A Workshop for Childbirth Professionals
Much spiritual knowledge is universal. If I were a Buddhist, I would share the wisdom of Buddhism; or if I were a Taoist, I would share the wisdom of Taoism. Over the last several years, I have delved into Chassidut, the more spiritual and mystical teachings of Judaism and it is from here that I glean some of the spiritual wisdom that I share. Each of us has the responsibility to find our own paths, our own ways. I can only express that which resonates with my own soul. I ask that each woman accepts what she needs and allows the rest to pass through her gently.
Rabbi Dr. Abraham Twerski, the founder and director of the Gateway Rehabilitation Center in Pittsburgh, asks the question, "What does it mean to be G-dly? What makes human beings unique from the rest of the Creation?"
Only we have the ability to look at history and learn from our past.
Only we have free will, the ability to choose what we want to do with our lives.
Only we have the ability to better ourselves.
Only we can struggle with the question "Why am I here?"
Only we have the ability to look at each challenge in life and understand that within that challenge is opportunity for growth.
Only we ask ourselves the question, "How can I connect with my Creator and carry out His will for me?"
When these questions are not the guiding forces in our lives, we feel a tremendous void and emptiness. This, Dr Twerski calls "Spiritual Deficiency Disorder".
This is not about religion. It is about being truly human.
This is what the inner journey is all about and until we, as childbirth professionals, are consciously traveling on our own journeys, it is very difficult for us to help our clients understand the potential that the birthing experience holds for each of them.
We will explore this concept through stories, guided imagery, mini-counseling sessions, and teachings.
