Mindfulness, Community, & Connection: A Pride Wellness Event Join us for a day of celebration at our Pride Wellness Event, where we honor every step of our journeys with love, acceptance, and courage.
Cacao and Meditation: We'll commence this empowering day by setting an intention with nourishing cacao, followed by a calming meditation session led by mindfulness and meditation instructor Alex Castro. This opening ritual will prepare us to welcome the day with open hearts and minds.
Grief Circle: This event is not just about celebrating who we are and what we stand for; it's also about acknowledging and honoring the grief that comes with letting go of parts of ourselves. It's about mourning the loss of the person we were conditioned to be as we step bravely into our authentic Queer selves. This transition, while liberating, can carry a weight of loss and grief, and it's crucial to acknowledge and process these feelings. To guide us through this emotional landscape, grief specialist Stephanie Papadakis will lead a grief circle, creating a safe and supportive space for sharing and healing. This circle is an invitation to release the sorrows of our pasts and make room for the joy and authenticity of our present and future selves.
Breathwork: Culminating our day of emotional exploration and celebration will be a rejuvenating breath work class with Clarity Breathwork practitioner, Reiki Master, and sound healer, Peter Brandt. Through the power of breath, we'll learn to let go of what no longer serves us, paving the way for new beginnings and deeper connections with our true selves.
Social Hour with Mocktails: And what’s a celebration without a chance to connect and share? Following our sessions, we'll unwind during a social hour featuring delicious mocktails, providing a perfect opportunity to meet new friends and bask in the collective energy of our community. Our Pride Wellness Event promises to be a day of joy, tears, healing, and laughter. Come as you are, ready to celebrate every part of your journey and the beautiful diversity of our community. Together, we'll create a space where every emotion is welcomed, and every story is honored.
What to bring: Water bottle Comfortable clothing Friend, Lover, or yourself Open Heart
Facilitators: Stephanie Papadakis is a dedicated Grief Recovery Specialist and Grief Educator, committed to helping individuals and organizations navigate the complex landscape of grief and loss with compassion and guidance. Her mission is to change the conversation around grief by promoting a culture of empathy, understanding, and a renewed sense of purpose in the face of loss. She provides personalized 1:1 support to those on their grief journey, guiding them towards the path of acceptance, healing, and finding meaning in their loss. She also empowers businesses and HR professionals to create a supportive environment for employees going through bereavement, ensuring they have the space and resources needed to grieve without fear of professional repercussions. She would love to collaborate with you to change the conversation around grief by creating a world where it is met with sensitivity, awareness, and empathy.
Peter is a gay, cis gender male (he/him) on his own quiet, personal, spiritual-multidimensional path. Peter is a Clarity Breathwork practitioner, Reiki Master, sound healer, certified somatic psychedelic integration guide, and also a professional singer and musician. He has trained with the indigenous Shipibo-Konibo in Ayahuasca curanderismo and vegetalista practices in the Peruvian Amazon jungle, with The Foundation for Shamanic Studies, and with California Institute of Integral Studies. He is a certified somatic integration guide for Peru’s AYA Healing Retreats, and an ordained sacred ceremony minister for SOULS, the Sanctuary of Universal Love & Service. His calling to be of service to personal and planetary awakening, healing, and transformation is his most fervid endeavor. For more about Peter, visit SoulUnique.com.
Alexandra Castro stands at the forefront of integrating mindfulness and personal growth within the LGBTQIA+ community. A dedicated mindfulness coach, her career is anchored by the principles of authentic connection and the belief in the transformative power of mindfulness. Alexandra's mission is to bridge the gap in representation and accessibility of mindfulness practices for the queer community, providing a nurturing environment where individuals can explore personal development and mental wellness. With a deep-seated commitment to fostering inclusivity, Alexandra founded LGBTQMindfulness, a pioneering group that has ignited a movement towards mindful living in the LGBTQIA+ community. Her role as a meditation and mindfulness instructor is underpinned by a comprehensive certification from the Natural Wellness Institute and The Path. Alexandra's pursuit of holistic wellness led her further down the path of spiritual and physical alignment, earning her credentials as a Yoga Instructor through Yoga Flow in San Francisco. This diverse educational background enriches her approach to mindfulness, allowing her to connect with and support her clients on multiple levels. Beyond traditional mindfulness and meditation practices, Alexandra extends her expertise to organizing LGBTQMindfulness Retreats internationally. These retreats are designed to offer the Queer community a sanctuary to rediscover their inner strength and realign with their true selves. Additionally, she harnesses the restorative power of sound through sound baths, certified by the Sound Institute of Soul Yoga, and explores the healing potential of the body as a somatic practitioner, certified by the Embody Lab. Alexandra is not just a coach but a catalyst for change, passionately crafting unique experiences that encourage the LGBTQIA+ community to forge deeper connections with themselves and others. Her work is a testament to her belief in the profound impact of mindfulness and connection on achieving a fulfilling life. Through her leadership in LGBTQMindfulness, Alexandra Castro is not only shaping a more inclusive wellness space but also empowering individuals to live authentically and joyfully.