Journey FaCILITATOR
John Ollom
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“I live in the “holes” between narrative arches.” On September 19, 2015, I met John Ollom in person at an Internal Landscapes© day-long workshop. The stranger radiated uncommon energy without signaling danger—keep out. Instead, his bodiliness magnetized the participants—certainly me. I would later read his book where his whole being found expression in the first line of his Artist’s Statement (above). This “body” moved boldly in the context of a Jungian archetypal framework, of wabi-sabi philosophy esteeming imperfection, of the embrace of Celtic naturalism, of the gritty anti-conventionalism of Nietzsche. Back and forth between the cerebral arches and the bodily expressions, achieving a wholeness, holes for breathing (spirit), speaking (mouth), for hearing; hidden holes, holy--set apart--for functions to be cherished instead of being incarcerated in taboos.
The workshop ended. Even the best end; and I’ve been to so very many over a life time. I went home without his book, only memories of his personal talk with me after lunch. His movement in the group (strength to build a new life) and his way of framing it (breaking out of crushing conventions) grew on me. I ordered the book and read it. He corresponded with me; a most welcomed surprise because I realize how busy he is compared to my relaxed retirement. Never have I had such a giving relationship with a professional before. His eye was not on the clock or the wallet but the power of what’s moving within me.
- Robert (Florida)
"Working with John Ollom opened up new pathways to express long suppressed feelings. I found myself exploring life in new ways, new forms, new expressions that unlocked years of doubt and guilt. Instead of dependence and shame, I began to know freedom and expression of my own personal truth."
- Gary Collins, PHD Licensed Psychologist
Easton Mountain's SUMMER SOULSTICE Retreat - JUNE 21 -27
Join us for a week-long wellness retreat designed to nourish body, mind and spirit!
It begins with a Summer Solstice ceremony to align with our greatest life source, the Sun. Throughout the week, you’ll move through natural healing practices such as naked yoga, meditation, sound baths, chakra alignment, movement for well-being, and workshops on erotic expression.
Each experience is woven into a journey of deep inner healing, personal transformation, and reconnection with yourself, nature, and community. We offer the chance to go deep into movement and improvisation, chanting and energy work, shamanic journeying, chakra immersion and more.
Between sessions, enjoy the natural beauty of Easton Mountain: forest trails, peaceful ponds, mountain views, and the warmth of our wood-fired sauna. Nourish yourself with world class meals, quiet time for rest and reflection, and meaningful connection with others.
This is a full week to invest in your well-being, to release what no longer serves you, foster self-love, and find clarity and renewal through intentional ceremonies and holistic practices.
Throughout the week, you’ll be guided by an exceptional team of facilitators offering diverse paths to healing and self-discovery.
Registration information can be found here.
read the Phindie article about my workshops here.
We have been told that movement is a dancer dancing, a car driving down the highway, and/or a boat sailing on the ocean. This is true, but we ourselves are movement. Yes our blood is always flowing through us, our breath is moving in and out, but our psychic matrix is constantly in flow. Our emotions are constantly shifting inside us. Our psychological process is constantly evolving. Pain, and trauma and rejection are locked in zones inside of us.
In the Internal Landscapes method we get to explore this moving matrix. We get an opportunity to reconnect with ourselves. We embody these zones that are in constant shifting flux. We find the locked zones and vibrate them into a new reality. We find colors and images like a dreamscape to explore in our embodied journey.
Join our Internal Landscapes sessions for a one on one or many of our workshops across the US. Many have healed from trauma, released blocks from years of hidden existence and found new found freedom in their everyday lives. Artists and dancers have found new ways to connect with their source for a more powerful art expression.
Internal Landscapes by John Ollom MFA, the embodied practice for you.
Sessions can be booked in one of many locations in Manhattan. Workshops can also be developed in areas across the United States.
Please read about the Internal Landscapes© method in the Internal Landscapes book also available under Merchandise. For information and to register for the workshop please go to contact me.