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From Wounds to Wisdom Lenten Journey
Feb
18
to Apr 22

From Wounds to Wisdom Lenten Journey

This lent, engage in a deeper journey of recovery from socially accepted addictions. Through bimonthly groups, individual practices, and recorded meditations, you will be invited to explore your motivations and the wounds that drive you.

Material weaves together Twelve Steps, Ignatian reflections, Lectio Divina, guided prayerful imaginative exercises, body-based practices.

Space limited to 12 people and preference given to previous Soul Care Group participants.

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Dec
20

DV Advocate Soul Care Group

Taking care of ourselves is not optional, it’s essential when working with people who’ve experienced trauma. Soul care is for all people not just those who feel weak or are spiritual. Understanding our barriers to care for ourselves, and the effects of secondary trauma can increase our compassion for ourselves, our self-awareness of how we are being impacted, and propel us into more sustainable practices. Developing rhythms of rest and renewal can nurture and guide us.

This Soul Care group is for DV/SA advocates & professionals (former or present) who want to create space to tune-in to their inner self, reckon more deeply with how their work is impacting them, and practice deep listening to themselves and others. You will be led in somatic grounding practices, free-writing exercises, and contemplative reflection. It is primarily an invitation to do some of your own inner work, and share intentionally with others.

This group will not incorporate a particular faith tradition, focused on DV/SA advocates. See Monthly Tuesday group for one that is open to all helping professionals (former or present), and more concretely integrates Christian spirituality.

It will not be a time to process childhood trauma or as a replacement for therapy.

DATES:

  • Fourth Fridays 9:30-10:30am PST ( Nov/Dec will be 3rd Fridays because of Holidays.

COST: $15/group, or $130 for 10 groups (August-May). Free for NWFL.

If first time attending a group, I’d like to meet with you before joining! Schedule a Soul Care Appointment, for a 15-20 min meeting.

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Contemplative Silent Meditation
Dec
13

Contemplative Silent Meditation

Contemplation Sits are an act of resistance to the drivenness of our culture and the lie that our value is in our productivity.

The practice invites letting go of thoughts and sensations, and returning to a guiding sacred word. Even this simple yet challenging act can help train our bodies and brains to let go more easily throughout other moments in our days, to be present to ourselves and those around us.

It invites us to root ourselves in the Ground of all Being and extend self-compassion when we get distracted or overwhelmed.

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Contemplative Silent Meditation
Nov
15

Contemplative Silent Meditation

Contemplation Sits are an act of resistance to the drivenness of our culture and the lie that our value is in our productivity.

The practice invites letting go of thoughts and sensations, and returning to a guiding sacred word. Even this simple yet challenging act can help train our bodies and brains to let go more easily throughout other moments in our days, to be present to ourselves and those around us.

It invites us to root ourselves in the Ground of all Being and extend self-compassion when we get distracted or overwhelmed.

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Contemplative Silent Meditation
Sep
13

Contemplative Silent Meditation

Contemplation Sits are an act of resistance to the drivenness of our culture and the lie that our value is in our productivity.

The practice invites letting go of thoughts and sensations, and returning to a guiding sacred word. Even this simple yet challenging act can help train our bodies and brains to let go more easily throughout other moments in our days, to be present to ourselves and those around us.

It invites us to root ourselves in the Ground of all Being and extend self-compassion when we get distracted or overwhelmed.

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Soul Care Group
Sep
10

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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Soul Care Group
May
14

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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Soul Care Group
Apr
9

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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Soul Care Group
Mar
12

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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From Wounds to Wisdom: Recovery & Resurrection
Feb
20
to Apr 9

From Wounds to Wisdom: Recovery & Resurrection

This lent, engage in a deeper journey of recovery from socially accepted addictions. Through bimonthly groups, individual practices, and recorded meditations, you will be invited to explore your motivations and the wounds that drive you.

Material weaves together Twelve Steps, Ignatian reflections, Lectio Divina, guided prayerful imaginative exercises, body-based practices.

Space limited to 12 people and preference given to previous Soul Care Group participants.

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Soul Care Group
Feb
6

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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Contemplative Silent Meditation
Jan
25

Contemplative Silent Meditation

Contemplation Sits are an act of resistance to the drivenness of our culture and the lie that our value is in our productivity.

The practice invites letting go of thoughts and sensations, and returning to a guiding sacred word. Even this simple yet challenging act can help train our bodies and brains to let go more easily throughout other moments in our days, to be present to ourselves and those around us.

It invites us to root ourselves in the Ground of all Being and extend self-compassion when we get distracted or overwhelmed.

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Soul Care Group
Dec
12

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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Contemplative Silent Meditation
Dec
7

Contemplative Silent Meditation

Contemplation Sits are an act of resistance to the drivenness of our culture and the lie that our value is in our productivity.

The practice invites letting go of thoughts and sensations, and returning to a guiding sacred word. Even this simple yet challenging act can help train our bodies and brains to let go more easily throughout other moments in our days, to be present to ourselves and those around us.

It invites us to root ourselves in the Ground of all Being and extend self-compassion when we get distracted or overwhelmed.

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Soul Care Group
Nov
14

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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Contemplative Silent Meditation
Nov
2

Contemplative Silent Meditation

Contemplation Sits are an act of resistance to the drivenness of our culture and the lie that our value is in our productivity.

The practice invites letting go of thoughts and sensations, and returning to a guiding sacred word. Even this simple yet challenging act can help train our bodies and brains to let go more easily throughout other moments in our days, to be present to ourselves and those around us.

It invites us to root ourselves in the Ground of all Being and extend self-compassion when we get distracted or overwhelmed.

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Trauma Informed SoulCare 1.5 CE
Oct
19

Trauma Informed SoulCare 1.5 CE

In this 1.5 CE workshop, participants will deepen their understanding of compassion fatigue, secondary trauma, and burnout, as well as the ethical importance of Trauma-Informed Soul Care. They will be led in mindfulness and reflective practices to practice slowing down, letting go, and reflecting on their own reasons for self care.

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Soul Care Group
Oct
10

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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Contemplative Silent Meditation
Oct
5

Contemplative Silent Meditation

Contemplation Sits are an act of resistance to the drivenness of our culture and the lie that our value is in our productivity.

The practice invites letting go of thoughts and sensations, and returning to a guiding sacred word. Even this simple yet challenging act can help train our bodies and brains to let go more easily throughout other moments in our days, to be present to ourselves and those around us.

It invites us to root ourselves in the Ground of all Being and extend self-compassion when we get distracted or overwhelmed.

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Soul Care Group
Sep
12

Soul Care Group

The goal of Soul Care Groups is to create space for slowing down and contemplative listening in order to connect with the Divine, each other, and ourselves.

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Contemplative Silent Meditation
Sep
7

Contemplative Silent Meditation

Contemplation Sits are an act of resistance to the drivenness of our culture and the lie that our value is in our productivity.

The practice invites letting go of thoughts and sensations, and returning to a guiding sacred word. Even this simple yet challenging act can help train our bodies and brains to let go more easily throughout other moments in our days, to be present to ourselves and those around us.

It invites us to root ourselves in the Ground of all Being and extend self-compassion when we get distracted or overwhelmed.

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Recovery & Resurrection (registration closed)
Feb
9
to Apr 20

Recovery & Resurrection (registration closed)

This lent, engage in a deeper journey of recovery from socially accepted addictions. Through bimonthly groups, individual practices, and recorded meditations, you will be invited to explore your motivations and the wounds that drive you.

Material weaves together Twelve Steps, Ignatian reflections, Lectio Divina, guided prayerful imaginative exercises, body-based practices.

Space limited to 12 people and preference given to previous Soul Care Group participants.

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Examen: Knowing Our Needs & Motivations
Jan
22

Examen: Knowing Our Needs & Motivations

For many who are engaged in ministry and helping professions, it can feel easier to focus on the needs and characteristics of others than on oneself. We may become out of touch with who we are, our own needs, strengths, and brokenness. Without knowing it, we might be trying to meet unmet needs through our work—specifically the needs for impact, intimacy, approval, identity and self-worth. These are normal and healthy needs that can be met through unhealthy means if they drive our motive in serving others.

Workshop participants will explore their motivations for doing this work and the underlying needs they might be trying to meet.

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Examen: Knowing Our Needs & Motivations
Jan
12

Examen: Knowing Our Needs & Motivations

For many who are engaged in ministry and helping professions, it can feel easier to focus on the needs and characteristics of others than on oneself. We may become out of touch with who we are, our own needs, strengths, and brokenness. Without knowing it, we might be trying to meet unmet needs through our work—specifically the needs for impact, intimacy, approval, identity and self-worth. These are normal and healthy needs that can be met through unhealthy means if they drive our motive in serving others.

Workshop participants will explore their motivations for doing this work and the underlying needs they might be trying to meet.

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Year-End Examen Thursday
Dec
15

Year-End Examen Thursday

Join others in an online zoom retreat, for a chance to slow down, reflect on the past, and prepare for the new year. Participants will be led in contemplative personal reflection through body-based reflection, lectio divina, & Ignatian Examen.

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Year-End Examen Sunday
Dec
11

Year-End Examen Sunday

Join others in an online zoom retreat, for a chance to slow down, reflect on the past, and prepare for the new year. Participants will be led in contemplative personal reflection through body-based reflection, lectio divina, & Ignatian Examen.

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Choosing Gratitude
Nov
10

Choosing Gratitude

“Choosing gratitude is a challenging discipline, especially in the face of much trauma and suffering.” ~Bethany Dearborn Hiser

From Burned Out to Beloved explores gratitude as a way to live in joy, even amidst sorrow. The season of Thanksgiving is painful for many who don’t have a warm place to be, friends and family to share a meal with, let alone finances to put food on the table, and for those who’ve lost loved ones. Yet, it also surfaces a toxic reality, as the celebrated feast was followed by massive genocide of Native people.

How do we choose gratitude in the midst of suffering?

Join a Soul Care Group focused on Harvesting Gratitude, in honor of the Two Year Anniversary of From Burned Out to Beloved: Soul Care for Wounded Healers; and a season of Thanksgiving.

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