WYSE Elders aims to help people connect with their inspiration and vision and integrate this with the wisdom of being older. WYSE Elders gatherings are for men and women at transitional points in their lives, who wish to share ideas in the company of like minded people who may want to support each other to make a contribution to our world and to give something back.

The next elders programme is entitled 'Working with Wisdom and Transition and will be held from the 8th to the 15th September 2010 at Eremo di Ronzano near Bologna, Italy.

The Elders Programme  is for men and women who would like to use their life experience, wisdom and knowledge to make a positive contribution to our world. We are aware that each of us has made a unique contribution of service to our families and communities and yet many still feel there is a next step to take. We recognise there is a need to use our gifts and skills with goodwill and this gathering offers a celebration of awareness of our creativity and wisdom.

This workshop is for people in transition who wish to increase their zest for life, to meet people who are like-minded, who want to explore inner and outer realities, or those who are looking for a change in direction and want to be of service to humanity in their later years. It is an opportunity to share with others our passion and fun.

Our intention is to create a learning community, creating a time of inspiration, participation and mutual support with kindred spirits. We address body, mind, emotions, and spirit through experiential workshops, drawn from a combination of psychosynthesis, creative arts and spiritual practices. The activities create an opportunity for inner exploration while nurturing and replenishing the sources of the soul through yoga, movement, dance, poetry, discussions meditation and singing. It is an opportunity to share with others our passion and fun.

How do we transform the life experience we have had so far into a renewed sense of purpose?

Can we choose to step forward to deepen our ability to give and receive?

For more information please contact Mariella Lancia at WYSE Italia by phoning 0039 051928368 or by e-mailing This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

You can get an impression of the atmosphere of the elders programme (some pictures and participant feedback) by clicking here.

Trainers

	Brian Graham is a Psychosynthesis counsellor, therapist, clinical supervisor and trainer. He teaches at the Psychosynthesis & Education Trust in London and works both in private pracrice and for the Counselling Service at Canterbury University. For 40 years he has lived a life of conscious spiritual search and practice. He is particularly passionate about the spiritual/transpersonal journey and finding purpose and meaning through our relationship with all forms of life
	Hazel Carey works nationally and internationally as a creative arts facilitator and personal growth trainer. She has a wealth of experience which she enjoys sharing with people of all ages, colours and creeds. She enjoys weaving together her physical theatre and psychology backgrounds to facilitate the integration of mind, body and spirit, enabling us to open to our potential.
	Mariella Lancia has trained as a teacher, Psychosynthesis Counsellor and Yoga teacher. She is the President of WYSE ITALIA, the Italian branch of WYSE International and has written books on Education and Psychosynthesis. She aims to demonstrate that the "wisdom" of the elders can be combined with fun, enjoyment, sense of adventure and a pinch of craziness. See Mariella's article on Creative Ageing.