Anointing Oils
offerings
offerings
Keep an eye on the Events page to see when and where these will be offered
one-on-one
Archetype Readings
a quick in-person “mini reading” that reveals your guiding wisdom. You’ll smell all 7 archetype anointing oils, and whichever one stands out will reveal your prevailing wisdom. It’s a great way to meet the archetypes (and yourself).
Mentorship
deep support and guidance as you offer your Work to the world. Based upon the wisdom of the Wheel of the Year, the Darkwood archetypes, and the language of elements, you will see your Work through a special, effective lens and offer it with depth and intention. Enrollment opens once a year.
Massage Therapy
with 28 years of experience offering massage therapy, I’m pleased to offer sessions from beautiful Still Point Wellness. My massage sessions are a sweet ritual for your body and soul.
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self-paced
The Mystical Year
a devotion to your own wisdom, this steady, self-paced mystery school introduces you to the Darkwood archetypes, the Wheel of the Year, and ritual craft via workbooks, divinations, timely class recordings, weekly audio recordings, daily writing prompts, and more. Enrollment opens once a year.
The Darkwood Beat
stay aligned with archetypal wisdom all year with this bite-sized subscription. I offer a “Beat Season” seven times throughout the year, so you can subscribe to this multi-media periodical often.
Fundamentals
a 4- part course that introduces all the key concepts of river island apothecary. You’ll learn about anointing, the Darkwood archetypes, the seasons of The Wheel of the Year, and how to tap into your sensory wisdom. Enroll anytime.
groups
Archetype Journey
meet the Darkwood archetypes! Part class & part ritual, you’ll get to smell all 7 of the Archetype Anointing oils and kindle the wisdom of the Darkwood Archetypes and The Wheel of the Year within you.
Seasonal Attunement
a 90-minute “bodywork ritual” where you’ll experience guided meditation, clothes-on bodywork, and anointing rituals. These attunements are offered in correspondence with the seasons of the Wheel of the Year.
Writer’s Groups
We gather on Zoom and in person for writing and ritual, witnessing our soul’s growth through the lens of a Darkwood archetype and creative writing.
Intuitive Aromatherapy
a 3-day workshop intensive using esoteric techniques to blend essential oils.
The Darkwood School
To support deeper dives, I offer these mystery schools:
The Mystical Year | Mentorship | Rest + Ritual | Writer’s Residency |
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