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One of the concerns that you may have about embarking on a new way of living, and one that is more authentic for you, is that this will affect the relationships you have with your friends, partner, spouse, children and others in your immediate family. If you find yourself in this situation, then coaching can [...]
What constitutes home for you and where or what do you regard as home? One of the more challenging practical tasks that I’ve had to face on my downshifting journey is selling or giving away treasured pieces of furniture. At one time they held immense sentimental value for me and represented many years of [...]
“Be true to Love. Do not betray Her. Then, on the day that the forest of the mind bursts into flames, you will not run. You will remain silent and still; for this is when Love bears Her sweetest fruit: untouched Presence.” -Mooji Some questions on love to ponder over the weekend… What does [...]
10.00 – 5.00 Saturday 28th April 2012 Friends Meeting House, Bancks Street, Minehead TA24 5DJ ● Feeling frustrated in the face of conflicts with others and within yourself? ● Looking for creative ways to handle difficult conversations? ● Needing to renew your energy and joy in relationships? ● Wanting to share ideas and encouragement? [...]
“When you plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don’t blame the lettuce. You look for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water, or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with our friends or family, we blame the other person. But [...]
Fiona was very clearly a dancer, or so I assumed watching her elegant figure enter the room. Her poise spoke of her obvious confidence in her movement and her natural comfort at inhabiting her body. Later on in the meeting, we were introduced to each other and I was shocked to hear that she was [...]
‘The major problems in the world are the result of the difference between how nature works and the way people think.’ Gregory Bateson We stand on the threshold of an unprecedented global economic crisis and changes in the climate and natural world the likes of which humankind has never witnessed before. To say that we [...]
Collecting …sorting…. Next season’s herbs and vegetables latent, expectant in my hands, And in my imagination. Planning, researching new ideas, Then watching… What’s changing? What’s evolving? What’s new? So much to consider: Conditions, timing, nurturing - all important. Then surrendering to nature’s flow… Following these tiny power- packs Of goodness and intelligence Yielding to their [...]
This site seeks to explore the heart and soul of downshifting to a more sustainable, ethical and holistic way of living and working, in keeping with the needs of the planet, humanity as a whole and ourselves as individuals. (read more)
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