In our September gathering, we will have an experience with reflexology, led by Kim Henst, to deepen our self awareness and self-care practice.
We come together as often as we can (almost monthly) to rest, connect, breathe, meditate, imagine, and to sink deeply into our feminine nature. We create a beautiful and quiet place where we encourage one another to listen to the voice and urgings from deep within; we feel deeply, share candidly, and nurture ourselves indulgently in the presence of like-minded souls and caring friends.
For me, one sweet advantage of Red Tent community is getting to know our Sisters in a way that we don’t always get to know one another in the course of a typical work or school day, or at other community gatherings. In circle, we witness and honor one another for our gifts, our vulnerabilities, our joys, wisdom, challenges and heartaches. We do this by practicing the skill of being deeply present and real with ourselves and with others. When we listen and share with our hearts, imaginary walls of fear, competition, and the sense that we are alone in our triumphs and struggles evaporate. As we cherish one another in our wholeness, we collectively reap the benefits of each woman’s hard-earned wisdom and experience. As a community, we become more real, more connected, and more compassionate. Individually, we glean lessons and develop skills for a lifetime of wellness and thoughtful contribution.
This precious experience comes with responsibility; each member of our community is asked to show up with something to offer; her heart, curiosity, vulnerability, willingness to play, and a fierce belief in her own inherent value, truth, and unique skills. When our confidence falters, we are reminded that we are held – that our feelings are normal, that they will pass, and our life will transform. Each woman standing her ground in the circle reminds the others that they too are a pillar of our community.
Our international tribe is a diverse array of aspiring and practicing healers, artists, writers and professionals of all varieties. This month we will be co-led in circle by our friend, Kim Henst, in an experience with reflexology. Kim is a certified reflexologist (https://reflexenflow.nl/), and will introduce us to our feet in new and profound ways!
Kim loves reflexology because “To be touched is very powerful. It has physical, emotional, mental and spiritual benefits. Some people get insights during treatment or get emotional. Afterwards, there is relief, clarity, and peace.”
Reflexology can be practiced on the hands or feet. A skilled eye can ascertain certain things - for instance, when someone is very tired - when examining the feet. Some areas of the body may be “overcharged,” and some “undercharged.” The experience of skillful touch can help us develop more awareness of body and mind, and the influence they have on each other, and to keep balance between them. Through a practice of sensitive touch, we can develop “a higher degree of sensitivity in connection with ourselves and other people. Practically speaking, we can heal and transform difficulties such as cold feet.”
Perhaps the most magical – and nuanced – aspect of embodied femininity is our deeply sensual experience of - EVERYTHING. The essence of Red Tent, also known as the Moon Lodge – is honing our ability to turn inwards with the intention to sense, feel, intuit, self-heal, and recalibrate. These abilities are – should be – as natural as breathing, though have been confounded, for many of us, by the complexity of modern living. We know that when healing practices are done in community – through the syncopating of our physiologic responses - the fruits of our efforts are exponential.
We would be so pleased if you would join us in our sacred practice of Community, Self-Care, and Contribution.
We are honored to have Kim’s contribution this month to guide us through a very personal and sensual experience. Please show her, and yourself, some love by joining us!
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