🌙 Monthly Book Club & Women’s CircleTheme: Wintering – The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May
🗓️ September to March | 📍 [Zoom and In-person at my home in Jordanstown*]
Hosted by: Bridgeen from Immeasurable Minds
*There are limited in person spaces
Join us for a gentle, nourishing journey through the darker half of the year as we read Wintering by Katherine May — a poetic, powerful invitation to embrace the seasons of rest, retreat, and renewal in our lives.
This monthly Book Club and Women’s Circle will run from September to March, following the book chapter by chapter. Together, we’ll explore themes like solitude, healing, nature’s rhythms, and the quiet strength found in surrendering to life’s winters.
✨ Each session includes:
- Thoughtful discussion of one chapter of Wintering
- A supportive, heart-centred sharing circle
- A guided deep relaxation/body scan practice to soothe your nervous system and connect you with calm
This is a space for women to pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves, especially during times of transition, uncertainty, or emotional winter. Whether you're moving through grief, burnout, or simply craving more slowness and presence, you're warmly welcome.
🕯️ “When we winter deliberately, we choose not to fear the cold.” – Katherine May
Come rest in community. Come as you are.
DATES* (Time is always 11am - 1pm)
*Dates are subject to change. I will try to avoid this but unforeseen circumstances could mean dates are subject to change, as much notice as possible will always be given.
September
Session 1 - Sunday 28th - on Zoom for everyone
October
Session 2 - Sunday 26th - In person and online (participant's choice)
November
Session 3 - Sunday 23rd - In person and online (participant's choice)
December
Session 4 - Sunday 14th - In person and online (participant's choice)
January
Session 5 - Sunday 18th - In person and online (participant's choice)
February
Session 6 - Sunday 22nd - In person and online (participants' choice)
March (2 sessions)
Session 7 - Sunday 15th - In person and online (participants' choice)
Session 8 - Sunday 29th - on Zoom for everyone.
🧣 “We must learn to invite the winter in.” – Katherine May
For the 7 months of this women's circle and book club we will have an active 'Whats App' group. So you do need to be able to use Whats App to join us. Please text me on 07981 623 566 when you purchase a ticket and I will add you to the group. We will meditate toether and have thoughtful discussions on book.
This course is open to all who seek to explore the concept of Winering. Let's come together to learn, share, and grow on our life journey. Each 2-hour class includes a half-hour deep relaxation or meditation practice..
This is a 7-month women's circle with a class every month from September to March and an extra class at the end of March. One Sunday every month from 28 September 11am - 1pm. You can choose either the in-person or online option. If you choose in-person and cant make it, you can join us by zoom.
You can zoom in from anywhere in the world even from your balcony on holiday xx
You need to purchase your copy of the book (in any format).
There are some prerequisites.
1. You must already be familiar with basic mindfulness and meditation practices.
2. You must be able to use Zoom and 'Whats App'. All course communication is via a group 'Whats App'.
Please read to the end of Chapter 1, in preparation for the first night. We will read one chapter per week. Please note that there is a commitment to read the book each week.
Payment of the course fee is also accepted via Paypal.
You can pay in instalments until the start of the course. Full course fee is required by the first night. Thank you.
Please email Bridgeen at mindfulmind@outlook.com if you have any questions.
I (Bridgeen) taught James 10 week 'Awakening Joy' programme earlier this year and participants said this:
"Bridgeen has a wonderful way of teaching that makes the material and concepts really accessible and applicable to everyday. Bridgeen was very encouraging, offering a safe space for us to share our experiences. I feel more joyful and alive. i came to the course feeling like I had lost my mojo and so very grateful to have found my way back to myself. I would like to express my gratitude to Bridgeen for facilitating the course. The book was fantastic, and I feel I have so many tools to help me navigate each and every day." Lesley.
"I have absolutely loved this course. The book is fantastic - each chapter such a nugget of wisdom and goodness. And it was so valuable to share the book in this group. Bridgeen is an exceptionally warm, kind and wise trainer. She creates a really lovely, gentle atmosphere where all felt comfortable to share." Susie
"A very joyful and amazing course. I have thoroughly enjoyed every part of it. Thank you Bridgeen" Siobhan
"Bridgeen's wealth of knowledge is second to none, she is so inspirational and a real privilege to do this course with her - the book is amazing. Fully enjoyed all the sessions and material provided. The book is a 'bible' for my journey." Maureen
This is what the people who completed the Inner Child Buddhist Book Club said about their experience of the book club classes:
"The fact that this is a zoom class does not take away from the feeling of connection with others. It has really improved my mental well-being- I’d highly recommend it to anyone."
"Bridgeen in her book club creates a space for people to learn experientially what cannot be taught."
"The book club isn’t just an opportunity to explore the teachings from the book but it is an opportunity to connect with like minded people who you can call your friends!"
"Being part of Bridgeen’s Buddhist Bookclub has been a truly wonderful experience. I have found it to be a very supportive environment for learning and sharing. The teachings within are truly transformative and it’s been amazing to have the opportunity to study some of the Buddhist teachings in greater depth. Have met some wonderful human beings along the way!"
"The support and insights of the group members are what transform the reading of these books into an invaluable life lesson."
"..gr8 group and gr8 teacher.."
"The Buddhist Bookclub had been one of the most life-changing experiences I've ever had. Both books reviewed have not only helped me to change my perspective on life but they've also helped me to live a calmer, peaceful life, which has helped me to exude presence. That is the best gift that anyone could give you. Thank you Bridgeen."
"Wonderful, relaxed way access Buddhist teachings maintain your meditation practice."
"I really recommend this book club. It's great to share views about the book which I may not have thought of myself. It's good to connect with people who want to work on themselves and I really enjoyed the meditation every week."
"The bookclub has given me the structure I need to read the book, and I have learnt so much from sharing within the group. It has helped me understand the many benefits of mindfulness, not just for me but for everyone I interact with."
"Sharing and developing a new insight is a unique approach to self development."
"The bookclubs are an amazing, safe environment to read, listen, share and discuss all aspects of the book and feel and know the wisdom, support, energy and wisdom of the group. An amazing experience for nurturing the practice and inner contentment, compassion, joy and growth."
"Exceptionally professional, experienced, present and kind, Bridgeen’s leading of the group creates an oasis with nourishment for my personal development. Thank you 😊."
"I have found the book club to be an absolute brilliant experience. I have learnt so much and gained great healing. I can't thank you enough xx"
Bridgeen's first Buddhist book club started last November 2021 with 'the heart of the Buddha's teaching'. It was a great success with 14 attendees who really enjoyed the opportunity to study the book together. This is what they said:
"BBBC was a transformative experience which has helped me to become more mindful in so many unexpected ways. Bridgeen holds such a loving space for you to explore the inner workings of your mind and improve your mindful practices. This is such a worthy club which truly enriches your life experience. I would recommend it to everyone."
"A wonderful way to come to these teachings."
"Bridgeen is an amazing person with a wealth of information which I am so lucky to have shared with her since beginning of lockdown. Much Gratitude to you Bridgeen x"
"A perfect book to start with, wonderful open and insightful online community, feel good factor. Bridgeen is an uplifting' fun and wise facilitator/leader :)"
"Learning, meditation, discussion connecting with others. What is not to love."
"Bridgeen's Buddhist bookclub is a truly wonderful thing! An opportunity to delve a little deeper into the Buddhist teachings. Having the opportunity to share thoughts and experiences with a group of like minded practitioners has been both enlightening and uplifting and I am looking forward to the next chapter! Namaste🙏"
"An opportunity to learn with like minded people."
"Expand your dharma with like minded people, its all good. :-)"
"There is nothing like active shared learning to transform our emotions."
"Very helpful to read as a group. Being read sections also helped make points clearer. Sometimes hearing it read made it just click in my understanding. I also was comfortable not fully understanding, my need for learning and understanding became clear. I never felt this was a negative in fact the group supported me to accept that and enjoy the process of learning. Smaller groups also a nice way to get to know each other and to hear each other. It gave an opportunity to deepen the discussion and I felt it lead to an even deeper discussion afterward. The meditations were a great way to start and overall the experience and learning has been a very nice way to spend a winter evening."
Refunds are not available. Thanks for your understanding.
