Free your mind

Explore your unique blueprint for living and discover ways for transformation and change. The psychology of Alfred Adler underpins the workshop.

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Key course information

Dates
11/09/11 - 18/09/11

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
2 weeks

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £78^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
PG631

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Are we actually the architects of our own destiny? Can we, by taking charge of our own thoughts, feelings and actions, change our lives so that we are happier and more fulfilled? Our perceptions and belief system about Life, the Universe and Everything are formed between the ages of 0-7. Using insights from Adlerian psychology, the course will demonstrate ways of interpreting your early recollections so that you will begin to understand why you think and feel the way you do. You will discover your beliefs about yourself, others and the world around you and find ways to move forward to living a more fulfilling life. The emphasis of the course will be experiential, with reflection and processing helping to clarify your convictions about yourselves and life. There will be minimal presentation of theory. However concepts underpinning the ideas on the course will be backed up with handouts and references should you want to explore further.

What topics will we cover?

Alfred Adler's underpinning ideas regarding the Individual and Society.
You and your family of origin.
Using Early Recollections to gain a deeper understanding of yourself.
Ways of reframing experiences in order to move forward and create more useful behaviour.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Understand the ideas underpinning Early Recollections.
Have more awareness of your beliefs, attitudes and private logic.
Understand the process of interpreting Early Recollections.
Identify behaviour patterns that are not useful to you.
Appreciate the organic change that is possible and identify a way forward.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

For anyone who has done at least one year of dedicated personal development work; who is used to sharing their experiences in a supportive group and wishes to explore further to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of themselves.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Learning will be experiential (in the group, in pairs and individual exercises).
Discussion/Sharing.
Drawing/Writing.
Visualisation/Relaxation.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

It would be very helpful if students could read: What Life Could Mean to You, by Alfred Adler.

There will be handouts given on the course.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You can expect your tutor to give you feedback both individually and through group discussion. At the end of the course you will be given the opportunity to complete a record of your achievements which will be verified by your tutor.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. There will be an opportunity to evaluate your course at the end.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Further study on Adler or other psychology, counselling or personal development courses.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2530

counselling@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in course advice (term-time only) Tuesdays 13.30 - 14.30 (please ask at the Department Enquiry Desk).

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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