Notes from the Underworld

A talk by Janet Bowers exploring and embracing death as one of the most essential aspects
of our humanity from a psychological and spiritual perspective.

May 25, 2019 (2–4pm)
The Cornucopia Room, 4 Towerdykeside, Hawick TD9 9EA, Scottish Borders
and
June 1, 2019 (2.30–4.30pm)
Mulberry House, 21 Manor Place, Edinburgh EH3 7DX

Event Description

 

 

 

 

“Striving for life, I seek death, seeking death, I find life”
William Shakespeare
(Measure for Measure, Act 3 Scene 1)

“An ongoing inquiry into the meaning of life and death has lead me to wisdoms found in myths and archetypes, the psychological, existential and spiritual metaphysics and above all an experiential journey into ‘Being’ and a radical new perspective.” Janet Bowers

Janet Bowers is a Core Process Psychotherapist and supervisor in private practice. Over many years she has been a student of the Beshara School with a particular emphasis on the study of Ibn ’Arabi. She is based in London.

The talks are supported by The Beshara Trust.
The Edinburgh talk is hosted by Arkordia.

Booking & Fees

Entry by donation at the door.

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