Time Away
A 3 Retreat Day Series to Come Home To Yourself

March 15, May 10, July 19 from 11AM – 6PM
Northern California

In a world where we’re pulled in a million directions – Time Away invites you to step back. Slow down. Focus.

You might be doing ‘all the things’ to gain clarity- journaling, meditating, seeking counsel, making (and remaking) to-do lists, setting goals etc, but still the clarity and momentum aren’t happening.

In Time Away, we clear the decks and focus on the challenges and opportunities at hand – for a full day. There’s a magic that happens when we step away from the daily grind, put our phones down, change our environment and focus inward. Most people make more progress in a day than they had in the last six months when they give themselves the time. 

To truly connect back to ourselves and what it is we want, and to fully embody the fullest versions of ourselves, we need to devote ourselves. This work doesn’t happen during a half hour calendar block. What’s true for you reveals itself in the quieter moments. This is what Time Away offers.

Whether you’re contemplating a transition, feel the dull pain of knowing more is possible, or have an idea that terrifies and magnetizes you in equal parts – the retreat series is here to walk you through it.

Together, we step away to focus on the most essential questions – what you’re going to do with your one wild and precious life. With nature as your teacher, space to hear your own wisdom, and a community full of inspiring leaders, you don’t need a week long meditation retreat. You just need to focus.

The series has three chapters that build on each other – defining your vision and goals, healing at the root of what’s been holding you back, and creating routines that make your success inevitable. Each full-day retreat is followed by a 7–8 week integration period, so you can put the work into practice, make real-life shifts, and return to the next retreat with lived experience to learn from.

On the other side of the experience, you’ll feel lighter, inspired, and more motivated than you have in years. You’ll also feel grounded with a practical game plan that tells you exactly what to do going forward.

Anything you want is possible. Time Away will show you how.

Let’s walk inside the Time Away experience:

Three Powerful, Life-Changing Retreat Days

We start by doing our contemplative work outdoors to tap into nature’s wisdom, then head to The Portal to turn our insights into clear next steps. Each day is designed to uncover your deepest truth using meditation, visioning, journaling, dialogue and connection to your body’s knowing.

The Foundations Everyone Needs to Transform

You know what you want, but you can’t see it because you’re clouded by fear. Over the series, you’ll learn how to boldly claim your desires, lead yourself through your fears, and develop a game plan you can stick to.

Resources, Detailed Support, and Tools You Keep for Life

The goal is for you to learn tools you can use for the rest of your life to navigate whatever comes your way. That’s why we provide a detailed retreat guide, reviewed by a behavioral psychologist, to break down each step of the processes we use. Use it during the retreats, and keep it as a support to use later.

Thank you so much for helping me find this version of myself! When I cried the other day, it was because I was overwhelmed with pride! I had been wanting this for so long and had kept putting it off as a protective mechanism, for fear of the unknown. A younger version of me was trying to keep me safe. That version was stuck in the everyday, not moving forward, staying comfortably stationary. The voice of my inner mentor was stifled and a part of me thought this move would never really happen. I’m almost brought to tears thinking that the story of my life will have this chapter. Thank you so much for giving me the tools and skills to make this possible. You’ve changed the trajectory of my life for the better and I’m eternally grateful.

Elora

Retreat Day One

Step Into the Vision You’re Here to Bring

Claim your deepest desires and build the foundations you need to go after them

We’re kicking off with a roaring, morning beach bonfire and a cliffside hike to awaken your spirit and burn off the clouds that have kept you stuck.

Programmatically you’ll walk away with:

  • Clarity on your desires and the spiritual lessons behind them 
  • The ability to discern the difference between essence and ego driven desires
  • A 90-day plan aligned with your vision so you know exactly what to do the day after the retreat
  • Inspiration and support from a community of fellow travelers willing to do what it takes to grow

Retreat Day Two

Develop Personal Mastery

Most people know what to do, they just can’t do it. You’ll learn how to stay resilient no matter what life throws at you.

To channel resilience, this day kicks off with a hike to the top of Mt Tam. As our hearts pound and we feel the discomfort of the climb, we’ll learn to work with our resistance and take dominion over our minds.

In the Day Two Experience, you’ll walk away with:

  • An understanding and experience of emotional release writing and processing
  • The self-soothing method for any trigger 
  • A compassion meditation practice, and the recording to go with it 
  • Clarity on what it really means to self soothe

Retreat Day Three

Step Into the Future You’re Here to Build

No more to-do lists that just make you feel guilty. We’re creating systems, habits, and tools to make success easy.

The day begins with a fiery beach yoga session so we can move any tension that’s built up as you move towards your dreams. The crashing waves and wind blowing in your hair help to put it all in perspective.

On Day Three, You’ll Walk Away With:

  • Clarity on the habits that sabotage your dreams
  • The latest science on leveling up your energy
  • The chance to join the 30-day habit-change challenge
  • A practice for accelerating manifestation
  • Celebrations, love, and commit to what’s next

Monthly Retreats – Choose One or All the Days

Schedule
11 AM-6 PM

Sunday, March 15
Sunday, May 10
Sunday, Jul 19

“As a clinical psychologist… few have left such a profound impact as Kit.” — Thekla Ross, PsyD 

“I can’t tell you how much I am glowing from within. These days have been a transformational gift.” – Annie

“Words can’t express my gratitude for you for holding my hands through this. Thank you so much Kit.” – Erica
 
“It’s no exaggeration to say that working with Kit and her Time Away programming has been profoundly life-changing. From our very first meeting through six months of sessions, she has been a steady confidant, wise teacher, and nurturing support—exceeding every expectation I had.” – Brianna 

About Kit Hayes

Hello, I’m Kit Hayes, a strategic expert trained in somatic techniques, emotional intelligence, mindset shifts, and pleasure practices.

After spending nearly 20 years addressing various world problems, I’ve come to believe the best thing we can do for the world is be true to ourselves.

It’s my sense that the system as a whole will work better if we all play our best part.

That idea you have for a business? It’s meant to exist. The balance you’re craving so you have more time with your kids? That’s crucial to sort out.

We can trust our desires, and Time Away can help you realize them.

I’ve personally used ‘Time Away’ to work through some of the biggest challenges life’s tossed me so far – the rock bottoms of both my parents, a miscarriage, the devastating impact of codependency, starting and stopping a nonprofit, navigating a layoff, and overcoming an eating disorder.

In my experience, taking some time to deeply focus on what matters most creates massive relief and gets us farther faster than we ever could have imagined.

What’s Included

Three full retreat days at The Portal Marin (3/15, 5/10, 7/19)
Guided coaching content + exercises (same core curriculum as the full program)
Time for reflection + “guided solitude”
Retreat materials + prompts to take home
A clear integration plan each day so you leave with next steps

CONTACT KIT HAYES

Want to talk live? Book a 30 minute call to learn more about the experience and see if it’s a good fit for you.