UNMASKED: Half-Day Workshop

For the curious, heart led individual who craves real connection but find most social situations exhausting.

Step into a space of curiosity and exploration of what it means to be human.

There will be no small talk, no pressure to overshare; just genuine connection and self expression through play, movement and sound.

You don't need to know anyone. You don't need to share anything personal. You just need to show up with curiosity.

Unmasked is an opportunity to drop all labels and be seen for who you truly are; to experience what it feels like to show up fully, even if it's messy, raw, loud, quiet or unfiltered.

And the best part? There's no way to do any of it "wrong", because you literally can't fail at being yourself.

Through fun, playful exercises in authentic connection, movement and reflection, you will be guided to:

Explore meaningful connection through simple, practical communication games

Create space for real conversation and genuine presence

Experiment with being open and expressive without the weight of gender/societal roles, stories (eg. I'm too loud, I share too much etc) and expectations

Practice being seen and celebrated for exactly who you are

Invite curiosity and self-honesty

Here's why this workshop is so special:

We will gently surface and reframe the limiting beliefs that keep you playing small.. you know, the ones that whisper "you're too much" or "you're not enough." Through play, movement and sound, you'll witness these patterns shift in real-time and feel the transformation in your body. This is where insight becomes embodiment.

This is what I like to call depth with a soulful twist. It's real inner work, real breakthroughs wrapped in lightness, laughter and genuine human connection.

We will end our day with a scintillating sound journey featuring the dreamy sounds of the handpan, crystal singing bowls and other delicious vibrational instruments to anchor the learnings into everyday life.

Personal development doesn't always have to be heavy or constantly revisiting traumas from the past. It can be light, fun and full of laugher, so come as you are with no experience necessary. This is a safe, all inclusive event - all ages 18+, backgrounds, pronouns.. everyone is welcome 🤗

And a delicious vegetarian lunch is provided!! 🥗

If you are curious I encourage you to lean in! See you in circle.

🦅 This day retreat is for anyone who wants to:

Communicate in a way that feels real, honest and warm

Feel more comfortable connecting to others without overthinking or oversharing

Feel safe being open (without sharing deeply personal details) around others

Meet friendly, curious people who enjoy meaningful, heart-led conversations and authentic connection

Feel closer to themselves and the people in their lives

Explore vulnerability and feel more comfortable being seen in light, fun ways

Learn how to be more present and listen more deeply in social interactions

🦒 EVENT DETAILS 🦒

🎶 WHEN: Saturday, September 19 2026 12:30pm-4:30pm

✨ WHERE: Om Yoga, Emu Plains

☕️ EXCHANGE: $70 early bird (ends July 5), $85 (regular price) or 2 for $120

Pay what you can donations available for those in need (no questions will be asked)

Ticket includes:

Cacao

Refreshments

Nourishing lunch

Up to 45 mins of integration coaching via Google Meet

🌻 WHAT TO BRING 🌻:

An open heart and curious mind

Yoga mat (limited number supplied at venue) & pillow (for optimal comfort during the sound journey)

Water bottle

Journal and pen

✨ MEET YOUR FACILITATOR ✨

Vanessa’s journey through grief, heartbreak and deep self enquiry led her to rebuild her life from the inside out.

She is now a transformational coach and sound alchemist, weaving the art of self-inquiry together with sound medicine to invite others to meet themselves deeply in authentic self expression and reclaim their inner power.

She leads sound journeys, mindfulness workshops and nature-based ceremonies throughout western Sydney and the Blue Mountains.