What a transformational year for me!   Over the past ten months, I have travelled to Boulder, Colorado monthly as a student in the inaugural class of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating led by founder and director, Marc David.

From the first class through the last, I learned new tools, discovered methods of seeing and experiencing true embodiment practices, and studied mind-body nutrition theories that will allow me to take my practice to a deeper, more consciously rooted level.  I learned so much that, even in 30 years of practice, I might not appreciate what I have come to know through this program.  

As a result of this training, I am working on an audio series focused on the effects of the physiologic stress response in the body.  The specific topic relates to how we "digest our lives."   This series will include: effects on our weight, sleep, body image, and general health.

For those of you living outside the Israeli borders, stay tuned for my English version as this first edition will be for a Hebrew speaking audience.  My attention has been drawn to Israeli people as a starting place, because it's where I started.  Throughout this past year, I have become increasingly aware of the deficiencies my birth place suffers from when it comes to taking it easy.  In my experience, the concept of slowing down, enjoying relaxation techniques, and the practice of pleasure and "enough-ness" feel absent.  And so, with this very personal project, I hope to encourage people to relax with their foods, their lives, and their attitude.

I extend enormous gratitude to Marc and his staff, my fellow students who have become great friends and my family and existing friends who offered me tremendous support throughout this intense year.  And to my clients, thank you for growing with me.  I can hardly contain my excitement about the amazing new ways I will now be able to support your healthful journey.

With my new credentials, I am proud to announce that I am more qualified than ever before to educate, coach, and counsel in the field of Dynamic Eating Psychology and Mind Body Nutrition!  Issues such as: weight, energy levels and fatigue, body image, digestion concerns, pain, mood, chronic dieting, over eating/binging and immunity are all topics for which I am certified to offer support.  

I look forward seeing you,
Nathalie

The Consciousness Collaborative congratulates several members who have stretched, grown, and recently succeeded in completing three separate and challenging programs.

In May, Reiki Master-Teacher, Liz Giargiari, graduated from Hesser College, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.  With this first hurdle behind her, Liz is continuing her educational journey, now working toward her Master of Science degree in Psychology from New England College.  Way to go, Liz!


On June 12th, Walter Bacigalupo, along with five classmates, earned his certification from the Institute for Conscious Counseling and Coaching.  This two-year program, taught by April Prita Manganiello, focuses attention on creating new pathways and re-education of emotional and somatic pathways.  Nice job, Walter!


And finally, as noted in Nathalie Blitz's column this month, she just completed a one-year intensive program in Boulder, Colorado through the Institute for the Psychology of Eating.  As part of the inaugural class, Nathalie learned directly from the Institute's founder and director, Marc David - an author and well known expert in this field.  Well done, Nathalie!  And it's nice to have you home for a while.

As the founder of The Consciousness Collaborative, it is a privilege to work with professionals so dedicated to their continued learning and personal growth work.  I encourage you to allow yourself the experience of working with each of these talented members.