Body of Knowledge

Thurston County is fortunate to have Wild Grief offering all free programing. give to Wild Grief annual fundraising drive. tinyurl.com/Give-Local-Wild-Grief

Every muscle in the body holds a story — a living memory of how we met the world, loved, fought, protected, and reached out. In Bodynamic, we understand that our muscles are not only physical structures; they are emotional and psychological records of our development.

When we reconnect with this embodied wisdom, we gain access to forgotten strengths, authentic emotions, and the natural dignity that lives within us. Through awareness, movement, and precise somatic understanding, we can restore the balance between body, mind, and soul — and reclaim our capacity to live fully, with connection, courage, and choice.

Because the body is not just history —
it is possibility.

Chronic pain is not about damage.
It’s about perception, protection, and sometimes, prediction gone wrong.
It’s really about helping people find what’s STRONG about them instead of what is WRONG with them. ​ (dr. Joe Tatta)

Weekly ONLINE chronic pain support group Thursdays 6pm contact [email protected]

Don't just tell yourself to Breathe. To have a bigger impact, engage your imagination.

take a breath and smell the soup breath exploration

Chronic Pain Support Group NEW TIME Thursday 6-7pm pacific time
This is a multi age, multi-condition, all gender group. I facilitate this group by leading relaxation, sharing information from pain science, making a space for everyone to share where they're at without being judged or blamed. We will explore physical & psychological coping strategies and somatic tools to increase ease. I am not a medical provider so I approach pain relief through an understanding of the neuroscience of pain and human compassion.

$10-20 per meeting. (let me know if you can't afford this) You must pre-register, call 360 705-1216 or email: [email protected] look forward to many of you joining me, Karen

it's predicted to rain, allow yourself to be surrounded by the healing tears of nature

November 27 hike habit at Woodard Bay — Wild Grief | Grieving in Nature - Wilderness Hikes in the Pacific Northwest 1.5 mile forest loop trail with boardwalks, stairs and trails on the forest floor. The real treat is arriving at peaceful and beautiful Salish Sea

Getting out in nature with other people who are also grieving, even just for a few hours, helps you make meaningful connections with others and with the rhythms of nature. Making it a habit is an even more powerful way to navigate your path toward healing and peace.

Donate to our Give Local Campaign today to support our monthly drop-in, all ages Hike Habit program! www.tinyurl.com/WildGriefGiveLocal2022

At Wild Grief, we gather on the fourth Sunday of every month for a 2-hour hike, simply to be together in wild spaces. Anyone in the Wild Grief community is welcome. Join us for our next in-person Hike Habit on Sunday, November 27th at Woodard Bay in Olympia. Register at https://wildgrief.org/events

Definition of a normal person : "someone you don't know very well" Come and be heard, we want to know you.

Chronic Pain Support Group every TUESDAY noon to 1pm pacific time on zoom

As you struggle with your chronic condition remember "normal" is an illusion. Contact [email protected] to attend.

ONLINE CHRONIC PAIN SUPPORT GROUP TUESDAYs noon to 1pm pacific time Begins November 1st.

This is a multi age, multi-condition, all gender group. I facilitate this group by leading relaxation, sharing information from pain science, making a space for everyone to share where they're at without being judged or blamed. We will explore physical & psychological coping strategies and somatic tools to increase ease. I am not a medical provider so I approach pain relief through an understanding of the neuroscience of pain and human compassion.

$10-20 per meeting. (let me know if you can't afford this) You must pre-register, call 360 705-1216 or email: [email protected]

This wonderful program is free, but reaching teens can be challenging. Who do you know to pass it on to?

The priority deadline to apply for one of our summer Backpacking Trips for grieving teens is tomorrow! Apply early to secure your spot. The application process will remain open until April 30th as space allows.

Apply here: https://wildgrief.org/teen-backpack-getting-started

Our Teen Backpack is about engaging with grief with peers who have also experienced a significant loss- connecting with each other, and having fun.

This trip is for all experience levels. If you have never been backpacking, or even camping, we are ready to accompany you on this journey.

Our talented guides are experienced in working with youth, grief, and living outdoors.