October at GlowHouse
Newsletter
Join us at GlowHouse for our October events! You can also find more events and updates at the calendar on our website!
Please see details about how to support GlowHouse's offerings to the community at the end of this newsletter!
GlowHouse to welcome Brandenberg Amethyst Crystal to DC
An old friend recently reached out enquiring about the possibility of bringing a Crystal to DC and to see if GlowHouse could host it for a time! We are excited welcome Teralis & Joshua to DC to bring the Crystal to GlowHouse. We will have a Ceremony and Potluck this Sunday, October 5th from 7-9 pm to celebrate the arrival of this crystal, please message d@duane.com if you'd like an invitation!
A Seeker's Path to Global Harmony:
The Amethyst Crystal Resonance Enhancer
Joseph Teralis Arison L.Ac.
A Vision for Healing a Hurting World
I feel a deep anguish at the cruelty and callousness within our political systems. During a deep meditation one night earlier this year I had a clear vision of a way to help our world through rebalancing earth energy.
This isn't a unique idea. In 1982, while studying acupuncture in Beijing, my dear friend and fellow student Alfred shared the incredible story of the 16th Karmapa, His Holiness Rangjung Rigpe Dorje (spiritual leader of the Karma Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism). Before his passing in 1981, the Karmapa instructed Alfred–his then young acupuncturist–to place blessed crystals at specific locations across China and the world. The Karmapa indicated that these crystal placements were vital for healing the Earth and humanity.
In my vision I received a message that a Brandberg Amethyst from the sacred mountains of Namibia had been mined and should be placed somewhere in Washington, DC–akin to the acupuncture needles of the Karmapa. The next morning I began my research and contacted a gem and crystal mining company in Namibia called Stone Age Minerals. They did have the amethyst crystal cluster that matched the one in my vision and were coincidentally seeking an ideal buyer. The crystal cluster is now in my possession and ready for placement.
The power of the amethyst cluster is amplified using a low intensity Schumann Wave Magnetic Field Generator. The cluster is lit with LED lighting to illuminate its exquisite features and will be housed in a custom designed pure copper base. An object of beauty, it is an artful natural sculpture that will enhance any space, be it government or corporate offices, museum, art gallery, crystal store, or home.
I wish to place this Amethyst Crystal Resonance Enhancer in Washington D.C., near the centers of power, as an artwork loan or cultural awareness program. By placing it strategically to counteract the pervasive negative energies engulfing the USA and, by extension, the world, I wish it to make one small but potentially meaningful contribution to elevating human consciousness and healing our world.
Arts and Crafts Open House
Arts and Crafts Open House
When: Saturday, October 4th
Time: Noon- 4pm
Free to all!
Bring your supplies, work on your art projects and share a cup of tea with us! Our monthly open studio event occurs on the first Saturday of each month from noon to 4pm. Free and open to all!
About your Facilitator:
Megan is an artist and a Glow House resident. She enjoys painting, sculpture, multimedia projects and costume design
Somatic Stress Release with Mia Becker
When: Sunday, October 5th
Time: 2pm
Tickets are $20 per person
Reserve yours by sending payment to one of the following:
Venmo: @GlowHouse
Zelle: d@duane.com
Paypal: d@duane.com
When was the last time you were present with your body? In the fast-paced world we live in, it can be easy to dissociate from the body, causing us to store unprocessed stress in the body. This can lead to symptoms like chronic tension, anxiety, chronic pain, decreased mobility, poor posture, digestive issues, and low mood. Somatic healing can bring us deeper into relationship with the body and untangle the layers of emotion and tension that get stuck there.
This workshop is a chance for you to come back home to your body and release tension through deep awareness, gentle movement, and healing self-bodywork. We’ll explore how you can work with your nervous system to regulate yourself through gentle practices and techniques that you can use in your everyday life. Come as you are and leave feeling centered and refreshed.
ABOUT SOMATICS:
The word "somatic" means "of or relating to the body."
Somatic healing is a body-centered modality that looks at the connection of mind and body for holistic healing. Somatic Stress Release is a system taught by Dr. Scott Lyons, which employs the use of movement therapy approaches, muscular-fascial release work, bodywork, breath work, authentic movement practices, somatic experiencing and much more to help clients build resilience, unblock stuck emotions, and release tension. Because of the variety of tools that are used in this modality, it is accessible to people of all ages and abilities.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Somatic Stress Release is for anyone who is dealing with chronic stress, chronic fatigue, burnout, chronic pain, depression, or anxiety; wants support processing difficult emotions through a somatic approach; or wants to build resilience and change their relationship with stress.
About Your Facilitator:
Mia Becker is a certified somatic practitioner and therapist who is passionate about helping others break out of the cycle of chronic stress, regulate their nervous systems, and connect with their authentic self expression so that they can create fulfilling lives filled with ease, joy, pleasure, and play.
After training as a somatic practitioner, Mia earned her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in order to bridge the worlds of somatics and mental health. Mia facilitates workshops that focus on somatic approaches to stress management and authentic living, including topics on polyvagal theory, healing self touch, nervous system regulation, somatic healing techniques, and conscious movement. Her mission is to empower people to come back home to their bodies and inner wisdom and cultivate opportunities for self-regulation and co-regulation in everyday life that spark healing change in our communities.
To learn more about her work, visit www.miabecker.com.
Authentic Connection Circle
When: Tuesday, October 7th
Time: 7pm
Registration: Venmo @glowhouse
This event is donation-based. Pay what you can. (Suggested $5 - $25)
This event is a space for authentic connection to develop a greater capacity for empathy for those who think and feel differently from us.
What’s unique about this event? We are inviting in all opinions, beliefs and feelings here with the goal of connecting across differences- ideological, religious, psychological, etc. We use a set of facilitated exercises to enable this.
Sambrita Basu of Shakti Arts has been working in the space of DEI and culture change for over 10 years with companies and nonprofits around the country. In 2017 she started Shakti Arts as a nonprofit dedicated to bridging divides using storytelling and the arts. More info at www.Shaktiarts.org.
Circling with Rebo: Circling for Advanced Practitioners
When: Tuesday October 14th
Time: 7pm
Tickets are $15.
Reserve yours by venmoing @rebeccahassell
Is money tight? Ask for pay-what-you-can!
This event is for Advanced practitioners.
Circling is an inter-relational practice grounded in the present. It explores the edges of where I begin and you end, weaving elements of somatics, nonviolent communication, and encounter groups together. Circling sessions with Rebo at GlowHouse began over one year ago and meets regularly.
About your facilitator:
Rebo Hassell is passionate about authentic communication and community building. These efforts have included the long-running Uncorked sex discussion series, the newly-launched Community Central groups in Brookland and Tysons, and circling.
DMV Men's Group
When: Thursday, October 16th
Time: 7:30pm
$10 voluntary donation to support the Glow House
Find more information here: https://fb.me/e/7QTubLFU2
This men’s circle @glowhousedc is part of an ongoing project to provide more conscious community space and personal development opportunities for men in the DMV area.
The focus of this circle will be on embodiment, sharing and witnessing.are looking for supportive brotherhood, this circle is for you! Beginning with embodiment and breath, we will open a space for you to share what is alive for you, make requests for group support, and witness others.
Men’s circles are a great place to:
- Practice clear, authentic communication;
- Identify self-limiting beliefs or patterns of behavior;
- Better understand your own needs;
- Seek support and accountability;
- Form new friendships and deepen existing relationships.
- Men’s circles provide a way for men to come together to form mutually supportive bonds that center on the values of authenticity and presence, rather than on competition and achievement.
GUIDELINES:
1. Please arrive between 7-7:30pm. The circle will begin promptly at 7:30 and will run for approximately 1.5 hours.
2. All sharing in the circle is voluntary and confidential.
3. There is a cat that lives in the house. They may come into the room where circling is done, if you are allergic.
About your Facilitator:
Randy Goldberg LMT is a graduate of the DC Hellinger Institute, and of advanced studies in Family Constellation with Heinz Stark of Germany. He is a former Yoga monk, Craniosacral therapist, and a world renowned-astrologer (both Western and Vedic) interviewed by the Washington Post, NPR, and CNN. He facilitates Family Constellation therapy for individuals and groups. More info. at www.randygoldberg.org 202-380-6850 or randy@randygoldberg.org.
Not Your Mother's Makeup Party
When: Friday, October 17th
Time: 7pm-9pm
Tickets are Pay-What-You-Can
($5- $25) - Venmo @GlowHouse
To keep this event accessible to everyone, we use pay-what-you-can pricing. We ask those who can afford it to pay the full amount to help subsidize attendance for community members facing financial hardship.
Join us for a unique makeup experimentation session where we'll explore different techniques and strategies designed to challenge facial recognition technology. This isn't your typical beauty party – we're diving into the intersection of makeup artistry and digital privacy!
We welcome anyone curious about makeup, technology, and creative expression! No professional makeup experience required – we're all learning together.
What to Bring:
-Your own makeup and/or makeup supplies (We will have some face paint on hand, which you can use at your discretion. If you have skin sensitivities/allergies, bringing your own paint/makeup is advised.)
-Personal devices for testing (optional but encouraged)
-An experimental mindset and sense of fun!
What We'll Provide:
-Refreshing punch
-Tasty snacks
-Mirrors and good lighting
- A supportive, judgment-free environment
The Vibe:
Think collaborative art project meets tech workshop meets hangout session. We'll be trying different approaches, sharing what works (and what doesn't), and having fun with the process.
Group Hypnosis for Deep Relaxation
When: Wednesday, October 22nd
Time: 6:30pm
Tickets: $20, Venmo @glowhouse
Escape the stress of daily life and discover profound tranquility in our guided group hypnosis session.This 90-minute experience will gently guide you into a deeply relaxed state where tension melts away and inner peace emerges.
In a comfortable, supportive group setting, you'll learn to quiet your mind, release physical stress, and tap into your body's natural ability to heal and restore. No prior experience necessary – just bring an open mind and comfortable clothing.
Perfect for anyone seeking relief from anxiety, insomnia, or everyday stress. Leave feeling refreshed, centered, and equipped with relaxation techniques you can use anytime.
About your Facilitator:
Megan Harvey is a Hypnotist who teaches the art of Self-Hypnosis to individuals and groups.
Fear is Fun A One-Person Performance - Work in Progress
When: Friday, October 24th
Time: 7pm, Doors open 6:45pm
Tickets: Donations Welcome (Support the Arts!)
Venmo @glowhouse
Ever wondered what it's like to be the monster in the dark? Join us for an evening of screams as seasoned scare actor and Glow House Resident Megan Harvey pulls back the curtain on the thrilling world of professional haunting.
In this 30-minute solo performance, Megan shares tales from the haunted trails – the art of the perfect scare, the psychology behind fear, and the surprising connections formed between monsters and victims in those heart-pounding moments. Discover the craft, dedication, and unexpected humor that goes into making strangers scream with delight
Part confessional, part comedy, part behind-the-scenes exposé – this is fear from the other side of the mask. The evening may include interactive games that put you in the scare actor's shoes!
Warning: Contains theatrical scares, adult language, and stories that might make you see haunted attractions in a whole new light. As a work in progress, your feedback helps Megan shape this spine-tingling show!
Circling with Rebo: All Levels Circling
When: Monday, October 27th
Time: 7pm, Doors open 6:45pm
Tickets are $15
Reserve yours by Venmo-ing @rebeccahassell
The goal of Circling is for a group of people to see the world through each other's eyes, and for you to see the world through other people’s eyes. We flourish under the influence of caring, curious, and non-judgmental attention – and so does the connection between us.
Your reflection is what you see in the mirror. To give someone a reflection is to tell them what you think they said – but like an old mirror, we often unintentionally shift, change, or distort their words. This is because our memories are imperfect, we may have expected them to say something different, or we might have leapt to a judgement without even realizing it. We don’t often reflect aloud, and so we reply based on what we think we heard, they reply on what they think we meant – and then we find ourselves in a confusing conversational funhouse.
At this all-levels circling session, we’re going to slow down and check in with what we think we heard and think the other person meant, with the goal of better understanding and intentionality.
This session is open to everyone, from first-timers to circlilng experts. If money is tight, please contact me for pay-what-you-can options.
About your facilitator:
Rebo Hassell is passionate about authentic communication and community building. These efforts have included the long-running Uncorked sex discussion series, the newly-launched Community Central groups in Brookland and Tysons, and circling..
Glow House Room Available
Large Third-Floor Room Available at GlowHouse – $1325
Available December 1st, if you need to relocate sooner we can work with you.
Looking for a beautiful, community-oriented space to call home? A room is opening up on the third floor of GlowHouse, our warm and intentional shared house in Columbia Heights at 13th and Irving NW.
About the Room & Space:
Bright, private third-floor bedroom with four windows facing East
Bathroom shared with one other person
Shared kitchen, spacious living areas, and co-working friendly spaces
Laundry on-site (one washer/dryer, one large washing machine and one large dryer)
High-speed internet
Room is 18' wide by 12' to 16' deep
Available Furnished or Unfurnished
Pets potentially welcome, one very social cat lives here already.
Amenities include Hot Tub, Filtered Water (RO), Common space, and more.
Lease is month to month, we ask for 30+ days notice if you'll be moving out.
About GlowHouse:
GlowHouse is a vibrant, welcoming community of kind, creative, and growth-minded people. We host workshops and occasional gatherings, and value clear communication, mutual respect, and cultivating a supportive environment. We are LGBTQIA friendly and value diversity. We have four stories plus an attic and currently have six residents here.
Rent: $1325/month (includes all utilities as well as common consumables - Paper Towels, Soaps, TP, etc.)
If you’re looking for more than just a place to sleep — if you want a home where people care about each other and enjoy connecting — this might be a perfect fit. Contact Darrell at d@duane.com for more information.
IFS Authentic Relating: Anger, Connection, and Joy
Join us with Terry Baranski as we infuse Internal Family Systems (IFS) into various Authentic Relating exercises. Register at EventBrite ahead of time to reserve your spot. This event will sell out!
Terry Writes:
In this IFS-informed Authentic Relating workshop, I'll provide a brief overview of Internal Family Systems (IFS), which is a revolutionary way of looking at the mind - as consisting of parts, rather than being a single thing - and getting to know ourselves in a deep/authentic way. We'll then split up into rotating pairs for various IFS-informed Authentic Relating exercises, which will explore a wide spectrum of our experiences: Anger, Connection, and Joy. These exercises will enable us to deeply relate to each other in a parts-aware way - by speaking to each other about our various parts, and allowing our parts to be truly heard and witnessed by another.
This location is metro accessible, and street parking is available. Seating is a mixture of couches and floor space - yoga mats are available for those on the floor.
Doors open at 1:45. Please give yourself extra time for DC-area commuting - we'd like to start the event promptly at 2:00. Allergy Note: There is a cat in the house.
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Terry Baranski is an Internal Family Systems practitioner who works 1-on-1, with couples, and in groups, with people all over the world to address their mental health challenges. IFS is an approach to therapy and self-growth which offers a unique perspective on the mind - one that opens the door to self-compassion and self-understanding rather than judgment and shame. It's a wonderful technique to help us get in touch with our true selves, see the big picture, and get to know our minds in a more intimate way.