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'My parents were very generous with their time, both to those closest to them and in the community, always wanting to help. It was from them that I got a strong sense of justice, of fairness and a desire to advocate for the powerless and those who don’t have a voice.
But again, there was that disconnect – having these wonderful supportive parents who could not have done more to show me how much I was wanted and valued – yet I still had that feeling something vital was missing. I felt almost that I wasn’t entitled to feel the way I did. This feeling which I couldn’t understand or articulate would affect the way my life developed – outwardly successful but inwardly conflicted
In 1988 I was called to the Bar and started a fulfilling legal career. As time went on, I often conducted the most serious cases. Throughout that time, I was struck by the number of people whose lives had been blighted by earlier experiences – often from childhood. Of course, in my professional capacity there was nothing I could do but it got me thinking: why, through no fault of theirs, did these people have to carry that burden for such a long time after the events had passed?
Since I completed the Process, I've seen and experienced how there can be post-traumatic growth. I’m now a licensed resilience trainer, twice-certified positive psychology coach, clinical hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner. I've distilled my research and coaching system into a book called The Lazy Guide to Happy which was launched on the anniversary of the 35th year of my call to the Bar. The book is aimed at people with many commitments, who think that happiness and wellbeing are a 'nice to have' but they have no time'
You can find out more about Bev's training and coaching at: mybcconnection.com
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Many people coming to the Process have had quite a journey to get there (in miles, as well as figuratively). If you've been pondering the Process at Broughton Sanctuary in March, June or September, you might like to know that it offers the option to combine your visit with a range of additional extras to ease you in and out of your Process week.
You can choose to stay the evening before your Process in one of Broughton's cozy retreat cottages (pictured). Explore the 3000-acre Broughton Estate, visit the multiple Labyrinths or take an early dip in the wild-swimming lake, so you can arrive at the Process rested and refreshed.
Or perhaps you'll decide to arrive on Friday afternoon and settle into Broughton Hall itself. This option includes a night in one of the Hall's exquisite bedrooms with dinner in the main house, a visit to Avalon's pool and sauna suite and even a flotation tank experience.
After the Process, Broughton are also offering a variety of accommodation options exclusively for Hoffman participants. These provide a wonderful opportunity to integrate the work you have done, surrounded by the beauty of nature.
To read about pre- and post-Process accommodation options at Broughton Sanctuary, click here
For upcoming Hoffman Process dates, click here
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Our Introduction Day in March will be led by Supervising Hoffman Facilitator and Managing Director, Serena Gordon. Serena is one of the co-founders of Hoffman UK, with nearly three decades of experience of the tools and techniques – so if you’ve got questions, here’s a great opportunity to ask them in person.
The day takes the format of a one-day hands-on workshop using techniques from the Process itself, so whether you go on to do the full seven-day course or not, you will definitely learn some useful skills and practical tools to help you with your day-to-day life.
If you’re already interested in signing up to a Process date, the day will provide the chance to try a mini-taster before you commit. It can also be an illuminating day for partners/family members of people who have completed the Process, as it gives you an insight into what they have learned.
A Hoffman graduate is welcome to come along with you for free on the day (they’ll just need to email the office to let us know they’re coming). What’s more, if you do go on to do the residential Hoffman Process within 12 months of an Introduction Day, you’ll receive £100 discount on your future Process fee.
Date: Sunday 24 March
Time: Arrive from 9.30am for a 10.00am start. We aim to finish by 5.00pm
Led by: Supervising Hoffman Facilitator and Managing Director, Serena Gordon
Cost: £150 per person
Venue: Violet Hill Studios, 6 Violet Hill, St John’s Wood, London NW8 9EB
For more information and to book, click here
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If you would like more information about Hoffman courses and events, our free, informal introduction sessions via Zoom are a great opportunity to find out more.
Led by Hoffman UK Managing Director Serena Gordon and members of the Hoffman enrolment team, the hour-long sessions provide a mix of information and the opportunity for Q&A.You can just listen in, or ask questions via Zoom’s ‘chat’ function, and we’ll be happy to answer them.
Perhaps you’re planning to register for the Hoffman Process? These calls can talk you through the practicalities of attending the Process and what it entails. There will also be information about our Hoffman Essentials weekends and our other short courses and workshops.
Tuesday 5 March: 7:30pm
Wednesday 13 March: 4:00pm
Tuesday 19 March: 7:30pm
Wednesday 27 March: 4:00pm
To register, simply email info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk with the date of the session you would like to attend, and we'll reply with the Zoom logins.
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The Hoffman Essentials two-day workshop via Zoom gives you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the Hoffman tools and techniques and to quickly learn how you can get much more out of your life.
Numbers are limited to provide a safe, contained environment. What's more, participants on The Hoffman Essentials receive a follow-up Zoom call (included in the price), access to a dedicated post-Essentials resource section of our website and £100 discount voucher towards the seven-day Hoffman Process.
Our February course is currently full and operating a Wait List, but events from April onward are open to book (click the orange dates for more information and to book). Each weekend is priced at £250 with an Early Bird rate of £195.
April: Saturday 20 & Sunday 21
July: Saturday 27 & Sunday 28
October: Saturday 19 & Sunday 20
'‘A'An excellent experience – a very powerful programme delivered over just two days at a thoroughly affordable price.' ~ previous Essentials participant
For more information and to book the Hoffman Essentials, click here.
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Hoffman relationship workshops are for people intent on experiencing relationships that are rich in intimacy, trust, optimism and fulfilment. They're open to anyone of any age, gender or orientation.
Our couples workshops are tailored exclusively for couples attending together; May's date is open to all. You do not have to have done the Hoffman Process in order to attend.
Booking now:
Making Relationships Work: Two days
Designed for couples already in a committed relationship
Dates: Sat 9 & Sun 10 March - Winchester (space for one couple) Next: Sat 19 & Sun 20 October - London
Finding Love: One day
For those in search of a loving relationship
Dates: Saturday 4 May - Winchester
'A truly wonderful, enlightening, joyous, humbling and connecting experience. The workshop has left me feeling really excited about putting some of my learning into practice'. ~ Previous participant
You can find more about Hoffman relationship workshops here
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For the first half of 2024, we'll be running the Hoffman Process at two wonderful venues very familiar to Hoffman, Oxon Hoath in Kent and Broughton Hall in Yorkshire.
For practical information about attending the Process, we hold weekly information calls by Zoom that are free to attend, or you're very to welcome book a call with a member of our enrolment team, who can answer any questions you might have.
Email info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk or call us on +44(0)1903 88 99 90. We're open from 9am to 5pm (UK time), Monday to Friday.
March 16-22: Oxon Hoath: Available
March 30-April 5: Broughton Sanctuary: Available
April 13-19: Oxon Hoath, Available
May 4-10: Oxon Hoath, Available
May 25-31: Oxon Hoath, Available
June 8-14: Oxon Hoath: Available
For more dates and information click here
For a little more about our venues, click here.
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