Many people think of faith, strength, and an unshakable confidence in the power of self-care when they hear the name Shana-Lee Scott. She was born in Kingston, Jamaica, and grew up in West Palm Beach, Florida, after her family moved to the United States. Love and community were crucial in her upbringing. But even in a supportive setting, she saw how women often carried the world on their shoulders, giving and giving without taking a break to care for themselves.
A simple, but, impactful moment started her quest to health and happiness. When Shana-Lee was planning her birthday one year, she decided she wanted something different, something that would help her feel better. She designed her own private hideaway and she even made herself a gift bag to go with it. The present bag wasn’t simply full of things; it was full of possibilities. That moment was the beginning of what would become Breathe & Exhale 360.
The Heart of Breathe & Exhale: 360
This business was never about making things for the sake of making things. Shana-Lee wanted to bring people together, strengthen their faith, and remind women everywhere to stop, breathe, and exhale.
Breathe & Exhale 360 gave women a real method to reclaim time for themselves by sending them full-size wellness goods, financial advice, and personal support every three months. The brand even included seasonal boxes for holidays like Father’s Day and back-to-school, illustrating that taking care of yourself can have a positive effect on families and communities.
But the retreats are what make the brand tick. These events are more than just weekends away. They are places where women can be themselves, regroup, and reconnect with who they are outside of their duties as a mother, wife, daughter, or professional.
As one person who went to the retreat said:
“This wasn’t a vacation; it was a change. I felt lighter, clearer, and more determined to put myself first when I got home.
The Worthy Self-Care Retreat: More Than Just a Vacation
The Worthy Self-Care Retreat in Broken Bow, Oklahoma, from October 16 to 19, 2025, is a perfect example of what Breathe & Exhale 360 stands for. The retreat is solely for women and is meant to be all-inclusive. It includes lodging, food, workshops, horseback riding, a private dinner, and even one-on-one time with Shana-Lee.
The schedule isn’t what makes it so memorable; it’s the spirit of the weekend. Women come in worn out and sometimes unsure, but they leave knowing how valuable they are. Each session, whether in a group or alone, is meant to help you find hidden qualities, deal with doubts you’ve had for a long time, and make memories that will last.
Mommy in Waiting—A Heartfelt Devotional
While Mommy in Waiting: A 40-Day Devotional focuses on internal healing, the retreats focus on external healing. Shana-Lee wrote this book while she and her husband, Joshua, were going through a very personal journey of wanting a child. It is more than just words on a page; it is a friend for everyone who is waiting
Toni Morrison said, “If you really want to read a book that hasn’t been written yet, you have to write it.” Shana-Lee wrote the book she needed most. Its main focus is on the emotional and spiritual problems that come with infertility, but its message goes well beyond parenting. It speaks to anyone who is waiting for health, love, understanding, or a reason to live.
A reader of devotional literature said:
“Reading Mommy in Waiting was like sitting across the table from a buddy who knows how I feel without saying anything. It gave me hope that waiting doesn’t imply being forgotten.
What Women Want to Know
Q1: What might I expect from a self-care retreat called Breathe & Exhale 360?
People who come may expect a well-planned weekend that combines relaxation with personal improvement. The retreat lets women relax, interact with others, and get back to life feeling refreshed. They can do things like workshops, horseback riding, and private coaching sessions with Shana-Lee.
Q2: What is Mommy in Waiting, and who is it meant for?
Shana-Lee Scott wrote this 40-day devotional when she was hoping for a child. The title is about her desire to be a mother, but the devotional is for everyone who is waiting and needs faith, encouragement, and time to think.
Q3: In what ways does Shana-Lee Scott’s work inspire women?
She inspires by being herself, telling her own narrative, and making safe spaces via Breathe & Exhale 360. Her message is always the same, whether it’s through retreats, subscription boxes, or Mommy in Waiting: self-care and faith are not luxuries; they are lifelines.
Living the Mission Every Day
Shana-Lee takes care of her community in more ways than just books and retreats. She sends out weekly emails, holds Midday Motivation Mondays, and leads book circles. In the past, we’ve talked a lot about important works like Dr. Anita Phillips’s The Garden Within. Those talks are still going on today, and they are about faith, growth, and healing.
Her message to women has always been the same: “You are altogether beautiful, my love; there is no flaw in you” (Song of Solomon 4:7)
Customer Voices—Stories of Change
People who have experienced the impact of Breathe & Exhale 360 and Mommy in Waiting share their profound appreciation for these programs:
“I didn’t know how heavy life had been for me until the retreat let me put it down.” I laughed so hard that I sobbed, and for the first time in years, I felt free. – Person who went to the retreat
“The devotional helped me discover words for feelings I couldn’t put into words. Every morning, it gave me strength and reminded me that I wasn’t alone. – Reader of Devotionals
“The subscription box is a gift that feels like it was put together by someone who really cares.” It feels like each thing was chosen on purpose, not by chance. – Box Subscriber
“I went to the retreat out of curiosity, but I left with friends for life and a new sense of purpose.” – Person who went to the retreat
As a husband, I read the letter that Joshua wrote to men in Mommy in Waiting, and it made me cry. It made me stronger to stroll with my wife with even more love. — Reader’s Spouse
Shana-Lee Scott: More Than Just a Founder
Shana-Lee is a published author, qualified life coach, and motivational speaker. She has been in Voyage Dallas, Shoutout, and Bold! Magazine, and she has spoken at conferences, summits, and podcasts, always presenting her story as a witness of faith and hard work.
She doesn’t use business models in her work; she uses her experiences. Every retreat, devotional, and subscription box she sends out is a reflection of her life’s work: helping women embrace faith, health, and the idea that their worth is not based on how much they do but on who they are.
A Breath of Hope for All Women
The narrative of Breathe & Exhale 360 and Mommy in Waiting is more than just a business story; it’s also a ministry story. It is about making places, both physical and spiritual, where women may put down their worries and pick up their happiness again.
People in society often praise the hustle and forget about the pause. Women are pressured to do more, give more, and be more until they forget who they are. But Shana-Lee Scott sees rest as a form of resistance. Taking care of yourself is not selfish; it’s necessary for your health. And hope is not something you can choose; it is necessary.
The retreats ask women to take a break from their daily lives and start fresh. The devotional encourages readers to look for God in times of waiting. They work together to make a rhythm of breathing in and out, which reminds women that they are not alone, not forgotten, and not unworthy of attention.
Every package received, every retreat held, and every page written says the same thing: you are important. Your story is important. Your journey, including the portions where you have to wait, is important.
Shana-Lee’s work has helped many women because it doesn’t provide them easy remedies. Instead, it gives you presence, honesty, and faith. This is why Shana-Lee’s work resonates so profoundly.
In a society where many women feel like they don’t matter, Breathe & Exhale 360 and Mommy in Waiting are two things that remind them to breathe, exhale, and hold on to hope. Sometimes, the bravest thing a woman can do is stop and take a breath, then have faith that everything will get better.
