GRATITUDE + BREATHWORK

Both the breath and gratitude can be powerful tools on their own. When combined together they can offer an even more powerful set of tools to reduce stress and anxiety and increase happiness. This workshop will be focused around the practices of gratitude and healing breathwork.

“It is not happy people who are grateful, it is grateful people that are happy.” - Elsie de Wolfe

BENEFITS OF GRATITUDE

The word gratitude - stems from the word Gratia in Latin, meaning 'gratefulness or thankfulness.' When we consciously acknowledge the things we appreciate (big or small), we can move into a state of being grateful. When we practice gratitude:

• We let our bodies know that everything is OK
• Our brain is notified to inhibit the production of stress hormones like cortisol
• We can reduce stress and anxiety - improving mental strength
• We can shift our mindsets from negative to positive - improving our psychological health
• We can be calmer and more relaxed
• We can improve relationships
• We can sleep better
• We can improve our physical health
• We can move into a greater state of happiness

When we are happy, we tend to be more focused, have more clarity and are better equipped to handle what life throws at us.

BENEFITS OF BREATHWORK:

This transformational breathing meditation, which is an active breathing meditation, allows you to connect with your breath on a deeper level. In a healing breathwork you may connect deeply with your mind, body and soul for the purposes of a self healing journey that starts all with the power of your own breath. It is a 3 part breathing pattern that can enable you to:

• Clear stuck energy (emotional, physical, mental and spiritual)
• Start working through blockages around pain and trauma
• Calm your nervous system by reducing stress and anxiety
• Improve clarity and focus
• Release toxins and boost immunity
• Start letting go of what you may be holding on to, creating space for personal transformation and growth.
• Leave feeling calm, relaxed and restored

You will do the active breathing meditation and then move into a normal breathing pattern for the integration. The breath is such a powerful tool, and when you can consciously connect with it, you can learn how you can use your breath regularly to support your nervous system and begin your own healing journey.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

This workshop will combine the power of a gratitude practice with the power of a healing breathwork session. We will start with a guided meditation focused on bringing awareness to the present moment and gratitude, a self-inquiry journaling exercise around gratitude and a guided breathwork journey. You will leave with increased clarity on what you are truly grateful for and use that power to reduce stress and anxiety and move to a happier, calmer state of being.

Come with an open mind and an open heart. While every breathwork experience is unique, you will generally feel empowered, relaxed and rejuvenated. Breathwork has the amazing capability of knowing exactly what your body needs in that moment!

Whether you are new to breathwork or have done it many times before, we will be creating a safe and supported space for you to have this experience. We will be going over how the breathwork works, what you can expect while doing the breathwork and go over any questions you might have before we begin.

WHO IS THIS SESSION FOR:

• Open to anyone and everyone
• You want to connect with your breath as a way to calm your nervous system
• You want to start a purposeful gratitude practice but don't know where to start
• You want to reset after a busy start to fall
• You want to ground yourself and get more centered
• You want to reduce stress and anxiety
• You want to increase clarity and focus
• You want to try something new

If you’ve tried breathwork before, great! Each experience is unique and if you’ve never tried it and are curious, this is the perfect time to do it. If you are new to it and want to learn more we are happy to set up a free 15 minute call to go over any questions in advance. You can email us at shannon@thecollectivealchemy.com

HOW TO GET SET UP AT HOME:

We will be doing the sessions online through Zoom. You will receive a link once you register. You will want to create a comfortable space in your own home. I recommend something that is cozy and quiet, away from distractions. Some suggestions include scents (from a diffuser or candles), crystals (if you are into that type of thing), sage, palo santo, etc. Whatever you enjoy to make you feel relaxed, calm and safe.

It is recommended to only eat a light meal (and no alcohol) before the session. Wear comfortable clothing.

You will be laying down so a yoga mat is recommended. Wear loose comfortable clothing, have your blanket, journal and pen close by.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT BREATHWORK WITH SHANNON:

"Shannon's virtual breathwork session was absolutely incredible. It was my first time ever doing breathwork and she was so welcoming and created the safest container possible. Immediately I felt safe, calm and at peace to surrender into the session wherever it was going to lead me knowing I was in good hands with her guidance. She kept checking in to make sure I was feeling comfortable throughout and her guided breathwork was something I'll never forget. One of the greatest emotional releases of my life. Her incorporation of meditation and journaling to set the stage for the breathwork was fabulous also. I am now obsessed with breathwork and will be taking her classes regularly and recommending them to everyone!" - Jamie

"Shannon is very knowledgeable and inspirational. She does an amazing job at connecting with everyone and making them feel comfortable. I did breathwork for the first time and it felt amazing and enlightening. I also felt way more relaxed after as well as connected with my body. I will and already have recommended her work to friends and family. I will for sure be a customer of Shannon moving forward." - Svend

"Shannon's gentle and easy approach to breathwork makes it accessible to anyone. She made me feel relaxed and at ease throughout the entire process despite how nervous I was. Her passion and knowledge shines through every session. I leave feeling relaxed, connected, clear and empowered - she's truly magical!" - Meaghan

"I enjoyed the workshop Shannon gave on virtual breathwork. I’ve always been resistant to meditation and breathwork since it can be hard for me to slow down and sit with my ‘stuff’ - mental clutter, body discomfort etc. Shannon gave a succinct workshop that flowed well. The opening meditation, journaling and breathwork, plus closing discussion went surprisingly quickly and I felt relaxed yet uplifted after. The practice is something I’ll take with me as a tool for wellbeing. I look forward to joining in on another session. Thanks Shannon " - Marcia

ABOUT THE COLLECTIVE ALCHEMY:

Shannon Frame - Founder of The Collective Alchemy - is a breathwork facilitator in Whistler BC. She will be leading you through the session. She initially fell in love with breathwork as a way to calm the nervous system and relieve anxiety and stress, and as a way to connect deeply with her soul. However, it is the transformative nature of breathwork combined with the unexpected, that enabled it to become a huge part of her life and is why she loves sharing it so much with others. As someone who loves to connect people, her goal is to build a community through her breathwork sessions where others can experience this same deep freeing sensation, release what might be holding them back and open all possibilities to achieve the life they want to live. She truly believes in the magic of breathwork as a way to shed layers of trauma, pain, hurt etc in order to be the best version of yourself. Shannon is also a money coach focused on helping others change their mindset around money and release trauma around money. She is also the founder of UNLEASH Whistler - an event raised at helping people declutter their physical and mental space in order to get laser-focused and live the life they desire. You can find her @thecollectivealchemy or on Facebook.