May 2024

Helen’s Sound Meditation ~ Welcoming May
April has been full of beautiful Sound, regular sessions, the addition of a Family session over the Easter Holidays, beautiful collaborations with Yoga & Pilates, children’s sessions have included local PreSchools a day at a Primary in the planning and an invitation for a fun session with the Kingsbridge Beavers, two gorgeous retreats and a new venue for Lunchtime Lie Down in Kingsbridge with parking-yah my back certainly appreciated this! I feel truly blessed to be able to share Sound Journeys Meditation, to connect with so many wonderful people and witnessing deep relaxation. 

On Earth Day April 22nd I received an email from Ecologi  awarding my little business with a Bronze Award for planting trees, I am thrilled and was reminded of Desmond Tutu “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” May is a beautiful month in Devon, the hedgerows are filling with primroses, fields of bright yellow, the sight and smell of bluebells, I’m so looking forward to Bluebell weekend at Deer Wood, wild garlic flowering, trees blooming, lighter longer evenings, nature generously offering its beauty. “A fine and subtle spirit dwells
In every little flower,
Each one its own sweet feeling breathes
With more or less of power.
There is a silent eloquence
In every wild bluebell
That fills my softened heart with bliss
That words could never tell.”
 Anne Brontë 
May, a time to awaken awe & wonder in ourselves, noticing the beauty, connecting to nature, finding stillness and peace.  So as nature begins to bloom, why not gift yourself some time, just for you to bloom too. If you would like to join a Sound Meditation this month to press pause“You are as welcome as the flowers in May”
 
Bringing April to a close 
Friday 26th April 7-8pm
Start Bay Studio – Torcross
SOUNDS BY THE SEA

Thrilled to be returning, to offer my monthly sound journey / gong bath for relaxation, at the beautiful yoga studio, by the sea.

This lovely, bright, warm studio is fully equipped with mats, bolsters and blankets, to enable you to turn up, settle and let the variety of beautiful global instruments including Handpans, Drums, Gongs Native Flute and Singing bowls lead you to a place of stillness, deep relaxation and rest.  
Booking essential, via Ticket Tailor –please click link
https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1118326
Introducing a Booking System Ticket Tailor, for most sessions, prices vary depending on venue / session.

Friday 3rd May  7- 8pm Plymouth Wellbeing Centre   
Looking forward to returning to offer a Sound Journey (First Friday monthly) come and 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  £15.50 Booking via Ticket Tailor please click link https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1119441

Bluebell Weekend 4th & 5th May Deer Wood 
10.30 – 5pm Woodland Well-being Special Event. By donation.  Enjoy a wonderful walk during Bluebell time in this peaceful woodland haven and get the chance to chat to all the outdoor well-being practitioners who offer sessions in the woods.
Taster Sound Journey’s throughout the weekend.
For full information and to book a parking slot please email Lisa: [email protected]
Sunday 12th May 10am – 1pm
Wild Earth Yoga & Sounds in the Woods 

Immerse in nature and the beautiful bluebell woods this spring for a morning of Yoga, Sounds, and relaxation.Collaboration with Chloe Wild Earth Yoga. Join us for a morning of self exploration, through Movement, Mantra, Meditation, Creativity & Sound. Drawing inspiration from the woods at Bluebell time, we will be focusing on natures connection.3 hours -£45 Booking via 
https://www.wild-earth-yoga.com/bookings
Monday 13th May 12-1pm Lunchtime Lie Down 
Kingsbridge Scout Hut

(First Monday Monthly apart from bank holidays)
PLEASE NOTE -New Venue, new time
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. £12.50 Booking through Ticket Tailor
please click on link 
https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1119861

Monday 13th May Modbury Therapy Centre
4.15pm – 5pm FAMILY SESSION 
 for a calm, fun session for the children to explore Sound Meditation. Calm breath, relaxing the body interweaving the beautiful sounds of Hand pan, Drum ,Koshi Chimes, Singing Bowls, Gong and Native Flute. 
After the joyful fully booked Easter Holiday session I thought I’d offer during termtime to see if there is interest.
These sessions are for children accompanied by their adult to explore sound meditation together. Moments of stillness. https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1198221Monday 13th May  Modbury Therapy Centre
Two sessions
5.30-6.30pm or 7-8pm 

(First Monday Monthly apart from bank holidays)
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. £15.50 Booking through Ticket Tailor – please click on link 
httpsa://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1119922 

Thursday 16th May 7-8pm Sherford Village Hall
Yoga & Sound
 with Georgina. Stillness through Movement, Meditation & Sound.  Join us for gentle Yoga accompanied by live Sound Journey leading to a place of stillness and rest.£18
https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1112476

Monday 20th May 7-8.30pm You, Me, Books & Tea Modbury Therapy Centre
Moment Meditation Book Circle, a journey of self-discovery. Booking essential, by donation  “The book to read is not the one that thinks for you but the one which makes you think.” 
Wednesday 22nd May 10am – 12
Sounds in the Woods  Embracing nature’s embrace, with an outdoor Sound Journey Meditation
 in the most beautiful setting, Deer Wood, Loddiswell. A mindful woodland walk, connecting to the elements, leading us to settling in the beautiful shelter, amongst the trees.  Safely held by the Earth, ready to be immersed in the sounds of Gong, Hang Drum, Crystal & Tibetan Singing Bowls and Native Flute, gently allowing the sound vibrations to relax, release and restore, ending with silence as we lay to absorb the nurturing energy and witness the beauty of nature in these serene surroundings.
2 hr sessions to relax, unwind and connect with nature. Followed by Tea before making our way back through the woods. £38 Booking via Ticket  tailor please click link https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1110276
Sunday 26th May 10am – 11am 
Soothing Sunday Sounds at beautiful Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm.  

A time to press pause, to snuggle down under blankets and journey with sounds to stillness.  Stay for a cuppa after and who knows an Alpaca may wander over to say hello! £18
Booking through Ticket Tailor – please click on link  
https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1118486
 
Wednesday 29th May 5.30 -7.30pm
Voice & Drum in the Woods 
with Lisa & Marc, an informal gathering by the fire. By donation, gratefully received. (All proceeds go towards the conservation & social outreach programmes at Deer Wood.)
Booking for this via email Lisa:[email protected]

Friday 31st May 7- 8pm  – Sounds by the Sea 
(Last Friday Monthly) Start Bay Studio, Torcross. 
Sound Journey / Gong Bath for relaxation, 
connecting to our breath and letting thoughts, like waves, come and go, immersed in sounds at the beautiful yoga studio, by the sea. £16
Booking through Ticket Tailor – please click on link https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1118326

Events open for Bookings​
I would welcome you to join me for a morning of reflection, connecting to Summer, an immersive Sound Meditation to welcome the solstice energy and time to connect and feed the Alpacas.
FOR INFO / BOOKING please click link
https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1198815
Sounding in the Season ~ Summer Solstice at Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm
Sunday 23rd Jun 10am -12.30pm
FOR INFO / BOOKING please click link

https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1198815

Saturdays July 20th – 10am – 2.30pm 
Venue – Clearbrook Village Hall, Clearbrook, Yelverton, Devon PL20 6JD
Women’s Wellness Day Retreat 

Due to the popularity of the collaborations with  Emma The Pilates Lady we are pleased to be able to offer a day retreat, Gentle Pilates based Stretching, perfect for beginners, or those who want to learn more about how Pilates can help improve our women’s health and wellbeing through movement.
Sound Journey for deep relaxation, delicious wholesome lunch and are thrilled to be joined by Kate Wilsmore – Women’s Health Physiotherapist, who has a passion for helping women with their health. As part of the day Kate will dive deeper into women’s health with an insightful talk, providing insight into optimising your pelvic health through all life stages.
Clearbrook Village Hall is a stunning location with Dartmoor ponies and sheep roaming outside. You’ll love the peaceful atmosphere and the beautiful environment.
For more details / booking (50% tickets now sold) https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1193028
Ticket Tailor ~ events and collaborations that  are bookable through Ticket Tailor are listed via this Link (every day with technology is a learning day for me!) so hope it works and makes booking / my admin more efficient.
https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation
 SAVE THE DATE ~ Sunday 8th September 
Thrilled to be hosting 

Details https://buytickets.at/helensoundmeditation/1201313
Money raised for crowdfunding Elise & Charlie Premanjali new album
SO Much gratitude to everyone who join sessions, collaborations and private bookings in April. 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, 174 trees added this April – a total of 4139 trees now planted x Thank you x.    From Ecologi – Together we are stronger, that’s why we believe in collective action – Share this special link with your friends and if they sign up, you’ll both receive 30sparkly trees! https://ecologi.com/helenphillips?direct
Please note
I strive to be as inclusive as possible however, gong baths are not advised for- first trimester of pregnancy – epilepsy -pacemaker.
By attending events you are confirming that you are fit, well and take full responsibility for your health and wellbeing, during and post event.Just wanted to add, as I was recently asked, apart from Women specific events, all sessions are open to all genders, plus there has been a number of requests from teenagers to attend with their adults and are most welcome.

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.  


Instagram – as many of you know my account was hacked I have reinstated an old account, here is the link if you would like to follow on that platform
https://www.instagram.com/helen.phillips.77?igsh=cXA3endqZWd4NHhp&utm_source=qr
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 lifeAPACHE BLESSING 

“You are as welcome as the flowers in May”​
Warmest Wishes 
💕 Helen 
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