upcoming events
Digital Open House @ The Network of Women
Wednesday, june 5 at 6 PM EST
Membership opens quarterly at The NoW and we’d love to have you join our family. As our beautiful global community continues to expand we have several new additions to announce! Come learn what makes The Network of Women so special and the many benefits of a NoW membership. If you are looking to connect and learn from other women and be inspired to take action in your own life The NoW can help! We provide our members the tools, resources, support and community for those positive shifts and expansion to occur.
Beauty & Bonding IRL at Beautycounter in SoHo
Thursday, june 15 @ 6 pm est
Join us for a private shopping and bonding experience at Beautycounter in SoHo with Sarah O'Brien Hammond, CEO of The NoW NYC and Dr. Anna Barbieri, MD, a board-certified gynecologist and integrative medicine physician. Dr. Barbieri will share more about how to avoid "endocrine disruptors" that can have detrimental impacts to our health and hormones.
Come try all their amazing products while connecting with some phenomenal women. We are excited for you to experience this clean, non toxic brand who is a leader in this space and doing tons of work to make the beauty industry safer for us all. Come see why Anna and I reccomend Beautycounter for you and your family. There will be raffle prizes and give aways, too!
Previous Events
Next Level Networking
We like to take the 'work' out of networking and just make it fun AND beneficial. In this power hour there will be multiple opportunities to connect 1:1 with some phenomenal women. We will also provide direction, prompts and questions that will allow for smooth, effective and fun conversations. We will also share a number of tips and tricks that will make you a master networker! Start thinking about your ask NoW! What would be helpful for you? An introduction, a resource, a collaboration? Remember, the person you connect with might not be the one to deliver your ask but could be the conduit TO your ask!
Moving with Intention in 2023 — Living a Conscious and Awakened Life to Achieve all You Desire
We can get caught up with New Year's resolutions or goal setting without stopping to reflect on what we truly want from life and how to achieve it. In this 60 minute workshop Sarah O'Brien Hammond will provide you the space to truly reflect and get curious about your intentions and vision for this year and beyond. Through mindfulness, dreaming and visioning you will unlock the joy and possibility that lies ahead for you.
Holiday IRL wellness meetup at prtl🎁
We are super excited to gather, connect and heal IRL. PRTL is a wellness and recovery oasis you will find hard to leave. Their mission, similar to The NoW's, is to recharge your body and mind for optimal performance. They provide a one-stop shop for recovery and overall physical and mental wellness at their Chelsea flagship.
Our member socials are casual meetups with free flowing conversation. As always, our goal is to connect with other members, learn something new and leave feeling inspired to take action in your own life! We are confident you will achieve all three this evening! We can't wait to see you!
Three Tips to finding Work that Fuels you — Finding your dream career
Are you in a job that doesn’t serve you, but have no idea what you want to do next?
Are you in a company you love, but the wrong job and don’t know how to get out?
Are you a woman looking to reenter the workforce after taking some time off and have no idea what direction to head?
Figuring out what you want to be when you grow up, gaining the confidence to go after it, and designing a road map to getting there isn’t easy. In this 60 minute interactive workshop, we will cover three tips you can implement immediately that will provide you some direction, motivation and inspiration to find a role that truly serves you. We will also reserve time to do some networking so you can actively expand your network which is a critical piece to this whole process. Spread the word! We want to support as many people as possible to find and land their dream role.
Intentional Networking — The Key to Success
Expanding our networks (aka networking) truly is the key to success! 🙌
You must be in the room to make it happen! 👏
💥 How to be a better networker.
💥 Some tips and tricks to make it less awkward.
💥 How to start a conversation and END a conversation.
💥 How to get the most out of networking events.
AND, you will be able to put your learnings into practice with plenty of networking time during the event. Come meet some amazing women and leave with some amazing takeaways! Let's get our networking on!
NoW Talks
We couldn't be more excited to announce our NoW Talks speakers Shannon Wyant and Susie Raisch to the stage on October 9th. We find story telling to be one of the most healing modalities. Not only is it healing for the speaker but can be equally as healing for the receiver. Everyone's story is important to share and we can't wait for our two NoW members to take center stage and share their stories. We look forward to learning more about them and ourselves as we watch the magic unfold in these up to 18 minute talks.
open House at THE NETWORK OF WOMEN
Membership opens quarterly at The NoW and we’d love to have you join our family. As our beautiful global community continues to expand we have several new additions to announce! Come learn what makes The Network of Women so special and the many benefits of a NoW membership. If you are looking for a safe and judgement free space to make positive shifts and find expansion in your life The NoW is the perfect place for you. We provide our members a container in which to learn, connect and be inspired to take action in their own lives. We offer digital programming and IRL events throughout the year!
Success without Sacrifice, Free Masterclass
Success can be achieved many different ways. You don't need to take the path that requires sacrifice. I am here to support you in living a more peaceful, aligned and successful life...without sacrifice.
Soulful Selling — Your Gateway to a 6+ Figure Business
Sales doesn't have to feel icky. In fact it can feel really damn good if done right!
Ellie Aaron will share how she's closed over 7 figures in sales (as have her clients) with her Soulful Sales Approach. This workshop will cover How to close more deals! Sell with confidence! Generate more income authentically! AND there is nothing icky about it!
Embody, Empower, Engage — A Sensual Movement Experience
As women we are not encouraged to tap into our sensuality and we want to change that!
Sensuality is a powerful life force that helps us connect deeper with ourselves and others. It allows us to fully appreciate and love our bodies which is not always easy. It is a beautiful self care ritual. This class will be live streamed from The Loft @ Lululemon in SoHo, our Host.
Entrepreneur Mastermind
As an entrepreneur you understand how much goes into getting a business off the group and running. There is so much to think about (marketing, sales, systems, branding, revenue streams, billing, etc..) that it can be, at times, overwhelming. There is great benefit to getting out of our own heads and learning from others. We’ve created this group to do just that. We will gather to share, brainstorm and learn from one another on various business topics. All entrepreneurs (and wantrepreneurs) are welcomed regardless of the maturity of your business. Member only event.
Awaken Your Personal Power — Reiki Circle and Fundraiser for Ukrainian Families
Are you struggling with self-acceptance, self-worth and self-confidence? Do you find it difficult to set and maintain healthy boundaries with your family, friends and colleagues? Do you feel stuck in your career or relationship? These are all signs of a blocked solar plexus chakra.
Learn how Reiki can open and activate your third chakra (manipura) in our first Reiki circle with Heather Schultz Gittens (Founder & Owner of Huh Healing Hub and a Certified Usui Reiki Master). This session includes a solar plexus chakra meditation, writing prompts to access your personal power and release limiting beliefs, and group Reiki healing. Each participant will receive a citrine stone. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.
A portion of the proceeds will go to Together Rising to directly support Ukrainian families.
Key Systems for a Successful Business
As a business owner and entrepreneur the systems you have in place (or don't) can truly make or break the success of your company. There is so much to think about (marketing, sales, branding, revenue streams, accounting, billing, etc..) that it can be, at times, truly overwhelming. Stephanie Koch, founder of Flourish Advisory, understands that stressor and is here to help. Prior to launching her own company, Stephanie held multiple in-house senior positions in operations and strategy. She has intimate experience with running successful companies and knows the systems one must have in place in order to achieve that success. Stephanie joins us at The NoW to share further insight into the necessary systems we must have in place in order to achieve success and how best to position your infrastructure to sustain that success. There will be plenty of time for Q&A for all questions pertaining to your own businesses! Member only event.
Now Talks
We couldn't be more excited to announce our monthly NoW Talks. We find story telling to be one of the most healing modalities. Not only is it healing for the speaker but can be equally as healing for the receiver. Everyone's story is important to share and we can't wait for our two NoW members to take center stage and share their stories. We look forward to learning more about them and ourselves as we watch the magic unfold in these up to 18 minute talks.
Goal Setting with the sky in mind
Your year has begun, you have big plans, goals you want to reach, and dreams you wish to manifest. In your visioning, planning and goal setting, did you consider the sky? Are you starting new projects at new moon? Reviewing progress and acknowledging achievements at full moon? Mercury Retrograde, are you forewarned and allowing, or will Mercury be messing with your plans? Eclipse Season, is it possible to open to magical alignment and re-visioning, or will the eclipses create chaos? Astro-events shift and align energy throughout the year. Each month we have the opportunities of our new and full moon. And throughout the year different planets are shifting signs, going retrograde, or aligning with eclipse energy. If you take the sky moves into account you can align your year with the astro moves that will support you, rather than block you. In this workshop, Debra, creator of Big Life Magic will share the must-know astro moves of 2022 and together we will align your year with the sky in mind.
Meditation & Sound Bath by Heal Good Collective
Join us for a deeply restorative experience to shift your energy and shift your life with the founders of Heal Good Collective. Ashley will be guiding meditation and breathwork, while Lynée activates energy healing through the use of crystal singing bowls and various calming instruments. This is a complimentary public offering.
Fireside Chat w. Amy Chin, Cannabis Enthusiast & Founder of Calm Better Days
If we told you there was a 100% natural, safe and legal product that treats stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, pain and so much more would you want to get your hands on it? Yes, us, too. Join us for a fireside chat with Amy Chin , Founder of Calm Better Days, as we discuss all things CBD (cannabidiol). We'll cover what exactly is CBD, is it legal, how do you take it, how much do you take, how does it help and so much more!
Using Boundaries to Make Room for Self Prioritization AND Generosity
A big issue with boundaries is that so many of us are naturally generous. We WANT to give! And then, all of a sudden, we've taken on too much, we're overwhelmed and life just feels heavy. If I told you that you could use boundaries for both self-prioritization AND generosity - would you believe me? In this hour, I'll show you how it's true and have you thinking about your boundaries and your ability to give like never before!
Healing Our Relationship With Our Bodies
Our relationship with our bodies can be complicated and while many of us experience this, the topic is rarely discussed. We are excited to welcome fellow member Ashley McHan, a Mind-body Psychotherapist, to lead us in this important conversation on Healing Our Relationship With Our Bodies.
Goal Setting Course Info Session
Do you want more from life? Want to play bigger? Have greater financial freedom? Experience more adventure, joy, happiness? Have a deeper connection to yourself and others? Our goal setting course can help you get there! Through six interactive modules we will help you identify your goals, and create a personal plan with actionable steps to help you achieve them. Join us on December 21st to learn more about this amazing course and how to make 2022 your best year yet. Members sign up in Mighty Networks!
Sip & Share @ The NoW — Unbound by Tarana Burke
From the founder and activist behind one of the largest movements of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, the "me too" movement, Tarana Burke debuts a powerful memoir about her own journey to saying those two simple yet infinitely powerful words―me too―and how she brought empathy back to an entire generation in one of the largest cultural events in American history. This book is about liberation and we feel every woman can relate to Tarana in some way. We are so excited to discuss this with all of you!
Barre & Beauty — A workout + conversation
Join us December 3rd for Barre & Beauty led by fellow member Lauren Chiarello Mika Founder of Chi Chi Life. Lauren will lead us in a 30-minute barre class followed by a 30 minute conversation on implementing clean beauty into our lives. Release powerful endorphins to boost your energy and learn how to use safer products. 'Tis the season...Lauren can also help you finish up any holiday shopping needs!
Self love & Kindness Meditation
Join NoW member Stephanie Lewis , Founder of LiveWellFlow for a midday meditation. No prior meditation experience necessary. Your body, mind and soul will thank you for the respite!
What Women Deserve: A New Narrative Supporting Our Physical, Mental & Emotional Well being
Growing and developing as a woman is a process that impacts us all, so why is it so rarely discussed? What we do hear however, loud and clear, is society's message that women are expected to maintain their youth and physique at any expense. What we don't hear are the necessary conversations that run deeper. How do we truly listen to, and support, our bodies, minds and souls as we navigate life's stages? How do we welcome this beautiful journey vs resisting it, as we are taught to do? Join us for this in person panel discussion as Dr. Kathleen Leninger, Dr. Amanda Zayde and our very own Wendy Winn share tips and resources on how best to support our bodies, minds and souls today and into the future.
Fall Awakening - A now Retreat experience
It is time…you deserve a break. Join us for a curated weekend of total self care and awakening. The only thing you have to worry about is getting yourself there! The weekend will be filled with healthy, clean, delicious food, activities to move the mind and body, conversations and plenty of down time for you to rest and relax. You will leave this weekend refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to end the year strong.
Soul Fit Theory Workout - Yoga + Mindfulness + Strength + Cardio
SFT is a 60-minute fun, varied, technology-assisted program that combines strength work, metabolic conditioning and yoga. Created by fellow member Cindy Luzcando Herron , SFT is a holistic approach to your physical and mental well-being. With most programs and gyms focusing solely on one aspect-- condition and aesthetics of the body, SFT recognizes the body is a physical representation of your emotional/mental well-being and they work on all of you! All levels encouraged! Member only event.
Women & Financial Empowerment; Fundamentals of Finance Every Woman Should Know
Today’s women manage careers, raise children and manage homes but often do not have time/ focus to work on their financial security. Whether you are a generation X, Y, or Z; self-employed or otherwise, it is important to learn the fundamentals and get involved in taking charge of your financial future. In this session, you will learn about the five fundamental planning areas to feel financially empowered. You will also learn to use the tools necessary to get started or confirm if you are at the right place in your life.
New York City IRL Member Social
It's here! For those of you in New York City we are gathering, in person, for this month's Member Social. We are excited to gather at Fics, an amazing partner to The NoW. Fics is a wellness oasis you will find hard to leave. Their mission, similar to The NoW's, is to recharge your body and mind for optimal performance. They provide a one-stop shop for recovery and overall physical and mental wellness at their Chelsea flagship. Our member socials are casual meetups with free flowing conversation. As always, our goal is to connect with other members, learn something new and leave feeling inspired to take action in your own life! We are confident you will achieve all three this evening! We can't wait to see you!
Creating an Explicitly Gender Inclusive Environment
Language is fluid, as is gender. The way we use or don't use language can let people know they are welcome, or feel alienating to others. We are excited to offer space to explore our individual entry into this in a way that will ground you for these conversations while shedding more light on how language can be used to create inclusive environments. You will away from this conversation learning: Why language matters and how you can make a difference; The difference between gender, sex and sexuality;The way your own identity and story can help you navigate what is an ever-changing space. This is an open conversation and we hope you will join and share in the dialogue!
GROUP
Group is a space to speak truths out loud and be witnessed with love, compassion and non-judgment. In a world of increasing disconnection and loneliness, Group is an opportunity to experience intentional community, where we have the permission, conditions and support to connect deeply with other human beings and yourself. First, a circle of trust is created and the possibility explored that revealing ourselves is the path to being known and loved by others. We break down the fears and self-limiting beliefs that prevent us from accessing true and meaningful connection. Next, you will be invited to share based on prompts and facilitated exercises. This is where the magic happens. If you are looking for a place to share what’s on your mind and in your heart, we’ve got you. If you’re prepared to enter into this space with an open heart and to show up honestly for yourself and others, join us. Member only event.
open house at The network of women
Membership opens quarterly at The NoW and we’d love to have you join our family. As our beautiful global community continues to expand we have several new additions to announce! Come learn what makes The Network of Women so special and the many benefits of a NoW membership. If you are looking to make positive shifts and find expansion in your life The NoW can help! We provide our members a container in which to learn, connect and be inspired to take action in their own lives. We offer digital programming and IRL events throughout the year!
Sip & Share Book Club - Atomic habits
Grab the book (we do audible) and let's come together to discuss this powerful selection. This book has been a game changer for so many. James Clear shares how small habits can have massive impacts and benefit people beyond belief. He focuses on the science of habit formation, behavior change, continuous improvement, and human potential. In other words, he gives us the tools to create habits that massively benefit us in living our best life. If you are looking to break bad habits or just include healthier ones, this book is for you.
NoW Talks
We couldn't be more excited to announce our monthly NoW Talks. We find story telling to be one of the best healing modalities. Not only is it healing for the speaker but can be equally as healing for the receiver. Everyone's story is important to share and we can't wait for our NoW members to take center stage and share their stories with each other. We look forward to learning even more about each other and watching the magic unfold in these 18 minute talks.
The Network of Women’s Quarterly Member Meetup
Join us for an evening of connection and conversation with your fellow NoW members. Our quarterly members only meet up is an opportunity to meet new members and expand your network. Our purpose, as always, is to connect with other bad ass women, learn from one another and leave feeling inspired. You are guaranteed to check all three boxes attending this event! Hope to see you there!
Stories that Stick - Applying Neuroscience to Your Storytelling
In business, it is important to know how to share your story. In fact, it is recommended to have a few stories up your sleeve! But, how do you know which story to share? And once you have identified the story, how can you share it in a way that creates connection, action, and results? For we all want that in business! Neuroscience has evidence on why we LOVE stories, and why they are one of our greatest tools for creating connections. Stories invite all our senses and activate all corners of our minds and imagination. AND MORE. We all know the joy of listening to a great story. Sharing a great story is one of the most effective ways to create fast and effective connections--especially online. But, do you know what is happening inside the brain of your listener? Science now proves that a thrilling story is a catalyst for powerful responses in your listener's brain. These responses can change outcomes, drive sales, and create powerful social bonds. Join Debra Driscoll from Fearless Communicators for this workshop to learn about the science of stories, refresh your story craft, and understand why it's important to construct a story that connects. Step forward with your story!
Cleansing & Clearing Your Energy from External Toxicity
Protecting our energy can be difficult. We are not only exposed to environmental toxins but also a great deal of negative energy throughout our day as well. If we aren’t careful we can hold on to that energy and then possibly pass it on to someone else. Fortunately, there are various practices and good energy hygiene that can help us cleanse negative energy and prevent the spread to others. We are excited to welcome Nikki Gomez back to The NoW to help us navigate this tricky, yet very important terrain.
How To Increase Your Connection With Fellow Members
Connection is everything to us at The NoW and we want to make sure you have the necessary tools and resources to easily connect with your fellow NoW sisters. In this session, Founder Sarah O'Brien Hammond, will share how to connect with fellow members at online and in person events as well as how to get the most out of our online platform, Might Networks. She will share some key networking tips that will ease your anxiety and eliminate the awkwardness that typically comes with networking. This is session you don't want to miss! Let's keep the connections going!
Conscious Consumption — drinking mindfully
We live in a world surrounded by alcohol. Rarely do we attend an event that doesn't include alcohol. Births, deaths, weddings, holidays, company outings, etc.. Really any celebration or gathering almost always includes alcohol. And most of us have just assumed that way of life without giving it much thought. Tonight we gather to get a bit more intentional on how, when and why we drink or choose not to drink. You will hear from members who have chosen to go against the grain, how they navigate a world obsessed with alcohol and how it has positively impacted their lives. Chef Keesha O'Galdez, along with our other members, will share some of their favorite mocktail recipes for you to try at home!
Traveling in a Post Pandemic World — Questions & Answers from Travel Industry insider
We all want to know…what can we expect in a post covid travel world? How has this pandemic affected where and how we travel and what must we know before we book our next vacation? Belkys Pastor, Founder of Distinct Vacations, and Travel Industry Expert, will share some key tips and trends on travel and location allowing us to get back in the air or on the road with less anxiety and stress.
The Time is NOW…Resetting the Rules on Time and Self-Leadership
The Summer of ’21 hallmarks a bespoke and defining moment. After 16 months of pandemic adjustments, you now get to choose anew, driving a recalibrated menu of options and opportunities both personally and professionally. Time management is choice management. Join us for an interactive and meaningful conversation that will shift your perspectives on how you lead your time, define your boundaries, and empower and elevate your daily energy. Get ready, you will be making bold new decisions on creating time in your life, and in enabling the boundaries and rules that support a life and a business that you love!
The Many Healing Properties of CBD
With the world opening back up many people are experiencing high levels of stress and anxiety. Whether it is related to re-entering the post pandemic world or the uncertainty of our future people are struggling. Amy Chin, Founder of Calm Better Days, joins us to discuss how CBD can support us through this transition and beyond. She will cover the basics of CBD and the many healing options available to you. Knowing the basics is essential to maximizing your CBD results so you can feel the calm better ahead.
Chair Yoga Series
Designed for those who sit for most of the day, this unique approach to yoga will help release stress and tension in your body and mind. We utilize your work-from-home space to guide you through accessible and effective seated and standing stretches which will rejuvenate you for the rest of your day. No yoga mat or experience required! All you need for class is a chair to sit in! We'll do both seated and standing poses, so a little room to the sides and back of your chair is ideal. Class is 30 minutes.
Sip & Share Book Club - The Warmth of Other Suns
Grab the book (we do audible) and let's come together to discuss this powerful selection. The Warmth of Other Suns is a sweeping and yet deeply personal tale of America's hidden 20th century history - the long and difficult trek of Southern blacks to the northern and western cities. This is an epic for all Americans who want to understand the making of our modern nation and truth behind the Great Migration.
A Series of Gratitude meditations
Join NoW member Stephanie, Founder of LiveWellFlow, for a series of meditations that will help you cultivate your practice of gratitude. Over four weeks Stephanie will guide the NoW community in a series of gratitude meditations. Each week will focus on a part of our life experience -- gratitude for the body, appreciating the simple things in life, connecting with our heart, and sharing our gratitude with others. Step away from the busyness of your day and join us for this time of connection with one another and one self.
The 7 Subtle Signs You’re Shrinking Yourself and What To Do About Them
When we don’t want to come across as too confident, too bossy, too difficult, or too much, we often shrink, hide, or censor ourselves. These habits are subtle and we may not even realize we’re doing them. However, everyone else can feel it because the energy we’re giving off speaks for itself. In this hour long interactive workshop you will learn to identify the triggers that cause you to shrink, cultivate self-awareness and recognize when you're holding yourself back and change your behaviors and show up more confidently.
Celebrating & Amplifying Asian American and Pacific Islander Voices -- A Panel Discussion
Sharing one's story has profound impacts on both the storyteller and the receiver. It is often where empathy and allyship are born. Learning one's experiences, hardships and struggles provides perspective, helps us understand others and brings us closer together. In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month we've assembled an extraordinary panel of women who will share their stories and experiences with us. We look forward to supporting and learning from these amazing women. Join us. This is a public womxn only event.
Elevate Your Brand With Visibility & Style - Essential Steps to Plan a Powerful Brand Photoshoot
Staying visible and standing out is more important than ever! The competition for virtual real estate is fierce so having images that speak louder than words to convey your brand image and personality in an authentic way is essential so you can connect with your audience and build trust. Putting all the puzzle pieces together for a photo shoot can feel overwhelming but members Rebecca Ryan & Aliya Thomas are here to help you Elevate Your Brand With Visibility & Style!
Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life
We are so excited to welcome Dr. Shai back to The NoW. Dr. Shai will shed more light on our hormonal journey while providing tips and tricks on how to navigate it with grace. She will highlight what the menstrual cycle looks like, the in balances that can occur and what symptoms can manifest. She will break down hormonal imbalance into electromagnetic and electrochemical energy, including environmental toxin exposure, stress/trauma and diet. She will share lifestyle implementations that can be easily made to improve your hormonal health.This is a great conversation for all.
Embody Divine Boldness
In this workshop you will learn the three step process to embody divine boldness in order to take courageous action towards whatever your beautiful heart desires. In this safe space you will connect first with yourself and your fellow courageous sisters through honest sharing. You will then experience an incredibly powerful somatic practice to rewire your nervous system in order to create safety while taking bold and brave action. Lastly, you will choose, share and commit to three small, imperfect action steps towards your chosen heart's desire.
The Art of Sensuous Living -- Part II
We have grown estranged from our sensing bodies that grant us with the palpable experience of earthy, rich aliveness. Priscilla guides women back into their sensuous selves through a multi-sensory meditative experience she calls Sensescapes. When we re-inhabit our bodies, we reestablish a deeper connection with ourselves, others and the wider world. From this place, we are able to stand in our power and live on-purpose with savored presence and pleasure. In this way, we become the leaders of our lives, living and expressing with a sense of wonder, depth, beauty & radiance. This way of being in the modern world, is what she calls The Art of Sensuous Living.
Group
Group is a space to speak truths out loud and be witnessed with love, compassion and non-judgment. In a world of increasing disconnection and loneliness, Group is an opportunity to experience intentional community, where we have the permission, conditions and support to connect deeply with other human beings and yourself. First, a circle of trust is created and the possibility explored that revealing ourselves is the path to being known and loved by others. We break down the fears and self-limiting beliefs that prevent us from accessing true and meaningful connection. Next, you will be invited to share based on prompts and facilitated exercises. This is where the magic happens. If you are looking for a place to share what’s on your mind and in your heart, we’ve got you. If you’re prepared to enter into this space with an open heart and to show up honestly for yourself and others, join us.
Mastering Time with Laurie Gerber
Is time not on your side? Or used to be…but now that you’re working remotely, or kids are home, or Instagram is suddenly insta-gratifying, your relationship to time might just need some “marriage” counseling?! Do your days feel like a battle to beat the clock, make deadlines, prioritize chores, and avoid tech distractions? Or, are you the opposite, being so productive you can’t possibly keep it up, and know a burnout is coming? If any of this rings true (and it's not your reminder alarm), join us in this workshop to discover simple and even, dare we say, fun solutions to help you master time, from wherever, whenever.
I Thought I was Eating Healthy...Reflections & Lessons from Our Nutrition Experts
Eating healthy can be tricky, overwhelming and frustrating if not given the right tools. Many of us are getting our information from varied sources and piecing it all together in hopes that we are doing it ‘right’. But unfortunately, that information isn't always accurate and it is causing many missteps along the way. That organic local granola that I thought was healthy has tons of hidden sugar in it. That kombucha with the live culture that is supposed to benefit me also has a ton of sugar bottled in there, too. Oh, and what about that protein powder that is supposed to be boosting my protein levels but only has 1/3 of protein/serving-- what fillers are in the remaining 2/3's? Uggh, I thought it was all healthy....
You aren't alone in this struggle. We are so excited to welcome four of our own nutrition experts who will share their stories and challenges and what led them to this work. You don't want to miss this informative event. You will walk away with many golden nuggets that will greatly improve your life.
Pilates Fusion
Join NoW member Lauren Chiarello Mika as she leads us in a 30 minute energizing workout. Pilates Fusion is a low-impact mindful movement class blending Pilates, Barre + Yoga. Arrive as you are. You'll leave feeling energized! Bring a mat + light weights if you have them.
Beginner's Guide to Tarot Cards with Sarah Beth
Are you curious about tarot cards? Interested in learning more about their meanings and how to read them? Member Sarah Beth Lambert will share her magic with us and it might just unlock direction and guidance in your own life!
Sarah Beth recommends the Smith-Waite Tarot Deck if you are interested in purchasing your own.
How to Grow an Engaged Community on Instagram
Instagram can be our worst enemy at times. As an entrepreneur all you want is an engaged audience who keeps coming back for more. But how does one do that? We are so thrilled to welcome Jessica Thiefels, author, IG slayer, podcaster and entrepreneur to The NoW where she will share all her Instagram secrets. Jessica will cover all things when and what to post and how to actively engage with your community. You will walk away from this session feeling so much more empowered to take action with your IG community.
A Series of Surrenders - NoW Meditation Series
Join Debra, creator of Big Life Magic, for a series of meditations that will help you to surrender, one breath at a time. Over four weeks Debra will guide the NoW community in a series of surrenders. Each week will focus on a part of our being; starting with our physical body, then shifting to the mental body, emotional body, and finishing with our spiritual body. When we surrender we release what we no longer need, we let go of what is not serving our growth, and we make space for MAGIC. Surrender with your sisters in NoW, one breath at a time.
The Art of Sensuous Living
We have grown estranged from our sensing bodies that grant us with the palpable experience of earthy, rich aliveness . Priscilla guides women back into their sensuous selves through a multi~sensory meditative experience she calls Sensescapes. When we reinhabit our bodies, we reestablish a deeper connection with ourselves, others and the wilder world. From this place, we are able to stand in our power and live on-purpose with savored presence and pleasure. In this way, we become the leaders of our lives, living and expressing with a sense of wonder, depth, beauty & radiance. This way of being in the modern world, is what she calls The Art of Sensuous Living.
Back Care Basics
A supportive back is a vital component to our body’s balance, coordination, and overall flow. This 30-minute class offers simple, effective ways to find relief from tension and integrate dynamic support and balance in your back so you can move through your day with more ease. This experiential class will include a guided awareness practice done lying down, movement explorations, basic anatomy, and an introduction to the Alexander Technique. No experience necessary.
INvesting 101- Becoming an Investor
The thought of investing can be terribly intimidating. There are so many gender stereotypes associated with investing that it isn't surprising that most women shy away from it. Anastasia Soloveva created Athena, a female-friendly educational platform that empowers women to take control of their finances by educating and navigating them through the complexities of the financial world. She will lead us in an hour long conversation on why women aren't investing as much as men, reasons to invest, exploring your investing goals, how to start investing and the risks associated. You will walk out so much more equipped to not only understand the financial markets but perhaps partake in them as well.
The NoW’s Sip & Share
Grab the book (we do audible) and let's come together to discuss this powerful selection. A striking and surprising debut novel from an exhilarating new voice, Such a Fun Age is a page-turning and big-hearted story about race and privilege, set around a young black babysitter, her well-intentioned employer, and a surprising connection that threatens to undo them both. With empathy and piercing social commentary, Such a Fun Age explores the stickiness of transactional relationships, what it means to make someone "family," and the complicated reality of being a grown up. It is a searing debut for our times.
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Reclaiming Your Power
Imposter syndrome is a phenomenon where high-achievers think they’re inadequate and incapable. It causes you to think you’re a fake or a fraud despite your accomplishments. Up to 50% of both men and women struggle with imposter syndrome weekly. Burnout, the most common consequence of imposter syndrome costs over $190 billion each year. It’s time to reclaim your power and overcome self-doubt.
The Network of Women’s Quarterly Member Meetup
Join us for an evening of connection and conversation with your fellow NoW members. Our quarterly members only meet up is an opportunity to meet new members and expand your network. Our purpose, as always, is to connect with other bad ass women, learn from one another and leave feeling inspired. You are guaranteed to check all three boxes attending this event! In order to attend event you must be a NoW member
The Network of Women’s Open House
Membership opens quarterly at The NoW and we’d love to have you join our family. As our beautiful global community continues to expand we have several new additions to announce! Come learn what makes The Network of Women so special and the many benefits of a NoW membership. If you are looking to make positive shifts in your life The NoW can help! We provide our members the tools, resources, support and community for those positive shifts to occur. Membership opens today!
soul fit theory workout
SFT is a 60-minute fun, varied, technology-assisted program that combines strength work, metabolic conditioning and yoga. Created by Cindy Luzcando-Herron, SFT is a holistic approach to your physical and mental well-being. With most programs and gyms focusing solely on one aspect-- condition and aesthetics of the body, SFT recognizes the body is a physical representation of your emotional/mental well-being and they work on all of you! Let's keep our sanity during this crazy time by releasing some endorphins and having fun!
Meditation & Sound Journey with Heal Good Collective Founders, Ashley & Lynée
Join us for a deep relaxation experience to restore your energy and reiterate the importance of self-care with the founders of Heal Good Collective. Ashley will be guiding restorative meditation and breathwork, while Lynée activates energy healing through the use of crystal singing bowls and various calming instruments.
Finding & Doing The Work You Love
So many of us are in search of our dream careers. A career that gives us purpose and fulfillment and allows us to make an impact on the world. Yet, despite greater educational, political, and employment opportunities, research shows that women are more unfulfilled today than they were 40 years ago!
Are you doing what you love, or have you strayed from your dream? Are you looking to get back on track?
Self Compassion Meditations
Join us for a midday self-compassion meditation led by Ashley Rose Howard, Founder of Heal Good Collective. No prior meditation experience necessary. Your body, mind and soul will thank you for the respite!
Reiki Healing Circle
Reiki has the power to help clear blocks, move stagnant energy and to replace it with vibrant energy that elevates our moods and heals our energetic field. This sensory experience balances your energetic centers also known as chakras. The clarity and awareness gained connects you to your energetic body and allows one to feel less stress, enhances learning and memory, promotes mental clarity, and physical and emotional healing. Join us for this powerful reiki circle with Simran Kaur.
Sip & Style
Let's bring back the joy of simply getting dressed and putting on real pants in 2021! Have you ever questioned your wardrobe choices or lack thereof? Ever feel you just aren't showing up how you really want the world to see you? Simply overwhelmed with options and how to pull it all together? If so, join Aliya Thomas, Founding NoW Member and Founder of Elevated Style by Aliya, for our first Sip & Style of 2021. Back by popular demand! Sip & Styles are fun and engaging virtual networking happy hours, created for the purpose to connect, inspire, and elevate each other and our own self image confidence. At the beginning of each Sip & Style a thoughtful themed question is revealed. There’s also an opportunity to bring your specific wardrobe questions to our industry style expert during the “Ask Aliya Anything!” portion. Think of speed dating, except with style coaching! Everyone is encouraged to wear at least ONE thing you LOVE.
Goal setting Course sneak peak
Are you ready to learn new behaviors and strategies that will allow you to reach all your goals in 2021? Are you ready to play big, step into and own your power and make it happen? You've come to the right place. Join Sarah O’Brien Hammond, Founder of The NoW, and learn more about her transformational Six Week Goal Setting & Roadmapping Course. Sarah’s goal setting methodology has enabled her to earn a multiple six figure salary, enjoy a rock solid relationship with her husband, develop a deeper connection with her daughters, cross the finish line of three Ironman triathlons, launch a successful company and so much more. We are excited to have you and share more about this transformational course and all that it offers.
Full Moon Magic
What are you inviting in and intending for 2021? Debra takes us on a magic journey under 2021's first full moon. She blends the moon magic of each phase with rituals and meditations as one journeys from new moon, through waxing, full & waning moon. We will invite the magic available under that first full moon and directly apply it to what you wish to transform in your life.The Moon shifts the ocean and the tides, forever in flow. Each cycle teaches us the balance of light and shadow, the time to grow, and the time to let go.
Perimenopause & Menopause — Real Talk with Real Answers
Why isn't anyone talking about perimenopause and menopause? Despite the fact that every woman goes through it society doesn't feel the need to make it common place to discuss. But we do! Join us as we welcome Elektra Health's founding physician, Dr. Anna Barbeiri, for a conversation about all things menopause. From what's actually happening in our body during the menopause transition to symptoms and ways to manage, Dr Barbieri will give us the real story and answer all our questions. Despite popular thought, one doesn't have to just 'grin and bear' this period. There are actual steps to prepare us for this transition and ease the process as a whole.
breathwork to relieve anxiety
We are excited to welcome Inward Breathwork to The NoW. Inward Breathwork will provide a private 30 minute online breathwork session to relieve anxiety. If you’ve ever struggled to implement a regular meditation practice, breathwork is an amazing alternative. It is one of the fastest ways to reduce anxiety, stress and the build up of feelings that can overwhelm and cause burn out. The results are felt right away.
Building Stress Resilience While Increasing Energy
2021 we are ready for you! This month is at The NoW we are focused on setting you up for a successful year ahead. We are excited to welcome three experts and fellow NoW members, Laurie Groff, Amy Chin and Renee Kennedy, who will share their expertise on various ways to ease stress and anxiety while increasing your stress resilience. These modalities will help you work through stress and anxiety as opposed to feeling paralyzed and/or stuck in place. Laurie, Amy and Renee will share tips on how to keep your energy high and exhaustion at bay.
Vinyasa Flow
Join Renee, fellow NoW member and founder of Yoga Connection LLC, for a vinyasa flow yoga class. We'll move through a gentle warm up, then work up a sweat by moving through a dynamic series of postures designed to strengthen and stretch your body and clear your mind. You'll leave class feeling energized yet grounded and ready to take on the rest of your day! Namaste.
SOULFIT THEORY workout CLASS
SFT is a 60-minute fun, varied, technology-assisted program that combines strength work, metabolic conditioning and yoga. Created by Cindy Luzcando-Herron, SFT is a holistic approach to your physical and mental well-being. With most programs and gyms focusing solely on one aspect-- condition and aesthetics of the body, SFT recognizes the body is a physical representation of your emotional/mental well-being and they work on all of you! Let's keep our sanity during this crazy time by releasing some endorphins and having fun with with one another!
How to Build & Nurture Community w Six Degrees Society Founder Emily Merrell
Join Sarah for a conversation with fellow community builder Emily Merrell, Founder of Six Degrees Society to learn how she grew her business through networking and community. We all recognize the importance of community especially during these unprecedented times. Emily will share what inspired her to start Six Degrees Society and some useful tips and pointers for those who may be interested in starting their own community. Grab your drink of choice and settle in for a fun, always engaging, interactive conversation.
THE NOW’S BOOK CLUB — READ, SIP & SHARE
We live in a world obsessed with drinking. We drink at baby showers and work events, brunch and book club, graduations and funerals. Yet no one ever questions alcohol’s ubiquity—in fact, the only thing ever questioned is why someone doesn’t drink. It is a qualifier for belonging and if you don’t imbibe, you are considered an anomaly. As a society, we are obsessed with health and wellness, yet we uphold alcohol as some kind of magic elixir, though it is anything but. When Holly Whitaker decided to seek help after one too many benders, she embarked on a journey that led not only to her own sobriety, but revealed the insidious role alcohol plays in our society and in the lives of women in particular. This book dives into far more than sobriety. Holly explores our upbringing, trauma and various healing modalities and a variety of self care practices. After reading this book, you will never look at alcohol the same.
Releasing Stress to Create More Ease in Your Life and More Time to do What You Love
Stressed out? Exhausted? Lacking energy? That’s a rhetorical question. It’s 2020. This year has been a LOT. Whether you are running your own business, working in corporate American or running a household you’ve likely found yourself exhausted, anxious, and overwhelmed more often than you care to admit. But what if we told you that all of that stress was actually a blessing in disguise? And that getting to the heart of it is the gateway to your greatest freedom and joy? Join NoW community member Kristen Kancler, Somatic Release and Rewiring Specialist, in this 75-minute interactive workshop. In it, you’ll discover the root cause of your stress and the 3 steps to break free so you can experience the ease and flow you desire in your life, and free up your time and energy for what you love.
Let's Get More Comfortable With Money -- Making it & Talking About It
Many of us run from money and negotiation conversations. It's awkward, laced with taboo and feels embarrassing. However, getting comfortable around negotiations and compensation discussions are a very important skill that many women need to learn. Instead of framing the conversation as a battle, we need to see the numbers discussion as a conversation where everyone can win. In this Salary Salon with Cynthia Medina Carson we will work to take the the taboo out of these conversations and share some basic best practices around making salary conversations work for us, not against us. We will walk through some research on this topic and open up the discussion for Q&As. This event will not be one to miss!
The Network of Women’s Virtual Holiday Pop-up
Join us for a fun evening of virtual shopping while supporting your fellow female founders at The Network of Women. Come learn more about their services and products and get an early start on your holiday shopping. There is nothing better than shopping locally and supporting a small business run by a female founder. We guarantee you will leave with lots of great holiday gift ideas.
The Network of Women’s Quarterly Member Meetup
Join us for an evening of connection and conversation with your fellow NoW members. Our quarterly members only meet up is an opportunity to meet new members and expand your network. Our purpose, as always, is to connect with other bad ass women, learn from one another and leave feeling inspired. You are guaranteed to check all three boxes attending this event! In order to attend event you must be a NoW member. Join here.
Promoting Your Brand and Growing Your Business with Instagram
Do you have a love/hate relationship with IG? Know that it has the power to help promote your brand and drive business but have no real clue or plan on how to use it? Well, you certainly aren't alone. Join us as we we welcome two power house social media experts who will provide us strategies and ideas that delivers results and make IG a bit less intimidating. Anneliese Gartner is the co-founder and CEO of Apto Media. Apto Media helps new entrepreneurs find their brand voice, build their business foundation, and market effectively through Branding, Marketing, and Production Services. Shakivla Todd is the Marketing Associate at IFundWomen. She helps entrepreneurs define and maintain a consistent and authentic presence on social media. Her superpower is bringing the human back into your brand to help you win! We are so exited to learn from these two amazing women and see your business benefit as a result of it.
DON’T STOP BELIEVIN': HOW RITUALS TURN EVERYDAY ROUTINES INTO WORKPLACE MAGIC
Erica Keswin, bestselling author of Bring Your Human to Work, has discovered that rituals are the tools of the human workplace (and really life in general!). Her most recent keynote offers a streamlined version of her next book called Rituals Roadmap: The Human Way to Transform Everyday Routines Into Workplace Magic. In this down-to-earth, actionable keynote, Keswin shares the science and stories of rituals at work. Using examples from Harvard researchers and some of the most successful companies in the world, she describes how to ritualize the way we take breaks, eat, celebrate, and meet. Simply by being intentional we can turn everyday routines into workplace magic, and it doesn’t have to cost a penny. And not only are rituals still relevant in our Covid world, but they’re more important than ever. This conversation will teach you the simple formula, the Three P’s of Rituals: how Psychological Safety + Purpose = enhanced Performance.
Barre with Lauren
Join Lauren Chiarello Mika, community member and founder of Chi Chi Life, for an energizing, low-impact 30 minute Pilates Barre Fusion class. Come enjoy a midday boost with a group of amazing women that will leave you feeling energized and ready to tackle the rest of the day.
BFF: Building Fearless Friendships
Fostering long-lasting, couldn’t-live-without, friendships is a skill you can learn. If you’re longing to bring a whole new level of intimacy to your friendships, you’ve come to the right place. Join us as we welcome Laurie Gerber, Head Life Coach of The Handel Group, for this 90-minute interactive workshop and learn how to design friendships that deeply matter to you. This workshop will provide us the keys to having close connections, identifying your values when it comes to friendship and the tools necessary to create a culture of honesty and intimacy in your friendships. Are you ready to dive deeper into existing friendships and/or create new ones that will better serve you?
The life changing benefits of feng shui
Are you looking for more wealth and abundance in your life? Perhaps seeking love or romance? Looking to be healthier or enhance your spirituality? Join us as we welcome Intuitive Feng Shui Healer Nitu Patel. Nitu will she share the secrets of Feng Shui and how she inspires positive changes and harmonious living through balanced environments. She will teach us how to manipulate energy in our homes and attract more love, money, and happiness into our lives. This is an event you don’t want to miss.
Cocktails, Conversation & Connection: turning zoom fatigue into zoom fun
Join us for a new and innovative networking experience with Personal Stylist, Tania Sterl, Founder of Sterl on Style and Community Creator and Recruiter, Sarah O'Brien Hammond, Founder of The Network of Women. You will learn styling tips from Tania on how to "shine online," and Sarah will show you how to navigate this new virtual landscape in a creative and impactful way. It will be a fun, interactive evening.
New Member Monthly Kick Off
Each month we hold this space for our new members. We will share a bit more about our Community, mission and how we work so you can get the most out of your membership. We provide time for our members to meet one another and share what they are working toward. We are all working toward something and are here to support you along your journey.
How to be an intentional virtual networker and avoid burnout
If you are expecting different results by doing the same behavior we all know what that is…insanity. The same is true with networking. If you are expecting different results you have to put yourself in new environments, with new people for new opportunities to present themselves. Yes, that means you have to exit your comfort zone which is, as we all know, where our greatest growth occurs. And here is a bonus, networking doesn’t have to be so awkward if done right. Learn from a networking expert where and how to network and how to navigate this virtual networking world we are in. You will be amazed how differently your experience will be and how much more you will get out of it!
Sip & Style w. Elevated Style by Aliya
Ever question your wardrobe choices or just feel overwhelmed with options? Looking to transition into a new job or career and want to show up looking more “the part”? Join us, as we welcome back Aliya Thomas, NoW Member and Founder of Elevated Style by Aliya, for our first Sip & Style! Sip & Styles are a curated virtual networking happy hour, created for the purpose to connect, inspire, and elevate each other and our own self image confidence. There will also be time to “Ask Aliya Anything!” where you can get your most pressing style questions answered. Think of speed dating, except with style coaching! Everyone is encouraged to wear at least ONE thing you love.
Group
Group is a space to speak truths out loud and be witnessed with love, compassion and non-judgment. In a world of increasing disconnection and loneliness, Group is an opportunity to experience intentional community, where we have the permission, conditions and support to connect deeply with other human beings and yourself. First, a circle of trust is created and the possibility explored that revealing ourselves is the path to being known and loved by others. We break down the fears and self-limiting beliefs that prevent us from accessing true and meaningful connection. Next, you will be invited to share based on prompts and facilitated exercises. This is where the magic happens. If you are looking for a place to share what’s on your mind and in your heart, we’ve got you. If you’re prepared to enter into this space with an open heart and to show up honestly for yourself and others, join us.
Coaching Yourself Through An Unstable 2020
2020 has been a doozy -- we can all agree. While life's future is always unknown, this takes it to a whole new level. The certainty of going to the office, or dropping your kids off at school is no longer a certainty in 2020. This leaves many of us very unsettled. To help us navigate these uncertain times we are relieved to welcome Helen Krug von Nidda, Founder of With Helen, to the NoW. Helen will lead us in an interactive and research-based coaching session to help activate our life and career readiness.
THE NOW’S BOOK CLUB — READ, SIP & SHARE
Join us for a very special Sip & Share with special guest, author Mira Ptacin! ‘They believed they would live forever,’ So begins Mira Ptacin’s haunting account of the women of Camp Etna—an otherworldly community in the woods of Maine that has, since 1876, played host to generations of Spiritualists and mediums dedicated to preserving the links between the mortal realm and the afterlife.
Love in Quarantine
Quarantine has presented its fair share of challenges — especially in the relationship department. It has been equally as difficult on couples, as it has been for those looking for partners, during this time. On September 22nd @ 6pm we welcome Melissa Thoen, LCSW, a Couples and Sex therapist to The Network of Women. Melissa will share what she has learned from her work with individuals and couples over the past months in quarantine. We will chat about why many people have come to have major life revelations and what you can do if you are one of them.
a woman’s guide to whiskey (and tasting)
Are you in the dark when it comes to whiskey, bourbon and rye? Smokey, dry, big, subtle, rich? Us, too, which is why we called in the big guns to help a girl out. Dana Zeller is a woman who knows her whiskey. Dana will walk us through a whiskey tasting and bring us up to speed on all things whiskey, bourbon and rye. We will even learn to make a classic whiskey cocktail so you can really impress folks at your next cocktail party! Your ticket includes a flight of whiskey to taste throughout the workshop.
The Balancing Act: Building Your Community from scratch
Join The Network of Women X Six Degrees Society as we discuss creating community. In this workshop you’ll learn what inspired Sarah, the Founder of The Network of Women, to create her community and the tools and inspiration to start your own! This two hour workshop starts with a curated networking opportunity (you will be set up with two curated matches spending 15 minutes with each person) followed by an interactive workshop. We can’t wait to share all our tips and learned experiences with you all!
Strength & Stretch with Natalie Bridges
Join us September 11th @ 12pm on IG Live for a Strength & Stretch with community member Natalie Bridges. Flowing through sun salutations and core strengthening poses this class will transition through moments of strength, stillness and stretch. We hold this space to allow for inward reflection, outer endurance and physical gratitude. All levels welcome. This is a class for everyone! Come move with us. Your body will thank you later!
Learn How a Holistic Pediatrician Protects Her Family's Immunity and the five things you can do today for a healthier tomorrow
Join us on IGTV Live as Holistic Pediatrician, Dr. Nelli Gluzman shares how she keeps her family healthy during this time. As we prepare to enter back into the workplace and our children head off to school we must ensure our family’s immune systems are strong and healthy. Dr. Gluzman will provide us tips she uses with her own family as well as specific products you can be adding to your family’s diet today for a healthier tomorrow! You don’t want to miss this!
An evening of dreaming and designing your Vision
Are you ready to design a life that truly serves you? Us, too! Sarah O’Brien Hammond, Founder of The Network of Women, will lead us in an evening of reflecting, planning and manifesting the life you so rightfully deserve to be living. If you can’t see it, you can’t be it! We will talk dreams and goals and create an illustration of the life you were born to step into. We weren’t put on this planet to be mediocre and deserve to be truly happy in all areas of our lives, personally and professionally. We have this unique opportunity right now to recreate what we want and we will not let it pass us by. If you are ready to dream BIG and go after those dreams you don’t want to miss this event!
The 3H’s Guide to: Love, Sex and Dating (yes, even in a pandemic)
Whether you’re looking for a relationship or simply to have fun, this workshop will teach you how to get honest, free, and unabashed about what you want when it comes to love, sex and dating. The 3H’s (Head, Heart, and Hoo-Ha) Guide is a cut-to-the-chase (albeit, slightly crass!) coaching methodology that will help you better navigate the dating world and rock out your first few dates. Ready? Laurie Gerber, Life Coach and relationship expert, will teach you to recognize your three inner voices when it comes to dating (Head, Heart, and Hoo-Ha), learn what is most important to each of your 3H’s, figure out which of the H’s you typically sell out on, put an end to self sabotaging dating patterns and design an “outside-the-box” dating plan that inspires you and creates the right you want! Whether you’re ready for the real thing, or just a fling, this is the no B.S. workshop to help make your love dreams come true.
Managing Covid — a mom to mom candid conversation
The last five months have been challenging to say the least. So many emotions -- worry, anxiety, fear, frustration, sadness and the list goes on. We are not only struggling with the day to day impacts Covid has on our children but the long term implication as well. Unfortunately, there are very few places for moms to gather to discuss our feelings and brainstorm ways to forge forward. There is power and healing when women gather and share and we can't wait for that exchange on Thursday, August 20th @ noon. Come join me and Joy Altimare as we discuss managing Covid as a parent -- a candid mom to mom conversation. We gather to share, learn and leave feeling a bit more inspired than when we arrived.
Self-Care Practices for the Digital Age
I’m sure you know it well. That calming, comforting coming-back-home feeling. It has a purpose. It has a name. Self-care. Self-care is a practice most of us are familiar with, but rarely make time for. How are you taking care of yourself now? We’re spending more time than ever on digital platforms and screen fatigue is REAL. Ashley Rose Howard, Mindfulness Expert and Co-Founder of HEAL GOOD COLLECTIVE, leads us in an interactive conversation around redefining what those critical self-care practices look like and how to easily integrate them into our busy on-screen lives.
community conversation
Join our weekly virtual conversations as we stay connected even during these trying times. We will address our biggest concerns from staying positive, productive and motivated to sharing ideas on how we are all navigating this new norm. These conversations are inclusive, fluid and free flowing allowing for everyone to contribute. We will all leave feeling a bit more empowered and connected!
Restarting After The Great Pause— finding purpose and hope again
We’ve heard it all: unprecedented, the new normal, global pandemic, these crazy times. We’ve gone through it all: relieved at having some space, overwhelmed sharing that space with family, uncertainty at what happens next. But what matters RIGHT NOW? Four months into a time that changed all of our lives unexpectedly, it’s time to take back as much control as we can. Let’s use this great pause to reconnect to our purpose, our passion, and HOPE so that we can create more of what we want in our lives. Cait Donovan and Dr. Sandra Lewis, two stress management experts, will share how we plug back into ourselves after a crisis and move forward with clarity, with strength, and resolve.
The NoW’s Book Club — Read, SIP & Share
This New York Times best-selling book explores the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged, and how these reactions maintain racial inequality. Robin DiAngelo, the author, helps the reader approach racial discussions and reflect on the systemic racism white people were born into and the implicit bias most have as a result of it. Many White people have never been forced to think about their race and the privilege they were born into. This powerful book will ‘awaken’ you in surprising ways and create the awareness necessary to take action.
The Network of Women’s Career Series — HOW TO BE AN INTENTIONAl NETWORKER
If you are expecting different results by doing the same behavior we all know what that is…insanity. The same is true with networking. If you are expecting different results you have to put yourself in new environments, with new people for new opportunities to present themselves. Yes, that means you have to exit your comfort zone which is, as we all know, where our greatest growth occurs. But networking doesn’t have to be so awkward if done right. Learn from a networking expert where and how to network and how to navigate this virtual networking world we are in. You will be amazed how differently your experience will be and how much more you will get out of it! Special option available for a follow up 1:1 session with Sarah to dive even deeper into networking.
deepak chopra X The Network of Women’s 21 Days of Abundance Meditation
Meditation can be a daunting word for many people. Most people think they are ‘doing it wrong’ but that simply is not the case. When given the appropriate guidance and direction one can achieve great benefits from meditation. We have found Deepak Chopra’s 21 Days of Abundance Meditation to be a perfect starting point for beginners as well as seasoned meditators. The time commitment is less than 30 minutes/day and includes a guided meditation and journaling all to be done at a time that is convenient for you. Each day you will receive a text with all the information you need to experience powerful shifts in your life. Meditation is very forgiving, and if you start this journey but find it too much for any reason, you can always choose to pause and return when it is right for you. Should you join this beautiful journey you will receive your first text on July 6 and one everyday after for the remaining 20 days. This is free for all.
Redefining Wellness: Creating a Wellness Space that is Inclusive and Accessible to Women of Color
The wellness industry has notoriously been run by white women for white women. We desperately need to change that landscape and create a more inclusive and accessible space. It all starts with education and awareness followed by action. In an effort to create greater access we must educate wellness providers and support women of color practitioners. Join us as we welcome a panel of women from the wellness space who will share their insights and perspectives on how to approach a more a inclusive wellness space for both practitioners and consumers.
*This is a donation based event with all proceeds going to Black Women’s Blueprint.
CBD asics through quarantine and beyond - A Self Care gift
Since the pandemic, our mental health has been truly tested everyday. Anxiety, depression, insomnia and stress are on the rise. Join me in this 60 minute conversation with Amy Chin, the Founder of Calm Better Days, on how CBD can help with our mental and physical health. We will learn how CBD can be the best self care gift you give yourself to cope during these times. We will cover the CBD basics from what it is, how it works, what to look for when buying and lastly dosaging. Knowing the basics is essential to maximizing your CBD results. Feel the calm better days coming.
Monetize Your Genius: How to Build a Tailor Made Business That is Profitable
Are you ready to kick-start a profitable entrepreneurial venture? Do you already have an entrepreneurial venture, but you're not yet monetizing it? This workshop is for you. Bri Seeley, Google’s top ranked Entrepreneur Coach, leads us in this powerful workshop. It's easy to have an idea for a business, but monetizing a tailor made business is something that 75% of entrepreneurs never quite get the hang of. I'm here to help change that statistic because there is no greater gift in life than being able to easily create wealth for yourself (and your family!) while doing what you most love. In this workshop you will walk away with: a clear understanding of your genius, a vision of how to begin monetizing and the next steps to take towards your future.
Design Your Life. Design Your Quarantine: You Must Be Dreaming
Without question, it takes something for us – even in great times – to have a vision and take the right actions to become the success we want to be, both personally and professionally. Imagine NOW! In times like these, when worries, concerns, and doubts are also contagious, this is EXACTLY where the rubber meets the road with all of our dreams. Anywhere you have success in your life, whether you got that degree, that position, that promotion, quit sugar, raised children on your own — no matter the adversity — you had a dream. You saw into the future, took the right actions, and made it happen. We are excited to welcome back our coach, Laurie Gerber, of Handel Group to get us dreaming and doing - yes, even during a pandemic.
An Evening of Self Care with Mirror Mirror
Taking care of yourself is critical right now. We are often so busy taking care of others that we tend to overlook ourselves. Self care should be at the top of your to-do list and The NoW wants to hold you accountable for making that happen! The NoW + Mirror Mirror, a woman owned luxury skincare and cosmetic boutique and day spa, are collaborating for a very special evening of self care. Mirror Mirror has created an exquisite at home facial treatment called The Mindful Touch and is bringing it to The NoW. This calming, cleansing, toning and hydrating treatment will make you feel like you are actually visiting a spa. It will leave you feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and glowing. They have hand picked only the best products for us that will be delivered right to your door. This is just what you've been looking for! We promise you won't be disappointed.
morning meditations with Elizabeth tripp
The NoW welcomes Elizabeth Tripp, Lifestyle Design Coach and Spiritual Teacher, to teach us the basics of “how to meditate anywhere, anytime.” Elizabeth will empower women to dissolve their stress, pressure, and anxiety and Awaken to Your Inner Zen. Sessions will be 30 minutes with 15 minutes of teaching/discussion and 15 minutes of guided meditation. In this meditation series you will learn to quiet your mind, simple breath work techniques to help you relax, visualization designed to support to you find peace and calm anywhere, and to clear your body & mind of stress, pressure, and anxiety. Beginners welcomed and encouraged.
COMMUNITY CONVERSATION — CONTINUING TO SELL DURING A PANDEMIC — YES, IT’S POSSIBLE
Do you have a product or service that you want to sell but are unsure of how to navigate sales during this pandemic? Are you looking for the right language and approach that will appeal to your client base? Us, too. The good news is that people are still buying and your beautiful gifts are meant to be shared -- even during a pandemic. We are excited to welcome Sales Coach, Allison Davis, to The NoW's Community Conversation next Tuesday @ 6pm. Allison will provide actionable advice to help you continue to sell during this pandemic and beyond.
Intimate Questions & Honest Answers – An Open Discussion with Passion by Kait
Join the NOW and Passion by Kait for an intimate discussion of the most common sex concerns—and the powerful and practical ways you can heal them. Some people believe that sex coaching is only for couples on the verge of breaking up, or individuals who are questioning their identities, overcoming trauma, or in a sexless relationship. On the contrary, in more than a decade as a sex educator, Passion by Kait founder Kait Scalisi has learned that we could all use a little help in the bedroom (yes, even during a pandemic).
Community conversation — boosting your immune system during a PANDEMIc
As we work on adjusting to our ‘new norm’ during the age of coronavirus (COVID-19), and scientists and doctors work on anti-virals and vaccines, experts are suggesting we take a more holistic approach to maintaining good health. We are excited to learn from Health Coach and NoW Community Member, Karla Salinari on how to live more holistically. She will share knowledge on what it means to eat clean meals, how to maintain a healthy gut, how to improve the quality of your sleep, the importance of supplements and tips to calm the mind. This is a conversation you certainly don’t want to miss!
restoring our physical & emotional well-being with reiki and energy healing
Come join Laura Chung, reiki and energy healing master, as she walks us through a chakra meditation clearing and its powerful benefits. Laura will teach us how to do some energy healing on ourselves so we can continue to restore physical and emotional well-being. Laura will take us through the eight chakras and how each is vital to our energy flow. If you are feeling in a funk, experiencing low energy or lacking focus this is certainly an event you don’t want to miss!
FOCUSING on your Health and Body Through covid-19
Yes, we are living in unprecedented times. Yes, we are being challenged to our core. Yes, these times are making us doubt ourselves and making us feel out of control. However, we absolutely have control of ourselves, our bodies and our minds and ultimately get to make the decisions. Feeling comfortable in your skin is hard for everyone but especially hard for women. Join this community conversation on how to tune out the noise and transform your life through simple strategies to help you feel more comfortable in your skin. Once we harness this, we are no longer held down by cultural restrictions or societal threats and can unlock our true potential.
The synhergy summit
SynHERgy Summit is a day for women by women. We will learn from visionaries who have paved the way for others and inspired us and take action in our own lives. This day long summit will feature a diverse group of inspiring and motivating keynote speakers, panelists, experiences, activations and workshops focused on synHERgizing our minds, bodies and businesses. When all three areas are aligned we operate at our full potential personally and professionally. The SynHERgy Summit is here to provide our community the tools and resources to thrive emotionally, physically and professionally.
Our Summit will be held at the beautiful Luminary, a collaboration hub for women to develop, network and connect.
A morning of giving back
Join us for a morning of volunteering at God’s Love We Deliver. We will be working in the kitchen preparing meals for delivery with the guidance of an on-staff chef. No cooking experience necessary. The morning will include packaging meals, chopping vegetables, ladling soup, peeling potatoes, seasoning food, etc.. This is a beautiful opportunity to give back to our community. This work is so desperately needed and we are grateful for the chance to help.
The Class by Taryn Toomey
Join us for one of New York City’s most sought after fitness classes! The Class by Taryn Toomey is so much more than a workout — it is a transformative workout of the body and mind. It is cathartic in so many ways. Through simple, repetitive calisthenics and plyometrics, participants challenge the body to engage the mind. With guided instruction and powerful music, The Class invites students to witness their resistance to discomfort. The result is an expansive, heart-clearing and body-strengthening release. This Class will challenge and enlighten you all while building an incredibly strong, lean, resilient body. You will learn tools to empower your life.
Leading With Authenticity — the best way to lead
We may all have nuanced definitions of what it means to be an ideal leader. The more we understand our authentic selves and align our actions with that authenticity in all aspects of life, the greater level of fulfillment and joy we experience. Learn what it means to be an authentic leader, by your definition. Through this interactive workshop you identify and recognize the attributes, attitudes and behaviors of your ideal leader, and begin incorporating those into your life today.
Improving Body Image by Improving our Relationship to our Bodies
Would you define your relationship with your body as 'it's complicated'? Do you struggle with food choices and maybe add an extra work out in or skip a meal if you felt you were a bit too 'indulgent'? If so, you aren't alone. Many of us struggle with food and our body image and that struggle impacts all areas of our lives. Stephanie Roth-Goldberg, a Psychotherapist and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, will help us work through this complicated relationship.
HOW DO YOU LOVE? LET'S CONSIDER FOR A MOMENT LOVING LUXURIOUSLY!
How do you love? In a rush, torn between obligations, one foot in one foot out? Let's explore LOVING LUXURIOUSLY. The same way we appreciate luxury goods and experiences, we might consider loving in similarly adoring and appreciative ways. When we slow down, savor, enjoy, relish and celebrate our experiences and the people in our lives, we are forever wealthy beyond measure!
AWAKEN JOY: UNLOCK TRUE HAPPINESS WITHIN
Are you on an endless search to feel truly happy? Do find yourself feeling like if you do _______ then you will be happy?
Join us as Elizabeth Tripp, Life Activator and Light Worker, takes us on an exciting journey to awaken joy and unlock true happiness deep within. In a compassionate and safe space, we will spend the evening co-creating with the Universe as we stretch our understanding of happiness and explore more deeply what it means to be truly happy. With Elizabeth as our guide, we will see what limits us from feeling joyful and content in our life right now. During this gathering, you will experience firsthand an innovative and easy approach aimed to help you begin to let go of what is holding you back from feeling truly joyful today.
From Self-Doubt to Confidence—Creating Conscious Confident Women
Confidence is more than throwing your shoulders back and holding your head high. It’s having the ability to hold your body with ease, to speak with clarity and, most importantly, projecting an energy of calm strength. Because as soon as you walk in a room, your energy speaks for you.
Pam Reece will teach The NOW community tools to access these qualities through a one-of-a-kind program that blend yoga, meditation, breathing techniques, mindfulness and psychology.
THE NETWORK OF WOMEN’S RETURNing TO THE WORKFORCE WORKSHOP
Are you considering a career move and need a bit of guidance, support and help getting there? Whether your pivoting in your career, returning from a career sabbatical or heading down a whole new path altogether this workshop is designed to make that transition much less intimidating and much more attainable. The day consists of bringing together an intimate group of women in a welcoming, judgement free and warm space to explore, connect and learn the necessary tools to launch their search and find that job that is best for them
Fall Rooftop Soiree — a time to celebrate you
Join us at Mynd, one of our favorite spa rooftops, for an evening of connection and self care. Mynd, formally known as the Red Door Salon & Spa, is our number one destination for pampering and relaxation. Their rooftop is a perfect sanctuary for us to gather, toast one another, create meaningful connections and experience some of Mynd’s products and services. We are excited to celebrate all the wonderful women of The NoW and toast to Mynd’s new legacy of luxury & self-care undefined.
Morning Hike and Mountain Top Meditation Led By Barbara Evans
Let’s get out of NYC and enjoy a refreshing and gorgeous hike at Rockefeller Preserve in Tarryton. This 6-mile round trip hike will take roughly 3 hours and is appropriate for all ages and abilities (kids welcome!). Upon reaching the summit we will enjoy a guided mountain top meditation to top it off! Easy access from Metro North and possible carpooling opportunities from the City as well.
When Meditation Isn't Enough: Transcending Burnout Beyond the Cushion
Ample research suggests how important meditation is for living a balance life, but what happens when it's not enough to keep you from burning out? In this workshop we'll discuss the primary factors that drive burnout, explore how mind-body practices can support revival and provide tangible steps for re-igniting your fire and living a happy and successful life.
A Morning of Giving Back with Achilles International
No better way to start your Saturday than spending it with Achilles. Achilles is a non profit that supports disabled athletes by pairing them with able-bodied athletes to compete in mainstream sports. This Saturday morning workout has something for everyone.
Evening Backyard Yoga and Meditation - Led by Angela Kilcullen
After a long day come enjoy a peaceful backyard yoga class where you will forget that you are in the middle of New York City. Led by the talented and beautiful Angela Kilcullen you will leave this experience feeling refreshed and ready to take on any challenge. Light refreshments will be served post class with the opportunity to mingle with fellow members.
The Healing Powers of Essential Oils and How They Can Transform Your Life!
During this class Julie Botton will empower The NOW Community to take charge of our health and happiness in a proactive way through the use of essential oils. You will leave this class with knowledgeable about essential oils, how to integrate them in everyday use and the positive impact it will have on you.
Empowering Women to be Successful and Effective Networkers!
The very thought of the word networking makes many women uneasy. What if you had the magic code to navigate those networking events and could walk away with meaningful connections and referrals that could benefit you personally and professionally? Would you think twice about attending? Sarah will provide you the tools and resources to walk into that room with confidence and build meaningful relationships and connections. Don’t continue to waste your time attending networking events that aren’t yielding anything. By implementing small changes you will see a huge difference that will have a big impact on your life. It isn’t as hard as you think!
WHY YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH MONEY MATTERS. 7 Powerful Mantras that will change the way you view money
Money. A topic that we don’t talk enough about, especially as women. We all have different relationships with money and certainly lots of questions that rarely get asked. It can be scary, intimidating and paralyzing....we are right there with you.
Enter Shang Saavedra. Shang is passionate about helping women live fulfilling lives, free of money problems. Shang will help us understand how our relationship with money was formed and how to make it better--which many of us desperately need. She will take us through actionable and manageable steps that can vastly improve our financial health. This is not your typical finance talk and this is an event not to be missed!
10 ways to instantly elevate your style!
I have nothing to wear!
Does this look okay?
Shopping stresses me out!
Does any of this sound familiar to you? Join the club. Many of us only wear 30% of what’s in our closet, due to making faulty style decisions that aren’t based on lifestyle, body type, or our personality. Your personal image and style says a lot about you, before you even open your mouth. In this fun and interactive workshop Aliya Thomas, of Elevated Style by Aliya, will up our style game by providing us with 10 ways to instantly elevate our style!
What being a female entrepreneur is really like. The Do's and Don'ts of entrepreneurship
Have you dreamed of launching your own business but aren't sure where to start? Are you looking to take your business to new heights and need some advice on how to get there?Are you looking to grow your social media presence in an effort to drive business but haven't a clue where to start?
Trailblazers we hear you! Join us for a panel discussion with a group of fierce kick ass women who will provide us with the motivational and practical advice to launch and catapult your business. This panel of successful entrepreneurs will share their challenges and setbacks as they launched their own businesses and how they overcame and thrived in their respective fields. Grab a glass of wine along with your notebook and pen and get ready to take some serious notes. This is an event not to be missed.
family afro-flow yoga
Experience joy and elation through movement and sound. As seen in O Magazine and the NY Times, Afro Flow Yoga® infuses electrifying dance movements of the African Diaspora flowing with a meditative yoga sequence of gentle yet powerful stretches. In this special class, families will deeply connect with the soulful rhythms of live drums, energize their bodies, gain strength and flexibility and rejoice in the bliss of feeling renewed, grounded and peaceful! Open to all ages and levels of yoga and dance.
top 10 Techniques to help working moms feel successful and satisfied
Are you struggling to be both a successful professional and successful mother? Are you killing it (or at the very least getting by) at work but feel like a total failure at home? So many of us can relate. We all feel it and strive to strike some sort of balance both at home and at work. Daisy Dowling, the Harvard Business Review’s working-parent columnist, will share her top pieces of advice for working mothers on how to achieve success and satisfaction, both at home and at work. Participants will walk away with practical techniques that work. Get ready to implement Daisy's techniques immediately and find the results you are seeking! This is an event NO working mom should miss.
getTing Fiscally Fit for 2019 — FIVE Ways to Jump Start your Fiscal Fitness
A new year often brings reflection of the past and goals for the future. We all want to “get in shape” physically, emotionally and financially. The question is where to start and how to move forward. Cindy Sterling, President and Founder of Sterling Financial Planning, will share five things you can do to “jump start” your fiscal fitness and build a financial road map for 2019. We will “plan the work” and then you can “work the plan.”
COMMUNITY CONVERSATION - CONFIDENCE & HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS
Join us February 6th for a Community Conversation surrounding confidence and healthy relationships. These are two topics that continually surface from our Community and we want to hear from you. This is a conversation driven by those who attend and moderated by The NOW. We want to hear your advice, success, struggles in these areas and learn from each other. Everyone will have an opportunity to share, should they choose. We are excited to have a bit more of a free flowing conversation and networking evening.
FIRST ANNUAL WOMEN’S SUMMIT
Join us March 9th for our First Annual Women's Summit. This morning will not disappoint. The agenda consists of inspiring speakers, relaxing experiences, opportunities to meet other kick ass women, delicious food and drink and great music. What else does one need?
Leaving Corporate Life Behind To Design Your Own Professional Destiny
Are you in a job that provides zero fulfillment or purpose but aren't sure what to do about it? Do you have a side hustle that you desperately want to be your full time career but are unsure how or when to take that leap? Do you feel you've never truly found your 'calling' and need help identifying what will bring you happiness? In this workshop, Jenny Maenpaa, will address all these questions and more. She will help us identify and launch our careers on our terms.
Morning Hike and Mountain Top Meditation Led By Barbara Evans
Join us as we high tail it out of NYC to enjoy some gorgeous country trails. This hike is family friendly and appropriate for all ages (kids welcomed and encouraged). Upon reaching the summit, Barb will will lead us in a guided mountain top meditation to top it off! Easy access from Metro North and possible carpooling opportunities from the City as well. We will enjoy a little mountain top snack as well.
CAN YOU MEDITATE YOUR WAY TO BETTER SEX?
Join us as we welcome speaker Kait Scalisi to The Network of Women. Kait is a a sex educator, speaker, and writer with a deep love for sex toys, asking for and getting what you want, and finding freedom in pleasure. Most of us want a better sex life but aren’t taking the steps to make that happen. Fortunately, Kait is here to help us! Kait will teach us the importance of using our own experiences to create a more intimate, exciting, and fulfilling sex life. This is most certainly an event NOT to be missed. We are thrilled to welcome Kait and excited to learn from her. She brings a lot of important knowledge to the table.
MIND+BODY STRATEGIES TO OPTIMIZE METABOLISM AND CREATE A NOURISHING RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD.
Come join us as we discuss all things food, diet, and metabolism. In today’s culture we frequently have new fad diets, exercises, supplements... it can be overwhelming to say the least. Finding the right ‘diet’ is frustrating. Fighting our own appetite is even more frustrating. During “Make your food work for you” we will discuss strategies to help you feel more empowered to navigate this ever changing terrain of health and wellness. You’ll learn more about the simple science of how our bodies process food and calories, as well as having a better understanding of the mind body connection.
Design Your Life®, an Interactive Workshop
Are you ready, personally or professionally, to take on something really important this year—YOU? Join Handel Group® Head coach Laurie Gerber for an insightful, thought-provoking workshop, Design Your Life®. Whether you want to take on your career, love life, health, family (yes, even yours) and/or bank account, Laurie will help you wake up to your dreams and get into the right actions to realize them. You will leave this workshop with a new perspective, attainable goals, and an inspired personal plan for your future.
Taking Your Career to New Heights — Creating a Career Success Plan
Are you interested in making a career change but aren’t certain of the direction you want to head? Or are you looking to re-enter the workforce but aren’t sure where to start? Whether you are looking to pivot in your career or re-enter the workforce (or are somewhere in between) we are here to help. Amie Blumberg, a career coach, will lead us in an interactive conversation surrounding where you are and where you want to be. She will help you construct an easily executable Success Plan to build the momentum you are longing for.