NEW STAR WEEKEND RETREATS
“Absolutely wonderful! I made so many
break-throughs with Bobbie’s help. Bobbie has an encyclopedic knowledge
of Celtic storytelling ... really puts herself into her class. Bobbie
is very flexible and accommodating ... made me feel free.”
Adult students from John C. Campbell Folk
School, Celtic Storytelling Course
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“Through the use of writing,
introspection, as well as traditional and alternative therapies, she is
able to arrive at her “new normal” with a clear focus on her ability to
choose life affirming meaning to her personal journey.”
Margaret L. Barnes,
Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist |
“... touched with the Divine essence of
Bobbie ... a fusion of
skill, talent, intuition, grace and ease ... . This is work
of the soul!”
Amanda
Stubbs-Hoback,
Reiki Master
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“... a gripping story of
injury, pain, recovery, healing and hope ...”
Dr. Ed Brenegar, Presbyterian Minister
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“An insightful book ... . Bobbie leads you
through fear and pain ... and
loss. She then shares her path of recovery ... which offers
resources and hope. ”
Tracy Bailey
Director for Conference Services
Montreat, NC
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RETREAT
SCHEDULE |
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FRIDAY --
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Arrival
/ Good Night’s Rest |
-- SATURDAY --
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9:00-10:30
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Welcome/Intro
CLASS ONE
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10:30-10:45 |
BREAK |
10:45-12:00 |
CLASS
TWO |
12:15-2:00 |
LUNCH |
2:00-4:30 |
CLASS
THREE + LABYRINTH (if available) |
4:30-6:00 |
MEDITATIONAL
MOVEMENT (group yoga, walks)
RESTORATIVE TIME (Free Time) |
6:00-7:00 |
DINNER |
7:00-8:00 |
EVENING
PERFORMANCE |
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SUNDAY
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9:00-10:30 |
CLASS
FOUR |
10:30-10:45 |
BREAK |
11:00-12:00 |
WEEKEND
CLOSING
PERSONAL SHARING
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SPIRALING DEEPER
Ever
wonder about the masks we wear? By engaging our imaginations, we can
reach into the layers of our character, revealing our truest heart
through dreams, metaphor, and imagery. Based on classical archetypes
and personality favorites, we will create a unique inner council.
Through active listening, we will replace negative personal myths with
positive affirmations. By unmasking mind/body/spirit connections, we
achieve clarity and discernment when facing troublesome issues or
emotional traumas. Come join us as we delve into our inner worlds!
“You
have the gift of faith. The notion that spirituality should be
considered in healthcare and healing is widely accepted. You have done
it with a courage and tenacity that is laudable.”
Dr. Robin Smith, CarePartners
Psychologist
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NAVIGATING NEW CREATIVE
WATERS
Often
unexpected events or chronic conditions cause you to relinquish dreams,
yet alternative pathways can appear when opening yourself to creative
ventures. In considering the mind/body/spirit connections, doorways to
our imagination create new realities. By determining the image of a
valued life, we will consider practical, committed actions to move you
forward while reinventing well-laid plans for new goals. Techniques to
take us deeper into our imaginations include color therapy (mandalas)
poetry, music, journaling, and stories (folklore and personal). Come
play!
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EMBRACING
THE CELTIC
SPIRIT
The
life lessons from the an- cient Celts resonate deeply with today’s need
for self-reflection, thus deepening our mind/body/ spirit connections.
We
will consider the primary Elements of Celtic Spirituality: respecting
connections with the Natural world, teachings from sacred animals,
adventurous journeys, love of silence and solitude, understanding the
layers of time, gratitude in daily routines, and kinship with family
and friends.
By
discovering our personal inner landscapes, we can more clearly identify
sacred or holy grounds for ourselves as places of refreshment and
nourishment. Watch as the seasons of our hearts parallel the turning of
the Great Wheel through the Eight-fold Celtic calendar. Through music,
imagery, journaling, and poetry we will have opportunities for self-
expression.
WRITING
FROM THE HEART
How can one
write from a wounded heart? Words create an important avenue in the
healing process through techniques such as poetry, short fiction, inner
council dialogues, folklore, and journal writing. Based on the seven
writing styles explored in Bobbie Pell’s title A New Star, weekend
participants will discover the individual benefits of each style for
releasing emotional trauma and mental stress as new goals emerge. Dip
your pen into the ever-flowing river that will lead you forward!
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ADULT
WORKSHOPS
STORYTELLING
TRADITIONS OF APPALACHIA:
CELTIC AND BRITISH ROOTS
Explore the oral traditions of Appalachia with England, Scotland, and
Ireland. Storytelling delivery techniques such as voice, gestures,
breathing, and facial expressions will be playfully experienced through
dramatization, narratives, story selection, and performance for
participants.
BALLADS
- SCOTTISH AND ENGLISH POPULAR NARRATIVES
Delve into the ancient stories of honor, betrayal, mystery, comedy, and
true love sprinkled throughout the literary legacy of the British
Isles. Poetic form and structure of ballads will be taught. Classes
involve song, storytelling, and poetry.
EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN IN CELTIC FOLKLORE
Meet Bloudewedd, the Welsh Bride of Flowers, Irish immortal Macha who
bestowed healing, and Pearl, the Seal-Maiden, off the coast of
Scotland! Issues of true beauty, the power of transformation, love
relationships, and woman’s divinity are core issues.
FOLK
SONG EXTRAVAGANZA!!
Bring your guitar, fiddle, dulcimer, spoons, voice, or just a good
sense of humor to this workshop focussing on traditional Appalachian
folksongs. Songs of betrayal, comedy, love, and romance will fill the
air. No musical background is necessary.
LIVING LEGACIES IN NATURE
By becoming more observant of our surroundings, we learn about our
inherent connections to the Green World. Unravel your personal
mysteries through journalling, then weave these sensory details into
personal narratives.
POETRY
IN NATURE
By listening to published poets and observation excursions, learn the
power of the written word by expressing those thoughts and more in
simple forms of poetry. Elements of poetry such as alliteration,
symbolism, metaphor, and allusion plus various forms written over the
centuries.
BRIARS,
RED ROSES, AND GLASS COFFINS
Examine medieval motifs while creating an original work. Elements of
creating short fiction (dynamic characters, believable settings,
layered plotting) and Gothic fantasy will be reviewed.
NORTH
CAROLINA LEGENDS AND GHOSTLY APPARITIONS
Learn about some of North Carolina’s unusual residents and regional
mysteries. Discover the curiosity of the Brown Mountain Lights, the
vanishing lady of Jamestown, and the couple from the Outer Banks whose
love transcended death!
FOLK
TALES FOR THE MIDDLE-AGED AND GREY-HAIRED
Enjoy fanciful tales that weave life lessons into every story. Tales
specifically address issues for maturing adults: family relationships,
life/death concerns, living without regret, and love.
WRITING ACROSS THE
CURRICULUM
A 10-hr teacher
renewal credit course (K-12) focusing on
innovative writing techniques for the curriculum areas of Social
Studies, English, Science (Pure/Natural), and Visual Arts. Teachers
will be exposed to a variety of holistic techniques using imagery,
personal narratives, poetry, and folklore.
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