The retreat was bliss. It was the bliss of diving into deep talks with a group of women that were curious and articulate and open to the complexity of the world. I want more of this in my life.
— J.G. San Francisco, CA
The Unspeakeasy began with a life-changing retreat in the California desert. Since then, women have gathered in beautiful settings for extraordinary conversations and enduring connections.
What happens at an Unspeakeasy Retreat?
In a word: talking. And more talking. Over the course of a weekend--or, in the case of overnight retreats, four days and three nights--Meghan facilitates conversations on a range of topics, curated around participants’ interests and areas of knowledge. Guest speakers join in person and/or via Zoom. We have lunch (and sometimes dinner), eat chocolate, laugh a lot, and learn even more. As with all Unspeakeasy events, everything is off-the-record.
What DOES NOT happen at a retreat?
There are no trust exercises, breakout groups, talking sticks, walking meditations, or mandatory outings. (There might be yoga and some hiking opportunities, but it’s optional!) Most importantly, there is no social media usage regarding the retreat while it’s in session. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, what happens at an Unspeakeasy retreat, including names of participants, stays at the retreat.
Who comes to an Unspeakeasy Retreat?
All kinds of women of all ages and from all kinds of backgrounds attend retreats. This is not a gathering of thought criminals or a secret cabal of girl bosses. The point of The Unspeakeasy is to bring together women representing a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Retreat participants have ranged in age from their twenties to their seventies and have included teachers, scientists, librarians, political consultants, stage performers, stay-at-home moms, students, healthcare providers, community organizers ... the list goes on and on and is always expanding.