The Art of Presence: Yours to Step Into

A facilitated reflection space to explore what presence means to you, and discover the natural charisma already within you.

Think of the people whose company you value most. They might be attuned, at ease with themselves, generous, and deeply attentive. You probably don't remember exactly what they said, but you remember how they made you feel.

This workshop is a facilitated reflection space where you can explore what presence means for you and experiment with bringing more of it into your conversations and connections. It is a space for exploration rather than instruction, so there are no techniques to master or scripts to follow. Instead, you'll discover the natural charisma already available to you.

What we'll do

Through interactive and reflective exercises, we'll explore:

• What you mean as "presence"
• Giving and receiving presence and charisma
• What you personally need, in mind and body, for your presence to emerge
• What kind of presence or charisma is authentic to you.

Expect a gentle mix of journalling, movement, conversation practice, observation and feedback, with time to share insights individually and together.

You'll leave with

• Knowing how you recognise presence and charisma in others and how you would like others to experience yours
• A felt sense of your authentic presence and its impact on others
• Supportive practice and feedback on your presence and charisma in conversation.

Who it's for

Anyone curious about how presence shapes their conversations, especially if you enjoy personal development and self-reflection. No experience is needed. Come as you are and learn and discover in a relaxed and supportive group.

Maya Angelou said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

(© Maria King, October 1st, 2026)

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