93. Reclaiming Connection and Healing Through Community and Retreats
02/13/25 • 22 min
As women, we often carry the weight of multiple roles and responsibilities, sometimes without a space to exhale or process life’s overwhelming moments.
In this episode, I sit down with Trish, a trauma-informed breathwork coach and Reiki master, and Rebecca, a past retreat participant, to dive into the importance of community for women’s healing and empowerment.
We discuss how retreats provide the opportunity to reset, reconnect with ourselves, and build supportive relationships with other women. Rebecca shares her experience of attending a retreat during a difficult time in her life and how it helped her regain balance, create lasting connections, and develop practices that continue to support her today.
If you're feeling the need to step away from the chaos and find clarity, this episode offers insights into how you can reclaim your peace through connection and intentional self-care.
Learn more about my upcoming retreats here: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/
In this episode:
- Why community is crucial for women’s mental and emotional well-being
- What happens when we give ourselves permission to prioritize self-care
- The transformational power of stepping outside your comfort zone
- Tools like breathwork, yoga, and vision boards that foster healing
- How retreats can offer both structured activities and downtime for reflection
- Rebecca’s personal journey to healing and what she learned through retreat participation
Retreat Information:
Join us at the Rising Woman Retreat from April 26–28 in beautiful West Virginia. This weekend offers a blend of healing practices, including breathwork, yoga, wellness talks, and time for deep connection. You’ll also enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals, creative activities, and time to relax in nature. For more information and to reserve your spot, visit risingwomanproject.com.
Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:
Website: https://risingwomanproject.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae
Learn more about my upcoming retreat to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/
Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/
As women, we often carry the weight of multiple roles and responsibilities, sometimes without a space to exhale or process life’s overwhelming moments.
In this episode, I sit down with Trish, a trauma-informed breathwork coach and Reiki master, and Rebecca, a past retreat participant, to dive into the importance of community for women’s healing and empowerment.
We discuss how retreats provide the opportunity to reset, reconnect with ourselves, and build supportive relationships with other women. Rebecca shares her experience of attending a retreat during a difficult time in her life and how it helped her regain balance, create lasting connections, and develop practices that continue to support her today.
If you're feeling the need to step away from the chaos and find clarity, this episode offers insights into how you can reclaim your peace through connection and intentional self-care.
Learn more about my upcoming retreats here: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/
In this episode:
- Why community is crucial for women’s mental and emotional well-being
- What happens when we give ourselves permission to prioritize self-care
- The transformational power of stepping outside your comfort zone
- Tools like breathwork, yoga, and vision boards that foster healing
- How retreats can offer both structured activities and downtime for reflection
- Rebecca’s personal journey to healing and what she learned through retreat participation
Retreat Information:
Join us at the Rising Woman Retreat from April 26–28 in beautiful West Virginia. This weekend offers a blend of healing practices, including breathwork, yoga, wellness talks, and time for deep connection. You’ll also enjoy nourishing vegetarian meals, creative activities, and time to relax in nature. For more information and to reserve your spot, visit risingwomanproject.com.
Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:
Website: https://risingwomanproject.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae
Learn more about my upcoming retreat to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/
Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/
Previous Episode
92. Choosing Yourself: How Meditation Can Change Your Life with Katy Rexing
After breaking down on her kitchen floor surrounded by crying babies, Katy knew something had to change. In this episode, she shares how meditation, self-care, and small shifts transformed her life—and how it can do the same for you.
Katy shares her powerful journey from anxiety and burnout to finding peace and purpose through meditation, sobriety, and self-discovery. With four kids, a demanding life, and societal pressures weighing her down, Katy hit a breaking point that ultimately led to profound transformation. She now guides women in midlife to reconnect with themselves through the practice of meditation, empowering them to shed the “shoulds” and live in alignment with their true needs.
We also discuss how retreats, like the one we’re co-hosting in Panama, provide an opportunity for deep healing, connection, and the creation of sustainable wellness habits. https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/panama-spring-2025-retreat-in-cambutal/
In this episode:
- Katy’s personal transformation through meditation and sobriety
- How meditation offers clarity and builds inner trust
- Why meditation doesn’t require perfection—and how to simplify the practice
- Overcoming societal pressures and redefining success on your own terms
- The importance of women’s circles and retreats for connection and healing
- Details about our upcoming wellness retreat in Panama (March 16-22)
Connect with Katy:
https://www.instagram.com/katyrexing/
Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:
Website: https://risingwomanproject.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae
Learn more about my upcoming retreat to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/
Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/
Next Episode
94. Why Am I So Exhausted? Unpacking Midlife Fatigue & How to Fix It
If you're constantly feeling drained, like no amount of coffee or sleep can fix your exhaustion, you’re not alone. In this solo episode, I am sharing my insights into why midlife women often feel completely wiped out—and what to do about it.
We’re going beyond the usual “just get more sleep” advice and uncovering the real culprits behind midlife fatigue—hormonal shifts, stress overload, poor sleep quality, and even diet. I’ll break down what’s really going on in your body, why you might feel like you’re running on empty, and most importantly, actionable ways to reclaim your energy.
Learn more about my upcoming retreats here: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/
In this episode:
- The hidden reasons why midlife exhaustion is so common
- How hormonal changes (especially progesterone, estrogen, and cortisol) impact your energy
- The connection between chronic stress, burnout, and fatigue
- Why sleep apnea is underdiagnosed in women—and how it could be affecting you
- The foods that boost vs. drain your energy (spoiler: you’re probably not getting enough protein!)
- How movement and strength training can revitalize your body without overworking it
- Why acupuncture and Chinese medicine can be game changers for energy and stress management
- Simple, realistic habits to start feeling better today
FREE RESOURCE: If you’re ready to go from exhausted to empowered, grab my free guide at RisingWomanProject.com and start taking control of your energy.
Connect with me, Sara Poldmae:
Website: https://risingwomanproject.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae
Learn more about my upcoming retreat to Panama: https://risingwomanproject.com/retreats/
Ready To Take The Next Step To Thriving In Midlife? Download Your Free Hot Sheet With The Top 3 Things You Can Do Today To Rise + Thrive! https://risingwomanproject.com/contact/
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