
Yep, wow! It is already almost that time again!
The P4 DID-inspired Retreat for dissociative survivors is just a hop and a skip away, and all kinds of exciting options are in place.
Every year are plans get better and better, and this year, we are including time with horses!
I’m so excited to announce that horses are involved this year! We’ve all heard how equine-related activities are incredibly healing, and while the P4 Retreat: TEXAS 2024 has many unique features, introducing one-on-one time with horses feels wonderful.
Of course, all the usual fun retreat activities are planned as well, but our Texas venue allows for us to have some unique adventures.
- We have a private lake for peace and tranquility.
- We have enough canoes for everyone to paddle along if they so choose.
- We have a pool table to have use.
- We have a labyrinth to walk.
- We have hiking trails to explore.
- We have acres of space to enjoy – we won’t be crowded at all!
- We have the opportunity to go zip lining again!
- We’re riding a wagon-bus to see hundreds of animals, including Texas Long Horns, of course.
- We have a security gate, security cameras and a long private drive.
- We have both fancy housing and rustic housing, including budget-friendly options.
- Not one, but two pianos. Oh, that sounds like fun for me!

Of course, we’ll also be doing our usual DID-inspired activities as well:
- Having amazing group discussions
- Doing DID System skits
- Sharing meals together
- Doing art projects, writing projects, and collage
- Q&A answers and discussions re: DID Education
- Kids story time, because your kiddos will be there too
- A teen-themed evening, and maybe a dance party!
- Oh, and don’t forget about the Clay Board! It will be there.
- Cookie Day is back! With two kitchens, we get to share your favorite treats.
- Puzzle-themed activities related to DID System Work. This is still a Discussing Dissociation event after all, lol.
- Enjoying time with House Mom and our new Hawaiian Guest Cook.
FRIENDSHIPS will be built!
Besides all of the fun activities, one of the best aspects of the retreat is the community of dissociative trauma survivors having freedom to be themselves. That includes having those deep and meaningful conversations with each other. Where else can you go to feel so deeply, and immediately understood and not judged for who you are?! The hours and hours and hours of survivor-support community interaction is the real gem of the retreat. Having the time and space to talk openly and safely with other dissociative folks is worth it’s weight in gold.

For more information, check out the P4 DID Conference website.
All the P4 Retreat activities and events are explained in more detail at this site. You’ll find pictures, registration information, dates and times, etc.
The P4 Retreat: TEXAS 2024 has a variety of options — different lengths of times, different housing choices, and a variety of costs.
Of course, we prefer to know you and meet with you ahead of time, so joining the DDCF Community Forum allows us all to have increased time for safety and connection.
And of course, if not this year, there is always next year!

Are you thinking about joining us?
Or maybe next year? You might need time to plan ahead.
Even today, you can join the DDCF forums. Forum members receive retreat / small group information months ahead, they see loads of pictures, help participate in planning, and get top priority and first choice when making reservations. Besides, all the early advantages, having safe ways to get to know other attendees of the in-person events helps create safety, friendship, and depth of experience. AND, the forums are available 24/7, all year long.
I most certainly hope to see you at one of our events. They are truly wonderful.
And of course, every day, all day, I wish you the very best in your healing journey.
Warmly,
Kathy

Copyright © 2008-2026 Kathy Broady and Discussing Dissociation
We really liked the early morning walks when the sun was coming up. It was such a beautiful area for a retreat . The whole area outside was very relaxing.
You always plan the BEST activities and are so good at running these. I am sure anyone who attends will be grateful they did.
I saw the thing about the pool table…
Be forewarned: several of us are pool sharks. DONT let mk, Blue, missy, jasmin, rylie, or tuck play pool with anyone! Especially Blue…she is so cute and will try to get someone to be money and then she will be tricky and win the game and you’ll owe her a dollar.(she thinks that is a lot of money.) So dont fall for her cute little innocent voice. We got trained to play pool for money. We see the angles of the paths where the balls will go in our heads and have played pool for lots of years. They will beat everyone every time .
(Play me , caden, instead,; I am terrible at it.)