Course Introduction

Life Awareness (Focusing) originates from the theory of Eugene Gendlin, a philosopher and psychologist at the University of Chicago in the 1950s. By connecting with the body, it helps us to more effectively accompany, listen to, and respond to ourselves.

This course combines experience and theory. Through group work, classroom theory lectures, sharing, practice, and discussion, participants will learn to approach themselves from a new perspective:

• Understand personal emotional processing methods, learn how to pause, turn awareness inward, and establish a mind-body-spirit connection.
• Observe and articulate bodily sensations and feelings.
• Develop a compassionate inner relationship to foster personal growth and well-being.

Course Structure

This is a four-stage workshop series designed to progressively deepen your Focusing practice.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain practical tools for self-awareness and emotional regulation.
• Build a sustainable personal practice of Focusing.
• Enhance your capacity for empathy and presence in relationships.