Speaking Engagements

As the founder of The Self-Care Suite, Tara Pringle Jefferson is a nationally recognized wellness anthropologist, dedicated to uncovering our origins of self-care to make present day rituals long-lasting and sustainable.

Her forthcoming book, BLOOM HOW YOU MUST (HarperCollins/Amistad), explores these self-care roots and puts readers on the path to new practices and routines that build off our historical foundation.

Since 2015, she has produced both in-person and online events and workshops for members of her multicultural, intergenerational community of women affectionately known as SuiteHearts.

In addition, she has traveled across the country speaking on college campuses, at conferences and retreats, delivering workshops on self-care and stress reduction.

If interested in having her speak to your professional organization, student group, or event attendees, use the form below or contact her assistant at hello@theselfcaresuite.com.

Previous Engagements

  • SiriusXM

  • Reed Smith

  • Sheppard Pratt

  • Priceline

  • Akron Children’s Hospital

  • Wayfair

  • WW (formerly Weight Watchers)

  • Mothering Justice

  • Hyland Software

  • Walker + Dunlop

  • Nanit

  • Kunik

  • Kent State University Women’s Center Leadership Series

  • Kent State University Black Graduate Student Association Conference

  • Postpartum Progress

  • Journey to Queendom

  • Self-Care in Color Virtual Retreat

  • Blogalicious Conference

Client Testimonials

“Tara from The Self Care Suite from start to finish was great. She was very accommodating to the needs of my team. I reached out to her in hopes of bringing my team together and although we still have some work to do, it was a relief and inspiring to see what my staff took away from the workshop.

Tara was interactive, gave suggestions to help work through some questions staff may have had and the breathing exercises were relaxing and set the tone. I definitely would recommend the workshops and learn how the Self Care Suite can benefit you.”
— Tawana Seigler-King, Sheppard Pratt
“We’re still soaking in the words from our gathering! Our attendees said you had such a soothing voice and calm aura, a real goddess presence. Thank you for the food for my soul!”
— Mary Jackson, TLC Women's Ministry, Voice of Triumph Christian Center
“Tara gave a talk on the importance of self care for Black mamas. Her presentation was not only beautiful to look at but the resources and discussion we had were amazing. My boss was really impressed with her work and Tara inspired all of us to learn more about what our bodies need in order to show up as our best selves. I look forward to working with her again in the future.”
— Danielle Slaughter, Mothering Justice
“Tara’s workshop was fantastic! The discussion topics and activities were insightful and fit for the diverse audience in attendance. She created a warm, welcoming space for people to comfortably think and talk about their self care habits. The academic environment is often high-stress and fast paced, so Tara’s workshop was especially beneficial for our guests. Everyone left with practical advice on how to enhance their lives through self care.”
— Danielle Jones, Black Graduate Student Association Conference

Sample Workshop Topics

People Pleasers Anonymous

This workshop is for people who have a default setting of “yes!” They find themselves saying "yes" when you want to say "no,” and want to be liked more than they want to be honest. This workshop will help attendees reclaim their voice, adjust their expectations of others and live a more authentic life. [Note: This workshop includes audio/video.]

Building Better Boundaries

Boundaries are the building blocks for all healthy relationships. Hazy or undefined boundaries can cause stress, frustration and overwhelm in personal or professional situations. This workshop will lead attendees in analyzing their current (or non-existent) boundaries, give them strategies for developing stronger ones, and a blueprint for enforcing their boundaries for greater peace of mind.  

Bouncing Back from Burnout

Finding yourself on E is unsettling and overwhelming. How do you get back to “well” after discovering you’re depleted? This workshop gives attendees the space to develop a 6-12 month recovery plan, where they assess their deficits and build in support to get back on the path to wellness.



Beyond Bubble Baths: A Deeper Dive Into Self-Care

Sometimes we hear the word “self-care” so often that it loses its meaning. It’s deeper than bubble baths and more life-changing than a monthly pedicure. In this workshop, attendees will create their own definition of self-care, formulate a self-care contract with themselves and discover strategies to create time for themselves where they previously thought none existed.

Unlearning Exhaustion: The R.E.S.T. Model

What happens when you need the type of energy that coffee can’t give or eight hours of sleep can’t provide? This presentation introduces attendees to the R.E.S.T. model created by Tara Pringle Jefferson that gives you a step-by-step guide to centering rest and unlearning exhausting habits.

Decompression Session

Decompression Sessions are 60-minute check-in sessions designed to help attendees rest well. Hosted virtually in the evening, each session begins with a group check-in, private journaling, collective affirmations, and focused breathwork to take us to dreamland.