Rising Tide: how meaning gives us strength
These are times of crisis and possibilities: we need to find a sense of meaning and direction for ourselves, in our communities, and as part of a larger movement. We are gathering online to meet others who are seeking inner and outer resilience in these times, and want to share in a wider effort to convene and build community in the UK. Each month, we’ll have a guest presenter who will offer us insights and guide us in a process, followed by time for discussion as a group.
During this inaugural session on January 22, our guest presenter will be Alan Heeks, on the theme How meaning gives us inner strength. For many years, Alan has explored how we can cultivate inner or soul resilience to live with and grow through the climate crisis: see more at www.soulresilience.net. He set up Hazel Hill Wood retreat centre, and offers insights on how deep Nature contact nourishes us.
While this event is free or on a donation basis, there is a limited number of spots. If you want to attend, book your today and invite a friend to come along!
For us all to get the most out of it, Alan and I suggest we all do a bit of preparation, as below:
THE SHORT VERSION
Choose one question and a resource to engage with below.
THE SLIGHTLY LONGER VERSION
Ponder all three questions and at least 2-3 of the recommended materials below.
Consider these questions by taking a walk, sitting quietly (even for 5 minutes!), or raising them with a friend:
- What helps you find meaning in your life? On the session, we’ll invite you to name one example, such as a friend, a special place, a teacher…
- In what part of your life or work would you most like to find meaning, or a deeper level of meaning? We’ll offer a guided process to help you do this.
- How might an ongoing online community like this one help you find inner strength?
Recommended materials:
- Journey of Souls: a powerful way to get a bigger perspective, see more in this blog.
- Natural Inspiration: ways to find deeper wisdom and support in Nature, from Alan's recent book. See more here.
- Work that Reconnects: a catalytic process to face into climate distress and 'see with new eyes'. See more here.
- Community: for Alan's blog on spiritual purpose and community, see here. For more on Alan's Adaptive Community projects, see here.
- Service: one of the best ways to find your sense of purpose. Explore in your local community, or try www.reachvolunteering.org.uk.
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