InspireHealth

Creating Through Cancer
2023-01-31 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-02-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-03-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
In these monthly workshops, we will explore how creativity can revive and inspire us. These creative sessions will include opportunities to engage in guided creative exercises and share reflections with other attendees. This is an experiential workshop, and participants are encouraged to come prepared to create and get curious about their process. Absolutely no art experience required; the journey is the destination!
* Please have several pieces of paper and coloured drawing materials (crayons, pastels, or coloured pencils).
** Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.
*** We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is closed.

Gratitude Meditation
2023-01-31 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-02-07 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-02-14 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-02-21 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-02-28 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-03-07 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-03-14 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-03-21 17:00 - 17:30
Designed to promote wellness through gratitude, this class provides participants an opportunity to breathe together and take a moment of pause to be thankful. Gratitude habits can be difficult to form alone, so join us in community to end your day with an attitude of gratitude.
Registration is closed.

Relaxation & Visualization
2023-02-01 10:30 - 12:00
This workshop will explore the benefits, barriers and bliss of practicing relaxation and visualization. For the first half of the class we will discuss the practice of intentional rest and relaxation, and for the second of the class you will be guided through a relaxing calm-place visualization.
*Please have on hand paper and pens, pencil crayons and felt pens may be helpful but not necessary.
**Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.
We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is closed.

Guided Meditation
2023-02-02 19:00 - 19:45, 2023-02-09 19:00 - 19:45, 2023-02-23 19:00 - 19:45, 2023-03-02 19:00 - 19:45, 2023-03-09 19:00 - 19:45, 2023-03-16 19:00 - 19:45
Soothe the heart, body, mind, and spirit with this guided meditation class that incorporates various mindfulness techniques, such as intention setting, body scans, breath work, and thought watching practices combined with the sweetness of silence.
Registration is closed.

Monday Morning Mindfulness Meditation
2023-02-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-02-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-02-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-03-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-03-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-03-20 11:00 - 12:00
Increase connection through breath and mindfulness. This guided meditation class begins with intention setting, followed by a body scan, breathwork, and thought observation practice.
Registration is closed.

Inspired Conversations: Yoga & Art
2023-02-08 10:30 - 12:00
In this heart-centered practice we will weave art making and yoga postures together to explore self-compassion.
*No art experience required. Please have several pieces of paper and coloured drawing materials (crayons, pastels or coloured pencils), pillows, and blankets ready.
**Please note this class requires pre-consultation with an InspireHealth Exercise Therapist to participate.
***Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.
We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is closed.

Inspired Conversations: Healthy Communication Part 1
2023-02-15 10:30 - 12:00
Healthy communication can be a lofty goal at the best of times- and even more so while living with cancer and its stresses. This workshop aims to provide you with tangible tools to help you become a healthy communicator and more mindful listener both in person and online. Tools for healthy communication can help decrease stress and increase connection with oneself and others.
*Please have on hand paper and pens, pencil crayons and felt pens may be helpful but not necessary.
**Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is closed.

Healthy Communication Part 2
2023-03-01 10:30 - 12:00

Navigating Change, Grief, & Loss
2023-03-08 10:30 - 12:00
Change, grief, and loss are common aspects of the cancer experience. For many people, grief can bring about challenging and uncomfortable emotions which may also trigger physical symptoms. In this workshop, we will explore and normalize the emotional and physiological experiences of grief; and together, explore tools and art-making as a way of navigating the grieving process.
*Please have on hand paper and pens, pencil crayons and felt pens may be helpful but not necessary.
**Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.
***We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is closed.

Inspired Conversations: Exploring Emotions
2023-03-15 10:30 - 12:00
Feelings are neither wrong or right, good or bad, they just are. Join us for this workshop on emotions where we will learn ways to identify and express feelings, to build greater self-awareness. We will explore tools for how to express emotions, and explore ways to self-soothe and regulate during uncomfortable emotions.
*Please have on hand paper and pens, pencil crayons and felt pens may be helpful but not necessary.
**Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.
We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is closed.

Inspired Conversations: Building Resilience
2023-03-22 10:30 - 12:00
In this creative workshop we explore resilience through the grounding symbolism of the tree. With guidance and visualization you will connect inward and create your own “tree of life” through drawing. Come plant roots and have fun with creative expression that can help cultivate self-awareness and find ways to express emotion.
*Please have on hand paper and pens, pencil crayons and felt pens may be helpful but not necessary.
**Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.
We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is closed.
