Storytelling workshops

Aliveness Within

Stories from Ancestors

In this immersive storytelling workshop, we blend the magic of ancient oral storytelling with the wild wisdom of Glendalough’s nature (Co. Wicklow, Ireland) to reawaken our senses, curiosity, and joy. This storytelling workshop is for anyone craving less routine, more wonder. Come as you are — leave lighter, brighter, and buzzing with life.

Overview

“Have you ever taken a moment to notice the quiet hum of aliveness within you and the vibrant pulse of life all around you?

In this storytelling workshop, we will embark on a journey to rediscover that connection through two profound guides: oral storytelling and wild nature.

Oral storytelling will transport us beyond everyday thinking, refreshing our perspectives on ourselves and the world. Meanwhile, the stunning landscapes of Glendalough (Co. Wicklow, Ireland) will awaken our senses, and ground us in the present moment.

We will particularly focus on our ancestral stories, honouring the departed souls in our families. Our intention is to explore our connection to our roots, finding strength and guidance for our life’s journey.

This is where wonder meets wisdom — come and explore what it truly means to feel alive.

 

What is it?

In this experiential storytelling workshop, you will actively reconnect with your innate sense of aliveness through two powerful channels:

  1. Guided Labyrinth Walk
    • Journey through Glendalough’s ancient labyrinth
    • Use this sacred path as a mirror for your inner exploration
    • Practice walking meditation to quiet the mind and awaken intuition
  2. Storytelling Sessions
    • Listen to traditional and personal tales that reveal new perspectives on being alive
    • Explore how stories can rekindle wonder in daily life
    • Share your own experiences

What to expect

  • Practical tools to access aliveness anytime
  • Deeper connection to yourself through nature
  • Fresh ways of seeing and feeling through ancient wisdom
  • A personal experience of the labyrinth’s transformative power

What do people say

“Senem brings a timeless wisdom that reaches back through the ages, offering something truly unique. It feels like a real privilege to receive the fruits of so many years of research, shared in such beautifully distilled moments. Senem is a truly wise guide through the web of life.” — Gillian Duffin

“This workshop has transformed the way I relate to life for the better.” — Rümeysa Aslan

“The experience in and around the labyrinth was one of the most nourishing and impactful times of my life. It felt as though there was a mysterious reason why we had all come together that day — as if everything was in service of a shared purpose. I had the sense that we had shifted into another dimension, yet we were there together. I truly believe that space was sacred.” — Merve Usta

Meet Senem

Senem is an internationally renowned storyteller, story practitioner, and author. Holding a PhD in the natural sciences—with research cited over 300 times in international publications—she brings intellectual depth to her creative work.

She weaves together science and art to spark a sense of aliveness in audiences of all ages. Whether through interactive storytelling, lively storytelling workshops, or her books, she transforms learning into a joyful, shared adventure. Her sessions thrive on audience energy, humour, and surprise.

Known for her expressive and playful presence, Senem enjoys blending the ancient wisdom of traditional stories with contemporary, real-life experiences. In her performances, she creates a bridge between past and present, myth and modern-day reality.