You've Built the Thing
Now Build the Reset.
A 4-day wellness retreat in Saint Lucia for high-achievers who are successful, exhausted, and ready to feel like themselves again.
ABOUT
You didn't get here by slowing down. You got here by pushing through — those early mornings, the back-to-back meetings, the "I'll rest when this project is done" that never actually ends.
This retreat isn't a vacation. It's a reset — built for people whose bodies and nervous systems have been running on overdrive for years, and who are finally ready to hand the wheel to someone else for five days.
Mustard Seed has partnered with TheLifeCo to bring you a retreat designed around one question: what does your body actually need to come back online?
YOUR EXPERIENCE
RESET
Guided nervous system therapy and a custom detox plan built around your body, not a generic itinerary. TheLifeCo's approach meets Mustard Seed's health & wellness holistic approach— food and healing, working together.
RESTORE
A volcanic mud bath experience. Deep tissue massage. A full beach day where the only agenda is presence.
NOURISH
Every meal crafted specific to you — Plant-focused, wellness-forward, made to fuel the reset, not undo it.
BELONG
A small, intentional group. No crowds, no noise — just people who understand what it means to finally exhale.
THE DETAILS
When: November 12–16, 2026
Where: Saint Lucia
Investment: Early Bird Pricing — $4,200 (payment plans available)
To reserve: $1,000 deposit
Contact: info@foodbymustardseed.com
YOUR HOSTS
André "Chef Dré" Sawyers
André "Chef Dré" Sawyers is a private chef, wellness entrepreneur, and founder of Mustard Seed, where he merges exceptional plant-based cuisine with holistic wellness. After transforming his own health through food, he dedicated his career to helping others experience the same freedom through intentional living. Known for blending bold Caribbean flavors with refined culinary techniques, Dré has cooked for discerning clients around the world and leads immersive wellness experiences that inspire lasting lifestyle change. His approach goes beyond what’s on the plate—inviting people to reconnect with their bodies, cultivate healthier habits, and discover that wellness can be both luxurious and deeply enjoyable. His mission is simple: plant healthy seeds that nourish people for a lifetime.
Vanessa Smithers is a Toronto-based, African Nova Scotian Narrative Consultant, Legacy Archivist, Speaker, and Writer whose work lives at the intersection of story, identity, and legacy. Rooted in ancestral ties to The Hill, a historic Black community in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada, her work is guided by a singular conviction: that language can clarify who we are, preserve what matters, and change what becomes possible. Through keynote speaking, workshops, legacy archiving, and narrative consulting, she supports individuals, creatives, nonprofits, and institutions in shaping language that is emotionally precise, strategically sound, and honest enough to endure. To date, she has supported more than 3,200 people internationally, serving both grassroots builders and global institutions, including Apple, Spotify, Netflix, Salesforce, VaynerMedia, and the Government of Canada. In January 2026, she self-published her debut book, oh, to be tender: a compilation of reflections on feelings, experiences, & all the heart things, selling more than 1,000 copies within its first two weeks.
Vanessa Smithers
FAQs
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The retreat takes place in at TheLifeCo retreat center, located in St. Lucia.
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Accommodations, all meals, the full wellness program (nervous system therapy, customized protocol, mud bath experience, massage), and the beach day. Full inclusions breakdown available on request.
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Health & Wellness enthusiasts, founders, executives, creatives, athletes.
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Yes. It is suggested that you follow LifeCo supplies raw vegan meals throughout your stay to support your personalized protocol.
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Absolutely! While we offer optional activities, this retreat is about relaxation—so you can choose how you spend your time.
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Comfortable clothing, a journal, and an open mind for a rejuvenating experience. A full packing list will be provided upon registration.
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Yes, but we encourage a digital detox so you can fully immerse in the peaceful atmosphere.
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We offer a flexible cancellation policy, which will be detailed upon booking.
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Payment plans are available after your $1,000 deposit secures your spot.
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Space is intentionally limited to keep the group small. Reserve early.
Your Reset Is Waiting
Five days. One nervous system that finally gets to slow down. You in?

