For over 30 years I have held year-long circles of transformation and awakening. They began in 1989 with my book (Hidden Victims/Hidden Healers) and the eight stage healing program for families of the mentally ill. I went on to offer Spiritual Journaling and Intuitive Development circles in the Twin Cities. Later I offered the Initiation Course for those ready to discover and initiate their truest spiritual path, to become meaning makers. In response to increased interest I wrote a book based on this year-long course, The Wheel of Initiation. I went on to offer Zero Point Circles based on my book, The Zero Point Agreement: How To Be Who You Already Are. Then, in my Red Thread Circles we become the leaders and change agents we are meant to be (all within the context of our daily lives.). This resulted in a book, which came out during the pandemic: The Clue of the Red Thread: Discovering Compassion and Fearlessness during difficult times. The present times are more personally and collectively calling on us to find our compassion and fearlessness, our fearless compassion.
"In The Clue of the Red Thread, Julie Tallard Johnson reminds us that we can best navigate uncertain times by joining our inner truth with our words and actions. In ways both poetic and practical, she invites us to make time and space for inward discernment, returning to the visible world better able to help advance the work of love, truth, and justice. I had the privilege of being in dialogue with Julie at several points during the writing of this book, and I can assure you that it is a faithful reflection of Julie's life-work, all of it proven in practice. I urge you not only to read but to follow by finding your own red thread and tracking it into the fullness of life." -Parker J. Palmer, teacher and activist, author of On the Brink of Everything, Healing the Heart of Democracy, and A Hidden Wholeness
This year long journey, taken together with others committed to show up, will energize, awaken and bring to the world the best you have to offer. World into Word & Action is an invitation to listen to those inner nudges, to move through the resistance and join with others to create what is possible for yourself and the world. Transform resistance and negativity into enthusiasm and positive action; initiate your latent intentions and truest self; Manifest your dreams, your projects and your intentions.
It's time to share your gift, finish that project, discover further your creative intentions and to fulfill them. To further become who you already and truly are. To live compassionately fearless.
I invite you to take this initiatory and transformative pilgrimage with me as your guide. We will take a personal journey through Wheel of Initiation, where you will arrive having initiated a gift into the world (some tangible project). We will explore our inner realms through The Inner Labyrinth from the Clue of the Red Thread to awaken all that waits inside. All that is a potential is awakened from within and manifested outwardly. We will use the Wish Fulfilling Mandala as the central tool to manifest our intentions.
“The Wheel takes us out into the diverse directions of life/space. The Initiation leads us in, to the unifying point of source/center. This ceremony requires great courage, the courage to give yourself fully and SIMULTANEOUSLY to Father Sky and Mother Earth. The courage to let spirit tear you apart.” -Shinzen Young, author of The Science of Enlightenment
"In The Clue of the Red Thread, Julie Tallard Johnson reminds us that we can best navigate uncertain times by joining our inner truth with our words and actions. In ways both poetic and practical, she invites us to make time and space for inward discernment, returning to the visible world better able to help advance the work of love, truth, and justice. I had the privilege of being in dialogue with Julie at several points during the writing of this book, and I can assure you that it is a faithful reflection of Julie's life-work, all of it proven in practice. I urge you not only to read but to follow by finding your own red thread and tracking it into the fullness of life." -Parker J. Palmer, teacher and activist, author of On the Brink of Everything, Healing the Heart of Democracy, and A Hidden Wholeness
This year long journey, taken together with others committed to show up, will energize, awaken and bring to the world the best you have to offer. World into Word & Action is an invitation to listen to those inner nudges, to move through the resistance and join with others to create what is possible for yourself and the world. Transform resistance and negativity into enthusiasm and positive action; initiate your latent intentions and truest self; Manifest your dreams, your projects and your intentions.
It's time to share your gift, finish that project, discover further your creative intentions and to fulfill them. To further become who you already and truly are. To live compassionately fearless.
I invite you to take this initiatory and transformative pilgrimage with me as your guide. We will take a personal journey through Wheel of Initiation, where you will arrive having initiated a gift into the world (some tangible project). We will explore our inner realms through The Inner Labyrinth from the Clue of the Red Thread to awaken all that waits inside. All that is a potential is awakened from within and manifested outwardly. We will use the Wish Fulfilling Mandala as the central tool to manifest our intentions.
“The Wheel takes us out into the diverse directions of life/space. The Initiation leads us in, to the unifying point of source/center. This ceremony requires great courage, the courage to give yourself fully and SIMULTANEOUSLY to Father Sky and Mother Earth. The courage to let spirit tear you apart.” -Shinzen Young, author of The Science of Enlightenment
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This dynamic journey is taken inward, so that all outward expressions of our truth, creativity and intentions are authentic and effective. We will take the journey of the Inner Labyrinth as we discover, create and realize our greatest potentials in the outer world of manifestation. |
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World into Word and Action invites us to explore bringing our writing, our poetry our essays and ideas to the page and out to readers. To manifest our words onto the page and out into the world. World into Action invites us to manifest our dreams and intentions as change agents because in doing so we keep the soul of the world alive, save democracies and create an invitation to others to join in the dance!
Guest Teachers specializing in indigenous wisdom and ceremony, authentic social media promotion, trauma informed yoga, mindfulness meditation, clearness committee, and practical shamanism.
2 In-person Weekend gatherings. October 7th, 8th & 9th, 2022; October 6th, 7th, and 8th, 2023. Madison Wisconsin area.
2 live, virtual monthly circles on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday evenings of the month, 6 to 9 PM CST.
IN PERSON Gatherings held in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin. We start Friday night with an evening circle with welcoming & preparation, from 5:00 PM till 8:OO PM CST. On Saturday we hold a morning circle from 9 am till Noon, and afternoon circle from 4 till 7:00 PM CST with an hour opening ceremony at 7:30 PM CST. On Sunday morning we hold our final circle from 9:00 am till 12:30. Beverages and snacks provided at morning gatherings and Friday afternoon/evening gathering. Cost for October retreat: $125.00 (paid in full by October 1st, 2022.
You will need to find your own sleeping arrangements. There are some nice airbnbs in the area and here is one local hotel Grandstay Hotel
Cost: $65 a month for monthly circles. (Separate fee for live, in person gatherings). Registration (deposit of 3 months): $195.00. I intentionally make this affordable. Please contact me if this amount is a difficulty for you. I will not turn anyone away who is committed.
Guest Teachers specializing in indigenous wisdom and ceremony, authentic social media promotion, trauma informed yoga, mindfulness meditation, clearness committee, and practical shamanism.
2 In-person Weekend gatherings. October 7th, 8th & 9th, 2022; October 6th, 7th, and 8th, 2023. Madison Wisconsin area.
2 live, virtual monthly circles on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday evenings of the month, 6 to 9 PM CST.
IN PERSON Gatherings held in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin. We start Friday night with an evening circle with welcoming & preparation, from 5:00 PM till 8:OO PM CST. On Saturday we hold a morning circle from 9 am till Noon, and afternoon circle from 4 till 7:00 PM CST with an hour opening ceremony at 7:30 PM CST. On Sunday morning we hold our final circle from 9:00 am till 12:30. Beverages and snacks provided at morning gatherings and Friday afternoon/evening gathering. Cost for October retreat: $125.00 (paid in full by October 1st, 2022.
You will need to find your own sleeping arrangements. There are some nice airbnbs in the area and here is one local hotel Grandstay Hotel
Cost: $65 a month for monthly circles. (Separate fee for live, in person gatherings). Registration (deposit of 3 months): $195.00. I intentionally make this affordable. Please contact me if this amount is a difficulty for you. I will not turn anyone away who is committed.
“The Wheel takes us out into the diverse directions of life/space. The Initiation leads us in, to the unifying point of source/center. This ceremony requires great courage, the courage to give yourself fully and SIMULTANEOUSLY to Father Sky and Mother Earth. The courage to let spirit tear you apart.” -Shinzen Young, author of The Science of Enlightenment
“The Wheel of Initiation carries a powerful spirit of love and wisdom shared in an absolutely fresh, humble, and beautiful way. I was moved from the first words I read. It’s clear that Julie Tallard Johnson walks her talk.” ~ Tav Sparks, author of Movie Yoga and The Wide Open
“The Wheel of Initiation carries a powerful spirit of love and wisdom shared in an absolutely fresh, humble, and beautiful way. I was moved from the first words I read. It’s clear that Julie Tallard Johnson walks her talk.” ~ Tav Sparks, author of Movie Yoga and The Wide Open
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Transformational & Embodied Counselor & Mentor
Engaged in the world, one conversation at a time
Most rights reserved. Admin