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They're At The Post!
The Spring 2003 Shen is in the mail to all of you on our Shen
mailing list. The subject of creativity has been part of many conversations
at The Haven over the past year, and it may not surprise you that
it has also found its way into this Shen. The inaugural Phase IV:
The Creative Phase, a 'creative' slant to aging and relating, Ellery Littleton's
transformation of I Ching into contemporary poetry, and Ben and Jock's
unique approach to 'semi-retirement' are just a few of the topics included
in this Shen that embrace and explore the many forms of creative expression.
Shen is also available on the web at
www.haven.ca/us/shen/
. In addition to all of the articles in this current issue, you will find
links to past issues. This is a great way to pass along particular
items you think may be of interest to others.
What If...
During the recent Reflections the group discussed ways to spread the
word about The Haven and our coming courses and events. In
the ensuing conversations several interesting points and ideas were raised.
For example,
everyone in the room had first heard of The Haven
by
word-of-mouth! As we continued the discussion it became clear that
many did not know that, though our courses usually have good attendance,
we want to increase the number of participants coming here. One person
said, "I have always assumed that you had all the students you wanted",
and many in the room agreed.
It is this desire to increase course attendance that has led to establishing
a focused marketing team and creating a volunteer team to support this
intention. If you are interested in offering your volunteer assistance
in any way that works for you, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator
Patricia Henderson at patricia@haven.ca
and she will give you more information.
It is not our intention to 'hard-sell', rather we want to find ways
to provide information to those who may be interested in learning about
The
Haven and what we have to offer. To this end we are expanding
our advertising; putting displays (Course Catalogues, Shen, brochures,
Keeper Kards) in bookstores and other retail outlets; participating in
conferences, trade shows, and speaking at public events.
And we are still aware that personal recommendations and word-of-mouth
are the best advertising there is. With this in mind, we have a
'What
If'. What if you decided to tell two people you know about
The Haven, your experiences here, and what you think we have to offer?
And what if the people you speak with are interested in learning
more? If you send us their email or street mail address, (with their
permission) to the attention of Patricia Henderson, we will send them an
information package. Then our word of mouth will be stronger than
ever! If you decide to try this experiment, we would love to know
about your experience in speaking with others. Send a quick email
with your story to Ernie McNally at
manager@haven.ca
and let us know!
Last Call!
February 15 is the deadline for joining our Student Body to qualify
your 2002 tuitions for tax deductions. Student registration fee is
a one-time $100 plus GST. If you have more than $600 in tuitions
paid in 2002, you will likely save yourself at least the registration fee
this year alone through reduced taxes paid. Contact Morag and/or
Melissa at
registrar@haven.ca or
250 247-9211, for more information and registration.
Spring Clearing
Plan to spend some time at The Haven this spring. It is a wonderful
time of the year to be here, and a great opportunity to get clear!
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Passion For Couples
(February 13-16) For couples experiencing emptiness, struggle and
resentment and a lack of 'spark',
David Raithby and Sandy McCartney
introduce ways each partner can reclaim a sense of self while also staying
in contact, and creating a more energetic and meaningful relationship.
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Conscious Parenting
(February 21-23) Eileen Paris shares her internationally recognized
parenting methods for: developing and maintaining healthy boundaries; learning,
practicing and integrating the skill of mirroring--the essential key to
have your children listen to you; resolving the struggle between intimacy
and autonomy; socializing children without breaking their spirits.
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Clinical Interventions
(February21-24) A Professional Training Course for Group Leaders
and Family Therapists, Joann Peterson presents key skills for understanding
the essential tasks of adulthood, assessing disruptions in personality
development, and learning about addictions and dual diagnoses.
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Disengaging Depression(February
25-March 2) Joann Peterson and Judy Lemon provide experiences
to 'disengage' from depression by mobilizing breath and energy, accessing
feelings and creativity, and looking at personal belief systems that support
depression.
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Awakening Your
Erotic Body II (February 27-March 2) This course allows greater
attention to deep breath work and movement exercises that support attention
and aliveness. Elfi Dillon Shaw and
Gary Dillon offer
ways to help demystify and honor erotic energy as the hugely creative,
healing life force it is. There is also an expanded component of
sensuous, nurturing massage/touch work.
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Dynamic Dialogue(February
27-March 2) Carole Fast presents the concepts of The Haven
Institute Communication Model in a course process that also incorporates
teaching, drama, and role-playing. These skills, useful in personal
and professional relationships, uses dialogue to open to the creative unfolding
of others and ourselves.
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Navigating Workplace
Change (February 27-March 2) You can use change to enhance
your living and working environments. Join
Cathy Wilder and
Ian Curtin and learn to recognize and shape your seaworthy life skills.
Making Changes
For almost 20 years, and in many ways, Linda Nicholls has been a key
part of The Haven. Linda has recently made the decision to
lead fewer courses here, and wanted to be able to express directly the
reasons behind this choice.
An Open Letter From Linda Nicholls
As I go through a multi-dimensional change-of-life phase,
I am evaluating my priorities around balancing my being with my doing.
Over the past several years I have been living and working away from
home frequently for extended periods of time, particularly at The Haven.
I am acting now on my priority to slow down and settle more in my own home
in Vancouver.
In this regard, I have made the heartrending decision to withdraw
from leading Phase I and Phase II, Disengaging Depression, Effective Boundaries
and Mirroring.
I have been dedicated to the growth and prosperity of The Haven since
the mid-80s and will certainly continue contributing. I still lead
Shadow Play; Relationships: Review & Renew; Come Alive; Come Alive
thru Video; Come Alive II; Teens Alive; Separation & Loss; Obsession,
Obsession, Obsession; Body, Breath & Energy Training; and Transitions.
I am continuing to serve on the Advisory Board and the Core Faculty.
In support of The Havens Vancouver presence, when I am at home I
will be offering Staying Alive, occasional short workshops and be available
for some counseling, coaching, consulting.
I value my work, and those of you that I work with at The Haven,
so I am making this announcement to include you in my decisions.
We are happy for Linda, and all of us, that she has reached this
decision in a way that works for her, and continues her active involvement
here.
Thats a wrap for this Update. We'll be in touch again next month
with more news and information about the courses, events and people that
are The Haven.
Take care, enjoy yourself, and each other, and be in touch soon.
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