Upcoming Groups & Talks

Realize Your Radiance: A Conference for Women in Seattle on March 19th

2011-03-04T20:05:00.000-08:00

There is an event at which I am speaking that I am particularly excited to share with you. It is the 5th annual Realize Your Radiance conference on March 19th in Seattle. Here is a section from their mission statement.

"We live in a society that has a limited definition of beauty, relegating it to superficial matters, such as jean size and whiteness of teeth. Realize Your Radiance is a one-day workshop that invites women to cast off these stifling notions and explore their individual definitions and expressions of beauty."

I have heard wonderful things about this conference, and am excited to be part of the program this year.

For more information visit http://www.realizeyourradiance.com/mission.htm

Finding Meaning Beyond Motherhood: A Group for Women over 40

2011-03-04T19:56:00.000-08:00

The next group runs from Thursday May 12th to June 16th from 6-9 pm. Participation is limited to 6 women.

For more information and to pre-register call: 206-769-8108

Come join a community of women in a 6-week exploration group. The purpose of this group is to support women to explore what it means to not follow the path usually chosen by women in this society. While grief can be a part of this journey, the freedom we have, and what we chose to do with that freedom, is a major characteristic of this group. Above all, this group is for women's voices to be heard.

“Thanks once again for creating a nurturing environment for our support group. I received so much insight and awareness from the sharing, and I especially enjoyed the exercises and rituals. You are fabulous at creating room for exploration and possibility within a safe, structured environment.”

“Jane is a conscientious trailblazer out of the honesty of life.”

“Your presence and depth created such a safe container, modeling for us how to allow and access our own presence and depth.”

The 6 weeks cover:
• Who am I as a woman who never had kids?
• Lost & found: Dreams, roles & relationships
• Body image and menopause
• How do I care for myself when I become an elder?
• Do I need to grieve?
• What will I leave this world?

“Jane is warm, brave, insightful and funny—a great combination for a deep, meaningful conversation for you or women you know.”
~Sheila Bixler, M.A., C.Ht, Counselor, Hypnotherapist, Bach Flower Essences practitioner

“This group is so much more than I thought it was going to be!”

“I highly recommend this support group for anyone who wants to learn and grow in a supportive, fun, and relaxing environment. Dr. Tornatore is well-rounded, down-to-earth and approachable. The group is a small, which allows for ample time to speak and listen. Because of this group, I learned to let go of a few old belief systems that didn't work for me anymore. That was very exciting! I felt lucky to meet with a small group of women who seemed to share a good many attributes with myself. It was a good experience that I would repeat again...”

“I soooo appreciate your authenticity; how you create a container that honors our equality and you demonstrate your deep commitment to honoring what's real, true and deep for you emotionally…I love how you created ritual and exercises for us to feel and express, and how you modeled these things by showing us your depth and your humanness. Thank you for burning away all chaff to cut through to the core of what's real and true, for sharing from your heart in group, with clear emotions. You modeled for me the courage to be with what's deep, raw, real and true.

Thank you! I am grateful for the work you do in these groups, in the world and in your own personal life! Thank you for being a pioneer.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed (the group) and feel that the effects are ushering me into the next phase of growth in my life. I appreciated that your course outline and exercises were so thorough and thoughtful, and I also really like your personal style and your energy.”

“I so appreciate the fact that Jane relates to us as peers. It is so much more impactful to work without hierarchy. She’s doing amazing work!”

Upcoming Brain Health and Caregiving Talks

2010-11-08T12:07:00.000-08:00

Brain Health: Simple Tools for Clear Thinking

These workshops are designed to give you easy tools you can use in your everyday life to keep your brain active. Dr. Tornatore will explain why everyone experiences "senior moments" and what to do about them. Participants learn easy ways to improve their memories and keep their minds active to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's. Much of the workshop will involve participation in brain-strengthening activities.

Northwest Hospital and Medical Center
www:nwhospital.org

March 17, 1-2:30 pm
April 21, 1-2:30 pm
April 28, 6-8 pm
May 9, 6-8 pm
June 23, 1-2:30 pm
July 21, 6-8 pm
August 4, 1-2:30 pm

Cost is $20 for 90 minutes and $25 for 2 hours. Call 206-368-1564 to reserve your seat.

Knowing the Signs that your Parents Need Help

Aegis Living

April 5
6:30-7:30 pm

Aegis of Bellevue
148 102nd Avenue SW
Bellevue WA 98004

Please RSVP to 425-453-8100

April 14
6:30-7:30 pm

Aegis lodge
12629 116th Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98034

Public Speaking

2010-01-30T10:14:00.000-08:00

Dr. Tornatore’s engaging and informative speaking programs on lowering stress, memory, and brain health generate rave reviews. Her participants appreciate her resourcefulness and authentic speaking style, and they gain a deep sense of hope about what they can do to keep their brains healthy. They leave her talks feeling relieved, optimistic, and excited to use her recommendations in their daily lives.

Please go to the "Speaking" page on her website to see speaking topics and past presentations. Dr. Tornatore is happy to work with your organization to tailor a talk to fit the needs of your audience.