Upcoming Classes:
Spirit of the Inner Child Workshop is an experiential workshop that helps people move from being stuck in their "history" to embracing the "spirit of the child" that still lives in them today. The "spirit of the child" is that vibrant, energetic, bodacious part of us that wants to express itself in the world. It's my birthday, so everyone gets a gift, take advantage of Jaqui's birthday discount until November 15: $78 for Spirit of the Inner Child Workshop, $70 for Kaiser Members. The class takes place December 1, 2007, 9 AM - 4PM.

Affirmation of the month: Today, I step into and manifest my power. I live in the flow of life.

"There are two great days in a person's life--the day we are born and the day we discover why." William Barclay, Scottish Theologian and author, 1907-1978

During one of the more challenging times in my life, I was working with a professional who asked me to visualize myself as a young child when I was happy, joyous and free, before I learned to protect, defend and otherwise modify myself to adapt and survive in the world. It was a very painful moment because at that time, it seemed so long ago when I felt that way. But, in the moment I emotionally connected with myself as a young child, a magical thing happened, I remembered who I AM. It helped me to FEEL that part of myself in a physical, visceral way that reminded me that that IS the truth of who I am, not all the behaviors I laid on top of it through the years.

That experience was the catalyst for my upcoming workshop: Spirit of the Inner Child where I have created an experiential workshop to facilitate others having a similar experience. So much of healing work is simply raising awareness and learning to be present in each moment. When we can do that we then have access to choices rather than living on autopilot.

Could it be that the energy, passion and courage you've been wishing for is already inside you? How would your life be different if you knew and remembered who you already are?

In this book, Janet Bray Attwood and Chris Attwood provide a tool that "...requires you to face your inner life and bring it out to the surface, so you can examine it and clarify what is really important to you. It is the magical key that will unlock those forgotten dreams that wait patiently in your heart for the day when you are finally ready to say, "I am here to make a difference and the time is now!"

What is my purpose in life? Swarms of people are seeking to understand their purpose, to fulfill that mission and make a difference in the world. Is this a question you've pondered in the middle of the night?

This book provides a process that can help you uncover and align yourself with your purpose and support you in taking the first step.

I chose this book for this month to accompany the theme of the spirit of the child. Have you ever taken a moment to notice those things that energize and inspire you? When is it that you feel truly alive and connected to life all around you? The answer to these questions are the key to connecting with the spirit of the child.