Summer Alignment:
5 Live Sessions for Body-Based, Nature-Informed, Soul-Focused Deep Recalibration
A journey of cultivating connection and joy in a sacred communal space, guided by the rhythms of summer.
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Summer offers us a vibrant opportunity to embrace expansion and joy, as we step into the fullness of what’s possible. Its fiery nature invites us to feel our own aliveness on every level of our being as we continue to mature into who we are. Summer calls us to move with energy and play, connecting with our own heart as well as others', and reconnecting with the fire of our passion.
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We'll explore:
- Is your heart craving more joy and connection?
- Wanting to balance rest and vitality this summer?
- Are you seeking a calmer presence amidst the busyness of life?
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In this intimate five-session group series, we’ll create a supportive space to explore your inner landscape and cultivate the resources needed to align with the vibrant energy of summer. Together, we’ll embrace the season’s invitation to step into the fullness of life, expand our awareness, and reconnect with our passions.
Through a blend of body-based practices, energy medicine, inner parts work, ancestral wisdom, and nature-inspired rituals—plus the magic of community--we’ll unlock the power of connection and rediscover what lights us up, bringing more joy and presence into our lives. Sign up by June 1st and enjoy $25 off! |
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Summer Alignment: Session Themes
Each of the five sessions is designed to guide you through a transformative experience, connecting you with the natural flow of summer and deepening your relationship with yourself.
Here’s what you can expect:
Here’s what you can expect:
Session 1: Centering in the Heart
As we enter summer, the energy of the Fire element invites us to connect with the heart—our center of love, joy, and vitality. In this session, we’ll ground ourselves in the heart space, using somatic tools to align with the depth and openness that this season invites. Through meditation, breath-awareness, and self-applied gentle touch, we’ll open to the energy of the heart, learning to cultivate compassion and clarity, and finding our center amidst the sun-drenched energy of summer. This session is about reconnecting with the expansive, nurturing warmth of the heart, allowing it to guide and anchor us.
Session 2: Expand of Contract? Connect or Not?
Summer is a time of outward energy, expansion, and connection, but the heat can sometimes overwhelm us. In this session, we’ll explore the dance between expansion and contraction within the Fire element. How do we embrace connection without burning out? How do we know when to expand and when to step back? Through guided self inquiry and nature-informed practices, we’ll find balance between connecting with others and honoring our need for solitude. This session is about understanding the natural ebb and flow of summer energy and learning to find harmony in the spaces between.
Session 3: Meeting the Heart's Counselors
In Chinese medicine, the heart calls on three counselors—Triple Warmer (TW), Pericardium (PC), and Small Intestine (SI)—to help guide us through emotional and energetic balance. Each of these channels offers a unique perspective: TW helps us navigate stress and external pressures, PC offers protection for the heart and emotional boundaries, and SI supports clarity and discernment in our relationships. In this session, we’ll explore how each of these energy channels interacts with the heart and its wisdom. Through deep reflection, gentle acupressure, and family constellations tools, we’ll learn to call on these “counselors” to support our emotional well-being and guide us toward deeper self-awareness and connection during the height of summer’s energy
Session 4: Holding onto Joy
Joy is the essence of summer, but it can sometimes feel fleeting in a world that often demands so much of us. In this session, we’ll explore how to cultivate and hold onto joy—nourishing the Fire element within. We’ll learn how to anchor joy in our bodies and minds, tapping into the warmth of the heart to maintain our sense of lightness and vitality, even when life feels challenging. Through reflection, ancestral wisdom, and nature-informed ritual, we’ll uncover practices that help us hold onto the joy of summer , allowing it to infuse our lives long after the season fades.
Session 5: Towards Grounded Presence
As summer’s fiery energy begins to wane, we shift from the expansive consciousness of Fire to the stabilizing, grounding presence of Earth. In this session, we’ll focus on integrating the lessons of summer while connecting with the nurturing qualities of the Earth element. Through grounding practices and mindful reflection, we’ll create space to anchor ourselves in Earth’s steadiness, preparing for the transition into the next season. This session offers simple tools to help bring a sense of balance and grounding as we navigate the change of seasons.
As we enter summer, the energy of the Fire element invites us to connect with the heart—our center of love, joy, and vitality. In this session, we’ll ground ourselves in the heart space, using somatic tools to align with the depth and openness that this season invites. Through meditation, breath-awareness, and self-applied gentle touch, we’ll open to the energy of the heart, learning to cultivate compassion and clarity, and finding our center amidst the sun-drenched energy of summer. This session is about reconnecting with the expansive, nurturing warmth of the heart, allowing it to guide and anchor us.
Session 2: Expand of Contract? Connect or Not?
Summer is a time of outward energy, expansion, and connection, but the heat can sometimes overwhelm us. In this session, we’ll explore the dance between expansion and contraction within the Fire element. How do we embrace connection without burning out? How do we know when to expand and when to step back? Through guided self inquiry and nature-informed practices, we’ll find balance between connecting with others and honoring our need for solitude. This session is about understanding the natural ebb and flow of summer energy and learning to find harmony in the spaces between.
Session 3: Meeting the Heart's Counselors
In Chinese medicine, the heart calls on three counselors—Triple Warmer (TW), Pericardium (PC), and Small Intestine (SI)—to help guide us through emotional and energetic balance. Each of these channels offers a unique perspective: TW helps us navigate stress and external pressures, PC offers protection for the heart and emotional boundaries, and SI supports clarity and discernment in our relationships. In this session, we’ll explore how each of these energy channels interacts with the heart and its wisdom. Through deep reflection, gentle acupressure, and family constellations tools, we’ll learn to call on these “counselors” to support our emotional well-being and guide us toward deeper self-awareness and connection during the height of summer’s energy
Session 4: Holding onto Joy
Joy is the essence of summer, but it can sometimes feel fleeting in a world that often demands so much of us. In this session, we’ll explore how to cultivate and hold onto joy—nourishing the Fire element within. We’ll learn how to anchor joy in our bodies and minds, tapping into the warmth of the heart to maintain our sense of lightness and vitality, even when life feels challenging. Through reflection, ancestral wisdom, and nature-informed ritual, we’ll uncover practices that help us hold onto the joy of summer , allowing it to infuse our lives long after the season fades.
Session 5: Towards Grounded Presence
As summer’s fiery energy begins to wane, we shift from the expansive consciousness of Fire to the stabilizing, grounding presence of Earth. In this session, we’ll focus on integrating the lessons of summer while connecting with the nurturing qualities of the Earth element. Through grounding practices and mindful reflection, we’ll create space to anchor ourselves in Earth’s steadiness, preparing for the transition into the next season. This session offers simple tools to help bring a sense of balance and grounding as we navigate the change of seasons.
Details:
- Dates: Thursdays, June 19 and 26, July 3, 10, and 17
- Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET
- Format: Live interactive experience via Zoom (no recording)
- Missed a session? I’ll make sure you’re caught up.
- Fee for the 5-session series: $175 Supported, $250 General Admission, $325 Giving Back
Got questions? Send me a message.
What People Are Saying:
The Winter Alignment Series was an amazing opportunity to come together in a shared space and navigate the season. Shira does an amazing job of helping her clients become aware of what subconsciously or consciously needs tending to in our minds and spirit. The group was so supportive of each other, and I am so grateful to have the time to process and build tools of resilience.
— Natalie, Winter Alignment Series Participant
I'm so thankful for the Winter Alignment series and how it helped me listen to myself. I especially appreciate the first session, Who's Got My Back, where I connected with my paternal grandfather's presence. His wisdom and guidance and love have kept me warm all season long.
- Anonymous, Winter Alignment Series Participant
Though I have worked with Shira for many years, her capacity to meet the moment never ceases to amaze me. The 2025 Winter Alignment Series highlighted Shira's unique blend of intellect, wisdom and grace. The sessions offered deep and meaningful spiritual, mental and even physical comfort. I would not hesitate to lean into her offerings and am certain that she will help you bring forward exactly what you need; that is her gift.
- Jen, Winter Alignment Series Participant
Why This Series Matters:
Summer’s energy offers us a unique opportunity to embrace joy, connection, and vitality. By attuning to this season’s natural rhythms, you can uncover profound insights, cultivate emotional resilience, and prepare for the grounding energy that late summer invites. This series creates a supportive space to reconnect with your heart and body’s wisdom, nurture your inner world, and move through the season with a calm presence and grounded joy. Register now to join me in this transformative seasonal recalibration.