Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop in Agia Marina on Aegina Island in Greece

Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop in Agia Marina: 
Create your magic candle to light up your intentions!

The traditional greeting "Kalo Mina" shared on the first day of every month on Aegina Island is rooted in the philosophy that life is cyclical. It symbolises the opportunity to start fresh each month.

Embracing this monthly cycle can be a wonderful way to manage short and long-term projects, as it aligns with the σιγά σιγά (sigá sigá) approach to life - meaning "little by little" or "one step at a time.

Now, what does it have to do with candle-making? 

As an artist, coach, and business owner, I know creativity plays a significant role in activating your intuition, senses, and subconscious mind. Engaging in creative activities allows you to channel your energy while keeping your conscious mind occupied. Although it may seem counterintuitive, having fun can actually help you gain clarity and focus on your intentions.

During the Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop in Agia Marina, you will set your intention, meditate, create your intentional candle for the month, and have fun.

When you set intentions while creating something, you signal to your body that you want to bring your project to life. Your body, mind, emotions, and intuition will allocate energy to support your goals. Much of the inner work will happen in the background of your mind, and you will naturally be more open to opportunities and synchronicities and expand your intuition.

Mixing creativity with setting intentions can make your candle magic! I'm still not talking about sorcery, so don't worry! What's magical is that each time you light up your candle during the month, it will remind your mind, body, emotions, and senses of your intention. The fragrance of your candle will gently come to your senses, acting as a coach to help you keep your intention alive and motivate you to make it happen.

When?

1st day of each month from November to Mai 2024

Your candle will need 24 hours to solidify; therefore, if you stay in Agia Marina, you will pass by the shop the day after the workshop to collect it. If you are staying in Aegina Town, we will arrange a time and place where you can collect the candle. If you stay somewhere else on the island, you must arrange your candle pick-up.

Age: above 18 years old

Language: English (French-speaking sessions can be arranged for groups of 4 to 6 participants)

At WHAT TIME is the Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop in Agia Marina?

9:45 am to 2:45 pm (duration ~5h)

The workshop's timing fits the bus schedule from Aegina Town to Agia Marina (9 am) and back (15:15 pm), so even those without a car or bike can enjoy it.

WHERE will the Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop take place?

My Tiny Sanctuary
Leof. Aphaia 222
Agia Marina on Aegina Island, Greece

(beside Proton supermarket)

How to get there to Agia Marina?

• From Aegina Town: You can come by bus, car, scooter or taxi. The journey is about 20-30 minutes.
• From other places on Aegina Island: car, bike, taxi.
• From Athens: As you will need to hop on a ferry to Aegina Town and then on a bus or taxi, I recommend arriving the evening before and enjoying a cosy evening on the island. 

Parking: Free public parking is available at the village's entrance if you are coming from Alones Road or at the end of the village if you are coming from Aphaia Temple. It is in the field opposite the tennis court.

WHAT IS INCLUDED in the Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop in Agia Marina?

You will create one intentional candle for the month. The candle will last about 60h. To create your magic candle, you will be provided with the following material:

• One glass jar with a lid to keep the fragrance fresh and remain dust-free.
• Vegan soy wax.
• Wooden wick
• Fragrances
• Natural decorative elements to add to your candle should you want to.
• Glass painting pens will be available if you want to decorate the glass.

We will start the day with some grounding and visualisation practices:

• Guided meditation
• Ceremonial Cacao cup, tea or water

The workshop lasts about 5 hours and includes a meal and refreshments. If you have a special diet, please bring your food.

• Vegan lunch with a pie or homemade soup depending on my inspiration.
• Tea and water whenever you are thirsty.

What you should BRING to the Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop in Agia Marina

• Your openness to try something new and be playful
• A notebook or notepad and pen to journal
• A blanket or jumper if you fear being cold during the meditation  (the atelier is heated but not super warm)

The Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop in Agia Marina is FOR YOU IF:

• You are looking for a creative way to empower yourself to navigate a project or life change.

The Kalo Mina Candle-Making Workshop in Agia Marina is NOT FOR YOU IF:

• You want to influence someone's life, emotions, or projects through candle making. However, you could offer them the workshop so they can activate it if they are interested.