Shelter in the Storm

From Triggered to Grounded

April 11, 3-5pm

New Mission Yoga, San Francisco

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Early Registration Discounts! Space is intentionally limited.

When You Get Triggered, You Lose Choice.

Learn How to Come Back to Yourself.

A guided, body-based workshop to help you stay grounded, present, and clear—even in the moments that usually take you out.

There’s a moment when your body takes over.

Your chest tightens.
Your thoughts speed up—or disappear entirely.
What you meant to say gets lost.

Maybe you shut down.
Maybe you react in a way you later regret.
Maybe you lose connection with yourself—or the person in front of you.

And afterward, you replay it… wishing you had handled it differently.

This isn’t a communication problem.
It’s a nervous system problem.

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The Shift

What if you could catch that moment earlier?

What if you could feel the activation…
and stay with yourself instead of getting pulled under?

What if, even in the middle of intensity,
you could stay grounded, present, and clear?

That’s what this workshop is about.

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What to Expect

Most approaches focus on insight.

You understand your patterns.
You know where they come from.

But in the moment?
That awareness often disappears.

This work is different.

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:

  • Recognize the early signs of overwhelm in your body

  • Regulate in real time (not hours later)

  • Stay connected to yourself while in interaction

  • Respond with more clarity, intention, and choice

  • Build a personal toolkit you can use in everyday life

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The goal isn’t to never get triggered.

It’s about knowing how to come back.

To your body.
To your clarity.
To what actually matters to you in the moment—especially when it’s hardest to access.

This is a space to practice that—gently, and in community.

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FAQ

  • There's metered street parking (but it can be hard to get). We recommend parking at the Mission Bartlett Garage at 3255 21st St.

  • Nope. Most people come solo. You’ll be guided through structured exercises that make it easy to connect with others—no awkwardness required.

  • Not exactly. This is an experiential workshop, not therapy. You’ll learn practical, body-based tools and practice them in real time—but always at your own pace.

  • You’re in the right place. This space is designed specifically to help you feel safe, grounded, and supported—even if social situations or emotional intensity feel challenging.

  • No. Everything is invitation-based. You choose what you share, how much you participate, and when to step in or out.

  • You’ll experience a mix of: Simple somatic (body-based) practices Guided partner or small group exercises Tools to recognize and regulate overwhelm in real time Everything is structured, clear, and supported.

  • Some exercises may include optional, consent-based touch—but touch is never required. You’ll always have full choice and agency.

  • Come in something comfortable that allows you to relax and move easily. We’ll be sitting, standing, and possibly moving around the space.

  • Both. Whether you’re new to this work or have done similar workshops, you’ll gain practical tools and meaningful experiences.

  • Reach out to me directly at hello@heatheratles.com — I’d love to help.