IS THIS YOU?
Do you sometimes feel lonely and miss connecting with like-minded people?
Would you like to do something for yourself but don’t know where to start?
Do you feel stressed a lot of the time, and like there’s no room for things and activities that you actually enjoy?
Do you feel like you’re not allowed to feel joyful because the world around you is in turmoil…
…or have you perhaps lost touch with finding joy (“Heiterkeit”) in everyday life – and maybe even in your business?
HOW IT ALL STARTED - A NOTE FROM FOUNDER KATHARINA:
WHAT’S INCLUDED - AN OVERVIEW
The aim of the society is to help you find and celebrate joy beyond the pages. By offering a variety of creative and mindful sessions, monthly get-togethers, a digital community page, regular meditation sessions and bonuses like The Heiter Society Book Club, we would like to enhance and strengthen feelings of Heiterkeit (which is German for joy) as well as the feeling of connection.
We are also hoping to reduce overwhelm for the many small business and independent brand owners amongst you: we’d like to support you in rediscovering joy in your work and give you the opportunity to feel less alone on your business venture. Apart from anti-overwhelm business advice, group consulting sessions and co-working, we provide you with unique opportunities to promote your businesses.
OUR WORKSHOPS + MEMBERS AREA
We always have a variety of mindful and creative as well as online coaching sessions planned for our members. Some of them are already up on the heiter website. Find out more here.
By joining The Heiter Society, not only do you get access to all live sessions but also a private membership area that will allow you to watch and dip in and out of the recordings of all heiter sessions, including the ones that were held in the past! If you are a Level 2 (business) member, you will be able to access all new and previous anti-overwhelm business sessions, too.
Examples of previous heiter sessions:
Painting with Sue Rapley Art, Yoga with Kat Amey, Macrame Session with Anne Rajoo, Calligraphy with Gaelle Jolly, Journaling with Nicole from Journal Junky, How to Make Natural Facial Skin Elixirs with Becky Cole, Photography Session with Vanessa Simpson, Baking with Amy Minichiello, Face Yoga with Sarika, Cooking with Chef Mel, Flower Wreath Making with Anna from Tales of Apple Tree House
Examples of previous ‘feel-good’ marketing/’anti-overwhelm’ business sessions:
Goal Setting with creative mentor Anna Bee, Joyful Marketing Session with founder & editor-in-chief Katharina Geissler-Evans, Make it Easy Pinterest workshop with Dörte from Curly Carrots, Wow with Your Welcome Emails with Lauren Whelan from The Multi Story Co, Reflect on Your Year Workshop with Frank + Feel, Confidence in Your Business Session with creative mentor Tamzin Merivale, Money Mindset Coaching with Julia Shteynberg.
CONSULTING SESSIONS FOR OUR BUSINESS LEVEL
Based on her broad experience from working in the (fashion) e-commerce and publishing industry as well as running heiter, founder & editor-in-chief Katharina has consulted with several independent fashion and lifestyle brands over the years. She uses her knowledge in our hot-seat consulting sessions to support the THS (The Heiter Society) business members. The sessions are in a group-setting and therefore, also a great way to exchange ideas and get in feedback from other members, who are all like-minded business owners with similar experiences.
HOW BECOMING A MEMBER WILL MAKE YOU FEEL
Becoming a society member will help you feel supported, connected & as a part of a tight-knit community. You will be full of optimism, and ready to see and enjoy all the heiter things that are available to you right now. Opposite feelings of Heiterkeit are feelings like loneliness and overwhelm. To work against them, we need to build relationships and true connections. Yes, chatting on social media is fun and can bring joy, but to truly enjoy ourselves is strongly linked to sharing experiences with others. By offering a community, regular get-togethers and heiter workshops, we help you to experience more joy, and that with ease: all you need to do is show up. We sort out the rest for you.
The two different society tiers:
LEVEL 1 (HEITER MOMENTS TIER)
The perfect membership level for everyone who’s interested in learning new skills, expanding their social networking, or simply having more “me-time” after work or when the kids are in bed.
monthly heiter sessions: creative and mindful online workshops such as yoga, embodiment coaching, painting, baking
recordings of all heiter sessions
a monthly meditation session
monthly get-togethers with other members
access to our calm, kind and caring FB community
BONUS: a digital version of every new heiter print publication
BONUS 2: the opportunity to join The Heiter Society Book Club
Price, monthly: €27 or around £23/month
Price, annual: €277 or around £237
LEVEL 2 (HEITER BUSINESS TIER)
The perfect membership level for everyone who’s interested in creating joyful moments in their personal and work lives. Say goodbye to stress, hustle, and loneliness, and say hello to feelings of calm, "Heiterkeit" (joy), togetherness, and support instead.
bi-monthly anti-overwhelm business sessions: online workshops with soul-led coaches and marketing consultants
bi-monthly hot-seat anti-overwhelm marketing and business consulting sessions for 3-4 members with founder Katharina
monthly co-working sessions
monthly heiter sessions: creative and mindful online workshops such as yoga, embodiment coaching, painting, baking
recordings of all heiter sessions
a monthly meditation session
monthly get-togethers with other members
access to our calm, kind and caring FB community
BONUS: a digital version of every new heiter print publication
BONUS 2: long-term programme members (who join for 6 months and more) get access to a members-only media kit with a 70% off discount on regular advertising prices
BONUS 3: the opportunity to join The Heiter Society Book Club
Price, monthly: €77 or around £66/month
Price, annual: €777 or around £667
Frequently Asked Questions: The Heiter Society Membership
Below, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to provide you with all the necessary information to make the most out of your society experience.
Q: What is The Heiter Society, heiter’s community membership?
A: Our membership is designed to help our readers find and celebrate joy in everyday life. By offering a variety of creative and mindful sessions, we would like to strengthen the feeling of connection and general Heiterkeit (which is German for joy). We are also hoping to reduce overwhelm for the many small business and independent brand owners amongst our readers, help them feel more heiter in their work and give them the opportunity to bond with others who are in the same situation (and feel less alone on their journey). Furthermore, we offer opportunities to help them promote their businesses. By becoming a member, you gain access to a wide range of perks, including discounts on advertising in heiter, invitations to special events, and more.
Q: How can I become a member?
A: Joining our membership is simple! Just visit our online shop and click on the "Membership" tab. From there, you will see an overview of the different levels as well as payment forms. For both levels we offer monthly and annual payment options. Select the level (and payment form) that suits you and your life situation most and pay securely via our shop. You can chose between Paypal and Credit Card as payment options. If you choose the monthly membership, future (automatic) payment will be set up via Stripe for you. Once your first payment is completed, we will be in touch and give you access to all the features and benefits available to our members.
Q: Are there different membership tiers?
A: Yes, heiter offers different tiers to cater to the different situations our readers and community members are in. We currently offer a Heiter Moments Membership (Level 1), which provides access to future and previous heiter sessions, get-togethers with like-minded members, regular mediation sessions and a private FB community. It is perfect for everyone who’s interested in learning new skills, expanding their social networking or simply having more “me-time” after work or when the kids are in bed. The Heiter Business Membership (Level 2) unlocks additional perks, such as anti-overwhelm business sessions, hot-seat consulting calls and co-working sessions with other business members. Level 2 members also get access to a “members-only” media kit with discounts to the general heiter advertising fees. This level is perfect for small and independent business owners who are looking to introduce more joy (Heiterkeit) to their working life – and connect with other business owners.
Q: How much does the membership cost?
A: Our fees vary depending on the tier you choose. The Heiter Moments Membership (Level 1) is available at a monthly subscription fee of €27 (about GBP23) or an annual fee of €277 (about GBP237) . For those seeking a more enhanced, business-orientated experience, the Heiter Business Membership (Level 2) is available at a monthly subscription fee of €77 (or GBP67) or a discounted, annual fee of €777 (or GBP667).
Q: Can I cancel my membership at any time?
A: Absolutely! We understand that circumstances may change, which is why we offer flexibility to our members. You can cancel your monthly membership at any time by emailing the society support team. Please note that you will have to inform us at least 5 days prior to your next monthly payment. If you fail to inform us within that time frame, we have to ask you to pay for another full month.
Q: Is there a trial period for the membership?
A: We currently do not offer trials but you are welcome to purchase a ticket for our individual workshops (through the heiter online shop) to get a feeling of our lovely community and what it’s like to attend our sessions. There is of course also the opportunity to sign up for a month only and then cancel your membership if you wish.
Q: When do you run the individual sessions?
A: The majority of our heiter sessions (creative and mindful workshops) are on a Thursday evening (7.30pm UK time | 8.30pm CET) so that they support you in switching off and doing something for yourself after a long day of work or caring for your loved ones. All get-togethers are held on the third Thursday of the month (7.30pm UK time | 8.30pm CET). heiter business sessions as well as hot-seat consulting calls usually take place on Thursday morning/lunch time (so that they fit in nicely with your working hours). Now and then we have guest speakers from outside Europe so there is a chance that some workshops run on a Thursday evening. Our co-working sessions are on every last Friday of the month (10am UK time | 11am CET).
Q: Where do you run the individual sessions?
A: We use zoom for our all sessions. The workshops are recorded and shared with all members via email afterwards. They are also saved in a private members area on the heiter website that you can access when and as often as you like. So, even if you miss a heiter or anti-overwhelm business workshop, you will be able to watch it (in your own time).
Q: Who are the guest speakers?
A: Our guest speakers are external creatives, coaches and entrepreneurs whose values align with the heiter values. We make sure that what they deliver has substance and is in line with what our members need. What is lovely is that many of the guest speakers are also heiter readers and supporters.
Q: How do the hot-seat consulting calls work?
A: Every second month 3-4 Level 2 members get the chance to get live-consulting sessions with founder Katharina, who has several years of marketing and online presence consulting experience, as well as the other attending members (who are also business owners with their own experiences and challenges). Members who need input, or simply a bit of hand-holding prior to a launch or similar, can book their slot two days prior to the session via FB or email. If needed, we also use the sessions to exchange ideas and get feedback from the others. If a member misses their slot, they will have to wait for two months until they can book a new slot.
Q: Do I need to join the private FB community or the @heitersociety Instagram account?
A: You don’t - but we highly recommend it! Our FB group is not like others: every member is kind, respectful and supportive and it never gets too loud or overwhelming in there. Sometimes we use the group to celebrate individual members but also share information that you might not get anywhere else. The same goes for our Instagram account however, since it is public, we mainly use it to remind members of their sessions, and tell non-members how they can get tickets to the individual sessions.
Q: How can I stay on top of all sessions?
A: We have a dedicated google calendar that is shared with you at the beginning of your membership. All sessions (and the relevant zoom links) will be linked to the calendar on your phone or computer and you never have to worry about looking for them. In addition, we frequently email all members with updates and news on upcoming events. There is also a dedicated Instagram account for members and the FB group. Both get updated on a regular basis.
Q: Can I share my membership with others?
A: Unfortunately, memberships are intended for individual use only. Sharing your membership credentials with others is not permitted under our terms and conditions. However, we do offer gift memberships, which allow you to share the Heiter Society experience with your loved ones.
Q: How can I contact customer support regarding my membership?
A: If you have any questions or concerns regarding your membership, our society support team is here to assist you. You can reach us via email.
We hope this FAQ section has answered your questions about heiter’s membership programme. Should you require any further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated support team.