Return to Yourself Retreat in Fazana, Croatia

A journey of stillness, reconnection, and inner renewal.

May 24–29, 2026

The Return to Yourself Retreat offers a serene invitation to pause, breathe, and come home to your true essence. Set in the coastal village of Fazana, Croatia, this experience is designed to nurture balance, awareness, and healing through mindful movement, breathwork, and therapeutic practices.

A space to slow down, breathe deeply, and remember who you are.

Each retreat unfolds along the Adriatic Sea, where participants are guided through moments of reflection, restoration, and gentle exploration. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Istria’s coastline, this program offers space to release what no longer serves you, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and rediscover the calm and clarity within.

OUR STORY:

The Return to Yourself Retreat was created from a shared vision to offer a space of deep healing and reconnection. Rooted in compassion, presence, and self-discovery, this experience grew from a desire to guide others back to their inner strength and wisdom.

Founded by Edita Petojevic, a licensed psychotherapist who returned to her roots in Istria to create a program centered on emotional healing, the retreat has since become a collaborative journey of transformation. Bringing together a team of dedicated facilitators, each with their own area of expertise, Return to Yourself combines therapeutic practices, movement, and mindful exploration to nurture the whole person, body, mind, and spirit.

At its heart, this retreat is a celebration of coming home to oneself. It is an invitation to release old stories, to connect with authenticity, and to rediscover the peace that has always been within reach.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The retreat is a therapeutic and holistic experience designed to support self-awareness, emotional balance, and inner peace. Drawing on years of professional practice and personal exploration, the program integrates evidence-based psychotherapy, mindful movement, and breathwork to guide participants through a gentle process of reconnection.

Each day follows a meaningful theme that builds upon the last, helping participants explore the layers of their inner world with compassion and curiosity. Through a combination of yoga, breathwork, guided reflection, and group processes, participants are invited to notice what arises, release what no longer serves them, and reconnect with their authentic selves.

The program also weaves in experiential activities that blend healing with joy, such as time in nature, creative expression, and exploration of the local culture. Together, these experiences create a safe and nurturing space to move inward while embracing the beauty of the present moment.

SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

Our retreat offers a unique flow and intention that are designed to guide you toward deeper self-awareness and reconnection.

May 24–29, 2026 | Returning Home to Your Authentic Self

Our retreat offers a deep immersion, combining psychotherapy, breathwork, and transformative group experiences. Participants are guided through emotional exploration, inner child work, and release rituals that bring lasting clarity and peace.

  • Day 1: Intention

    • Arrival and opening circle on the beach, intention setting, reflection journaling, and dinner on the beach.

  • Day 2: Awareness

    • Sunrise yoga, boat excursion, and breathwork for emotional processing.

  • Day 3: Yearning

    • Inner child meditation, creative journaling, and a dolphin sunset boat ride.

  • Day 4: Release

    • Breathwork, windsurfing, and a powerful release ritual on the beach.

  • Day 5: Authenticity

    • Morning dance, countryside exploration, and wine tasting in Istria.

  • Day 6: Integration

    • Meditation, closing circle, and farewell lunch in Rovinj.

Our retreat offers an immersive experience for those ready to explore emotional depth, release past conditioning, and reconnect with their authentic selves.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

This 6-day retreat offers a deep journey that combines therapeutic exploration with embodied healing and joyful adventure.

Your retreat experience includes:

  • Five nights at Villetta Phasiana in a private room

  • Meals for the full 6 days

  • Daily spa and wellness treatments at the hotel

  • Daily therapies and wellness sessions

  • 2 boat excursions

  • 3 guided city explorations

  • Windsurfing session

  • Wine tasting tour

This retreat offers an immersive path for those ready to explore emotional healing and integration through movement, reflection, and shared community, while exploring the beauty of Stria.

Investment: $3,400 / €2,900

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THE TEAM

The retreat is guided by a compassionate and experienced team dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for transformation. Each facilitator brings unique expertise, blending therapeutic insight, embodied practices, and heart-centered guidance to help participants reconnect with their authentic selves.

Edita Petojevic

Licensed Psychotherapist and Supervisor

Founder of the Return to Yourself program, Edita brings over sixteen years of clinical experience to her work with individuals and groups. Her integrative approach combines psychotherapy, mindfulness, and body-based healing to help participants explore and release emotional patterns, reconnect with their inner truth, and rediscover meaning in their lives.

Aneta Ardelian Kuzma

Transformational Coach, Yoga and Breathwork Facilitator

Aneta is a certified transformation coach, yoga teacher, and breathwork facilitator who integrates mindfulness, somatic awareness, and spiritual growth in her work. Through daily practices of movement, breath, and reflection, she supports participants in slowing down, finding stillness, and reconnecting with what matters most.

Guest Practitioners and Local Guides

Our retreat also includes the support of local practitioners and guides who share their knowledge of Istria’s culture, nature, and traditions. Together, they create a rich environment for connection, reflection, and renewal.

OUR TREATMENT METHOD

The Return to Yourself Retreat is built on a holistic approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and spirit. The program combines evidence-based therapeutic methods with embodied practices to support deep healing and self-awareness.

Grounded in the principles of Compassion Focused Therapy by Paul Gilbert, this method encourages participants to slow down the nervous system through movement, breath, and mindful presence. These practices help calm the mind, release stored tension, and bring awareness to the patterns and emotions that often remain beneath the surface.

By integrating psychotherapy, yoga, and breathwork, the retreat creates an environment where participants can gently explore their emotions, reconnect with their inner child, and gain clarity about what truly supports their wellbeing. Through this process, participants experience moments of insight and relief, developing a greater sense of compassion and acceptance for themselves.

Each practice is guided with care and respect for individual needs, allowing every participant to progress at their own pace. This balance of science, mindfulness, and embodied wisdom offers a path toward genuine healing and lasting transformation.

WHY JOIN THIS RETREAT

This retreat is an opportunity to pause and reconnect with the parts of yourself that are often quiet beneath the noise of daily life. It offers space to reflect, release, and rediscover a sense of peace and purpose.

Through a thoughtful blend of therapeutic guidance, mindful movement, and stillness, participants are supported in letting go of old patterns and beliefs that no longer serve them. Each practice, conversation, and moment of reflection is designed to bring clarity and ease, helping you return to your authentic self with a renewed sense of balance.

This retreat is for those who are seeking more than rest. It is for those who long to live with intention, awareness, and presence. Whether you are at a crossroads, beginning a new chapter, or simply ready to reconnect, Return to Yourself offers a path back to the calm and wholeness within you.

 

If you would like to learn more, ask questions, or reserve your place, feel free to reach out directly. Spots are limited and filling up quickly!

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