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Harmonious Connection

A Ren Xue Journey
into Heart-Centered Relationship

Friday 10th to Monday 13th July 2026

WhangāreiNew Zealand 

Note: Register By 10 June for an Early Bird $20 Discount on workshop fees

When registering please enter Promo code: Early Connect  

 

Deep down, we long for relationships that feel nourishing rather than draining, where we can listen without defensiveness, and love generously without losing ourselves. Come and explore what becomes possible when your heart truly leads.

Over four immersive days, Fiona McLaughlin draws on the profound wisdom of Ren Xue to guide you into a more heart-centered way of being with the people in your life. This is not about techniques or scripts — it is about something more fundamental: learning to inhabit your heart so fully that the way you relate to the world around you naturally shifts.

Together we will explore the protective patterns and unspoken fears that cause us to contract rather than open, so we can discover how to meet others in a truly heart-centered way. We will learn to set boundaries that arise not from unconscious reactions but from the true self's wisdom and practice the art of meeting our own and other people's hearts with presence, warmth and care.

With gentleness and clarity, Fiona's guidance will help you recognise and trust the quiet wisdom that has always lived within you. Through contemplative practices and heartfelt exploration, what emerges is the ability to stay rooted in love when life feels difficult, to remain present when relationships feel hard, and to meet each moment — and each person — with the full warmth of who you are.

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9am to 5pm Friday 10th to Monday 13th July

Whangarei, New Zealand

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Please note places on this workshop are limited. 

This workshop is designed for individuals — you do not need to attend with your partner, family members, or anyone else from your life. The inner shifts you make here will naturally ripple outward into all your relationships. That said, if you would like to bring someone from your life along, you are warmly welcomed to do so, and it will be beneficial.

This workshop is open to those new to Ren Xue however some familiarity with Ling Yuan and Tong Yuan is helpful. If you haven't learned these methods, please contact Victoria to discuss the preparation you may need to do. Victoria and Isabelle will be offering a short introduction to Ling Yuan and Tong Yuan, in-person and online prior to the workshop. Please see details here. 

For more information please contact 

Victoria on 027 496 8295, email naturallyintune@gmail.com or Fiona on 021 022 42775, email fiona@joyineverymoment.co.nz or Isabelle on mobile 027 276 5596 email isabelle_ferre93@hotmail.com 

A heartfelt thanks to the wonderful Whangarei teachers team who are helping make the workshop happen🙏

Detailed Information

ABout Fiona

Fiona McLaughlin, your teacher for the workshop, first discovered Ren Xue Qigong when she was suffering from a life-threatening chronic illness and diagnosed with two years to live.

 

Through Ren Xue, she regained her vitality and health. She learned a new way of being, to live in a relaxed and calm state, in harmony with others and the world.

 

Inspired by what Ren Xue can offer, she now guides others on the Ren Xue path of growth and wisdom.

 

She helps people live a life where they are no longer swept away by their damaging feelings and thoughts, so they can experience the world with complete trust, openness, love, gratitude and deep respect.

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Testimonials

“I’m in awe of Fiona with her brilliant wisdom, love, and skillfulness to gently yet powerfully guide us to see our patterns that create suffering…and better yet…to our True Selves, the embodiment of our own wise, calm, joyful power! The beautiful, loving community is clearly another testament to the success of the Ren Xue system.” Anonymous

“A very powerful event with everyone working deeply on their patterns together. It has shifted some patterns that I have been trying to find relief from for years.” Anonymous

"Fiona's love and happiness is contagious. And her big, open heart is so inviting and warm and loving. SO MUCH LOVE!" Anonymous

"Fiona is a very powerful teacher. She brings her own perspective on the Ren Xue teachings that really help me deepen my understanding and also heal in a deep way. I am immensely grateful." L.M/Canada

"Fiona's pattern work wisdom is like no other. I had so many breakthroughs, understanding, and realizations on how to apply Jue Cha. It also gave me confidence to dive into Ling Yuan." Anonymous

"Such originality in your presentation and exercises we shared together. The one-on-one exercises were very exceptionally transformative. I know I have transformed and moved forward to a new and refreshing way to be in me and in this world on earth. Thank you so very much. Profoundly lovely." KC

"Not only was this workshop wonderfully inciteful, but it was at times surprising and joyful." E.O

"If you want to delve deep into what is holding you back in your life, and to be “held” in a safe space, then you can with the loving support of this generous hearted team. I am very grateful for the insights and self love I am now generating." IJ

"This workshop with Fiona made me feel held with tenderness, acceptance and love, which helped me make breakthroughs on the heart and pattern level. I have deep gratitude and gongjing" SM

“Heal your Heart, Heal your Body has given me a whole new outlook on life and what I can do. Its helped me to look inwards, and outwards, and given me something practical to make change and find joy. I feel like it’s only just scratched the surface and there is so much more to learn – and that’s exciting!” Anonymous

“Extraordinary experience. Very safe, very effective and deep insights and understanding occurred for me. Transformational, a beautiful experience in a beautiful loving supportive qifield.” Anonymous

“This retreat was one of the best I ever participated in. Coaches made us really comfortable, answered all the questions clearly. Good balance of theory and practice. And mostly, I really resonated with the teaching, and I had a massive breakthrough. I’ll keep practicing!” Anonymous

“I feel truly grateful for the opportunity to have the support of a face-to-face workshop with teachers and participants in any area. Fiona, Victoria and Isabelle created a safe and powerful qifield where I experienced meaningful and significant shifts. I am truly grateful.” Anonymous

“An eye opening experience that I can now take into my life for long lasting change”

I wasn’t bored ever. The pace was perfect enough to absorb it all. Great structure, well organised, good venue, and the beautiful teaching and support to be able to make significant progress in a short time. I felt I learnt a LOT and am very grateful." JB

"This workshop was a heart-opening experience for me. I felt nurtured and guided so thoughtfully journeying to my heart. Thank you Fiona for your love ❤️ Thank you team for the tremendous time and effort in making the Journey to the Heart so safe and joyful." LS

"Fiona’s facilitation was excellent. So relaxed, calm and so deep. Just so impeccable." KO

"What a joy it was to be on this special retreat. There was a lot of care and connection with all the participants. The support and attention from Fiona and the teachers were exceptional. I felt supported and nurtured. Amazing!" MW

"Fiona is unique and a superbly gifted teacher." Anonymous

"When I first heard of Fiona's class, I wasn't sure about my schedule as this happens on the weekend for 8 weeks and I have young kids to attend to. But somehow my heart was telling me very strongly that this was what I needed to attend, so I did. Now what I want to say is that this was the very right decision I made for myself. This course has really changed my life. 

I have practiced Ren Xue for about 5 years till the course, I have made lots of progress but with the progress I could feel there was so much more room for growth but somehow I wasn't sure how to move forward from where I was. Fiona opened this door for me! Her openness, accommodation and love were incredible. She used her own very personal experience to show us how we can be strong to face ourselves and make real changes to our lives. Her courage was really inspiring! She is teaching with direct experience and true understanding! She gives us challenges with gentleness and love. Her course totally transformed my relationship with Ling Yuan and changed it from something mysterious to practical and tangible for me. Now Ling Yuan becomes my best friend! I was also very much touched by her amazing heart! The connection with her heart has helped my heart to get stronger with more trust and openness. I will definitely attend her classes in the future!" Anonymous

“Fiona’s naturally compassionate and insightful nature set her classes up to be a powerful experience from the beginning. She created a safe space for honest sharing that helped me learn from others' experiences and from sharing my own. Her mini-steps in the Ling Yuan process expanded my understanding from both practitioner and teacher perspectives. My heart feels more open and I am curious to see how the shifts in my being continue to expand after her course. I am grateful for her presence and can’t wait for Fiona’s next course.” SR, Canada

About Ren Xue

Ren Xue is a wisdom system developed to help practitioners achieve greater health, happiness, sense of wellbeing, and realization and wisdom. It helps us find inner harmony through practices that elevate body, heart, and consciousness, which in turn helps us create outer harmony – in our personal relationships, with society, and with nature.

 

Ren Xue includes two subsystems – Yuan Gong and Yuan Ming and includes innovative Qigong (Chi gong) methods. The practice includes gentle movements, meditation, and breathing techniques, that enable self-healing to bring positive changes to health and life. 

 

Ren Xue was developed by renown teacher Yuan Tze, drawing on his deep level of understanding and practice in a range of traditions, especially Daoism, Confucianism, Buddhism, Qigong, Traditional Chinese Medicine, martial arts and Tai Chi. 

The Venue

The workshop will be held at beautiful Lupton House at Whangārei Girls High School. 
Whangārei Girls High School is located near to Whangārei centre.  

3 Lupton Avenue
Kensington
Whangārei 0112

New Zealand
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Pricing

The fees below cover the 4 day workshop, all teachings and related teaching material. Please note the workshop will not be recorded. A boxed lunch can be added for an extra fee. Details to come soon. Please note that accommodation is not provided for the workshop. 

Note: Register By 10 June for an Early Bird $20 Discount on workshop fees. 

When registering please enter Promo code: Early Connect  

Full Price                                           $440

Mid Price                                           $420

Financially Assisted                          $399

If finances are a difficulty please feel free to get in touch. 

Ways to Pay 

When booking the workshop, at checkout you will be directed to Paypal. On Paypal you will be given the option to pay with credit/debit card or with PayPal. If you have difficulties paying with these methods please let us know and we will make alternative arrangements with you. 

workshop Daily Schedule

Day 1: Friday, 10 July 2026

Start Time
Activity
8:30 am
Arrival & registration
9:00 am
Welcome, Teaching and Activities (incl morning tea)
12:00 pm
Lunch
1:00 pm
Qigong practice
2:00 pm
Teaching and Activities
3.30pm
Afternoon Tea
4:00 pm
Teaching and Activities
5:00 pm
Finish

Day 2: Saturday, 11 July 2026

Start Time
Activity
8:30 am
Doors Open
9:00 am
Qigong Practice
10:00 am
Teaching and Activities (incl morning tea)
12:30 pm
Lunch
1:30 pm
Teaching and Activities
3:00 pm
Afternoon Tea
3.30pm
Teaching and Activities
5:00 pm
Finish

Day 3: Sunday 12 July 2026

Start Time
Activity
8:30 am
Doors Open
9:00 am
Qigong Practice
10:00 am
Teaching and Activities (incl morning tea)
12:30 pm
Lunch
1:30 pm
Teaching and Activities
3:00 pm
Afternoon Tea
3.30 pm
Teaching and Activities
5:00 pm
Finish

Day 4: Monday 13 July 2026

Start Time
Activity
8:30 am
Doors Open
9:00 am
Qigong Practice
10:00 am
Teaching and Activities (incl morning tea)
12:30 pm
Lunch
1:30 pm
Teaching and Activities
3:00 pm
Afternoon Tea
3.30pm
Teaching and Activities
5:00 pm
Finish

Meals

Participants can bring their own lunch and snacks or have the option of purchasing a boxed lunch. Details will be provided about ordering the box lunch soon. Most dietary requirements should be able to be catered for. 

 

Tea, herbal teas and coffee will be provided.

If purchasing your own food Kensington has a New World Supermarket (8 mins walk), Woolworths Supermarket (6 mins walk), Sushi (7 mins walk) Tank (8 mins) and Hells Pizza (8 mins walk) plus various other food outlets within walking distance. 

What to Bring

  • Layers of comfortable clothing, to cater for different temperatures

  • Yoga mat

  • Blanket for keeping yourself warm during seated practice

  • Cushion for floor seating or seated practice (chairs are also available)

  • Slippers or socks for inside the hall

  • Tablet/laptop or notebook and pens

  • Lunch (unless purchasing boxed lunch) and snacks

  • Water bottle or thermos flask

  • List of any prescription medications that we would need to know about in the event of a medical emergency, placed in a sealed envelope with your name on the outside. It will be opened only in the case of an emergency and destroyed after the retreat.

How to Get There

The workshop will be held at Lupton house in Whangārei Girls High School, 3 Lupton Avenue, Kensingston, Whangārei.

This is the boarding house for Whangārei Girls High. It’s located at the northern end of the school on Lupton Avenue.

 

You will find parking either on the road or in the school grounds. Go through the main red door of the building, turn left and follow the hallway to find the workshop. 

Please arrive between 8.30am and 8.40am Friday 10 July for registration and so you can be ready for a 9am start.

Please use Google maps to check your travelling times for the specific date and time you are travelling. This is very useful to help you arrive at the venue at the correct time. 

Transport to and from Whangārei Airport 

 

Please organise your own transport from the airport to your accommodation.

Please let us know on your registration details if you wish to organise transport together with other participants to and from the airport and we will put you in a Whats App group so you can coordinate with others.


Here is some useful information to help:

  • Whangārei Airport is located 7.4 km from central Whangārei. A taxi or Uber takes about 10 mins to travel the distance. There is no bus service from the Airport. 

Accommodation Options

Cancellation Policy

Cancelling your Registration

If you need to cancel your workshop registration, please do so early. Late cancellations make it difficult to give someone else the opportunity to attend. 

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If you cancel your reservation:

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  • On or before 25 June 2026 we will refund all fees paid minus administrative charges.

  • After 25 June 2026 no refund will be given unless otherwise agreed with the organisers. 

  • We reserve the right at any time to require that a participant leave the retreat if it is determined that the participant's behavior is either excessively disruptive or dangerous to self or others. In this case, all retreat fees are non-refundable.

Refunds will be paid within 30 days of receiving a cancellation notice.

Cancellation by the Organisers

In the highly unlikely event that we need to cancel the retreat for unforeseen reasons, we will notify you as soon as possible and will refund the full fee amount paid.

Contact

For more information please contact 

Victoria on 027 496 8295, email naturallyintune@gmail.com or Fiona on 021 022 42775, email fiona@joyineverymoment.co.nz or Isabelle on mobile 027 276 5596 email isabelle_ferre93@hotmail.com

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