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Walking in FOAT Journey, Embracing Everything

FOAT Experience: Integration and Carrying Forward of Level 2
By Elisa Cheng

Walking in FOAT Journey, Embracing Everything

Reflecting on the entire learning process at this level, the words that come to mind are "richness," "integration," "life carrying forward," and "rightness." I embrace what I have learned with open arms, yet I am still on the FOAT journey, so it seems I have hidden everything I need to use within myself.

The most impressive aspect is that, in the last practice, I acted according to the felt sense. My presence and accompaniment were helpful to the focuser, and I felt deeply touched by the experience. In level 2, I consistently practiced listening with compassion and accompanied the focuser with curiosity and without judgment.

I greatly appreciate the teaching materials prepared by Laury and her team. I carefully read the articles, handouts, and video demonstrations, and I feel that I am gradually making progress. The focusing attitude, awareness, and felt sense seem to have become internalized as my life attitude. I particularly enjoy the themes of each lesson, such as "clearing a space," which allows me to focus on the present moment, "compassionate listening," which enables me to listen with my whole being, and "transforming the inner critic," which offers new insights.

I am interested in every topic, and each practice has provided me with insights and experiences. Although I cannot change entirely, my inner self is changing step by step, becoming more enriched.

I cherish every learning opportunity and look forward to continuing my journey, walking the FOAT path.

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