
Reconnecting Through Hard Times
Brief interactive online training for formal and informal community leaders teaching simple, practical strategies to support people after crises, including psychological first aid, compassionate communication techniques, and leader self care.
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Practical, interactive online training teaching simple but powerful psychological first aid techniques for formal and informal community leaders to support people after personal or community crises.

Practical, interactive online training teaching simple but powerful psychological first aid techniques for formal and informal community leaders to support people after personal or community crises.
Practical, interactive online training teaching simple but powerful psychological first aid techniques for formal and informal community leaders to support people after personal or community crises.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

Gentle restorative exercises, reflective digestion practices, and playful creative labs across six Thursday evenings to help artists recover from creative burnout and rebuild sustainable rhythms for rest, play, and renewed making.

Gentle restorative exercises, reflective digestion practices, and playful creative labs across six Thursday evenings to help artists recover from creative burnout and rebuild sustainable rhythms for rest, play, and renewed making.
Gentle restorative exercises, reflective digestion practices, and playful creative labs across six Thursday evenings to help artists recover from creative burnout and rebuild sustainable rhythms for rest, play, and renewed making.

Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.

Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.
Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.
Sustaining men's circle cultivating meaningful human connection and compassion to strengthen social health through guided sharing and peer led practices. Participants learn to use personal power to give and receive authentic emotional support.
Sustaining men's circle cultivating meaningful human connection and compassion to strengthen social health through guided sharing and peer led practices. Participants learn to use personal power to give and receive authentic emotional support.
Sustaining men's circle cultivating meaningful human connection and compassion to strengthen social health through guided sharing and peer led practices. Participants learn to use personal power to give and receive authentic emotional support.
Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.
Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.
Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.

Supportive peer led gatherings for stroke survivors and caregivers focusing on shared storytelling, resilience building, and practical recovery resources at a healthcare affiliated community wellness center.

Supportive peer led gatherings for stroke survivors and caregivers focusing on shared storytelling, resilience building, and practical recovery resources at a healthcare affiliated community wellness center.
Supportive peer led gatherings for stroke survivors and caregivers focusing on shared storytelling, resilience building, and practical recovery resources at a healthcare affiliated community wellness center.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.

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.
Hands on train the trainer workshop teaching basic digital literacy, device navigation, and online safety to prepare community educators for digital support roles; includes teaching strategies, resource referrals, and practice with common tools.
Hands on train the trainer workshop teaching basic digital literacy, device navigation, and online safety to prepare community educators for digital support roles; includes teaching strategies, resource referrals, and practice with common tools.
Hands on train the trainer workshop teaching basic digital literacy, device navigation, and online safety to prepare community educators for digital support roles; includes teaching strategies, resource referrals, and practice with common tools.
Guided life coaching workshop for people navigating change, focused on building clarity and confidence through facilitated exercises, decision mapping tools, and group reflection to create a practical roadmap for next steps.
Guided life coaching workshop for people navigating change, focused on building clarity and confidence through facilitated exercises, decision mapping tools, and group reflection to create a practical roadmap for next steps.
Guided life coaching workshop for people navigating change, focused on building clarity and confidence through facilitated exercises, decision mapping tools, and group reflection to create a practical roadmap for next steps.

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, in-person listening and sharing exercises create a judgement-free circle where participants practice deep listening, follow a strict no-advice policy, and aim for genuine emotional connection.

Facilitator-led, in-person listening and sharing exercises create a judgement-free circle where participants practice deep listening, follow a strict no-advice policy, and aim for genuine emotional connection.
Facilitator-led, in-person listening and sharing exercises create a judgement-free circle where participants practice deep listening, follow a strict no-advice policy, and aim for genuine emotional connection.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.

Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.

Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.
Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.
Group creative writing exercises and guided prompts designed to foster emotional healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude through reflective journaling and supportive peer sharing.
Group creative writing exercises and guided prompts designed to foster emotional healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude through reflective journaling and supportive peer sharing.
Group creative writing exercises and guided prompts designed to foster emotional healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude through reflective journaling and supportive peer sharing.
Guided heart-centered sits and gentle instruction over Zoom, Wednesdays 7:30–9:00 PM ET; streamed for remote participants, suitable for newcomers and regular practitioners seeking mindful community.
Guided heart-centered sits and gentle instruction over Zoom, Wednesdays 7:30–9:00 PM ET; streamed for remote participants, suitable for newcomers and regular practitioners seeking mindful community.
Guided heart-centered sits and gentle instruction over Zoom, Wednesdays 7:30–9:00 PM ET; streamed for remote participants, suitable for newcomers and regular practitioners seeking mindful community.

Restorative weekly virtual self care and community of practice sessions led by Black facilitators, centering healing, breathwork, and mutual support for people who identify as Black or African American.

Restorative weekly virtual self care and community of practice sessions led by Black facilitators, centering healing, breathwork, and mutual support for people who identify as Black or African American.
Restorative weekly virtual self care and community of practice sessions led by Black facilitators, centering healing, breathwork, and mutual support for people who identify as Black or African American.

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.
Deep, guided breathwork that loosens mental boundaries and cultivates profound self and world connection through somatic breathing, intentional reflection, and grounding practices in a supportive group circle.
Deep, guided breathwork that loosens mental boundaries and cultivates profound self and world connection through somatic breathing, intentional reflection, and grounding practices in a supportive group circle.
Deep, guided breathwork that loosens mental boundaries and cultivates profound self and world connection through somatic breathing, intentional reflection, and grounding practices in a supportive group circle.