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The
Gathering
A Celebration of Tao and
Defiant Women Everywhere
March 2008
Dear Tao and defiant women,
Last month I introduced you to Suzanne Caplan of WOMENetcetera.
We continue working together as we bring our individual styles and statements to women around the country.
Please remember to check out her website at www.womenetcetera.com
Another energetic and insightful woman that I am fortunate to know is the subject of this month's newsletter.
This woman is Barbara Scala, and I am proud to be one of her colleagues, working with her in many diverse ways.
She is the driving force behind our Dream Team monthly podcasts http://bloomonline.com/?page_id=159 - check it out and see our take on Turning your Dream into a Goal.
And now on to this month's edition of The Gathering!
CJ
This month’s Gathering features:
- The Wisdom of the month
- Meet Barbara Scala
- A listing of my March travels – Please come say hello when I’m in your part of the country.
- Two very special events
- A few final words
Spread the word – please remember to forward this issue of THE GATHERING to your friends!
MARCH'S WISDOM OF THE MONTH
A man has to be Joe McCarthy to be called ruthless.
All a woman has to do is put you on hold.
-Marlo Thomas
After running many self-help
workshops, conferences and social functions, Barbara Scala noticed the people
who eagerly attended these events had been through or were going through a life
transition. They were seeking a new career, a new relationship... a new life.
Barbara was reminded of her own experience after her big life transition; a
divorce. She was a bit terrified at the thought of going it alone into uncharted
territory and knew that support was an essential ingredient for anyone to
successfully make it through a transition. "We all need some guidance,
support and inspiration specific to our issues when we experience a life
transition, and coaching is one of the best ways to move you forward in your
life."
Trained
as a mediator and attorney, Barbara draws from her professional background in
her life coaching practice to understand your situation and to add insight into
creating a life beyond your life transition. She also uses her experience as a
realtor and draws from a degree in finance to help with career and
lifestyle changes, as well as midlife, health and so many more life transitions.
Facilitator and panel mediator of Jump Start Your Career and Achieve Your
Dreams, Barbara is also at the pulse of career opportunities and what people
are searching for as they explore life-work possibilities.
Barbara’s extensive experience with women’s programming and building
community as head of WomenWorks in Progress in 2001 to 2005 rounds out
her diverse knowledge especially in the area of women’s issues. In 2005, she
co-founded Women’s Images: Inside and Out, a full day conference
exploring and celebrating women, and has an extensive network and pool of
resources to guide you through any situation.
Barbara’s personable style, energy, holistic approach and ability to empathize
is what makes her a dynamic coach. Living in Connecticut and raising two teenage
children, she lives a fulfilled life and enjoys helping others Bloom.
Barbara is a certified Life Transition and Divorce coach,
co-author of Sanity Savers: TIps for Women to Live a Balanced Life ,
editor and creator of BloomOnLineMagazine at www.bloomonline.com,
hosts the Dream Team podcast on Bloom Talk also on www.bloomonline.com ,
and writes her ongoing column Divorce Ain’t So Bad After All, as well as, various blog articles for Bloom.
See her other website www.bloomafterdivorce.com.
Barbara is hosting a exciting event in April - please check it out below
Talk
about energetic and vital - that's Barbara and I am so pleased to have
introduced her to you today!
MARCH TRAVELS
Mostly I'll be traveling with "our" Connecticut Huskies women's basketball team as they work their way, hopefully, toward the 2008 NCAA championship.
GO HUSKIES!
However, I will be doing some work:
TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2008 -
10:30am
NEW CANAAN
Darien Community Center
123 Heritage Hill Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
Keep checking the Travels Around the Country page of this website for current updates.
TWO VERY SPECIAL EVENTS
APRIL 2008
A Retreat for Decisions & Transitions - April 26th to 27th
Join Bloom's Barb Scala and Kari Henley of Gather Central as they present a phenomenal weekend dedicated to you. This retreat is the ultimate mini get-a-way with life transforming programs for revitalization and rejuvenation, especially if you are:
- At a turning point in your life?
- Questioning your career or relationships?
- Feel stuck and can't find the answers of what to do next?
- Want to gain life balance, clarity and a new direction?
On Saturday, pamper yourself at Water's Edge Resort & Spa, a classic, turn of the century New England shoreline estate with breathtaking views overlooking Long Island Sound with its own private beach. Spend the afternoon settling in and unwinding by taking a beach stroll, indulge in spa treatments to help center your body, or just simply enjoy the views and relax. At night, get to know one another and engage in a cutting edge program to help you set your intentions and move forward in your life. Spend Sunday, at a nearby horse ranch retreat, SomeDay Farm, complete with a labyrinth walk for emotional balance and a Native American sweat lodge to purify body and spirit.
This retreat includes:
- Overnight stay at Water's Edge
Amenities include use of the fitness center, indoor pool, private beach and The Shops at Water's Edge. Spa treatments booked separately through Water's Edge Spa for additional charge. Please call and schedule in advance for availability. Rooms with water views also subject to availability. Please request when booking. Dinner on your own on or off the premises or at the reserved retreat table at The Restaurant at Water's Edge (dinner not included in price). - Saturday evening group program
Clarify your purpose, build camaraderie with other women who are also seeking inner guidance and create awareness to move forward in your life with vitality and power. - Full day Sunday program at SomeDay Farm
Group program, labyrinth walk, sweat lodge ceremony, continental breakfast (at Water's Edge), lunch and light dinner fare (at SomeDay Farm). - Pre and post retreat coaching sessions
One-on-one individual phone conversations with either Barb Scala or Kari Henley for additional personalized attention and support before you come to the retreat (to establish your starting point, intentions and transitions and fill you in on what you can expect) and once the retreat is over (how you can continue working on your life decisions and goals).
"You will leave
with a new sense of center, peace and grounding to ignite your potential!" Barbara Scala
and Kari Henley
Saturday to Sunday ▪ April 26th- 27th
Water's Edge, Westbrook, CT
EARLY BIRD SPECIALOFFER if you register by March 15th! http://bloomcoach.com/happenings.htm
JUNE 2008
e4th
Annual Women’s Retreate
Presented
by Donna F. Ferber, LPC, LADC, psychotherapist and author of
“From
Ex-Wife to Exceptional Life: A Woman’s Journey through Divorce"
with
Margaret Kirschner, Kripalu Yoga and Meditation Instructor.
Please
join us for this very special two night retreat. Through connection and
introspection, we will draw inspiration from Natasha Bedingfield’s words
“The
rest is still unwritten.”
The
Retreat will be held at the
The
cost per person-double occupancy is $285.00. This includes all facilities,
activities and four meals. For a single room add $75.00. (These are limited)
There are ample community bathrooms. There is also a “commuter option”. The
charge is $175.00 and includes four meals.
eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
For a printable registration form, click here
Registration
form (enclose
with payment). Space
is limited!
Please register early!
Name…………………………………………………………….....
Address……………………………………………………………..
Telephone………………………………………………….……….
E-Mail………………………………………………………………..
Please
specify accommodation preference and if you prefer vegetarian meals. You may
reserve your place with a deposit of 50%. Final payment is due by
Make
checks payable to Donna F. Ferber, LPC, LADC, LLC
It's so exciting and fulfilling to use The Gathering as a vehicle with which I can introduce you to the some of the amazing women in my life. And I know from your emails and calls that you are totally enjoying "meeting" them.
I bet you have such women in your lives that inspire you in the same way Suzanne Caplan and Barbara Scala inspire me. Why not let me know about them so I can feature them in future newsletters? After all, this is one of the best parts of being a 'Tao and defiant woman - meeting other Tao and defiant women; learning from them and sharing their wisdom.
Send me an email and let me know who you'd like
to see featured.
thepath@taogirl.com
CJ
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