鈥淲hen I land in a space with likeminded, connected and spirited people it always makes the work so much more valuable. Gathering on country, getting back to basics and taking on vulnerability is always the key to the journey into self in mind, body & spirit.
The energy, cohesion and empathy of the Woolyungah mob was pretty inspiring for me to be with. The caring and connection for each other was evident from the outset, the space was injected with power that came deep and swift. It came from a place of openness from each brother and sister churning through what they needed to. My experience of each healing session is always so different and unique in its own right, this space was just what it needed to be for that time. Leadership is also a place to generate the allowance in accountability to yourself, others and the greater good of the purpose.
From the get go, last week鈥檚 workshop was about more than me taking people through the process of connection, it was more about the legacies that the old people have left us. Although we may seemed burdened with responsibility at times we must always remember we are not alone in the struggle, the wrestle of two world living or navigating the after effects of 230 years of inconsistencies. We must embrace being present in the knowing that we are a part of the oldest living civilisation on earth. There is no better way to put it then the words of my grandfather, to give the core pillar context of my passage here.鈥�
'I get by knowing that today is the first day for the rest of my life' - Uncle Max Djarla Dulumunmun Harrison
Yours in culture and through the spirit of Mother Earth - Dwayne
Staff reflections
鈥淎t our best we are connected, supported and form communities of love and laughter. This weekend was a beautiful space to sit and reflect on the many challenges and impacts that we share as families and as a team and to acknowledge how strong we are when we work together.鈥�
鈥淭he Healing and Planning session enabled me to learn from my team-mates and share in the reciprocal generosity that the WIC dynamic provides. I am extremely humbled by and grateful for the entire session and want to thank everyone involved for enhancing my experience.鈥�
鈥� The healing and planning trip was very good in feeling more connected to my work team and to our culture.鈥�
鈥淚t was an incredible experience, connecting to country, your team, your inner self. It was a great way to be present, taking it all in and living within the moment.鈥�
鈥淐oming together with like-minded people only enriches and strengthens the connection.鈥�
鈥� Our healing trip was a beautiful way to reset and reconnect, allowing myself to be vulnerable, and rekindling energy through a series of cultural, spiritual and creative activities鈥�
鈥淭he healing and planning retreat was a beautiful way to connect with them team. I feel as a collective we are now ready to facilitate another successful session.鈥�
鈥淲e successfully created a space for healing our minds and spirits. Creating security in our sharing we grew lighter and connected as a team.鈥�