For Mothers Of
A child with an eating disorder
RETREAT
The Retreat For Mothers Of is specially developed for mothers of a child with an eating disorder. This retreat is all about you. You have already given so much to help your child. You invest almost all of your energy, your love, your attention.
You are in a quandary because you may have more children, a relationship, a job, a life of your own.
And you notice that you are slowly running out of energy. At the same time, you have your own emotions such as fear, sadness and anger to deal with. In fact, you can't do it anymore and you may not even know what to do anymore. The retreat gives you the opportunity to really relax and recharge for a day. Tune in to yourself again and at the same time feel connected to women who know better than anyone what you are going through. Space to reflect on what you feel and what you need
The retreat is the eye of the hurricane in these difficult circumstances.
Contents
During the retreat
Reconnect with yourself
Take stock and feel what you need
Become aware of the language of your body
Do you experience how you deep down want to deal with your child's illness?
Learn to bear your painful thoughts and feelings
Learn what you can do to calm yourself down in challenging moments
Connect with your own sources of energy and inspiration
Experience your inner peace and relaxation
Method
Before the retreat you will complete a personal intake form and receive a preparation exercise.
The working methods are experience-oriented and varied. We do light yoga, there is also a lot of space to turn inward, fresh air and movement. During the retreat we will not so much "talk about", but share. We will experience, come to rest, recharge in the bed of a shared experience.
The working methods are based on Western (neuro) psychology, polyvagal theory, systemic work, internal family systems, yoga and mindfulness. The starting point is the unity of body, mind and soul; the retreat works on each of these levels to respect and restore that unity.
Practical information
If there is enough interest I will plan an English retreat, so let me know if you need one!
Rate
Private €175,- including 25% VAT.
Self-employed €175,- excluding 21% VAT.
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"A retreat, I'd never done anything like it before. The parent counselor, who referred me to the sharing circle, led me to your website. That's where the retreat caught my attention. Space for yourself, relaxing, feeling, experiencing, yoga, mindfulness. All things I hadn't considered. But continuing on the same path didn't bring any change. And I'd gained some experience with feeling, thoughts that aren't facts, and mindfulness from the parent counselor. Maybe I should try this too. Go for it.
It was a beautiful experience, however daunting I found it to begin. Sharing with others was wonderful. Having to stay true to myself was special, and at times also incredibly uncomfortable. But for me, it was so beautiful that I'd like to join again next time. I was allowed to be there, I was allowed to feel uncomfortable, I was allowed to listen to others, and I was allowed to reflect on what it brought me and express that in a tangible memory: peace and a sense of freedom. It's (still?) difficult to hold on to that feeling, but every morning I see the memory I created and think back to the beautiful day I was able to spend with you. And that's why I would recommend this to others: it's about you, not about your child, not about your environment, but about you, as a person. I experienced that I'm allowed to be there."
"The retreat was a day that gave me peace and new insights. But above all, a day for myself. It was a combination of feeling and doing, not thinking too much, but mainly just being. I would wish every mother of a child to have such a day of letting go and recharging. Monique guided the day in a wonderful way and paid attention to everyone. In short, a 5-star retreat that I recommend to everyone."
"For me, the retreat meant a day of rest and attention for myself. Among mothers who understood exactly how I felt, we only needed a few words. Of course, it was mostly about our children, but Monique subtly shifted the focus back to ourselves.
The wonderful yoga exercises allowed me to truly feel my body again. I felt calm, as if I suddenly remembered how to breathe. The explanation of our nervous system provided new insights. And the final exercise brought to the surface what still seemed to be sparkling inside, beneath all the fatigue, fear, and sadness. A gift."
"The retreat feels like a breath of fresh air. While you, as the parent of a child with an eating disorder, are constantly under pressure, this day allows you to let go of that pressure. What happens then is a wonderful experience: time and space to reflect on who you are, your feelings, and what helps you move forward. The day takes place in a wonderful place that immediately provides you with the sense of security you need. You come home to a group of people, home to yourself. That was so incredibly comforting. Highly recommended, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to every mother!"
"The retreat was truly a day for myself. I felt truly heard, seen, and understood because you're together with fellow 'mothers of'.
The retreat has brought me a lot:
That good self-care is essential. The feeling that you're not alone. Curiosity about myself. Reflecting on my own desires. How I come home to myself. Monique teaches you tools to regulate yourself by connecting with yourself.
What I specifically liked is
The exercises that help you "land" from your head into your body. The connection with other mothers.
I would definitely recommend the retreat because otherwise, you wouldn't have time for yourself; your full attention would be focused on your sick child. This is a day purely for you. Because you are important and deserve attention!
I give the retreat 5 stars."
"The retreat provided exactly what I'd hoped for: a day of rest and reflection in good company. The program was varied and had a pleasant flow, creating a comfortable and safe atmosphere for sharing experiences as a mother. After this day, I feel more light and space, in addition to worrying about my child, to also do the things that nourish and bring me joy.
I hope you'll do this day more often with new participants. I hope they have such a wonderful day too!"