Nervous System & Nature Retreat (Earth Element)
Nervous System & Nature Retreat (Earth Element)
September 18th - 20th 2026, in Leksand, Dalarna
Step away from the noise. Come back to what supports you.
This 3-day retreat is for high performers who have become very good at carrying a lot: responsibilities, expectations, work, family, but are beginning to feel the cost in their body.
Perhaps your energy is inconsistent, your mind rarely switches off, your digestion changes under pressure, or you find it difficult to truly rest and receive support even when you know you need it.
For 3 days, we create space to slow the pace, understand what your nervous system and body are communicating, and practise a different way of supporting yourself.
The Earth focus: Ground & Nourish
This retreat explores the relationship between the heart, gut, brain, fascia, and nervous system, and what becomes possible when the body experiences enough safety to soften. We explore nourishment in its wider sense: food and hydration, but also rest, connection, coherence, movement, belonging, and our ability to receive support. We pay attention to the places where we may feel stuck or rigid, in our bodies, our fascia, our thinking, or our relationships, and begin creating more flexibility, flow, and capacity in both body and mind.
Late summer also invites us to digest and integrate, not only our food, but our experiences and the lessons life has given us. Through nervous system education, somatic practices, time in nature, Heart Coherence, movement, fascia work, restorative nutrition, hydration, and meaningful connection, we explore what it feels like to trust a little more, to allow ourselves to be supported and held, and to reconnect with ourselves and others. Rather than forcing change, we create the conditions for the nervous system to shift state, and from a different internal state, healing, connection, trust, and restoration can begin to unfold.
“A flower can’t be opened with a hammer.”
This weekend is not about forcing your body to change. It’s about creating the conditions that allow change to happen.
During the retreat, we’ll explore:
— The relationship between your gut, brain and nervous system, and how it can affect energy, digestion and stress
— How chronic pressure can show up through tension, bracing and difficulty properly settling
— Nourishment and hydration as part of nervous system recovery
— Heart coherence, somatic awareness and practical regulation tools
— How to recognise what genuinely supports your body rather than automatically pushing through
You’ll leave with:
— Practical tools you can use when stress begins to build in everyday life
— A better understanding of your body’s signals and what they may be asking for
— New ways to support digestion, energy, recovery and nervous system regulation
— A greater sense of grounding, connection and trust in your body
— Space to experience what it feels like to be supported rather than carrying everything yourself
The Schedule
Friday 18th September
13:00-14:30 | Lunch & welcome
14:30-17:00 | Workshop
17:00-18:30 | Down time (e.g. sauna, walk, chill)
18:30-19:30 | Dinner
19:30-21:30 | Soft evening session
Saturday 19th September
07:30-08:30 | Morning light & gentle movement
08:30-10:00 | Breakfast
10:00-12:00 | Workshop
12:00-14:00 | Lunch & nature time
14:00-16:00 | Workshop
16:00-18:00 | Down time (e.g. sauna, walk, chill)
18:00-19:30 | Dinner
19:30-21:30 | Soft evening session
Sunday 20th September
07:30-08:30 | Morning light & gentle movement
08:30-10:00 | Breakfast
10:00-12:00 | Workshop
12:00-13:00 | Lunch & goodbyes!
A weekend shaped by nature
Held at Molnbyggen Strand in Dalarna, the retreat unfolds beside forest and water, with space to move between learning, nature, nourishing meals, sauna, rest and connection.
This isn’t an experience where you need to be “on” all weekend. The workshops are practical and embodied rather than traditional lectures, with time to explore, practise, reflect and simply let the work land.
This is not about doing more, it’s about learning how your body actually works, and working with it.
Details & Investment:
— Maximum 9 participants
— 3-day retreat at Molnbyggen Strand, Dalarna
— Workshops, somatic practices, nature, sauna and time for integration
— All meals and accommodation included
— One ne complimentary month insideThe Nervous System Circle, giving you continued access to my online community, nervous system resources and ongoing support after you return home.
— Single retreat: 9,000 SEK
Travel to Dalarna is not included. Pickup from the local train station can be arranged, please just let me know your arrival time in advance.
Want to continue beyond one weekend?
This retreat forms part of The Nervous System & Nature Retreat Series, five seasonal retreats designed to build on one another across 12 months, and is open to everyone.
Meet Your Host
Louise Tjernqvist is a former Swedish National Team swimmer and Olympic medallist with more than 18 years of experience across integrative health, functional medicine, nutrition and nervous system regulation.
Having lived the high-performance world herself, Louise understands both the drive to keep going and what happens when the body can no longer match the pace being asked of it. Her work brings together physiology, nervous system education and body-based practices to help high performers understand their body more deeply and build a more sustainable relationship with stress, recovery and performance.
Join the September Retreat (fill in the form)
If the Earth retreat feels like what you need right now, fill in the form below to register your interest. You can join this retreat on its own or choose to continue through the complete 12-month Nervous System & Nature Retreat Series.
Please ensure you read the terms & conditions and cancellation policy here before registering.
Please do not share personal health details or medical history in this form.
Hälsohelg med Hälsosammamöten
Den 26–27 september bjuder Hälsosamma Möten in till en inspirerande hälsohelg fylld med rörelse, återhämtning, kunskap och gemenskap. Under två dagar får du möjlighet att stanna upp, fylla på med energi och utforska olika vägar till ökat välmående genom träning, yoga, föreläsningar och tid för återhämtning i en vacker och avkopplande miljö.
Helgen kombinerar praktiska pass med fördjupande föreläsningar om hälsa, stress, styrka, livsstil och kroppens naturliga återhämtningssystem. Fokus ligger på att skapa hållbara vanor och ökad förståelse för hur rörelse, återhämtning, sömn, stresshantering och gemenskap påverkar vår hälsa över tid. Oavsett tidigare erfarenhet finns aktiviteter som passar olika nivåer och behov.
Detta är en möjlighet att investera i både kropp och sinne tillsammans med likasinnade människor i en varm och välkomnande atmosfär. Genom kunskap, rörelse, reflektion och gemenskap skapas utrymme för att landa, få ny inspiration och ta med sig konkreta verktyg hem för ett mer balanserat och hållbart välmående.
Mer info & boka din plats: HÄR
Book Club: The Biology of Trauma
Biology of Trauma Book Club & Study Circle
A guided 2 month journey through the book — together
I’m so excited to host, yet again, this alongside my dear friend and colleague Manisha Billimoria, Mastery Level Biology of Trauma Practitioner and CI Therapist.
This is more than a book club. It is a guided study and integration circle where we explore The Biology of Trauma together — slowly, reflectively, and with curiosity.
Our intention is simple: To increase awareness. To deepen understanding. And through that — make a difference.
No pressure. No fixing.
Just learning, reflection, and growing together.
What’s Included
✔ Start-up session
✔ Guided reflection & discussion
✔ Bi-weekly study circles through the summer
✔ Workbook (included with the book purchase)
Practical Information
Cost: 495 SEK / person ( the book not included)
Book required:
Participants need their own copy of The Biology of Trauma
Language:
Sessions held in English
Duration
A 2-month journey through October and November
✔ Start-up session: October 1 st
⏰ 08:30–09:30 CET (Stockholm)
✔ 9 session in total
✔ Meetings held every Thursday
✔ Time: 08:30 CET (Stockholm)
Limited spots available.
We hope this becomes a space to learn, reflect, connect — and perhaps understand yourself and others a little differently along the way.
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
Discover Natural Stress Relief with Neurogenic Tremors
Learn this powerful self-help tool to release stress and tension, and restore calm, mental clarity, and connection. In this workshop, we’ll soften the fascia, increase blood flow, and gently ground into our bodies. You’ll also receive insights into the nervous system and the theory behind why this method works — to help motivate and support your healing journey. A light, nourishing snack will be served.
Learn how to release stored stress naturally through neurogenic tremors. Read more here
Introduction Package Inclusions:
Workshop 2h session and a drop- in session 60 min.
Mandatory Health Form: Complete this form before your first session. It will be sent to you via Kaddio.
Introduction Video: A required video located in my educational space on Mighty Networks. Access will be provided in your booking confirmation.
TRE Folder: Essential resources for your journey.
Limited spots available.
BOOK HERE: Be sure to select your location: Leksand (for in person)
Tao of Trauma Workshop
The Tao of Trauma — Live in Stockholm
Stockholm, Sweden | April 2–4, 2027
With Alaine Duncan, author of The Tao of Trauma
Hosted by The Tao of Trauma Team in collaboration with Louise Tjernqvist
An East-meets-West approach to understanding trauma
What if the way we respond to trauma isn’t random — but follows recognizable patterns?
When Peter Levine described the sequence of the Self-Protective Response observed in predator–prey relationships, he identified a movement that Alaine Duncan later recognized within the ancient Five Element model of Chinese Medicine.
In this experiential and clinically grounded workshop, Alaine brings these worlds together — weaving the Five Elements, neurophysiology of the Self-Protective Response, Polyvagal Theory, Adverse Childhood Experiences and bottom-up approaches to healing.
During this workshop, you will:
• Discover survival patterns through the Five Elements.
Explore how the Five Elements can help us understand different patterns of protection and identify where the natural movement through a self-protective response may have become interrupted.
• Understand why “just relax” often doesn’t work.
If we try to move someone toward calm without understanding the survival pattern underneath, the nervous system may simply return to its familiar protective state. Rather than pushing the system toward regulation, we learn to recognize what it is protecting and what it may need to complete.
• Learn to see beyond the symptom.
Chronic tension and pain, digestive disturbances, insomnia, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, collapse and other complex symptoms may reflect deeper patterns of unresolved protective responses. The Five Elements offer another map for understanding where these patterns may be expressed in the body, emotions and physiology.
• Bring the model into clinical practice.
Through teaching, embodied exploration and live clinical observation, learn to recognize patterns of brace, collapse and dysregulation — and develop a more nuanced understanding of how to support regulation, resilience and capacity.
About the Workshop
The Tao of Trauma offers an integrative framework for understanding traumatic stress through the combined lens of Chinese Medicine and Western neurobiology.
Rather than viewing trauma only through symptoms or diagnoses, the model helps practitioners become curious about the protective response underneath: Where did the system become interrupted? What survival pattern are we seeing? And what might help restore movement rather than simply suppress the response?
Across the workshop, we will explore these principles through teaching, reflection, experiential practice and clinical application.
Workshop Dates
Two-Day Teaching & Practice Workshop
April 2–3, 2027
09:00–17:00
Stockholm, Sweden
Two full days with Alaine exploring the foundations of the Tao of Trauma model through teaching, experiential exercises, reflection and clinical application.
Clinical Observation & Demo Day
April 4, 2027
09:00–13:00
On the final morning, Alaine and her team will work with live client cases, giving participants an opportunity to observe the model being applied in a clinical setting.
Who This Is For
This workshop is designed for practitioners interested in trauma-informed and body-based approaches to healing, including:
Acupuncturists and Chinese Medicine practitioners
Somatic Experiencing practitioners
Massage and body therapists
Mental health professionals
Holistic and functional practitioners
Bodyworkers
Practitioners working within trauma-informed care
Members of the Tao of Trauma and Somatic Experiencing communities
No previous Tao of Trauma training is required.
Limited to 20 participants to support an intimate and experiential learning environment.
Investment
Two-Day Workshop | April 2–3
Early Bird: 2,900 SEK
Available until December 31, 2026
Regular price: 3,400 SEK
From January 1, 2027
Clinical Observation & Demo Day | April 4
Practitioner observation: 500 SEK
Individual Sessions with Alaine
A limited number of individual sessions with Alaine will also be available during her time in Stockholm.
500 SEK per session
Only 4 sessions available
About Alaine Duncan
Alaine Duncan has developed a unique approach to acupuncture and trauma healing that integrates modern understanding of the neurobiology of traumatic stress with ancient principles from Acupuncture and Asian Medicine.
She graduated from acupuncture school in 1990 and completed Somatic Experiencing training in 2007. In 2012, she founded Integrative Healing, LLC, with the intention of bringing Chinese Medicine, neurobiology and trauma healing together in both the classroom and treatment room.
Her research background includes integrative medicine for compassion fatigue in military caregivers, acupuncture for combat-related traumatic stress, chronic headaches in veterans with traumatic brain injuries, pain in veterans and Gulf War Veterans Illness.
She is the author of The Tao of Trauma: A Practitioner’s Guide for Integrating Five Element Theory and Trauma Treatment, which forms the foundation of her teaching for acupuncturists, mental health professionals, bodyworkers and trauma-informed practitioners.
Learn more about Alaine and her work through Integrative Healing.
The Tao of Trauma — Stockholm
April 2–4, 2027
An intimate opportunity to learn directly from Alaine Duncan and experience a framework that brings together the wisdom of Chinese Medicine with our modern understanding of trauma, survival and the nervous system.
20 participants only
More info: www.integrativehealingworks.net
Join the Waiting List
If you would like updates, early registration information, or to reserve your spot,
please join the waiting list.For questions, contact:
info@louisetjernqvist.com
A Free Workshop on the Nervous System, Energy, and Finding Your Way Back to Yourself
When Your Body Says No
A Free Workshop on the Nervous System, Energy, and Why Recovery Sometimes Feels So Difficult
Perhaps you recognize the feeling. You are exhausted but cannot fully rest. You know what you "should" be doing, yet your body seems unwilling to come along. Sleep, energy, focus, motivation, and recovery suddenly feel much more complicated than they should. Many of us have learned to interpret this as a sign that we need to try harder, think differently, or become better at self-care. But what if your body is not the problem?
In this inspiring workshop, we will explore how the nervous system influences our energy, relationships, health, and ability to feel present in our lives. You will gain a deeper understanding of how stress, trauma, fascia, attachment patterns, and the body's biological systems work together—and why the body can continue to signal danger even when we logically know we are safe.
This is not another stress-management class. It is an invitation to understand yourself in a new way. You will leave with fresh insights, practical tools, and a deeper appreciation for the wisdom of your body. For many, this becomes the first step from fighting their body to partnering with it.
Choose the time that works best for you
Wednesday, August 5th | 08:30–09:30 CET
or
Friday, August 7th | 12:00–13:00 CET
The workshop is free to attend. Registration is required.
I look forward to welcoming you.
Frukostföreläsning för Företag
FRUKOST SESSION - “Kapacitet syns i kroppen – inte bara i prestation”
Sömnproblem, hjärndimma och låg energi är ofta tecken på något djupare.
Det handlar inte om motivation, disciplin & pannben – utan om kapacitet. Och kapacitet är biologi.
I denna frukostsession utforskar vi hur nervsystemet påverkar återhämtning, prestation och vägen tillbaka efter stress och utmattning.
Hur kan vi tillsammans – HR, chefer och företagshälsovård – skapa rätt förutsättningar?
Är du egen företagare är du självklart varmt välkommen!
Begränsat antal platser.
BOKA DIN PLATS
The Body Knows - An Embodiment: WORKSHOP
(Fullybooked - new dates are available shortly stay tuned)
Free Lecture: The Biology of Trauma – how your biochemistry shapes your nervous system healing.
NEW DATE!!
FREE LECTURE - The Biology of Trauma – how your biochemistry shapes your nervous system healing
Have you ever wondered why some days, no matter how much breathwork, meditation or mindset you practice — your body still feels stuck?
That’s because healing isn’t only about what we think or feel — it’s deeply connected to our biochemistry. When oxidative stress, blood sugar swings, poor sleep or high stress hormones take the lead, they keep the body in a state of survival. Understanding and balancing these internal signals is key to unlocking regulation, energy and true calm.
Join me for a free live workshop where we explore The Biology of Trauma® — the missing link between body, mind and biochemistry.
You’ll learn how your cells, hormones and mitochondria all influence your nervous system’s ability to heal, and simple steps to begin shifting from survival to safety.
👉 Register here →
Let’s make the invisible visible — and help your body finally exhale.
From Surviving To Thriving - A Nervous System Group Program
From Surviving To Thriving - A Nervous System Group Program
6 WEEKS OF GROUNDING KNOWLEDGE AND A CURIOUS SOMATIC EXPLORATION OF YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM.
Feeling like you’re at the end of your tether? You’ve followed all the rules, but your body’s still throwing up roadblocks—chronic pain, relentless fatigue, and yet, all your lab results look fine?
Remember, your body hasn’t given up on you; if it had, your heart wouldn’t be beating. Please, don’t give up on your body. What if “giving up” isn’t the answer? Perhaps it’s more about finding a sense of surrender.
Working with the nervous system (NS) isn’t about fixing something that’s broken—because nothing is. Your mind might have different ideas about that, but we’ll guide you through it in the programme. When we cultivate a friendly relationship with our nervous system, true healing and regulation can unfold.
The Grounded Retreat - Sep 2025
The Grounded Retreat
YOU’RE INVITED TO A TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCE WHERE WE’LL EXPLORE THE LANGUAGE OF YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM WITH CURIOSITY AND SELF-COMPASSION.
My goal is to help you step back this weekend, lean into yourself, and trust that nature has your back and that your answers are within you. Let go of the urge to push, figure things out, or drive forward. Instead, allow yourself to pause, settle, and surrender, even if just for a brief moment, to simply being.
From this grounded place, your mind will find clarity, and you may discover the courage to listen to your own inner magic. Louise will guide you in understanding your cravings, symptoms, and how you might be standing in your own way.
TRUE retreats offer a safe, intimate, and transformative space with like-minded individuals, so you know you’re not alone on this journey.
Louise are accompanied with 4 co-teachers to hold space and each infuse our experience with their knowledge and expertise.
Free Lecture: What Is Your Nervous System Really Saying?
✨ Free Lecture: What Is Your Nervous System Really Saying? ✨
Do you struggle with tight shoulders, trouble relaxing, sleep issues, or a mind that won’t stop racing? Maybe you hold a wealth of experience and knowledge, yet your body doesn’t seem to move in the same direction—you feel stuck, even though you “should” be able to move forward.
You’re warmly invited to an inspiring lecture where we’ll explore the language of the nervous system and how you can begin to understand the signals your body is actually sending you.
Lecture - Can you get stuck in your own nervous system?
Can You Get Stuck in Your Own Nervous System?
Free Lecture with Louise – Inspiring and Engaging (Swedish)
📅 Date: March 6th
⏰ Time: 12:00–1:00 PM (CET)
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🎥 Recording available for all registered participants
Have you ever felt like you rest but still don’t regain your energy? Or that you can’t even rest because your body feels too restless and anxious?
Recovering from exhaustion isn’t just about resting – our nervous system plays a crucial role in how we heal and regain energy. In this lecture, Louise, a trained Biology of Trauma® professional, will explain how we can break free from a stuck and dysregulated nervous system using the healing sequence, based on Polyvagal Theory.
What You Will Learn:
Why you may keep falling back into exhaustion
How the nervous system affects recovery
Practical tools to start regulating your nervous system
📌 Lecture Format:
40-minute interactive lecture – Insightful and engaging
Q&A session – Ask your questions until the end of the hour
💌 welcome!
Please share with anyone who might benefit.
TRE Introduction: (Online) Mini Group
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
Discover Natural Stress Relief with Neurogenic Tremors
Learn how to release stored stress naturally through neurogenic tremors. Read more here
Introduction Package Inclusions:
Two Sessions: Each lasting 75 minutes. Pre-pay 975 kr at your first booking.
Mandatory Health Form: Complete this form before your first session. It will be sent to you via Kaddio.
Introduction Video: A required video located in my educational space on Mighty Networks. Access will be provided in your booking confirmation.
TRE Folder: Essential resources for your journey.
After your two introductory sessions, you can attend our drop-in sessions. The package includes two drop-in sessions for our live participants in Leksand.
BOOK HERE: Be sure to select your location: Online (for digital over Zoom)
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
Discover Natural Stress Relief with Neurogenic Tremors
Learn how to release stored stress naturally through neurogenic tremors. Read more here
Introduction Package Inclusions:
Two Sessions: Each lasting 75 minutes. Pre-pay 975 kr at your first booking.
Mandatory Health Form: Complete this form before your first session. It will be sent to you via Kaddio.
Introduction Video: A required video located in my educational space on Mighty Networks. Access will be provided in your booking confirmation.
TRE Folder: Essential resources for your journey.
After your two introductory sessions, you can attend our drop-in sessions. The package includes two drop-in sessions for our live participants in Leksand.
BOOK HERE: Be sure to select your location: Leksand (for in person)
TRE Introduction: (Online) Mini Group
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
Discover Natural Stress Relief with Neurogenic Tremors
Learn how to release stored stress naturally through neurogenic tremors. Read more here
Introduction Package Inclusions:
Two Sessions: Each lasting 75 minutes. Pre-pay 975 kr at your first booking.
Mandatory Health Form: Complete this form before your first session. It will be sent to you via Kaddio.
Introduction Video: A required video located in my educational space on Mighty Networks. Access will be provided in your booking confirmation.
TRE Folder: Essential resources for your journey.
After your two introductory sessions, you can attend our drop-in sessions. The package includes two drop-in sessions for our live participants in Leksand.
BOOK HERE: Be sure to select your location: Online (for digital over Zoom)
Reconnect To Your Body - A Live Somatic Exploration
Reconnect To Your Body - A Live Somatic Exploration
Dates: 25th November - 1st December
Format: A somatic exploration (formerly known as The Chill Pill Challenge)
Language: Swedish
Price: 495 SEK
Join Us for a Transformative Experience!
In this unique 7-day challenge, you will learn to land, listen, and trust your body through daily exercises and check-ins designed to create safety at the cellular level. In our fast-paced, do-it-yourself world, many of us neglect the vital pause needed to truly connect with ourselves. This course offers a dedicated space to take a deep breath, listen, and feel without distractions or obligations.
Course Highlights:
7 Days, 7 Exercises, 7 Check-Ins: Experience a new exercise each day to cultivate awareness and relaxation.
Daily Micro-Breaks: Discover the importance of taking short, intentional pauses to recharge.
Guided Group Sessions: Join me live via Zoom for 30-minute sessions that include:
Daily tips
Guided exercises
10 minutes for Q&A
Access Practice Daily: Each morning at 07:00, receive a new practice to engage with, followed by an evening check-in from 20:00 to 20:30.
Why Join the Chill Pill Challenge?
If you often find yourself overwhelmed, busy, or feeling like you can’t slow down, this challenge is designed for you. It’s a smart way to learn the art of pausing—before life forces you to take a break. Ideal for those who pride themselves on productivity and efficiency, this challenge invites you to slow down and explore the magic of daily micro-breaks.
Benefits Include:
Relief from insomnia, migraines, anxiety, and unexplained weight gain.
A supportive group environment to cultivate new habits.
Are you ready to reconnect with your body and find comfort in the present moment?
Join us on Mighty Networks and create your account to access all course details!
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
Discover Natural Stress Relief with Neurogenic Tremors
Learn how to release stored stress naturally through neurogenic tremors. Read more here
Introduction Package Inclusions:
Two Sessions: Each lasting 75 minutes. Pre-pay 975 kr at your first booking.
Mandatory Health Form: Complete this form before your first session. It will be sent to you via Kaddio.
Introduction Video: A required video located in my educational space on Mighty Networks. Access will be provided in your booking confirmation.
TRE Folder: Essential resources for your journey.
After your two introductory sessions, you can attend our drop-in sessions. The package includes two drop-in sessions for our live participants in Leksand.
BOOK HERE: Be sure to select your location: Leksand (for in person)
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
Discover Natural Stress Relief with Neurogenic Tremors
Learn how to release stored stress naturally through neurogenic tremors. Read more here
Introduction Package Inclusions:
Two Sessions: Each lasting 75 minutes. Pre-pay 975 kr at your first booking.
Mandatory Health Form: Complete this form before your first session. It will be sent to you via Kaddio.
Introduction Video: A required video located in my educational space on Mighty Networks. Access will be provided in your booking confirmation.
TRE Folder: Essential resources for your journey.
After your two introductory sessions, you can attend our drop-in sessions. The package includes two drop-in sessions for our live participants in Leksand.
BOOK HERE: Be sure to select your location: Leksand (for in person)
TRE Introduction: (Online) Mini Group
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
Discover Natural Stress Relief with Neurogenic Tremors
Learn how to release stored stress naturally through neurogenic tremors. Read more here
Introduction Package Inclusions:
Two Sessions: Each lasting 75 minutes. Pre-pay 975 kr at your first booking.
Mandatory Health Form: Complete this form before your first session. It will be sent to you via Kaddio.
Introduction Video: A required video located in my educational space on Mighty Networks. Access will be provided in your booking confirmation.
TRE Folder: Essential resources for your journey.
After your two introductory sessions, you can attend our drop-in sessions. The package includes two drop-in sessions for our live participants in Leksand.
BOOK HERE: Be sure to select your location: Online (for digital over Zoom)
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
TRE Introduction: (In person) Mini Group
Discover Natural Stress Relief with Neurogenic Tremors
Learn how to release stored stress naturally through neurogenic tremors. Read more here
Introduction Package Inclusions:
Two Sessions: Each lasting 75 minutes. Pre-pay 975 kr at your first booking.
Mandatory Health Form: Complete this form before your first session. It will be sent to you via Kaddio.
Introduction Video: A required video located in my educational space on Mighty Networks. Access will be provided in your booking confirmation.
TRE Folder: Essential resources for your journey.
After your two introductory sessions, you can attend our drop-in sessions. The package includes two drop-in sessions for our live participants in Leksand.
BOOK HERE: Be sure to select your location: Leksand (for in person)
The Art & Science of Recovery: AW & Workshop
The Art & Science of Recovery: AW & Workshop On Friday October 4th
Athletic Self-Leadership ✺ Breath & Bodywork
VÄLKOMNA PÅ AW & WORKSHOP
Landa lyssna & lita på kroppenför stora & små atleter
ACTIVE RECOVERY
Anna Frohm, Leg Fysioterapeut, PhD Idrottsmedicin
Louise Tjernqvist, Funktions Medicinsk Terapeut OS-Medaljör
VÅGA VILA
"There is no such thing as overtraining, there is only under recovery"
SCHEDULE:
16:00 Dagens TEMA teori & discussion
16:45 YOGA med Anna
17:15 SNACK
17:30 ANDNING med Anna
17:50 TRE / Somatiskt arbete med Louise
ANMÄLAN VIA SWISH ALT BETLANINGS LÄNK NEDAN.
Kostnad: 450 kr vuxen / 350 kr ungdom (max 18 år)
Max 15 deltagare | lättare snack serveras.
OM ANNA
Anna har, även med sin avhandling, valt att vara kvar inom det kliniska arbetet med elitidrottare. Hon blev tidigt (1998) invald i Tennisförbundets idrottsmedicinska styrelse, arbetat inom SFAIM, delaktig i ”Tennis of excellence” och delaktig i det Paralympiska nätverket.
I sitt kliniska arbete och behandling utgår Anna från en helhetssyn på idrottaren som utgår från forskning, klinisk evidens men också helheten från Indisk filosofi och yoga. Annas vision är att hjälpa andra att nå sin fulla potential genom att VÅGA VILA,VÅGA VÄXA, VÅGA VINNA. Långvarig och hållbar utveckling sker genom fördjupad kunskap och ökad självmedvetenheten. MedDr, Leg.sjukgymnast PhD, PT.
Retreat: Grounded
The Program
You’re invited to a transformative experience where we’ll explore the language of your nervous system with curiosity and self-compassion.
Louise’s goal is to help you step back this weekend, lean into yourself, and trust that nature has your back and that your answers are within you. Let go of the urge to push, figure things out, or drive forward. Instead, allow yourself to pause, settle, and surrender, even if just for a brief moment, to simply being.
From this grounded place, your mind will find clarity, and you may discover the courage to listen to your own inner magic. Louise will guide you in understanding your cravings, symptoms, and how you might be standing in your own way.
TRUE retreats offer a safe, intimate, and transformative space with like-minded individuals, so you know you’re not alone on this journey.
The Location
The retreat takes place at the historic Sandsgården in Gopshus, a charming Dala Village located 20 km northwest of Mora. Nestled in the stunning mountain landscape of Dalarna, this privately owned estate features 11 double bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and shower. Relax in the sauna and hot tub by the creek, and if you’re feeling adventurous, take a refreshing cold plunge.
This programme is a mindful blend of action and stillness. Experience gentle, intentional body movements alongside mindful exercises that encourage deep inner exploration in your own time. Our hikes through the breathtaking landscape connect us with nature, while evening fire ceremonies provide a space to integrate and reflect on the day’s teachings and insights.
“ Nature's rhythm sets the pace as the morning light touches my eyes. With bare feet on the moist earth I take it all in, I snuggled up in a warm knitted hoodie as I am sipping on a warm cup of tea. I slowly move off the deck and into the main hall. I feel every joint, breath and muscle in my strong body as the morning practice awakens and energizes my body. In a slow yet steady pace, my body then takes me to the kitchen navigated by the freshly made coffee and nourishing omelet. As I enter the kitchen I smile as I notice the colorful smoothies and feel the whole hearted atmosphere. I am held, I am taken care of, I relax.”
What To Expect
As you return home, this retreat will equip you with both practical tools and techniques and, more importantly, a gentler mindset. You’ll leave with a newfound ability to maintain a grounded connection with your nervous system, feeling more centred and at peace. If you seek ongoing support, a welcoming community is ready for you to join.
Food
Our private chef will be serving nourishing meals for both a grounding body and an awakened soul, everything in sync with the season and the local farmers. We are serving dairy and gluten free meals throughout our days together.
Meet Louise
Louise Tjernqvist is a globally respected guide known for her exceptional ability to hold space. Combining her expertise in Native American medicine, the Biology of Trauma®, and her own journey towards an Olympic medal, she expertly helps you reconnect with your own body. Her warm and humble approach to self-exploration and health is now harmonising nervous systems worldwide, from professional athletes to everyday heroes.
Meet The Co-Hosts
Anna Frohm (left) is a holistic physiotherapist, yoga teacher and breathwork facilitator. Elisabeth Göras (right), runs Wholesome and performs all treatments, she has worked as an authorised skin therapist since 2007.
Inclusions
2 nights at Sandsgården
All snacks and meals
Spa facilities
Sheets & towels for your room
All rooms have their own bathroom.
All program activitires
Pick up at bus or train station in Mora - ins ync with the retreat schedule.
Not included:
Travel from and to the retreat
Private Treatment session on site (body treatment / massage)
Investment
Shared double room: 5,750kr per person
Single room: 6,300kr per person
To reserve your place at this exclusive retreat, you have two options: you can either make the full payment now or pay a 50% deposit upfront, with the remaining 50% due no later than one month before the retreat begins.
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Payment terms for 50% deposit:
The second half of the retreat investment needs to be paid 14 days prior to the retreat start date.
Cancellation Policy:
Once the full payment is made, if you are unable to attend for any reason, you may transfer your spot to someone else or apply it to one of our future retreats. However, please note that it is non-refundable.
Terms and Conditions:
By securing your place on this retreat, you accept the terms and conditions, which you can view here.
See what previous attendees had to say about the last retreat:
“With one foot in biochemistry and the other in energy medicine this was a truly transformative weekend - on many levels. It invited a deep dive within, finding tools to calm myself in the eye of the storm & courage to be in the storm. Guiding me with my heart as the compass to locate where I am today and where I would like to go.”
“This has been both educational but first & foremost an expansion of my senses. I realize that I stand in my own way yet I have gained hope - fascinated by that the body does nothing by chance.”
“This weekend has opened up a whole new world to me. Thank you very much.”
“Louise leads wonderfully from the heart. She is attentive and humble at the same time as she encourages personal responsibility and that the power is within you. The way she sees the big picture is unique.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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Check in time is from 10:30 Friday - lunch is served from 11:30-13:00.
Our weekend ends at 14.00
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By car from Stockholm approx 4 hours and from Gothenburg approx 6 hours.
Från Mora, följ Oxbergsleden (Vasaloppsvägen) norrut ca 20 km. Alternativt följ riksväg 70 mot Älvdalen och ta av vid Spjutmodammen (skylt Gopshus Skidbacke pekar till vänster) för vidare färd mot Gopshus. Vid färd från Älvdalen tar man av vid avfarten mot Oxberg. Även resande från Sälen kommer först till Oxberg där man följer skyltningen ca 4 km mot Gopshus
We will help you connect with other participants in your area to commune to the retreat.
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Soft comfortable clothes for indoor activities yet aligned with the season and weather as we will be spending time outside. A swimsuit if you would like to be in the sauna and outdoor hot tub. There is no grocery store close by the closest one is in Mora.
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Yes - as we learn in layers there will be an amazing mix of people attending. Some experienced and some newbies - we learn from each other and we all have to start somewhere. This retreat is for everyone curious about the conversation with the nervous system.
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The participants will have “free time” and if you feel you body needs exercise that is a great time to do that. We will have early mornings with soft movement so we invite you to bring exercise clothes but feel into your body that day.
Monthly webinar: What your food choices and your habits are telling you about your nervous system?
Monthly webinar: What your food choices and your habits are telling you about your nervous system?
What do your eating habits say about your nervous system?
How do you regulate your nervous system with food & eating habits?
Hosted by Louise Tjernqvist on Zoom
Heart To Head- 3 Month Mentorship Program
The 3-Month Mentorship Program: A Conversation with Your Nervous System
Sign up for the Autumn 2024 waiting list now →
Effective nervous system functioning requires time, safety, and support. The nervous system tends to operate best at a slower pace, so it's crucial to give your body the time, knowledge, tools, and space it needs for self-regulation to happen naturally. This mentorship is designed to kickstart that process. While we can't predict if it will ever be fully complete, we all deserve a solid first step and foundation. That's exactly what my 3-month mentorship program is here to provide you with.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about this mentorship, you can book a free 15-minute chat with me here.
Free Lecture of The Month: A dysregulated nervous system - what to do next…
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You may already have a sense of what a dysregulated nervous system looks and feels like. But what comes next? Where do you start, and is there a one-size-fits-all solution for everyone? Find out in this free lecture.
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Free lecture - a conversation with your nervous system through the Biology of Trauma ™ lense
I am hosting a free lecture on Tuesday, June 4th.
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The Art & Science of Active Recovery
THE ART & SCIENCE OF ACTIVE RECOVERY
Athletic Self-Leadership
Breath & Bodywork
VÄLKOMNA PÅ AW & WORKSHOP
Landa lyssna & lita på kroppenför stora & små atleter
ACTIVE RECOVERY
Anna Frohm, Leg Fysioterapeut, PhD Idrottsmedicin
Louise Tjernqvist, Funktions Medicinsk Terapeut OS-Medaljör
VÅGA VILA
"There is no such thing as overtraining, there is only under recovery"
SCHEDULE:
16:00 - Dagens TEMA: Teori & Diskussion
16:45 - Yoga with Anna
17:15 - Snack
17:30 - Andning with Anna
17:50 - TRE / Somatiskt arbete with Louise
ANMÄLAN VIA SWISH ALT BETLANINGS LÄNK NEDAN.
Kostnad: 450 kr vuxen / 350 kr ungdom (max 18 år)
Max 15 deltagare | lättare snack serveras.
ANNA & LOUISE
Anna har, även med sin avhandling, valt att vara kvar inom det kliniska arbetet med elitidrottare. Hon blev tidigt (1998) invald i Tennisförbundets idrottsmedicinska styrelse, arbetat inom SFAIM, delaktig i ”Tennis of excellence” och delaktig i det Paralympiska nätverket.
I sitt kliniska arbete och behandling utgår Anna från en helhetssyn på idrottaren som utgår från forskning, klinisk evidens men också helheten från Indisk filosofi och yoga. Annas vision är att hjälpa andra att nå sin fulla potential genom att VÅGA VILA,VÅGA VÄXA, VÅGA VINNA. Långvarig och hållbar utveckling sker genom fördjupad kunskap och ökad självmedvetenheten. MedDr, Leg.sjukgymnast PhD, PT.
Spring 2024 Retreat
Back To Nature: A True Retreat
Hello and welcome to a transformative 2-night, 3-day weekend designed to help you reconnect with your body and soul. During this retreat, you'll find a sense of calm and clarity in your mind.
This workshop is an opportunity for you to explore different aspects of yourself in a safe and supportive environment. We'll look at how the nervous system works and how certain habits we hold onto might be getting in the way of fully embracing who we are.
Instead of fighting against our own nervous system, we'll learn to respect both our inner motivations and our inner doubts. We'll approach this with curiosity and strive for a "good enough for today" mindset while setting healthy boundaries for ourselves and in our interactions with others.
You'll also gain practical tools for managing your physical and mental well-being in your everyday life and at work. Our days will involve group activities and partner exercises, as well as moments for personal reflection.
The Location - Österby Gård
Our retreat will be held at a beautiful and serene private estate known as Österby Gård, nestled in the enchanting countryside of Näshulta in the Sörmland region.
The main house at Österby Gård, located by the lakeside, was constructed in 1895, while the guest house dates back around 200 years, and both have been recently refurbished. Together, they can accommodate up to 12 guests, offering 5 double rooms and 2 single rooms.
Getting to this tranquil location is convenient, as it's approximately a 1.5-hour drive from Stockholm or a 1-hour train journey followed by a 20-minute taxi ride.
At the estate, you'll have access to private docks for lakeside swimming, an outdoor jacuzzi, a sauna, SUP boards, rowboats, and scenic running and hiking trails to make your stay even more enjoyable.
Investment
The total cost of this weekend is: 11, 975 SEK (incl. MOMS)
50% of the total price above is paid to secure your spot, the remaining 50% is to be paid 2 weeks before the retreat.
The weekend will host a maximum of 12 participants.
To secure your spot, or for more info, please email me at louise@louisetjernqvist.com
Back To Nature Retreat - Sunnanhed
AN EXPERIMENTAL CONVERSATION WITH YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM - FULLY BOOKED
Welcome to an experiential workshop of reconnecting to your own body & soul... the mind will then settle & gently follow. An opportunity awaits you who would like to meet yourself on all levels. In a safe, supported and held environment, we explore our nervous system, the strategies we hold on to that might be standing in our way & what might hold us back from embracing our authenticity to the fullest.
We honour our inner drive & inner critic by "stopping to fighting our own nervous system", we listen within instead & invite a - good enough for today- as we set energetic boundaries towards ourselves & the world. The shamanic medicine wheel will navigate our experience. In order to learn how to trust again, both the process & ourselves we invite you to connect to something larger, to be held by Patcha Mama or Mother Nature.
You will master several tools of self-regulation both physically & mentally, when you leave both for your everyday life and work life. Our days will include activities & exercises done in pair, joined by all & we will have individual time for reflection.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Thursday - 13:00 Hello & Welcome
We start by sharing a welcoming meal together & a weekend introduction. We then embark on the
energies of the south, the physical body. Introduction to somatic embodiment practices to reconnect to the physical body, to experience a sense of safety & being grounded.
Evening meal & activities.Friday - Good Morning & a grounding nature activity.
The west direction & Jaguar medicine - we embrace
our learned strategies, programming & behaviours through new awareness & shed the stories that might
not serve us anymore. We witness what is mentally & emotionally holding us back - through parts of work.
Evening bonfire.
Saturday - Good Morning & grounding nature activity.
The North direction & hummingbird medicine feeds our soul only with the best life has to offer. Honouring the past, learning the lessons yet now embark on the hero’s journey of passion & dreams. Evening bond fire.Sunday - Good Morning & grounding nature activity.
Transforming our wounds into wisdom through new perspectives. As A.Einsteins Said - Energy can never disappear it can only be transformed - learn tools to transform your energy & release the implicit memory of the past. Learn to trust yourself. We end our weekend with a joined lunch & close the weekend by 12:30
SUNNANHED
This small village hosts more cows than humans. The vibe is breathtaking, calm and peaceful - it is back to nature. The barn hosts a total of 8 beds in the setting of 2 bedrooms & 2 lofts. There are no single sleeping spaces so everyone will share "a sleeping space" with another participating soul. We have a 7-minute walk to the lake, an outdoor fireplace for our evening fire ceremonies, trails & nature in the backyard & we will get to know the cows upfront. Sunnanhed is located near Furudal in Dalarna, approx. 30 Mil (4h) drive from Stockholm. See more info here.
INVESTMENT
To book your spot or for more information please email - louise@louisetjernqvist.com
Price: 9 750 kr inkl moms.
3-night all-inclusive. 50% is paid to reserve your spot & 50% is to be paid 2 weeks ahead of the retreat. Included is a 50 min private session with Louise before or after our retreat. A guided journal will be given upon arrival. The workshop hosts a total of 7 participants.
Early Bird Discount of 1500 SEK if booked before August 7th.
PRACTICALITIES
Transportation - You will need a car to get all the way to the front door, however, joint transportation from the train station in Rättvik can be arranged.
Dress code - We invite easy, relaxed & comfy clothing. We will spend time outdoors so we ask you to bring clothes for calm outdoor exploration or a cold dip in the lake.
Food & hydration - Our meals are created & served in the main hall. We serve gluten & dairy-free meals. Will create & prepare 2 dinners together with a surprise ingredient from the backyard. No alcohol is served during this weekend, snacks & tea/coffee are available 24/7.
Language - The workshop will be held in Swedish if we do not have international guests. Louise always teaches in Swinglish either way.
Cancellation policy - Your registration is binding, you may assign your spot to someone else if you cannot make it.
THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED.