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Unblocked: Fall in Love with Writing Again

A Retreat to Reignite Your Creative Spirit
Santa Fe, NM

October 1st to the 4th, 2026

(Thurs evening-Sun morning)

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This retreat was such a success in the Spring, we've brought it back for another round!

Are you a writer who needs a creative boost? Struggles to unearth your unique voice? Craves some tender care and restorative time away from the demands of everyday life? Join writers and creativity coaches Jane Thatcher and Joy Sawyer for a transformative weekend retreat in Santa Fe, New Mexico, October 1st to the 4th, 2026. This retreat is designed to help you reconnect with your creative spirit, deepen your writing practice, and rediscover joy in your creative life, all while soaking in the beauty, culture, and quiet magic of the high desert.

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Through a combination of hands-on writing exercises, creative prompts, and art-inspired activities, you’ll explore fresh approaches to your writing and discover new pathways into your voice and imagination. You’ll also focus on boosting your writing productivity and learning how to sustain your creative momentum long after the retreat ends.

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We know every writer is unique. That’s why you’ll also receive personalized, one-on-one coaching from Jane and Joy. Whether you’re navigating writer’s block, wrestling with self-doubt, or seeking new ways to nurture your creative life, we’ll share compassionate, practical techniques to help you unlock your full potential.

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In addition, you’ll enjoy generous spacious time to write, reflect, and savor the rich cultural landscape of Santa Fe. Wander adobe-lined streets and local galleries, explore the city’s world-renowned arts scene, visit historic plazas and museums, or simply sit beneath the wide New Mexico sky in quiet contemplation. Whether you choose to rest, create, or wander, you’ll leave the retreat feeling grounded, renewed, and creatively alive.

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We’re going to have a BLAST at this one-of-a-kind writing retreat in a one-of-a-kind high desert getaway!

 

We’ll write… we’ll play… and we’ll carve out a sense of FREEDOM for our inner writer.

 

Find a place to stay that fits your budget and sparks your inner creativity in Santa Fe, and we’ll provide the rest!

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Retreat Schedule:​

​​THURSDAY EVENING, October 1st

6pm Wine & Cheese meet and greet

Prime your inner writer for a weekend of creative inspiration and get to know your writing tribe!

We'll also have a sign-up sheet for 20-min coaching sessions to be held throughout the weekend

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FRIDAY, October 2nd

9:30am to 12pm Unblocked: Play and Risk Workshop 

The power of play, flow, and risk for the writer

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12pm to 1pm Lunch: On your own 

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1pm OPTIONAL Continued Art-Play Workshop with Jane

​Explore other creative mediums to enrich and deepen your storytelling

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1pm to 5pm Writer's Choice: Contined writing time, hiking, shopping, museum-hopping…or maybe even a nap!

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5:30pm Optional dinner together out in Santa Fe

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7:30pm-9pm Evening Writing Time

Creative space to both write and share your work with others 

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SATURDAY, October 3rd

9:30am to 12pm Unblocked: The Joy of Creative Self-Discovery

Unlock your creative voice and fall in love with storytelling again​​

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12pm to 1pm Lunch: On your own 

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1pm to 5pm Writer's Choice: 

Take a trip to the stunning Ten Thousand Waves for a soak or massage, visit one of the many unique museums in Santa Fe, shop, hike, rest, or write 

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6pm: Dinner: Dinner, poetry reading, and house concert provided by Jane & Joy

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SUNDAY, October 4th

9:30am to 11:30am Unblocked: Creative Juice for the Writing Journey

Brainstorm on how to develop a consistent creative practice, grow in your skills as a writer, begin and finish your projects—and sharing your work with the world.

Leave refreshed and inspired for the writing journey ahead!

Image by Laura Beth Buchleiter

Cost

Early bird special
(register by August 15th)
$599
Full Price
$649

 

Ask about a payment plan!

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Cancellation policy:

Before September 1st: 100%

September 1st to 15th: 50% refund

after September 15th: no refund 

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Your registration will be complete after you have made your payment.

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Book a place >

Explore places to stay

There are loads of wonderful hotels, motels, Airbnbs, and VRBOs in Santa Fe! Some of our favorite hotels are:

La Fonda

Zona Rosa

Book an exploratory call!

Have questions? 

Need more information?

Want to make sure this retreat is right for you?

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We got you!

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Book an exploratory call with Jane Thatcher Hahn by emailing:

jane@grittherapy.com

Explore the Mexico Retreat!

We can't wait to create with you xo, Jane and Joy

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