Ceremony as a sacred practice for transformation
Ceremony can mark all kinds of important transitions in our lives. It offers an opportunity to pause, reflect, release and get more clearly aligned with our path ahead.
In today’s modern society we don’t all have regular sacred practices to mark major turning points in our lives. Our ancestors used to celebrate and acknowledge turning points as a way of honouring their life path. This allowed them to consistently take stock of their lives, offer gratitude for what they had and let go of what they no longer needed. They were in touch with the cycles of nature and understood that those cycles also reflected cycles in their own lives.
Be it as simple as honouring the path of the seasons throughout the year, or marking greater life challenges such as end of life, motherhood or first blood, ceremony brings people together, encourages us to go beyond our personal fears, restores our union with our sacred selves and provides courage to navigate life’s challenges and changes. When we share major transitions with others in ceremony, it offers a sense of community and belonging, and helps connects us all with the wisdom and guidance of our spirit.
Imagine what a wonderful world we would live in if we all lived more deeply in tune with the rhythm of our lives.
With over 8 years experience working for an independent funeral organisation and nearly 20 years performing seasonal ceremonies attuning to the rhythms of nature, Michelle is available to support you with end of life ceremonies, personalised funeral arrangements, blessingways, seasonal ceremonies, coming of age ceremonies, personalised birthday ceremonies and just about any other life transition you can imagine wanting to honour or celebrate sacredly.
Contact Michelle on 0408 081 455 for further information or to discuss your needs.
UPCOMING CEREMONY EVENTS:
- December 8th, 1pm – 4pm – Summer Solstice Ceremony, Bacchus Marsh $145
Join Michelle for a nourishing afternoon of qi gong, ceremony, and connection to the seasonal influence of the summer solstice.
Align your body, mind and soul with the rhythms of nature as we close out 2023 and prepare to embark on a new year. Take time to honour and reflect on your personal journey this year and begin preparing for the wondrous opportunities of the year ahead. www.trybooking.com/CLIFH - Michelle will run a short Samhain ceremony at the Gathering of Abundance market, Muckleford.
Thursday May 21st at 5pm. Entry $15
The Gathering of Abundance market celebrates the creativity in this region with local artisans selling their works, well-being workshops, musical & storytelling performances, a community Samhain ritual and delicious food made to pre-order. For more information: https://events.humanitix.com/gathering-of-abundance-samhain-celebration - Michelle is hosting a Grief Ceremony in Kyneton, Victoria.
Sunday July 1-5pm. Cost $85
Grief is a sacred emotion that doesn’t always have a sacred place in today’s society. However, in order to effectively continue on after grief, we must process the imprint life’s cycles leave on us. A safe space will be created for deep healing, genuine regard for the sacredness of life, and an opportunity to honour your personal journey with grief. For further information: www.trybooking.com/CGYES
For further information and to book your place, contact Michelle on 0408 081 455