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Drop distractions. For good.
Even if you’re completely addicted to your phone.
What kind of work do you do?
Shallow work: Low-value tasks like responding to emails, scanning websites and using social media. Most people spend their entire workday doing shallow work.
Deep work: Activities performed in a state of distraction-free concentration that push your cognitive capabilities to their limits. 50 minutes of deep work is often more impactful than 5 days of shallow work.
Join us for our first Deep Work retreat!
Are you feeling called to level up with other founders and forward-thinkers for an off-the-grid personal-development retreat like no other?
We're inviting a group of goal-oriented leaders to Oaxaca, Mexico to embark on a journey to repair your relationship with time itself, where you'll drop distractions, focus on what REALLY matters, and create time freedom, without letting common distractions get in the way.
In this 8-day, 7-night, self-development retreat you and a very select group of humble high-achievers will come together, remove your digital distractions and learn how to practice DEEP WORK, the #1 skill that separates the successful few from the distracted many.
You’ll discover an entirely new sense of balance, so you can both make a living AND have a life.
Immerse yourself in our luxurious accommodations, astonishing beachside sunsets, coastal adventures, whitewater rafting, immersive culinary experiences, life-changing breakthrough workshops and a supportive community of new friends.
All the while our home base will be our gorgeous, private cliffside resort on the coast, just a few steps from our own cove, where you’ll finally step out of your day-to-day, press the reset button and enjoy the reward-rich lifestyle.
It’s time to reclaim your time.
“I’ve met so many incredible individuals this week and we’ve created a trust and a bond I could have never imagined. I think we’ve created relationships that will last a lifetime”
“The people Brick brought together are some of the most interesting and fun people I’ve met in my entire life. Not only that, they are all willing to share their learnings in life with each other.”
“This was one of the most life-shifting experiences I have ever participated in.”
“I have never felt that level of connection from a community before.”
When you’re staring down at your keyboard, it’s hard to look at the horizon.
As a business owner, side-hustler or freelancer, you have no triggers for slowing down and zooming out.
All of the pressure is on your shoulders.
And once you get one thing done, there are always three more around the corner.
On top of that, you’re bombarded by incessant digital distractions every single day, even on our “days off”, fracturing our focus, productivity, motivation and even morale.
Does any of this sound familiar to you?
72% of entrepreneurs report mental health concerns.
Entrepreneurs are 30% more likely than the general population to experience depression.
This is true for side-hustlers too, because you have double the responsibilities and it’s even easier to feel fragmented, unaccomplished and burnt out.
Well what if compromising yourself for your business wasn’t necessary for success?
So that you could both make a great living AND have a great life?
What if you gave yourself the time to truly zoom out and reassess your priorities?
So that you can work smart, and not just work hard?
What if you could turn off all the distractions and get clear on what really matters?
So that you can take your time back, feel accomplished at the end of the day and finally feel like you’re doing enough?
And what if you could do it all in a beautiful place, surrounded by a community of other leaders just like you?
Saying no to distractions is hard. But here’s what doesn’t work.
#1: Trying to change bad habits in the same environment that created them.
Can you imagine trying to eat less sugar while living in a candy store? That’s what it’s like with our phones, TV’s, iPads and laptops readily available to us at all times. Studies consistently show that getting out of your normal environment is the best time to change habits, especially if you want to make them long-lasting.
#2: Relying on self-control and willpower.
Grit and discipline are muscles that tire quickly. If that’s all you needed to stay focused and say no to distractions, then everybody would have the perfect body and no one would be a smoker. Although self-control is important, relying on it is a short-term strategy, at best.
#3: Trying to figure it out alone.
If you could figure it out alone, you’d have figured it out already. The thing is, we’re social creatures. We learn our behaviors from others and are more likely to be persistent and accountable when others are involved. By surrounding yourself with a coach and community of supportive people with shared goals, it increases your chance of success, and can make it almost impossible NOT reach them.
#4: Trying to change habits while immersed in your “day-to-day.”
Can you imagine giving your car an oil change while you’re still driving it? It’d be messy and you’d probably break something. Same goes for you. You need to take yourself off the road, turn off and let your engines cool, so you can make the work-life-balance upgrades you desire.
#5: Thinking you’ll figure it out as you go.
It’s cliche, but it’s true: When you fail to plan, you plan to fail. It’s essential to have a step-by-step system in place that supports your focus, otherwise “distraction creep” will soon take advantage of slippery slopes and you’ll end up where you started. This has probably already happened to you before.
#6: Trying to do it for free.
You don’t value the things you don’t pay for. If you have nothing to lose for skipping that free workout video on YouTube, you’re less likely to work out. But if you paid for a trainer at the gym and they’re going to be standing there waiting for you, you’re going to show up. Why? Because paying for something, especially when it’s uncomfortable, creates commitment. When you make an investment, you get the results.
That’s where Brick comes in
PRESS THE RESET BUTTON
In this 8-day secluded beach retreat, you’ll remove your digital distractions and get crystal clear clarity on what really matters.
You’ll discover an entirely new sense of balance, so you can both make a living and have a life…
All while immersing yourself in gorgeous natural landscapes, coastal adventures, breakthrough workshops and a supportive community of new friends.
Ultimately, you’ll leave with a new time management system and having repaired your relationship with time itself.
THE OAXACA EXPERIENCE
Surround yourself with other humble high-achievers on an epic once-in-a-lifetime getaway to the beaches of Oaxaca, Mexico.
An all-inclusive, fully-curated retreat, with outdoor activities and transformative workshops that will make you forget your phone even exists.
Incredible adventures, personal growth and life-long friendships await, with the most exceptional natural wonders on Earth as our backdrop.
DISCOVER HUATULCO
The hidden beach town of Huatulco, Mexico will be our home base. With 9 gorgeous bays and vibrant marine life, experience the best of what coastal Southern Mexico has to offer.
We’ll also travel to the surfer’s paradise of Puerto Escondido, spend a day on a boat, and veer off the beaten track to destinations that take us on an unparalleled journey through Mexico.
From sunset surf lessons to mezcal tasting to secret sea turtle nesting sites, there’s an adventure around every corner.
UNLEARN YOUR LIMITS
While exploring the outer reaches of the natural world, we will also embark on an inner journey of the highest order.
Get personal time with Tommy Sobel and do the deep inner work that sheds the old you as you transform into the confident, magnetic leader that you were born to be.
Get crystal clear clarity on your vision for yourself and your business and break through the self-sabotage that has long been getting in the way, so that you can show up fully for your team, your customers and your most intimate relationships.
A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
Are you a leader, always there for your team, your coworkers and your closest relationships, but when it comes to getting support with YOUR own challenges, you have to solve them on your own?
You’ll join a highly curated group of humble high-achievers, just like you. Immersed in this highly collaborative, vulnerable, honest community, you’ll find the exact support system you’ve been seeking. And perhaps for the first time ever, you’ll come away with inspiring, powerful, life-long friends who will be rooting for you and you can rely on for the rest of your life.
YOUR STAY
Check out the video!
For our accommodations we’re taking over an entire luxurious cliffside resort, with 4 infinity pools and restaurant, all walking distance to a gorgeous colorful bay.
Everyone will have their own private casita with a king bed.
You can also expect next-level meals showcasing the best of what Oaxaca has to offer.
ALL INCLUSIVE
√ All experiences
√ All accommodations
√ All food
√ All coaching & workshops
√ All content from our videographer
Basically, just get yourself to Mexico and we’ll take care of the rest.
DATES & PRICE
8 days and 7 nights
September 25th - October 2nd, 2022
The price is $4,000
Reach out about special rates if you have financial constraints.
And it’s a tax-deductible business expense!
BOOKING PROCESS
You’re pre-approved. Everyone else has to apply first.
Limited to 20 people, only a fraction of the size of our past trips.
Number of spots left: 5
Spots are filled on a first-come-first-served basis.
Registration closes on August 24th.
BOOK YOUR SPOT HERE:
The all-inclusive price is just $4,000
√ All next-level experiences
√ All luxury accommodations
√ All chef-prepared food
√ All personal coaching & breakthrough workshops
√ All content from our videographer
Basically, just get yourself to Mexico and we’ll take care of the rest!
Number of spots left: 5
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“It’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made in my life. I feel like I got myself back. I got my life back. Everyone should be doing this.”
“My screen time went from 11.5 hours a day to 5.5 hours a day.
I feel more creative and focused than I have ever been in my life. I feel free.
I have a new outlook on life.”
Check out the video from our Guatemala retreat!
ABOUT US
The Brick Community
Brick is for people who are dissatisfied with their relationship to screens and want to spend more time engaged with others in the real world. We throw highly curated phone-free experiences for our growing community of business leaders, innovators and forward-thinking people.
About Tommy Sobel
Tommy Sobel is the founder of Brick and the world’s premiere digital habits coach, having helped 1000’s of busy top-performers reclaim tens of 1000’s of hours of productive time.
Using his background in neuroscience and behavior reconditioning, Tommy trains business leaders to improve their relationship with screens through coaching, proven systems and community, so they can reclaim 100+ productive hours each month, grow their business faster and enjoy more time off.
FAQ
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Brick's Oaxaca Beach Retreat is not for you...
If you are not a leader in your field, or at your company, or in your personal life.
If you prefer to stay in your comfort zone, doing what you already know, whether or not it's working well for you.
If you use Covid as an excuse for your workaholism, instead of rewarding yourself with a much-overdue vacation, to make the most out of the fruits of your labor.
If you prefer to stay in the touristy areas when you travel, you don't care for the outdoors, adventure, or exploring off the beaten path.
If you're not committed to reaching your peak potential, becoming the best version of yourself that inspires others and makes a huge impact on the world.
If you're not willing to take an honest look at the self-sabotage that's been holding you back from having everything you desire.
However, maybe this Brick Experience IS for you...
Are you a founder, business owner, entrepreneur or leader at your company?
Have you been working harder than ever this past year, made difficult sacrifices and successfully persevered through the pandemic?
Have you been feeling like you've been doing it alone?
Have you been itching to take a vacation to celebrate your accomplishments, but you've been waiting for the right venue with people like you?
Do you seek deeper, stronger bonds with other leaders that are at your level? People who understand what you've gone through, have already overcome what you're going through, and are willing to support you?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Brick's Oaxaca Beach Retreat was designed for you.
If you think this MIGHT be for you...
Then you have nothing to lose if you just apply, before the chance to attend is gone forever.
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Almost everybody who comes to these retreats comes alone.
Almost everyone comes knowing nobody else.
If you were approved, you were approved for a reason.
Whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert, you feel like you have trouble making friends, none of that matters here.
You are welcome here.
You won’t regret it.
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It’s equal parts all of the above!
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This retreat is 8 days, 7 nights.
Each of the 8 days have their own theme, but the trip will have 2 main parts:
Part 1 - Complete digital detox
Part 2 - Reintroducing devices slowly
Although we believe deeply in the power of surprise, soon we’ll share a teaser with a few highlights from each day.
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√ All experiences
√ All accommodations
√ All food
√ All entrance fees
Basically, just get yourself to Zion and we will take care of the rest.
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The price is $4,000
And it’s a tax deductible business expense!
Payment plans are available on a case-by-case basis.
We have third-party financing available as well, just ask!
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Forget white walls and generic hotel rooms.
Our lavish accommodations will be one of a kind.
Having booked out an entire resort with multiple villas, everyone will have their own casita with a king bed.
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All your meals and food are included. Not only that, but we take dining experiences very seriously!
Have a specific diet or food allergy? It’s all good!
Any and all restrictions will be accommodated for, as long as you tell us beforehand.
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After our success hosting our Guatemala & Zion retreats amidst the pandemic without any issues, we will follow the same protocol.
Everyone will be required to show proof of a negative covid test within 24 hours of the start of the retreat.
We also will request a 10 Day period of Essential Gatherings Only leading up to the retreat, to further eliminate the chance of exposure.
We will also be administering at-home covid tests for additional redundancy.
We will be taking all possible precautions to make this a safe trip for all, although there are inherent risks to being in-person.
Our question to you is: What’s the risk of NOT attending?
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Applications are reviewed on a first-come-first-served basis.
If you are accepted, a 50% deposit is due to confirm your spot.
Spots are filled on a first-come-first-served basis.
Payment plans are available on a case-by-case basis.
Once we’re full, we’ll start a waiting list.
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In the event that any government travel restrictions are put in place that prevent you from getting to Oaxaca on our chosen dates, your payment is 100% fully transferable to a future Brick retreat.
In the event that any travel restrictions are put in place that prevent our staff from getting to Oaxaca on our chosen dates, everyone’s payment will be fully transferable to a future Brick retreat.
If you cancel for any other reason, we revert to our standard refund policy:
Your 50% deposit is transferable to a future Brick retreat, up until 30 days before the start date of the trip.non-refundable.
Your 50% remainder is non-refundable.
In other words, if you have paid in full and cancel more than 30 days before the trip, 50% of your payment is transferrable to a future retreat.
If you cancel within 30 days from the start of the trip, you will not be refunded nor is your payment transferable, because all of the costs of hosting you have already been paid and we will not have time to find a replacement for you.
Everyone will be required to show proof of a negative covid test within 48-hours of the start date of the trip.
If you get Covid just before the trip, you cannot attend. The money you paid is not transferrable nor refundable, as this is not Brick’s nor the government’s fault that you aren’t coming.
To put it simply, if it’s our fault or the governments fault that you can’t go, we transfer your payment to a future retreat. If it’s your fault, we don’t transfer it.
Number of spots left: 5
