what is a Personal Retreat?
Leh, Ladakh (India)
Personal retreats with Keenan are for anyone looking to spend a full day or weekend going deep into what it will take to climb the mountains that have so far eluded them to date.
During your time together, you will have several deep conversations over meals, tours, and entertainment (of your choice) that will alter the way you see your challenges and the world. Creating a new vision for your life that will leave you with what you desire more than anything else: peace and joy.
You can fly to Keenan in Seattle (most affordable) or he can fly to meet you in your desired US city (most expensive).
what to expect
Pre-retreat planning session
Post payment, we will have an hour video call to plan your retreat.
This is the time where we can get to know one another and plan out a rough agenda for your retreat (goals, tours, restaurants, entertainment).
Note: If I’m not feeling your vibe during our planning call, the retreat is off. You will receive a full refund minus the original payment processing fees.*
day retreats
Day retreats will generally run from late morning to late evening, with an afternoon break before the dinner session and nightly entertainment.
I will cover the cost of all meals, but alcohol is not included or highly recommended for retaining the lessons learned from the day.
Weekend Retreats
Weekend retreats, include a Friday dinner to kick off the festivities, plus Saturday and Sunday day retreats.
This can also take place in the middle of the week if preferred and schedules allow.
Choosing Location
You can choose the location of your retreat
Seattle (less expensive)
a West Coast city of your choice (more expensive)
or an East Coast city of your choice (most expensive)
Prices vary greatly depending on the amount of travel (wear and tear) required for me + time I have to be away from my beloved partner.
(East Coast retreats are the highest in price because the long flight and change in time zones will require me to travel the day before AND after the retreat.)
travel & lodging booked
Post planning session, you or I will book our travel and lodging.
Note: At this point, there are no refunds for cancellations. We can reschedule if a urgent conflict comes up, but you are responsible for the change / cancellations fees required for rebookings.
Commence the Retreat
Have one of the most transformative days / weekends of your life.
Like the desired benefits of a weekend holistic retreat, and the hopes of a beach vacation, you will leave the day/weekend feeling:
recharged
clearer-minded with new perspectives on what joy and fulfillment look like in your life
and motivated to make the changes that have so far eluded you.
FOLLOW-UP COACHING SESSIONS
You will receive two follow-up coaching session with Keenan with your day retreat and four follow-up coaching sessions with your weekend retreat.
You can schedule them at your convenience (weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc).
WHAT CLIENTS SAY YOU CAN EXPECT FROM KEENAN During the retreats
Visionary Partner: “He sees my future potential and holds a mirror steady so I can see it too.”
Personal Hype Man: “I never knew the value in having a hype man to make me more confident in my potential.”
Trusted Confidant: “He is somebody I can trust be vulnerable with.”
Accountability Partner: “I needed someone in my corner to hold me accountable.”
Spiritual Warrior: “He is not afraid to walk with me into darkness, and then help me find the way back into the light.”
client testimonials
My clients do a much better job than I do at communicating the benefits of the coaching that takes place during retreats.
Watch this short video to see for yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
+ What is the entertainment?
I want this retreat to be special for you, so it cannot be all about the business of coaching.
To that point, in the evenings, we will find something fun to do, whether that is a restaurant with a great ambiance, seeing a show, attending a sporting event, etc.
This may be covered in the retreat fees -- withing reason. We can disucss and agree the entertainment and upon during our pre-planning session.
+ Can I include a friend or spouse?
The purpose of a personal retreat is that it be personal. Including a friend or spouse would decrease the chances of you being fully vulnerable, which would make it less likely you received maximum benefits from our coaching sessions.
Saying that, you can invite a friend or spouse to our evening dinner and activities -- if desired.
Note: Meals and entertainment for the additional person will not be included.
+ Can we do a couples retreat?
If the purpose of the retreat is to improve your relationship as a unit, we can discuss a different framework for the day / weekend retreat. (Think time set aside for both individual and couples sessions.)
Note: There will be a minumum 50% additional fee - depending on the nature of the relationship (level of toxicity).
+ Why does coaching cost so much?
You get what you pay for.
I have clients that spend much more on pictureaque vacations with benefits to their mind, body, and spirit that only last a month - if that.
You will walk away with a new awareness on yourself and life that will last a lifetime, and action plans to achieve your most important goals.
Lastly, the retreat fees help fund Conscious Motivation initiatives like 1) reduced coaching and community fees for those who need the experience, but cannot afford it 2) speaking at under-privileged schools 3) hiring staff to help with social media and content creation and 4) Conscious Motivation meet-ups across the world.
+ What are the most common coaching goals?
The most common coaching goals of my clients are:
- Taking their career/business to the next level
- Pursuing life goals without doubt & fear
- Urgent situations (i.e. job, relationships, health)
- Overcoming perfectionism to get things done
- Learning to speak and live their truth
- Cultivating balance, joy, and peace in life
- Gaining clarity on your gifts and purpose
- Developing healthier relationships
- Attracting the right type of people
+ What other benefits will I receive from coaching?
The list of coaching benefits is endless, but here are my favorite:
- Increased compensation / business revenue
- Expedited promotions / business milestone achievement
- Learning to be present and live in the moment
- Letting go of needing validation from others to be happy
- Heightened sense of confidence and empowerment
- Allowing your heart to guide you, instead of your ego's fear
- Becoming a better listener at home and in the workplace
- Creating more meaningful conversations
- Breaking the chains of generational habits and beliefs
- Discovering that peace and joy can only be found within
- Your transformation becomes an inspiration to others
+ Are you using magical persuasion tactics?
I understand there are many unethical coaches out there who promise results they are unable to produce and only see their clients as $$$.
I love my clients like my best friends and am committed to seeing them shine. (Watch any of the video testimonials and you will see that my coaching is not a plastic interaction, it touches the soul.)
Professionally, I follow the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics, so their are no deceptive sales/marketing tactics.
My word is my bond.
+ How do I know if coaching is right for me?
First, you must ask what goals would you like to achieve?
Would it be helpful to have a coach to be an ally, affirm your potential, and hold you accountable?
Are you open to shift your beliefs and behaviors to align with the person you hope to become?
If you answered yes to all of the above, then we should talk.
+ Why would I choose you for my coach?
I always recommend that clients shop around to find the coach that feels most right for them.
My coaching practice is built off of my life experiences: navigating the corporate world, cultivating healthy relationships, and learning to live an authentic life that consistently brings me the highest vibrations.
I have experienced all the highs and lows - mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual - since venturing into the unknown in pursuit of my dream in January 2016. I understand what it takes to overcome the ego's fears and doubts, in order to stay on the path to achieving your goals.
Becoming your best self takes self-reflection, honesty, courage, and dedication to a higher purpose.
I live it every day, and would love to help you do the same.
book your retreat
Conscious Motivation offers sliding scale pricing to help eliminate barriers for coaching for those under financial constraints. Please inquire for more details by scheduling a discovery call.
still have questions?
Schedule a Discovery Call
I would love to answer any questions you may have about the retreat.
You can book a complimentary discovery call here:
My Story
I spent nearly a decade working in the banking industry. As a high-powered and high-stressed management consultant turned business development executive, I sacrificed a great deal to move my way up the corporate ladder.
But at some point, I realized that money, material possessions and entertainment were not going to be enough to keep me fulfilled with my life.
In January 2016, I quit my job at the height of my career and spent 1,000 days in India — where my partner had gone to get experience working on women’s rights issues in her home country before applying for her Ph.D.
While there, my personal focus was on getting to know myself and learning to live an authentic life that brought me the most fulfillment. Letting go of all outside expectations, I learned to let my heart be my guide.
Professionally, I built a world-class coaching practice — cultivating one skill and competency at a time. Including getting ICF-certified by Coacharya, an exceptional organization that blends executive coaching with western philosophy and eastern spirituality.
In September 2019, I moved to Seattle, Washington with my partner who is getting her Ph.D. from the University of Washington.
There, I helped found a tech startup to develop an app for coaches, creators, and organizations who want to make more impact and money doing what they love in private online communities.
And I still coach a limited group of clients, because watching people overcome their challenges and fulfill their dreams is my greatest passion.
Still have questions?
Send me an email and I will happily answer any questions.