Self-care for grieving hearts. It’s your turn to be supported. Learn self-care for you.

An immersive 12-week journey to help you learn how to prioritise your own self-care and practise self-compassion while exploring twelve different ways to care for your body, mind, and heart. Each week introduces a new activity, from mindful movement to creative expression, so you can discover what truly nourishes you.

Designed for anyone affected by someone else’s drinking, drug use, gambling, or other addiction, the programme offers a blend of physical, social, emotional, and personal self-care. Held in a small group, this is an opportunity to form new friendships, share stories, and find calm, understanding, and connection with people who understand. Add yourself to the waitlist for the next available programme.

What is the Blossome Self Care for Grieving Hearts Programme?

The programme offers a blend of physical, social, emotional and personal self-care activities, designed for people who have been affected by someone else’s drinking, drug use, gambling or any addiction. The programme is held in a group setting, where you will have the opportunity to form new friendships and find connection and understanding with people who understand what you are going through.

We are offering this programme free to participants thanks to funding from The Essex Recovery Foundation. Special thanks to the Frinton and Walton Yacht club for hosting the programme this year!

This programme has been developed by Kim Moore who lost her husband Chris to alcoholism when he was 51. The guided journey has come from her personal healing journey, with input from grief specialists and therapists. We understand that this is an underserved and under-supported community, often suffering in silence and isolation.

Our range of expert programme leaders means we can offer you activities that are therapy informed. This isn’t therapy, but you may experience the benefits of therapy, while also resourcing yourself. Participation will lift your mood and help you develop your own self-care habits, while supporting you on your own healing journey back to wellbeing and joy. Almost all programme leaders have also been affected by a loved ones alcoholism or addiction so they understand first-hand the heartache.

How does the programme work?

The programme runs for 12 consecutive weeks
The programme is led by qualified programme leaders, self care specialists
The programme will have 12-15 participants
The majority of sessions take place at one main venue, the Frinton and Walton Yacht Club, some will be outdoors in nature
Each week the programme will include:
- A 1-2-1 call with your self care supporter
- An activity session
- A learning focus
- An online peer support group gathering

Is the programme for you?

If you have been affected by someone else’s drinking, drug use, gambling or any addiction, and if you are feeling any of the following, then this programme is for you:

Feeling you have no time to do things for you

Feeling there isn’t time for self-care

Feeling alone

Feeling complicated grief with feelings of guilt

Feeling stuck in fight or flight mode

Feeling high stress, anxiety and low mood

Feeling the past is holding you back

Feeling exhausted and lacking a sense of purpose

Feeling you’ll never love again

Feeling sad, like you’ll never laugh or be happy again

Curious about what you’ll experience? Take a look at everything you can explore.

What does the programme involve?

You’ll have the opportunity to choose to participate in a variety of in-person activities. Each activity is designed to help you learn self care practices that will help you heal emotionally, find your way back to yourself, and learn kinder ways of living with self-compassion and joy. You will develop a whole new relationship with yourself – full of love.

Registration – Today until 4th January 2026

Prioritise You

Get started with a personal registration experience with Kim & Nic. This will be over Zoom or in person. Meet Nic, your programme host and gain the information you need to start looking forward to the experience and get excited about prioritising you.

Leader – Nic

Chat through what you need

Week 1 – 6th January 2026

Intention Setting for Your Self-care

In this session, you’ll have the opportunity to set some intentions for your self-care. Laura will also guide you through a lovely session of creating a piece of jewellery that can be your reminder of your commitment to your self-care.

Leaders – Nic & Laura

Week 2 – 13th January 2026

Mindful Self Compassion

Learn how to treat yourself as you would your best friend. Turn down your inner critic and build a healthier relationship with yourself.

Leader – Kim

Week 3 – 20th January 2026

Writing for Wellbeing

Discover how writing can support your wellbeing, with a focus on journaling. Learn different techniques and practice them through the programme, to make it easier to build this healthy habit.

Leader – Trigger Bliss

Week 4 – 27th January 2026

Soundhealing

Experience the gentle resonance of healing sound frequencies that nurture body and mind. This Soundbath invites you to simply lie back, breathe, and let sound guide you into a state of deep relaxation and renewal.

Leader – Laura

Week 5 – 03 February 2026

Qi Gong

When you’ve lived in the chaos of someone else’s addiction, your body forgets how to rest. Qi Gong helps it remember. Through slow, gentle movement and breath, this practice settles the nervous system, eases tension, and brings a sense of steadiness back inside.

Leader – Malcom

Week 6 – 10th February 2026

Slow Stitching

Discover the calming therapeutic benefits of repetitive stitching. Take part in an beautiful activity that can channel your thoughts into something physical.

Leader – Sue

Week 7 – 17th February 2026

Restorative Yoga

Enjoy a restful practice that is all about slowing down and opening your body through passive stretching.

Leader – Tara

Week 8 – 24th February

Intentional Breathing

In this Transformational Breath® Taster Session, you will experience the profound effects of conscious connected breathing. This taster session is designed to give you a first-hand feel of how breathwork can support stress relief, energy balance and emotional well-being.

Leader – Stephanie

Week 9 – 03 March 2026

Mindful Movement Dancing

Through mindful movement and music, this trauma-sensitive dance session helps you gently return home to your body. You’ll be invited to explore motion as a pathway to healing, empowerment, and self-connection.

Leader – Fi

Week 10 – 07 March 2026

Mindful Gardening

Gardening is good for your whole body, mind and soul. Discover how to slow down and cultivate mindfulness as you tend to the flowers.

Leader – Sara

Week 11 – 17 March 2026

Expressive Art

Embrace the joys and challenges of your current life situation through drawing your inner weather. Express and release pent up emotions whilst learning about yourself with compassion.

Leader – Marie

Week 12 – 24 March 2026

Singing – Finding your Voice

Through simple, mindful songs, will the supportive guidance of Kate, you’ll discover the healing power of your own voice. Singing together helps us breathe deeper, release emotions and tension, and remember that we are not alone.

Leader – Kate

It’s Time to Take Care of You

Healing from the chaos and traumas experienced while enduring a loved one’s battle with alcoholism or addiction relies on deciding you are worth it. Take active steps to heal, grieve and let go of emotions that keep you stuck. Make a commitment to your own self care.

How can you take part in the programme?

If you are over the age of 25, if have been affected by someone else’s drinking, drug use, gambling or any addiction, you can apply for the programme by clicking the “Apply Now” button and complete the application form.

Please note, we cannot accept you into the in-person programme activities if you are not living in Essex, UK or within travelling distance to Colchester, Essex, UK. Alternatively, you can opt for support through our online self-care community and learning programme.

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