The Midlife Pause

A gentle mini retreat for women

A warm, creative 3-hour workshop for women in midlife who are longing to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves, without pressure or fixing

This workshop is for you if:

You feel a quiet need to pause, but rarely give yourself permission

Yes! I do!

You sense you’re in a transition, even if you can’t fully name it yet

Yes! I am!

You want space to reflect, without being told what to fix or change

Yes please!

You’d like to connect with other women who get this stage of life

Absolutely!

What this space offers

This workshop is a warm, creative space for women in their midlife years to pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves, without pressure, fixing, or expectations.

We’ll explore where you’ve been, where you are now, and what lies ahead…

Through creative activities, guided reflection, gentle conversation, and embodied exploration, you’ll be invited to:

  • Reflect on this stage of life with kindness
  • Connect with women who understand this chapter
  • Gain clarity around what matters to you now
  • Take one meaningful step forward, in your own way

You’re welcome to share, or simply listen.

This is a space to be yourself, exactly as you are.

What Our Time Together Looks Like

  • Arriving & Settling In

    We begin by gathering as a group, introducing ourselves gently, and arriving into the space together.

    You’ll be invited to share your name and one intention, or simply listen.

  • Creative Reflection & Connection

    Through creative collage, guided reflection, and small-group sharing, you’ll explore where you’ve been, where you are now, and what lies ahead, supported by conversation and quiet moments.

  • Embodied Integration & Closing

    We come back together for an embodied, symbolic activity using simple materials, followed by a closing circle, taking a moment to name what you’re carrying forward.

You’ll leave feeling:

Lighter and more spacious.

Clearer about what matters now.

Connected, to yourself and others.

Supported as you step into what’s next.

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All materials are provided.
No creative skills are needed.

  • Shirah Shulman

    Shirah is a psychotherapist and facilitator with over 20 years’ experience supporting emotional wellbeing. She creates warm, non-judgmental spaces where women feel heard, supported, and gently guided to reconnect with themselves, release what no longer serves them, and find a deeper sense of calm and clarity through midlife.


  • Shira Halberstadt

    Shira is a reflexologist specialising in lymphatic drainage and the founder of Journal Cards. She supports women in their wellbeing journeys through gentle body awareness and a holistic approach. Shira creates calm, supportive spaces where women are invited to pause, reconnect with themselves, and gain clarity about what truly matters.

  • Duration:

    3 hours

  • Price:

    $150

  • Group size:

    10-12 women

  • What to Bring:

    Your open mind.

Upcoming Workshops:

Tuesday, February 17th, 10am-1pm. Dee Why

Thursday, February 19th, 5pm- 8pm. Dee Why

Address: 11/1 Redman Rd, Dee Why

Can’t make these dates?

You’re welcome to leave your details below. I’ll be in touch once new dates and locations are confirmed.

No obligation, just an expression of interest.