Meeting Me: A Sacred Return
An Invitation to Pause
November 1st & 2nd 2025
A gentle journey of coming home to you.
A two-day introductory self compassion workshop.
Lisbon, Portugal
Between the busyness of life, the expectations of others, and the constant swirl of emotions, it’s easy to lose sight of your own needs.
This retreat is your invitation to step away for two nourishing days in a serene setting just outside Lisbon. Surrounded by nature and guided with compassion, you’ll rediscover the kind, steady voice within you - and return home with renewed clarity, balance, and presence.
Why Self-Compassion?
So often we speak to ourselves in ways we’d never speak to someone we love.
Learning self-compassion is about rewriting that inner dialogue - cultivating patience, softness, and kindness so you can meet life’s challenges with strength and grace. It’s not about rushing to “fix” yourself, but about creating gentle, sustainable shifts that allow you to feel grounded, connected, and whole again.
Over two carefully curated days, you’ll be guided through a blend of mindful practices, enriching conversations, and restorative rituals. Each experience is designed to help you:
What You’ll Experience
Build a kinder relationship with yourself
Release self-judgment and explore what you truly need
Feel grounded, calm, and supported
Improve the way you connect — both with yourself and with others
Carry home practical tools to weave self-compassion into your daily life
The Daily Breakdown.
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10am-5pm
Your journey begins with grounding and gentle connection. You’ll meet others walking a similar path and share stories in a safe, supportive circle. Together, you’ll explore:Mindful presence — meditation, silence, and embodied practices to arrive fully in the moment.
Naming your inner world — learning to identify emotions with clarity and compassion.
The language of connection — simple yet powerful communication practices to express yourself with honesty and kindness.
Embodied practices — from movement to role play, allowing wisdom to settle not just in the mind, but in the body.
The day closes with a sense of lightness, community, and new awareness of how compassion can transform the way you relate to yourself and others.
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10am-5pm
On day two, you’ll deepen your practice by gently turning towards the parts of yourself that often feel harsh, demanding, or unworthy. Through reflection, breathwork, and group exploration, you’ll uncover:
Your belief systems — exploring the inner narratives that hold you back.
The voice inside you — recognising where it comes from and learning to transform it into an ally.
Safety in connection — developing tools to soothe yourself when you feel triggered or overwhelmed.
Creative reflection — journaling, art, and ritual to anchor your learnings in a personal and meaningful way.
The retreat closes with a gratitude circle and a compassionate commitment — your first step in carrying this practice into your everyday life.
Held just outside Lisbon, this retreat offers a sanctuary away from the pace of daily life.
Surrounded by nature, you’ll experience stillness, nourishment, and connection in a calming environment designed to help you reset and renew.
Think slow mornings, mindful practices, nourishing meals, and soulful conversation — an experience both restorative and enriching.
Meet Your Hosts
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Tamara’s gift is helping you feel safe in your own skin again.
Tamara is an ICF certified trauma-informed & positive psychology coach & narcissistic abuse specialist who helps people find their way back to safety, trust, and self-compassion after toxic relationships and emotional overwhelm. Rooted in somatic practices and nervous system regulation, her work supports clients in reconnecting with their bodies and creating gentle, sustainable shifts toward healing. Having walked her own path of recovery, Tamara brings empathy and warmth to every interaction, guiding people to not just survive, but to thrive with clarity, calm, and confidence.
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Yasmine’s strength is holding space for you to remember who you truly are.
Yasmine is an IICT-certified Trauma-Informed Healing & Conscious Parenting Coach, trained by Dr. Shefali and Dr. Gabor Maté. Drawing on her own journey from a childhood in war-torn Beirut to a high-pressure corporate career and later, deep personal healing, she now supports others in breaking cycles, reconnecting with their true selves, and creating meaningful change. Her compassionate approach blends trauma-informed coaching, conscious parenting, and mind-body practices, offering clients a safe space to rediscover joy, resilience, and purpose.
This Retreat Is For You If…
You’re longing to:
Slow down and reconnect with yourself
Find more meaning in your relationships and daily life
Navigate life transitions with clarity and calm
Experience stress relief and emotional balance
Explore self-compassion in a safe, beginner-friendly way
Your Invitation.
If you’re ready to soften, reconnect, and bring more compassion into your life — we’d love to welcome you.
Spaces are limited to keep the experience intimate.
FAQs
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333 euros (pay in full, non-refundable).
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The location is a 35–40 minute drive from Lisbon. Please note accommodation is not included.
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Comfortable clothing is best. A journal will be provided - just come as you are, with love for yourself.
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Yes - vegetarian lunch plus coffee breaks are included. Please let us know about any dietary restrictions or allergies.