Workshop 5: Releasing I

14 Black Poppies' Guiding Proverb:
Tears cleanse the soul as well as the I.
Release the hurt within. Participants will experience healing and cleansing rituals, which allow us to let go of emotional and mental anguish that often manifests as physical pain. A safe, non-threatening workshop on the art of letting go.
We will use:
Band-aids
Mandalas
Washing of hands
Silence
Participants can expect:
To connect with diverse individuals who are in need of renewal;
To experience the power of arts, wellness and community;
To walk away with a deeper understanding of the 14 Black Poppies method.
More about the Workshops:
Each workshop is rooted in one of 14 Black Poppies' 14 Proverbs. The 14 Proverbs, written by Jason Wyman and Margaret Bacon Schulze, exemplify 14 Black Poppies values: process, interdependence, space, movement, release, harmony, renewal, beauty, time, impermanence, artistry, discovery, repetition, and wisdom. Each workshop explores the guiding proverb/value through diverse practices and experiences including (but not limited to) writing, meditation, movement, theater games, visual art, inquiry, and more. By connecting generations, cultures, and experiences in a physical space, the workshops aim to democratize arts, wellness, and community practices and empower the participants to find new and innovative ways to bring arts, wellness, and community into their lives and communities.
About the Co-Founders/Facilitators:
Drawing on over 20 plus years in education, writing, theater, healing arts, youth development, social justice, event planning and strategic thinking, Jason Wyman and Margaret Bacon Schulze know how to build and sustain intentional community, unearth and cultivate hidden talents, formulate thought-provoking questions and explore possible answers/solutions/new directions. Their unique dynamic bridges generations, cultures and styles to bring out the best in people, situations and communities. They met each other through the Japanese Community Youth Center 13 years ago and have cultivated a tremendous friendship that blossomed into 14 Black Poppies.