UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Return to the Essence of who you are in Connection with Soul Community
Self care and community care are inextricably connected- we listen deeply to the whispers of spirit and gently hold each others heart songs to create an interconnected web of support.
Calling in the empaths, sensitives, rebels and cycle breakers….the over givers, rescuers and chronic caretakers....
This is especially for those who are always giving and lifting others up
It time to give back to yourself, to honour your sensitivity and step back into the fullness of your power and agency,
Move into abundance, vitality and your fullest embodied expression
This is a safe space to express all that you are, to be witnessed in your raw and unfiltered truth, feel seen, heard and held.
What to expect:
🌟 Experience the power of taking the time to turn your gaze inwards while siting in circle to amplify the field of connection
🌟 Reconnect with the wisdom of the body and our ancestors as the medicine for these times of disconnection and scarcity.
🌟 Embrace the path of practical spirituality- come back into right relationship with ourselves, each other and the cosmos.
🌟 Build your capacity to be the loving witness of all that arises, increase meta awareness and the ability to remain calm in the face of triggers
🌟 Attune to your intuition, your heart intelligence, gut intelligence and your inner guidance system
🌟 Honour your fullest embodied expression and give each other permission to express all that we are
Through chanting, sound healing, breath work, movement, dance and art making we clear out the emotional and energetic debris, let go of what no longer serves us while tuning in to our inner guidance system and the natural rhythms and cycles of our true nature. We build our capacity to experience the full spectrum of human emotions and experiences and return to a state of equilibrium and equanimity.
We meet once a month until the end of the year. Sliding scale (choose your price) and discounts available if you book in for all 4 sessions or if you bring along like minded women who would benefit from joining us.
Women’s Connection Circle Includes:
💫Opening chanting
💫Embodied Intentions
💫Guided singing bowl meditation
💫Art making
💫Movement and dance reflections
💫Heart sharing and witnessing
💫Closing sound bath
💫And more....
Date: 10th February, 16th March, 6th April, 4th May, 8th June 2024
Time: 2pm-4.30pm
Venue: South Road, Moorabbin
Cost: Choose your price
Per session- Minimum $25/ Full price: $40/ Pay it forward: $50
All 4 sessions- Minimum $80 / Full price $150/ Pay it forward $200
What to bring:
Notebook, pens, drawing materials (crayons, markers, soft pastels provided), blanket/ shawl, yoga mat, water bottle
Natural object (fallen leaves or flowers, rocks, drift wood) to place on the altar
To book, please complete the online registration form and make a payment via bank transfer (preferred) or paypal
Self care and community care are inextricably connected- we listen deeply to the whispers of spirit and gently hold each others heart songs to create an interconnected web of support.
Calling in the empaths, sensitives, rebels and cycle breakers….the over givers, rescuers and chronic caretakers....
This is especially for those who are always giving and lifting others up
It time to give back to yourself, to honour your sensitivity and step back into the fullness of your power and agency,
Move into abundance, vitality and your fullest embodied expression
This is a safe space to express all that you are, to be witnessed in your raw and unfiltered truth, feel seen, heard and held.
What to expect:
🌟 Experience the power of taking the time to turn your gaze inwards while siting in circle to amplify the field of connection
🌟 Reconnect with the wisdom of the body and our ancestors as the medicine for these times of disconnection and scarcity.
🌟 Embrace the path of practical spirituality- come back into right relationship with ourselves, each other and the cosmos.
🌟 Build your capacity to be the loving witness of all that arises, increase meta awareness and the ability to remain calm in the face of triggers
🌟 Attune to your intuition, your heart intelligence, gut intelligence and your inner guidance system
🌟 Honour your fullest embodied expression and give each other permission to express all that we are
Through chanting, sound healing, breath work, movement, dance and art making we clear out the emotional and energetic debris, let go of what no longer serves us while tuning in to our inner guidance system and the natural rhythms and cycles of our true nature. We build our capacity to experience the full spectrum of human emotions and experiences and return to a state of equilibrium and equanimity.
We meet once a month until the end of the year. Sliding scale (choose your price) and discounts available if you book in for all 4 sessions or if you bring along like minded women who would benefit from joining us.
Women’s Connection Circle Includes:
💫Opening chanting
💫Embodied Intentions
💫Guided singing bowl meditation
💫Art making
💫Movement and dance reflections
💫Heart sharing and witnessing
💫Closing sound bath
💫And more....
Date: 10th February, 16th March, 6th April, 4th May, 8th June 2024
Time: 2pm-4.30pm
Venue: South Road, Moorabbin
Cost: Choose your price
Per session- Minimum $25/ Full price: $40/ Pay it forward: $50
All 4 sessions- Minimum $80 / Full price $150/ Pay it forward $200
What to bring:
Notebook, pens, drawing materials (crayons, markers, soft pastels provided), blanket/ shawl, yoga mat, water bottle
Natural object (fallen leaves or flowers, rocks, drift wood) to place on the altar
To book, please complete the online registration form and make a payment via bank transfer (preferred) or paypal
Bendigo Bank
Anjali Sengupta
BSB: 633 000
Account: 149691248
Reference: WCC
Anjali Sengupta
BSB: 633 000
Account: 149691248
Reference: WCC
PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS
I was delighted to be invited to present to workshops at the Creative Mental Health and Self Care Retreat in Inverlock in May 2021 and 2022- Bollywood Dance for Wellbeing and Embodied Self Care-Medicine Drum and Dance.
Are you someone who is always caring for others, always looking after the needs of others and struggle to find the time to for deep rest and self-nurturing? We live in a world filled with external distractions and demands which makes it easy to keep ourselves permanently occupied in endless to do lists or activities. Even though we may value quiet time, we find it difficult to get beyond the mental chatter and all the conflicting demands that seem to constantly be pulling us in different directions. The intention with these monthly sessions is to provide a space where you can not only attend to your inner world and drop in to deep states but to benefit from the amplified field created by the group to journey deep within to that place of stillness, clarity and wisdom.
The medicine drum is a tool for healing and transformation that has been used therapeutically in many cultures since ancient times. The Medicine Drum Meditation experience brings together Native American drum medicine from the Shamanic tradition and the map of the human energy system/ chakras from the Yogic tradition to take you on a journey of sound, rhythm and sensation into deep states of relaxation and healing. Let the beat of the Native American Medicine Drum vibrate through your body and clear your mind as we journey through the energy centres (chakras) using the breath, attention, intention and drumming rhythms that are personalised for each group.
The medicine drum is a tool for healing and transformation that has been used therapeutically in many cultures since ancient times. The Medicine Drum Meditation experience brings together Native American drum medicine from the Shamanic tradition and the map of the human energy system/ chakras from the Yogic tradition to take you on a journey of sound, rhythm and sensation into deep states of relaxation and healing. Let the beat of the Native American Medicine Drum vibrate through your body and clear your mind as we journey through the energy centres (chakras) using the breath, attention, intention and drumming rhythms that are personalised for each group.
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Dates: 28 July, 25 August, 29 September, 27 October, 24 November 2019 Time: 11am to 12.30pm Cost: $30 per single session $50 for two (sessions or tickets) |
Benefits:
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Testimonials:
"I had a beautiful session with Anjali - she has a knack of allowing the other person to be whilst holding space with so much love and compassion. Her experience in art therapy, counselling and movement allows her to connect with many parts of her clients enhancing the experience overall.
The actual drumming was very soothing and my skin was tingling most of the time. I felt like the music from the drums was falling like droplets on my skin. The sound made sure that I stayed in my body and felt at home within. The journey through major energy centres was simple yet profound. I appreciated less talk and more sensation and more of the 'allowing' to have my own unique experience.
After the drumming, Anjali provided me with art material to express a creative side of me. Now, I am not much of an artist, but when you have dropped down to such a beautiful space within yourself, you become a bit more daring, let your inhibitions down and allow the spirit to express through art." ~ Tanya Menon
"My experience at Anjali’s Medicine Drum Meditation workshop was incredibly transformative and therapeutic!
One can truly feel the drum medicine move and resonate through the bones. With the gentle guidance of Anjali’s meditation journey, I was able to look into myself and into my body and notice some of the things I carry that needed to released. The most profound internal realisation for me was reigniting my internal fire (solar plexus energy), that had been dormant for a while. I went home that day feeling like a changed women, with my passion, motivation and inspiration for life replenished within me! I cannot recommend this workshop enough! It truly helped me during my difficult patch."~ Aadhya Wije
"Anjali runs a great session. Hold the space with warmth and freedom for the personal place her drumming takes you - Powerful. I felt rejuvenated as expanded as a result. Loved the company too🤗🙏"~ Elisabeth Sophia Valente
"Anjali's Medicine Drum Meditation Workshop was an incredibly powerful, healing and cathartic experience for me. The shamanic drumming allowed me to tap into a meditative state effortlessly and the way she synced up the chakras with various elements was fascinating and illuminating... And I loved the way of encouragement in which we were invited to visualise what we wish to see, to manifest that new energy into our lives... The intimacy of the group was just perfect for the day. The synchronicity gave me goosebumps. I would recommend this workshop and Anjali’s skills as a practitioner to everyone ready for a magnificent day of creativity and healing."~ Tara Patwardhan-Kalra
"I had a beautiful session with Anjali - she has a knack of allowing the other person to be whilst holding space with so much love and compassion. Her experience in art therapy, counselling and movement allows her to connect with many parts of her clients enhancing the experience overall.
The actual drumming was very soothing and my skin was tingling most of the time. I felt like the music from the drums was falling like droplets on my skin. The sound made sure that I stayed in my body and felt at home within. The journey through major energy centres was simple yet profound. I appreciated less talk and more sensation and more of the 'allowing' to have my own unique experience.
After the drumming, Anjali provided me with art material to express a creative side of me. Now, I am not much of an artist, but when you have dropped down to such a beautiful space within yourself, you become a bit more daring, let your inhibitions down and allow the spirit to express through art." ~ Tanya Menon
"My experience at Anjali’s Medicine Drum Meditation workshop was incredibly transformative and therapeutic!
One can truly feel the drum medicine move and resonate through the bones. With the gentle guidance of Anjali’s meditation journey, I was able to look into myself and into my body and notice some of the things I carry that needed to released. The most profound internal realisation for me was reigniting my internal fire (solar plexus energy), that had been dormant for a while. I went home that day feeling like a changed women, with my passion, motivation and inspiration for life replenished within me! I cannot recommend this workshop enough! It truly helped me during my difficult patch."~ Aadhya Wije
"Anjali runs a great session. Hold the space with warmth and freedom for the personal place her drumming takes you - Powerful. I felt rejuvenated as expanded as a result. Loved the company too🤗🙏"~ Elisabeth Sophia Valente
"Anjali's Medicine Drum Meditation Workshop was an incredibly powerful, healing and cathartic experience for me. The shamanic drumming allowed me to tap into a meditative state effortlessly and the way she synced up the chakras with various elements was fascinating and illuminating... And I loved the way of encouragement in which we were invited to visualise what we wish to see, to manifest that new energy into our lives... The intimacy of the group was just perfect for the day. The synchronicity gave me goosebumps. I would recommend this workshop and Anjali’s skills as a practitioner to everyone ready for a magnificent day of creativity and healing."~ Tara Patwardhan-Kalra
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We invite you to join us for our mantra meditation sessions to learn, understand and practice the application of sacred science tools and techniques in your everyday life.
WHY: *Using the power of mantra meditation and chanting vibrations to tap into new ways of self expression and experience *To provide a space to drop in below the mental chatter, connect deeply with self and other and find a deep connection with your intuition *To practice sharing from the heart with the community in a respectful way- drawing on Brene Brown’s Power of Vulnerability (Ted Talk- https://youtu.be/iCvmsMzlF7o) WHAT: *Opening of the circle and invitation to co-create a sacred space *Dynamic warm up which may include movement, yoga, breathing techniques, body tapping, dynamic meditations such as full body shaking etc. *Introduction to the theme and a short mantra/ seed sound meditation *The main mantra along with hand outs with the meaning and translation of the mantra. *Time for reflection/ journalling/ drawing/ moving to integrate what emerges in the session. *Final sharing and closing of the circle WHEN: Saturdays, 3 pm to 4 pm from 30th September onwards* untill 18th November 2017 *First session free for new students HOW MUCH: Introductory price- Pre-paid $10/ At the door $12 (cash only) **** Please book in advance as places are limited**** WHERE: Whyte Cafe, 1122 Glenhuntly Road, Glen Huntly 3163 |
ABOUT THE FACILITATORS:
Tanya Menon- Tanya is a qualified Hatha and Asthanga Yoga teacher and is the founder of Vedic Yoga. She has completed a diploma and an advanced diploma in Yoga and Ayurveda. Tanya incorporates the traditional principles of the Vedic sciences and weaves stories and yogic philosophy in her classes and workshops. Tanya comes with a background in Finance and Psychology with over 10 years experience in the corporate world. Her compassionate style of teaching enables her to connect with each student with a primary focus on connecting body movement to breath. She believes that each person has their own unique experience of life and encourages her students to embrace their pace. Tanya teaches Yoga and Meditation within a variety of setting including corporate offices, community centres/ schools as well as one on one yoga therapy sessions. Her classes are designed to leave you feeling uplifted and grounded. Anjali Sengupta- Anjali is a Dance Movement Therapist, Creative Arts Therapist, Community Arts facilitator, Art educator and Holistic Well-being and Fitness professional. Anjali's holistic approach draws on both Eastern and Western techniques and philosophies. She is passionate about reconnecting with the wisdom of the body and experiencing the pure joy of living in the present moment. With over 20 years experience of teaching, performing, choreographing and moving with people across 3 continents, dance and movement is as essential to Anjali as eating sleeping and breathing. She is the founder and artistic director of Aatma Dance Company that provides Bollywood dance based classes, workshops, performances and events. She is also the founder and director of Embracing Spirit: Creative Arts/Dance Movement Therapy & Holistic WellBeing and offers trauma informed creative arts and dance movement therapy sessions to individuals and groups through her private practice, works as an art therapist and dance movement therapist in a residential aged care setting and runs regular meditation and mindfulness sessions, workshops and holistic community arts events. She is a counsellor with HerSpace that offers long term mental health support to women who have experienced sexual exploitation and is a senior facilitator and program designer at Incursions R Us which offers arts based incursions in primary and secondary schools. |
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Do you struggle to prioritise your self-care/ inner well-being? Are you busy all the time and find it difficult to switch off and relax? Do you need to get out of your head and into your body, to fully inhabit this present moment?
Moments of Stillness is a time for you to attend to your inner world, connect deeply with the stillness within and share with community in a sacred, safe and enjoyable way.
As a dancer and action oriented person, I found it very challenging to sit still and meditate untill I discovered there are many different pathways to finding and connecting with the inner peace and stillness which is always there within us. Moments of Stillness sessions are designed to get you out of your head and into the present moment using a combination of breathing techniques, guided meditation, movement, yoga and practices such as Qi-gong and tapping, and art making/ journalling. Experience a range of different approaches to integrate mind-body-heart and spirit and bring a sense of harmony and balance between these 4 dimensions of our experience. As above so below, as within, so without....
Over the course of this 7 week series you will experience: • Mindful movement • Mudras (hand gestures) to focus the mind and body • Chanting • Guided meditation and mindfulness • Rituals to cleanse, set intentions and let go of what no longer serves you • Breathing techniques • Visualization and guided imagery • Art making/ Journalling • Tapping • Tibetan singing bowl and Native American drumming |
Benefits:
“ We [as a culture] have not yet fully assimilated the fact that listening to and attending to the wisdom of one’s body is a highly refined and sophisticated act of consciousness” |
Testimonials from previous participants:
"The moments of series enabled a significant transformation for me in terms of physical , emotional and spiritual growth . I identified with my current pain which was a mediation in itself , the art and music therapy opened up a different creative pathway for me and I am looking forward to the next series to enable me to continue on my journey of self discovery . Meeting some beautiful souls who shared this journey with me made the Summer series very special and Anjalis knowledge and passion really enabled my growth."~ Naina
"I was a little reluctant coming to Anjali's 'Moments of stillness class' but her approach and manner within the class put me at ease and I felt very comfortable. I believe we all need 'moments of stillness' in our lives. Thanks again Anjali, look forward to the next class" ~John
"I found Anjali's workshop to be just the grounding, soothing and restoring experience I needed at the end of my busy week. I found the diversity of techniques and practices to open my mind, body and awareness. Anjali gently and joyfully lead us through a gentle and playful process that allowed us also to engage our imagination and creativity. I sense there was much gained for me through the experience at the time, and skills I will continue to draw on in my every day moving forward." ~ Emily
"The moments of series enabled a significant transformation for me in terms of physical , emotional and spiritual growth . I identified with my current pain which was a mediation in itself , the art and music therapy opened up a different creative pathway for me and I am looking forward to the next series to enable me to continue on my journey of self discovery . Meeting some beautiful souls who shared this journey with me made the Summer series very special and Anjalis knowledge and passion really enabled my growth."~ Naina
"I was a little reluctant coming to Anjali's 'Moments of stillness class' but her approach and manner within the class put me at ease and I felt very comfortable. I believe we all need 'moments of stillness' in our lives. Thanks again Anjali, look forward to the next class" ~John
"I found Anjali's workshop to be just the grounding, soothing and restoring experience I needed at the end of my busy week. I found the diversity of techniques and practices to open my mind, body and awareness. Anjali gently and joyfully lead us through a gentle and playful process that allowed us also to engage our imagination and creativity. I sense there was much gained for me through the experience at the time, and skills I will continue to draw on in my every day moving forward." ~ Emily
Attending to the Self
Get to know your inner landscape and attend to your inner world through connecting with the body, breath, movement and art making. Drawing on Eastern wisdom of the energy system or chakras, we explore our inner landscape, develop body awareness and the capacity to be the loving witness to all that arises in our inner experience.
★ Develop greater self awareness & awareness of bodily sensations
★ Learn how to tune in to the voice of your body
★ Develop emotional resilience
★ Reclaim the body as trusted companion & guide
★ Develop the mind- body connection & capacity to fully inhabit the present moment
★ Develop greater self awareness & awareness of bodily sensations
★ Learn how to tune in to the voice of your body
★ Develop emotional resilience
★ Reclaim the body as trusted companion & guide
★ Develop the mind- body connection & capacity to fully inhabit the present moment
Movement and Mindfulness:
Self care for counsellors care-givers & support workers
People who are in the caring professions often suffer from compassion fatigue and burn out. This workshop was originally designed and facilitated for counsellors at Mind Australia and received very positive feedback from the participants who work in an extremely high stress environment and expressed the need to incorporate more of what we experienced in the workshop on a regular basis.
Previous Workshop Experience:
- Bollywood Dance @ Rainbow Serpent Festival 2013, 2014 & 2015
- Practicing presence as part of Transformation Day, 31 May 2014
- Mother's Day Bollywood Dance and Pampering, 11 May 2014
- Self Care for Counsellors- workshop for Mind Australia, 8 May 2014
- Bollwyood Dance at Cresthaven, residential aged care facility, Feb 2014
- Bollywood Dance @ 1 Billion Rising, 14 Feb 2014
- Bollywood Dance with Dance Family (people with disabilities and their carers), 22 June 2014
- Wisdom of the body workshop, 12 Oct 2013
- Moments of Stillness workshop series- Aug to Nov 2013
- Workshops at Our Lady of Sacred Heart College, June and Aug 2013
- Introduction to Dance Movement Therapy, Phoenix Institute Professional Development Program, 20 Oct 2012
- Movement, Mandalas and Symbols workshop, Phoenix Institute, 21 Aug 2010
- Movement and Art for Well Being, Mumbai (India), 29 Aug 2009
- Surrender to the Moment workshop series, Oct- Nov 2008
- Team building and outbound training for corporate, India , Sept 2006.
