Erica Lovelady Carden
I have been trying to find the correct verbiage to use for this review. I don’t think there are any amount of beautiful words to say, to express what this retreat did for me.
When I reached out to Sarah, I was having the lowest day of my life. I literally felt paralyzed in my grief and pain that I was experiencing. I believe in divine interventions. This day that I am speaking of, I asked spirit to show me my next steps to overcome the emotional state that I was in. I realized it was a test, and I knew I had to pass it this time. I opened up my phone, and there was a Soulstretch Retreats ad. I didn’t follow her, and I have no mutual friends (or I didn’t have) that follow her. So divine interventions were placed upon my lap that day.
I booked a 3day/2night personal retreat with her in Blue Ridge, GA. From the time I booked this retreat, Sarah started doing energy work on me. She was so detailed in every single little aspect of this. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Sarah and her adorable little pup Walker. Sarah opened her home to me and treated me like I was family.
She had my room so cozy and inviting, with little details specifically adorned to me. She prepared amazing healthy foods for us to eat. She made sure to incorporate my diet preferences in every meal. There was a-lot of love and patience put into everything, and I could even taste and feel it in the foods she prepared.
This was THE MOST MASSIVE trauma healing I have ever experienced. She is absolutely AMAZING at the work she does. She introduced me to parts of myself, that I didn’t even realize were there. She cleared and released me of many past traumas. I physically felt them falling out of my body by muscle contractions.
Sarah took me on a past life regression session, and the information that we found out from that was totally MIND BLOWING.
She has given me a daily guide to follow for 30 days, and a life time of tools to use for myself and to help others.
We hiked, had picnics in running streams, and did SO much healing.
If you are thinking about doing a retreat with her, stop looking! I recommend you reaching out to her and getting that spot booked. Sarah IS the REAL thing! She is a beautiful soul that is on a mission to change the world. I am so thankful and grateful that the Universe aligned me with her. She will forever be a part of me. I am proud to call her my friend.
She has changed my life! I left that old version of myself somewhere between Blue Ridge, Ga, and Shelby Alabama.
Ryan Brennan
“Sarah’s Retreats are intimate, life changing & a combination of personal development with a Spa vibe! I have been on multiple of her retreats at this point and each one gets better! You get a extremely relaxing environment either tucked away in the mountains or on the beach. There are activities sprinkled throughout the day such as journaling, yoga, hiking, beach walks, group shares and so much more! On the downtown there’s breakfast, lunch & dinner prepared by an IN HOUSE CHEF at your request. DELICIOUS. I can’t explain enough how relaxing, growth-oriented & life changing these get aways are. The room you stay in is SO THERAPEUTIC in a calming way. If you are skeptical because you might not know Sarah or the people going, trust that you found this option for a reason and the people turn out to be like-minded with similar goals, struggles and more every time :) Thank you Sarah!!!”
Shanna Crain
“Over the past eight years I have watched Sarah evolve into a highly intuitive, astute, compassionate, and empathetic spiritual healer/teacher/guide. I have had numerous sessions with her, and each time she takes me deeper to my soul level and guides me to recognize what is holding me back from becoming a higher version of myself. Her soothing voice always makes me feel safe as I work on healing inner child traumas. She uses various effective techniques to clear blockages, restore energy, and has taught me to protect myself from unwanted energies. She tunes into my energy before our session and what she intuits needs to be worked on is always in alignment with what I have been struggling with. She has given me so many tools to use daily to keep myself grounded between sessions. I attended a retreat with Sarah on Tybee Island which for me was really out of my comfort zone. By the end of the weekend, we had all bared our souls and worked through many issues that we had not recognized before. We all felt safe, there was no judgement, we learned so much about this evolution process. I look forward to many more years of Sarah being my guide by my side!!”
Tisha Rosamond
“What an amazing experience!! I was at a difficult point in my life with not knowing what was next for me with my career and this retreat was perfect timing. It enabled me to unplug, soul search and gave me the tools to work on ME!! I met some awesome people that will be soul friends. Every detail was taken care of so I could take care of me and my thoughts / healing. The house was magical, the food was fabulous and the experience was life changing!! I would highly recommend and I will absolutely do another!!”
Susan
“I had the privilege of participating in a Garden Meditation led by Sarah as one of the sessions of a Soul Search Retreat on Tybee Island. This was a wonderful experience in personal growth and healing. Sarah incorporated skills and understandings that reflected her years of study in the are of self-awareness. Thank you Sarah for this awesome opportunity for self-development.
Just wanted to thank you for that wonderful afternoon and for all that you do in helping others to reach their fullest potential.”
Ruth Rosenberg
“The Soul Stretch retreat was such an amazing experience for me. Sarah and her crew worked so well together and made it such a true soul opener. The literature, group discussions, sharing, tools, and Sarah's gift of intuition was the icing on the cake. I have been to several retreats but this one was by far my favorite. I walked away with a very full tool box and the courage to use all of them. I strongly recommend the retreat to anyone who wants to get in touch with themselves. Sarah has a gift and I feel so fortunate that she chose to share them all with me.”
Jeanne Dipaola
“Not exactly sure where to begin as I describe my experience during our Tybee retreat. To say that this was a life changing event for me is an understatement. I feel like I was given a gift from the universe to spend time with Sara and Michael and the entire Soul Stretch family we created. I went into the retreat with worry and anxiety about aging, financial security and general emotional health concerns. I left the retreat enlighten with a higher power of realization that I am not alone. Not only was I was surrounded with unconditional love I was provided a toolbox full of practical knowledge and behaviors I can easily incorporate into my day to day life.
This 4 day retreat replaced 30 years of therapy for me. Never have I connected to my inner child discovering some painful yet beautiful truths around my upbringing and mother’s love. It was a heartwarming and lovely experience meeting Susan “the fairy godmother” and having the honor to feel her love and peace in her beautiful garden. There were many moments during the retreat that I experienced epiphanies, Susan’s spirit and warmth provided one of those aha moments for me that came exactly at the right time in my life.”
Scotti Belfi
“Saying yes to a Soul Stretch weekend is saying yes to one's own heart, and journey and peace - there is something for each person to uncover and celebrate! There is no script but there is a tremendous amount of preparation so that the weekend flows organically and grounded in a healthy practice - I felt so much trust and freedom the whole time.”
Jen Pines
“Soul Stretch Retreats is an AMAZING gift anyone can gift themselves. The calm and comforting atmosphere in the mountains of Blue Ridge lends itself to a weekend of self exploration, learning about mind, body, soul and spirit. It allows you to detox from the everyday and really connect to your higher self.
Sarah brings so much knowledge to the weekend and her Authentic Self opens you up to so much learning and healing.
You may walk into the weekend alone, and you will walk out with a Soul Family!”
Linds Pines
“This retreat was life changing. At seventeen years old I joined this retreat with my Mom. I of course was hesitant but I went along… It was the best choice I had made.
I never thought I’d understand myself so fast in a short period of time. Sarah and Michael taught me so much about me and my choices. Not once did I feel misread or bored, there’s always something to learn and do!
I made lifelong friendships and built a stronger relationship with my mom. I’m so happy my mom brought me along for the journey!
Sarah’s skill and talent is pure and strong. She takes care of all of us like we are her family. Now we are a Soul Family. I will forever love my Soul Sisters.”
Gia Doutre
“I came to this retreat with an open mind--no expectations. Michael and Sarah opened their door and I received happiness, comfort and joy.
I felt safe, cared for and included. I could listen or speak easily. Each movement through sessions felt effortless for the facilitators as well as the guests. The immersion of nature inside and outside the home created a sense of peace and connection.
My soul felt energy I didn’t know existed. Our bodies felt full of food my mouth had never tasted. We challenged ourselves. We accepted ourselves. We learned tools that made us feel capable of a smooth reentry to our everyday lives.
If you are ready to see yourself this retreat gives you a peaceful way to peak inside.”
Angie Hutchison
“I came to the Spring Soul Retreat a broken bird and it was a life changing event and a new beginning for me.
I have hope for the first time in a 5 year downward spiral.
Never in a million years did I expect to open up the way I did and engage with people I don’t know.It was heartwarming. It was comfortable.
Sarah’s energy, without question, is magical. Michael brought his scientific knowledge to the natural world of energy. And their personal stories of walking this spiritual yet practical path were humbling. I learned a lot about EGO, how they overcame theirs to help other people heal. My soul was touched.
The house is breathtaking--so beautiful and comfortable at the same time. It was EVERYTHING to be able to relax and let go…
And the food?!?!!!? AMAZING. No words can adequately describe Kate’s culinary talents in the kitchen. I don’t know how to explain tasting the love in each bite at breakfast, lunch and dinner. But I did!
This experience touched me to my very soul. I can’t wait to go back!”
