• Healing circles

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Online circles

The advantage of online healing circles is that you can participate in them regardless of where you are in the world. All you need is an internet connection. There’s no need to drive or take public transit, no need to go out in the dark, rain, or snow. And if you’re recovering from an illness—or want to minimize the chances of catching one—you can gain all the benefits of social connection from home.

Another advantage of online circles is that you meet people who you wouldn’t have otherwise crossed paths with. When you do, you realize how very much we have in common with one another. Regardless of where we are in the world, it turns out that we have far more similarities than differences.

Where are you?

Events you can participate if you live anywhere between Honolulu and Seattle

If you’re in Pacific Time, these events begin between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. from. If you’re in the Hawaii (UTC -10) and Alaska (UTC – 9) time zones, they can begin at 6 or 7 a.m.

To determine the exact start time, be sure to click the Look up your time zone link for events that you’re interested in.

What

Meeting life’s transitions with compassion


An intergenerational inquiry about our journeys through change and the impact of transitions on our bodies, minds, and spirits.
When
 Second Friday of the month from 8:30AM to 10:00AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Exploring eldering for women over 65 living on their own 3


We share the pleasures and perils of our experience as we seek understanding beyond the ageism of the dominant culture. This circle supports us in cultivating our own visions of eldering.
When
 Second Sunday of the month from 8:00AM to 9:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

We all die: Let's talk about it


This circle is about inviting death into our daily conversations.
When
 First Friday of the month from 8:00AM to 9:00AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Register
Language
 English
What

Aging Together 2: Discovering depth, grace and beauty in aging


Aging provides an opportunity to open to the world in new ways, bringing depth, meaning, and wholeness to our lives. Inevitable losses may lead to unexpected depths of feeling and new levels of authenticity.
When
 First and Third Tuesdays from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Expressive Arts 1


Everyone is an artist, and everyone is a healer. In some of these circles, we will chant, draw, move, and/or write.
When
 First Thursdays from 12:30PM to 2:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Ubuntu: The Black Women’s Circle of Joy and Light


This healing circle is a sanctuary in which women of African descent come together like ancient threads that intertwine to create a powerful tapestry of support.
When
 Second and Fourth Sundays from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Register
Language
 English
What

Exploring eldering for women over 65 living on their own 1


We share the pleasures and perils of our experience as we seek understanding beyond the ageism of the dominant culture. This circle supports us in cultivating our own visions of eldering.
When
 Second and fourth Thursdays from 4:00PM to 5:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Living with Cancer: Healing together 10


Within this circle, you might find meaning in the challenge of cancer, bear witness to your own or others’ suffering and loss, and explore your choices and capacity for healing.
When
 Every Tuesday from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Coming Together 5


Coming Together circles are for everyone. If you’d like to experience healing circles, but aren’t sure where to start, you’re in the right place.
When
 Second and fourth Wednesdays from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Supporting Healthcare 6: Caring for professionals


Even before the pandemic, healthcare workers labored in challenging environments. Gathering with companions who understand our struggle and share our strong intention to find healing can help us build resilience.
When
 Every Wednesday from 5:00PM to 6:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Register
Language
 English
What

Living with Loss 1


The losses we sustain vary greatly. Losing a job, a daily routine, a pet, a dream, the hope for a better future, or a loving relationship can cause grief and suffering. In this circle, all loss is validated so we may safely grieve.
When
 Every Monday from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Register
Language
 English
What

Supporting Healthcare 5: Caring for professionals


Even before the pandemic, healthcare workers labored in challenging environments. Gathering with companions who understand our struggle and share our strong intention to find healing can help us build resilience.
When
 Every Monday from 4:00PM to 5:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Living with Cancer: Healing together 15


Within this circle, you might find meaning in the challenge of cancer, bear witness to your own or others’ suffering and loss, and explore your choices and capacity for healing.
When
 Every Monday from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Heart-Sharing Circle für Eltern
When
 Jeden Mittwoch from 8:30PM to 10:00PM Central European Summer Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Register
Language
 German
What

Expressive Arts 2


Everyone is an artist, and everyone is a healer. In some of these circles, we will chant, draw, move, and/or write.
When
 First Monday of the month from 2:00PM to 3:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Join Wait List
Language
 English
What

Grieving Together 29: A Six-Session Series


A six-session series in which we hold space for reflection on the loss of loved ones. In this circle, we follow a thread between a set of themes, so we invite you to join us for the whole series if possible. Newcomers and returners are welcome.
When
 Every Wednesday (beginning May 1) from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
How
 Register
Language
 English

In-person circles

The main advantage of in-person healing circles is the hugs! Physical circles enable us to gather in the same way that our ancestors have for millennia. We can sit around an actual fire (or a center that represents one), pass a talking piece, and look one another in the eyes.

If you live in one of the areas below, or are passing through and want to connect on along way, feel free to register.

California

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Washington State

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The following events take place on the Commonweal campus.

Note: These are HCG placeholder events

What

Meeting life’s transitions with compassion


An intergenerational inquiry about our journeys through change and the impact of transitions on our bodies, minds, and spirits.
When
 Second Friday of the month from 8:30AM to 10:00AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Exploring eldering for women over 65 living on their own 3


We share the pleasures and perils of our experience as we seek understanding beyond the ageism of the dominant culture. This circle supports us in cultivating our own visions of eldering.
When
 Second Sunday of the month from 8:00AM to 9:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

We all die: Let's talk about it


This circle is about inviting death into our daily conversations.
When
 First Friday of the month from 8:00AM to 9:00AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Aging Together 2: Discovering depth, grace and beauty in aging


Aging provides an opportunity to open to the world in new ways, bringing depth, meaning, and wholeness to our lives. Inevitable losses may lead to unexpected depths of feeling and new levels of authenticity.
When
 First and Third Tuesdays from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Expressive Arts 1


Everyone is an artist, and everyone is a healer. In some of these circles, we will chant, draw, move, and/or write.
When
 First Thursdays from 12:30PM to 2:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Ubuntu: The Black Women’s Circle of Joy and Light


This healing circle is a sanctuary in which women of African descent come together like ancient threads that intertwine to create a powerful tapestry of support.
When
 Second and Fourth Sundays from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Exploring eldering for women over 65 living on their own 1


We share the pleasures and perils of our experience as we seek understanding beyond the ageism of the dominant culture. This circle supports us in cultivating our own visions of eldering.
When
 Second and fourth Thursdays from 4:00PM to 5:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Living with Cancer: Healing together 10


Within this circle, you might find meaning in the challenge of cancer, bear witness to your own or others’ suffering and loss, and explore your choices and capacity for healing.
When
 Every Tuesday from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Coming Together 5


Coming Together circles are for everyone. If you’d like to experience healing circles, but aren’t sure where to start, you’re in the right place.
When
 Second and fourth Wednesdays from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Supporting Healthcare 6: Caring for professionals


Even before the pandemic, healthcare workers labored in challenging environments. Gathering with companions who understand our struggle and share our strong intention to find healing can help us build resilience.
When
 Every Wednesday from 5:00PM to 6:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Living with Loss 1


The losses we sustain vary greatly. Losing a job, a daily routine, a pet, a dream, the hope for a better future, or a loving relationship can cause grief and suffering. In this circle, all loss is validated so we may safely grieve.
When
 Every Monday from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Supporting Healthcare 5: Caring for professionals


Even before the pandemic, healthcare workers labored in challenging environments. Gathering with companions who understand our struggle and share our strong intention to find healing can help us build resilience.
When
 Every Monday from 4:00PM to 5:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Living with Cancer: Healing together 15


Within this circle, you might find meaning in the challenge of cancer, bear witness to your own or others’ suffering and loss, and explore your choices and capacity for healing.
When
 Every Monday from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Heart-Sharing Circle für Eltern
When
 Jeden Mittwoch from 8:30PM to 10:00PM Central European Summer Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Expressive Arts 2


Everyone is an artist, and everyone is a healer. In some of these circles, we will chant, draw, move, and/or write.
When
 First Monday of the month from 2:00PM to 3:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Grieving Together 29: A Six-Session Series


A six-session series in which we hold space for reflection on the loss of loved ones. In this circle, we follow a thread between a set of themes, so we invite you to join us for the whole series if possible. Newcomers and returners are welcome.
When
 Every Wednesday (beginning May 1) from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register

The following events take place on Whidbey Island, in Washington State.

Note: These are HCG placeholder events

What

Meeting life’s transitions with compassion


An intergenerational inquiry about our journeys through change and the impact of transitions on our bodies, minds, and spirits.
When
 Second Friday of the month from 8:30AM to 10:00AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Exploring eldering for women over 65 living on their own 3


We share the pleasures and perils of our experience as we seek understanding beyond the ageism of the dominant culture. This circle supports us in cultivating our own visions of eldering.
When
 Second Sunday of the month from 8:00AM to 9:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

We all die: Let's talk about it


This circle is about inviting death into our daily conversations.
When
 First Friday of the month from 8:00AM to 9:00AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Aging Together 2: Discovering depth, grace and beauty in aging


Aging provides an opportunity to open to the world in new ways, bringing depth, meaning, and wholeness to our lives. Inevitable losses may lead to unexpected depths of feeling and new levels of authenticity.
When
 First and Third Tuesdays from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Expressive Arts 1


Everyone is an artist, and everyone is a healer. In some of these circles, we will chant, draw, move, and/or write.
When
 First Thursdays from 12:30PM to 2:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Ubuntu: The Black Women’s Circle of Joy and Light


This healing circle is a sanctuary in which women of African descent come together like ancient threads that intertwine to create a powerful tapestry of support.
When
 Second and Fourth Sundays from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Exploring eldering for women over 65 living on their own 1


We share the pleasures and perils of our experience as we seek understanding beyond the ageism of the dominant culture. This circle supports us in cultivating our own visions of eldering.
When
 Second and fourth Thursdays from 4:00PM to 5:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Living with Cancer: Healing together 10


Within this circle, you might find meaning in the challenge of cancer, bear witness to your own or others’ suffering and loss, and explore your choices and capacity for healing.
When
 Every Tuesday from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Coming Together 5


Coming Together circles are for everyone. If you’d like to experience healing circles, but aren’t sure where to start, you’re in the right place.
When
 Second and fourth Wednesdays from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Supporting Healthcare 6: Caring for professionals


Even before the pandemic, healthcare workers labored in challenging environments. Gathering with companions who understand our struggle and share our strong intention to find healing can help us build resilience.
When
 Every Wednesday from 5:00PM to 6:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Living with Loss 1


The losses we sustain vary greatly. Losing a job, a daily routine, a pet, a dream, the hope for a better future, or a loving relationship can cause grief and suffering. In this circle, all loss is validated so we may safely grieve.
When
 Every Monday from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Supporting Healthcare 5: Caring for professionals


Even before the pandemic, healthcare workers labored in challenging environments. Gathering with companions who understand our struggle and share our strong intention to find healing can help us build resilience.
When
 Every Monday from 4:00PM to 5:00PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Living with Cancer: Healing together 15


Within this circle, you might find meaning in the challenge of cancer, bear witness to your own or others’ suffering and loss, and explore your choices and capacity for healing.
When
 Every Monday from 12:00PM to 1:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Heart-Sharing Circle für Eltern
When
 Jeden Mittwoch from 8:30PM to 10:00PM Central European Summer Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register
What

Expressive Arts 2


Everyone is an artist, and everyone is a healer. In some of these circles, we will chant, draw, move, and/or write.
When
 First Monday of the month from 2:00PM to 3:30PM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Join Wait List
What

Grieving Together 29: A Six-Session Series


A six-session series in which we hold space for reflection on the loss of loved ones. In this circle, we follow a thread between a set of themes, so we invite you to join us for the whole series if possible. Newcomers and returners are welcome.
When
 Every Wednesday (beginning May 1) from 10:00AM to 11:30AM Pacific Daylight Time

Look up your time zone
Where
 [physical address]
How
 Register

Please note

Healing circles are groups of peers who support one another through deep listening and compassion. Circle participants abide by agreements, including agreements around confidentiality. The volunteers who host healing circles do not provide medical or psychotherapeutic advice or treatment. Participation in a healing circle does not replace the care provided by a qualified healthcare professional.