BODYWISE BOYS
BODYWISE BOYS RITE OF PASSAGE WORKSHOP
For mothers + pre teen (8-12yo) sons
Bodywise Boys is designed to educate your son about puberty and the concepts around healthy masculinity and wellbeing.
This supports him to develop a healthy mind-body relationship, foundational self care practices and feel a sense of belonging which nurtures his mental and emotional health.
Bodywise Workshops are offered as a ceremonial experience honouring and celebrating this rite of passage.
NEXT RETREAT: CAMBRIDGE SCOUT HALL | FLOREAT
SUN AUG 3 | 12-4pm
This is a chance for boys and mothers to:
+ CHANGE THE 'BOYS WILL BE BOYS' NARRATIVE
+ ENSURE YOUR SON HAS NO SHAME AROUND HIS CHANGING BODY
+ DEVELOP EFFECTIVE, OPEN COMMUNICATION
+ CREATE A CULTURE OF RESPECT AROUND YOUR BODIES AND LIVED EXPERIENCE
+ HONOUR TRANSITIONS IN YOUR LIVES
+ UNDERSTAND HEALTHY MASCULINITY AS A PRACTICE
LEARN
+ What happens to my body throughout puberty?
+ Why does it happen?
+ When will it happen?
+ Importance of healthy habits and self care
RECEIVE
+ Fire Ceremony
+ Nature games
+ Nourishing afternoon tea
+ Resilience Challenge
+ Create a Warrior talisman necklace
Craft materials supplied.
Take home everything you make.
Leave transformed.
LIMITED SPACES FOR THIS OFFERING.
MORE INFO
This is a gentle introduction around the facts of puberty offered in a ceremonial setting honouring this rite of passage (transition).
The space created is welcoming and safe, drawing upon each mothers wisdom in this phase of her sons life whilst allowing space for her own evolution.
It will deepen bond between mother and son through opening the lines of communication and create a space he can come to when he needs support.
BRING A BODYWISE RETREAT TO YOUR COMMUNITY
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