“The snow goose need not bathe to make itself white. Neither need you do anything but be yourself” Lao Tsu
Sometimes adults impose their opinions and desires on children without really listening to them. They usually do this with the best of intentions, in the sincere belief that this is best for their children.
When this happens to us as children, however, we can end up like apple trees that are expected to produce oranges.
Then we think that something is wrong with us and of course it is because, instead of feeling happy about who and what we are, we are trying to fulfill other people’s expectations.
Think about this: how many of us seek counselling and psychotherapy for this very reason?
When we are listened to, respected and loved for who we are – not for who others want us to be – we blossom.
Donald Marmara created Core Development , a learning process which acknowledges the unity and inter-relationships of mind, body, emotions and spirit.
It draws on the principles and understanding of somatic psychotherapy, structural dynamics, and Donald’s own personal therapy, professional training and life experience.
Core development adopts a flexible approach, recognising that what works for one person may not work for another.
Donald currently resides and practices in Sydney, and is available for individual sessions, couples sessions, counselling teenagers and parents, and facilitating training programs and workshops. He is also available for Zoom and phone sessions worldwide.
He can be contacted on 0412 178 234.