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Our mission is to create meaningful experiences that help people move, reflect, restore, and reconnect — mind, body, and spirit — so they can return home rooted in truth, growing in grace, and living with greater purpose.

 

Rooted in Truth. Growing in Grace. Living on Purpose.

Retreats on the Horizon

Retreat experiences designed to nourish the mind, body, and spirit. Details and registration information coming soon.

 

Rooted & Renewed
Four days at Squam Lake, NH. Yoga, guided writing, nature, breathwork, and the kind of stillness that actually restores you.

 

Watered & Whole

A sober-curious retreat for women exploring clarity, connection, and a different kind of celebration.

 

Pruned & Purposed

A devotional experience for those navigating grief, transition, or the quiet question of what now?

 

Decoded
A half-day workshop, diving into gut health, the mind-body connection, and practical tools for whole-person wellness.

Open to all.

Decoded Weekend Immersive

A deeper weekend experience built around the Decode Method, combining education, reflection, wellness practices, and a personalized 4-week action plan designed to help you begin creating meaningful change.
Optional 12-week coaching support available for those who want ongoing guidance and accountability.

​Open to all.

 

Solo on Purpose
A travel retreat for women ready to experience the world on their own terms — and find out what they're made of.

Be the First to Know

Spaces are intimate by design and expected to fill up quickly. Join the early access list and hear from us first.

Which retreat interest you most?

Meet Your Retreat Hosts

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Jackie Frary 

Founder, Forward ThinKer Wellness
Author • Wellness Educator • Retreat Facilitator

Through guided reflection, journaling, faith-centered growth, and whole-person wellness, she helps women reconnect with purpose, healing, and possibility.

 

Jackie is the author of The Internal Fungus Among Us and the From Soil to Soul Devotional Series, including Rooted & Renewed and Watered & Whole, and creator of the Decoded wellness workshops.

 

Through retreats, workshops, and educational experiences, she creates meaningful opportunities for reflection, healing, and growth.

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Jackie Dufresne

Founder, Rooted Strength Yoga

Yoga & Pilates Instructor • Wellness Advocate

Jackie brings a unique blend of mindful movement, strength, and genuine warmth to every retreat experience. A real estate professional with 27 years of building trust and community, Jackie discovered her deep passion for yoga, Pilates, and wellness and has channeled that same dedication into creating spaces where people feel safe, supported, and seen.

Through movement, breath, and mindful living, Jackie guides others toward greater confidence, balance, and well-being. She creates welcoming spaces where participants can slow down, restore balance, and reconnect with who they truly are.

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From Soil to Soul™ Devotional Series

Watered & Whole
Leadership Companion

A Deeper Journey. Together.

Designed to walk alongside the Watered & Whole Devotional, this 12-week Study Guide & Leader Companion equips leaders, groups, couples, and individuals to grow together through Scripture, reflection, and whole-body renewal.

Complete weekly session plans include icebreakers, teaching points, discussion questions, activities, prayer prompts, and blessings—giving you everything needed to lead with confidence.

No previous group-leadership experience required.

Coming Soon

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Pruned & Purposed
Winter 2026

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