Focusing and meditation are two different practices that complement each other. While they have many similarities, they have a different effect on the body and the mind. For example, in Focusing one experiences a felt shift.

This is the story of how the PUPA process came to be. A pupa is the stage in insects, between the larva and adult. In butterflies, this is the chrysalis. The PUPA process creates a safe space for transformation, by combining Focusing, Theory U and the 8Cs of Self-Leadership.

Nature has such a calming effect. When we’re in nature we relax and stress melts away. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s not always possible to get out into nature. The practice of Focusing can take you back to a previous time in nature. Sinking into your body and reliving a memory can evoke feelings of awe, calm, relaxation and connection.