Welcome to the Dare to Blossom Newsletter
Reflections: Time for You, Time for Me
"Midsummer Magic" Art Sale, ends 31st July
Dare to Blossom Monthly Circles on Zoom - a choice of day and time
Future deep-dive programmes
Reflections: Time for You, Time for Me
"Time for You" is the theme for the August short programme, running for four weeks, with Zoom gatherings on Wednesdays at 11.00 am, with a taster circle on Wednesday 27th July). (see more details below)
Today my thoughts turn to "time for me". I don't know if this is true for you, but I know I find it easy to keep on being busy being busy. Especially for those of us who are self-employed there always seems to be 'more' to be done - writing, planning, publicity, marketing, supporting the people in my community.
And yet, sometimes I notice that I could be a better friend to myself, a better coach maybe, and suggest - gently, as I would to others - that maybe I would benefit from slowing down, taking time for myself. Reading is one of my greatest joys and I will be gifting myself for time for that pleasure. And for spending time with my own journal, and out in nature just being, being present and alive.
Cats are the supreme examples of how to relax into the moment so here is one of Sparky enjoying the sunshine back in 2015. (although I tend to sit in the shade in the summer these days).
So, in the spirit of less 'doing', this is a short reflection this time, and an early newsletter so you can take advantage of chances to connect this week if you would like to do that.
Midsummer Magic Art Sale - last few days
This ends on 31st July. A few paintings have already gone to new homes, with a good selection still left, including the two below.
Any of the original wax art paintings on my website are yours for a 'Make me an offer' price' - anything you would like to suggest over £15 (plus postage and packing to wherever you are in the world), will secure the painting you choose to have in your home, or to purchase as a gift. Here are two examples:
The painting above is called 'Energy Number 2", and is 6" x 8" in an 8" x 10" mount. Most of the others are a little smaller, such as this one below "Ocean Depths". Click on the paintings to see more, each will take you to one of the two pages on the website.
There is a note at the top of each of the pages, the individual paintings still display their full prices. Simply reply to this message or email separately if you would like to make an offer.
Dare to Blossom Monthly Circles on Zoom - a choice of day and time
The drop-in circles are held twice each month The next dates are Monday 25th July at 7.30 pm, here is the Zoom link if you would like to join us https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86413554782 (although you may not see this newsletter until that has passed by), Saturday 13th August at 11.00 am (all UK times).
You can find the events on Facebook or LinkedIn, or simply reply to this email and ask me for the Zoom link. It is always pleasure to welcome those of you who prefer not to connect via social media, all you need to join us is the Zoom link that I send to you in advance of the time.
Payment is by donation, depending on your circumstances. People offer from zero to £50. I host the circles with no expectation, simply deep gratitude for your presence.
Future deep-dive programmes
Time for You
As mentioned above, there is a taster for this on Wednesday 27th (as this is short notice, here is the Zoom link for 11.00 am UK time https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84464117839 )
We begin on 1st August, a four-week circle on the theme of 'Time for You' For many people that time is busy with families and holidays, and yet that may mean it is doubly important to find a quiet, safe space, just for you? Just for an hour?
For others, when friends and family are busy on holiday, it can feel a little lonely. Maybe seeing this time as a gift, an opportunity to quietly reflect would change that feeling for you?
There will be a weekly Zoom call on Wednesdays at 11.00 am, and a private Facebook group with very light content. For those of you who prefer not to connect there, I can easily send you those prompts by email, so this could be a good one to join for a gentle flow together over the four weeks. The fee is £96 for the four weeks, and we can arrange payment by instalments if that suits you.
Your Powerful Voice
The next six-week turn around the Compass Rose will begin on 5th September, and end on14th October. I am not sure yet whether the Zoom gatherings will be on Wednesdays at 11.00 am or Thursdays at 2.30 pm (UK times) - that will partly depend on who is interested and where in the world you are.
There will be taster circles on Thursday 25th August at 2.30 pm, and Wednesday 31st August at 11.00 am.
'Your Powerful Voice' is not yet listed on the Workshops and Events page of the website, but will be soon. Contact me by simply replying to this email if you would like more details, or to book a place.
I send wishes for health and happiness for you and all you love.
Thank you for joining me here this month, any thoughts, feedback, or questions are always welcome.
