Mindfulness and Empowered Self Defense

Step into your power. Reclaim your voice. Learn to protect what matters most—yourself.

Empowerment Self-Defense is a research-backed, trauma-informed approach to violence prevention that goes far beyond physical techniques. It’s about owning your space, trusting your gut, and using your voice—even in the face of fear.

In this one-day intensive experience, you’ll be guided by a certified Empowerment Self-Defense Instructor and a licensed clinical psychologist in a safe, inclusive, and deeply supportive environment.

• The 5 Principles of Self-Defense
• How to recognize and navigate red flags
• Awareness strategies (environmental, social, emotional)
• Emotional regulation & trigger inventory
• Assertive communication & verbal self-defense
• Boundary-setting for physical and emotional safety
• Basic physical techniques to prevent violence
• Mindful self-compassion and body-trust
• How to integrate these practices into real-life situations

• Interactive, scenario-based learning
• Repetitive, confidence-building drills
• Guided reflection & intention-setting
• Empowerment celebration with optional board breaking ceremony

Whether you're navigating boundaries at work, in relationships, or simply want to feel safer in your body and the world—you belong here.

🎓 Participants who complete the workshop will receive a Beginner Level Empowerment Self-Defense Certificate.

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