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Less Noise.
More Life.

Nature-led experiences for individuals and families who want to slow down, reconnect, and live more fully — together.
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Soulfire creates intentional experiences rooted in time outside, shared presence, and a slower pace. From personal resets to family adventures, everything we offer is designed to feel calm, grounded, and human — without pressure to perform or keep up.
Our Story
Melanie Merkling soulful retreat guide & coach
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Time in the wild

Away from screens, noise, and constant demand — offers an ongoing invitation to slow down and listen. In that space, what truly matters becomes clearer.Your soul's fire is a beacon of possibility, calling you to step into your greatness and make your mark on the world. Together, we'll fan the flames of your passions, amplify your strengths, and create a life that radiates with purpose, power, and fulfillment.

Soulfire is shaped by this way of living: grounded, intentional, and rooted in real life."

Melanie Merkling
Melanie Merkling soulful retreat guide & coach
Entrepreneur, Life Guide
& SoulFire Curator

Meet Melanie Merkling

Melanie Merkling is the founder of Soulfire, a nature-led experience brand rooted in slow travel, presence, and connection. A longtime entrepreneur and single parent, Melanie’s life has been shaped by seasons of building, letting go, and choosing a more intentional way of living.

Over the years, she has spent extended time traveling with her children, exploring wild places, and learning what happens when life is allowed to move at a more human pace. These experiences — outdoors, together, and away from constant noise — became the foundation for Soulfire.

Melanie believes wellness isn’t something you escape to or optimize for. It’s something you practice quietly, in real life, through time outside, shared meals, meaningful connection, and space to breathe. Her work is less about fixing or transforming, and more about creating environments where people — and families — can settle back into themselves.

Through Soulfire, Melanie curates experiences that invite people to slow down, reconnect, and remember what matters — in nature, in community, and at home.
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Choose A Different Pace

Not a program. Not a prescription.Just space to step outside the noise and reconnect with what matters most.Through immersive experiences and intentional gatherings, Soulfire creates room to slow down, reset, and move forward with clarity.
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 Wellness in the Wild

Rooted in the belief that nature is restorative by design, Wellness in the Wild creates space for reflection, grounding, and renewal. These experiences prioritize simplicity, presence, and time outside as a way to reconnect with what matters most.
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 Family Adventure Trips

Guided, all-inclusive trips that prioritize presence over productivity—featuring scenic routes, intentional downtime, shared meals, and space for families to experience the journey together.
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Grounded Support

Supportive spaces to pause, reflect, and move forward with clarity.

Soulfire Retreats - Multi-day immersive retreats designed to offer space for deeper connection, restoration, and perspective. Soulfire Retreats bring together small groups in thoughtfully chosen settings, creating room to slow down, step away from everyday demands, and reconnect—with yourself, with others, and with what matters most.

Soulfire Sessions - A limited number of one-on-one sessions offering grounded, strategic support for building a life that feels aligned, sustainable, and true. Soulfire Sessions provide a private, consistent space to slow down, clarify direction, and make intentional decisions—supporting both personal depth and the practical shaping of how you live and work.
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Learning How to Listen Again

Focusing on the emotional and psychological journey described in the text, suitable for a personal blog or "slow living" community.

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The Lost Art of Wandering

A reminder that when we stop obsessing over efficiency and start following curiosity without a destination, we discover the insights that only appear when we finally stop trying to control the path.

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Learning How to Be Unproductive Again

A radical call to stop treating rest as a tool for more output and rediscover who you are when nothing is required of you.

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What Other Places Teach Us About Being Human

By stepping into different rhythms, we begin to see how much of our urgency and optimization is learned rather than necessary. Explore how distance provides the perspective needed to bring a more intentional, slower way of living back home.

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In Defense of Feral Children

When we resist the urge to entertain our children, games emerge and stories form. Explore why nature is the perfect "unpredictable" setting for kids to navigate risks, solve their own problems, and finally learn how to manage themselves.

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It Doesn’t Matter Who You Are in the Wild

Discover the profound healing that happens when you step into a world that doesn't require you to be "someone," and how "forgetting" yourself helps you remember that you are already enough.

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When the World Feels Heavy, Go Somewhere Quiet

It’s Not Selfish to Seek the Quiet Summary: Stepping back from the noise doesn't mean you’ve stopped caring—it means you’re protecting your inner landscape. Discover how a simple shift in attention can restore your rhythm and help you feel "normal" again.

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Why Teams Align Faster in Nature

Strategy isn't the only thing a team needs to succeed; they need a regulated nervous system. Explore how nature removes the 'performance pressure' of the office, allowing teams to align through shared experience rather than forced conversation.

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When Life Changes Direction: How Nature Creates the Clarity We Can’t Think Our Way Into

Clarity doesn’t emerge under pressure; it emerges when the nervous system feels safe enough to listen. Learn why the brain requires the 'neutral ground' of nature to navigate major life transitions and identity shifts without the noise of everyday roles.

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Wellness in the Wild: Why Nature Works When Nothing Else Has

Move beyond the metrics of modern wellness. From navigating major life transitions to reducing team friction, explore how stepping into the wild downshifts the nervous system and allows true insight to surface organically.

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Why Families Need Nature More Than Schedules

Is constant stimulation crowding out your family’s connection? Beyond the fresh air, nature provides a "neutral ground" that improves emotional regulation and reduces anxiety for parents and children alike. Learn why the great outdoors is the ultimate tool for moving from performance to presence.

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Not all Super Heroes Wear Capes - But They All Need Self Care

In the rollercoaster realm of blending business aspirations with parenting, every parent entrepreneur has mastered the delicate art of wearing the 'Super Parent' cape. By day, you’re closing business deals, by evening you're negotiating peace treaties (between battling siblings, of course), and by night? Well, we’re still not entirely sure when you sleep.

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The Top 5 Challenges Parentpreneurs Face (And How to Overcome Them with a Smile!)

Oh, parentpreneurs! You brave souls who’ve decided that running after a toddler and running a business can totally happen at the same time. If someone’s given you a "Best Multitasker" mug, you’ve definitely earned it. But, even superheroes face challenges (Kryptonite, anyone?).

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Discover the real impact of SoulFire through the voices of our vibrant tribe.

Melanie is super-human. I'm constantly blown away by her depth of insight, her knowledge, and her ability to help entrepreneurs work through and around barriers. She certainly has set my soul on fire! But what makes it more amazing is how she balances her capabilities with the presence she brings to her role as a single parent. Like I said...super-human!"

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Eric Roman
CEO & Founder, Dr. Eric J Roman

Mel has a unique ability to see past the distractions and find the essential. Her ability to craft her entrepreneurial life in harmony with her family life is unparalleled. Since working with Mel I’ve experienced more success, more passion, and more fun than I thought was possible. Run, don’t walk, to work with her!

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Ben Brown
Fractional COO

Mel had a gift for seeing around corners and identifying blind spots and then building a simple strategic plan for getting what you want. I’ve personally seen her whiteboard entire businesses from scratch, and then hand over an execution plan on a platter. She has a brilliant mind, and is a master at helping people to see where they might get stuck along their journey. If you have the chance to work with Mel, I have no doubt she’ll get you going in a direction toward fulfillment and living a life you love!

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John Davie
Growth Strategist and Investor

Mel is one of the most brilliant intuitive individuals I’ve worked with. She has an amazing ability to understand my needs and to provide a clear roadmap for achieving my goals. Her insights and expertise have been invaluable in helping me navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. With her support and guidance, you can be confident in your ability to to succeed. There's truly no better person to have in your corner than Mel.

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Luke Peniston
Father and Serial Entrepreneur
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