Nature and Systems Retreats

Your Path to Restoration, Growth, and Community

Are You Ready to Recharge, Reconnect, and Rediscover Your Purpose?

As a physician, you've dedicated your life to caring for others. But in the midst of your demanding career, have you taken the time to care for yourself? 

Do you feel the need to step off the hamster wheel, find balance, and reignite the spark that once drove your passion for medicine?

Whether you're a senior physician contemplating the next stage of your life or a mid-career physician seeking achievement and balance, Nature and Systems Retreats are designed for you. 

What Awaits You at Our Retreats?

Our retreats are 2 to 3-day immersive experiences held in stunning locations across North America and beyond, such as:

  • Banff, Canada

  • The Scottish Highlands

  • Acadia National Park

  • and the Berkshires of Massachusetts

Here's what you can expect

Our retreats are tailored to meet your unique needs and goals, whether it's enriching team bonds, experiencing the joy of restoration together, or deepening leadership skills.

Daily Forest Bathing

Experience profound connection with nature and self through guided activities, fostering relaxation and mindfulness.

Group Activities

Build a supportive community through shared experiences.

Ongoing Learning

Continue the community of learning even after the retreat ends.

Reflective Time

Deepen the insights gained from the wisdom of nature during periods of quiet reflection.

Fire Ceremonies

Ignite your powers and spark transformation through symbolic rituals.

Your Journey to Restoration and Growth

Attendees of our retreats experience personal restoration, a deepening awareness of their purpose and belonging in the world, and recognition of their natural strengths and wisdom.

It's an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters to you.

Meet Your Guide: Dr. Susan Abookire

Hello, I'm Dr. Susan Abookire. My journey has taken me from the world of electrical engineering to the halls of Harvard Medical School, and now, to the heart of nature. As a healthcare leader, educator, and certified Forest Therapy guide, I've dedicated my life to helping others find balance and fulfillment.

I understand the unique challenges faced by physicians, especially women. Whether you're a senior physician contemplating retirement or a mid-career physician seeking achievement and balance, I'm here to help.

At the Nature and Systems Institute, we combine Forest Therapy with programs and curricula to enhance well-being, teach systems design, and support leadership development.

Our mission is to promote a world of interconnectedness among humans, other species, and the entire natural world, fostering health and sustainable life through education, research, and cross-coalitions.

I invite you to join me on this journey of discovery and wellness. Let's explore the beauty of complex systems and the power of nature together. Let's find the balance you deserve.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

For more information on pricing and registration.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Nature and Systems Retreats, where you'll embark on a transformative journey of restoration, growth, and community.