Women & Wolves 2020:
Embodied Emotion Series
Fear and Freedom Program
Fear, a familiar feeling in her body, tingling, alert.
She assesses the situation, muscles tensed, eyes wide, ears open and flexed.
The sensation of paw to earth comforts, as each particle of dirt supports and anchors the pads that instinctively seek grounding.
The wolf holds both truths with ease, that of fear, and that of comfort.
She is on guard and soothed at the same time.
Fear is not her foe, but rather her survival.
Our 2020 Women & Wolves: Embodied Emotion series will begin on June 6th from 3pm to 9pm with a spring program honoring the legacy of Maggie, a wolf who invited many a human to see their inner world mirrored in her experience, and who continues to teach us about fear, freedom, and the courage to open our hearts.
We hope you will join us on a day-long journey of honoring our fear, survival, and the wisdom of our embodied emotions by embracing the lessons of the wolf, deep within the high desert of Angeles National Forest.
PHOTO CREDIT: Timothi Graham
Wolf Connection’s Women & Wolves program series began in 2017. This year, we expand on 2019’s theme of Embodied Wisdom to focus on the power of our primal emotions as women – the importance of our fire, our feelings, and even our fears. We will explore our own instincts and connection to the Earth, while being witnessed by the wolf pack. What is the truth that each of us already embodies? Can we too hold fear and soothing as one, in the sacred way of the wolf?
PHOTO CREDIT: Timothi Graham
This session is open to people over the age of 18 who are serious about exploring their personal journey and growth. You will be encouraged to listen from the heart, speak from the heart, illuminate only the heart of the matter and at times, to be in silence with your heart.
The retreat will include meditation, exploration of self and community, creative expression, hiking and connecting with the wolves, a shared meal and sacred ceremony.
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!
PHOTO CREDIT: Timothi Graham
NOTE: Use of drugs or alcohol is not permitted on Wolf Connection property. Smoking restricted to certain areas.
PLEASE NOTE:
The program will begin at 4pm on Saturday, September 19th. We will NOT make accommodations for late arrivals as it will disrupt the group process. Gates will close at 4:15pm. Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes early to park and get situated, AND to ensure entry before gate closing time.
We welcome those with physical limitations to contact us in advance so we can explore accommodations given our location and terrain.
*COVID-19: We will follow all guidelines recommended by the CDC at the time of the event. Also no tickets are refundable, but you can transfer the amount to any event or program or use for any merchandise in our store.*
Location: Wolf Connection Ranch Acton, CA.
PRICE:
Early Bird Special until September 4th
$225
From September 5th - September 17th
$250
(Due to the nature of this event, only adults 18+ are permitted to attend)
Facilitator: Amanda Beer PhD, Director of Programs for Wolf Connection
Amanda is a licensed psychologist, educator and, at Wolf Connection, she collaborates with the wolf pack and human program team to facilitate powerful opportunities for awareness, connection, healing and growth. Amanda’s scholarly and applied work has focused on issues of oppression and empowerment, awareness and mindfulness practice, and group facilitation.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this workshop, including ideas, techniques, and other materials, is educational in nature and is not medical or psychological advice. By registering for this workshop, you are not entering a therapeutic relationship with Amanda Beer or any staff member at Wolf Connection, but rather taking responsibility for your personal experience and application of empowerment tools offered.
PHOTO CREDIT: Timothi Graham
Facilitator: Micha Thomas, Program Lead for Wolf Connection
Micha is an Associate Marriage & Family therapist, certified coach, creative director, and founder of international organization weREWILD, a research-based psychological, anthropological, and story-centered resource, emphasizing therapeutic engagement with the natural world. Micha holds a masters degree in counseling psychology, with an emphasis on depth psychology, from Pacifica Graduate University. Micha pulls from her years of leading teams within the entertainment industry and non-profit sector as well as personal experiences to lovingly collaborate with the human program team and wolves at Wolf Connection as well as the participants.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this workshop, including ideas, techniques, and other materials, is educational in nature and is not medical or psychological advice. By registering for this workshop, you are not entering a therapeutic relationship with Amanda Beer or any staff member at Wolf Connection, but rather taking responsibility for your personal experience and application of empowerment tools offered.