TOWARDS WHOLENESS
Towards Wholeness - Working with the Five Elements to Bring Balance to Life
For millennia, human beings have sought to make sense of the world in which we live, from the exploration of the stars and galaxies in astronomy to the occult and esoteric practices such as divination, and the experiments and studies that date back to early 16th-century science.
Every framework offers a map and a particular way of understanding oneself, reality, and the relationship between them. No single system, however, has the absolute answer. All share a common thread — that there are underlying principles that explain and shed light on patterns of movement and change.
But, there is a tendency for human beings to develop reality constructs along the lines of social and family conditioning that limit experience, becoming entrenched habits of thinking and responding that lead to isolation and separation. Rules become dogma to the exclusion of other ways of understanding and knowing.
The Five Elements of Nature — Earth, Water, Air, Fire, and Space—exist as the basis of matter. They are also archetypal, revealing recognizable patterns of energy and movement in ourselves and others. We can thus look to Nature and draw upon its macrocosmic reflection for insight into our inner and outer lives.
By drawing upon our knowledge of natural science, coupled with figurative language, we can develop an understanding of the symbolism of each element. In turn, we can develop a new language, one that defines the underlying principles and energy patterns they represent as balancing forces for learning, growth, and change.
Step by step, we can cultivate a practice that opens the doorways to peace, harmony, fulfillment, and joy.
Program Details
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Self-Paced3 Months Unlimited Access to the course7 Modules$75 One time fee6 Mini Interactive Video LecturesEasy to download Course Material7 Guided Audio MeditationsApproximate learning time: 60-90 minutes per module
What you’ll learn
Gain practical knowledge and experience, including:
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Essential concepts explained in a clear and engaging way
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Real-world applications to deepen understanding
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Interactive exercises to reinforce learning
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Access to exclusive resources and tools
If you’re not sure if the course is right for you just yet, take the introduction at no cost to you. You’re welcome to sign up later.
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Introduction
In this introductory module, we introduce you to the structure of working with the five elements, why they are so meaningful, and how they can be seen as a framework for personal and spiritual growth.
There are six dimensions to the framework, which are explored throughout each of the modules of each element.
In this introductory module, we introduce you to the structure of working with the five elements, why they are so meaningful, and how they can be seen as a framework for personal and spiritual growth.
There are six dimensions to the framework, which are explored throughout each of the modules of each element.
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A Brief Overview & Orientation of the Five Elements
The elements in this framework are the five elements of Nature, namely: Earth, Water, Air, Fire, and Space.
We start from the ground up, with Earth, which, from the perspective of how life unfolds, is the last stage to manifest when creating physical reality. You could think of this as the process of unfolding.
The elements in this framework are the five elements of Nature, namely: Earth, Water, Air, Fire, and Space.
We start from the ground up, with Earth, which, from the perspective of how life unfolds, is the last stage to manifest when creating physical reality. You could think of this as the process of unfolding.
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You and Your Elements
Every individual is a blend of all four elements, but, one element is dominant.
Our task is to learn to bring all the elements into balance within ourselves, in a sense, becoming somewhat ambidextrous with each one.
In this self-assessment, you have an opportunity to discover your temperament and composition of the elements. There is an optional added exploration, taking you further into understanding your unique relationship and blend of the elements.
Every individual is a blend of all four elements, but, one element is dominant.
Our task is to learn to bring all the elements into balance within ourselves, in a sense, becoming somewhat ambidextrous with each one.
In this self-assessment, you have an opportunity to discover your temperament and composition of the elements. There is an optional added exploration, taking you further into understanding your unique relationship and blend of the elements.
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Practice - Five Questions
As you become more familiar with each of the elements, there are five basic questions you can ask yourself, with the intention of bringing you in closer relationship with them and a deeper understanding within yourself. With each question, listen inwardly and feel into the dialogue that opens within you.
There is no right or wrong answer here. The questions are a journey, an open inquiry that stimulates your curiosity, and brings you back to your own inner authority and wisdom.
As you become more familiar with each of the elements, there are five basic questions you can ask yourself, with the intention of bringing you in closer relationship with them and a deeper understanding within yourself. With each question, listen inwardly and feel into the dialogue that opens within you.
There is no right or wrong answer here. The questions are a journey, an open inquiry that stimulates your curiosity, and brings you back to your own inner authority and wisdom.
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Practice - Welcoming the Elements
The practice of welcoming the elements, a meditation, initiates a connection with and collaboration from the five elements: earth, water, air, fire, and space. It illuminates the heart and mind with their wisdom, fostering greater harmony and balance. The technique harnesses the power of imagination by focusing inward, awakening inner senses like vision and feeling.
The practice of welcoming the elements, a meditation, initiates a connection with and collaboration from the five elements: earth, water, air, fire, and space. It illuminates the heart and mind with their wisdom, fostering greater harmony and balance. The technique harnesses the power of imagination by focusing inward, awakening inner senses like vision and feeling.
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Earth
In this class, we’ll be working the element of Earth.
We’ll explore this element from the perspective of five principles: 1) Solidity & Stability, 2) Groundedness, 3) Embodiment, 4) Action, and 5) Vitality
In this class, we’ll be working the element of Earth.
We’ll explore this element from the perspective of five principles: 1) Solidity & Stability, 2) Groundedness, 3) Embodiment, 4) Action, and 5) Vitality
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Practice Grounding Meditation
This practice is intended to put us in touch with the qualities of stability and groundedness of the earth element, facilitated by direct contact with the ground and feeling the sensations of these qualities through the body.
When we're in contact with the ground, we are reminded of the connection and relationship of both our material or physical and non-material or spiritual self.
This practice is intended to put us in touch with the qualities of stability and groundedness of the earth element, facilitated by direct contact with the ground and feeling the sensations of these qualities through the body.
When we're in contact with the ground, we are reminded of the connection and relationship of both our material or physical and non-material or spiritual self.
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Water
In this class, we’ll be working the element of Water.
We’ll explore this element from the perspective of five principles:
1) Flow, 2) Adaptability, 3) Overcoming Obstacles, 4) Persistence, and 5) Renewal.
In this class, we’ll be working the element of Water.
We’ll explore this element from the perspective of five principles:
1) Flow, 2) Adaptability, 3) Overcoming Obstacles, 4) Persistence, and 5) Renewal.
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Air
In this class, we’ll be working with the element of Air.
We’ll explore this element from the perspective of four principles: 1) Perspective, 2) Clarity, 3) Experimentation, and 4) Humor
In this class, we’ll be working with the element of Air.
We’ll explore this element from the perspective of four principles: 1) Perspective, 2) Clarity, 3) Experimentation, and 4) Humor
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Practice With the Breath
Breath is an essential component of quieting the mind. One of the most fundamental practices for cultivating a quiet mind is learning to regulate the breath through sustained concentration and focus.
Breath is an essential component of quieting the mind. One of the most fundamental practices for cultivating a quiet mind is learning to regulate the breath through sustained concentration and focus.
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Practice Seeing the Mind as a Calm, Clear Lake
In its natural state, the mind is a clear, neutral, state of consciousness, radiating a natural illumination.
In this practice, we cultivate a state of focus that disengages with the habits of thinking, giving way to a platform in which we can rest our attention in calm equipoise and equanimity.
In its natural state, the mind is a clear, neutral, state of consciousness, radiating a natural illumination.
In this practice, we cultivate a state of focus that disengages with the habits of thinking, giving way to a platform in which we can rest our attention in calm equipoise and equanimity.
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Fire
In this lesson, we’ll be working the element of Fire.
We’ll be working with this element from the perspective of four principles: 1) Enthusiasm, 2) Creativity, 3) Catalyst, and 4) Alchemical
In this lesson, we’ll be working the element of Fire.
We’ll be working with this element from the perspective of four principles: 1) Enthusiasm, 2) Creativity, 3) Catalyst, and 4) Alchemical
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Practice Inner Guidance
Inner Guidance - The Soul's Perspective
Everyone has an inner teacher. Whether you think of this as your soul or higher self, or your inner compass, there is a wisdom that is available to us beyond the personality and ego.
The goal of this practice is to awaken in you the connection you have with your inner teacher
Inner Guidance - The Soul's Perspective
Everyone has an inner teacher. Whether you think of this as your soul or higher self, or your inner compass, there is a wisdom that is available to us beyond the personality and ego.
The goal of this practice is to awaken in you the connection you have with your inner teacher
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Space
In this lesson, we’ll be exploring the last of the five elements, namely Space.
There are three dimensions from which we’ll examine this element: 1) Balance, 2) Integration, and 3) Primordial Self
In this lesson, we’ll be exploring the last of the five elements, namely Space.
There are three dimensions from which we’ll examine this element: 1) Balance, 2) Integration, and 3) Primordial Self
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Practice Witnessing the Primoridal Self
Foundations of Witness Conscisouness
The practice of observing or witnessing yourself, sets the stage for re-discovering the primordial Self while also cultivating a basic mental orientation of an emotionally neutral state of consciousness.
Foundations of Witness Conscisouness
The practice of observing or witnessing yourself, sets the stage for re-discovering the primordial Self while also cultivating a basic mental orientation of an emotionally neutral state of consciousness.
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Conclusion and brief summary of all the five elements
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Final Self Assessment Exercise
Apply everything you’ve learned throughout the course to this final self assessment.
Goal: To illuminate your current state of balance, identify areas of stagnation or imbalance, and determine the next best step for inner alignment.
Apply everything you’ve learned throughout the course to this final self assessment.
Goal: To illuminate your current state of balance, identify areas of stagnation or imbalance, and determine the next best step for inner alignment.
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Course completion and survey
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
NICOLE GOOTT
Author, Thought Partner, Coach
As multidimensional beings, the true source of joy & contentment, peace & fulfillment, resides within oneself. Nicole Goott is a passionate and dedicated teacher motivated to guide others in their journey of self-discovery and to the doorway of the heart, the source of joy and beauty.
A fusion and synthesis of more than two decades of study in various approaches to mind, body, and spiritual practice, coupled with a compassionate, sensitive, and good-humored approach, Nicci gently guides students and clients in the deeply personal process of self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Course FAQ
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Build a self-insight practice for cultivating balance and ease
Build more compassion for yourself and others
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This course is designed for individuals who want to:
Deepen personal growth
Stimulate the process of inner insight
Gain a deeper understanding of energy patterns their life
Gain tools for building or adding to an existing self-care or spiritual practice
This course is also suited to teachers, educators, coaches, and those in the helping professions, looking for tools to support the work they do with their students and clients
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The length of the course is approximately 7 hours, but as it is self-paced, you can spend less or more time as needed.
We recommend that you pace yourself as each module includes one or more guided meditation practices as well as reflection questions.
Consider giving yourself the opportunity to practice with a break in between each module and lesson. This will help support the learning and integration process.
For example, consider a 90 minute time slot in your weekly schedule for each module.
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