Radiant Women's Collective

📍 Location:
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse – Tacoma Mall
4502 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA 98409

🕓 Time:
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
(Our women’s discussion group starts at 6:00 PM nearby – join us early to connect!)

🎉 Description:
This women-only happy hour is a great way to relax, meet new people, and enjoy some good conversation before our discussion group. Whether you're a regular or joining for the first time, you're welcome!

👉 Please note: Everyone will be responsible for their own food and drinks, and the restaurant will provide separate checks. This is a casual gathering, and the host will not be covering costs.

We’ll wrap up around 5:30 PM and head over to our discussion group:
📚 Women’s Discussion Group (6:00 PM):
Tacoma Public Library – Moore Branch
215 S 56th St, Tacoma, WA 98408
Looking forward to sharing great conversations and laughter with you!

✨ For women seeking community, inspiration, and good conversation.

Welcome to this week’s women’s circle! Tonight, we’ll focus on connection and self-discovery. We’ll begin with a fun icebreaker to set the tone and get to know one another better. From there, we’ll explore the evening’s topic, 'The Power of Pause,' through open discussion, sharing our thoughts, and reflecting on personal experiences. This gathering is a space to connect, grow, and be inspired by one another’s journeys. We’ll close with a moment to set intentions, leaving with fresh perspectives and a sense of support. Let’s dive in and make this time meaningful together!

Below is the "Mindful Musing" for the week which includes our Main Topic and some questions for us to explore together!

Why is it that the minute we finally sit down to relax, our minds decide to throw a party with every single thing we haven’t done yet? The dishes, that email we forgot to send, and the existential crisis looming on the horizon all suddenly demand our attention. It’s like the universe knows the moment we decide to slow down and decides to drop a million reminders into our brain. But here’s the thing: rest is often seen as a luxury, something that comes after everything else is done—but in reality, it’s an essential part of staying balanced and avoiding the dreaded burnout.

What if we started viewing pausing not as procrastination, but as a power move? Picture this: instead of explaining why we need a break as “just avoiding responsibilities,” we say, “I’m cultivating stillness.” Sounds kind of profound, doesn’t it? Taking time to recharge isn’t just a break from productivity—it’s a form of productivity in itself. The act of giving ourselves permission to pause helps us return to our tasks with more clarity, energy, and creativity. It’s like a reset button for our minds and bodies, allowing us to approach the next challenge with renewed strength.

Hitting the brakes can be just as productive as hitting the gas. When we don’t allow ourselves to rest, we’re essentially driving on fumes, hoping to make it to the next destination without running out of fuel. But when we pause, we give ourselves the opportunity to reflect, recharge, and come back even more focused and energized. So, the next time you feel guilty for taking a moment to relax, remember: it’s not procrastination—it’s preparation.

Discussion Questions:

1. What’s your go-to way to rest that doesn’t involve scrolling your phone?
2. Why do you think we feel guilty about resting?
3. When was the last time you truly did nothing, and how did it feel?
4. What’s one small way you could prioritize rest this week?
5. Do you believe rest looks different for everyone? How so?
6. Have you ever experienced burnout? How did you recover?
7. How do you know when you need to hit the pause button?
8. What role does sleep play in your ability to recharge?
9. Is there a hobby or activity you find restorative?
10. Can you share a time when taking a pause led to clarity or a breakthrough?

Welcome to this week’s women’s circle! Tonight, we’ll focus on connection and self-discovery. We’ll begin with a fun icebreaker to set the tone and get to know one another better. From there, we’ll explore the evening’s topic, 'The Boundary Wake-Up Call: From Resentment to Respect,' through open discussion, sharing our thoughts, and reflecting on personal experiences. This gathering is a space to connect, grow, and be inspired by one another’s journeys. We’ll close with a moment to set intentions, leaving with fresh perspectives and a sense of support. Let’s dive in and make this time meaningful together!

Below is the "Mindful Musing" for the week which includes our Main Topic and some questions for us to explore together!

You say yes… but your gut clenches. You smile… but your chest feels heavy. You show up… but you’re secretly hoping they cancel. That’s not kindness. That’s self-abandonment.

Most of us weren’t taught boundaries—we were taught control, compliance, or collapse. We learned to keep the peace, not honor the truth. We were rewarded for being agreeable, accommodating, available. And we wondered why we felt resentful.

Here’s the truth: resentment is often the smoke signal for a violated boundary. And boundaries aren’t selfish—they’re sacred. They’re the way you tell the world, “This is where I end, and where you begin.” They’re not about pushing people away. They’re about staying rooted in yourself while staying in connection with others.

This session is about the shift from silent seething to sovereign self-respect. We’ll explore where you’re leaking energy, where you’re still trying to control outcomes, and what it feels like to build boundaries that actually protect your peace.

No is not a rejection. It’s a declaration: I matter too.

### Discussion Questions

1. Where in your life do you feel the most resentment—and what boundary might be missing there?
2. What situations leave you feeling drained, overextended, or obligated?
3. What’s one area where you say yes when you really mean no?
4. How do you feel when others set boundaries with you?
5. What’s the difference between setting a boundary and trying to control someone else’s behavior?
6. What were you taught about boundaries growing up?
7. How do you typically respond when someone crosses a line with you?
8. What would it feel like to trust that you don’t have to over-explain your “no”?
9. What’s one “leak” in your energy or attention that you’re ready to seal up?
10. What does self-respect look like in action—in your calendar, your conversations, your commitments?