{"id":11823,"date":"2024-11-29T19:49:55","date_gmt":"2024-11-30T00:49:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/?post_type=ctc_event&#038;p=11823"},"modified":"2024-12-03T18:04:51","modified_gmt":"2024-12-03T23:04:51","slug":"playshop-an-invitation-to-savor-the-present-moment","status":"publish","type":"ctc_event","link":"https:\/\/bffct.org\/bff\/events\/playshop-an-invitation-to-savor-the-present-moment\/","title":{"rendered":"PLAYshop: An Invitation to Savor the Present Moment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>PLAYshop: An Invitation to Savor the Present Moment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready to reconnect with the joy of being fully alive? Join <strong>Melissa Lewis, RN BSN<\/strong>, a holistic &amp; hospice nurse with a passion for life, as she invites you to step into a world of creative exploration and mindful play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In today\u2019s fast-paced, goal-driven society, many of us have forgotten how to truly <em>play<\/em>. We take ourselves and our lives so seriously, often missing the richness of the present moment. Yet, when we give ourselves permission to play\u2014whether through movement, laughter, or simply embracing a sense of wonder\u2014we unlock deeper aspects of our authentic selves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this <strong>PLAYshop<\/strong>, Melissa will guide you through exercises designed to engage the senses, encouraging you to slow down, feel deeply, and reconnect with your innate sense of joy and freedom. Through the simple act of play, you\u2019ll open yourself up to a more harmonious and balanced life, aligning with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Love &amp; Peace<\/strong>: Cultivate inner calm and compassionate presence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prosperity &amp; Harmony<\/strong>: Invite more abundance and fulfilling relationships into your life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comfort &amp; Joy<\/strong>: Experience the freedom of being true to yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why Play?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Play isn\u2019t just for children\u2014it&#8217;s a vital, rejuvenating practice for grown-ups, too. It\u2019s the gateway to tapping into your creative essence, fostering mental clarity, and recharging your emotional batteries. By savoring each moment with a playful spirit, you tap into the deeper layers of your being, rediscovering a wellspring of joy, spontaneity, and connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join Melissa and a group of like-minded souls as we explore the transformative power of play. Let go of stress, expectations, and limitations, and allow yourself to simply <em>be<\/em>\u2014in joy, in peace, and in freedom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Details<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Who\u2019s Invited<\/strong>: Grown-ups ready to embrace the joy of being human<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What You\u2019ll Experience<\/strong>: Guided mindfulness exercises, sensory explorations, group activities, and opportunities for personal reflection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How to prepare: <\/strong>Come as you are or consider intentionally dressing in your most comfortable, beautiful, bold, outrageous, or playful attire. A small sweet seasonal treat (chocolate, mandarin orange, or candy cane) will be provided for taste segment but feel free to bring your favorite treat of choice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Workshop<\/strong> <strong>Cost:<\/strong> $20 at the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Come play, come savor, and come return to the essence of who you truly are. You deserve it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PLAYshop: An Invitation to Savor the Present Moment Are you ready to reconnect with the joy of being fully alive? Join Melissa Lewis, RN BSN, a holistic &amp; hospice nurse with a passion for life, as she invites you to step into a world of creative exploration and mindful play. 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