The Scent of Persephone: the alchemy of the shadow

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70.00€

Discovering the Wisdom of the Subconscious through Scent

A Transformative Journey into the Aromatic Depths of the Soul

How do we draw light when we find ourselves surrounded by shadow?
How can we listen to the quiet voice of wisdom hidden within our own darkness?

In this immersive workshop, we will journey through the psychospiritual essence of scent a path where aroma becomes a language of remembrance and revelation.
Each fragrance is a key, each breath an awakening.
Through the sacred wisdom of essential oils and the practice of conscious smelling, we will learn to meet the parts of ourselves we have silenced, and to translate emotion into insight, fear into softness, shadow as a part of light.

This is not simply a workshop, it is a space to honor your hidden self,
to reclaim your power, and to alchemize what lies beneath the surface into clarity and balance.

Time: 19:00–21:00
Duration: 2 hours
Format: Online (via Zoom)
Exchange: €70 (includes all aromatic materials, 1ml each)
Language: Greek
Limited spaces available

A recording will be available for those who wish to journey at their own pace.

Category:Botanical perfumes

Reflecting falls energy

The Descent into Essence

Fall equinox when the earth gathers her breath.
The light softens, roots deepen, and the sap flows inward.
What once bloomed upon the surface now offers its seeds to the womb of the earth not to be lost, but to ripen.
In this same rhythm, the soul is called to turn inward: to listen to what lives beneath the soil of consciousness, the stories of our ancestral line, the unspoken, the old agreements we kept in order to belong.
There, we meet the Shadow, not only what we struggle to love, but also the gifts we have not yet allowed ourselves to hold.

This movement inward is a katabasis, a deliberate descent into what is essential.
The descent of Persephone into the underworld is not punishment, but initiation.
The Maiden descends, tastes the seed of the pomegranate, accepts the rhythm of the earth, and returns as Queen, not the same, but transformed.
According to the Eleusinian Mysteries, descent (darkness, silence, root) and ascent (light, fruit, meaning) are two faces of the same cycle.
The “below” is not an enemy; it is the place where the seed breaks open to be born.
So it is with our inner seeds, all that we avoid in the subconscious: fears, vows, ancestral contracts, and hidden strengths become the treasure of our ripening.
The Shadow ceases to rule us from the dark and becomes the ground upon which we can finally stand.

In this workshop, we will learn to open a gentle, safe space for descent into the root.
Guided by olfactory memory and the aromatic intelligence of plants, we will map inner patterns, commune with our benevolent ancestors, honor the old agreements, and lay them to rest in the soil.
Beneath the visible lies information it is our DNA.
And all that we once kept hidden begins to return to the light, ready to bloom anew.

October reminds us of the rhythm of the earth that turning inward is not retreat but preparation for ripening.
It is the season of roots, of lineage, of what lies beneath.
It is the time to look upon the Shadow with tenderness and truth, like Persephone who knows the path of descent and return, so that we may move forward whole.

Why is the support of essential oils important?

“Root” means origin, boundaries, endurance.
Scents that speak to the earth, roots, woods, and resins, support the work with ancestral patterns and the Shadow, helping us hold both the difficult and the precious without becoming overwhelmed.

When you train your nervous system to enter a specific state, for example, calm alertness, in the presence of a particular scent, that fragrance becomes an anchor (as it is called in the language of NLP). Later, the same aroma can gently bring you back to that state with greater ease.
In this way, scent becomes a powerful tool for grounding and presence, available to you whenever you need to return to yourself.

Moreover, the sense of smell is directly connected to the limbic system (amygdala–hippocampus), the seat of emotion and memory. Combined with conscious breathing practices, aromatic work can support:

The regulation of the nervous system (a gentle release from hyperarousal or freeze),
The reframing of memory through odor-evoked recall,
deeper access to silent memories— somatic and emotional,
and tangible micro-shifts in boundaries, rhythm, and self-regulation that endure over time.

It is, above all, a spiritual practice , a way of listening to the wisdom of the body and allowing the breath of the earth to remind us where we truly belong.

Who is it designed for

This Workshop is Designed For:

Therapists and practitioners wishing to enrich their work with safe, practical olfactory techniques, including psychotherapists and counselors, somatic and psychosomatic practitioners, coaches, art- and dance-therapists, breathwork, yoga and meditation facilitators, bodyworkers, aromatherapists, and botanical perfumers.
Wellness and corporate wellbeing educators seeking a trauma-informed framework for grounding, regulation, and group facilitation.
Individuals on a personal path of self-discovery who wish to explore the unseen territories of the self, working with the “shadow”, those tender yet powerful aspects of the psyche, in a gentle, structured, and effective way.
Those who feel called to work with the root and ancestral line, ready to recognize recurring patterns (such as silence, people-pleasing, anger, or stagnation) and transmute them into inner resources.
Creative professionals seeking to cultivate deeper inspiration and resilience through olfactory “anchors” and small-scale rituals.
Both beginners and advanced practitioners no prior experience in shadow work or aromatherapy is required; everything is guided step by step.

This work is especially aligned with the season between fall equinox when the energy of the season supports the inward descent , a journey that continues until the Spring Equinox, when Persephone rises once more into the light.

~ This workshop is not recommended for women who are pregnant. ~

What You Will Gain from This Workshop

Olfactory mindfulness , grounding, breathing, and scent-awareness practices that gently calm and regulate the nervous system.
The creation of your own “Scent Map”, a personal aromatic self-chart for ongoing self-observation and dialogue with your ancestral imprints.
Group dynamics and shared field, you will not work alone, but within a circle of support and resonance.
A PDF guide with exercises, reflection forms, and suggested dilutions to continue your aromatic practice at home.

Important Notes on Safety & Ethics

This is not a form of psychotherapy or medical treatment; it is an educational and experiential framework.
Respect for boundaries: each participant shares only what they feel comfortable expressing.
Contraindications / precautions for essential oils: pregnancy or breastfeeding, epilepsy, hypertension, asthma, or known allergies.
If you are currently processing active trauma, it is recommended to seek parallel support from a qualified mental health professional.

What You Will Need

You Will Need:

A notebook or journal and a pen for the reflective writing exercises.
The aromatic set for the workshop (provided). To ensure timely delivery, please complete your registration in advance.
Conscious presence and preparation, honoring your own rhythm and the rhythm of others.
A sense of privacy and comfort, choose a quiet space, clear your desk, and silence notifications.
Confidentiality, what is shared within the circle remains within the circle.
There will be a short intermission for grounding, a light snack, or to refresh your tea or drink.