Dear Reader,

The intimate, deep, loving circle I call Wise Women & Wonder does hold wonder for me. I made up this idea a number of years ago and many of you have joined the journey.
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We are at it again this weekend, the FIRST SATURDAY (February 7th) at 10AM Pacific and 1 PM Eastern. You can learn more and register here. Or email me to save your place and send over a VenMo (to avoid the Eventbrite fees). You must reserve your spot one of these ways because sometimes we are sold out.
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Some of the women who come have been showing up for many months or even years, and each month we have a brand new member join us. The thing is, there are only so many seats in our circle so we can remain in conversation and spacious for all who come.

What do you talk about? Great question... We talk about what the women bring up, and then the discussion deepens and shifts and we flow with that.
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​Is it a therapy group? Complicated question... No, but as a therapist with over 3 decades of mental health service, I have to admit it isn't all that different. I facilitate the group and carefully protect each person's safety which might mean going deeper or staying out of triggering territory. It is unique every time and for every woman.
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​How long is each meeting? That is always the question for me... We aim for 75 minutes and often go 90, especially if we have a larger group. I also suggest you create some transition time for integration after (either right after, or later that day.)
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Am I particularly wise? Not at all. Most of you are far wiser. I am a couple of important things, though. I am very compassionate and caring. AND, I am skilled at holding space and facilitating inquiry.

Are you longing for community that REALLY GETS YOU? The Wise Women circle is definitely that.
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Blessings and breath,
Alane

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PS
FYI here are a few notes from the January discussion:

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​Self-care ~ Balance ~ Living in the world = Designing A Life

How? Look at what we love and want our life to be, then do the footwork to get there.

• Write down everything you’re holding, all the different pieces of life, tasks, every little thing and then give it some time and some love.
• Our brain can only hold three things, so find the three pieces that mean the most.
  • Pull them out and give them their own page.
    • Then write three details under each of them.
    • Explore your own mind, what is it that speaks to you the most strongly? What would you love about each topic? Through that exploration see what stands out in your heart and soul.
  • Put this work away and give it 3 days to percolate and see what stands out.
    • Use color to highlight, put it away again and pull it out later and use this to find your highest priorities.

Physiological Sigh - Breathing Reset

Take in a slow deep breath.

Then, take in another sharp breath or two, filling your lungs sooo full of air.

Let it out slowly or let it out in a big gush

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Alane Freund, MS, MA​
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Lic. #LMFT36077)
International Consultant on High Sensitivity
​P 415-203-6600 E alane@areyouhighlysensitive.com

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