We live and work in groups. At best, these groups
systems support and enrich our lives. To often, they contain challenging
or even destructive relationships that threaten to overwhelm our
patience, sensitivity, and skill.
Using astrological tools honed
through 25 years of counseling and consultation, Arifa Boehler helps
us transform group situations into opportunities for personal and
spiritual growth.
The NATURAL ORDER consulting process begins with
each member having an individual session during which self-knowledge
and self-acceptance are given
a very palpable language.
Then working within the group context, each member understands
his/her
uniqueness in relation to others.
The objectivity of the astrological vantage point is very useful
in understanding the dynamics of family systems- helping
parents with the challenging task of raising children.
The parents' astrological charts, individual
and relationship, provide clarity and understanding of the family environment.
Interpreting the charts of the children helps parents understand:
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 As a result
of group work:
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Members
are empowered to accept their differences and similarities and
are able to function more effectively as a group.
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Group
leaders develop an ability to delegate more responsibly and effectively.
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Members
work together more cohesively.
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Conflicts
and difficulties within the group are more readily resolved.
Interpreting the charts of the children helps parents
understand:
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what
educational setting would be most appropriate for the child
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what
interventions work best various developmental stages and
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what
adults can do to help children cope with family dynamics or
a crisis.
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In schools and other educational settings,
Arifa consults with teams of teachers, special educators, parents,
and therapists to help sort out the issues affecting a child's development. |
Adults gain vital understanding of the child's learning style,
identify supportive educational approaches, and pinpoint underlying
forces that may cause difficulty in school. In addition, they make
important progress toward understanding themselves in relation to
the child. |
When a group requires in-depth psychological awareness
or wants to develop an understanding of group process, Arifa works
in collaboration
with Alexandra Merrill who has been doing group work for 30 years.
Together they offer long-term group consultations and 5-day residential
retreats for the study of astrology and process.
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Arifa consults with groups of two to six individuals,
and collaborates with others to work with larger groups. After
initial individual sessions, group work begins with a two to six-hour
session in which participants explore current group dynamics.
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Subsequent meetings allow for in-depth work on interpersonal
relationships, examination of special concerns, such as the addition
of a new person or people to a team, helping a new venture get off
to a productive start, or matching qualifications with a job descriptions.
Arifa develops a proposal and an estimate for a process tailored
to your group's goals and concerns. |
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Astrology
is an ancient cross-cultural, archetypal
psychology that connects us to archival resources of the human psyche.
It reveals to
us the NATURAL ORDER, a deeper connection to spirit, and the the path
to more harmonious community living. Most importantly, astrological
knowledge helps us recognize and appreciate our uniqueness within the
spectrum of human diversity and realize our potential.