What is the most essential trait for an effective healer or teacher? Intelligence, skill, and compassion are important, explains Eckhart TolleÑbut without presence, our work in service of others falls short of its potential. Practicing Presence is a retreat for health practitioners, educators, spiritual teachersÑor anyone who shares wisdomÑoffering more than seven hours of EckhartÕs practical advice for those fostering transformation in others. Covering a wide range of challenges and concerns specific to the helping professions, Eckhart discusses:

¥ Rooting oneÕs work in stillness to become Òa teacher of presenceÓ

¥ Finding the balance between structure and formlessness in your teaching or healing modality

¥ The question of readiness for the would-be teacher or healer

¥ Financial considerations and the inherent egoic risks of charging money for services

ÒTo be there as nobody specialÑsimply as a field of awarenessÑthatÕs the essence of being a successful healer or teacher,Ó explains Eckhart. For anyone working to support the well-being of others, Practicing Presence brings you an empowering series of pointers and guidelines for lasting transformation and healing.