What is Holding Space?

Holding Space is something Andreea and Lori do.  It's part of the role of the facilitator(s).  We picked a time, a place, and intention, then invite others into that space.

A six year old demonstrates holding space for ladybugs.

  "Does it mean we have to be quiet and listen?"

No, the concept of holding space is really about the facilitators.  We are holding space so that each of you have a place to come and process.

You'll have a feel for it once you've attended a few times.  When you show up for any given meeting or gathering, you bring whatever is going on for you at that moment.  You can't pre-plan that.  One time you may be up, energetically.  Another time you may be wiped out from a long day or week.  You may want to talk.  You may want to sit back and relax and observe and listen.  You may feel inspired to be an active listener for someone else.  Remember, it's your time.  You are responsible for tuning in to what's up for you and following your inner guidance.

  "Will there be anything besides a bunch of women talking?"

Yes, absolutely!  About half of each meeting will involve the opportunity to experience a new tool or process that is intended to help you gain perspective about the things going on in your life and process the changes and the learning (integration) so that you can keep moving forward.  The intention is to empower each of us through providing experiences that enlighten, engage, and inspire.