Wise Woman Rising
A Menopause Wellbeing Day Retreat To Reclaim Power & Vitality
Full Day Retreat
October 11th 2025
Gold Coast Hinterland
The Prime Within: A Menopause Day Retreat for Reclaiming Power & Vitality
In the golden heart of the hinterland, beneath expansive skies and among the whispering trees, we come together as women — held by the serenity of nature, we find the spaciousness to return home to ourselves.
Menopause is not a decline, nor the fading into invisibility that it’s often made out to be. It is an awakening. A sacred threshold. A profound becoming.
This day retreat is a powerful invitation to reimagine this season of change — not as an end, but as a homecoming to your truest essence.
With movement that honours the body, sounds that soothe the spirit, nourishing food crafted with care, and conversations that open the heart, we will explore what it means to feel whole, well, and worthy in this next chapter.
You’ll learn tools to meet low moods and shifting tides with grace, knowledge, and compassion. You’ll walk barefoot on the earth, breathe in clarity, and be held in the strength of sisterhood.
Let us rise together — informed, radiant, and no longer alone.
Not fading. Not less.
But stepping into the Prime of our lives.
INDULGE IN A DAY OF:
MOVEMENT MEDICINE / PRANA VINYASA YOGA
Each practice is an embodiment of an element (earth, water, fire, air) and an activation of the corresponding energy centre. On this particular retreat day, we will practice an energizing Prana Vinyasa sequence to awaken the body, shift lingering asluggish energies, release self-doubts, and reconnect to our inner authority.
SHARING CIRCLE
At the heart of our retreat are the sharing circles — sacred spaces where we bring our stories, tears, and laughter. Here, the shared wisdom of this transition connects us deeply, helping to dissolve shame and isolation.
Together, we witness and hold one another with compassion, creating a healing sisterhood that supports us as we step into the next, fuller versions of ourselves.
SOUND MEDICINE / CRYSTAL BOWLS HEALING /
Sound moves through us like waves, flowing into the deepest currents of our being—physical, mental, emotional, and energetic. Just as water holds memory and responds to vibration, so too do we. Sound helps release stagnant energy, soothe the nervous system, and restore inner harmony.
FOOD MEDICINE / NATURE IMMERSION
Give yourself permission to reclaim your power—to rise with grace, strength, and radiant presence. Feel the ancient energy of the earth beneath your feet—steady, fertile, and ready to support your rebirth. Nourish your body with wholesome, plant-based food crafted to ground, restore, and ignite your inner fire. Let the beauty of nature awaken your senses, stir your spirit, and remind you that this is your time to transform, shine, and step fully into your prime.
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat is for all women navigating the sacred transition of menopause — whether you're just beginning to sense the changes, are deep in the experience, or have already crossed the threshold.
It’s for you if you're feeling curious about this phase and want to better understand what’s happening (or what’s to come) in your body, mind, and energy.
It’s for you if you’re finding this time confusing, overwhelming, or emotionally challenging — and you're longing for guidance, sisterhood, and tools that support you.
And it’s for you if you’re ready to embrace practices that soothe your nervous system, balance your hormones, move stagnant energy, and help you reframe the story of menopause — not as a loss, but as a powerful becoming.
DISCONNECT
RELEASE
RENEW
We will begin the day by awakening the quiet power that lives within us — through a soulful and grounding Prana Vinyasa yoga practice. Like the first light of dawn breaking over a long night, we will move with intention and breath to clear stagnation, stir our life force, and gently call ourselves back to the center of our own becoming.
With fluid, feminine strength, we will ignite the inner spark that too long has been silenced — the ember of radiance, wisdom, and wild grace.
To soften and integrate, a sound bath will follow — crystalline vibrations washing over us like a tide, dissolving layers of resistance and inviting stillness, clarity, and deep inner listening.
A nourishing, chef-crafted plant-based meal will ground us into our bodies, honoring the sacred temple of the woman we are — and the woman we are becoming. With every bite, we root into presence, pleasure, and care.
We’ll then gather in circle — a sacred space to speak the truths that too often go unspoken. Together, we’ll reclaim the narrative of menopause as a portal, not a problem. Through shared stories, education, laughter, and tears, we’ll weave a new understanding: that this transition is not a falling away, but a rising into the Prime of our lives.
Our afternoon continues in nature’s embrace, where quiet walks, breath, and rest will support the integration of shifting energies — the exhale after years of holding.
We close the day in shared reflection, hearts open and spirits lifted, held in a community of women who now see one another — and themselves — more clearly. Informed. Reclaimed. Embodied. Powerful.
This is a day to step into your becoming—
To shed the myths and shame,
To rise from the ashes of expectation,
To stand sovereign in your truth,
And to remember that you are not fading…
You are entering your Prime.
Saturday October 11th
9:00am Arrival
9:15am Welcome Circle
10:00am Menopause: WTF is happening?
10:30am Prana Vinyasa Embodiment
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Yoga Nidra & Sound Bath
2:15pm Massages
3:00 pm Sharing Circle
4:15pm Wise Woman - Welcoming Ceremony
4:45pm Afternoon treats and Good byes
Highlights
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A small group setting for an intimate experience
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Morning Prana vinyasa Yoga
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A Sound Healing session with crystal bowls and song medicine
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Homemade, organic and delicious vegan/ vegetarian meals plus tea and healthy snacks
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A safe space to share in a circle of sisters
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Music, connection, nature and so much more...
Meet your hosts
DOROTHEE MAROSSERO
Woman empowerment coach, International yoga teacher, Pranic Healer, NLP Master practitioner
Dorothee is the founder of Fearlessly Yourself, where she shares her passion for redefining what we’ve been conditioned to believe success, beauty, and life ought to be. She is a river guide for women who are struggling with a harsh inner critic, a sense of misalignment, and a lack of vitality in their lives — helping them rediscover purpose, reclaim their inner power, reconnect to self-love, presence, and, most importantly, joy.
A certified Yoga for Menopause Wellbeing teacher, Dorothee brings a deeply supportive and informed approach to this life stage.
Throughout the retreat, she weaves together her diverse modalities to help each woman return to her natural essence — through movement medicine (yoga), connection to the elements, breathwork, sound and energy healing, and powerful NLP-based practices.
ALICE REID
Naturopath, Sound Healer, Meditation, Breathwork and Yoga Teacher
Alice is a naturopath, yoga teacher and sound healer who blends ancient wisdom with modern science to support whole-person wellbeing.
With over 25 years in healthcare, she brings a grounded, compassionate presence, drawing on naturopathy, yoga, and sound healing to gently guide others back to balance. Her own healing journey through chronic fatigue and breast cancer shaped her approach, rooted in deep listening and nurturing care.
She believes stress is at the core of many imbalances, and creates a safe space for others to feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Outside the clinic, she finds joy in music, movement, and nature — all essential to her healing path and practice.
SUSAN FRISBY-SMITH
Founder and creator of Susan's Plant Based Kitchen
Susan is a passionate plant-based wholefood chef and founder of Susan’s Plant Based Kitchen.
She offers vibrant, interactive cooking experiences—both online and in-person—to inspire individuals, groups, and companies to embrace a nourishing, plant-powered lifestyle. Her workshops and retreats blend education, creativity, and deliciousness with heart.
GABRIELLE ELLUL
Founder and creator of Balance4Life Kinesiology
Gabrielle is a gifted energy medicine practitioner, remedial massage therapist, and PKP kinesiologist who brings both scientific insight and deep intuitive wisdom to her work.
With a background in Australian Environmental Studies (BSc) and a lifelong sensitivity as a ‘big feeler,’ Gabrielle has been supporting clients since 2015 to move out of fight-or-flight, reconnect with their bodies, and access their inner guidance. Her unique approach weaves neural organisational therapy, kinesiology, and massage, creating powerful shifts through the body’s own structural and neurological systems.
Throughout the retreat, Gabrielle will be offering intuitive bodywork and massage, supporting women to unwind tension, process transition, and deepen into the wisdom rising within.
The Exchange
Exchange for the day
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Only $275
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$250 for our beloved Elder Wisdom Holders (on pension)
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10% EARLY BIRD Discount if bought before August 31st 2025 - Use code EARLYRISE at check-out
What is included?
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Full day experience: Yoga, meditation, sound healing session, circle
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The deliciously cooked lunch, treat, tea and snacks made by our private chef Susan
What is not included:
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Transport to and from the retreat center
Kindly reach out to us at hello@fearlesslyyourself.com if you have questions. We're happy to help!
Cancellation Policy
By registering for this retreat, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this cancellation policy. Your participation confirms that you accept any travel-related risks and release Fearlessly Yourself (Dorothee Marossero) from liability related to your participation, including any negligence or unforeseen circumstances.
While no one plans to cancel, we understand that unexpected events happen. We strongly encourage you to purchase travel or cancellation insurance to protect yourself from such situations.
Please note: All retreat fees are non-refundable. If you pay but are unable to attend on the day, you may be eligible for a credit toward a future event with Fearlessly Yourself. This credit option is at our discretion and subject to communication in advance.
Please understand that travel arrangements are your responsibility.
This retreat is intentionally limited in size to ensure a personal and intimate experience. Our cancellation policy is designed to maintain this quality for all participants. Unfortunately, exceptions cannot be made for reasons such as weather, injury, illness, or personal emergencies. No refunds will be given for late arrivals or early departures.
Payment Terms:
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Full payment is due at the time of booking to secure your place.
If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at hello@fearlesslyyourself.com.