# Event Details - **Event Name**: Healing Circle for Women in Midlife from the CARING PROFESSIONS - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Listen and share stories from the heart. Create connection. Heal in community with other women who get it.About this EventCalling all teachers, therapists, nurses, activists, social workers, wellness professionals, non-profit professionals, etc. Are you a woman dealing with BIG changes in midlife (mid-30s to mid-60s)? I SEE you!As a former teacher and, currently, a midlife coach for women from the caring professions, I know all too well how much those of us in the caring professions give and give, often putting others’ needs before their own. Over time, this can lead to burnout and a disconnect from what truly serves us.Join a heart-centered Healing Circle to get support with BIG midlife changes.Sunday, May 3, 2:00 - 4:00 pmPalisades Park, Santa Monica, CA 90402(Ocean Ave. and Alta Ave., across from 515 Ocean Ave.)Facilitated by:Dana Horstein,Certified Deep Transformational Coach for Women in MidlifeWhat to ExpectInspired by storytelling traditions from around the world, Healing Circles are a form of authentic communication rooted in communal presence. Step into the timeless power of women gathering together to share and listen to personal stories from the heart — no fixing, no advice, just witnessed truth. Through shared story, we build connection, compassion, and strength. We create less fear and more love. Together, we heal ourselves.​DetailsWe'll begin with a gentle grounding exercise in nature, followed by introductions and a guided meditation. The heart of our time together is the Healing Circle itself — structured in three rounds, with a prompt provided for each one:​🗣 Story Sharing Round — speak and listen from the heart in a held, safe space (speaking not required)​👁 Witness Round — respond to what you heard​🌱 Harvest Round — identify what you're taking with you from the CircleAfter the Healing Circle, there will be an optional walk through Palisades Park, where you can continue to connect and heal.Important Notes​ScheduleWe will start promptly, so please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to park and get settled. Those arriving more than 10 minutes late may be invited to participate as a witness outside the Circle — a role that also carries its own healing.​SpaceWe will be sitting on grass and may be in the sun. Please bring what you need to feel comfortable (i.e. a towel/blanket to sit on, hat, sun protection, etc.)​ParkingMetered parking is available on Ocean Ave. Alternatively, there is free parking on the side streets east of Ocean Ave.SafetyWhile Dana is trained in healing and trauma-informed practices, she is not a mental health practitioner, and this Healing Circle is not a substitute for therapy. Participants are encouraged to honor their own comfort and well-being throughout the event.Meet the FacilitatorDana Horstein is a Certified Deep Transformational Coach for Women in Midlife and the founder of Her own major midlife changes led her to transition from teaching to coaching women using embodied, spiritual practices. Dana participated in her first Healing Circle in 2007 and has been practicing and facilitating Circles ever since. She is a nature lover, avid dancer, qi gong practitioner, semi-bookworm, closet-poet-turned-blogger, traveler, seeker, and Spanish speaker. She believes that our personal healing is necessary for the collective healing and transformation of our world. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-monica/healing-circle-for-women-in-midlife-from-the-caring-professions/100001987537708790 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, Art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Santa Monica - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Palisades Park - **lat**: 34.0230179 - **long**: -118.5094604 - **full address**: Palisades Park, Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Healing Circle for Women in Midlife from the CARING PROFESSIONS - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b986a7529d707b508bb0f66ba2b4c55d25dcac61339fe5795e253fde3dae8718-rimg-w1200-h800-dc171717-gmir.jpg?v=1776758764 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Healing Circle for Women in Midlife from the CARING PROFESSIONS being held? - **A:** Healing Circle for Women in Midlife from the CARING PROFESSIONS takes place on Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Palisades Park, Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Healing Circle for Women in Midlife from the CARING PROFESSIONS? - **A:** Healing Circle for Women in Midlife from the CARING PROFESSIONS is organized by Dana Horstein. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Healing Circle for Women in Midlife from the CARING PROFESSIONS is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Monica, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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