📸: Jim Crotty

Winter Solstice Healing Workshop

Yoga, Sound bath, Storytelling, and Deep Listening to Heal and Restore

A collaborative offering from Shawna Emerick, Liz Benferhat & Anthony Purdy

Sunday, December 12th, 2021

2-5pm

In person

As we move into the darkest days of the year, we invite you to join us for a sacred pause (as Shawna likes to say).

We’ll gather in community and invite you to rest, restore, heal and reflect on the season of life you’re in through the lens of the Winter Solstice. 

Our time together will be guided by the invitation to reflect on:

  • What is this season of darkness offering you?

  • What do you need in this season of your life that you can offer yourself right now in this moment?

Warm your feet by the fire of community and through the warmth of your own heart. Be held in this moment exactly as you are.

WHEN

Sun, Dec 12th 2-5pm

WHERE

In person: 3859 10th Avenue, 2nd Fl, NY, NY

COST

$40 - $50 - $30

What can I expect?

A spacious afternoon that’s intentionally crafted to support healing, reflection, restoration and community connection. We will weave movement, open sharing and a meditative sound bath together to support you exactly as you are in this moment. This time of year welcomes deep rest and so do we; so come and connect with others or simply take a nap. This time is for you.

We will have an altar set up for you to contribute to. Time for intention setting. Tea and loving conversations, if you like.

Yoga 

All level open class. Gently move your body and connect with your breath through an all level yoga class led by Shawna Emerick.

Storytelling & deep listening 

Share your story and be lovingly heard through reflection and open sharing facilitated by Liz Benferhat.

Sound bath 

Get comfortable and sink deeply into a heart-opening sound bath offered by Anthony Purdy. 

FAQs

Where will we meet?

3859 10th Avenue, 2nd Fl, NY, NY (Warriors TaeKwonDo studio)

Master Raj of Warriors TaeKwonDo has generously offered us to use his studio for the workshop. It’s on the 2nd floor and requires walking up a flight of stairs.

What is the cost?

We ask for $40 to join. More ($50+) or less ($30-) is also appreciated and accepted. Please reach out if this is prohibitive or if you would like to support this program in other ways.

How is COVID handled?

We are adhering to NY State and CDC guidelines.

  • We ask that you submit proof of vaccination to join. Please do so through the Google Form application or on the day of.

  • If you are fully vaccinated, you are welcome to remove your mask at your discretion (or keep it on).

  • The workshop is capped at 25 people, which is 50% capacity for the size of the studio.

  • Mats will be arranged 6 feet apart.

  • Air purifiers will be on-site and a back door will be propped open for air flow.

We ask that you remain vigilant and mindful of everyone’s personal space. If you have any symptoms or test positive for coronavirus, please do not join the workshop.

If you have any questions about this or personal requests please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

What do I need to bring with me?

Recommended:

  • Yoga mat

Optional:

  • Personal item for the altar (small statue, stone or crystal, emblem, flowers, etc)

  • Blankets (for yoga and/or sound bath - or just to be cozy)

  • Journal

  • Towel to cover your eyes

  • Blocks or other props for yoga or sitting

  • Any offerings you’d like to bring for the group (snacks, tea bags, incense)

We will have a limited number of props that we can bring. Please let us know if you need something specific (blocks, bolster, etc).

Who is this for?

Anyone who feels called to join. This is particularly for those in need of rest, community and sacred connection. It will be heart-centered, spiritual and embodied so is well-suited for people who resonate with those qualities.

I have more questions.

Send any of us an email: Liz @ connect@wehealforall.com, Anthony here or Shawna here.