Experience exciting and educational events at The Lodge at Woodloch, featuring inspirational and motivational guest speakers, available to elevate your consciousness and personal awareness. Diverse opportunities are offered to discover a greater understanding of life, love, self, spirituality, health, music, healing, the environment, and our world.
From Sunday, September 6, 2026 to Monday, September 7, 2026 September 6, 2026 September 7, 2026 The Lodge at Woodloch
Catherine Epstein, Intuitive, Life Coach, & Author
April 3rd - 4th
Catherine Epstein, Intuitive, Life Coach, & Author
September 6th - 7th
Catherine Russo Epstein is the founder of the Living Lotus Group and Living Lotus Coaching- a Graduate Gemologist (GIA) turned Energy Healer, Reiki Master, Sound Healer, Certified Transformational Life Coach, and Author- She started her career in fine jewelry when she was 21 years old. Enthralled by the gems (precious and semi-precious), she became a Graduate Gemologist (GIA)—in the late ‘80s, moved to NYC, then to Long Island, and opened a boutique that sold fine jewelry along with crystals and other healing tools. Over the past 20+ years, she’s coached people from around the world and led meditations and Sound Healing at the OPEN Center NYC, Omega Institute, and other retreat centers. She’s presented many classes at The Lodge at Woodloch since 2017. Many of her books (including her latest one) have been written while on retreat at The Lodge at Woodloch.
Sunday, September 6th
Awakening with Crystals: A Journey into Stone Medicine
8:30pm
Step into a soothing, sensory experience with gemologist Catherine Russo Epstein and discover the art of working with crystals. Learn how to confidently choose, cleanse, and care for your crystals, and explore simple ways to incorporate them into your daily life to support relaxation, emotional balance, and personal well-being. Through guided breathwork and practical rituals, you'll gain a grounded understanding of crystal work and leave with easy practices you can return to whenever you need support.
Monday, September 7th
Return to Center
8:30pm
This class is designed to help you stay present, clear, and connected to a peaceful state of min. Life often pulls us in many different directions, and this experience will provide practical tools to help you remain centered amid the chaos. Guided by Catherine Russo Epstein, you'll learn effective techniques to stay focused, cultivate mental clarity, and nurture inner peace—no matter what life brings your way. Join us and discover how to navigate life's ups and downs with greater balance, resilience, and ease.
