Session 5 : Courage
Shadow work: Abandonment
This group art therapy session explores Courage as a quiet, embodied force: the capacity to stay present, take inner risks, and move forward despite uncertainty. In nature, courage is reflected in growth pushing through the soil, in branches reaching toward light, and in the resilience of life adapting to change. This session invites participants to connect with your sound and strength of let it out and express it.
The process unfolds with care and flexibility, adapting to the emotional needs and readiness of the group.
Session Structure
Opening & Grounding (30 minutes)
The session begins with a welcoming circle and a grounding practice centered on breath and vibration. Gentle breathing, humming, and awareness of the throat, chest, and belly help participants feel safe and connected to their physical voice. Silence is honored as much as sound, creating a non-judgmental space.Vocal & Musical Exploration – Expressive Process (1 hour)
Participants are guided into an exploration of voice and sound, which may include humming, toning, simple vocal expressions, rhythm, or interaction with basic instruments. The focus is not on singing ability, but on allowing sound to emerge naturally expression of the emotions by active lissening.
Music may build gradually, reflecting natural cycles of emergence, expansion, and rest. Tea and biscuits remain available to support grounding and comfort throughout the process.Reflection & Integration
In the final phase, participants are invited to reflect on their relationship with voice and courage: what felt easy, what felt challenging, and what wanted to be expressed. Sharing may take place in the group or privately with the facilitator, according to individual comfort. The emphasis is on personal experience rather than performance or interpretation.This session offers a gentle yet empowering space to reconnect with one’s authentic voice, allowing courage to be felt, sounded, and embodied in a natural and supportive way.
