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GTT Module SPIRITUAL EMERGENCY: EMBRACING UNEXPECTED TRANSFORMATION

May 13, 2024

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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 - Trauma and Transformation Austria - 15th-20th October 2023

Oct 15, 2023

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A Grof Transpersonal Training module - Trauma and Transformation

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Holotropic Double Breathwork Weekend with Spirit of Cacao - Scotland

Jun 29, 2023

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Join Caledonian Holotropic, in the heart of Scotland, for a weekend of adventure, surfing your inner landscape in a holotropic states of consciousness. The vehicle is your body - the technology is Holotropic Breathwork™ - the fuel is your breath...

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Holotropic Breathwork Westport

May 25, 2023

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THE HOLOTROPIC PARADIGM: The Psyche, The Inner Healer & Moving Towards Wholeness. With SITARA BLASCO & GTT staff

May 08, 2023

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6-day residential module with Sitara Blasco and GTT Staff This module offers an exciting exploration of the philosophy, principles, and strategies underlying the experience and practice of Holotropic Breathwork®. Topics included: 1. Origin of Holotropic Breathwork.  2. Holotropic Principles and Holotropic Strategy.  3. The Inner Healer.  4. Cartography.  5. Perinatal Matrices. 6. COEX Systems. 7. Holotropic Lineage. 8. Therapeutic mechanisms operating in Holotropic Breathwork. During the course of the six-day workshop, each participant will experience two sessions of HB as an experiencer, or "breather", and two sessions as a partner, or "sitter". Besides the breathwork experiences and the topics covered (described above), there will be art, music, dancing, film, and integration during the workshop. This is one of the four mandatory modules to become a HB certified facilitator. To participate in the module it is not necessary to have previous experience in Holotropic Breathwork. It is required to complete a brief confidential medical form. If you wish to continue with the Grof Transpersonal Training, this module is one of the four mandatory required.

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Holotropic Weekend Workshop

Nov 24, 2022

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Holotropic Weekend Workshop

Oct 20, 2022

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Holotropic Breathwork Westport Ireland

Aug 04, 2022

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Double Holotropic breathwork weekend counting towards the completion of virtual training modules.

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Holotropic Breathwork Westport Ireland

Jul 07, 2022

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Double Holotropic Breathwork weekend which counts towards the completion of online training modules.

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One-day Holotropic Breathwork Westport Ireland

Jun 18, 2022

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One day workshop facilitated by Nora Mc Donnell and Dermot Murphy in a tranquil setting in the west of Ireland

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Holotropic Breathwork Westport Ireland

May 19, 2022

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This double breathwork weekend counts towards the completion of virtual training modules

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Holotropic Breathwork in Westport, Ireland

Apr 28, 2022

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Double Holotropic Breathworks in Westport count towards the completion of GTT virtual training modules.

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Holotropic Breathwork -weekend workshop in Turku, Finland 18.-20.9.

Sep 18, 2020

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We are delighted to announce our first full long workshop for autumn! On Friday we will land softly to the place and to ourselves and start preparing us for the inner journeys. On Saturday there will be two breathing sessions, in which each participant will be breathing in one session and sitting for the breather-partner in one session. On Sunday we will have time and space for ourselves, and we will offer some techniques and tips for integration. The workshop takes place in Konsan Kartano, Turku Finland.

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Holotropic Breathwork in Westport, Ireland,   July 11 to 14, 2019

Jul 11, 2019

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2 Breathwork sessions in a purpose built centre under the energy of the famous reek

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Holotropic Breathwork meets Shamanism/Chamanismo y Respiración Holotrópica, José Vila y Esperanza Lopez, 23rd-28th April 2019, Peace Castle Schlaining, Austria (English, Espanol, Deutsch)

Apr 23, 2019

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This 6-day workshop combines Holotropic Breathwork with shamanic work in a harmonic integrative way allowing for a deep healing experience. In the spirit of doing an “amazon diet” we will experience the intake of Tabacco and Vejuco, a mix of 8 different master plants. The spirit of working with master plants is a ritual context where the focus in on the intention of cleansing, healing and knowledge which fosters an intimate contact with one-self. The work with the plant will support and integrate the expereinces from the breathwork in a very harmonius and gentle way. "FATHER TABACCO" Tabacco is a Master...

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Holotropic Breathwork and Integration - workshop with Jean Farrell

Mar 22, 2019

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This residential three day workshop takes place on Finland Hämeenlinna, Aulangon suuri huvila (villa of Aulanko), which is located next to the lake of Aulanko, in a beautiful and peaceful natural landscape. There will be two breathing sessions, in which each participant will be breathing and sitting in one session. In addition there is given extra focus with practical exercises on how to integrate experiences of non-ordinary states of consciousness in everyday life. Workshop is leaded by GTT senior staff member Jean Farrell. She is a psychotherapist working especially with traumas and she is living currently on Ireland. She has been facilitating and teaching Holotropic Breathwork passionately since 1996. Jean has unique and practical way of teaching and she has amazing skills in facilitating. You don't want to miss this opportunity to meet our loved and skillful teacher! ​ This workshop is ideal for deep and focused inner work. All you need to do is to surrender to your inner world with a help of breath. We got everything else covered: tasty vegan food, accommodation, sauna and avanto (hole in the ice), peaceful nature and intimate group of fellow breathers. And with Jeans tips for integration, you are sure to land safely back on your everyday life with a holotropic inspiration. ​ Preliminary Schedule: Friday: 15:30 - 21:00, registration, opening and preparation Saturday: 9:00 - 21:00, 2x breathing session Sunday: 9:00 - 15:00, sharing, integration and closing ​ Price includes vegan dinner on Friday, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday There is also going to be tea, coffee and snacks during the workshop. ​ Accommodation There is 30 beds in different sized dorm rooms in Aulangon huvila but it is also possible to sleep on mattresses in the breathing hall. There is little extra payment for the rooms, but the breathing hall -option is free. Shared toilets and showers are in the corridor. We try to share the beds by your preferences, but because there is limited number of different sized rooms, we can not guarantee you the room you choose. If you prefer more privacy it is also possible to get room from the hotel Skandic Aulanko, which is 5 min car drive away (2,7 km). You need to arrange hotel room by yourself. Price is approx 100€ for double room/night in hotel. There is a shuttle car ride to and from Scandic Hotel if needed. Payments for the accommodation can be paid when arriving to workshop. 4hh 5€/night/bed, 3hh 7,5€/night/bed, 2hh 10€/night/bed, Mattress place in breathing hall is free. ​ Link To Scandic hotel Aulanko: https://www.scandichotels.fi/hotellit/suomi/hameenlinna/scandic-aulanko ​ How to reserve your place in the Workshop: 1. Fill the Registration form and Medical form from the link below https://goo.gl/forms/mZWAvOAHyRcaiTl92 2. Pay the Deposit fee or the whole payment of the workshop (Payment details below) Your place will be confirmed after you have filled the registration and medical forms and payed the deposit fee or the whole payment of the workshop. If the workshop is gets full, there will be a waiting list. The purpose of Medical form is to survey your relevant background information and possible contraindications for the workshop. This helps us to ensure that you can participate safely to the workshop and that we can support your process safely during and after the workshop. If you answer “yes” to some question, it doesn't automatically mean, that you cannot participate. In such a case we are going to get in touch with you so we can try to find together a safe way for you to participate. If some question is unclear to you, ask us for clarification. We will also interview all the participants, who have not been before in our workshops. It is also an good opportunity to ask questions or express if you have any worries or wishes regarding the workshop. Payment information: Workshop prices: Full price: 270€ // Earlybird 250€ until 28.2. Member / student / unemployed / senior citizen price: 250€ // Earlybird 230€ until 28.2. ​ To receive your place in the workshop, you need to pay the deposit fee (50€) or the whole workshop price. ​ Bank information Account owner: Holotropic Breathwork Finland ry Address of the company: Parkinkatu 7 as 1, 20500 Turku, Finland IBAN: FI20 7997 7990 1619 57 BIC: HOLVFIHH Amount(€): Workshop price (270€/250€/230€) / deposit fee (50€) Message: Workshop 3/19 + Your full name It is also possible to pay the workshop in cash but in this case we wish that you could pay reservation fee to our account and the rest of the payment when arriving to the workshop. If you have some problems with the payments or you would like to participate but your financial situation doesn’t allow it, just contact us so we can try to find good solution. Deposit- / cancellation fee 50€ If you need for some reason to cancel your participation to the workshop, we will refund your payment fully if the cancellation is done before 7.3. If the cancellation is done after that, we will need to keep the reservation fee. Because in the breathing-sessions there can be sometimes strong emotional and physical experiences, for safety reasons it is not generally recommended for pregnant women, people with heart-problems and very high blood pressure, with strong psychiatric illnesses, with recent fractures or surgical operations, with acute infections or epileptics. If you are not sure if this workshop is safe for you, just contact us so we can discuss about your situation.

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Trauma and Transformation: A Holotropic Perspective | October 30 — November 4 | Kyiv, Ukraine

Oct 30, 2018

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"Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls.” Kahlil Gibran     Trauma is the Greek word for wound, a wounding. We all have woundings; from birth to death, and even before birth. These can be demanding in their intensity, in their impact on us, and in our relationship with ourselves, others, and our environment. The module will focus on the impact of trauma on physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing. We will explore holotropic strategies that can be beneficial in working with these challenging issues. Our approach will be largely experiential and interactive. Each participant will experience two Holotropic Breathwork sessions...

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SPIRITUAL EMERGENCY: EMBRACING UNEXPECTED TRANSFORMATION

Apr 02, 2018

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Understanding spiritual emergency is one of the major contributions of the holotropic perspective. Whether you are a professional or a layperson, someone interested in working with or supporting people in transformational crises, or primarily in your own growth, the module offers a rich experience and valuable information. In addition to differentiating between psychosis and spiritual emergency, we’ll also explore the intensely practical aspects of who, in these kinds of crises, can benefit from Holotropic Breathwork and how best to work with them in their emergencies. This workshop includes a discussion of the concept of spiritual emergency, its manifestations and forms,...

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Holotropic Breathwork Weekend Workshop at Shanbolard, Ireland, November 3rd-5th 2017

Nov 03, 2017

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A weekend of self-discovery through Holotropic BreathworkTM in the secluded & stunning venue of Shanbolard   Schedule: Friday 3rd November 2017 Arrival & registration: 17.00- 18.00 Homemade Soup &  Sourdough bread will be available on arrival Opening Circle & Introduction to Holotropic BreathworkTM: 19.30- 21.30/ 22.00   Saturday November 4th Breakfast: 07.30- 08.30 am Breathwork (1):  8.45 am- 12.00pm Lunch: 13.00- 14.00 Breathwork (2): 14.45- 18.00  Dinner:  18.30- 19.30 Reflection time & group check-in: 20.30   Sunday November 5th Breakfast: 08.00-09.30am Time in Nature & sharing: 10.00- 11.30 Tea/coffee Break: 11.30- 11.45 am Integration & Self-care: 11.45- 13.30 Lunch:  13.30- 14.30...

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