We want Transformation ... We just don't want to Change
by Rosie Kuhn, Ph.D.

Transformation, we think, is easy. It's something that just happens, like miracles and magic. It's as if we have to do nothing, and all of a sudden – presto-change-o, we are transformed. We imagine with that transformation that life is effortless, and that there is no more hard work to be done.

Change, on the other hand, occurs through conscious choice-making. This obviously requires consciousness, which means you have to start by cultivating a desire to be awake, aware and open to what is. Change doesn't occur on its own; it requires conscious choice. I know I'm repeating myself, but this is an important fact.

Choosing to be awake is a choice that requires a change in perspective. This in itself is costly to the egoic-self. When you change perspective, you start perceiving and witnessing as a witness, separate from the reality you thought was real... more

Rosie Kuhn
Author, Educator, Coach
and Leadership Facilitator

Dr. Rosie Kuhn, author of the popular book ‘Self-Empowerment 101' and founder of The Paradigm Shifts Coaching Group, is a preeminent thought leader in the field of transformational coaching, coach training and leadership development.

Holding a Ph.D. in transpersonal psychology from Sofia University, Rosie specializes in transforming belief systems that hold individuals back in business and life. Her unique coaching model is based on systems theory, transpersonal psychology and years of immersion in the study of addictions. She has successfully coached and trained professionals cross-functionally in numerous educational, non-profit and for-profit organizations.

As an educator, Rosie created the Transformational Coaching Training Program which she also facilitated for ten years. She has appeared on the podium, television and radio at the San Francisco New Living Expo, Santa Clara University and the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology. She is available for speaking engagements,  coaching and coach trainings to individuals, groups and organizations.

From her home on Orcas Island, Washington, Rosie coaches internationally, and writes books and blogs. Her adventures include crossing the Atlantic aboard a 93-foot schooner.

Last weekend, we welcomed new SoulFriends from the microcosm of our booth at the New Living Expo in San Francisco. There were many wonderful exchanges, but the highlight of the event was, no doubt, the meaningful and profound conversations that occurred during the free, mini coaching and spiritual guidance sessions offered to our booth visitors by our partner SoulSages. Our deep gratitude goes to these individuals for generously offering their whole hearted presence, attention, and wisdom: Sahina, Rachel Katz, Kim Jeska, Katy Kronenwetter, Gail Whipple, Shulamit Sofia, Sean Hinton, Valerie Davis-Rucker, Joy Bonham and Faith Freed.

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