NURTURE YOUR WHOLENESS
Adoptee Wellbeing Retreat

September 05–10, 2023

Hosted at I-AM-ESCAPE in St. Salvator, Austria 
 

What if you could…

~ Deeply relax and leave daily stress and worries behind?

~ Create space to transform all your adoptee emotions at a premium retreat space?

~ Feel safe and seen with fellow transracial adoptee sisters?

~ Liberate your adoptee self and make peace with your stories?

~ Overcome your self-doubts, and find a sense of true belonging within?

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Some heartfelt feedback
❤︎

Naomi McKay
Naomi McKayAdopted from India / Educator at Anti-Racism Education, based in Ireland
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"I always get a boost of energy after your sessions, I feel empowered and inspired for my projects. ❤︎ Sun Mee's tailor made sessions are nurturing and receiving support from a fellow transracial adoptee is incredible and life-changing."
Tamz
TamzAdoptee from Trinidad / based in London
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"The care and dedication that goes into creating the space of healing is phenomenal."
Youngsun
YoungsunAdopted from South Korea / Multidisciplinary Artist, based in NYC, USA
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"Sun Mee's care and the amount of attention she gives to the program and to us as individuals is unique and very authentic. The whole pace is very gentle and built with compassion, but it is planned out in a way that I learned everything I needed about my adoptee experience."
Nina
NinaAdopted from South Korea, based in Berlin, German
Senior Poeple & Culture manager
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"The exchange with you and the group was enormously enriching and I felt safe and seen. With your empathetic nature you created a safe framework in which I was able to to learn more about myself. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the wonderful, enriching and inspiring space, dear Sun Mee. "
Sina
SinaAdopted from South Korea / based in Berlin, Germany
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“I'm an enthusiastic participant of the Numaru Retreats. Sun Mee created a thoughtful and safe atmosphere in a beautiful location with delicious food and much needed space for me and my adoptee story. Thank you so much!"
Kaomi Lee
Kaomi LeeAdopted from South Korea / Journalist & Founder ADAPTED Adoptee Podcast, based in MA, USA
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“Sun Mee is very skilled at bringing the group together in a short time and creating a safe space to share. Her style is one that allows people to share as much as they feel comfortable and understanding that everyone is at different points in their respective journeys. Keep up the fantastic work! "
Nazra
Nazra Adopted from India / Massage therapist
Global citizen
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“I felt safe, seen, and "worthy". I've never felt so at peace and lighthearted in my body, and I learned new ways to just "be with" myself without judgment."
AnaAna, adopted from China, based in London.
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"I can't thank you enough for our work together. I needed to prioritise my wellbeing...I've always put other people first. Adoption has impacted my life in so many ways, and I wasn't aware of how much this holistic approach helps me find back to myself... to my body, soul, and I have a much better relationship with my mind. I feel unblocked and empowered to show myself and my gifts."
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 Join us for a transformative journey in adoptee sisterhood

Imagine that you feel …

✔︎  Safe and understood in your transracial adoptee experience 

✔︎  Supported and empowered amongst fellow adoptee sisters 

✔︎  Open-hearted and connected with yourself

✔︎  Confident and joyful in your next life chapter

✔︎  Peaceful and calm with your feelings and inner world

✔︎  Fully recharged to go back into your “normal” life

 

About my intentions for this Retreat:

Hey dear!
I’m Sun Mee, and I felt alone, fragmented, and not seen in my transracial adoptee experience.
My mission with this retreat is offer a safe and magical space to immerse for 6 days. A retreat that combines the beauty of slow and conscious living, nature, deep human connection, and personal discovery.

I have struggled for too long to find a sense of belonging. I had to overcome the fear of feeling too much and reframe my limiting adoptee beliefs that I’m not safe, worthy enough, and deserving.  Awakening to my adoption trauma and starting to understand the source of my suppressed wounding helped me find self-compassion and find back home to authentic self and wholeness. What I realized in my healing journey:

 

➥ Wholeness is not about being perfect, it’s about embracing all that exists, the light AND the shadow.

➥ Joy and peace need a safe space to unfold. We can’t talk our way out of our minds, we must calm our bodies, and inspire our souls holistically.

➥ Committing intentional time and resources sets the stage for personal growth in unexpected ways.

➥ Finding honest exchange with like-minded adoptees empowers me in ways I could never arrived on my own.

  

I have experienced the power of transformation in various retreats myself, and each of those have been pivotal for my personal and professional life and allowed me to move forward in life with more clarity, confidence, and courage.

  

YOU DESERVE TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR WELLBEING!

I wholeheartedly invite you to explore what transformation and growth can happen when we have space to unfold our truth and are truly seen! Let`s invite light and joy into our hearts! 

 

I can’t wait for you to join us for this special retreat!

 

❤︎ With love, Sun Mee.

Unplug and join us for this intimate female adoptee retreat and magical nature setting at —

Retreat space interior photos by Tomo Yarmush   

Our Retreat Space—A unique family farm estate nested in the Austrian mountains 

A magical place at the center of Europe, yet tucked away in the beautiful Austrian mountains and forests with eye-opening views over the Corinthia valley and, some days, even to Italy. I instantly felt grounded, protected, and inspired when I was there.

 

No wonder, it has existed since 1875  and used to be a shelter for animals, a foster care home, and family housing for many generations. It was just recently transformed into a one-of-a-kind retreat space by Bernhard and Kathrin Schluga from I-am-Escapewith much attention to detail, ecological care, and respect to its history. Locals and global citizens can find community, connect deeply with nature, and rediscover a sense of balance. 

 

I’m honored to be the first retreat facilitator that’s invited  to this retreat space with a small and curated group of fellow transracial adoptee sisters.

 

 

You will have your own cozy private room and space (with a mountain or forest view) and a modern private bathroom with rainshower. Join us for 6 days, entering a unique world, disconnecting from your daily stress, and attuning to your adoptee soul.

Let’s CARE with Compassion, CONNECT with Curiosity, and CREATE with Courage—together!

With love, Sun Mee.

 

09.00—Healthy Breakfast  

10.30 —Group Sharing Circle

12.00 Time for Self and Rest

01.00 —Farm-fresh Lunch 

02.00 Somatic Movement & Forest Bath

03.00 —Emotion Exploration Session

05.00 Time for Self and Rest

06.30 —Home-cooked Dinner by private chef

09.00 Unwinding Soundscape (optional)

>>> Schedule will be adjusted with sensitivity to everyone’s energy. 

 

 

What you will learn in this HOLISTIC retreat:

MIND

Gain more clarity on how adoption impacts your behavior, emotions, and relationships

Learn an expert-proven framework on how to transform difficult emotions (like anger, shame, grief) and cultivate a sense of inner belonging.

BODY

Adoptee-specific somatic tools and mindful practices to build your own  resiliency toolkit that you can easily integrate into your daily life.

An introduction to naturopathy and ayurvedic principles that help you stay healthy and in balance.

SOUL

Explore creative pathways and rituals that cultivate more peacejoy, and purposeful direction in your personal and professional life.

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Your investment into your wellbeing

This is a special launch offer!

 

Community price
Become a member now
Save 600 Eur

390x6

  • 6x Monthly payments of 390 = 2.340 Eur

  • 2x Monthly payments of 1.100 = 2.200 Eur

  • Pay 2.100 Eur upfront and SAVE 240 Eur

WAITLIST

What`s included?

A 6-Day immersive retreat, transformative workshops, and exclusive accommodation.
  • An intimate and curated group of 6 female BIPOC/transracial adoptees
  • Private rooms with forest or mountain views and private bathrooms
  • Full board: Family-style, organic, seasonal, and farm-fresh meals
  • Daily guided Mindfulness, Somatic Movement, Holistic Wellness Practices
  • 5 x immersive workshops exploring Identity, Emotions, Belonging
  • Nature and cultural explorations
  • Private forest, garden, in and outdoor fireplace, sauna, and pool
  • Private group shuttle: airport pick up and return
  • Welcome packet and some joyful surprises
  • Not included: Travels to Vienna airport, Travel insurance

❤︎  How to join us ❤︎ 

This is not just a travel trip, it’s one of a kind inner journey to yourself that will never be repeated in this moment and season of your time. If you feel a calling—I’d be so happy to connect with you and see if we’re a match!

If we don’t know each other yet, I ask you to connect in a 30min Zoom call. This way, we can ensure that intentional spirits and energies come together in our intimate group! I will also answer any questions you might have.

 

 

Some heartfelt reviews:

*****

Naomi McKay
Naomi McKayAdopted from India / Educator at Anti-Racism Education, based in Ireland
Read More
"I always get a boost of energy after your sessions, I feel empowered and inspired for my projects. ❤︎ Sun Mee's tailor made sessions are nurturing and receiving support from a fellow transracial adoptee is incredible and life-changing."
Tamz
TamzAdoptee from Trinidad / based in London
Read More
"The care and dedication that goes into creating the space of healing is phenomenal."
Nina
NinaAdopted from South Korea, based in Berlin, German
Senior Poeple & Culture manager
Read More
"The exchange with you and the group was enormously enriching and I felt safe and seen. With your empathetic nature you created a safe framework in which I was able to to learn more about myself. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the wonderful, enriching and inspiring space, dear Sun Mee. "
Youngsun
YoungsunAdopted from South Korea / Multidisciplinary Artist, based in NYC, USA
Read More
"Sun Mee's care and the amount of attention she gives to the program and to us as individuals is unique and very authentic. The whole pace of the program is very gentle and build with compassion, but it is planned out in a way that I learned everything I needed."
Sina
SinaAdopted from South Korea / based in Berlin, Germany
Read More
“I'm an enthusiastic participant of the Numaru Retreats. Sun Mee created a thoughtful and safe atmosphere in a beautiful location with delicious food and much needed space for me and my adoptee story . Thank you so much!"
Jodi
JodiAdopted from South Korea / based in Berlin, Germany
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“Sun Mee has made a huge impact on my life. I loved her careful & thoughtful approach. She introduced me to various somatic modalities that have been crucial to releasing trauma and understanding the mind-body connection. A positive shift has taken place within myself. Liberating, indeed!”
Sina
SinaAdopted from South Korea / based in Berlin, Germany
Read More
“I'm an enthusiastic participant of the Numaru Retreats. Sun Mee created a thoughtful and safe atmosphere in a beautiful location with delicious food and much needed space for me and my adoptee story. Thank you so much!"
Kaomi Lee
Kaomi LeeAdopted from South Korea / Journalist & Founder ADAPTED Adoptee Podcast, based in MA, USA
Read More
“Sun Mee is very skilled at bringing the group together in a short time and creating a safe space to share. Her style is one that allows people to share as much as they feel comfortable and understanding that everyone is at different points in their respective journeys. Keep up the fantastic work! "
Kaomi Lee
Kaomi LeeAdopted from South Korea / Journalist & Founder ADAPTED Adoptee Podcast, based in MA, USA
Read More
“Sun Mee is very skilled at bringing the group together in a short time and creating a safe space to share. Her style is one that allows people to share as much as they feel comfortable and understanding that everyone is at different points in their respective journeys. Keep up the fantastic work! "
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FAQs

This retreat is for female transracial, BIPoC adoptees ONLY. They will most likely be already part of the international NUMARU Community and come from Europe, UK, or the US with various professional backgrounds. TRA Sister who:

√ Are ready to liberate their adoptee selves and make sense of their stories.

√ Want to explore what it means to feel worthy and deserving.

√ Desire to express their wholeness and find a sense of inner belonging.

The nature of this retreat is highly intentional, being personal and allowing enough space, time, and transformation for each individual person.  No worries, I will ensure that inspiring energies and compassionate hearts will come together!

This Adoptee Wellbeing Retreat will take place in REISENBERG 2 in St. Salvator, Austria. It’s located in the Corinthia state, that is known for its beautiful mountains and lakes. It’s in the center of Europe, very close to the border of Italy and Adriatic sea, Germany, and Croatia (all 2hrs). It’s also a great chance if you plan to travel and fly somewhere else in Europe before or after (1.20hr to Florence, or Barcelona (2.20hr)

We will organise a group shuttle from Vienna Airport on September 05, leaving around 12pm, which is included in the Retreat Package. It will take you directly to the retreat space driving through the beautiful Austrian countryside.  The return shuttle will take you back to Vienna Airport on September 10. The exact times will be announced. 

The price covers ALL costs for premium accommodation, daily workshops and programs, airport group shuttle, and full board (vegan and vegetarian, we may have some wild meat offers included on certain days).

NOT included are your travel to Vienna or Graz airport, personal items, and travel insurance.

The month of September is neither too hot nor too cold. The month of September is considered to be the best time to visit the countryside in Austria. September is the early start of autumn in Austria, and the weather can range from summery to chilly, depending on the altitude. The average September high is around 69°F (21°C). Meanwhile, fall is generally quite dry, so you shouldn’t expect anything much more than a rain shower. A recommended list of what to bring will be send out to all participants 🙂

This offer gives you access to the reduced Retreat price for members.  

You can become a member now and still pay less than the regular price of 2.700 Eur. The Numaru Heart Space Membership starts from 22/month, cancel anytime. You will get access to monthly healing circles, free events, and free emotional health resources.

Join our international community of like-minded BIPoC/transracial adoptees in an add-free and safe platform and app. Read more here!

I’d like to make this retreat accessible to anyone who truly needs this. Please email me about your motivation and intention to join and we can work out a sponsorship plan: Sunmee@numaru.space

Please email me and I’ll answer: sunmee@numaru.space

About Sun Mee/Retreat Facilitator

Sun Mee is a Korean-German adoptee, trauma-informed certified Holistic Coach, and Founder of NUMARU— An international community and emotional wellness platform for transracial/BIPOC adoptees. She was adopted at 3.5 yrs and raised in South Germany. NUMARU results from her journey of transforming her adoptee’s pain into purpose with a mission to create safe spaces and to offer a holistic and open-hearted pathway to healing. She works internationally with individuals, groups, NGOs, and cultural organizations and has helped dozens of adoptees to navigate their journey and find a sense of inner peace and holistic wellbeing. She is based in Berlin with her husband and enjoys a mindful lifestyle, experimental cooking, gardening, and DIY crafts. 

Do you have any questions? I’m happy to answer them!