Special Edition—
Haven’s Third International Symposium
C-ing The Future: Caring, Chaos, Connection
In the summer of 2003 David Raithby’s ever-creative mind spawned the concept of bringing people together to listen, ask, discover, discuss, and most of all, connect.In the response to David’s idea the seed for the first Symposium was planted.

From the first gathering in 2003, with the dynamic insights of Dr Norm Shealy, to the second with the ageless wisdom of Joseph Chilton Pearce, to the coming event with the visionary passions of Dr Margaret Wheatley, each Symposium has been fueled by a communal spirit brought to life by The Haven staff and volunteers who meticulously dot and cross every letter of the teamwork alphabet.These hard-working souls set the stage for the members of our faculty who present thought-full and heart-filled sessions that create the opportunities for questions and conversations from the remaining vital component of the event—you! Your participation, feedback and suggestions, are a significant contribution to what these events have become.

This year the Friday evening keynote will be at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver, and we will be returning to the Simon Fraser University Harbour Centre Campus for the Saturday panel and presentations.

The Haven Symposium 2006 is entitled C-ing The Future: Caring, Chaos, Connection. Beginning with the Friday evening keynote to the Saturday morning panel and the afternoon sessions, every presentation will take its own inimitable look at where we are going and what resources we have in our grasp to shape the future we want.These two days will be a unique opportunity to learn from, and contribute to, a memorable event.Join us for a chance to:

Hear and meet Dr Margaret ‘Meg’ Wheatley, a remarkable woman at the forefront of weaving relationship into the fabric of the communities we are creating. Listen, ask, ponder and respond during a two-hour panel discussion/conversation with Meg and members of our faculty. Pause to enjoy a superb lunch and chat with old friends and new acquaintances Re-visit familiar and explore yet-to-be-considered possibilities during innovative and interactive presentations that broach a host of styles and topics Share your ideas and experiences, in and out of sessions, in a casual and stimulating environment Bring friends who may be interested in learning more about The Haven Sit back, relax, take it all in and have fun!

As you read more in this Special Edition Update, hopefully you will share some of our excitement as we imagine what is to come April 7 and 8.We are keenly aware that the fundamental key to making all of this happen is your support and participation.Read on, phone in, and register today!

Whatever the Question, Community is the Answer—
Meg Wheatley's Keynote Address
If you have visited Meg Wheatley’s website, read her articles or books, or had the good fortune to hear her speak, you have some idea what is in store for Friday evening at the Hyatt Regency in Vancouver.This brilliant and sensitive woman has much to say and much to offer about the times we live in, the environment we have created and the endless possibilities in our grasp when we accept the “chaotic order” of a relational world.

In her keynote, entitled Whatever the Question, Community is the Answer, Meg will look at how we cope with increasing uncertainty and fear, and that people dealing with hardships in many places have discovered what our western culture has failed to notice—as long as we're together, we can get through anything.

“In our culture, many dynamics keep us apart; our focus on individualism, our belief that only the strong survive, and the increased speed at which we live,” say Wheatley, “It is time for us to notice how we drive us apart with these dynamics, and to become active in restoring our relationships, communities, and families.If we lead this revolution, we will be capable of dealing with all of life's surprises.”

The March issue of Common Ground Magazine features an article with Margaret Wheatley, which you may find very interesting...and may well whet your appetite to come spend some time with her at the Symposium.Go to http://www.commonground.ca/iss/0603176/cg176_wheatley.shtml for the article.

There’s the tip...come explore the rest of the iceberg Friday, April 7, Saturday April 8, in Vancouver.

Face-to-Face, Heart-to-Heart, Question-to-Answer Saturday morning, April 8, the Symposium moves to the Simon Fraser University Harbour Centre Campus.The day begins with something new this year, a two-hour opportunity for everyone to participate in an open-mic discussion with moderator/host Linda Nicholls, Meg Wheatley and The Haven Faculty members Catherine Fallis, Rick Jackson, and David Raithby. The rules are there are no rules other than asking and listening with consideration! The discussion, entitled Taking Charge of Tomorrow Today will focus on our individual and communal role in creating our world.What can we do right now? How do we move from talk to action? How do we make room for each and all? What can we learn from our past and present? This promises to be a surprising, personal and engaging experience—bring your ideas, questions, ears and heart!

Faculty Faces & Their Symposium Presentations
One of the many reasons we like the SFU downtown campus is their absolutely amazing food!Last year, the lunch fare was a treat, in more ways than one.And a pleasantly full self is a great way to begin an afternoon choosing between six different presentations offered by a cross-section of the gifted and diverse people who lead courses at The Haven.

From 1-2:30pm you may choose between...

Disengaging Depression: Essential Choices with Joann Peterson & Judy Lemon
Living in a world of chaos, contradictions and overwhelming life demands, we often turn inward, isolate, and depress. This presentation identifies essential choices that can prevent or disengage depression, update old beliefs, create meaningful relationships and energize using breath, movement and creative exploration.

Joann and Judy are long-time friends and collaborators.Joann worked as a counsellor with families and adults, and supervised and consulted with agencies about crisis related to violence. In 1989 she became the Director of Education at The Haven Institute where she leads many groups and has authored the book, Anger, Boundaries and Safety.Judy is a psychotherapist in private practice in Bellingham, Washington. Her longstanding passions and work focus include gestalt therapy, relational self-psychology; critical stress debriefing with trauma survivors; bio-behavioral and energy therapies. She believes true health is a balance of a person’s social, physical, psychological and spiritual life.

The Quantum Laugh—Shifting with Humour with Carole Ames
The ability to view life with humour allows us to access our energy, insight and creativity.Learn about nurturing your sense of humour in order to improve your coping abilities, manage stress and enhance your relationships. This is not for the faint of heart—be prepared to laugh out loud!

Carole is dynamic, compassionate and direct.She has cultivated her humour, creativity and integrity in a career that has included planning, management, counselling and teaching. Carole brings her pragmatism, passion for life, and accomplished communication skills to everything she tackles. One of her personal interests has been the exploration of acting, including comedy.

Living from your Heart—A Chinese Medicine Prospective with Jane Olynyk The spirit of our Heart is called Shen in Chinese Medicine; that quality of aliveness, love, tenderness, passion, giving and receiving.Learn and experience in your body the various energetic aspects of Shen, the force connecting us to ourselves and our intimacy with others. Jane is a counsellor and licensed acupuncturist, holding a Diploma in Chinese Medicine, which allows her to bring a unique approach to her work as a therapist and eastern medical practitioner. She brings a unique eastern approach to seeing ourselves through the imagery of Chinese Medicine. It has been her personal journey to know our bodies from both a western and eastern perspective, and to integrate our body experience with our spirit and mind, so we can experience the richness of our being.

Passion and Darkness with David Raithby & Sandey McCartney
Passion is imbued with glowingly positive qualities, yet these are only a dim reflection of this exceptional energy. This presentation explores the possibility of reaching into personal darkness, the less known side of passion, to embrace the life-enhancing treasures that lie within.

David and Sandey are co-authors of Living with Passion, have been life and work partners for 23 years.They share a private counselling practice and co-lead courses at The Haven and elsewhere. David’s current work also includes individual counselling, group courses, speaking engagements, and organizational consultation.Sandey currently works designing and facilitating personal and professional development courses, teaching counselling and group facilitation skills, and offering therapeutic counselling to individuals, couples and families.

Opening Your Treasure Quest with Marlyn Farrell Can you find the treasure in the midst of chaos? Examine yourself in chaos while in relationship with others. Watch for the gift. In this experiential presentation, witness the ways in which curiosity and intention can enhance your growth and aliveness in relationships. Marlyn is a designer and facilitator of several personal development programs. She uses creativity as a tool while working with such diverse groups as professionals, at-risk-youth, and people with mental illness to access intuition and self-awareness.Marlyn is a trainer of lay counsellors and employment facilitators, with 12 years experience designing and leading creativity-based healing workshops.

Boundaries in the Workplace with Rick Jackson & Paul Robillard
How do we meet personal needs in an organizational environment?Can that which serves the individual serve the organization?This interactive session discusses the concept of saying no, setting limits and balancing work and life, and looks at personal boundaries, organizational values and the health of both.

Rick and Paul are course leaders and consultants specializing in conflict prevention. This presentation is modeled after their highly successful course of the same title. Combined they have decades of hands on management and facilitation experience in the private and public sector, are trained in mediation, group leadership and certified Crucial Conversations trainers. They are currently writing a book onHow to say No, set limits and balance work and life.

Take care, enjoy yourself, and each other, and be in touch soon.

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