Women’s Rites of Passage Module 3
Nurturing the Maternal Essence
Embracing the Mother Within: the Path of Motherhood
Module 3 – CREATION
Live Online via Zoom
Sunday 4th June 2023
Workshop Description
Women’s Rites of Passage
Module 3 – Creation
This workshop is the third of a series of four modules that offers each participant the opportunity to deep dive into their own unique experience of each rite of passage.
Entering the creatrix or mother phase: Creation
Once women reach their mid-twenties, they enter their creatrix or mother phase, whether they have children or not. As women are inherently creative and life-giving beings, they will create many things during this phase of their life, including projects, businesses, careers, relationships, and children.
Birthing and creating (literally and metaphorically)
How we birth and create (literally and metaphorically) is irrevocably tied to how our own birth and menarche transpired. Imprints and patterns that have not been addressed tend to resurface here. You will be guided to uncover these underpinning themes and how they relate to your life.
Additionally, while we have made many advancements in the women’s liberation movement, there are still many hinderances to women fully stepping into their creative power, whether that be as a mother, a professional or both. Together, we will discuss these obstacles that we have learned from greater society and our own experiences and release them together in a ritual.
Let’s share…
To finish this module, we will then share our experience and wisdom through a sacred circle and create a power object for our creatrix archetype, harnessing the lessons we have learned and the medicine we wish to reclaim.
What you will learn
- An exploration of your creative and process patterns (projects, pregnancies, children, businesses, careers)
- How patriarchal narratives have affected your experience of creation and birth and your experience of being a creatrix and/or mother
- How you can release limiting beliefs and fears around your creative process
- What qualities and insights would you like to cultivate as your new narrative
- Sharing stories and insights with other participants
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This workshop is open to women of all ages who wish to take ownership of their own self-development, gain a deep understanding of the innate power of femininity and womb wisdom, and make conscious choices to shape the direction and meaning of their own lives.
AIM & OBJECTIVES
To understand and celebrate significant transitions and milestones in a woman’s life, including birth, puberty, transitioning into motherhood, menopause, and/or other significant life events.
PROGRAMME
This module is the third in a Women’s Rites of Passage series and here we create and birth in the world- literally (pregnancies + children) and figuratively (career, education, projects,
art, business). Over this gently paced 3 hours online workshop:
- We will release common fears around creation for women and you will have the opportunity to make a power object for this life season.
- Together, we will explore how you experience your creative process and how this is linked to both your own birth and your menarche imprint.
LEARNING / SUPPORTING MATERIALS
Full moon prayer/reflection prompts.
Please bring your journal and a pen for recording thoughts, feeling and insights.
You will be asked to participate in a creative process to create a power object, which will take approximately 30 minutes. You may choose your own crafting medium (e.g. clay, felt, paint) OR you can participate in a simple, guided one for making a Goddess Eye.
For the latter, please collect and bring two sticks (between 15-30cm long) and coloured wool/string (however many colours you desire).
SCHEDULE
Morning Session
- 10am – 11:30am
- 15 min break
- 11:45am – 1pm
DISCLAIMER
This workshop is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should always seek the advice of a licensed physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding any form of medical condition.
FACILITATOR
Antonia Kersting – Facilitator & Counselor
Antonia supports individuals on their healing journey, helping them reconnect with their bodies, heal from trauma, and embody their potential.
Her goal is to empower you to live the way you want. Making free and sovereign choices guided by your inner knowing and vision for your life.
Her work combines scientific and shamanic approaches, rooted in the philosophy that each person is the expert in their own healing and life. She provides support that is highly individualized, intuitive, and collaborative, offering safety, space, and resources.
Antonia offers coaching and counseling, family constellation workshops, and women’s circles. Her work aligns with the wheel of the year, honouring the ancient pagan festivals that mark the beginning, middle, and end of each season.
She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Counseling and Psychology and is a student at the School of Shamanic Womancraft.
Antonia lives in Maleny (QLD) and provides online and in-person consultations.
Testimonial
“I love attending the women’s circles Antonia puts on. They are very welcoming and supportive and I always leave feeling newly motivated and refreshed, even if I’ve just faced a lot emotionally. I would 100% recommend them to anyone!” Rosie
Antonia's experience and qualifications
- A counsellor that combines both scientific knowledge and alternative methods to create a holistic approach to healing
- Family & Systemic Constellations Facilitator
- Women circle facilitator
- Many years of experience working with mental health, group processes, ritual, family constellations and circle medicine
- Currently completing a Bachelor of Counselling and Psychology
Women’s Rites of Passage Online Workshop
Nurturing the Maternal Essence
Embracing the Mother Within: the Path of Motherhood
Module 3 – CREATION
