MODERATION - What a boring word, often equated with dullness or the ordinary... In our hedonistic society of immediate gratification it’s hardly a fashionable philosophy – so why is excessiveness - always a more alluring and daring past-time?
We yearn for elation –that immeasurable moment of exhilaration and supreme joy -where the ego ceases and we are transported towards instant glee... Our ADDICTIONS create that short cut to the soul where artificial leisure creates pleasure. In the 70’s Baba Ram Das said about LSD; “ the problem with it is, that it’s like jumping on a spring in front of a door and seeing heaven, and having to come down again.”
Now there’s the thing, being back in the mystery of your everyday life...The pace is slower than our short cut to pleasure, more deliberate...Slowly but life begins to flow through every part of us, no holds. This too is ensued by a gravitational field which attracts simplicity and retrieves our innocence.
Ironically, MODERATION affords us with the physical and emotional stamina to live the fullest.
Is a teacher and art-therapist and has worked with the children over the last 15 years. This has given her a wide spectrum of expeience and insight into our fledgling adults. She brings an energy and aptitude to her work which is uniquely creative and inspirational.
Stephen Read - " Stripes" Teenage Stress Management
Is an entrepeneur, and assists individuals establish small businesses in the informal settlements. He believes that by assimilating the correct skills to address self-esteem and conflict resolution at any early age, a springboard for leadership amongst our youth is created. He brings a wealth of experience in working with persons of all creeds and cultures.
Carole Thomas - " Stripes" Teenage Stress Management
Is a qualified teacher and has done telephonic counselling and school talks for Childline. She has both a great compassion and enthusiasm, as well as endurance for a wide range of current issues that relate to teenage stress.
Is an accountant by profession. She is involved in community voluntary work with the disadvantaged. Arising from her belief that " thoughts become your reality" she inspires teenagers to believe in themselves and realise that the choices they make at this point of their lives sets the stage for their future.
UP-COMING EVENTS
What:Meeting in the Orange - Relationship Management Where: Potchefstroom Date: Sat 23/10/2010, Sun 24/10/2010 Time: 9am - 6pm
What:Being The Best - Self Esteem Enhancement Where: Bryanston, Johannesburg Date: Sat 18/09/2010, Sun 19/09/2010
alt/or Sat 30/10/2010, Sun 31/10/2010 Time: 9am - 5pm
What:Stripes - Teenage Stress Management Where: Norscot Manor, Penguin Drive, Johannesburg Date: Sat 2/10/2010, Sun 3/10/2010 alt/or Sat 30/10/2010, Sun 31/10/2010 Time: 9am - 3pm
What:The Lords of Bling - Men's Leadership Where: Zebula Lodge, Bela-Bela Date: Fri 15/10/2010 to Sun 18/10/2010 Time: Fri 2pm - Sun 1pm
