May
16
to May 23

CULTIVATING A PEACEFUL PRESENCE : 2 PART EQUINE EXPERIENTIAL WORKSHOP

SOLD OUT! To be placed on the waiting list, please email info@thepeacefulpresenceproject.org

CULTIVATING A PEACEFUL PRESENCE : 2 PART EXPERIENTIAL WORKSHOP

Helping trained Peaceful Presence End of Life Doulas build a grounded & peaceful presence using Equine Therapy

In this two part workshop, participants will learn to:

  • Understand the foundations of Polyvagal Theory and why safety is the brain and body’s primary priority

  • Explore the role of the vagus nerve in supporting emotional and physical well-being

  • Learn how neuroception—our nervous system’s unconscious scanning of the environment—influences states of safety, connection, and non-judgment

  • Explore how, as End-of-Life Doulas, your presence can support co-regulation and a sense of safety for those around you.

Saturday, May 16 & Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm.

REGISTRATION IS FOR BOTH HALF DAY SESSIONS. MUST BE A GRADUATE OF THE PEACEFUL PRESENCE END OF LIFE DOULA TRAINING TO ATTEND.

Snacks and Lunch provided, INTENTIONALLY LIMITED TO 5 participants. Investment: $229

This two-part experiential workshop will be led by Deb Reynolds at her Laughing Spirit Ranch in Bend, Oregon.

Deb Reynolds of Laughing Spirit Ranch

About Deb Reynolds:

Deb is a Reiki teacher & practitioner, as well as a lifelong animal lover. Her passion is helping individuals discover their innate gifts and bring them confidently into the world. Deb is an instructor with the Polyvagal Equine Institute and spent 27 years as a high school educator. Her professional training includes Karuna Reiki (Practitioner Levels I & II and Master), Usui Reiki (Practitioner Levels I, II, III, and Master), Animal Reiki, Reconnective Therapy, Equine-Facilitated Learning, Eponaquest Instructor training, and Quantum Success Life Coaching.

SOLD OUT! To be placed on the waiting list, please email info@thepeacefulpresenceproject.org

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Nov
2

Endnotes : Live Well. Age Well. Die Well.

A yoga & mindfulness based workshop on holistic end of life planning with The Peaceful Presence Project

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MONDAY OCTOBER 27

workshop intentionally LIMITED TO 40 PARTICIPANTS. Together we will practice gentle, all-levels yoga, mediTation and mindfulness as we work through and discuss our holistic end of life planning guidebook Endnotes : Live Well. Age Well. Die Well.

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Sep
13

GROUNDSWELL 2025 : Compassion Into Action

We are so excited to welcome our supporters in person to a new venue this year, the beautiful Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Bend, Oregon!

Join the groundswell of support for equitable, compassionate end-of-life care in our community and across the country!

Join us in person on Saturday, September 13, 2025  for an inspiring afternoon celebrating our community impact. The event begins at 4:00 p.m. sharp, concludes at 6:30 p.m., and will feature heartfelt stories, our In Loving Memory wing mural, and exciting raffle items—all in support of raising vital funds to continue our mission of helping our community live well, age well, and die well.

Your $65 ticket includes two drink tickets, access to a beautifully curated charcuterie table, heavy appetizers, and dessert. A signature cocktail will also be available for purchase during the event.

Can’t join us in person this year? Click the button below to show your support with a donation!

TICKET SALES ARE NOW CLOSED. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON SEPTEMBER 13th

Thank you to our Generous sponsors!

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