Friday, June 21, 2024 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Zen House Yoga Studio, Niagara Falls, ON
Join us for a lighthearted evening of laughter, creativity and embracing imperfection. Learning about ourselves doesn’t always have to be so serious and self care is better when done in connection with others. This evening will include the philosophy behind the Kintsugi bowl, a meditation, charcuterie and cocktails and the smashing of bowls as we go through the process of Kintsugi to create your own piece infused with resilience and beauty.
Thank you so much to all that joined us for our two past workshops. We were sold out and have heard from so many people who missed out. It was honestly such a blast to hold space for everyone to create. The energy in the room was amazing and well why not do it again?!
Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, silver or platinum and embracing its imperfection and resilience.
Who we are: This interactive and experiential session is being lead by Kimberley Gunning, MSW, RSW, Reiki II and owner of Kaleidoscope Wellness Niagara
What to Expect:
Participants will be led through the handson practice of breaking a bowl and then mending the cracks with gold or silver. Cultivating mindfulness and acceptance as you engage in the process and complete a unique and meaningful work of art.
This workshop will begin with a brief philosophy behind the art of Kintsugi. It is designed to be a therapeutic and creative experience. It will encourage you to engage in the meditative process, slow down and be present in the moment. Focus on the here and now and accept imperfections as part of life’s journey.
Workshop Includes: All the necessary materials to create your own kintsugi bowl. Bowl is included. A light refreshment will be provided.
You will learn to go deeper and find more value than a typical Vision Board. You have an innate wisdom within you, and unique yearnings that are meant only for you. You deserve to know how to cultivate this, how to achieve your higher calling, how to trust yourself, how to feel the way you desire to feel. This Vision Board Workshop goes beyond goals, resolutions and habits. You are going to learn a somatic approach to bring your vision to life.
Who we are: This interactive and creative session is being lead by Kimberley Gunning, MSW, Reiki II and owner of Kaleidoscope Wellness Niagara and Melanie DiPaola, RYT, Reiki II and founder of the Zen Collective.
What to Expect:
We will introduce you to psychotherapy techniques to let go of preconceived ideas and self-limiting beliefs. It is not about what we want and think we need. The fundamental goal is to dig deep and know how to find the things that make us smile.
Before we begin creating we will explore the use of positive affirmations, meditation, somatic process, and the use of sound vibration with a singing bowl to set intention and amplify the effectiveness of your vision board.
Workshop Includes: All the necessary materials to make your vision board, including magazines, glue sticks, scissors, and boards. A light refreshment will be provided.
Join Melanie and Kimberley for an unforgettable experience that empowers you to take charge and lighten your load with a little laughter and connect with your heart.
I know that the world is filled with messages that we should feel grateful. Anyone who knows me knows how I feel about “shoulding all over yourself.” This morning though I do feel incredibly grateful to receive a Reader’s Choice Award in 2 categories!
This year hasn’t turned out quite the way I expected it to. Spoiler alert…and neither will 2024. This certainly isn’t a surprise because the universe always has other plans and sometimes what happens even if it is difficult and unwanted it is really what we needed. Yes, 2023 was filled with lessons and some of them I learned and others kept coming back around to tell me to dig a little deeper. Regardless of how I may feel, I did something right and that feels amazing because it meant I helped others find their “why”. Working in connection with other humans and walking along with them during a challenging time in their life is a gift and I thank those who have trusted me and allowed me to be part of their transformation. It motivates me to be a better therapist, to be present and to show up in life even on the days that are hard.
Thank you! If you are looking for a mental heath tune up, I will be accepting new and returning clients for 2024.
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