Solstice

07/01/2026

January doesn’t need pressure — or perfection.

ROOTED is a one-off, in-person group workshop designed to offer support at a time of year when many people feel low, overwhelmed, or disconnected. The session takes place the same day as Blue Monday — often referred to as the most emotionally challenging day of the year — making it a timely moment to pause and reset with intention.
Rather than pushing for dramatic change, ROOTED creates space to reflect on what you truly need, what you want to carry forward, and how to set realistic goals that fit your life — not someone else’s expectations.

Expect:
🌿 gentle structure, not rigid rules
🌿 guided reflection and conversation
🌿 practical tools for building sustainable momentum
🌿 a calm, supportive group environment
Monday, 19 January 2026
🕛 12:00–2:00 PM or 🌙 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 In person | Group session
💛 $60
Spaces are limited.
For more information or to register, email info@solstice.bm
ROOTED — delivered by Solstice.

07/01/2026

💙 When things feel heavy — support matters.

In yesterday's Royal Gazette, our Managing Director reflects on why the festive season — and the weeks that follow — can be emotionally challenging for so many people.
January brings its own pressures: financial strain, reduced daylight, disrupted routines and the weight of “fresh start” expectations. All of this often culminates around Blue Monday — commonly referred to as the most emotionally difficult day of the year.
At Solstice, we see this every year. And we’re clear about one thing: struggling during this time is not a personal failure — it’s a human response.

That’s why we’re introducing Rooted — a new whole-person programme designed to help people move away from quick fixes and instead build sustainable, grounding habits that support mental and emotional wellbeing.

Because support isn’t just helpful — it matters.
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https://www.royalgazette.com/opinion-writer/opinion/article/20260106/support-matters-when-the-holiday-season-turns-stressful/

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07/01/2026

We’re resharing our Managing Director’s recent interview, reflecting on how demand for mental health support often increases during the festive season — driven by heightened anxieties and a growing openness to seeking help which appeared in today's Royal Gazette
As Kelly Madeiros, Managing Director of Solstice, shares, these conversations matter — and support should always be within reach.
https://www.royalgazette.com/health/news/article/20260106/sharp-end-of-year-rise-in-calls-for-mental-health-services/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPLVedleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEenKT2B7vwb4ZjBFx_9oYJ38VB11bmLyW1ch3c79HklhyFNmpvqR7_MgoeA1M_aem_a4qYnjq3VKRTkYKnGQmKgg

03/01/2026

January doesn’t need another reset — or another round of self-blame.

In today’s The Royal Gazette, Solstice nutritionist Neresh Douglas explores why quick-fix January weight-loss plans so often fail — and what actually supports lasting change.

At Solstice, we take an integrated approach that looks at mind, nutrition and movement together, recognising the role of stress, sleep, hormones and emotional wellbeing.

✨ If you’re ready to start differently this January, we’re here.
📩 Contact Solstice to learn more about our personalised sessions: info@solstice.bm

Every January, the same ritual unfolds. Promises to be “stricter.” Gym memberships renewed. Sugar cut entirely. A determination that this will be the year it finally sticks. Yet for many people, by Ma...

01/01/2026

New year. New start — without starting over every January.

If you’re tired of resets that don’t last, ROOTED: Restart offers a different approach to change — one that is grounded, supportive, and sustainable.

ROOTED is Solstice’s multidisciplinary programme designed to support lasting change by addressing motivation, behaviour, nutrition, and movement together, rather than in isolation.

ROOTED: Restart includes:
• Psychological support to understand patterns, build motivation, and create accountability
• Personalised nutrition guidance tailored to your body, health needs, and real life
• Strength-based movement focused on function, energy, and long-term health

Grounded in evidence. Delivered by experienced clinicians.
Focused on progress that lasts — not perfection.

This January, step out of dieting culture and into sustainable wellbeing - 🌱 ROOTED: Restart, delivered by Solstice
For more information, contact us at info@solstice.bm.

01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year ✨

As we step into 2026, we’re wishing you health, balance, and moments of calm in the year ahead. May this new year bring fresh beginnings, meaningful growth, and space to care for yourself—mind and body.

Please note: Solstice will be closed on New Year’s Day as our team takes time to reset and recharge. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Please note that we are not an emergency service. If this is an emergency or if you are concerned about your own safety or that of a loved one, please call the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute Emergency hotline: 2391111. They are open 24/7. Alternatively please call the police on 911 or go to the Emergency Room at KEMH.

Here’s to conscious wellness and clinical excellence in the year ahead 💛

31/12/2025

Holiday Hacks: Well-being and the Holidays. Please find the link to a recent podcast with Dr Shawnee Basden and Applied Psychology Assistant Hailey Barnett who discuss ways to take care of yourself during the holidays.

For many, this season can bring up family stress, grief, loneliness, financial pressure, or complicated emotions, even when it looks like everyone else is celebrating.

In a recent conversation, our team reflected on a few gentle reminders:

There’s no “right” way to feel during the holidays

It’s okay to set boundaries around family, time, and expectations

Small routines, movement, and moments of connection can help regulate big feelings

Asking for support is a strength, not a failure

💛 Support is available.
📧 info@solstice.bm
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We’re here — during the holidays and beyond.

Bermuda Health-Abets · Episode

29/12/2025

The holidays aren’t joyful for everyone.
For some, this season brings loss, loneliness, family stress, or added pressure around alcohol and other substances. It can also stir up painful comparisons — feeling like everyone else is coping better or celebrating more easily.

If this time of year feels heavy, you’re not alone — and there’s nothing wrong with you.

Give yourself permission to slow down. Breathe. Focus on what feels manageable, not what you think you should be feeling or doing. Small steps matter, and healing doesn’t follow a fixed timeline.

Family dynamics can be complicated, and navigating gatherings or expectations can be exhausting. It’s okay to set boundaries, take breaks, or choose what supports your wellbeing.

If you need extra support, our mental health team is here for you.
📧 info@solstice.bm

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You don’t have to go through this alone.

22/12/2025

We’re incredibly proud to share that on of our longest-serving team member, Miriam Shaya-King, is the Vice Chair of the Collaborative Law Alliance of Bermuda — a remarkable milestone and a well-deserved recognition of her dedication to compassionate conflict resolution.

Miriam has been an integral part of the collaborative movement here in Bermuda, helping bring dignity, respect, and positive outcomes to families navigating difficult transitions. Her leadership and passion for supporting others through collaborative law and coaching continues to inspire us all.

To book an appointment with Miriam, please email info@solstice.bm or call 292 3456

Back Row: Diane McLeod Blais, Lorrie Pen*ston, Katie Richards (Chair). Seated: Nicole Cavanagh (Secretary), Alma Dismont, Jackie MacLellan. Not Pictured: Miriam Shaya-King (Vice Chair), Amanda Marshall, Robert King

22/12/2025

2026: Turning Vision Into Action: Reflective Goal-Setting & Accountability for the Year Ahead
Vision Into Action is a 2-hour, clinically informed workshop is designed to help participants use structured reflection to clarify meaningful goals and build realistic accountability systems that support follow-through throughout the year.

Rather than relying on motivation alone, this workshop uses intentional reflection as a therapeutic tool—helping participants explore patterns, behaviours, and decision-making processes that influence goal attainment. Reflection is used to increase insight, reduce self-sabotage, and inform grounded, achievable planning.

Through guided reflective writing, art-based therapeutic exercises, and structured planning, participants are supported to move thoughtfully from awareness to action.

In this workshop, you will:
✔ Engage in structured reflection to identify patterns that have supported or blocked progress
✔ Develop awareness of internal drivers such as values, motivation, stress responses, and avoidance
✔ Set clear, clinically informed goals aligned with capacity—not pressure
✔ Translate insight into specific, actionable steps
✔ Build personal accountability systems that promote consistency without burnout
✔ Leave with a practical action plan designed to be revisited and refined throughout the year

Accountability in this workshop is framed as a supportive structure, not a measure of success or failure. The focus is on creating systems that work with your nervous system, energy levels, and real-life demands.

Vision Into Action is ideal for individuals seeking a thoughtful, psychologically grounded approach to change—one that balances reflection, responsibility, and compassion.

📅 Friday, January 2, 2026
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 18 Parliament Street
💵 $60 (2-hour workshop)

🎟️ Limited spaces available to ensure a safe, interactive, and supportive environment.

📩 To register or for more information:
Email groups@solstice.bm

17/12/2025

Home for the holidays? Student athletes, now’s the perfect time to focus on your mental game! Book a session with Sports Psychologist Dr. Dale Thomas at Solstice today.

📞Call 292-3456 or 📧email info@solstice.bm.