"Jacqui" Jacqueline Ruiz has been leading retreats for many years. From mortician to mushrooms, Jacqui Transformational Coach and Corporate Leadership Facilitator combined her personal experience with her professional experience to create life-changing retreats. Her more than 15 years guiding people through emotionally challenging times along with her nurturing, safe, comforting and no-nonesense way is a perfect fit for the life-changing work she leads.
Details of this retreat
✨ Your Soul is Calling for Peace. Answer it. ✨
Are you tired... truly tired? Beyond the surface, deep in your heart and soul? Feeling lost in the noise of life, yearning for a deeper connection and a sense of purpose that seems just out of reach?
We've been told to push through, to plaster on a smile and "be strong." But what if true strength lies in allowing yourself to pause? To choose YOU, to prioritize the peace your mind, body, and soul desperately crave?
Imagine this:
Six nights in the lush, healing embrace of the Costa Rican rainforest, surrounded by vibrant wildlife and the majestic Arenal Volcano.
Two profound psilocybin ceremonies, guided by ancient wisdom, unlocking radical self-awareness and a deeper understanding of your true nature.
The transformative power of horses, their gentle spirits mirroring your emotions, guiding you towards profound healing and self-discovery.
Leaving rejuvenated, equipped with practical tools to integrate lasting peace and spiritual growth into your daily life.
This isn't just a retreat. It's a homecoming. A chance to shed the weight of the world and step into the authentic, radiant YOU.
"Soul & Saddle: A Journey of Hoofbeats and Healing Whispers with the Medicine of Psilocybin" is your invitation to reclaim your peace, rediscover your joy, and create a life you truly love.
It's time to choose YOU. It's time to say YES to your soul's calling.
Join us April 10 - April 16, 2026
Ready to answer the call? Schedule your free discovery call now:
https://calendly.com/embracingyourlight/20-minute-introduction-and-discovery-session-eyl
We will assist with all transportation arrangements
Accommodation
Shared bunk style accommodations, private accommodations available at additional cost
Retreat Price
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Multiple Locations available throughout Costa Rica. Location is determined by the clients desire and intention; i.e.: beach experience, mountainous experience, solitude, adventure.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Day 1 - Dinner
Day 2: 3 Meals
Day 3: Breakfast
Includes Coffee/tea/water/juices
What's Included
Psychedelic Sessions, Integration Coaching, Meals, Lodging, Massage Therapy, Body Movement Therapy, equine integration
No pressure. No performance. No promises of “fixing” you.
Just honest guidance, a safe container, and real, lasting change.
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Wisdom, Integrity, Care.
Working with Jacqui was one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. Right from the very beginning, I felt deeply held — emotionally, energetically, and practically. Her presence is calm, confident, and incredibly attuned.
She didn’t rush the process or impose meaning; instead, she created a container where my truth emerged naturally. The preparation, the ceremony itself, and the integration afterward were all thoughtful and intentional. I left feeling clearer, softer, and more connected to myself than I had in years.
If you’re looking for someone who combines wisdom, integrity, and genuine care, Jacqui is that person.
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Powerful!
Embracing Your Light is not just a healing space — it’s a return to yourself. From the very first interaction, I felt seen, respected, and genuinely supported. There is a level of care, professionalism, and integrity here that is rare, especially in this kind of work. The guidance offered through Embracing Your Light is grounded, intentional, and deeply human. Nothing feels rushed or forced; instead, there is space to move at your own pace while still being gently guided toward clarity, healing, and personal truth. This work helped me reconnect with my inner wisdom, open my heart, and trust myself again. If you’re seeking real transformation — not surface-level inspiration, but lasting change — Embracing Your Light offers a place that is both safe and profoundly powerful.
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Life-Changing
Jacqui has a rare gift. She sees straight through the noise and gently guides you back to what actually matters. Our work together helped me gain clarity related to my purpose, my patterns, and the choices I had been avoiding but needed to face. She is both compassionate and direct — never shaming, and never vague. I always felt supported, but also challenged in a way that helped me grow. I trusted her completely, which says a lot.
This wasn’t “feel-good coaching.” It was real, grounded transformation, and I’m living differently because of it. My entire life is different since working with Jacqui, in a way that feels like I am fully living now!
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The Real Deal
I came to Embracing Your Light feeling cautious. I’ve explored personal growth spaces before and was honestly tired of big promises and vague language. I wasn’t looking to be “fixed” — I just wanted something real.
What I found instead was integrity, clarity, and a level of presence that immediately set this work apart. Nothing was pushed. There was no pressure to feel a certain way or have a particular experience. I felt respected as a whole human being, not treated like a project.
Over time, something subtle but powerful shifted. I gained perspective, softened toward myself, and began making decisions from a place of trust instead of fear. Embracing Your Light didn’t give me answers — it helped me remember my own. That, to me, is real healing.
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Available Dates
Apr 10 - 16, 2026
Payments made through Retreat Guru do not include the cost of: plant medicine, psychedelics or similar products.