Barbara Brewster: author, presenter, poet, actress, teacher, clown & survivor

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

*Passionate Student of Life *Spontaneity Addict *Lots of Fun

Play is one of the highest spiritual forms of being. When we're in that state, we get lost in ourselves,
which allows the mind to receive the message of the spirit. Dr. Ellie Katz, 'playologist'

RAMBUNCTIOUS WRITING: Whether already a creative writer, just learning or with no experience at all, discover the power of playful writing to help us reconnect with and expand our humour, self-awareness, creativity and wholeness. We’ll shake out the cobwebs, stimulate our spontaneity and tickle our imaginations - and perhaps unveil some surprising personal insights.

POWER OF PLAY (POP!): Using special games, processes and dialogue we’ll spring beyond habit and shyness to rediscover our original, yet too-often censored, creative selves, and reclaim and enhance our sparkle, health and creativity. Click here for Barbara's articles on the Power of Play

LOVE OR GROWTH:Through processes and dialogue we’ll address the question: Is it possible to have freedom in relationship? We’ll share and explore our motives, goals, discoveries and triumphs as well as our blocks to love and/or growth.

LIVING FULLY (FOR TEENS): Certain qualities, principles, choices and commitments are involved in living life to the full. Using stories, fun processes, questions/answers, discussion and writing, we’ll explore, expand awareness of, and develop approaches to living fully. Click here for more information about these sessions for teens

Laugh!

WORKSHOP TESTIMONIES

Will you come and teach my staff? My wife came home just glowing from your workshop today and I want that for my work group. Husband of participant

My headache’s gone! Marcia, Oregon, USA

Three playshops in three months and I can't wait for the next one! There's lots of fun and laughter and opportunity to practice spontaneity.  Siegfried Gutbrod, General Manager, Gawler Foundation

This is the most fun I've had in a long time!  Cancer Patient, Washington, USA

It’s great to let my imagination run riot without getting looks of puzzled bewilderment. Anon. Melbourne

You created a safe and encouraging space where our staff had more fun then we've had in ages. This playshop is for everyone who wants to laugh and laugh and laugh. Elizabeth Stevens, Publisher "Living Now," Melbourne.

I've realized that it really doesn't matter "what" as long as I "do". Allan, Noosa

It really shakes out the cobwebs -- in a fun way! Ilya Howard, Coordinator, Banksia Center, Frankston.

The best party I've been to for ages. Hugh O'Connell, 87, resident, Broughton Hall Retirement Centre, Camberwell.

An amazing, eye-opening, adventurous fun-filled journey!  Sarah, Buderim

I’ve remembered my spontaneity within this group.  Thank you! Marie, Melbourne

Great to work with someone with so much experience, especially life experience. Harold, Gawler

The most important thing was getting realizations about myself through play. Kay, Gawler, SA

Thank you for helping me to affirm myself. Cecily, Gawler, SA

If you need a good belly laugh, this is it. Great as a staff development exercise. Jelena Pincic, Coordinator, Altona Green Neighbourhood House

“POP” and “Rambunctious Writing” have VAST potential to do immediate good work on individuals. One lady present today will be enormously encouraged by your facilitating and her own very interesting FREE/LIBERATING responses. Brian Steel, author, Mornington

A really useful exercise in spontaneity and use of simplicity to stimulate the imagination. Brisbane

You’ve encouraged me to follow my first instinct/impulse and be myself. Carole, Brisbane

This has reminded me to not worry about an outcome to creativity. Just do it for the sake of doing it. Carolyn, Mornington

I'm shy about groups, but within the first two minutes you had me feeling connected with these people. 60 year old man, Brisbane

It unblocked my writer's block. Judy Fischer, Director, Creative Living Centre, Preston

The high point was really letting go and being free to be me. Helen,East Gippsland

Bring tissues!  Margaret Crutch, Melbourne

I learnt things about myself and the way I deal with situations. I feel revitalized—enveloped with friendliness from people I’ve never met before. Gerry, Gawler, SA

Thank you for opening me up and giving me some new tools. Very enlightening! Bob, Sydney

Barbara has presented for many events and organizations in Australia, including Holistic, Wellness, Medical, Nursing, Mental Health and Psychological Groups; Schools, RMIT and Universities; Financial, Farm, and Corporate Managers; Executive Groups; Festivals, Retreats, AGMs, Conferences and Gatherings; RSL and Veterans Groups, Government Departments, Community Groups. Summarised above are just some of the Workshops she offers.

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