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    August 18, 2020

    Canterbury: Poetry to Get Us Through

    Poetry and expressive writing can help us find solace, challenge, beauty, and meaning, especially during difficult times. In this workshop, […]

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    July 29, 2020

    How to Enhance Your Intelligent Communication

    The backdrop of heightened anxiety and uncertainty due to the pandemic has caused each one of us to react in […]

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    March 23, 2020

    Canterbury: Finding Your Path in Life

    Join ConsciousCafe Canterbury this March for a discussion on 'Finding Your Path in Life'. Do we all have a particular […]

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    January 15, 2020

    Canterbury: “Setting our intentions for the New Year”

    Wednesday Jan 15th 6.30 – 8.30pm Venue: The Conservatory, Anne Robertson Centre, 55 London Road, Canterbury CT2 8HQ. “Setting our […]

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    December 14, 2019

    ConsciousCafe Geneva on the Road

    There is a thirst for what we do.  Nowhere has it been more evident for me than around Lake Leman […]

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    December 8, 2019

    Canterbury: Inspired Leadership

    EVENT SOLD OUT We will be hosting an exciting discussion on “Inspired Leadership” with our special guest and friend to […]

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    December 8, 2019

    ConsciousCafe Newbury – We have lift-off!

    Our newest ConsciousCafe group launched in Newbury on 26th November. We had a wonderful turnout with a lovely group of […]

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    November 16, 2019

    A Very Brainy ConsciousCafe

    Little did I know that an invitation to learn about re-wiring your brain and giving your flagging willpower a boost would resonate […]

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    November 2, 2019

    What Makes 'The Good Life'?

    ConsciousCafe Singapore hosted a joyous and meaningful discussion recently on the topic of "The Good Life". We love how international […]

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    October 16, 2019

    Canterbury: How can we have conscious conversations?

    A good conscious conversation can be life changing but what is a good conversation? Is it the topic explored? Is […]

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    October 5, 2019

    Being Comfortable with Uncertainty: Reflections with ConsciousCafe Singapore

    Uncertainty is everywhere and we cannot escape from it. We crave certainty. However, life with certainty will be predictable and […]

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    September 18, 2019

    Canterbury: Understanding Ourselves and Others

    Join us for a discussion on how to understand ourselves and other people. Marina Barrett is an Inner Freedom Mastery […]

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    September 14, 2019

    Canterbury: The Mastery of Luck

    Join ConsciousCafe Canterbury for a discussion and exploration of luck and creating your reality. We will look at the science, […]

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    September 13, 2019

    An Opening into a New World

    I woke up this morning and looked at the beautiful trees outside my window as if with new eyes. Something unexpected had shifted in me. I shall be much more conscious of how the seasons affect me now and I feel confident that I will achieve greater peace of mind.

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    July 20, 2019

    London: Diary Date

    Next ConsciousCafe London event will be on Wednesday 11 September at 6.30 in Central London. Watch this space.

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    July 6, 2019

    Altered States at ConsciousCafe Canterbury

    ConsciousCafe Canterbury hosted a brilliant evening this week on the theme on "Altered States of Consciousness". Host Cora shares her thoughts: […]

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    July 3, 2019

    Canterbury - Altered States of Consciousness

    Join ConsciousCafe Canterbury for a discussion and exploration of different states of consciousness and how we might discover them. We […]

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    June 29, 2019

    ConsciousCafe in the News!

    "A SKIPTON-based group which sees members travel from all over the north to discuss life issues and share opinions has […]

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    June 12, 2019

    Canterbury - The Journey of Life

    We meet once a month to enjoy mind-expanding conversations in a safe space with like-minded people. Come to ConsciousCafe to […]

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    June 7, 2019

    Compassion with ConsciousCafe Singapore

    Conscious Café Singapore met recently for another interesting discussion, this time on the theme of Compassion, with special speaker Anita […]

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    June 6, 2019

    Recent Happenings at ConsciousCafe London: An Evening with Christa Mackinnon

    Conscious Cafe London hosted what can only be described as a brilliant evening with Christa Mackinnon, psychologist and shamanic teacher. […]

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    May 22, 2019

    An evening with Judith Seelig, the SEER

      We invite you to join us in a very special evening.  Come and ask a question, any question, and […]

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    May 21, 2019

    How to Feel Good about Yourself

    In April we had our biggest event ever in the two-year history of Conscious Cafe Skipton. It could have been […]

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    May 15, 2019

    Canterbury: In Sickness and In Health, Making adversity work for you

    Catherine Hill will lead the discussion on In Sickness and In Health, Making adversity work for you. In 1986 Catherine was […]

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    April 24, 2019

    Canterbury - Mind, Body, Miracles, Magic and Placebos

    Conscious Cafe Canterbury is meeting to look at the power of the mind and explore the magic of placebos and […]

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    April 13, 2019

    Where do we get the skills to handle modern relationships?

    Relationships have changed dramatically over the decades. Back in the day most people simply got married. Few of us got […]

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    April 10, 2019

    Identity, Belonging and Conscious Café Singapore

    Conscious Café Singapore group held its monthly meeting on 27th March 2019 to discuss the theme of “Identity and a Need […]

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    March 11, 2019

    Having A Sense of Belonging

    Having a sense of belonging is part of being human. It’s one of our most important basic needs. Where is […]

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    March 11, 2019

    Canterbury - The Power of the Subconscious Mind

    Conscious Cafe Canterbury is meeting on the fascinating topic of 'The Power of the Subconscious Mind'. Our subconscious mind creates […]

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    March 5, 2019

    Reflections on Love in Singapore

    On Tuesday 26th February 2019, Conscious Cafe's Singapore Group met at the cosy Reading Room to discuss the theme of […]

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    February 27, 2019

    All Good Vibes for Conscious Cafe Geneva

    Since it's humble beginnings, Conscious Cafe Geneva's meetings have taken place at the MLC Café-Littéraire, a charming coffee-cum-bookshop in the […]

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    February 25, 2019

    The Power of Altered States of Consciousness - February 25th 2019

    An Evening with Christa Mackinnon The Power of Altered States of Consciousness Expanding our consciousness is key to evolution; humans […]

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    January 28, 2019

    A Conversation on Uncertainty

    ConsciousCafe Canterbury held a wonderful, deep and honest conversation on the topic of uncertainty at The Conservatory, which is the […]

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    January 24, 2019

    2019 and Beyond – How can I be my best self?

    Thank you to all those who braved the snow to come to ConsciousCafe Geneva last night. We broke a record […]

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    November 13, 2018

    How to Become a Good Listener

    Listening is one of your most important life skills. You become a good listener when you take the time to […]

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    September 17, 2018

    Create Your Future Story

    ConsciousCafe invites you to an evening with Jane Bailey Bain where you will be able to explore the power of […]

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    June 11, 2018

    An Evening with Dina Glouberman

        ConsciousCafe invites you to an evening with Dina Glouberman at Central London social club,The Lib-rary in St Martin's […]

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    May 16, 2018

    Self-Care in Stressful Times

    A discussion facilitated by Caroline Shola Arewa We are living in extraordinary times. We are constantly pulled in different directions, […]

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    April 27, 2018

    Becoming Homeless in an Age of Plenty

    Survival is the most basic of human needs. Mikkel Juel Iversen is a film producer who runs a remarkable charity […]

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    April 25, 2018

    Understanding Home & Homelessness in an Age of Plenty

    Mikkel Juel Iversen runs Under One Sky, an organisation which raises awareness of what life on the streets is really […]

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    March 12, 2018

    Sex, Love and Laughter

    An evening about Sensation - in the body. Isabel Losada would like to talk to you about sex.  In an […]

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    March 6, 2018

    A Very Thought-Provoking London Discussion on Self-Love

    Tamara Alferoff facilitated a memorable discussion at ConsciousCafe on the topic of Self-Love, on a freezing cold snowy night in […]

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    January 31, 2018

    Notes from ConsciousCafe Skipton

    As we veer towards the end of January, we are sharing this post from our Skipton group Leader Gina Lazenby, […]

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    January 10, 2018

    Overcoming Overload in an Age of Anxiety

      In our fast-moving technological Age we are all bombarded with so much input that many of us regularly feel […]

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    December 15, 2017

    Thank You from ConsciousCafe for a brilliant 2017

    ConsciousCafe has had a brilliant 2017. In a year which has been fraught with unsettling challenges globally, it is clear […]

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    October 17, 2017

    What does it mean to Belong?

    What does it mean to belong?  Can we belong to other people? And if we do, is that a good […]

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    September 24, 2017

    ConsciousCafe Community Starts in Skipton

    The ConsciousCafe Skipton community at our first event in  June I really enjoy attending ConsciousCafe events in London, often held […]

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    September 19, 2017

    Are we United?

    Led by Sarah Alexander Labour MP Jo Cox left us with a pertinent message: “We are far more united and […]

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    July 31, 2017

    ConsciousCafe Founder Judy is quoted in The Guardian

    ConsciousCafe founder Judy Piatkus was quoted in a recent piece published in The Guardian. Sales of mind, body and spirit […]

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    July 14, 2017

    Living with Uncertainty – ConsciousCafe’s 6th Birthday Party and Discussion

    ConsciousCafe is here to stay. Its our 6th Anniversary year and we have had amazing expansion in the last 12 […]

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    July 3, 2017

    6th Birthday Summer Networking Party with Discussion and Speaker

              Our 6th Birthday Party was a great success - scroll down to see some photos. […]

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    June 22, 2017

    Reflections on Duality

    One of the saddest things about being human is that it takes the most painful events to awaken us to […]

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    June 13, 2017

    A Perfect Day for our Hampstead ‘Walk and Talk’

    It was a beautiful English summer day when our eclectic ConsciousCafe group set off from Hampstead tube station for our […]

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    June 10, 2017

    "Walk and Talk" across Hampstead Heath to Kenwood

    Join us for an enjoyable ‘Walk and Talk’ with ConsciousCafe across Hampstead Heath to visit Kenwood House Hampstead Heath is […]

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    May 10, 2017

    Be the Change You want to See in the World

      Be the Change You want to See in the World:  Changing the World or Changing Ourselves   A Discussion […]

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    April 7, 2017

    Discovering the Truth about How We Live

    A lively group of people gathered to enjoy a wide-ranging and thoughtful discussion on the topic of ‘What is Truth’? […]

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    April 5, 2017

    A Discussion on the Theme of Truth

    To be facilitated by Caroline Shola Arewa   What does the word ‘truth’ mean to you?  Can different people experience […]

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    March 31, 2017

    ConsciousCafe Launches in Geneva

    There were cheers and applause at the ConsciousCafe Geneva launch last night when I announced that the evening marked the […]

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    February 21, 2017

    Discussion on the topic of Identity

    Facilitated by Tamara Alferoff What does it mean to have an identity? How do you identify yourself? Is it a […]

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    February 3, 2017

    How to Ignite Your Inspiration Spark

    ConsciousCafe’s London group were treated to a very inspiring evening at the end of January when Deborah Henley demonstrated how […]

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    January 31, 2017

    Ignite Your Spark: How to Inspire with Integrity

    IGNITE YOUR SPARK How to Inspire with Integrity To be facilitated by Deborah Henley   Here is a unique opportunity […]

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    December 7, 2016

    The Power of Raising the Vibration of Love

    A shortened version of this blog was first posted on the site of Kindred Spirit magazine. Click to read or see […]

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    November 27, 2016

    Conference 2016: Raising the Vibration of Love

    The ConsciousCafe 2016 Conference is a focus on the power and positivity of love. We invite you to engage with and raise the vibration of love to spread compassion, kindness and peace throughout your life and the world.

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    November 1, 2016

    What your Self Image says about you (or not)

    Following our very powerful September event facilitated by Claudia Roth of Soul Luxury, when we explored the new way of […]

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    November 1, 2016

    Why the energy of love is important

    The US election is nearing its conclusion. Whatever happens now, November 2016 will be a landmark date in history. For […]

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    October 6, 2016

    How Authentic Are You - Pop-Up Discussion

    HOW AUTHENTIC ARE YOU? What does it mean to be authentic? How does the modern-day workplace disconnect us from knowing […]

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    September 20, 2016

    Moving from Thinking & Doing to Being & Allowing: The New Way of Doing Business

    AN INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP FACILITATED by CLAUDIA ROTH  For many years we have all been used to working in a certain […]

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    September 12, 2016

    Secrets to Becoming a Published Author

    Secrets to Becoming a Published Author A ConsciousCafe workshop for prospective published authors Are you an author? Would you like […]

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    August 22, 2016

    Wherever You Go, There You Are - the meaning of Mindfulness.

    On behalf of ConsciousCafe Judy facilitated a discussion group on the topic of Beyond Mindfulness at Editorial Intelligence’s NNN Festival […]

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    July 19, 2016

    ConsciousCafe's 5th Birthday Party

    ConsciousCafe celebrated its 5th birthday at the beginning of July with a lively party for 50 people. 6 of them had been at […]

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    July 14, 2016

    Develop Your Emotional Mastery

    An experiential evening to be facilitated by Kenny Mammarella D’Cruz Emotional mastery is the key to leading a happy and […]

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    June 29, 2016

    Oundle event - Life Music

    To be Human is to be Musical … or more accurately, to be human is to BE music – the […]

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    June 16, 2016

    Illuminating the Shadow

    Illuminating the Shadow Transmuting the Dark Side of the Psyche by David Furlong (2016) Read what others have said about […]

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    June 9, 2016

    Transformational Lessons about Leadership from Horses

    Jude Jennison and Emma Taylor run The Leadership Whisperers. A training company working with CEOs and their top teams, to enable them to […]

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    June 7, 2016

    Leadership with Horses

    ConsciousCafe introduces Leadership with Horses, an opportunity to experience the value of embodied learning with horses.  Why Horses?  Research shows […]

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    May 11, 2016

    Street Wisdom

    Last Saturday 19 of us met with three facilitators for our ConsciousCafe Street Wisdom experience. Street Wisdom is the brainchild of […]

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    May 7, 2016

    Street Wisdom Experience

    Learn how to access the urban environment and find fresh answers to personal or work-related questions with Street Wisdom: a powerful, […]

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    April 26, 2016

    Discover Your True Relationship with Yourself

    Mark Ballabon presented unique and thought-provoking ideas  at our ConsciousCafe event this week, Discover Your True Relationship with Yourself. Mark has […]

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    April 20, 2016

    Discover Your True Relationship with Yourself

    “Your relationships with others are all determined by the one you have developed with yourself. But what is the true […]

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    April 5, 2016

    Welcome to the ConsciousCafe website, from Judy

    Our ConsciousCafe website marks a lovely milestone for all of us. It is five years since I sent out the […]

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    March 2, 2016

    How to Bring Your Consciousness to Work

    An interactive event to be facilitated by Andrew Isaac Thornton & Eudora Ralph Pascall of Heart in Business Limited   […]

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    February 22, 2016

    Judy Piatkus talks about Conscious Cafe on Positive Living. Interview by Sara Troy

    Sara Troy of Positive Living interviews our own Judy Piatkus about ConsciousCafe, how it started and where it's going, Judy's […]

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    February 12, 2016

    So what exactly is Conscious Leadership

    Does the word conscious make you switch on or turn off? Last night I went to an interactive discussion around […]

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    October 7, 2015

    Synchronicity – The inner path to leadership

    By Joseph Jaworski, with an introduction by Peter Senge.  A review by Caroline Pakel This is a book that has […]

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    October 7, 2015

    From ‘AM I?’ to “I AM”

    Do you remember learning to ride a bike? I do. Mark Rogers from no. 25 taught me in our street, […]

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    October 7, 2015

    50 Quotes on Abundance

    Abundance is a very popular word right now. Sometimes it almost seems as though the word “abundance” is a socially […]

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