What You’ll Learn During this Episode about Hosting Women’s Retreats in Midlife:
- Why hosting and attending midlife women’s retreats is fulfilling in midlife.
- Why it can be difficult to understand and go after what you really want.
- What it was like to pursue a next chapter career with Yoga.
- Why it’s important for midlife women to gather in community.
- Why Costa Rica was chosen for the next retreat destination.
- What the 85 year Harvard Study and Blue Zones research have to add to our understanding of longevity
- How to get more information about Suzy’s upcoming retreat in January 2026.
Welcome to Another Episode of the Women in the Middle Podcast
This week’s episode is about a midlife journey to hosting women’s retreats.
Yes, you’re invited to the upcoming retreat in Costa Rica called:
Unwind and Recharge: Finding Joy in the Slow Lane
January 2026!
My guest is Stephanie Flanders-Martin. Stephanie has an interesting background and journey to her next chapter career. She has nine years of experience in the wellness industry, after a 32-year restaurant career.
Stephanie co-owns Tree of Life Yoga Studio and specializes in Myofascial/Yoga Blended, Restorative, and Vinyasa Flow classes.
As a 500-hour certified Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist, she’s advancing toward her 1000-hour certification with extensive training in trauma-informed practices and myofascial release.
Alongside her husband, she also co-owns TEAM Referral Network Franchises, combining wellness expertise with professional networking.
Stephanie and I are super excited about gathering women together in a beautiful setting in Costa Rica. You’re going to love this interview with Stephanie and, of course, hearing more info about our retreat together, Unwind and Recharge – Finding Joy in the Slow Lane!
Please enjoy!
Featured on the Show:
Suzy and Stephanie’s Retreat: Unwind and Recharge – Finding Joy in the Slow Lane
https://boutique-adventures.com/costa-rica-retreat
Blue Zones Research – Longevity
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Women in the Middle Podcast: Ep 202: Looking for Personal Happiness Clues in Midlife
https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-202-looking-for-personal-happiness-clues-in-midlife/
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