Soul Tending
Within each of us is a secret garden,
a place where our true self exists.
~Natalie Rogers
Soul Tending is the ancient art of sharing the experience of one’s soul journey and receiving support as the path unfolds in its unique shape and time. It implies an intentional paying attention to one’s life for the purpose of awakening to the deeper Self.
Soul is a word that speaks about the mystery of our existence. It is the source of our deepest Self and individual identity, yet it is so far-reaching that we can never quite grasp it.
Our souls are like a secret garden. The keys we use to enter its mystery are shaped like dreams, stories, art, intuition, synchronicities, desires, poetry, grief... In other words, the secret garden that is our soul reveals itself to us in image, symbol and metaphor. In the words of 13th century mystic Meister Eckhart, "When the soul wishes to experience herself, she throws an image of herself out in front of her, and enters into it."
Soul is a word that speaks about the mystery of our existence. It is the source of our deepest Self and individual identity, yet it is so far-reaching that we can never quite grasp it.
Our souls are like a secret garden. The keys we use to enter its mystery are shaped like dreams, stories, art, intuition, synchronicities, desires, poetry, grief... In other words, the secret garden that is our soul reveals itself to us in image, symbol and metaphor. In the words of 13th century mystic Meister Eckhart, "When the soul wishes to experience herself, she throws an image of herself out in front of her, and enters into it."
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Soul Tending is the art of actively listening to these revelations or soul messages, and deciphering and cultivating their symbolic guidance. The practice of Soul Tending harvests insights that arrive from deep within, so that we may live in the world with greater depth and meaning. |
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The Soul Tending relationship is like a trellis. It is a partnership and a collaboration that supports growth towards self-realization and wholeness. Yvonne is a sensitive guide and facilitator who listens deeply and mirrors back to you the expressions of your own soul as they reveal themselves in image, symbol and metaphor. |
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Each person's soulscape is unique. Together we may work with dreams, collage, mixed media, intuitive painting, movement, journaling, poetry writing, storytelling, ritual, or walking a labyrinth, among other modalities.
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Many of us were brought up to believe that introspection is selfish and egocentric. Quite to the contrary, the ultimate goal of Soul Tending is our service to the world. Through deep self-reflection we discover our unique gifts in order that we may bring them to our communities. The offering of our true selves is the most we can do to love and serve the world.
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Soul Tending is not psychotherapy, nor is it intended to be a replacement for counseling from a licensed mental health practitioner. It honors and encourages our inborn human capacity for meaning-making. While Soul Tending acknowledges a relationship with the Transcendent, it is not aligned with any particular religious dogma. All seekers and doubters are welcome.
Individuals engaged in a Soul Tending relationship with Yvonne typically meet on a monthly basis for 60 to 75 minutes. As one who walks with others on their journeys, Yvonne is a trusted guide who offers a sacred space where you can penetrate beneath the surface of your life to your inmost center. A complementary initial meeting is offered so that you can explore the possibility of journeying with Yvonne as a Soul Tending guide. Please fill out the contact form below for more information or to schedule an appointment with Yvonne.
Additional opportunities for Soul Tending are listed under Soul Tending for Individuals and Soul Tending for Groups.
Listen to Yvonne speaking about Soul Tending below:(Interview starts at 1:35 in first video)
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