Tomorrow starts TODAY... if you choose POPIA!
Are you ready to break free of the patterns that control you?
We are often unaware of the damaging and unhelpful patterns that repeat throughout our lives. Presence in Action (PIA) is a fascinating, self-resourcing practice that helps us transform how we deal with all we encounter in every aspect of our lives, relationships and work.
Unlike other personal development and reflective practices, PIA offers a practical framework to illuminate what is playing out within us. It is a simple, accessible, powerful approach to understanding and engaging with ourselves differently. It also equips us to better support others to comprehend, and change, what might be going on for them.
Crucially, PIA equips us to take personal responsibility for what we feel, say and do, moment to moment; AND it enables us to avoid being manipulated or knocked off balance by what others say and do to us.
Who is this for?
It is for anyone who is committed to make lasting, meaningful personal change. Anyone can benefit from PIA because, once you grasp its principles, it will support you wherever you are; whatever your role(s) in life. People practising PIA include those from diverse walks of life, cultures, nationalities and generations, e.g. individuals, parents, musicians, charity workers, teachers, academics, HR professionals, senior leaders, OD consultants, professional coaches, speaking mentors and supervisors of helping professionals. You will be invited to join and continue to get support from our PIA community following participation in this programme.
About the 4-day Intensive
POPIA is for up to 7 in-person or 10 online participants supported by Louie and Practice Partners from PIA Collective - a community of PIA practitioners. You will experience first-hand how the P6 Constellation framework and Emotions Palette help you NOTICE what is present and current within, between and around you, as you practise in pairs, small groups and in the whole group. You will discover how your thinking, feeling and behavioural patterns repeat across time and situations in your life. In the process of illumination, you will experience insights and transformational shifts that will surprise and delight you. Anyone wanting to become a PIA Practitioner supporting others; or wishing to enhance their professional practice begins with this foundational intensive programme.
Theoretical underpinnings (drawing on fields as diverse as systems thinking, complexity theory, cognitive sciences, cybernetics, neuroscience, Natural Inclusion etc.) will be introduced along the way to enable you to make sense of new ways of noticing, understanding and talking about what is going on for you!
However, those who use the P6 Constellation and Emotions Palette DO NOT need to engage with any of these theoretical underpinnings for it to work its magic!
What you learn, will equip you to act wisely, wholeheartedly and joyfully in all aspects of your life.
POPIA will deliver joys and surprises; it will be challenging and sometimes a bit confusing. This is coherent with the nature of this unusual learning experience. It will call on each of you to let go of what you think you know in order to discover what is currently beyond sight or reach. Through this process you will find yourselves increasingly liberated from what binds and blinds you - releasing you into accessing more of your talents and potential.
You will learn to use the P6 Constellation framework to assist you in deepening and extending your efficacy and artistry in and with life. Through practice you will become better able to see, adapt, communicate and take coherent action in any and all circumstances. You will develop the capacity to get unstuck and to liberate yourself into flow. Increasingly, you will find yourself ever more skilled in navigating the complexities and challenges you face, whatever the context.
During our time together we will make connections between ancient wisdoms and new sciences - helping you to connect to wider patterns in nature and the wider world. We will...
...dive deep and stretch high
...reach outwards and touch inwards
...explore what happens within and between us
...engage lovingly and boldly with our deepest selves
...show up, wholeheartedly, as ourselves with each other
...experiment with ancient wisdom and your embodied knowing
...connect where the sacred meets the systemic within, between and beyond
Throughout our time together, we will share, experience, reflect, play, practice and learn together. We will take advantage of all our senses and sense-making - using our bodies, minds and spirits, not in isolation but as the integrated beings that we are.
On the training, you will receive a P6 Constellation Pocket-pal, a mini Emotions Palette, Processing Workpad and Key fob talisman.
Option for more
POPIA Graduates will be invited to continue learning by joining our PIA Collective Community-in-Practice (CiP), free for one year. You will meet others practising Presence in Action in their daily lives. You will also be able to access additional 1-1 and group learning and practice opportunities. Details will be shared with those completing all four days of the training. After one year of membership, you will have the option to become a paying member of PIA Collective which will enable you to continue benefiting from learning with others.
FAQs
Is this event the right fit for me?
If you are interested in attending, please email for an informal chat with Louie about whether this event is right for you.
Is this in-person or online?
Both! Since COVID 19 became part of our global context, we deliver in-person and ONLINE options. Generally these happen in May and September/October each year.
* IN-PERSON: 4-day POPIA , Edinburgh, Scotland (0900-1700h each day). You source your own accommodation.
* ONLINE: 4-day POPIA programme (0600-1500h UTC). Plus an ADDITIONAL x3 online orientation sessions (times TBC) prior to POPIA. The 1-hour sessions are ESSENTIAL for everyone as they prepare participants for the way we will work online
* 6-day RESIDENTIAL intensive PIA Foundation Programme - additional dates and locations tbc. This includes full bed and board + training fees + onsite support with a team of PIA Practitioners.
What should I bring?
IN-PERSON kit:
* INDOOR - Please bring a pair of non-slip slippers or non-slip socks as we will be walking on a P6 Constellation floor map or rug!
* OUTDOOR - We will have time on the beach at Portobello. Please bring suitable outdoor clothing and footwear so you can keep warm and dry.
ONLINE kit:
* We will send you information for all you need and will send you a package in the post before the training starts! Do sign up early if you do not live in the UK so your parcel has time to reach you!
Where has the P6 Constellation come from?
The P6 Constellation framework that sits at the heart of the Presence in Action praxis emerged from direct personal and professional experience and empirical evidence over some 30+ years. It is substantiated by rigorous doctoral research.
Can I continue my learning after the event?
On the training, you will receive a P6 Constellation Pocket-pal, a mini Emotions Palette, Processing Workpad, Key fob talisman.
At the end of the training, you will be offered a short series of follow-up sessions with your POPIA Practice Partners. Your fees include one year's personal membership to PIA Collective Community-in-Practice (CiP). You will meet others using Presence in Action in their daily lives. You will also have FREE access to an array of additional 1-1 and group learning and practice opportunities. Details will be shared with those who complete the 4-day training.
What about refreshments?
IN-PERSON: Refreshments and a simple vegetarian lunch will be provided unless otherwise communicated.
ONLINE: do prepare your nourishment ahead of time so you can participate fully and attend to your wellbeing throughout our four days together.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the IN-PERSON event?
TRAVEL TO EDINBURGH:
* Direct trains from London, Inverness, Glasgow.
* From the Airport - get a tram to Haymarket then change across the road to the number 26 bus towards Tranent/Preston Pans etc. Get off at Parker Road bus stop. A map to venue will be sent prior to the programme.
There is free parking on-street outside our current Edinburgh venue. This may change if we have to move to an alternative venue to accommodate more participants.
What are the overnight accommodation options for IN-PERSON attendance?
SLEEP, BREAKFAST & EVENING MEALS: There are many B&Bs and AirBnbs, cafes and restaurants in Portobello across the price spectrum. Please look on google to find the right choice for you.
What's the refund policy?
CANCELLATION: £300 non-refundable administrative fee if cancel more than 4 weeks before the start date. NO REFUND if cancelled within 4 weeks of training, however delegate can do a once-only transfer to the next available date at no cost. If transferred delegate cancels again, they will forfeit their full fee.
If an event is cancelled by Potent 6 because of circumstances beyond our control, all registered participants will be invited to transfer to the next dates they can make or they can request a full refund.
Please contact Judith to arrange your once-only transfer or cancellation: judith@potent6.co.uk
How can I contact the organiser with any other questions?
louie@potent6.co.uk
