Letting Go

WELCOME A supportive, growing community for writers and readers. I organise and gently hold the space — and it’s been beautiful watching this become a regular place to focus and connect. ⸻ WHAT TO EXPECT Focused co-working for writing or reading. All levels welcome. No critiques. No pressure. No one reads your work. Arrive anytime before 6:45pm to settle in. Quiet session begins 7pm (write – short break – write). Finish around 8:30pm, optional chats after. Venue closes at 9pm — we must be fully out by then. Please pay upon ordering. ⸻ VENUE We sit in the Literacy Lounge area (far right). Food and drinks available to purchase. Wi-Fi sign-in appears automatically. Located near Angel & Highbury & Islington stations. Free street parking after 6:30pm (check signs). ⸻ ABOUT ME I create from lived experience — rooted in care, healing, and meaningful connection. I try to greet everyone, even if I can’t linger long. You are warmly welcomed. ⸻ See you soon, Sara x For full event listings: ShutUp&Write!

Come and play tabletop games of all types, roleplaying, wargames, board game or card games. Many attendees just come to hang out, rummage through the bits box or paint models with new and old friends. We're part of the Safe Space Alliance and offer a welcoming space to all genders, LGBTQ+ and people of colour. The prices are £15 (2–3 people per table) using club terrain £20 (4+ people) using club terrain £3 per person for board games, RPGs, or using your own terrain £3 suggested donation for paint and chat Payable in cash on the night. Our lovely venue, the Karamel club, normally runs a bar, and the kitchen does excellent Vegan bar food and snacks. Found our more at https://www.hate-club.org.uk/

Meet from 6pm, to start writing at 6.30, for 1 hour. We will be sitting on the side away from the river (turn left when you enter), by the big windows overlooking the bridge. The venue has a bar (but not food) and kindly asks that everyone buys a drink in return for using the space. It has free wifi and there are a few plug sockets but they're limited so best to come fully charged. There are a number of station within 10 minutes walk: Mansion House, Blackfriars, St. Pauls, Bank, Cannon St. *** Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com/)

# **Hike to Polesden Lacey Manor & Denbies Vineyard (Surrey Hills AONB)** Join us for a scenic North Downs hike following good undulating paths through woodland, heathland and meadows in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We’ll take in Polesden Lacey Manor, Ranmore Common and Denbies Vineyard before finishing with an optional pub stop near Box Hill & Westhumble Station. *** ## **🕘 Schedule & Meeting Info** **Meeting Time**: 09:10 London Victoria Station next to the information booth platform 12 **Trains:** London Victoria 09:41 → Box Hill & Westhumble, arriving 10:37 **Tickets:** Return to Box Hill & Westhumble (buy in advance or on the day) **Lunch:** Pack lunch, snacks (lunch at Polesden Lacey) **Hike Start:** 10:40 Box Hill & Westhumble Station **Hike Finish:** Around 16:30 at Box Hill & Westhumble Station Return Trains: Every 30–40 minutes 🚆 Train fare is **not included** – please purchase your own return ticket in advance or on the day. *** ## **Hike Overview** **Grade:** Beginner / Intermediate **Distance:** 18 km (12 miles) **Ascent:** 330 m **Hiking Time:** Approx 5 hours **Terrain:** Undulating paths through woodland, meadows, heathland & vineyard trails **Pace:** Social, steady **Hike Leader:** Gary – 📞 07968585224 \| 📩 golondongary@hotmail\.co\.uk *** ## **What to Bring** ✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes ✅ Waterproof jacket & layers for changing weather ✅ Packed lunch, snacks & water ✅ Train ticket / Contactless / Travelcard *** ## **What to Expect** This Turkey Burner hike explores a classic section of the **Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty**, starting near **Box Hill & Westhumble Station** and following part of the historic **North Downs Way**. The route passes through rolling chalk downland, ancient woodland and open meadows, showcasing characteristic scenery of the Mole Valley. A highlight is the approach to **Polesden Lacey**, an Edwardian country house set within landscaped gardens and parkland, offering elevated views across the surrounding hills. After lunch, the route continues along woodland tracks and quiet valleys towards **Ranmore Common**, a high ridge with panoramic views across the **North Downs**. The trail then descends into **Denbies Wine Estate**, the largest vineyard in England, with 265 acres of vines thriving on chalky, south-facing slopes. Denbies is a major regional landmark and popular visitor destination. The hike ends near **Box Hill & Westhumble Station**, making it an ideal countryside adventure for walkers travelling from London. *** ## **Stay Connected** 📱 WhatsApp: 07968585224 📩 Mailing List: [Go London](https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk/contact) 🌐 Website: [www.golondonhiking.co.uk](https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk) 🎟️ Eventbrite Page: [GO London Events](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/go-london-hiking-17576718759) 📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking 👍 Facebook Page: [Go London Adventure](https://www.facebook.com/GoLondonAdventure/) 👥 Facebook Group: [Go London Hiking](https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoLondonHiking/) 📜 **Terms & Conditions** By signing up, you agree to our full T&Cs including our cancellation and refund policy. View T&Cs. *** London hiking, hiking group London, walking group London, hiking meetups, countryside walks near London, UK hiking group, weekend hikes from London, day hikes London, public transport hikes, nature walks London, Surrey Hills hikes, North Downs Way, Polesden Lacey walk, Denbies Vineyard walk, Box Hill hikes, beginner hikes London, expat hiking group

**UPDATE FOR FEB-APRIL 2026:** For February - end of April 2026 the host of this event will be away. It will still be happening every week, but will be a self-running group. If you are a regular - please welcome any newcomers and be prepared to set the 1 hour timer. If you are a newcomer, the group is usually easy to find (the table/s with notebooks and laptops), and the bar staff know where we are if you can't spot us first time. Happy writing! **\~** Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 18:00 on Wednesday afternoons/evenings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 18:00 - Quick introductions 18:15 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 19:15 - The End: chat, take off, or keep writing OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 19:30. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at the Peckham Pelican! What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. **Other Important Details:** \- If you arrive and can't figure out who we are \(usually the table with a lot of laptops and notebooks\)\, feel free to ask the bar staff who will point you in the right direction\. \- Many of our participants found the event through other means\, so please don't be put off by a low attendance number on MeetUp\! \- The Pelican has some\, but not many\, charging points\, so make sure laptops are charged and perhaps bring a notebook just in case\. \- The WiFi is also very poor \(non\-existent\)\, but most have found that to be a good thing\. Make sure to download or turn on 'offline mode' if working on a computer\. \- Please thank our hosts by purchasing something \(The pizzas are fantastic\, and we write during happy hour \- two for one on cocktails\!\)

Our first 'class cultural trip' was really fun so I'm carrying on the series and we're going to keep exploring the British Museum. The idea is we'll meet in the cafe at the British Museum, and then choose which part of the museum we want to explore. We'll walk around it, stopping to look at things we find interesting. I'll help you with the vocabulary you need to talk about what you can see. At the end we'll go back to the cafe to summarise what we've learnt and do a little vocabulary test to see what you can remember from your visit! If you are late, don't worry too much, because we will stay in the cafe until everyone has arrived and then start exploring the museum. I hope to make 'cultural visit classes' to museums/ exhibitions/ galleries into a regular event so let me know which places you are interested in. I plan to choose places that have free entry. I need a minimum of 2 students to run this Meetup. Maximum 5 students so everyone gets a good chance to speak.

Take a pause from your busy day and join us for a 20-minute guided meditation to breathe your stress away, decompress your body and mind, centre yourself and restore your wellbeing. Leave feeling refreshed, recharged and refocused, ready to tackle the rest of your day. No experience is necessary – this free in-person meditation is open to everyone. **This is a free in-person meditation.** **If you would like to make a voluntary donation, please click** [here.](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/ "https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/") \* I consent to my submitted data being collected and stored. We will process your personal data in line with the GDPR requirements and always store it securely and use it only for the purpose for which it has been collected. We will not pass on your details to any third parties without your consent.

Circling is a present-moment relational awareness practice. We’re bringing our attention to what’s unfolding in real time, repeatedly returning to what’s happening within ourselves, between us and in the shared space of the group. We practice approaching our own experience and the experience of others with curiosity, becoming more aware of the subtleties of what is present. The emphasis is on staying in contact with your experience as it unfolds. The unfolding may be quiet and internal or it may lead to words – naming sensations, thoughts, emotions, impulses or perceptions. It might also include movement or other non-verbal expression. The idea is not to try to change what’s there, but to become more aware of what it is and how we are meeting it and relating to it in the moment. Often awareness follows expression and this is okay too. We are all swimming in the ocean of the unknown. Occasionally the whale lifts its head above the surface and we catch a glimpse – a moment of seeing something about ourselves that we hadn’t noticed before. Over time, many people find that this kind of awareness practice deepens their sense of aliveness and helps them notice patterns in how they relate to themselves and others. With ongoing practice, some people discover an increased capacity to be with themselves and others in a more conscious, grounded, flexible and responsive way – where we can experience ourselves as active participants in our lives rather than passive reactors to what is happening internally or around us. Both those new to Circling and those with more experience are very welcome. **To reserve your place, transfer £18 via my eventbrite page:** **[https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/robyn-wilford-29457876735](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/robyn-wilford-29457876735)** Any questions, please direct message me here or email: [robyncontact365@gmail.com](http://robyncontact365@gmail.com) We’ll start at 7pm (arrive from 6.50pm) and will finish at 9pm. There will be some optional hang out time after 9pm. Opposite Elephant & Castle tube and Thameslink train station, and numerous bus routes. **Facilitation and Terms of Service** This is a facilitated group practice but not group therapy and not psychotherapy. Because of my NARM background and own personal journey, I value personal choice, agency and emergent self-awareness. Participants are encouraged to stay connected to their own pace and to keep checking in with themselves throughout the practice – noticing what feels supportive, what feels like too much, and what they may need in any moment. There’s no expectation to be vulnerable or to share anything that feels too personal or emotional and you are always welcome to speak, remain silent, pause, step back and take a break, leave or ask for what you want, including asking for support. Participants are also invited to respect one another’s pace and boundaries. The intention of my Circling leadership is to support myself and people in staying present with their experience while in relationship with others, and to develop greater awareness of how they are meeting that experience. Having said that, like solo meditation, it’s normal that we will all repeatedly lose presence and Circling can sometimes evoke strong emotions or reactions in people which can be difficult for them and challenging for others in the space to navigate. If you find the prospect of this potentially destabilising or overwhelming, or if you are currently experiencing significant emotional distress or instability in your life that might be exacerbated by this type of group environment, or if you are unsure you’ll be able to take care of yourself and ensure the practice works for you, then please contact me before registering so we can discuss further. By registering you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the above.

Join us for a unique, small gathering of just 12 people for a 90 minute experience in a tea room with a tea ceremony - meditative and beautiful ritual inspired by Tao and Zen. Sitting on the cushions on the floor we will slowly drink earthy tea, allowing the ceremonial drink to take us to the dimension of it's profound energy, and through the delicate sensory stimulation, we will try to explore it's ephemeral presence and a perception of ourselves. Brought to Japan by Buddhist monks, the process of preparing, brewing, and serving tea was developed and practiced to perfection. Just like martial arts, the repetition of the ritual is said to **bring mindfulness,** **harmony, and peace**. The tea ceremony is packed with the philosophy of Zen Buddhism. **About the Tea Ceremony** During the tea sessions we sit on the floor and drink exceptional oolong, pu-erh, white or green tea, slowly and mindfully, fully present to the smell, taste, touch, present to all we hear, all we see, feel and sense, and through this presence to the senses we stop the chatter of our busy minds, we stop thinking for a moment about the future or the past, we experience and live the actual moment, we observe and notice the beauty in the simplest things around us, fully satisfying ourselves through just being in the space in stillness, present to 'here' and 'now’. We'd love to have you join us for a tea ceremony. Tea is more than just a beverage for us—it's a practice and a way of life. We're in love with art and practice of tea, and we're excited to share it with everyone. During the tea ceremony, you can simply relax, enjoy the rituals, and savor the wonderful flavors of tea. This practice also helps us slow down and be more aware of each moment, allowing us to connect with ourselves and appreciate the hidden beauty within every cup of tea. LIMITED SPACE TO 12 SOULS ONLY **Kat Bumbul** Kat is an experienced sound healer (15 years), working with gongs, old Himalayan singing bowls, drums and her unique voice, also a ritualistic tea artist, creating tea meditations inspired by Chinese and Japanese ceremonies and Taoist and Zen philosophy. Kat studies and practices Siberian shamanism, Kashmiri shaiva tantra, mahamudra and Dao Yin Shu. [[www.soundmysterium.com](http://www.soundmysterium.com/)] **LOCATION** St Augustine's Tower, Hackney *London E8 1HT, United Kingdom* **SCHEDULE** 7:00pm - 7:15pm - Arrive for Tea Ceremony 7:15pm - 8:45pm - Tea Ceremony (Will start on time - please don't be late) 8:45pm + After thoughts **Total Cost** Cost for the Meetup session is £35 ONLY [https://buy.stripe.com/bIY8wZ4hu0uE1r28zi](https://buy.stripe.com/bIY8wZ4hu0uE1r28zi) If you can make the payment to guarantee spot: Or message me for bank transfer if you prefer We have a maximum of just **12 X Spots** for this one

**April is Stress Awareness Month** For most of us, our stress levels are at an all-time high. In the short term, stress may appear to get things done but in the long term it takes a toll on our well-being. So, stop the stress. If you can’t, then stress less and relax more. Because relaxation isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity if you want to stay healthy and effective. This session explores strategies on how to: * take control of your stress * use stress to guide you back to wellbeing * relax, unwind and stay calm **This is a free 60-minute in-person seminar.** **If you would like to make a voluntary donation, please click** [here.](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/ "https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/") \* I consent to my submitted data being collected and stored. We will process your personal data in line with the GDPR requirements and always store it securely and use it only for the purpose for which it has been collected. We will not pass on your details to any third parties without your consent.

Time to get back to fitness! Another opportunity to get the best benefits from the ballet workout! Barre workout, Pilates, Stretching & Body Conditioning - a perfect combination to create the best body, posture & confidence! A unique combination of ballet exercises, Pilates, stretching and motivational techniques. It’s a high energy class targeted at developing a great posture, sculpting a dancer like waistline, bottom and shaping slim legs. The exercise program is based on building deep, lean and flexible muscle strength, helping to overcome any joint pains, including knee, shoulder or back, as well as creating a great physique. For those that already have some knowledge of ballet, or dance and classes which require coordination. To teach at out event we are inviting a former international ballet pro to show the elements of Ballet, Pilates, Stretching, to develop a core strength, flexibility and a great posture, as well as mentally linking muscle memory, so the gains on posture are immediate and easily remembered. You will need to bring a smile, some water and wear comfortable exercise cloths. The class will be 60 minutes which should be more than enough to get those muscles worked & conditioned. The fee for the event : £28.- For more information about the training provider: http://www.balletbodysculpture.com http://www.balletbodysculpture.com/ballet-classes-london.html

🌟 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳, 𝗝𝗼𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 🌟 Are you ready to release what no longer serves you and reconnect with your true, authentic self? Shamanic Breathwork is a powerful and transformative practice that blends ancient wisdom with modern techniques, helping you access deep healing, emotional release, and spiritual awakening. "𝘈 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘶𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘸 💜" "𝘐 𝘢𝘮 𝘥𝘦𝘦𝘱𝘭𝘺 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘧𝘶𝘭. 𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 + 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘢 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘶𝘱𝘰𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘯 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘮𝘺 𝘴𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘦!" "𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘵𝘰𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘳. 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺. 𝘐𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭-𝘣𝘰𝘥𝘺 𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴. 𝘐’𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘦'𝘴 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘤 𝘉𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦." 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼: ➤ Release stress and trapped emotions - feel lighter and more at ease ➤ Reconnect with your body - open up to more self-awareness, pleasure and deeper sensations ➤ Reclaim your authentic self - shed old beliefs, heal past wounds and find greater self-love ➤ Experience otherworldly journeys - through altered states of consciousness, connecting with ancestors, past lives, or higher powers ➤ Discover more joy, connection, and pleasure - become more present and increase your capacity for joy, pleasure, and even better lovemaking! [>> 𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘 £25-45 <<](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thesecurefeminine/1474751/r/mtup3) 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸®? Shamanic Breathwork® is a powerful form of conscious connected breathing, built upon the foundations of Integrative, Holotropic, and Rebirthing breathwork, along with the wisdom teachings and transmissions of Yeh-Weh-Node and Twylah Nitsch ("Grandma Twylah") of the Wolf Clan. 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Some of the experiences people report include: 💫 Divine bliss states 💫 Rebirth experiences 💫 Life reviews and insights from past lives 💫 Deep emotional purging—grief, anxiety, rage, etc. 💫 Otherworldly journeys guided by spirit 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗶𝗳: 💜 You’re seeking greater meaning in life—whether you’re looking to deepen connections, find more joy, access more sexual pleasure, or heal past trauma 💜 You’re ready to embody your emotions—this journey will help you connect to your heart, body, and soul, and release anything that’s blocking your path to emotional freedom and self-acceptance 💜 You desire your big, beautiful heart to feel more seen! Release defences, heal triggers, and connect with more of your softness, compassion, and self-kindness 💜 You’re a complete beginner or a seasoned breather—no prior experience is needed, and you can go as deep or as gentle as you like 𝘔𝘦𝘯, 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘠𝘖𝘜 𝘛𝘰𝘰! In this space, you’ll be able to embrace your emotions, break free from outdated stereotypes, and experience healing that helps you connect with your heart, body, and mind. This is the space to learn to balance your inner masculine and feminine: the doing and the being, the presence and the flow, the groundedness and the chaos. All of you is welcome here! [>> 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗘 £25-45 <<](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thesecurefeminine/1474751/r/mtup3) ❤️ 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 ❤️ ★ Improves digestion ★ Detoxifies body ★ Boosts immune system ★ Reduces anxiety and stress ★ Releases past trauma ★ Balances nervous system ★ Aides relaxation and restful sleep ★ Improves clarity and focus ★ Helps you feel more connected to yourself and others ★ Connects you to your higher self, wise elder and inner healer 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽? ➤ Intimate venue (max 8 breathers) and supportive group energy to support your process ➤ Time and space to share, reflect, and integrate your journey ➤ Deeply held and inclusive space by an experienced facilitator ➤ Freedom to fully express yourself and make as much noise as you need in a judgement-free zone ➤ Transformation for body, mind, and soul 💬 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 💬 "𝘉𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘧𝘦𝘸 𝘵𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘴 𝘐 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘮𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘺 𝘣𝘰𝘥𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴. 𝘐𝘵'𝘴 𝘢 𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘥 𝘣𝘶𝘵, 𝘣𝘪𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘣𝘪𝘵, 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘢𝘴 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 - 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘶𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴 𝘸𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘦𝘵 𝘨𝘰 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴, 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥, 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘦'𝘴 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴. 𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘴 𝘢 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘮 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘪𝘯 𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘺 𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺. 𝘐 𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘰𝘺𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘐 𝘱𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘺 𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘰𝘯 𝘱𝘢𝘱𝘦𝘳; 𝘐 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘸 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐 𝘴𝘢𝘸 𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦. 𝘐𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ [>> 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 £25-45 <<](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thesecurefeminine/1474751/r/mtup3) 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 Natalie is a trauma-aware Shamanic Breathwork Facilitator, Emotional Release Practitioner and Empowerment Mindset Coach (amongst many other mind-body-soul healing and empowerment modalities). My passion is supporting you to claim your power, embody your sovereignty, and regulate your nervous system so you can feel deeply secure, fulfilled, and connected in all your relationships. My work combines trauma-informed embodiment practices with powerful mindset work to help you quickly and effectively clear emotional triggers and return authenticity, integrity and power. My clients report elevated self-worth, greater emotional security, and the ability to stay in integrity even under challenging circumstances. My events are known for creating a safe, supportive and shame-free environment for you to be your fullest self. [Learn more about my work](https://linktr.ee/thesecurefeminine) [>> 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 -- 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 <<](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thesecurefeminine/1474751/r/mtup3)

A gentle 40-minute online session to support rest, awareness, and reconnection through breath and simple embodied practice. **I’m offering two free online Reconnect sessions in April and May, with optional donations, to continue sharing this practice during a busy performance period. Please register your place [HERE](https://reconnect202604.eventbrite.co.uk).** ### 🌸 What to Expect Each session includes a short check-in, followed by guided abdominal breathing, grounding exercises, and simple mindful movement, with space to gently return to yourself. We’ll close with a brief check-out. The previous in-person sessions have been heartwarming, thoughtful, and powerful, and the feedback from the session in March makes me feel it's important to keep opening up a space, however small. Where we can slow down and listen inward. This is a quiet, supportive space. You don’t need any experience, just a willingness to pause and be with yourself for a moment. #### *What to prepare:* A quiet space, comfortable clothing, and the option to sit or lie down. A bottle of water and a space where you can move your arms freely.**

Join us at the top of the biggest bookshop in Europe to work in company on your own writing, be it a book, blog, screenplay, dissertation, poem, song, coursework, memoir, play, journal, travel writing, work stuff or anything else. Newcomers always welcome. No one will see what you're writing or give you unsolicited advice. Now that our regular Saturday events are filling all the seats we're adding some Sundays when we're able to - check Meetup for dates. Same format but an hour later. WHERE? FIFTH FLOOR CAFÉ, Floor 5, Waterstones, 203-206 Piccadilly, W1J 9LE TIMINGS:- 12.00 - Shop and café open 12:30 - Host will be there. Say hello, especially if you’re new. 12.40 - Brief introductions from everybody - your name and what you’re working on 12:45 - Timer starts: write for 45 minutes 13:30 – Break, chat to your neighbours if you like 13:45 - Timer starts: write for 45 minutes 14:30 - The End…feel free to stay and keep writing or chat some more. Bring whatever you need to be able to write. It’s a café, there’s some noise so earbuds/headphones/earplugs are handy. There’s very few mains sockets so charged-up laptops are a good idea too. And please remember everybody, thank our venue by buying a drink or food, and don’t consume anything from outside while you're here. We’re looking forward to writing with you, your hosts, Sarah, Nick, Laura, Anna, Solitaire and John

The emotional pain from past bad experiences easily lingers in the present, making it hard to enjoy life and create your future. Even when you think you've moved on, the negative emotions can be triggered, sending you back into the pain of that experience. And we are talking about pain; emotions such as grief, depression, anxiety, fear (or terror), boiling anger, simmering resentment, feelings of shame, blaming and regret can leave you incapacitated to a greater or lesser degree. In this local event we will be discussing the reasons why these past bad experiences have the power to affect you long after they occurred. We'll go over why the emotional pain can be so strong. We'll also discuss some simple solutions to overcome your emotional pain and be free to fully enjoy your life again. Examples of painful experiences include: * A broken relationship or divorce. * Death or loss of a loved one. * Death of a pet. * A sudden shock or bad news. * A betrayal. * Being part of an abusive relationship. * A bad injustice. * Loss of a job, position or business. * A grave illness or injury. The negative emotions from these experiences don't just go away on their own. But the good news is there is a way to clear them out of your way. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored the Dianetics & Scientology Self-Improvement Center.

The emotional pain from past bad experiences easily lingers in the present, making it hard to enjoy life and create your future. Even when you think you've moved on, the negative emotions can be triggered, sending you back into the pain of that experience. And we are talking about pain; emotions such as grief, depression, anxiety, fear (or terror), boiling anger, simmering resentment, feelings of shame, blaming and regret can leave you incapacitated to a greater or lesser degree. In this local event we will be discussing the reasons why these past bad experiences have the power to affect you long after they occurred. We'll go over why the emotional pain can be so strong. We'll also discuss some simple solutions to overcome your emotional pain and be free to fully enjoy your life again. Examples of painful experiences include: * A broken relationship or divorce. * Death or loss of a loved one. * Death of a pet. * A sudden shock or bad news. * A betrayal. * Being part of an abusive relationship. * A bad injustice. * Loss of a job, position or business. * A grave illness or injury. The negative emotions from these experiences don't just go away on their own. But the good news is there is a way to clear them out of your way. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored the Dianetics & Scientology Self-Improvement Center.

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

This is an in-person meeting. Did you know that unwanted emotions like loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, anger, fear, anxiety, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not chemical imbalance in your brain due to some nebulous chemical reactions by chance. Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you. The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life. For instance, let's say you are already carrying a huge load on your back, then you cannot take on much more, but, let's say something else happens to you, such as the difficulties from the Pandemic, then the resultant combined weight on you can take you over the edge, kind of like the straw that break the camel's back. When this happens, people's attention usually goes to the straw that was added, but actually the majority of the weight had come from the huge load that were already there, holding a person down and causing a person issues. So how do you remove the huge load that was already there? How do you lighten them up? Is it possible to get rid of them? That is what this meeting will be all about. Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.