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GTT Module "IN THE HEART OF BREATHWORK: A FACILITATOR JOURNEY" - 26th-31st August 2024 in Poland

Healing and transformation can sometimes imply challenging moments in which we feel destabilized, particularly when following a path that involves experiences in Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness.These moments of crises have been understood as psychosis or psychological regression by some and as opportunities and major breakthroughs by others. Stan and Christina Grof coined the term “Spiritual Emergency” to refer to such states.

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GTT Module SPIRITUAL EMERGENCY: EMBRACING UNEXPECTED TRANSFORMATION

Healing and transformation can sometimes imply challenging moments in which we feel destabilized, particularly when following a path that involves experiences in Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness.These moments of crises have been understood as psychosis or psychological regression by some and as opportunities and major breakthroughs by others. Stan and Christina Grof coined the term “Spiritual Emergency” to refer to such states.

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GTT MODULE - A HOLOTROPIC APPROACH TO PSYCHEDELICS: PAST, CURRENT AND FUTURE Austria 4th-9th of February 2024 with MARC B. AIXALÀ

In recent years, we have witnessed a renewed interest in psychedelic therapy and research being called “the psychedelic renaissance.” Many people are discovering the potential benefits of psychedelic substances and master plants, and shamanism has become an increasingly sought method for healing. Dozens of clinical trials study the efficacy of psychedelic medicines such as MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine to treat serious conditions like PTSD and treatment-resistant depression. With respect to this new era of psychedelics, those of us involved with the Holotropic paradigm have much to contribute and consider. How do psychedelics compare with or compliment Holotropic Breathwork® as tools for personal development? What is the role of Holotropic Breathwork® now that psychedelics are becoming an accessible therapeutic method? How is the future of Holotropic Breathwork® affected, now that more people can access deep experiences through psychedelics and master plants?

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Marc B. Aixalà - A HOLOTROPIC APPROACH TO PSYCHEDELICS: PAST, CURRENT AND FUTURE

A HOLOTROPIC APPROACH TO PSYCHEDELICS: PAST, CURRENT AND FUTURE

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A HOLOTROPIC APPROACH TO PSYCHEDELICS - PAST, CURRENT AND FUTURE - A GTT VIRTUAL MODULE WITH MARC B. AiIXALA 10th-13th JUNE 2021

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RESIDENTIAL WEEKEND WITH HOLOTROPIC BREATHWORK IN ITALY: THEORY AND PRACTICE

In this workshop we will experiment two sessions of Holotropic Breathwork –one as breather and one as sitter and, on Friday evening, we will have the opportunity to have an introduction of its theoretical paradigm. On Sunday morning we will devote space and time to integrate individual experiences with different expressive techniques and a practice of meditation, in a shared context of trust and respect. HOLOTROPIC BREATHWORK offers a great opportunity to open ourselves trustfully to what we happen to encounter and live, reconnecting with the wisdom of our inner healer and its transformative power. Beyond ourselves towards the great mysterious unknown. Ólos Trépein, moving towards the whole. This is the main goal in the intention of Stan and Cristina Grof, creators of this technique, extraordinarily efficacious in those critical moments of life in which we have an urgent need to find and orient ourselves. This experience is open to those who are new to HB, to expert breathers and to anyone seeking his way. The workshop will be held in English and in Italian, depending on the needs of the participants.

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Double Holotropic Breathwork workshop 17.-20.10. with Marc Aixala

This residential workshop is ideal for deep inner work. It is held in Tietoisuuden Tila -retreat center in Kemiö-island, surrounded by beautiful nature of archipelago. Both Friday and Saturday there will be two breathing sessions, so there is plenty of time and space to dive deep. Accommodation and tasty vegetarian food is included in the workshop, so you can surrender to your inner process with your whole being and devote this long weekend for your well-being.

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Holotropic Weekend - Scotland - Adventures in Expanded States of Consciousness

Therapeutic Use of Substances under the Holotropic Paradigm By Marc Aixalà and Sitara Blasco, with Juanjo Segura, Jean Farrell and Jasmina Hrapovic  Topics in this module: 1. Workshop presentation 2. General characteristics of substance induced non ordinary states of consciousness 3. Types of substances: etymology and classifications 4. Cultural and geographic uses of therapeutic substances 5. General principles of supporting non ordinary states of consciousness with substances 6. Distinctive features of various substances 7. Integration of the experience: relevant approach of each substance 8. When things don’t go as expected:       a. Emergency intervention during the experience    ...

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CPD Double Breathe Holotropic Event for Certified Facilitators - Scotland

The Holotropic Paradigm: The Psyche, The Inner Healer & Moving Toward Wholeness By Sitara Blasco, with Juanjo Segura, Jean Farrell, Marc Aixalà and Jasmina Hrapovic   This module offers an exciting exploration of the philosophy, principles, and strategies underlying the experience and practice of Holotropic Breathwork. Topics included in the module: Origin of Holotropic Breathwork. Holotropic Principles and strategy. The power of the Inner Healer and moving toward wholeness. The Holotropic Lineage in the context of the history of psychology. Presence: the discipline required to become an effective Holotropic Breathwork practitioner. Intervention during the session and closure. During the module,...

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Holotropic Breathwork Workshop in Barcelona 15th June

Theoretical and Practical Holotropic Breathwork Workshop. Saturday will be a full Holotropic Breathwork day. We begin at 9am with the theoretical presentation for new breathers andthen we'll continue with personal interviews, group dynamics and two Holotropic Breathwork sessions (one as a breather and one as a sitter). After the morning breathwork session we will have time for lunch, and in the afternoon we'll continue with the second Holotropic BReathwork session. We will finish the day with integration time by drawing mandalas and group sharing, plus integration recommendations for after the workshop.

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Holotropic Breathwork Workshop in Barcelona 11th May

Theoretical and Practical Holotropic Breathwork Workshop. Saturday will be a full Holotropic Breathwork day. We begin at 9am with the theoretical presentation for new breathers andthen we'll continue with personal interviews, group dynamics and two Holotropic Breathwork sessions (one as a breather and one as a sitter). After the morning breathwork session we will have time for lunch, and in the afternoon we'll continue with the second Holotropic BReathwork session. We will finish the day with integration time by drawing mandalas and group sharing, plus integration recommendations for after the workshop.

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Holotropic Weekend - Scotland - Adventures in Expanded States of Consciousness

Spiritual Emergency: Embracing Unexpected Transformation By Sitara Blasco, with Juanjo Segura, Jean Farrell, Marc Aixalà and Jasmina Hrapovic. Many people go through episodes of crisis of deep meaning that interfere with daily routine and with personal relationships. For some, those changes are progressive and relatively soft, but for others they can be dramatic and make every day functioning difficult. Some of these crises could involve radical transformations and represent a challenge both for the person who lives them and for those who witness the process. Stan and Christina Grof coined the term “Spiritual Emergency” to allude to crises that carry a...

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Holotropic Zoom Gathering

Holotropic Practicum: boosting your facilitation skills. By Sitara Blasco, with Juanjo Segura, Jean Farrell, Marc Aixalà and Jasmina Hrapovic The aim of this new optional module is to deepen the experience of Holotropic facilitation in Expanded States of Consciousness (ESC). It is based on the knowledge learned in "The Power Within" (Bodywork module) and its purpose is taking the skills of the facilitator to a higher level. This module is open to anyone interested in Holotropic Breathwork, but is especially oriented towards those who are already facilitating or who intend to become HB facilitators in the future. Topics in this...

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Holotropic Breathwork Workshop in Barcelona 16th March

Theoretical and Practical Holotropic Breathwork Workshop. Saturday will be a full Holotropic Breathwork day. We begin at 9am with the theoretical presentation for new breathers andthen we'll continue with personal interviews, group dynamics and two Holotropic Breathwork sessions (one as a breather and one as a sitter). After the morning breathwork session we will have time for lunch, and in the afternoon we'll continue with the second Holotropic Breathwork session. We will finish the day with integration time by drawing mandalas and group sharing, plus integration recommendations for after the workshop.

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