Return to Presence

Join me for Return to Presence, a 2-hour meditation, breathwork & mindfulness workshop inspired by Marina Abramović’s rice counting practice.

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Together, we will:

• Gently awaken and relax the body

• Learn breath practices to calm and focus the mind

• Engage in a 60-minute rice counting ritual to train concentration and stillness

• Reflect and journal to integrate insights

• Close with a guided meditation to anchor focus and peace in the body

 

This is more than a workshop — it’s an invitation to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and discover that calm and clarity are available in the simplest of actions.

 

Perfect for: Anyone experiencing stress or mental overwhelm, creatives needing focus, or those curious about mindfulness through art and repetition. No prior experience needed.

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What You’ll Need for This Online Workshop:

To make the most of this experience, please prepare the following:

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1. A quiet space
Somewhere you won’t be disturbed for 2 hours. Silence and stillness are key.

2. A comfortable seat
A cushion, yoga mat, or chair where you can sit upright with ease.

3. A bowl of uncooked rice and lentils/beans
About 1–2 cups of white rice in a bowl or on a large plate — something you can touch and move easily with your fingers.

4. Two small containers
To separate the rice as part of the counting ritual (like two small bowls, jars, or cups).

5. A pen and notebook
For journaling and personal reflection after the practice.

6. Water or tea
To stay hydrated and grounded.

7. Stable internet
We’ll be connecting live. Make sure your camera and mic work — they won’t always be on, but presence matters.

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Optional but helpful:
– An eye mask or scarf (for meditation)
– Headphones (to immerse more deeply in the audio)
– A light blanket (for comfort)

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Where - Online

When -27 September, 2025, 10.00 am EEST Time Zone

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Language - English, Italian

Contribution - Free