Practicing Systems & Ceremony
A collection of articles exploring the how’s & why’s behind Systems & Ceremony
When to start planning your event
To identify how much time you need to plan your event, your guests & your vendors are essential pieces of the puzzle.
Photo by Ron Lach
How to keep facilitating without burning out
When we incorporate Grounding into our practice, we connect with the earth so we don’t shock our system.
Photo by Gabriela Cheloni
No Expectations: tending to what is
When we notice the systems of oppression that inform our facilitation, & notice the opportunities to disrupt these patterns, we are actively contributing to collective liberation.
Photo by Ray Bilcliff
Co-Creating a Braver Space
A braver space requires speaking to what's uncomfortable, sharing thoughts as they unfold, & remembering that we are all in this together.
Sliding scale as a contributor to economic justice
When I witness others go beyond the box of business norms, I can imagine what's possible & integrate sliding scale as a way to contribute to economic justice.
Venue questions to ask before you book
Before you book your retreat site make sure you're very clear on the rental policies & procedures.
During your site visit take lots of pictures that'll help you "paint the picture" of the space.
Photo by me at Mar de Jade
How to price your retreat
Retreat pricing requires identifying your non-negotiables.
Everything else is flexible.
Photo by cottonbro studio
Retreat pricing discounts
I've got some opinions on retreat pricing discounts.
Main Point: Your discounts should never prevent you from breaking even.
Photo by Katrin Bolovtsova