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                  Experiences 2026
My Next Chapter helps accomplished women in their 40s, 50s and beyond gain clarity, confidence and direction as they navigate life's next transition and create a future that is truly their own. 

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Your next chapter retreats 

Walk The Camino with us

Massage and Martinis

Yoga Retreats

Wine Bar Conversations  

 

Your Next Chapter Journey 

Premium Programme ( 2 x Year ) 

The Next Chapter Journey - Next Intake August 2026

Phase 1 — Reflection

Where am I today?

  • Life audit

  • Personal assessment

  • Values discovery

  • Strengths identification

Phase 2 — Reimagination

What could be possible?

  • Future visioning

  • Purpose exploration

  • Personal brand

  • Opportunity mapping

Phase 3 — Design

What will I do?

  • Strategic roadmap

  • Personal growth plan

  • Wellbeing plan

  • Accountability framework

Phase 4 — Activation

Taking action.

  • Monthly coaching

  • Progress reviews

  • Confidence building

  • Decision support

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Unlike "coaches" or "wellness groups", we are a boutique advisory for women 40+

A woman in her 50s who has spent 30 years building a career is not looking for motivation.

She is looking for clarity.

And clarity is one of the most valuable services we can provide.

We focus on the intersection of:

  • Identity

  • Life transition

  • Purpose

  • Career evolution

  • Menopause

  • Confidence

  • Wellbeing

  • Reinvention

One on One Advisory Sessions 

As a Member we can offer you great access to incredible high profile events such as the Forbes 30/50 summit that brings together female leaders and entrepreneurs from around the globe. 

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My Next Chapter Retreat - 2 x a year ( February and August ) 

 

Rediscover. Reimagine. Reinvent.

 

A Three-Day Transformational Retreat for Women 40+

Designed for accomplished women navigating change, seeking clarity, and ready to create their next chapter with confidence and purpose.

Whether you are leaving a corporate career, experiencing an empty nest, navigating menopause, considering a new direction, or simply feeling called to something more, this retreat provides the space to pause, reflect, reconnect and design the future you truly want.

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Retreat Overview 

Theme:

Who Am I Now, and What's Next?

Over three immersive days, participants will:

  • Reflect on where they are today

  • Reconnect with their authentic selves

  • Understand what is changing and why

  • Explore future possibilities

  • Build confidence and clarity

  • Design a roadmap for their next chapter

  • Leave with a personal vision and action plan

Day One

 

Reflect: Understanding Where You Are Today

Theme:

Taking Stock of the Woman You've Become

Many women spend decades caring for others, building careers, supporting families and achieving goals.

The first day is about slowing down and creating space to understand who you are today.

9:00am – Welcome and Opening Circle

  • Introductions

  • Personal stories

  • Setting intentions

  • Retreat agreements

Exercise:
My Story So Far

Participants share significant moments that shaped their lives.

10:30am – Life Audit Workshop

Exploring:

  • Career

  • Relationships

  • Health

  • Personal growth

  • Finances

  • Fun and adventure

  • Purpose

Exercise:
Wheel of Life Assessment

Outcome:
Clear understanding of current reality.

12:30pm – Lunch

1:30pm – Identity and Reinvention

Discussion:

  • How our identities evolve

  • Why transition feels uncomfortable

  • Letting go of old versions of ourselves

Exercise:
Who Am I Without My Titles?

Participants explore life beyond:

  • Job title

  • Parent role

  • Relationship status

  • Expectations of others

3:00pm – Menopause, Energy and Wellbeing

Guest Speaker Session

Topics:

  • Hormonal changes

  • Mental wellbeing

  • Energy management

  • Confidence during transition

Q&A discussion

4:30pm – Reflection Journaling

Prompt:

"What am I ready to release?"

6:30pm – Dinner

8:00pm – Fireside Conversation

Topic:

The Courage to Change

Stories from women who reinvented themselves after 40.

Day Two

Reimagine: Exploring What's Possible

Theme:

Creating a Bigger Vision for the Future

Day Two moves from reflection to possibility.

8:00am – Optional Wellness Session

  • Yoga

  • Walk

  • Meditation

9:00am – Future Self Workshop

Guided visualisation:

Meeting Yourself 10 Years From Now

Questions:

  • How do you live?

  • How do you feel?

  • What matters most?

  • What are you proud of?

10:30am – Discovering Purpose

Exploration of:

  • Strengths

  • Values

  • Passions

  • Legacy

Exercise:

Purpose Mapping Framework

Outcome:

Personal Purpose Statement

12:30pm – Lunch

1:30pm – The Possibility Lab

Participants explore opportunities such as:

  • Starting a business

  • Consulting

  • Portfolio careers

  • Board positions

  • Volunteering

  • Travel

  • Study

  • Community leadership

  • Passion projects

Exercise:

Design Your Next Chapter Canvas

3:30pm – Confidence and Self-Belief

Topics:

  • Overcoming fear

  • Managing uncertainty

  • Imposter syndrome

  • Building resilience

Exercise:

Rewriting Your Internal Narrative

5:00pm – Personal Reflection

Prompt:

"If nothing was holding me back, what would I choose?"

7:00pm – Celebration Dinner

A beautiful dinner focused on connection and community.

8:30pm – The Next Chapter Ceremony

Participants share:

  • Their vision

  • Their hopes

  • Their commitment to themselves

Day Three

Reinvent: Designing Your Next Chapter

Theme:

Turning Clarity into Action

This day is focused on practical planning and accountability.

8:00am – Wellness Session

  • Stretching

  • Mindfulness

  • Reflection

9:00am – Designing Your Future

Participants create:

Personal Vision

  • Lifestyle

  • Relationships

  • Career

  • Health

  • Learning

  • Purpose

11:00am – Building Your Roadmap

Creating:

90-Day Plan

12-Month Vision

3-Year Direction

Outcome:

A personalised strategic life plan.

12:30pm – Lunch

1:30pm – Boundaries, Habits and Momentum

Topics:

  • Sustainable change

  • Energy management

  • Daily rituals

  • Accountability

Exercise:

Personal Success Blueprint

3:00pm – Commitment Session

Participants identify:

  • First actions

  • Support network

  • Accountability partner

4:00pm – Closing Circle

Each participant shares:

  • What they discovered

  • What they are taking forward

  • Their commitment to their next chapter

Retreat Takeaways

Every participant receives:

My Next Chapter Workbook

Includes:

  • Reflection exercises

  • Assessment tools

  • Vision templates

  • Action plans

Personal Life Design Plan

A complete roadmap covering:

  • Purpose

  • Goals

  • Wellbeing

  • Relationships

  • Career

  • Personal growth

Post-Retreat Coaching Session

One private coaching session within 30 days.

Alumni Community Access

Ongoing support and connection with like-minded women.

Premium Positioning

My Next Chapter Retreat

A transformational experience for accomplished women ready to rediscover themselves, reimagine what's possible, and confidently create the next chapter of their lives.

"Because the best years of your life may still be ahead of you."

 

 

 Investment

  • Retreat only: AUD $2,995 – $3,995

  • Retreat + 3 months coaching: AUD $5,995 – $7,995

  • VIP Retreat + 6 months coaching: AUD $9,995+

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Contact us for further details - hello@thelikemindedcollective.com

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