From Bodywork to Embodied Work

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Research proves that there are many ways for a child to thrive; there’s not just one way that works. Yet, if a child has these present in their life, they will grow up with less trauma. ⬇️ Read Below Firstly, if it didn’t happen this way, it’s not the end of the world. I’m not here to shame anyone, as many parents don’t have any other choice but to place their children into childcare, into someone else’s hands while they work to provide for their family. When a child comes into this world, they are intrinsically connected to both parents, especially their mother. A child wants to feel secure and nurtured by their mother the most and wants to play and explore with their father more. Having both parents present is crucial for their development. If the parents grow apart, they need to be committed to their children and be present with them as much as they can. I feel for those who are left alone, when the other parent doesn’t want anything to do with them. If that’s you, know you’re not alone and your child can still thrive. Keep doing the best you can every day. As a parent, you want the best for your child: the best home, life, food, water, and so on. The foundations are essential, yet a child would rather play with you than receive the latest toy. They don’t care about the newest toy; they adore time with their parents the most. This builds trust and shows them a true relationship. As they grow older, they will naturally reflect on this and know what a good relationship is. Children observe and listen to everything; they’re little sponges. If they witness healthy relationships, hobbies, and experiences, they will naturally form into a healthy lifestyle. We need to lead by example and show them that they don’t need much to be happy and have fun. They can be in pure bliss in the sand, leaves, mountains, and oceans. They can have fun through pure connection and playful games that involve each other, not a toy or a screen. Kids love nature the most, and it’s one of the best remedies for them. Being in nature helps with circulating their emotions, grounds them, brings out their playful side and so much more. #parentingtips #parentingadvice #fatherhood

Meet our Chi for Two® coaches!

Mary Lou Davidson, LMT, LE, Certified Chi for Two Embodiment Coach

Mary Lou is a licensed body-worker of 29 years, a licensed aesthetician and a performing artist. She is a co-developer of Chi For Two and co-creator and facilitator of two Chi-for-Two informed courses:

For massage therapists, “Who’s on the Table” - Using nervous system science and attachment theory to recognize trauma and mindfully manage transference and countertransference.

For performing artists, “Who’s On The Stage”- Exploring nervous system science and attachment theory for a more embodied authentic performance.

Mary Lou’s coaching includes work with individuals, couples and the healing and performing artist. She is a 12-step enthusiast and works with clients who are sober curious.

Mary Lou resides in the state of Georgia, USA and offers in-person sessions at Harbor of Dreams Art and virtual embodiment coaching worldwide.

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You can reach Mary Lou at [email protected]

Chi for Two® offers trauma healing as the awakening of the movements that have become inhibited over many, many generations, and the integrating of those movements into our movement vocabulary mobilized by Play/Dance. Therefore, trauma healing can become health-creating.

Chi for Two - The Energetic Dance of Healthy Relationship is a polyvagal-informed, multigenerational trauma healing method, offers somatic healing practices that are relational and developmental.

Learn more at www.chifortwo.com

🎤 Workshop announcement!

“Who’s on the Stage?”

Exploring nervous system science and attachment theory for a more embodied, authentic performance. 🌟

In this in-person introductory workshop, participants will be invited to reflect on their performance art and explore the chemistry of fight/flight, dorsal-vagal shut-down and freeze. These states often arise during a performance and can result in stage fright and cause us to disembody.

Content will include an introduction to autonomic nervous system function, emphasizing the influence of the vagus nerve as outlined in Dr. Stephen Porges’ Polyvagal Theory. 🧠

Participants will learn Chi for Two® partner practices designed to help recognize and stabilize instances of transference and countertransference, as well as trauma responses that may emerge on stage. You are invited to bring an instrument of your choice, but it is not required. 🎸🥁

Instructors:

Certified Chi for Two Embodiment Coach, Bodyworker, Musician and Performing Artist, Mary Lou Davidson.

Dance Movement Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor and Performing Artist, Dee Wagner. Dee is the originator of Chi for Two – The Energetic Dance of Healthy Relationship, a polyvagal-informed, multi-generational trauma healing method.

Location: Harbor of Dreams Art, 6570 James B Rivers Memorial Drive, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Tuesday February 27, 2024, 6:30 pm - 9:30pm.

For more information about registration please contact the instructor directly at: [email protected] or @ 404-372-0015.

Fee: $60.00

Chi for Two, a polyvagal-informed multi-generational trauma healing method, offers somatic healing practices that are relational and developmental.

ChiforTwo.com

This in-person offering is suited for the new performing artist as well as the seasoned performer who longs for a more embodied, authentic performance without fear. Join us!

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Our Pay From The Heart option for all online series Bonnie taught between 2020 – 2023 is still available!⁠ ⁠ This option allows people who need financial assistance to register for any of Bonnie's past six online series based on what they are able to pay.⁠ ⁠ We welcome everyone to these six past online series and ask these things:⁠ ⁠ 💗 If you are able to pay in full, please do so.⁠ 💗 If you cannot pay in full, please pay from your heart what you can.⁠ 💗 If you cannot afford to pay anything, we welcome you with open arms. ⁠ ⁠ Share this with your friends, family, communities, students, social media followers, and anyone else who might be interested in studying with Bonnie but needs financial support to do so. ⁠ ⁠ Our Pay From The Heart option will be available through December 31, 2023. ⁠ ⁠ Pay From The Heart: https://bonnie.link/2023hsig9

Coming Soon!
“Who’s On The Stage?”
Understanding Nervous System Science and Attachment Theory for a more Embodied, Authentic Performance. Tuesday, Feb 27, 2024
6:30pm-9:30pm Find link in bio