| Courses
Since
1985 we have offered courses in Tarot card reading, palmistry,
astrology and self development. Our courses are held on
Sundays in Sydney and on weekends interstate. Our Tarot,
Palmistry and Astrology courses are certificate courses,
involving written and practical exams, while our self development
courses are designed to give you tools for life.While some
students study with us to start a career in the psychic
sciences, others enrol for personal interest.Either way
you can expect thorough training in your chosen subject
with the option to repeat your preferred course at a discount
(subject to terms) if you need to brush up on the subject.Our
courses are ‘hands on’ so that you can test run the concepts
in a safe and supportive environment. Regular demonstrations
are also used as a valuable teaching tool, involving volunteers
from the class. Supervised practice sessions are also included
to enable students to develop confidence in their new skills.
Cancellations:
Full deposit will be refunded for cancellations up to three
weeks before the course commences. Within three weeks of
commencement date a $70 cancellation fee applies.
There
will be no refunds of course fees for cancellations within
five days of course commencement, but you can transfer the
course fees (less $70 cancellation fee) to another course
within 12 months if you give clear notice at least 48 hours
before the course begins. |
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| Creative Writing
Course [download pdf brochure]
This three-day course offers a solid framework for your creative writing in a safe, positive environment. It is a beginners course, and covers all the basics in a step by step manner. Previous writing experience is not required. This course offers you
- a supportive environment to discuss your writing plans and the hurdles you face when writing.
- practical writing exercises to stimulate creativity when you feel stuck
- insight into how telling stories aloud can help you with the writing process
- awareness of how much stories are needed to teach, to challenge and to inspire us.
- tips on who to show your work to during the writing process and who to avoid until the work has been completed
- publishing avenues available to new and experienced writers, including self publishing
Most of us have a story to tell, whether it’s about a childhood, a friend, a parent or a family history. Putting that story into a readable form is what this course is about.
The course is based on Paul’s experience as an author of ten non-fiction books, one novel, six children’s books (currently being illustrated), numerous columns and short stories. This Creative Writing Course is approached in a practical manner.
It includes games, exercises and demonstrations, along with regular writing sessions to enable you to build your confidence in the techniques offered.
Students are given written homework to complete between classes to help them to build positive writing habits.
Why complete a writing course?
Writing takes many forms and requires different skills, according to the type of writing being produced. You may need practical assistance in developing successful writing skills. These skills include
- Research of a subject, a location or a time period for authenticity.
- A map of the writing project if it is a lengthy work, to avoid losing your way in the writing of the work
- A list of the topics to be covered if the work is non-fiction.
- A description of the characters, their backgrounds, current circumstances, desires, fears and motivations if the work is fiction.
- A routine for writing, such as one day each week or two three-hour evening sessions per week.
- A supportive editor, yet one who is also honest and practical when reviewing your work
Notes
Basic notes, exercise sheets and self assessment forms accompany this course and students are free to take notes. A workbook is given to each student at the beginning of the course. As most of the day involves hands-on exercises, you’ll learn through doing than through writing notes. Bring a pen, pad and some story ideas or your current writing project.
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Venue: |
554 Mowbray Rd, Lane Cove NSW |
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$395.00 including course workbook |
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Psychic
Development
[download pdf brochure]
This
practical, hands-on course offers a solid framework for your psychic
development, in a positive and supportive environment. It is a
powerful beginners course, and covers all the basics in a step
by step manner. Previous knowledge is not required.
This course offers you:
improved intuitive skills
developed through games, exercises and ‘hands on’
experience, setting you up for your own ongoing intuitive development.
psychic protection techniques
for improving your protection as your intuition develops.
simple guided meditations
which you can practice at home.
aura vision techniques which
are simple and effective.
psychic etiquette boundaries,
to help you to avoid trespassing into the auric energy fields
of others, which may open you to receiving the same from them.
This course is based on Paul’s
extensive experience as a clairvoyant, and it is approached in
a fun, yet practical manner. Day one reveals the importance of
psychic protection. Day two involves exploring your natural intuition,
while day three examines psychic cleansing and the traditional
tools used for prediction.
It includes games, exercises and
demonstrations, along with regular practice sessions to enable
you to build your confidence in the techniques offered.
Guided meditation are included, along
with psychic development techniques such as
- the benefits of keeping a dream
journal
- scanning yourself for auric weakness
- how curiosity forms psychic cords
to others
- how to read the energy of objects
and rooms
- how to distinguish inner voices
guiding you from your own thoughts or imagination
- the seven main chakras of the
body and their associated colours
- noticing which chakras you favour
- simple telepathy exercises
- how to cleanse and protect your
home or office
- the importance of astral travel
during sleep
- a brief look at psychic prediction
methods including palmistry, tarot, astrology, psychometry and
meditation.
Course Requirements
Due to the nature of the course and
the course content, we reserve the right to refuse applicants
whom we deem unsuitable for this course.
Telephone or personal interviews
may be required prior to your acceptance into this course and
no one using recreational drugs on a regular basis can be considered
for this course. This includes abuse of alcohol. Those currently
taking antidepressants cannot be included as most antidepressants
suppress sensitivity.
Notes
Hand-outs also accompany this
course and students are free to take notes. A workbook containing
notes, guidelines and psychic cleansing and protection methods
will be given to each student at the start of the course. As the
course involves a combination of theory and practice sessions
to build your skills, you’ll learn more through doing and
listening than through taking notes.
Dates: |
June 2009 |
Times: |
Each Sunday 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Venue: |
554 Mowbray Rd, Lane Cove NSW |
Fees: |
$395.00 including course workbook |

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Introductory Tarot
[download
pdf brochure]
Who is
it for?
This
inspiring course is for students with little or no experience
in the tarot, and confidence in giving readings is encouraged
through watching demonstrations and giving readings to fellow
students under supervision.
Paul brings
the tarot to life with his humorous and insightful delivery, using
anecdotes, real life examples and demonstrations. |
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content
This
introductory course covers
- the history
of the tarot
- one card
readings
- reading
with reversed cards for increased clarity
- using intuition
when reading
- the Major
and the Minor Arcana
- astrology
in relation to the tarot (including the lesson for each sign
of the zodiac)
- how to
word difficult questions for accuracy
- demonstrations
and practice sessions
- role play
to better understand the major Arcana
Cards used
We use the Rider Waite® tarot pack and you’ll need to
bring a pack with you to the course.
Course
notes
The course notes are provided in the form of Paul Fenton-Smith’s
book The Tarot Revealed which is included in the course price.
This allows each student to focus on the process instead of taking
notes continuously. If you already have a copy of The Tarot Revealed,
the price can be deducted from the course fees.
Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete
written and practical exams. Exams are optional. We recommend
that you complete 50 readings before sitting for exams to avoid
disappointment. The first exam sitting is included in the course
fee. Exams are by appointment only and can be completed at your
leisure.
Course
location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses
are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.
Course
times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from
10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied
and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and
take away food suppliers close by.
Course
fees
The cost of the introductory tarot course is A$395.00. including
GST. If you already have a copy of The Tarot Revealed the course
fee is A$370. incl. GST.
Repeat
offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat
that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject
to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity
to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat
fee is subject to change without notice).
Dates: |
October 19, 26th and November 2nd 2008 |
Times: |
Each Sunday 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Venue: |
554 Mowbray Rd, Lane Cove NSW |
Fees: |
$395.00 including course workbook |
If you can't make these course dates, why not learn the tarot at
your own pace at home? Our Tarot
Correspondence course offers a complete introduction
to the tarot, and includes
- Discover The Tarot DVD
- a copy of Paul's book The Tarot Revealed
- a worksbook which contains 19 lessons,
tarot reading tips and self assessments
- 6 A4 laminated colour tarot posters
- a tarot log to record your practice
readings
- a Rider Waite tarot deck, including a
blank card
- an A4 colour poster on psychic cleansing
To purchase the Tarot Correspondence course, click on the
Purchase Online page and click on courses. 
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Advanced
Tarot
[download
pdf brochure]
Who is
it for?
This course is designed for those who have completed the introductory
tarot course and who want to delve deeper into the tarot. It is
suited to those who are in professional practice and this course
improves your working knowledge of the tarot in a fun atmosphere.
As our teaching methods are quite specific, it is not possible
to attend this course until you have completed the introductory
tarot course. It also offers telephone reading techniques and
a demonstration telephone tarot reading using a speaker-phone.
In this way students can hear both sides of the conversation as
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Course
content
As this is an advanced course, more emphasis is given to layouts,
dealing with clients when reading for them and tips for setting
up a successful practice in a changing industry. Also included
are:
- a simple
10 step reading process
- how to
make sense of Yes / No questions
- learning
to know when the Court cards depict people or situations
- a chance
to design your own layout, such as a causes / consequences layout
or a career / relationship spread.
- demonstrations
of the full reading process and how to deal with difficult clients
- the seven
main chakras of the body and a chakra layout to read them through
the tarot
- how to
encourage the client to feel at ease during a reading
- your rights
and responsibilities as a reader
Course
notes
Course notes are included in the form of the book Mastering the
Tarot, which is included in the course price. This allows each
student to focus on the reading process instead of taking notes
continuously. If you already have a copy of Mastering the Tarot,
the price can be deducted from the course fees.
Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete
written and practical exams. Exams are optional. We recommend
that you complete 50 readings before sitting for exams to avoid
disappointment. The first exam sitting is included in the course
fee. Exams are by appointment only and can be completed at your
leisure.
Course
location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses
are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.
Course
times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from 10:00
am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there
is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and take away
food suppliers close by.
Course
fees
The cost of the advanced tarot course is A$395.00. including GST.
If you already have a copy of Mastering the Tarot the course fee
is A$370. incl. GST.
Repeat
offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat
that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject
to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity
to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat
fee is subject to change without notice).
Dates: |
March 2009 |
Times: |
Each Sunday 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Venue: |
554 Mowbray Rd, Lane Cove NSW |
Fees: |
$395.00 including course workbook |

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Tarot
Masterclass [download pdf brochure]
Who is it for?
This course is designed for those who have completed the introductory and advanced tarot courses. It is suitable for those who want to be professional tarot readers or to teach the tarot to others. It is suited to those who are already in professional practice and this course improves your working knowledge of the tarot in a fun atmosphere. As our teaching methods are quite specific, it is not possible to attend this course until you have completed the introductory and advanced tarot courses.
Course content
As this is an advanced course, more emphasis is given to tarot layouts, dealing with clients in crisis and tips for identifying the best way to present your findings to the client. Also included are:
Tarot Master Class also offers telephone reading techniques and a demonstration telephone tarot readings using a speaker-phone. In this way students can hear both sides of the conversation as they watch the reading unfold. Psychic cleansing and development techniques are explained, and students are encouraged to use intuition in practice reaings.
- the tarot for personal development.
- how to make sense of Yes / No questions.
- exploring the court cards for a deeper
understanding of personality types.
- linking cards together to form a clear
picture.
- the body as a barometer for intuition.
- persisting with difficult readings.
- setting boundaries as a reader.
- spiritual purpose in the physical world.
- finding hope in every reading.
- learning to value what you offer your clients.
Course notes
Course notes and self assessments are included in the course price. This allows each student to focus on the reading process instead of taking notes continuously. Your assessment with Paul Fenton-Smith (after you have logged 75 readings in your Advanced Tarot Log) is also included in the course fees.
Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete written and practical assessments. Assessments are optional. We ask that you complete and log down 75 readings before sitting for assessments to avoid disappointment. The first assessment sitting is included in the course fee. Assessments are by appointment only and can be completed at your leisure.
Levels 1, 2 and 3 count towards the Tarot Diploma Course to be offered in 2007. Students must successfully complete Introductory, Advanced and Master Class assessments before being accepted into the diploma course.
Course location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove unless otherwise advised. Interstate courses are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.
Course times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafés and take away food suppliers close by. Interstate courses are held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Course fees
The cost of the Tarot Master Class course is A$395.00. including GST. This includes course notes, self assessments and your written and practical certificate assessments with Paul Fenton-Smith.
Repeat offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat fee is subject to change without notice).
Dates: |
November 16, 23 and 30th 2008 |
Times: |
Each Sunday 10 - 5:30 pm |
Venue: |
554 Mowbray Rd, Lane Cove NSW |
Fees: |
$395.00 including book and handouts |

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Introduction to
Palmistry
[download
pdf brochure]
Who is
it for?
This course is for those who have little or no experience with
hand reading, as it covers all the basics in a step by step manner.
The mysteries of the hand are revealed through Paul’s dynamic
and insightful delivery, and all students hands are used to demonstrate
the theories. Students are requested not to wear fingernail polish
so that we can examine the ‘moons’ beneath the nails and any nail
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course is suitable for those who want to understand themselves
and those close to them through the study of personality types
as shown in the hands. It is also for those who want to know their
most suitable career path, parents who want to guide their children
towards interests and careers to which they are most suited and
those who want to understand natures map of our lives.
Course
content
As this is an introductory course, emphasis is given to practice
readings, as we examine how the hands reveal our inner natures.
This course covers:
- the five
basic hand types and their corresponding approaches to life
- how the
mounts of the hands reveal the personality types and health
concerns
- how to
recognise personality types from their physical build, complexion,
mannerisms etc.
- the Life,
Head and Heart lines
- confirming
past events through the lines
- predicting
future events through reading the lines
- the Fate
line and your career
- the Sun
line and creativity
- how the
Family Chain reveals your emotional connection to family
- the Relationship
Lines and the Lines of Children
Course
notes
Course notes are included in the form of the book Palmistry
Revealed, which is included in the course price. This allows each
student to focus on the reading process instead of taking notes
continuously. If you already have a copy of Palmistry Revealed,
the price can be deducted from the course fees.
Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete written
and practical exams. Exams are optional. We recommend that you
complete 50 palm readings before sitting for exams to avoid disappointment.
The first exam sitting is included in the course fee. Exams are
by appointment only and can be completed at your leisure.
Course
location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses
are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.
Course times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from
10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied
and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and
take away food suppliers close by.
Course
fees
The cost of the introductory Palmistry course is A$395.00. including
GST. If you already have a copy of Palmistry Revealed the course
fee is A$370. incl. GST.
Repeat
offer
When you have completed a course at the Academy you can repeat
that course within two years for only A$130. incl GST, subject
to available space. This ensures that students have every opportunity
to master their chosen subjects at their own pace. (The repeat
fee is subject to change without notice).
Click for a brochure
Dates: |
August 10th, 17th & 24th 2008 |
Times: |
Each Sunday 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Venue: |
554 Mowbray Rd, Lane Cove NSW |
Fees: |
$395.00 including course workbook |

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Introduction
to Astrology
Who is
it for?
This inspiring introduction to astrology is for students with
little or no experience in astrology, as all participants are
encouraged to read charts in the class under supervision to develop
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brings astrology to life with his insightful and entertaining
delivery. You’ll become familiar with the signs, the planets and
how charts are a simplified map of the heavens the moment you
were born. Up to three chart wheels per student will be included
in the course fee so that you can examine your own chart and the
charts of those close to you.
Course
content
This introductory course offers a simple step by step guide
to the signs and the planets. We will use actual charts and students
can have up to three chart wheels made up to use for practice
readings. This course offers and insight into life through astrology
and it covers
- the 12
signs of the zodiac and the spiritual lesson for each sign
- the strengths
of each sign
- the negative
aspects of each sign
- the planets
and how their placement in a chart affects us
- using an
ephemeris to determine planetary positions
- a guide
to your life’s purpose through the Moon’s Nodes position in
your chart
- relationship
(synastry) charts and how to read them
- solar charts,
which are useful when you don’t have the client’s time of birth
Course
notes
Course notes are included in the form of the book Astrology
Revealed, which is included in the course price. This allows each
student to focus on the reading process instead of taking notes
continuously. If you already have a copy of Astrology Revealed,
the price can be deducted from the course fees.
Certification
A certificate is granted to those who successfully complete
written and practical exams. Exams are optional. We recommend
that you complete 50 chart readings before sitting for exams to
avoid disappointment. The first exam sitting is included in the
course fee. Exams are by appointment only and can be completed
at your leisure.
Course
location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses
are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.
Course
times
Sydney courses are held on three consecutive Sundays, from
10:00 am until 5:30 pm. Morning and afternoon tea is supplied
and there is a generous lunch break with many local cafes and
take away food suppliers close by.
Course
fees
The cost of the introductory astrology course is A$395.00. including
GST. If you already have a copy of Astrology Revealed the course
fee is A$370. incl. GST.
Repeat
offer
When you have completed a course at the
Academy you can repeat that course within two years for only A$130.
incl GST, subject to available space. This ensures that students
have every opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own
pace. (The repeat fee is subject to change without
notice).
Note:
There are
no astrology courses scheduled at this time.
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Introduction
to Meditation
This course is designed for those with minimal meditation
experience and is suitable for students who feel that they cannot
meditate. Those who fidget during attempts at meditation will
also benefit from some of the practical techniques offered in
this course.
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Five different
meditation techniques are offered so that students can select
a suitable meditation to pursue throughout their lives. Guided
mediation in a group atmosphere often helps students to experience
deep meditations for the first time in their lives.
This course
is suitable for those who want to use meditation to clear a path
in life for the pursuit of their purpose. It is also perfect for
those who want to reduce daily stress or to improve their intuition.
Course
content
This one day course offers a variety of meditation techniques
to enable students to become familiar with the meditation process.
It includes guided meditations and then practice sessions to build
confidence in the process. This course also includes
- a simple
step by step meditation process
- techniques
to still your mind before meditation
- learning
which meditation techniques best suit you
- determining
the best possible place to meditate in your home
- demonstrations
of the sorts of things which might interrupt you mid-mediation
- a meditation
technique for clearing any past emotional and spiritual blocks
- a technique
to meet your higher self in meditation
Course
notes
T here are no course notes for the Introduction to Meditation
course. It is an is to accompany this workshop.
Course
location
All Sydney courses are held in Lane Cove and interstate courses
are held at different locations. Please write or phone for details.
Course
times
Sydney courses are held on Sundays, from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm.
Morning and afternoon tea is supplied and there is a generous
lunch break with many local cafes and take away food suppliers
close by.
Course
fees
The cost of the Introduction to Meditation course is A$140.
including GST.
Repeat
offer
When you have completed a one-day course at the Academy you
can repeat that course within two years for only A$65. incl GST,
subject to available space. This ensures that students have every
opportunity to master their chosen subjects at their own pace.
(The repeat fee is subject to change without notice).
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Finding
Your Soul Mate [download pdf brochure]
This one day course is based on Paul's best selling book Finding
Your Soul Mate. It examines the things which prevent you from
being ready for your next soul mate love relationship, and offers
practical techniques for clearing the path to love. You'll also
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- how to
identify a soul mate
- the underlying
spiritual lessons offered by past and present soul mates
- what you
offer to others in love relationships
- why we
seek soul mates to share our life's journeys
- when to
say No to a soul mate opportunity
The course
uses role play, written and practical exercises to help you to
glimpse those things which you need to resolve in order to be
ready for love. Bring a pen and an open mind.
Click for a brochure
Dates: |
May 18th 2008 |
Times: |
Sunday 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Venue: |
554 Mowbray Rd, Lane Cove NSW |
Fees: |
$140.00 including course workbook |

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Life
Coaching [download pdf brochure]
This course offers a chance
to clarify and to pursue your life goals with practical support.
You’ll discover your strengths and weaknesses, and examine
ways to delegate those tasks which weigh you down or which don’t
use your strengths. This course also includes:
- Finding meaningful work and discovering
what motivates you
- Mapping your path to fulfilment
- How to resist the plans others
have for you
- How realising your short term
goals can give you confidence for the more significant goals.
- The importance of rewards along
the way to your long term goals
- Dealing with your fears, including
fear of failure or fear of success
- Enlisting the help of others in
your plans
- The importance or rewarding those
who assist you in your plans
Too often talented, creative people
who have no support become overwhelmed when faced with continuous
obstacles in the path to their desired goals. Frequently these
obstacles are the result of actions taken, and objective guidance
can make the journey flow more smoothly.
Because a life coach doesn’t
do the work for you, those attending this course must be prepared
to make real efforts towards their goals. The role of the coach
is to show clients how to take their own steps towards fulfilment
and independence.
To be a part of this course you will
need to
- be prepared to take responsibility
for yourself and your actions
- commit to attending all the sessions
- be realistic in your aspirations
- be supportive of the other group
members
- have read or be reading the book
True North (this will increase your understanding of some of
the exercises involved.)
This is a hands-on course, and you
are invited to bring your current goals for use in exercises.
If you are currently self employed and seek to expand or improve
your business, bring along your business goals. You can work on
them throughout the course. If you have health and fitness goals,
financial goals or you seek a different lifestyle, bring these
goals along.
A supportive group environment offers
you the chance to receive constructive feedback and to observe
how others deal with the issues you are facing. Together we can
prepare for the challenges ahead.
This course continues one evening
per week for ten weeks. This is to enable you to establish your
plans and to achieve some results while receiving the support
of the group. You’ll be able to test your theories and to
bring your issues back to the class for help or simply for fine
tuning. Real change takes time, and this course allows you time
to map your path, build your confidence and experience some results.
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for a brochure

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Life Purpose Course
- This course offers you a glimpse
of your path this lifetime. It seeks to clarify your purpose
and to assist you to
- become aware of the obstacles
you face
- acknowledge your innate strengths
which can serve you in the pursuit of your purpose
- recognise the rewards you can
expect when following your life path
- be more patient with those you
love, as they pursue different paths to you
- understand that mastering you
lesson can take a whole lifetime, and that you can enjoy the
journey as much as the outcome
The Life Purpose course is based
on astrology, but requires no knowledge of astrology. At
the beginning of the course you will be given a chart which details
each life purpose according to date of birth from 1900 to 2011.
Throughout te course you'll be able to examine your own purpose
and the paths of those you love.
Understanding the different approaches
to life can help to increase your tolerance and understanding
of others. You can also better relate to the issues
they face in the pursuit of their paths.
Based on Paul's forthcoming book
12 Paths to Fulfilment this course offers
insight into your initial understanding of life and the eventual
life viewpoint you are likely to embrace. It also offers
tips on making the most of the ten year transition period
from one set of beliefs to another. It will be a dynamic
and fun filled course offering a 'hands-on' approach to learning.
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for a brochure
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