WISE CIRCLE
Now Enrolling!What if group therapy and a soul-nourishing listening circle fell in love with a writer’s retreat, then moved into a cozy mountain cabin full of cashmere blankets?
Welcome to my signature offering: THE WISE CIRCLE
Wise Circle is a five-week, small-group experience designed to nurture healing and growth within a supportive and intimate space. Led by Alexander Smith, this program integrates mindfulness, therapeutic practices, and spiritual exploration—including movement, music, meditation, writing, and drawing—to cultivate deep self-awareness and emotional resilience. Through guided practices and heartfelt sharing, participants experience a compassionate environment where vulnerability is honored and meaningful connections emerge.
Structure:
Live Zoom Session: Weekly gatherings, each lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes
Pre-Circle Atmosphere: a 10-minute music session to transition into presence
Opening (First 30 minutes)
Guided Mediation (Several minutes)
Two Writing Practices (10-15 minutes)
Short Teaching or Reflection (10 minutes)
The Core Listening and Sharing Circle (60 Minutes):
Each participant has 10 minutes to share and read from writings
Sharing can include reflections, personal experiences
and interactions with meFocus on wise and deep listening, fostering a sacred and supportive space to be seen and heard
Practice Labs (Optional and Supportive): Additional weekly audio and video sessions for deeper exploration (and practice).
Testimonials:
"Alexander creates a sacred and magical space where healing and personal growth are inevitable. It is more than just a circle—it's a life-changing experience."
– Lias Isais Rodriguez
"Wise Circle helped me understand myself better. The group’s warmth and Alexander’s guidance made it safe to be vulnerable, explore difficult emotions, and find peace."
– AJ Marechal
"The creative aspect helped me tap into parts of myself I didn’t know were there. It felt like a creative awakening and a spiritual reset at the same time."
– Michelle Tanner
No prior experience in meditation, writing, or art is needed. Whether you're seeking emotional healing, creative inspiration, or meaningful community, Wise Circle offers a path to transformation.
Open For Enrollment
☀︎Wise and Active Listening
☀︎ Thoughtful Reflecting
☀︎ Collaborative Sharing
☀︎ Topic Writing
☀︎ Meditation Exploration
☀︎ Wise Boundaries Technology
Movement, Music, Drawing, Sketchbook, Writing and Meditation Practice Labs
OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT!
Scholarships and Discounts
Offered to LGBTQIA+ Participants
Winter’s Edge WISE CIRCLES
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$399 Enrollment/Tuition
TUESDAYS 90 Minutes
9AM-10:30AM PT | NOON-1:30PM ET
March 4
March 11
March 18
March 25
April 1
April 8 -
$349 Enrollment/Tuition
SUNDAYS 90 Minutes
9AM-10:30AM PT | NOON-1:30 ET
March 16
March 23
March 30
April 6
April 13
Spring’s Edge WISE CIRCLE
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$349 Enrollment/Tuition
MONDAYS 90 Minutes
1PM-2:30PM PT | 4PM-5:30 ETApril 21
April 28
May 5
May 12
May 19 -
$349 Enrollment/Tuition
TUESDAYS 90 Minutes
9AM-10:30AM PT | NOON-1:30PM ET
April 22
April 29
May 6
May 13
May 20
Included With $349 Tuition
Winter’s Edge (Tuesdays $399) will have one additional week.
Our practice will focus on NOBLE SILENCE and POETRY.
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Circle Format:
10 minute pre-circle music in ZOOM room.
First 45 minutes:
5 minute meditation. 2 writing practices with topics 10-15 minutes. Short teaching 10-15 minutes.60 minutes:
Each of the 6 participants has 10 minutes to share and/or ask for input. Most people share. Don’t worry, trust me, you will find your voice with such a sacred place to be visible and heard. You’re also welcome to read part of what your wrote during practice as part of your share.We practice wise and deep listening and speaking.
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Weekly practice lab. Combination of audio and video teachings. 30 minutes max.
Week 1 The Overture (the roots and structure of our “spiritual retreat”)
Week 2 Movement (of body and emotion)
Week 3 Music
Week 4 Drawing (paint, sketch, color, doodle)
Week 5 Writing & Meditation
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BEGIN AGAIN: The healing is in your return. Additional (personal) content for my WISE CIRCLE ALUMNI who wish to enroll, connect and practice this season.
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Weekly guided meditation.
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During our movement practice week you’ll get access to 12 unique yoga classes presented by Kenny, Sheri & Ali from SoulFULL Solutions NYC.
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We’ll meet in real time on ZOOM and meditate together for 20 minutes. Different day and time. During our final week leaning into the meditation practice lab.
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Ask me (privately) one pointed question or topic. In response, I’ll record a private audio with ideas and suggestions.
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Instant access to my Guided Meditation Starter Kit ($49 Value) with over 20 guided meditations ready to go. They range in length from 5-18 minutes.
Here’s what you can expect to LEARN, based off reviews from previous wise circle participants.
I do best with a community to share with and actively listen to.
Meditation comes in all shapes and sizes; every way is the right way.
I’m not alone in suffering.
How to create empathy for myself, as I would for someone else.
I learned how to move past my instinct to shape a share, or shape a writing prompt into something that felt like a clean narrative... and lean into just raw, immediate self-expression.
It’s okay to use my voice.
I deserve 90 minutes a week to myself.
Showing up and doing simple practices makes a profound impact on my life.
Explore different avenues of play and creation.
I came away with great tools for getting out of the head spiral with writing and drawing.
Here’s what other soul siblings LOVE about wise circle.
The flow of weekly practice labs was wonderful.
The whole experience was magic.
I loved the writing and drawing prompts.
We were only required to show up as we were.
The intimacy of the small group.
Alexander’s gentle and wise presence and leadership.
Loved the weekly musings and meditations.
I love that I felt safe to share and be vulnerable.
I loved listening and caring fully to hear another’s experience and feelings.
I LOVE that it just felt like such a safe and soft place to show up and be completely vulnerable. In the 5 weeks we sat with each other I really did feel like I connected with my soul siblings.
I really loved the format, the amount of time each session, and seeing everyone each week. I liked how you had a subject each week for drawing and writing.
What did you LOVE about the ten minute share each week in wise circle?
“I loved watching someone's share unfold. It's one thing to share for three minutes... or five minutes... But a ten minute share is a journey, and a vulnerable one. It asks you to remain open and take up that space. And it asks us fellow Wise Circle members to remain in that state of deep listening. Some Circle members (myself included) would go on an entire emotional journey in those ten minutes, from a quippy entry into a deep revelation at the end. I felt so grateful to bear witness. There was so much humanity in that. I also was so grateful to have people bear witness to me. I tried my best in Wise Circle to not filter my experience for others, which was scary and hard. But it's something I needed to practice in order to accept myself more after recent relationship events and heal. Wise Circle gave me the environment to practice that.”
AJ Marechal
“Being a part of the Wise Circle reminded me how important it is to have a small community of people to share things with. The writing and drawing prompts gave direction making it easier for me to get started. Alexander is a terrific mentor, facilitator, and friend. I will be begging to sign up for another session.”
— Pam McGinnis
Testimonials
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I loved everything about it. I loved all the resources you gave, I loved the small group. I love that their were 7 of us, it was intimate and we got to know each other.
Molly Ranker
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It was simply magical and I wouldn't have changed anything because it brought so much wisdom and clarity to me during a dark period.
Lias Isais Rodriguez
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I learned that I’m not alone in suffering and how to create the same empathy for myself as I would for someone else. I also came away with some great tools for getting out of the head spiral with writing and drawing.
Bailey S.
“Alexander facilitated a informative, deeply caring and inspiring circle that I will carry in my heart. Practicing poetry, music, art, movement & mindfulness with fellow soul seekers has inspired me to burst with creativity and love my life again. To be alive is the point. Simple and profound and it was lovely to be guided by such a gifted, gentle and wise teacher.”
— Lisa Isais Rodriguez
“Meeting weekly for a month in circle setting was a gift! I got so much out of our time together but also gained much from the musings, prompts, meditations, and assignments that Alexander gave us every week. He is a delight to work with.. highly recommend!”
— Shawn Woltz
“Alexander’s Wise Circle was a beautiful space to connect and learn. It was beneficial for me to dive deeper into spiritual intention and learn various ways to do this. The connection we got as a small group was amazing. We shared our experiences on the topics Alexander provided and it gave an authentic way to see similarities and differences within the circle. I’ve loved Alexander’s wisdom and insight and this gave me the opportunity to connect with him regularly and on a deeper and more personal level.”
— Molly Ranker
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FEATURED EPISODE:
“Spinning Light In Midwinter: Call Me Jedi Blue Feather”
As winter lingers and the first whispers of spring stir beneath the surface, how do we honor this in-between season? In this episode, Alexander Blue Feather reflects on Imbolc, the Gaelic festival marking the midpoint between winter solstice and spring equinox. He explores the themes of rest, renewal, and the quiet work happening beneath the surface—both in nature and within ourselves. Drawing from Katherine May’s wisdom and his own creative practices, he invites listeners to slow down, tend to their roots, and embrace small rituals of light and stillness. Plus, updates on Wise Circles, new watercolor prints, and the music that’s been carrying him through this season.
Mentioned in this episode:
✨ Imbolc and the art of honoring winter’s pause
✨ Katherine May’s reflections on midwinter
✨ Music as a companion in silence and transformation
✨ Small rituals to welcome renewal
✨ Updates on Wise Circles & creative offerings
Tune in and join this journey of deep listening, reflection, and gentle awakening.
“What a soothing, gentle introduction to making sit happen. Your love resonates with every soft word, encouragement, and the thoughtful soundscape. Thank you Alexander for sharing the gifts you’ve developed and the powerful peace you have cultivated. My anxiety has evaporated and restful slumber awaits.”
— B
“Being part of the Wise Circle Spring 2023 was nothing short of transformative. Alexander is gifted in creating a safe and beautiful space where authenticity, heartfelt feelings, and growth flourish.”
— Pamela Dunn
“Alexander's Wise Circle gave me a space where I could be witnessed as my realest self — messy emotions, processes and all. To be witnessed, and in turn witness others in their journeys, was very healing. We all deserve to have a space where we can show up exactly where we are at, and as exactly who we are. Spring Wise Circle gave me that. I can't wait to join again in another season!"
— AJ Marechal
“The Wise Circle provided a safe, playful, and loving space for me to practice using my (long-silenced) voice. It helped me navigate a very difficult life event with more courage and grace.”
— Julie Cornett
“I loved everything about the wise circle. Alexander is such a gentle, wise, and caring field guide. He really listens and provides such meaningful feedback. I loved how the wise circle was so well organized. The combination of meditation, writing and sharing was phenomenal. Each week, I looked forward to the wise circle because Alexander is truly inspirational and a guiding light. His enthusiasm, kindness, and wisdom made the experience amazing.
I can't wait to do another wise circle. Alexander is a shining star of bright light in a world that can be overwhelming and difficult.
If I could do Alexanders wise circle every week for the rest of my life, I would 💜.”
— Jamie Gorbatov
“I enrolled in the wise circle during a really challenging time in my life. It was very therapeutic for me to have my experiences witnessed in a safe, loving, judgement-free space. I could bring whatever was on my heart and mind each session and left feeling lighter and more connected to my own true self.”
— Bethany
“I joined wise circles to allow for support while undergoing EMDR. The light, love and happiness that I received from participating has definitely changed me. I listen to classical piano in my car, I am going to try painting and I think I have a story in me that prior I was too afraid to tell. Alexander you made me feel accepted and not so scared of the things that I already survived. Hopefully one day I get that in real life with you. Until then, well thank goodness for zoom!”
— Christine Kelley
“ I learned to sit and sit through some hard revelations. I could put some of what I was working on into art, music and writing immediately. This process could have been too overwhelming if ALEXANDER didn’t help to prompt and facilitate the tools, learning and healing. I loved the space that was held for each person and their experiences and seeking. I love that we are seekers that found one another through Alexander. The example and support personified by Alexander set the culture and the content of how we shared space. Truly a gift.”
— Marcy Schell
