Polarization, or the “polarized mind,” is a fixation on one view, causing widespread destructiveness. It needs presence and love to address. We aim to explore the lived experiences on irregular perceptions of reality with an open mind. Each Saturday includes: a live dialogue between Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and an International Existential Therapist; a moment to share your thoughts and feelings with the teachers; and a final integration facilitated by Bárbara Godoy. This series of ten dialogues set out to explore the multifaceted dimentions and complexities associated with Existential Therapies. It attempts to engage with various interpretations of insanity through the lens of patients often painful, confounding, and deeply unsettling life experiences. Polarisation - between Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and Prof. Kirk Schneider “I view polarization or that which I call the “polarized mind” as the fixation on a single point of view to the utter exclusion of competing points of view, and I see it as a core dimension of human destructiveness both individually and collectively. Arguably, polarization or the polarized mind is responsible for more devaluation and abuse than any other general psychological dimension, and it crosses cultures, parties, disciplines and so-called diagnosed and undiagnosed populations. In fact it is the undiagnosed populations—polarized cultural, political, and religious leaders and their followers–who have arguably caused the most human destructiveness by far, over those whom we conventionally termed the diagnosed The polarized mind may be partly dispositional but appears to be largely fear-driven and requires abiding presence and love to address it. We are in a race against time to avail people to these “nutrients.” Prof. Kirk Schneider. Prof. Kirk J. Schneider, Ph.D. is a leading spokesperson for contemporary existential-humanistic and existential-integrative psychology. Dr Schneider was a 2022 Candidate for President of the American Psychological Association (APA), a co-founder and current president of the Existential-Humanistic Institute (an award-winning psychotherapy training center), and a two-term Member of the Council of Representatives of the APA. He is also past president (2015-2016) of the Society for Humanistic Psychology (Division 32) of the APA, recent past editor of the Journal of Humanistic Psychology (2005-2012), a founder and frequent presenter/facilitator of the bridge-building dialogue approach the Experiential Democracy Dialogue and a trained moderator for the conflict mediation group Braver Angels. Dr Schneider is also an adjunct faculty member at Saybrook University and Teachers College, Columbia University and an Honorary Member of the Society for Existential Analysis of the UK and the East European Association for Existential Therapy. He received the Rollo May Award for “outstanding and independent contributions” to the field of humanistic psychology from the Society for Humanistic Psychology, APA and is a Fellow of seven Divisions of the APA (5, 9, 32, 42, 12, 29, and 24). His work on existential-integrative psychotherapy has been featured in a special issue of the Journal of Psychotherapy Integration (March 2016), as well as The Wiley World Handbook of Existential Therapy and the APA’s forthcoming Handbook of Psychotherapy. Dr Schneider has published over 200 articles, interviews and chapters and has authored or edited 14 books including The Paradoxical Self, Horror and the Holy, Rediscovery of Awe, Awakening to Awe, The Spirituality of Awe, The Polarized Mind, The Handbook of Humanistic Psychology, Existential-Humanistic therapy, Existential-Integrative Psychotherapy, The Wiley World Handbook of Existential Therapy, The Depolarizing of America: A Guidebook for Social Healing and his latest volume (February, 2023) Life-Enhancing Anxiety: Key to a Sane World. Dr. Schneider’s work has been featured in Scientific American, the New York Times, USA Today, The Guardian, Vanity Fair, Forbes Health, Psychology Today, BBC World News and many other health and psychology outlets. Prof. Ernesto Spinelli was Chair of the Society for Existential Analysis between 1993 and 1999 and is a Life Member of the Society. His writings, lectures and seminars focus on the application of existential phenomenology to the arenas of therapy, supervision, psychology, and executive coaching. He is a Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS) as well as an APECS accredited executive coach and coaching supervisor. In 2000, he was the Recipient of BPS Division of Counselling Psychology Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Profession. And in 2019, Ernesto received the BPS Award for Distinguished Contribution to Practice. His most recent book, Practising Existential Therapy: The Relational World 2nd edition (Sage, 2015) has been widely praised as a major contribution to the advancement of existential theory and practice. Living up to the existential dictum that life is absurd, Ernesto is also the author of an on-going series of Private Eye novels. Date and Time: Saturday 12 April from 2 pm to 3 pm – (UK time) Individual Dialogue Fee: £70 Venue: Online Zoom FULL PROGRAMME 2025: 25 January “Knots” with Prof. Ernesto Spinelli and Bárbara Godoy 22 February “Healing” with Dr. Michael Guy Thompson and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 22 March “Difference” with Prof. Tod DuBose and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 12 April “Polarisation” with Prof. Kirk Schneider and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 3 May “Character” with Prof. Robert Romanyshyn and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 21 June “Opening” with Dr. Yaqui Martinez and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 19 July “Meaning” with Dr. Jan Resnick and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 25 October “Invention” with Dr. Betty Cannon and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 15 November “Hallucination” with Prof. Simon du Plock and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli 13 December “Hysteria” with Bárbara Godoy and Prof. Ernesto Spinelli Read the full programme here > Course Organised by:
Learn and experience Angel Energy. Connect with your Angels and learn to channel Angel Energy to heal yourself and others Receive access to higher levels of manifestation of the universal life force energy.. Learn about and visit the Angel Realm Meet your Guardian Angel, Connect with various Angels and your Angel healing team Receive an Angel attunement Learn how to work with Sacred symbols to help you connect with Angel energy Self-healing & Self-care as an energy healer Learn how to conduct healing sessions for others Learn how to read Angel cards for a healing message
Second Degree Usui Reiki Course You will be taught how to conduct a healing session; protocols, etc and how to perform distance healings. This course is comprehensive and detailed. You will have all the tools you need to start using Reiki on others and their pets. Upon completion of this comprehensive and insightful Reiki course, you can go on to get insurance to set up as a Reiki Practitioner and start seeing clients.
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Metaphysics Course Overview This Metaphysics course offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles underlying reality, existence, and the nature of being. Learners will delve into key metaphysical concepts such as existence, causality, and the relationship between mind and matter. Designed to deepen philosophical understanding, the course also examines the historical development of metaphysical thought alongside its influence on religion, spirituality, and modern New Age beliefs. Participants will gain critical thinking skills, enhancing their ability to analyse abstract ideas and apply them in philosophical, religious, or cultural contexts. By completing this course, learners will build a strong intellectual foundation for further study or professional work involving philosophy, theology, counselling, or holistic disciplines. Course Description This detailed course covers the breadth of metaphysical inquiry, beginning with an introduction to its core subjects and evolving through historical perspectives from ancient to contemporary times. Topics include fundamental questions about existence, the supernatural, and the intersection of metaphysics with religion and occultism. Learners will engage with new metaphysical concepts emerging from the New Age movement and critically examine their cultural significance. The learning experience emphasises analytical reasoning and reflective thought, encouraging students to evaluate complex ideas and theories. Skills developed include philosophical analysis, conceptual clarity, and an enhanced understanding of diverse belief systems, preparing learners for roles that require insight into metaphysical and spiritual frameworks. Metaphysics Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Metaphysics Module 02: Core Subjects of Metaphysics Module 03: History of Metaphysics Module 04: Fundamental Questions of Existence Module 05: New Age Movement and Metaphysics Module 06: Metaphysics and the Supernatural Module 07: Metaphysics, Religion and Occultism Module 08: Other Metaphysical Concepts (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of philosophical concepts. Professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge in theology or spiritual counselling. Beginners with an interest in philosophy, spirituality, or metaphysical studies. Those exploring careers in holistic, religious, or cultural education fields. Career Path Philosophy lecturer or researcher Spiritual or holistic counsellor Religious studies advisor or educator Author or content creator in metaphysical and spiritual topics Cultural consultant or community facilitator
Have you always been intrigued by dreamcatchers and want to learn the art of weaving your own, or do you know someone who loves them and want to gift them one? This ancient art is has gone through a lot of morphism and yet the old techniques are still here as always. Learn to weave a traditional dreamcatcher.
Basic introduction to Christian Chaplaincy online.
Basic introduction to Christian Chaplaincy online.