Return to Self: Women's Circles, Workshops & Retreats

When the world feels loud and your capacity feels narrow, how do you tend to yourself?
We live in a culture that rewards constant doing & productivity, often at the expense of our wellbeing. When stress takes over, our window of tolerance shrinks, our bodies tighten, and we can find ourselves spiraling before we’ve even realized we’re overwhelmed.
But what if you could catch the shift before the spiral?
Join clinical psychologist Dr Zac Elizabeth Buchanan (The Return) and Pilates & Yoga instructor Carolina Moya (Your Balance Project) for a nourishing, 3-hour workshop designed to help you undertsand your nervous system, map your personal warning signs, and reclaim your sense of balance and presence.

### Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026
• Time: 10am-1pm
• Location: Aviva Wellness Studio, Balwyn North
• Investment
  EARLY BIRD $120 (+ booking fee) ends 30 June
  Full Price: $150 (+ booking fee ) from 1 July until sold out.
• Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/honouring-your-needs-in-times-of-stress-tickets-1990457015515?aff=oddtdtcreator

This is not about adding more to your to-do list. It is an intentional space to pause, learn, move, and remember how to honour yourself from the inside out.

### What We Will Explore Together:

• The Science of Your Stress Response: We’ll demystify the physiology of burnout, unpack the "window of tolerance” to understand what happens internally when stress takes the wheel.
• The Art of Micro-Tracking: Learn how to check in with yourself moment-to-moment and make conscious, supportive choices in real time.
• Preventing the Spiral: Identify your unique early warning signs and map out practical strategies to anchor yourself before overwhelm sets in.
• Somatic & Yin Movement: Be guided through grounding movement sequences and restorative Yin Yoga designed to release stored tension, soothe the nervous system, and drop you back into your body.
• The Power of Presence & Connection: Opportunity for internal reflection and to participate in a supportive sharing circle, offering a safe space to be seen, heard, and held in community.

### What is Included:

• Science-backed strategies and knowledge to empower you to cope better with stress
• Somatic movement practices
• Journal prompts for internal reflection
• Sharing circle and connection with like-minded women
• Tea and nibbles

### This immersion is for you if:

• You are a woman juggling multiple roles and feeling overwhelmed by the daily load.
• You want to pause and give yourself permission to step away from the doing.
• You are craving a complete mind-body reset and a dedicated day of rest.
• You want to understand your stress signs so you can take positive action before spiralling.
• You want practical tools to regulate your nervous system and bring yourself back to calm.
• You are ready to prioritize your needs and reconnect with your body through gentle movement.

Spaces are limited to ensure an intimate, safe, and supportive environment for all who attend.

Come exactly as you are—imperfect, exhausted, or simply longing for a pause. We cannot wait to hold space for you.

SECURE YOUR SPOT HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/honouring-your-needs-in-times-of-stress-tickets-1990457015515?aff=oddtdtcreator