Embracing Change & Honoring Life’s Seasons

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Two-Part Circle

December 6, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
EST
  • December 6, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST
  • December 13, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Date: TBD

Event Format: 

ZOOM
$30 USD

Life is always moving in cycles of change. Just as nature moves through seasons of growth, harvest, rest, and renewal, our lives also carry us through times of joy, transition, and transformation. Some seasons bring energy, new beginnings, and abundance, while others ask us to slow down, release, grieve, or step into the unknown. Change can be very difficult, not because it is unnatural, but because it stirs our attachments, unsettles our routines, and asks us to let go of what is familiar.

In this circle, we will:

  • Honor the season of life each of us is in and give ourselves permission to meet it with honesty and care.

  • Explore how acceptance can bring more ease, even when the path feels uncertain.

  • Practice welcoming change as part of life’s natural rhythm rather than something to resist or control.

  • Support one another in cultivating presence, resilience, and compassion through times of transition.

We will use practices such as journaling, reflection, and shared experiences to help us embrace the ebb and flow of life. This circle is not about rushing forward but about softening into the wisdom that every season carries.

  • Thulani DeMarsay

    Thulani is the visionary founder and Chief Impact Officer of Sankofa Institute. As a person in long-term recovery, she is deeply committed to supporting others on their journey toward recovery. A seasoned facilitator, Thulani excels in group dynamics and in creating experiential learning environments that fosters individual and group transformation.

    For nearly a decade, Thulani served as a senior facilitator and consultant for the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS), where she delivered training programs, provided mentorship, and coached the statewide facilitation team. She also developed comprehensive training materials and played a key role in the creation of the statewide recovery coach learning community.

    Additionally, Thulani served as the lead consultant for the Recovery Education Collaborative (REC) in Boston, MA where she was responsible for strategic planning, project oversight, workplan development and DEI initiatives.

  • Octavia Hendricks

    Octavia Hendricks, a person in long-term mental wellness recovery, brings over 15 years of experience as a seasoned facilitator of transformational learning experiences. She skillfully facilitates self-development and self-discovery workshops across South Africa and the United States. As a senior facilitator at Sankofa, Octavia leads training sessions and facilitates healing circle gatherings, creating spaces for both healing and personal growth.

    Her extensive corporate background further enhances her capabilities, allowing her to develop creative project scopes, define clear objectives, and effectively coordinate collaborative efforts. This ensures that every project she leads is not only impactful but also aligns with her deep commitment to holistic well-being.