Chicago's Scream Club offers emotional support
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Screaming is therapeutic and a new club is giving you the space to do it with others.
The big picture: Last Sunday evening, I stopped by Scream Club Chicago and I must say, I enjoyed everything about it!
- Yes, you can talk to a therapist or vent to a friend, but sometimes … you just need to scream.
How it worked: Locals gathered near North Avenue Beach's pier and group leaders asked us to write down something we want to let go of.
- We tossed those pieces of paper into the lake, an act of release to whatever is weighing us down.
- We were led with a few breathwork techniques followed by lots of screaming!
Flashback: Breathwork practitioner Manny Hernandez and Elena Soboleva started Scream Club Chicago in June after experiencing their own personal need to let off some steam.
What they're saying: "People gain not only a safe space to release their emotions, to prepare for the week but also feel less alone in the journey," Soboleva told Axios. "
💭 My thought bubble: I am a natural screamer, so I was thrilled to learn about a unique event giving me the space to release stress with others. Living in a fast-paced city, it's nice to sometimes slow down and make space for your emotions.
- 🎥 Lower the volume and watch my scream experience.
What's next: Scream Club Chicago meets every Sunday at 7pm at North Avenue Beach and it's free.