“I can’t begin to express what this experience encompassed and meant for me. It was one of the most heartfelt, eye-opening, soul-soothing, rewarding experiences I’ve ever had. I felt totally safe, welcome and appreciated in the group. I felt a deep connection with all of the women and very much related with many of their stories. I was extremely moved and touched and totally uninhibited and free throughout the weekend. I loved and adored the movement. I witnessed first hand that vulnerability is not weakness and that it is the most courageous thing we can do and best means of connections with others. It’s as if I found a piece of me, I left a part of me, and I’m excited to discover and experience more sides of me. Come with an open heart and an open mind, willing to be, to let yourself be seen and to express anything and everything your heart desires. It will be one of the most rewarding and incredible experiences you’ll ever have. I loved it with all my heart.”

“In an atmosphere of peace, tranquility and gentleness, Lily’s retreats are ultimately a path of self-love. Connecting with other beautiful women, celebrating and restoring the inner fire that is essential to our feminine spirit, Lily creates a sanctuary of wellness. She is thoughtful over every detail, taking participants on a journey that allows each to blossom and unfold naturally. While yoga asana brings us together, it is the laughter, friendship and spontaneous healing that makes this retreat special. Attending one of Lily’s amazing retreats is a gift you give yourself.”

“The wild heart women’s retreat was an incredible gift. It gave me a safe space to truly connect to other women on the deepest of levels. I was able to find so many ways to return to my true self and I am inspired moving forward to find ways to take the magic of this retreat and incorporate them into my daily life.”

“This retreat was one of the finest experiences of my life. The teaching was on another level and the environment couldn’t be matched. For me the trip was one of the most memorable I’ve ever had... You’ve opened up a door for me because it’s motivated me to continue on with the journey. I plan to get more focused on my yoga and I look forward to whatever changes that will bring, going forward.”

“The Queendom retreat with Lily and Malka was a truly magical experience! We healed and cried, laughed, sang and danced, nourished our bodies with delicious foods, yoga, massage and mineral pools, created ceremony together, and most importantly came together as sisters.

I feel so much love, inspiration, and rejuvenation after these 6 days in the jungle with other women. Lily creates such a loving, safe and transformative space for everyone! Her calmness and coordination made the entire week feel like a loving meditation. Malka rocked us with private concerts daily, and led us in sound healing journeys and song circles that awakened my heart and soul. The Equilibrium Resort & Spa is a dreamy, off-the-grid paradise and the staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. I can’t wait for Lily & Malka’s next retreats and to return to Equilibrium again!!”

“This week was utterly magical. From the wonders of the rainforest to the cozy accommodations and nutritious food, Finca Luna Nueva brought it. And to top all that, Lily poured her heart into every aspect of the retreat and it was felt wholeheartedly by all attendees. From fun, playful yoga flows in the morning to adventures in between, to evening dance and singing sessions that awakened the heart and allowed me to transform. I could not have expected more and can hardly wait to instill in my life what I learned here and incorporate these practices to ensure I’m living my best life and reaching towards my highest purpose.”

“The Wild Heart Women’s Retreat was the best women centered retreat I’ve yet attended! I loved the workshops and the intention behind each teaching, the food was delightdul and the beautiful women who attended made my heart open wide. It was the perfect recipe for a fulfilling and rejeuventaing retreat!”

“What a journey! The activities enghanced being right here, right now- fully present- and brought the participants together physically and emotionally. We each worked through personal issues and developed intimacy. Perfect for the start of a new year to set intentions! Morning yoga flows were appropriately challenging, afternoons wonderfully reflective. Finca Luna Nueva was marvelous!! I feel more connected to the earth than I have in a long time. It was great to explore, discover and be a child again. The staff made my stay most enjoyable. My room was just right- everything I needed- comfortable, safe, secure.”

“The Queendom Retreat was a life beyond a dream. I went with the intention to fill my cup and I left with it absolutely overflowing. I went not knowing anyone other than Lily and came home with 11 new sisters. It was a time to simply connect rhythmically back to nature and gently to myself. There were lots of times where I surprised myself with how comfortable I was feeling simply being me. Lily’s intentionally guided movement and mindfulness was such a perfect way to start the day. The food felt absolutely nourishing...as a vegan, this is something I always worry about with these kinds of things and the food at Equilibrium was divine. The accommodations were so intentionally curated to simply support us to being in that rhythm. Five days of sleeping, eating and moving like a queen did my soul so right, well beyond filling my cup! I am finding myself integrating some new habits in my daily life that are feeling very supportive towards the life I dream of.”

“I am so grateful for the amount of “firsts” I had over this beautiful weekend. I was supported in stepping out of my comfort zone to experience a level of connection I have never felt so strongly among women. I didn’t know anyone else who was attending, and left part of a sisterhood. This environment offered me space to start releasing hurts I’ve been carrying around for years. It allowed me to discover new things about myself and taught me to honor it all. “Good”, “bad” and everything in between. I feel a new sense of self confidence, and a deep knowing of my capabilities to tend to my own heart, so I am never alone. As well as my feminine health and well being. I am committed to advocate for my wants, needs and desires with a fierce passion, because I KNOW and BELIEVE I DESERVE them. It was powerful and heartfelt, gentle and challenging, everything I didn’t know I needed. It was amazing, these women are amazing, WOMEN ARE AMAZING. I am so much more comfortable in my own skin, it’s lovely. ”

“Relish, rejuvenate, and surrender into the sweetest refuge: a retreat with Awakened Hearts. Lily Russo is a gifted and grounded facilitator. Within a container of sisterhood and trust, you will be invited to reconnect to your own intuition, body, and soul. The food is fresh, vibrant, and prepared with thoughtful hands. Deerhill, where the retreat is held, is a deeply intentional organization and powerful space. During the summer season, Deerhill serves to offer youth transformative wilderness and service experiences. You can truly feel the decades of love, laughter, and experience spilling out of the comfortable buildings and into the cottonwoods. I cannot encourage enough my fellow sisters to take a pause from life’s gripping hustle to remember what belonging within yourself feels like. ”

“A small part of me shifted and I know I will never be the same. Of course, I feel deeply connected and grounded right now while I am here, but I know I am taking this sacred pause with me for life.”

“What can I say about Lily and the retreat she facilitated to Mexico? It’s hard to find the words.. Magical, Nourishing, Illuminating- these are all words that come to mind, yet still they don’t capture the true essence of the life changing experience I had in the jungle of Puerto Vallarta with 12 other lovely women who would eventually become my fellow Queens. Needless to say, everything about the retreat was so incredible and exceptionally organized by Lily. The Equilibrium Healing Resort was perfectly chosen, with such a kind staff and INCREDIBLE meals thoughtfully cultivated for us. The day trips, one a sea side hike to a stunning beach view lunch & the other to the beautiful Botanical Gardens of Puerto Vallarta, we’re the perfect adventures away from the resort and carefully planned out by Lily with shuttles and reservations already made for us! Lastly, but perhaps most importantly, the energy and love surrounding this container of women was a feeling that will stay with me forever. Within the first 24 hours of being with each other, it was clear we were all in the midst of something very special. The sacred spaces created for tender and vulnerable moments were approachable...yet so potent. And for every tender moment, there were twice as many silly moments, giggling with my sisters under the stars. What more could you want from an offering such as this? I would recommend Lily and her many gifts to anyone, but I especially recommend her Women’s wintertime retreat, as it is an experience I will be thanking myself for saying “YES!” to for many years to come. <3”

“Attending a women’s gathering of this magnitude under the guidance, and nurturing of Lily and Kayla gave me a place to fit in. A place that I did not realize I so desperately needed and longed for. Having this many women together, talking of subjects that are taboo in this day in age, is truly healing. We spoke together, felt together, and healed together. The power of feminine togetherness has the capacity to change the world. My divine feminine felt this union in my bones and soul. It was cathartic in a ancient way. A way that my soul applauded for finally figuring out. This event changed me. It has made me more confident as a wombman, more accepting as a human, and most importantly announced a call to action for my purpose here. I have deep gratitude for this event and it’s facilitators. The space held at the Wild Heart Women’s Gathering was divinely designed for true growth. It was a magical container to aid me in my transformation and I am truly blessed to have been a part of it. I would recommend this event to any wombman in my life without a hint of hesitation.”

“Upon saying goodbye and heading home from a truly divine experience at the “Queendom” retreat, I found the words “thank you for holding space” come through. Lily has a unique ability to set a loving tone that is centered in the heart and permeates throughout the whole experience. Within a genuine and open yet carefully tended to place, I found freedom to explore, reflect and enjoy as I moved at my own rhythm and pace in all of the offerings. Connecting with others in the group thankfully felt natural, easy, and the who experience was incredibly healing. This retreat was a 5 out of 5 stars in positive and supportive energy, not to mention epic location, and next level nourishment... expect to be totally recharged in mind body spirit and soul when you come home.”

“From the setting to the yoga practice, the people involved, it became a week that enlightened my life and my outlook.”

“Such a great week of fun and relaxation. Plenty of time for self-guided exploration in addition to group outings. ”

“This yoga retreat was one of the most regenerative yoga retreats I have been to in 40 years.”

“The retreat was an experience that will stay with me forever. It allowed me to grow, to learn and to be nourished.”

“The experience I had on this retreat was incredible. I learned so much about yoga, meditation, and self-awareness. The experience was invaluable.”

“The yoga and mindfulness retreat was awesome. The staff is so warm and knowledgeable about the importance of biodiversity. The yoga was nourishing and strengthening. ”

“All I can say is WOW! The Wild Heart Women’s Gathering was so incredible! I feel so fed and nourished and am walking away from the weekend with a full heart and a cup that overfloweth. From the workshops, to the land, to the amazing, high vibe food and all the women who participated, it was a potent container that provided a beautiful alchemy for healing, connection and transformation.”

“The retreat was a life changing experience on multiple levels. I came to relax, heal and find peace. I have done that, as well as met some high caliber people. Lastly, this has inspired me to get back into a regular practice and I will make that a priority.”