Crafting the Inner Child Doll

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Haliksai, SM Haliksai, 63729 Las Lomas, Nayarit, Mexico
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Up to 8 in group
Date
March 7 - 8, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • A two-day weekend retreat in a secluded jungle sanctuary
  • Guided Inner Child doll-making as a creative, embodied ritual
  • Gentle reparenting practices and guided inner dialogue
  • Somatic and mindfulness practices to anchor inner safety
  • Small, intimate group for depth, presence, and care
  • All materials provided - no artistic experience required
  • Nourishing vegetarian meals, snacks, and herbal teas
  • Time for rest, reflection, and integration in nature

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Becoming the Adult Who Stays: Crafting the Inner Child Doll

A weekend creative retreat inviting you into a slow, embodied reconnection with your Inner Child and the practice of conscious reparenting through doll-making, meditation, and guided inner dialogue.

About retreat

We often know our stories and understand our wounds intellectually, yet our nervous systems remain stuck in old patterns of survival. "Talking" is no longer enough to reach the deep layers of the heart. Join us at Haliksai Sanctuary, a private jungle oasis in Nayarit, for a profound immersion into the sacred craft of doll-making and somatic healing.

This retreat is a dedicated space to stop "fixing" yourself and start witnessing yourself. Through the ancient medicine of hand-crafting a physical vessel for your Inner Child, you will move healing from the mind into the hands, creating a tangible anchor for the adult you always needed.

The Core Pillars of Our Journey:

Sacred Doll-Making: This is not an art class, but a ritual of giving form to the unseen. From choosing the "Heart" to the final stitch, you will bypass your intellectual defenses to reach the heart's deepest memory.

Embodied Reparenting: Through guided somatic and mindfulness practices, we inhabit the “Adult Anchor.” You will learn to “breathe for two,” offering the warmth and protection your Inner Child has waited decades to receive.

Somatic Immersion: We use deep meditation and body-awareness to ground your nervous system, ensuring the day's insights become a lived, physical experience rather than just another thought.

The Bridge to Reality: You will leave the jungle not only with a physical doll but with specific rituals to sustain this inner dialogue and connection in your daily life.

Is This For You?

This sanctuary is for the high-functioning adults - the "strong," the "reliable," the "accommodating" - who feel a quiet disconnection within.

No artistic experience is required; we provide all premium materials from all over the world, a soul-warming farm-to-table food, and a safe, intimate space for your transformation.

This is not psychotherapy and does not involve plant medicine or altered states. The work is grounded, embodied, and fully sober.

Schedule

Arrival and settling into Haliksai Sanctuary
Opening circle: welcome, introductions, and intention setting
Guided sharing circle: transitions, purpose, and personal reflection
Introduction to inner child work and doll-making as a reparenting practice
Guided meditation to meet the inner child and establish a sense of inner safety
Intuitive selection of materials and creating the doll’s “heart”
Slow, guided doll-making process with breaks and personal pacing
Guided inner dialogue and meditation with the completed doll
Grounding and gentle integration practices
Closing circle: sharing, reflection, and completion of the day
Vegetarian dinner
Free time for rest, nature, and personal integration
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon HALIKSAI, Haliksai, SM Haliksai, 63729 Las Lomas, Nayarit, Mexico

Directions

Haliksai Sanctuary is located in the quiet hills of Las Lomas, providing a sense of seclusion while remaining close to the coast:

Location: 1 hour from Puerto Vallarta airport, 20 minutes from Sayulita, and 10 minutes from San Pancho or Lo de Marcos.

The Path: After entering Las Lomas, follow the main road for 2km. A right turn onto Calle Paramo will lead you to the sanctuary entrance.

Surroundings: The sanctuary is within walking distance of a secluded, pristine beach, known for its natural therapeutic clay and peaceful atmosphere.

Accommodation

Stay in harmony with the environment in our consciously designed spaces: Bungalows & Glamping: Open-air structures that allow the jungle breeze to flow through while providing a cozy, private nest. Immersive Comfort: Minimalist decor and comfortable bedding, ensuring a restful night surrounded by the sounds of the living forest.

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Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
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Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
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Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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Haliksai is a private jungle sanctuary in Nayarit, designed for deep soul-resourcing and reconnection with nature.

Facilities: Features an open-air Yoga Shala, a traditional Temazcal, and a communal fire pit for evening integration.

Amenities: Fully equipped shared kitchen for communal meals.

The Setting: Nestled in abundant subtropical jungle, just a short distance from a secluded, pristine beach.

Spirit: A high-vibration "vortex" where intentional design meets the raw beauty of the wild.

Meals

Menu

Menu Types

Vegan and Vegetarian

What's Included

  • 2 days / 1 night accommodation at Haliksai Sanctuary
  • All doll-making materials and creative supplies
  • Guided Inner Child doll-making process
  • Meditation, somatic, and mindfulness practices
  • Guided inner dialogue and gentle reparenting practices
  • Small group setting with personalized attention
  • Time for rest, reflection, and integration in nature
  • Nourishing vegetarian meals (lunch, dinner, and breakfast)
  • Healthy snacks, fruits, and herbal teas throughout the retreat
  • Round-trip transportation from Sayulita to Lo de Marcos

What's Not Included

  • Optional temazcal ceremony available at an additional cost.
  • Transportation is provided from from Sayulita to Lo de Marcos only; travel from other locations is not included.

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