Awaken to Your True Self & Deep Presence in Sedona
A Meditation + Writing Retreat
May 14 – 17, 2026
Sedona, Arizona, United States
Slow down the scattered pace of the everyday life of the ego’s world and rediscover your true creative voice by going inward: guided meditations, experiential practices, and reflective journaling sessions designed to deepen your presence and strengthen your intuition.
Join Lindsay R.A. Dierking for this restorative four-day meditation and writing retreat where we’ll come together amidst Sedona’s red rock beauty, where you'll reconnect with your inner wisdom, open to your most authentic expression, and deepen your presence with the Divine.
What Awaits You
Slow down the scattered pace of everyday life and rediscover your true self through guided meditations, experiential practices, and reflective journaling sessions designed to deepen your presence and strengthen your intuition.
Engage in daily meditation sessions, mindful writing labs, and embodied awareness practices that help you move beyond fear and resistance into a sustained sense of clarity and creative flow of presence.
Learn how to strengthen your communication and connection with your true self, the Divine, and your Spirit Guides & Teachers.
Experience the balance of connection and stillness — gathering with a small, supportive community of seekers while honoring quiet spaces for retreat reflection, nature walks, and personal journaling.
Retreat Highlights
Guided Meditations & Grounding in Nature
Begin and close each day with guided presence practices and intention setting amidst Nature. Daily meditations designed to quiet mental noise, deepen awareness, and anchor you in the field beneath thought.
Mindful Writing & Intuitive Sessions
Deepen your awareness with who you truly are through writing and journaling with awareness — releasing blocks, reigniting passion, and strengthening your voice. Move between stillness and expression with sessions that integrate breath, awareness, and writing.
Reflection & Integration Time
Unstructured time to write, rest, hike, explore the red rocks, or simply be — allowing insights to land and your inner field to deepen.
SEDONA, ARIZONA
Sedona, Arizona — a place of breathtaking beauty and quiet power, where the land invites reflection and uplift. Surrounded by iconic red rock formations, vibrant skies, and peaceful desert expanses, you’ll be held in an environment uniquely suited for deep inward work and inspired writing.
Surrounded by ancient red rock formations and vast desert skies, Sedona is known for its powerful energetic landscape and deep sense of stillness. This environment naturally supports creative clarity, emotional release, intuitive access, and inner listening. You’ll feel held — by the land, the silence, and the shared intention of the group.
Each day in the iconic red rocks of Sedona blends meditation, mindful inquiry, and writing in ways that naturally help you shed self-judgment, open into presence, and bring forward a fuller and deeper expression of yourself in connection with the Divine that is more in alignment with your truth.
LODGING
Sedona is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and sought-after destinations in the Southwest, known for its iconic red rock landscapes, powerful vortex sites, abundant hiking trails, thriving arts scene, and deeply spiritual atmosphere. Many people feel drawn here not just for vacation, but for reflection, renewal, and connection with nature.
Since May is high-travel season, we encourage retreat participants to book their accommodations as early as possible: by March 1, 2026 or earlier is recommended.
Lodging costs are paid separately and are not included in your retreat tuition. Our goal is to help you create a stay that feels grounded, nourishing, and aligned so that your time in Sedona supports both your inner work and your overall experience of the retreat. To support you, this section will be continuously updated with curated lodging recommendations that align with the retreat’s rhythm — including serene hotels, boutique inns, nearby neighborhoods, and alternative stays that prioritize rest, beauty, and simplicity.
We strongly recommend that retreat participants book their accommodations as early as possible due to May being the peak season in Sedona. Lodging in Sedona can be limited and will sell out. Please be sure to review any room cancellation penalties at the time of booking. We strongly recommend booking by March 1, 2026, or sooner.
For those who would like to find a roommate, please email us at books@theawakenedpress.com and we can link you to other participants who are looking for a room share.
Recommendations:
ENCHANTMENT RESORT – Book Here
Boynton Canyon
A secluded, high-end resort tucked directly into one of Sedona’s most sacred canyons. Enchantment is known for its deep quiet, expansive red rock views, and grounding atmosphere. The property is intentionally designed to support rest, reflection, and nervous system regulation, with nature trails woven throughout the land.
A SUNSET CHATEAU – Book Here
West Sedona
A peaceful boutique inn perched above Sedona with panoramic red rock views. Family-owned and intentionally calm, this property is popular with retreat-goers, artists, and solo travelers seeking beauty without excess. The atmosphere is warm, grounded, and welcoming.
LOS ABRIGADOS – Book Here
A spacious resort set on 22 acres along Oak Creek, this property offers a peaceful, green environment with walking paths and lush landscaping right in Sedona’s heart — perfect for grounding after long travel days. The resort features a full-service spa, fitness center, outdoor pool, hot tub, and on-site dining options, giving guests opportunities to rest, move, and integrate their retreat experience without needing to leave the property. It’s also conveniently connected to nearby Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village and Uptown Sedona dining and shopping on foot.
Airbnb is always your wisest option if you do not prefer a hotel.
DINING, MEALS, & NOURISHMENT
During the retreat, we’ll gather for community lunches designed to support connection, grounded conversation, and spacious integration between sessions. These shared meals offer a gentle rhythm to the day — a time to nourish the body while deepening relationships within the retreat container.
Community lunches are included for the designated retreat days. Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available.
As part of the retreat experience, we will gather for one special community dinner with the full group. This shared evening meal is an invitation to connect more deeply, celebrate the journey we’re in together, and enjoy conscious conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Beyond our community lunches and dinner gatherings, Sedona is an exceptional destination for dining, offering a wide range of culinary experiences to suit every mood and rhythm. From upscale, view-focused fine dining to casual cafés, food trucks, and vibrant Southwest-inspired restaurants, the local food scene emphasizes fresh ingredients, regional flavors, and breathtaking red rock backdrops. Reservations are often recommended for popular restaurants, especially during the May peak season.
Breakfast and other meals are intentionally left open to honor personal rhythms and reflection. Guests are invited to explore Sedona’s many restaurants and cafés, or enjoy quiet meals on their own as part of the retreat experience. Recommendations will be provided to all retreat participants for nearby dining options that align with the retreat’s relaxed, nourishing atmosphere.
SCHEDULE
Thursday, May 14: COMING HOME
8:00pm – Opening Ceremony & Meditation, Group Reading and Satsang
Friday, May 15: ATTUNING TO THE FIELD WITHIN
10:30am – Guided Meditation, Satsang, Q&A
12:00pm – 2:00pm – Community Lunch
2:00pm – Red Rock Nature Excursion: Communing with Mother Earth, Listening to the Land, Integration Walk
7:00pm – Community Dinner Gathering
Saturday, May 16: ENERGETIC & SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT
10:30am – Guided Meditation, Satsang, Q&A
12:00pm – 2:00pm – Community Lunch
2:00pm – Seeing Clearly: A Jerome, Arizona Discernment Journey
8:00pm – Evening Sound Bath
Sunday, May 17: CARRYING THE FIELD FORWARD
10:30am – Closing Ceremony & Meditation, Group Reading and Satsang
12:00pm – 2:00pm – Community Lunch
Spaces are limited. Reserve your place today before the retreat sells out.
Travel
Sedona, Arizona is a breathtaking desert town set among iconic red rock formations, known for its hiking, art galleries, vortex sites, and outdoor recreation. It sits at an elevation of about 4,500 feet in the scenic high desert of northern Arizona.
Nearby International Airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) — The closest major international airport to Sedona, located approximately 113–120 miles (about 2 hours) south of town. It is served by all major airlines and offers extensive domestic and international flight options.
AIRPORT SHUTTLE & RENTAL CARS
Most visitors choose to rent a car at the Phoenix airport, as Sedona’s attractions — scenic overlooks, trailheads, restaurants, and galleries — are spread out and not easily accessed without a vehicle. We highly recommend having access to a car, as public transportation is not easily accessible. For local movement within Sedona, rideshare apps and taxis are available, but can be limited.
Shuttle services run scheduled trips between Phoenix Sky Harbor and Sedona and can drop you at or near your hotel — reservations are strongly recommended in advance.
PARKING
Parking in popular scenic areas and trailheads can fill quickly, especially in spring and fall — arriving early or using in-town free shuttle services helps avoid congestion. (More curated activity options and recommendations will be provided to retreat participants.)
ACTIVITIES
Sedona offers a wide range of experiences beyond retreat sessions, including:
Majestic scenic drives and hikes around Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and many red rock trails.
Art galleries, studios, and the charming Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village.
Outdoor adventures like Jeep tours, vortex sites, and Oak Creek Canyon exploration.
(More curated activity options and recommendations will be provided to retreat participants.)
REGISTER TODAY
Awaken to Your True Self & Deep Presence in Sedona
A Meditation + Writing Retreat
$1,111.00 USD
Registration fee covers retreat tuition only. Lodging is reserved and paid separately.
Cancellation Policy & Media Release
Please note that this event may be recorded in both audio and video formats. The recordings may be used by Trinity Zero LLC for the creation of future products. By purchasing, attending, and participating in this event, you acknowledge that Trinity Zero LLC is permitted to broadcast, record, and publish your name, likeness, voice, and statement(s). These recordings are owned solely by Trinity Zero LLC.
Event tickets are refundable until February 14, 2026, less a $250 USD cancellation fee per person.
Tickets are 50% refundable when made between February 15 – April 13, 2026, or the option to transfer tuition to a future retrat (within 12 months).
On or after April 14, 2026, cancellation requests and refund requests will not be accepted except in cases of medical emergency, with proper documentation. There will also be a cancellation fee of up to 20% of your registration fee.
PLEASE NOTE: We strongly recommend booking your accommodations by March 1, 2026. Please be sure to review the room cancellation penalties at the time of booking.