Pauses are powerful.
You 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, 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
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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.
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Gabbi creates experiences for curious self- healers to feel supported and connected as they journey deeper into self-discovery and growth. She grounds her practices and teachings in the foundation of our love within; believing that deepening our relationship with self, allows us to connect more authentically with every aspect of our life. As a 200 HR Registered Yoga Teacher and a Certified Holistic Wellness Life Coach each offering invites a journey back home, intentionally reconnecting you with your truest self.
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Tile Mosaics with Philadelphia's Magic Gardens.
Learn about the mosaic method used at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens and then create your own 4 x 4 inch mosaic with a variety of tiles and colored sand.
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Aura, the heart and soul behind Aura Wellness Atelier, brings a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for holistic healing. As the workshop host, Aura will guide you through the process of creating your own "Breathe Easy" tea blend, drawing on her expertise in holistic wellness and commitment to products that heal inside and out.
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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.
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Carin is a master natural dyer, artist, and educator based in Philadelphia. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in hands-on dye workshops that inspire creativity, connection, and sustainability. Her practice is rooted in the magic of plants, alchemy, and the deep joy of transforming textiles with nature.
After leaving a career in the fashion industry, Carin found healing through natural dyeing and now shares this practice as a way to slow down, reconnect, and create with intention. Her workshops are immersive experiences that blend artistry with mindfulness, offering a pause for exploration, play, and wonder.
For this retreat, Carin will guide participants through a Botanical Alchemy Dye Workshop, where they will work with flowers, roots, and leaves to create a vibrant, one-of-a-kind silk scarf. Through hands on exploration, storytelling, and the meditative process of dyeing, attendees will deepen their connection to the earth, their creativity, and the beauty of imperfection.
Botanical Alchemy: A Dyeing Ritual for Renewal
Join us for a hands-on journey into the magic of dyeing with nature, where we’ll transform fabric using the beauty of plants, flowers, and roots. This workshop is an invitation to slow down, connect with nature, and embrace the art of alchemy through botanical dyeing. Guided by master dyer Carin, owner of Dye on the Side, participants will explore the meditative process of working with plant-based pigments, learning techniques to create a one-of-a-kind silk scarf infused with intention. No experience is necessary, just bring your curiosity and a willingness to play. Leave with a nature dyed textile, a deeper connection to the creative process, and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of slowing down.
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shanina dionna (she/they) is a West Philadelphia-based visual and movement artist, certified PCEA (Person-Centered Expressive Arts) facilitator, and founder of the non-profit youth arts program, ARTbuds Philly. Committed to mental health advocacy and social change through the expressive arts, shanina piloted a tuition-free "Expressive Arts Healing" program at the Fleisher Art Memorial in South Philadelphia intended to serve BIPOC and multicultural communities. Collaborations with DBHIDS (Department of Behavioral Health & Intellectual disAbility Services), The Barnes Foundation, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, as well as national brands and universities including LIFEWTR and Moore College of Art & Design, mark shanina's impactful career.
shanina's work extends internationally, including an invitation to exhibit in Athens, Greece, and workshops for the University of Southern California and the Philadelphia System of Care. As a recent graduate from Temple University with a study focus on expressive arts and therapy, shanina is currently pursuing a master's degree exploring the intersections of arts, humanities, psychology, and social change. "Art helped save my life. I simply desire to pay that forward."
The Pause Partners
Check out what they are saying about Pause.
Pause Testimonial from Daytreater Toni
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Pause Testimonial from Pause Facilitator Bee
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!