Goodwill Sessions
The goodwill patterns, originally derived from the Beatitudes, are tools for developing the 'will-to-good'.
In these sessions, we explore how we can develop goodwill through meditation and action to change how we think and how we create the world around us.
Each session stands alone with a focus on one of the eight mind-sets that make up the goodwill patterns.
Khooba: finding the good in all things
Saturday 29th September 2007 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The focus here is on developing the openness to seeing the positive in ourselves, others and the challenges life presents us. Through exercises and discussion, we explore how such an attitude can increase our joy in life.
Makikh: understanding our needs accurately
Saturday 20th October 2007 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Developing Makikh helps us understand how people's behaviour, however dysfunctional and destructive, derives from seeking to get basic and valid needs met. Makikh allows us to become aware of what our true needs are and to relate more compassionately to others.
Rukha: to be at home in peace
Saturday 10th November 2007 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
We all can achieve peace when meditating but how do we hold on to an attitude of serenity when being unjustly criticised and unfairly treated? In this seminar, we explore how to achieve inner peace in a turbulent world.
The Power of Forgiveness
Saturday 8th December 2007 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Forgiveness is the cancellation of all conditions preventing the flow of love and joy through you, independently of the behaviour of others or outer circumstances. In this seminar, we begin to work with the extraordinary transformative power of forgiveness.
Relevant Background
Dearbhaile Bradley M.A. has over twenty years experience facilitating groups in a wide range of contexts and several countries. Prior to moving to Glastonbury, she worked as a counsellor, trainer and supervisor in Northern Ireland where she also trained as a community arts facilitator.
She trained in Love and Forgiveness Skills with Guy Pettitt and first taught this material for the Peace and Reconciliation Department of Derry City council. She is currently seeking a publisher for her book on the Goodwill Patterns.
Comments from previous participants
'This work has made a lasting impact on me and helped me in my evolution to becoming a better, more loving person.'
'I now feel much stronger and more confident about my own values.'
'This has helped me communicate better with my ex-partner.'
'This course has been such a joy.'
To book your place
Each day cost £40 each and a deposit of £10 is required to secure your place. Please send a cheque for £10 made out to Dearbhaile Bradley to 6 Manor House Road, Glastonbury BA6 9DE along with your name, address, phone number and other contact details. If you'd like further information please don't hesitate to phone me on 01458 832044.
If you require accommodation in Glastonbury in order to attend this workshop I recommend Healing Waters.
