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You’ve been holding it together for too long.
You never thought you’d be here—your home damaged or even gone, walking on eggshells, trying to pretend everything is fine. But after Hurricane Helene, life as you knew it disappeared overnight. You’re still showing up as best you can, still trying to keep everything from falling apart. But inside, you feel like you’re barely holding on.
Create Calm After Chaos is an opportunity for Those Ready to Heal, Release Fear, and Find Peace.
And it is a free resource for residents of Western North Carolina.
You've Felt Trapped In The Aftermath
The storm didn’t just take your house—it took your sense of safety, your stability, your future plans. It left you displaced, grieving, and stuck in survival mode.
Even after the waters receded, the emotional and psychological weight of survival lingers. The anxiety, fear, and loss don’t disappear when the storm clouds clear. It can feel like you’re standing in the ruins, unsure how to move forward.
You’re Strong, But You’re Also Exhausted
You grew up believing that hard work and resilience would protect you from life’s worst storms. You learned early on to push through, to be the responsible one, to hold everything together no matter what. But this time, the storm took too much. The exhaustion is deeper, the weight heavier, and no amount of determination seems to be enough.
Right now, it may feel like the storm never truly ended. The sleepless nights, the weight in your chest, the relentless replaying of what was lost—it all lingers. Your mind craves stillness, your heart longs for relief, and your body aches for a sense of home within itself again.
You want to feel safe—not just in your surroundings, but in your own skin. To calm the chaos inside, to understand what has happened in a way that allows you to move forward without fear. You want to breathe deeply without the tension, to let go of carrying this alone, and to be surrounded by people who truly understand what you’ve been through. A space where healing isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable.
A Place to Finally Exhale
For so long, you’ve had to be strong—for your family, for your friends and community, for yourself. You’ve been surviving in an environment that drains you, a place where you’re expected to keep going even when there’s nothing left to give.
You remember the night the storm came. The sound of the wind, the way the walls shook, the moment you realized that life wouldn’t look the same after this. And now, months later, the world around you has moved on, but inside, you’re still living in that storm. The exhaustion, the fear, the uncertainty—it’s all still there, weighing on you in ways you don’t know how to explain.
But here, in this space, you don’t have to perform strength. You can simply be. You can release, express, and reconnect with yourself in a way that doesn’t require words, explanations, or justification.
Creating Calm After Chaos is a space where you don’t have to hold everything together. It’s a chance to set down the weight you’ve been carrying and finally breathe again. This trauma recovery process art workshop is designed for those who have been living in survival mode, providing a safe and supportive space to reconnect with yourself and find relief from the overwhelm.
Led by Amy Huggins of Ascension Wellness and local artist Kate Stockman, this workshop blends intuitive creative expression with gentle insights that help you regain your sense of self and move forward with confidence.
Each session meets you where you are, giving you permission to process everything in your own way. There’s no pressure to talk, no expectations to perform ‘recovery.’ Just a space where you can explore, release, and reconnect with yourself in ways that words often can’t reach.
No artistic experience is required—not even the ability to draw a stick figure. We provide all materials and guidance. This is about healing and releasing, not making perfect art.
Experience A Path to Healing
Four Transformative Gatherings that build on each other, guiding you through your healing journey.
Hands-On Creative Expression to engage in intuitive creative expression to process emotions and find calm.
Gentle Insights & New Perspectives to gain a deeper understanding of your experience and how to navigate it.
All Materials Provided. Just bring yourself. Everything you need is included.
Safe, Supportive Environment that encourages healing alongside others who understand.
This workshop is completely free for participants, thanks to the generosity of fiscal partners and donors who believe in your healing.
Take a Step Toward Relief. Join Us for This Unprecedented Opportunity to Heal, Create, and Rebuild from Within.
If this feels in alignment and you’re ready to just breath, then grab your spot now.
What if You Keep Holding it All in?
If you don’t take the time to process what you’ve been through, the weight of it doesn’t just disappear—it lingers. The exhaustion doesn’t lift, the frustration grows, and the numbness sets in deeper. You keep pushing forward, trying to be strong for everyone around you, but inside, you’re running on empty.
Without a space to release the fear, grief, and anxiety, they can show up in unexpected ways—snapping at loved ones, withdrawing from the people who care, or feeling like you’re constantly one step away from falling apart. Your loved ones feel it too; they see the worry in your eyes and sense the stress in your voice. Without space to heal, the pain doesn’t just affect you—it ripples through your family and future.
But healing doesn’t have to feel like another task—it can be gentle, intuitive, and deeply freeing.
You Don't Have to Keep Carrying this Alone
This workshop is for you if:
The storm may have shaken your foundation, but you have the power to rebuild.
Join us for Creating Calm After Chaos to take that next step toward healing and remembering how to embrace the sweetness life can bring.
The Journey Through Healing and Renewal
Designed to guide you from survival mode into healing and hope, each of the four, 3 hour gatherings begins with insight and reflection time followed by 90 minutes of immersive art experience.
During creation time, discussion, questions and connection are encouraged and so is silence – make this time what you need.
Lastly, each gathering wraps up with grounding and optional sharing as we close the shared space.
Each gathering offers you a journey of healing, self-discovery, and renewal in a way that feels natural and supportive. All materials are provided—just bring yourself.
What if Nothing Changes
Without a space to process, the exhaustion and stress can linger, showing up in unexpected ways.
You might continue to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself and those around you.
This workshop offers a path forward—one that allows you to release, heal, and regain a sense of peace.
Why This Workshop Can Help You Right Now
A space to breathe and release emotional weight
A chance to reconnect with yourself and your inner strength
A supportive community that understands what you’re going through
Practical tools to move forward with clarity and resilience
Meet Kate and Amy
Hi there!
I’m Amy, founder and coach here at Ascension Wellness.
This workshop isn’t just about healing from one storm—it’s about learning to navigate all of life’s storms. You are not broken; your reactions are natural responses to abnormal circumstances. With the right tools, you can move from surviving to thriving.
As a Trauma Recovery Coach, I create spaces where you feel safe, supported, and seen. Through trauma education, I help you engage with emotions in a way that feels freeing rather than overwhelming.
Here, you’ll gain insight into how to reclaim your sense of self. Healing isn’t just about looking back—it’s about moving forward with confidence.
This is your space, your journey. I’m here to guide you back to yourself.
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Will This Really Help Me
While healing is a deeply personal journey, we guarantee that you will be welcomed into a supportive, judgment-free space where you can explore and express freely. This workshop is completely free—there’s nothing to lose, and everything to gain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be artistic? Not at all. This is about self-expression, not skill. No artistic experience is required.
What if I don’t want to talk about my experience? That’s completely okay. There is no pressure to share—just a space to create and heal in your own way.
How long is each gathering? Each gathering is approximately 3 hours long, with a mix of guided reflection, creative expression, and optional sharing.
Is there a cost? No, this workshop is fully funded by donors and partners. It is free for all participants.
We Invite You to Step Into Healing
You don’t have to carry this alone. This is your chance to breathe, release, and take a step toward feeling lighter, more grounded, and more in control. The storm may have shaken your foundation, but you have the power to rebuild.
Join us for Creating Calm After Chaos.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Donors and Partners
This workshop would not be possible without the generosity and support of our donors and fiscal partners. Your contributions have created a space for healing, resilience, and renewal for those who need it most. Because of you, participants can attend at no cost, finding relief and connection in a time of uncertainty.
To every individual and organization that has made this initiative possible—thank you. Your support is more than financial; it’s a message to those struggling that they are seen, valued, and not alone.
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We all miss life pre-Hurricane Helene.
Now is our opportunity to process all that needs to be processed, to clear out all that no longer serves us and to rebuild better than ever – together.
This is what community looks like.
Thank you, each and every one of you for being a part of this community effort to heal better together.
Ascension Wellness is an online, global company dedicated to supporting healing and transformation worldwide. Creating Calm After Chaos is exclusively for those in Western North Carolina who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene. If you’re not local but are interested in trauma recovery support, please explore our online programs and book a free call to learn more about how we can support you on your journey.
Ascension Wellness values diversity, authenticity and individuality and are a diverse community, serving, supporting, and celebrating all who are ready to embark on their dream life regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, economic standing, or any other fact of life.
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