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Reflecting on September: Rest, Renewal, and Deeper Learning

As October settles in, I find myself reflecting on the past month—a season marked by both profound learning and intentional rest. I recently completed the final section of advanced training for my Somatic Experiencing program, a journey that spanned 2.5 years and 36 days of immersive study. This training has deepened my ability to hold space for others, allowing me to support you in even more meaningful ways.

Early September also offered me a rare gift: time away by the ocean, living on what my friend Heather calls "island time." Stepping back from daily pressures, I was reminded how essential it is to truly rest and recharge. I invite you to pause and reflect: What parts of you show up when you consider taking time to rest? What might you discover if you allowed yourself that space?

Find Your Inner Calm: Final Workshop in the Series – October 18th

My in-person series, Find Your Inner Calm, wraps up on October 18th with a workshop from 9:30–11am in Grand Rapids, MN. Throughout this series, we've explored our nervous system states and practiced tools to create real shifts in how we meet stress and overwhelm. Whether you’ve attended a previous session or are joining for the first time, you’re welcome to save your seat for the final workshop.

Befriend Your Story: November & December Online Sessions

I'm excited to share that Befriend Your Story—my experiential online workshop—continues to grow. The October session is nearly full, but there are still spots available for November and December on Zoom:

• November 25th – 6:30pm–8pm Central Time
• December 12th – 8am–9:30am Central Time

If you’re curious about exploring your inner world with curiosity and compassion, reserve your spot for an upcoming session. Interested in an in-person version? Reply to this email and let me know—your feedback shapes future offerings.

Surviving the Holidays: Tools for a Joyful Season

The holidays can bring both joy and overwhelm. My Surviving the Holidays class is designed to help you navigate this season with more grace and ease. 

Join me for one of these transformative sessions:

• November 13th – 7pm–8pm (zoom)
• November 14th – 9am–10am (zoom)
• November 15th – 9:30am (in person) Registration Coming Soon

We’ll explore practical somatic tools and community connection to support you through the festive rush.

In person registration coming soon.

Tending Together: Free Community Sessions

Community is at the heart of healing. Tending Together is a free, 30-minute Zoom circle where we gather to practice somatic tools and support one another. Upcoming sessions:

• October 21st – 8am Pacific Time | 10am Central Time
• November 6th – 4pm Pacific Time | 6pm Central Time
• November 18th – 8am Pacific Time | 10am Central Time

You can join the Tending Together circle and register for any session. All are welcome—whether you’re new to somatic work or simply need a gentle reset.

Here is a free sampling of my tending together sessions.

Rest Is Not a Luxury: An Invitation

As you move through this month, I encourage you to notice your relationship with rest. What stories do you carry about stepping back, even briefly, from doing? Sometimes the most powerful shifts happen when we allow ourselves to pause, listen, and recharge. If you’d like to share your reflections or need support in making space for rest, just reply to this email—I’d love to hear from you.

Thank you for being part of this community and for your commitment to your own well-being. For more resources and upcoming offerings, you’ll always find the latest information on the Growing Harmony Within website.

~ Kimberly Erickson
Growing Harmony Within

P.S. If you have questions or want to share your reflections, simply reply to this email—I’d love to hear from you.