For one day, we come together in an intimate circle at Wisteria Acres to explore the hidden patterns that silence us — and rediscover the freedom to speak what is true.
We will discover how to work with our internal fears around speaking so that instead of diminishing our voice, we can release the constraints on it and begin to express our true selves with confidence, trust and love.
What keeps us silent?
Our experiences, both as children and adults, shape our relationship with expression.
Our hesitation to say no, to freely express what we want or need, or to confidently share our views and talents often has roots in our past — and in our bodies.
We can learn to hold back our words, silence our needs, or make ourselves smaller without even realising it.
In this workshop, we’ll begin to uncover these patterns and explore what it means to expand and express ourselves more freely.
We’ll explore the hidden — and sometimes not-so-hidden — messages we received as children that shaped our freedom to speak honestly and express what we truly feel.
We’ll uncover the underlying silencer and the connection between voice and the nervous system — how our fight, flight or freeze response can affect our ability to speak, both literally and figuratively.
Discover what blocks your voice from speaking your truth and soften the tension
Learn specific tools and techniques to strengthen and open your throat
Recognize and interrupt the vocal shut-down that happens when our nervous system is triggered
Discover the connection between your voice and your heart - so that even in speaking tough truth, you can do it with love
Find greater freedom in being heard, seen and expressed
Speak your true feelings
with confidence, trust and love.
- SUSAN DRURY
Susan's meditations have been a game changer for me. I can't speak highly enough about Susan and this community and the positive shifts I have had in my life since beginning.
Carrie Bebenek
About Susan Drury
I have been teaching meditation and healing for more than 25 years. My self-exploration and meditation techniques help you step into an expanded field of awareness and experience a profound connection with yourself.
My background includes professional training, certification, and practice in craniosacral therapy, homeopathy, the Present Child Method, and Transference Healing. While these modalities offer powerful opportunities for healing, their influences have melded into a healing field beyond any particular paradigm: A space within, which you, as the hero of your sacred life journey, will be able to access the highest possibilities of transformation and elevation.
Pricing & Registration
The October 17 workshop is sold out. The next Enlightened Body event takes place December 4–6, 2026 at Wisteria Acres.
Workshop fees are non-refundable, except if the workshop is cancelled by the host, in which case a full refund will be issued.
View the December Enlightened Body retreat →
Beautiful Setting
in Nature
The setting for this retreat is on the beautiful grounds of Wisteria Acres, near Vancouver, surrounded by nature. This retreat centre is set among old trees and expansive land, with herds of horses gracing this land.
You can leave the noise of the world behind for a day of immersion in tranquility, peacefulness and meditation.
Our Day Together
Opening the Spiral of Sacred Truth
Exploring the Paradigm of Silence
Tea break
Our Nervous System & Our Voice
Lunch
Discerning the Environment
Speaking versus wise silence
Break
The Voice of Your Essence
The Spiral of Our Expansive Truth
9am–5pm · Wisteria Acres
Tea and refreshments provided throughout the day.
For lunch, there are restaurant options near the retreat centre.
Pricing & Registration
The October 17 workshop is sold out. The next Enlightened Body event takes place December 4–6, 2026 at Wisteria Acres.
Workshop fees are non-refundable, except if the workshop is cancelled by the host, in which case a full refund will be issued.
View the December Enlightened Body retreat →I feel much gratitude for the teachings Susan offers. I find the sessions assist me to connect more deeply with myself. Susan skillfully creates a safe, neutral, healing space where 'all' are welcome.
Georgia Hill