Authentic Presence Grief Circles

 One of the greatest barriers to healing from grief is grieving in isolation. Grief is meant to be experienced as a community, not just individually. Our modern culture, and in particular the recent pandemic, has robbed us of this opportunity to grieve with the support of a community and its power to move us towards healing.

Authentic Presence will be offering Grief Circles, which are open to anyone who is grieving any kind of loss. These 8 weekly Zoom sessions will be based on the contemplative approach, structured around the practice of Council or healing circles. Focused on being present with each other, the circle will offer a space of respect, openness, safety and kindness for all participants to explore their journey of loss. We will not attempt to advise or fix anyone else, but offer a confidential space for all to be truly heard and supported.

**It is important to note that these circles are not a therapy or educational group,  nor a substitute for care by a qualified health professional, but are groups of peers who support each other through presence and deep listening.

The Grief Circles will be offered in 90-minute weekly sessions for 8 consecutive weeks.