Self-Care: a relational imperative.

This is a series of workshops for those interested in cultivating healhty relationships with themselves and others.

As a qualified and experienced Therapist and Life Coach, I believe it is by understanding ourselves better as individuals that we grow and transform - in our body, mind and life.

Every month we will explore new topics of discussion as well as tips, tricks and tools to help you naviagate your thinking and transform our behaviours.

You won't have to share anything with the group unless you want to; the space is for reflecting on major life topics and expanding your view. You are free to participate as much or as little as you like. Sharing personal stories and experiences is absolutely optional, there will be plenty to discuss and learn during each event.

The focus of this event is on self-care. We will find out what it is, what it really means, beyond bubble baths and hot chocolate.

In fact, self-care is a serious and important topic; the quality of our relationships depend on it.

When our needs are not met, they overspill on everything we do and they taint the meaning of our words and intentions. And, the more we deny ourselves, the more deeply our sense of safety erodes.

That's right, safety is an inside job, and our capacity to assess and express needs and boundaries becomes the guardian of our peace and serenity. Love is a natural expression from that place of self-care.

Self-care seen from that point of view is challenging and uncomfortable work. Absolutely, and only because it is unfamiliar. And, much like anyting else, when doing it becomes familiar, it seems easier.

There are many ways to practice self care; through personal relationship with self and with others, through nutrition, personal care, movement and exercise, learning and education, finances and personal growth.

Join me monthly for an exploration of what it means to show up for ourselves; to take care for ourselves.

We will explore many ideas, concepts and topics around:

• the true meaning of giving and receiving
• assessment and expression of needs and boundaries
• taking risks and vulnerability
• accountability, talking responsibility, victim mindset, blame, shame and many more

Together, we are the Self-Care Hub.

We learn to take responsibility for ourselves and our needs, and learn to express these in a way that supports our goals and intentions.

This is a journey in self discovery; a journey in self-care.

Sessions will run every other month regardless of numbers, so if you feel this is for you, come and check it out.

Please bring your journal/paper and something to write/draw with and of course an open mind.

For group safety, the online events are 'video on' only. There are established rules of conduct and engagement with a particular emphasis on respect of each other's anonymity and confidentiality - these will be shared with members prior to the events.

You can join the whatsapp group for ongoing community support, encouragement and accountability. You can request the information when you register for the online event.

I am creating this space hoping it will grow into a reliable and sustainable resource for those who need it. To that end I am keen to receive your feedback and suggestions on the topics you'd like to know more about and how to use our time.

If you are interested in explore topics around success and failure, check out my other monthly event:

F'UP CLUB: embracing failure as part of success:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/f-up-club-embracing-failure-as-part-of-success-tickets-1015700285897