Sage Entwined Sacred Journey: Women's Circle ~ September Gathering ~ The Danger of Ignoring the Darkness

I welcome you to into a nurturing circle of women gathered to share from the heart in sacred space.

This beautiful circle we are going to talk about the danger of ignoring the darkness. We have spoken in circle several times now about shadow work and how ignoring parts of ourselves can turn those parts into things we fear about ourselves that ultimately start to control us. This is also true of our thoughts. Within the new age community there are a lot of people that believe that to be spiritual you need to be eternally positive. And while I agree it's helpful to our mental wellbeing to regularly exercise gratitude and maintain hope, I don't think that it is helpful for us to ignore the reality around us. Sometimes life is hard and sometimes our feelings are overwhelmingly sad, or angry or whatever other uncomfortable feeling comes up within you. During this circle I want to talk about how it is ok to acknowledge our very human experience, in the full spectrum of emotion without gaslighting ourselves into thinking it's not useful to acknowledge and process the hard stuff. I will say that what we are going to be talking about is definitely not rumination, which is a whole other topic by itself, but rather honouring that we are not only how we choose to respond to the wonderful things that happen to and for us, but also the hard and sad things and how we choose to respond to them. You've probably guessed it, but self compassion is a vital ingredient to this process too!

So much love, sisters!

On arrival I offer grounding and clearing with smoke cleansing and when I feel called to, drumming as well. After circle has been opened we will sink into our sacred space through a guided meditation, fully calling ourselves to be present in this space. During this circle there will be an intimate sharing element where the talking stick will be passed around allowing each woman to be held as she shares her truth. In this space we listen with open ears and open hearts, without trying to move or fade the pain of another woman with advice, allowing for release and healing in being truly seen. Our gatherings also include each bringing a plate of food to add to our shared feast at supper. What is shared in our sacred space, stays in our sacred space. Please bring a plate of food, a water bottle, a cushion and a shawl/blanket to make yourself comfortable. There are cushions and small blankets at the venue if you forget though. With an open heart, all women are accepted and maidens from 10 are also invited into this sacred space. Babes in arms are welcome in circle. No refunds are issued.

Women have gathered in sacred space longer than they have not. For many of us though, this has not been a part of our journeys. Sacred Sisterhood is reawakening in the hearts of women all over the world. For thousands of years we have gathered in circle to tell our stories, share our wisdom and pass on the history of our ancestors. I warmly invite you to this sacred space for authentic connection with like-minded sisters, bringing yourself back into your true self, remembering our soul's true purpose and the blessing of true heart kinship.

My name is Angie and I have created Sage Entwined as a way of following my heart and purpose, while giving of myself in service to the women of my community. My vision for Sage Entwined Sacred Journey: Women's Circle is for all the sisters that attend to rise together in harmony and purpose. To create true community through collaboration and sharing. And to be empowered in sharing wisdom and receiving it. The ripples of the magic we create in this sacred and intentional space is felt far in wide in our worlds. We are the change in the world, sisters.If you have any questions please email me at sageentwined@gmail.com. I am looking forward to seeing you at circle. Blessings, Sisters.

Angie