Calling The Joy Child Home
at Bealtaine

A Shamanic ceremony to reunite with your joy child and remember your wholeness
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There’s a part within you that is wild, carefree and open-hearted. Who remembers how to laugh without reason, chases butterflies with curiosity, talks to trees and sees the magic in everyday moments. She is full of delight and wonder at the world. She knows that joy is sacred medicine.

This is your inner joy child, a wise and deeply feeling part of you. She isn’t separate from you. She is already within you, waiting for you to call her home.

Yet life has a way of teaching us to tuck this joyful child away—to become quieter, smaller, more acceptable. Maybe she’s the child who was told to be good, to be quiet, to be perfect rather than free, curious and playful. The child who had to grow up too fast and leave easeful joy behind.

What if this part of you is the key that allows you to bloom open, to come home to yourself.

Bealtaine is a potent threshold to honor the wisdom of your joy child, the one who sees the world through eyes of wonder, awe and magic. Bealtaine is a celebration of life, union, passion, and creativity – all qualities that our joy child helps us to experience more deeply. Just as the land is in full bloom, it’s time to reclaim your joy and nurture this part of you that’s longing for freedom, creativity, and deep connection.

This Bealtaine shamanic ceremony is an invitation to reunite with the part of you that knows how to feel fully, imagine deeply, and trust life. Through a hawthorn tea ceremony, shamanic drumming, ritual and earth based practices, we’ll create a space for you to connect to you joy child gently, safely, and with full presence.

Are you ready to witness, honor, and more fully embrace your inner joy child, thus witnessing, honoring, and more fully embracing yourself?

Claim Your Spot and Reignite Your Joy

Stay true to your soul

The Sacred Shifts Waiting for You Inside This Journey

When you root back into the wisdom of the joy child, you reconnect with the part of you that remembers how to have fun, create freely, and trust your own intuition. The part of you that can carry joy forward into your life.

Through this reconnection, you’ll:

  • Give yourself permission to let play, pleasure, and creativity lead the way again
  • Reignite your creative life force which you’ll be able to express
  • Begin to make decisions from intuition rather than fear or perfectionism
  • Soften your inner critic and cultivate more self compassion 
  • Trust yourself more fully and live from your authentic self
  • Open to the beauty and sweetness of life exactly as it is
  • Release the old story that joy must be earned 
  • Experience harmony between your adult self and inner child as they stand together in wholeness

When your joy child isn’t nurtured, you second-guess your desires, silence your intuitive knowing, and wonder why things feels flat and you can’t let the good things all the way in. Joy stays locked behind perfectionism. 

This ceremony is the invitation to meet her, listen to her, and nurture her deeply.

Will you answer?

Step into Sacred Union with Your Joy Child Now
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The deeply needed medicine

Magic happens when we sit in ceremony and reunite with joy

This journey is for you, if:

  • You’re curious how the medicine of joy can support your life
  • Joy feels like something you have to earn, once you’re healed enough or done enough
  • You get lost in obligations and forget to create space for your things that bring you delight
  • You long for a supportive space where your growth is honored and witnessed.
  • You’re ready for joy to feel safe again
  • You long to reconnect with your creativity and the simple joy of being yourself 
  • You’re drawn to the Celtic Wheel but want guidance to embody it, not just read about it
  • You’re curious to redefine what joy means to you
  • You’re ready have some lighthearted fun 

If you feel the pull, this is your invitation. Step into a beautiful relationship with your joy child.

Nurture your joy child

What you’ll experience in this transformative ceremony

‘Our elders say that ceremonies are the way we “remember to remember’  – Robin Wall Kimmerer

Rooted in Celtic wisdom and shamanic practices this ceremony will be expansive, offering deep nourishment and connection to soul & spirit.

Together, we’ll weave a tapestry of:

Hawthorn Tea ceremony

Step into a gentle space of reflection and clarity, supported by our plant guardian Hawthorn. A heart healer that gently opens the heart space to release old hurts and supports your inner child to emerge, express, and reclaim their natural joy. Associated with faery energy, hawthorn reconnects you to your playful essence and innocence so you can find delight in simple pleasures and embody childlike wonder.

Shamanic journeying / drumming to meet your joy child

Let the heartbeat of the drum guide you into deeper states of consciousness. It’s this place where insights, healing and messages can arise that support you to grow in your relationship with your joy child.

Ritual Magick

Rituals are bridges to our deeper selves. They feed our sense of purpose, belonging, and connection to what truly matters. In this ceremony, you'll be guided through a ritual to honor the union between your adult self and your inner joy child while also offering deep healing to this part of yourself.

Earth based practices

The land around Aventine Gardens will support your integration so you can be inspired by what is to come. Through nature-based practice, rekindle your relationship to yourself, others and the earth, awakening to the power, insights and healing that is held within nature.

Guided Meditation & Internal reflection

Move beyond words and into direct experience, the place where true wisdom is found. This is where you deepen your connection to your authentic self, sovereignty and self-trust. You remember to place yourself back in the heart of your own life and align to your soul’s path.

Intentional integration

Magic happens when awareness meets embodiment. This ceremony guides you to anchor the healing and insights into your daily life so your transformation can extend beyond the ceremony. This then becomes the foundation for shaping a meaningful and purposeful life.

testimonials

Kind words from participants

Such a deep and nourishing experience that has left me feeling anchored in a deeper sense of calm and authority within my being. I'm more open to calling in assistance & guidance from nature as kin and ally.
Justine
The day was truly magical. The space felt so calm, and safe and the day just flowed. I came away with so many insights. I felt reconnected to my soul, aligned with my path. There was also the pure joy of discovering new things about myself whilst also remembering the connection I used to have in the past is still here. I felt I was in very safe hands and your guidance was probably the most important thing on the day. I remember that feeling of freedom each day. I felt calm and exhilarated.
Val
What I love most about Roseleen's offerings is her ability to create a safe, open space for self-connection, while also remaining grounded and relatable in her approach. She is practical and understands the normal challenges of everyday life. Her approach helped me to slow down and gently guided me to feel more connected with myself, something we could all do with. I feel so empowered after it, and carry a sense of ease and positive energy If you are curious... just book!
Una
I had the privilege of sitting in ceremony with Roseleen on a number of occasions over the period of a year. She holds safe, contained sacred space and her connection to spirit is phenomenal. She is an extremely experienced practitioner. During a recent clearing she read my energy clearly and identified long standing issues and worked to rectify the problems. I even felt physical relief immediately.
Lynn
My friends and I wanted a private ceremony to deepen our long-standing friendships and open ourselves up to new experiences. We were all new to this type of ceremony and didn't know what to expect. Roseleen created a safe and calm environment, gently guiding us with grace and wisdom. This ceremony has become a shared experience that we will always treasure. Each element of the ceremony allowed us to connect with our inner selves and our needs. Sharing the beauty we see in each other brought us closer together and helped us to view ourselves in a new light. It provides a space for release, reflection and inspiration for the future. I am deeply grateful for this healing space, surrounded by the comfort and love of my friends. It was a beautiful day of profound connection with ourselves and each other. We couldn't have asked for a better guide on this journey.
Annette
I had the privilege of sitting in ceremony with Roseleen on a number of occasions over the period of a year. She holds safe, contained sacred space and her connection to spirit is phenomenal. She is an extremely experienced practitioner. During a recent clearing she read my energy clearly and identified long standing issues and worked to rectify the problems. I even felt physical relief immediately.
Lynn
It was a really enriching ceremony. I felt very calm and supported after it, and that feeling has stayed with me since.
Jackie
I am still glowing from the experience. I left with clarity and insight on moving forward with things and life. I was once again reminded of how abundant my life is - the collective energy was beautiful.
Emily
It was a potent and special ceremony. The best word to describe how I felt afterwards is 'earthed', like the electrical wire. I'm still feeling the rippling effects and benefits throughout my life. I feel very lucky to have experienced the healing transformation at the ceremony.
Mary

A Sacred Space to Remember Who You Are

Join us and step into a beautiful relationship with yourself.

Rooted in Celtic wisdom and guided by the powerful energy of Spring Equinox, this ceremony blends ancient shamanic practices with modern tools for self-discovery and empowerment. This shamanic ceremony is crafted from my 11 years of training with Sli an Chroi and Sharon Bolt Magick, woven with the wisdom gifted to me by my spirit team, the earth, and my ancestral lineage. 

Group numbers are intentionally limited to create a deeply held, transformative experience where you can share, integrat and be truly witnessed. No previous experience or specific skills are necessary as you’ll be guided every step of the way.

In-Person

€90

Immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of our space in Aventine Gardens where nature surrounds us during our shamanic ceremony.

Sunday 27th April, 10am - 1pm

Aventine Garden, Foxrock, Co. Dublin

Includes all materials

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Your Guide

“Midlife is what happens when you climb to the top of the ladder and discover it’s against the wrong wall.” Joseph Campbell

Entering my 40s I loved my work, life was expansive and fun, and I knew where I was headed. I believed I would sail through mid-life as everything was on track. Or so I thought! 

Looking back, there were subtle inner whispers calling me to pause and pay attention to the signals of frustration and exhaustion. There was a part of me longing to be expressed in my work and aspects that needed to be reclaimed for my life to feel more soul-aligned. Yet, I kept pushing forward, promising myself I’d take a break soon. One day, I will… 

Instead, burnout brought me to my knees. I call those three years ‘living at the edge of the forest’ as I withdrew from life to recoup, and weed out the deep patterns of people-pleasing to redefine what a life lived well meant for me. It was a huge awakening and course correction. One that led me back to reclaiming my creativity, my voice and expression, which in turn enhanced my dwindling life force.

Now, my life is shaped around curiosity, innovation, imagination, dreaming and enchantment as they help me to forge a path that transforms even the most mundane moments into opportunities for wonder and discovery. 

This is why I’m passionate about guiding women through midlife, a time of profound opportunity. You can move through this transition with grace and compassion, conquer what stands in the way of your flourishing and design a meaningful, vibrant life. Will you answer the call?

Find out more about me
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Your questions answered

Common questions

No prior experience is required. This ceremony is open to anyone ready to embrace transformation in a nurturing environment.

You’ll receive an email closer to the time with the details of what to bring. But usually it consists of: yoga mat, blanket, scarf or eye mask to cover eyes during drumming, a bottle of water, pen / paper, a coat / light jacket in case we go outside.

If you want you can bring a cushion/pillow – whatever allows you to have a nice little nest for yourself.

This ceremony is designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re taking your first steps or leaping forward you’ll be guided through it all by Roseleen’s gentle presence.

 

If you are unable to drink the tea whether due to contraindications, allergies, or personal preference, there’s no need to worry.

You can still fully participate and receive from the ceremony without consuming the tea.

The tea ceremony is one aspect of the experience, and you can still receive from the plant spirit in other ways during the ceremony. Depending on the ceremony I may offer you an alternative tea that would suit.

Simply being in the space, engaging in the practices, and connecting with the group’s energy will bring transformation as we are working on many layers.

If you’ve any questions please contact Roseleen.

Reach out to Roseleen if you’re not sure if the ceremony would be suitable.

Please note that if any of the following apply to you, we recommend that you do NOT attend this event:

  • You have had a psychotic episode
  • You have severe physical health conditions or are recovering from recent surgeries
  • You are under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • You are in a crisis situation or experiencing acute mental health challenges.

The Participant hereby acknowledges that none of the above conditions applies to them, or they have sought the proper medical guidance from their GP and have written approval to attend this event.

If you have any questions or wish to clarify your situation please contact Roseleen to discuss.

Due to the nature of this event and its limited numbers the policy is as follows:

Deposits payments €40 are non-refundable.

Cancellations within 14 days of the start date will result in the deposit payment being forfeit.

Cancellations up to 14 days of the retreat start date: your deposit payment may be transferred to another gathering listed on our website of your choice subject to availability. Only one transfer permitted.

In the event of a ‘no show’ for any booking, any balance due for the gathering will be charged in full.

Curious but uncertain?

If you’re intrigued about the power of this experience but not sure it’s for you, let’s have a chat to remove any worries and answer your questions.

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Where we gather together

Our healing space is held within the magical grounds of Aventine Gardens, a space dedicated to celebration, healing and growth.

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