using our Goddess wisdom to Follow our own Light.
Reading the Runes
Registration Ends 9/16
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Registration Ends 9/16 *
Sacred, cozy, illuminating, and comforting.
Together we’ll listen for the old stories that still live in our bones, and be led by the voices of the mystics…
"Illuminated Wisdom" welcome basket (If you like, bring your own rune set, here’s one if you don’t already have, - but not required , a soft linen casting cloth, a journal, and a candle).
Opening Circle: Awakening the Inner Lantern: A gentle, seated circle where we will introduce ourselves and share a piece of wisdom we have earned.
Evening Hearth Ritual: Introduction to the Elder Futhark: Cozying up around an imaginary fireplace. A brief, introductory talk covering the history of runes as symbols of cosmic and psychological light rather than just fortune-telling. We conclude with a gentle group meditation to "mindfully light" each woman's inner lantern for the weekend.
The Whispers of the Runes & Radiating Our Light
Focus: Deep dive workshops, nature connection, and personal divination.
Movement: Gentle Radiant Flow: Chair yoga session focused on breathwork and clearing energy blockages to feel vibrant and limber.
Crafting Your Personal Light Rune: An interactive session where we select a specific rune that resonates with our current life chapter (e.g., Wunjo for joy, Dagaz for breakthrough/daylight, or Ansuz for ancestral wisdom).
Art Section: We will paint or draw this symbol onto a keepsake medallion.
The Three-Rune Cast for the Golden Years: Ellen leads a classic three-rune spread customized for each woman
What I am releasing?
Where my light shines brightest today? What are the Ancestors are whispering to me?
Closing Ceremony: The Eternal Flame: A final circle where each woman pulls a single "Anchor Rune" for her year ahead. One by one, women light a small tea light symbolizing your individual inner light is fueled by collective sisterhood.
Your Autumn Retreat:
Reading the Runes
Friday, September 25
7-8:30 pm EST
Past Retreats
Reclaiming the Wisdom of the Goddess
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OUR PROGRAM:
Welcome and intentional grounding breathwork.
“What mask or expectation am I ready to lay down today?”
Guided prompts for discussion and/or journaling as we explore the transition into this new phase of our lives.
Where does my life experience turn into true wisdom?.
Guided prompts for discussion and/or journaling as we explore the transition into this new phase of our lives.
What boundaries or gifts do I now possess that I didn’t have at a previous age or time in my life?
Where do I see myself in the next 5 to 10 years?
What are my dreams & what else is there for me to conquer & explore?
Embodiment And Voice Activation
A gentle somatic exercise to stand full in our power, breathe into physical presence and speak a Core Truth aloud to the group.
A mini token holding or blessing to anchor the shift we have made.
Final grounding breath and a takeaway mantra for your daily life.
Closing Ritual
Tea is more than just a drink: it represents peace and harmony.
Goddess Tea Ritual
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Taking a moment to sip tea is the perfect way to channel the clarity and grounded energy of a Goddess of Wisdom. Whether you are looking for a calming herbal brew to soothe your mind or looking to dive into an epic, tea-inspired story, a hot cup can provide the ultimate reset.
If you are looking to treat yourself to a moment of divine relaxation, consider these rituals:
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Create an Altar: Surround your favorite mug with items associated with deities of wisdom, such as fresh flowers, a small journal, or a feather to represent the owl of Athena.
Set an Intention: While your tea steeps, close your eyes and take three deep breaths. Set a specific intention for clarity, focus, or simply granting yourself permission to rest.
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Do not censor your thoughts; let the ink flow naturally.
Releasing the Old: What specific belief, habit, or relationship has reached its natural winter, and how can I gracefully let it go?
Honoring Survival: What is the hardest lesson I learned over the past year, and what unique wisdom did it carve into my character?
Setting Boundaries: Where in my life am I giving away my energy, and what firm boundary must I set to protect my peace?
The Unseen Self: What hidden, quiet part of myself am I finally ready to accept and bring into the light without fear of judgment?
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Pomegranate: Represents fertility, abundance, and the underworld (associated with Persephone and Hera).
Sheaf of Wheat: Symbolizes agriculture, harvest, and nourishment (associated with Demeter and Ceres).
Apple: Represents love, beauty, and temptation (associated with Aphrodite, Venus, and Idun).
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