Beloveds, I’m in my era of breakthroughs!
But it took quite a few breakdowns along the way to get here.
Truth is, for a long time, I got really good at saying ‘yes’ when it felt like a ‘no’.
Sadly, I wasn’t always connected to what a ‘no’ or ‘yes’ felt like in my body. So, on the surface I couldn’t see that I was abandoning myself.
My lines were blurry because I was often too preoccupied with making others happy and gaining their approval, often at the expense of my own needs and well-being.
I’m a recovering people pleaser. There, I said it.
Anyone else? Raise your hand!
At the root of it all was a fear of conflict or rejection, leading me to prioritize others' needs over my own, which means that self-betrayal was a habituated pattern.
This lead to feelings of shame, resentment, burnout, and a lack of fulfillment. I started to lash out! And it wasn’t pretty. But this turn of behaviour served as a necessary wake up call.
I wish I could tell you the change happened over night. But it didn’t. It took me about a decade to untie these knots.
It started when, as a fresh newlywed, I decided to devote every spare moment of my life to a yoga teacher training, much to my new husband’s disappointment.
Because yoga had introduced me to a deeper awareness of the undercurrents in my body-mind, and in all life. And I knew it was time to say ‘yes’ and finally mean it.
Over time, and with countless not-so-graceful (OK, flat out ugly!) moments, embodied awareness eventually led to empowered expression.
I learned to practice self-care, set boundaries, communicate my own needs and desires to maintain healthy relationships, and cultivate a sense of balance and self-worth.
AT THE CENTRE OF IT ALL, I FOUND MY VOICE.
And I see how far I’ve come.
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In fact, just a few days ago, a beloved asked for my support in the form of an action that felt out of integrity to me.
I felt the immediate ‘no’ in my body….
I leaned into the feeling with curiosity…. I noticed the old people pleaser bring forth fear. Fear of losing him if I said ‘no’, disrupting the harmony we’d been enjoying together, being seen as less than supportive. Fear of what might happen to him if I didn’t support him in this sticky way.
But the embodied ‘no’ was visceral and clear, and I was able to express it calmly, compassionately, with love and respect for both of us.
I have no regrets, because what blossomed out of this moment of empowered and authentic expression was an even deeper intimacy and trust between us. Both of us rising to new heights.
Phew.... totally patting myself on the back!
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As I celebrate my era of breakthroughs, I am also so damn grateful for all the breakdowns that have brought me here.
Perhaps you’re embarking upon a similar journey.
Loves, my greatest joy is serving as a guide along the path of embodied awareness and empowered expression… singing with you every step of the way!
If you feel the call to free your voice, learn to sing, and activate authentic expression, then I lovingly invite you....
Through a holistic approach that combines vocal exercises and techniques, breath work, rhythm and song, self-reflection, authentic relating, and creative exploration; you’ll break free from limitations, find your unique voice, and gain the confidence to begin to express yourself fully in all areas of your life
Our intimate group container starts Saturday, September 14th, with only 8 exclusive spots, so that everyone has an opportunity to be seen and heard.
👇🏼 More info below.👇🏼
🌟 INCLUDES:
4x 90-minute group classes, live on Zoom with Stephanie
Recordings of every class for review
Group Whatsapp chat to stay connected & share our journey
Weekly practice prompts & daily inspiration
Exercises & practices to carry forward
🌟 WE’LL EXPLORE:
Deep Listening - Nāda Yoga: cultivating greater awareness of the unique vibration (the song) in all things, all beings, including YOU
Exercises to unlock the potential of your voice & get out of your own way
Vocal warm ups, breath work, toning & tuning techniques that can help increase your confidence & capacity in song & speech
Rhythm & percussion - the ancient art of singing with a drum, rattle, or your own body as an instrument
Methods for discovering & expressing your own intuitive Heart Songs
Medicine songs & mantras to weave into your own song ceremonies or to share with community
🌟YOUR TIME COMMITMENT:
4 Saturdays
(90 minute online sessions)
SEPT 14, 2024
SEPT 21, 2024
SEPT 28, 2024
OCT 5, 2024
1 PM CST Guatemala (GMT-6)
(12 PM PDT Vancouver/ California)
(3 PM EDT Toronto / New York)
🌟Our intimate group container has ONLY 8 EXCLUSIVE SPOTS, so that everyone has an opportunity to be seen and heard.
🌟 INVESTMENT is only $288 USD.
🌟OUR FIRST 2 GROUPS SOLD OUT! DON'T MISS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN THIS SEPTEMBER!
💝 WHAT PREVIOUS STUDENTS LOVED:
"I enjoyed Stephanie's, professional, clear and precise instructions. She is accepting of where you are in your voice discovery, and is an extremely skilled facilitator and listener.” ~ Peggy Spencer
"This course was an amazing journey of connection with self. I have taken away so many tools to continue to work on connecting with my voice.” ~ Maisie Wong
“I felt safe and welcome in the group. I felt heard and appreciated. I learned so much about breathing, rhythm and sounds, being heard/seen, and taking up space.” ~ Louise Moise
“Stephanie creates a very safe environment for both women with musical background and without. I was very nervous but she and the other women put my mind at ease. Highly enjoyed!” ~ Taunya Clarke
“This course activated my voice! ... made me feel at ease but also pushed me beyond my edge.“ ~ Holly Hutchinson
“This course gave me the motivation to explore my voice and feel a release of tension and emotion. Most of all I enjoyed coming together as a group weekly and being in a space where we all were able to share.” ~ Erin Lapre
Let's breakTHROUGH together!
With so much love,
Stephanie Kittell
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