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SATURDAY 9 - 10 AM PST
Village Well is thrilled to collaborate with amazing teachers, storytellers, and healers each week. This space is dedicated to each teacher sharing wisdom while granting us connection through community.
All are welcome.
Self -Love Project
November 18
Karen Adamski: Shamanic Practitioner
As a shamanic practitioner, Karen works with clients from all over the world to bring them healing in the form(s) of vibrational medicine, meditation, art, nature, color, kindness and much more. By bringing community together, Karen loves to teach others how easy it is to bring balance & beauty into their lives.
As a shamanic practitioner, Karen works with clients from all over the world to bring them healing in the form(s) of vibrational medicine, meditation, art, nature, color, kindness and much more. By bringing community together, Karen loves to teach others how easy it is to bring balance & beauty into their lives.
November 25
Michelle Francois-Walsh: Community Builder & Empowerment Coach
Michelle Walsh is an educator, speaker and visionary behind My Village Well. Michelle's innate use of vulnerability, a disarming sense of humor, and her contagious zest for life, have created a safe haven where others are able to recognize and own their Divine gifts. Using her five daughters as inspiration, Michelle develops Workshop and Retreat curriculum around topics such as: courage, positive body image, and creating healthy boundaries. Michelle is also available for speaking, as well as one-on-one and small group coaching.
Michelle Walsh is an educator, speaker and visionary behind My Village Well. Michelle's innate use of vulnerability, a disarming sense of humor, and her contagious zest for life, have created a safe haven where others are able to recognize and own their Divine gifts. Using her five daughters as inspiration, Michelle develops Workshop and Retreat curriculum around topics such as: courage, positive body image, and creating healthy boundaries. Michelle is also available for speaking, as well as one-on-one and small group coaching.
December 2
Nate Jones: Yogi & Wellness Practitioner
Nate is interested in fully experiencing the wholeness that we are through the exploration of life and relationships. His own journey has radically changed his life into a much more authentic, easeful and connected one. He is a spiritual leader, community builder, Thai massage specialist, and yoga/meditation guide.
Nate is interested in fully experiencing the wholeness that we are through the exploration of life and relationships. His own journey has radically changed his life into a much more authentic, easeful and connected one. He is a spiritual leader, community builder, Thai massage specialist, and yoga/meditation guide.
December 9
Laurie Wagner: Writing Teacher, Coach & Author
Laurie Wagner has been publishing books and essays, and teaching writing for the last 25 years. She is a process guru and has a genius for holding space, helping people unzip what’s inside of them and get ink on the page.
A creative brain-stormer, she specializes in out-of-the-box ways to tell your stories. Her Wild Writing classes are the cornerstone of her live work. She teaches weekly small online groups, and also hosts the Wild Writing Family, a large group of writers from around the world who write together weekly. She is the author of Living Happily Ever After: Couples Talk about Long Term Love, and Expectations: 30 Women Talk about Becoming a Mother.
Laurie Wagner has been publishing books and essays, and teaching writing for the last 25 years. She is a process guru and has a genius for holding space, helping people unzip what’s inside of them and get ink on the page.
A creative brain-stormer, she specializes in out-of-the-box ways to tell your stories. Her Wild Writing classes are the cornerstone of her live work. She teaches weekly small online groups, and also hosts the Wild Writing Family, a large group of writers from around the world who write together weekly. She is the author of Living Happily Ever After: Couples Talk about Long Term Love, and Expectations: 30 Women Talk about Becoming a Mother.
December 16
Shraddha Pai: Breathwork Practitioner
Shraddha Pai is a trainer of meditation, breathwork and social connection. She found SKY breath meditation at a point in her life when she was suffering from severe depression. SKY meditation literally saved her life and she found it to be so beneficial for her health and overall wellbeing that she was inspired to teach these techniques to others. She underwent over 1000 hours of training to volunteer as a faculty member for the Art of Living Foundation. By profession, Shraddha is a program manager at Apple. She is a new mom and lives in San Jose with her husband and baby girl. Her hobbies include creating latte art, powerlifting and learning music.
Shraddha Pai is a trainer of meditation, breathwork and social connection. She found SKY breath meditation at a point in her life when she was suffering from severe depression. SKY meditation literally saved her life and she found it to be so beneficial for her health and overall wellbeing that she was inspired to teach these techniques to others. She underwent over 1000 hours of training to volunteer as a faculty member for the Art of Living Foundation. By profession, Shraddha is a program manager at Apple. She is a new mom and lives in San Jose with her husband and baby girl. Her hobbies include creating latte art, powerlifting and learning music.
December 30
Julie Smiley: Equus Life Coach & Mentor
Julie Smiley is a certified Equus Life Coach, intuitive guide and mentor; her passion to help during life's challenging transitions put her on a path for over a decade, and she is trained in grief support and Critical Incident Stress Management. Julie guides individuals through difficult life circumstances who are working through mental, emotional and spiritual journeys. She walks alongside them and encourages them to take a deeper dive of self reflection, while working with horses in some cases, to assist her clients to achieve the healing they desire.
Julie Smiley is a certified Equus Life Coach, intuitive guide and mentor; her passion to help during life's challenging transitions put her on a path for over a decade, and she is trained in grief support and Critical Incident Stress Management. Julie guides individuals through difficult life circumstances who are working through mental, emotional and spiritual journeys. She walks alongside them and encourages them to take a deeper dive of self reflection, while working with horses in some cases, to assist her clients to achieve the healing they desire.
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January 6
Nancy Slonim Aronie: Author & Writing Teacher
Nancy Slonim Aronie is the founder of the Chilmark Writing Workshop on Martha’s Vineyard, where she lives. She has been a regular contributor to National Public Radio’s All Things Considered as well as a columnist for multiple newspapers. She has taught writing at such venues as Kripalu, Omega, Esalen and Harvard.
Nancy Slonim Aronie is the founder of the Chilmark Writing Workshop on Martha’s Vineyard, where she lives. She has been a regular contributor to National Public Radio’s All Things Considered as well as a columnist for multiple newspapers. She has taught writing at such venues as Kripalu, Omega, Esalen and Harvard.
January 20
Karen Adamski: Shamanic Practitioner
As a shamanic practitioner, Karen works with clients from all over the world to bring them healing in the form(s) of vibrational medicine, meditation, art, nature, color, kindness and much more. By bringing community together, Karen loves to teach others how easy it is to bring balance & beauty into their lives.
As a shamanic practitioner, Karen works with clients from all over the world to bring them healing in the form(s) of vibrational medicine, meditation, art, nature, color, kindness and much more. By bringing community together, Karen loves to teach others how easy it is to bring balance & beauty into their lives.
January 27
Mariah Hudler: Financial Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Mariah is a Financial Therapist, Consultant, and Coach who works with individuals, couples, and entrepreneurs wanting to improve their relationship with their money. She does this by helping them connect with their emotions, become clear with their intentions, and be confident in their decisions. Her mission is to reduce the financial stress associated with modern life by promoting a balanced, financially healthy life. What grounds Mariah is her family, cycling, tacos, adventures, and financial security.
Mariah is a Financial Therapist, Consultant, and Coach who works with individuals, couples, and entrepreneurs wanting to improve their relationship with their money. She does this by helping them connect with their emotions, become clear with their intentions, and be confident in their decisions. Her mission is to reduce the financial stress associated with modern life by promoting a balanced, financially healthy life. What grounds Mariah is her family, cycling, tacos, adventures, and financial security.
February 3
Shana McLean Moore: Coach, Speaker, Gatherer
Shana McLean Moore is a writer, coach, speaker, and gatherer. She is the founder of The Gigis, a growing community in Silicon Valley for women 50+ who, like Shana, are looking to build more connections and a deeper sense of purpose by gathering, growing, and giving back together.
Shana McLean Moore is a writer, coach, speaker, and gatherer. She is the founder of The Gigis, a growing community in Silicon Valley for women 50+ who, like Shana, are looking to build more connections and a deeper sense of purpose by gathering, growing, and giving back together.
February 17
Karla Obernesser: Therapist & Relationship Guru
Karla enjoys working with people to nourish their relationships. She has a private counseling practice in Bellevue, WA. She and her husband of 32 years have been partnering to enrich their own relationship and the relationships of others by providing retreats and programs. Together they created WeDO Relationships - WeDO Relationships is a platform fostering life-giving relationships that withstand adversity and will be releasing online programs for couples to access online. Together, Karla and Richard have 4 children whom they adore.
Karla enjoys working with people to nourish their relationships. She has a private counseling practice in Bellevue, WA. She and her husband of 32 years have been partnering to enrich their own relationship and the relationships of others by providing retreats and programs. Together they created WeDO Relationships - WeDO Relationships is a platform fostering life-giving relationships that withstand adversity and will be releasing online programs for couples to access online. Together, Karla and Richard have 4 children whom they adore.
February 24
Alynn Brutsman: Spiritual Direction
Alynn offers the world Spiritual Healing through Dream Exploration, Meditation, Art and Creative Writing. Her gift is to listen and summon the Holy Spirit to be present in the healing using grounding strategies such as: Journaling, Chanting, Meditation, Prayer, Body Connection: Notice and Nurture, Music, Drawing and Painting.
Alynn offers the world Spiritual Healing through Dream Exploration, Meditation, Art and Creative Writing. Her gift is to listen and summon the Holy Spirit to be present in the healing using grounding strategies such as: Journaling, Chanting, Meditation, Prayer, Body Connection: Notice and Nurture, Music, Drawing and Painting.
March 2
Nicole Kleemann: Creative, Coach & Twirler
As a Creative Leadership Coach Nicole Kleemann empowers curious, and courageous women to transform limiting beliefs and create choices that will bring their lives and careers to new heights. Her years of international experience managing diverse and cross-cultural teams at Google, along with her innate understanding of human behavior and motivation, has made her a sought-after manager and coach throughout her career.
As a Creative Leadership Coach Nicole Kleemann empowers curious, and courageous women to transform limiting beliefs and create choices that will bring their lives and careers to new heights. Her years of international experience managing diverse and cross-cultural teams at Google, along with her innate understanding of human behavior and motivation, has made her a sought-after manager and coach throughout her career.
March 9
Tom Walsh: Qi Gong Instructor
​After witnessing his first miracle at a young age, Tom has been on a lifelong quest of understanding, healing and faith. Blessed with the entrepreneurial spirit, Tom started a small business in his 20s that allowed him the abundance and flexibility to follow his heart’s passion into his mature years. As a father, husband, and business owner, one thing has remained constant throughout Tom’s life: his deep love of being of service to others. Tom is a Level 2 graduate of Morning Crane’s Qigong Teacher Training and is currently studying in the Shelton Qigong Curative Course. Spending the first half of his life a devoted community leader, Tom now dedicates his time to helping those wishing to refine themselves and step into a life of freedom. When Tom is not practicing Qigong or Tai Chi he is running his small Carpet and Upholstery business.
​After witnessing his first miracle at a young age, Tom has been on a lifelong quest of understanding, healing and faith. Blessed with the entrepreneurial spirit, Tom started a small business in his 20s that allowed him the abundance and flexibility to follow his heart’s passion into his mature years. As a father, husband, and business owner, one thing has remained constant throughout Tom’s life: his deep love of being of service to others. Tom is a Level 2 graduate of Morning Crane’s Qigong Teacher Training and is currently studying in the Shelton Qigong Curative Course. Spending the first half of his life a devoted community leader, Tom now dedicates his time to helping those wishing to refine themselves and step into a life of freedom. When Tom is not practicing Qigong or Tai Chi he is running his small Carpet and Upholstery business.
March 16
Aimee Blair: Creativity Coach
Aimee is an Intuitive Artist, teacher, Creativity Coach and Certified Art Medicine Practitioner. She is the founder of Creative Compass, a supportive online community for creative explorers, and the author of the adult coloring book, Feminine Forms: A Guidebook for Reconnecting with The Feminine. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and three daughters. She believes creativity is a non-optional part of human well-being and loves helping people reconnect to their Creative Heart.
Aimee is an Intuitive Artist, teacher, Creativity Coach and Certified Art Medicine Practitioner. She is the founder of Creative Compass, a supportive online community for creative explorers, and the author of the adult coloring book, Feminine Forms: A Guidebook for Reconnecting with The Feminine. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and three daughters. She believes creativity is a non-optional part of human well-being and loves helping people reconnect to their Creative Heart.
March 23
Liqa Moin: Numerology Coach
Liqa Moin is a teacher who is dedicated to helping both children and adults use practices such as writing and meditation to open up to their spiritual potential and explore their inner worlds. She employs the insights offered by numerology to support greater self-understanding and to provide new angles into interpersonal relationships. Moreover, being deeply rooted in her Iraqi heritage, she is passionate about creating cultural bridges, fostering understanding and connection throughout her work.
Liqa Moin is a teacher who is dedicated to helping both children and adults use practices such as writing and meditation to open up to their spiritual potential and explore their inner worlds. She employs the insights offered by numerology to support greater self-understanding and to provide new angles into interpersonal relationships. Moreover, being deeply rooted in her Iraqi heritage, she is passionate about creating cultural bridges, fostering understanding and connection throughout her work.
March 30
Joy Reichart: Writing Midwife
Joy has always looked to writing to convey what she really needs to say. In 2020 she began hosting Soul Writing groups and workshops that provide a warm, welcoming space for people's words to flow. Participants write, share, and celebrate what came through. This extremely simple approach gives writers of all levels of experience the space and courage to write the messy, healing truth from the depths of their souls.
Joy has always looked to writing to convey what she really needs to say. In 2020 she began hosting Soul Writing groups and workshops that provide a warm, welcoming space for people's words to flow. Participants write, share, and celebrate what came through. This extremely simple approach gives writers of all levels of experience the space and courage to write the messy, healing truth from the depths of their souls.
April 6
Consie Sindet: Creativity Coach
Consie Sindet is a Creativity Coach and Teacher who uses mixed media and art journaling as an invitation to find delight, freedom and going with the flow. She believes that we should always be learning, growing, trying, failing and embracing the process. She wants everyone to know that if you start with the curiosity, playfulness, and joy by slapping down some paint, gluing magazine pages to a piece of paper, adding doodling & marks, finding a quote that screams...'THIS IS HOW I FEEL TODAY!"...and calling it good enough, the deep stuff will show up and allow you to find yourself.
Consie Sindet is a Creativity Coach and Teacher who uses mixed media and art journaling as an invitation to find delight, freedom and going with the flow. She believes that we should always be learning, growing, trying, failing and embracing the process. She wants everyone to know that if you start with the curiosity, playfulness, and joy by slapping down some paint, gluing magazine pages to a piece of paper, adding doodling & marks, finding a quote that screams...'THIS IS HOW I FEEL TODAY!"...and calling it good enough, the deep stuff will show up and allow you to find yourself.
April 13
Nicole Connell: Qoya Teacher & Founder of Girls Shine Bright
Nicole is a Qoya movement teacher. Qoya is a fusion of yoga, dance and feminine movement designed to help women reconnect to their innate wisdom, wildness and freedom. When she's not dancing, she runs her own business helping children with learning differences find success, and she also facilitates girls' leadership circles.
Nicole is a Qoya movement teacher. Qoya is a fusion of yoga, dance and feminine movement designed to help women reconnect to their innate wisdom, wildness and freedom. When she's not dancing, she runs her own business helping children with learning differences find success, and she also facilitates girls' leadership circles.
April 20
Nate Jones: Yogi & Wellness Practitioner
Nate is interested in fully experiencing the wholeness that we are through the exploration of life and relationships. His own journey has radically changed his life into a much more authentic, easeful and connected one. He is a spiritual leader, community builder, Thai massage specialist, and yoga/meditation guide.
Nate is interested in fully experiencing the wholeness that we are through the exploration of life and relationships. His own journey has radically changed his life into a much more authentic, easeful and connected one. He is a spiritual leader, community builder, Thai massage specialist, and yoga/meditation guide.
April 27
Parisa Shelton: Qi Gong Practitioner
Dedicated to spreading love and being of service. Parisa is a first-generation daughter of two physicists who grew up in Silicon Valley at the peak of the technological revolution, turned Yogi, Qigong instructor and practitioner of the energy arts. She is a co-owner of the Morning Crane Healing Arts Center in San Jose and Los Angeles, Qigong Teacher Training (QTT), and The Qi Club, an online subscription platform that offers natural remedy seeks, regular practices to reduce stress, relieve pain and access higher-levels of wellbeing.
Dedicated to spreading love and being of service. Parisa is a first-generation daughter of two physicists who grew up in Silicon Valley at the peak of the technological revolution, turned Yogi, Qigong instructor and practitioner of the energy arts. She is a co-owner of the Morning Crane Healing Arts Center in San Jose and Los Angeles, Qigong Teacher Training (QTT), and The Qi Club, an online subscription platform that offers natural remedy seeks, regular practices to reduce stress, relieve pain and access higher-levels of wellbeing.
May 4
Marti Foster: Yoga Teacher & Lifestyle Coach
Marti has been an influential educator of Yoga, Qi Gong and Meditation in Silicon Valley since 1986.
She has a masters degree in yoga philosophy and is passionate about sharing the richness of the practice locally and internationally. Currently, she teaches several group classes at Breathe Together Yoga in Los Gatos, CA.
Marti has been an influential educator of Yoga, Qi Gong and Meditation in Silicon Valley since 1986.
She has a masters degree in yoga philosophy and is passionate about sharing the richness of the practice locally and internationally. Currently, she teaches several group classes at Breathe Together Yoga in Los Gatos, CA.
May 11
Jessica Davis: Intuitive Healer & Counselor
Jessica Davis is a psychic intuitive healer and counselor. She offers energy healing sessions that are divinely guided and address the exact issues that need to be healed for you in that moment. These sessions help clear out any doubts or fears you may have and allow you to step into your true power!
Jessica Davis is a psychic intuitive healer and counselor. She offers energy healing sessions that are divinely guided and address the exact issues that need to be healed for you in that moment. These sessions help clear out any doubts or fears you may have and allow you to step into your true power!
May 25
Michelle Francois-Walsh: Community Builder & Empowerment Coach
Michelle Walsh is an educator, speaker and visionary behind My Village Well. Michelle's innate use of vulnerability, a disarming sense of humor, and her contagious zest for life, have created a safe haven where others are able to recognize and own their Divine gifts. Using her five daughters as inspiration, Michelle develops Workshop and Retreat curriculum around topics such as: courage, positive body image, and creating healthy boundaries. Michelle is also available for speaking, as well as one-on-one and small group coaching.
Michelle Walsh is an educator, speaker and visionary behind My Village Well. Michelle's innate use of vulnerability, a disarming sense of humor, and her contagious zest for life, have created a safe haven where others are able to recognize and own their Divine gifts. Using her five daughters as inspiration, Michelle develops Workshop and Retreat curriculum around topics such as: courage, positive body image, and creating healthy boundaries. Michelle is also available for speaking, as well as one-on-one and small group coaching.
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