Empowerment Journey: Moving Beyond the Wound
Acknowledging and Claiming our "Victim" Experiences
Without being Defined by Them
Judgment and blame are heaped on victims in our society.
Victimhood has become loaded with doubt, denial, shame, and secrecy.
Imagine overhearing someone say: "She's such a victim."
What tone does it have? Is there any compassion there?
But what is a victim, really?
The dictionary describes a victim as "a person harmed, injured, or killed as a result of a crime, accident, or other event or action."
Nowhere in that definition is the victim blamed for what happened. Yet we wonder what the person did to deserve such treatment.
Isn't it time to change that, especially if the story is about you?
We've all had experiences that have hurt us--I know I've had more than my fair share. As a healer, I serve my clients masterfully, with highly developed skills and techniques, but there was a time when I was more mute than gifted.
I grew up keeping secrets. My entire childhood was spent making other people safe at my own expense. I thought that in order to be a good girl, I needed to behave as if other people were more important than I was.
I did this so well that I began to believe it. I squashed my own needs whenever they didn't jive with what others were giving me. And my victimhood continued, first from perpetrators and then from myself as the shame grabbed hold and I was rewarded for keeping quiet.
My story is very different now, but it's taken a lot of time and effort to rewrite it. And along the way, I've fallen in love with the ongoing process of healing. I've made transformation my life's work, because as I uncovered those secret places inside of me, there were moments when I could clearly see the depth of my hurt. That was when I allowed myself to feel and express shock, anger, and despair. That was when I had someone to comfort me, to encourage me, and to give me information that helped me see myself as normal and whole.
Now I have the honor of serving as the comforter, encourager, and educator. Are you ready to experience that kind of life-changing adventure?
I don't have secrets anymore. Can you imagine what that feels like? And I've developed a philosophy of life that enables me to absorb the pain of difficult experiences without losing faith in the world or in myself. On the contrary, I am fascinated by life! My life is an adventure every single day, and I worry less and less. Join me in this group so that you can find more enjoyment in telling your stories. It's a lot of fun to survive and thrive when you have people to witness and support you in positive ways.
Isn't this a great time to try something new?
The truth is that there is really no secret worth keeping, if it makes you feel bad when you think of it. The cost of protecting others is too high. Your confidence, your vitality, your Life Purpose all deserve to be expressed!
What secrets are you keeping that are protecting everyone but you? What story are you telling over and over as a way of armoring yourself? Does your victim story read like "poor me?" or does it show its flipside and declare "I will never be vulnerable again?"
Remember, being a victim of a scammer or an abuser isn't what hurts us the most. What causes the deepest pain is feeling powerless. Being muted. Missing opportunities to shine, because we're too afraid of being hurt again.
Yes, there are different degrees of hurt. Some things take more time, and more work than others to heal. Sometimes it feels like we will never get out from under it, that there is no hope for personal power. But there are things we can do to step out from under this umbrella of shame and guilt. There are tools we can use to move through victimhood cleanly.
If this speaks to you or to someone you care about, I want you to join me in my upcoming online group, "Empowerment Journey: Moving Beyond the Wound."
In this 3-month exploration, we will gently and safely explore:
Join me in this new approach to an old, outdated story!
What secrets are you keeping that are protecting everyone but you? What story are you telling over and over as a way of armoring yourself? Does your victim story read like "poor me?" or does it show its flipside and declare "I will never be vulnerable again?"
Remember, being a victim of a scammer or an abuser isn't what hurts us the most. What causes the deepest pain is feeling powerless. Being muted. Missing opportunities to shine, because we're too afraid of being hurt again.
Yes, there are different degrees of hurt. Some things take more time, and more work than others to heal. Sometimes it feels like we will never get out from under it, that there is no hope for personal power. But there are things we can do to step out from under this umbrella of shame and guilt. There are tools we can use to move through victimhood cleanly.
If this speaks to you or to someone you care about, I want you to join me in my upcoming online group, "Empowerment Journey: Moving Beyond the Wound."
In this 3-month exploration, we will gently and safely explore:
- The 4 Phases of victimhood
- Where we get tripped up, and hang on to our wounds long past the event
- The 5 ways past wounds can show up in our lives
- When did I become a victim? Our own stories from our past and how they still define us (positively and negatively)
- Why people can feel challenged to move out of their limiting stories on their own
- What we can do to change our self-image, to move forward with more peace, power, and purpose
- Cutting-edge techniques that allow us to heal safely, gently, and at our own pace
- How to empower our clients to do the same if we are in a coaching role
Join me in this new approach to an old, outdated story!
Group Format
This group consists of a combination of 12 weekly online group classes and 3 private 90-minute sessions.
Each group class will begin with a check-in and follow-up from the previous week's learnings and practices.
New information will be presented, and you will be able to ask questions about it and discuss it as a confidential group.
Each student will also have an opportunity to receive the focus of the entire group during "Spotlight Time," when I will work with you to help you release old stories and patterns. Tool will include EFT Tapping, Scientific Hand Analysis, and intuitive coaching. Everyone attending will receive benefit from this experience as you resonate with what shows up for you.
To wrap up each group class, we will debrief from Spotlight Time, discuss practices for the interim before the next class, and appreciate the heck out of ourselves and each other. Self-appreciation will be an important element of our time together.
Each student will also receive three private coaching sessions with Michelyn, online, to address whatever is showing up.These will be scheduled in advance.
Each group class will begin with a check-in and follow-up from the previous week's learnings and practices.
New information will be presented, and you will be able to ask questions about it and discuss it as a confidential group.
Each student will also have an opportunity to receive the focus of the entire group during "Spotlight Time," when I will work with you to help you release old stories and patterns. Tool will include EFT Tapping, Scientific Hand Analysis, and intuitive coaching. Everyone attending will receive benefit from this experience as you resonate with what shows up for you.
To wrap up each group class, we will debrief from Spotlight Time, discuss practices for the interim before the next class, and appreciate the heck out of ourselves and each other. Self-appreciation will be an important element of our time together.
Each student will also receive three private coaching sessions with Michelyn, online, to address whatever is showing up.These will be scheduled in advance.
Who Should Join this Group?
This online group is for those who have done some work around changing their victim story.
It is for those who already have a toolbox of supportive techniques for calming and re-centering in the face of stress.
It is for women and men who can talk about their wounding stories without being massively triggered.
It is for those who are ready to explore a deeper level of acceptance of their story, and are open to taking ownership of their own hero's journey.
It is for those who are open to new ways of activating healing. We will be using Scientific Hand Analysis and EFT Tapping as well as lecture and interactive discussions.
If you are interested in joining this group, email me to set up a free consultation to determine if this is a good fit for you. Once that is decided, you can come back to this page and register.
It is for those who already have a toolbox of supportive techniques for calming and re-centering in the face of stress.
It is for women and men who can talk about their wounding stories without being massively triggered.
It is for those who are ready to explore a deeper level of acceptance of their story, and are open to taking ownership of their own hero's journey.
It is for those who are open to new ways of activating healing. We will be using Scientific Hand Analysis and EFT Tapping as well as lecture and interactive discussions.
If you are interested in joining this group, email me to set up a free consultation to determine if this is a good fit for you. Once that is decided, you can come back to this page and register.
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Why am I Offering this Group?This topic calls to me because I've been a victim. I've experienced the consequences of these experiences. I've also been able to let go of the resistance that was keeping me stuck, and step into empowerment and self-appreciation in big, big ways. The tricky truth is that my deepest healing has come when I've accepted my vulnerability; when I've felt safe enough to surrender to that state, just for a moment. Being able to fully feel those powerless feelings while being awesomely supported by others, has brought me compassion and freedom. I want to share that experience with you. I want you to feel safe enough to surrender to the facts of your life. It only takes a moment, and then the power slips in! Your story will never sound the same again. |
Group Details
Twelve weeks beginning Wednesday February 26, 2020, and ending Wednesday May 13, 2020.
4:30-6:00 pm Pacific Time / 7:30-9:00 pm Eastern Time, all on Wednesdays.
Private sessions will be scheduled on mutually agreeable days and times throughout the 12 weeks of the course.
Class will meet online using Zoom technology. (www.Zoom.us.) You’ll need to download the program onto your computer. A camera is required so you can participate in the class fully, and the other students and I can connect with you. A link to Zoom will be provided upon registration.
No previous experience in EFT Tapping or Scientific Hand Analysis is necessary.
This group is limited to 8 students.
Tuition is $2,500 USD. Online payment can be made via PayPal using your bank account, credit card, or debit card. To register, click on the button below. A 3-payment option is also available, with payments due February 12, March 1, and March 16.
Handprints are required one week before class begins. A handprinting kit is available, with complete instructions and materials.
You’ll receive a user-friendly workbook in pdf format to print out for your own use during the class.
BONUS!
To deepen the group connections, we will participate in a private Facebook group for this class only. This will be a safe place to share aha's, post homework writing, and ask for support from the other students in the class
If you have any questions please email me at [email protected].
I can’t wait to explore victimhood and empowerment with you!
Class is limited to the first 8 students who sign up. To confirm your space, click on the button below.
Pay in full: Three payments of $850 each:
4:30-6:00 pm Pacific Time / 7:30-9:00 pm Eastern Time, all on Wednesdays.
Private sessions will be scheduled on mutually agreeable days and times throughout the 12 weeks of the course.
Class will meet online using Zoom technology. (www.Zoom.us.) You’ll need to download the program onto your computer. A camera is required so you can participate in the class fully, and the other students and I can connect with you. A link to Zoom will be provided upon registration.
No previous experience in EFT Tapping or Scientific Hand Analysis is necessary.
This group is limited to 8 students.
Tuition is $2,500 USD. Online payment can be made via PayPal using your bank account, credit card, or debit card. To register, click on the button below. A 3-payment option is also available, with payments due February 12, March 1, and March 16.
Handprints are required one week before class begins. A handprinting kit is available, with complete instructions and materials.
You’ll receive a user-friendly workbook in pdf format to print out for your own use during the class.
BONUS!
To deepen the group connections, we will participate in a private Facebook group for this class only. This will be a safe place to share aha's, post homework writing, and ask for support from the other students in the class
If you have any questions please email me at [email protected].
I can’t wait to explore victimhood and empowerment with you!
Class is limited to the first 8 students who sign up. To confirm your space, click on the button below.
Pay in full: Three payments of $850 each:
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