
#6: Zena Birch, Humanist Celebrant, on The Power of Forgiveness, The Role of Storytelling, Creating Personal & Enjoyable Wedding Ceremonies & Finding Love & Grace in Darker Times
10/31/23 • 96 min
LOVEMYDRESS.NET // Zena Birch is a Humanist wedding celebrant whose life mission is to inspire others to chose love in every aspect of their lives. Zena's path to becoming a celebrant was forged through deeply personal experiences. In moments of profound tragedy, unimaginable loss, and the power of forgiveness, she discovered firsthand the transformative nature of love. Through these experiences, she witnessed love's ability to heal wounds, forge connections, and imbue our lives with indescribable joy and treasured memories.
As a Humanist celebrant, Zena treasures the belief that love transcends boundaries and should be celebrated in a way that is authentic and profoundly meaningful to each couple. Her approach is rooted in inclusivity, embracing the beautiful diversity of love and the countless ways in which it manifests itself in our lives. She believes that love has the power to dismantle prejudice, ignorance, and despair.
With a compassionate heart and an unwavering commitment to her craft, Zena infuses her ceremonies with tenderness and an enchanting touch that is uniquely hers - I like to think of it as Zena magic. Zena has an innate gift for creating a safe and sacred space where couples can freely express their love, allowing their individual narratives to unfold in all their beauty.
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TRIGGER WARNING: Please note, this episode explores the issue of grief, a road traffic accident and loss of a sibling as a child.
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LOVEMYDRESS.NET // Zena Birch is a Humanist wedding celebrant whose life mission is to inspire others to chose love in every aspect of their lives. Zena's path to becoming a celebrant was forged through deeply personal experiences. In moments of profound tragedy, unimaginable loss, and the power of forgiveness, she discovered firsthand the transformative nature of love. Through these experiences, she witnessed love's ability to heal wounds, forge connections, and imbue our lives with indescribable joy and treasured memories.
As a Humanist celebrant, Zena treasures the belief that love transcends boundaries and should be celebrated in a way that is authentic and profoundly meaningful to each couple. Her approach is rooted in inclusivity, embracing the beautiful diversity of love and the countless ways in which it manifests itself in our lives. She believes that love has the power to dismantle prejudice, ignorance, and despair.
With a compassionate heart and an unwavering commitment to her craft, Zena infuses her ceremonies with tenderness and an enchanting touch that is uniquely hers - I like to think of it as Zena magic. Zena has an innate gift for creating a safe and sacred space where couples can freely express their love, allowing their individual narratives to unfold in all their beauty.
ZENA BIRCH:
zenabirch.com
@zenabirchweddings
The Little Book of Humanist Weddings
LOVE MY DRESS:
lovemydress.net
Shop
Podcast
Directory
@lovemydress
@annabelbeeforth
TRIGGER WARNING: Please note, this episode explores the issue of grief, a road traffic accident and loss of a sibling as a child.
DEAF? You will find a full transcript via the 'Transcript' tab on this page.
PLEASE FOLLOW, RATE & REVIEW OUR PODCAST
Please kindly take a moment to subscribe to The Love My Dress Podcast today. And if you haven't already, I'd greatly appreciate your consideration in leaving a friendly review or rating. These small actions require mere seconds of your time but will play a vital role in enhancing our visibility on platforms like Spotify, Apple, and Google. Thank you so very much for your support and encouragement.
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The Love My Dress Podcast: Weddings, Business & Life - #6: Zena Birch, Humanist Celebrant, on The Power of Forgiveness, The Role of Storytelling, Creating Personal & Enjoyable Wedding Ceremonies & Finding Love & Grace in Darker Times
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