Imbolc Retreat 2025

I said earlier in the year that I would hold an Imbolc Retreat in 2025. And here we are!

I know, it’s just barely January (or before January if you are in the self-care community) but here’s the thing. Imbolc 2025 is only a month away. And I want you to get as much notice as possible. And this post is about giving you ALL the details.

Imbolc Retreat 2025

So, what are the essentials? Well

• Comfy blankie
• Your favourite mug, filled with something you enjoy
• A journal you’re willing to write in
• A closed door
• Comfy seat
• Layers of clothing
• A closed door between you and the outside world.

And ok – an internet connection, cos this is virtual.

The aim is to create a comfortable, warm, supportive environment where you have time and space to connect with Brigid. I anticipate the retreat will last 6 hours, but within that time, there will be three rounds of meditation, followed by a movement session of some description and a break.

This is not meant to be intensive, this is meant to allow you time to assimilate between meditations so that you can actually act on what you learn. And movement could be as simple as standing up, for those that can, having a bit of a stretch, we might do some dancing… it will be nothing to try and get sweaty, more just grounding ourselves between meditations so we don’t lose our groundedness. (I’m not sure that’s a word, but ye know what I mean!)

What’s involved?

LIke I said, 3 rounds of meditation… but here’s a more structured outline

• Joining the meeting, getting settled, asking any questions
• Opening circle
• Setting intentions for the day
• First round of meditation
• Journaling time
• Movement
• Break
• Second round of meditation
• Journaling time
• Movement
• Break
• Third round of meditation
• Journaling time
• Movement
• Break
• Closing comments
• Closing circle

Now, with the times I’m anticipating with all those, that brings us to just over 5 hours, but there is always slippage on these things and I want people to be able to relax and enjoy the day. Without worrying about running late.

There will be a recording available afterwards, however, the journaling time and breaks won’t be recorded, nor will the period at the start where we’re gathering and getting settled. Also, if people want to ask a question off camera or unrecorded that’s fine as well. Ye know I do that anyway, if ye have attended an online event with me before now.

The three rounds of meditation are designed around my usual practice with the flame, but on each successive round, we will be going deeper into your relationship with Brigid.

Why bother with this?

Well, one, people have been asking for an Imbolc retreat for a few years now. And I had intended to go to the States in 2025, but with the new president coming in, I don’t feel able to. When I asked the email list which options they preferred, the overwhelming response was a virtual retreat in first place, with a retreat in Ireland in person coming second and an in-person retreat in Canada coming a very weak third.

So virtual is where we’re starting.

And, I want to provide space for people, particularly around Imbolc, to support and help and nurture the connection you feel with Brigid and to get real clarity from her on what she needs and wants from you in the coming year, as well as space for you to ask for what you need and want from her.

This is a relationship, with two-way communication remember. It may not be a relationship between equals, and that’s ok, but it’s still a relationship. And there will be equal amounts of time given to journaling about the meditation as to the meditation itself. So, plenty of time to record, respond and generally sort out your feelings on what comes up with the meditations.

It will be possible to spend some time chatting about it as well, if needed or wanted.

Cost, numbers etc for this retreat?

OK, I can hear ye asking, how much is this Imbolc Retreat 2025 going to cost?

Well, there’s 4 options.

1. Pay in full before 5pm Irish time on the 6th January and it will cost $497 or €475
2. Pay in installments before 5pm Irish time on the 6th January and it will cost 2 x $300 or 2 x €290
3. Pay in full after 6th January and it will cost $597 or €575
4. Pay in installments after 6th January and it will cost 2 x $347 or €335

To allow people to get a fair shot at this retreat and enable everyone to get the attention they need and deserve, I’m limiting spaces to 15 people. 15 is the absolute maximum number of people I can support on this day.

(And honestly, I’ve been arguing with Brigid to get me to extend even that much!) Holding the energy for a retreat like this isn’t easy, so this limitation is to help you on the day get the support and help you need.

So there it is

Imbolc Retreat 2025 is not officially open to sign ups. Please click the link and sing up asap if you want to take part.