Practicing Freedom
[Somatic Practice Space]
Saturday, May 3rd
12-2pm Central
with monica climaco
in this session, we will explore what freedom and revolutionary change means to us. we will also examine some of the obstacles that stand in the way. in particular, that piece of the oppressor which is planted deep within each of us*. and we will experiment, via improv and creative play, with new micro choices for practicing freedom and moving closer to embodiment.
for folks who have noticed a tendency to force themselves to do something because they feel they “should,” even if it doesn’t align with their values and desires. and if they would like to cultivate a practice of healing such moments and nurture a different pattern around freedom, then this session is for them.
this workshop is open to everyone, though the experiences of QTBIPOC folks will be centered and prioritized.
* “The true focus of revolutionary change is never merely the oppressive situations which we seek to escape, but that piece of the oppressor which is planted deep within each of us, and which knows only the oppressor’s tactics, the oppressor’s relationships.” -Audre Lorde
Liberation in Iterations
Donations-based drop in space for anyone who wants to engage in a consistent practice and develop the relationship to their nervous system and spiritual embodiment inside of liberatory work.
Each session, a different topic and practice will be explored in depth, with a rotating schedule of practitioners and educators.Â
The experiences of QTBIPOC will be prioritized in this space. White and white-passing, as well as those with majority white ancestry are asked to participate in a learning capacity and will be prompted for shares when appropriate.Â
Donations are highly encouraged to support facilitator compensation and school operations. You will be prompted to make your donation upon registration.
Register here.
Upon submission, you will be redirected to a page to make a donation to support facilitator compensation and school operations.
About monicaÂ
monica climaco (she/they) is a queer, immigrant, neurodivergent, somatic practitioner, coach, artist, and activist. her purpose on earth is to enjoy life being as true to herself as possible, while walking alongside people on their journeys to be the same. weaving movement, art-making, play, and other creative modalities into her practice, monica believes radical embodied authenticity, pleasure, and aliveness are foundational for healing, transformation, and collective liberation.
as a survivor of suicide attempts, monica is also dedicated to providing support to fellow survivors who are strengthening their relationships with their reasons to stay, in a world that manufactures so many reasons to go.
monica has been coaching since 2020, and studying, practicting, and sharing about somatics since 2023. learn more about monica and how to work 1:1 with her at the link below.
work with monica
