You are invited to an evening at

The Curve

(old Bowling Club off Park St, Observatory, Johannesburg)

with world-renowned edutainer

Dr Bruce Copley

to explore

HOLISTIC INTELLIGENCE

We humans have IQ, EQ and SQ, but what is the underlying intelligence, or knowing, that allows us to function? Bruce claims that the innate intelligence inherent in all self-regulating systems and organisms is holistic. For example there is no need to put an oak tree into an acorn. The acorn's inherent or holistic intelligence knows exactly what to do. We human beings of course also have innate holistic intelligence, but we may be the only self-regulating entities on the planet to suppress this natural talent.

If holistic intelligence is natural, what is getting in the way?

The simple answer to this is that we get in the way! Our educational systems in particular hinder the development of holistic intelligence. Although human beings are "born to learn", most of our learning experiences are restrictive and unnatural with content and details quickly forgotten. Studies on the efficacy of traditional education show that we seldom usefully retain more than 10% of what we are "taught", but still the majority of formal learning experiences are stressful, boring, disempowering and/or irrelevant.

What will foster and promote holistic intelligence?

Very simply the answer to this question is anything that supports or encourages holistic living, learning or education. Human beings have a natural desire to put together the pieces of a puzzle and see the image of the whole emerge. This urge characterises all problem solving scenarios from crossword puzzles to scientific mysteries and constitutes an integral part of wholeness.

Dr Bruce Copley is a former University Professor who now travels the world inspiring thousands of people to rediscover their lost love of learning. A real-life version of the teacher in "Dead Poets Society", Bruce creates unforgettable learning experiences for people ranging from pre-schoolers to senior citizens using a remarkable array of skills and talents. He brings a fresh and profound approach to Holism grounded in his own awakening awareness and fuelled by a passion to rekindle in others the freedom and fullness that is their innate birthright. Bruce is credited with catalyzing significant changes in major South African organisations such as Eskom, Sun International, ABSA, Old Mutual, SA Defence Force and Nedbank. As a playfully serious advocate of holistic wellness, Bruce's two most important ongoing challenges in life are to walk his talk and to hold his visions lightly.