October
Gut Feeling ~ Kombucha Workshop & the Gut–Brain Axis
17 October - Part of the 2026 Nervous System Series by Hara Shanti
The health of your nervous system doesn’t begin in your mind.
It begins much deeper—in your gut.
Modern research continues to reveal the extraordinary relationship between the gut microbiome and the brain. Through the gut-brain axis, digestion influences mood, sleep, immunity, inflammation, and our ability to cope with stress.
Join us for a nourishing day of learning, movement, and hands-on fermentation as we explore one of the body’s most fascinating connections.
The Intention
This day is designed to help you understand how supporting your digestive health can positively influence your emotional wellbeing and nervous system resilience.
Together we’ll explore practical ways to nourish both body and mind through simple daily habits.
What Makes This Experience Different
This isn’t simply a kombucha-making class.
It’s an opportunity to understand why gut health matters, how the microbiome communicates with the brain, and how everyday choices influence our resilience to stress.
You’ll leave not only knowing how to brew kombucha at home, but also with a deeper appreciation of the remarkable connection between nutrition and nervous system health.
The Experience
This October Wellness Saturday combines science, nourishment and practical learning as we explore the remarkable relationship between the gut and the nervous system. Through education, movement and hands-on fermentation, you’ll discover simple ways to support long-term wellbeing from the inside out.
You will be guided through:
Understanding the Gut–Brain Axis
An engaging introduction to the fascinating communication between the digestive system and the brain, exploring how the gut microbiome influences mood, immunity, sleep, stress resilience and emotional wellbeing.
The Art & Science of Kombucha Brewing
A practical, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the fermentation process step by step, gaining the confidence to brew your own kombucha safely and successfully at home.
Breathwork for Digestive & Nervous System Support
Gentle breathing techniques that encourage vagal tone, support healthy digestion and help shift the body into a calm, restorative state where healing can naturally occur.
Gentle Movement for Digestive Health
Slow, accessible yoga and mindful movement practices designed to stimulate digestion, release tension through the abdomen and create space for deeper relaxation.
Nourishment, Connection & Integration
A wholesome shared meal, meaningful conversation and quiet moments in nature provide the opportunity to integrate what you’ve learned and leave inspired to introduce simple wellness rituals into everyday life.
This Experience Is For You If You:
- You are curious about gut health
- Experience stress-related digestive symptoms
- Enjoy learning practical wellness skills
- Want to support their nervous system naturally
- Love creating healthy rituals at home
- Appreciate science-informed wellbeing education
Meet Your Facilitators
Nicole
Nicole creates immersive wellness experiences that bridge modern science, ancient wisdom and embodied presence. Her work is rooted in nervous system awareness, conscious rest and sustainable wellbeing — offering spaces where people can soften, recalibrate and reconnect with what truly matters.
Janine
We’re joined by Janine Meyburgh, founder of Artisan Kombucha — a locally crafted, small-batch kombucha brand rooted in gut health and natural fermentation.
Janine will guide a gentle, educational tasting experience, sharing how fermented foods can support digestion, microbiome balance, and overall wellbeing — in a way that feels simple, accessible, and sustainable.
This element of the day brings your gut health journey to life through both knowledge and experience.
What You Will Leave With
- Your own kombucha starter
- Confidence to brew kombucha at home
- A better understanding of the gut-brain connection
- Practical nutrition insights
- Gentle nervous system regulation practices
- Simple habits to support long-term wellbeing
Part of a Larger Journey
“Gut Feeling” is part of a broader wellness journey designed to help participants move from chronic depletion into sustainable vitality.
Each retreat builds on the understanding that true wellbeing starts with nervous system safety and foundational restoration.
This month is about reclaiming one of the body’s most essential healing rhythms
Each session stands alone. Together, they create a powerful arc of education and integration.
An Invitation
Healing often begins with the smallest daily rituals.
Join us for a day of curiosity, nourishment, and connection as we discover how caring for the gut can help calm the mind.
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