Re-Connect
A Somatic Awareness and Journaling
Workshop
:: More Slowness, Less Stress ::
The busyness of our culture makes it difficult to slow down and pay attention to the subtle needs of our bodies and minds. We often feel stressed and stuck, which causes us to lose our sense of presence, both physically and mentally. In times of overwhelm, we become disconnected from ourselves and others when, in reality, connection is what we need.
In this workshop, you will explore gentle and specific movements inspired by early development and holistic approaches designed to release tension and regulate your nervous system. Once you have entered this safe and centered space, you will feel a reconnection to yourself. Journaling will then become an embodied practice that is meaningful, grounding, and insightful, helping to crystallize your experience of a peaceful and strong presence.
Join us for a morning of care, gentleness, and personal exploration to reconnect with yourself and take a break from life's overwhelm and stress.
Register with PayPal (button above) or via Venmo at
@Francine-Bonjour-Carter. Please write "ReConnect" and your email address in the comments so we can send you a confirmation.
Ticket is non-refundable. You may gift your spot to someone else; please let us know their name and email.
ReConnect is a monthly rendez-vous and happens on the third Saturday of the month. Registration is for the upcoming ReConnect workshop only (you can not register in advance for the later workshops).
Next sessions:
Saturday, September 20th
Saturday, October 18th
Saturday, November 15th
Saturday, August 16th / 9am-11am
The Wildflower Collective
16 East Eagle Road, Havertown, PA 19083
$45
Art by Amy Salmone©
Who is This For?
This workshop is for people who want to experience:
- Relief from emotional and physical tension
- Less stress and anxiety
- An authentic sense of presence
- Slowing down
- Feeling grounded in their body
How It Works
This mindfulness-based approach uses therapeutic movements and the principles of guided meditation to enhance your overall well-being, starting with the release of tension on a physical level and expanding to your mental and emotional states. Based on the Feldenkrais Method® of somatic education, NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) techniques, and the therapeutic aspects of journaling, ReConnect offers a unique and safe experience to regulate your nervous system and feel grounded in your body and mind.
The benefits include increased body awareness, reduced tension, and a deeper sense of calm and connection with yourself. No previous experience or skill level is required; the beauty of this practice lies in the fact that everyone begins where they are, allowing for personal improvement and discovery.
~ Bring your attention inward
~ Experience flowing, gentle movements
~ Build emotional regulation
~ Reconnect to yourself
You will lie on a mat and follow verbal instructions throughout the session. The movements are very slow and gentle, requiring your brain and nervous system to engage much more than your muscles. Between the movement sessions, you will have time to journal following meaningful prompts and guidance, and share your experience.
What to bring:
- A mat. A thick one is good, we want you to be very comfortable (we can provide one if you need)
- Your favorite notebook/journal and a pen
- Extra layers of clothing if you tend to be cold, you will not get warmed up by the movements
Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person's physical, emotional, and mental states.
Carol Welch, Biosomatic teacher
What People Say
Emily S.
Your classes and workshops are always great, and this has so much to do with you and the way you teach. It’s a gift that you have.
There is no sense of tension or expectation, I don’t feel any fear and so my body can go into a natural state easily.
You’re facilitating this very natural process and you are doing it beautifully, thank you.
Jennifer B.
You create the safest places that allow us to be our authentic selves.
Your events are always a source of happiness, growth, learning, and fun for me. It is so therapeutic.
Anna M.
Your workshops are a touchstone in my personal development journey. They allow me to slow down and focus on myself. Your presence is so calming and supportive, and I have learned so much - not only about my body, but also how I view myself and think in general.
Your Guide
Francine Bonjour-Carter
Francine brings over 20 years of diverse and rich experience in somatic awareness, nature-based spiritual practices, and trauma-informed work. Her practical and creative approach is grounded and compassionate, using therapeutic movement, awareness, and writing as tools for mental health wellness and self-expression.
Her classes and workshops are empowering, helping others navigate life with greater ease and feel truly at home within themselves.