Empowered: The Boundaries Workshop
In the context of systemic oppression ("power over"), we must find and step into our power as individuals and the collective. We can develop power with our peers, and power for good.
In this workshop, we'll summon the wisdom of your body, drawing from situations in your real life where you feel both powerful and shaky. You will learn how to bridge yourself from fear into rooted empowerment. You will practice raising your voice with strength and authority! You will find your sweet spot to say a strong no without bitterness or anger. You will design a unique go-to mantra to keep your empowerment practice alive in the weeks and months to come.
"amazing, amazing workshop. It gave me so much food for thought and self-reflection. There was such a wealth of knowledge in that room. Thank you for holding that space. I felt a lot of growth even in the few days afterward." -Tiff, a Boundary Workshop participant
This interactive and inclusive workshop is for those who want to grow! You make sense. You are not alone. Everything is skill and habit — let's get building, together.
SCHEDULE
1:50-2:00 Arrive & settle in
2:00-3:10 Part 1
3:10-3:20 Break
3:20-4:30 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? Educator and nerd — see small 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