Join us this March for a 90-minute virtual workshop where we will embark on a transformative journey, blending grounding practices, Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) meditation, free-form dance, and journaling into a holistic experience of self-discovery and rejuvenation.

• Grounding Practices
  Our session begins with a grounding exercise to connect you to the earth. We'll also practice mindful walking, focusing on the sensation of each step, and engage in visualization exercises, imagining roots extending from your feet into the ground, fostering a deep sense of stability and presence.

• Progressive Muscle Relaxation Meditation
  Experience the calming effects of PMR meditation. This guided session invites you to systematically tense and relax your muscles, accompanied by deep, conscious breathing. This technique alleviates stress and enhances body awareness, leading to profound relaxation.

• Free-Form Dance
  Let your body express itself freely in our free-form dance segment. Move intuitively to the rhythm of music, exploring your creativity and emotions through dance. The session concludes with a reflective dance, allowing for a gentle, introspective integration of your experience.

• Journaling
  To deepen your workshop experience, we incorporate journaling as a tool for reflection and personal insight. After each activity, take a moment to journal your thoughts, feelings, and revelations. This practice helps solidify your experiences, providing a tangible record of your journey and insights gained.

This workshop is an opportunity to explore and develop a deeper connection with your body and emotions, leaving you feeling grounded, relaxed, and creatively inspired. Whether you're seeking stress relief, emotional release, or simply a fun and unique experience, our workshop offers something for everyone.

Complimentary Comforts
For your comfort during the workshop, we'll provide essential items such as yoga mats, pillows, blankets, and eye masks (optional). Additionally, you'll receive a custom-designed journal, created specifically for this workshop. To assist in your reflective writing or artistic expressions, a variety of pens, crayons, and markers will be at your disposal. Post-session, enjoy our complimentary water and light refreshments. While these supplies are provided for your convenience, feel free to bring any personal items that you might prefer using.


Cost
This exclusive workshop is offered for $40.00

Reserve your spot today!
Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience in somatic free-form dance. This is your chance to explore movement in a new, liberating way, connect deeply with your body, and embrace the joy of dance. Don't miss out on this opportunity to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Sign up today and be part of this transformative journey!

Location
Online via Zoom
A Zoom link will be provided to you after your registration is complete.

How to prepare for the workshop:

• Before the session, it's advisable to avoid heavy meals and refrain from drinking large amounts of liquids.

• Before joining the workshop, take a moment to reflect on what brings you here. What are your goals or intentions? What do you hope to achieve?

• We recommend wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothing, that allows you to move freely and relax fully. Choose clothes that won't restrict your movements or distract you, ensuring a more focused and enjoyable session.

• Choose a tranquil and private area where you feel at ease and secure and cannot be overheard or interrupted by others.

• Transform your chosen space into a sanctuary. Consider lighting candles, energy cleansing, or incorporating meaningful symbols or items that resonate with you. Creating an atmosphere that excites you and offers safety and peace is essential.

• Embrace your emotions with acceptance and openness, rather than suppressing or judging them.

• Come with a mind ready to explore and learn, setting aside preconceived notions, judgments, or critical thoughts about the practice for yourself or others.

• And remember, it's perfectly fine to pause or step back if you ever feel too much intensity or discomfort. Choosing is more important than doing. Your well-being is paramount.

• Gather your essentials: a yoga mat, cushions, bolsters, blankets, and, optionally, a blindfold and tissues.

• Arrive on time to ensure you catch all the vital instructions.

• Ensure you have a stable internet connection and quality speakers or headphones, as music will be a part of our session.

• Download & print the provided journal, or bring your notebook, pens, crayons, or markers for any reflective writing or drawing.

• Have a comforting beverage, such as cacao, herbal tea, or water, to help you stay hydrated and relaxed.

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*By purchasing this workshop, I acknowledge and accept the following terms as well as the following cautionary statements:

• Breathwork and related practices may lead to significant physical, emotional, and energetic releases and responses.

• As such, they are not recommended for individuals with conditions such as epilepsy, detached retina, glaucoma, uncontrolled hypertension, heart conditions (including past heart attacks), mental health disorders (such as manic or bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, paranoia, psychotic episodes, depersonalization, etc.), history of strokes, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), seizures, brain/neurological issues, family history of aneurysms, ongoing use of blood-thinning medications, recent psychiatric hospitalization or emotional crisis (within the last decade), osteoporosis, unhealed physical injuries, acute infectious or viral illnesses, advanced COPD, severe chronic illnesses, intolerance to reduced oxygen levels, cancer, or issues with impulse control.

• Pregnant individuals should refrain from engaging in breathwork without prior approval from their healthcare provider.

• Those with asthma are advised to bring inhalers and consult with their healthcare provider and the session facilitator before participating.

• Participation is not recommended if you have consumed alcohol, drugs, or psychedelics in the past 24 hours or if you have been fasting for more than 72 hours.

• I understand that the services offered by Embodied Essence are self-healing methods designed to enhance the quality of life and support holistic well-being and do not constitute medical advice or any substitution for medical care.

• I understand that these self-healing methods do not diagnose or act as a treatment for any health problem, and the services of Embodied Essence do not replace the care of licensed professionals.

• Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions.

• As the participant, I am responsible for informing the coach if I experience any physical discomfort, feel uncomfortable, experience an emotional emergency, or no longer want to move forward during a workshop.