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The Second Annual
CONSCIOUS CONNECTIONS
Renew ~ Reconnect ~ Recreate
A Retreat Weekend for Human Service Providers
VILLA PAULINE RETREAT HOUSE MENDHAM, NJ
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February 20-22, 2009
Facilitated by
Dr. Kenneth V. Hardy
Mary-Michael Levitt, Ed S., LMFT, LPC
Space is limited to 35 professionals!
The Invitation to Supervision
Explore the professional, cultural and personal relationship that centers around the relief of your clients suffering.
This weekend is an invitation to be present in the study of relationships both with ourselves and those we serve. How do you use yourself in this relationship? The retreat will open conversations with our personal commitment to honor who you are. We invite you to bring your passions, life goals and family history. Explore how you work to experience both your own and your client’s emotional field while transforming their suffering into hope, peace and purpose. |
The Experience of Community
Living together in a learning community affords all participants the opportunity for mentorship on a grand scale.
Remove yourself from all distractions, seize your creativity, strengthen professional relationships and honor your process of living and working. It is the intent of this retreat to inspire your personal wisdom and spiritual well being which is at the heart of natural wellness. The retreat facilitators will engage in a process to emphasize your capacity for resilience designed to maintain a personal level of empathy and compassion for self and others. |
Weekend Festivities
Saturday Night Celebration of Life:
We believe in celebrating our culture, gender, gifts, talents, and all other parts of ourselves. Do you sing, dance, write poetry, play with photography, play an instrument, draw, paint, tell a story, read a favorite script, write, invent, or want to share an accomplishment or special interest. We will arrange for displays, readings, performances, photography slide shows, etc. Most of all we encourage you to express your culture by wearing your native dress for the evening. Use style, color, fabric, costume, and any other expression. Everyone’s contribution will make for an evening to remember.
Weekend Treats
Publications: If you have authored an article or book please bring copies to share or purchase in the Retreat library.
Lending Library: We will be setting aside space to share your favorite book, a place to sit and incubate new ideas.
Bring a book to share for the weekend in the Lending Library.
Book Swap: If you have a book you can let go of, bring it with you and swap for one you haven’t read yet.
Bulletin Board: A bulletin board will be available all weekend for messages, requests, notices, etc.
Conscious
Connections Retreat Schedule for February 20-22, 2009
| Friday |
12:00 - 3:00 pm |
Registration & Free Time |
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3:15 - 5:15 pm |
Welcome Reception: Opening Remarks by Ken Hardy / Mary-Michael Levitt |
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6:00 - 7:30 pm |
Dinner |
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7:45 - 10:30 pm |
Learning Community / Supervision |
Saturday |
8:00 - 9:00 am |
Breakfast |
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9:30 - 11:45 am |
Learning Community / Supervision |
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12:00 - 2:00 pm |
Lunch & Free Time |
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2:15 - 5:00 pm |
Learning Community / Supervision |
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6:00 - 12:00 am |
Dinner: Evening Celebration of Our Lives |
Sunday |
8:00 - 9:00 am |
Breakfast |
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9:30 - 1:15 pm |
Learning Community / Supervision |
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1:15 - 2:15 pm |
Lunch |
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2:15 - 5:00 pm |
Free Time |
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5:00 pm |
Check Out |
Note: Massage & Yoga Available: Pre-Registration will be required (no extra fee)
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Will I have my own room or have to share a room? |
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Rooms will be assigned as a first come first serve basis. There are four private rooms available, five doubles, two triple rooms, and six quad rooms. |
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Do the rooms have private bathrooms or are they in the hall? |
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Some bathrooms are shared and some are located in the hallway depending on the room. |
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How are meals prepared? |
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Meals are home cooked by the Sisters of Christian Charity. |
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If I need special meals how is that handled? |
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Special dietary requests will be honored. |
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What is the check in time? |
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Attendees can check in 12:00 – 3:00 on February 20th. |
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What is check out time? |
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Check out is at 5:00 p.m. on February 22nd. |
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Will the attendee list be distributed to those who participated? |
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The list will be distributed with the permission of each participant. |
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Do I need to bring towels & bedding? |
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Towels and bedding will be provided by Villa Pauline. |
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What can we do during our free time? |
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Massage therapy, library for reading, meditation, listening to music, journal writing, small group discussions in the lounge area. |
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Is Car Pooling Available? |
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Yes, upon request. |
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What writing materials are needed? |
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If you would like to capture your experience from the weekend, we recommend a journal or notebook. |
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What is Learning Community and Supervision? |
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Scheduled group meetings, professionally facilitated, to address the challenges of being a therapist. |
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What is the dress for the weekend? |
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We want each of you to be comfortable and relaxed during the weekend so the dress is casual. |
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What is the Saturday night Celebration of Life? |
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We believe in celebrating our culture, gender, gifts, talents, and all other parts of ourselves. Do you sing, dance, write poetry, play with photography, play an instrument, draw, paint, tell a story, read a favorite script, write, invent, or want to share an accomplishment or special interest. We will arrange for displays, readings, performances, photography slide shows, etc. |
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Will you provide a registration package with additional information? |
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Yes, when we receive your deposit we will email you a complete package of information. |
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