Last week, we gathered in the serene beauty of the Catskills for an unforgettable experience: the Upstate Retreat with renowned psychotherapist and boundary expert Terri Cole, alongside NUSHU founder Vanessa Cornell. This retreat was a powerful and transformative journey designed for high-functioning women ready to step into greater freedom, flow, and purpose. Over the course […]

Our team member, Cat, invites you to discover the vibrant spirit of Madrid through her thoughtfully crafted guide. She shares her favorite hidden gems, cultural hotspots, and must-visit places that showcase the city’s rich history and dynamic energy. I fell in love with Madrid when I lived there for a year back in 2019, and […]

In our fast-paced world, finding ways to slow down and reconnect with ourselves is more important than ever. There’s a reason we include a journal in every retreat gift bag—it’s a meaningful tool to support your journey of connection and self-discovery! But even beyond retreats, a journaling practice offers countless benefits, from fostering self-reflection and […]

The idea of a retreat often conjures images of week-long trips to faraway destinations and elaborate plans. But what if you could create a rejuvenating retreat experience right at home? An at-home retreat offers a unique opportunity to recharge, reconnect, and refresh without the complexities or commitments of travel – giving you the freedom to […]

Our founder, Vanessa Cornell, invites you to experience the magic of Nosara, Costa Rica, through her carefully curated guide. She shares her favorite hidden gems, wellness spots, and must-visit eateries that capture the essence of this vibrant town. I return to Nosara again and again. It was the first destination surf trip I ever took […]

Something is shifting. More and more women are stepping into the freedom of solo travel. This isn’t about running away from responsibilities or chasing a perfect snapshot for social media. It’s about something deeper—reconnecting with yourself, rediscovering your independence, and stepping outside the patterns of daily life that can leave us feeling stuck. Recent studies […]

A few weeks ago, the serene beaches and lush landscapes of Nosara, Costa Rica, became the perfect backdrop for this year’s Mastermind Retreat. With 11 heart-centered women coming together, it was a week filled with love, laughter, and connection in ways we could have only imagined. This retreat wasn’t just an escape; it was a […]

Sofia Estrella, a writer and Certified NUSHU Group Facilitator, shares her transformative experience at the 2024 NUSHU Surf Retreat in the final part of her four-part guest blog series. Fatigued from three days of surfing but still wanting to learn more, towards the end of our retreat in Costa Rica, I began extending my breaks […]

Sofia Estrella, a writer and Certified NUSHU Group Facilitator, shares her transformative experience at the 2024 NUSHU Surf Retreat in the third part of her four-part guest blog series. My love of learning also encompasses sometimes (okay, most times) being an obsessively high achiever. Standing up on a surfboard was an enormous accomplishment for a […]

Sofia Estrella, a writer and Certified NUSHU Group Facilitator, shares her transformative experience at the 2024 NUSHU Surf Retreat in the second part of her four-part guest blog series.   The plan was to boogie board. As a teacher with chronic pain, I learned to manage fear with meticulous scaffolding. When my doctor cleared me […]

Sofia Estrella, a writer and Certified NUSHU Group Facilitator, shares her transformative experience at the 2024 NUSHU Surf Retreat in part one of her four-part guest blog series. Years ago, when I learned that I could only love others to the degree I loved myself, I also uncovered fear. I alone knew how truly insignificant […]

This April, we traveled to Nosara, Costa Rica, for our annual Surf Retreat with 25 incredible women. It’s by far one of our favorite offerings because no one comes out of the week unchanged. In just seven days, 25 women gathered for a week of surf, sun, and sisterhood. Masks were shed, vulnerabilities were embraced, […]

In February 2024, we traveled to Big Indian, New York for a special retreat in partnership with Ally Bogard. Each year, we plan our Upstate Retreat in the winter, as it’s the perfect time to rest and turn inward. The season lends itself to restoration and quiet contemplation. There was no better place to do […]

Last week marked a momentous occasion as the second annual NUSHU Mastermind Retreat unfolded in the picturesque setting of Stone Ridge, New York. A dynamic group of 18 thought leaders, entrepreneurs, founders, and practitioners, all of whom share a commitment to making a positive impact, graced the retreat with their presence. The essence of this […]

Sofia Estrella is a writer and Certified NUSHU Group Facilitator. Here, Sofia shares her story how she began to develop self-trust through writing, community, and the power of NUSHU Group. When I look at these two photos side-by-side, I think of the Robert Frost poem. You know the one, especially since we’ve all had moments […]

How to Boost Your Confidence The Number One Pep Talk To Give Yourself Everyday A guest blog post written by Success Coach, Angel Marie I’m scared. Nobody’s going to care about what I have to say. I’m not wise enough yet. I care too much what other people think. I’ll never make it. Is it […]

In April 2023, we traveled to Stone Ridge, New York for our Upstate Retreat in partnership with Erika Bloom. Together, we adventured both inside and out, exploring the nature of the beautiful Hudson Valley, as well as our own inner landscapes.     “How do I feel? What do I need?” ⁠⁠These two questions were […]

Certified NUSHU Group Facilitator and Founder of Well Refined, Courtney Evans, joined the NUSHU Surf Retreat in February 2023. What follows is her beautiful retelling of the time spent on retreat: “I spent last week in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica on a women’s surf retreat with NUSHU, a wellness collective I facilitate sharing circles for. I […]

In February 2023, we traveled to Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, for the NUSHU Surf Retreat. Our retreat aimed to combine adventure, fun, and sisterhood in a safe and nurturing environment. What transpired during our time there was nothing short of magic.   In just seven days, 17 women (many of whom were strangers) gathered together […]

Whitney Sweeney, Life Coach & Certified NUSHU Group Facilitator German tutor turned life coach and Certified NUSHU Group Facilitator Whitney Sweeney shares how she rediscovered herself during a challenging period in her life and built an unexpected community of lifelong friends through NUSHU. “Someone in my NUSHU Group said to me the other day, ‘Where […]