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APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY:
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Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007.
Appreciative Inquiry is grounded in asking questions from a strength-based perspective, and envisioning the future in order to energize positive change. It is both a worldview and a process for change - a habit of mind, heart, and imagination that leads to learning and creativity. Unlike traditional problem solving that looks at what is wrong and forges solutions to fix problems, AI seeks what is good and vital - in a person, a situation or an organization. Particularly effective in turbulent and rapidly changing environments, AI builds a collaborative framework for creating a preferred future through the power of positive and engaging questions. Join us tonight to learn about and practise this powerful approach. MAUREEN (MO) McKENNA, a partner inThe SuMo Experience
(http://www.TheSumoExperience.com), focuses her organizational development and change
management expertise on designing and facilitating conversations that build
and SUstain MOmentum. With many years of hands-on management experience at Xerox
Canada, Mo now consults to and trains numerous clients in the public, private and
non-profit sectors. Reach her at Mo@TheSumoExperience.com.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. http://www.TorontoGrace.org Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table. REGISTRATION:
REGISTRATION: Fee of $30 received by Tues. Sept. 18 or $40 following. Mail a
cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St.,
Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially
by credit card through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer necessary).
If you cannot manage the full fee at this time,
please register by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date.
Cancellations: You may substitute another person for no additional fee.
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THE MENTORS CIRCLE
It can be lonely out there... With other self-employed professionals,
freelancers and entrepreneurs, determine and act on the next step to strengthen
or build your business. Identify what's important now, and set your own concrete
monthly goals. At each of the 3 monthly gatherings you will learn about important
practices for being successfully self-employed, as well as spend time brainstorming,
reviewing your goals, and problem solving. Support other group members and be
encouraged both during and between meetings, learning hands on techniques to
offer one another caring pressure with humour. And be open to building a larger
ongoing community for yourself and your business, looking for possibilities to
mentor and be mentored.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. http://www.TorontoGrace.org Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table. REGISTRATION :
Program fee of $130 received by Mon. Sept. 24 or $145 following ($105 or $120
for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's College
in the University of Toronto) plus $25 non-refundable materials fee also payable
on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification
is received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no
additional fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable
to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5.
Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card
through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer
necessary).
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ENNEAGRAM at WORK:
Fri. & Sat, Oct. 12 & 13, 2007.
Are you able to communicate at work so that others truly understand what
you mean to say? Can you give constructive feedback so that others do not
feel defensive, but actually improve their performance? Can you manage conflict
in a productive and respectful way? The Enneagram is a powerful system that
enables profound insights into our motivations, beliefs, focus of attention,
and habits of thinking and feeling. Use this knowledge to develop practical
steps, specific to your Enneagram style, to relate more effectively with others.
Enneagram styles differ from Myers-Briggs types in that you find your place on
the Enneagram through your inner experience rather than your outer behaviour.
This program is designed for people who are already familiar with their Enneagram
style, and an Introductory Session is necessary for those who aren't. HELEN PEACOCK, MSc, (www.Turning-Point-Intl.com)
has been giving Enneagram teachings for over ten years and is the Past President of the International Enneagram Association. Her programs are always fascinating and popular. We are indeed fortunate to have her: she has studied with every major Enneagram author/teacher. Helen achieves extraordinary results for her corporate clients by applying her in-depth knowledge of the Enneagram motivational model to the areas of Leadership, Teambuilding and Change Management. Reach her at H.Peacock@Turning-Point-Intl.com. LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION : Program fee of $130 received by Fri. Oct. 5 or $145
following ($105 or $120 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University
of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto) plus $25 non-refundable
materials fee also payable on registration. The Introductory Session, necessary
for participants who are not familiar with their Enneagram style, is $25. For
cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification is received by the
earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional fee up
until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for
Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and
pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card through PayPal
(having a PayPal account is no longer necessary).
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CONSCIOUS COMMERCE:
Monday, Oct. 22, 2007
Learn how you can combine the principles of Conscious Commerce: Wealth, Awareness, Transparency, Sustainability, and Oneness along with your Business Archetypes to clarify your purpose and passion in order to uncover possibilities and create profits! You created your business on purpose, are you working it on purpose? Are you able to maintain your passion while going about your business? Do you clearly see and act on the possibilities you are attracting? Join us for this inspiring and interactive presentation and be prepared to leave with tools for growing your business and living your life consciously! BRANDON KLAYMAN, www.consciouscommerce.cc, is a holistic business consultant and coach. Brandon's clients, who work with him from all parts of this wonderful world, use his creative and intuitive business insights to grow their businesses in a conscious and holistic manner. Brandon currently resides near the mountains in Calgary, Alberta and is in the Toronto area to re-connect with family, friends, and clients and to speak about conscious commerce and its role in the new emerging economy. Brandon has created a unique business model based on the chakra system and is passionate about sharing this model to assist business owners to clarify and create their passions and vision in business and in life. Reach Brandon at one@consciouscommerce.cc. LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. http://www.TorontoGrace.org Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table. REGISTRATION: Fee of $30 received by Mon. Oct. 15 or $40 following. Mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please register by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations: You may substitute another person for no additional fee.
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BREAKING THE TENSION HABIT:
3 Thursdays, Nov. 8, 15, 22, 2007.
Stress has surpassed the common cold as the most prevalent occupational
health problem. Its associated effects can be crippling to mind and spirit
as well as to the physical body. Stress reduces your effectiveness, blocks
your creativity, and damages your relationships as it saps your vitality and
undermines your overall wellness. But life doesn't have to be this way.
Explore practical ways to release physical and emotional tension so your body
can begin to heal itself. Learn how to create a more abundant, less stressful
life for yourself at work, at home, and at play by living inside out. LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. The main entrance is on the north side. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. http://www.TorontoGrace.org Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table. REGISTRATION : Program fee of $130 received by Thurs Nov 1 or $145 following ($105 or $120 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto). For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification is received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer necessary).
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FEAR-LESS at WORK
Saturday, Nov. 17, 2007.
Passion and creativity replacing your stresses and fears at work! Wouldn't
it be wonderful...but how to do it? Join us as we tap into the 12 everyday
psychological addictions, the root causes that might be depleting your mental
and emotional energies and blocking your success at work. Some examples of
issues you may discover include low self-esteem, fear of failure, lack of commitment,
and the arising self-consciousness, jealousies, unhealthy competition, and lack of
teamwork. Through this in depth process, your own diagnosis and insights will emerge.
The resulting self-understanding and your new knowledge about your relationships
will ground the action plan that you will then develop to help you break free
from psychological blocks and lead you to a place of greater happiness, productivity,
and fulfillment. This is a truly life-changing program.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. http://www.TorontoGrace.org CAR-POOLING:
If you are coming from outside Toronto and can give a ride or need a
ride, please contact Rita Reid-Smith at reid-smith@rogers.com. She will
connect possible car-poolers so that hopefully everyone who wants to
attend is able to. We suggest that each passenger contribute $5.00 each
way to the driver. REGISTRATION : Program fee of $100 received by Mon. Nov. 12 or
$115 following ($75 or $90 for Blue Card holders from our partner,
the University of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto) plus
$20 non-refundable materials fee also payable on registration. For cancellations,
a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification is received by the earlybird date,
or you may substitute another person for no additional fee up until the program
begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work,
Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event
securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer
necessary).
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MIND TOOLS:
Tuesday Nov. 27, 2007.
Do your buttons often get pushed? Do you ever wish you could remain calm
and focused rather than agitated and negative when under pressure or with
difficult people -- but find yourself doing the opposite? Mind Tools for Self
Management applies very old thinking, for new times. Learn a simple yet powerful
way to be more 'present', more in control in the moment. By changing the way
you process what is happening, you can become more responsive and less reactive,
focusing your attention on constructive action rather than inadvertently turning
situations, change or people into "a problem". Tonight you will leave with
new skills to use your old tools of awareness and attention. LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. The main entrance is on the north side. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. http://www.TorontoGrace.org Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table. REGISTRATION : Fee of $30 received by Tues. Nov. 20 or $40 following. Mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please register by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations: You may substitute another person for no additional fee.
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FINDING VOCATION:
4 Tuesdays, Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 2008.
Most people spend more time planning a vacation than they do thinking
about their life. Yet, In order to move forward with confidence and find your vocation,
both clarity and courage are necessary. This program gives you time for personal
self-reflection, sharing with a partner, and group discussion, all within the context
of the discernment model, Clarity and Courage. Come with your musings about your
career restlessness, your retirement, your job loss, or other major life changes.
And enjoy the live piano music that will help us on the journey.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets, and a
paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table. REGISTRATION : Program fee of $160 received by Thurs Jan 17 or $175 following
($135 or $150 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's
College in the University of Toronto) plus $20 non-refundable materials fee also
payable on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification
is received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional
fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for
Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay
for this event securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account
is no longer necessary).
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THE PASSION TEST™
Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008.
Do you know that you have a greater purpose in life, but are searching to discover
what it is? Are you longing to know what your passions are and how to align your
worklife with them? The Passion Test™ is a simple, yet profound process to help you
identify what your passions are, what you want to accomplish in your life, and how
to live accordingly. You can learn to focus on those things that hold meaning for
you and bring joy to everyday life, so you can live a life that involves things you
care about having, things you care about doing, and people who support you in ways
that are meaningful for you. LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets, and a
paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION : Fee of $30 received by Thurs. Jan. 17 or $40 following.
Mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St.,
Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially
through PayPal (having a PayPal account
is no longer necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please
register by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations:
You may substitute another person for no additional fee. INTRODUCTION to CONSTRUCTIVE COMMUNICATION
Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008
Be introduced to a simple yet profound process for preventing or peacefully
resolving differences by deeply connecting with another person's feelings and needs
as well as with your own. Learn how you can increase goodwill and cooperation among
team-members and with others; resolve differences with your co-workers and accommodate
different viewpoints; break patterns of thinking that lead to anger, depression and
stress; nurture and build family relationships. Constructive Communication, which
is also known as Compassionate Nonviolent Communication, is based on the work of
Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D., the internationally renowned and respected founder of
the Center for Nonviolent Communication.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets, and a
paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION : Program fee of $100 received by Mon Feb 18 or $115 following
($75 or $90 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's
College in the University of Toronto) plus $10 non-refundable materials fee also
payable on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification
is received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional
fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for
Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for
this event securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account is
no longer necessary).
LISTENING WELL:
Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2008
Effective listening helps build cooperation. Effective listening skills are an essential
part of assertiveness and a caring work environment. As we learn to listen well, we
judge less, understand more and we see the best in each other. When we are listening
well, others make their point quickly and we are open to their ideas and considerate
of our own. Together, as we become better at listening, we create a spiritual harmony
in the workplace.
During this seminar, we will examine how to mirror, paraphrase, ask good questions,
give appreciation, add humour and find common ground. This seminar is for you regardless
of whether you have attended a similar seminar. Let’s come together for an enjoyable
evening and discover better ways to work well with others.
LESLIE ROSE (www.leslieroseseminars.com)
has been a trainer, consultant and coach for
over 25 years. His programs have been measured for long-term results and are consistently
well received. Leslie presents on Effective Communication, Managing Stress and Humour
to business, associations, non-profit groups and government. His clients include
Canadian Association of Optometrists, Denturists Association of Ontario, Community
Living, Unity Church, Hydro One, Bombardier and Sony. Leslie can be reached at
leslie@leslieroseseminars.com.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets, and a
paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION : Fee of $30 received by Tues. Feb. 19 or $40 following. Mail a
cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto
M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no
longer necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please register
by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations: You may substitute
another person for no additional fee.
THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT
Thursday, Mar. 27, 2008
Spirituality in the workplace is still a foreign concept in many organizations.
Wellness and Human Resources professionals may shift uncomfortably in their chairs
when asked about the "spirit" aspect of body-mind-spirit practices in their workplace.
Yet, enlightened companies and leaders understand that employee well-being does
not stop at physical, emotional and intellectual support. In this workshop, you
will explore the dimensions and language of spirituality within an organizational
setting, as well as the bottom-line benefits of an integrated, holistic approach
to body-mind-spirit. Discover new ideas that you can take back to your own workplace,
with examples of programs and practices embraced by TELUS Mobility and other
enlightened workplaces. LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION: Fee of $30 received by Thur. March 20 or $40 following.
Mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St.,
Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially
through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer necessary). If you cannot
manage the full fee at this time, please register by mail and pay what you can
before the earlybird date. Cancellations: You may substitute another person for
no additional fee.
INTRODUCTION to
3 Wednesdays, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 2008
Be introduced to a simple yet profound process for preventing or peacefully
resolving differences by deeply connecting with another person's feelings and needs
as well as with your own. Learn how you can increase goodwill and cooperation among
team-members and with others; resolve differences with your co-workers and accommodate
different viewpoints; break patterns of thinking that lead to anger, depression and
stress; nurture and build family relationships. Constructive Communication, which
is also known as Compassionate Nonviolent Communication, is based on the work of
Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D., the internationally renowned and respected founder of
the Center for Nonviolent Communication.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION : Program fee of $130 received by Wed Mar 26 or $145 following
($105 or $120 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's
College in the University of Toronto) plus $10 non-refundable materials fee also payable
on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification is
received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional
fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for
Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay
for this event securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account is
no longer necessary). WORDS @ WORK:
Saturday, Apr. 19, 2008.
At work we are challenged regularly to "think outside the box". How often do you
try to do this, but with less success than you would like? Today, marvel over the
experience of thinking through the box. Discover well-reasoned, adaptable and imaginative
tools for problem solving with metaphors, transforming your challenges and releasing
stress by using words and images. The result of creatively linking your left brain
(analytical) and your right brain (imagistic) is insightful and practical information
that emerges organically as you engage "whole brain" thinking. A past participant
claims: "If you have half a mind to solve a problem, it's not enough! Catherine Graham's
training has given us techniques to combine the strengths of both the analytical and the
creative halves of our minds to develop innovative, lasting solutions."
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION: Program fee of $100 received by Mon. Apr 14 or $115 following
($75 or $90 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's
College in the University of Toronto). For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld
if notification is received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another
person for no additional fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque
payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5.
Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card at
www.SpiritualityAtWork.org through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer necessary).
RE-FIREMENT,
with SYBILLA MANNSFELDT
4 Tuesdays, Apr. 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2008.
It is time to retire the word "retire" and find renewal and passion for the new
chapter in your life. Join others of like mind. First, do a series of self-assessment
exercises for personal growth and self-awareness, exploring psychological and spiritual
dimensions and the necessary developmental tasks for "growing" rather than "getting" old.
Then, review various activity options that can give your life meaning and purpose: paid
and unpaid work for productive, enriching years to realize your potential, make a
contribution to society, and leave a legacy. Don't count the years, make the years count!
This program is for those considering retirement, just there, or already retired and
wondering "what next?".
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION: Program fee of $160 received by Tues Apr 15 or $175 following
($135 or $150 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's
College in the University of Toronto) plus $65 non-refundable materials fee also payable
on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification is
received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional
fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for
Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for
this event securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account is
no longer necessary).
CRAZY BUSY:
Thursday, Apr. 24, 2008
Is your life a whirlwind? How often do you turn out the light, wishing you had
some time for you? Those with a bigger purpose can be especially prone to defining
self-care as self-indulgent. Masters of multi-tasking, we believe we can endlessly
juggle our many competing demands and responsibilities without cost. Not true!
Unless we care for ourselves - first - we cannot fully do our work in the world.
So, let's step off the "crazy busy" treadmill and together reflect on what's really
important. Identify a set of daily practices that nourishes you physically, emotionally,
mentally and spiritually. Gain practical strategies for bringing harmony to all
aspects of your Life Wheel. Make yourself a priority for a change by joining this
thought-provoking yet lively session. You are sure to come away with a renewed spirit
and refreshed mind. CAROL-ANN HAMILTON, Principal of Spirit Unlimited and Changing Leadership
(www.ChangingLeadership.com) is a coach, facilitator, and transformation agent
who enthuses people to explore and create meaningful lives, unleashing their true
potential. This pioneering visionary has applied her leadership development,
performance coaching, team building and change management expertise within Fortune
500, entrepreneurial, and consulting settings in Canada and the US for more than 25
years. Carol-Ann has authored "The A to Z Guide to Soul-Inspiring Leadership",
"Courage to Succeed", "Walking with the Wise for Entrepreneurs" and "Women Who Speak,
Speak Out!" and the soon-to-be-released "Step Out of Your Sandbox!. Reach her at
info@changingleadership.com.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650 Church St.
at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station.
Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace.
The main entrance is on the north side. www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION : Fee of $30 received by Thurs. Apr. 17 or $40 following.
Mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St.,
Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially through
PayPal (having a PayPal account
is no longer necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please
register by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations:
You may substitute another person for no additional fee.
INTRODUCTION to
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Be introduced to a simple yet profound process for preventing or
peacefully resolving differences by deeply connecting with another person`s feelings
and needs as well as with your own. Learn how you can increase goodwill and
cooperation among team-members and with others; resolve differences with your
co-workers and accommodate different viewpoints; break patterns of thinking that
lead to anger, depression and stress; nurture and build family relationships.
Constructive Communication, which is also known as Compassionate Nonviolent Communication,
is based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D., the internationally renowned and
respected founder of the Center for Nonviolent Communication.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION : Program fee of $100 received by Mon Apr. 28 or $115 following
($75 or $90 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's
College in the University of Toronto) plus $10 non-refundable materials fee also payable
on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification is
received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional
fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for
Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay
for this event securely and confidentially by credit card through PayPal (having a PayPal
account is no longer necessary).
Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table.
YOUR WORK,YOUR LEGACY
Wednesday, May 7, 2008.
The dictionary defines legacy as a gift, something received and for posterity.
What impact do you want to make, whether with clients, students, patients, fellow
employees, or for your profession or society at large? What gifts and contributions
do you want to leave for others and how do you want to be remembered? What strategies
will leave a needed and significant imprint on your organization? Typically we neglect
the long term implications of our behaviour at work and think only about the present
and what we can do to be successful now. This short-term thinking short-changes us
and others. In this workshop, we will explore how your contributions at work can be
deliberately and consciously chosen for long term impact after you are gone. LINDA SOMERS, M.Ed. (www.will-help.com)
has been an organization effectiveness consultant for many years. She now works as
a Legacy Coach to help her clients think strategically about the long term impact on
others in both their personal and professional lives. She gives public presentations
and workshops, tapes life stories for future generations and trains volunteers at a
hospice to become Legacy Coaches. Reach Linda at Linda.Somers@rogers.com LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650 Church St.
at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station.
Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace.
The main entrance is on the north side. www.TorontoGrace.org
FINDING VOCATION:
4 Wednesdays, May 21, 28, June 4, 11, 2008.
Most people spend more time planning a vacation than they do thinking
about their life. Yet, In order to move forward with confidence and find your vocation,
both clarity and courage are necessary. This program gives you time for personal
self-reflection, sharing with a partner, and group discussion, all within the context
of the discernment model, Clarity and Courage. Come with your musings about your
career restlessness, your retirement, your job loss, or other major life changes.
And enjoy the live piano music that will help us on the journey.
LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets, and a
paid lot at the Grace. The main entrance is on the north side. http://www.TorontoGrace.org REGISTRATION : Program fee of $160 received by Wed. May 14 or $175 following
($135 or $150 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's
College in the University of Toronto) plus $20 non-refundable materials fee also payable
on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification is
received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional
fee up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for
Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay
for this event securely and confidentially through PayPal (having a PayPal account
is no longer necessary).
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