Join us for a grounding, creative start to your weekend with a beautiful art journaling and tea meditation workshop with Sierra Truong from The Grounded Circle.

What to expect

Sierra will begin with an introduction to the practices of art journaling and tea meditation, and share a little about her own personal experience with burnout during her time balancing work stress with selfless service activities and how drawing and art journaling helped her reconnect with herself during this time.

Then she'll guide us through a creative and fun art journaling practice, specifically designed for those who are feeling the effects of burnout and intense stress. After this, you are welcome to leave if you need to get to work. Otherwise, for those who are able to stay until the end, Sierra will lead us through a tea ceremony and guided meditation.

Expect a safe, calm and grounding space where there is no pressure to be 'good' or do things well, but simply to be and to create! You'll likely leave the session feeling calm, connected and joyful.

What to bring
A drink bottle (there is a sink to refill your water bottle), comfortable clothes and any extra pillows/cushions (the community centre provides some, but there may not be enough for everyone). The tea, teaware and art supplies will all be provided.

Inclusivity & accessibility

We are an inclusive community and strive to make our events as inclusive as possible for everyone who attends. You can read our community guidelines here. If you have accessibility needs, please speak to us about how we can make this work for you.

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About Sierra

Sierra Truong is the artist and meditation teacher behind Inner Beauty By Sierra and The Grounded Circle. With Inner Beauty by Sierra, she inspires others to tap into their inner beauty so they can live their most authentic and abundant lives. The Grounded Circle is a community to support our daily grounding practices, to bring our heart, mind and soul together to create the our most passionate and purposeful lives through regular tea meditation, art and self-expression workshops in Auckland Central.

Find out more about Sierra here.

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About Project Sunrise
Project Sunrise is a community created by three friends (Clarissa Hirst, Floriane Caillot and Pete Whittaker) designed to support professionals and business owners navigating burnout and mental health struggles. We run events around Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland most Friday mornings, ranging from free walks to mindfulness workshops and gentle exercises, all in a pitch-free, no-expectation environment. You can join our WhatsApp group to find out what's coming up and connect with others in the community.

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Community Disclaimer

This event is intended to foster conversation, connection, and awareness around mental health topics within our community. However, it is important to note that this event is not a professional counselling or therapy service, nor does it replace professional mental health care.

If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health concerns, distress, or crisis, we strongly encourage you to seek support from a licensed mental health professional. In cases of emergency or immediate danger, please seek immediate help by calling emergency services on 111 or a crisis helpline. Details are listed below:

In an emergency or immediate danger - call 111 or go to your nearest ED

Talk to your local Mental Health Crisis Team (CATT Team). In Auckland these are as follows:
Waitematã (Wellsford to North Shore): (09) 486 8900
Henderson: (09) 822 8501
Rodney: (09) 427 0360
Auckland City: 0800 800 717
Counties Manukau (South Auckland to Te Kauwhata): 09 261 3700

Free nationwide counselling services with the Mental Health Foundation - Free call or text 1737

Or visit https://mentalhealth.org.nz/he... for more options.

Thank you for being part of this conversation and supporting mental health awareness.