New to Focusing?

Even if you’re relatively new to Focusing, we’d love to have you join us!

What we DO ask is that you have some experience as a Focusing-oriented Listening Companion, since our primary goal is to continue developing our community of Midwest Focusers.

With a variety of virtual workshops, courses and Changes Groups available, learning Focusing is now easier than ever! The International Focusing Institute (TIFI) offers a listing of courses and events from which to choose.

Here are a couple of pathways to get you started on your learning journey:

• An introductory workshop (e.g., Focusing 101 Workshops with Annette Dubreuil) followed by Focusing Partnership sessions in Changes Groups, e.g.,
  • Monthly Online Changes Group with Annette Dubreuil
  • Virtual Changes Gatherings with Mary Elaine Kiener
• Live/online, multi-week courses:
  • Focusing for Beginners with Annette Dubreuil
  • Focusing Basics: Core Focusing Training with Ruth Hirsch
  • Your Path to Lasting Change with Ann Weiser Cornell

Please note: Reading a book or attending a lecture or presentation offers a GREAT introduction to Focusing, but will not give you the experience needed to feel comfortable as a Focusing companion–for yourself AND for others.

The deep joy, satisfaction and often life-changing growth derived from experiential Focusing will live with you forever.

Please jump in! It’s definitely worth it!