For women who have sat in circle with Dr. Gertrude Lyons
Nine MoonsA Self-Mothering Circle
A nine month virtual circle to keep nurturing yourself, together. January to September 2027.
Enrollment closes December 21, the winter solstice.
An invitation to continue what began on retreat, in a monthly online circle with Gertrude.
Who
Women who have attended a retreat with Gertrude in Mexico, Ireland, or Malta
What
Nine live, one hour virtual circles, plus a private coaching session
When
Once a month, January to September 2027
How to join
Email Gertrude by December 21. $603, or three payments of $201
The invitation
Our time together on retreat comes to an end, but the journey of becoming continues. This circle is a place to keep nurturing the connections we made, deepen our self-mothering practices, and support one another as we bring what we discovered into everyday life.
You will show up as you are, be witnessed, celebrate your becoming, and keep practicing what you know to be true about yourself.
Why nine months
A becoming that cannot be rushed
Nine months honors the sacred cycle of gestation, a time to nurture, grow, release, and eventually birth something new. Just like your own birth, this is a becoming that cannot be rushed.
Instead of moving through the year in a straight line, we will move through it the way the feminine moves in nature, in cycles. Each month builds on the one before, exploring one element of self-mothering through themes drawn from seasonal, lunar, astrological, cosmic, and human cycles.
Inside each circle
One hour, four movements
together
i.Drop in
A guided meditation or experience to bring you fully into your body and the present moment.
ii.Learn
Teaching on the month's element of self-mothering.
iii.Share
Space to speak your journey and be witnessed by women who understand.
iv.Choose
One practice you select for yourself to carry through the month ahead.
Most of the work happens inside our hour together. Between circles, you focus on one practice. It is a little effort that brings a great deal of support.
What's included
Nine live monthly circles with Gertrude, one hour each
One private 50 minute coaching session with Gertrude, to use anytime during the nine months ($500 value)
Recordings of every circle
A private WhatsApp group to stay connected between gatherings
One self selected practice each month to anchor your growth
A small circle of women who have all experienced a retreat with Gertrude
This circle is for you if
You came home from retreat and want to keep living what you discovered
You miss the women and the feeling of being held in circle
You want consistency, not another big undertaking
You are ready to let your whole system know you are committed to mothering yourself
Retreat and circle, side by side
The retreat
A long, sacred pause to immerse yourself.
The circle
Consistency over time, so your practice takes root.
Key dates
Nine moons, three trimesters
I
Trimester
II
Trimester
III
Trimester
Because our women live across the US and abroad, we choose our day and time together once the circle forms, so it works for as many of us as possible.
Enrollment closes
The winter solstice
Our first gathering
Weekend of January 9
Our ninth and closing circle
September 2027
Your investment
Two ways to say yes
Option one
$603
Paid in full
Option two
3 × $201
One for each trimester
Your private coaching session alone is valued at $500.
Email to say yes and Gertrude will reply with payment details.
Questions
When do we meet? +
Once a month for one hour. We will choose the day and time together once the circle forms, so we can include women in the US, the UK, and Europe.
What if I miss a circle? +
Every circle is recorded, and the WhatsApp group keeps you connected.
How much time will this take? +
One hour a month together, plus one practice of your choosing. This is designed to add support to your year, not more work.
When can I use my private coaching session? +
Anytime during the nine months, whenever you need it most.
Can I join if my retreat was a while ago? +
Yes. Every woman who has attended a retreat with Gertrude is welcome.
How do I join? +
Simply email Gertrude by December 21 to say yes, and she will reply with payment details. You can pay $603 in full, or three payments of $201, one at the start of each trimester. The circle begins once at least five women have said yes.