Connection Circle ~ See yourself in others

THEME OF THIS EVENING: SEE YOURSELF IN OTHERS

As children we learned that certain qualities in us where not welcomed and worthy of love. ⁣⁣

We learned to push down those qualities when we noticed that our caregivers reacted to them with anger, rejection or shame. ⁣⁣

As adults we might then judge the qualities in others that we don’t allow in ourself: we project our shadows on them. ⁣

We might also be attracted by others that embody a quality that we don’t allow in ourself: we want to experience the quality through them.

The first step to connect to others as our authentic self, is to bring awareness to these projections: noticing when they arise and being with them - so that we can meet beyond them. ⁣

This is what we will be exploring together this evening.

ABOUT THE CONNECTION CIRCLES

Deep down we all long to feel connected: being met, seen & heard by one another beyond what separates us. Yet somehow we all struggle with it, in our awkward and sweet humaneness.

The circles rotate between a set of themes that you can attend in whatever order you like and without having attended a circle before.

Come curious to discover different ways to meet beyond what separates us, through embodiment exercises, mindful observation, sharing and reflection.

We will use techniques and tools inspired by circling, mindfulness, authentic relating, embodied intimacy, somatic experiencing, trauma theory and yoga. All with the intention of connecting you with yourself and your body before you connect with others.

All human beings are welcome.

Every exercise is optional and you can bring a partner/friend to couple with if that makes you feel more at ease.

The event will be held in English.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING:

”Beyond the awkwardness the whole universe opened up in the eyes right in front of me”. / Sandra, participant“

"Thank you for a beautifully held connection circle yesterday. It felt huge to be a part of and witness the authentic connections that took place under your holding of the space.I feel richer as a result from what I got to experience and I’m looking forward to the next circle”. / Mats, participant

THE FACILITATORS

IDA HELMERS Ida is known for holding space with integrity, presence and an open heart as well as leading the way into vulnerability and authenticity through sharing and welcoming what is. Ida often calls herself a relational nerd, as she loves to explore different ways of relating and sees relationships as a path of growth and healing. 

Ida has a background as a Mindfulness instructor, health coach and massagetherapist as well as healing and energy work. The last couple of years she found a passion for relational healing and somatic awareness on her own healing journey and has since then dived into teachings around trauma theory, somatic resourcing & developmental psycholgy. She is deeply inspired by the community building and relational healing she´s experienced during her time in the Embodied Intimacy Training and community.

GUNTHER NANN Gunther is very passionate about relating. After struggling with connecting to himself, and thus to others for long periods of his life, he discovered the value of embodiment practices to re-connect with his desires, fears and boundaries. Since he is feeling himself again relating went from being scary to being exciting.

When relating to others he is very curious, not only about the other person, but also about the field that is created when two or more people come together. Following his curiosity often leads him to amazing experiences in the moment, that he could have never planned for. Besides his curiosity he brings presence, trauma-awareness and an acceptance of whatever is, which gives other people permission to be themselves.

🙏🏽 PRACTICALS 🙏🏽

🙏🏽 Wear comfortable clothes that you can move freely in.

🙏🏽 Please arrive 10-15 minutes before we start as the doors will lock exactly on time.

TICKETS: https://www.idahelmers.se/event-details/connection-circle-see-yourself-in-others

We want to make it possible for everyone to attend our events, so we offer low prices for those who book their ticket early:

250kr enthusiastic bird (5 tickets)

350kr early bird (5 tickets)

450kr organized bird (5 tickets)

550kr lazy bird (5 tickets)

FACEBOOK EVENT:

Come check out the FB event regularly for updates, inspiration and information before the event. You are also welcomed to invite your friends that might appreciate this exploration.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Up until one week before the event we refund 50% if you have to cancel you ticket, after that tickets are non refundable. But you are welcome to gift or sell your ticket to someone else if you can’t make it or use it at another one of our circles within the next 3 months.You can come to any circle or workshop without having attended one before.

HEALTH POLICY 

We encourage self responsibility at our events, which means we trust that you don’t come if you have any symptoms or have been in recent contact with someone that does. 

COMUNAL TRANSPORT

Hälsans Hus is very close to Bankgatan bus stop in Lund and about 5 min walking distance from bus stop Botulfsplatsen.

PARKING

There is parking available on the streets nearby or the parking garage at Mårtenstorget.

CARPOOLING

Post in the event on FB if you can offer a ride or want a ride from some of the cities close by.

CONTACT

If you have any questions please reach out to us on FB or at: info@idahelmers.se

If you have trouble finding the place you can reach us at 073-2081825 up until starting time.