Calibrating True North

Morning pep talk to myself. I find acknowledging the risks, feeling my fear and then narrowing my focus to what is in front of me in this moment is helpful...and sometimes I just crawl back into bed and snuggle into my blankets and pillows. What do you say to yourself when doubts and anxiety are rising? How do you settle yourself?

A Campbell family Calibrating True North workshop ran last week in Courtenay at Artful : The Gallery. Two and a half great days of exploring what matters to each of us in our lives and sharing it with playful, poignant and vulnerable authenticity. After the long separations of Covid it was a wonderful way to re-unite as a family and spend some time in meaningful connection with each other. These past months have highlighted the importance of being clear about what I value i...n my life. My heart is full.

The path to self-discovery is the most fascinating, fruitful journey one can take. This workshop allowed me to connect with and understand what truly matters to... me. I was able to identify and work through ‘shoulds’ and ‘have-to’s’ of daily life that occur either as a routine, people pleasing pattern or obligations that I have committed myself to that have absolutely nothing to do with the life I want to live. By connecting to the truth in my own heart, I was able to let go of all of the external ‘noise’ and courageously discover what brings me joy and purpose on my path. In the process, I unraveled and released stagnant energy that was stuck in my body. I realized the crippling power of fear in my life and how it has inhibited me from following through on goals and dreams. I gained tools to change my perception, challenge my beliefs and fears and understand where they are coming from. I also realized that I am worthy of my dreams. For someone who has had a long, painful struggle with my self-worth, this was huge! Group work is powerful. I believe that when I am in connection with others I am able to truly see myself. If you can open yourself up and surrender to this process, it is a hugely valuable journey to take and Kristina is an incredible guide!

I had no specific destination in taking this program, and, I learned so much more about myself, how I show up in the world and what is important to me...and, a... good part of that was a surprise to me...!! So, even tho I "thought" I knew what I wanted, and was clear about certain aspects of myself...deeper digging and exploration proved otherwise... A delightful space to explore oneself, most ably, gently and insightfully guided with spirit and compassion by Kristina .. See more

I took Calibrating True North in July 2020. So much going on in my life and I wanted to gain some clarity which definitely happened. This is an intense worksh...op. Be ready to open yourself to anything, including the parts you don’t want to see. Be honest with yourself. Kristina is an amazing leader. I would recommend this course to anyone seeking a renewed sense of purpose, a life change, or simple direction with decision making. See more

Last workshop for the summer sessions, if you have been thinking about doing this workshop perhaps now is the time. "If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading." Lao Tzu

Only one spot left for Calibrating True North June 19-21!

This is how...my website is live, my blog is begun, my gallery is real. It's amazing how far one can get taking baby steps, just need to take enough of them in the right direction! http://www.artfulthegallery.com/post/this-is-how

June 19-21 in Courtenay BC. Set the course for re-entry into this next phase of your life. The last few months have shaken loose some of our unexamined beliefs about what really matters in our lives. Take advantage of the crack...as Leonard says...that's how the light gets in.

A Campbell family Calibrating True North workshop ran last week in Courtenay at Artful : The Gallery. Two and a half great days of exploring what matters to each of us in our lives and sharing it with playful, poignant and vulnerable authenticity. After the long separations of Covid it was a wonderful way to re-unite as a family and spend some time in meaningful connection with each other. These past months have highlighted the importance of being clear about what I value i...n my life. My heart is full.

Calibrating True North in June! In all the uncertainty that we are swimming through, knowing the answer to what creates meaning for you is a lifeboat to climb into.

A friend wrote this beautiful description of gratitude and blessings. A big part of the purpose of Calibrating True North is to relax or let go of some of the crazy expectations that we put onto ourselves to constantly be productive or setting ever higher bars for ourselves in terms of accomplishment. Goals and clarity of purpose can be incredibly useful when needed to focus our attention and our intentions. They are no longer useful when they are used to bludgeon ourselves. Gratitude, self-compassion and kindness, for ourselves and others, that's my True North, especially now.

Christening my new gallery/workshop space with a Calibrating True North in April!