According to the NFA Constitution the Listener-Conveners "serve the Association by listening to the members, sensing the pulse of the Association, being spiritually attuned to its purpose, identifying key issues, and focusing appropriate Association attention on these. Their function is to accelerate the evolution of the Association and its members toward their highest potential ..."
So, how does this look in day-to-day work? It's not a 9 to 5 job; it has somehow become my way of life. To listen to someone is not the difficult part. I find it more intriguing to pin-point people I feel have something to say which is of importance. I have to be aware not to fall into a routine because I would not really listen any more. This means all my days look quite different. Meditation is the key role; I would be overwhelmed by now trying to sort things out by myself Not only is it important to meet with individuals, there are also meetings with the community, organisations, and businesses as well as with people from 'outside' the community. Helping people on a very personal level, or finding others who will go and help is also important. A very big part of this work is staying very close to the members of the Council. They do a great job and I want to know if they suffer from overload, how we can make our Council Meetings efficient but light, and to ensure we stay attuned with Spirit.
I am ever so grateful to have my colleague Fabien. I could not do this alone. We are very supportive of each other plus we know how to ask for help when we need it. So meeting with a support person is also part of some days.
All in all, I love what I am doing, where I do it, and with whom I am doing it.
Hannah Albrecht
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