James Elphick. Path to Wholeness., Kosti (2025)

09/10/2024

Today there was a mixture of sadness of endings and celebration of new beginnings as a healing immersion guest takes her own own inner guests by the hand confidently and shines even more brightly in the world!

From the beginning we would both keep seeing dragonflies, that represent transformation, so we knew it was an energetically aligned fit.
I was happy to receive this feedback from her.

“I just trusted your energy, your being, I trusted it intuitively and am so glad I did, because being introduced to those guests inside was what I needed so much. I needed Me to see all of Me, and I needed to be witnessed in this.
I felt you energetically hold my hand, and yet I feel so grateful to now be more aware of my inner landscape and to be continuing my walk. and holding hands to all parts of me that need that extra support.
I now feel a quality of gentleness at the ending of the three month journey, with the flavour of celebration.”

On the last few days of our journey she gave her own retreat for a guest, something she hasn’t done for a long time and she gave this feedback.

“The retreat is really going well… so much heart opening….I still feel your guidance and loving presence of these 3 healing months of parts/ guests coming home to me.
When I step in the sessions with my guest it's as if i can integrate all the gems gathered on this dragonfly journey whilst being fully with her in whatever is arising for her….feeling the inter connectedness and the magic
This is the biggest gem that I have found.
From this journey with you I was able to mirror that with her.
A grateful heart here.”

I am opening up a few aligned spaces again. If you would like to know more feel free to message me or see here for more details.

www.jameselphick.com

Photo of one of the many dragonflies spotted on her journey. This one came in like a huge helicopter signifying her new boldness and courage!

15/07/2024

Healing Water.

I am excited to tell you that there will be a group healing water session with Elizabeth from the Flying Pool Project on the September Retreat in Corfu.
I have felt soooo good after going to these sessions that I just had to include one in the next retreat!

In our warm water pool dancing session we will journey into embryonic states. The warm and calm waters, a womb like environment are conducive to deep relaxation. We will explore movement that arises naturally and authentically. The intention is to move from a state of doing towards resting in the joy of beingness.

If you are wanting to join a small intimate healing retreat with based in the beautiful nature of Corfu then please see here for full details.
https://www.wetravel.com/trips/transformational-retreat-september-2024-james-elphick-32412160

01/07/2024

Letting love in. Letting love out on retreat.

There is a lot of love to feel on the retreats I guide.
At first there is a often a need to ground, gifted from the earth, and the olive trees.
Then the deep surrender to the sea, that brings trust and flow.

They arrive home in this simple way.
I have found that they find some grief, for all that has been left ignored during their busy life.
But soon feel gratitude that they are giving that time now.

Start to find that love again. Like a gazing loving, consistent parent that has curiosity and compassion for all that's there.

The activities designed to aid with that process. The body is loosened, stretched and grounded so there can be an embodied sense of love.
The journeys within sacred spaces open and reveal hidden parts of the Self and they are gifted with a new treasure.

There is silent time to go deep.
There is holiday time to share joy.
All the most delicious ingredients.

With a maximum of six guests there is space for each person to be fully seen.
This is when they start to let love in.

Away from all their responsibilities and roles their true essence becomes tangible.
At feels vulnerable as first, but as the heart trusts it feels amazing.

As they start to let love in, there is the overflow of letting love out.
The heart moves and resonates with other guests.
This Agape love that feels unconditional and wise.

No words need to be said.
Just giving and receiving like the trees in the Olive Groves.

If you feel you have had too much busyness and stress to feel these qualities, there is an invitation to pause and feel the warmth of these retreats and allow yourself to open again.

Limited spaces left for Corfu https://www.wetravel.com/trips/space-to-grow-retreat-september-2024-james-elphick-32412160

and a fun and healing retreat in Morocco.
https://www.wetravel.com/trips/medina-magic-a-moroccan-wellness-holiday-james-elphick-08353509

04/06/2024

Some lovely testimonials coming through from last weeks retreat guests.
It was amazing to witness the shifts that happen with a combination of a beautiful island and deep and nurturing practices.
I loved being with these guests and am grateful for their feedback.
I have just four spaces left for the September retreat for those that may be looking for similar transformations.

Here are some reflections from one beautiful guest.

Returning Myself back to Heart, Path & Purpose

Over the years I’ve felt totally overwhelmed by responsibilities and judged myself for my absence in other people’s lives. I've felt like I don’t belong and struggled with my ability to give any more of myself and as much as I’d hoped things would improve, that’s just not what happens in life without the nurturing the spirit needs. Then with the extra grief of losing people close to me this built further trauma in the body. I started to feel myself dying inside. I was incredibly sad.

Through absolute burn out from life experiences, I’d forgotten how to be fully present and to feel joy, often living my life completely disconnected from my body, even though I had love all around me, something was missing. I was losing my faith, somewhere I never thought I’d be. Sometimes logic and intellectualising where you are and how you feel just isn’t enough.

It was obvious I needed help to be able to project the best of myself to my own children for them to be able to mirror that within themselves and their own family. I just didn’t know where to start and I’ve been avoidant in general, just throwing myself into work and resigning myself to the fact that this is my life.

Recently, a dear friend booked us both into A Space to Grow, Retreat in Greece. I never envisaged being able to let go of my responsibilities and just say f**k it I’m doing this, but I let go and went with it.

It was confronting and at times very difficult facing my vulnerabilities in a setting with others. But this was something my soul was crying out for as I’d nearly completely cut myself off from life, and been living as a hermit, hiding away.

With the support of the facilitators James & Margarita and other heart centred participants I was able to feel safe enough to reveal my vulnerabilities and focus on grief/trauma release.

James who directs the activities of the retreat was different to the males I’d had in my life previously. Disciplined yet incredibly humble and nurturing with a lovely sense of humour and a lingering giggle. He is so warm and open. Our group had very relaxed conversations, sharing our feelings and thoughts throughout the entire experience. James always asked the right questions, listened intently and took interest in each participant. The activities run by James helped to encourage us out of our comfort zones and spotlighted our vulnerabilities.
His responses made you feel comforted, safe and accepted.

Margarita, the other facilitator, bought divine female energy which complemented James’ masculine energy perfectly. Not only did Margarita prepare our delicious breakfast every morning and accompany us on activities but she provided powerful lessons in Somatic Healing …she was amazing at the delivery with so much knowledge and experience driving her passion. She is warm, empowering and loving. I loved this all so much.

I have work ahead of me but I’ve received tools to take home with me, not only for myself but to pass onto my children, grandchildren, family, friends and clients of my business. That gives me so much hope, and I know in my heart, I now have what I need.

As I head home I look forward to rediscovering my potential for joy and maybe even attracting a partner into my life whose values align.

I will forever be grateful for this experience and feel truly blessed.

We are all navigating life the best we can whilst sometimes hiding a lot of pain.

If you resonate with me, I highly recommend you reach out to James’ at ‘Space to Grow’ and get back on your path to recover your joy.

www.spacetogrowretreats.com

01/05/2024

I love guiding people through their blocks which are just parts just looking for love.
Wherever it's through online guidance or in person retreats these are for people you want to create real change.
It's deep work and yet it's simple.
It's challenging and yet it's safe.

I am grateful for all the feedback below. If you want similar transformations please get in touch and we can talk about my current offers.

"This has been life changing for me. Thank you James for your sensitivity, and innate intuition in recognising the early stage of my journey. With your gentle guidance I was able to communicate my shifts of energy and feel the benefits this retreat provided” Sarah. Retreat guest

"This was powerful. Uplifting. Inspiring. A real chance to confront the fears and blockages that are preventing me from being fully visible in all my roles. Thank you James for providing a safe and cocooned environment for us all to come together and share, learn, explore and connect. I am glad I signed up” Patsy. Group Coaching client

"Amazing! This was the first retreat I had been on, so wasn’t sure what to expect. I just knew when I saw the opportunity that I had to go. I wasn’t disappointed! From the moment we arrived at the Villa we had the warmest of welcomes and James and Margit were an amazing combination.
James soothing with his meditations and gentle nature. Margit the perfect host for the most amazing breakfast and somatic therapy.
I arrived tense, a little stressed with a mind brimming with all sorts from the everyday stress of life. I left feeling revitalised, uplifted and feeling a whole lot lighter, metaphorically speaking. Arillas makes the perfect setting with Nature all around. I can’t wait to return. Thank you” Sarah Retreat Guest

"James really embodies each of his words and allows you to experience them with joy, serenity and depth. I felt welcomed, grounded, safe, free and very happy with him and the group and also deeply supported by the Corfu beautiful nature.
Here you can enjoy the birds singing in the early morning, smell the beautiful fig trees scent, connect with the peace of olive groves while being led by the soothing voice of James.
You feel your body through yoga and Greek dance, dive into the turquoise waters, eat delicious Mediterranean food, sing in the car, discover historical sites and chapels , get connected to your inner being, share what you wish to share, be silent when you need, visualize the life you want, let time go, make new friends, give yourself love.
This retreat is a real gift for your soul and your heart... I intuitively felt the call for this experience and I am very grateful for everything I received during this special magical week. Thank you James for beeing who you are and for all that you shared with us” Christel Retreat Guest

"I would like to take this moment to say a big heart thank you .You are a gift to our times. Your fire Passion for adventure and curiosity your healed inner child shines through your personality. Your water felt sensitive so calm and blissful. I could feel the depth of your internal ocean. Your air was dreamy and gentle. Your earth felt safe and grounded. Thank you for all your beautiful elements holding us guiding us igniting and directing us to our light of abundance" Beverly. Coaching Client.

"I honestly felt like I was in heaven, the whole time! I felt my inner child come to life and be expressed outwardly in joyfulness. I felt like the group was a loving container, allowing me to be my true self. James really facilitated that experience with gentleness, care, and a sense of fun! Thank you James!" Willow, retreat guest.
"What an amazing place to do this kind of inner work. Much thanks to James and Margit for holding and creating this space and opportunity. Their gentle caring way gave us all a moment to reflect and shine. To release and learn deep inner truths about ourselves." Janet, retreat guest.

"Through James's breathing and meditation techniques I learnt to be calm again, which was magical. Through Margits Somatic Healing we listened to our bodies and healed our nervous systems (to be followed up on for sure) Margit and James are a "natural' at what they do here. Calm, kind, funny and just lovely. I had a beautiful week with them. We visited a couple of other places and walked amongst the many Olive Tree Forests that cover the Island. It was beautiful. Many, many thanks to you both. Sending love.” Jacqui, retreat guest.

"James your guidance, encouragement and valuable feedback enabled me to reconnect and rediscover both hidden and banished parts. So much of what my "shadow" obscured is now in the spotlight. Thank you for the group, and thank you to James. I feel expanded and empowered with a new sense of purpose and vision". Rebecca Group coaching client.

"For me personally its meant connecting more deeply to younger parts of myself needing acknowledgement and safety to cope with visibility so as my soul gifts can reach those I’d like to connect to, to work with me. James shows you how to do this through manageable, workable steps, which you can revisit after the course offering a framework to launch from.” Nalisha Group coaching client.

"James was incredibly professional yet accessible. His warmth and presence allowed a safety that was immediate. I recommend a 6 day retreat as the layers continued to peel until I met my essence. This was the most transformative spiritual experience I have ever had and I will continue to treasure it forever.” Claudine. Retreat Guest.

"James, your guidance is so helpful and beautiful. Your voice is so soothing. Thank you for the reminder of rooted connection with self, community and all living beings. I really needed that. It helped me at a time of turbulent emotions.” Monica. Retreat Guest.

"There is something very comforting to feel a man’s gentle presence in communion with nature. James leads with a sense of connection derived not from a need to teach or prove something but from having walked his path and found his calling.” Sophia. Workshop Guest.

If you are wanting to know more feel free to get in touch.
I have a few spaces on retreats and on line transformational sessions.
www.spacetogrowretreats.com

19/04/2024

ODYSSEUS' JOURNEY TO CORFU.

The epic tale of Odysseus returning home most probably included a much needed stop at Corfu, known as Schería in Homer's ancient text.

Odysseus so near to his home of Ithaca was swept to shore on the nearby island after an angry Poseidon cast a cruel storm.
It could have been yet another perilous unfolding full of danger, but this was the land of the Phaeacians, a warm and generous tribe of people and fate was kind to him during his stay there.

As Odysseus lay exhausted on the shore, a local princess by the name of Nausicaa came across him. Moved by his plight, she took pity on him and led him to the palace of her father, the king of Phaeacians. The King, recognizing Odysseus as a hero, bestowed upon him gifts of hospitality and gave him the means to return home to Ithaca and face his challenges.

During his stay in the land of the Phaeacians, Odysseus was able to rest and recover from the ordeals of his journey. He was able to enjoy the local food and culture, and the people of Phaeacians showed him warmth and generosity. The island of Corfu, with its crystal-clear waters, green interior and slow pace of life gave him back his vitality much needed for his onward journey!

We will visit a site that is connected to this epic tale on one of our days. For those that want to experience this warm and welcoming island that nurtures and rejuvenates there is one space left for the May retreat and four left for September. Book your deposit today to secure your Space to Grow. www.spacetogrowretreats.com

10/04/2024

Loving my family whilst staying faithful to myself.

A really important part of my life is learning how to best love my family. This post is relating to my mum and step dad rather than my son's of which there is a different dynamic.

It is said that on our death beds one urgent question that arises is "Did I love well?"
I am finding that the most effective way to love well is to hold my inner family and lead from the adult self.
I have found staying here in between Morocco and Corfu the perfect training ground for parts work.
As I find the capacity to lean in, I know that a lot of my parts will react.

This time I have realised that my inner teenager is the most triggered when staying there.
It a restless energy and gets frustrated easily. There is a tight energy. I know that this energy was needed way back then to break away and to become a man.
I check in with my inner child and he is comforted here. The food, the TV and laughter.
I see how both are at logger heads with each other and how the inner teenager is dominant.
My long walks in nature are the best way to carry these parts into peace.

When I return the adult self is there. I feel the gratitude for them putting me up. I want to give back. So I help in the garden, I bring awareness and love into the equation rather than the collapsing *inner child, or reacting *inner teenager.

I bring my honesty, clarity and authenticity even if that differs from their world view.
I accept their way in the world, rather than trying to change or fix them. I see where they can't see or hear the whole me, but I can, and that's the main thing.

I know many aren't able to even be in the same room with their family, through irrevocable breakdowns, death or abuse situations.
From this place their is always this inner family, waiting to be loved and reparented.

But if there is a chance to spend a period of time with your parents, a few days leaning in with more awareness, finding the capacity that all your inner work has given you then there can be a real chance for personal growth!

Tomorrow I say goodbye as I staff on a men's weekend and then journey to Corfu for the season. I feel my inner child has some nerves, my teenager ready to fly and my true self bringing all the warmth and love to this strange and beautiful adventure that is life.

Some photos of the beautiful walks I had and my Mum in the garden.

02/04/2024

What heals?
To deep dive into the Self. Inhale.
To move into the world, with love and enjoyment. Exhale.

Going into Morocco and feeling the buzz of a magical town by the sea, I felt how both could compliment each other beautifully.

The deeply nurturing activities such as the steam rooms and massages in a Hammam or a chilled day by the pool. The meditations and the yoga.

The invigorating activities such as being in the busy Souks shopping for exotic ingredients for a Moroccan cooking lesson or surfing the waves to the beach. The roof top restaurants and the magical medina.

The beauty is that this wellness holiday will all be arranged for you. Hours upon hours of planning won't be needed. I have designed an adventure for the senses and soul that you will feel led on from the moment you arrive and yet with the free time to dive even deeper to the adventure that is your life.

If this adventure that heals is calling in you please get in touch. I would love to see you in Morocco this November!

For full details and booking. https://www.wetravel.com/trips/medina-magic-a-moroccan-wellness-holiday-james-elphick-essaouira-08353509

04/03/2024

Space to Heal.
Space to Growers I am wanting to help people find a better relationship to their health.
For those that are wanting not another expert but someone who can hold space so they can create a healing connection to any existing health conditions, illness, pains and tensions.

I am a trained mindfulness for health guide and parts work coach and want to find those that have tried many ways to heal themselves but haven't made a true connection to what is really wanting to be felt and loved.

I am on my own health journey of which I shared on facebook here.
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1161634031371600&set=a.141859616682385

I am looking to create online weekend retreats where the whole weekend is dedicated to your health and wellbeing.

There will be a timetable that will offer both deeply guided mediations where you can connect more lovingly to yourself and gentle healing activities and tools that can be carried out in between the online sessions.

I will offer the first weekend at under £100 a person and will only accept a maximum of 8 on this.

If this is something you are seriously interested in and you want to make a lasting shift in how you relate to your health please put "This is for me" in the comments below and I will notify you when I have the retreat dates ready.

Sending love to everyone and hope to see you soon.

26/02/2024

The Alchemy of Unburdening.

Are you finding your energy to be heavy? Do you feel to lighten up, laugh and enjoy life more?
If so you may have parts that are burdened.

The beauty is that unburdening is inevitable if the circumstances are favourable.
Loving awareness encourage this process.
With your Self energy you can create a relationship with the parts that feel burdened and encourage them to let go.

There is no pushiness with this.
This may happen gradually or it may all be dropped at once.
Both are healing in movement.

Compassionate witnessing.
Hearing their stories.
Being curious.
All in Love.

There may be shame, sadness, grief.
This is all part of unburdening.
Listening again and again.
The "I'm not loveable" "I'm not good enough" beliefs.

There are two main ways that I guide in the process of unburdening.
One is through guided embodiment meditation.
Coming into the body, connecting to the breath.
Finding the protector and if ready connecting to the exiled inner child.
Gentle encouraging to unburden to the earth, water, air, and fire.

I also guide on Spirit walks in warm countries.
Where we find sacred nature that supports this process.
The ground, the blue sea, the air and the sun will transmute these energies that our exiled parts have held on so tightly to.

The alchemy is access to previously untapped life force that has been held captive.
This life force helps bring clarity, energy and abundance into the system and out into the world.
In simple terms it gives you back your life!

23/02/2024

Healing the inner child.

The inner child is usually exiled within us and wants with all their heart to be known, healed and integrated into every day life.
Through my own experience and helping others find their inner child I have found it an immensely powerful journey.

Something that often gets ignored in the process is that there is usually has an inner protector bringing it's energy to the role to shield the inner child. The energy of the inner protector feels different than the inner child's. It is tougher and has a rigid tight protective energy. The inner child's is more emotional. The inner protector keeps us in our comfort zone and either hides or is unaware of the adult self. The route to the inner child is through connecting with the inner protector.

The inner child's energy is exiled in the body. If our connection with our inner child isn't embodied little will change. The inner child is often exiled and lays unhealed in tensions, inflammation in the body. Through body scans and bringing an inner compassionate gaze the inner child is revealed.

Saying this the inner child also craves attention. A lot of the time the inner child lays lonely with only the inner protector for company, but other times he jumps into the driving seat and can create havoc. Healing the inner child means reparenting.
The inner child will sometimes look for this in relationships that mirror his relationship with his parents., but bringing in a healthy consistent relationship from the higher/adult self is key for his healing.

The inner child wants fun. They don't understand the spiritual/healing process and doesn't really need more seriousness in his life. Activities that are fun, friends that make you laugh are all key to evolving the inner child.
Allow the energy to be light when exploring within.
The inner child needs love and affirmation that they are loved and they are wanted. These whispers help them come closer to you.

Life is messy sometimes and that o.k. To create a perfectly harmonious inner world is nigh impossible and through life there will always be times where the inner child feels unhappy, over excitable or sulky!
Healed doesn't mean still or bland. It means that this energy isn't supressed or allowed to wreak havoc.
The inner child respects love and inclusion and healthy boundaries.
The journey is to create more harmony and not insist on perfection.
Having self awareness, humour and love brings all the ups and down into the lesser extremes and brings more warmth and compassion to this part of us.

So once the deep embodies journey has begun there are many twists and turns, challenges and rewards. Over time a trust builds and a more peaceful and happy inner child develops.
With this trust the inner child brings qualities that may have been missing in life.
A sense of fun, spontaneity, and wonder can arise.
The adult self becomes more full of love and grounded responsibility and a beautiful Kingdom develops within.

So these are just a few reflections. The more I have built a relationship with mine the more I see the inner child in others and find the whole journey fascinating and satisfying.

How is your inner child today?

19/02/2024

The heart is infinite.

After a heartbreak, during loss or grief the heart seems to stay in certain shapes.
To be tender and sometimes contracted, to tighten and to hide.
But heart will heal, it's designed that way.

We can feel our inner protectors jumping on guard and it will build it's energy around the heart area, like armour.
This is natural, a period of protection is an essential part of healing.
And yet if the inner protector isn't aware of the higher self he will sign himself up for a permanent contract!

The heart will once again become strong yet supple.
Yet it needs to be accessible.
The protective parts and our shadows are asked to rest a while. Where better than in the heart?

The journey is to gather all the managers and exiled parts of you and allow them to rest in the infinite heart.
Then it will find and be found.
Not specifically romantic love but the unconditional love of seeing and being seen.

The Spiritual heart is infinite. So much space, so any grief makes it's journey into a different chamber, to be felt, rather than numbed.
When the heart starts beginning to heal you get a tangible feeling of what it's qualities are at any different moment.
There really isn't any right way.
This journey isn't to force it open but to love it open.

A healed heart holds loved ones in a different way, a way that doesn't consume.
The heart pumps, the heart flushes.
It is the mystical engine room that floods us with the grief that moves through our soul, our body and releases warm tears onto the earth.

Feel even deeper and there is a sense of infinity.
More than vast, it is the whole universe.
Containing all, excluding nothing.
No limits, no exceptions.

It's in this spaceless space where true surrender arises.
Into the universe of which is Love itself.

If you want to make this journey with a witness, please get in touch.
I have two spaces within a 1.1 three month container.

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