Monthly Journeywork Circle

Journeywork is a spiritual practice in which participants alter their consciousness through classic shamanic non-drug techniques such as sonic driving, especially in the form of repetitive drumming, so that they can discover their own hidden spiritual resources, enhance their personal healing, and transform their lives.

Journeywork Circles with Soulfire Medicine are focused on achieving a deep meditative state to access internal spiritual resources for transformational self-healing. While these techniques are foundational to the Core Shamanic practices for accessing other spiritual realms and healing others, that is not the focus or purpose of these circles. 

Each month’s Circle will include:

·      Beginning group drumming/rattling session to help shift consciousness

·      A short teaching on the Elemental Energy focus to work with for personal healing, derived from the Daoist cycles of the Five Elements through the year

·      Two prompts for unique journeywork sessions, with drumming provided 

·      Debrief/journaling time and sharing opportunities for those who choose (there is no required sharing)

Participants will:

·      Bring a drum or rattle, yoga mat, journal, pen/pencil

·      Bring an eye covering of some kind that will block out light (just closing your eyes is not sufficient). Options include a thick cloth, sleep mask, scarf, bandana, MindFold, etc.

·      Wear comfortable clothing for lying down, and bring a blanket/pillow if required for your comfort

***Note: if you are new to Journeywork, please arrive 15 minutes early for a quick introduction.***

February Circle Theme

Water Element: Inner Nature/Drive/Ancestry/Purpose

Circle Dates:

February 18

March 10

April 14

May 12

June 9

July 14

August 11

September 8

October 13

November 10

December 8

The Journeywork Circle will be held monthly at a small event center in West Asheville, from 4-5:30pm. You can enroll for all the 2024 sessions to receive a 10% discount, or drop in for any session you choose.

Enroll at https://soulfiremedicine.janeapp.com by creating a profile and selecting “Journeywork Circle” as the session type. 

For the annual enrollment discount or to ask other questions, please email christina@soulfiremedicine.com

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About Journeywork

Journeywork is a tool from the core shamanic practices taught by Dr. Michael Harner, world-renowned shaman and cultural anthropologist.

The word “shaman” comes from the Tungus word saman, meaning “the one who sees/knows”. Shamanism, in a variety of forms and under many names, has existed in every culture around the world for time immemorial. 

Dr. Michael Harner dedicated his life to bringing shamanic practice back to western peoples who lost it through centuries of religious oppression. He was acknowledged as a powerful shaman by peoples around the around the world before his death, studying and receiving recognition from the Jivaro and Conibo peoples of the Amazon, the Coast Salish, Pomo, and Northern Paiute of western North America, the Inland Inuit and the Sami in the Arctic, the Tuvans of central Asia, and the assembled Siberian shamans of the Buriat people in Russia.    

To bring shamanic practice back to the West, Dr. Harner developed the system of Core Shamanism, which consists of the universal, near-universal, and common features of shamanism that are not bound to any specific cultural group or perspective. By using this system, Western spiritual seekers can reacquire access to their rightful spiritual heritage via a path of direct revelation. 

Training in Core Shamanism includes learning to alter your consciousness through classic non-drug techniques such as sonic driving (repetitive drumming) to discover your hidden spiritual resources, transform your life, and eventually learn how to help others. Core Shamanism does not focus on ceremonies or rituals connected to specific cultural practices, but rather on building individual relationship with one’s inner resources and compassionate helping spirits to navigate the space between worlds.

You can find more information about Core Shamanism by visiting shamanism.org. 

We are so excited to be able to host this weekly event. Larry came to one of our community drum circles and led us all in some rhythms. He's a phenomenal percussionist and teacher, and he has generously offered to teach a weekly class to the community by donation.

Bring a drum or he will have extras available to use.

We look forward to seeing you!

TAROT SCHOOL @ THE WELL

Level 1 - Astrology and The Tarot

Tarot School at The Well is an ongoing in-person curriculum focusing on the symbolic design elements behind the Rider-Waite, Thoth, and Golden Dawn tarot decks.

The series begins April 9th.

Level 1 - Astrology and The Tarot • Open to all levels

A series of four classes focusing on the astrology behind the world's most popular tarot decks. Each class in the series will focus on a different subset of the tarot cards (see the calendar below). A poster of a zodiac tarot wheel will be provided for each student to fill in as the series progresses. 

No prior experience in tarot or astrology is needed, just curiosity! 

Level 1 Calendar:

April 9th: Astrology of the Trump Cards

April 23rd: Astrology of the Minor Cards

May 14th: Astrology of the Court Cards

May 28th: Wrap-up, Group Discussion, Introduction to Level 2 (Classes TBA)

Upcoming Series TBA:

Level 2 Classes: Tarot on The Tree of Life.

Level 3 Classes: The Golden Dawn Color Scales, the color system behind the tarot.

About Your Instructor

Heather McCabe-Jones is the author of The Great Work Book: A Journal/Workbook for Tarot Symbolism and the founder of Numinous Press, a producer of study aids for students of the inner arts. She has studied tarot and esoteric literature for over 25 years and is a member of The Tarot Association of the British Isles where she teaches workshops on color meanings in tarot.

Cost: $20 per class

What To Bring:

Tarot Deck: Rider-Waite, Thoth, Golden Dawn, or any deck based on these. No Oracle decks, please. The Thoth Tarot is recommended for beginners as it has astrological correspondences included in the imagery.

Journal - Bring your own, or you can purchase The Great Work Book which is built specifically for this curriculum (see below)

RECOMMENDED ADD-ONS: Can be purchased at THE WELL prior to or the evening of classes.

Tarot Decks (Rider-Waite, Thoth, or Golden Dawn) $20+

The Great Work Book Tarot Journal for $35

On Wednesdays in May, we shall meet and draw together, with a live model to muse us!

Cost for the sessions is a suggested donation of $10-20, which is extremely helpful in paying for the space rental and model fee.

Please do bring whatever drawing supplies you want to work with, with mindfulness that we need to be able to clean up swiftly and leave the space pristine. If you use an easel or drawing board, feel free to bring those. We will have plenty of chairs, which can also be used as makeshift easels.

No previous drawing experience is necessary, just an attitude of openness and respect! Poses will range from 1-20 minutes.

I am very much looking forward to sharing creative space with you! Feel free to message directly or post here with any questions.

~Leifland Lore Winecoff

Chakras, Mythology and Astrological Symbolism

CLASS DESCRIPTION

AstrologerJohnny Barnett leads us on a 2-hour exploration of the basic building blocks of the Human being - the chakras- uncovering along the way our true nature and purpose, and helping us navigate the complexities of being an infinite spirit in a physical body.

We’ll see each Chakra in light of it’s planetary companion, as each of the 7 traditional planets of astrology corresponds to a specific Chakra- “as above, so below”. We’ll see the correspondences with the gods an goddesses of Mythology who share their names with those planets- seeing in their stories the instinctive nature of ourselves and the 7 basic energies every human comes here to experience and express.

BIO

Johnny is an astrologer, author and intuitive and has been practicing astrology for 30+ years. His complementary studies in symbolism, mythology, religion, Jungian psychology, physics and the works of contemporary and recent thinkers such as Eckhart Tolle and Joseph Campbell serve to connect the dots of a seemingly chaotic world, showing us our magical, inspiring place within it.

Johnny currently tours the country presenting his talk called “Chakras, Mythology and Astrological Symbolism” and giving private readings.

LINKS

Video preview on You Tube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MboNmK6hLII

Instagram - @chakraology

Facebook - /chakraology

Website: www.chakraology.org

Something special happens when we come together to sing. It is an ancient remembering of our communities gathering in circle, joining in one song, the repetition bringing us deeper into presence, transcending time and space. We lift our voices in joy, grief, and praise, and find that when we tune our voices together we tune into something bigger than ourselves. These songs remind us of our unique humanness, as well as our connection to all life- our belonging to the world. These are songs for everyone, regardless of singing experience.

Join us every third Thursday as we gather at The Well to sing as a community.

This month Lillie Lumina will guide the group in singing a variety of songs in the spirit of Liberation. You are also more than welcome to bring songs to teach the group! These circles take on a beautiful life of their own when we are all sharing together.

Suggested donation: $10-30
*no one turned away for lack of funds

Location: The Well
3 Louisiana Ave *please park at Ingles across the street.

We encourage you to arrive on time! I understand this is not possible for everyone- we still want you there! Please do your best

The healing power of the drum has been shared by cultures all over the world for thousands of years. Join an exploration of journey, meditation and deep healing, as your body is subconsciously carried to the supportive resonance of the heartbeat of creation. Gain guidance, insight and valuable information while releasing stress. Sit or lie down and allow your brain and body to experience a healing theta state for incredibly powerful transformation.

This particular offering is based on the teachings of Sandra Ingerman, trained by Michael Harner, international anthropologist and author of The Way of the Shaman. (Training - Leia Hart). This event is facilitated by Elizabeth Brady, an Educator (M.Ed.), trained Shamanic Practitioner/ Energy Healer and Song Leader with highly developed intuitive and shamanic abilities.

Cushions and chairs are available. Feel free to bring eye covering, yoga mat, blanket, meditation chair, a sleeping bag or your own pillow in order to ensure your highest level of comfort. A water bottle is suggested. The Well has a bathroom and a water dispenser.

The drum used for this event is a sacred Elk drum, crafted by the facilitator with mixed-blood Ani’yunwi’ya (Cherokee) Grandfather Rick McBride. This sacred Elk drum has been a vessel for powerful readings and healings for many people. The use of drumming and all of the cultures that have used drumming and drums are held in reverence. It is an honor to work with this Elk drum; it is honored and held with great respect, along with Elk spirit medicine.

The number of participants is regulated to a very small group in order to ensure comfort, safety and the best results. Please reschedule if there is coughing, sneezing or excessive throat clearing. *Participating under the influence of substances is not recommended.

Energy exchange- $20.00-$30.00

Register here.

Healing energy, through the drum, will be given for some participaints, if you are open.

You will receive instruction/ handouts/ resources on how to journey on your own so you can access information and guidance at anytime, without consulting outside sources.

Pen and paper are suggested to write down guidance/ messages that come through to you via words, symbols, pictures, etc. (they may also be sent through the facilitator and shared).

Facilitator contact information:

Elizabeth with Music, Movement & Mother Earth

(954) 298-2942

KidsMMME@gmail.com Feel free to ask for references/ testimonials or instructional resources

All are welcome.

*Information/ suggestions on How to Prepare for a Shamanic Journey is available online.

Being on time is necessary, as the doors must be locked at 1: 10 (before drumming begins).

Park at Ingles and cross the street, walking around the side of the Magic Mountain building.

Arriving 10- 15 minutes early to set up your space journey is highly suggested. Thank you.

It would be an honor to work with you and be a part of your journey.

We are so excited to be able to host this weekly event. Larry came to one of our community drum circles and led us all in some rhythms. He's a phenomenal percussionist and teacher, and he has generously offered to teach a weekly class to the community by donation.

Bring a drum or he will have extras available to use.

We look forward to seeing you!

WOMEN'S WAYS™ CIRCLE circa 1990

join Habanero 

in Asheville NC

EMPOWERING!   TRANSFORMATIVE!   TIMELY! 

Tuesday, February 20 at 7 PM  

This Circle is Open to all women regardless of age or spiritual practice. 

Circle is our heritage, a way to feed our Sacred Sense of Self! 

Creature Comforts: refillable water bottle to keep hydrated. 

Wear: a skirt/dress to honor the tradition of this lineage. 

Bring: a rattle for our Welcoming Healing Chant 

Circle Fee: $25

https://moonfiremeetinghouse.com/moonfire-community/circles/circles/
Save you a spot at Circle?  Simply text 631.252.1311 to receive logistics and details.

On Wednesdays in May, we shall meet and draw together, with a live model to muse us!

Cost for the sessions is a suggested donation of $10-20, which is extremely helpful in paying for the space rental and model fee.

Please do bring whatever drawing supplies you want to work with, with mindfulness that we need to be able to clean up swiftly and leave the space pristine. If you use an easel or drawing board, feel free to bring those. We will have plenty of chairs, which can also be used as makeshift easels.

No previous drawing experience is necessary, just an attitude of openness and respect! Poses will range from 1-20 minutes.

I am very much looking forward to sharing creative space with you! Feel free to message directly or post here with any questions.

~Leifland Lore Winecoff

Ready to unlock 5D Sexuality? Join us for a powerful mystical breathwork experience and access multi-dimensional love. In this workshop you will intimately explore your desires as you’re guided on an inner journey through each chakra. This experience will leave you feeling more connected, open and buzzing with bliss as you become  magnetic to your desire. For singles and couples.

If you’re single, this experience helps you connect to your heart and body in a way that activates your intuition and aligns your energetic body to be a match to the desire you’re calling in. Think of it as a physical manifestation practice.

For couples, this experience allows you and your partner a safe space to explore energetic pleasure and profound intimacy on a multi-dimensional level.

May 22, 7:30pm-9pm

Olivia Dydyna

Certified VITA, Tantric Sex & Men’s Sexuality Coach. Author of International Best Seller “We Are The Sacred Feminine Rising”.

Olivia has always been curious about the human experience and has never shied away from talking about sex. She helps clients connect to their sacral energy so they can experience success in sex, love and relationships. Her approach to healing and expansion is through playful exploration of our body-mind connection and her methods include energy embodiment, inner child work, and sacred sexuality. Certified in the Vital Integrated Tantric Approach, she helps men and women experience a deeper connection with themselves and the world around them through the power of their own sexual energy. If you’re ready to become a new, empowered version of yourself that is in alignment with your true desires, connect with Olivia.

https://www.instagram.com/prettygypsydreams/

www.besexessful.com

We are so excited to be able to host this weekly event. Larry came to one of our community drum circles and led us all in some rhythms. He's a phenomenal percussionist and teacher, and he has generously offered to teach a weekly class to the community by donation.

Bring a drum or he will have extras available to use.

We look forward to seeing you!

TAROT SCHOOL @ THE WELL

Level 1 - Astrology and The Tarot

Tarot School at The Well is an ongoing in-person curriculum focusing on the symbolic design elements behind the Rider-Waite, Thoth, and Golden Dawn tarot decks.

The series begins April 9th.

Level 1 - Astrology and The Tarot • Open to all levels

A series of four classes focusing on the astrology behind the world's most popular tarot decks. Each class in the series will focus on a different subset of the tarot cards (see the calendar below). A poster of a zodiac tarot wheel will be provided for each student to fill in as the series progresses. 

No prior experience in tarot or astrology is needed, just curiosity! 

Level 1 Calendar:

April 9th: Astrology of the Trump Cards

April 23rd: Astrology of the Minor Cards

May 14th: Astrology of the Court Cards

May 28th: Wrap-up, Group Discussion, Introduction to Level 2 (Classes TBA)

Upcoming Series TBA:

Level 2 Classes: Tarot on The Tree of Life.

Level 3 Classes: The Golden Dawn Color Scales, the color system behind the tarot.

About Your Instructor

Heather McCabe-Jones is the author of The Great Work Book: A Journal/Workbook for Tarot Symbolism and the founder of Numinous Press, a producer of study aids for students of the inner arts. She has studied tarot and esoteric literature for over 25 years and is a member of The Tarot Association of the British Isles where she teaches workshops on color meanings in tarot.

Cost: $20 per class

What To Bring:

Tarot Deck: Rider-Waite, Thoth, Golden Dawn, or any deck based on these. No Oracle decks, please. The Thoth Tarot is recommended for beginners as it has astrological correspondences included in the imagery.

Journal - Bring your own, or you can purchase The Great Work Book which is built specifically for this curriculum (see below)

RECOMMENDED ADD-ONS: Can be purchased at THE WELL prior to or the evening of classes.

Tarot Decks (Rider-Waite, Thoth, or Golden Dawn) $20+

The Great Work Book Tarot Journal for $35

On Wednesdays in May, we shall meet and draw together, with a live model to muse us!

Cost for the sessions is a suggested donation of $10-20, which is extremely helpful in paying for the space rental and model fee.

Please do bring whatever drawing supplies you want to work with, with mindfulness that we need to be able to clean up swiftly and leave the space pristine. If you use an easel or drawing board, feel free to bring those. We will have plenty of chairs, which can also be used as makeshift easels.

No previous drawing experience is necessary, just an attitude of openness and respect! Poses will range from 1-20 minutes.

I am very much looking forward to sharing creative space with you! Feel free to message directly or post here with any questions.

~Leifland Lore Winecoff

Exploring our consciousness and fostering relationships with our guides in the lower world, upper world, and middle worlds. Traveling in the tradition of Core Shamanism via sound. The live drum beat encourages the theta brain wave state--the liminal state of consciousness. Theta brain waves often occur when we're going to sleep or waking up, dreaming, and when we're meditating or deeply relaxed. This brain state is a gateway to dimensions of consciousness where we can meet and receive guidance from our power animals and teachers, where we can experience healing and discover more of our truth. Sharing and/or listening to another person's experience in the circle provides grounding, integration and grows our incredible, supportive community!

Feel free to bring a hand drum and learn to drum while journeying if you haven't already!

Snacks are provided for grounding and fellowship afterwards.

We journey to a diversity of themes and advancing practices. To see what's up for the next one, check out our Events Calendar.

No previous experience of shamanic journeying necessary. 

For more details on what to bring, payment, etc, please go here

We are so excited to be able to host this weekly event. Larry came to one of our community drum circles and led us all in some rhythms. He's a phenomenal percussionist and teacher, and he has generously offered to teach a weekly class to the community by donation.

Bring a drum or he will have extras available to use.

We look forward to seeing you!

Tarot Club is a monthly meetup at the Well that explores the tarot as a metaphysical practice. Each month, we’ll study a new method, approach, or way to work with the cards while engaging in personal journeywork. This meetup is part learning and part self-exploration.

Tarot Club will be led by Rebecca of Laughing Eye Weeping Eye Tarot. Rebecca is a full-time tarot practitioner, author, deck creator, and artist. She’s been teaching tarot for over a decade.

You can learn more about her work here: https://www.rebeccaschoenecker.com

Cost: Tarot Club is a recommended donation of $20, although no one will be turned away for lack of funds. You can pay in person with cash, Venmo, or Zelle.

Bring: A tarot deck, journal, and any magical items (crystals, talismans) that you find helpful. 

We look forward to journeying through the tarot with you! All skill levels welcome.

SoulFire Inside is a community drum, dance and chant circle, that is facilitated by Mz. imani.

We come to these circles, as individuals, and we leave feeling we are a pART of a community, a collective of people who Drum Dance + Chant For Peace.

The set and setting, drumming, improvisational music, circumambulatory dance and art, inherent to SoulFire Circles, cultivates beauty, helps to clarify intentions, and curates conscious evolution, that feeds the Body, Mind + Soul, both personally and collectively.

Doors @ 6:30pm
Drum Class @ 6:45-7:45pm
SoulFire Circle @ 8-10pm

suggested reciprocity
$10-$15 Class
$10-$15 Circle
$15-$30 Both
Drums Available or Bring Your Own Drum.

Kind Regards:
Mz. imani

Exploring our consciousness and fostering relationships with our guides in the lower world, upper world, and middle worlds. Traveling in the tradition of Core Shamanism via sound. The live drum beat encourages the theta brain wave state--the liminal state of consciousness. Theta brain waves often occur when we're going to sleep or waking up, dreaming, and when we're meditating or deeply relaxed. This brain state is a gateway to dimensions of consciousness where we can meet and receive guidance from our power animals and teachers, where we can experience healing and discover more of our truth. Sharing and/or listening to another person's experience in the circle provides grounding, integration and grows our incredible, supportive community!

Feel free to bring a hand drum and learn to drum while journeying if you haven't already!

Snacks are provided for grounding and fellowship afterwards.

We journey to a diversity of themes and advancing practices. To see what's up for the next one, check out our Events Calendar.

No previous experience of shamanic journeying necessary. 

For more details on what to bring, payment, etc, please go here

A sister gathering to Mz. Imani White’s 1st Friday Soulfire Inside Drum and Dance events at The Well in West Asheville, which are open to ALL, this event is open to ALL who identify as WOMEN. The first hour will be a drum class led by Mz. Imani, a powerful force in the Asheville drum community who works to continue the legacy of her teacher and mentor, the great Nigerian drummer, educator and activist, Babatunde Olatunji. The second hour will be a freeform drum, dance and chant circle.

Drums are provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

Wear loose comfortable clothing.

Expect an intense experience!

Exploring our consciousness and fostering relationships with our guides in the lower world, upper world, and middle worlds. Traveling in the tradition of Core Shamanism via sound. The live drum beat encourages the theta brain wave state--the liminal state of consciousness. Theta brain waves often occur when we're going to sleep or waking up, dreaming, and when we're meditating or deeply relaxed. This brain state is a gateway to dimensions of consciousness where we can meet and receive guidance from our power animals and teachers, where we can experience healing and discover more of our truth. Sharing and/or listening to another person's experience in the circle provides grounding, integration and grows our incredible, supportive community!

Feel free to bring a hand drum and learn to drum while journeying if you haven't already!

Snacks are provided for grounding and fellowship afterwards.

We journey to a diversity of themes and advancing practices. To see what's up for the next one, check out our Events Calendar.

No previous experience of shamanic journeying necessary. 

For more details on what to bring, payment, etc, please go here

Sonic Immersion with Wolfgang Ettenreich                                                                                  

Link: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/TU99WJ9TQQVBL    (to register)

Website: https://theluminousnow.com/all-events/

Cost: sliding scale $20-$35

Date/Time: Sunday June 30, 1-3 PM

Through the vibrations of the ancient didgeridoo, various other instruments and the sounds of light language, you’ll be invited to relax into a sonic landscape to help you find your own inner clarity, inspiration and wisdom for these times.

"When you regain a sense of your life as a journey of discovery,

you return to rhythm with yourself"

~ John O'Donohue ~

This Sonic Immersion is an invitation to simply be with what is in the moment, the impermanence of our experience as sounds emerge and subside. And being ok with whatever arises, just as Rumi says: “… Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor. Welcome and entertain them all! …”

Together we will traverse a soundscape, created by the sound and vibrations of the ancient didgeridoo, crystal singing bowls, drums, vocal expression via Light Language and several other instruments. Some of which will be played close to or over your body if you do like some more intense, activating vibrations.

May this journey assist you finding your own inner clarity, inspiration and wisdom for these times.

Bring whatever makes you comfortable to lay down (or sit) for an extended period of time and allowing you to fully enjoy this journey: a mat, blanket, pillow, eye cover to name a few things.