I have been planning how to facilitate opportunities for safe and open dialogue around current issues.  Dialogue that supports us to explore various perspectives, perhaps ones that we haven’t considered or been aware of or ones that we were pretty sure were flawed or just wrong.  Dialogue that moves us closer to 'others' that might hold one a perspective different to our own in a way that actually deepens our understanding. 

This kind of dialogue feels like something that is important personally and collectively.  It is what I discuss with Anneke Sips in this month’s podcast.  When I think of Anneke I think of these qualities: listening, connection and coming together (I could throw in curious and compassion too).  Anneke works in psychiatry and Yoga Therapy.  Having been frustrated as an 18 year old at not being listened to when she suggested bringing Yoga into the hospital where she worked, she now teaches a Yoga training for medical professionals and is called upon to integrate Yoga into healthcare settings in The Netherlands.  

Anneke also speaks about what it is to navigate rather than react through our lives; how to keep an eye out for dangers, recognise milestones and develop your toolkit.  She is someone who has helped me at pivotal points in my journey and helped me to bring some of the clarity to the Fight Flight Freeze & Me Course that I offer.   

Our conversation has inspired us to work together in opening up dialogue within our communities.  It’s well worth a listen.  Please also get in touch with either of us if you would like to be part of our Spirit of Dialogue project.

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