Illuminated Soul Retreat - Ubud, Bali, May 2025

Imagine a week dedicated 100% to you!

we are sold out for 2025

If you have ever chosen to carve out even a few minutes for yourself then you know the value of that choice and how good for your soul it truly is to give yourself the gift of time.

Having hosted and attended retreats across Australia and internationally, Kerryn and Shannon have both experienced first hand what happens when you choose to embrace a retreat experience.

Imagine an entire week for you to dedicate to yourself. A week where we will collectively explore a range of themes including your unique Thrive Factor, and a number of Illuminated Soul 'Self' themes including self leadership, self acceptance, self worth, self compassion and self love.

We are delighted to launch the inaugural Illuminated Soul Retreat.

This immersive experience, hosted across a week, in a stunning private villa on the edge of a lusciously green jungle environment with glorious rice paddies in Ubud, Bali, is for 8 incredible women who feel called to gift themselves an entire week to explore, expand, evolve and elevate.

As a busy woman in a demanding world you reach a time in life where you know it is time to pull back from doing so much - caring for others, working too much, saying yes to things you don't really want to do - and instead, prioritise self.

You have longed for the opportunity to get away from the busyness. You have many dreams and desires for yourself and your life that are yet to come to reality. Often the dreams and desires have been hidden in the shadows of your soul, and for many reasons they have not yet been given the space to breathe, to actualise, to illuminate.

Kerryn and Shannon share how the retreat came to life, some of the themes to be explored and why it is called Illuminated Soul!

What are we doing?

We have invested a lot of time to get clear on the right blend of activities and experiences to make the most of the core focuses of our time together - the right blend of things to explore our retreat themes, and provide you with the best opportunity to leave feeling nourished, fulfilled and truly illuminated as a thriving woman.

Each of the consciously and intuitively chosen experiences and Illuminated Soul workshops has been chosen to activate the thriving we dream of for you. We also want to add a degree of personlisation, so the final schedule will be defined with the registered participants in mind.

You'll all be women seeking time out for a variety of reasons. As your hosts we are committed to magnifying the time you spend away at the Illuminated Soul Retreat so it is the most rewarding experience in every moment. You having the most incredible time is super important to us.

As we shared in our message above, we will cover a diverse range of themes and will be delving into the things you tell us you are curious about. They will include spirituality, creativity, self leadership, self trust, your archetypal shadow and it's influence, and how to support yourself in optimal ways to activate and amplify what it means to thrive. This truly is just a sample of what is possible.

One of the many benefits of being guided by two retreat leaders is you will be able to tap into our combined five plus decades of lived and learned experience and expertise guiding, supporting and holding space for individuals and groups.

While we would love to share the whole itinerary now, this will only be revealed once we are together in Bali. This is for a number of reasons. One is so we can consider the desires and needs of the participants who choose to join us. Another is so you can enjoy the element of surprise, lean into trust and know that the entire week is about you. As your hosts this is front and centre of mind every moment we are together.

Our itinerary

Day 1: Saturday

On arrival in Bali, you'll make your way to the stunning Ubud region, in Bali's mountains. It's roughly a 2 hour car ride from the airport, depending on traffic and the time of day you arrive.

If possible, we encourage you to arrive on a flight landing in Bali early afternoon local time, at the latest, so you have plenty of time to make your way to our delightful accommodation, a venue complete with air conditioning, in inviting infinity pool overlooking the jungle, offering a welcome retreat from the tropical heat.

You may wish to arrive in Bali before our Retreat officially starts. Depending on where you plan to stay and when you arrive, we can support you with arranging transport from your location to Ubud. We can confirm this closer to the time, or when you've made your travel arrangements. We will be in communication with you before departure to confirm a few key things and collect your Retreat documents, including a copy of your international travel insurance.

We start with an official welcome ceremony late afternoon of Day 1. Then over a shared, chef prepared welcome dinner, we'll get to know each other and explore what you want to get out of the Retreat.

You'll likely be a mix of excited and tired after traveling, so it'll be an early night so you can rest up and get to know your room and surroundings in a relaxed manner.

Day 2 - 6: Sunday - Friday

Breakfast is included and will be available in our shared kitchen and dining space before each morning session. We start each day with a daily intention circle; an opportunity to reflect on the previous days and to be purposeful with your vision for what you wish to get out of the coming day.

Our circle is followed by our first workshop of the day. Each day we'll have a focused workshop designed to give you a chance to explore the themes of the Retreat.

Scheduled in and around our workshops will be excursions chosen to support your experience. We'll be traveling to areas within and surrounding Ubud. When we say you're in for a real treat with what is planned, we are not exaggerating.

Combined, we have personally experienced each of the excursions and have chosen to include them because of the feelings we walked away with, the expansion they have facilitated, the personal understanding gained and the fun we have had. We have complete faith you'll love them as much as we have and can't wait to share them with you. Some Shannon has returned to year after year for over a decade as they have literally taken her already transformational Retreat and travel experiences to a whole new level.

Day 6 Evening: Friday

As a way to reflect on your experiences and growth from the past week we have organised a very special evening for us all. We don't want to reveal too much as yet, but let's just say there's food involved, lots of fun and a gorgeous opportunity to celebrate you as the Illuminated Soul you are.

Day 7: Saturday

Our final morning together and the last of our Illuminated Soul workshops. It'll be a morning where memories are made, friendships are truly cemented and you get to instill that extra layer of integration so you can take home the best of your week and continue to leverage all the goodness for days, weeks, months and years to come.

Traveling Home

We officially finish late morning on Saturday 17th May, so if you need to travel home today please ensure you book a late afternoon or evening flight as it'll take a couple of hours at least to get back to the airport from Ubud. We definitely suggest you allow 3 hours before your flight departure time to be at the airport. Never underestimate the slow processing at an Asian airport! Always better to allow plenty of time and we'll remind you of all of this well before you get to booking flights.

What is a retreat like with Kerryn or Shannon?

"I felt so comfortable and relaxed"

"I was incredibly blessed to partake in an incredible women's immersion weekend facilitated by Kerryn. What an incredible journey to experience. Everything was divine.

I felt so comfortable and relaxed from the minute of arrival. I have made deep and meaningful connections with other incredible women. This retreat has left a lasting impact on me. I will be forever grateful for this magic and can not wait to return for my next one."

Katie

"expansive info, life lessons and fun activities"

"Where do I even being with this most wonderful retreat that I have just experienced, led by Shannon. Every day was such a learning experience for me. Shannon’s workshops were filled with so much juicy expansive info, life lessons and fun activities. Then going out and experiencing Bali, in all it’s beauty and enhancing what we learnt in the workshops was just magnificent.

With Shannon’s Thrive Factor Archetypes interwoven into the workshops there was a lot of self discovery, learning our strengths and weaknesses and how to use these qualities for the better. I loved everything about this retreat and took so much away from it and most importantly learned to become more aware of what we as ourselves have to offer the world. I booked for next year”

Jo

"I thank you from the bottom of my heart"

“This Retreat has shown me just how little I had valued myself over the years, and that putting others before myself, I had left myself so far behind.

Kerryn has awakened what has always been in me and reminded me of the possibilities of my full potential. I have walked away from this weekend with the knowledge to honour myself and the capacity to allow more self love into my life.

Kerryn, you truly are a gifted Teacher, an amazing Spiritual Mentor and Soul Sister. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for this experience. You knew I needed it"

Marsha

"Shannon sets people up to be successful"

“I’ve watched Shannon achieve miracles with clients for several years now. Having just attended her Retreat in 2018 I couldn’t wait to book for 2019. She is an incredible facilitator with passion for success in each of her clients, be it personal or professional achievements – she sets people up to succeed. Can’t thank you enough Shannon for sharing your special knowledge to get the right outcomes – Thank you" 2018

"Second year of retreat and still SO MUCH VALUE gained. I ticked off most of the goals I set last year and it truly was effortless" 2019

Donna

"do whatever you need to and secure your place"

"I am still floating on a cloud two days after Retreat. I had no idea this would be so transformative. To be able to do this deep spiritual work and to be cared for and nurtured by you was a privilege.

To be able to connect in such a powerful way with Source and Goddess Energies was amazing. I have never felt a connection quite like this before. To do so in the company of some incredible women has created some treasured memories for me. I know these connections will continue for many years.

I feel as though this time has opened the gates to some amazingness in my life that I have only dreamed of and I am so grateful to you for your love and guidance along the way.

To anyone considering signing up for one of Kerryn’s retreats - sell your children - do whatever you need to and secure your place. You won’t be sorry."

Min

"I discovered ME!"

“I highly recommend attending a Retreat with Shannon. If you come with an open mind you will truly discover what is possible; the result of your limitlessness.
I came to work on my business and I discovered ME!"

Holly-Ann

"a space that gives you a sense of safety and comfort"

“Kerryn put together a personalised retreat weekend for myself and my sister. A huge amount of thoughtful planning was put into this weekend and we are both extremely grateful to have had this wonderful experience. Kerryn creates a space that gives you a sense of safety and comfort the moment you step inside. As we left, my cup felt filled with all the meaningful practices and inspiration we were exposed to. Thank you Kerryn for providing us with such genuine care, nurture and being so attuned to our needs and gently guiding us along the journey.

Steph

"Take time to reflect, assess and articulate what makes you, you!"

“I highly recommend a Retreat with Shannon to take time to reflect, assess and articulate what makes you, you. Getting really comfortable in who I am and finding my voice has been transformational. I have big goals and a clear vision for how to accomplish them"

Chelsea

Where are we staying?

As mentioned, we'll be staying at a private villa on the edge of Ubud. It's an newer style property with a long list of fabulous amenities to support us to be comfortable and feel at home as a group.

Check out the infinity pool in the image at the top of the page! How good is it going to be cooling off in that each day?

You'll be in a shared twin private room. The rooms are simple in layout, spacious inside, and there is one bathroom for each bedroom. If you are coming with a friend and would like to share a room with them, just let us know and we can arrange that. In order to secure modern, spacious and private accommodation for a group of 10, we were unable to offer single rooms.

Having both stayed in shared accommodation at retreats in the past we know you can end up having a wonderful experience with your room sister and we trust you will have the same experience. As hosts we are also sharing a room and feel excited to do so.

We will host most of our Illuminated Soul workshops in the large lounge space, offering us our own place to create and explore together. There are a number of break out spaces across the property so if you need some down time on your own we are sure you will be able to achieve that.

There are also many opportunities for free time in the schedule, so if you want to get away from our villa and into Ubud to explore you will be able to easily do that during the week.

There will be no other guests at the property during our stay.

What is included?

7 nights accommodation at a private villa in a twin share, spacious, air conditioned room, with private bathroom for the room. It's a space giving you a chance to experience a beautiful sanctuary to relax and enjoy!

7 breakfasts, with a selection from the freshly made menu. We will have a chef onsite to prepare breakfast each morning. Any food allergies or intolerance's can be catered for

Welcome dinner featuring an array of scrumptious Indonesian food on the first night and lunches on the days we spend completely at the villa

At least 6 Illuminated Soul workshops designed to give you an opportunity to explore the themes of our retreat and to return home with renewed energy, focus, momentum and a deeper connection to a group of other women with their own inspiring visions and dreams for themselves and their lives

Transport to and from all excursions the group will experience together as part of the retreat program

At least 4 off site excursions to local places you'll absolutely adore - let's just say there's a divine mix of self care and nurturing, honouring who you are and what you're creating and chances to reconnect to your own innate potential

A spa experience at one of the most beautiful spa's in Ubud. You've seen those pics of petal baths on this page? That's what we will be immersing ourselves in the best self care indulgence we could find. We will be sure to check it's still as phenomenal as we remember before you all arrive

A special dinner to celebrate the end of our time together! This is super magic and extra delicious and will be a beautiful way to acknowledge our retreat and to take the final steps to integrate ready to travel home. The actual cost of dinner and any drinks will be at your own expense

Workbooks, worksheets and any materials you may need for the workshops, experiences and explorations. If there's anything particular you like to work with you can bring that along. A detailed overview of what to bring or consider bringing, will be provided at least a month before we begin our retreat

Other surprises included to make this a truly delectable journey you'll be grateful for, for years to come! Creating these is one of our favourite things to do

Thrive Factor Profiling!

if you haven't yet had your profile completed you will be able to take the assessment and receive your report the month before we go away (This is valued at $400 AUD and included as a bonus for anyone who does not know her Thrive Factor Archetypes)

If you know your Thrive Factor Profile, then get excited about reacquainting yourself with your Archetypes in relation to their influence across so many areas of your life, your dreams, who you are and who you desire to be. We'll be referring to them throughout the retreat

Virtual group sessions within the two weeks before and after retreat

The first session is a welcome and get to know each other and a chance to have any final questions you have answered
The second session is a way to check in together and see how you're going with the action you are taking and integrating back home into your life. You will feel changed after this retreat. It is part of the magic retreats create. Sometimes it feels easy to slide back to pre-life retreat. Other times it can feel a little more challenging. Kerryn and Shannon are here to support you after too, so you don't have to worry about this at all!

Did we say pressies? or have we only mentioned surprises?

Well there will be all sorts of things to make your stay the best experience! You feeling spoiled and taken care of as you expand the way you take care of yourself is one of many benefits of Illuminated Soul Retreats

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What is not included?

Your flights to and from Bali. Travel to Bali from your origin destination is 100% your responsibility to book and pay for

Any accommodation for time you spend in Bali before or after the retreat. If you'd like to add days before or after we can certainly offer recommendations. Please know there is no opportunity to stay at our Retreat villa before or after our Retreat dates of 10th - 17th May, 2025

Transport to and from the International Airport, or your accommodation before or after the Retreat. We have access to a number of incredible and reliable drivers who we can connect you with and you pay them direct for the transport you book. Shannon has used the same driver for over 14 years and Made and his team are the best! Before Retreat we will know which flights you are arriving and departing on and connect you with others to share transport if that is suitable

Costs associated with visa's, travel insurance, vaccinations and any other health related items you may need to make your experience as comfortable as possible. The terms and conditions can be accessed via the registration page and include further details

Spending money. There's plenty of great opportunities to shop for all sorts of treasures from silver jewellery through to comfy, casual clothes. Be sure to bring spending money with you if you like to shop as there will also be opportunity to shop in your personal time and on your day off mid week

Some lunches. There are a always amazing restaurants and warungs close to accommodation in Bali so there will be lots to explore. There's also large supermarkets in Ubud to stock up on snacks and any other general things you may need to make your stay super comfortable. Most places are a short ride away and using a rideshare app like GoJeck is a fab way to get around. Shannon has regularly visited Ubud for more than a decade and is happy to provide suggestions for places to eat

Most dinners. Some of our meals in the evening will be consumed at local restaurants. These will be mostly at your own expense and your Retreat itinerary will advise when this is the case. Your final itinerary will be provided at the Retreat

It's time to say yes to you!

If you have got this far and your excitement is bubbling over then the only thing left to do is register and secure your place.

Your Investment for this week long experience in 2025 starts from $4400 AUD.

Pay in full or take advantage of the 6 part payment plan. As of the 20th November 2024 the payment plan will consist of 5 monthly payments. More details can be read below about the monthly changes to the payment plan as we get closer to the retreat commencement date.

This information collected in the registration form is for us to be able to communicate with you about the Retreat.

Our individual Retreats have historically sold out quickly, so if you are keen to be a part of this, don't hesitate.

Once sold out, there will be a wait list in the event that anyone who originally registered is not able to join us. A place will be offered to the first person on the list and so on, until the place is filled.

Registrations close 26th April, or when sold out if that is earlier.

We are now sold out for this 2025 retreat!

To summarise, your investment is pay in full: $4400

Prices are exclusive of GST for Australian residents.

Meet your retreat leader, Kerryn Slater

Kerryn Slater is the Inspired Spiritual Alchemist.

Treasured by her community of clients seeking to live more joyously Kerryn supports you to gain more clarity on your true purpose, heal your body and mind, and re-awaken the elation and passion in your life. She’s a fierce advocate for your awakening!

Kerryn loves to learn and has gathered an abundance of tools and expertise meaning she will work with you to customise the best solution for where you’re at and where you want to be. As a certified Meditation Teacher, Self Discovery Master Coach, Hypnosis practitioner, Reiki Master Teacher, Theta healer and Psychic Medium and Thrive Factor Coach®, she’s a wealth of wisdom and inspiration, with an ability to hold space for genuine transformation.

Her business, Holistic Essentials Therapy and Consulting, has been the channel for people like you to reconnect to your own wisdom, be supported by the universe’s beautiful energy and know that you’ve got this, no matter where you find yourself.

As a grounded spiritual soul Kerryn will create a dynamic that supports you to nourish your spiritual self so your human experience is a delightfully rewarding one.

Kerryn is inspired to work with people who are ready to make change in their lives; ready to understand the true meaning of empowerment; ready to be the change they wish to see in the world and ready for overall well being in all areas of their lives.

When she’s not supporting individuals awakening to their best lives, Kerryn loves learning new ways to support her well being so she can support yours, is energised by walking at her local beach with her gorgeous four legged companion and adores her time with family and friends. She has a cheeky sense of humour, a wicked laugh and a fierce determination to help others.

Kerryn's Archetypes are Shapeshifter Alchemist, Advocate Rescuer, Mentor Teacher and Inspirer Believer.

Meet your retreat leader, Shannon Dunn

Hey there fabulous one

I can't wait to see you in Bali soon. While it might feel like forever away, it will be here before we know it.

I've been retreating in Bali as both a participant and retreat host for more than 13 years and always returned with outdated layers and limits gone and fresh new perspectives, energy and momentum unleashed.

Attending a retreat at least annually became a non negotiable for me after my first retreat experience. It is truly life changing and life affirming as an experience and hard to put into words. As one of my retreat loving friends says often, retreats change lives. I can 100% attest they do - and for the better.

Here's a bit of my formal bio.

"Often described as a super creator, visionary thinker, liberation loving, inspiration seeking, wisdom infused, stand-up paddleboard enthusiast and disco loving tragic, Shannon Dunn is an international multi award winning Australian businesswoman, best selling author, retreat leader and regularly sought out as a keynote speaker.

Coaching the ambitious impact makers of the world for close to two decades, Shannon has a gift for effortlessly tapping into exactly what it is that activates and amplifies your thriving.

She has an obsession with you unlocking your effortless success zone, breaking up with unhealthy hustle and embracing your inner leader so you can also experience significantly more of what you want and deserve.

As CEO of Thrive Factor Co, Shannon is the creator of a dynamic self leadership system called the Thrive Factor Framework®. It’s unique Archetype profiling experience and Shannon’s one of a kind coaching methodology afford her clients a unique advantage in life, career or business. She also leads a Thrive Factor Coach® leadership certification and has a huge ambition to ripple thriving into the world in a big way.

As well as having a Mentor Teacher level of business qualifications Shannon is also a qualified counselor and Art Therapist, so she knows how to support and guide you holistically from many dimensions.

Shannon's Archetypes are Visionary Creator, Liberator Engineer, Mentor Teacher and Inspirer Believer."

Please note that Illuminated Soul Retreats are jointly organised and hosted by Kerryn Slater of Holistic Essentials Therapy and Consulting ABN: 38614242538 and Shannon Dunn of Thrive Factor Co ACN: 65618243039.

The statement and information below is related to Shannon's company, Thrive Factor Co, but please know that the sentiments are shared by both Kerryn and Shannon in regards to the way we work.

All financial transactions are processed via Thrive Factor Co and any correspondence will come from hello@thrivefactorco.com.

2024 All Rights Reserved Shannon Dunn | Thrive Factor Co

for all things coaching, speaking and working with Shannon visit www.thrivefactorco.com
Read Shannon's Inclusion Journey Statement here
Listen to She Leads She Thrives podcast here
Join Shannon's Facebook Community here
For all things Thrive Factor Profiling related visit www.thethrivefactor.com and this page for profiling and Thrive Factor Coaching with Shannon
Take the free Thrive Factor Assessment and meet one of your possible 3-6 Archetypes

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A note from Thrive Factor Co CEO Shannon Dunn about working with her and engaging with any Thrive Factor Co products, programs and services.

Every effort has been made to accurately represent our products, services and their potential. Examples shared in any examples included above are not to be interpreted as a promise or guarantee of earnings or outcomes. Earning potential is influenced by the person using the products, services, programs, ideas, strategies and techniques shared with them. We do not purport any of our products or services to be a "get rich scheme" or claim they will lead to you earning a minimum level of income or a certain result. The coaching and education you experience is designed to evolve your relationship with yourself and your business. The speed and magnitude at which that happens is unique to each person and business.

Any claims made of actual earnings or examples of actual results can be verified if requested. Your level of success in attaining the results claimed in our content is influenced by and depends on the a large number of factors, including your past personal and business experience and the time you dedicate to our products, services, programs, ideas, strategies and techniques shared with you along with your finances, knowledge and various skills. As these factors differ according to each individual, we cannot guarantee your success or income level. But we want you to succeed and achieve the outcomes you want to experience. We commit to working with you within the scope of our practice to support this to happen.

i, Shannon Dunn, CEO and founder of Thrive Factor Co have over two decades of coaching and business training and expertise. I am also a qualified counselor and therapist and practice with trauma awareness due to my professional experience and expertise. I am acutely aware of my scope of practice and will refer you to a more suitable form of support or guidance if what you want and need is not something I am qualified or equipped to provide. I am continually learning and evolving as a coach and I am dedicated to leading by example. I am committed to practicing from an ethical position and always willing to meet you where you are at and to work collaboratively with you to find the right solution or solutions for you.

As I evolve and become more informed about the most appropriate ways to work with you as a coach and an educator, things may change in our business model. Any change will be made with the best interests of our clients front of mind and heart and always communicated to our valued community if it affects any current commitment you have made with Thrive Factor Co.

As a company we believe in a pricing model that offers a range of options. We believe in payment plans and offer them for a majority of our services and programs. We do not agree with marketing that is driven by scarcity and fear of missing out, or that preys on personal insecurities or beliefs. As of January 2023 will began offering a flat rate pricing structure, thus removing early bird pricing and savings for pay in full. We do not believe in "penalising" anyone who chooses a payment plan by making you pay more than the small additional amount of administrative fees incurred administratively for offering payment plans. Please be patient as we transition this change across the company and our entire suite of offers, products, programs and services.

Unless otherwise stated, there is a 30 day written notice period to cancel ongoing coaching services. Any payments due in the time between your request to cancel and the end of the 30 day period, will be charged as per the agreed rate. No refunds are available on masterclasses or programs, masterminds. For retreats and other in person events you will find relevant cancellation and refund policies included in your related agreement.

If at any time you are not satisfied with your experience, reach out to Thrive Factor co and let us know. When you work with us you are provided with the contact details needed to communicate with us. You will always be listened to and your concerns, queries or anything else you raise with us will be acknowledged with respect, confidentiality and taken seriously.

Last reviewed December 2023.