The Power of :
9 Paths of Leadership EVOLution
TM
A Transformational Retreat for Human Evolution, Conscious Leadership, and Authentic Connection
Rio de Janeiro | June 10–16, 2026
Welcome!
"Cristo Redentor", the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer, stands majestically above Rio de Janeiro, symbolizing peace and welcoming all who visit.
Join us for a transformational 7-day immersive journey to awaken the leader within and EVOLve your life and career!
Summary of the Program
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Day 1 (Wed, June 10) – Ilha Grande: Big LOVE & Awareness
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Day 2 (Thu, June 11) – Ilha Grande: Healing & Relationships
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Day 3 (Fri, June 12) – Ilha Grande: Leadership & Optimism
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Day 4 (Sat, June 13) – Ilha Grande: Vitality & Education
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Day 5 (Sun, June 14) – Ilha Grande & Rio: EVOLution
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Day 6 (Mon, June 15) – Rio de Janeiro: Integration
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Day 7 (Tue, June 16) – Niterói: Legacy
Jacqueline Fonseca de Abreu
An Invitation from our Founder
"Silence the Noise, Connect with Yourself & Lead Your Life."
Welcome!
My name is Jacqueline Fonseca de Abreu. I am originally from Rio de Janeiro, a global citizen, and a lifelong educator in mental health and leadership.
For over 35 years, I have dedicated my life to the intersection of human psychology and organizational leadership. As a pioneer in introducing the principles of L.O.V.E.™, Self-Leadership, and Consciousness into multinational corporations, I have worked to demonstrate that heart-centered awareness is one of the most powerful drivers of meaningful and sustainable transformation—both personally and globally.
My journey began as a clinical psychologist in Brazil and evolved into multicultural therapeutic work in the United States, while also serving as a trusted advisor to leaders across the world for nearly four decades.
To ensure these transformations are not only profound but also sustainable, I integrate contemporary neuroscience with leadership development, bridging the connection between brain function, emotional intelligence, and embodied awareness.
I have also completed executive education in neuroscience and leadership at MIT, including programs led by Dr. Tara Swart, as well as executive education in trauma and mental health through the University of Oxford. These experiences have deeply strengthened my ability to integrate science, consciousness, and human transformation in a grounded and practical way.
My learning journey has also included direct exposure to some of the most influential voices in human development, neuroscience, and trauma-informed psychology, including Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, Tony Robbins, and Michael A. Singer, among others.
My work is grounded in intercultural understanding and trauma-informed leadership. I deeply believe that true leadership emerges when we honor the whole human being—our history, our culture, our nervous system, and our emotional truth. Having had the privilege of working with individuals from more than 60 countries, I bring a deeply human, global perspective to your EVOLution.
The Journey to the Center
I warmly invite you to step out of the noise of everyday life and into Source.
This immersion is a carefully designed EVOLution through the most powerful and inspiring landscapes of my home state of Rio de Janeiro:
The Sanctuary: Ilha Grande, Angra dos Reis—where untouched rainforest meets emerald ocean, offering a natural space of stillness, presence, and deep reconnection.
The Power: Rio de Janeiro—where we expand into energy, expression, and perspective, including moments of reflection at the iconic Christ the Redeemer.
The Homecoming: Niterói, my birthplace—where we complete the journey through integration, grounding, and embodied clarity, overlooking the vastness of the sea and possibility.
The Collective Team
You will not walk this journey alone.
I am honored to be joined by Bia Gaspary, our Yoga Instructor, who will guide daily practices designed to align body, mind, and breath in support of your transformation.
Our dedicated GAC team will manage all logistics with precision, care, and presence, allowing you to fully surrender into your inner process without distraction.
The Sovereign Call
Through neuroscience, ancient wisdom, and the 9 Paths of L.O.V.E.™, we move beyond conditioning, performance, and limitation into the embodiment of your Sovereign Self.
This is not about becoming someone new—it is about returning to who you truly are.
You will not only gain insight—you will embody a way of being that allows you to live a life you deeply LOVE.
It is my deepest honor to guide you back to your clarity, your strength, and your essence.
Brazil is calling.
It is time to answer.
With gratitude, presence, and much LOVE,
Jacqueline Fonseca de Abreu (Jacque 🤟)
Founder, CEO & Author
In the presence of nature, we remember who we are—and we rise together.
Core Pillars:
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High-Impact Holistic Leadership: Develop your leadership with neuroscience, design thinking, and wellbeing practices to lead with authenticity and resilience.
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Multicultural Connection & Growth: Engage with a diverse, global cohort to build intercultural communication skills and expand your global awareness.
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Vitality & Renewal in Rio’s Natural Beauty: Immerse yourself in healing nature and vibrant culture, enhancing your energy, creativity, and focus.
Jacqueline Fonseca de Abreu
(Jacque 🤟)
Founder, CEO & Global Leadership Educator
"My life’s mission is to be a vessel for L.O.V.E.™—because every legacy of impact begins within. True leadership starts with Self-Love and Self-Leadership; we cannot sustainably lead others, organizations, or relationships without first learning to lead ourselves with awareness, integrity, and care.
I am here to guide you back home to your authentic self—so you may lead a life you truly, deeply LOVE."
"Happiness is a way of travelling, not your destination.
Zen masters tell us that we corrupt the beauty of life by making happiness our goal. They say that happiness is the practice of living in the moment."
Bia Gaspary
Yoga & Movement Specialist
Bia’s journey into the wisdom of the body began at age 10 through the discipline of Tae Kwon Do. It was there she first realized that the body is the sacred temple where the soul resides—a powerful instrument for expressing our deepest emotions through movement.
A dedicated practitioner since 2011, Bia is a highly credentialed instructor (500RYT). She holds advanced certifications in Yang Vinyasa, Meditation, Yin Yoga, and Hands-On alignment from the Yin Yang Vinyasa School. In 2020, she deepened her mastery in Goa, India, completing her 300RYT Teacher Training in Yin/Yang & The Five Elements at Trimurti Yoga.
As a scholar of Subtle Anatomy, vital energy, and the journey of self-knowledge through the Chakras, Bia believes the Universe is in a state of constant evolution. She creates a space of infinite possibility for those brave enough to look within.
Bia invites you to embark on a transformative journey, where self-discovery and healing come together to unlock your true potential.
IMPORTANT!!!
For guests traveling from outside of Rio: our transport van departs Copacabana at 7:00 AM sharp on Day 1. To ensure you are ready and settled, please arrive in the city one day prior to the program start. We will be happy to assist with hotel recommendations and transportation from the airport.
For guests residing in Rio: please plan to meet at the Copacabana departure point by 6:45 AM for check-in and boarding.
We plan to depart at 7:00 AM sharp to ensure arrival on the island by noon.
Summary of Daily Program
DAY 1
June 10 (Wed.)
The Big LOVE & Awareness
Location: Ilha Grande (Big Island)
(Departure from Copacabana Beach)
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The Path: Connecting to Universal Intelligence and facing your Shadow/Light.
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Yoga: The Yoga of Surrender – Opening to a power bigger than ourselves.
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The Alchemical Kitchen: Co-creating a "Foundation Meal" to ground the Collective Team.
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Rituals: Morning/Evening L.O.V.E.™ Circles and Transcendental Meditation.
DAY 4
June 13 (Sat.)
Vitality & Education
Location: Island Immersion
(Big Island in Angra dos Reis)
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The Path: Holistic health, brain agility, and the science of the "upgraded" human.
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Yoga: Vitality Breath & Flow – Energizing the nervous system for longevity.
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The Alchemical Kitchen: The Brain-Fuel Workshop – Preparing neuro-protective nutrients.
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Rituals: Morning/Evening L.O.V.E.™ Circles and Transcendental Meditation.
Day 7
June 16 (Tue.)
Legacy
Location: Niterói (MAC Museum & Hike)
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The Path: The final ascent. Defining your impact and the blueprint of your future.
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Yoga: Ascension Flow – Peak-pose practice to anchor your new vision.
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The Final Alchemical Meal: A celebratory feast of impact, legacy, and vision.
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Rituals: Final L.O.V.E.™ Circle and The Sovereign Self Ceremony: A profound closing ritual to anchor your authentic power, strip away the last of the "noise," and step back into the world as your true, unshakeable self.
DAY 2
June 11 (Thu.)
Healing & Relationships
Location: Island Immersion (Big Island in Angra dos Reis)
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The Path: Releasing internal blocks to master the art of conscious connection.
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Yoga: Heart-Opening Flow – Releasing physical and emotional narratives.
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The Alchemical Kitchen: The Empathy Lab – Meal preparation focused on relational harmony.
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Intergenerational trauma healing
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Rituals: Morning/Evening L.O.V.E.™ Circles and Transcendental Meditation.
DAY 5
June 14 (Sun.)
EVOLution
Location: Island Immersion
(Big Island in Angra dos Reis) & Rio
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The Path: Shifting from self-actualization to the power of giving and helping.
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Yoga: Karma Yoga – Aligning physical movement with selfless purpose.
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The Alchemical Kitchen: The Gratitude Banquet – A ritual of service for the Collective Team.
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Rituals: Morning/Evening L.O.V.E.™ Circles and Transcendental Meditation.
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Return to Rio
Materials Included
Prepare to expand your vision and co-create your new reality.
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L.O.V.E.™ to EVOLve Kit
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Book "What is L.O.V.E.™?: A Transformational Guide to Self-Love, Self-Leadership, and Collective EVOLution" by Jacqueline Fonseca de Abreu
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Items to create a L.O.V.E.™ Board (Feel free to bring your own images)
- Handouts & Materials for group work
- Journal
- Pen
- Paper
- Art supplies
- Surprise items and gifts
- Certificate of conclusion
DAY 3
June 12 (Fri.)
Leadership & Optimism
Location: Island Immersion
(Big Island in Angra dos Reis)
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The Path: Leading your thoughts and life through radical resilience.
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Emotional regulation and authenticity
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Yoga: Warrior Power Yoga – Cultivating the strength to lead with vision.
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The Alchemical Kitchen: Flow-State Cooking – High-performance leadership in action.
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Rituals: Morning/Evening L.O.V.E.™ Circles and Transcendental Meditation.
DAY 6
June 15 (Mon.)
Integration
Location: Rio de Janeiro
(Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf)
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The Experience: Testing your new frequency against the pulse of the city.
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Yoga: Yoga of Presence – Finding stillness amidst the urban energy.
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Visit Christ the Redeemer
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Visit Sugarloaf Mountain
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Integration circle – reflecting on insights and embodied shifts from the retreat
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Free time
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Cultural experience
Bring someone you LOVE!
Enjoy and share this incredible transformational experience!
L.O.V.E.™ is about EVOLution—the power of rising together. True leadership is shared. We invite you to bring a partner, colleague, or loved one to experience this transformation by your side. Inquire for our Collective Team referral rates. Elevate your inner circle and anchor your legacy as a unified force for change. Step into this new era of sovereignty with a partner who mirrors your highest potential. Because the greatest journey is the one that leads us back to Source together.
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We hope this journey allows you to be your purest self, grow deeply, create meaningful connections, EVOLve, and enjoy the process along the way.
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This is a transformative intercultural experience of deep self-development and conscious leadership.
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Throughout the retreat, you will be gently invited to observe your patterns and limiting beliefs, and discover new ways of relating to yourself and your life.
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Your body, mind, and energy will be supported through practices designed to restore balance, clarity, and vitality.
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This is a holistic experience of renewal—supported by nourishing vegan meals and a conscious, healthy lifestyle throughout the retreat.
Join us for an unforgettable experience!
Included in
The HOME
Day 1
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Transportation from Copacabana to our home for 5 days in Angra dos Reis
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Boat ride to the island
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Stay in our home with shared rooms or maybe individual room (depending on your luck)
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Vegan lunch
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L.O.V.E. 2 Program
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Yoga & Meditation
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Vegan Dinner
Day 2
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Stay in our amazing home
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Yoga & Meditation
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L.O.V.E. 2 Program
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Vegan Breakfast
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Vegan Lunch
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Group leadership project
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Yoga & Meditation
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Vegan Dinner
Day 3
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Stay in our paradise
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Yoga & Meditation
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Vegan Breakfast
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L.O.V.E. 2 Program
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Vegan Lunch
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Group project
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Yoga & Meditation
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Vegan Dinner
Day 4
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Stay in our beautiful home
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Yoga & Meditation
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Vegan Breakfast
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L.O.V.E. 2 Program
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Vegan Lunch
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Group project
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Costume party
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Yoga & Meditation
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Vegan Dinner
Day 5
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Stay in our beautiful home
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Yoga & Meditation
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Vegan Breakfast
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Early Lunch
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Certificates
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Departure to Rio de Janeiro
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Stay in Hotel in Copacabana
Included in Rio Tours
Day 6
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Stay in hotel in Copacabana
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City tour to Christ the Redeemer
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City tour to Sugar Loaf
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Free time
Day 7
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Stay in Rio de Janeiro (check out about noon)
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Tour to Niteroi
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Transportation to airport
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End of our services
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Deep gratitude
Not included
Before and during your trip
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Airfare (GIG - Rio de Janeiro International Airport) or SDU (Santos Dumont Airport)
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Passport (make sure it is valid for at least 6 months)
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Visa (if necessary - verify expiration)
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Vaccine requirements (if necessary)
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Travel and health insurance (highly recommended before travel)
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International phone fees
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Meals outside of the house
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Airport and country fees and taxes
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Extra tours around the city
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Transportation, activities, and other expenses not mentioned that is included in the program
Registration is now open!
(Price per participant)
US$540.00 (Save your spot NOW!)
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Standard room (no ocean view) = US$ 2,700.00
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Superior room (partial ocean view) = US$ 2,900.00
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Executive room (sea view) = US$ 3,200.00
20% more than the early bird prices
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE EARLY BIRD PRICE AVAILABLE UNTIL APRIL 31, 2026.
OUR SPACE IS LIMITED! SAVE YOUR SPOT NOW!
Remember to bring...
FOR THE TRIP
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Passport
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Visa
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Phone
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Phone charger
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Global adaptor (the outlets in Brazil are different than in the USA and other countries)
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Hiking shoes
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Flip flops (beach shoes)
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Personal towel
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Beach towel
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Swimwear
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Warm clothes (temperatures drop in the evenings)
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Raincoat or umbrella (if you use them)
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Refillable water bottle
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Earth-friendly sunscreen
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Earth-friendly bug repellent (Very important! We will be surrounded by tons of vegetation around us!)
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Sun hat
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Sunglasses
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Personal care items (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, conditioner, etc.)
FOR THE L.O.V.E. PROGRAM
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Images from magazines to create your L.O.V. E. board
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A fun and inspiring costume for a party
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Yoga mat (if you want to)
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Yoga clothes
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Journal
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Cash (minimum of US$20) for donation to local cause
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A gift to be shared during a L.O.V.E. ceremony
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Your favorite outfits
IMPORTANT!
Please note that space in the van is limited and the house has stairs, so we kindly ask you to pack light—one personal item and one carry-on is more than enough, and you should be able to easily carry and manage your luggage throughout the journey, including on the boat, in the van, and within the house.
We look forward to welcoming you with an open heart—please bring your positive energy and much LOVE to share throughout this journey.
Important to know...
Program Essentials & Guidelines
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Program Flexibility
We’ll do our best to follow the planned schedule, but please understand that some changes may occur due to weather, traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances.
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Best Time to Visit
June is a beautiful time to experience Rio! Expect daytime temperatures in the mid-70s°F (mid-20s°C) with cooler evenings — perfect for outdoor exploration and relaxation.
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Island Retreat Stay
For 5 days of the program, we’ll stay together in a house located on a peaceful island surrounded by nature. It's the perfect setting for disconnection and rejuvenation.
Don't forget to bring sunscreen and bug repellent.
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Physical Requirements & Luggage
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Participants should be in relatively good physical shape, as the program involves walking, hiking, boat transportation, and accessing stairs in the house.
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Due to limited space in our transportation van, please pack one carry-on bag and one personal item only.
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Each participant must be able to carry their own luggage without assistance.
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Meals & Dietary Needs
All meals while we are in the house on the island will be prepared by us, together:-
As part of our V = Vitality philosophy, we believe that nourishing and sharing food is an essential part of building energy, community, and connection.
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Cooking will be a shared, mindful experience, and a valuable practice in team building and collaboration.
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Meals will be 100% vegan and plant-based, made with whole, natural ingredients — free from animal products and minimally processed.
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If you have allergies or specific dietary needs, please let us know at least one week before the program so we can plan accordingly.
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Please send us a list of your favorite foods and ingredients for your preferred vegan and plant-based recipes at least one week in advance.
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Substance-Free Environment
As part of our commitment to creating a space that supports clarity of mind, body, and spirit, this program is held in a substance-free environment:-
No alcohol, recreational drugs, tobacco, vapes, or other addictive substances are allowed inside the house.
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We understand that nicotine addiction is real, and we do not want to exclude anyone because of it. If you smoke or vape, please reach out to us in advance so we can guide you to designated outdoor areas where smoking may be permitted, if needed.
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Caffeine addiction is also real. While coffee will be available in the house, we highly recommend avoiding it during the program to fully benefit from the detox experience.
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If you are currently dealing with any addiction that affects your behavior or well-being, such as alcohol or other substances, we kindly ask that you consider postponing participation. This is to ensure a safe, supportive, and harmonious environment for all.
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The use or possession of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited.
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Exceptions will be made for prescribed medications for health reasons — just inform us ahead of time.
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Digital Detox
During our 5 days on the island, we ask participants to disconnect from electronics to fully embrace the experience.-
If you have small children or dependents you need to check on, limited use may be allowed — but only if absolutely necessary.
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Please discuss this with us in advance.
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Room Sharing & Assignments
Participants will likely share rooms in the house.-
If you’re attending with a friend, you’re welcome to request to room together — just let us know ahead of time.
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Room assignments will be determined by a fun lottery, so get ready to be lucky — and flexible! Feel free to trade rooms with others if both parties agree.
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Before You Go
After signing up, you’ll receive:-
A detailed program itinerary
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A Zoom link to join a pre-trip session, where we’ll teach you a few helpful words in Portuguese and share travel tips to make your experience even smoother.
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Have Questions?
Click HERE and we’ll be happy to help!
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We are deeply honored to welcome you into this journey of transformation.
We are looking forward to seeing you!
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