Immersion Workshops – Inner Healing Journey

We are all on the path … exactly where we need to be. This immersion workshop is a journey into your  wholeness. It is finding your one path using symbolism, ritual, imagery and movement by a meditative walk to your own centre and back again out into the world. The symbolism creates a sacred space and place that takes us out of our ego to “that which is within”.

“Your life is a sacred journey. And it is about change, growth, discovery, movement, transformation and continuously expanding your vision of what is possible. Stretching your soul, learning to see clearly and deeply, listening to your intuition, taking courageous challenges at every step along the way. From here you can go forward, shaping your life story into a magnificent tale of triumph, of healing, of courage, of beauty, of wisdom, of power, of dignity, and of love.“ Caroline Adams.

This is open to therapists and clients.

To register your interest please email kayegriffin@mindmatterscounselling.com

Qigong

As Qigong increases the supply and flow of energy throughout the body, it can have many benefits. It is known to harmonize and enhance the bodily systems— leaving you feeling refreshed, revitalized, stronger, and more centered. Practicing qigong may improve fitness, reduce anxiety and depression, lower blood pressure, relieve chronic pain, strengthen the immune and respiratory systems, and improve overall well-being.

Qigong helps your mind and body align as one, feeling balanced and harmonious.

How? Slowing your movements forces you to be present and listen to your body. When you slow your movements, you slow your breathing—which in turn slows your thoughts. Because your breath influences the state of your nervous system, slowing your breath can automatically help to calm your brain and slow your brain waves to match.

During Qigong, your brain waves enter what is known as an alpha state. This state allows you to meditate and experience:

• Stress relief
• Connection
• And more

In Taoist Qigong, the “Five Regulators” (sometimes called the Five Regulations or Wǔ Tiáo) are five key practices used to train the body, mind, and spirit. By tuning these five areas, practitioners balance their internal energy.

1. Regulating the Body (Tiáo Shēn)

This involves adjusting your physical posture to be straight, relaxed, and stable. Proper posture unblocks your physical energy pathways so energy can flow without tension. 
Focus: Soften your muscles, root your feet into the ground, and align your spine. 

2. Regulating the Breath (Tiáo Xí)

This means changing your breathing from quick and shallow to slow, deep, and quiet. Deep breathing calms your nervous system and builds up your internal energy.
Focus: Breathe into your belly. Make your breath smooth and natural without forcing it. 

3. Regulating the Mind (Tiáo Xīn)

This is the practice of calming your thoughts and clearing emotional distractions. A peaceful mind allows you to focus your energy properly. 
Focus: Let go of daily stress. Focus your attention on the present moment or your breathing.

4. Regulating the Energy (Tiáo Qì)

Once your body and mind are calm, you can actively guide your vital life force energy (Qi) through your body. 
Focus: Use your mind to move Qi along your energy pathways (meridians), sending vitality to your internal organs. 

5. Regulating the Spirit (Tiáo Shén)

This is the highest level of practice. It involves turning your guided energy into a state of deep, peaceful awareness. 
Focus: Wake up your “original spirit.” This brings clarity, wisdom, and inner peace

Healing Circle Ceremonies and Rituals
To register your interest please email kayegriffin@mindmatterscounselling.com