Reflections:
Inspiration
"Your Powerful
Voice" six-week programme, begins 5th September
Dare to Blossom
Monthly Circles on Zoom - a choice of day and time
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Reflections:
Inspiration
Where does
inspiration come from? I have been struggling to find some to write some
reflections here today to share with you. There are many quotes about 'not
knowing' and 'living the questions' - with a nod to Rilke for that last phrase,
yet today I don't feel like writing about those, it feels I could be in danger
of repeating earlier musings in past newsletters.
So, I pick up a card from my 'Compass Rose' patterned dish.
Aha, yes please - I
would like to bring Light into my writing and into my words. To shine a light
without need for intention or 'reason'. This tells me also not to take myself
so seriously. To take a gentle, a light, approach to my own writing, the same
as I would for someone else who was finding any task a challenge.
Another card?
Sanctuary. A deep seagreen colour in my eyes. Maybe the green of the woods for
those of you who love the light filtered through the canopy? For me a Sanctuary
can be a place to let go, of my own expectations of my self, and of others. And
of their expectations of me. A place to rest.
One more? I love the pattern of threes....
Now I am laughing
out loud - of course, Peace will be found in my Sanctuary, and the Light will
shine around me. Remembering to use my own tools (as many of my own
coaches have often said to me), to draw from the dish of Rediscovery Cards that
sit literally under my nose, on my desk, has brought me gifts.
For you, for your
meditations or journal, one or more of these suggestions may appeal to you:
- Choose one, or more of these words and flow write your first
responses
- Look around you, what is literally 'under your nose' to
explore in your writing, or doodling, or painting?
- Pick a book off your shelves and open it at a random page.
What word or phrase catches your eye? Explore that if it feels light and
fun.
"Your
Powerful Voice" six-week programme, begins 5th September
The next six-week
turn around the Compass Rose will begin on 5th September, and end on14th
October.
There will be taster circles on Thursdays 25th August and 1st September at 2.30
pm, and Wednesday 31st August at 11.00 am., where you can simply experience
the process for yourself in a small supportive group.
For many, me
included, the idea of 'power', let alone having, and using, my powerful voice,
is a challenge. Maybe downright terrifying. (As is 'daring to blossom' at
times.) And so, in the Circle, we will step forward together.
A powerful process, not simply an intellectual exercise; or a
whimsical game - even if the visualisation with the title of 'Magic Carpet
Ride' may seem so.
Indeed, it is
a deep healing, and a blossoming. My coaching philosophy has always been start
right here and take small steps, whilst acknowledging the past that has brought
me to this place. Not to dwell in the past, but to acknowledge and to be
grateful for the learning, and then let go. Read more on the Dare to Blossom website here. If you have any questions, contact me by simply
replying to this email, or via the Contact page on the website. To save you
looking it up, the fee for the full six weeks, with a weekly Zoom gathering, is
£159. Payment by two instalments can be arranged, and there is a discount for
members of the Stay Connected Group of people who have taken part in any of my
programmes.
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 Saturday 10th September at 11.00
am, and Monday 26th September at 7.30 pm (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.
One to One Coaching
September is the perfect time for a fresh start, a re-evaluation of where you
are going and what you are doing. The literally fresher weather (especially
after a hot summer such as in the UK this year) is reinvigorating. In tis part
of the world this is also the time of the new academic year, of new challenges
and opportunities for fresh learning. In other parts of the globe you may be
coming into spring time, with the joy of new growth.
Either way, I would love to have a Zoom chat with you if you would like to
explore the option of one to one coaching with me. There is no pressure, simply
an opportunity to find out what would be useful for you, and if my approach
would be good for you.
If you click on the 'Book Now' Passionflower, it will take you
straight to my calendar to book a twenty minute complimentary call. If you
prefer, to read more about the Rediscovery Coaching process click
here, or on the painting below.
I take a limited number of clients at any one time, so if you think you would
like to explore the possibility of accessing my support this September, act now
- if not now, then when? When will you dare to blossom?
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.
Mary
