Self-awareness when in doubt ── A journey to seek inner strength

Questioning life, collective exhaustion, sense of powerlessness have been the keywords of recent years. HER Hub’s ‘Transformative Feminist Leadership’ (TFL) programme continues to inspire and support individuals and organisations in their pursuit of inner strength and collective power. The recent ‘Journey to Seek Inner Strength’ workshop held in September 2022 was an exceptional opportunity for participants who were struggling with doubts and exhaustion. 

The event brought together participants from various organisations and provided a safe space for them to relax. As the retreat began, many participants were apprehensive about relaxing and letting go of their daily tasks. However, they soon found that this journey was about self-awareness and reconnecting with their inner power. During the day, participants took a deep dive into their journeys since joining their organisations, acknowledging their disempowerment and feeling lost in the process. The afternoon’s rest session of Singing Bowl Healing provided an opportunity for participants to take a break from their hectic routines and focus on their well-being. 

The retreat was a transformative experience for many participants. They left feeling empowered, inspired, and motivated. One participant shared that she was empowered by others, ‘Everyone is still fighting, it motivates me to work harder for the future.’ Another participant highlighted the importance of rest and hope, ‘We really have to rest more. We have to believe everything will work out for the best.’  

The workshop was successful in creating a safe space for individuals to connect with their inner selves, empower each other, and build stronger communities. HER Hub’s efforts to build more transformative feminist leaders will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on organisations and the community at large. 

Impact of the Event 

• The workshop provided a safe space for 10 organisers to relax and reconnect with their inner power. 
• Participants acknowledged and shared their disempowerment, and left feeling inspired and motivated with a sense of collective power.