All I Want for Christmas is a Regulated Nervous System: The Boundaries Workshop
Is it even possible to be calm in the current chaos?
(Spoiler: yes.)
Many factors — political, economic, social, societal, familial, ecological, technological, and more — are messing with us. Things look scary, urgent, bad.
And nobody is coming to save us.
Now, more than ever, we must root down. Find ways to say no to infinite distractions and to practice yes to the present moment.
We didn't choose these circumstances, but we are the only ones who can regulate ourselves — regulate enough to do something good and meaningful in the face of it all.
In this workshop, Cory will facilitate simple skill-building practices. You will experience going from fast-heart-beating to calming yourself down in less than 30 seconds. We use the excellent neuroscientific research in the simplest, most practical ways.
Peace on earth? At least, peace in our hearts, at least some of the time. Take back the reins of your worried mind. Come co-create this workshop with us. You belong and you are not alone.
PLAN
1:50-2:00 Arrive & settle in
2:00-3:15 Part 1
3:15-3:30 Break
3:30-4:45 Part 2
LOCATION
1923 Fernwood Rd at the Little Gladstone Studio
The Little Gladstone Studio is on the 2nd floor around the back of the building. (Go around Little June, Stage, the children’s boutique, and turn right into the laneway. Look to your right and see the ramp up to the Studio space!)
COST
Pay what you can: $20 - 50
You can pay here, in cash, or via e-transfer.
Contact corylobbezoo @ gmail.com for trades or bursaries.
Qs
Can I come to just one half of the event? Yep.
Who is Cory the facilitator? Smol bio at https://mindfuladulting.substack.com/about
Is this a queer-friendly event? Yas queen (king, or ruler of any gender)
Are service animals allowed? Welcomed!
What facilities are on site? Washrooms, accessible space, kitchenette with drinking water.
What should I bring? A friend, a journal if you like (Cory will have pens and paper alternatively), comfy clothes, a morsel of courage.
Is this a repeat of Boundaries 101 or 102 or "Say 'No' More"? Nope; it's different.
Is there street parking nearby? Yes. Try Gladstone (or Stanley, Pembroke or Vining)
Is this on a bus route? Yep, the 22. And a short walk from some others (24/25, 11, 27/28, 2, 15, etc)
What's the idea behind this workshop? A few, including
You can grow from wherever you are now.
We can’t talk our way into empowerment: we need practice.
Navigating inner/interpersonal stress and conflict without panicking is an emotional intelligence skill that grows best in low-stakes settings like this.
We need to build resilience communally, not just individually.
Any questions or concerns - get in touch with Cory corylobbezoo @ gmail.com