On Covid, Corvids and Coming Home to Country: a Lesson in Fractal Belonging
An unexpected lesson in the fractal qualities of belonging, and the doorways connection with place can open - a personal story from my week of Covid isolation
The margins,
between what is known and what is waiting to emerge.
This is the place where
courage, creativity and new clarity arise.
What are your meaningful responses
to the future you wish to see?
Liminal Play is an invitation to a new relationship with change
These troubled times require each of us to reconnect with our agency, our purpose, and what sustains us going forward. Liminal Play invites you into a right sized relationship with the power of your choices and a deeper understanding of what matters most to you.
It starts with the acknowledgment of ‘what is’, in the here and now. And as you become more acquainted with the textures and patterns of reality in the present moment, you realise the emerging future and its possibilities have already begun.
What might a playful relationship with the unknown show you?
Welcome, I'm Joanna Maberly
I help you make sense of where you stand and find meaningful responses to the future you wish to see.
I am deeply inspired by how awareness can help us see the future within our present moment, and the power of doing this with others. You can learn more about how I came to this work at about me.
Whether you relate to the ‘Triple Bottom Line’ of people, planet and profit, or you are drawn to a bolder reimagining of what is possible, I firmly believe there is a role – and responsibility – for each person and organisation to find their own meaningful response.
Creating spaces to explore the thresholds of change
Through coaching and facilitation I create spaces for individuals and teams to explore the thresholds of change.
I draw from broad professional experience across neuroscience, human development, positive psychology and leadership development theory – but at its heart this is awareness-based systems change and the power of being human together. My methods are fresh, fun and remarkably effective – a unique blend of metaphor, mapping and play which welcomes the right hemisphere and the body as credible – and essential – partners.
What will you get from it? Neither of us can say at this point. But you will leave with a greater sense of ease, clarity and confidence, knowing that what needs to happen next has already begun.
You can discover more at work together or via the headings below.
"An approach that is rich in content, accommodating as a methodology, elicits critical thinking effortlessly, and a lot of fun!"
Mapping the Margins
These blogs reflect my personal experiences of living and working in the threshold spaces, and what is meaningful for me.
The Trough and the Crest
I’ve never really trusted the surf. But I invite you to dive in and join me in exploring the poem 'Trough' - remembering the power of the ocean and the power of choice.
Nurturing What is Here
Inspired by an Instagram post, this blog explores unorthodox sources of strength – The power of presence, small moments, beginning where we are and creativity as a force for meaningful change in today’s world.
Finding Flow
On turning off Tottenham Court Road, and walking two streets back to a churchyard where the serious play happens.
Meaningful Action in the Face of Big Issues
Faced with the enormity of the world’s grief, how can each of us find personally meaningful responses without being overwhelmed? The answer lies in living everyday moments in meaningful ways. The lens of poetic activism shows us how.
Thresholds: An Invitation to Transformation
From its humble origins as a physical object in our lives, the metaphor of the threshold contains a powerful invitation to personal and societal transformation. Join me in an exploration of new territory.
Today, the Work of Leadership is Holding Space
We don’t need leaders who tell us everything’s fine and that they have all the answers. Today, the work of leadership starts with recognising that there is still a lot of grieving to be done and intentionally creating spaces for people to be seen and heard.
Childhood Play as a Foundation for Flourishing
Almost a year ago I wrote about the power of play during crisis. Today I would like to share a personal story about the power of childhood play, and an invitation to consider what makes life meaningful and what children really need to live to their full potential.
The Seasons of Life are Not Dictated by the Calendar
A little something I have written about New Year's resolutions, meaningful change and compassion. If you are tired and anxious this New Year's Eve, I hope these words bring you some ease, as they have for me.
Why Play in a Time of Crisis?
Why – in the midst of a global pandemic, and faced with extraordinary change, uncertainty and loss – would anyone think about play?