Beneath the Armor™ Retreat Registration
Beneath the Armor™ Men's Retreat
"Strength in Vulnerability. Power in Connection."
October 3–5, 2025 | The Rustic Inn Retreat Center, E10725 County Rd HH, Osseo, WI
REGISTRATION CLOSES AFTER SEPTEMBER 15, 2025!
Step away from the noise of everyday life and into a sacred space created for men ready to explore true strength, vulnerability, and connection. Over this transformative weekend, you’ll experience crystal sound bowl healing, dynamic sessions, the creation of your own medicine pouch, a fire ceremony and drum circle, and guided practices rooted in the Medicine Wheel and The Four Agreements.
This retreat will be led by Diane Littel, founder of Earthways Healing — a seasoned psychotherapist (MS, LPC, CSAC), Intuitive Healer, and Sacred Space Holder with over 20 years of experience guiding transformational healing. As an Earth Medicine Woman, Diane blends ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic practices to help others awaken their inner truth and reclaim wholeness. Her Menominee name, Kenew Naehwaeqnen (“Golden Eagle Wind”), was gifted to her by an ancestor in recognition of her connection to spirit, culture, and her dedication to aiding the healing of others.
As an Earth Spirit Medicine™ Practitioner/Teacher and Reiki Master/Teacher, Diane’s work is grounded, compassionate, and deeply connected to the rhythms of nature and the wisdom of spirit. Her presence offers a safe and soulful container for you to step out from behind your armor and into the fullness of who you truly are.
Throughout the weekend, you’ll be invited to explore what it means to be a whole man — integrating strength, openness, and authenticity. This is an opportunity to connect with other men in honest, supportive, and meaningful ways.
Join us and discover the freedom, power, and peace that come when you lay down the armor and walk in your truth.
Ceremony to honor the cycles of release, renewal, and rebirth that open the heart and honor your becoming. Mirror work & breathwork journeys for emotional clarity. Ceremonies for release, integration, and celebration
A short summary of what to expect during this weekend include: Somatic release exercises; fire ceremony; drumming, creating your own medicine intention pouch & release ceremony; Evening ceremonies for release, integration, and celebration!
Sacred Intention / Medicine bag creation In this hands-on ritual, you will craft your own personal medicine bag — a sacred pouch to hold items of meaning, protection, and power. Guided by tradition and your own intuition, you’ll choose symbolic elements that reflect your intentions for healing, growth, and transformation. This bag becomes a living reminder of your journey, carrying the energy of your prayers, dreams, and commitments.  
“The Man I Am” Soul Collage Creation  You’ll explore and connect with powerful archetypes, gods, and mythical beings that reflect aspects of your own inner landscape. Using imagery, symbolism, and intuitive selection, you’ll create a personal collage card that embodies your strength, wisdom, vulnerability, and purpose. This visual talisman will serve as both a mirror and a guide — reminding you of the divine forces within and around you as you walk your path as a whole, authentic man.
Fire Ceremony A sacred evening ritual to release what no longer serves you and call in what your soul longs for. Through guided intention setting, drumming, and the transformative power of fire, you’ll offer your words, prayers, and symbols to the flames — honoring the cycles of letting go and renewal, and leaving with a lighter heart and clearer path forward.  
Sound Bath & Yoga with Jeffrey  Immerse yourself in a restorative journey combining gentle yoga movements with the healing vibrations of crystal singing bowls. Guided by Jeffrey, this session invites your body to soften, your breath to deepen, and your mind to quiet as sound and movement work together to release tension and restore balance. The resonance of the bowls helps realign your energy, while mindful stretches open pathways for peace, clarity, and renewal.
What Your Retreat Includes /All-Inclusive Weekend Experience:
Friday dinner 5pm, Saturday breakfast 8AM/lunch at 1230PM/dinner 530PM, Sunday breakfast 8AM.
Also included is a Journal, pen, any and ALL materials needed for rituals / ceremonies.
Accommodations – Rustic Inn Retreat Center
Our home for the weekend will be the cozy Rustic Inn Retreat Center in Osseo, WI. You’ll enjoy shared spaces that foster connection, while still having your own comfortable bed for rest at night. The Inn has several bathrooms to accommadate all, one even has a whirlpool in it! The Inn offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with plenty of room to gather, move, and relax. Outside, a welcoming fire pit awaits for evening conversations and ceremony, and the surrounding grounds provide space to stretch, walk, and connect with nature.
What to Bring & What to Wear:
Prepare your body, mind, and spirit for a weekend of sacred connection.
Weather-appropriate layers (including a raincoat or umbrella)
Bug spray for peaceful evenings outdoors
Toiletries/Personal Hygiene and any personal care items
Coffee or tea will be available  
Favorite snacks or comfort items bring to share or have for yourself, if you have a beverage of choice you enjoy please feel free to bring (no alcohol allowed)
A journal and pen for reflection (a journal is also provided)
A water bottle to stay hydrated
**There will be dedicated time for: Quiet reflection, connection with nature, and restorative rest.
Tentative schedule:
FRIDAY
Check in at 3PM Friday, get acclimated and settled into your space
5:30PM Dinner (meat, potato and salad), 6:30PM gather to start event, 8:30PM hang out by fire or go to bed
SATURDAY
Breakfast 8:00AM (yogurt and fixings, eggs, sausage and potatoes), 9:30AM start of program - 11:30AM, Lunch 12:30PM (soup/sandwiches), afternoon session 2:00PM - 4:30PM, Dinner 5:30PM (TBD), evening session 7:00PM - 9:00PM afterwards site around fire or go to bed
SUNDAY
Breakfast 8:00AM (yogurt and fixings, eggs, sausage and potatoes), 9:30AM start of program with a few breaks in between ending at 1:30PM
**Fruit will be available for breakfasts and for snacks each day.
COST: $555 per person  
Spots are limited to preserve the intimacy and depth of our shared experience. We invite you to join us in this sacred circle.
Payment Method for the Retreat (use the following links for payment):
Venmo - pay using this Venmo link https://www.venmo.com/u/Diane-Littel
OR by Credit or Debit Card processed through this secure Square link https://square.link/u/OUN13ftE 
REFUND Policy:
Since the retreat is less than 2 months away:  after the retreat monies have been received and you decide to cancel or cannot make the event, there will be NO REFUND.  
If you have any questions Contact Diane at (906)281-6007 or earthwayshealing@gmail.com 

Beneath the Armor™ Men's Retreat by: Diane Littel: MS, LPC, CSAC, Earth Spirit Medicine™ Practitioner/Teacher, Reiki Master Teacher
                             Sacred Space Holder • Intuitive Healer • Earth Medicine Woman
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Welcome to the Beneath the Armor™ Men’s Retreat — a sacred space created with intention, brotherhood, and grounded strength.
During this retreat, you will be witnessed, honored, and invited to reconnect with your inner wisdom, authentic power, and sacred purpose.
Through movement, reflection, ritual, creative expression, and soul-deep connection, you will be guided to stand in your truth, expand your courage, deepen your compassion, and embody the man you were always meant to be.
You are not here by accident.
You were called.
And we are deeply grateful that you answered.
Let this be your time to pause, release, rise, and remember…
You are a man of heart and strength — grounded, wise, and powerfully worthy.
Bright Blessing to you on this journey,
— Diane Littel🌿🪶
Welcome Brothers,
I am deeply honored to walk beside you during this powerful journey. Over the next few days, I’ll be guiding you through sound healing with crystal bowls, gentle yoga, and movement practices designed to help you reconnect with your body, release what no longer serves you, and awaken your inner strength.
This retreat is a space for men to shed old armor, open the heart, and embody vulnerability without losing power. Through sound, breath, and movement, we’ll invite balance between mind, body, and spirit — helping you step into your most authentic self.
I’m grateful you’ve chosen to be here, to show up for yourself, and to walk this path with your brothers. Together, we’ll create a safe, grounded, and sacred container where healing, connection, and transformation can unfold.
Welcome to the circle. Welcome home.
With gratitude,
Jeffrey Hugdahl 🌿🌀
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Retreat Liability & Responsibility Statement
By registering for the Beneath the Armor™ Men's Retreat, I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in a weekend of wellness, somatic movement, creative exploration, and group activities held at The Rustic Inn Retreat Center from October 3–5, 2025.
I understand that this retreat may include activities such as gentle movement, breathwork, somatic release practices, creative exercises (including however not limited to, painting and creating collages), nature walks, and ceremonial rituals. I affirm that I am physically, emotionally, and mentally able to participate in such activities or will communicate any limitations with the facilitators in advance.
I release Diane Littel, Earthways Healing, and all affiliated facilitators, volunteers, and The Rustic Inn Retreat Center from any and all liability, claims, or demands that may arise from my participation. I accept full responsibility for my personal well-being and safety during the retreat. I understand that this retreat is not a substitute for medical or psychological care, and I am responsible for seeking professional support if needed.
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