Do those of you who work in your home with others bring everyone in? Where else do you do your works?
I'm resurfacing in my calling to assist others in transmuting their energy in a joyful and loving direction. As well as getting them in contact with their own soul and "higher self" I asked that the ones drawn to my ad would continue my learning, further me on my path, and connect with me in light and love, and be ready for what I can offer.
The first people I've connected with have been in joyus growth for me and for them. I had a young woman come to my home, and have arranged for another. (Others I've been working with by internet, and phone) I felt very comfortable making the arrangements for them to come.
I got a call earlier this evening from a man who seemed a little confused. He seemed nice, but a little scattered and needy. I'm not trying to judge the space he's in. My sense is that he's not malicious, or violent, but there is some confusion, and neediness.
When it came time to make appointment arrangements I found myself uncertain if it should be in my home. I'm a woman in my early 30's and have 3 small children. My husband might be in the house while my little ones nap during the appointment. I feel safe. I just wonder if this person may not understand clear boundries and may show up again at my house inappropriately. I now have a message from another man, who I need to call back.
I've always felt very safe and confident in my home. I want to assist those who feel I may be of assistance to them. Now I'm uncertain if I should let everyone I work with come to my home.
What do others of you do? Where can you work if you don't bring everyone to your home?
I'm resurfacing in my calling to assist others in transmuting their energy in a joyful and loving direction. As well as getting them in contact with their own soul and "higher self" I asked that the ones drawn to my ad would continue my learning, further me on my path, and connect with me in light and love, and be ready for what I can offer.
The first people I've connected with have been in joyus growth for me and for them. I had a young woman come to my home, and have arranged for another. (Others I've been working with by internet, and phone) I felt very comfortable making the arrangements for them to come.
I got a call earlier this evening from a man who seemed a little confused. He seemed nice, but a little scattered and needy. I'm not trying to judge the space he's in. My sense is that he's not malicious, or violent, but there is some confusion, and neediness.
When it came time to make appointment arrangements I found myself uncertain if it should be in my home. I'm a woman in my early 30's and have 3 small children. My husband might be in the house while my little ones nap during the appointment. I feel safe. I just wonder if this person may not understand clear boundries and may show up again at my house inappropriately. I now have a message from another man, who I need to call back.
I've always felt very safe and confident in my home. I want to assist those who feel I may be of assistance to them. Now I'm uncertain if I should let everyone I work with come to my home.
What do others of you do? Where can you work if you don't bring everyone to your home?
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Re: clients in my home?
Thu, November 3, 2005 - 8:21 PMHi, Shereen. I notice that your post is dated a while back...I just joined, and was moved to respond to your post.
Obviously, trust your instincts. Anyone that doesn't feel "right" for whatever reason, don't invite them in. Instinct rules here!
Are you comfortable doing an "out" call? For me, sometimes that feels more threatening. You could also find a chiropractor's office or salon that would let you use the space when you need (either for trade or a percentage). There might also be other businesses that would work with you on this.
Finally, I think it's advisable to spell it out to all clients: this is your home as well as your office; please do not show up other than for a prearranged appointment. (I would also put up an energetic field around the house as a level of protection from this.)
If you have resolved this in the past few months, I would appreciate hearing any other solutions you came up with.
Be well! Offered with respect.
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Re: clients in my home?
Sat, November 12, 2005 - 7:13 PMGo with your gut in all things. Only invite those into your home who you feel comfortable with. As an option, you could go to the needy one's home, but bring someone with you to be on the safe side. I have Reiki'd people both in my home and theirs but so far only a couple of women have shown an interest in paying for this service, so I haven't had to deal with any people who made me feel uncomfortable.
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Re: clients in my home?
Mon, December 12, 2005 - 4:03 PMhi shereen --
i've been working out of my home for eight years, i like the commute, and my patients like the quiet and the non-clinical atmosphere.
once in a while i get a call from someone similar to whom you describe, who seems really needy...i tend to find that they either don't show up for their appointment, or they only show up for one, which is fine with me.
i've always had a lot of spiritual (to me ) symbology around in all of the common rooms, i do believe this makes a difference; my cat also clues me in to people with weird energy, he avoids them.
i've always found, though this is a small town where working out of the home has a long tradition, that people have been respectful of boundaries, only showing up by appointment.
in some ways, i actually feel safer in my home than i would in a clinic environment, but then, i'm practicing acupuncture, so the clientele i attract is looking for primary health care, so it might a situation that weeds out some of the 'questionables'.
