Golden Hill Retreat Center

12/21/2025

✨💛 The Power of Community This Holiday Season 💛✨

There is something truly magical about coming together—especially during the holidays—to celebrate friendship, connection, love, and mutual support. 💫 This weekend reminded us that community is not just about gathering in one place, but about sharing our hearts, our stories, and our laughter.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the Golden Hill Retreat Center Holiday Expo. Because of you, the space was filled with warmth, joy, and genuine connection. From the incredible vendors and holistic practitioners to the beautiful conversations throughout the day, it was a celebration of what happens when community shows up for one another.

Our community potluck was overflowing with delicious food made with love, and the White Elephant gift exchange brought so many laughs, surprises, and unforgettable moments. 🎁😂 These are the memories that stay with us long after the holidays end.

We are deeply grateful for every smile, every shared dish, every hug, and every moment of togetherness. Thank you for being part of this growing, loving community and for helping create such a special day. 💖

May this season continue to remind us of the power we have when we come together—supporting, uplifting, and celebrating one another. ✨🎄

With much gratitude and love,
✨ Golden Hill Retreat Center ✨

12/20/2025

Come join us today for our holiday market/expo!
🎄✨ Golden Hill Holiday Expo & Community Celebration ✨

Time: EXPO fr 10 AM- 5 PM

✨ Connect with holistic practitioners and local community vendors
✨ Experience healing lounge modalities
✨ Celebrate together with a community potluck & White Elephant gift exchange

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Sign up on arrival at White Lotus Spa & Healing Lounge for Golden Hill Healing Modalities Experiences:
- Tachyon Energy Chamber
- InHarmony Vibroacoustic Sound Lounge
- Lucia Hypnogogic Light Therapy
- Rife Frequency Session
- BrainTap Biophotomodulation

🛍️ Local Vendors & Artisans
🥙 Food & Drinks
🎶 Holiday Music
✨ Unique Gifts & Handcrafted Treasures

Golden Hill Holiday Expo Vendor Roster


Des Noel (Noel Creations)—ceremonial drums, rattles, and art

Jessica Garcia (Chandra Yoga) yoga, sound healing, retreats

Julie Ripper

April Funk (4 Strokes Studio)—Reiki/Medium/Energy Healing/Jewelry/Crystals

Daylyn Harrison

Shantel Ward (Folksy)—western handmade jewelry and make up bags

Jean Dudley (Love & All That IS)— Reiki/ Crystals /Jewerly

Kristin Oaks (Starlight Awakening)—channeled Reiki Healing and card readings

Jacklyn Caskins (Twisted Twigs) shamanic tools and magical items

Ida Missey (Bali Services LLC)—medical massage/reflexology

Michelle Peddicord (Golden Dove Creations)—Resin/Wood/Metal artisan products

Sergio Saenz (Agape Church)—entheogenic sacraments/retreats/ponchos and items from Columbia and Peru

Tashenia Jones (TJs Roots to Remedies)—organic elderberry syrup, fire cider

Sarah Suarez (Bohemian Market)—locally crafted health and wellness products

Danielle Gould (D&J Artisan Market and Gifts)—unique gifts, jewelry, apparel

Stephanie Shockey (Quantum Soul Coaching)

Anthony Alexander—Nature Art & Driftwood /ceremonial healing items

Jason Anderson (House of Essence)—Egyptian Oils

Jacy Metcalf –chair massage

🍲Karuna Diedericks—Ayurvedic practitioner/consultation/food catering ( Karuna will be serving food for purchase in the retreat kitchen )


🌟 After the Market

6 PM:
Join us for a Community Potluck ( Retreat Kitchen)- Bring a favorite dish to share

8 PM: White Elephant Gift Exchange (Meditation Room)
🎁 Bring a wrapped gift ($25 value)

12/20/2025

🎄✨ Golden Hill Holiday Expo & Community Celebration ✨🎄

It will be a warm beautiful sunny day in the 70s and a perfect day to come join us at Golden Hill Holiday Expo and community
Christmas party!

You’re warmly invited to our Community Holiday Expo & Celebration at Golden Hill — a festive gathering filled with connection, healing, and holiday joy.

✨ Connect with holistic practitioners and local community vendors
✨ Experience healing lounge modalities
✨ Celebrate together with a community potluck & White Elephant gift exchange

⸻
Sign up on arrival at White Lotus Spa & Healing Lounge for Golden Hill Healing Modalities Experiences:
- Tachyon Energy Chamber
- InHarmony Vibroacoustic Sound Lounge
- Lucia Hypnogogic Light Therapy
- Rife Frequency Session
- BrainTap Biophotomodulation

🎁 Holiday Expo Festivities

🛍️ Local Vendors & Artisans
🥙 Food & Drinks
🎶 Holiday Music
✨ Unique Gifts & Handcrafted Treasures

Golden Hill Holiday Expo Vendor Roster


Des Noel (Noel Creations)—ceremonial drums, rattles, and art

Jessica Garcia (Chandra Yoga) yoga, sound healing, retreats

Julie Ripper

April Funk (April’s Country Cottage Collections )—Reiki/Medium/Energy Healing/Jewelry/Crystals/ Rustic-Shabby Chic

Daylyn Harrison

Shantel Ward (Folksy)—western handmade jewelry and make up bags

Jean Dudley (Love & All That IS)— Reiki/ Crystals /Jewerly

Kristin Oaks (Starlight Awakening)—channeled Reiki Healing and card readings

Jacklyn Caskins (Twisted Twigs) shamanic tools and magical items

Ida Missey (Bali Services LLC)—medical massage/reflexology

Michelle Peddicord (Golden Dove Creations)—Resin/Wood/Metal artisan products

Sergio Saenz (Agape Church)—entheogenic sacraments/retreats/ponchos and items from Columbia and Peru

Tashenia Jones (TJs Roots to Remedies)—organic elderberry syrup, fire cider

Sarah Suarez (Bohemian Market)—locally crafted health and wellness products

Danielle Gould (D&J Artisan Market and Gifts)—unique gifts, jewelry, apparel

Stephanie Shockey (Quantum Soul Coaching)

Anthony Alexander—Nature Art & Driftwood /ceremonial healing items

Jason Anderson (House of Essence)—Egyptian Oils

Jacy Metcalf –chair massage

🍲Karuna Diedericks—Ayurvedic practitioner/consultation/food catering ( Karuna will be serving food for purchase in the retreat kitchen )


🌟 After the Market

Join us for a Community Potluck & White Elephant Gift Exchange
🎁 Bring a wrapped gift ($25 value)
🍲 Bring a favorite dish to share

⸻

💖 Come feel the holiday magic — where community shines and the season comes alive.

👉 Reserve your spot today:
🔗 https://expo.goldenhillretreat.com/

12/17/2025

🎄✨ Golden Hill Holiday Expo & Community Celebration ✨🎄

You’re warmly invited to our Community Holiday Expo & Celebration at Golden Hill — a festive gathering filled with connection, healing, and holiday joy.

✨ Connect with holistic practitioners and local community vendors
✨ Experience healing lounge modalities
✨ Celebrate together with a community potluck & White Elephant gift exchange

⸻
Sign up on arrival at White Lotus Spa & Healing Lounge for Golden Hill Healing Modalities Experiences:
- Tachyon Energy Chamber
- InHarmony Vibroacoustic Sound Lounge
- Lucia Hypnogogic Light Therapy
- Rife Frequency Session
- BrainTap Biophotomodulation

🛍️ Local Vendors & Artisans
🥙 Food & Drinks
🎶 Holiday Music
✨ Unique Gifts & Handcrafted Treasures

Golden Hill Holiday Expo Vendor Roster


Des Noel (Noel Creations)—ceremonial drums, rattles, and art

Jessica Garcia (Chandra Yoga) yoga, sound healing, retreats

Julie Ripper

April Funk (4 Strokes Studio)—Reiki/Medium/Energy Healing/Jewelry/Crystals

Daylyn Harrison

Shantel Ward (Folksy)—western handmade jewelry and make up bags

Jean Dudley (Love & All That IS)— Reiki/ Crystals /Jewerly

Kristin Oaks (Starlight Awakening)—channeled Reiki Healing and card readings

Jacklyn Caskins (Twisted Twigs) shamanic tools and magical items

Ida Missey (Bali Services LLC)—medical massage/reflexology

Michelle Peddicord (Golden Dove Creations)—Resin/Wood/Metal artisan products

Sergio Saenz (Agape Church)—entheogenic sacraments/retreats/ponchos and items from Columbia and Peru

Tashenia Jones (TJs Roots to Remedies)—organic elderberry syrup, fire cider

Sarah Suarez (Bohemian Market)—locally crafted health and wellness products

Danielle Gould (D&J Artisan Market and Gifts)—unique gifts, jewelry, apparel

Stephanie Shockey (Quantum Soul Coaching)

Anthony Alexander—Nature Art & Driftwood /ceremonial healing items

Jason Anderson (House of Essence)—Egyptian Oils

Jacy Metcalf –chair massage

🍲Karuna Diedericks—Ayurvedic practitioner/consultation/food catering ( Karuna will be serving food for purchase in the retreat kitchen )


🌟 After the Market

Join us for a Community Potluck & White Elephant Gift Exchange
🎁 Bring a wrapped gift ($25 value)
🍲 Bring a favorite dish to share

⸻

💖 Come feel the holiday magic — where community shines and the season comes alive.

👉 Reserve your spot today:
🔗 https://expo.goldenhillretreat.com/

Join us for the Holiday Expo on December 20, 2025 10 AM- 5 PM at Golden Hill Retreat Center.

12/15/2025

✨ Grateful Hearts from Golden Hill Retreat ✨

This past weekend was nothing short of magical, and our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. 💫

A huge thank you to Jessica Garcia and all of our incredible facilitators who held such a loving, grounded, and sacred space throughout the retreat. Your wisdom, presence, and devotion created an environment where true healing could unfold.

From gentle yoga flows, healing breathwork, and vagus nerve practices, to Reiki energy healing, women’s circles, crafting, mantra, and our deeply moving cacao ceremony, every moment was infused with intention and care. Add in time in nature, nourishing meals, and powerful optional healing experiences—and the weekend became a true sanctuary of serenity. ✨

To each and every woman who attended—thank you. Thank you for showing up fully, vulnerably, and courageously. Your openness, laughter, tears, and shared stories made this retreat what it was. Being surrounded by so many beautiful women reminded us just how powerful it is when women gather in truth and love. 💕

At Golden Hill Retreats, our mission is Awakening the Inner Healer, and this weekend was a living reflection of that truth. You remembered your wisdom. You listened to your body. You reclaimed your power.

We are deeply honored to walk alongside you on this journey. Until we gather again—may you carry this peace, connection, and light with you wherever you go. 🌿✨

12/07/2025

🇺🇸 AGAPE’S HEROES FUND
Please help us support this worthy cause :
Supporting Veterans on a Holistic Healing Journey

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HELP OUR HEROES HEAL

Thousands of veterans face PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance-related struggles long after returning home. Many feel unseen, unheard, and unsure where to turn.

Agape Mind Body Soul in Conroe, Texas provides a compassionate path forward through holistic healing, spiritual support, community care, and sacred sacrament ceremonies offered at Agape Church.

Your contribution makes life-changing healing accessible to the warriors who need it most.

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🌿 WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

Evidence-Based Healing for PTSD & Emotional Trauma

Research from leading institutions shows that psychedelic-assisted therapies—when provided safely and responsibly—can help reduce symptoms of:
• PTSD
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Substance misuse
• Emotional disconnection

Veterans in clinical studies often report breakthroughs, renewed purpose, and restored inner peace.

Agape is committed to bringing holistic, heart-centered healing to those who’ve sacrificed for our freedom.

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❤️ YOUR DONATION PROVIDES

✔ Scholarships for veterans in healing programs
✔ Sacred sacrament ceremony access & integration support
✔ Wellness resources, counseling & community connection
✔ Retreat opportunities for deep rest and recovery
✔ A safe, loving environment for long-term transformation

Every dollar helps a hero reclaim hope.

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🙏 JOIN US IN LIFTING OUR VETERANS

Your generosity creates real healing, real change, and real impact.

👉 DONATE TODAY to Agape’s Heroes Fund

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/peer-to-peer/help-them-heal-agape-heroes-foundation-year-end-drive

Together, we can turn struggle into strength—and give our veterans the care they deserve.

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AGAPE MIND BODY SOUL

Conroe, Texas

Holistic • Spiritual & Transformational Healing

https://www.agape4smb.com/

They answered the call. Now it's our turn.Every day, our veterans, first responders, and law enforcement officers face the invisible wounds of service. Many are struggling unnecessarily in silence and far too many are lost to su***de, alcohol & substance abuse. For 5 years, Agape Heroes Foundati...

12/05/2025

✨ SACRED UNION: A COUPLES RE-AWAKENING ✨
Valentine Retreat at Golden Hill Retreat Center
📅 February 13–15, 2026 | Golden Hill, TX

During this 3-day couples immersion, you and your beloved will be held in a supportive, sacred space to:
💞 Rekindle intimacy & emotional connection
🗣️ Strengthen communication with compassion
🧠 Understand each other through Human Design
🤲 Explore healing touch, breathwork & somatic connection
🎶 Relax together in connecting sound baths & coherence technologies

What’s included:
🌹 Private Human Design readings for each partner (pre-retreat)
💘 Couples partnership session + group Human Design workshop
🧘‍♀️ Couples yoga for softness, presence & play
🤲 Healing Touch workshop for mindful, heart-led touch
🎶 Sound bath & guided meditations for co-regulation
🔥 Fire & cacao ceremony + “adult play” neuroscience session
💫 Three healing tech sessions (choose from Tachyon Chamber, Lucia Light, vibroacoustics, BrainTap, Rife, massage & more)
🥗 All vegetarian meals + snacks, herbal teas & fruit
🍷 Special romantic Valentine’s Dinner (fish, chicken or vegetarian options)
🛏️ 3 days / 2 nights in a cozy private suite (option to upgrade to private bath)

Investment: $1,740 per couple
Includes lodging, all meals, 3 healing-tech sessions & all group offerings.
🔒 $500 deposit holds your suite
(Additional payments due Jan 12 & Feb 13, 2026)

This retreat is for couples ready to begin a new intentional chapter—with more tenderness, honesty, playfulness, and “we-ness.”

Led by:
🩺 Dr. Nelson Valena – Physician, integrative healer & founder of Golden Hill Retreat Center

🌀 Kaisie Dailey – Human Design for aligned connection
Founder of Human Design Houston

🌺 Jessica Garcia – Yoga, healing touch & sound
Founder of Chandra Yoga

If your heart is whispering yes…
See the link below
“SACRED UNION” for details & registration

http://Valentine.goldenhillretreat.com