Goddess workshop - for all genders

Date: Sat 07 Nov

Facilitator: Shonaid MacDonald 

Time:  6:00pm to 8:00pm

ABOUT THIS WORK

Gathering Your Light: A Winter Journey with Brighde

As the days grow shorter and winter approaches, join us for a gentle evening of reflection, connection and wellbeing, inspired by the Celtic Goddess Brighde.

Brighde’s gifts of inspiration, healing, creativity and inner strength belong to all people, and this workshop welcomes anyone who feels drawn to explore Her story and symbolism, regardless of gender or background.

Together we will create a calm and nurturing space to pause from the demands of everyday life. Through gentle breathwork and a guided visualisation accompanied by sound, you will be invited to slow down, settle your mind and reconnect with yourself.

Travelling in our imagination to Brighde’s ancient well and the Silver Hawthorn, we will reflect on the experiences, strengths and wisdom gathered throughout the year. It is an opportunity to recognise personal growth and resilience, honour what has supported us through times of change, and consider what we would like to carry forward into the winter.

In Celtic tradition, the hawthorn is associated with thresholds, marking the boundary between one place or state and another. The Silver Branch, or Craobh Airgid, is a symbol of crossing those thresholds and moving from one place or state to another. As winter approaches, it offers a fitting image for transition - a time to pause, reflect on where we have been, and consider what we want to carry forward.

Guided by this symbolism, we will create our own Silver Hawthorn Branch (Craobh Airgid), adding small bells to create a delicate musical instrument.

As we make our branches, we will reflect on our own intentions, hopes and the qualities we would like to nurture through the winter. The finished branch becomes a tangible reminder of this time of reflection, while its gentle sound offers an opportunity to pause, breathe and reconnect with a sense of calm and grounding.

You might hang your branch above your door, enjoy its gentle sound at home, or use it as a simple reminder to make space for yourself and your wellbeing during the winter months.

This workshop offers a safe and nurturing opportunity for self-care, reflection and personal growth, helping you reconnect with a sense of balance, connection and inner strength.

It is a chance to step away from everyday pressures, spend some time with yourself and others, and explore creativity in a supportive and welcoming environment.

No previous experience is needed. All materials are provided.

Leave with your own Silver Hawthorn Branch — a beautiful handmade musical instrument and a personal reminder of the strength, resilience and light you carry with you as you cross into the winter season.

ABOUT SHONAID BRIGHDE-BRIGANTI 

Shonaid has always felt a strong connection to nature, spending much of her childhood outdoors, where she felt most at home. As a teenager, she studied Transcendental Meditation and Yoga, which sparked a lifelong interest in personal development and well-being. She went on to study Anthropology at university, drawn to cultures that value nature and traditional knowledge.

Shonaid spent nearly 40 years in education as a teacher and Head Teacher, both in the UK and internationally. She has always been committed to her own learning journey and in creating a safe and inclusive space to support others on their journey.

She has continued her personal and professional development through training in Mindfulness, Sound Healing (including group sessions and work with children), Cacao Ceremony Facilitator and is currently training as a Shamanic Practitioner. Shonaid trained in Glastonbury as Priestess of Goddess Brighde, using ceremonies and meditative practices to support healing and creativity. Her workshops are open to all, regardless of age or gender.

Shonaid's website: www.shonaidbrighde.co.uk

IMPORTANT INFO

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WEATHER: We will be warm and cosy inside the YURT where we have a wood burner stove, flat-back comfortable seats and blanket. We will also have access to the garden.

DONATIONS: Our work is made possible by our funders, supporting access for those facing financial hardship and wellbeing challenges. If that’s you, please book a FREE space. If however, you are someone who can contribute, it helps us cover core costs that usually are not supported by funders. Cash donations on the day is also okay.

NOTE: If you book and do not show up without providing a reason, it might impact your ability to book with us in the future.

QUESTIONS ? If you have any questions before or on the day regarding this event, please text: 07523 258705.

If you need any other support or have any concerns please contact our office on email holistic@planetary-healing or text: 075 0443 8763.

WHERE : YURT: Meet at 5 Cockdurno Farm, Balerno, EH14 7HZ. Bus 44 / 44A. At the village, stop at the third bus stop after the roundabout. From there, enter Cockburnhill Road and walk for approximately 12 minutes turning left following the signs to FREE Company. Just before the big farm house turn left to the cottages. We are the last cottage on your left and will meet you in the yurt at the garden.

PARKING: Free parking nearby. Please park beyond our house so our neighbours have their parking space free.

EMAIL REMINDER: You will get an email reminder of your event 3 days before it. Please make sure you add holistic@planetary-healing.org to your email address book or safe senders list. Also keep a regular eye on your inbox and spam folders as sometimes our emails end up there. This way you won't miss out on any important updates regarding your booking.

NOTE: On your arrival, please feel free to let us know your preferred pronouns (e.g. he/him, she/her, they/them) and what name you would like us to refer to you by.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Space is limited, so if for any reason you need to cancel, please let us know asap, so we can free up the space for others on the waiting list. Due to the amount of work involved, donations are non-refundable.

PHOTOS: Occasionally we take group pictures for promotions, reports, funders, newsletter and social media. If you would prefer not to be in the picture, please communicate this to the facilitator on arrival.