From our hearts, to yours
Hey! We’re Bec and Emily — co-founders of The Portal of Receiving® Philosophy and your hosts for this transformational receiving journey. What started as a crazy idea between two friends who have a mission to share the life-changing teachings of the POR Philosophy, became a reality in which humans from all walks of life are brought together in Sri Lanka, to not only rest, but create a life where money, success, and long-term satisfaction are all a given, without ever having to sacrifice adventure, peace, family, relationships, or wellbeing in the process.
This retreat isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about remembering who you already are, and once were, without the hustle, without outsourcing your self-trust, belief, and enoughness to your career, work, or relationships.
It’s a gift that we get to hold space with such an incredible team of humans — each bringing their own wisdom, embodied knowledge of the Philosophy, warmth and magic.
We know your heart feels pulled toward this Retreat for a reason, trust that.
The rest of the team
Natalia
Hi, I’m Natalia — Co-Facilitator of The Receiving Retreat 2025.
POR found me during a huge life transition, when I left corporate life in Manchester to move to Sri Lanka with my family. It supported me in releasing guilt, embracing detachment, and trusting myself again.
At the retreat, I’ll be supporting you behind the scenes and during workshops. As a certified embodiment coach, I’ll also lead a session to help you connect with your body, expand your capacity to receive, and integrate everything you’re learning at a soul level.
This retreat is where you come to be.
I can’t wait to welcome you.
Yuls
Hi, I’m Yuls Walters, your yoga teacher for the retreat. Originally from Costa Rica and now based in Berlin, Germany, I’ve been practicing yoga for over a decade.
What started as physical practice became a spiritual one — a way to stay grounded, creative, and connected. I’m certified in Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Meditation, and I also work as a product designer — so I understand the importance of balancing logic with intuition.
My mission is to hold space for your reconnection — through movement, stillness, and breath.
Let’s meet on the mat.
Luke
Hi everyone, I’m Luke! I first discovered POR through my partner, Victoria. At first, I joked about it — but over time, I realised how much it was helping me shift my mindset too.
At the retreat, I’ll be hosting cocktail night — a fun, creative moment to unwind and connect. My favourite? A classic strawberry daiquiri. I’m excited to shake things up (literally) and celebrate with you.