05/05/2026
https://laughingorchard.org/
Essence:
This immersion is an invitation to return to the body as a source of truth, intelligence, and transformation.
In a world that often asks us to hold and control, we gently shift into listening, allowing, and moving from within.
Through movement and nature, we rediscover ease, clarity, and aliveness.
The Experience:
Pressure is not something to get rid of.
It is stored life force.
In this immersion, we:
• soften resistance
• allow expression
• reconnect with natural flow
This is a gentle unfolding, not a forced process.
What to expect:
• Daily Nia & 5Rhythms sessions
• Somatic inquiry & integration
• Multiple types of Meditations
• Nature-based experiences
• Time for rest & reflection
• Supportive group environment
The Journey:
Day 1 — Meeting the body & inner pressure
Day 2 — Deepening awareness
Day 3 — Emotional release
Day 4 — Softening & receiving
Day 5 — Play & expression
Day 6 — Integration
The Places:
• The Caldeira of Furnas
• Waterfalls & forest
• Hot springs & botanic garden
• Ocean beach
Each space supports a different stage of the inner journey.
About the Facilitators:
Amal Ismail:
is a transpersonal therapist, embodiment guide, and 2nd degree
black belt Nia teacher. Her work integrates body awareness,
movement, and transpersonal psychology to support individuals in
reconnecting with their inner truth and creative life force. She has facilitated retreats and programs internationally, guiding participants through experiences that combine depth, safety, and embodied transformation.
Randa Aburayyan:
is a design architect by profession and a certified 5Rhythms® teacher and certified holistic guidance counselor by passion. Following the desire to be of
service to others, she currently dedicates her time to private
holistic counseling as well as holding 5Rhythms® classes and
workshops to support individual journeys towards the
Authentic Self.