On October 30, Alison Cooke introduced Megan Hamilton’s class to the world of energy and healing. She provided several experiential exercises for the students to feel their own energy field and that of a partner, and to experience the power of grounding. Short meditations allowed the students to experience the benefits of being centered and grounded while working in healthcare. Here are some feedback statements from students – they show that balance is important – taking time for yourself reduces stress and stepping outside yourself to help others does too. “This lecture showed me there is more to life than
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Professional Development Day – Huntsville
September 23, 2023 – 2023 PDD “From the Heart: Compassion and Therapeutic Touch® was facilitated by Deb Brear. We were so happy to have Adeodata join us from Toronto. Even though we were a small group the compassion and connectedness was so amazing. The dialogue and stories shared throughout the day were awesome. Thank you Adeodata, Gwen, Shirley G, Shirley B and Eva-May.
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Foundations of Therapeutic Touch – Huntsville
On July 15, 2023, Shirley Boon and Deb Brear enjoyed a wonderful day with six individuals from the surrounding areas of North Bay, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst and Utterson. It is a pleasure and honour to bring more awareness and knowledge of TT to others in our communities. We always learn from each other. The feedback was positive. Some comments: “I feel good about working with friends and family to get started.”; “Very helpful. I will be working on this everyday, also on myself and my family.” “I understand the principles and feel comfortable working with people.”
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Foundations of Therapeutic Touch – Huntsville
On March 25, 2023 Deb Brear and Shirley Boon taught five enthusiastic students the Foundations of Therapeutic Touch. One student travelled all the way from Smooth Rock Falls, a 7-hour drive to attend. It was a very rewarding day. A couple of comments from the day: “A wonderful day learning and being with others eager to learn TT. Great meditations. Practicums were excellent. Much gratitude to the teachers and to the Founders of TT. Thank you”. “They made me feel much more confident in doing a session. I loved their approach, making it simple to understand and direct.”
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TTNO Toronto Branch Book Club
On July 4, three members of the Toronto branch had their inaugural Book Club meeting in beautiful Withrow Park under the fragrance of the Linden trees. The first book they'll be studying is Dr. Krieger's book "The Therapeutic Touch: How to Use Your Hands to Help or Heal" and sharing TT sessions. The book club will meet monthly at a time separate from the regular branch meeting.
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TTNO Chatham Branch at Merlin Friendship Club
On June 20, Suzanne Vaughn and Kathy Armstrong gave an in-service and demonstration of Therapeutic Touch to 12 seniors at the Merlin Friendship Club.
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TTNO Stratford Branch at the Library
Stratford branch was out there again May 25, singing the praises of Therapeutic Touch as part of a series at the Stratford Library for Mental Health Week. Those who attended were very interested and many decided they wanted to learn more and incorporate TT into their own self-care
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Professional Development Day in Toronto September 17 & 18, 2022
Therapeutic Touch Practitioners from different parts of Ontario joined together on Zoom for an inspiring exploration of “Being of Service” facilitated by Crystal Hawk and Paula Neilson. Participants not only dialogued but turned their creativity towards writing acrostics for the word, Service. Our closing music – One by Carole King – captured what we were feeling: It just amazes me that I can be Part of the energy it takes to serve each other And I wonder what am I gonna do What can one do Except be one Each of us is one--all of us are one We are
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Professional Development Day in Elora September 11
Twelve Therapeutic Touch practitioners enjoyed the TTNO Professional Development Day "Being of Service in Therapeutic Touch" on September 11. The day, facilitated by Deb Gould, explored the concept of being in service as we give our Therapeutic Touch sessions. The concept of the healing partner became more meaningful as we thought about ourselves as serving, rather than fixing or helping. Our own Eilleen Yorysh, Qi Gong Instructor, offered Qi Gong and Tai Chi movements during the breaks & ahead of lunch. It was a wonderful addition of stretching and movement.
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TT Level 1 in Elora
Meet our latest TTNO (Introductory) members. On March 5, 2022, with relaxing COVID protocols, eight enthusiastic people met in the home of Deb Gould to learn Level 1 Therapeutic Touch. As you can see, masks and hand hygiene were incorporated into the day. They will continue on to Level 2 and then take a Foundations Tune-Up to catch up to the new curriculum. You can tell from the smiling 'eyes' that they had a great day. So nice to see in person classes taking place again!
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