Event description
"Parents Retreat" 2 days in nature.
Welcome to our Parents Retreat, a transformative 2-day journey tailored for those navigating the intricate landscape of family life. If you find yourself grappling with challenges within your family dynamic or with your children, feeling a sense of disconnect, emotional turmoil, or a lack of purpose, then this retreat is crafted just for you
Outline: Two-Day Parents Retreat
Day 1: Understanding Family Dynamics and Building Strong Foundations
Session 1: Welcome and Introduction
- Overview of the retreat objectives
- Icebreaker activity to build rapport among attendees
Session 2: Understanding Family Dynamics
- Exploring the dynamics within your family unit
- Recognizing individual needs and values
- Identifying areas for improvement and growth
Session 3: The Five Love Languages
- Understanding the different love languages and how they apply to parenting
- Discovering your own and your children's love languages
- Practical exercises to incorporate love languages into daily interactions
Session 4: Effective Communication
- Communication strategies for better understanding and connection
- Active listening techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
Day 2: Building Practical Tools for Positive Parenting
Session 5: Embracing Self-Responsibility and Values
- Shifting from rule-based to value-based parenting
- Cultivating self-awareness and self-responsibility in children and parents
- Identifying and aligning family values
Session 6: Setting Parenting Goals
- Goal-setting exercises for parenting success
- Creating a vision for your family's future
- Establishing actionable steps to achieve your parenting goals
Session 7: The Importance of Boundaries and Consistency
- Understanding the role of boundaries in family dynamics
- Implementing consistent discipline strategies
- Creating a united front for safety and stability
Session 8: Consequences vs. Punishment
- Differentiating between consequences and punishment
- Utilizing consequences as teachable moments
- Fostering accountability and growth in children
Session 9: Reflection and Integration
- Group reflection on key learnings and insights
- Action planning for implementing strategies post-retreat
- Closing remarks and gratitude
Key Points:
- This is for you if you are experiencing
- Emotional challenges, disconnection, and a sense of being stuck.
- Struggling with relationships
- Struggling or stuck with your partner and kids
- Find yourself on a hamster wheel
- Feeling drained frustrated and overwhelmed
- Location:
- The retreat takes place on a private 43-acre piece of paradise between Gin Gin and Mount Perry. 370km from Brisbane.
- Participants can enjoy nature, disconnect from busy lives, and experience outdoor activities.
- Accommodations include the option to bring your own tent/van. Yurts and tents supplied depending on your choice of ticket option.
- Community and Support:
- In-person/online ongoing community support for participants on their journey after the retreat.
- The event includes meals and access to facilities, encouraging connection and a sense of community.
Your Facilitator:
Collette Whelan, the creator of the "Parents Retreat" and mentorship program, is a qualified counselor, Early Childhood Educator, and holds expertise in various therapeutic modalities. With qualifications in Hypnosis, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and as a Multiple Brain Integration Therapist, Collette is also a certified Trauma Practitioner through HeartMath.
Collette is passionate about helping parents and families. Her mission extends to empowering individuals, couples, families, and business owners by providing tools, techniques, and a supportive community. Through her diverse skill set, including expertise in trauma and heart coherence, Collette aims to guide participants toward taking control of their lives, relationships, families, and businesses. She is dedicated to helping individuals recognise their worth, step into their potential, and create exceptional lives.
Collette Whelan's role as the facilitator is integral to the success of the "Parenting Retreat," as she shares her knowledge and passion to inspire positive transformations in the lives of participants.
What to Bring:
- Warm, comfortable clothes, and closed shoes or boots for bush walks.
- Bedding, tent, and mattress if not rented from the organizers.
- Blanket, pillow, and yoga mat for workshop experiences.
- Water bottle and healthy snacks for between meals.
- Journal for the journaling experience.
- Notepad and pen.
Tickets - Ways to Experience: Payment plans available
- General Ticket - $299 singles or $499 for a Couple.
- 2-day Parent Retreat
- Practice tools and support.
- 1 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner. Morning and afternoon tea.
- Access to amenities, online and in-person support.
- Camping spot. Two person tent and blowup mattress or bring your own tent/ caravan, we have plenty of space.
- Ticket Details
- Payment plans can be discussed. Must be paid in full prior to event.
- Early booking recommended as the event often sells out.
- Participant numbers limited for adequate support.
Retreat Menu Outline:
Note: The menu is designed to provide wholesome and nourishing options, catering to both meat and vegetarian preferences.
Breakfast:
- Cereal Options
- Toast
- Fresh Fruit Assortment
- Juice and filtered water
- Tea and Coffee
Lunch:
- Variety of Wraps or Sandwiches
- Vegetarian Options Available
- Assorted Fresh Salad Greens
- Water and Herbal Teas
Dinner:
- Wholesome Lasagnas
- Vegetarian and Meat Options
- Selection of Curries
- Fresh Vegetables
- Salad Variety
- Water, Tea, and Coffee
Additional Information:
- Menus aim to cater to a variety of preferences while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
- Participants are encouraged to bring their own food if they have allergies or specific dietary requirements.
- Use of Camp Kitchen and Fridge Facilities available for those bringing their own food.
- All efforts will be made to accommodate individual needs and preferences.
- The goal is to provide nourishing meals to enhance the overall retreat experience.
Contact Information:
- Email: selfworthwarriors2@gmail.com
- Facebook: Self Worth Warriors