Pauses are powerful, and we all deserve one.

Welcome to Pause.

A Daytreat Experience

Retreating does not have to mean traveling far, taking a chunk of time away or breaking the bank. We want to share the beauty of time intentionally spent and share how to retreat whenever you need a little extra self love and care.

Pause is a space for you to prioritize yourself with some guided journaling, nourishing food, hands on workshops, a beautiful community and so much more.

Past Pause experiences have included :

  • Guided Journaling

  • Breathwork

  • Sound Healing

  • Candle Making

  • Custom Tea Blending

  • Yoga Movement

  • Natural Facemask Workshop

  • Plant Based Lunch

  • Lifestyle Design Workshop

  • and much more!

Come experience the beauty of taking a pause and being in community.

Tickets are now available.

Ready to schedule your pause?

It all begins with choosing yourself. Entering the Pause experience, you will be surrounded by like minded community and support of expert facilitators, to lead you through a day of retreating, leaning into pausing and filling your own cup.

The day begins as a collective, a warm welcome into a beautiful and unique space. After settling in, we will participate in collective, interactive workshops to start and build our empowering and safe space. As we warm up with one another, we also begin to create space within ourselves to truly explore what a pause can do for us.

In the second half of the day, after nourishing with a plant based lunch, we have the “Create Your Own Retreat” segment, where the collective will break into more intimate groups to workshop. Everyone will get the opportunity to choose 2 of 4 workshops that will be provided, to create their ideal afternoon retreat.

We gather together as a community once more, to close out our day in a collective workshop and to embrace the unified energy and power behind taking our pause .

Meet Our Workshop Leaders

  • Dr. Hava Rose is a passionate entrepreneur, creator, writer, author and chiropractor based out of Philadelphia. Hava values creating experiences that allow people around her to feel safe and supported. Aside from doing this in caring for her patient community, Hava created another community, The Write Echo, that also embraces a safe and supportive environment for those who are looking to connect and express through journaling workshops.

    Hava will be your host for the day and will also be guiding a journaling experience that explores deeper layers of connection and love to self and the surrounding community.

  • Rasaq Lawal aka Mr. AfrVbz is a one of a kind dance and mindfulness facilitator who has revolutionized the world of dance and wellness through his innovative mix of African culture, eclectic music, fitness, and fun. Rasaq is a NASM-certified group fitness instructor, director, producer, and choreographer, who has performed on leading platforms such as So You Think You Can Dance (Season Six) and also as an opening performer for Grammy Award Winning artist Wizkid. 

    Rasaq blends a combination of comedy, motivational mantras, and unmatched energy to create an experience unlike anything ever seen in the dance wellness space. His palpable passion for spreading joy and positivity through culture and wellness has made him a rare force in the dance wellness arena.

  • Born in Santiago, Chile and now a Delaware based artist, Connie's artwork spans portraits, line art, nature themes, and abstract concepts. She uses a variety of mediums including acrylics, watercolors, soft pastels, oil pastels, paint markers, and pencils.

    Join us for creative exploration where we’ll delve into the art of deconstructed self-portraiture. Using a mirror or a photograph as a reference, participants will engage in a contour drawing of their faces, focusing on capturing their unique features with an open mind.

    This workshop encourages embracing imperfections and celebrating individuality. will be guided to integrate positive affirmations into their portraits, enhancing their artwork's personal and empowering nature. We will use bold black Sharpies and vibrant watercolors to bring our self-portraits to life, creating pieces that reflect our outer appearance and inner essence. This session is designed to foster self-expression and build confidence through art. Come ready to explore, create, and appreciate the beauty in your unique self.

  • We are Radiant Roots, Amrit + Joe. We have a mission to help spread knowledge surrounding plant based medicine. Our journey began with a shared belief in the transformative power of plants. We have both experienced first hand the incredible benefits of adopting not only a plant based diet but lifestyle. Combining our knowledge with our passion fueled the foundation of our wellness company. Plants are Life, eat them. We are excited to share some tips and tricks to keeping plant based eating easier and accessible on a daily basis. We will offer a hands on experience for making some of our favorite “ Mother Sauces “ that keep our kitchens rolling smoothly and kids asking for more. See ya there xoxo text goes here

  • Unlock the transformative power of microdosing and breathwork in this transformative workshop. Join us for a deep dive into the integration of these powerful practices to enhance well-being, creativity, and personal growth.

    This workshop includes an introduction to microdosing, breathwork and integration techniques. This workshop is ideal for anyone seeking to explore plant medicines and breathwork as tools for personal growth, emotional healing, and enhanced creativity. No prior experience is necessary, just an open mind and a willingness to explore.

  • Adriana, she/they, is a voracious, contemplative student and devoted teacher of yoga. Her teaching meets folks where they are in their journey by connecting potent practices to the present student at the aligned time. She shares the heart of the practice in ways that are sometimes silly and playful, sometimes subtle and deep, and always grounded in yogic principles alchemized by lived experience. Her aim as teacher is guiding individuals to move differently yet still together.

    She calls on her great teachers: nature and ancestor, along with over a thousand hours of training with revered facilitators and mentors and ten years of experience to guide both active and deeply restorative asana (postures), pranayama (engaging with vital life force through breath), guided awareness for deep rest, and yoga nidra (divine yogic sleep).

    Adriana emphasizes self-inquiry, discernment in action, sovereignty, and our innate interconnectedness to nourish student’s daily life and catalyzes individuals in their role in the collective, towards calling in a world where we all thrive.

    In this session, you will be led through intentional movement that nourishes the connection of body, breath, mind, and intuition followed by a guided awareness practice inviting all layers of your being to find deep, illuminative rest. 

  • Carley Simone is a Philadelphia creative, event planner, aspiring herbalist and martial arts student. She has been navigating entrepreneurship and her artistry through many life changing seasons. All of which lead her to deep dive in and through the abundant dimensions of art, spirituality, holistic healing and sustainability.

    Her aspirations include providing clean drinking water to her community, mentoring the youth and leading the conversation in death culture and practices. She invites others to co-create with her during a guided Soundbath meditation creative workshop or one of her upcoming wellness experiences.

  • Franchesca Isaac has been an acupuncturist since 2011, channeling her passion for holistic healing and helping others. Her academic journey began at Morgan State University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology, providing the scientific groundwork for her future in natural medicine. Seeking to merge her love for science with her innate desire to help others, Franchesca set her sights on Tri-State College of Acupuncture in New York City. Obtaining a Master's degree in Acupuncture.

    She finds immense joy in witnessing the transformative impact of acupuncture and East Asian medicine. Franchesca enjoys treating musculoskeletal pain conditions and supporting women trying to conceive, all the way through, to the postpartum stage. Outside the treatment room, Franchesca can be found tending to her own health and wellness journey, while enjoying simple pleasures of life. Such as tending to her plant babies, obsessing over her new found love of pilates, and spending time with her kids and family.

    Franchesca Isaac's journey is a beautiful blend of science, culture, family, and nature, all converging to create a life dedicated to fostering wellness, one acupuncture session at a time.

The Pause Partners

Check out what they are saying about Pause.

Pause Testimonial from Daytreater Toni

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FAQs

Who is pause. for?

Pause is for anyone who is seeking a day to pour into themselves with guidance and community. This is an inclusive space for anyone who is curious.

What is included?

All of the group workshops, selected workshops, food and beverages are covered with your ticket.

How does parking work?

Braid Mill is located in the historic Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia. The parking is both street parking and limited parking lot options. If driving please ensure you read all street signs for time limitations.

What do I need to bring with me?

You will want to bring anything that you feel comfortable in for the day. Feel free to bring along your own cushion or yoga mat for possible floor seating options. We are also asking you to bring your own journal, and pen. We also are asking everyone to bring an open heart, a curious mind, and a healthy appetite!