
In-Person Connection Practice: Art
Hands-on expressive art combined with structured deep-listening practice using sanitized or personal colored pencils and markers; participants engage in guided, no-advice conversations to cultivate authentic connection and stronger interpersonal listening skills.
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Hands on colored pencil and marker drawing paired with guided listening exercises to deepen interpersonal connection; meetings prioritize authentic sharing, a strict no advice rule, and sanitized supplies or bring your own materials.

Hands on colored pencil and marker drawing paired with guided listening exercises to deepen interpersonal connection; meetings prioritize authentic sharing, a strict no advice rule, and sanitized supplies or bring your own materials.
Hands on colored pencil and marker drawing paired with guided listening exercises to deepen interpersonal connection; meetings prioritize authentic sharing, a strict no advice rule, and sanitized supplies or bring your own materials.

Gentle facilitated circle practicing deep listening and candid emotional sharing with timed exercises and a strict no-advice rule to cultivate genuine human connection in a calm, supportive group setting.

Gentle facilitated circle practicing deep listening and candid emotional sharing with timed exercises and a strict no-advice rule to cultivate genuine human connection in a calm, supportive group setting.
Gentle facilitated circle practicing deep listening and candid emotional sharing with timed exercises and a strict no-advice rule to cultivate genuine human connection in a calm, supportive group setting.

Guided group practice in attentive listening and connection, using timed exercises led by a seeker facilitator with a volunteer 'Space Owl'; conversations welcome on any topic under a strict non-advice covenant to foster genuine presence.

Guided group practice in attentive listening and connection, using timed exercises led by a seeker facilitator with a volunteer 'Space Owl'; conversations welcome on any topic under a strict non-advice covenant to foster genuine presence.
Guided group practice in attentive listening and connection, using timed exercises led by a seeker facilitator with a volunteer 'Space Owl'; conversations welcome on any topic under a strict non-advice covenant to foster genuine presence.

Facilitator-led, time‑managed listening exercises that build deep interpersonal skills and emotional closeness, practiced in a healing-center setting with a strict no-advice rule; a rotating facilitator and 'Space Owl' steward guide sessions.

Facilitator-led, time‑managed listening exercises that build deep interpersonal skills and emotional closeness, practiced in a healing-center setting with a strict no-advice rule; a rotating facilitator and 'Space Owl' steward guide sessions.
Facilitator-led, time‑managed listening exercises that build deep interpersonal skills and emotional closeness, practiced in a healing-center setting with a strict no-advice rule; a rotating facilitator and 'Space Owl' steward guide sessions.

Open-door Monday drop-in for casual peer connection with a scheduled Connection Practice from 10:30–12:00 and hosts holding space through 10:00–4:00 pm; bring a book, laptop, or a cup of coffee.

Open-door Monday drop-in for casual peer connection with a scheduled Connection Practice from 10:30–12:00 and hosts holding space through 10:00–4:00 pm; bring a book, laptop, or a cup of coffee.
Open-door Monday drop-in for casual peer connection with a scheduled Connection Practice from 10:30–12:00 and hosts holding space through 10:00–4:00 pm; bring a book, laptop, or a cup of coffee.

Gentle, guided mindful art practice held biweekly on Sunday mornings online, using quiet, intuitive mark making and contemplative prompts to rest the body, calm the mind, and reconnect with personal longings and gifts.

Gentle, guided mindful art practice held biweekly on Sunday mornings online, using quiet, intuitive mark making and contemplative prompts to rest the body, calm the mind, and reconnect with personal longings and gifts.
Gentle, guided mindful art practice held biweekly on Sunday mornings online, using quiet, intuitive mark making and contemplative prompts to rest the body, calm the mind, and reconnect with personal longings and gifts.

Playful, low-pressure collage workshop using 5x8 cards, scissors, glue, and found images to build a personalized SoulCollage® deck, with guided journaling, card-sharing, and gentle card consultations for self-inquiry.

Playful, low-pressure collage workshop using 5x8 cards, scissors, glue, and found images to build a personalized SoulCollage® deck, with guided journaling, card-sharing, and gentle card consultations for self-inquiry.
Playful, low-pressure collage workshop using 5x8 cards, scissors, glue, and found images to build a personalized SoulCollage® deck, with guided journaling, card-sharing, and gentle card consultations for self-inquiry.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Facilitated community conversation exploring meaning making amid hardship, combining reflective exercises, personal storytelling, and practical coping strategies to foster resilience and connection at a neighborhood community center.
Facilitated community conversation exploring meaning making amid hardship, combining reflective exercises, personal storytelling, and practical coping strategies to foster resilience and connection at a neighborhood community center.
Facilitated community conversation exploring meaning making amid hardship, combining reflective exercises, personal storytelling, and practical coping strategies to foster resilience and connection at a neighborhood community center.

Guided partner and small group exercises in authentic relating and conversation skills to ditch small talk, deepen emotional presence, and practice vulnerability; tailored for singles seeking meaningful romantic connections in a supportive workshop setting.

Guided partner and small group exercises in authentic relating and conversation skills to ditch small talk, deepen emotional presence, and practice vulnerability; tailored for singles seeking meaningful romantic connections in a supportive workshop setting.
Guided partner and small group exercises in authentic relating and conversation skills to ditch small talk, deepen emotional presence, and practice vulnerability; tailored for singles seeking meaningful romantic connections in a supportive workshop setting.

Hands on SoulCollage workshop exploring intuitive card readings, collage prompts, and guided journaling to access inner wisdom. Small group format with step by step reading methods; energetic exchange $15 or pay what you can.

Hands on SoulCollage workshop exploring intuitive card readings, collage prompts, and guided journaling to access inner wisdom. Small group format with step by step reading methods; energetic exchange $15 or pay what you can.
Hands on SoulCollage workshop exploring intuitive card readings, collage prompts, and guided journaling to access inner wisdom. Small group format with step by step reading methods; energetic exchange $15 or pay what you can.

Gentle spiritual practice and peer-support circle blending guided meditation, breath-work, and meditative movement for seekers. Facilitated discussion fosters coping strategies, contemplative tools, and community connection in a wellness center setting.

Gentle spiritual practice and peer-support circle blending guided meditation, breath-work, and meditative movement for seekers. Facilitated discussion fosters coping strategies, contemplative tools, and community connection in a wellness center setting.
Gentle spiritual practice and peer-support circle blending guided meditation, breath-work, and meditative movement for seekers. Facilitated discussion fosters coping strategies, contemplative tools, and community connection in a wellness center setting.

Guided community circle of courageous conversations for racial healing and anti racism practice at a spiritual center, using facilitated listening, personal storytelling, and communal commitments to build trust across differences.

Guided community circle of courageous conversations for racial healing and anti racism practice at a spiritual center, using facilitated listening, personal storytelling, and communal commitments to build trust across differences.
Guided community circle of courageous conversations for racial healing and anti racism practice at a spiritual center, using facilitated listening, personal storytelling, and communal commitments to build trust across differences.
Soul soothing soup and collaborative art making foster gentle community care, with NAMI and JFS facilitators offering mental health resources, peer support, and referrals; free admission and welcoming atmosphere.
Soul soothing soup and collaborative art making foster gentle community care, with NAMI and JFS facilitators offering mental health resources, peer support, and referrals; free admission and welcoming atmosphere.
Soul soothing soup and collaborative art making foster gentle community care, with NAMI and JFS facilitators offering mental health resources, peer support, and referrals; free admission and welcoming atmosphere.

Deep somatic sensory immersion to recalibrate the nervous system through guided grounding, breathwork, and mindful body awareness. Trauma-informed facilitators lead experiential practices to reconnect sensation and movement for stress regulation and present moment embodiment.

Deep somatic sensory immersion to recalibrate the nervous system through guided grounding, breathwork, and mindful body awareness. Trauma-informed facilitators lead experiential practices to reconnect sensation and movement for stress regulation and present moment embodiment.
Deep somatic sensory immersion to recalibrate the nervous system through guided grounding, breathwork, and mindful body awareness. Trauma-informed facilitators lead experiential practices to reconnect sensation and movement for stress regulation and present moment embodiment.

Trauma-informed, judgment-free virtual listening circle for communal healing and reflective connection; facilitated sharing helps participants reset, process emotions, and build supportive bonds through attentive listening and guided prompts.

Trauma-informed, judgment-free virtual listening circle for communal healing and reflective connection; facilitated sharing helps participants reset, process emotions, and build supportive bonds through attentive listening and guided prompts.
Trauma-informed, judgment-free virtual listening circle for communal healing and reflective connection; facilitated sharing helps participants reset, process emotions, and build supportive bonds through attentive listening and guided prompts.

Gentle guided journaling and meditation practices for songwriters and artists to drop beneath the busy surface mind, listen for the shy inner voice, and nurture emergent melodies and lyrics in a small group forum.

Gentle guided journaling and meditation practices for songwriters and artists to drop beneath the busy surface mind, listen for the shy inner voice, and nurture emergent melodies and lyrics in a small group forum.
Gentle guided journaling and meditation practices for songwriters and artists to drop beneath the busy surface mind, listen for the shy inner voice, and nurture emergent melodies and lyrics in a small group forum.

Quiet guided meditation and journaling exercises coax out lyric ideas and the 'shy inner voice' for song-focused creativity, with listening practices and writing prompts in a small studio forum for artists.

Quiet guided meditation and journaling exercises coax out lyric ideas and the 'shy inner voice' for song-focused creativity, with listening practices and writing prompts in a small studio forum for artists.
Quiet guided meditation and journaling exercises coax out lyric ideas and the 'shy inner voice' for song-focused creativity, with listening practices and writing prompts in a small studio forum for artists.

Community gathering of intuitive practitioners offering tarot readings, energy healing, and informal guidance in a relaxed, welcoming storefront for drop-in connection, skill-sharing, and spiritual recharge.

Community gathering of intuitive practitioners offering tarot readings, energy healing, and informal guidance in a relaxed, welcoming storefront for drop-in connection, skill-sharing, and spiritual recharge.
Community gathering of intuitive practitioners offering tarot readings, energy healing, and informal guidance in a relaxed, welcoming storefront for drop-in connection, skill-sharing, and spiritual recharge.
Meditative slow-looking sessions in a quiet gallery encourage attentive, guided close examination of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection; led by a volunteer educator at Asheville Art Museum.
Meditative slow-looking sessions in a quiet gallery encourage attentive, guided close examination of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection; led by a volunteer educator at Asheville Art Museum.
Meditative slow-looking sessions in a quiet gallery encourage attentive, guided close examination of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection; led by a volunteer educator at Asheville Art Museum.