Description: The new year comes with new goals. For many of us, this takes the form of some kind of goal around the body- whether related to diet, exercise, or general health. But while setting our goals, we might overlook the strengths within us already- the ways our body and mind support us in our everyday lives. This session will provide a space for participants to recognize, explore and honour the strengths and support that is already within. It will be conducted through movement, dance, arts, and discussion. No prior experience of dance, movement, or art is required to participate in this session. Who is your support group for? - Anyone above the age of 18 who wants to reconnect with and have a more positive relationship with their body.
Structure/flow and activities of the sessions: i. Introduction, community guidelines, check-ins ii. A brief movement activity for participants to connect with the body, and ground themselves in the present moment iii. Movement or art-based activity on the topic of the session iv. Reflections and discussion v. Relaxing, grounding, and self-soothing vi. Feedback, debrief, and conclusion What do you hope for participants in your group to take back with them after the session? - Enhanced feeling of connection with the body; a more caring and compassionate relationship with one’s body and oneself; experiencing the unique creativity in the body; a sense of liberation Any instructions or protocols to keep in mind: Preparation Required:
- Carrying a bottle of water
- Wearing comfortable clothing
- It would be helpful if participants could be in a private space where they can move freely, and keep their videos on. It does not need to be a very big space but should allow for movement.
Trigger Warning: Working with the body can often get triggering or overwhelming, as the body is deeply connected with trauma we might have experienced. Acknowledging this, the first section of the session will focus on grounding. Participants are also requested to go through One Future Collective’s list of grounding techniques. They can choose to reach out to the facilitators for support or to take a break from the session at any point if they feel uncomfortable.
FAQs
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What is Reimagining Body Liberation: Embrace Your Body Canvas about?
Art, movement and discussion will be used as modalities. It will be a participatory process, where individuals can express themselves in a non-judgmental space. No experience of dance, movement or art is required to attend the session.
Materials Required:
Paper and pen
Any form of colours: colour pencils/sketch pens or crayons
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How does one sign up? What's the coordination process like?
Registration Form: To join our upcoming Virtual Spaces 2023, please fill out our Registration Form. This form will require basic details and preferences for the sessions.
Nominal Fee for Accountability: As part of our commitment to providing accessible and engaging community spaces, we request a nominal fee for each space:
Minimum Fee: 150 INR per space
Suggested Fee: 500 INR per space
Bundle Discount Option: Commit to attending multiple upcoming Healing Liberation Project (HLP) spaces:
Bundle Discount Offer: Register for any 4 upcoming HLP spaces now, and get 1 space absolutely FREE!
Minimum Fee for Bundle: 450 INR (4 spaces + 1 free)
Suggested Fee for Bundle: 1500 INR (3 spaces + 1 free)
Payment Method: Please make the payment for the selected spaces through our Ghar ki Baat Fundraiser. The registration form will include instructions on how to make the payment and will require a screenshot of the payment confirmation for each space.
Financial Aid: Limited financial aid is available. If you are unable to pay for a space, kindly reach out to us at [email protected].
Post-Registration Details:
Confirmation Email: After registering, you will receive an email within 72 hours with a calendar invite confirming your registration for the selected spaces.
Calendar Invitation: Ensure to accept the calendar invite to secure your spot in the session(s).
Session Confirmation: If the minimum required registrations (5) are not met, your registration for that session will be moved to the next available date for the same theme. We appreciate your understanding in this regard.
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