weekend

• Evening sound baths to help ground and regulate the nervous system

• Ample time for rest, journaling, walking the land, and quiet integration

Connection and Closure

• Fireside circle gathering and holding space for our voices

• Nourishing meals and meaningful connection in an intimate group setting

• A closing circle to carry the experience forward – being in our life with more ease

This retreat is intentionally spacious. Alongside our scheduled sessions, there will be time to nap, reflect, explore the grounds, sit quietly, or simply be. We believe that spaciousness is an essential part of the work.

Accommodations + Pricing:

All rooms are simple, cozy, and located in shared retreat lodges. Meals, snacks, and beverages are included. Meals are vegetarian with vegan and gluten-free options available by request.

Solitude Suite: Private Room + Private Bath $1375

Private Sanctuary: Private Room + Shared Bath $1250

Shared Sanctuary: Shared Room + Shared Bath $1125

Please note: Seven Oaks operates under a cooperative service model. Guests are asked to tidy up after meals and strip their own linens before departure. This is not a hotel experience- there is no waitstaff or housekeeping service. We believe this contributes to the grounded, communal, and intentional nature of the retreat.

Retreat Schedule (Subject to Flow):

• Thursday evening arrival: embodiment practice, and tea meditation

• Friday + Saturday: Somatic exploration, reflective practices, ritual, sound healing, and integration time

• Sunday: Closing integration + departure

Space is limited to maintain the intimate nature of the experience.

We look forward to gathering with you!