The Vibe Edit

Returning to Mizata, El Salvador, revealed how quickly retreat connections form, how deeply the land can hold us, and how much personal and entrepreneurial transformation can unfold in one year.

On my most recent trip, I sat down with Nestor, the lead teacher of the Mizata English Academy, to talk about the deeper work happening here — the kind of work your retreat spot helps nourish. This conversation wasn’t just an interview. It was a reminder of why I am committed to leading retreats that don't simply “drop in,” enjoy the land, and leave. Our intention is to be in authentic relationship with the community — to give back in ways that are tangible, long-term, and le