Why Girlfriends Like Us Need a Retreat—Now More Than Ever

Dr. Khnuma Simmonds
5 days ago
3 min read

Let’s be honest: we are all holding a lot right now. Whether you’re juggling a business, a job, a family, a creative vision—or all of the above—it’s easy to put yourself at the bottom of the list. But that stops here.

Burnout isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a crisis. A 2024 report by Indeed found that 62% of women report feeling “completely burned out", and the rate is even higher for Black and Brown women who are simultaneously navigating systemic bias, financial inequity, and cultural expectations to “be strong” no matter what.

At the same time, entrepreneurs and creatives are facing greater uncertainty. Rising inflation, political volatility, and a shifting digital economy are making women second-guess every dollar they spend—including on themselves. But here’s the truth: you can’t afford not to invest in your well-being.

That’s why Girlfriendism International, LLC is leading a wellness revolution in 2025 with a bold new concept:

GIRLFRIENDISM RETREAT DAYS!

These one-day experiences are curated specifically for women who are busy, mission-driven, and often overlooked by traditional self-care models. Think of it as a radical pause button—just long enough to reset, refuel, and rise again.

The Girlfriendism Retreat Day in North Carolina (June 14, 2025)

This is your invitation to press pause, reconnect with your purpose, and pour back into you. Still wondering if it’s for you? Here are 7 reasons why this one-day retreat is exactly what you’ve been craving:

1. It’s Designed for the Woman Who “Doesn’t Have Time”

Taking a full week off may not be possible—but one day? That’s doable. This mini-retreat packs the intention, transformation, and connection of a week-long escape into a single, powerful day. Because your rest and healing don't have to wait.

2. It Won’t Break the Bank

Let’s talk numbers: most retreats run $5,000 and up. Ours? Just $425 - Meals included. Workshops included. Girlfriends included. No passport required if traveling from the U.S. mainland or Territories, no extensive hotel stays —just a day (or weekend if you choose!) and a big return on investment.

In today’s economy, where 68% of small business owners report cutting personal wellness expenses to stay afloat (American Express 2023 Small Business Survey), this kind of access matters.

3. It’s a Safe Space to Just Be

You’ve been advocating, showing up, standing strong. But who’s holding space for you? This retreat is for the advocate, the healer, the changemaker who needs to breathe and be held for once. Let us pour into you.

4. You’ll Meet Your Tribe

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or community leader, this retreat is filled with women just like you: visionaries, doers, and dreamers who are building something powerful. Who knows? Your next collaborator—or best friend—might be waiting for you.

Research from the Harvard Business Review shows that women with strong networks are more likely to achieve professional success and personal fulfillment. Connection is strategy.

5. It’s a Creative Recharge

Expect dance, movement, aromatherapy, joy, and inspiration. This isn’t a sit-still-all-day kind of event. It’s about coming alive again—with your body, your spirit, organic skincare and your ideas. Creativity is medicine. Movement is how we remember ourselves.

6. Led By Girlfriends and Created With Intention

This isn’t just another generic self-care day. It’s a deeply intentional, heart-led experience crafted by and for women who know what it means to navigate the world with girlfriends, grace, grit, and soul.

At Girlfriendism, we don’t just host events—we build experiences that restore, reignite, and reimagine what wellness looks like for women like us.