Let’s be honest: motherhood is beautiful and exhausting, fulfilling and frustrating, and sometimes—let’s keep it real—it’s just a straight-up circus.
Whether you’re deep in the newborn fog, wrangling toddlers, navigating the teen years, or even holding space for your adult kids (while trying to remember what day it is), the reality is that moms rarely—rarely—put themselves first.
And I get it. I’ve been there. I still AM there some days.
But here’s the truth we don’t say enough: you can’t pour from an empty cup.
And sis, you deserve a refill!
Why Moms Need Retreats More Than Anyone
When I say the word retreat, some moms immediately think, “That’s a luxury I can’t afford—timewise or moneywise.”
But let me challenge that with love:
What’s the cost of not recharging?
Burnout. Resentment. Disconnection.
A version of you that’s just getting by instead of truly living.
Retreats aren’t a break from your life—they’re a return to yourself.
They give you space to:
Breathe deeply without interruptions
Sleep in without guilt
Be held by a supportive community of other women who get it
Reconnect with your identity outside of being “Mom,” “Wife,” “Boss,” or “Caregiver”
You walk away rested, yes—but also reset. With more clarity, more peace, and usually, a renewed appreciation for your role at home and your own desires.
What Happens on a Retreat?
Now, not all retreats are the same, but at Mind & Body Complete, I’ve curated experiences specifically with this in mind:
Yoga and movement to get back in your body
Journaling and reflection to process life’s chaos
Workshops and healing sessions that dig a little deeper
Nourishing meals (that you didn’t have to cook!)
Silent mornings, bonfire nights, and guilt-free naps
And for moms who feel like they’re constantly being touched, needed, and asked to do all the things—that space to just be? It’s soul-saving.
I’ve watched moms arrive at the ranch with shoulders up to their ears and dark circles under their eyes, only to leave three days later glowing with lightness. Not because their problems disappeared—but because they remembered who they are.
From Retreat Back to Real Life
Here’s the best part: The benefits don’t stay at the retreat.
When you give yourself time to decompress, you come back home:
More patient
More grounded
More aligned
And usually… more fun
You show your kids (and your partner, and your friends) what it looks like to care for yourself unapologetically. You model what it means to take ownership of your joy.
And if you’ve ever felt guilty about stepping away for yourself, just remember: You’re not leaving them behind. You’re becoming a better version of you—for you and for them.
It’s Time
So mama, if you’ve been running on fumes…
If your to-do list is longer than your patience…
If you’ve forgotten what lights you up…
It’s time.
Time to unplug.
Time to exhale.
Time to retreat.
Whether it’s at the beach with sand between your toes, in the Texas Hill Country at Retreat Ranch, or anywhere else we host, you’re welcome with open arms, comfy sheets, and a cold (or hot) drink.
Because you don’t have to earn rest.
You deserve it by simply being you.
See you on retreat?
xo,
Shannon
