Circle of Courage - Transformational speaking events - 2024 dates to be launched
The Circle of Courage is an invitation to a thought-provoking gathering, that promises to move and inspire with real life stories of courage shared by Louise Walker, Freer Bonne and Darius Devas. News article in Byron Echo on this event:
Also weaved into this unique event will be soul-stirring music by Gabrielle Euphoria plus experiences from Circle of Courage partners: Synthesis Organics, SISUU and Teaspoon.co.
"Thank you for holding such an incredible space last night. I had no expectations and the evening exceeded anything I could have imagined. To be able to sit so vulnerably but feel safe & supported was a gift - I feel incredibly honoured to have been part of this experience." Jess Handley
Join us for an unforgettable evening that will stir your emotions and ignite your spirit. The Circle of Courage provides a captivating and immersive gathering of real-life stories, and it's coming to Byronshire, conveniently located in Ocean Shores.
A Unique Connection of Hearts and Minds
Prepare to be captivated, as the Circle of Courage beckons you to a mesmerising soiree of inspiration and community camaraderie. This unprecedented event, masterminded by Louise Walker, a visionary developmental coach and the creator of the Circle of Courage, guarantees an intimate evening that intertwines hearts, fosters authenticity, and ignites the flame of courage.
Ready for a unique event experience?
“The Circle of Courage isn't your run-of-the-mill event; it's a call to embrace our shared humanity, unearth authenticity, and bask in the glow of courage.
The Circle of Courage isn't just an event; it's a sanctuary where we shed our facades and allow vulnerability to fortify our spirits as we collectively explore the kaleidoscope of the human experience."
Louise Walker - Developmental coach and Circle of Courage creator
Beautiful location, moving stories
We invite you to embark on a weeknight escapade to experience something different. The Circle of Courage will unfold at Ocean Shores Community Hall with doors opening at 6.15pm with kick off at 6.30pm.
Resounding Theme for the night: Courage
Three unique tales of unyielding courage will unravel at Circle of Courage in Byronshire.
Speaker one - Louise Walker - Developmental coach and facilitator:
Louise is the vision holder for this series of the transformational events called 'Circle of Courage' that are currently touring Australia and due to go overseas in October.
Check out the recent press release here from Central Coast's Circle of Courage event and radio interview here for upcoming Blue Mountains edition.
Speaking topic: Passionate about speaking on courage, Louise will vulnerably share the unfurling of the chapters of her very personal story, revealing the crucibles that shaped her journey and purpose.
Speaker two - Freer Bonne - Speaker, artist, designer, art therapist
Speaking topic: Freer will speak on "Finding the pathway back to Love." Exploring the courage to lean into love, to learn how to give it and receive love back.
Speaker topic: Darius will be sharing a personal story of courage on the night to move and inspire.
Gabrielle Euphoria - Singer and song writer
What you'll also experience on the night:
SISUU Tonic will help kick off your evening with a serving of "Courage tonic" to all guests on arrival. Handcrafted to rouse your soul and stoke your spirit, this fiery little tonic is courage in a bottle. A concentrated recipe of gut healing and immunity-boosting herbs, spices, citrus, ginger, turmeric, and chilli.
Synthesis Organics will be providing their stunning organic aromatherapy oils and aromatic mists to weave into the evening's flow and allow you to feel refreshed, enlivened, nourished and nurtured.
Teaspoon.co will be treating you to complimentary samples of beautiful organic loose leaf herbal tea. Australian Handcrafted Organic Teas.
Why This Event Matters
In a world increasingly dominated by digital interactions, the Circle of Courage serves as a poignant reminder of the irreplaceable power of genuine human connections. The pandemic-induced isolation has left over half of respondents feeling lonelier, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (2020).
What awaits you at The Circle of Courage?
- An opportunity to be with community in our authenticity, kindness, vulnerability, humour, compassion, respect, humility, integrity and of course, in our courage.
- A gentle invitation to come and be part of a co-creation. The energy and presence each attendee contributes is an integral part of the Circle of Courage events
- The intention is to come together, be real and authentic and form deep connection
"I've never quite felt a big room of people be on such the same level before. It was beautiful. And your words were powerful Louise."
Melina Kaparakis
Who’s invited?
The Circle of Courage beckons truth-seekers, compassionate souls, deep thinkers, thought leaders, and anyone with a courageous heart to join this extraordinary gathering.
"I was not expecting the level of authenticity and kindness that I saw in the Circle of Courage! I was really moved by real life stories that were gently shared and I felt a strong sense of presence and connection. It was a beautiful night including poetry and organic drinks. It was a big moment of inspiration and strength that I will take with me".
Jess Carpenter
Feeling the call to be part of this transformative experience?
Join us for a night that will forever etch the spirit of courage in your heart and leave you inspired to embrace your own journey of authenticity and strength. This is the Circle of Courage - where stories intertwine, hearts unite, and courage reigns supreme.
"Thank you for providing a safe authentic space to step into. I took away with me a deeper level of courage. And was inspired to took to have a courageous conversation that it was time to have, which has been transformative for me". Anita Darnell
Book your space and join us - contribute what you can:
$15 contribution - Hard up right now
$25 contribution - Earning a wage
$35 contribution - Feeling abundant
Age limit: 16 years and over
All tickets include complimentary samples and experiences from brand partners:
Issu, Synthesis Organics and Teaspoon. Co.
Speaker and Facilitator bios:
Louise Walker – bio - Developmental Coach, facilitator, speaker, yoga & meditation guide
Louise is a Developmental coach, providing compassionately challenging and intentionally disruptive coaching - designed to empower her clients to bring awareness to how they're getting in their own way. Her coaching awakens her clients to new perspectives which allows them to identify what's been holding them back from living their truth, purpose and full potential.
Trained in The Enneagram, Louise incorporates this powerful ancient wisdom tool into her coaching programs, allowing her clients to recognise their personality structure and free themselves from its limitations. Her portfolio of clients include entrepreneurs and senior level executives across Australia, UK, NZ, USA, Mauritius and Fiji. Louise contracts as a Developmental, Executive and Leadership Coach for The Design Coach, New Beginnings, BOMI Health and Holistic Rehabilitation.
Previously Louise has worked as the in-house coach at Five Star Health Retreat 'The Golden Door' (now Elysia Wellness Retreat). Read more here about Louise's approach to coaching.
Louise is also an experienced yoga and meditation teacher, specialising in running unique Enneagram retreats across Australia's NSW and overseas. She's passionate about creating unforgettable retreat experiences involving coaching, yoga and meditation that profoundly shift and transform guests.
"Coaching with Louise brought new levels of confidence and self belief. Learning about my different thinking patterns gave me an interesting insight into how I’m programmed and why I think they way I do, and how to change these thoughts when they are not serving me. I just want to say to anyone that is reading this, and feels stuck in life or is needing a shift of some sort, I would highly recommend Louise she supported me to unlock my true potential." Damian Keight
Freer Bonne - Bio - Speaker, artist, designer, art therapist
Freer Bonne is the founder of Embodied Speaking. She delivers a unique embodied training and uplifting events. Offering women devoted to their personal growth journey in business and purpose based organisations the confidence to become empowered speakers, by leading the way and creating transformational changes in the world. She believes that each of us has a unique creative essence that flourishes when our nervous system is provided with deep safety and connection.
Freer is a transformational speaker, artist, designer and an embodied art therapist. She enjoys creating beauty and witnessing the endless gifts and potential that lives inside each human being. Freer guides individuals and groups to connect with their deepest wisdom, by building trust and intimacy which allows for freedom of expression, confidence and magnetism.
Darius Devas - Bio - Film Maker
Darius Devas is an award-winning filmmaker who through his compassionate and reflective nature, has an innate ability to connect with his characters and subjects to bring their story to life.
In 2022 he released his feature film Unravelling which he produced and directed. In 2019 Darius’ documentary series The Common Thread examining mental health in the lives of young Australians, won multiple awards. Darius' career was launched with Goa Hippy Tribe which won him a 2012 SXSW award.
Gabrielle Euphoria - Bio - Singer and song writer
Gabrielle Euphoria is a singer songwriter based in the Northern Rivers of NSW, Australia. Her songs are a call to the hearts of all, to awaken and remember the truth of who we are here to be.
Holding faith in the healing power of music, she carries songs that deliver medicine for the heart, the earth, the sacred elements and for all of life.
We look forward to sharing the Circle of Courage experience with you,
Louise, Freer, Darius and Gabrielle x