JOY IMMERSION EXPERIENCE
A Private, Luxurious 9-Day VIP Immersion into Nature, Culture,
and the Sacred Art of Living Joyfully
September 26 – October 4, 2025 | Armenia
Who Wants to Make a Change
Globally - With Joy
Now It's Time to Feel It Fully
You’ve built the business.
Launched the movement.
Led with courage and clarity.
And now… you’re ready for something more.
Not more to do - but more to feel, to experience, to embody.
This isn’t a retreat for women who are running on empty.
It’s for passionate, accomplished, visionary changemakers — women like you — who are seeking deeper resonance, richer connection, and an inspired recalibration for what comes next.
Are you ready to step away from the daily grind and immerse yourself in a week of luxury, inspiration, and soul-deep connection?
Because success without soul feels incomplete.
Because you want more than rest - you want revitalization.
Because joy isn’t a luxury. It’s your edge.
In a world that rewards constant output, this retreat offers something radical:
A joyful pause that expands your creativity, unlocks new clarity, and reminds you how good your life already is - and how much more vibrant it can become.
This experience is about expanding your Joy Radius™. It's that invisible field of aliveness and possibility that extends from your center — radiating outward in every direction. It’s the measure of how far your joy travels, touches others, and shapes the world around you.
During our Armenia VIP Retreat, we’ll expand your Joy Radius through immersive experiences that connect you to ancient wisdom, modern insights, and the vibrant energy of community. You’ll leave with a renewed sense of wonder and a ripple effect of joy that goes far beyond the retreat itself.
This VIP experience is only possible thanks to the inspiring collaboration with two incredible women in Armenia: Asya and Tatevik. Their vision — rooted in supporting local women, culture, and culinary arts — infuses every moment of this journey with authentic connection and soul.
Their work bridges cultures and creates a vibrant global fusion that uplifts us all, driven by a shared commitment to the betterment of humanity. We are so grateful to share this beautiful experience in Armenia with them and the world!
Hear directly from Asya and Tatevik as they share their passion and vision in this heartfelt interview with Kristin Joy Ekkens, Founder of Exponential Joy™.
If this speaks to your heart and spirit, it’s your sign to say YES! Join us for a transformational journey in Armenia — where every step invites you to rediscover joy, purpose, and the power of human connection.
This experience is designed for high-powered, heart-centered women - Founders, executives, creatives, and changemakers who:
This is not a retreat to fix you.
It’s a retreat to expand you.
Because Armenia is a land of paradox - ancient and alive, wild and wise. It’s where civilization began, and where time slows down enough for insight to rise.
This is the perfect setting for high-capacity women to:
Every monastery, marketplace, mountain, and meal is an invitation to feel more connected - to the world, to your work, to yourself.
Because Armenia is a land of paradox - ancient and alive, wild and wise. It’s where civilization began, and where time slows down enough for insight to rise.
This is the perfect setting for high-capacity women to:
Every monastery, marketplace, mountain, and meal is an invitation to feel more connected - to the world, to your work, to yourself.
Cultural Immersion
Private tours of UNESCO heritage sites, hidden artisan villages, and spiritual sanctuaries few travelers ever see.
Soulful Rejuvenation
Guided hikes, sound healing, joyful rituals, and nourishing meals that renew your body and spirit.
Creative Play
Hands-on pottery, culinary, and storytelling workshops to reignite your creativity and presence.
Curated Connection
An intimate circle of powerhouse women from around the world - where conversations go deeper and relationships last longer.
Cultural Immersion
Private tours of UNESCO heritage sites, hidden artisan villages, and spiritual sanctuaries few travelers ever see.
Soulful Rejuvenation
Guided hikes, sound healing, joyful rituals, and nourishing meals that renew your body and spirit.
Creative Play
Hands-on pottery, culinary, and storytelling workshops to reignite your creativity and presence.
Curated Connection
An intimate circle of powerhouse women from around the world - where conversations go deeper and relationships last longer.
September 26 – October 4, 2025 | Armenia
A Private, Luxurious 9-Day VIP Immersion into Nature, Culture, and the Sacred Art of Living Joyfully
DAY 1 – Ignite Your Inner Spark
Arrival in Yerevan + Intention Setting
Arrive in Armenia and settle into your sanctuary. You’ll be welcomed with a Joy Compass Box - a custom-curated toolkit including a grounding scent, a journal, and a stone to anchor your journey.
That evening, gather for a surprise Exponential Joy ritual.
Your transformation begins now - not with effort, but with awareness. This is the spark that sets everything else in motion.
DAY 1 – Ignite Your Inner Spark
Arrival in Yerevan + Intention Setting
Arrive in Armenia and settle into your sanctuary. You’ll be welcomed with a Joy Compass Box - a custom-curated toolkit including a grounding scent, a journal, and a stone to anchor your journey.
That evening, gather for a surprise Exponential Joy ritual.
Your transformation begins now - not with effort, but with awareness. This is the spark that sets everything else in motion.
DAY 2 – Honor the Legacy That Shaped You
Cultural Immersion in Yerevan + Inherited Joy Reflection
Spend the day exploring Armenia’s soulful capital: the ancient manuscripts of Matenadaran, the creative brilliance of the Parajanov Museum, the grandeur of Republic Square, and the vibrant artisan markets.
Throughout the journey, you’ll follow a joyful thread with the prompt: Where have I inherited joy? Participate in a Cultural Joy Discovery and capture the moments that move you.
This day reconnects you to your lineage - not as a limitation, but as a source of radiant power.
DAY 2 – Honor the Legacy That Shaped You
Cultural Immersion in Yerevan + Inherited Joy Reflection
Spend the day exploring Armenia’s soulful capital: the ancient manuscripts of Matenadaran, the creative brilliance of the Parajanov Museum, the grandeur of Republic Square, and the vibrant artisan markets.
Throughout the journey, you’ll follow a joyful thread with the prompt: Where have I inherited joy? Participate in a Cultural Joy Discover and capture the moments that move you.
This day reconnects you to your lineage - not as a limitation, but as a source of radiant power.
DAY 3 – Claim Your Story + Cultural Power
Wine, Monasteries & Joy Story Rituals
Travel into the heart of Armenia’s countryside. Savor a wine and joy pairing experience at Voskevaz Winery, and stand in sacred stillness at Saghmosavank Monastery overlooking Kasagh Gorge.
Activate your voice at Armenian Alphabet Alley before arriving in Debed. That evening, gather for a story share around the theme: A time joy changed everything.
Your truth deserves to be spoken - when you claim your story, you magnetize what’s next.
DAY 3 – Claim Your Story + Cultural Power
Wine, Monasteries & Joy Story Rituals
Travel into the heart of Armenia’s countryside. Savor a wine and joy pairing experience at Voskevaz Winery, and stand in sacred stillness at Saghmosavank Monastery overlooking Kasagh Gorge.
Activate your voice at Armenian Alphabet Alley before arriving in Debed. That evening, gather for a story share around the theme: A time joy changed everything.
Your truth deserves to be spoken - when you claim your story, you magnetize what’s next.
DAY 4 – Shape Joy with Your Own Hands
Pottery and Creative Flow
Today, shape with intention. Local artists guide you through a meditative pottery experience that invites you to ask: What am I shaping in my life?
Spend the afternoon in the Soul Studio with curated music and space to breathe.
You’ll leave the day remembering that joy is not just felt - it’s crafted.
DAY 4 – Shape Joy with Your Own Hands
Pottery, Creative Flow & Joy Portraiture
Today, shape with intention. Local artists guide you through a meditative pottery experience that invites you to ask: What am I shaping in my life?
Spend the afternoon in the Soul Studio with curated music and space to breathe.
You’ll leave the day remembering that joy is not just felt - it’s crafted.
DAY 5 – Return to Stillness. Return to You.
Nature Hike + Reflective Integration
Begin with a mindful hike through the Debed Valley, listening to the language of your own breath, footstep, and heart. Journal in the stillness.
The evening invites you into restorative quiet - a silent fire circle or tea under the stars, where words give way to presence.
Stillness is not absence - it’s deep presence. Here, you’ll come home to the essence of you.
DAY 5 – Return to Stillness. Return to You.
Nature Hike + Reflective Integration
Begin with a mindful hike through the Debed Valley, listening to the language of your own breath, footstep, and heart. Journal in the stillness.
The evening invites you into restorative quiet - a silent fire circle or tea under the stars, where words give way to presence.
Stillness is not absence - it’s deep presence. Here, you’ll come home to the essence of you.
DAY 6 – Listen to the Echoes of the Sacred
UNESCO Monasteries, Sound Healing & Soul Cinema
Step into sacred time as you visit the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Haghpat, Sanahin, and Odzun. After a canyon picnic, experience a sound healing journey beside the moss-covered ruins of Bardzrakash.
You’ll be invited into deep listening - of history, of body, of soul.
The day ends with a fireside conversation and optional film screening exploring a world-renowned, Armenian director's work. Joy is not always loud. Sometimes it is ancient, quiet, and reverent.
DAY 6 – Listen to the Echoes of the Sacred
UNESCO Monasteries, Sound Healing & Soul Cinema
Step into sacred time as you visit the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Haghpat, Sanahin, and Odzun. After a canyon picnic, experience a sound healing journey beside the moss-covered ruins of Bardzrakash.
You’ll be invited into deep listening - of history, of body, of soul.
The day ends with a fireside conversation and optional film screening exploring a world-renowned, Armenian director's work. Joy is not always loud. Sometimes it is ancient, quiet, and reverent.
DAY 7 – Harvest What You’ve Become
Cooking Rituals, Joy Celebration & Shared Table
Today is for gathering. Participate in a hands-on culinary workshop to create a shared Armenian feast. Over dinner, raise a glass and speak aloud: The joy I now embody is...
With wine, music, and laughter, we celebrate how far you've come - not as performance, but as embodied truth.
In community, joy becomes exponential.
DAY 7 – Harvest What You’ve Become
Cooking Rituals, Joy Celebration & Shared Table
Today is for gathering. Participate in a hands-on culinary workshop to create a shared Armenian feast. Over dinner, raise a glass and speak aloud: The joy I now embody is...
With wine, music, and laughter, we celebrate how far you've come - not as performance, but as embodied truth.
In community, joy becomes exponential.
DAY 8 – Root in Place. Ripple Forward.
Lake Sevan, Legacy Prompts & Return to Yerevan
Journey to Lake Sevan by way of Noratus Cemetery, where you’ll reflect on the prompt: What joy will I be remembered for?
Explore Hayravank Monastery, pause for a lakeside lunch, and capture visual reflections in a Photo Quest focused on blue (root), White (rise) and gold (radiate).
Return to Yerevan to begin gently transitioning into the next chapter - one you’ll carry long after the retreat ends.
DAY 8 – Root in Place. Ripple Forward.
Lake Sevan, Legacy Prompts & Return to Yerevan
Journey to Lake Sevan by way of Noratus Cemetery, where you’ll reflect on the prompt: What joy will I be remembered for?
Explore Hayravank Monastery, pause for a lakeside lunch, and capture visual reflections in a Photo Quest focused on blue (root), White (rise) and gold (radiate).
Return to Yerevan to begin gently transitioning into the next chapter - one you’ll carry long after the retreat ends.
DAY 9 – Anchor Joy. Expand Your Radius.
Integration, Joy Radius Circle & Departure
In our Closing Circle, you’ll receive a Joy Radius Token to symbolize your ripple effect moving forward. You’ll also be invited to choose your next ripple - your own embodied act of joyful leadership.
This day is a threshold. You came here whole. You leave expanded.
DAY 9 – Anchor Joy. Expand Your Radius.
Integration, Joy Radius Circle & Departure
On your final morning, revisit and deliver the “Postcard from Your Future Self.”
In our Closing Circle, you’ll receive a Joy Radius Token to symbolize your ripple effect moving forward. You’ll also be invited to choose your next ripple - your own embodied act of joyful leadership.
This day is a threshold. You came here whole. You leave expanded.
We are here to answer your questions. Email us at teamjoy@exj.global or book a call with us.
This is where power meets presence.
Where achievement meets awe.
Where joy becomes your amplifier.
“This isn’t just a retreat - it’s a sacred remembering. A radiant return to joy as a way of being. A celebration of beauty, belonging, and becoming.”
— Kristin Joy Ekkens, Founder of Exponential Joy™
A Joy Radius is the invisible field of aliveness and possibility that extends from your center — radiating outward in every direction. It’s the measure of how far your joy travels, touches others, and shapes the world around you.
At our Armenia Retreat, we’ll expand your Joy Radius through immersive experiences that connect you to ancient wisdom, modern insights, and the vibrant energy of community. You’ll leave with a renewed sense of wonder and a ripple effect of joy that goes far beyond the retreat itself.
You’ll fly into Yerevan, Armenia (EVN). Plan to arrive on September 26, and we’ll be there to greet you at the airport and transport you to the hotel, where you can rest and recharge after your travels.
We’ll gather for a welcome dinner and intention-setting session that evening. Our official adventures begin in Yerevan on September 27, giving us a chance to adjust to the time change (if needed) and soak in the energy of the city.
On September 28, we’ll head north to Debed, where the heart of the retreat unfolds. The journey concludes on the morning of October 4 back in Yerevan. We’ll return to Yerevan on October 3 in the afternoon, leaving time for final reflections and heartfelt goodbyes.
Do I need travel insurance?
Absolutely, yes! Travel insurance is mandatory for this trip. This experience is a significant investment, and unforeseen circumstances can arise—travel insurance helps protect you if you’re unable to join us.
We recommend a comprehensive policy that includes trip cancellation and medical coverage. Be sure to read the fine print carefully, as policies can vary widely. Also, double-check with your provider to confirm what Covid-19-related issues are covered and to what extent.
Will I be sharing a room?
No. This VIP experience is designed to offer you maximum comfort and privacy, with a single-occupancy room and a private bath for each guest.
What do I pack?
For this incredible adventure, pack comfortable, casual, and laid-back clothing. You won’t need anything fancy, so feel free to leave those beautiful stilettos at home!
Once you decide to join us, we’ll provide a detailed list of what to bring and what to leave behind—so you’ll be fully prepared and at ease.
How fit do I need to be for this trip?
This isn’t El Camino de Santiago (though we’ll be back there in 2026!). While there will be some gentle walking and light hiking in nature, everything is designed to be leisurely and restorative. This trip is all about rejuvenating your mind, body, and soul—no intense physical training required!
Roots Through Resilience (Early 1900s)
In the early 20th century, Armenia endured profound hardship. The Ottoman Empire, during it's downfall, orchestrated the displacement and killing of hundreds of thousands of Armenians in what is now widely recognized as a genocide. Despite the trauma, Armenia’s spirit remained unbroken. Following World War I, the nation briefly declared independence before being absorbed into the Soviet Union not even two years later. Through these trials, Armenians preserved their identity, faith, and culture, planting the seeds for future revival.
Soviet Era to Sovereignty (Mid–Late 1900s)
Under Soviet rule, Armenia experienced industrial growth, cultural education, and scientific progress, even as political freedoms were restricted, and the country experienced periods of repression. In the late 80s, a devastating earthquake struck northern Armenia, drawing global attention and aid. That same year, Armenians began peacefully calling for the reunification of Nagorno-Karabakh, a culturally significant region. By the early 90s, Armenia reclaimed its independence. Through regional conflict and economic challenges, the Armenian people forged ahead - steadfast, community centered, and deeply connected to their homeland.
Renewal and Reconnection (2000s–Present)
In the 21st century, Armenia has blossomed into a land of creativity, culture, and quiet strength. Peaceful civic movements like the Velvet Revolution brought democratic renewal and global hope when mass protests led to the resignation of the then Prime Minister. Today, Armenia is a vibrant nation characterized by a rich cultural heritage, a growing tech sector, and a strong sense of national identity. Yerevan, the capital, is a hub of arts, music, and innovation, while the countryside offers ancient monasteries and breathtaking landscapes.
September 26 – October 4, 2025
This VIP experience is limited to a private group of up to 15 global women leaders who are radiating their light to better humanity.
If you’re craving a joyful reset for your next evolution - let’s talk.
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