day 02 - tcm workshop with denys | sleep soundly - november

about the series

sleep soundly is a two-part multi-modal sleep hygiene series designed to cultivate rest, mindfulness, and connection to ones body for women & gender diverse people of colour.

about tcm

traditional chinese medicine (tcm) is a holistic healing system that dates back over 3,000 years. it views the body as an interconnected whole—linking physical, mental, and emotional health—rather than focusing on isolated symptoms, practices such as acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, herbal medicine, nutrition, and qigong all fall under the umbrella of tcm. each modality aims to restore balance to the body’s vital energy, known as qi.

day 02 with denys gamotin

explore herbs and tea-making through the lens of traditional chinese medicine. together, we’ll uncover your body constitution, learn the foundations of five element theory, and discover the basics of food and herb energetics. after a sensory exploration of the herbs, you’ll craft your own medicinal tea blend, tailored to you.

we’ll open with a gentle qi gong practice to arrive in the body, and close with a mindful steeping ritual to savour what you’ve made.

meet your guides

denys gamotin (she/her) is an acupuncturist, traditional chinese medicine practitioner, yoga instructor and meditation guide who is passionate about singing karaoke and eating pasta. her offerings include acupuncture, cupping, eastern bodywork (tuina), gua sha and moxibustion. her main intention is collective healing — treating individuals and supporting them through their own wellness journeys, so that they have the capacity to show up for their communities and loved ones. after completing over 900 clinical hours at eight branches college of eastern medicine, she discovered that supporting people through mental health challenges as well as treating gynecological conditions are some of her areas of interest.

nia o (she/her) @restorewithnia is a meditation and sound artist. as the founder of colour in mind, her intention is to bridge mindfulness with culturally relevant spaces for women and gender people of colour to bring remedy and collective healing.

date, location & time

• sunday, november 15th 2026

• 6pm to 8pm

• the villij, 5 dickens st, m5m1t8

you’ll need

• comfortable clothes to do light movement (qigong) in

• journal and pen

we will provide

• teas and herbs

• mats, seat back chairs and tables

• snacks, water and other non-alc drinks

waiver & release of liability

• by attending and participating in this event, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and that wellness activities, including qigong movement, acupressure, herbal tea making, and indoor programming, involve inherent risks. you agree to participate at your own discretion and assume responsibility for your wellbeing throughout the event.

• colour in mind, facilitators, volunteers, partners, sponsors, and venue providers are not responsible for any injury, loss, damage, allergic reaction, or illness that may occur as a result of participation. by attending, you release and hold harmless colour in mind and all affiliated parties from any claims arising from your participation in this event.

• if you have any medical conditions, injuries, allergies, or concerns that may affect your participation, please consult a healthcare professional and participate according to your needs and comfort level.

sponsored tickets

• please fill out the form on our contact page to receive a sponsored ticket :) hardest part is asking!

accessibility

location:

• the villij - one gender neutral bathroom and the studio has a step up to enter and a 7 steps down to go into the studio.

trauma sensitive space:

• in our discussions, we prioritize creating an inclusive and trauma-sensitive environment. we recognize that participants have diverse experiences and backgrounds, and it is essential to ensure that everyone feels safe and respected. we will use inclusive language.

• attendees are encouraged to participate at their comfort level, with the option to step out or seek support if needed. we are committed to cultivating a space where safety is the priority. by prioritizing trauma sensitivity, we aim to create a supportive, explorative and healing environment for all.