Imbolc Playshop – are we there yet?
with Gillian Alexander…
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What an incredible time to be alive! Scotland, and the whole world, is waking up – powerful lands & people and traditions and it feels as if the whole of existence is going through birthing pains and is now engaged ready for birth …. The Celtic celebrations of the eight Sabbats forming a portal into the wisdom of the land and of the seasons ….
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At the time of Imbolc, as we mark the ebbing of winter and the coming of spring, and celebrate the returning light, you are lovingly invited to come join us in a celebration of your own potency and potential.
The word ‘Imbolc’ translates as ‘In the belly’ – it is the time when our ancestors gave thanks for making it through the cold months, and though more were to come, they could see the light and warmth and growth of spring return. This time is the time of Bride or St Brigit who is the goddess or the patron saint of the hearth; of home, warmth and the safety of the womb, as we prepare for all that will be born into this year. This is the time to hold the vision of all that you call to yourself for this year.
Using story telling, music, movement, touch & laughter we connect to our own power, the weave of sensuality, sexuality & spirituality, & explore what it means to be embodied at this time.
On Saturday 1st February 2025
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between 10.30am and 5.30pm
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£75, or £65 if paid beforehand
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To book: please contact Gillian at gillian@sacred-touch.co.uk
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♥ You will help create a sacred space in which you can relax, open, heal, reclaim and support others to do the same. You will be fully honoured and invited to participate at your own level ♥
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The workshop will be lovingly facilitated by Gillian Alexander. Gillian has been facilitating training for more than 35 years. She has facilitated the Sacred Heart Tantra Group meetings, events and organisation in Scotland since she co-founded it early in 2009. Her background is mainly in science and research, in health service facilitation and management and as a shaman, masseuse and Dakini. She is an artful solution finder, motivator and inspirer of others, leading by example in living in her passion and embodying her power. She invites you into a world where anything is possible…. .
In the evening you may be invited to a cleansing fire ceremony – contact Gillian if interested.
For further information please contact Gillian by email on gillian@sacred-touch.co.uk, or see www.sacred-touch.co.uk/events
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In praise of a previous events:
“I enjoyed the content of the workshop – the mix of movement, visualisations, creative space and paired exercises worked for me. We seemed to cover so much, but I never felt rushed to do anything. As ever, you held a beautiful space and that gives me such a feeling of safety to be with whatever comes up – thank you.” ~ Carole – Celebration of Yule 2018
“Thank you for yesterday. It was a profound experience. During the immersion, I had a deep meeting with my belly and now I appreciate its power and intelligence. Also during one of the exercises, I suddenly realised that I must relate to others using my heart and belly rather than my head!” ~ male participant (Into the Belly at Imbolc)
“Just short note to say thanks for hosting the event the other day. I found it nervous enough attending so your having the courage to host and lead such an event is quite an achievement.
I really enjoyed it , found it very helpful and am already putting some of those thoughts and insights from the day to good use. I’ll be honest I wanted to turn and run within 5 minutes of arriving but am glad I didn’t!” ~ male participant (Into the Belly at Imbolc)
“The morning session was woman only and, when you opened sacred space, I felt such a deep connection to all of the other women. I felt very honoured and safe in your Playshop and that gave me the confidence and will to explore my lack of relationship with my belly. Once I had accepted that it was safe to do so, that was when I could feel my healing beginning. I also felt that my healing and the power in my belly was helping other women – and not just those in the Playshop. It felt more universal than that. I heard myself asking ‘why have this amazing power and not use it for good’?
A wonderful morning of music, tears, laughter, speaking, listening and support – all beautifully facilitated and organized by you Gillian, thanks.” ~ female participant (Into The Belly)
“Gillian is very skilled at creating and holding a sacred space where people feel safe to go deep and share the parts of themselves that they keep hidden from the world. She was very present and caring at the workshop.” ~ female participant (Into The Belly)
