An intimate 3-day retreat

Free Your Heart

Come Home to Yourself

Rewrite your past, create your future

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October 16 – 18

Luxury Waterfront Villa, Port Orchard

11 Souls

WHAT IS THIS

Three days where nobody needs anything from you.

Welcome to this sacred Zen sanctuary, a calling home into the Heart. A chance to step away from the outer world to make space for you.

Where you can put down the version of yourself you carry for too long - the one that's holding it all together - and just BE here. Held with love, among souls who are on the same path.

There is fire under the starry night. Ceremonies. Meditations Activations. Embodied Experiences.

There's healthy nourishing food and the ocean is right there at the bottom of the steps.

There is depth & feeling. Authentic connection. And there's a lot of laughing. More than you're expecting. That isn't a break from the work. It's part of how the work goes down!

Through all of this, something quiet transforms. You start to see the agreements you've been living inside your whole life without knowing it. And you get to make new ones.

This is not a course. Not a workshop. Not more understanding.
Three days of being met, freeing what is no longer true and creating from who you truly are”

HERE’S THE THING

You already know how you want to live

You have a conscious desire for more freedom, alignment, love, and more of you.

You know the impact you want to make in yourself and in the world.

You know the healing, relationships and manifestation you are calling in.

Here’s the truth…

You've done the work.
You meditate.
You’ve read the books, taken the courses, had the conversations.
You’ve already grown, transformed. You know yourself more deeply.

And still, there may be places in your life where what you consciously desire has not fully become how you live.

A sense that there is something deeper at work here.

You know how you want to feel in yourself and move through life, but when something hits, an older identity still takes the wheel.

You want to trust your Heart and your inner knowing, but doubt, second guessing, fear, or outside voices can still get louder.

You want to live from love, but judgment, control, defensiveness, or an old reaction acts before your Heart gets to choose.

You want deeper love and intimacy… but old hurt, protection, or the fear of being fully seen still take you over.

You want to feel free to be all of who you are, but some part of you somehow holds you back before you fully express yourself.

You want to receive more from life, but somewhere inside, you may still feel you have to earn it, prove yourself, or work harder for it.

None of this makes you wrong. It makes you a human being with a program running underneath.

It may simply mean there is something deeper within asking to be seen & alchemized at the center.

HERE’S WHAT’S ACTUALLY GOING ON

At some point,
a long time ago,
you made some agreements…

…Not conscious ones. You didn't sit down and choose them. Something happened.

You were young… perhaps seven, or eleven and you drew a conclusion about how life works and what you have to be in order to be safe loved, accepted and to belong.

At the time, that agreement was the perfect adaptation. It worked. It got you through. It helped you survive.

Then you grew up, and the agreement stayed. Deep in the body and the subconscious.

They don't feel like agreements or beliefs. They feel like reality. Like the way things simply are. And they tend to reveal themselves when we engage with life, relationships, our dreams and the things we want most.

So you can deeply desire something with your whole heart and spirit, but underneath, there’s an unconscious agreement that says something different. And typically, when those two are in conflict, the agreement tends to win.

Not because you lack devotion. Because you cannot transform what you cannot see, and what feels true to your body.

I have to prove myself.

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I have to keep everyone happy.

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It isn't safe to be fully seen.

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What I want doesn't matter.

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I am not enough.

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“You cannot change
what you cannot see.”

WHY YOU HAVEN’T FOUND THEM YET

Awareness is Not Enough!

You won't change these agreements by simply becoming more aware of them.

You may already understand a lot about yourself, your patterns and have done healing around this.

But the reasons these agreements are so strong is because they sit in the blind spot, and that's not an accident. That's the design. If you could see & alchemize them, they would have stopped working years ago.

But understanding something is not the same as transforming it. You can’t simply affirm yourself over something that was formed at a deep emotional level.

These agreements were not made with words, so words don’t reach it.

Even meditations or new habits won’t replace what is so deeply rooted in to “protect you”.

BUT THERE IS A WAY

The way in is through the Heart

Free Your Heart isn't designed to take you deeper into analysis.

It's designed to take you outside the mind altogether, into experience, feeling, love and truth. Into the parts of you that only become available when the defenses soften and something deeper is allowed to move.

For a weekend we step out of the pressures of life and into the rhythm of the heart, held by the ocean, the forest and the fire. Held too by reflection, silence, deeply embodied experience, and a good amount of play, magic and lightness.

The field we create together is intentional. The agreements were made in relationship, so they heal in relationship.

That's what makes this space transformational.

You are…

Seen

Welcomed

Received

You Matter

These four elements are deliberately designed from the first evening.
Not as a nice atmosphere. As the actual field.

YOU CREATE NEW AGREEMENTS

In this powerful field of the Heart…

What was written can be re-written!

From who you are now, from your Heart, truth;

From the deeper identify that is ready to lead your life;

This is the deeper invitation and intention of Free Your Heart!

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HOW THE WEEKEND UNFOLDS

We designed this retreat differently. Fewer things. Held longer and deeper. With space around them.

Because depth doesn't happen on a packed schedule.

Friday

Oct 16

Crossing the Threshold

Not just putting your bag down, but actually landing. Landing in the place & in yourself, fully.

Meeting and connecting with like-hearted people who will share the journey with you.

Opening the field through delicious dinner and gathering by the fire for an intimate ceremony of intention & authentic connection.

Saturday

Oct 17

Heart of the Alchemy

Through the Heart, we uncover the agreements driving us, and begin the Re-Writing Alchemy Process.

The day unfolds through embodiment, creativity, nature, silence and play, each opening the next.

Evening brings a cacao fire ceremony, the deepest point of the alchemy.

Some things are better experienced before they are explained.

Oct 18

Sunday

Creation

You take what has been re-written and begin to create from a deeper place within yourself.

Through a powerful integration process, we open into what you are now ready to choose, embody and bring forward.

Then everybody gets ready.

Not to leave, but to begin a more authentic chapter of their lives.

There are a few things we won't tell you about in advance. Every retreat has its surprises, and they only work if you don't see them coming.

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THE EXPERIENCES

At the heart of the weekend is…

The Rewriting: A Heart Alchemy Experience. This is a journey into the agreements that have quietly shaped your life, and the freedom to choose again.

The experiences of the weekend are intentionally woven together, each one opening the space for the next.

Not to take you deeper into your head.

To take you deeper into yourself.

You’ll move through:

♡ Heart opening meditation activations

♡ The Rewriting, our signature Heart Alchemy process

♡ Deep embodied experiences

♡ Creative exploration and play

♡ Sacred cacao and fire ceremony

♡ Reflection, silence and time alone with nature

♡ Connection with the ocean and the elements

♡ Authentic sharing and soul community

♡ A mystery experience we are keeping to ourselves for now

♡ Optional cold plunge

♡ Creation Alchemy to bring what has shifted into your life

♡ Beautiful, nourishing food prepared with care

And throughout it all, there is space.

Space to laugh. Space to breathe and to sit beside the water.

Space to feel, to love and to receive.

Space for you to expand into a more authentic, powerful and embodied version of yourself.

TESTIMONIALS

From people who’ve been here

I’ve been deeply reflecting on the joy and expansion I experienced during the retreat. The love, wisdom, and heartfelt sharing from everyone made the experience truly special. I’m profoundly grateful to each person who showed up so openly. I offer my thanks from the center of my heart and my higher self!
—Maggie
Over the past two years, I’ve participated in all of Cris and Madalina’s HeartQ retreats. Each experience has been a beautiful blend of laughter and depth, creating a space that opens my heart in ways I never could have anticipated. Much of the transformation happens beneath the surface, quietly reshaping my unconscious and revealing possibilities that might otherwise have remained hidden. If you’re looking to connect with powerful, like-minded people in an environment that supports rapid growth and genuine evolution, HeartQ is truly the place to be.
— Robert
The event was successful and very well put! Every segment So much appreciation and so many love notes for this beautiful event. It was incredibly well put together and flowed seamlessly, each segment naturally blossomed into the next. I could feel that it was created from a place of deep attunement (tuned into) to the receiver, and that is truly priceless. What I appreciate and adore most is the authenticity of Cris and Madalina. They simply are. From the grounded, heart-centered energy they’ve cultivated within themselves, so much is given beyond what is spoken or even visible. The receiving far exceeds what is outwardly offered, and that made this experience especially meaningful to me. Even if I don't share in each segment I'm bathing in the experience and the well created space.
— Abier
I had the most amazing day at the ‘Manifest Your Heart Vision’ retreat! It was a beautiful process of opening our hearts to truly receive the vision of our future. The guided meditation through the four areas of our lives helped me deeply align my goals with my heart instead of just my mind. Cris and Madalina created a safe, fun, heart-opening space, and the energy of their venue added to the magic. I’m so grateful for this unforgettable experience—thank you both so much!
— Robi
I attended the ‘Manifest Your Heart Vision’ immersive and was awestruck by how beautifully each experience flowed together. Cris and Madalina’s open-hearted energy and expert guidance created an environment where I felt truly held and supported; their gifts shine through in everything they do. The workbook has already proven so helpful in integrating the insights I gained. I honestly can’t think of a single way this retreat could have been improved—it was perfect from start to finish, and I’m so grateful to have been a part of it!
— Leanne
Cris and Madalina provided a safe and powerful space to share openly, laugh, cry and dance like there is NO tomorrow! The result of all the work I have done with them in 2024 and during this Heart Opening Retreat has shifted the course of my life in ways I would never have predicted a year ago!
— Robert
My experience at the Heart Oasis Retreat was legendary; it fast-tracked me feeling at peace with my spiritual path. I've been in an unraveling process, shedding outdated systems and dynamics within my family, work, and friendships. I feel profoundly safe to be myself within the spaces that Cris and Madalina co-create. Their circles magnetize heartfelt souls, fostering a community founded on intimacy, vulnerability, and trust.
— Fiona
The one-day Heart Oasis Retreat with Cris and Madalina and the fortunate 12 was welcoming and safe, magical and powerful, playful and delicious. As many shared their profound insights and our hearts had further expanded, a rich tapestry of community had also been woven such that as the darkness of night approached we all lingered, procrastinating our departure!
— Nancy
I recently had the privilege of attending a retreat organized by Cris and Madalina, and I must say, they did an exceptional job putting it all together. From the moment I arrived, their warmth and dedication were palpable, resonating deeply with me. Having been on a spiritual path for the past two years, I've delved into various teachings and learned from many different sources. However, Cris and Madalina managed to surprise me with new discoveries within myself. Their genuine care stands out; Madalina even took the time to reach out to me separately, sharing valuable insights tailored to my journey once she recognized my passion. What sets them apart is their profound belief in uncovering the power within oneself through the heart. Their teachings focus on this crucial discovery, which I believe is the cornerstone of their practice. Unlike other experiences, they genuinely want each participant to realize their own potential. Overall, my time at the retreat was transformative. Cris and Madalina's dedication, combined with their heartfelt approach, created an environment where personal growth and discovery felt not only possible but inevitable. I highly recommend their retreats to anyone on a similar journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Plus I like Cris’s humor which makes the heavy topic light and airy.
— Violet
I recently participated in Cris & Madalina’s retreat and experienced an amazing day filled with powerful energy. The retreat included two KAI sessions, connecting with Mother Gaia and an amazing heart opening Cacao Ceremony. The entire retreat was a profound and life changing experience. Thanks to Cris and Madalina, and all their support and encouragement during and after the retreat, I’ve completely transformed into an unknown version of myself with a lot of strong feelings about my capabilities as a woman who grew up in a foreign country with male dominated culture.
— Roxana
I recently had the privilege of attending a full day retreat hosted by Cris and Madalina at their beautiful home, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, I was enveloped in a warm, welcoming energy that set the tone for the entire retreat. The retreat was exceptionally well-organized, with every detail thoughtfully considered. Cris and Madalina's home provided the perfect serene and nurturing environment. The ambiance was tranquil and inspiring, making it easy to relax and fully immerse myself in the experience. The nourishing meals were both healthy and flavorful, prepared with care and love. The energy throughout the retreat was palpable and profoundly transformative. The sessions were expertly guided, providing deep insights and powerful experiences that facilitated personal growth and healing. Cris and Madalina's genuine care and dedication to each participant's journey were evident and deeply appreciated. Overall, this full day retreat was an amazing experience that left me feeling rejuvenated and inspired. I am incredibly grateful to Cris and Madalina for their hospitality and the incredible retreat they hosted. I highly recommend this retreat to anyone seeking a truly special and transformative experience.
— Ilka

"At one point something magical happens and…

the nervous system lets go of something it has been holding for too long."

THE PLACE

We chose this house on purpose,
we chose it for the water, we chose it for the energy.

You wake up and the Sound is right there. On clear mornings, mountains rise across the bay. Whales and seals often bless us with their presence.

Steps take you directly to the water where you can swim, cold plunge, or sit quietly on the shore, or watch everyone else do it from the patio with a hot coffee or a cup of tea, which is also a perfectly wonderful choice.

At night, there is fire on the beach. Blankets. Water moving in the dark. And the kind of conversation that happens when nobody has anywhere else to be.

HOW DO YOU KNOW THIS IS FOR YOU

This Is For You If…

👍 You’ve done meaningful inner work, yet there are still places in your life where what you consciously desire has not fully manifested.

👍 You know how you want to feel, love, create, choose and show up, but in certain moments an older pattern still takes the lead.

👍 You can feel there is more of you ready to be expressed and brought into the world.

👍 You want to trust your Heart more deeply and strengthen your capacity to choose from your truth rather than older identities.

👍 You are ready for greater alignment between what you deeply desire, what you believe, and the life you are creating.

👍 You want a transformational experience with depth, but also beauty, nature, laughter, play, authentic connection and space to simply be.

👍 You are ready to feel more of who you are and let go of what is no longer true.

"And perhaps more than anything... you are ready for the life you know is possible to become the life you are actually living."

This May Not Be for You If...

👎 You are looking for a quick fix to all your problems.

👎 You are looking for someone else to fix you.

👎 You want to stay entirely on the sidelines rather than participate in your own experience.

👎 You are looking for a quick solution rather than an honest encounter with yourself.

WHAT YOU’LL ACTUALLY LEAVE WITH

Let's be clear about what three days can and cannot do.

You are not going to leave as a person who never feels fear again. You will not erase decades of humanity in a weekend.

That isn't the promise. The possibility is much more real.

🔹 Recognizing some of the deeper agreements that have been quietly shaping how you choose and create.

🔹 Experiencing those parts of yourself from a different, higher consciousness, with more love and less identification.

🔹 Beginning to rewrite what is no longer true from the Heart, not simply understanding it with the mind.

🔹 A stronger connection to your own truth, so that when the old layers arise, they no longer have the same automatic authority over your choices.

🔹 A greater capacity for the force of your truth to become stronger than the force of the familiar self.

🔹 Greater clarity around who you are now, what you are devoted to, and what you are choosing to create from here.

And you will leave carrying something simple back into everyday life:

What is leading me right now?

Because once you can see the agreement, something appears that was not available in the same way before. Choice.

The old pattern may still knock on the door. But it no longer automatically gets the keys. That is the beginning of Freedom.

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ABOUT US

Dr. Madalina & Cris

We are life partners, coauthors, and creators of HeartQ. We came to this work because we needed it ourselves.

Burnout, chronic pain, our own patterns, and the realization that knowing more was not always helping us live differently led us into a much deeper exploration of consciousness, psychology, energy, embodiment, and the intelligence of the Heart.

Over the years, we have trained in conscious coaching, Kundalini activation, cacao ceremony, Instinctive Meditation, and other practices devoted to human transformation and deeper connection to self.

Madalina also brings more than 17 years as a cardiologist, with a deep passion for bridging her understanding of the physical heart with the emotional, energetic, and human experience of the Heart.

But underneath all of our training is something much more personal.

We believe there is so much more of us here. More of truth, feeling, love, freedom and life.

Our deepest mission through HeartQ is to support the healing and uniting of humanity by helping people open their Heart, reconnect with the deeper truth of who they are, meet the patterns that have kept them small or disconnected, and become more conscious, embodied creators of their lives.

We want people to experience themselves, not simply understand it.

Our own practice of this work continues every day. We are not standing outside of the journey teaching it. We believe in embodiment and are living it every day ourselves.

The credential that matters most for this weekend is much simpler: we know how to create a space where people feel safe enough to become real.

“Cris and Madalina are the most inspiring couple I know and it shows in their new workshop. You could feel the passion they have for these teachings as they guided us gracefully through different meditations and exercises. It helped me gain insights on my patterns and taught me how to more consciously connect with my heart and intuition.”

— Nils

“Madalina and Cris are two of the most inspiring, gifted and humble people I’ve ever had the privilege to know. I loved how they weave in their extensive wisdom, skills and life experiences to synthesize the science, psychology and spirituality of HeartQ and living with Heart Intelligence.”

— Liz

“I loved how Cris & Madalina have such a beautiful and welcoming energy, and they created a safe and sacred space for all the shifts and transformations.”

— Robi

THE DETAILS

October 16–18, 2026

Arrive Friday between 5–6 PM · Finish Sunday around 3 PM · Port Orchard, Washington ·
~90 min from Seattle · Drive or take ferry

Investment

$888

Early Bird through Sept 23
$999 regular price

✓ Lodging

✓ All meals and snacks

✓ Full retreat experience

✓ Materials

✓ Post-retreat integration call

✓ Follow-up community gathering

Pay in full or choose the installment option at checkout. Your place is secured when you book.

A $300 deposit is non-refundable.
Cancel by September 23 and everything above the deposit will be refunded.

Room Options

The Fun Room
single beds · sleeps 4

Included

Private Living Room
pullout sofa, water views · sleeps 1

Included — reserve at checkout

Single Room
private room, water view · sleeps 1

(Additional $150) — Booked

Master
king bed, sitting area, water views · sleeps 2

(Additional $75/person) — Booked

Room upgrades can be added at checkout. There's one single room, one private living room, and one master, so if privacy matters to you, book early.

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Payment plans available.

QUESTION YOU MAY HAVE

No. Some people arrive having done years of it and some have done none. Both are fine. The work meets you where you are.
Most people come alone. By Saturday afternoon that stops being a category anyone's thinking about.
No, though it can be deeply healing. This is a transformational retreat rather than clinical treatment, and while we're trained facilitators and coaches, we're not therapists.
Absolutely not. Plenty of people watch from the patio with a coffee, which is its own fine choice. That said, more people go in than expect to, usually because the group is already in there yelling encouragement.
Some, and there are chairs and cushions. If you have physical limitations, let us know and we'll make it work.
Comfortable clothes, layers, something to swim in, a towel, and whatever helps you sleep. October on the water is cool. We'll send a full list after booking.
Yes. Bring them. If you want the master together, add it at checkout.
Drive or take ferry. About 90 minutes from Seattle. If you'd like to carpool with someone else who's coming, tell us and we'll connect you.
Cancel by September 23 and you're refunded everything above the $300 deposit. After that we can transfer your place to someone else.