Why Mairéad?
My philosophy
Nature shows us that life can grow and thrive when the right conditions are in place. And as part of nature, the same of course applies to us. The change we seek needs support. So does the changemaker.
In my experience, the embodied approach of working somatically creates a mind-body connection that allows sustainable change to happen. Because all parts of us are on board.
Creating physical and psychological environments of safety is important to me, because I believe people can relax when they feel safe. And in relaxation fresh answers and insights can have room to emerge.
I believe that kindness is the medicine the world needs. In my experience, kindness creates connection and open-heartedness. It provides protection from the harshness of the world, and can be an oasis in the desert, a port in the storm. It inspires people to care for others, to care for themselves and to protect the vulnerable in our world.
How I work
Using a somatic approach, we build strength to deal with the problems that show up in your life.
If you’re faced with challenges I see this as a sign that some part of you is needing to be encouraged and cultivated so you can embody more of your wholeness.
We work with building your base of strength so that you can deal with life from a grounded place. And that’s where the magic starts to happen… when you start to see yourself responding differently to a situation.
My background
I grew up in Ireland, in the years before it became the progressive country it is today.
In my mid-twenties life carried me to the other side of the planet. And by some gift of fate I found the mountains. And they changed my life forever.
I suppose they awakened the more sensitive, alive part of me. They stretched me to my limits and showed me what I’m capable of. They broke me down and lifted me up at the very same time. A deeply humbling experience.
From that time in my life was birthed a twin interest in human potential and the natural environment that has guided me ever since.
The work I do is always going to be influenced by the way I look at the world and what makes me tick.
I feel pretty passionately about each person finding their own unique way of doing life. One size does not fit all, and we cannot be squeezed into a box just because it statistically fits the majority.
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Listen to Mairéad talk about money and the global ecological situation on Financial Therapy Podcast.
Read Mairéad being interviewed by Fasion Journal on crying.