The focus of this issue is about paying attention to transitions. Spring is a wonderful demonstration of transition with all of its blossoming vibrant blooms!
Intro to Transitions: What Are They? Why Are They Important? (blog post) - ITPI Mastery Teacher Kim Kristenson-Lee offers a simplified explanation of the three stages of transition: the ending, messy middle (neutral zone) and beginning.
What One Test Can Do (blog post) - Over the course of many decades, ITP practitioner and group member Nathan Bolls experienced many “new beginnings.” His reflections on how one thing led to another tell a fascinating story about transitions.
What to Do Now with the Next 50 Years? (blog post) - Something ends. Something else begins. But in between, there is a Middle or Neutral Zone that can last days, weeks or years. ITP practitioner and member, Edith Johnston, PhD, describes her journey in the Middle Zone after retirement.
Timing and Transition from a Body's Perspective (blog post) - Somatic Therapist and ITP practitioner Carly Ko reflects on the importance of timing in this life full of transitions. “It’s up to us to give ourselves the resources and time to pass from ending to beginning with attention and care.”
ITP Core Practice Intentions: A Solid Place to Land and Stand (blog post) - ITPI Mastery Teacher Roger Marsh explains the connection between the Core Practice Intentions and navigating transitions.
ITP and My Life's Transitions (blog post) - After 34 years of involvement in ITP, practitioner Bill Sharp reflects on his first experiences with George Leonard and Michael Murphy. Through the years, his ITP practice has accompanied many life transitions.
Author of My Own Life: From Lifequake to Renewal (blog post) - ITPI Mastery Teacher Barbara Brown tells her story about a guiding force that she credits for the rewarding educational work she does.
Focused Surrender (blog post) - ITP Practitioner and group member Rich Sigberman reflects on transition in his life as an artist. The transition process takes focused surrender.
My Long and Winding Road (blog post) - Autumn Wagner is an ITP practitioner and group member who thoughtfully chronicles the challenges and rewards of transitions throughout her life. Read how the winding road of her life built resilience.
An Integral Approach for Navigating Transition: Taking the Hit as a Gift (blog post) - ITPI Mastery Teacher Kim Kristenson-Lee talks about how George Leonard and his wisdom of Aikido practices can inspire our journey through transitions.
LET: Walking Through Eternity (blog post/video) - ITPI Mastery Teacher Charlotte Hatch leads a “random walk” called Walking Through Eternity from Leonard Energy Training (LET) that is a practice in staying present under all circumstances, including change and transition.
LET: Automatic Door Blend (blog post/video) - Sometimes a transition brings us face-to-face with opposing points of view or someone who just is “not present.” Charlotte Hatch, ITP Mastery teacher leads us in an LET practice called Automatic Door Blend that uses energy to see issues from another person’s point of view.
Change Is Inevitable; So Is Resistance to Change! (blog post/audio) - Listen to George Leonard, ITP co-founder and author, explain our natural inclination to resist change.
Spotlight on Partners (blog post/video) - Learn about the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation that shares integrative practices to treat and promote mental health and well-being. In recent years, ITPI has partnered with the Foundation to provide Kata instruction for their wellness series and promotion for their organization.
Spotlight on Partners (website) - ITPI was proud to be part of the Holomovement Wave Conference, an epic, high-frequency convergence of quantum science, spirituality, collective power and action. We presented practices to enliven bodies, minds, hearts and souls and to share wisdom on realizing our human potential.