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The Nervous System Reset

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A Weekend to Come Back to Yourself

The Nervous System Reset: A Heartwood at Vassar x MĒNOS Retreat

November 13-15, 2026

Set against the quiet autumn beauty of the Vassar College arboretum, The Nervous System Reset is an intimate, 3-day immersion designed to soften the noise, step out of constant urgency, and reconnect with a steadier rhythm. In partnership with MĒNOS, we invite you into a space where deep rest is not just an afterthought, it is the entire practice.

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The Experience & Intention

Beyond the Pace of Urgency

Modern life constantly asks us to perform, respond, and produce. This weekend is an invitation to pause that noise. Through a curated blend of intentional breathwork, sound healing, gentle movement, nervous-system education, and botanical skincare rituals, you will learn to listen to what your body has been holding.

This isn't about fixing who you are; it’s about creating enough safety and stillness to remember the clarity that exists beneath the surface.

What Awaits You

  • Nervous System Education & Integration: Understand your body's stress responses and leave with custom tools to navigate daily life with ease. 
  • Guided MĒNOS Skin Ritual: Experience an interactive, touch-focused skincare session connecting botanical formulas to emotional well-being.
  • Quiet Healing: An osteopathic exploration of pain, perception, and mind-body safety led by Dr. Katie Hatt, DO.
  • Restorative Movement & Sound: Unwind with beginner-friendly morning yoga, grounding meditation, and immersive soundscapes.
  • Nourishing Hudson Valley Dining: Shared meals, curated light bites, and local flavors hosted at The Salt Line at Vassar.

The Weekend Flow

Friday

Arrive & Soften

  • Afternoon Check-In: Arrive at The Heartwood, settle into your room, and let the outside world fade away. 
  • Opening Gathering & Welcome Ritual: Meet your guides and fellow retreat guests in a warm, welcoming space. 
  • Light Bites & Evening Sound: Unwind from your travel with nourishing bites, followed by a grounding meditation and sound bath before bed.

Saturday

Reset & Restore

  • Morning Yoga & Breakfast: Begin the day with slow, spacious movement accessible to all levels, followed by a hearty Hudson Valley breakfast. 
  • Nervous System Education & Quiet Healing: Explore how stress impacts the body and mind through interactive sessions with Sarah Mirsini Hjorthol and Dr. Katie Hatt.
  • Lunch & Unstructured Time: Enjoy a long, restful break to wander the arboretum grounds, read by the fireplace, or simply rest in your room.
  • Guided MĒNOS Skin Ritual & Shared Dinner: Regather for an evening botanical skin session, followed by a seasonal community dinner and fireside tarot reading.

Sunday

Integrate & Return

  • Morning Grounding & Breakfast: Wake up gently with light breathwork and breakfast at The Salt Line.
  • Personal Ritual Mapping: Map out realistic, supportive practices to bring the retreat experience home with you.
  • Farewell & Departure: Depart feeling lighter, clearer, and deeply rested.

Meet Your Guides

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Sarah Mirsini Hjorthol

Founder & Creative Director of MĒNOS

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Dr. Katie Hatt, DO

Osteopathic Physiatrist & Founder of Quiet Healing

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Private Stay

Private King Guestroom | $1,695 per person

Ideal for those who crave a personal sanctuary for solo reflection and uninterrupted rest. Includes 2 nights, all retreat programming, meals, and MĒNOS gift kit. 

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Shared Stay

Double-Queen Guestroom | $1,295 per person

Perfect for friends or travel partners joining the retreat together. Includes 2 nights, all retreat programming, meals, and MĒNOS gift kit.

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Local Experience

Non-Overnight Pass | $795 per person

Designed for Hudson Valley locals who wish to participate in the full program and scheduled meals without hotel stays. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know

Not at all. Every session is gently guided and fully accessible to beginners. You are always encouraged to participate at whatever pace feels comfortable for you.

Absolutely. This experience is designed to feel intimate and welcoming, and many guests attend independently.

Yes. The culinary team at The Salt Line at Vassar will accommodate dietary preferences and restrictions with advance notice.

Bring comfortable clothes you can easily move and rest in, a journal, warm layers for campus walks, and an open mind. A comprehensive packing guide will be sent prior to arrival.

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Your Body Has Been Speaking.

This Is Your Time to Listen.

Join us at The Heartwood at Vassar for two nights of rest, ritual, and return. Reserve your place before our limited 20-guest capacity fills.

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