I love what I get to do! I use Shamanism and other energy medicine practices to help people have happier, more satisfying lives. I live in San Diego, California, with my partner, cat, two dogs, parrot and turtle (all rescues!).
My clients are usually women (and a few brave men!) already in or exploring their options to be in a healing profession. They are mothers, grandmothers, and young Wisdom Keepers all answering Spirit's call. Some add Shamanism to their growing Medicine Bundle, and others choose Shamanism as their primary service to the world.
When I'm not with clients and students I'm in the garden, on my mountain bike, or taking a power nap! Cooking, crafting and camping are also high on my list of how to enjoy life.
OPEN TO: Discovering and exploring mutually supportive relationships with other folks who resonate with George's style and ethics and, like me, are wanting to kindly grow their businesses in a balanced, gentle manner. I'm weak on advertising and get overwhelmed at trying to stay on top of that end of my business. Like most of us, I really love the people part.
Since 2008 folks have been seeing me in person, by phone and online for sessions, events, initiations and training. But I'm still mostly in person.
You can read more about my work at www.maraclearspring.com
DREAMING IN: I'd like to grow my online audience and offerings. And, I'd like to finally finish George's Blog-to-Book course, or at least get something more in print.
I'm very active on Facebook, and growing my participation on Instagram. You'll see more of me in George's groups this year as I've decided to get more involved and participate in ABC 2024!
www.facebook.com/maraclearspring
www.instagram.com/maraclearspring
Email: Mara@MaraClearSpring.com
Phone: call or text 619-972-2469
Whatsapp: pending
I love what I get to do! I use Shamanism and other energy medicine practices to help people have happier, more satisfying lives. I live in San Diego, California, with my partner, cat, two dogs, parrot and turtle (all rescues!).
My clients are usually women (and a few brave men!) already in or explo…
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Mutual Support 🫂
The comment section below is a space to connect with others for mutual support... Are you a tech angel... tech savvy and willing to meet with another member, to handhold them a bit to understand how to do the things we teach in this course? Do you need an Instagram tech angel... and how can you support them back in return? 😊 Would you like to create mutual support for accountability to go through this course? If any of the above resonates with you, add a comment below and tell us what support you're offering and/or seeking 🙏🏼 If you see no comments below, and no ability to comment, first log into this course.
Hey all! I'm a bit of a tech nerd so if anyone needs tech support, feel free to reach out and we can jump on zoom. Especially Mac products... I'm learning Instagram like you all are but can figure out almost anything.
Live CHAT is where it's at! So many folks ready to both help AND to buddy up!
Ally McArthur:
Replying to "Hi everyone! I’m All..."
coparentingandcoffee.com if anyone is interested
Iris Uderstädt:
Anyone from Europe for buddying up?
Nancy Copeland:
Replying to "ADHD FOR LATE DIAGNO..."
I’m in San Francisco area
Elana:
I’ll help people with tech if needed!
Donna Becker:
Yay for hand holding. I would like to raise my hand for needing hand holding.
Veronica Joseph:
I don't know anything with Instagram. I need help.
Diego Galli (he/him) - Rome, Italy:
Replying to "Anyone from Europe f..."
Italy
Beccy Rogers:
Replying to "I’ll help people wit..."
Me please Elsa!
M.:
Replying to "ADHD FOR LATE DIAGNO..."
Which area? I’m in Oakland 🙂
Nancy Copeland:
Replying to "ADHD FOR LATE DIAGNO..."
Nancycopeland@sbcglobal.net
Fi Kazi (Any Pronouns):
Replying to "I’ll help people wit..."
Me too!
mariyn flower:
I live by Lake Merritt
Veronica Joseph:
Replying to "I’ll help people wit..."
me too!
M.:
Replying to "I live by Lake Merri..."
We are so close to each other! I’m in Rockridge
mariyn flower:
Replying to "ADHD FOR LATE DIAGNO..."
@M. Lake Merritt
rishi:
Replying to "I live by Lake Merri..."
Hello Bay Area checking in!
Dipanshu Rawal:
I’ve worked as a digital marketer before covid. I’d love to help some people around 😄
Brian:
I’m pretty good with technology. Just found out Instagram supports multiple links in bio now!
Fi Kazi (Any Pronouns):
Replying to "ADHD FOR LATE DIAGNO..."
I was in the bay area till the summer last year!!
Sarah Babcock:
Reacted to "def a much needed re..." with ❤️
Maria Chan:
Replying to "ADHD FOR LATE DIAGNO..."
Me too, I’m in El Cerrito. Would love to connect with those of you living here.
Maria Chan:
Replying to "I live by Lake Merri..."
Me too, I’m in
Grace Carter:
Replying to "ADHD FOR LATE DIAGNO..."
I'm in Hayward - would love to meet in person also!
Claudia Stöckler:
Replying to "I am a somatic bound..."
My instagram is not so elevated at the moment… but I would love to connect with you too! https://www.instagram.com/c...
Nancy Copeland:
Replying to "I live by Lake Merri..."
Me too - Berkeley
Amy Shearer:
Replying to "Hello from Seattle. …"
Awesome, Nathan! Great to connect with you and do this course together. I’m at amyjane_s if you want to connect on IG!
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Overcoming perfectionism in your content...
Click here for a short pep talk: What helped George overcome content perfectionism Especially video... how to get comfortable making videos & reels? George's pep talk: instantly impressive vs. consistently authentic For a deep dive course into becoming pro (from a beginner) in making video: Authentic YouTube Mastery What about you... what helps you overcome the perfectionism issue when creating content?
Perfectly Imperfect: And save the Live CHAT!
DevoraEase&FlowSoul:
I have to say that George has been a HUGE mentor for me in overcoming perfectionism!
allisongoddard:
QUESTION: Where do we find this chat after today?
Donna Becker:
Replying to "QUESTION: Where do w..."
U wait till the end of class and then click on the 3 dots below and that allows you to save it.
Mara Clear Spring:
Replying to "QUESTION: Where do w..."
SAVE it on clicking on the three dots above the chat to get your own copy. I sort and post by topic in Simplero.
DevoraEase&FlowSoul:
LOVE THIS
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🤩 Whose IG presence do you admire... and why?
As part of our co-learning, let's share below some effective ways to use Instagram, by commenting with any examples! When you share the example, also tell us why you think it's effective or resonates with you. If you see no comments below, and no ability to comment, first log into this course.
The Live CHAT went from who do you watch to why do you watch and everything in between:
Fi Kazi (Any Pronouns):
kweenwerk and laniaroberts!!
Ally McArthur:
Besides Shaun’s?
Camelia Cracan:
Tad Hargrave’s …
Anahita:
Reacted to "Besides Shaun’s?" with 😂
Mara Clear Spring:
https://www.instagram.com/s...
Leonie:
Reacted to "Besides Shaun’s?" with 👍
Elena Foucher:
Reacted to "Besides Shaun’s?" with 😂
Fi Kazi (Any Pronouns):
Replying to "kweenwerk and laniar..."
https://www.instagram.com/laniaroberts/
Mara Clear Spring:
https://www.instagram.com/i...
Anahita:
https://www.instagram.com/h... - people pleaser coach
Julia M.:
Shaun's! Very relatable, knows his shit, and delivers in a fun/enjoyable way to consume content
Kate Ryley:
Never looked at IG ...
Ally McArthur:
@bigtimeadulting (Caitlin Murray)
sam:
Hayley Maxwell - she talks about dating and her experience in an authentic way
Ivan:
Yours, George. It was refreshing to find and follow. Other than you, David Key
marisa:
the secure relationship - great mix of detailed coaching plus live teachings, Q and A plus good graphics. https://www.instagram.com/t...
Tara Trimmer:
https://www.instagram.com/juliet_allen/
Anahita:
https://www.instagram.com/z... - astrology
Beccy Rogers:
I actually really like the way Shaun presents from his sofa, like we are sharing a cuppa and a nice easy chat that really helps
Ruth Toledo Altschuler:
I want to love Instagram, being a very visual person, but I don’t. I don’t even look at instagram, so maybe the private grou of my granddaughters pictures.
Sarah Babcock:
Replying to "Besides Shaun’s?"
Love his authenticity and edge
mariyn flower:
Journal artist Teesha Moore: https://www.instagram.com/t...
Sharon:
I have a hard time too (being able to share what resonates on another’s account)
Brian:
Replying to "Never looked at IG ...."
I only use it because I’m “supposed to”. I’m on Facebook all day.
Jill Thomas:
love videos of cats and racoons. As a hypnotherapist not sure I can copy any of that.
Beccy Rogers:
I actually really like the way @Shaun presents from his sofa, like we are sharing a cuppa and a nice easy chat that really helps
Jennifer:
I follow people for the messages/support they deliver, not to copy or emulate
Brian:
Replying to "love videos of cats ..."
I was just helping a client a few days ago. Looked at her IG. It was all pictures of her cat!
Shaun @thelovedrive:
Replying to "QUESTION
I know not..."
Donna, what business are you in? I can pretty much guarantee that anyone you want to reach will be on IG. EVERYONE USES IT.
rishi:
I love ismatu! https://www.instagram.com/i...
She only uses reels and really just talks to people. It’s very informal but also rigorous
Diego Galli (he/him) - Rome, Italy:
insightful, cover a specific topic with expertise, good interaction with substack longer articles: https://www.instagram.com/t...
Shaun @thelovedrive:
Replying to "QUESTION
I know not..."
@Fi Kazi (Any Pronouns) I don’t plan on talking about this, and I’m not sure George is. This course is all about IG, and I’m pretty sure your audience is here!
Eva Live:
Replying to "QUESTION
I know not..."
George talks about in Q&A's that IG is particularly good for spiritual and personal growth audience. Facebook has more older audience, but every audience is on both.
Brian:
I’ve already learned something. Didn’t understand stories.
Shaun @thelovedrive:
Replying to "QUESTION: How import..."
I’ll definitely touch on this during my sessions. I think they are a great way to connect with your biggest. Fans.
Mara Clear Spring:
Replying to "QUESTION: How import..."
Such a great question! I agree with @Shaun @thelovedrive
Fi Kazi (Any Pronouns):
Replying to "QUESTION: How import..."
It also shows you who is seeing your content which you can't see from the feed
Tanya (she/her):
QUESTION: I'm also confused as to how I watch stories of those I follow - is it just set up notifications to know they have posted a story? Or scroll through the bubbles to find the ones I want to watch?
Shaun @thelovedrive:
Replying to "QUESTION: I'm also ..."
Just watch the ones that IG has at the top. You can scroll to the ones you most want to see.
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Welcome to our Instagram course + Our community values
A warm welcome here! The biggest value you'll get from this course, I believe, is each other. Through the mechanism of this course, we've brought together here a focused community... not just random comments from random people, but rather, helpful and kind comments from your fellow authentic Instagram creators, for the purpose of learning and encouragement! A community is defined by its culture... and each of us is a culture-setter. We influence one another and the whole, with every interaction we have. A few principles for us to keep in mind: Comment once, reply twice. For each comment that you make, look for 2 other people's comments (especially ones with few comments) and add a reply – with your encouragement and suggestions if appropriate. This helps to balance the comment/reply ratio, and gives you practice in seeking and giving support in this community. Notice and name each others' energy signatures. Each person's presence and strengths are unique. It can be difficult for us to notice our own, and easier to notice others'. When you reply to someone’s comment, if they're sharing something personal, try to name something, however small, that you appreciate about their energy signature. Many of us have a fear of being seen. Let’s help each other feel fully accepted and received. Co-Learning Community. Nobody here (not even the "teachers") know everything about Instagram... far from it. It's a vast and complex platform with constant updates. Let's create a co-learning environment here. Even we "teachers" are learning from your shares too! Share generously. Be supportive of others here. If you discover something that works, or hear about a great tip, please do share it with us. Comment under the appropriate lesson if possible, or if not sure where, just comment under the IG Tips lesson. Sharing will make this course better for all of us! Keep all sharings confidential. Let's keep this a safe space for sharing by promising to keep all comments (particularly the personal ones) confidential. The values we embody together here is what makes this course experience amazing for each other 😊 Comment below if you have any reflections on these values, or have a suggestion. If you see no comments below, and no ability to comment, first log into this course.
Lots of folks in our Live CHAT took the time to tell us where they are from. We are international!
Iris Uderstädt:
Hi from Switzerland
Josh Rasmussen:
Hello from Hampton Roads, VA!
Jane:
Jane, from Sydney
Kristina Rogers:
Hi from Mexico
Tanya (she/her):
Hello! From Ottawa, Canada!
Ivan:
Hello from Germany.
Anahita:
Greetings from Reno, NV
Jenny Clift, Energy Performance Coach:
Hi from Madrid, Spain.
Doug J Moore:
Greetings from Richmond, Virginia. USA
Mary Veerkamp:
Hello from Portland, ME, USA. My camera isn’t turning on for some reason. Sorry!
Mara Clear Spring:
Mercury Retrograde oopsies.
Beccy Rogers:
Devon uk
Leonie:
Berlin
Heather Metcalf:
NYC
Claudia Stöckler:
Austria 🙂
Dipanshu Rawal:
From India, Chandigarh
Julia M.:
Tempe, AZ
meganbrians:
Hello from Bend, Oregon!
Sarah Babcock:
Ohio
Eva Live:
Bellingham, Washington
Meghan:
oakland
Jessica Lyn Jennings (she, her):
Hello Los Angeles!
Jessica:
Austin
Megan Spencer:
Hello from Golden Lake, ON
Mara Clear Spring:
Here from San Diego! I'm your friendly Chat Helper!
Dipanshu Rawal:
I love George!!!
Angela:
morning from Mexico!
Elana Christiansen:
Hi from Los Angeles 🙂 Travel related content
Isabelle Saleh:
Bonjour from Toronto, Canada
Michelle McAndrew Olsen (she/her):
Hello from Woodacre, CA!
Grant Hunter:
Greetings from the SF Bay Area
Tomar Levine:
New York City
Brian:
Hi everyone. Sorry for being late. I’m in Cincinnati, OH.
Kat:
Albany, NY.
Jennifer:
Greetings from Maryland!
Grace Carter:
Good morning from the SF Bay Area- East Bay!
Christine Weddle:
Columbia, Missouri
Kristina Rogers:
Hi I’m in San Miguel…
mariyn flower:
I'm Marilyn from Oakland
debora:
i’m here in boston now! but visiting from hawaii
Keeping it simple = smart AND kind. I try to keep all channels open. So that means email and "Please direct message me" and website visits. All of it!