Are you afraid to open your voice around others, Reader?

I was (and still am a bit!).

This is one of the biggest blocks to our freedom.

For 22 years I was shut down to all forms of singing around others after being told by a friend I was off key. This was after many “accomplishments” with my voice in high school as a member of an elite traveling paid choir and a soloist (despite raging anxiety every time)!

It affected way more than just my ability to sing. It affected the way I communicated and how I spoke up for myself (or didnt), and even how I valued myself, as a downhill affect from the other aspects.

The singing wound is intense, and it can affect ANYONE.

If someone told you that your voice wasn’t good enough, or you've always felt like you "just can't sing" then you’re invited to reclaim it during a day retreat on September 13th, guided by women who have experienced the power of song.

I met Sofia Dugas at a week-long community singing intensive last summer in a burst of courage to face one of my longest-running fears: singing around other people.

Six months later, in the middle of a hotel conference room with tables and chairs moved aside to make space for a circle, Sofia and I co-led a 200+ person song circle with Tarzan Kay that shared simple songs with lyrics like -

I’m not alone

We come together

What the world needs now is joy in resistance

The feedback was incredible:

Science* is clear that group singing is one of the most powerful ways to experience social connection and soothe our nervous systems.

The pure joy, peace, and connection in that room was magic.

I want you to experience that magic too, Reader.

So... Sofia and I are co-hosting a retreat together, and you’re invited! ​

But don't worry, there will not be microphones!

This will be a very intimate small group of humans, ready to share our fears and voices.

This retreat also goes deeper than song, exploring your vocal freedom through movement, journaling, ceremony, and 2 shared meals that are locally sourced and lovingly made by yours truly (me, Kendra).

​Reclaim Your Voice Retreat​ 📆 September 13, 2026 at 8-12p ET 📍 Near Harrisburg, PA 🎟️ Get Your Ticket – registration closes August 28th (for food count) *Sliding scale pricing

Your voice is the carrier of your message into the world, connecting your brilliant mind with your beautiful heart. And how incredible is it that voice is a healing tool built right into our bodies, ready for us to access?

If you -

• Learned to silence yourself to keep the peace or stay safe
• Shut down your voice because someone told you it doesn’t sound good
• Have big spicy things to say, but keep yourself small and sweet
• Want to commune with Nature and others
• Want to connect to your purpose, sense of belonging, joy, and freedom of expression

​We can’t wait to see you on September 13th. ​

In the recovery with you,

Kendra

Ps. If you are interested in this event, but can’t make it, or don’t feel sure about it, would you hit reply to tell me more?

The cost is flexible, we've created a sliding scale, and all you have to do is ask for the code.

Sending love and courage.

Kendra Marie Hoffman (a real human writer)

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