Somatic Retreats: Centering in a Time of Chaos

This summer, we’re centering in a time of chaos.

Join us for somatic retreats in July and August. 

Political divisions; a war-torn world; mental health crises; hate-fueled violence; growing dehumanization; and a burning planet. These are some of the harsh realities coloring our daily lives as we try to navigate work, family, and being caring local and global citizens.  It’s no wonder that many of us feel overwhelmed, despairing, and exhausted.

At Impact, we don’t claim to have the answers, but we are committed to being part of the solution. Through years of our own practice and experience, we are learning the importance of somatic work (techniques that focus on the body, especially the nervous system) to staying grounded and open in the face of personal, communal, and systemic challenges. We know that it’s from this place of calm and presence that we can be our highest and best selves and most impactful in the world.

That’s why we are offering a three-part, online series called Somatic Retreats: Centering in a Time of Chaos led by therapeutic healer and artist Hiba Haroon. Hiba is the founder of (un)jaan which holds spaces for us to practice being in liberatory relationships with ourselves and others. She has also helped facilitate Impact’s Weaver Learning Lab.

As we thought about this offering, we were inspired by the words of renowned author and psychotherapist Resmaa Menakem who said: “There’s a way out of this mess, and it requires each of us to begin with our own body. You and your body are important parts of the solution.”  We hope you will join us for one or more of the FREE sessions described below as we learn somatic tools and techniques for centering in a time of chaos.

While sessions are complementary, they are standalone. Feel free to register for one, two, or all three!