Rest and Restore

03/11/2025

Sometimes all you really need is a break from others needing you. A pause from being the strong one, the listener, the helper, the one who shows up even when you’re running on empty. It’s not selfish to step back; it’s necessary. To breathe. To refill the parts of you that have quietly dimmed from giving too much. Because the truth is, you can’t pour from an empty cup….and sometimes, you just need you for a while.

26/10/2025

Did you know that from crystal, to metal and Tibetan singing bowls, each carries its own unique frequency and healing quality, creating harmony for both body and mind? The soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls calm the mind, balance energy, and invite a deep sense of peace. Their resonant tones ease tension and emotional blocks, helping you reconnect with stillness and restore your natural flow 〰️

21/10/2025

Chronic stress and past experiences can overwhelm the autonomic nervous system—the quiet conductor that shapes how we feel, heal, and cope. [swipe] and learn more about this in our Journal section on our website.

We invite you to join Rest & Restore’s upcoming retreat in Warburton at the end of this month, where we’ll gently support your body, mind, and nervous system in a safe, nature-based setting with our qualified and nurturing practitioners and therapists 🌳🌲🍃

16/10/2025

Morning trail walks with Adrian on Retreat 〰️ there’s something special about starting the day surrounded by nature: the crisp air and soft light. Each step out in nature is a chance to breathe deeply, let go of tension, find balance and feel grounded before the day unfolds 🌞

11/10/2025

Flowers in bloom at the retreat this spring, standing tall and radiant against the gentle flow of water. 🌿

Their quiet beauty reminds us how nature renews itself without rush or force. Each bloom opens in its own time, reaching toward the light simply because it can.

During our retreats, moments like these invite us to pause — to notice the stillness, the colour, the simple grace that surrounds us when we slow down enough to see it 🌸🌷🌼 🌳

06/10/2025

[sound on] Listening to the birds while enjoying the sunshine at Rest & Restore Retreat. If you’ve been craving a gentle escape, we have only a few rooms left for a Springtime Retreat later this month. This might be the sign you need 🌳🌸

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02/10/2025

01/10/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our September Spring Retreat. We hope you are left feeling restored, relaxed and nourished. Here’s a glimpse of what our guests had to say about their experience…. 🌞🌿

25/09/2025

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21/09/2025

Burnout can creep in quietly. Through the constant giving, the pressure to keep going, and the weight of unspoken expectations. If you’re feeling the signs, it might be time to pause.

Managing Burnout: A Practical Short Course
Nov 13 & 20, 2025 | Online sessions with Kellie Edwards

Together, we’ll explore what burnout really feels like, what drives it beneath the surface, and how to find your way back to steadier ground.

To book: hello@restandrestore.com.au 💌

16/09/2025

Spring is here, a season of renewal, light, and letting go. As the year winds down, now’s the perfect time to pause, breathe, and come back to yourself. Whether it’s a long weekend escape or a fresh start in the New Year, our retreats are designed to restore you. Upcoming Retreats 〰️

Melbourne Cup Long Weekend

— 5 nights: Thurs 30 Oct – Tues 4 Nov → last rooms
— 2 nights: Sun 2 – Tues 4 Nov → last rooms

New Year Summer Re-Set Retreat

— 5 nights: Fri 2 – Wed 7 Jan 2026
— 3 nights: Fri 2 – Mon 5 Jan
— 2 nights: Mon 5 – Wed 7 Jan

Come rest with us 🌿 Limited spots remaining, email us at hello@restandrestore.com.au

11/09/2025

Today is R U OK? Day 💛 A reminder that even the smallest check-in can mean so much. Here are a few gentle ways to offer support:

🌿 Ask with genuine care and give the other person time to respond

🌿 Listen openly, without rushing to fix

🌿 Encourage small steps like a walk in nature, a cup of tea, or a simple chat

🌿 Check in again, because support is often needed more than once

If you or someone you know needs extra support:

Lifeline 13 11 14 | Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636

Continue to look out for one another, not just today but always 💛