Self Care & Holistic Well-being Program

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

Life is full of ups and downs. Our feelings and emotions can sometimes make navigating life feel more complicated, consuming, and challenging. This course is full of practical, effective tools and perspectives that will help you better understand what your feelings and emotions are telling you. You will learn how feelings and emotions are valuable signs and symptoms.

TEACHER: Catherine Cowan

A NOTE FROM CATHERINE: I’m so excited to share empowering perspectives and tools with you! I’m here to support you as you navigate life, with its overwhelming chapters, and inspire you to feel more confident in who you are!

QUESTIONS:

None provided

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“Travel Light, Live Light, Spread the Light, Be the Light.”

Our bodies are always living in the present moment, but our mind often holds us back in regret and hurt from the past or worry for the future. Balance, strength, flexibility - yoga brings all of this to the physical body. Peace, calm, courage, understanding - yoga brings all of this to the mind. Yoga is the magic of bringing the mind and body together with the breath, building inner and outer strength, and cultivating resilience.

TEACHER: Ellen Bradley

A NOTE FROM ELLEN: I often think, “Wow, what if I would have learned yoga as a teenager? My life would have been so different.” I am passionate and ever grateful to introduce you to the fundamentals on your mat. I hope this will plant a seed of discovery for what is to come!

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Having a healthy understanding of our sacred anatomy strengthens our voices. Practicing ownership over our bodies and the right to consent and receive pleasure helps us to speak deep truths. In this course, we will learn about the connection of life force and sexual energy, the anatomy of the vulva, the archetypes of the menstrual cycle, and how we can use these to communicate with ourselves and follow our voice of intuition.

TEACHER: Lindsay Sukornik

A NOTE FROM LINDSAY: I am a mother of four living my dream in a Costa Rican surf town.

QUESTIONS:

If we were all created from sexual experiences, why is this so embarrassing to talk about?

What are the three scariest things you feel or think of when you imagine yourself becoming a woman?

What are the three most fabulous, amazing things that you think of when you imagine yourself becoming a woman?

What does your period say to you? She talks to you through your emotions, sensations in your body, and reactions in your heart. 

What do you need most in the quiet time?

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The Power of Breath will cover the strength, calm, and clarity that can come from focused breathing.  In this course, we’ll talk about how breathing works in the body, the benefits of deep and slow breathing, and how we can use breath to create intentional thoughts instead of worry.

TEACHER: Jessica Robertson

A NOTE FROM JESSICA: I’m inspired to work with young women because, even though I’m old, I still feel like I’m young!  I started practicing yoga at 18 and it has shaped my entire life. I think about how I could have benefited from learning these tools at an even younger age. I also think the female spirit is unstoppable and am so happy to help bring the powerful practice of Breathwork to young thinkers, leaders, and learners!

QUESTIONS:

How do you breathe when you’re feeling stressed?

How do you breathe before a big test or performance?

What happens when you slow your breath down?

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Soul Spark is a crash course on creativity - done YOUR way. In this interactive and upbeat class, we will discuss the diverse definitions of what creativity can be, we will identify and smash to pieces the creative blocks you've been holding, and we will zoom in on where you find your very OWN soul spark. Finally, we will discuss how to put it all into practice in the setting of your life. This fun and practical workshop is super hands-on, super unpredictable, and best of all, led by you.

TEACHER: Anjalé Perrault

A NOTE FROM ANJALÉ: As a mother of two teenagers, I am passionate about the coming of age transition. Creating safe spaces for young women to discover, explore, and express the fullness of their unique SOUL SPARKS sets my heart on fire!

QUESTIONS:

What time of day do you feel most creative? When you first wake up? Before bed? In the middle of the day?

In what place do you feel most creative? In nature? In your bedroom? At the library? In an inspiring museum? At the skate park?

Are there any people that inspire your creativity? Do you prefer to create your own soul sparks, or do you love to collaborate with a group?

Is there anything that you can think of that you could do to dial up your creative Soul Spark? Anything from this module that feels inspiring, interesting, or exciting, that you would like to bring into your own life?

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AYURVEDA IS THE HEALING ART AND SCIENCE OF LIVING IN HARMONY WITH NATURE.

Viewing the world from an Ayurvedic lens can shed light on why certain experiences, environments, and foods bring health and happiness to some but not others. In this course, we will learn how to look at everything in life from a perspective that works with our unique constitutions. This fundamental course will teach you about the philosophies behind Yoga practice and Ayurveda, the lesser-known sister science of yoga.

TEACHER: Paras

A NOTE FROM PARAS: The experience of stepping into the world of yoga in Kerala, India left me incredibly transformed. I knew I had finally found my Dharma (life purpose). As my studies continue, so does my eagerness to teach the world what I have experienced for myself!

QUESTIONS:

Have you ever wondered why the latest diets, lifestyle choices or trends work for others but not you?

Have you ever wanted to know your unique constitution so that you can make peace and love yourself just the way your nature intended you to be?

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This course is designed to empower your use of magic in the natural world to understand and enhance your life! We will discover how the stars can influence your story, how to understand your natal chart, and how to harness planets to achieve maximum success. We will also explore the language of crystals and how their subtle vibrations can awaken the gifts that are sleeping within you. Come learn the secrets that will drive you to shine brightly and become the diamond you are meant to become!

TEACHER: Ashley Laux

A NOTE FROM ASHLEY: I am passionate about inspiring the feminine!

QUESTIONS:

None provided

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

Having a healthy understanding of our sacred anatomy strengthens our voices. Practicing ownership over our bodies and the right to consent and receive pleasure helps us to speak deep truths. In this course, we will learn about the connection of life force and sexual energy, the anatomy of the vulva, the archetypes of the menstrual cycle, and how we can use these to communicate with ourselves and follow our voice of intuition.

TEACHER: Natrishka Pather

A NOTE FROM NATRISHKA: Aloha! I am reinventing sexual education for teens, adults, and parents by removing fear, guilt, and shame from the teachings of sexuality.

QUESTIONS:

If we were all created from sexual experiences, why is this so embarrassing to talk about?

What are the three scariest things you feel or think of when you imagine yourself becoming a woman?

What are the three most fabulous, amazing things that you think of when you imagine yourself becoming a woman?

What does your period say to you? She talks to you through your emotions, sensations in your body, and reactions in your heart. 

What do you need most in the quiet time? 

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Together, we will explore your heart’s deepest desire by feeling intensely and inviting the question, “What is the biggest 'Yes' of my life?” We will learn the importance of cultivating Daily Retreat, intuition, and active listening to the "Whole Body Yes." We will feel through body sensations and bite-size guided Yoga Nidra to understand and feel the 'Yes' of our deepest desires.

TEACHER: Nikki Magic

A NOTE FROM NIKKI: When I honor my heart's desires and accomplish my goals, I honor my truth and add value to my own life and the people around and beyond me.

QUESTIONS:

The thing that I want/desire more than anything else in this world is...

Today, I am feeling...

Today, I am grateful for...

After reflecting on today I would love the opportunity to redo these unfinished moments…

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Young women wax and wane like the moon over a 28 day menstrual cycle. Your moon can be found in one of the eleven different moon centers on the body every two and a half days. As your moon center changes, so do your moods. In this course, we will map out your unique moon center grid so that you can figure out how your emotions are changing and you can take control of them and channel your creative energy.

TEACHER: Pauline Drossart

A NOTE FROM PAULINE: I am a seeker, a mother, and an artist!

QUESTIONS:

Do you understand your emotional life? 

What if you had a special grid that revealed to you how you moved through your emotions on a 28 day cycle? What would that do for you?

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In this course, you will begin to understand Energy. We will play with our Energy to cultivate it, practice "seeing" it, and experience feeling our Energy versus others'. You will learn to trust that the Energy is there and begin to use it with confidence. We will cover several types of Energy, their sources, and their uses. Focusing on Reiki, Love Energy, and Earth Based Energy, my goal is to give you a tool to help cope and heal throughout your life. This class is very hands-on, with lots of experimenting and interaction!

TEACHER: Julie Conrad

A NOTE FROM JULIE: I have the gift of seeing energy and a passion for helping others to heal, grow, and create their best life! My two daughters inspire me daily to love deeply and fuel my passion for helping young women. Watching them learn to understand energy and use it as a tool to help themselves cope with life makes my heart overflow with joy and inspires me to teach!

QUESTIONS:

If love is the vibration of healing, why are so many people sick?

Do you believe in self-healing?

How do you feel after you "give" yourself energy?  How does it affect you physically, emotionally, or spiritually?

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Bodywork has a scientific base but also needs a caring touch to align with individual needs. In this course, we will explore the benefits of massage, breath, heat, and Bodywork. We will discuss the most common trigger points and how to release them as well as anti-stress stretching techniques. Lastly, we will review the importance of ambiance in a healing session with factors like music, scent, lighting, and oils.

TEACHER: Isis Mejía

A NOTE FROM ISIS: I can’t wait to share the gift of touch with you as a tool for self-love, healing, and awareness of your body and mind!

QUESTIONS:

Where do I hold my tension? When do I realize I am tight? Which pressure is more relaxing? Which causes more release? How do I breathe in order to maximize my self-massage and stretching routine?

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This course is all about Herbs and foods for healthy skin, hair, digestion, and periods. We’ll take a look at common plants that help your body effectively process foods, clear your skin, and keep your hair and scalp healthy. We will taste tea, make yummy condiments and sip smoothies as we learn simple recipes for edible body scrubs and face masks. We will also explore Lunar rhythms in relation to our female cycles and how they affect our mood, energy, and physical well-being. We will also make lunar altars and ritual baths.

 TEACHER: Sarah Wu

A NOTE FROM SARAH: I am a big sister and a fun auntie! Young women often look up to me for guidance and confidence. I believe in the sisterhood of women of all ages and the responsibility of women to be respectful and faithful to each other’s growth and potential.

QUESTIONS:

How do you feel about yourself when you look in the mirror?

Have you ever paid attention to how you feel after you eat a meal? So some foods give you more energy or less? Do some make you feel bad? If so, how do you feel?

Do you ever notice changes in your skin, mood, or period after eating certain foods? What do those changes feel like?

Have you ever gone outside and looked at the moon? What do you see? What feelings, ideas, or inspirations come up for you?

Do you ever feel different when the moon is full or dark? Can you describe the feelings?

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

In Part 1 of this course, we will define the power of Sound and how it can positively influence your overall well-being. We’ll explore the importance of intention during a Sound Journey and how Sound resonates with different parts of the body.  Additionally, we will examine overtone instruments used in a Sound Journey like Crystal Alchemy bowls and Gongs.

In Part 2, you will get the opportunity to experience a Sound Journey. In this live experience, you will need a mat, pillow, quality headphones, and anything else you may need to lie down comfortably.

 TEACHER: Ayi Wong-Mayzel

A NOTE FROM AYI: The young women of today will be the leaders of the future as the role of women in society shifts rapidly. I am inspired to share the knowledge and tools that I have learned with them to help influence the future!

QUESTIONS:

What do you understand as healing? 

Who is the healer? You, me, or the Sound? 

How can Sound contribute to a healing process? 

What is the difference between music and Sound? 

What is high and low frequency?

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

This course includes the teachings of The People’s Practice, an integration of Kemetic and Hatha with Tao healing arts. These ancient methods employ breath, sound, and movement to still the mind and liberate the body. It is based on the foundations of the Four-Part Breath, Geometric Progression, and the remembrance of your indigenous nature. You will learn to honor your universal cultures and consciousness using Breath as a radical act of courage and strength.

TEACHER: Ghylian Bell

A NOTE FROM GHYLIAN: My work is through education and healing trauma.  I work to reclaim these indigenous practices. Part of my teaching comes from my story and inspiring others to identify theirs. The importance of remembering the story of who we are is how we tap into our energy deep within.  I learn, I teach, and I share with the hope to activate a seed of consciousness for others.

QUESTIONS:

What Is Your Super Power?

I come from the sound of…?

I come from the taste of…?

I come from the smell of…?

I come from the touch of…?

I come from the seeing of…?

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is designed to help you understand how you are uniquely and energetically wired. Human Design is a guide to understanding your soul's blueprint. We will use Human Design to tap into your intuition and learn how to make decisions that are true to you.

TEACHER: Jaclyn Shaw

A NOTE FROM JACLYN: I am passionate about working with young women in the hope that the next generation of leaders can own all of who they are and trust their intuition. Ultimately, I want to support them with powerful tools and permit them to confidently share their magic with the world.

QUESTIONS:

All girls will need to get their human design chart before we start (it's free). 

They will need birth date, birth time, birth location.

https://www.mybodygraph.com/free-bodygraph

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

Your voice is unique. You have a gift that lies inside of you. Singing in a circle  with others harnesses a sense of connection and awakens a desire for authentic self expression. 

Come join in songs and movements that will light up your heart and spark fire into your Soul!

TEACHER: Pauline Drossart

BIO: Trained as a Kundalini Yoga and Meditation teacher and half of the musical duo, Aykanna, Pauline has immersed herself in spiritual teachings for the last 20 years. Founder of Shakti School, she uniquely converges ancient feminine and indigenous teachings, shadow work, healing with sound, and quantum work in a women’s circle format.

A NOTE FROM PAULINE: I am a seeker, a mother, and an artist!

QUESTIONS:

Do you understand your emotional life? 

What if you had a special grid that revealed to you how you moved through your emotions on a 28 day cycle? What would that do for you?

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

This course introduces the foundations for maintaining daily vitality and balance. We will cover the importance of salt and water quality, cooked versus raw foods, the benefits of Rainbow Nutrition, and a brief introduction to Ayurvedic Nutrition. We will also engage with an overview of the superpower foods and build our perfect smoothies or bowls.

TEACHER: Katy

A NOTE FROM KATY: It is a great honor and privilege to help you on your journey towards optimal health and wellbeing! Healing humans and the planet is what drives me, and I hope to inspire others to spread the love!

QUESTIONS:

None Provided

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

Capoeira asks you to be a musician, a monkey, a snake, a lion, a dancer, a warrior, a family member, a scholar, and a ninja. You will use “manginga” in this course to explore all of your capabilities. We will also learn the basic foundations of Capoeira and how they can support your physical body, mindset, and personal power.

TEACHER: Natrishka Pather

A NOTE FROM NATRISHKA: Aloha! I am reinventing sexual education for teens, adults, and parents by removing fear, guilt, and shame from the teachings of sexuality.

QUESTIONS:

What restrictions have you put on yourself knowingly or unknowingly because you are a girl?

What supercharged “ Big Yesses” have you put on yourself knowingly and unknowingly because you are a girl?

What could you do today to make a girl or woman feel good about herself today?

What do you do to celebrate the awesome accomplishments and growth you are experiencing in your life?