06/03/2025
It’s taken over a week to digest and process the closing of my year long training & apprenticeship which I am so proud to have completed.
Initially I didn’t really know what I was getting myself into, I didn’t fully understand what it entailed, all I knew is that it would help me understand how to hold sacred circles for women in a trauma informed way and that I felt fully drawn to this course.
Well it was sooooooo much more than that!
This was a journey into myself, to shine a light on the darkest areas of myself, the unloved parts, the traumatic and unprocessed memories, the old stories that were on repeat, giving oxygen to unspoken thoughts, processing a lifetime of shame & disconnection.
It was all done through various Celtic & Native American shamanic practices & traditions, under the guidance of the most wonderful teacher.
I had so many new experiences over the course of the year, connecting to the elements & deeply connecting to nature which supported me throughout the process.
I’ve never felt more connected; to myself, to this land, to nature and to my purpose.
I have done so much inner work, which was extremely difficult and painful at times but now I see the importance of facing yourself, of complete honesty.
I also now understand the responsibility of ‘holding space’, whether it’s in a yoga class or a women’s circle. It’s a passion of mine to create a safe, warm space for people to be able to take some time to go inward and connect.
Since I started this journey 3 years ago, I’ve changed so much. I’ve had to allow things and people to fall away as I figure out my way in life and now I’m at a place where I feel I can fully support others as they navigate the ups and downs.
I’m so grateful to the amazing women I trained with who taught me so much and were always there for support.
As this cycle ends I’m excited now for my next chapter🌸☀️🌱
Lauren Keogh
