October 9 & 10, 2026
A Private Invitation From
Juan Luis Betancourt
We are so glad you're joining us.
Carol and Doug are honored to open their home for this transformative sacred gathering, and this page holds everything you'll want to know before you arrive.
A Sacred Group Circle is a space set aside for reconnecting with yourself, in the company of others who are doing the same. Many who join us describe it as deep, tender, and quietly life-changing. Above all, it is a space held in respect, safety, and confidentiality, and we take that responsibility seriously.
If you'd like to read more about the philosophy behind this work, our teaching on The Journey Toward Yourself is a good place to start.
The Weekend
Friday, Oct 9
Sacred Circle · 7 to 8 hours
- 4:00 PMArrival & WelcomeBegin arriving, settle in
- 5:00 PMGathering begins promptly
- NightSacred CircleApprox. 7 to 8 hours
- MidnightNourishing midnight mealSoup, fresh fruit, chips, dip
- MorningRest overnightFriday participants sleep on-site
- Sat 9:30Integration circleFor Friday-only participants
Saturday, Oct 10
Full day · optional bodywork · evening Sacred Circle
- MorningBreakfast served
- 10:00 AMOptional bodywork beginsWith Julia Roos · extra fee
- AfternoonHollywood Beach or garden rest15 min by Uber/Lyft
- 3:00 PMNew arrivals welcomeSaturday-only participants
- 4:00 PMSecond gathering begins
- MidnightMidnight meal
- Sun 9:30Integration after breakfastAll Saturday participants
Integration is a shared moment to talk through what came up for you and how it meets you in your everyday life and ongoing journey. Most guests plan to depart around 12:00 PM on Sunday.
Parking is limited to 10 spaces, so we warmly encourage rideshare whenever possible. The exact address and any parking notes will be shared with you directly once your spot is confirmed.
In the Days Before
One Week Prior
Please set aside recreational substances, sacred plants, and any microdosing for the full week leading up to our time together, so your body and mind arrive clear and ready.
The Day Before
Skip alcohol the day before, and keep caffeine light on the day itself. If you have any dietary restrictions, just let us know ahead of time.
On the day itself, please stop eating 4 hours before the start time, to allow your body to settle. Before you leave, drink two 8 oz glasses of water, ideally with an electrolyte packet (Emergen-C, Ultima, Nuun, or Liquid I.V. all work well).
Electrolytes are critical to maintain healthy sodium levels in the body and prevent dehydration. Hydrate well before you arrive.
A Closer Look at the Space
The garden, the quiet rooms inside, the corners shaped for rest, all of it has been prepared with this kind of gathering in mind. If you'd like a closer look before you arrive, we invite you to explore the space.
A quiet corner of the garden
Packing List
Bring With You
- A reusable water bottle
- Comfortable clothing, plus a change if you're staying both nights
- Toiletries
- A towel, if you live locally
We'll Have Ready
- Mats, blankets, and pillows
- Eye masks and ear plugs
- Water, Gatorade, and coconut water
- Midnight meals, breakfast, and Saturday brunch for both-day guests
Dress comfortably. We'll be gathered outside in the covered garden, with two quiet, air-conditioned rooms inside if you'd like a change of pace, shared spaces for anyone who needs them. The house has three bathrooms and three showers to share.
About Friday Night
James, of Vibrational Situations, will be offering his somatic bodywork both Friday and Saturday nights.
About Saturday Day
From 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturday, our massage therapist will be on site offering bodywork for an additional fee. If you're only joining us Saturday, you're welcome to come early and take advantage of this time.
After Saturday breakfast, anyone staying for a second night is welcome to head to Hollywood Beach, about fifteen minutes away by rideshare, or simply stay and settle into the garden.
Our booking system for these sessions will be released the week prior to the gathering, we'll send the link directly.
"Whatever you fight, you strengthen, and what you resist, persists."
Eckhart Tolle, The Power of NowOne Last Thing
If you're feeling unwell in the days beforehand, please reach out to us before making the trip. We ask everyone to take communicable illness seriously, out of care for the whole circle.
If this is your first time joining us, we'll be in touch beforehand for a gentle intake conversation to help prepare you. If you've been with us before, we'll check in about any medications or updates worth knowing ahead of time.
Supporting the Weekend
The offering for the weekend is $1,000 per person ($500 per night).
- Cash, in person
- Zelle, to 954-857-6894 (confirmation will appear as "Victoria Hospitality")
- PayPal, please mark as "friends and family" to avoid fees
- Cash App and Venmo, @carol-sydnor
If you've already paid a deposit to Juan, that will be applied toward your balance. Your remaining balance can be paid any time up to five days before the gathering, and we ask that it be settled by the night before. If your plans change, we simply ask for five days' notice to cancel.
If you're able, additional contributions are warmly welcomed, both for those who couldn't otherwise join us, and for the continued development of this space and the gatherings it holds.
Long before you arrive, a whole team is already at work behind the scenes, cooking, preparing, and holding space, so that when you walk through the door, all you have to do is be here. This is a space we hold with love, care, and dedication, and we can't wait to share it with you.
We're here for you.
Reach out any time, we're happy to help. Visit the Resources tab on our site for more pre and post gathering preparation guidance.
Find your way into the circle
This weekend is one part of the larger path we hold at Living Consciously. Here are a few places to go next.