TALKS
presented by Barbara Brewser, PSol* SA* LoF*

Your sessions on “Power Of Play” and ”Rambunctious Writing” were highly successful, capturing members’ and partners’ interest and sending them away thinking about things they can do differently in their lives. Some members’ comments on what they'd gained; new insights on how to unlock the creative side of my brain, creative value of “lightening up,” importance of laughter, benefit of saying “Yes, ” see things differently, see outside the square, helped develop group interaction of TEC.
Professor Bob Nordlinger, chairman, Melbourne branch of The Executive Connection [TEC is an international organisation of CEOs]

It was pretty clear that people were drawn to attend [the AGM] because of you and I think they were happy with their decision. I felt an ease among the group many of whom did not know each other at the beginning of the evening. I certainly enjoyed your presentation.
Jocelyn Bennett, Convenor, Australian Complementary Health Association

Many members of the audience commented afterwards about how inspired they were by you, as both a writer and a person who understood the creative spirit. Other participants in your “Rambunctious Writing” workshop commented about how you helped them relax and have fun—the best route to exploration!
Shiela Stephens, Coordinator and Moderator, Tigard Writer’s Resource, Oregon

Barbara's impact on us was such that of all the excellent speakers at the Gawler Foundation's Spirit of Survival Conference, she was the only one we approached to participate in our “Cancer Support and Wellness” program. One of our members attending the Conference commented: “Although all the speakers were good, it was worth coming if only to hear Barbara Brewster alone!”
Nan Lasry, Bayside Living Centre

Your sessions on “Power Of Play” and ”Rambunctious Writing” were highly successful, capturing members’ and partners’ interest and sending them away thinking about things they can do differently in their lives. Some members’ comments on what they'd gained; new insights on how to unlock the creative side of my brain, creative value of “lightening up,” importance of laughter, benefit of saying “Yes, ” see things differently, see outside the square, helped develop group interaction of TEC.
Professor Bob Nordlinger, chairman, Melbourne branch of The Executive Connection [TEC is an international organisation of CEOs]

It was pretty clear that people were drawn to attend [the AGM] because of you and I think they were happy with their decision. I felt an ease among the group many of whom did not know each other at the beginning of the evening. I certainly enjoyed your presentation.
Jocelyn Bennett, Convenor, Australian Complementary Health Association

Many members of the audience commented afterwards about how inspired they were by you, as both a writer and a person who understood the creative spirit. Other participants in your “Rambunctious Writing” workshop commented about how you helped them relax and have fun—the best route to exploration!
Shiela Stephens, Coordinator and Moderator, Tigard Writer’s Resource, Oregon

Barbara's impact on us was such that of all the excellent speakers at the Gawler Foundation's Spirit of Survival Conference, she was the only one we approached to participate in our “Cancer Support and Wellness” program. One of our members attending the Conference commented: “Although all the speakers were good, it was worth coming if only to hear Barbara Brewster alone!”
Nan Lasry, Bayside Living Centre

On numerous occasions it has been difficult to have a Guest Speaker keep the interest of such a diverse group of people for even a limited time. We were therefore thrilled that you kept their undivided attention and interest for some 45 minutes. We have had many congratulations from other Service Clubs on our choice of Guest Speaker.
Vivienne Hutchinson, Senior Information Officer, Mt Gambier Blue Lakes Festival

Your subject was very topical for a group such as yours, which is dedicated to better management, problem solving and self-improvement. You certainly received many questions after your address and also requests for your books.
Vern Cook, President, SA Branch, Australian Farm Management Society

It's only people like you who have the power to bridge that farmer/city folk gap.
Bryan Jones, member, S.A. Branch, Australian Farm Management Society

Thank you so much for speaking at the breakfast and co-facilitating the “Rekindling Your Passion” weekend workshop with Colin Abbot. You did a wonderful job of both and the feedback was excellent. I was impressed … You and Colin were totally in tune, very affirming of each other and the group and also had so much energy and enthusiasm. Great models for the subject!
Bev Krzyzanowski, Director, Courses for Living, Augustine Centre, Hawthorn