A workshop for men about relationships, anger, grief and healing
Learn:
The damage that can be caused (and repaired) in father-son relationships
How to express anger appropriately
Why dealing with grief is a key to healing
Emotional sobriety and healthy relationships
Three Australian Dates Only:
Hobart Sunday 12th October
Hobart Function and Conference Centre
1 Elizabeth Street Pier
Hobart TAS 7001
Canberra Tuesday 14th October
Rydges Capital Hill
Cnr Canberra Avenue & National Circuit
Forrest ACT 2603
Brisbane Thursday 16th October
Rydges South Bank Brisbane
Cnr Grey & Glenelg Streets
South Bank QLD 4101
Cost: $175 Early bird rate (book before 15th September 2008) or $199 thereafter. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.Download your registration form.
Understanding and healing the father-son relationship
Dysfunctional fathering styles (such as being overly-critical, too passive, absent or acting like the king of the house) impact sons deeply, forming an unseen wound inside the son. If not dealt with, this wound can obstruct the son’s emotional growth and stop him from ever claiming his life as his own, or feeling like an equal to his father. Without knowledge of how to break this pattern, the son often repeats the cycle of dysfunctional fathering to his own children, denying himself of their (and his own) respect.
In this presentation, you’ll learn how the male psyche and soul relate to the way sons were fathered (or not), the things that shut men down in the first place, and what it takes to open back up. John will describe the unhealthy patterns that sons adopt from their fathers, and show how to break the cycle.
Keys to healing: expressing anger appropriately and dealing with grief
Anger is a natural, healthy emotion, no more negative than any other. However, anger can have very negative consequences if not expressed on a regular basis. Unexpressed anger turns into rage and chronic emotional tension, which robs us of valuable energy, vitality and health, leading to us hurting not only ourselves but also those around us.
Anger and grief go hand in hand – whether it’s dealing with loss, dealing with loss, death, divorce, disease or childhood trauma, grieving is a key to healing. In this supportive setting John will work through anger and grief in a safe and non-shaming way.
Emotional sobriety and healthy relationships: your partner and you
How many of the following statements sound familiar to you?
“He just won’t let me in”
“I don’t know what she wants”
"He doesn’t tell me what he is really feeling”
“I’m not sure what I’m feeling or what I need”
“He’s not comfortable when I express emotions”
“He tries to fix me and I just want him to listen”
These are all words spoken by frustrated men and women – words that will lead to misunderstandings, distance, damaged relationships and divorce. Through this seminar, John will enable you to gain a greater understanding of the different wants and needs each partner may have and, importantly, how to communicate them effectively for a healthier, stronger relationship.
John Lee is a world-renowned expert on relationships between men and women, parents and children. His simple teachings offer insights into developing better relationships and better lives. One of the basic principles John teaches is how to stay true to yourself and listen to what your body is telling you. Too many of us live "intellectual" lives, but we forget that a person needs to
have a spiritual, emotional, physical and creative life. John’s approach is grounded in simple ideas, exercises and concepts that anyone can learn and benefit from, regardless of their background.
John is well-known for his work on relationships and recovery. His highly innovative books in the fields of anger management and emotional regression, have meant he is highly sought after as a consultant, teacher, trainer, coach and speaker. His contributions in the fields of recovery, relationships, men's issues, co-dependency and creativity span 20 years.
His best-selling books include The Flying Boy: Healing the Wounded Man, Facing the Fire: Experiencing and Expressing Anger Appropriately, and Growing Yourself Back Up: Understanding Emotional Regression. He has written thirteen other books, including his latest release
The Missing Peace: Solving the Anger Problem for Alcoholics/Addicts and Those Who Love Them.
John has featured on Oprah, 20/20 and CNN and has been interviewed by Newsweek, The New York Times,
The Los Angeles Times, and dozens of other American magazines and radio talk shows. He has consulted and trained prestigious institutions in the clinical environment including The Betty Ford Clinic, Guy’s Hospital (London, England), The New York Open Center, South Pacific Private, Mountain Area Health and Education Center (North Carolina), and numerous others.
