“Relational trust is built on movements of the human heart such as empathy, commitment, compassion, patience, and the capacity to forgive.” Parker J. Palmer
We invite you to join this spring circle in the hills of Vermont to spark your courage to BE in generative relationship with yourself, others, and earth. During these challenging times in the world, how you show up matters, so taking time to align and listen is essential.
Who are you in relationship with?
What is the quality of your relationship with self, others and earth?
What are ways to cultivate relational trust?
How might relational justice be a daily guidepost to strengthen the web of all our relations?
These are some of the questions we will explore together in WholeHeart’s April Circle of Trust: The Courage of Relational Being.
This Circle of Trust© retreats offer a unique opportunity to slow down, renew, and kindle one's courage. Centered on relational justice practices and based on the work of educator and activist, Parker J. Palmer, a (A Hidden Wholeness, Let Your Life Speak) and the Center for Courage & Renewal, each circle brings together core practices of reflection and connection to strengthen to courage to be our selves and see the courage and humanity in others.
Together, we will
Listen to our innate ways of knowing
Have time in community to connect with land, others, and the whole self.
Re-envision the map and tasks that can run our lives from a lens of relational justice
Re-imagine our collective interdependence.
Location: Common Ground Center, Starksboro, Vermont
Cost:
Full Fare: $550 covers the cost of facilitation, meals, overnight lodging in the ecolodge.
Day Rate: $350 covers facilitation and meals
Scholarships: are available to support a wide welcome and participation thanks to our Valentines of Gratitude initiative.
Cancellation Policy: You may be refunded all but $100 of your fees if you notify us at least 4 weeks before the program begins.
Please come as you are called, nudged, curious, and are able.
Natanya Vanderlaan is a skilled facilitator and storyteller, with a deep love for connection and community. She is passionate about the practical aspects of renewal and transformation in community, work and relationships. Natanya has been involved with Circles of Trust and Courage work since 2015 and appreciates how this continues to inform her practice.
Facilitators:
Holly Wilkinson is a Circle of Trust© facilitator trained by the Center for Courage and Renewal who has been offering courage work for nine years. Holly has been actively exploring the intersection of courage, relational trust, and relational justice in personal and professional landscapes. She brings a commitment to listening and learning edges.
We are so looking forward to working together and creating space that is welcoming and generative. We enjoy working together to hold space in community with intention, care and commitment. Please join us for this circle and be a part of collective re-imagining. Holly & Natanya
