The group begins with meditation and connecting with the body for grounding and awakening to our internal world. As we begin to open up to our internal world we begin to attune to our “our whole self feels” or “how our whole self-communicates” as we are aware of how our bodies (i.e.: legs, hips, bellies, hearts, throat, face, brain, bones, muscles and many others parts) open up, releasing, sharing, and communicating to heal and transform. We will be journaling after each meditation to develop our awareness of our whole self-communicating with memories, thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations. Each group session we will be sharing and connecting in pairs or in group but not pressured to do so. We will then move into art through collaging resources and then painting/mixed media to allow our inner community to express what needs expression, support, nurturing, soothing, attending, or just needs to be seen. Sometimes we will connect with parts that have been hidden in the shadows, or pushed aside or down into small spaces within. Because there are many intense emotions that can arise during these sessions developing resources through collaging to support your work will be a benefit and supportive process all in a safe and trusting environment.