The Presence Effect

13/09/2025

"September is so full-on!!!!"

Anyone else’s conversational theme over the last couple of weeks? I’ve probably had around 30 conversations in this vein!

Busy parents with the back-to-school routine, professionals facing changes in work demands, people caring for others, and people who feel like they need a holiday after the holiday!

Whoever it is, this desperate need to hit PAUSE seems to be echoed far and wide—at my groups, at the school gates, and at the business events I’ve been speaking at and attending.

One of the reasons I started The Presence Effect was to give myself space to reset on a regular basis—and to offer that space to others too. Stepping out of the relentless mental chatter (which is often so focused on the next thing on the to-do list) feels even more important at this time of year, when many of us are catching up, planning, and stepping into a slightly new chapter.

Next Saturday (20th) could be your September PAUSE Day!

I’m teaming up with yoga teacher Danya Cole Sancta Studio in Otley to offer an Autumn Retreat. It couldn’t come at a better time for me—a whole day of relaxation on the yoga mat and with my voice!

I’ll be leading a Release & Rejuvenate vocal session during the day, with original compositions to help connect people to the natural “letting go” impulse that Autumn calls us toward.

All the details are below. Only a handful of places left, so book ASAP.

07/09/2025

Isn't this picture and art work mesmerising?

Imagine singing uplifting, affirming original compositions amongst enormous paintings all as gorgeous as this.

Well you can, Tuesday & Wednesday this week! All for FREE!!!

I have taken the thought provoking poetry of the late artist Joshua Van Leader who is in the picture and the artist behind it all and designed an inspiring Presence Effect singing workshop based on it.

INSPIRE TO INSPIRE: Tuesday 9th September | 6:00–7:30 PM | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/jvl-inspire-to-inspire-ocean-voices-tickets-1481595585279?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

BATON OF HOPE – World Su***de Prevention | Wednesday 10th September | 10:00–11:30 AM | J | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/jvl-inspire-to-inspire-world-suicide-prevention-day-morning-events-tickets-1412766124509?aff=oddtdtcreator

JVL Art Exhibition - Moda Building, Quarry Hill, Leeds

Hope to see you there!

16/07/2025

An invite for those who want a nourishing journey of music and energy healing to start their week this coming Monday! 6-7.30pm at Shine Workspace (Leeds)

Come and join us as we raise our voices to create a shared, resonant sound that connects, heals, and uplifts.

Ella Norman from the The Pink School will be channeling uplifting and empowering energy healing for the group whilst I lead us in original songs purposefully composed to work alongside the energy healing that will ground us in the earth and open our hearts.

This is a gentle, inclusive session designed to be grounding, uplifting, and supportive of emotional wellbeing. The session involves live music, simple guided movement (with seated or standing options), group humming or vocalising (no singing experience needed), and a short uplifting meditation.

There is no requirement to move, sing, or speak—you are welcome to simply be present and participate in your own way. The atmosphere will be warm, calm, and non-judgemental.

Tickets are £4 booked here.
Spread the word.

Join us for a nourishing journey of music and energy healing.

06/06/2025

Dreams are born when others say ‘go for it!’

To be believed in, is to have other people cheer you on so loudly that it knocks down all the limiting beliefs and fears that stop you from living your dreams.

I truly wish for everyone to have an army of cheerleaders. There are so many dreams of a better way of being and doing the way we live.

These dreams are just under the surface for so many, if you hear one sneak out of you or another person, get those POM POMS ready!!!

The Presence Effect Choir (which was off the scale amazing) was birthed because others believed… there is only WE started a choir here!

So here is the thank you to The Cheerleading Extraordinaires who started a choir;

- 17 open hearted singers on our first session; wide eyed, tingling with the energy of their voices and high on singing endorphins 
- Miranda Arieh in my passenger seat, embodying the spirit of a thousand cheerleaders
- Helen Charlton EncourageMINT card through the post 
- Hannah Ferreira-Clark joyful shout across the Park: "You're beautiful!" as she captured countless moments
- Lisa Shepherd at the conception- "Please; I miss singing in a group" along with her inspiring speech on growing the The Biskery (Thank you biscuit was amazing BTW) 
- Dawn O'Keefe's enthusiastic endorsement: "A choir at Shine? Great!" and all the work she does to support female entrepreneurs on the program.
- Jen Pugh walking through bluebells helping envision a yoga-presence singing fusion.
- Rebecca Collins's timely reminder: "There is never the right time, but this is!" And helping vision up the choir too 
- members who listen, share, and offer support in helping us all grow our visions. Sadie James 🤗 Melissa Canavan 🌟 Erica Marmai Emma Longbottom Kim Heslip Holly Dannhauser Bianca Spruit Ilana Richards Paula Grizzard Todd Hannula Lisey Schokker (BSc, DipCNM, mANP) 
- Mike Coupland (AM.APMP) my LIFER making hundreds of changes—and then hundreds more—on the website, flyers, and all things in between.
- My mum: "Whatever makes you happy, darling."
- Ally Foster and Robert Fisher giving me the opportunity to showcase the choir event
- 🌟 Erica Marm

20/05/2025

How kind is Chapel Allerton?
We are stronger together and I feel so held by the vibrant independent community that is CA today.

Every shop and venue I went into are kindly displaying choir posters

Thank you all.
Starting 2nd June
Concessions & PAYG available

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-presence-effect-choir-tickets-1345003604989?aff=oddtdtcreator

All the sunshine joy!
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19/05/2025

Every time I get a notification to say another ticket is sold I do a little dance in my heart... only 2 weeks to go!

I know there are so many people out there wanting a bit of breath and space in their week to connect to themselves whilst also having lots of fun!

It is therefore my promise to you that The Presence Effect Choir becomes a beautiful safe space for you to experience the calming state of presence whilst also singing insanely beautiful and uplifting music!

Come and try it out, it might just blow your mind

First session, Monday 2nd June. 6-7.30pm at Shine, Harehills

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-presence-effect-choir-tickets-1345003604989?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join our vibrant singing community grounded in joy and inner stillness, you'll uplift your spirits and deepen your connection to the moment

17/05/2025

The vision for The Presence Effect Choir has been growing for 7 years through the season of my life where I have faced many challenges- navigating parenting, loss and burnout to name a few!

During this time I was pushed to my own edges again and again and the practice of coming into the moment with acceptance and compassion completely transformed the way I could handle what was in front of me and has subsequently changed the way I see myself, others and the world around me!

… and it’s now time to share all this possibility through the joy of singing!

The 2nd of June (choir’s start date) is now so close that I can feel the endorphins bubbling under the surface getting ready to explode when we start singing together-the healthy natural high is so contagious it leaves you wanting MORE MORE MORE!

So, if you feel like you need weekly presence and creativity hit-
Book your first session and experience the high yourself

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1345003604989?aff=oddtdtcreator

Blessings to you right NOW!
Fran

09/05/2025

7 years of dreaming The Presence Effect into existence- through delving deeply into my own practice of presence and finding the deep joy of living this way. I now emerge with a strong vision and purpose that weaves together all facets of my skills; coaching, voice work and singing leading and offers people guidance on finding the joy of living in presence themselves

Presence means living fully in the moment. It is available to anyone, at any time. When the mind slows down and quietens, a deep peace, joy, and a strong sense of connection and aliveness arise.