The Heart of Healing
A self-Compassion Retreat
with amy finlay-jones, maria paula jimenez & théA eve
location: ubud, bali
august 31 - september 6, 2025
This year, we return to Bali for six transformative nights dedicated to the practice of self-compassion - where the island's natural beauty and spiritual depth create the perfect setting for inner work.
The Heart of Healing is an invitation to reconnect with your authentic self in one of the world's most deeply spiritual and captivatingly beautiful environments. Here, in our magical jungle estate, you'll join a thoughtfully gathered group of like-minded individuals on a shared journey inward.
Under the expert guidance of Amy Finlay-Jones, Maria Paula Jimenez, and Théa Eve - each bringing substantial experience in self-compassion science, somatic therapy, and contemplative practice - you'll develop practical skills that extend far beyond the retreat.
What sets this retreat apart is its balanced approach: powerful learning experiences paired with meaningful space for integration alongside yin yoga, breathwork, and massage.
Throughout your stay, the Balinese principle of "Tri Hita Karana" -harmony between humans, nature, and the divine - infuses each experience. From shared meals featuring local cuisine to cultural immersion in island traditions, everyday moments become opportunities for deepening awareness and connection.
This isn't simply a wellness getaway but a carefully designed opportunity to transform your relationship with yourself. You'll return home with practical tools and embodied experiences that continue to nurture self-compassion in your everyday life.
RETREAT INCLUDES
Six nights stay at our exclusive riverside estate
Meals prepared by the estate’s private chefs, including breakfast, lunch, + dinner daily
Daily self-compassion workshops with Kindful founder Amy Finlay-Jones
Daily compassion meditation and yoga practice with Maria Paula Jimenez
A group breathwork workshop with Théa Eve of Breathing Space Bali
A guided workshop to discover the art of jamu, indonesia’s revered herbal wellness tradition
An individual breathwork session with Théa Eve
a traditional balinese bodywork session with our in-house masseuse
Suites and Rates
Pool Suites
Each suite has a king bed + daybed, private bathroom, and private pool. USD$2300 per person triple share | USD$2650 per person twin share | USD$3900 single occupancy [Sold Out]
Deluxe Suites
Each suite has a king bed and private bathroom. These suites have a separate living space or terrace and can accommodate an extra guest on a single bed. USD$2100 per person triple share | USD$2400 per person twin share | USD$3400 single occupancy [Sold Out]
Superior Suites
Each suite has queen bed and private bathroom. One single bed can be added. USD$1900 per person triple share | USD$2200 per person twin share | USD$3200 single occupancy.
Standard Suites
Each suite has a queen bed and private bathroom. All suites have beautiful garden views. One single can be added to some rooms. USD$1800 per person triple share | USD$2100 per person twin share | USD$3000 single occupancy.
a note from amy
“Self-compassion is about relating to ourselves with patience, wisdom, understanding and kindness. It is about uncovering and strengthening these qualities in ourselves and learning how to apply them during the times when it feels the hardest.”
It is the practice of slowing down to take time to listen to what is in our own hearts and bodies. Self-compassion involves the courage to look at where we turn away from our pain and where we shut down on ourselves.
Years of studying and practising self-compassion has taught me that self-compassion is at the core of our capacity to heal. Yet self-compassion is not something that can simply be understood intellectually. It must be practised, felt and deeply embodied if we are to truly benefit from it. This practice is personal yet is greatly enhanced by community.
On this profoundly nurturing retreat, we will take the time to experience and embody a very different way of relating to ourselves - one that is inherently wise, compassionate, and oriented to genuine caring.
I hope you will join us in Ubud as we journey to the heart of healing together.
TRAVEL INFOrmation
+ Airfare + transport not included — The retreat is located approximately 90 minutes from Denpasar (DPS) airport. We are happy to connect you with a driver who can transport you to the retreat, otherwise taxis are readily available.
+ Check in is from 3:00pm on Sunday, August 31st and check out is by 11am on Saturday September 6th. We recommend that you plan to arrive either the day before the retreat starts, or the morning of the retreat to give yourself time to relax and settle in before the retreat commences.
CANCELLATION POLICY
While we're committed to making your retreat experience wonderful, we want to be transparent about our refund policy. Your deposit to Kindful unfortunately isn't refundable, but our balance payment refunds work like this:
If you need to cancel more than 90 days before your retreat begins, we're happy to refund 100% of your balance payment (though we can't return the deposit). For cancellations between 60-90 days before the retreat, we'll refund 50% of your balance payment. Within 60 days of the retreat (after July 1), we're unable to offer refunds. This policy applies to all situations, including weather challenges, health concerns, or personal emergencies. We also can't provide refunds or credit if you miss the retreat, arrive late, or need to leave early.
We understand that life is unpredictable! While everyone books with the best intentions, unexpected things happen, which is why we recommend considering travel insurance for extra peace of mind.
Should we need to cancel a retreat for any reason, you're welcome to transfer your full payment to another wonderful retreat experience, or request a refund of your payment (excluding the deposit, which you can apply to a future retreat). Please note that Kindful can't cover expenses you've incurred while preparing for your trip, such as flights, lost work time, or other travel arrangements.