Grief Circle

Whilst there is no set agenda, each Circle will have a gentle structure.

You can expect to arrive and be welcomed warmly by myself and a hot mug of tea waiting for you. The space will be beautifully set up with soft lighting, candles and gentle music. Yoga mats will be laid out and you will be invited to choose somewhere you feel most comfortable to settle in to the space.

We will generally begin the evening with some gentle embodiment practices designed to help us reconnect with the physical and emotional experience of the body; such as slow mindful movement, breath-centered movement, or somatic awareness practices. These practices can offer a safe and nurturing way for us to notice where grief and the emotions that walk beside it may be held in the body, giving them space to move through and be expressed.

As the evening unfolds, we will move through a gentle blend of grief-tending practices such as Yin yoga, meditation and mantra, writing or journalling, artistic expression e.g. drawing or watercolour painting, compassionate witnessing, and EFT (tapping). All practices offered will be invitational, and each person will be encouraged to attune to their own needs throughout the evening so that the space is everything that they want and need it to be.

There will be the opportunity during the evening to share (either with a partner or with the rest of the group) any reflections of the practice or anything that wants to be given a voice — however (and I can't emphasise this enough!) this is always optional. There will never be any pressure on anyone to speak within the group unless they feel called to share their voice. Everybody's experience and expression of grief is different and I want this space to honour that uniqueness.

We will bring the circle to a natural close with some form of soothing integration practice, and expressions of compassion and support.

There will be a selection of herbal teas offered throughout the evening.

No, Grief Circles are not just sad spaces. While they do offer a place to express and process feelings of sorrow and grief, they are much more than that. These circles are spaces for healing, connection, and growth, where a full range of emotions can be experienced and honoured. And, while sadness may arise, many people also feel a sense of relief when they can finally express their grief in a safe and supportive environment.

The shared experience of grief can create profound connections between those who attend, fostering a strong sense of understanding, compassion, and solidarity.

The practices that we will be moving through, also invite us to honour not only the loss, but also the love and life that came before it. There may be reflections on cherished memories, gratitude for what was, or the creation of new meaning moving forward. So, while it’s true that grief can bring sadness, Grief Circles are also spaces for embracing the fullness of the human experience—including hope, joy, resilience, and the possibility of transformation.

In order to keep a safe and intimate feel, the circles will be limited to 8 spaces.

Whatever you feel most comfortable in. Most weeks we will likely be doing some gentle movement or Yin yoga, so it may be a good idea to wear something that enables you to move easily. You are most welcome to bring fluffy socks, jumpers, and blankets—these evenings are to nurture your heart and soul, so please bring or wear whatever helps you to feel cosy, safe and comfortable.

Most importantly, just yourself. A selection of herbal teas will be offered throughout the evening however you may wish to bring a bottle of water. You may want to bring your journal if you have one, as well as a blanket and small cushion to sit on.

Not at all. If you feel called to share your voice into the space then you would be most welcome to and we as a group will hold you in the space as you do. However, there is absolutely no pressure to share. I understand that everybody's experience and expression of grief is different and I want these spaces to honour that uniqueness. For some people, it is healing for their grief to be spoken and given a voice, whilst for others it is healing for their grief to be witnessed quietly. There is no right or wrong way to grieve. You will be encouraged throughout the evening to do what is most supportive for you—no judgment, no pressure, no justification.

Tears are a natural and healthy response to grief and are the hearts way of expressing it's deepest emotions. These spaces are safe, supportive environments where all emotions—tears included—are welcomed and honoured. Everyone within the circle, despite their experience of grief being different, will understand the heaviness and ache of loss. So you can know and trust that we will all be holding space for one another's vulnerability.

Each week I will guide us through various different practices, tools and rituals to help manage grief and regulate the nervous system. So you will also be building your own internal well of resources and practices to help you through your experience of grief outside of the Grief Circles.