Slow Living, The Practice of Enough

Slow Living, The Practice of Enough is a weekend wellness retreat at the Journey Inn in Maiden Rock, Wisconsin, in the Driftless Region. It is written for adults of any age or experience level who want a few days with fewer places to be and nothing to accomplish. It is a slow living retreat, built around long meals, gentle movement, quiet mornings, time in nature and restorative spa rituals. It is part of the inn's winter retreat series, The Seasons Within.

What to Expect

The weekend is an invitation to savor simple things and to experience the beauty of doing less while being present for more. The days are unhurried. Gentle movement and quiet mornings set the tone, and there are restorative spa rituals, time outdoors and room for easy conversation with the other guests. Free time is part of the design, so you can join what draws you and rest when you would rather rest.

The Journey Inn describes its retreats as a mix of thoughtfully curated classes, workshops, movement practices and open time, meant to meet people wherever they are. Whether you are new to wellness practices or have attended retreats for years, there is room to learn, explore and connect. The retreat runs across a weekend in March, as the last of winter is still in the air.

The Setting

The Journey Inn sits among soaring bluffs and swaying pines in the Driftless Region, near Maiden Rock, Wisconsin. The setting is secluded, and the sounds of nature take the place of everyday noise. The inn is known for a quiet, grounding feel that guests notice on arrival.

Guests stay in private rooms with king beds, private bathrooms, luxurious linens and organic bath amenities. Common spaces are set up for rest and connection. Meals are farm-to-table, dietary accommodations are available, and the group gathers around the table. The aim is to have you feel cared for throughout the weekend, not only during scheduled sessions.

Groups are kept small, with a maximum of 12 guests. That size allows more personal attention from facilitators, deeper conversations and space to relax and be yourself.

Before You Go

No prior experience with retreats or wellness practices is needed. The retreat welcomes adults of all ages and levels. Lodging and farm-to-table meals are part of the Journey Inn experience, and dietary needs can be accommodated. Slow Living is one of several winter retreats at the inn, which also include Wintering, Rooted & Grounded, Tending Your Soil and Awaken, so you can choose the season of rest that suits you.