Healing Retreat – After The Loss of a Loved One

“The Only Cure for Grief is to Grieve” – Earl Grollman

Life shifts after a profound loss, and healing takes time.

Here is a retreat that offers holistic healing practices for the body, mind and spirit to use on your grief journey.  You will have the opportunity to share your grief with others in a safe, confidential, caring environment, as well as time for quiet self-reflection discovering skills to move forward.

What to expect:

Centering Breath & Guided Imagery – Learn to calm your central nervous system and direct your thoughts toward a healing image.

Yoga & Balance – Practice some simple yoga poses, taught by a yoga instructor, which calm your mind and help you find balance.

Writing as a Healing Tool – Gather ideas on how to begin a journaling practice which aids self-discovery and healing.

Creative Expression – Have fun creating a collage which represents healing.

Ritual – The day will begin with a healing ritual to honor your loved one and end with a ritual to bring hope.

Talking Cirlces – After each activity, there will be group time for sharing and compassionate listening.

Upcoming events: Young Adults ages, 18-25

January 31, 2015, 9:30 – 3:30 at Saint Mary’s University, President’s Room, Toner Center

Facilitated by: Eunie Alsaker, MSSW, LICSW, CT WSU Counseling Services and Jamie Sanders, MSW, APSW

Supported by: Elizabeth Callender King Foundation, Live Well Winona, Winona Health, SMUMN Wellness Center and WSU Counseling