I was a junior at Taylor University, preparing for Dr. Kroll’s organic chemistry final exam, and little did I know my life was about to change. Normally I sat through O-Chem with mild dread and confusion, struggling to grasp the concepts, but this last day of the semester was different. Professor Kroll shifted into a philosophical, poetic tone as he shared about a practice that has played a significant role in his life. For the first time in organic chemistry I sat mesmerized, hanging on Professor Kroll’s every word.

Dr. Kroll introduced me to the practice of reflective retreats, a time to pause and step away from everyday distractions and assess where you are in life and ask how things are going.  It’s a periodic check-in with yourself, a time to revisit dreams and goals and plan to live in alignment with your deepest desires and intentions.

After 25 years of taking reflective retreats, this annual ritual has become an important part of my life and has been a way to attend to my mind, body, and soul, make course corrections along the way, and live in better alignment with what is most important to me.

Oasis Adventures was born out of a desire to support others in their wellness journey. It’s a dream that combines the main streams of my life: a career in medicine, reflective retreats, holistic wellness, adventure travel, educating, spiritual growth, and cultivating community. It’s an expression of my passion to help people live in alignment with their authentic purpose and to thrive in every area of their life. 

Welcome to Oasis Adventures! I’m excited to guide and encourage you as you discover creative ways to live with meaning and purpose, and look forward to journeying together toward holistic well-being.

Most warmly, James