Throughout our parenting journey, we can find ourselves seeking parenting wisdom from others but feeling like something is missing. As women, we often need to process the tremendous unfolding that is being a mother through each changing stage. We need the time and space to expand into motherhood, to consciously reflect on what it brings up in us and heal any history that created patterns we do not wish to repeat. We need to breathe, surrender and move back into love, presence and connection.
What is a Conscious Mothering Circle?
Conscious Mothering Circles are intimate groups of mothers (of children of all ages) who come together monthly by telegroup to connect within and with each other.
In the ancestral tradition of wise women and ancient sisterhood, circles help mothers explore challenges that impede them from being the mothers they want to be. While every mother decides how “deep” she wants to go each time, there is always the safe and sacred space for exploration of any issue that a mother is facing. Mothers guide their process and are always supported in a way that honors and respects their innate wisdom and potential.
Conscious Mothering Circle
Every mother seeks to be the best mother she can be for her children. Yet, without prioritizing herself and taking time to be deeply nurtured, her days can feel less joyful than she hoped. Because our days as parents can pass too quickly, Conscious Mothering Circles help mothers make the most of every moment with their children by reconnecting to the self-love and connection that empowers and heals, and the support of mothering community that nurtures and inspires.
What Can I Expect from Conscious Mothering Circle
The Circle is designed to adapt and flow with the needs of each particular group of women. However, it is also specifically designed to offer a comprehensive journey into what it means to be a conscious woman and mother today.
The result is a powerful and safe space to find true, compassionate and clear support as you journey through motherhood.
Conscious Mothering Circles integrate time for:
- Centering: we begin with a calming meditation and visualization, and a few moments to reconnect to your soul and tune into what would feel loving to explore.
- Listening and Exploration: Mothers who choose to, explore their challenges more deeply and receive empathic guidance from Sylvia while they are held in the safe and sacred listening space of the circle. All participants are invited to share any feedback or wisdom that feels helpful.
- Topic Discussion: As time allows, any topics that were identified by the group are discussed, such as: relationships, attachment, sleep, nutrition/health, gentle discipline, family rhythm, and so on. During this time, we also share stories of our rites of passage; our births, birthdays, coming of age, leaving home, marriage, pregnancy, and our children’s births, all of which influence the way we mother.
- Closing: We close each gathering with a simple gratitude prayer and visualization to empower us as we return to mothering life.
How do I participate?
All Conscious Mothering Circles include one individual support meeting per quarter and require a FOUR month commitment by participants to ensure the safety and continuity of the group.
Once you have completed a 4 month series, you have the option to continue on a monthly basis.
Conscious Mothering Circles are held in person and online. Please contact Sylvia for details to find the Circle that works best for you.
Testimonials
In the words of two beautiful mothers:
“Sylvia has taught me how to love and honor myself so that I can be more like the mom I know in my heart I can be. She has taught me to listen to my heart, follow my gut, and not be afraid to feel my feelings. She has taught the importance of self care and importance of being present for my family. She has taught me that it is not selfish to take care of myself. In fact, with her help I was able to see that neglecting my needs was actually harmful to me and my family. I can’t speak highly enough about her circle. Thank you Sylvia!”
~Danielle C, Claremont CA
My healing experiences facilitated by sharing circle are largely contributed to Sylvia’s ability to create the most welcoming sacred space and her natural, neutral presence. Having a grounded, and awake circle leader like Sylvia makes me feel comfortable, and trusted in my strength and wisdom. I am so grateful to know and experience the shifts in awareness from sharing circle, and recommend it for all women who want to connect with their inner power.
~Maria, Garden Grove CA
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