 Happy Summer ~ July 2023 Warm sunny days of June enabled many events to move outside, weaving sound magic with the sounds of nature, from the vibrant Family Retreat at High Nature, on to the outdoor Yoga Sala at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm, with very inquisitive Alpacas, beautiful Mothercombe House, two Home Ed groups with enthusiastic children and the beautiful Deer Wood Trust. I was thrilled to be invited to a local primary school during their ocean theme week to take the children and staff on an ocean themed sound journey focusing on the waves of breathe, waves of sound and a guided meditation.Summer Solstice Sound Journey bookings at many events and the Summer Solstice Retreat Day with Katie Carswell (Women’s Circles) were such a joy celebrating summer, the nourishment of the sun, but most importantly celebrating all who joined. I have also been honoured to share Sound Journey’s at some fabulous retreats with amazing yoga teachers I am feeling sun kissed and super grateful.    July signifies the height of summer and all its glorious radiance. The rising summer energy is powerful for acting on our intentions, making things happen, growing creativity and remembering self-love practices, to pause, breathe and take in the beauty. Summer Solstice around a fire, with beautiful people, sharing gratitude for the first half of the year and setting intensions, nothing complicated just appreciating being in the moment, the wonderful energy, warmth and nourishment that summer can bring.Why not offer yourself some time, just for you, this July, to reflect on your inner light and radiate joy. Events to bring June to a close Tuesday 27th June 7-8pm Sounds in the Gallery Harbour House, Kingsbridge Previous Sounds in the Gallery have been an absolute joy, not only were the acoustics wonderful but the strong vibrations felt through the floor, really enhanced the Sound Journey experience. £15Friday 30th June 7-8pm – Sounds by the Sea Start Bay Studio ~ Thrilled to be returning, to offer my monthly sound journey / gong bath for relaxation, at the beautiful yoga studio, by the beach, sometimes you can even hear the waves!The perfect way to relax, unwind, let go of any stress or tension and refresh the body and mind. Sounds by the Sea Torcross £15  Retreat booking with amazing yoga teachers in the most beautiful spaces  The first Monday of July falls on the Full Moon. July’s is known as “Buck Moon” which has Native American origins as it coincides with the time of year when male deer, or bucks, start to grow their antlers. These antlers are a symbol of strength and growth, which is why the Buck Moon is often associated with renewal and rejuvenation.🎶 Monday Monday 🎶 Start the month relaxed! Monday 3rd July 1- 2pm Kingsbridge Lunchtime Lie Down – Harbour House. An invitation to connect with deep stillness and simply be, using different world instruments known for their frequency and vibrational qualities to lead you on a sound journey to a place of relaxation. £12 Monday 3rd July Modbury Therapy Centre Two sessions 5.30 – 6.30pm or 7-8pm Full Moon – Sound Journey / Gong Bath to connect to Stillness at Modbury Therapy Centres beautiful Yoga Barn. The perfect way to relax, unwind, let go of any stress or tension and connect to body, mind and spirit. Journey with sounds to a place of deep relaxation and rest. £15Friday 7th July 7- 8pm Plymouth Wellbeing Centre Start the month relaxed. Looking forward to returning to offer a Sound Journey (1st Friday monthly) come an be immersed in the beautiful sounds of the Hang Drum, Gongs, Singing Bowls and Native Flute, snuggle down, relax and journey to stillness and deep rest ~ a time just for you £15 Sunday 9th July – Summer Special Soothing Sunday Yin & Sounds collaboration with lovely Natalie (love yoga tree) and owner of Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm (10-11.30am) £15 booking directly with Natalie – [email protected] Future Date for Soothing Sunday Sound Journey’s 6th August 3rd September  Sunday 9th July 4-5.45pm thrilled to be collaborating with Emily Price for SOMATIC & SOUNDS IN THE WOODS Join Emily and I for a slow somatic flow and sound healing in the pristine natural setting of Deer Wood Forest.Submerge into soma (felt senses), reconnect to your self, bathe in the healing sounds of nature and Helen’s instruments.You will leave feeling restored and well rested.Ready to flow into the week ahead. (gentle yoga suitable for everyone including beginners) £40pp For further info / Booking please email [email protected] Thursday 13th July 7-8pm Sherford Village Hall Heartfulness Yoga and Sounds ~ Press pause, unwind and let us guide you on a restful journey to discover calm and stillness within. The perfect re-set for a busy life. A blissful combination of gentle yoga and live soothing sounds. £15 Saturday 22nd July 10am -12.30pm Circle & Sound at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm Celebrating Lammas £40 Following the wheel of the year (the Celtic Sabbats) tuning into each celebration and its unique energy is a wonderful way to honour the cycles of life ~ yours and natures, we arrive at Lammas. We will spend a blissful morning together meditating, visualising and journalling, linking to the energy of Lammas, tuning into all you wish to manifest ready to welcome the new season ahead, plus time to greet and feed the alpacas, if you wish, all in the beautiful setting of Dartmoor Reach. It is a joy to collaborate with Katie Carswell creating immersive sound journeys for our Sabbat Celebrations- Bookings through https://katiecarswell.com/circle-and-sound/  Friday 28th July 7-8pm – Sounds by the Sea Start Bay Studio ~ Thrilled to be returning, to offer my monthly sound journey / gong bath for relaxation, at the beautiful yoga studio, by the beach, sometimes you can even hear the waves!The perfect way to relax, unwind, let go of any stress or tension and refresh the body and mind. Sounds by the Sea Torcross £15Sunday 30th July 4.30-6.30pm Sounds in the Woods (just 2 spaces left) I feel blessed to be able to share Sound Journey’s in the tranquil setting of Deer Woods in Loddiswell. https://thedeerwoodtrust.orgYou will be safely held by the Earth, immersed in the healing sounds of Gong, Hang Drum, Crystal & Tibetan Singing Bowls and Native Flute, ending with silence as we lay to absorb the nurturing energy and witness the beauty of nature in these serene surroundings.2hr sessions to Relax, Connect & Unwind in nature £38 Future dates ~ Sounds in the Woods Friday 11th August 5-8pm Special (see details below) Thursday Aug 17th 10am -12 Wednesday Aug 30th Full Moon 6-8pm Private group bookings available in these beautiful woods by arrangement (minimum 6 max 10) AUGUST SPECIAL Friday 11th August 5pm – 8pm So excited to be collaborating with Lisa (Deer Wood) to bring you Frequencies & Feast in the Forest.After your blissful Sound Journey, there will be a gentle wander back through the wood to join in-house tutor, Lisa Pugh at the Deer Wood Outdoor Kitchen. We will sit around the banquet table in this tranquil setting and complete the evening with a fabulously fresh plant-based feast.You will leave Deer Wood feeling fully nourished on every level.Deer Wood is a plant-based venue and they always serve Earth-friendly foods, only using sustainable ingredients that are, where possible :OrganicLocally sourcedForagedHomegrownPalm oil freeGluten-freeWith 20 years of experience as a Food Teacher and having turned to a vegetarian diet at the age of 16, then vegan in 2017, in-house tutor Lisa has a wealth of knowledge to share. £60Booking through Lisa please email [email protected]    If you would like to join a session but are experiencing financial difficulties please do get in touch. I am happy to offer reduced rates for my solo sessions, for those who need it. Just wanted to add, as I was recently asked, apart from Circle & Sound collaborations with Katie Carswell Women’s Circles & Well-being all other sessions are open to men too. SO Much gratitude to everyone who join sessions, collaborations and private bookings in June, it really has been a sound full month. To honour everyone who attends and to give something back to our beautiful earth, I started to plant trees, through www.Ecologi.com So thrilled that my ‘SoundForest’ is growing, 294 trees added this June – a total of 2,518 trees now planted x Thank you x  May the sun bring you new energy by day, may the moon softly restore you by night, may the rain wash away your worries, may the breeze blow new strength into your being, may you walk gently through the world and know it’s beauty all the days of your life. APACHE BLESSINGJuly in the heady energy of summer try and make some time for you, to rest, relax and radiate love 💕 Warmest Wishes Helen x |