The Mermaid Sisterhood

Reflections from Past Mermaids

“To say this retreat changed my life would be the understatement of the century. I heard Emily on my favorite podcast, That’s So Retrograde and I knew after 40 minutes that I had to meet her and experience The Mermaid Sisterhood. Since the retreat, I’ve fallen in love, created an amazing community of conscious sisters, and have been promoted 3 times! But most exciting … I’ve fallen in love with myself. This woman knows things… things I promise you’ve never heard anywhere else. All of the activities are super fun and don’t feel like “work”, but I assure you they are working. The Mermaid Sisterhood is a MUST for anyone looking for a radical upgrade.”
-Claire McClung: Fashion Exec, Philly PA
The beautiful, warm and safe space you created deep in the jungles of Costa Rica where women can heal and be authentically broken was the greatest gift I have ever gifted myself. No purse, no jewelry and no drug can compete with the high, revelations and healing that happened this week.A time and space where “enough-ness” existed, where imperfections were celebrated and where laughter healed deep deep wounds. Thank you Emily Pereira for introducing me to a sisterhood of fiercely strong and fiercely courageous women who will indeed be my lifetime mates.”
-Alexandra Russell, Human Trafficking Activist, Playa Carmen
It took me a few days to process what I can only call last week’s magic and gifts. I’m still wrapping my head around it, but wanted to send you a note to say THANK YOU. Many people would keep the lessons from their personal journeys to themselves but you’ve made the very admirable choice to share and empower other women to connect to their true nature. I am forever grateful for that. I am enamored by each and every woman on that retreat and it is a testament to the light you attract in your life. Candidly, this was the very first time in my 30 years that I’ve felt truly encouraged and supported in my creativity. I am so incredibly blessed to have a loving and supportive family, but creativity has never been a focal point to explore. I’ve suppressed it an resisted it and have short-changed myself as a result. Seeing what came through our morning practices (i.e. dancing freely by the third day); surfing (i.e. overcoming the mental obstacles); writing (who knew I had it in me!); and the incredibly positive and encouraging space to explore and discuss…what a gift! You are vibrant and radiating the lessons you share with others. That kind of authenticity is so rare these days and I am very honored to call you my friend. The life you manifest for yourself everyday reflect the tremendous inner work you have done and continue to do. Your writing is spectacular, I can’t wait to read what I know will be a spectacular published piece. Your partner is so warm and kind and clearly loves + respects you to no end. Witnessing your co-creation is pure magic.
– Diya Chopra: Lawyer, Venice CA
“Almost seems like a few lifetimes ago, from the amount of growth I experienced and breakthroughs I continue embrace as a result of the Mermaid Sisterhood. The bonds between females without any competition was so healing and safe. Emily curated this support with fearless grace, encouraging each of us to simply be ourselves and she led by example. She floats through the day, clearly the leader, yet effortlessly allowing time to chat, share, sing, dance, play, connect, dream and truly a freedom most of us women never have before. The days were structured and full, yet not rigid or forced, we flowed with the rhythm of nature, up with the sun, surfed with the tides, and rested when we got tired. Nourishing our spirits, minds and bodies in so many ways. One of the most important and tricky is food, and Manex exceed our expectations, serving with a smile, clean, fresh and absolutely delicious meals. The word abundant, scratches the surface to describe my week, overflowing with joy. This was no superficial slumber party, we all dove deep and excavated treasure well beyond my wildest dreams. I am so grateful, looking forward to the next!! And now a year later, a few more lifetimes ago… I can’t even imagine my life if I didn’t go on that magical journey, which sparked my deep love affair with the written word. In our writing salons I began to pour out stories, deeply locked and protected, which began to breakdown a fortress that blocked me from self. Building a new relationship with myself, based on truth by releasing stories, drama past perspectives shifts into miracles. Now I’m also trained at a Gateless teacher and teaching writing groups in treatment centers, in development process with more than one manuscript- like actual books that all began in this sacred sisterhood!!”
-Alysa Osvog: Yoga and Writing Teacher, Orange Country CA (a year later)
Before this retreat I must admit I was in a place of stagnation, feeling deeply exhausted, all alone, and pretty darn sad. My sparkle was gone and it was nowhere to be found. The biggest issue was that from the outside my life seemed pretty “perfect”. I had it all didn’t I? The loving husband, the nice home, the beautiful baby, safety and security. I was like seriously, there must be something wrong with me!

This was the life I dreamed of, and I was embarrassed to admit it wasn’t enough. Dullness and boredom were my constant companions. When my soul-sister Emily reached out that she had a dream I was crying, I confessed I was down but didn’t know why. She invited me to come on the retreat.

At first I had a gazillion excuses. I couldn’t possibility leave the baby for a week, my husband wouldn’t be on board, but I knew deep down my excuses were hiding the truth that I didn’t think I deserved to go. I’m so relieved I broke through my illusions and gave myself permission to go.

I know this is a dramatic statement but I think this retreat saved my life. It reconnected me with my passion and purpose and reminded me that I am a creative spirit who longs to express herself. I faced my fear of the ocean and can actually say I’m a real surfer now! The breath work session was very emotional for me and had one of the biggest breakthroughs of my life! I created a new tribe of supportive, inspired sisters! We laughed, danced, sang and poured out hearts onto the page.

Emily has such unique, expansive wisdom that returns you to your feminine essence and power in such a fun, light-hearted way. It doesn’t feel like work, but I am living proof it works!

I left Costa Rica with a renewed of self and truly knowing there are many more possibilities for my life than I could see before. My husband was like who is this new woman I’m married to, and has started calling me his jungle cat! We literally can’t keep our hands off each other (after 8 years together) this is an exciting new development!

Thank you so much Emily. I already told my husband I will be returning next year!
-Yael Alysworth, Feung Shui Expert, Brentwood, CA

“Words can’t do this mermaid sisterhood retreat justice, but I will attempt to put this miraculous & life changing experience into words. I can’t even remember how I found Emily on Ig, but I remember her sharing her health journey on several of her posts. She was so raw, authentic, knowledgeable & inspiring! I felt an immediate pull towards her and when I saw that she was offering a retreat in Costa Rica in the next coming months, I was instantly on board.

When I arrived, I was living in a space of self-doubt, feeling like I was not enough & was bit confused about my path. I couldn’t see my self-worth for the life of me, it was so disheartening & had caused me to feel stuck. Like I couldn’t break through the ceiling of my limiting beliefs.

Costa Rica is the perfect place for this transformational experience- just enough of an adventure but still easy to get to and on of the most magical places I have ever been to. Emily has a special gift in creating a beautiful container for women to be witnessed, to be vulnerable & to express themselves without judgement. I felt like all of the beauty & strengths within me were being mirrored right back to me from the gorgeous women that were also on this retreat. I was able to see & feel my true authentic self on a whole new level. It was beautiful!

Emily created a space where every layer of my being felt supported & nourished, it felt like pure bliss! My intention going into the sisterhood was to create deep connections with others, connect to my creativity & connect to my greatness that was tucked so deeply with in. This sisterhood surpassed my wildest dreams & my dreams are pretty wild!! I’ve always thought I was an introvert that needed a lot of alone time, but found myself not needing time to myself like I normally do (even thought there is plenty of chill time) and realized how energized I am when I doing activity that GIVE life force energy. I still feel like I’m floating on cloud 9 & it has been more than a week since the retreat. I’ve never felt this good for this length of time, ever, up until now. I made deep, loving and genuine connections with the women who journeyed with me on this retreat and I am so grateful that our paths have crossed. I know these women will be lifelong friends, the tribe I’ve been dreaming about has come to fruition! Thank you Jesus! I feel like I have pushed through the ceiling of my previous limiting beliefs, which is freaking AMAZING!! I am connected to the Abundance of Power, Creativity & Joy that were laying dormant in me for so long. I have so much clarity & focus now, I feel like a race horse at the gate. I am so inspired & so excited to live the life of my wildest dreams! The Mermaid Sisterhood is a priceless experience! I am forever grateful to Emily & my sisters for holding space and sharing this incredible experience with me!”
-Anita Marie Parr, Yoga Wellness Practitioner, Long Beach

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