Happiness & Inspiration
Escape Haven, Byron
Today I’m grateful for the power of manifestation which bought me Escape Haven, Byron. The last few weeks have seen our team bring our new retreat in Byron to life beautifully. Its been all consuming but wonderful at the same time and as I reflect on the journey here, its funny how it ended up being identical to the picture in my mind, 18 months ago when I first thought ‘what if’? With the second retreat finished yesterday I had a bit of an ‘aha’ moment when I reflected back on what my original intention was for the creation of Byron –something beach front with a surf break out front, set amongst nature creating a sensory experience with the smell and sound of the ocean blending with bird song and nature from the surrounding rainforest. A barefoot eco luxe beach house feel bringing to life the feeling of all the beautiful elements of an Australian summer – fresh seafood and organic food sourced from local providores served al fresco in sun filled tropical garden with women taking time out to laugh and enjoy each others company over long leisurely delicious meals forgetting all their cares and getting lost in wonderful conversation and stories, feeling the warmth of the ocean breeze and a place to practice yoga and meditation with the sound of surf and nature playing in the background. It’s fair to say the list was a long one!!! so the realization that was exactly what we had created was empowering.
I think that’s the powerful thing about manifestations, you can bring them to life and through practicing visualization you are already creating your reality. We all have the tools within ourselves. It made me think that when you truly realize that, anything is therefore possible if you believe in it more than you buy into the fear of change.
I forgot how much I enjoy the creative phase starting from scratch and didn’t realize how unique the flavor of another location would be. Its been fun, tweeking the programme, discovering hidden gems and must do’s, meeting eccentric passionate locals only too happy to share their Byron secrets with you. The community fabric here reminds me in so many ways of Bali (laid back surf town feel, bohemian chic, a wellbeing epic entre) yet has such a special uniqueness to it as well which I’ve loved experiencing, layer by layer.
After 2 weeks of wonderful women staying, lots of laughter and working with an experienced, talented crew, seeing Byron take shape and take off has given me constant gratitude and a smile that won’t fade. Seeing our guests smiles and reaction to our new retreat and concept and their connection with my uber talented Byron team, has been incredibly gratifying.
With another retreat starting today, I’m happily dazed yet energized by it all and enjoying every moment. Like I mentioned recently, it’s a relief the fear fog has lifted and just as I knew, the reward on the other side is sweet. Next time I feel fear from growing pains as I continue to expand, I will remember the power of manifesting what you want and how through doing that it led me to Byron.
Love Jen xx