During the month of May, I had the amazing opportunity to go to South Africa to deliver two More To Life courses and for my first time, the focus course, Effective Parenting.
This is my second time traveling to South Africa to train and I would say - if you have never been to this vibrant country and never experienced the wonderful More To Life communities there, put it on your list.
South Africa is a country in the midst of enormous change and evolution. In the post-apartheid era there is still much in transition and many stark contrasts - Mercedes Benz automobiles being driven past thousands of people living in shacks, for example.
During my time there, there were 2 days of violence as some isolated groups expressed their fear and anger toward some of the immigrant population groups. However, out of those vicious attacks, there were also people coming forward from many backgrounds to respond with compassion and heart. I had the extraordinary opportunity to join in some of the relief efforts almost 10,000 people took refuge behind police stations to protect their families from the attacks.
For me, it was a first hand, real experience, as opposed to seeing world events on CNN from the comfort of my living room. As I engaged with these lifeshocks, I was enrolled again into what we, as the More To Life program, are doing in the world and what we bring to life through our trainings and our way of being - connected, truthful and loving.
The courses we delivered were deep and energized. We had members of the South African Parliament both on team and in the courses. One of the Parliament members, a very influential woman, commented at completion night, “I have my life back and I am so grateful."
I imagine those of you who have been involved with MTL courses have experienced what I experienced – that the issues people struggle with are basically the same everywhere. Who am I? What is my purpose? How do I heal and get free of old hurts, old beliefs and lies?
At the MTL in Cape Town, there were a considerable number of young university students enrolled. I was so moved by their excitement and commitment to passing on what they learned to others. We had over 70 people at each of the 2 completion evenings. Electric and inspiring!
In addition, I had the joy of training with Vijay Reddy, our newest trainer candidate in the More To Life program. It was her first time at the front of the room and she modeled truth, realness, vulnerability and leadership. Stay tuned for all she will bring forward in the years to come.
The land of South Africa calls to my heart and spirit from the tropical beaches of Durban, to the gold rich bustling of Johannesburg, to the spectacular views of mountains, ocean and vineyards in Cape Town and so much more I have yet to experience. Wildlife and cultures mixing together. Eleven different official languages. Deep wants to heal and unite while on the cutting edge of humanity’s evolution.
To all of you, I say thank you for bringing yourselves to More To Life wherever you are from. And thank you for your part in this precious dance called life.
Warren Kahn
Senior Trainer
More to Life Program
This is my second time traveling to South Africa to train and I would say - if you have never been to this vibrant country and never experienced the wonderful More To Life communities there, put it on your list.
South Africa is a country in the midst of enormous change and evolution. In the post-apartheid era there is still much in transition and many stark contrasts - Mercedes Benz automobiles being driven past thousands of people living in shacks, for example.
During my time there, there were 2 days of violence as some isolated groups expressed their fear and anger toward some of the immigrant population groups. However, out of those vicious attacks, there were also people coming forward from many backgrounds to respond with compassion and heart. I had the extraordinary opportunity to join in some of the relief efforts almost 10,000 people took refuge behind police stations to protect their families from the attacks.
For me, it was a first hand, real experience, as opposed to seeing world events on CNN from the comfort of my living room. As I engaged with these lifeshocks, I was enrolled again into what we, as the More To Life program, are doing in the world and what we bring to life through our trainings and our way of being - connected, truthful and loving.
The courses we delivered were deep and energized. We had members of the South African Parliament both on team and in the courses. One of the Parliament members, a very influential woman, commented at completion night, “I have my life back and I am so grateful."
I imagine those of you who have been involved with MTL courses have experienced what I experienced – that the issues people struggle with are basically the same everywhere. Who am I? What is my purpose? How do I heal and get free of old hurts, old beliefs and lies?
At the MTL in Cape Town, there were a considerable number of young university students enrolled. I was so moved by their excitement and commitment to passing on what they learned to others. We had over 70 people at each of the 2 completion evenings. Electric and inspiring!
In addition, I had the joy of training with Vijay Reddy, our newest trainer candidate in the More To Life program. It was her first time at the front of the room and she modeled truth, realness, vulnerability and leadership. Stay tuned for all she will bring forward in the years to come.
The land of South Africa calls to my heart and spirit from the tropical beaches of Durban, to the gold rich bustling of Johannesburg, to the spectacular views of mountains, ocean and vineyards in Cape Town and so much more I have yet to experience. Wildlife and cultures mixing together. Eleven different official languages. Deep wants to heal and unite while on the cutting edge of humanity’s evolution.
To all of you, I say thank you for bringing yourselves to More To Life wherever you are from. And thank you for your part in this precious dance called life.
Warren Kahn
Senior Trainer
More to Life Program
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