On Fallow Ground: A Six-Week Journey in Becoming
Online Course for Women & Non-Binary Folk
Monday August 5th - Friday September 15th, 2024
For those of us who have chosen a creative life, are following our Calling or Soul Path, adapting to the rhythm of being an entrepreneur, or are simply in the middle of major change, at some point along the way, we encounter the nebulous ground of waiting. As we let go of old identities, roles, and lives we once lived, we enter a state of conscious incubation – a kind of holding pattern in the process of building a new life – and this is painstaking work.
In the language of transition, we are in the in-between or Liminal Stage – the period that follows a letting go and precedes fully birthing ourselves anew. Often the most tenuous and uncomfortable stage of transition, we are in the throes of something we cannot define, and it has encompassed our lives. Very rarely does the culture in which we live allow this stage the time and space it needs. But rather than filling the void with busy-ness, distractions, regret for what's been left behind, or escapist behaviours, this stage requires stillness, time, patience, and a willingness to listen to the wisdom within to allow a new self to gestate and take shape.
In the language of transition, we are in the in-between or Liminal Stage – the period that follows a letting go and precedes fully birthing ourselves anew. Often the most tenuous and uncomfortable stage of transition, we are in the throes of something we cannot define, and it has encompassed our lives. Very rarely does the culture in which we live allow this stage the time and space it needs. But rather than filling the void with busy-ness, distractions, regret for what's been left behind, or escapist behaviours, this stage requires stillness, time, patience, and a willingness to listen to the wisdom within to allow a new self to gestate and take shape.
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Over a period of six weeks, this online course will explore the terrain of waiting and liminality, giving you context, meaning, and an inner map as you excavate the gifts longing to be found at the threshold between old and new, nurturing the process of becoming. We will explore the place where our unconscious thoughts, our creative potential, and our imagination meet. Join me as we venture into the unknown, and make our way home.
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"On Fallow Ground is a rite of passage in itself... It gave me the opportunity to learn how to dance with my shadow, to bless my vulnerability, to be more aware about the transformation process, to honor and heal all parts of me. I am infinitely grateful." ~ Course Participant |
How the Course is Laid Out: A 6-Week Online Course of Study
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Week 1: Standing at the Threshold
Exploring liminality & the in-between stage of transition Week 2: Exploring the Dark Delving into the unknown & the gifts of the dark Week 3: Navigating Judgments & Self-Sabotage Respecting the practice of waiting amidst the pressures within & around you Week 4: Owning Your Inner Authority Exploring the language of the Soul Self & the meaning of Home Week 5: Reclaiming the Cyclical Life Challenging outcome-focused mindsets to follow your natural rhythm Week 6: Letting the Soul Lead Embracing the currency of the Soul Path & the Soul-full life |
The Purpose of the Course is to:
- Feel more grounded and confident in yourself and your vision/purpose
- Follow and protect your own Truth, rather than the opinions and judgments of others
- Work through the difficult terrain of Waiting with greater creativity, presence and grace
- Learn to navigate the ebbs and flows of the Soul Path
- Develop a stronger inner guide in times of transition
- Learn to be more comfortable with the unknown and the inner journey
How the Course is Delivered
Curriculum
In the comfort of your own home, you will be emailed weekly course material that you can work through on your own time, as
your schedule permits.
In the comfort of your own home, you will be emailed weekly course material that you can work through on your own time, as
your schedule permits.
- A six-week online course, beginning Monday, August 5th, 2024
- A week before the course begins, you will receive a welcome email with instructions to help you prepare.
- The Course Format Includes:
- A weekly study guide
- Weekly videos
- Journal writing exercises
- Guided meditation
- Dreamwork
- Creative activities
- Ritual & ceremony
- Private Facebook Group
Although the curriculum is made available week by week for six weeks, you will have access to the content for over three months to give you plenty of time to work with the material.
* PLEASE NOTE: although this course is an opportunity for deep inner work, it is in no way therapy, nor should it be a replacement for therapy. The course is a supportive environment where participants are witnessed by others. Listening and holding space is offered, rather than advice. Should issues arise beyond the scope of the course, it is the responsibility of each participant to seek out the support they need.
Cost
Curriculum: Early Bird is $169 USD until Sunday July 7th, Regular Price: $199 USD starting Monday July 8th
Curriculum: Early Bird is $169 USD until Sunday July 7th, Regular Price: $199 USD starting Monday July 8th
$199 USD
On Fallow Ground Mentoring
If you'd like to go deeper into the course, please see my six-session mentoring package here.
If you'd like to go deeper into the course, please see my six-session mentoring package here.
Cancellation Policy
Registration cancellations up until Sunday August 4th will receive full refund. No refunds will be issued on or after the first day of the course.
Registration cancellations up until Sunday August 4th will receive full refund. No refunds will be issued on or after the first day of the course.
Testimonials
"If you're lost in the woods, it is recommended to stay still and wait for help. Kristen's course, On Fallow Ground, is the helper that finds you in the forest. Her unique synthesis of transitions, art, and myth create a place to feel safe in your skin during the stillpoint of personal transformation. The course materials, videos, intimate online forum were beautifully woven to create personal support while also engaging in community process. Most courses I take are about finding the next step in the path. Contrary to the progress mentality so pervasive in my culture, this course helped me be okay with being right where I am. Witnessing my own life and taking stock of the elements that got me here were a priceless gift received during her course. I can hardly recommend it enough."
~ S. Armstrong, Creator of Rite in the Wild, USA
"Kristen's artful design and leadership of the Fallow Ground workshop was masterful. The course provided a breadth and variety of inspiration in the form of archetypical wisdom, poetry, videos, music, and group interaction. The diversely-curated inspiration and wisdom along with the narrative and creative assignments provided the framework to dive into one's own creative flow and inner wisdom, to the comfort level and time availability of the participants. The workshop has deeply inspired me and helped me to become more fully, unapologetically, and creatively myself. I'm so grateful to Kristen and her work with Spirit Moving. If anything will heal the earth, it is the work of women exploring their own inner landscapes, owning their sacred wounds, and un-damming their creative potential and spinning it all into a gossamer web of their own reflection of the universe. Kristen's work is stewarding that movement."
~ Jessie Crow Mermel, USA
"For me, On Fallow Ground is a rite of passage in itself, a sacred space of profound learning, including evocative images, videos and audio, powerful words and metaphors. This course is pure magic, supported by a humble and inspiring guide. During this journey, we connected with the cyclical nature of life - both inside and outside of us. Transitions are a part of life. Most of the time, transitions or the 'in between' zone are major crises in our life. As a trauma survivor, I had the impression of being a prisoner of this liminal space. On Fallow Ground created a sense of empowerment, of inner power. It gave me the opportunity to learn how to dance with my shadow, to bless my vulnerability, to be more aware about the transformation process, to honor and heal all parts of me. I am infinitely grateful."
~ K.A., Canada
"This course, On Fallow Ground, has been a deep and reverent experience for me. The fact that the course was online allowed lots of flexibility (accessing the information when I had time that week vs having to be available at specific times), it also allowed the experience to be deeply personal with the invitation through the Facebook group to join and share as much or as little as we wanted. It was a nice balance of solitude and the feeling of being in sacred circle with other journeyers. Kristen’s weekly videos were inspiring invitations into the theme of each week’s curriculum. The curriculum itself is clearly a result of in-depth research into stages of transition, archetypes, mythology, the psyche, natural rhythms of the earth and moon, and many other themes conducive to exploring ones own inner landscape, asking the sacred question, “what is mine to do?” For me, this course provided new language, imagery, and understanding of the gifts of the “in-between” time and space in our lives. This is helpful for me personally but also enriches my work as a psychotherapist, working with others as they journey through transitions in their lives. The course material is printable so-as to remain available after the 6 weeks are over. This is extremely helpful because one could delve deeply into these themes over a lifetime, the material will be something I will draw upon again in this cyclical life! Reverential thanks to Kristen for ushering us into sacred space, On Fallow Ground, with wisdom and care."
~ Sara Blandford, LICSW, USA
“When I started this course back in October 2017 I was mooching along, not in a bad space but not in a great one either. I wanted change but wasn't sure what. I'd just returned from a seven-month trip travelling around South America and was thinking about my next life transition. Then my younger brother died unexpectedly. Literally the week before I'd posted a fun picture of my shadow without a head, taken at a nearby watering hole. When I received the news about my brother I was in a hotel room and as I looked at my face in the bathroom mirror I said, "I'm too old for this". I'm an emotionally resilient woman and over the years have vanquished many demons, climbed many mountains and survived much heartache but in that moment I felt for the first time in my life that I simply didn't have the strength to deal with what happened. During this time On Fallow Ground was a kind of talisman for me. There were suggestions, ideas and questions posed during each week which, despite being on my own, made me realise I am not alone. Kristen's course helped me walk through the labyrinth of my mind and this difficult, raw time with difficult, raw emotions. I'm not out of the woods yet, but I am a lot more patient with and kind and loving towards myself, warts and all."
~ Ktima Heathcote, Australia
"I began this course with the intention / mantra, 'From external to internal.' That alone is an elixir that I will carry with me. I’ve had dreams, realizations, visions, and animal visits of the greatest sort during these six weeks. Coming back again and again and again inside, to loving and being present with my own wholeness and integrity, wisdom and being. While I am still not perfectly clear on what Home is, what / who I am, frankly... I am buoyed by trusting the process, the unfolding. Reclamation of the Soul-Self, listening to my own stories, trusting my inner authority, authoring my own story, living authentically to what is true for me. Trusting indwelling truth. Letting old ways slough off, respecting them all the while. I began this course saying that it feels like an anchor to keep me rooted to this calling back home. My dreams, visions, realizations, writings, and my soul collage, experienced in this course, will help shepherd, light and protect this great resting, unfolding, being - this great journey home. Thank you!"
~ Kara Fox, USA
"I have been following Kristen for quite some time, drinking in the art she shares, letting the attached quotes wash over me. Recently, I felt as though my life was at a crossroads. A chronic health struggle led me to a year-long sabbatical from my work as culinary nutritionist/nourishment guide. I decided it was the perfect time to enter "On Fallow Ground." What I gained from the experience was a thoughtful guide, community, and a beautifully structured course that gently brought me back into my work with the confidence to move forward despite the ground I perceived I had lost. I realized my passion was still very much there, I just needed to reclaim my confidence."
~ Sue Ann Gleason, USA
"Kristen's course, On Fallow Ground, caught my attention right away. As I read the description, I knew that it was exactly what I needed to help me during this challenging time of my life. The course itself was a safe space for me that I could go to and turn inwards, surrounded by the support of the other women enrolled and the encouraging deeper work that Kristen provided. The course itself took on a presence of it's own in my life, like a stage being set up for me to see my personal drama playing out in my life from a quieter place in my heart. I was able to sit with it, and through Kristen's weekly coaching and suggestions, I felt like there was light shining through the cracks of something broken. Throughout my own healing, I see my growth during the On Fallow Ground course as a vital and cherished time. I was being held in my darkest hour in a circle of wisdom, support, and soul searching presence. Thank you Kristen for providing this course and helping women all over the world acknowledge the sacred time of in-between."
~ Shanen, USA
"On Fallow Ground was a whole new experience for me, especially as an online course. Although I started with much trepidation on if and how I would be accepted and be in harmony with the group, much to my delight, the course was full of love, inclusiveness, presence, cultural sensitivity, and had the kind of diversity that transcended geography. Although I experienced moments of uncertainty in my process, there was ample space to retreat and observe, and then dive back in again when I was ready, and as much as I wanted. This was one of the most inclusive, love-infused collective experiences that I have ever participated in, and I felt totally held exactly when I needed to be. If there was a foundations course in just being with people without expectation, demand, obligation, rank or assessment, this must be it."
~ Participant from Egypt
"Kristen is such a wise and inspiring teacher, and she has guided me down a path to many new realizations, and ways of seeing. The On Fallow Ground course led me on a soulful journey on which I was able to slow down, turn inward, and unearth things about myself that had been buried for a long time. The insights gained in doing this work were powerful, and led me to begin to tune into the wisdom and answers that were there inside me all along. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is going through a transition in their life, or who is simply wishing to learn to tune into their inner wisdom. Thank you, Kristen, for putting together such a beautiful and soul-inspiring course."
~ Katie, Canada
"I've been going through a lot of transition in the past few years: voluntary transitions - I chose to let go of the things that were not serving me and to create the life I want. But then I realized that I didn't know exactly what that new life would look like and as a result, I kept going back to what I knew and was comfortable for me. I found myself in limbo - My friend told me about the online transitions course and the description spoke to me and the space I found myself in. The course provided a framework, a foundation, an understanding and a support network that allowed me to dig deep and sit with things that I wanted to simply "get over" so I can get to my new beginning. While I don't have a complete vision of what is next (not sure that's really possible), I have a better sense of the next few steps. This required taking another leap of faith and letting go of the safety nets I continued to rely on. I am in the process of starting my own business as a result and feeling excited to do so. My work with this course was so transforming and provided so much clarity for me that I am starting to work with Kristen through individual coaching. My hope is that through our work together, I can also bring soul into my own business. Thank You Kristen!"
~ Anonymous, USA
"On fallow ground has given me the means to accept the ensuing transition in my life, and experientially being able to comprehend the depth and meaning of the life-death-life cycle in my own life. It's allowed a sacred pause to listen to the soul and be more open to ritual that was missing for me. Although in this context 'strategy' is too linear a word, the course offers tools to open up a space that for many, like me, find the void of non-doing so fearful and uncomfortable. However since undertaking the course, I've allowed and surrendered to the liminal space, in a loving and non-judgemental way, to see what beauty that lies beneath wants to surface. And much has surfaced for me which I'll be gently carrying into 2018."
~ Yogeeta Mistry, United Kingdom
"On Fallow Ground was exactly what I needed! I'm sure we can all appreciate being in a state of limbo, in between worlds, and this course provides a beautiful template for navigating those moments in your life. It provides weekly inspirations & avenues for self reflection, things that can be used for years to come. The thing I really loved is that I didn't have to 'keep up' with anything, but it offered me a guide for understanding myself and current situation more deeply when I had time. I also loved the Facebook group of women who acted as a sounding board and support when I really needed it. Overall a wonderful opportunity for anyone who is in a transition in their life."
~ Jacqui, USA
"This course is such a blessing of love and light! Kristen is full of knowledge and connected to so many deep and soul-feeding resources. Her curriculum and sharing of art and archetype was a salve during a very challenging and liminal time in my personal life. I already miss her presence in my email inbox! I would recommend Kristen and the On Fallow Ground course without hesitation. Ancient wisdom, modern medium."
~ Allison Laura, USA
"The On Fallow Ground experience was a discovery for me. I had never taken part in a Facebook community and I was surprised how enjoyable and truly transforming the whole journey was. There was a positive energy, and sharing comments, artwork, poems, was really inspiring and helpful. It answered my quest for spirituality, creativity and being part of a community. Thanks to Kristen's gentle and wise guidance, I learned to be more attentive towards myself, respectful of who I am and confident in what comes my way. A really beautiful experience full of hope!"
~ Dominique, France
"Kristen's online course, On Fallow Ground, let me take a more genuine look within myself. Honestly, I was tired of the fears and the masks I habitually used to cover this fierce aliveness in me. This tender emerging and allowing required that I paced myself too. This course with Kristen encouraged the patience and curiosity necessary for this path of self-discovery. It brought to the open what it means to be more fully myself as I include the shadow aspects of my aliveness. I felt assured through this process that yes, it is all slowly coming forward, and that it's ok to slow down to allow this emergence. Many thanks to Kristen for this lovely offering and the grace by which she offers it. Her writing has been richly received in me and has brought light to the more fierce and unknown places within. I didn't know how right the timing would be for this course, but it was so right on. I only wish it could go another 6 weeks."
~ Jody Mosher, USA
"Circling back to our course work, to the resources and guidance, to making a space to dive in again after a turbulent couple of months. So grateful for this experience, for the space to let go, to connect with myself, to develop more appreciation for the cycles and wisdom we share and participate in. Thank you Kristen for holding and facilitating such a beautiful space."
~ Kirsten, Australia
"Thank you, Kristen! This was exactly what I needed at a moment when I was feeling a little lost and confused. I loved the course material and writing prompts, and found that they guided my journaling to a much deeper place, illuminating the spots where I was stuck or in darkness and digging into them in a gentle but persistent way. There was such a rich breadth and depth to the content you put together. As you know, I found myself following the trail of many of the suggested readings and finding resources that will stay with me for life. The online aspect of the course was a new thing for me, but I loved how the space came together: warm and creative, but still raw and honest when it needed to be. I loved that there were participants from all over the world, and that the stories we shared were so different and yet so archetypically similar. And I especially loved how all of the women cheered each other on with generous love and wisdom! I'm still very much drawing on what I took away from the course. Thank you for being our guide - gentle, wise and steady - through what could otherwise have been some dark and lonely places on our journeys."
~ Malgosia, Canada
"My huge appreciation and thanks to Kristen for having this idea of helping women during their liminal period, the period of change in the making, which usually brings along with it emotions like confusion, frustration, annoyance, sadness, and maybe even some helplessness. For me the On Fallow Ground course was really helpful, as it brought me a lot new insights, giving me more clarity as to how to proceed and handle the emotions and conditions I have been having during this time. It gave that very needed sense of support, the very feminine need for sharing. I started to notice, appreciate and love my feminine nature, which to my surprise, I haven' t done enough before. So, loving both of my natures: the feminine and the masculine, and harmonizing them, is one of my biggest takeaways. Also, accepting the cyclical nature of life, letting life live through me. The 30 minutes daily free writing exercise was absolutely fantastic! I know it will help me through hard times. I will continue this journey with more love and curiosity. I do recommend for other women to join this supportive circle."
~ Elita, Latvia
"On Fallow Ground was a profoundly transformative experience. Learning to embrace the darkness, finding comfort in the quiet of the shadows. Listening for whispers of wisdom and learning to trust my voice. Creating ritual and sacred time for self-care. Kristen has a gift of holding space for you. She creates a beautiful community to witness the journey from dark to light. Months later, I can share that the practices initiated in this program are wholly integrated into my everyday life."
~ Jennie, Canada
“In recent months, I’d been wondering if “waiting” was friend or foe. I wondered about the place of waiting and the medicine that it brings. Because my own personal experience of waiting was associated with childhood trauma and feeling invisible, I connected to the story of Sedna, the Inuit Sea Goddess, who was banished to the bottom of the ocean to wait out her exile. In her waiting she becomes a mighty sea goddess, ruling over ocean life and granting safe passage. Sedna’s medicine re-emerged in a deeper and healing way during On Fallow Ground. In my third week of the course I had a dream. In the dream I continued to repeat the course’s title “On Fallow Ground,” but would mix up the title to “On Hallow Ground.” When I woke, I realized that both are true. To arrive on Hallow Ground, we also must know Fallow Ground, a time of preparing and waiting. Before the course I was stuck on finishing the estate for my mother and brother who died in 2013. After the course, I understood that waiting was necessary and with this acceptance, I was able to start moving toward completing the estate. It is a slow process, but by honoring the waiting process, I was finally able to move forward. I finally see waiting as the valued guest that she is.”
~ Belinda Edwards, USA
"I truly appreciated the content, quality, and experience of 'On Fallow Ground'. The participants were deeply respectful and mindful of exchanging ideas or offering support. This is a rich class which doesn't 'fix' you. Instead it offers a path for you to discover more of your own unique unfoldment. Thank You Kristen!"🦋
~ Mary, USA
"Kristen and my cohort in On Fallow Ground midwifed and mentored me through the dark and beautiful passages of my own heroic journey. The process has been tough, and gentle, and inspiring. I entered a space where I could come to better understand with love and patience my journey and my present state. From here I feel I will grow in my understanding of whatever comes next."
~ Kris, USA
"Starting on the exercises I am wowed by how deftly the enquiry cuts through our "story" and swiftly but lovingly reaches in and through, to get to what is. Encouraging reflection, and clarity and a kind of acceptance of what is, offering up support while gently nudging and persuading us to look at what is (no pressure if one isn’t prepared or ready yet). That it's okay to rest and take a breath and wait as we ready ourselves to take a step (or even inching slowly) to what feels right, always at our pace – whatever feels right – but knowing it's a safe space to do so. I am also loving the morning pages and it's become a much loved practice for me now. Like a good friend, always allowing and receptive. Thank you Kristen. I’m loving it.”
~ Hanizan, Malaysia
"On Fallow Ground gave me the gift of slowing down, quietly diving deep, navigating the internal ground of forgotten things, fears, pain, insecurities and inner darkness. Knowing that Kristen with her guidance, structure and support was there for us, along with other women who bravely joined this journey, gave me the inspiration and strength to find what I was forgetting about myself, and what’s been nesting, growing and wanting to come to life again. It’s been weeks since the course ended but in a way it hasn’t. I continue to go back to what I worked through during those weeks and continue to find wisdom and new light in the darkness that I now know holds my most precious seeds."
~ Claudia, B., USA
"Kristen has designed a course that blends the tangible with the intangible that dwells inside each of us and provides compelling content to engage in a broad range of self-discovery. Being able to take the course at one's own pace and to one's personal depth of experience is incredibly useful and nurturing. I highly recommend this course to those in transition from one whatever-it-may-be to another."
~ Ana, USA
“The period of On Fallow Ground for me felt like 'sacred time' for myself, my inner world and process. The weekly emails were like carefully wrapped presents, and every week I uncovered another theme that brought me closer and closer to my essence, as I experienced it. At the bottom of this, there was a constant invitation to take care of myself, to feel out what was good for me, and support to help me with that. There was also a treasure of different practices and inspiring words and images gently provided by Kristen. For me, On Fallow Ground was a truly inspiring journey during which I felt a safe holding by Kristen and my fellow travelers. Thank you Kristen for your wise and rich sources of material and guidance throughout these weeks. It touched my heart and soul and my own ground on which I walk.”
~ Merel Miltenburg, Netherlands
"For about a year or so, I have been feeling like I am stuck, or in a neutral position. I had fallen upon some Facebook posts about On Fallow Ground and it seemed to resonate deeply with me, so I enrolled. Kristen Roderick is a very compassionate loving soul, and the group helped inspire and encourage me during the processes. The experience that hit home for me the most was the quiet time. All too often, we silence our inner most feelings and inner voice in the clutter and constant rushing in our daily lives. I thoroughly enjoyed the time I took to be alone with myself and to reconnect. Through the processes of the lessons and my journaling I realized that the words "gestation" and "newborn" kept striking a familiar chord, like there was something coming to the surface that needed special attention. Something I had been ignoring, or just skimming the surface of rather than going deep enough to understand, and possibly heal the issue. I had realized, within just a few hours of being alone in my quiet time, that for 56 years of my life, I had ignored my inner child. Through the processes of this class, I was able to spend a few hours in acknowledgement of that inner child that just needed to be loved by me in order to move forward in my life. I also learned that in the patient waiting for the next things in my life to show up, it was extremely important to be kind and caring to myself, to allow myself this sacred time of resting, and waiting, and to have faith that whatever is to come will get here at the exact moment it is supposed to. If you are feeling stuck, in neutral, or just can’t figure out what comes next, these classes are like no other I have experienced. You will realize at some point during the process, you are exactly where you need to be."
~ Kathleen Eggert, USA
"This course is unlike others. There is no need to do, no shoulds or musts, just simply an allowance of whatever is there to be there. Through gentle guideposts, this course provides much reassurance to those who find themselves at a waiting point in life."
~ Diana, Singapore
“Thank you again for such a great experience. The course was truly wonderful. It was my first on-line course and I'll admit that I was reluctant - not about the material, but whether or not I would be disciplined enough to do stick with it. That was not a problem. Every Monday morning I was diligently waiting for our 'assignments', ready to dive in a little deeper. Your videos and reading materials were just enough to draw me in and make me want more. There's just so much I could and want to say about the course (and have said to many friends)! I have referred to On Fallow Ground many, many times - and mentioned you more often than I can count. To put it lightly, the past few months have been magical. You have helped open my eyes to a new way of seeing and exploring my true Self with confidence and love. I now understand what it means to truly lean into something - including fear and the unknown - and feel not only whole but also empowered in doing so. My participation in On Fallow Ground also reminded me to prioritize self-care, and the importance of daily grounding rituals. For all of that, and so much more, I am eternally grateful.”
~ Heather W., Canada
"On Fallow Ground offered me a rich reflective space to explore my relationship to cycles and to the potential held in stopping, observing and allowing cycles to just be. The course provided a container with exquisite content, images and prompts from which to witness how I respond to endings and to the unknown. Kristen shares from a humble, simple, yet very powerful place of her own experience and questions. I continue to return to and use her thoughtful writings and questions."
~ Judy Herzl, Artist, Writer, Strategist/Thinking Partner, USA
'Kristen's online course is one of a kind. I have undertaken quite a few online self healing/wellbeing courses over the last couple of years but the Fallow Ground course stands out above all of these for the deep healing it facilitated in me. The course has been skillfully designed to give you just the right amount of work to do each week, so that it is transformative but not overwhelming. Inspiration and guidance is given through art, reading, symbolism, videos, and journaling and I found this tapped into different parts of me at the same time so I could discover what I was seeking. The journey was a profound one to me, for it led me to my heart, which has been buried away for safe keeping my whole life. I really had a sense of a safe space, a magical womb space, which was being held for me over the six weeks. I cannot thank Kristen enough for designing this course!”
~ Hayley, United Kingdom
"Before I discovered this workshop, I had been walking around in circles, needing a different perspective to help me find my own way out and beyond a difficult phase of my life. It was a complete leap of faith to allow myself to act on a certain feeling of intuition within me and register for this course. I am so glad I did. It didn't take long for me to realize that I needed to be reminded of what I already deeply knew; I was in a place where I no longer recognized myself or my life, and yet it was completely natural for me to be there. I had changed and needed some time to process and understand it. Each week's lessons prompted me to free write to unblock the sticky spots, to remember the symbols that spoke to my soul, and quietly listen to what resonated with me... so I could find a way back to my true self... my heart's home. A sometimes difficult yet renewing experience!"
~ M.C. Reardon, visual artist, USA
"The course was definitely transformational! As a new mama, it was difficult to carve out time to myself to really dig deep but nonetheless, I found the materials to be very nurturing and grounding. My liminal phase has been on and off for a couple years now because of pregnancy and then raising a toddler, now pregnant again - womb magic has been a major rites of passage for me. And this course helped me through the disconnect I felt within myself. After becoming a new mama, I felt that I lost touch with my spirituality and mindfulness practices (besides hypnobirthing). What I discovered about myself is that I need to create time for myself to truly connect with my soul. I need to set boundaries and honour my sacred time. I feel that the course materials will be an ongoing ritual for me, perhaps a monthly or annual exercise to really dive deep within myself to clear any sort of misalignment. I printed the materials so that I am able to utilize the wisdom and exercises when I feel its necessary for me. It's definitely easy to get caught up in mamahood and feel a block or disconnect with self. I'm also in the process of recreating my healing business also so the course helped me reconnect to my authenticity."
~ Maya Stormrider, Japan
"If you feel drawn to this course, follow your heart and join! On Fallow Ground was so important. For the first time I felt like I am not alone in this immensely difficult, liminal phase and that was comforting. I loved the gentle guidance and holding that Kristen provided, as well as the shared Facebook group. I learned a lot about myself during the six weeks, and the course gave me important, useful tools to pull out whenever I need a little help along my path. I also learned to be more patient with myself, which feels like a luxury these days when mainstream media and culture keeps pushing you TO DO something all the time. Resting in this space reinforced that it is valid and OK to just BE. The effects and lessons learned will extend well beyond the completion of the course - they are part of me now. I am grateful to you Kristen for creating this course."
~ Anikó, Germany
"On Fallow Ground provided a valuable framework and tools for navigating through life's transitions. This course shed new light on the importance of transition times and times of darkness. With this new awareness I am better able to accept darkness, pain and chaos in my life, knowing that it is simply part of my transformation. This, I feel, is a crucial concept to embrace in order to heal ourselves and become wise women. Through Kristen’s teachings I was also able to experience some deep truths that have created beautiful internal shifts in my psyche. In my profession, I work with women during one of life's great transitions, motherhood. So the lessons I learned in the course have already rippled out into my community through my work. Thank you, Kristen, for providing new tools for me to understand the process of transformation. You are a gifted teacher, writer and healer."
~ Shelley Rahim, USA
“I just wanted to tell you how wonderful and amazing the course was for me - and perfect timing indeed! It helped bring back some essential pieces of myself that I'd recently abandoned: my wild, wise, sacred parts; my inner power; my essence. In a natural, simple way, your course helped me see how deeply rooted they are, how much a part of me they are, how necessary they are... Through the course I realized I wanted to hold, embrace, celebrate, honor, and embody them. Thank you for this wonderful gift. On Fallow Ground is intelligent, elegant, mindful, and so powerful!”
~ Anika, France
"I don't normally do online courses (in fact, this was my first one), but I was embarking on a three-month retreat to figure out what to do with my life at a Big Birthday. I thought it would be helpful to have some structure to my retreat so that I'd get the most out of it because left to my own devices, time tends to slip by with nothing resolved or sorted. "On Fallow Ground" did that beautifully. Kristen is a gentle and very supportive guide, and the course material was a very accessible on-point introduction to exploring the archetypes and landscape of transition. The course ended many weeks ago and I am still using much of the material as I move forward. And I miss the course emails in my inbox! (PS --You can interact with the others taking the course or not, depending on what feels right for you so even if you're more introverted, this is very safe and non-scary.)"
~ Faith C., USA
"I came to the Fallow Ground course after stumbling on several beautiful random artworks from various women which Kristen used in The Spirit that Moves Me Facebook page posts. After suffering a personal loss I found myself flailing in inertia for some time. The course helped me see the failure for what it was: a transition away from what wasn't working for me and a return to the core self-awareness journey I had buried under fear. I'd recommend this course to anyone feeling lost in direction or who is wondering what's next and is afraid to take the next step into unknown waters."
~ Kerri A., USA
"Thank you for the experience of participating in your course. I just printed out the pages for the 6 weeks so that I can continue in my own time and wish I had been able to journey more deeply during the 6 weeks we had together. Reading some of it again I am inspired to continue as this journey is very close to my heart. Despite feeling like I was able to do very little I would like to thank you for the safe space you created in the FB group. I loved your writing for each week and the beauty of the art works you used as part of the weekly information was just amazing. I am not very good with online courses and more a face to face person but you made the online experience very beautiful and I always got a sense of care from everything I read from you. Thank you again for creating such a powerful and beautiful course."
~ Carolin, Australia
"Through taking this course I was able to explore myself more deeply (why was I always awake from 2-3 am for example), but the biggest impact for me was when I disconnected from my distractions for the week. It showed me what I really needed to do to move forward, out of liminal space. At this point, I'm almost out of transition, and with the help of the course all my other "holds" have cleared. I'm ready & excited to see what the near future is going to present!"
~ Sharon B., USA