SACRED FASTING IN PARADISE
For the lovers of life, radically sovereign, and spiritual seekers. Your next level of embodiment awaits on Hawaii's sacred shores.
A Call to Deeper Medicine
You’ve done the inner work and embraced the value of investing in your life and body. Now, let the islands cradle you as you embark on a journey of profound cellular renewal.
Beyond plant medicine, beyond breathwork, beyond yoga—lies a level of embodiment your cells are crying out to experience.
This Spring Equinox, answer that call in paradise.
“Gerard’s fasting guidance has been life-changing. I’ve discovered healing, clarity, and a deeper connection to my body that I never thought possible.”
Begin Your Journey
The Reset Ritual March 21-28, 2025
An intimate 8-day fasting journey for conscious leaders ready to amplify their medicine through the ancient practice of supported fasting.
Why The Reset Ritual? Why Now?
True cellular health means each cell understands its purpose and communicates seamlessly with those around it, mirroring the pattern of emotional healing in the body. The Reset Ritual shifts your connection to nature from the inside out, from awareness to embodiment. Unlocking a life rich with flavor and vitality.
In our modern world, even the most conscious among us struggle with:
Subtle inflammation dimming our vitality
Cellular stress from environmental toxins
Disconnection from innate body wisdom
Confusion from conflicting health advice
Struggles with outdated food habits and routines
A deep need for a sacred space of renewal
The Reset Ritual offers a solution that goes beyond workshops, beyond ceremonies, beyond typical retreats—a cellular reset that amplifies your medicine from the inside out.
“Gerard’s coaching turned a challenging five-day water fast into a life-changing journey of healing and strength. With Gerard’s guidance, I conquered hunger, embraced the spiritual side of fasting, and healed a five-month colitis flare.”
The Science Meets The Sacred
With over a decade of experience guiding clients through transformative health journeys, I’ve uncovered a simple yet powerful roadmap to true cellular renewal. Through the initiation of The Reset Ritual, participants will gain lifelong tools that foster exponential growth and lasting health transformation.
Our approach synthesizes ancient fasting wisdom with contemporary scientific understanding, creating a holistic transformation protocol that honors both empirical research and spiritual intelligence.
Pristine Gut Reset
Achieved through supported water fasting
Step 1: Achieving Pristine Gut Health
My health coaching journey started with paleo clean-eating challenges at community gyms, helping groups make lasting changes in their diets. Although effective, this method took time, and success was varied due to difficulty with strict eating. Then, while working with Dr. Zach Bush’s Intrinsic Health program, I discovered the incredible benefits of fasting. Fasting simplifies the process of gut health restoration and provides a more accessible path to feeling optimal health.
Expert Guidance
Experience the best in communal support as you realign with nature.
Step 2: Expert Guidance
Fasting often brings up feelings of fear or resistance—it’s a natural part of the process. Having someone by your side who has been through it and is deeply committed to your success makes reaching your goals far more achievable. When paired with the collective strength of a supportive community, the experience becomes exponentially more transformative.
Gourmet Nourishment
Savor the richest flavors nature and expertise can provide.
Step 3: Gourmet Nourishment
After your fast, you’ll enjoy a carefully curated menu designed to gently reawaken your digestive system. Led by a professional chef and gut health coach, you’ll learn how to nourish your body with the freshest ingredients from Hawaii’s farms and nature.
When these elements come together, something profound unfolds. Your body’s innate intelligence awakens, your natural medicine amplifies, and your cellular wisdom comes alive. Nourishing choices are no longer dictated by trends but by an inner knowing that says, “I eat this because it makes me feel good.”
“Any fool can fast, but only the wise man knows how to break a fast.”
Your Journey Includes
Pre-Retreat Evolution
(Begins March 1st)
Personal Preparation Remote Guidance
Ancient wisdom for metabolic preparation
Culinary hacks to prepare for the journey
Proprietary protocols for cellular optimization
The Reset Ritual Retreat
(March 21-28)
Relaxation in pristine paradise designed for abundant rejuvenation
Daily movement & meditation practices
Specialized cellular cleansing techniques
Multiple transformative Hawaiian nature adventures
Breathwork & energy cultivation
Daily oceanfront spa access
Various ceremonies for spiritual deepening
Communal support throughout your fasting journey
The Alchemical Re-feed
(March 26-28)
Gourmet living foods prepared with intention
Ancestral cooking wisdom
Microbiome restoration practices
Integration ceremonies
Lifetime culinary tools to maximize cellular sovereignty
THE VENUE
Sundari Gardens & Spa
Pristine Hawaiian paradise
Permaculture gardens for hands-on soil connection
Ocean-front healing spaces
High-speed wifi for those working remotely
Private spaces for personal practice
Meet Your Guides
Gerard LaBonté
Lead Facilitator, Hormonal Literacy Advocate
Cellular Wisdom Guide & Culinary Wizard.
Gerard LaBonté is a self-described culinary activist, passionate about empowering others to reclaim their health sovereignty. Whether teaching people how to nourish themselves and their loved ones or crafting unforgettable meals for retreats and special events, Gerard believes in the transformative power of food. He advocates for investing time, money, and resources into nourishment as a foundation for a happy and fulfilling life.
Raised in a family of chefs, Gerard was immersed in the world of flavor from an early age. His experience as a college athlete and coach deepened his understanding of quality nutrition and its role in peak performance and well-being. This unique blend of culinary artistry and health expertise forms the foundation of his work, guiding others toward vibrant health and a profound connection with food.
“I learn something new every time I talk to Gerard. He helps me make sense of the many different parts of my world. Talking with him is like therapy for me.”
Sōul Journey
Retreat Organizer & Ceremonialist
Energy Healer & Holistic Wellness Coach
A trained quantum energy healer and a holistic wellness coach, Soul creates the sacred container for deep cellular renewal and spiritual integration. With her experience in rebirth coaching, designing spiritual retreats, facilitating yoga, and holding sacred medicine ceremonies, Soul lives for creating transformational experiences where individuals come to know and love the deepest parts of themselves
Whether in sound healing sessions or via the central mission of her ceremonial cacao company, Awakened Cacao, the core theme of all of her work is to guide people to trusting the wisdom of their heart and body to remember their divine nature & why they are here. Soul holds a loving mirror as you reawaken again and again the feeling of gratitude and awe for all parts of yourself and of existence.
How is
The Reset Ritual different from a vision quest?
How is The Reset Ritual Different from a Vision Quest?
While traditional vision quests often involve isolation and a focus on spiritual growth, The Reset Ritual combines ancient fasting practices with modern science, trauma healing, and culinary expertise to create a holistic, supportive journey.
Unlike the solitary nature of a vision quest, our retreat emphasizes the power of community. Sharing this experience with others amplifies support and connection, making the process approachable and inspiring. Our goal isn’t to test endurance in isolation but to equip participants with tools for vibrant health and healing that integrate seamlessly into their everyday lives.
Additionally, The Reset Ritual places special emphasis on reintroducing nourishment after fasting. Over several days, participants will transition to a curated menu designed to restore the digestive system and build sustainable momentum toward lasting health. This retreat isn’t just about temporary transformation—it’s about creating a foundation for profound, ongoing change.
“Gerard is an inspiring and thoughtful presenter. He conveys the information in an approachable and fun manner and did a wonderful job of responding to any and all questions the audience posed. His presentation covered an impressive array of useful nutritional tips. His work is a refreshing break from the overwhelming fad diet discourse that dominates much of the mainstream conversation on health.”
What To Expect
Tools to reset your gut and hormonal health
Hormonal literacy
Healing your physical, emotional, and spiritual relationship with your food
Understanding your personal rhythms of fasting and grazing
Effortless motivation to nourish your body in 2025.
A love for cooking simple delicious nourishing meals
Mental clarity
Confidence in yourself to achieve difficult goals
And Much More
The Investment
This isn’t just another retreat—it’s a pivotal moment of transformation.
A carefully curated journey designed to help you shed not only physical weight but also the emotional and mental barriers that have been holding you back. Imagine leaving this experience not just healthier, but fundamentally transformed—equipped with lifelong tools to sustain and elevate your health.
Restored. Reconnected. Aligned with the healing forces of nature that exist in all of us. This is a reset for your vitality, a profound shift that rebuilds your life from the foundation up.
To make this transformative experience accessible, we offer a range of investment options:
Early Bird (Shared Occupancy): $1,750
(Deposit must be received by January 1 to qualify for this rate. After January 1, the price increases to $1,950.)Private Room Upgrade Option: Upgrade to a private room for just $250.
Couples (Shared Bed Occupancy): Special discounts are available to support you and your partner in transforming together.
You will walk away with an understanding of:
The rhythms of fasting and eating
Hormonal balance and anti-aging
Disease prevention through autophagy
Cooking nourishing, wholesome food for your microbiome
Cultivating a deeper connection with yourself and the environment
And so much more!