Manifest Your Authentic Career and Life Path

Name: Manifest Your Authentic Career and Life Path
Start: 2025-09-19
End: 2025-09-21
Location: Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing
Rating: 5

5.0013 reviews

191 Cragsmoor Road, Cragsmoor, New York 12566, USA

September 19 - 21, 2025

Retreat Highlights

Intimate setting with personal access to the teacher
Interactive sessions with question and answer periods
Shamatha and guided meditations
Delicious all-vegetarian meals with locally sourced ingredients
Option to extend stay on Personal Retreat
Extensive library of dharma books
Expansive wooded grounds with beautiful paths, flora and fauna

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Amanda

Details of this retreat

A Transformational Retreat for Professionals & Entrepreneurs
RETREAT BY INVITED PRESENTER
Are you craving a career pivot that feels truly aligned? Are you an entrepreneur who wants to build with more joy, ease, and authenticity—without burnout? Join us for this powerful retreat designed to help you break free from misaligned work, redefine success on your own terms, and step into your most expansive, fulfilling path.
"Working with Amanda during a retreat at Dharmakaya was a truly wonderful experience. She created a safe and caring environment where we could learn from her and each other. I left refreshed, inspired, and hopeful for what’s ahead. It’s an experience I’ll always cherish."

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Through a group of practices, this immersive retreat will enable you to crystalize your purpose and uncover work that feels deeply aligned. Blending tactical, research-backed coaching with somatic practices and nervous system regulation to dissolve fear and increase clarity, Amanda will help you tap into your body’s wisdom to make decisions with confidence. You'll engage in guided journaling and visioning exercises to map your next career or business move, and nature, movement, breathwork, and meditation to integrate mind, body and spirit. Sessions include:

Clarity: Learn how to uncover your soul’s true longings in a systematic, practical way. Understand what a “soul ping” feels like, and how to self-reflect more purposefully. Through Q&A we’ll break down limiting beliefs and begin the process of vision-questing the next phase of your life.
Alignment: Get out of your own way! Identify the practices, habits, and beliefs that are holding you back from manifesting your dream life. Learn how to “start small” while dreaming big and what to do when setbacks arise. Amanda will present tangible examples & case studies as well as inspiration from shamanic and spiritual doctrines.
Group Discussion on Resilience & Hope: Everyone goes through tough times, but hardship can be a catalyst for growth and expansion—rather than something that holds us back. Amanda will start this open-hearted discussion with a dharma talk, then we’ll dive into our personal stories to uplift and inspire one another.
Release: Use this powerful ritual to shed old stories and old versions of self as you step into your new era of aligned confidence.
Embodiment: What does it mean to embody the highest manifestation of your true self? This inspiring and heart-opening discussion will remind you of the divine support that is available to you at all times and help you reconnect to your own spiritual practices. We’ll discuss how many “regular folks" have achieved their wildest dreams by harnessing the tools and tips Amanda teaches.
Trail Walk: All fitness levels will enjoy this light hike through the trails connecting to the Dharmakaya campus. Chat with your retreat-mates, attune with nature, and move your body as we drop into the weekend together.

Expect breakthroughs, deep clarity, and renewed enthusiasm for creating a life that feels authentically yours.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Intimate setting with personal access to the teacher
Interactive sessions with question and answer periods
Shamatha and guided meditations
Delicious all-vegetarian meals with locally sourced ingredients
Option to extend stay on Personal Retreat
Extensive library of dharma books
Expansive wooded grounds with beautiful paths, flora and fauna

OPEN TO ALL
This retreat is for professionals ready for a career shift and entrepreneurs who want to build with ease, flow, and joy.

SCHEDULE
(subject to change)

Friday, September 19

3:00 PM
Check in begins

5:15-6:00 PM
Introductions and Mingling

6:00-7:00 PM
Dinner

7:15-8:15 PM
Opening Circle and Intention Setting

8:15-8:45 PM
Sound Bath with Jess Caplan

Saturday, September 20

7:30-8:00 AM
Morning Meditation (optional)

8:00-8:45 AM
Breakfast

8:45-10:15 AM
Trail Walk

10:45 AM -12:15 PM
Group Wisdom Session One: CLARITY

12:15-1:15PM
Lunch

1:45-3:15 PM
Group Wisdom Session Two: ALIGNMENT

3:15-4:00 PM
Yin Yoga Session

4:00-6:00 PM
Free time to nap, journal, or socialize

6:00-7:00 PM
Dinner

7:15-8:30 PM
Group Discussion on Resilience and Hope

8:30 PM
Fall Equinox Bonfire (weather permitting) and RELEASE session

Sunday, September 21

7:30-8:00 AM
Morning Meditation (optional)

8:00-8:45 AM
Breakfast

9:00-10:15 AM
Group Wisdom Session Three: EMBODIMENT

10:15-11:15 AM
Guided Journaling – Crafting your 5 Year Vision

11:5 AM-12:00 PM
Closing Circle & Audacious Asks

12:00-1:00 PM
Lunch

1:00 PM
Checkout and Departure

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Schedule

7:30-8:00 AM: Morning Mediation and Salutations
8:00-9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM-12:00 PM: Program or free time
12:00-1:00 PM: Lunch
1:00-6:00 PM: Program or free time
6:00-7:00 PM: Dinner
10:00 PM Lights Out

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing, 191 Cragsmoor Road, Cragsmoor, New York 12566, USA

Directions

CAR. You will find a link for driving directions on our website. The parking lot is immediately to your left when you enter the Center grounds. You may drive up and drop your luggage at the Welcome Center, but may not leave your car unattended there; someone will be happy to shuttle you back down to the parking lot.

TRAIN. From Newark, La Guardia and Penn Station, you can take the Metro North train into Middletown, New York, approximately a 30-minute drive from the Center. For teachings, retreats and other special events, we will provide van service at set times. Otherwise, please take a taxi from the train station to the Center.

BUS. From New York City, you can take the Shortline Bus into Ellenville, New York, approximately a 15-minute drive from the Center. For teachings, retreats and other special events, we will provide van service at set times. Otherwise, please take a taxi from the train station to the Center.

PLANE. Newark, La Guardia and Stewart Airports all offer convenient services. From Newark or LaGuardia you can complete your trip by train; from Stewart you may rent a car or take a taxi service. Read More

Accommodation

Our two residence halls offer a simple, peaceful environment that supports your retreat experience, with rooms for those on both personal and solitary retreats. Each room has a meditation cushion and zabuton. Rates include breakfast, lunch and dinner with the resident community, as well as towels and housekeeping. All guests are welcome, but not required, to join the daily meditation and other activities (although separate tickets are required for all ticketed events). • Our junior suites have a double bed, private bath, private terrace, a refrigerator and ample room for practice. • Our private rooms have a double bed and room for private meditation, with a shared bath. Rooms may be shared by those in a committed relationship.

Commuter

Our Commuter Fee covers the costs of all meals during your retreat and the use of all our facilities. Read More

Private Room: Single

This comfortable room has a double bed and ample room for meditation. It is outfitted with a desk and small table suitable for a meditation object; it shares a bath with one or two other rooms. All rooms are furnished with linens, pillows, blankets, coverlets, and towels, as well as a meditation cushion and zabuton. The room rate includes three delicious vegetarian meals each day; in addition, there is a tea station on every hall. Read More

Private Room: Couple

This registration fee is for two people. This comfortable room has one double bed, and may be shared by couples in a committed relationship. With ample room for meditation, it features a desk and small table suitable for a meditation object. All rooms are furnished with linens, pillows, blankets, coverlets, and towels, as well as a meditation cushion and zabuton. The room shares a bath with one or two other rooms. Room rates include three delicious vegetarian meals each day (6 total meals for a couple room); there is also a tea station on each hall. Read More

Junior Suite: Single

These large rooms have one double bed, a private bath, private terrace, a refrigerator and ample room for practice. Each room has a small table suitable for a meditation object and a meditation cushion and zabaton, as well as a desk and an armoire. Room rates include three delicious vegetarian meals each day; there is also an in-room tea station. Read More

Junior Suite: Couple

This reservation fee is for two people and includes three delicious vegetarian meals each day (6 total for a couple). This large room has one double bed, which may be shared by couples in a committed relationship. In addition, it has a private bath, private terrace, a refrigerator and ample room for practice. Each room has a small table suitable for a meditation object and a meditation cushion and zabaton, as well as a desk and an armoire. Read More

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

Perched atop a wooded hillside in the hamlet of Cragsmoor, the Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing is surrounded by 90 acres of forest. The Center opened in 2017 and was purpose built to support retreats. With only 20 bedrooms, our retreats are small, keeping the retreat experience intimate. People regularly comment both on the cleanliness of the buildings and on the total sense of peace that envelopes you when on campus. Read More

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Ancient wisdom describes food as a source of prana, or life force. The Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing was founded on the premise that nourishing food is integral to wellbeing. Our chefs are passionate about creating meals that are both flavorful and healthy. We use the freshest, most nutritious, least processed foods available; when possible our ingredients are organic and locally sourced. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in your accommodation fee. To promote good health, we serve delicious, varied, nutritious vegetarian food, with options at every meal. All our meals are served on a buffet, with ingredients listed next to each dish, enabling guests to avoid dairy, as well as glutens, nuts and other allergens. Read More

What's Included

Comfortable accommodations with queen bed in every room
All linens
Three delicious, farm-fresh vegetarian meals a day
Tea station and fruit bowl always available
Large Meditation Hall and private Meditation Room
Extensive library of dharma books
Cozy chairs and fireplace
90-acre campus with walking trails and outdoor meditation spots
Fire pit
Outdoor practice pavilion

What's Not Included

Travel to the Center

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Catherine • Dec 14, 2024

5.0

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My retreat was great met alot of interesting people from everywhere as far as Brazil and China most people were from New Jersey. The food was great. I was in the yoga class on a chair and then decided I wanted to sit on the mat i miss and landed on the floor. There was so many people that just jumped out to help me. The place is very peaceful it feels like one big family. Catherine Asaro Read More

Laura • Feb 01, 2023

5.0

Verified

Peace in a comfortable environment

From the moment I arrived I was impressed with how peaceful and immaculate the entire facility is. The rooms had exactly what I needed with a comfortable bed and pillows, meditation table and cushions, and a desk. Towels were provided as well. Vegetarian meals were delicious. I was able to immerse myself in the silent meditation retreat and focus on deepening my practice. This is a perfect place for me and I’m already planning my next retreat. Read More

Anonymous • May 18, 2022

5.0

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Beautiful spot

Dharmakaya Center is a beautiful & peaceful spot. Highly recommend! The center is immaculate and well maintained. Great staff and facilities. Read More

YELENA • Nov 10, 2021

5.0

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Amazing place Amazing experience

If you are looking for a place to unwind and grow spiritually while eating the best food this place is for you. Brand-new beautiful facility, super friendly stuff and relaxing atmosphere - I don’t know the better way to spend a weekend. I enjoyed my stay and I’m coming back! Read More

Debra • Sep 03, 2021

5.0

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fantastic experience

I was in a wonderful art work shop and it was amazing. Accommodations where beautiful. Food was delicious and fantastic.
Beautiful grounds lovely walking experience. . The staff was delightful. Read More

Manifest Your Authentic Career and Life Path

Retreat Highlights

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Amanda Baudier

Details of this retreat

Schedule

Getting Here

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