The Iconic Self: As You Were Meant To Be
Photos by Bella Cirovic. Part of The Essential Journey.
Remember when you were little and you made up spontaneous songs and sang them loudly down the street, moving your small body to a beat only you could hear? Remember when you charged at the neighborhood bully who took your sister's doll and climbed him like a jungle gym ladder? There was a time when you were fearless. A place where you knew no other law than trusting yourself. A way you could stand up and throw down and reach out and let go, just as naturally as your heart beats and your lungs breathe.
That girl is still in there.
Maybe you nudged her into the attic or swept her under the rug trying to win things like belonging and respectability. Maybe it's been so long since you saw her you forgot she's even in there.
You could sure use her energy and spunk now.
Because playing with a fraction of our moves isn't really playing at all. Because being good only gets us so far. Because who we were always meant to be has a way of never letting us go.
You need a path, some sign posts, some wisdom to light your way. You need to know you're not alone, and you won't be the last. You need an extended arm to link in yours so you can reach out your other arm to another. So no one has to go this journey alone anymore.
And you don't have to wait any longer.
The Iconic Self Home Retreat Kit includes:
* Four professionally recorded discs, featuring Phyllis Mathis' and Jen Lee's ground-breaking work on soul excavation and integration
*Retreat notes in the form of over 50 customized stickers and labels in an organza drawstring bag, featuring practices, exercises, visuals and affirmations to find and distinguish your missing parts
*A composition book ready for your unique design
*A guided meditation to unite all your parts and pieces
*An Iconic Shirt of your choice to remind you of who you already are, and who you are becoming
*A black canvas mini tote to hold it all together and travel wherever your journey takes you
*A signature bar from The Chocolate Room, because this IS a retreat, after all (contains nuts)
$185 USD, ships free worldwide
Step One: Choose Your Shirt from These Three Designs
"So Good" Vintage Distressed T-Shirt
The exquisite Liz Kalloch, of lizkallochdesigns.com
Because goodness, like everything else we are taught, is best in moderation. Read more.
"Closet Genius" Clark Kent Tank
The world needs your brilliance. So join the club. Read more.
"Gentle Spirit" Clark Kent Tank
Whether you're comfortable with your badass self but reluctant to own up to that inner gentle spirit, or the other way around, this shirt will remind you of your full range of capacities and invite you to play all the way across them. Read more.
Iconic Shirts are available as part of The Iconic Self Home Retreat Kit, or for individual sale.
$30 USD, ships free worldwide
(Scroll down page to select styles/sizes from drop-down menus below)
Step Two: Choose Your Package
Your Home Retreat Awaits
We all want to give ourselves gifts like time, permission and wisdom along the way. It's hard to get away sometimes, so this time, we're bringing the gifts right to you. No plane ticket required.
* Four professionally recorded discs, featuring Phyllis Mathis' and Jen Lee's ground-breaking work on soul excavation and integration--the content equivalent of a five day retreat
*Retreat notes in the form of over 50 customized stickers and labels in an organza drawstring bag, featuring practices, exercises, visuals and affirmations to find and distinguish your missing parts
*A composition book ready for your unique design
*A guided meditation to unite all your parts and pieces
*An Iconic Shirt of your choice to remind you of who you already are, and who you are becoming
*A black canvas mini tote to hold it all together and travel wherever your journey takes you
*A signature bar from The Chocolate Room, because this IS a retreat, after all (contains nuts)
$185 USD, ships free worldwide
A Unique Journey
In The Iconic Self, a four-disc journey of soul excavation and integration, Phyllis Mathis and Jen Lee take us deep inside their own processes of growth with warmth and humor. Through telling their stories, identifying shadow icons and weaving together creative and body focused exercises, these two women inspire us to distinguish all the different aspects of ourselves, especially the ones we've been keeping under wraps. Working through the material in The Iconic Self, we discover that these hidden aspects, these little-used parts of ourselves hold untold power and creative potential. As we access these parts and honor them, we're empowered to move into the world with vitality and purpose. Read more.
Available as part of The Iconic Self Home Retreat Kit, or for individual purchase.
The Iconic Self Audio Course and Guided Meditation: $100 USD, ships free worldwide
Remember Who You Are
Iconic Shirts are available as part of The Iconic Self Home Retreat Kit, or for individual sale.
$30 USD, ships free worldwide
Step Three: Select Your Size(s) and Final Purchase Buttons
"So Good" Vintage Tees feature distressed edges and super-soft cotton, and light blue text. These run small, so size up if possible. This design is also available in our popular Curvy Girl style (Gildan UltraCotton shirt), which runs true to size (see drop-down menu).
"Closet Genius" Clark Kent Tanks are soft and stretchy with navy print. These run small, so size up if possible.
"Gentle Spirit" Clark Kent Tanks feature black print on a white background. Perfect for layering under other items, this runs small so size up if possible.
After selecting your style and size, choose the applicable purchase buttons (if you haven't already) so we know exactly what to send. Verify the items and amount in your cart prior to checking out to prevent errors. All materials ship free worldwide.
The Iconic Self Home Retreat Kit, $185
The Iconic Self Audio Course and Guided Meditation, $100
Iconic Shirts, $30
"Being at the Integrate Retreat was like being wrapped up in a warm brown blanket, with Jen and Phyllis telling stories you could listen to for hours, threaded through with wisdom and friendship. There was a lot of beauty, fun, and warmth there. The pleasure of it stayed with me for a long while, and the friendships started are still going strong." --Sandra Flear
"Jen is like slipping into a cozy chair with a cup of hot cocoa. Her Integrate Retreat was a gift that continued to give for weeks on after . . . her storytelling is mesmerizing and she provided thoughtful writing prompts and food for thought. I continue to peel the layers as I continue to discover the various voices I am integrating. The women I met at the retreat continue to be my daily touchstones, soul sistas, and kindred spirits. I look forward to attending future retreats!" --Amelia Maness--Gilliland
About the Instructors
Jen Lee is an independent media producer and a beloved performer in New York City's storytelling scene, including The Peabody Award-winning Moth Radio Hour and The Best of The Moth, Volume 15. Jen is a sought-after mentor and guide for workshops and retreats unleashing creative expression. She is also the creator of Finding Your Voice and Telling Your Story, cutting-edge personal breakthrough courses, and a contributing author of Women Writing on Family: Tips on Writing, Teaching and Publishing.
Phyllis Mathis is a long-time spiritual leader, an ontological coach and liscensed professional counselor who has been practicing for over 30 years. Based in the Denver area, Phyllis is also a seasoned writer, retreat facilitator and a beginning potter.
The Jen Lee Guarantee: We are committed to our resources playing an essential role in your journey. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return your materials for a full refund.
Check out Steady Burn, a live workshop with Phyllis and Jen this March. Photos by Bella Cirovic, except photo of Phyllis Mathis by Jen Lee. The Iconic Self cover photography and project design by Liz Kalloch. A Jen Lee Production.
Sunday, January 22, 2012 at 9:11AM