Singing Heals Fireside Song Circle

In times such as these, we need to return to the practices that hold, nurture and sustain us all. Singing in community is an ancient technology, and a powerful tool for healing, transformation and collective liberation.

Not only does singing activate the parasympathetic nervous system, reduce cortisol and stress levels, lower blood pressure, improve digestion and cardio function and release endorphins and oxytocin, singing is also a DYNAMIC, THERAPEUTIC tool that allows our emotions to be processed and to move through us in a way that thinking or talking simply cannot do.

An accessible and community-based approach to singing, together we will share simple chants, rounds and layer songs, taught in the moment "call & echo" style; songs designed to soothe, to uplift, to support and to inspire. Singing is our birthright - bring your voices and your hearts. I can't wait to sing with you.

**Circle held outdoors. Bring some cozy layers, and something to sit on.

**PARKING is available on Porter Gulch where signs indicate, or on Soquel Ave (either side of the street) in front of Cabrillo. DO NOT PARK IN RESIDENT LOT OR TEMPLE BETH EL PARKING LOT.

**5-5:30 - Arrive, get settled, ground with the land and each other. 5:30 - Singing begins.

No matter your race, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, or housing status, you are not only welcome here, you belong here. I hope you will bring the wholeness of who you are to this embodied experience of singing with full permission to be in movement, grief, laughter and imperfection.

DONATION - Suggested donation $30-$20. No one turned away due to lack of funds - contact me if this is a hardship. Thank you for supporting what supports you.

ACCOUNTABILITY - I will be tithing to the Amah Mutsun Land Trust. Aptos Beloved Community will generously be matching our donation.

Who I am:

Sarah MacEwan (she/her), aka The Singing Therapist, is on a mission to heal and be healed through creative self-expression. As a psychotherapist, singer, storyteller and grief-tender, Sarah brings her open heart and emotional expertise to every circle she leads, knowing that singing is a therapeutic experience like no other. Sing with her monthly at her Singing Heals Song Circles, or join her for the healing at healingishappening.