The Space Between | An End-of-Year Journey of Reflection, Release & Renewal

As we approach the end of another year, it's easy to get caught up in what we'd like to change, the goals we haven't quite reached, and all the pressure and expectations that seem to come with the beginning of a new year.

But how often do we actually give ourselves the time to pause and acknowledge where we are?

To recognise everything we've lived through—the challenges we've faced, the moments that have shaped us, the lessons we've learned, and all the ways we've grown, even when, in the moment, it didn't feel like we were growing at all.

Sometimes we're so busy thinking about where we're going that we forget to honour how far we've already come.

And I believe there's so much beauty in allowing ourselves that moment. To recognise and embrace the journey we've been on, with all its ups and downs, through a lens of self-love, admiration, and compassion.

The Space Between is an invitation to do exactly that.

To give ourselves a little time to pause, reflect, feel, and reconnect with ourselves before stepping into a new chapter.

A space to honour not only the beautiful moments, but also the difficult ones. The things that didn't go as planned, the emotions we may not have had the chance to fully feel, the parts of ourselves we've outgrown, and perhaps the things we're still holding onto that we're ready to gently release.

Throughout our afternoon together, we'll share ceremonial cacao to connect with our hearts, come together through meaningful conversations, guided reflection and journaling, and explore somatic practices and intuitive movement to allow our bodies to express and release what we've been carrying.

We'll then gradually move into stillness with an immersive sound bath, giving ourselves permission to rest, restore, and receive.

Because before we rush into another chapter, we deserve a moment to witness, honour, and close the one we're leaving behind 🤎

• You feel like this year has brought a lot, and you haven't quite had the space to process or make sense of it all.
• You've been so busy keeping up with everyday life that you haven't really had a moment to check in with yourself.
• You're moving through a period of change, uncertainty, or transition, and would love some space to reconnect with where you are.
• You feel ready to acknowledge and gently release some of the emotions, expectations, or stories you've been carrying.
• You'd love to look back on your journey with more self-love, gratitude, and compassion, rather than focusing on what you haven't achieved.
• You're craving meaningful connection, with yourself and with others, in a space where you can simply show up as you are.
• You want to welcome the next chapter feeling lighter, more grounded, and more connected to yourself—without the pressure of having everything figured out.

No previous experience with cacao, meditation, somatic movement, or sound healing is required.

Hi, I'm Pao (@paolasalcedo). I'm an energy therapist, holistic facilitator, and sound healing practitioner. But beyond anything else, I'm human too.

My intention is to create a space where you don't have to have everything figured out, hold everything together, or feel like you should be anywhere other than where you are.

A space to meet yourself with a little more compassion, honour everything this year has brought you, and perhaps make a little more room for whatever comes next.

Welcome to your beautiful space in between 🤎

Date: Saturday, 5 December 2026

Time: 2:00–4:30 pm

Location: Shakti Space, London

Investment: £45 per person, including ceremonial cacao

Spaces: Limited to 12 participants to keep the experience intimate and personal.

• Comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely and rest.
• A journal and pen for reflection.
• Water to stay hydrated.
• An open mind and heart, and a willingness to give yourself this time.

Please arrive 10 minutes before we begin so you have time to settle into the space.

If you're pregnant, have any medical conditions, injuries, sound sensitivities, or concerns about consuming ceremonial cacao, please get in touch before booking so we can discuss whether the experience is suitable for you.

Info: We'll begin by settling into the space, connecting with one another, and sharing ceremonial cacao with intention. A beautiful opportunity to slow down, connect with our hearts, and arrive fully in the present moment.

Info: We'll take a little time to look back on the year we've lived. To acknowledge the experiences that have shaped us, the lessons we've learned, the challenges we've overcome, and all the ways we've grown along the way. A moment to honour our journey with gratitude, self-love, and compassion, without judging what we have or haven't achieved.

Info: Our bodies hold onto things that words alone can't quite express. Through gentle somatic practices and intuitive movement, we'll give ourselves permission to move, feel, express, and release, without worrying about how it looks or whether we're doing it right.

Info: After moving through reflection and expression, we'll gradually transition into stillness. Allow yourself to get cosy, close your eyes, and be immersed in the soothing sounds and vibrations of crystal singing bowls and other therapeutic instruments. A moment to rest, receive, and receive.

Info: We'll gently come back together to honour our experience, share any reflections if we feel called to, and take a moment to acknowledge what we're carrying forward into the next chapter.

Everything throughout our time together is an invitation. There's no right or wrong way to experience any of these practices, and you're always welcome to participate in whatever way feels right for you.

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