The Neuroscience of Connection: Cultivating the Relationship of Presence with the Whole Person.

We are wired to connect at all levels.  Learning to tune in to our nervous system can play a key role in our interactions. The relational space can become transformational as a field of presence is formed through attunement. Where compassionate connections are cultivated and differences are respected, presence extends an unspoken invitation to the other. Through our nervous system connections, authentic relationships empower us to respond more effectively, fostering deeper connection through communication and offering a sense of belonging.

We will look at:

* Neuroscience of connection – Why will understanding this inform the chaplain’s practice of presence?

* What is the importance of connecting to the whole person – spirit, soul and body? (voice and nervous systems)

* How can the chaplain/pastor/leader cultivate presence?

Candy is an experienced Professional Supervisor – providing clinical & pastoral supervision for individuals and groups. She has extensive experience as a counsellor and chaplain within emergency services, healthcare and workplaces. Yet, her passion is within the provision of supervision.

Candy offers supervision to those in the people caring fields from counsellors, pastors (those in ministry settings), chaplains, and leaders.

She holds a Graduate Certificate in Applied Neuroscience and will bring a wealth of knowledge about connecting with people.