The Full HAWA Day Breath-work experience is a profound journey into the depths of consciousness, offering participants the opportunity to breathe deeply into their own being and hold space for another's transformative process. Created by the gifted teacher Andrea Anstiss, founder of HAWA, this method is inspired by the holotropic breathwork roots pioneered by Stan Grof. HAWA takes these foundations and expands them into a unique modality that honours the interconnectedness of all beings, the wisdom of the body, and the sacredness of shared human experience.
This day-long experience allows participants to engage in two roles: the breather and the sitter. Breathing is an invitation to explore non-ordinary states of consciousness, bypassing the chatter of the mind and tapping into the body’s innate capacity for healing and integration. Through intentional, rhythmic breathing, participants may access deep-seated emotions, memories, or insights, experiencing release, clarity, and profound connection. For some, this journey is cathartic, while for others, it is deeply grounding a reconnection to the essence of who they are.
Equally transformative is the role of the sitter. To sit for another person’s experience is a privilege and a practice in presence and compassion. As a sitter, you are entrusted with holding space for another, creating a container of safety, trust, and non-judgment. This act of witnessing can be just as healing as the breathing itself, offering profound lessons in empathy, humility, and the beauty of simply being there for another in their raw and authentic process. The connection between the breather and the sitter becomes a sacred exchange, reminding us of the power of human connection and the importance of being seen and supported. Stanislav Grof’s theory of the sitter highlights their sacred role in creating a safe and supportive container for the breather’s journey into non-ordinary states of consciousness. The sitter acts as a stabilising, empathetic presence, offering unconditional acceptance and trust, which allows the breather to surrender fully to their process. Grof likened the sitter’s role to that of a symbolic parent, embodying qualities such as patience, compassion, and non-judgment. This dynamic can help repair internalised patterns of insecurity or mistrust, providing a reparative experience akin to secure attachment. Far from being passive, the sitter engages in their own growth, as witnessing another’s transformation often sparks self-reflection and personal insight. Grof viewed this relationship as a profound, interconnected exchange, where both parties experience healing in a shared journey.
What makes the Full HAWA Day so unique is its ability to weave individual healing with collective experience. Participants are not only given the chance to delve into their own inner world but are also deeply moved by the honour of holding space for another. This shared journey highlights the interconnectedness of healing—that as one person breathes through their pain and finds clarity in their journey, those witnessing are also transformed. It is a beautiful testament to the truth that healing is not a solitary act but one that resonates outward, touching everyone it encounters.
Investing in your healing is a commitment to reclaiming your wholeness, nurturing your inner strength, and embracing transformation.
LIMITED TO 14 PEOPLE
WHERE: TBC in Auckland
Investment in you: $555 (Payment plans available) - Please reach out if you are experiencing financial hardship
INC: Light healthy Snacks
To enquire further please email Anita