Discover. Alchemize. Integrate.℠

Humanizing Fear with Somatic Intelligence: A Leadership Proposition

Pasadena, CA | January 30 | 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

A one-day workshop to explore and transform the paralyzation of fear to empowerment.

Workshop schedule*

Morning Schedule: Foundation & Exploration

  • Discover Somatic Intelligence: Participants learn practical techniques to discover and process emotion within the body and regulate the nervous system.
  • Play with Courage & Joy: Participants practice somatic techniques with the resilient emotions of courage and joy. We prepare the ground for the afternoon session.

Community Lunch: A shared meal is provided to build community and cultivate peer support in a caring environment.

Afternoon Schedule: Transformation & Integration

  • Identify Fears:  Participants identify 1-2 personal fears to work with.
  • Alchemize Fear to Empowerment: Participants engage in guided somatic practices to process fear and the underlying power within. Then move toward grounded, intentional action.
  • Integrate: Participants make conscious connections of their process through guided reflection.‍
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*Please know we are rescheduling the September workshop date to January of 2027. Please inquire for more information and updates. We look forward to seeing you!

Creating space for connection, community and belonging.

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Workshop Lead By

Dr.

 

Mary J. Lomax Ghirarduzzi

Leader Details

An award-winning author, professor, and higher education leader specializing in communication, intercultural development and social justice education. A trained soprano using voice and song methods for liberation and conscious leadership.

Melissa Kite

Leader Details

Interior Designer, Astrologer, and Meditation Teacher, Melissa guides individuals, families, and groups to create the inner space and outer place we call HOME. Her background as a professional dancer and actor informs her somatic approach to helping clients discover where true belonging resides.

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