Hoffman UK Newsletter
Celebrations
April News 2010
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Dear Nikki,
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 In this edition we celebrate two very special Birthdays. The 15th Anniversary of Hoffman UK, and our most mature Hoffman Graduate, Betty Hughes, reaches 90 and launches her new book! Read more about these milestone events below, and book tickets to our May 1st Party bash.
We're also very excited to be coming to Scotland at the end of this month. We'll be in Glasgow with an Information Evening for those of you who'd like to know more about the Process and a Reconnection Day for those of you who have done it and would like to know more about life after it!
This month there is also a chance to view the lovely offices where we work in Arundel, as we're offering a Reconnection Day for Hoffman Graduates complete with views of the castle, swans and moat.
There's an interesting article in Therapist Today to give you a flavour of one person's experience of the Process and a chance to read Betty Hughes's new book documenting her journey which enabled her to compare the Process to many different therapeutic experiences.
If you'd like to meet the founder of Hoffman UK, Tim Laurence, he's over from the Gulf this month to give you a flavour of the Process at an introductory afternoon workshop in London. Tickets are going very quickly for this - you can book online below.
If this is a time of year when you're going away with family- have a wonderful time and we're wishing you reasons to celebrate!
Dates for 2010 Processes and Information Evenings are on
our calendar page.
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Anger and Forgiveness - Therapy Today
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 In the March issue of Therapy Today magazine Hoffman Graduate, Jayne Allen, talks about why she decided to do the Process:
'I've benefited from my fair share of therapy,
and feel, in a middle-aged sort of way, rather resigned to my problems.
But problems I do have: I struggle with intimacy and tend to isolate
myself...'
'The week provided a rich and unique space for exploration. The sheer
intensity of spending that length of time focussing on myself was
extraordinary. There was nowhere to run and no way of distracting myself
from my feelings: there was no glass of red wine, no telephone, no work
or children or other people's problems to busy myself with. I had to
stay with whatever came up.'After a challenging few days she finally felt: 'I was having fun for what felt like the first time in years. We
reflected on the day later that evening. For me the day had been like
having a mirror held up to show me how serious, how controlling, how
joyless I had become. I understood with new clarity how my behaviour
results in my feeling cut off and alone.' |
Talking to My Selves - Betty Hughes
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Betty is a much loved part of the Hoffman community and this month she's not only celebrating her 90th birthday but also the launch of her new book, 'Talking to My Selves'. Betty did the Process in 1998 after many years of therapy to deal with religious indoctrination, combined with early
childhood trauma that left her feeling detached from a sense of her real identity. Her story maps the ups and downs of her journey as she reclaims the parts of herself which were created to help her deal with such a difficult upbringing. Her comment on the Process was:
'This total acceptance of me, in my many parts, made the most lasting impression on me. Because of my history, the word 'love' has been deeply distorted. In the Hoffman Process, each person was respected, supported and nurtured. Spirituality was an essential ingredient and the quality of the total experience gave me a sense of being generously loved, affirmed and sent on my way with a bounce in my step. In fact, as a result of this experience I found that I could dance without feeling inhibited.' |
Hoffman 15th Anniversary Party Saturday May 1st in London
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 All of us at the Hoffman would like to thank each one of you for contributing to the growth of Hoffman UK over the past fifteen years. Come and join us for our Hoffman 15th Anniversary Party on Saturday May 1st starting at 7.30 pm. We'll be raising a glass in celebration as we look over St James's Park and look forward to the next fifteen years. Venue: Royal Overseas League, Park Place, St James's
Street, London SW1A 1LR
Nearest Tube: Green Park, (Piccadilly, Jubilee and
Victoria Lines)
Ticket price: £15 per person - includes a glass
of something sparkly as well as canapes and dancing. There will be a cash bar all evening.
If you're a Hoffman Graduate you can book tickets via our Graduate website on the link below. If not, just call the Hoffman Office on 01903 88 99 90. We'd love to see Hoffman Graduates old and new, plus your friends and family - it would be a lovely way to get to know them!
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NEW - Scottish Information Evening - April 27th Glasgow
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 We're drumming up support for our first Information Evening in Glasow. We'd love to see any of you who are interested in knowing more about the Hoffman Process. Hosted by Hoffman Director Serena Laurence and Hoffman Teacher Mairi Russell there will also be previous participants of the Process happy to answer your questions. Held at The Consulting Rooms in The Connal Building, 34 West George Street, Glasgow G2 1DA from 7.30 - 9.30 pm, this event is free and there's no need to book. It would be helpful if you could email:
lynn@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk if you intend to go, so that we can keep an eye on numbers and if you have questions please just call us on: 01903 88 99 90.
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A Hoffman Introductory Workshop with Tim Laurence
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Hoffman Introductory Workshop - Led by UK
Hoffman Founder Tim Laurence
Getting Your Past Out Of Your Present
 Time and Venue: Saturday 24th
April, 2 - 5.30pm
in Putney, SW London
You'll learn some Hoffman techniques and find out how to:
Free yourself from old family patternsIdentify the things that keep you depressed or lacking in self esteem
Safely release 'out of control' emotionsLearn to let go of what causes depression and griefDiscover the keys to keeping healthy relationships
 This workshop is staged in collaboration with Patrick Holford. His new book The 10 Secrets of 100% Healthy People includes a chapter on the link between emotional and physical health.
Patrick Holford's next workshops are:
May Sat 15th & Sun 16th Ireland
May Sat 29th & Sun 30th London
'The Hoffman Process is by far the most powerful and effective course I have come across. It's the equivalent of a psychological detox. This kind of inner work is essential
for true health and happiness'.
Patrick Holford
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Info Evenings - April 13th London
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Would you like to find out more about the
Process?
Information Evenings provide a great
opportunity to meet Hoffman Teachers as well
as Hoffman
Graduates, ask questions, hear
people's
experiences and decide if the
Process is right for you now, or in the future.
They're free and there's no need to book. These evenings, held on Tuesdays, start at 7.30pm and
finish around 9.30pm.
Next Information Evening Dates
include: April 13th Regents College, LondonApril 27th
The Consulting Rooms, The Connal Buidling, Glasgow
May 18th Regents College, LondonJune 8th Regents College, London
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Info Phone-In April 20th
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Is the Hoffman Process for you?
Many of you tell us that Information Evenings are very helpful in deciding whether the Process is for you; yet there may not be one convenient to you. So we also offer monthly information phone-ins. These are really lively with callers questions and interesting input from previous Process participants and Hoffman Teachers. Call from wherever you are in the world and join UK Hoffman Director Serena Laurence, pictured here, from 7.30-8.30pm UTC/GMT for our April 20th Information phone-in. You can just listen or if you have a question, we'll be delighted to help.
- How can you tell if the Process is right for you?
- What changes can you expect following the course?
- How do you continue the benefits of the Process once it's over?
- What are the long-term benefits?
Can't make this date? Next call is Tuesday May 4th 7.30 - 8.30pm
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Family Constellations Workshops, London
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 Family Constellations Workshops
Tracing and healing family patterns with Matthew Pruen and Gaye Donaldson
'Systemic Constellation Work', as the approach founded by German psychotherapist Bert Hellinger is often called, is a wonderfully effective way of mapping the patterns that run through family generations to find lasting healing resolutions.
Constellation work addresses a wide range of issues including: - Fractured and difficult relationships between couples and family members
- Relational and professional problems at work
- Chronic illness, addictions, depression, lack of motivation
- Bereavement, loss, suicidal tendencies
- Adoption, abortion, illegitimacy, incest, rape
- Ancestral issues, family secrets, ruptures, divorce, violence
- Life changes and choices, assessing strategies and solutions
- Finding and feeling our own resources and strength
Dates currrently offered: April
9, and June 11/12
Venue: The October Gallery, 24 Old Gloucester Street, London, WC1N 3AL Cost: £98.00 per person for the one day workshop (Couples discount and bursaries are available)
Booking and enquiries are via email to:
matthew@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk
Click for more information
'I wholeheartedly recommend these workshops to any Hoffman graduate wanting to deepen their Process experience.' Serena Laurence
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NEW Scotland Reconnection Day - Also Arundel April 17th, London May 22nd,
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Arundel Castle  | As Spring gets underway we have our first Reconnection Day held at the Hoffman Institute in Arundel, West Sussex on Saturday April 17th. As well as a chance to see the Hoffman Administrative offices, this is a beautiful rural location with a cathedral and a famous moated castle. At lunchtime a lovely river walk has areas where you can picnic and watch the swans glide by on the river Arun, which is the highest tidal river in the UK.
NEW - Let's get together in Glasgow!Yes, finally after much planning, we've reached the other side of
Hadrian's Wall and we're running our FIRST Glasgow Reconnection Day on Saturday 1st May led by Hoffman Teacher Mairi Russell. We'd love to see all of you Hoffman Graduates who normally can't make it to events in the south. You can book on the link below.  Book with the Hoffman office on 01903 88 99 90 or online via the link below. "Reconnection Day was like being back at the Process, the same intimacy, confidentiality and bonding yet on top of that learning practical skills to keep the Process alive. Thank you!" Christine Mason Our next London Reconnection Day
is on Saturday May 22nd in
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Support Call April 14th
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Patterns and Money - Wednesday April 14th - 7.30-8.45pm
This month's call is focused on how our patterns influence our relationship with money.
Led by Matthew Pruen, these calls are ideal when you
finish your Post Process Support
Groups and want to reconnect to the
Process tools. We also welcome
Hoffman Graduates who've been
'out of the loop' and want a fresh perspective. In short -
if you've done the Process - wherever
you live - this one's for you!
Frequently Asked Questions about the
Support Call
Do I have to talk? This and other common
questions are covered in our
support call factsheet.
"I have found the support calls so helpful in staying connected with my Process." Lorna
Booking is Essential - You'll be sent the number to call and the PIN once you book. PLEASE NOTE that the time and phone number have recently changed.
Click to find out more and to book on this call and future calls-you'll need the password
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Business Listing - Support from Hoffman Graduates
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Our listing page is a great way for Hoffman
Graduates to connect through work and leisure. From retreats and holiday lets, from homeopaths to lawyers, you should find the service you need! New in this month we have relationship coaches John and Mary Campbell based in Ireland, though they offer phone sessions too. The listings page appears on the Hoffman Ireland Site as well as the Hoffman UK Site. It's accessible from both homepages and also on a
separate page on the Graduate website.
If you're a Hoffman Graduate and you'd like
to list your own services, just click the
listing link below where you'll find an entry
form and online payment facility. Click here for the Business Listing
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Closure - For Hoffman Graduates only
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 Next Closure Dates April 8th Florence House, Sussex
Teachers: Michael, Andrea and Mairi April 29th Florence House, Sussex
Teachers: Simon, Donna and Matthew May 13th Florence House, Sussex
Teachers: Eliza, Tom and Mairi Remember, numbers are limited and it starts at 5pm prompt. (7pm if you can only make dinner). In the UK please book in advance with the Hoffman Office on +44 (0)1903 88 99 90. or email: info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk. Dinner is £17. The cost is payable direct to the site. In Ireland book direct with Chrysalis on 045 404 713. Dinner is 15 Euros. You can't attend Closure of a spouse or child, though we'd love to see you at their Welcome Home. 'Attending Closure is my favourite post-process activity. I reconnect with my own Process in ever different ways, and at the same time, am able to take great pleasure in knowing that my experience and even my presence plays some small part in the never-to-be-forgotten memories of the new graduates.' David, Herts |
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| Support News |
Please keep in touch by checking our support group page on the website for current support groups or contacts in your area.
Guest Support Group Facilitators
Remember that you can book Hoffman Teachers to be guest facilitators for your groups or for one to one coaching. Click here for Hoffman Teacher contact details. You'll need the password
Central London support group
The next support evening is Tuesday April 13th. There's a £5 attendance charge. To go on the local mailing list please contact Diane. Email: diane-gallagher@ukgateway.net or Tel: +44 (0)7947 068 625.
Dublin
To be put on a local mailing list contact David Gibson on: dbg@dna.ie or call: 01 862 3564
Edinburgh
Lynn is the contact for a thriving group in this area. Please email her at: lynn.edinsupport@virgin.net
Glasgow
Margot Clayton based in Milngavie, 20 mins from Glasgow city centre, runs an occasional support group and e-group. To join a local mailing list call her on: 0141 956 5526 or Email: margot.clayton@btinternet.com
Cumbria and North East
Please contact Sharu in Carlisle, Cumbria if you'd like to meet up. Email: sharuscott@hotmail.com or call: 01228 562 368 or 07900 108845 York
Viv would love to
be in touch with any other Hoffman graduates in York, or the
surrounding areas, with a view to starting a group. Tel: 07951 943774
or 01904 788374. Email: viv@flamangoes.co.uk
Sheffield
Nicci in Sheffield would welcome contact from other Hoffies with a view to setting up a group. Tel: 07763 773953. Email:
nicola.gilkes@btinternet.com
South Wales
For details of the next meeting of the Cardiff self-support group please email Garthine on walkergm@cardiff.ac.uk or phone 07946 445559 (email preferred)
North West - Liverpool
Jo Lloyd runs a self-support group in Liverpool and an e-board for local Hoffman Grads. To join the eboard email: jo1972@hotmail.com or Tel: 0151 928 3205 or 07950 536 047.
Oxford
Jon is interested in setting up a support group in the Oxford area. If you'd like to take part, please contact him at jontreanor@conduitpartners.co.uk or Tel: 01865 884188 or Mobile 07787 513205.
Cambridge
Rosie is interested in setting up a support group in the Cambridge area. Please contact her on p.wilson34@ntlworld.com or call: 01223 570890.
East Sussex
If you'd like to know the next support meeting dates please call Andrea on 01273 604867 or 07770 450100 or email: loveshackmarshall@hotmail.com.
For news, join the Sussex Hoffman E- noticeboard email: nikki@spiritoftransformation.com
If there's no support group local to you, why not volunteer to be the contact person in your area? Just ring Nikki on Wednesdays or Fridays on: 01903 88 99 90 or Email: nikki@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk |
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Warm Wishes and hope to see you at the party!
The Hoffman Team
Hoffman Institute UK
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"Forgiveness
does not change the past, but it does enlarge the future."
Paul Boese
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