First Anniversary Book Publication Celebration events
Taster events for the new
six-week Compass Rose programme: "Diving for Life,Soaring in Joy!
Reflections: Story
One to One Coaching: new
programme "Deep and slow"
First
Anniversary Book Publication Celebration events
As often happens, I am sending the newsletter early to give you a chance to
join me in events right at the end of February. (I used to send extra
'bulletin' emails but often people only want to hear from me once a month.)
This time it is the two celebration Zoom gatherings to mark the first
anniversary of the publication of 'Your Compass Rose Speaks: Rediscover Your
Inner Wisdom.'. Each will last about an hour, If you have your own copy I would
love to hear your feedback. You may like to choose a short passage to read
during one of the events?
And, if you are like me, and enthusiastically buy books, only for them to sit
in a 'to read' pile for a while - maybe this is a gentle prompt to dip
in?
They are on Tuesday 27th February at 7.30 pm UK time. Zoom link here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87557455757
And Wednesday 28th
February at 11.00 am UK, Zoom ink here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86535544264
There is a new
review of the book on Amazon, and my website, with thanks to
Jacqui Empson-High. Here is an extract, with a link to read the full review.
A
Gentle Way to Discover Who You Really Are
Mary Lunnen has
not only written a book that can speak to all who are eager to discover who
they are and what they want from their lives, she has created a template that
everyone can use for themselves, at their own pace in a time of their choosing.
In a world filled with technology and a need to always be ‘doing’ something to
fit in all you are expected to achieve, this book is an antidote to rushing
around and ticking off items on a to-do list.
The book explains
how to use it, introduces us to Mary’s Rediscovery Cards, her Magic Carpet
rides and visualisations, and then sets out the points of the Compass Rose
ready to explore. Mary will not lead you on your journey, that is your
own journey to rediscover your true core, your true self, but she will be along
side you and will share in your excitement and discovery of the still, small
voice inside you that is you. You will begin to discover where that
magical, compassionate part of you has been and what layers have hidden you
over the years.
It is writing,
yes, but in all of the words you hear Mary’s gentle voice offering thoughts and
ideas of how to explore the landscapes you visit. (To read the full review,click here ,
including the warning "Beware, you will not be the
same person you started out as when you arrive at the end of the
book." and scroll down to the
bottom of the page.)
The lovely photo
above of the book is from Trish Covich in New Zealand.
Taster
events for the new six-week Compass Rose programme: "Diving for
Life,Soaring in Joy!
The theme of 'Diving for Life, Soaring in Joy' has emerged
from conversations in my groups, from my own reflections, and from earlier
programmes with the title 'Weaving Shadow and Light'.
It feels a
challenge to myself to dive deeper, beneath the surface.
Delving
beneath the surface reflections in this photo taken on the beach at Harlyn Bay
near my home here in Cornwall. Diving down to rediscover, to retrieve the
treasures of my life I may have stored there, down in the depths. Forgotten
maybe, hidden so well for safe-keeping that I have lost the memories.
Retrieving
those parts of my life, of myself, that I wish to bring home, to soar again in
joy. Here are full details.
The two taster events are on Wednesdays 6th and 13th March at
11.00 am UK time. Contact me by replying to this email to request the Zoom
link, or find the events on Facebook.
Reflections:
Story
My first response to seeing the card for March was - ah, a different colour!
And then, what story am I telling myself today? Can I change that? Do I want
to? Many of the events in my life, all our lives, are not under my control, yet
I can always choose how to respond. Often my first response is a reaction, a
basic gut feeling. Those reactions are programmed to keep us safe from
immediate danger of injury, attack, or death - fight, flight or freeze.
Yet I know for me the story that brings up those fears is often not true of the
situation in front of me. My protective brain can make assumptions such as
'Last time this happened, then that followed....' When - if - I choose a
different way of seeing the event, my perception, my story, often changes. And
that means that I can respond in a more powerful way in this moment.
If you would like to
join me in reflection, ask yourself the questions here, and write in your
journal. Or, if you prefer, read on and come back later.
- What is your first response? To the word? To the colour?
- What else is there?
- And, what else?
- What does Story add to the other cards so far? How
do the colours connect together?
What else is there?
Story - I love
weaving stories, for myself and for others. For me they are therapeutic,
absorbing, illuminating,
And, what else?
Today, I do not have
an answer, a response to that question. Not yet anyway. And that is fine - as
it is for you - there are no rights or wrongs in this process. Simply a word, a
colour, and they may or may not spark something for you today. Ah, now I am
drawn to the colour, warm and cosy, bringing me a feeling of being tucked up
snug in bed, being read a story by my mother as I drop off to sleep.
What does Story add to the other cards so far? How do
the colours connect together?
Those sea shades are now complemented by the warm red, Reminding
me of the shades in these lovely chrysanthemums. For me the
colour feels gently grounding, keeping me from floating too far away, out
in the blue. Like sitting in sunshine in a beautiful garden.
One to One Coaching: new programme
"Deep and slow"
For many people, the
deeper connection of one to one sessions is perfect for them once in a while,
either for a short block of six, or an on-going arrangement as and when
required. People often make big breakthroughs in one or two sessions, and then
return for a 'booster' whenever is right for them.
If this appeals to you, I would love to have a Zoom chat with you over a
cuppa. 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.
So often ‘fast’ and
‘quick’ are presented as good – and often they are indeed. Yet sometimes slow
is good: a lazy walk with a friend on a summer afternoon; a leisurely meal with
family, taking time to savour the food and enjoy the conversations. Deep and
Slow is about the process, rather than the results you will receive. Those
results are different each time. The way I support you now is very different to
how I began by coaching career back in 2003. So different in fact, that I
sometimes hesitate to call it 'coaching' - although that is still a useful term
as people have an understanding of that expression. When you connect with me,
for a one-off session or a series, I am there as a companion as you explore
your own inner wisdom. Sometimes I can offer guidance along the way from my own
experience, always being aware that you are different to me and on your own
unique path.
You can read more
about this programme here,
and testimonials here on my website.
Simply reply to this email to ask more or to book a Zoom chat.
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
