We (Kari and Jen) are excited and honored to hold this space for you–our local community of change makers– to resource ourselves in the writings and practices of our elder and teacher, Joanna Macy. This 10th Anniversary Edition of Active Hope, released in 2022, follows a spiral journey, from “Gratitude” to “Honoring our Pain for the World” to “Seeing with New Eyes” and “Going Forth”. The wisdom of these teachings is rooted in Joanna’s 50+ years of study in Buddhism, systems theory and Deep Ecology, and includes meditations, partner inquiries, connecting with future beings, and much more.
In this book group, we will:
Have vibrant discussions on the readings (2-3 chapters per week)
Practice Interactive Work that Reconnects exercises from the book
Create a brave space for expression of emotion
Help expand your personal practices for resiliency and creativity
Uplift each other’s work and service on behalf of life.
We look forward to getting to know you and sharing in this compassionate, visionary book and practice with you all.
For more information on the Work that Reconnects, the body of work discussed in Active Hope, visit https://workthatreconnects.org/
LOGISTICAL DETAILS
6 Thursday evenings IN PERSON - 6:30-8:30pm
September 29th, October 6, 13, 20, 27 and November 10 (we will not meet 11/3)
Location: Private residence in Sebastopol (address and details given upon registration)
What to bring: We will be meeting outdoors and indoors. Please bring layers for warmth, something comfortable to sit on, mug for tea, your copy of Active Hope and journal/pen. Masks are optional.
*Carpooling is helpful and we will provide a spreadsheet for self organizing carpools
Reciprocity ~ We welcome an exchange based on a sliding scale of $150-300 for the 6 meetings.
To register, please submit this form and your payment between $150-300:
via Venmo @Kari-Stettler OR
For payment through Zelle, Make sure to download the app and send money to this cell number: 1(805) 550-7563
Space is limited so please REGISTER HERE to insure your spot!
For facilitator bios and any questions, please contact:
Jen Myzel: https://www.jenmyzel.net/
Jenmyzel@gmail.com
Kari Stettler: https://www.somaticresiliency.com/
karistettler@gmail.com