THE WAY OF YIN • MOONLIT MENTOR CERTIFICATION • 4TH GENERATION
The Maiden’s Moon
Become a Moonlit Mentor for the Next Generation
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A 5-week certification program rooting you in East Asian Medicine, ancestral cyclical wisdom, and the sacred art of holding space for maidens entering their first seasons of menstruation.
"Kris was able to steward myself and the group through some emotions that came up as well as navigate us into the depths of understanding the why beyond the surface of what our bodies physically express during this rite of passage."
Jenny, @jenniferjimeno_
· 2024 Cohort Graduate ·
THE WOUND WE ARE HERE TO HEAL
The Circle Was Always Meant to Hold This
For most of human history, the entire womb continuum was held with ceremony, community, and the deep knowing of those who came before. From a young person’s first bleed to the many rites of passage that followed through a lifetime of cycles, each threshold was received by elders, marked with ritual, and witnessed by the whole.
Within just a few generations, this was largely dismantled. The culture many of us were raised in replaced the sacred with the clinical, the cyclical with the shameful, the communal with the solitary. Many of us know this not as ancient history, but as personal history. It lives in our own stories of first bleeds that happened quietly, without witness or celebration.
Most of us received nothing but a few pads slipped quietly into our hands and an awkward silence that told us more than any words could. And so, most of us, even now, carry that silence in our bodies.
The Maiden’s Moon is the remembrance, and the repair.
“I have spent years disconnected from my cycle. I didn’t know another way was even possible.”
“I want to give the young people in my life something I never had. But I don’t know where to begin.”
“I feel called to this work, but am I really qualified? Do I have anything meaningful to offer?”
WHERE WE STAND
A growing movement of educators and ceremonialists is reclaiming menarche as the sacred threshold it has always been. The Maiden’s Moon adds to this chorus the healing language of East Asian Medicine, rooting cyclical wisdom in the body’s own ancient map.
This program is designed for caregivers, mothers, aunties, grandmothers, teachers, healers, and anyone who feels the pull toward this work. Whether you are new to circle holding or already walking this path, the Maiden’s Moon will ground you in the wisdom, tools, and confidence to become a trusted guide in your community.
Here, you will learn to hold sacred space for maidens as they discover their menstrual cycles, not merely as a barometer of health, but as a source of power and a bridge to the rhythms of nature. Rooted in the timeless principles of East Asian Medicine and earth-based traditions, this program will empower you to guide the next generation with wisdom, compassion, and presence.
And through this work, you will meet and tend to your own inner maiden, too.
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EAST ASIAN MEDICINE
CYCLICAL WISDOM
RITE OF PASSAGE
MENARCHE CEREMONY
FIVE ELEMENTS
MOON & SEASONS
JING ESSENCE
CIRCLE FACILITATION
INNER MAIDEN HEALING
COMMUNITY BUILDING
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR
If You Feel Called, You Belong Here
No prior experience is required. Only an open heart, a willingness to learn, and a call you can’t quite explain but cannot ignore. Caregivers, mothers, aunties, grandmothers, teachers, healers, and anyone passionate about supporting the next generation are welcome.
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Caregivers & Aunties
Mothers, grandmothers, aunties, and trusted adults who want to offer young people in their circle something they never received themselves.
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Healers & Practitioners
Herbalists, acupuncturists, bodyworkers, midwives, and wellness practitioners expanding their offerings into the rite-of-passage space.
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Educators & Leaders
Teachers, youth workers, community organizers, and human-centered leaders who understand that the most vital work happens in circle, not in a classroom.
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Ceremonialists & Circle Holders
Those already called to sacred space work who want to bring depth, ancestral grounding, and East Asian wisdom into their existing offerings.
Enrollment Opens March 2026!
Regular Pricing: $579 or 2 Payments of $299
We will open enrollment with Early Bird pricing that will be available for 1 week only.
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*Includes lifetime access to the course curriculum & recordings.
**You have 1 year from the end of the course to complete all requirements for certification.
***Be sure to sign-up to the waitlist below as enrollment is limited.
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There’s so much that I’ve learned from holding these circles and encountered many sticky conversations that I'd love to share with you. I'll share what age group to focus on, how to build rapport and trust, navigate the tough and interesting questions and communicate with their caregivers. Through this mentorship, you'll gain the skills and confidence to hold your own maiden circles.
Are you ready?
What You’ll Gain:
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Learn about the timeless teachings of East Asian Medicine and earth-based traditions, empowering maidens to see their menstrual cycles as a reflection of their health and a gateway to their innate power.
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Develop the soft skills to hold nurturing, creative spaces for maidens—through short group lessons, arts & crafts, and guided explorations of their cyclical nature.
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Join a vibrant network of like-hearted facilitators and become a sought-after, moonlit mentor in your community, trusted to guide with wisdom and heart.
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Adapt the curriculum to your unique energy and style. Whether you choose to offer it over 5 weeks, months, or years, this program is your launching pad to weave in traditions from your own lineage and let your creativity shine.
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As a bonus, you’ll receive meditations, qigong practices, and somatic exercises to support your own inner maiden healing, ensuring you feel nourished and grounded as you guide others.
Our Weekly Curriculum
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Explore menarche as a rite of passage across cultures and traditions.
Learn how to create meaningful rituals to honor this transition.
Discover the importance of multigenerational spaces and cultural inclusivity.
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Heal your own relationship with your menstrual cycle and reclaim its power.
Dive into the East Asian Medicine concept of Jing Essence and its connection to your ancestors.
Learn how to understand the ebb of flow your cycle as a tool for self-awareness and empowerment.
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Explore the sacred energetics of menstruation and its connection to nature.
Align your cycle with the moon’s phases, the seasons, and the Five Elements.
Discover the unique gifts of each phase of your cycle.
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Learn the soft skills of holding space, building rapport and gaining trust with confidence and care.
Explore themes like our connection to nature, deep body knowing, and self-care practices.
Help maiden families plan and facilitate a menarche ceremony to celebrate this sacred transition.
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Define your offering and identify your ideal demographic.
Build a marketing plan and network to attract participants.
Learn the logistics of protection, collaboration, and how to price your offerings.
Your Bonuses ✨
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Access to all course materials, including videos, workbooks, and resources.
Free updates as the course evolves with new content and insights.
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A safe, nurturing space to connect with other facilitators.
Opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and shared learning.
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Ready-to-use templates for social media, waivers, booklets, and more.
What You’ll Learn
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Explore how the menstrual cycle mirrors the lunar phases and seasonal rhythms, creating a profound connection to nature.
Educate maidens about the four phases of their menstrual cycle and how each phase aligns with the moon's cycle (waxing, full, waning, and new) and the earth's seasons.
Discover how to use this wisdom to help maidens feel grounded, empowered, and in tune with their bodies.
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Dive into the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) and their correspondence to the menstrual cycle and overall health.
Learn about Jing Essence and how to care for this precious resource.
Learn best practices for each phase like dietary guidance, and lifestyle practices to nurture the body through each phase of the cycle.
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Develop the art of creating a comfortable, nurturing environment where maidens feel seen, heard, and supported.
Practice active listening, empathetic communication, and group facilitation techniques to foster trust and connection.
Gain confidence in guiding activities like arts & crafts, journaling, and group discussions that help maidens explore their cyclical nature.
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Learn how to adapt the curriculum to your teaching style—whether you prefer a structured 5-week program or a more fluid, long-term approach.
Discover how to weave in your own traditions, stories, and cultural heritage to create a unique and personal offering.
Explore pricing, group size, and logistics to create a sustainable and impactful practice in your community.
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As part of your journey, you’ll receive meditations, qigong practices, and somatic exercises to support your own healing and connection to your cyclical nature.
Learn how to embody the teachings yourself, so you can guide others from a place of authenticity and wholeness.
Jenny @jenniferjimeno_
“I have really enjoyed this 5 week journey with The Way of Yin. Kris’s energy and teaching is charged with the energy of her grounded, nurturing and thorough approach in each meeting and lesson. Maidens and Menstruation took my inner maiden on a journey that incited much of my own inquiry and self reflection. Kris was able to steward myself and the group through some emotions that came up as well as navigate us into the depths of understanding the why beyond the surface of what our bodies physically express during this rite of passage. Our time together moved quite quickly and I’ll miss our community. One of my favourite parts was the community and interaction amid each other. It felt like medicine for the heart.
Thank you, Kris for your guidance and teachings, you have a nourishing way of holding space through which I felt so welcome throughout our time together. I’m so excited to share this work out there in the world ❤️.”
Emma
“This mentorship was such a beautiful experience, from the beginning I felt very held & supported by Kris who really respected the tenderness that could potentially be felt when moving through this framework. I have deepened my knowledge & understanding of cycles, puberty, rites of passage & of myself! I feel like I have learnt a new way of holding this within my own lineage. I'm looking forward to sharing what I've learnt with my own daughter & feel excited to bring this into my local community. Thank you so much Kris.”
Your Guide
Dr. Kris González, DAcCHM
Nourishing Life Tradition 養生 yǎng shēng enthusiast and founder of The Way of Yin, a lifestyle education company dedicated entirely to bridging the wellness gap in reproductive health by leaning in on timeless wisdom.
Have Questions?
Email hello@thewayofyin.com
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FAQs
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One question we hear often is: “Am I qualified? Do I need prior experience?” Let this question land gently, and take a moment to listen to the pull in your heart. Your longing to hold these sacred spaces and your intention to guide young maidens are your greatest qualifications. 🌸✨
This program is for anyone passionate about supporting young maidens in reconnecting with their bodies and cycles. No prior experience is required—just an open heart and a willingness to learn. You are already guided by the wisdom of your ancestors, and this mentorship will help you uncover and trust that inner knowing.
We believe that your intention is your greatest credential. Whether you’re a mother, auntie, grandmother, teacher, or healer, if you feel called to this work, you belong here. Sometimes, we need a community to bounce ideas off of, to gain clarity, and to feel held as we step into new roles. That’s exactly what this program provides: a nurturing space to grow, learn, and connect with like-hearted guides. 🌙💖
Together, we’ll honor the sacred wisdom of the body, the cycles of nature, and the ancestral knowledge that flows through us all. You don’t need to have all the answers—you just need to be ready to begin.
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You’ll have lifetime access to all course materials, including updates and new content.
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All sessions are recorded and available for replay, so you can learn at your own pace.
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*You’ll have 1 year from the end of the 5 weeks to apply for certification.
To become certified, you’ll need to attend all live sessions (or watch the recordings) and complete small assignments within the workbook.
The World Needs You!
Amid a culture that forgets the body's deep knowing and silences our rhythmic nature, your role as a Maiden Circle Facilitator becomes a radical act of remembrance. You hold space for a different way of being—one rooted in cyclical wisdom. Join us in cultivating a world where every maiden is met with understanding, uplifted in deep relationships, and empowered to tend to their own well-being and the flourishing of their communities.