7-Part REIKI Workshop Series: align your chakras
May 2022–November 2022
Many of us hold emotional trauma throughout our bodies from our complex experiences as intercountry adoptees. Since some of this deep-seated pain is still within our bodies, our brains have normalized this trauma as part of our identities. If we don’t take the time to release these emotional blockages, they can manifest into serious physical health issues in our bodies.
When our chakras (energy centers in our bodies) are blocked, energy is not able to flow freely throughout our bodies. Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique that addresses energetic imbalances in the body, reduces physical issues associated with blocked chakras, and promotes relaxation.
This seven-part virtual Reiki workshop series with IAMAdoptee is specifically designed for intercountry adoptees to explore buried emotions of anger, fear, shame, guilt and grief throughout the seven chakras in their bodies. The series is a safe and supportive space for us to listen to our bodies and discover how we can show up for ourselves.
Note: These workshops can be taken individually but we highly recommend taking part in the entire series.
Objectives
We will explore and release thoughts, feelings and emotions related to our experiences as intercountry adoptees that no longer serve us and open ourselves to unlimited healing. We will also learn how certain feelings and emotions are connected to the seven chakras in our bodies.
Structure
Each workshop is 90 minutes. It includes a guided chakra alignment meditation, writing prompts, and group Reiki healing. There will be space between each activity for those who want to share their experiences.
Discount coupon
Each adoptee will receive a complimentary 20% coupon off an in-person or virtual 60-minute Reiki session with Heather.
What you will need for each workshop
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring your favorite journal, pen and water bottle to each virtual session. Make sure you have a quiet and relaxing space for you to fully participate in each workshop.
Part 1: Root Chakra
Description
In this first part of our Reiki workshop series with Heather Schultz Gittens, we will explore how safety, security and survival have shown up in our bodies and experiences as intercountry adoptees. We will also learn how our feelings and emotions are connected to the root chakra (an energy center located at the base of the spine).
Date: Sunday, May 8, 2022
Time: 2:00-3:30 p.m. EDT
Energy Exchange: $35
Where: Online (Zoom)
Participants: This workshop is open to intercountry adoptees.
Part 2: Sacral Chakra
Date: Sunday, June 12, 2022
Time: 2:00-3:30 p.m. EDT
Energy Exchange: $35
Where: Online (Zoom)
Participants: This workshop is open to intercountry adoptees.
DESCRIPTION
In this second part of our Reiki workshop series with Heather Schultz Gittens we will explore how sensuality, intimacy and creativity have shown up in our bodies and experiences as intercountry adoptees. We will also learn how our feelings and emotions are connected to the sacral chakra (an energy center located in the lower abdomen below the navel).
Part 3: Solar Plexus Chakra
Date: Sunday, July 17, 2022
Time: 2:00-3:30 p.m. EDT
Where: Online (Zoom)
Participants: This free workshop is open to intercountry adoptees.
DESCRIPTION
In this third part of our Reiki workshop series with Heather Schultz Gittens, we will explore how self-confidence, worthiness and personal power have shown up in our bodies and experiences as intercountry adoptees. We will also learn how our feelings and emotions are connected to the solar plexus chakra (an energy center located in the upper abdomen).
Part 4: Heart Chakra
Date: Sunday, August 28, 2022
Time: 2:00-3:30 p.m. EDT
Where: Online (Zoom)
Participants: This free workshop is open to intercountry adoptees.
DESCRIPTION
In this fourth part of our Reiki workshop series with Heather Schultz Gittens, we will explore how unconditional self-love, compassion and forgiveness have shown up in our bodies and experiences as intercountry adoptees. We will also learn how our feelings and emotions are connected to the heart chakra (an energy center located at the center of the chest).
Part 5: Throat Chakra
Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Time: 7:00-8:30 p.m. EDT
Where: Online (Zoom)
Participants: This free workshop is open to intercountry adoptees.
DESCRIPTION
In this fifth part of our Reiki workshop series with Heather Schultz Gittens, we will explore how communication, self-expression and truth have shown up in our bodies and experiences as intercountry adoptees. We will also learn how our feelings and emotions are connected to the throat chakra (an energy center located at the base of the throat).
Part 6: Third Eye Chakra
Date: Monday, October 17, 2022
Time: 7:00–8:30 p.m. EDT
Where: Online (Zoom)
Participants: This free workshop is open to intercountry adoptees.
DESCRIPTION
In this sixth part of our Reiki workshop series with Heather Schultz Gittens, we will explore how intuition, perception and clarity have shown up in our bodies and experiences as intercountry adoptees. We will also learn how our feelings and emotions are connected to the third eye chakra (an energy center located right between the eyes).
Part 7: Crown Chakra
Date: Sunday, November 6, 2022
Time: 2:00-3:30 p.m. EST
Where: Online (Zoom)
Participants: This free workshop is open to intercountry adoptees.
DESCRIPTION
In this seventh (and last) part of our Reiki workshop series with Heather Schultz Gittens, we will explore how spirituality, consciousness and enlightenment have shown up in our bodies and experiences as intercountry adoptees. We will also learn how our feelings and emotions are connected to the crown chakra (an energy center located at the top of the head).