Nobody tells you that transformation can happen in the blink of an eye. One year, I was walking away from network marketing into uncertainty; the next, I was speaking on stages and hosting my first retreat. Now, I've just completed my fifth Self(ish) Retreat—my first as a new mom—at the stunning Oceanstone Resort in Nova Scotia.

The journey to this retreat was filled with doubt. Could I really pull this off with a four-month-old? Would women get the experience they deserved if I wasn't cooking every meal and planning every minute like I used to? What I discovered exceeded all expectations. With oceanfront views, spa facilities, and catered meals, I could finally be fully present instead of scattered and stressed. We painted with ocean water, explored human design, and created space for both transformation and rest.

During our final breathwork session, something unexpected happened. When asked to visualize the future, instead of seeing bigger stages or business growth as I always had, I pictured myself and my husband, gray-haired, watching our son graduate. It was the first time my vision centered on family instead of business—a profound shift that left me emotional and reflective.

What made this retreat possible was community—the participants who loved on my baby, my husband who supported my dreams, and everyone who helped behind the scenes. This isn't the Jessica show; it's collaboration at its finest.

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