Join Us September 13 -20, 2025
Transformation Roadmap: Architecting Your Future
Linnea Stanhope is a Creativity & Transformation Practitioner with a Master’s in Public Health, deeply drawn to the fields of neuroscience and neuroaesthetics. Having explored the profound impact these fields have on well-being, healthy aging, and manifestation, she integrates the latest research with her extensive training in nature-based expressive arts, meditation, and yin yoga. Through her work, Linnea helps others harness the power of creativity and self-awareness to foster personal transformation and vitality.
Her interest in neuroscience and neuroaesthetics stems from the exciting potential these areas offer to enhance emotional health and unlock our brain's capacity for change. While much has been uncovered, Linnea believes there is still much to explore, and she is excited to bring this emerging science into her retreats and practices.
A lifelong explorer, Linnea blends structured discipline with intuitive practice, integrating mindfulness, movement, and artistic expression into her daily life. She creates spaces where people feel seen, heard, and free to reconnect with their authentic self.
Whether hiking or skiing in the magnificent French Alps, creating art, or discovering the beauty of France, Linnea is always seeking new ways to inspire creativity and spark wonder. With warmth, humor, and insight, her retreats offer a balance of structure and freedom, guiding participants on transformative journeys.
Creative Expression
Art is at the heart of this journey. Creative expression helps us break through mental barriers, connect to our emotions, and deepen our self-awareness. It invites us to explore, reimagine, and manifest new possibilities, especially when we feel stuck or unsure. As we engage with various art forms throughout the retreat, you’ll tap into new levels of creativity, inspiration, and clarity.
In the beautiful and inspiring setting of the French countryside, we will also explore how neuroaesthetics—the connection between art, beauty, and brain health—can influence our well-being. This immersive experience in a peaceful environment will not only enhance your creativity but also promote relaxation, stress reduction, and emotional rejuvenation. Through art and reflection, you will have the tools to rewire your brain, enhance your emotional resilience, and create a more vibrant future.
A Personal Transformation Path
Welcome to the Transformation Blueprint, a structured pathway designed to guide you from where you are today to where you want to be. Drawing from the science of neuroplasticity (the brain's ability to reorganize itself and form new neural connections throughout life), this blueprint provides you with actionable tools and strategies to transform your habits, mindset, and lifestyle. The approach is inspired by both my background in enterprise architecture and a deep exploration of creative and holistic practices, helping you build a healthier, more intentional future.
The framework is designed to support you through every stage of your transformation, starting with reflection and ending with sustained growth. Together, we will explore the connection between neuroaesthetics (how our brain responds to beauty and art) and the impact of creativity on well-being, healthy aging, and emotional resilience.
Key Elements of the Transformation Blueprint:
Understanding & Designing Your Path
Creating Your Framework for Change
Actionable Steps for Transformation
Sustaining & Refining Your Growth
What's Included
Your Workshops
13 hours of facilitated creative workshop time. Explore your future self through introspective and expressive arts. Rediscover your authentic self and create a roadmap to guide you toward your future transformation.
Final sharing on Friday to celebrate your journey by sharing your final transformation roadmap with the group.
Stay connected and continue your personal growth with bi-monthly virtual gatherings. Reconnect, share, and support each other as you journey through the year together.
Your Stay
8 days in a charming, remodeled maison. Nestled in the heart of a quiet village, this French country house offers 10 comfortable bedrooms (and generous, well-lit spaces for relaxation and connection. The large garden, shaded by a majestic plane tree, adds to the serenity of the environment.
Freshly prepared, healthy meals
Enjoy French-inspired breakfasts, and lovely catered lunches and dinners, prepared to surprise, nourish, indulge, and energize you throughout the retreat.
Transportation & Outings
Scheduled transportation to and from the nearest airport or train station, as well as for our outings.
Monday spend the afternoon at the breathtaking Domain de Panery. The large estate produces lovely wines, high quality olive oils, and is home to Gallery Ceysson et Bénetière and many large scale sculptures among the vineyards and olive orchards.
Tuesday afternoon, explore and lunch in the historic Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie. You'll want to have you camera for this excursion.
Wednesday morning will be spent making our way through the expansive market of
Uzes. We'll stroll down the cobblestone streets for a bit of shopping, and wind down at the oh so lovely, Chez Cerise.
What's Not Included
Air and train travel.
Travel insurance (required).
Optional excursions or personal purchases.
Alcohol.
Prices Are Per Person
From $3,300 to $4,000
Rooms range from a shared room with a shared bath to single room with a private bathroom