YOUR own life and body aligning
(Participation is only by invitation, as the Gentling Way teachers-in-training get first preference)
‘Healing the Wounded Healer’
New Zealand retreat
Includes the travel from Chch airport and all food/ accommodation and time/space to regroup in your life
Gift yourself a rest
Play with others who are also resetting themselves for
the New World we are to have . .
Feel like you are on the wrong planet?
Actually we are all assembled in the right place, at this right time . .
Reset, Declutter and restore yourself in sacred space
One day of sessions – yours to start your inner healing
3 days of sharing deeply
Learn different ways to clear energy – yours’ and theirs’ to revitalise clinic and life.
How much is feeling stuck costing your life force and what you came here to do?
This is all about the inner journey . .
The HWH course/individualised healing sessions combined
I experienced a feeling of ‘Now is the time, here is a window of opportunity’ The feeling would not go away. I am thankful I heeded it. I did the homework that had been set so was prepared. I thought, usual barriers in place a default from my past experiences in life and found myself at the retreat, a beautiful environment and atmosphere of calm and security. I opened up and disclosed my story, held onto for more years than I care to think about. I am thankful that Heather and her assistants were able to hold me up,and give me the courage to fully enter the path of moving on. Teri, Kaitaia
‘I’ve gained greater trust, confidence and self worth in my own skill sets as a clinician, and am allowing myself to find my own rhythm and unique style, as Heather has role modeled this thoroughly for all that come to her. I’m deeply grateful for her courage to be who she is, and to have created such a unique and safe space for learning, growth, and healing.
‘By creating a safe,open and heart centered workshop space, Heather’s workshops are a good environment for the wise woman (those present and rising), the mystic, the healer or the seeker to convene and for those wanting to deepen and strengthen their connection to the world and healing arts”. Elizabeth, NZ
A time to recalibrate and heal oneself
“I wish to thank you for the opportunity to reclaim my body. I came to your retreat with a knowing I would come away different from how I arrived. My posture is more balance than it has been in years, my internal organs have been put back into the right position, since anyone holding a fetus well knows the body changes. I’ve taken away practical skills to enhance what I already have as a practitioner and healer. I gave myself the time to rest while absorbing information. The group of women shared and held a beautiful supportive space and the isolated area in country New Zealand was beautiful. the women who prepared our delicious meals to nourish and restore our vehicles I thank you for giving me a break from not only thinking about food, but even the preparation. I would recommend this experience to anyone seeking more knowledge than they think they have, those that want to retreat from their environment and need time to reflect on where they are in their lives and where they want to be. Heather is a gifted healer/practitioner with an ability to share knowledge and empower all. With a long history of teaching and researching she has the authority to back up this knowledge. she filled in the gaps that I have been seeking.” Mychelle, Melbourne
From Cheryl – starting her training in the early 90’s in Brisbane, she is at home in the country. (and is such a gentle soul look out all in South Canterbury – she has come back to clinic renewed totally transformed even! . .) The resources pre-course – are a valuable gift . doing this before the retreat -brushing up on the things I had half forgotten, learning new (old) ways of healing meant I got so much more on the retreat. Heather is so giving of her vast knowledge and experience.
To anyone who like me happened upon Heather’s “Healing the Wounded Healer” Course, DO IT . YOU ARE MEANT TO. If you haven’t the money – beg or borrow – because you won’t regret it. This experience is worth every cent. If you haven’t the time – make time – you may not get the opportunity again”. Cheryl Murney B Ac, Brisbane, MNZRA Acupuncture NZ
“Attending the wounded healer with Heather Bruce in Adelaide was so nurturing and needed, as a woman, and as a practitioner. Feeling, and seeing Heather work is beautiful. She’s so in the moment and present with the patient and approaches the body with curiosity and inquiry, letting the body tell the story and using a myriad of techniques to really create change, on all levels. We learned tools of self care for ourselves, and to teach to patients which are so simple yet so effective. I loved the caring, the togetherness, the sharing, the realness, the tears, the ah ha moments, the molding of life, experience, education and tools to treat people, to help people, to help people help themselves, and to help each other. This community I feel is so needed. Helping ourselves, helping each other, and helping our patients. If we can’t help ourselves, we don’t have much for our patients. Heather is heartfelt, and so is her teaching.
During the lectures I was brought to tears many times as she’s so real and honest, and not afraid to show her woman-ness. It’s beautiful, and empowering, and she has so much wise women’s wisdom to share. Thank you Heather, I look forward to learning more and more.” – Anna, Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Tasmania
“Attending Healing The Wounded Healer in New Zealand was an amazing journey for me which started when we left Christchurch to drive across Arthurs Pass, and ended between our last adventures in the mountains just hours before hopping on a plane home! The experience gave so much in so many ways that it’s hard to put into words! I recall many ‘aha’ moments as I was supported in seeing things from other perspectives, this was fantastic. Incredible scenery, significant personal healing, new insights, physical healing, delicious food and great company.” Vanessa, Kahuna and Arvigo worker Victoria
The work in clinic afterwards
The retreat setting; Heather’s place at Atarau is so beautiful, so peaceful , the vibrant colours and energy of the flowers and plants. Magic happens here
“The retreat setting; Heather’s place at Atarau is so beautiful, so peaceful, the vibrant colours and energy of the flowers and plants. Magic happens here.
The experimental component – MAGIC. Heather’s ability to pull together people from different walks of life , to tune into each individuals way of learning is an art in itself. There is no sitting through a boring lecture here. Oh to have been taught by Heather when I started college.
The people . .
‘The experience of being together with such strong beautiful women. The feeling of connectedness and sharing our stories and life journeys together made me WHOLE.
What Heather does in clinic
“The healing sessions with Heather; I have never experienced anything like this. To have every aspect of my being treated was amazing. (Who does treatments like this any more?) I have come away from the retreat feeling so much lighter, stronger and different in every way.
The journey in and out again
‘The getting there and out again was very symbolic for me on reflection. From the hot dry busyness of the sparse East Coast – to the grounding Castle Rock – to the nurturing meal at Bealey Hotel and then the journey deeper, crossing giant rivers, winding roads with huge chasms and scars – it was a journey into myself. Then arriving at the beautiful misty magical West Coast – a quenching balm for a dry soul. A healing place to revive and gather strength, become balanced. Return back to the East Coast replenished, energized, renewed”.
‘Since taking Heather Bruce’s Healing the Wounded Healer class I have been handling the very more odd situations presenting in my clinic. The theme seems to be releasing family sexual trauma – what a gift! Since all my trainings with Heather, I’ve been much more in-tune with my clients – focusing in on appreciating the depth and power of a gentler and softer approach.
‘People may arrive with no memories/story of their own. Bodies store this – trauma residue is embedded in their tissues. We may discover this when we start on their journey to unwind what is holding them in pain and dysfunction.
‘The Gentling Way has allowed my ‘knowing’ when it’s right to use more pressure and when it’s right to back off, or in fact – skip all moves all together. This has been gold.
Heather is a master at teaching this kind dance for us.‘ Elizabeth, Wellington NZ
Usually in summer South Island, NZ
(First day is where you receive your own 3 hour session ahead of the 3 day inner adventure.
Date:
Takes 4 hours Chch airport – haven.
We stop off having a tourist adventure/spirit quest both ways.
Venue:
Heather’s Healing Retreat
Atarau, West Coast NZ
Transport:
Transport from Christchurch is included (if required).
Accommodation:
Included in the price