New Year, New Intentions - A Wellness Journey at Angel's Animal Sanctuary

Retreat Highlights

• Join us for a transformative two-day retreat, designed to help you set powerful intentions for the new year while aligning your body, mind, and spirit.
• This immersive experience, hosted by holistic care expert Dr. Angel, takes place in the tranquil setting of Angel’s Animal Sanctuary in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.
• Surrounded by nature and the sanctuary’s beloved animals, you’ll engage in healing practices, connect with like-minded individuals, and leave with a personalized wellness plan for 2025.
• Day 1: Setting Intentions & Connecting with Nature
• 10:00 AM: Check-In & Nutritious Breakfast
• Your retreat begins with a nourishing, plant-based breakfast, setting the tone for a day of wellness and self-discovery.
• 10:30 AM: Goal Setting & Manifestation Techniques
• Dr. Angel will guide you through powerful goal-setting and manifestation practices, helping you clarify your intentions for the new year.
• 11:00 AM: Journaling & Guided Meditation
• Reflect on your goals and personal growth through a dedicated journaling session. This is followed by a calming, guided meditation to ground your intentions and create a mindful space for the retreat.
• 12:00 PM: Animal Interactions: Meet and Greet with the Sanctuary Animals
• Experience the healing energy of the sanctuary’s animals. This “meet and greet” allows you to connect with the animals on an emotional and spiritual level, opening up channels for healing and compassion.
• 1:00 PM: Plant-Based, Nutrient-Dense Lunch
• Enjoy a delicious, wholesome lunch designed to fuel both body and mind, featuring plant-based, nutrient-rich meals that promote health and vitality.
• 2:00 PM: Nutrition Lecture: Eating for Health in the New Year
• Learn from Dr. Angel about the principles of holistic nutrition. You’ll discover how to nourish your body in 2025 with foods that boost energy, mental clarity, and overall wellness.
• 3:00 PM: Creating a Personalized Wellness Plan for 2025
• During this interactive workshop, Dr. Angel will help you create a personalized wellness plan that aligns with your goals, lifestyle, and health needs for the coming year.
• Conclusion of Day 1
• For those staying on the property:
• 6:00 PM: Dinner and Conversation by the Pizza Oven
• Relax and enjoy an outdoor dinner with other retreat participants, featuring wood-fired pizza and meaningful conversation. The serene environment offers a perfect space to connect with others and reflect on the day’s experiences.
• Day 2: Aligning Body, Mind, and Spirit
• 10:00 AM: Light Breakfast with Fresh-Squeezed Juice & Ozonated Water
• Start the day with a refreshing breakfast featuring fresh juices and ozonated water to hydrate and energize you for the day ahead.
• 10:30 AM: Morning Meditation, Yoga & Breath Work
• Ease into the morning with a guided meditation, followed by simple yoga and breath work designed to align your body, mind, and spirit. This gentle practice will help you feel centered and ready to embrace the day.
• 11:30 AM: Animal Interactions: Healing through Animal Energy
• Engage in a profound experience of healing by connecting with the sanctuary animals. Dr. Angel will guide you through exercises that tap into the therapeutic energy animals naturally provide, offering a deeper sense of connection and inner peace.
• 1:00 PM: Nutritious Lunch
• Refuel with another delicious, nutrient-packed lunch, prepared to support your holistic health journey.
• 2:00 PM: Sound Healing with Dr. Birdy
• Experience the deeply relaxing and rejuvenating effects of sound healing with special guest Dr. Birdy, a Doctor of Osteopathy and expert in vibrational therapy. Through sound frequencies, you’ll find balance, release tension, and enhance your mental clarity.
• 3:00 PM: Personalized Sound Healing
• Participants will have the opportunity to receive one-on-one sound healing sessions tailored to their specific needs, allowing for deeper healing and transformation.
• 4:00 PM: Closing Circle: Gratitude and Intentions for the Year Ahead
• End the retreat with a powerful closing circle, where participants will share their experiences, express gratitude, and set final intentions for the new year.
• This sacred space allows for reflection, connection, and a sense of community as you move forward with your personalized wellness journey.
• This retreat is a unique opportunity to pause, reflect, and reset your life’s course, guided by Dr. Angel’s holistic wisdom.
• You’ll leave with a renewed sense of purpose, practical tools for living your healthiest life, and the lasting impact of healing animal connections.
• Whether you’re looking to deepen your relationship with yourself, improve your well-being, or learn how to support the health of your animal companions, this retreat will inspire and empower you as you move into 2025.

About this Retreat

Your Guides

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Dr. Angelique Barbara

Dr. Angelique Barbara, commonly called Dr. Angel, is a Doctor of Chiropractic who holds additional degrees in Veterinary Science and Pathobiology (the study of disease). As a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, she has been practicing human chiropractic, bodywork and nutrition since 2011. She is certified in Kinesiology Taping, Activator Technique and is a Reiki Master. In addition to being licensed to work on humans, Dr. Angel also practices animal bodywork and is the founder of Holistic Animal Studies, an online educational program.

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