Newsletter Jan26 English version
Newsletter | Healing Arts Initiative – January 2026
The transition into a new year invites us to pause, to reflect on and appreciate what has been, and from there to embrace all that is new.
The past months have confirmed the importance of places where people can truly connect with themselves and one another. Spaces for exchange, self-discovery, empowerment, embodiment, and shared learning and growth…
Here are some of the courses offered by our instructors in January 2026:
👉 You can find details on the Initiative’s website or click here for the january calendar
- Di. 18-19.30: Transformative Dance – Kollektiv / ohne Anmeldung
- Sa./So. 10.+11.1.: Gewaltfreie Kommunikation/ Anmeldung: www.we-space.net
- Mo, 12.1. 19-22 offener Heilkreis zu Schamanischer Arbeit – Schnupperabend zum neuen Jahreskreis mit Nadya und Oliviera / Anmeldung: https://shamanic.journey.vastu.net/
- Fr. 16.01. 18-21 / Sa. 17.01. 10-17/ So. 18.01. 10-15) Was will ich wirklich? Workshopreihe mit Fine Belger/ Anmeldung: was_will_ich_wirklich@posteo.de
- Fr. 23.01. 18.30-21.30 Love in Progress- erfüllt und sicher in polyamoren Beziehungen Aufbau einer festen Gruppe / Infos und Anmeldung: love-in-progress@posteo.de
- uvm.
außerdem:
Mo Nachmittag alle 2 Wochen: Traumareisegruppe Austausch und Forschung mit Anmeldung unter orga@heilkunst-initiative.de
Looking back at 2025 – a year of stabilization and development
At the beginning of 2025, we faced the crucial task of placing the Association for the Promotion of Naturopathic Medicine, from which our _initiative der heilenden kunsts (initiative of the healing arts) originated, on a new, solid, and sustainable footing in terms of content, finances, and structure.
Through a participatory realignment, sociocratic principles began to take root at several levels.
Working groups for maintenance, administration, advertising, services, and energy were established, linked by a weekly Coordination Circle (KoCircle).
After jointly clarifying the framework, roles, and responsibilities, the working groups were able to operate with increasing autonomy.
To attract new members, we invited interested individuals to a shared lunch on Tuesdays before the KoCircle meeting; once a month, the KoCircle opened its doors to newcomers. Themed evenings – including those on communication and roles – fostered transparency and exchange.
Construction and activity days also involved the neighborhood: parquet flooring was laid, windows were repaired, rooms were painted, things were fixed, and several clean-up events were organized.
The focus was on further developing a diverse and accessible educational and learning landscape centered around health and naturopathy:
Taketina, singing circles, Zen meditation
Thai Qi, Qi Gong, nutritional counseling
Healing process and resource circles
Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
Yoga teacher training (Levels 1 & 2)
Art therapy intervision
and more
In addition, numerous workshops, courses, and individual events took place – often in collaboration to closely align the offerings with the association’s goals. Furthermore, there were lectures, seminars, and advanced training courses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), homeopathy, kinesiology, Qi Gong, and trauma-sensitive dance therapy.
A special format was the „Culture Kitchen“:
A space for exchanging ideas about healing topics, combined with shared, healthy food (e.g., according to Traditional Chinese Medicine or Ayurveda), open to diverse people and perspectives.
The low-threshold offerings, such as solidarity massage and sexological bodywork, were expanded throughout the year. Open massage learning groups—for beginners as well as experienced practitioners—created a vibrant space for touch, learning, exchange, and shared growth.
Public Outreach & Community
During Mental Health Week, the association opened its doors to neighbors and interested individuals, offering free workshops, a potluck buffet, and herbal tea blends.
The initiative was also present at the Bethanienplatz Summer Festival with an information booth and workshops.
At the end of the year, we consciously came together as a community once again:
We cooked, baked, made music, and sang together in the large kitchen – a lovely, joyful, and festive celebration of what we have grown. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make it happen!
Looking Ahead to 2026 – Reflection and Reorientation
In the next newsletter, we will report on our plans for the new year. We wish you healing experiences on all levels of your being. And peace for all beings.
Get Involved & Help Shape the Future
We invite you to be part of this process:
with your perspectives, questions, ideas, and your commitment.
More insights: www.heilkunst-initiative.de
Instagram: @ini.heilkunst
Telegram: initiative der heilenden künste 🐉
Warm regards,
Your Initiative of the Healing Arts
Bethanien South Wing, 3rd Floor, Mariannenplatz 2a, 10997 Berlin
