Purpose-driven impact leadership can be exhausting, right? I was reminded of this again on Monday when my wife stopped me and said
"You look tense. What are you doing to relax today?"
My answer? "I'm going to the gym." Not exactly relaxing, especially when my phone tags along.
Let's be real, we're always on. It often takes something big to make us stop and truly relax. Sometimes it's burnout, or illness. Other times, it's a retreat that compels us to hit pause.
Reflecting on her response to my not-so-relaxing-response made me think back to this year's Reignite Retreats (that our teams at GoodNorth & Impact Boom hosted). It’s one of the few moments I can recall that really help me hit pause (even as a co host!).
My co-founder and best man Tom Allen, the only other person I know crazy enough to do two retreats back-to-back right before a wedding (mine), helped me realise how vital these retreats are.
Dive into this picture with me...
...Imagine an awesome curated group of impact leaders from around the country, in lush green surroundings, immersed in real conversations - with no phone signal to distract us.
Top it off with delicious local food, prepared by our amazing chef, and complimented with a range of optional activities to relax your body as well as your mind.
Around a bonfire, we learn from local Indigenous elders, gaining insights that deepen our connection to the land and its history.
...how's that picture feel to you?
This disconnection from the digital world allows us to be fully present, something I felt deeply on my wedding day (only days later!).
Coming out of the retreats, I felt electrified in a way I never have from any other event. It's the combination of a curated community, the deep conversations, and the intentional space away from the hustle that make all the difference.
I feel priveleged to be able to experience these retreats with the awesome community that is called to take part. So many good friends, and of course my partner in life and purpose Fiona Mehmet-Faccini
The Reignite Retreats are where we, as impact leaders, recharge, reconnect, and reignite our passion for making a difference. If you're curious about joining our next retreat, dates have been locked in for next year and expressions of interest are unofficially open.
I am excited to see who is called to take part in July 2025, and who will experience this sense of reignition and connection with us.
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