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Seminar in 2 days: Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14, 2025

Early Bird offer by Friday, November 7!

Registration by Friday, December 5, 2025

The sword and shield

Healing and transforming the relationship with the father

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of the relationship that shaped your identity, your boundaries and your ability to act in the world – the primordial bond with the father.
This seminar is an invitation to explore the depths of the father archetype., to recognize and honor the figure who initiated you-through his presence or absence-to the outside world, to transform the patterns of authority that influence your every interaction with power. It is not a matter of judging or idealizing, but of looking with eyes of truth and respect at the dance of individuation that continues to resonate in your every choice, allowing your authentic personal authority to emerge.

Every aspect of the paternal archetype recognized, every unexpressed emotion welcomed, is a step toward the reappropriation of your life force and your ability to act with clarity in the world. Choose to honor both what you have received and what you have lacked, to transform your relationship with authority and to watch your life flourish in a renewed confidence in your personal power.

Your relationship with your father is the sword that helps you define your boundaries in the world: recalibrate this ancestral tool and you will see new determination emerge in every area of your existence.
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The son becomes truly free only when he reconciles with his father, taking from him what is his due and leaving to him what is his.
~ Bert Hellinger
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Seminar in 2 days: Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14, 2025

Early Bird offer by Friday, November 7!

Registration by Friday, December 5, 2025

The sword and shield

Healing and transforming the relationship with the father

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of the relationship that shaped your identity, your boundaries and your ability to act in the world – the primordial bond with the father.
This seminar is an invitation to explore the depths of the father archetype., to recognize and honor the figure who initiated you-through his presence or absence-to the outside world, to transform the patterns of authority that influence your every interaction with power. It is not a matter of judging or idealizing, but of looking with eyes of truth and respect at the dance of individuation that continues to resonate in your every choice, allowing your authentic personal authority to emerge.

Every aspect of the paternal archetype recognized, every unexpressed emotion welcomed, is a step toward the reappropriation of your life force and your ability to act with clarity in the world. Choose to honor both what you have received and what you have lacked, to transform your relationship with authority and to watch your life flourish in a renewed confidence in your personal power.

Your relationship with your father is the sword that helps you define your boundaries in the world: recalibrate this ancestral tool and you will see new determination emerge in every area of your existence.
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The son becomes truly free only when he reconciles with his father, taking from him what is his due and leaving to him what is his.
~ Bert Hellinger
Discover

What it is about

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO HONOR THE FATHER?

“The Sword and Shield” seminar is a two-day immersive experience designed to transform your relationship with the father archetype and unlock your authentic personal power. Through the integration of Bert Hellinger’s family constellations with the exploration of Jungian archetypes, we will work with the deep structures that influence your experience of authority and individuation.

What you will discover:

  • How to identify and transform patterns of authority and power that affect your relationship with yourself and the world.
  • Techniques for recognizing and integrating the father archetype in its manifestations of protection, guidance and initiation into the world.
  • Strategies for freeing yourself from invisible ties that limit your independence and your ability to take full authority in your life.
  • How to honor your father’s legacy while maintaining your authenticity and the right to follow your individual destiny.

To whom it is dedicated:

  • To those who wish to transform and heal their relationship with their father, whether he is present or absent.
  • To fathers who want to understand more deeply their role and the impact they have on their children.
  • To those who feel the call to break free from limiting models of authority to express their authentic personal power.
THE PROGRAM

What you need to know:

DECEMBER 13-14, 2025

Weekend formula

HOTEL VILLA SAN GIUSEPPE

Provaglio d’Iseo (BS) > info here

€ 280.00 250.00 until NOVEMBER 7

Seminar 2 days (lunches included)

What it is about

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO HONOR THE FATHER?

“The Sword and Shield” seminar is a two-day immersive experience designed to transform your relationship with the father archetype and unlock your authentic personal power. Through the integration of Bert Hellinger’s family constellations with the exploration of Jungian archetypes, we will work with the deep structures that influence your experience of authority and individuation.

What you will discover:

  • How to identify and transform patterns of authority and power that affect your relationship with yourself and the world.
  • Techniques for recognizing and integrating the father archetype in its manifestations of protection, guidance and initiation into the world.
  • Strategies for freeing yourself from invisible ties that limit your independence and your ability to take full authority in your life.
  • How to honor your father’s legacy while maintaining your authenticity and the right to follow your individual destiny.

To whom it is dedicated:

  • To those who wish to transform and heal their relationship with their father, whether he is present or absent.
  • To fathers who want to understand more deeply their role and the impact they have on their children.
  • To those who feel the call to break free from limiting models of authority to express their authentic personal power.

What you need to know:

DECEMBER 13-14, 2025

Weekend formula

HOTEL VILLA SAN GIUSEPPE

Provaglio d’Iseo (BS) > info here

€ 280.00 250.00 until NOVEMBER 7

Seminar 2 days (lunches included)

THE PROGRAM

How does the seminar take place?

DAY 1: Recognizing the paternal legacy.

  • Initial Family Constellations: We will explore the invisible dynamics in your family system related to the father figure, making visible the patterns of loyalty, identification and rebellion that influence your relationship with authority.
  • Working with the father archetype: Through Jungian techniques, we will identify how the Father archetype manifests in your life, recognizing the expressions of the King, Warrior, Wizard and Wise Man that make up the integrated father energy.
  • Sword Ritual: We will use powerful symbolism to explore how the paternal “sword”-the gift of boundaries, autonomy and the ability to act-has been passed on in your life, and how you can reclaim or refine it.

DAY 2: Reclaim your personal power.

  • Reconciliation Constellations: We will work with systemic constellations to resolve unresolved conflicts with the father figure, allowing a new flow of mutual respect and recognition.
  • Embodiment exercises: Through bodily practices, you will anchor in your physical structure a new sense of personal power and presence, integrating at the somatic level the insights that have emerged from systemic work.
  • Ceremony of individuation: We will conclude the seminar with a ritual inspired by Jung’s work on individuation, celebrating the integration of paternal heritage and the emergence of your authentic authority.

Throughout the seminar:

  • We will create a respectful space where we honor family systems of origin, recognizing that each father acted within a larger context of transgenerational influences.
  • We will provide tools to continue the integration of the paternal archetype after the seminar.
  • We will alternate moments of intense systemic and archetypal work with spaces for personal reflection and integration.

Through this transformative path, you will have the opportunity to reconcile with the father figure on a deep level, free yourself from limiting bonds and access a renewed sense of authentic personal power.

More about my tools

How does the seminar take place?

DAY 1: Recognizing the paternal legacy.

  • Initial Family Constellations: We will explore the invisible dynamics in your family system related to the father figure, making visible the patterns of loyalty, identification and rebellion that influence your relationship with authority.
  • Working with the father archetype: Through Jungian techniques, we will identify how the Father archetype manifests in your life, recognizing the expressions of the King, Warrior, Wizard and Wise Man that make up the integrated father energy.
  • Sword Ritual: We will use powerful symbolism to explore how the paternal “sword”-the gift of boundaries, autonomy and the ability to act-has been passed on in your life, and how you can reclaim or refine it.

DAY 2: Reclaim your personal power.

  • Reconciliation Constellations: We will work with systemic constellations to resolve unresolved conflicts with the father figure, allowing a new flow of mutual respect and recognition.
  • Embodiment exercises: Through bodily practices, you will anchor in your physical structure a new sense of personal power and presence, integrating at the somatic level the insights that have emerged from systemic work.
  • Ceremony of individuation: We will conclude the seminar with a ritual inspired by Jung’s work on individuation, celebrating the integration of paternal heritage and the emergence of your authentic authority.

Throughout the seminar:

  • We will create a respectful space where we honor family systems of origin, recognizing that each father acted within a larger context of transgenerational influences.
  • We will provide tools to continue the integration of the paternal archetype after the seminar.
  • We will alternate moments of intense systemic and archetypal work with spaces for personal reflection and integration.

Through this transformative path, you will have the opportunity to reconcile with the father figure on a deep level, free yourself from limiting bonds and access a renewed sense of authentic personal power.

More about my tools

2 DAYS FULL IMMERSION

THE PROGRAM DAY BY DAY

DECEMBER 13, 2025
SATURDAY

From 8:30 a.m.
Accreditation of participants

9 a.m. Beginning of the seminar
The father as a bridge: from external authority to inner authority

10.00 – 13.00
Family group constellations on the theme of order and respect in father-child bonds@

13.00 – 14.00
Lunch

14.30 – 16.30
Exploration of paternal archetypes according to Jung: the King, the Warrior, the Magician and the Sage

16.30 – 18.30
Family constellations: working with themes of authority, initiation and paternal recognition

18.30 – 19.30
Sword ritual: recognizing and honoring the paternal gift of boundaries and action in the world

DECEMBER 14, 2025
SUNDAY

From 8:30 a.m.
Accreditation of participants

9 a.m. Beginning of the seminar
Embodiment exercises to anchor personal power and develop rooted presence

10.00 – 13.00
Systemic constellations: reconciliation with the father figure and resolution of unresolved conflicts

13.00 – 14.00
Lunch

14.00 – 16.30
Working with “The Hero’s Journey” as a metaphor for the individuation and integration of paternal heritage

16.30 – 18.30
Identification ceremony, experience sharing and closing of the seminar

WHAT ARE YOU BUYING

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM

Family constellations, embodiment exercises, working with archetypes, emotional healing rituals

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including breaks + 2 buffet lunches (vegetarian cuisine)

Registration by November 7, 2025
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“The Sword and Shield”

SEMINAR DEDICATED TO THE FATHER

DECEMBER 13-14, 2025 – Provaglio d’Iseo (BS)

“The Sword and Shield” seminar is a two-day immersive experience designed to transform your relationship with the father archetype and unlock your authentic personal power.

Original price was: €280.00.Current price is: €250.00.

Offer valid until November 7!

The amount you pay is refundable up to 14 days before the event. Read our Terms and Conditions of Sale.

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MY TOOLS IN THIS SEMINAR

Family constellations

Codified by Bert Hellinger, systemic family constellations are a method for exploring the deep dynamics within the family system and significant ties in our lives.

Through a process of listening and representation, this method brings to light emotions, traumas and unresolved experiences that, often unconsciously, influence our well-being and choices.

On family constellations you can read more on the blog or on the dedicated page.

EMBODIMENT EXERCISES

Embodiment is an approach that recognizes the deep connection between mind and body, emphasizing how emotions, thoughts and behaviors are influenced by our posture, breathing and movement.

Embodiment exercises are used to develop body awareness, presence and listening skills.

These exercises are effective for those who wish to reconnect with themselves, regulate their emotions and improve their communication and relationship with others.

SYMBOLOGY OF ARCHETYPES

Archetypes are universal patterns that reside in our collective unconscious.
Recognizing them helps us understand our inner dynamics and use these forces constructively.

Working with archetypes means not only recognizing them, but also integrating them. Each archetype brings with it gifts and challenges: learning to balance them allows us to tap into different inner resources depending on the situation.

Learn more about the symbology of archetypes by reading the articles devoted to them.

All the benefits

WHY CAN’T YOU MISS IT?

Through these two days dedicated to transforming your relationship with your father, you will discover a new expression of your personal power and a greater ability to act with clarity and determination in the world. This pathway will help you recognize and dissolve the systemic dynamics that affect your relationship with authority, enabling you to honor your father’s legacy while finding your authentic voice.
During the seminar, you will get in touch with the wisdom of the family morphogenetic field, exploring how father figures-both biological and archetypal-have shaped your perception of power, boundaries and your own identity. Through the powerful approach of family constellations and working with Jungian archetypes, many participants report:

  • Feeling a deep sense of peace and reconciliation with one’s paternal history.
  • Experience a new clarity in one’s goals and a greater ability to achieve them.
  • Discovering an inner source of authority that does not depend on external approval or permission.

You can expect to work in a space of deep respect, where the systemic laws of love are honored and where each participant can find his or her place in the family system. Constellations, integrated with archetype work and embodiment practices, offer a pathway of transformation that touches the fundamental structures of the psyche.

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Authentic personal authority

You will discover how to identify and break free from dysfunctional patterns of authority, finally finding your authentic voice and the ability to establish healthy boundaries in relationships.
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Integration of the paternal archetype

Through working with the four archetypal paternal energies (King, Warrior, Wizard, Sage), you can integrate these aspects of the sacred masculine into your life, regardless of your gender.
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Clarity of purpose and direction

You will have the opportunity to recognize how the dynamics with the father figure affect your ability to pursue your goals, developing renewed determination and clarity in your path.
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Deep Reconciliation

Many participants describe the seminar as an experience that brings deep reconciliation, allowing you to see your father as a human being with his own history and limitations, and to welcome both gifts and shortcomings with compassion.
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THE LOCATION.

HOTEL VILLA SAN GIUSEPPE

Provaglio d’Iseo (BS)

In Fantècolo di Provaglio d’Iseo, a small village nestled in the moraine hills of Franciacorta,Hotel Villa San Giuseppe is an enchanting place, totally surrounded by greenery.

The structure consists of a villa built in the early 1900s, which has been a convent of the Worker Sisters of the Holy House of Nazareth since 1951.
Surrounded by the greenery of a park spanning 18,000 square meters, this location perfectly embodies the elegance of restraint and simplicity.

The property is the ideal place for those who wish to relax, concentrate and meditate, and at the same time lends itself as an excellent base for nature excursions or wine and food tours in the beautiful region of Franciacorta.

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THE SPEAKER.

WHO IS GIULIO VANZAN?

A doctor of psychology, I am an expert in hypnotherapy, spirituality and coaching, with a life path that spans cultures, disciplines and places from Asia to South America. I am also a qualified meditation teacher.

My training is rooted in deep spiritual learning with an Indian monk, an experience that transformed my approach to the human mind, integrating ancient wisdom and modern techniques.

I studied theater, exploring the expressive power of the performing arts as a tool for inner transformation. This experience led me to work with institutions of global significance, such as the United Nations, where I shared my approach to human growth and social change.

A particularly significant achievement was the“Cells of Transformation” project, a methodology I developed that is now adopted as public policy by the Ministry of Human Rights in Brazil, where it has found fertile ground for fostering resilience and personal renewal in vulnerable contexts.

Helping people unlock their potential is a calling for me, which I explore through counseling, hypnotherapy sessions and creative projects that aim to bring beauty and awareness into their lives, inspiring authentic and profound transformation.

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SOME TESTIMONIES

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT THIS COURSE

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I always had an adversarial relationship with my father, a demanding man who never made me feel equal. This was reflected in my entrepreneurial activity: despite outward success, I lived with a constant feeling of inadequacy. During the constellation, I was finally able to see my father not as a harsh judge, but as a man who carried the weight of three generations of unrealized expectations. When I could say 'I see you and I honor you for what you have brought,' something melted inside me. In the months that followed, I noticed a new confidence in my business decisions, and surprisingly, my relationship with my father also improved, as if we were both freed from an invisible burden.

RICCARDO, 42
Entrepreneur

My father passed away when I was only five years old, and I have always felt an unbridgeable void. Through working with the paternal archetype, I found that although my physical father was not present, I could connect with the paternal energy at a deeper level. The sword ritual was particularly powerful: I could symbolically receive the gift of boundaries that I had missed in childhood. Since then, I have noticed a significant change in my ability to say 'no' and assert my needs, both in personal relationships and in the work environment. It is as if I have finally given myself permission to fully occupy my own space in the world.

MARINA, 38 years old
Teacher

I always tried to be a different father than my own, which was cold and distant. In my effort to be present and loving, however, I realized that I was struggling to establish clear boundaries with my children. The constellation revealed how much I was still reacting to the paternal model instead of finding my authentic way of being a father. Seeing this pattern represented gave me a clarity that no therapy had ever achieved. I realized that I could integrate my father's firmness with my natural warmth without having to choose between the two. My children noticed the change and, paradoxically, our relationship became more intimate when I began to set clearer boundaries.

ALBERTO, 55
Father of 3 children

I never imagined how much my relationship with my father influenced my professional life. As the daughter of a hypercritical father, I have always pushed myself to excellence, but never feeling truly satisfied with my achievements. The work with the King archetype made me see how much I was seeking external validation and how hard I was on myself. The most important discovery was to realize that I could internalize a benevolent and just authority independent of the paternal model I had known. This allowed me to change my leadership style: I became more compassionate with myself and my team, recognizing the value of imperfection and authenticity. My effectiveness as a leader increased, while my stress level decreased significantly.

CLAUDIA, 47
Manager

I attended the seminar at a time of deep confusion about the direction of my life. As the son of an absent father, I always felt without an internal compass, unable to make important decisions. The work with the paternal sword was revealing: I realized that I was constantly seeking approval and direction from outside because I had not internalized permission to follow my own path. During the individuation ceremony, I felt for the first time a connection with an inner force that gave me clarity and direction. It is difficult to explain rationally, but since then I have begun to make decisions with a confidence I had never experienced before. I changed careers and embarked on a path more aligned with my deep values. I no longer look for external confirmation to know if I am going in the right direction - now I can feel it.

LUCA, 32 years old
Looking for my way

Still doubts?

HERE ARE SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does the relationship with the father influence my adult life?
According to Hellinger and Jung, the father represents the first encounter with authority, boundaries and initiation into the outside world. This relationship deeply affects your relationship with personal power, your ability to act in the world and your sense of worth. The internalized paternal archetype continues to act in your adult life, influencing your relationships with authority figures, your decision-making ability and even your relationship with divine or spiritual power.
Is it necessary that my father is still alive or has been a part of my life?
No. Working with the father archetype and systemic dynamics is effective regardless of the father’s physical presence in your life. Whether you had a father who was present, absent, unknown, or difficult, the work focuses on the impact this relationship (or its absence) had on your psyche and family system. Often, absent fathers have an even more powerful impact on a systemic and archetypal level.
How can this work help me if I am a father?
For fathers, this seminar offers a deep understanding of their role in the family system and the impact of their presence (or absence) on their children. By exploring their own relationship with the father and the internalized paternal archetype, fathers can become more aware of the patterns they are passing on and make more conscious choices about how to embody paternal energies in their relationship with their children.
Is this seminar also useful for women?
Absolutely. Regardless of gender, we all internalize the paternal archetype that profoundly influences our relationship with authority, boundaries and ability to act in the world. For women, the relationship with the father is often the first pattern of relationship with the male and can significantly influence future intimate relationships, the relationship with one’s assertiveness, and the ability to manifest in the outside world.
How is this work integrated with individual therapy?
Systemic and archetypal work offers a complementary dimension to individual therapy, accessing levels of awareness that often transcend the personal narrative. Many therapists recognize the value of group work with constellations as a catalyst for deep insights that can then be integrated into the individual therapeutic journey. If you are currently in therapy, we encourage you to share with your therapist your intention to attend this seminar.

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