Join Me Online for an Empowering Journey of Feminine Wisdom
Explore, harness, and embody your feminine wisdom through the power of archetypes and symbols found in traditional tales. Our guide will be the profound book 'Women Who Run With Wolves' by Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés, a renowned Jungian psychoanalyst, poet, and storyteller.
Where: Online via Zoom, with audio recordings available if you miss a session.
Duration: 14 weeks program
Fee: RMB 2,188 (300 USD) (280 EUROS)
To sign up, contact Iza on WeChat: izabella_m WhatsApp: +86 13701639784
When:
Evening 7:30 - 9:00 pm SH time (August 26th to November 25th)
This course will delve into themes like intuition and instincts, ego and soul, life and death cycles, naivety and innocence, righteous rage and forgiveness, secrets and shame, addictions and true nourishment, among others.
Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés, a Jungian psychoanalyst, poet, and storyteller, traces the wild woman archetype throughout her book. She wrote this book to support women in their profound healing journeys and provide a guiding compass. Traditional psychology, she felt, lacked female archetypes, with male figures often taking center stage. Through the characters and symbols in her stories, she offers systematic guidance to reclaim lost aspects of oneself, tools to regain sovereignty, and pathways to return to one's true essence. Her work aims to empower women to lead soulful lives where their unique gifts flourish, enabling them to reclaim their voices and minds.
Archetypes, a term we will be using throughout the course, are symbolic images used in myths and stories to illuminate human experiences. They help us navigate our inner landscapes and understand unconscious aspects that shape our self-perception and worldview. Examples like the Hero, the Inner Child, and the Inner Critic resonate deeply because these archetypes reside within us all. Although universal, archetypes manifest uniquely across cultures, historical periods, and narratives, reflecting the diverse tapestry of human existence.
What Will You Gain?
Integration of instincts and intuition into daily life
Reclamation of feminine rites of passage
An online support network of like-minded women
Tools for transitioning between life phases
Ways to integrate the feminine (moon) and masculine (sun) within
Techniques to bring the masculine drive to the heart of the feminine
Who Should Join?
This journey is open to all women who are Seekers looking to understand themselves better and live more soulful lives.
What will happen during the session:
- Storytelling and discussion of archetypes and symbols from 'Women Who Run With Wolves'
- Exploration of topics include intuition & instincts, ego & soul, life & death, naivety & innocence, righteous rage & forgiveness, secrets & shame, addictions & true nourishment, and much more!
- Understanding of women's initiation and rites of passage.
- Reflection prompts to develop your identity and a stronger sense of Self.
Schedule from August 26th to November 25th - Every Monday, from 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Session 1 (26 August) - Introduction to the course and the story of La Loba, The Wolf Woman - Meeting the Core of the Wild Women Archetype.
Session 2 (2 September) - The story of Bluebeard - knowing the predator that lives inside and outside of our psyche. The story teaches us to be curious and helps us shed nativity.
Session 3 (9 September) - The story of Vasalisa the Wise - the importance of listening to your intuition as a key element that allows the Wild Woman to thrive in life, a way to be discerning and let the Too-good Mother archetype die.
Session 4 (16 September) The story of Manawee - the power of keeping the ego and soul-self integrated and looking at the most common distractions that take us away from our soul work.
Session 5 (September 23) - The story of Skeleton Woman - learning about life/death/life nature. How to let go of what must die, and let, live what must live. How to love the not-so-beautiful.
Session 6 (September 30) The story of the Ugly Duckling - the power of endurance to keep going despite the harshness and not settling until one finds the community they belong with. The archetype of the mother and that of the unmatched child.
Session 7 (October 7) The story of the Red Shoes - knowing that a woman needs a handmade life. A wild woman has to have a life made by the soul and for the soul. When our life is not made by or for the soul, we become trapped and develop unhealthy addictions. The story serves as a warning of what not to do.
Session 8 (October 14)The story of Sealskin, Soulskin - the wild woman knows the importance of soul life and knows to create the time to spend there. It’s a story of integrating the inner and the outer life.
Session 9 (October 21) The story of La Llorona - the importance of nurturing your creative life; a wild woman has an integrated animus (masculine) who cares for and protects her creative life.
Session 10 (October 28) The story of the Crescent Moon Bear – righteous rage as a teacher; knowing when to be enraged and draw boundaries, end relationships, etc. The deeper understanding that no magic pill/no single solution will save you.
Session 11 (November 4) The story of The Woman With Hair of Gold - The wild woman does not carry shameful secrets, as a wild woman cannot live in the psyche with a dead zone that shameful secrets create. The story of secrets, the matrilineal lineage, and turning wounds into scars.
Session 12& 13 (November 11 & Oct 18) The story of the Handless Maiden - the complete journey of women’s lives and the integration of the feminine with the masculine.
Session 14 (November 25) The Wolf's Eyelash, Story as Medicine and The Deep Song - an overview of the course and the book's final passages to mark the end of our course.
Facilitator: I’m Iza, a GMBPsP & MSc Coaching Psychologist, an M.A. in CMHC (in training), and a Somatic EMDR practitioner. My passion lies in empowering women to reach their full potential by using their own voices for personal transformation.
Discover the transformative journey of "Women Who Run with the Wolves" through the heartfelt experiences of our participants:
“Being part of the Wolves Tribe facilitated by Iza was an incredibly enriching, life-affirming experience that taught me so much about myself, society, and women’s rites of passage more generally. I can’t help but think that it should be an essential course for women of all ages, knowing that everyone will get the medicine from it they need.
In particular, Iza is an absolutely incredible facilitator with the knowledge, wisdom, and kindness to hold the space and attend to the needs of everyone in the course, allowing everyone to just come as they are without having to perform or be anything other than their true nature. I have no doubt that Iza will be loved by anyone taking the course and that her subtle inquiry will allow you to deepen a greater awareness of yourself.
I wholeheartedly recommend this! “ - Penny
"Participating in the 14-week course on 'Women Who Run with the Wolves' was truly transformative for me. Delving into Clarissa Pinkola Estés' profound insights on female archetypes alongside Iza and our incredible group was impactful beyond words. It opened my eyes to the ancient, powerful feminine energies often overlooked in today's fast-paced world." - Ellen K
"Iza’s course provided a nurturing environment where I gained profound self-understanding. Her facilitation created a safe and welcoming space where I felt encouraged to embrace every part of myself and connect deeply with my soul. Each week brought new insights and meaningful discussions that have become an invaluable part of my life. I’m so glad I overcame my initial concerns about time commitment – this course has been a grounding routine that I highly recommend to anyone ready to explore their inner depths." - Jacquie
"Embarking on this course felt like embarking on a magical journey. Exploring the stories within 'Women Who Run with the Wolves' alongside Iza and our supportive group has been deeply rewarding. It’s helped me unravel my inner world and embrace the power of intuition. Iza’s wisdom and her ability to foster an open, inspiring space allowed me to reflect and grow alongside other incredible women. As we near the end of this journey, I’m already looking forward to future workshops with Iza." - Danni
I am so grateful for the time I have shared with this group of women. As an English teacher I love diving deep into stories, but never before have I felt such spiritual connections to them. Iza creates a calm, comfortable, and supportive space to listen, journal, and share. These sessions have become the highlight of my week and are so important to my own self-discovery. - Meg
Iza’s Reclaiming Your Wild Feminine course has allowed me to gain a better understanding of myself in a nurturing environment. Iza creates such a safe, welcoming space for women. She is an awesome facilitator and so knowledgeable on the content. You can also tell she is passionate about doing this work. In this course I am learning to embrace all parts of me and connect with my soul self. The stories are always told at the perfect time and each week tackles something new. I will always be able to revisit the content learned in this course and apply it in new ways. My biggest worry was the time commitment, and I’m so glad to have made the leap! This course has flown by and it has become such a welcome routine in my life. I highly recommend it to anyone who is feeling called to dig deeper. - Jacquie
"This course has been truly eye opening. I have been able to understand myself in a deeper way and find appreciation in myself, in all that entails. When deciding whether or not to take this course, I was worried about the time commitment. After just a couple weeks I realized that this was giving the gift of time to my well-being and has been something I look forward to every week. It has been beautiful to share this space with other women also on the path to a higher self and further understanding their own power. This has truly been a life changing course and will stay with me forever. I cannot recommend this course enough! - Felicia
"I enjoyed every minute of the course! It was insightful, healing and transformative! Iza has a lot of wisdom, and she provides a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment for all of us women to learn, share, and heal. Every time after our workshop, I come home feeling refreshed, and the insights from the session just effortlessly flow out into my life, helping me live in a more integrated way. This has been one of the most powerful courses I’ve done, and there is so much to learn from this truly amazing book. - Mandy
"This course was exactly what I was looking for. I had been thinking for a while about putting some structured self-work into practice but I wasn’t sure where to begin. I wanted something meaningful, productive and deep. When I read the description from Iza, it seemed to scream out to me as exactly what I needed. I feel the course has helped me enormously to focus on me: my thoughts, emotions, motivations and desires. Iza is amazing: kind, knowledgeable, empathetic and impassioned. She delivers the course with enthusiasm, wisdom and care, which inspires reflection and authenticity." - Vanessa
"I learned about the book 'Women who run with the wolves' after a friend recommended it. A collection of mythology stories about women. I love the moon circles Iza is hosting and so, I was certain she'll bring her unique approach and knowledge to this program too. With a magical group of women gathered for this, we met once a week and went on a fascinating, empowering journey. Even my concern about committing to 14 weeks was gone quickly as I found myself looking forward to our weekly session. I highly recommend this program. It's been a wonderful experience." - Yael
The program with Iza is really great:) it is a great guide for reading the book of “woman running with the wolves” and to help you get out the most of it, it helps you uncover the deep and hidden meanings that resonate within all of us. With her help and guidance it will make you think and reflect about some situations which will help you to understanding more things from your past and present. Recommended for inner work:) - Azu
Join us in reconnecting with your inner wisdom and embracing the power of feminine archetypes. Whether you're curious about exploring deeper aspects of yourself or seeking a supportive community to grow with, "Women Who Run with the Wolves" offers a transformative experience you won't want to miss. Reserve your spot today!
Warmly,
Iza
Coaching Psychologist (GMBPsP, MSc)
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