Wise words from a bear
“Nothing’s working”, said Rabbit
“Have you tried unplugging?”, asked Bear.
“I don’t plug in anywhere”, said Rabbit.
“Yes you do”, said Bear. “You’re plugged into the world around you.”
“Oh”, said Rabbit, giving this some thought. “How do I unplug then?”
“Close your eyes, let your muscles relax and listen only to the sound of yourself breathing in and out,” said Bear. “After a while, when you feel ready, plug back in and try again.”
Wise words from a bear
“Nothing’s working”, said Rabbit
“Have you tried unplugging?”, asked Bear.
“I don’t plug in anywhere”, said Rabbit.
“Yes you do”, said Bear. “You’re plugged into the world around you.”
“Oh”, said Rabbit, giving this some thought. “How do I unplug then?”
“Close your eyes, let your muscles relax and listen only to the sound of yourself breathing in and out,” said Bear. “After a while, when you feel ready, plug back in and try again.”
Tailor made time out for you. One-to-one with me. Half a day, a day or a weekend – it’s all about you.
The Restore with Ali Experience is for everyone and anyone feeling the need to rest and restore in any way, for any reason; accompanied by supportive, non judgemental, compassionate guidance and company.
Personalised for your needs
The ingredients for unplugging are different for everyone, dependent on personal needs and desires, and that’s the point. This time is all about you, not you plus the diverse needs of others in a group setting with a fixed programme. I am not going to put you in any boxes with labels on. On the contrary, I have found in my own life, progress was made when I climbed out of the boxes and removed the labels. Your story is unique, your experience will be too.
Reasons to rest and restore
Our time together is not about me teaching you anything; the benefits are to be gained from unlocking what is already in you; your human potential, emotional expression, desires, perhaps your creativity. Doing so in a nurturing, nourishing environment, with time to be heard.
Why come?
- No reason other than companionship
- To move on in a crossroads situation
- To move from confusion or overwhelm in a situation, to clarity
- Perhaps you are stuck between jobs or life after university, pre finding your niche, feeling a little lost or overwhelmed
- Maybe you haven’t laughed in a long time due to bereavement or trauma
To take a step back, to find some stirrings of insight and direction for your life
- For a compassionate, detached, listening ear
- You are a mum and the ‘all about you’ bit is exactly what you need
- You are one of life’s constant givers and would like the gift of some time out to just receive
You are simply feeling worn out by life’s demands and expectations and have lost a little hope
What is it?
Whatever the reason, we will journey together using mindful, creative ways to help you let go, shift, reduce your stress, refocus – whatever the personal words are that represent the way you are feeling.
Any time together will start with a chat and a cuppa (and a bite of something delicious). From there some of our mindful activities together might include yoga inspired stretching and gentle movement (note – absolutely zero experience necessary), sitting to breathe, eating body nurturing food, inspiring walks in nature, creating art in nature, healthy baking (or just eating the baking), frequency balancing sound therapy, a little adventure time to challenge yourself, or even laughter as exercise (really). For more explanation on the optional activities check out ‘What’s that then’?
Restore with Ali is based in rural East Northamptonshire; sometimes known as the forgotten corner. It is pretty, tranquil and peaceful, the home of many ancient oaks and pine plantations. Perfect for rest, restoration and feeling nourished in body and mind, amidst nature.
I have provided a comprehensive website, but should you feel you’d like to speak direct about what Restore with Ali can offer you, you are very welcome to pick up the phone and call me for a chat on 07840 737588.