Beloved wahine, we invite you to retreat with us for one day in honour of the winter solstice.
The winter solstice represents a cosmic shift, a transition from the darkest point of the year toward the gradual return of light. The solstice is a symbol of resilience and the cyclical nature of life, a reminder that there is beauty to be found in the quiet darkness of winter’s dreaming Earth. Earth Body is a precious day to gift to ourselves in cultivation of self-nurturance and deep rest. A day of coming together in reflection, stoking our internal fires and re-igniting passion within ourselves and each other. From here we re-enter the world in remembrance of our truth and inherent belonging.
Our intention for Earth Body is to hold you in reverence, of all you are and the uniqueness you bring into this space. This day is for you, as an opportunity to fulfil the delicious desire to be in service to yourself.
We will explore what it is to be a well-nourished woman, through various modalities such as cacao ceremony, somatic movement expression, plant spirit meditation, plant-crafting rituals, conscious conversation, shared kai, yin yoga, and soulful sound bathing. We want this day to feel simple, for you to have the time and space you need to delve deep into the mystery of your feminine form in the fertile darkness of winter.
What’s included:
Opening Circle & Cacao Ceremony
We begin with a gentle landing with the heart-opening medicine of ceremonial cacao to welcome each other and share our intentions into the space.
Self Inquiry ~ Meditation, Breath, Movement
Move freely, move fully, move as you are. This is a space for liberation — where your body leads and your mind rests. Guided by a curated soundscape, let rhythm and breath take you on a journey of inner contemplation, release and expression.
Exploration of the Wise Woman Winter
The Wise Woman Tradition is a holistic approach to healing and well-being that emphasizes nourishment and connection to nature. It recognizes the inherent power and wisdom within women, particularly in relation to their unique life cycles and experiences. The tradition centers on self-care, intuitive knowledge, and a deep connection to the Earth and its rhythms. We will explore rituals to truly receive the gifts of Winter and nurture ourselves during this season of rest and reflection.
Plant Medicine Craft
We will commune with several Winter plant allies and craft our very own Dream tincture to take home, providing a herbal tool to support nervous system health and access to deep restful states.
Nourishing Kai
A lovingly prepared seasonal lunch featuring a wholesome grazing platter, homemade soup, and vibrant salads. A time for gratitude, connection and nourishment.
Plant Spirit Meditation with Reishi
Journey with the supreme Winter plant ally that is Reishi, the "Mushroom of Immortality," in a guided drumming meditation that connects you to its grounding essence, to allow the spirit of this ancient healer to speak to you through imagery, sensations, and subtle whispers.
Yin Yoga & Sound Bowls
Sink into deep restfulness and surrender with a restorative yin yoga practice. As your body softens, the gentle vibrations of crystal sound bowls will wash over you, harmonising your energy and guiding you into a state of tranquil meditation where you can simply receive.
Closing Circle
We come full circle, weaving our shared experiences into a tapestry of gratitude. Together, we reflect on our personal and collective journey, offering a final word, a blessing, or a truth that feels alive within us. A closing ritual binds us to this moment, ensuring the insights and intentions we've cultivated ripple outward as we return to the world.
When & where?
10am-4pm
Sunday, June 22nd 2025
Kula, Muriwai
About your facilitators:
Tamsin is a Naturopath, Medical Herbalist, Mother, and founder of Wildfolk Apothecary based at Mangaroa Farms in Wellington. Tamsin weaves together clinical naturopathic medicine, grassroots herbalism, and intuitive healing, to craft intentional plant medicine and experiences that support humanity’s reconnection to nature & her plant kin. Tamsin’s purpose is to inspire change in the way individuals connect with themselves and the natural world ~ restoring the innate & wild knowing that we are nature.
Katerina lives in soulful exploration of what it is to be in devotion to women. She is a mama, artist, movement facilitator (Embodied FlowTM) and currently studying yoni mapping and somatic sex coaching. She lives on Waiheke Island raising her two wild boys as nature intended, barefoot and connected. Katerina’s greatest offering is working alongside women to create inner harmony through self-expression, movement and bodywork.
When & where?
10am-4pm
June 22nd 2025
Kula, Muriwai
Tickets:
We have a limited amount of EarlyBird tickets at $180, full price is $220.
About your facilitators:
Tamsin is a Naturopath, Medical Herbalist, Mother, and founder of Wildfolk Apothecary based at Mangaroa Farms in Wellington. Tamsin weaves together clinical naturopathic medicine, grassroots herbalism, and intuitive healing, to craft intentional plant medicine and experiences that support humanity’s reconnection to nature & her plant kin. Tamsin’s purpose is to inspire change in the way individuals connect with themselves and the natural world ~ restoring the innate & wild knowing that we are nature.
Katerina lives in soulful exploration of what it is to be in devotion to women. She is a mama, artist, movement facilitator (Embodied FlowTM) and currently studying yoni mapping and somatic sex coaching. She lives on Waiheke Island raising her two wild boys as nature intended, barefoot and connected. Katerina’s greatest offering is working alongside women to create inner harmony through self-expression, movement and bodywork.