For Positive Change
I teach courses in the strengthening skills that increase our ability to bring about positive change, both in our lives and the world. Much influenced by many years of working as an addictions specialist in the NHS, I also train health professionals in empowering interventions. My book 'Find Your Power – a toolkit for resilience and positive change’ presents strategies and insights that help us in the journey of making things different. A new improved 2nd edition was published in May 2010 by Permanent Publications.
Holistic Perspectives
A revolution is happening in the way we look at the world, where
old assumptions are being challenged and breakthroughs occurring
as a result. My writing and courses
introduce holistic concepts like Gaia Theory and The Butterfly Effect
and show how these offer a whole new way of thinking about ourselves
and our abilities.
Human Ecology
Human ecology looks at the relationships between ourselves and all that is around us. When we experience a feeling of connection with our world, this can nourish and inspire us, as well as deepen our sense of personal power. I’m particularly interested in how such loving connection with our world can help strengthen our capacity to address global issues like climate change, peak oil and social injustice. See writing, courses, audio/video and The Great Turning for more on this.
Positive Psychology
Putting scientific method behind the promotion of happiness and the cultivation of strengths, positive psychology points us towards a more joyful way of living. I co-produced The Happiness Training Plan, a self-help audio CD based on the positive psychology approach. I also present the annual Bristol Happiness Lectures and run courses on positive psychology.
Beautiful Music
As a musician, I’m known for my hammered dulcimer and harmonica
playing. I’ve performed at Glastonbury Festival, recorded
with Roni Size, supported Jamie Cullum and played live with Steve
Winwood. I’ve also written music for television.
Go to music to find out more, order my CD or listen to my music on MySpace.
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