Pause and Breathe
Pause and Breathe

About Mandie

Hello, I'm Mandie

Holistic therapist, luxury skincare consultant and founder of Pause and Breathe.

Mandie Pirie — holistic therapist and wellness coach

My Story

Pause and Breathe was created from a simple belief: every woman deserves time to pause, breathe and reconnect with herself.

Like many women, I spent years balancing a busy career, family life and the constant demands of everyday life. Along the way, I learned just how important it is to make time for our own wellbeing — not as a luxury, but as a necessity.

After experiencing my own health challenges, including a heart attack at 44 and navigating menopause, I came to understand just how important it is to slow down, listen to our bodies and prioritise our wellbeing.

My own journey has taught me the value of slowing down, creating space to reflect and taking care of both mind and body. Through self-care, holistic therapies and meaningful connection with others, I discovered how powerful it can be to simply pause.

Today, my passion is creating beautiful spaces where women can pause, breathe and reconnect. Through wellbeing evenings, retreats, holistic treatments and skincare experiences, my hope is that every woman leaves feeling calmer, lighter and more connected to herself than when she arrived.

Why Pause and Breathe was created

Pause and Breathe was created to offer women a welcoming and supportive space where they can step away from the pressures of daily life and focus on themselves for a while.

Pause and Breathe isn't about perfection, having all the answers or adding another thing to your to-do list.

It's about creating moments of calm, connection and restoration.

A space where women can come together, feel supported, learn something new, share experiences and leave feeling lighter, calmer and more connected to themselves.

Mandie setting up a wellbeing event space with candles, oracle cards and fairy lights

Creating a sacred space for a wellbeing evening

My vision

My vision is to build a warm and inclusive community where women can prioritise their wellbeing without guilt. Through beautifully curated wellbeing experiences designed to nurture, restore and reconnect with yourself — from retreat days and weekend retreats to collaborations with inspiring practitioners — I hope to create experiences that nurture the mind, body and soul.

Pause and Breathe is about reminding women that taking care of themselves is not selfish – it is one of the greatest gifts they can give themselves.

What you can expect

At Pause and Breathe, we believe wellbeing doesn't have to come from dramatic life changes. Sometimes the most powerful transformations begin with simply slowing down, taking a breath and making time for yourself.

When you join a Pause and Breathe event, you can expect:

  • A welcoming and supportive environment
  • Opportunities to relax, reflect and reconnect
  • Beautifully curated wellbeing experiences designed to nurture, restore and reconnect with yourself
  • Meaningful conversations and genuine connection
  • A chance to step away from everyday pressures and focus on you

Whether you're joining us for a wellbeing evening, retreat day or weekend retreat, you'll always be welcomed exactly as you are.

I'd love to welcome you to the Pause and Breathe community.

What I believe in

Whole-person care

True wellbeing isn't just physical. I work with mind, body and spirit together — because you are more than any one part of yourself.

No rush, no pressure

Healing and growth take time. My approach is gentle, unhurried and completely led by you — at your own pace, in your own way.

Every woman deserves this

Wellbeing isn't a luxury for the few. It's a necessity for all. I'm here to make it accessible, warm and welcoming for every woman.

Ready to Pause and Breathe?

I would love to welcome you to Pause and Breathe. Whether you are looking for a nurturing treatment, a wellbeing evening or a retreat day or weekend retreat, I would love to help you find the experience right for you.