Awakening Your Essential Voice: Creative Writing and Spiritual Development Retreat
With Melissa Boyd and Julie Kingsley
September 26 - 29, 2025
It can be difficult to take the time to find your authentic voice in this frenetic world, or in some cases even to hear your own wants and needs amidst the noise.
We have the antidote.
We invite you to slow down for a transformative creative writing and spiritual development retreat on the shores of the magical mid-coast of Maine. Limina is located two hours north of Portland.
Over 3 days, this immersive retreat combines inspiration from the ocean views with introspective activities led by Julie Kingsley, Maine Author and Publishing Expert, and Melissa Boyd, Spiritual Medium.
From Julie:
- “You Are Big!” Writing Workshop
- Art Extension in Writing
- Silver Linings Writing Process
- Personalized Writing Critiques
From Melissa:
- Soul Readings
- Breathwork
- Yoga
- Mala Meditations
The activity schedule has been intentionally designed to support you on your personal and spiritual path.
Activities include:
- Mindfulness practices
- Community discussions
- Forest bathing
- Opportunities for personal reflection
- Nourishing meals to meet every food plan
- Sauna and fitness room
- Walking trails with 1,000 feet of waterfront
The weekend kicks off with a sound bath with Helena Nash, Sound Healer and founder of Live Lighter and the Sound Sangha. Guests will engage in a variety of activities all while surrounded by the beauty of Limina.
About the Leaders
Melissa Boyd
Melissa is a renowned spiritual guide and transformational leader, channeling profound insights into real-world applications. She bridges the tangible and ethereal realms, mainstreaming the conversation on spiritual intuition in everyday decision-making and leadership. For more than 25 years, Melissa has been a recognized leader for innovation in organizational development, public policy, and communications—blending her corporate and […]
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Julie Kingsley
Julie is a lifelong Mainer passionate about changing the world with stories. She’s co-host of The Manuscript Academy podcast and co-founder of The Manuscript Academy. When she’s not actively writing, critiquing, podcasting, or reading too much, you might find her hugging a tree on a nice hike, enjoying a good paddle, or camping in the […]
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