portal: grief as medicine

a solstice ritual & shamanic journey

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grief as medicine

Grief is a portal. While it expands us, it also amplifies the depths of sorrow and joy, stretching us open and shaping us into fuller, more authentic versions of ourselves.
When we honor it and slow down to listen, it can lead us into greater presence and compassion.
On the Summer Solstice, we gather at the threshold where light meets shadow - to connect with the wisdom grief carries in our bodies and spirits. 

✨ WHO THIS IS FOR

This sacred gathering is for anyone carrying grief - recent or ancient, named or unnamed, and seeking a safe place to feel, reflect, and reconnect with themselves. 
No experience is necessary.

💛WHAT TO EXPECT

We’ll begin outside in the backyard, surrounded by nature, with grounding movement and a gentle opening ritual. From there, we’ll drop into a guided shamanic journey supported by drumming and intention.

Afterward, we’ll move inside (if needed) to journal, integrate, and share in small groups of 3—offering space to reflect and be witnessed in community.

🌿WHAT TO BRING

• Water bottle 

• Yoga mat 

• Blanket 

• Eye mask or scarf 

• Journal + pen 

• Comfortable layers 

• Sacred item for the altar (optional) – A photo, stone, flower, or object with meaning

• Snacks or grounding food (optional) 

GUIDELINES

1. Confidentiality - what’s shared here stays here

2. Please no heavy perfumes

3. Please stay at home if you’re feeling sick, unwell, “off” or think you’ve been exposed to COVID, RSV, FLU. A 100% refund or future credit will be given

4. Please arrive sober and offer yourself self-care all times

5. Although the process you’ll be led through can offer therapeutic benefits, it is not meant for healing or to substitute professional help. If further assistance is needed, please reach out to stella for a possible referral.

facilitator

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