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Regarding Two-on-two couples coaching:“On our 5th marriage anniversary, we decided that we wanted to do something different but meaningful to our relationship. Also having two young children (age 9 month and 3 years) made it difficult for us to go out. We then had the idea of contacting Marlene and Bob who agreed to offer us a session here in our home in the evening while the children were sleeping in order to celebrate and solidify our relationship for the up coming year(s). Through mainly playing, fun and curiosity Marlene and Bob guided us to feel that connection that we always had in our relationship. It will remain a memorable moment that we will always refer to while we go through the positive and challenges of this life together. It did not take too long for us to feel secure and comfortable with Marlene and Bob as their authenticity, their knowledge and humor inspired us and stimulated us to share in order to solidify our connection but also to keep the wonder and the play always alive in our relationship. Thank you again for this gift that we always cherish and come back to.” anonymous "Bob and Marlene’s couple to couple coaching is very effective. They are open, understanding, non-judgemental and compassionate. They have excellent listening skills and helped us through a very difficult point in our 28 year marriage. Our relationship is very strong now, in fact better than ever. We are most grateful to Bob and Marlene for giving us a safe environment to express our feelings, sort our emotions, and learn the tools to help us save our marriage. With heartfelt thanks," M & K Regarding body-centered coaching: “Bob and Marlene, your work has a deep impact” T St Pierre
"The Bob-Marlene consciousness is a space, a state of consciousness, in which I can fall apart, experience Nothingness, and ersurrect again." Kaariina Natalie Saarinen, M.Ed.Coun.
"I have been working with Marlene specifically on an issue related to unfulfilled agreements in my life. What I love about the work is it's not just talk. It involves the wholeness of me - my emotions, thoughts, sensations - as they live in my body. Most importantly, it relies on the wisdom already present in me. It's not just about what I think, nor is it about what she thinks - we turn to the body; mine and the mirror of her own body sensations, to find the truth.b There is reflection, sensation and also action in this process. I came out with a very clear plan on how to set up an agreement and how to renegotiate if it falls through. It incorporates a "big picture" (my commitment with the universe) and the focus (setting up an agreement with a friend). Marlene has a remarkable presence and trust in this process. She is both confident and open to learning. And she is very willing to play!!!" -A.P., M.Sc. Dance, Fitness and Yoga Instructor "I have been diligently engaged with my own healing for many years. Talk therapy assisted me to a certain extent, but I found it lacking and often experienced bouts of depression and a general feeling of unwellness. I began working with Bob and Marlene a few months ago. The work we do together is often fun and playful, my spirit looks forward to our appointments. I appreciate that the focus is on the effects that trauma has had on my life and body and not the details of the story. I feel much more hopeful and positive, and am more present for myself, others and life and able "to connect the dots" quicker and avoid falling fully into the same dark holes. I have a greater understanding of the different aspects of my self as well as an appreciation of why I developed "sabotaging" tendencies. I feel that the changes - there have been many in the past few months - in my psyche and spirit are integrating – I feel solid and grounded and am much more spacious with myself. I always feel loved, accepted and supported by Marlene and Bob – they meet me where I'm at and encourage and nudge gently and lovingly. I am grateful for the opportunity to be authentic and stand in my own truth and fire. Marlene and Bob are definitely a blessing in my life and offer much to my path of healing." -I.H. "When I went to Marlene with overwhelming anxiety and self-criticism, she helped me see it's cause and gave me strategies to face it. I feel now that if I'm faced with the same feelings, I will understand them and be able to come to a place where I can appreciate myself and get back to enjoying life!" Kate, Ottawa |
Regarding us as facilitators:"Marlene and Bob: I was brought to stillness this evening and in touch with myself and my feelings. A very renewing experience. Thank-you so much!" Liz Tyrwhitt, participant Open (Body) Space class "I recently attended a workshop delivered by Bob and Marlene where I learned some very powerful and helpful tools in an exceptionally supportive atmosphere. Some of these tools have been fundamental to my moving through several longstanding roadblocks. They are simple enough that, when in the grip of what I call a "personal tidal wave", I have been able to remember them and use them effectively. Marlene and Bob radiate a generosity of spirit and warmth and the workshop experience itself created bonding between participants, invited growth and was a lot of fun." Hilary Samuel, Consultant, Ottawa. "Your love and sense of play permeates the workshop. Fine combination of using your head to understand problems and using your body to move on, not really to solve them, rather to make them dissipate." Brooke Broadbent, Personal Coach "You really walk your talk!" Philip Johncock "Simple concepts that I can embody. I like the comination of different modalities built into a huge scene of celebration, love and ecstasy." Julie C. "I apprecate both of you for taking yourselves with you into your presentation!" Anon. "You beam genuine joy and delight. It is safe and free being in your workshop." Carol Garceau "Marlene & Bob, I really appreciated the way that you held space for lots of "big" stuff to happen - and did so in a way that opened up the shared learning between everyone." J.W.
"We went to the Conscious Communication playshop because Bob and Marlene promised we would learn and have fun. We did! We're still learning and having fun. Working with Bob and Marlene has opened us up to a whole new way of relating to each other and to our son." -Daniel Buckles and Debra Huron "Bob and Marlene weave their mutual commitment to living in conscious relationship through everything they do. By sharing their love of movement, play and curiousity, they create a welcoming and exciting place for us all to realize our potential." -Helen Daniels Coach/Consultant "I loved your ability to put yourself out there in all the rawness, great interventions." -Paul Lafleur, RMT "I liked the role plays, the enthusiasm of the presenters, the content of the material." -Sylvia Smith "Bob and Marlene lead by modeling the values they talk about: Their facilitation style is open to learning, encourages curiousity and promotes fun. They listen extremely well and allow participants to feel genuinely appreciated. The Playshops that I attended were energizing and full of insight. In a short time I got to know myself better and left with practical tools that I could use on an on-going basis." -Michael Deloughery, Manager of Business Development and Marketing |
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About Sensory Awakening Experiences: "The sensory awakening ritual brought back to me great memories of the wonders of childhood discoveries. Reawakening my senses, not only confirmed all that I already know but it provided me with new information about who I am in a very fun and friendly way! Doing this as a group is an opportunity to share, and get close with friends and family in a unique and safe process. I recommend it to all that love to laugh, giggle and simply get a new sense of themselves. We are a mystery to ourselves!" -Elyse-Cathrine Bisson, Massotherapist |
About Dances of Universal Peace: "Hi Marlene and Bob, I want to thank you for leading the lovely dance last night. The dances and chanting had a beautiful uplifting effect on me. I appreciated your gentle clear guidance, and felt the energy of the other participants was also very positive. Afterwards, I felt so buoyed and creative; after experiencing the long winter and alot of loneliness, the evening was a tonic for me. I'm still feeling the good effects! Again, a big thank you!" Jennifer Bernius
"My 11-year old daughter Karina and I have been dancing with Marlene and Bob for the past 4 years. As much as possible we make sure we can get to the monthly get-togethers; we just don't want to miss a chance to be in their loving presence. We have enjoyed not only the regular Dances of Universal Peace but also a fun version especially designed for kids. We always leave uplifted, energized and very inspired after nurturing Body, Mind and Spirit. More often than not we continue singing the songs in the car on the way home. Both Karina and I are looking forward to whenever we can meet with Marlene and Bob again." -Rica Gerhardt, Kinesiologist "I experienced profound love and joy for which I feel truly blessed." A first-time dancer |
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About the Re-Parenting Yourself process
"T felt relaxed and safe during all of the process and especially in the tub. After the tub I felt a sensation that was like I was made up of tiny round things, like I could feel my cells with space in between. The morning after my session with Bob and Marlene I awoke feeling safe, clear and alert after years of waking up feeling fear. Thank you so much." Michael Deloughery
"I expand gently into the innocence and beauty of the human Being." Celeste Vermette, after participating in her partner Michael's re-parenting yourself session.
"Bob and Marlene, I found the re-parenting workshop with you amazing. I have always wanted to do the tub work and finally had the chance to do so in a non-toxic tub and with you two incredibly loving people. My body seems to like having both the male and female energy present. I found both of your early childhood educator experiences to be so valuable in creating a rich experience for me. I liked how you created a container of love and intimacy to resolve what's next; long-standing issues. I highly recommend the experience!!!" -Kim Kirchhoff, Body-Mind Vibrance Coach About Multiple tub sessions: "Each session seems to shed a layer of the trauma or pattern much like the peeling away of an onion". Kim Kirchhoff "With each subsequent tub session I was able to relax more and open up into myself. Having the previous experiences created for me a "knowingness" of trust and acceptance that was integral to facilitating a successful tub session." Phyllis Danu |
About Telephone Coaching "Marlene and Bob, I so appreciate your gentle and seamless telephone coaching with me and Björn! Your strong intuition and the easeful flow between you co-created a fun and learning-filled experience for us." - Sondra Rose, body-centered life and relationship coach
"Marlene, I highly appreciate you as a personal telephone coach, for your ability to collaborate with me to reach my fullest potential and experience my magnificence. You hold the space for me to feel comfortable going deep and uncovering unconscious patterns that hold me back. And, you are a Genius at empathic listening." - Philip Duane Johncock |
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