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What grief, shame, and rage are you carrying? A community grief ritual is like a very expressive funeral for whatever grief you are carrying: the loss of a loved one, the sorrows of the world, ancestral grief, the harms of systems of oppression, ecocide, genocide, etc. We gather together with drumming and singing to express & alchemize grief.
The ritual is one full day in Corvallis, Oregon (ancestral home of the Kalapuya people). Expect to cry and shift what you have been holding.
Community grief rituals offer several benefits. Firstly, they provide a supportive environment where people come together to share their grief, knowing that they are not alone in their pain. These rituals help foster a sense of belonging and connection within the community.
Secondly, these rituals allow for the expression of emotions in a safe and non-judgmental space. People can openly cry, scream, or express their feelings in ways that may not be as readily accepted in other settings. This emotional release can be cathartic and help individuals process their grief.
We incorporate singing, brief writing exercises, honor to and requests for support from our ancestors, and a chance to be witnessed. These elements can bring comfort, meaning, and a sense of continuity to your grieving process. They can also serve as a way to honor and remember the person (dog/cat/horse/other being) who has passed away, the planet on which we live, the losses we have experienced, and integration of trauma.
Lastly, participating in community grief rituals can provide a sense of closure and help people navigate the journey of healing. Through the collective support and shared experiences, people can find solace, strength, and a renewed sense of hope.
Our elders: This ritual is inspired by the teachings of Sobonfu Somé and Malidoma Somé of the the Dagara people in Burkina Faso (whose elders insisted they bring grief ritual to the West in order to help Africa and the whole world), as well as Laurence Cole, and Francis Weller, among others.
What's next: Register using the link below. You can also mark yourself as Going in Facebook to get a reminder, but this is *not* a registration, and this event likely will sell out.
Donation are gratefully accepted.
Please also invite anyone you know who may benefit. <3
Facilitators: Alison Roffman, LCSW & Grisha Stewart
Donations gratefully accepted.
Register at https://school.grishastewart.com/courses/grief-deadwood
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Corvallis Friends Meeting, 3311 NW Polk Ave,Corvallis,OR,United States
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