Dear Reader,

As Mother’s Day approaches this Sunday, I’ve been sitting with the complexity of what it means to be a "nurturer."

For many of us, our lives are driven by a profound love and a genuine value for the wellbeing of others. We are the observers, the emotional anchors, and the holders of space, regardless if we hold the title of ‘mother’ or not.

But there is a shadow side to that drive for love: we can become stuck constantly looking outwards that we lose the ability to look in.

We get trapped in a cycle where our own internal needs and desires are perpetually trumped by the perceived "shoulds" of our roles. And when we finally hit a wall, we’re told that a candle-lit bath or a nice meal is the "self-care" we need.

But we know that a bath isn’t going to cut it.

When you are navigating the deep waters of motherhood or the shifting seasons of life, what you actually need isn't a temporary escape—it’s reclamation.

You need dedicated time. A regular check-in. The permission to simply be without having to "do" for anyone else. And perhaps most importantly, you need the support of other women who get it.

There is a unique kind of power in a circle of women who may be at entirely different stages of life, yet offer you the exact grace and love that feels so hard to give yourself right now.

I wonder if this resonates with you?

Starting June 4th, I am setting aside four Thursday evenings for you to move past the guilt and the people-pleasing. Through thoughtful discussions, somatic movement, and shared reflection, we will practice distinguishing our own yes from our no and learning to trust that internal voice again.

If you are tired of looking outwards for permission to rest, I invite you to join me.

This might be the moment you’ve been waiting for. Early Bird pricing ends Monday 11 May.

With love and warmth, Zac ♥

Dr Zac Elizabeth Buchanan | Clinical Psychologist​
The Return
​drzacelizabeth.com @dr.zacelizabeth​