Merryl Simpson
About
Merryl is a Nature Reconnection facilitator who feels privileged to work in a way that honours the living culture of this land so deeply. Walking her path with integrity, Merryl is a non-Indigenous woman who is deeply committed to listening to the wisdom teachings of First Nations people, and is incredibly grateful for the support and guidance she receives from her relationships with Elders. A Dadirri session with Merryl, which can be one-on-one or in a group, in person or online, is all about slowing... Merryl is a Nature Reconnection facilitator who feels privileged to work in a way that honours the living culture of this land so deeply. Walking her path with integrity, Merryl is a non-Indigenous woman who is deeply committed to listening to the wisdom teachings of First Nations people, and is incredibly grateful for the support and guidance she receives from her relationships with Elders. A Dadirri session with Merryl, which can be one-on-one or in a group, in person or online, is all about slowing down and listening deeply to the land; an antidote to the busy-ness of our lives. "By gifting ourselves time to reconnect to nature, we remember our true nature, and rediscover who we really are" Merryl says. Dadirri gives you the opportunity to embody your human ‘BE’ingness, to return to your breath in rhythm with the land, and to feel a sense of oneness and belonging that’s truly life affirming. As we listen deeply, we come home to ourselves and feel supported by the Earth and all of life around us, enabling us to be more present to others and build more loving relationships. Merryl says one of the key things people get from Dadirri is stress relief, as they let go of their worries and learn to be in the present moment - not getting attached to the future or being held by the past, but allowing yourself to have space and time savouring the present moment. Dadirri is for everyone and Merryl is skilled at facilitating Dadirri experiences for all ages and for various contexts. The benefits for each person are unique and always revelatory: children respond to Dadirri exceptionally well, feeling relaxed and at one with the bush; while adults often respond emotively, as they discover a forgotten way of being and remember who they really are. Dadirri also creates a joyful sense of wonder in children and adults alike that taps into the positive expression of who we are because you’re receiving beauty from simple pleasures, according to Merryl. Merryl is a Senior Teacher in Place Responsive Pedagogy at Pullenvale Environmental Educational Centre and it was her role there - which focuses on reconnecting children and adults with nature - that first led her to Dadirri more than 10 years ago. With permission to share Dadirri, it has also become a central aspect in Merryl’s work as a yoga and meditation teacher, and in hosting AirBnB retreats from her home. In 2019, Merryl did a life-changing trip with Yoga Australia to the Northern Territory where she had the honour of sitting in Dadirri with Miriam Rose Ungunmerr Baumann AM, an Aboriginal elder from Nauiyu and a renowned artist, activist, writer and public speaker (also Senior Australian of the Year 2021). Experiencing Dadirri in its birthplace, feeling the land giving voice to the language, and sharing spacious time with Miriam Rose was particularly meaningful for Merryl. She looks forward to connecting with you. Read more
Languages
English
Therapies
Membership of professional associations
- My Health Association
Education and Training
- 2021 – 110 Hours Meditation Teacher Training – Meditation as Lifestyle Medicine
- 2018 – Level 1 Yoga Teacher – My Health Yoga
- 2018 – Yoga Teacher Training (350 hours) - – My Health Yoga
Working hours (GMT+10:00) Brisbane
Merryl’s studio location
Upper Brookfield, Queensland, Australia
Reviews
Reece
Discovery call session
Discovery call it was,was able to feel the joys of a practise and connect in a more meaningful way. Greatly enjoyed the chat
Response from Merryl
26 Feb 2024
Thanks Reece for your kindness and our shared time together in the discovery call, I love that you felt connected to practising... Thanks Reece for your kindness and our shared time together in the discovery call, I love that you felt connected to practising in joyous ways! Merryl :) Read more
Belinda
Connect to Country - Corporate Online Group Session (max 15 people)
Our team session with Merryl was exactly what we needed to pause and reflect on what brings us joy and calm, and to remind us... Our team session with Merryl was exactly what we needed to pause and reflect on what brings us joy and calm, and to remind us how we can be in tune with nature in our own backyard (literally) to provide a sense of peace in what has been a very stressful, unprecedented time. Read more
Response from Merryl
28 Sep 2021
Thank you Belinda for your trust in me to hold this powerful space in what has been an immense time for your staff team. So grateful... Thank you Belinda for your trust in me to hold this powerful space in what has been an immense time for your staff team. So grateful that amongst lockdown the session offered moments of calm and joy through connection and appreciation of nature around and within us. I loved that we could listen deeply to each other in reflection at the end of the session; a powerful and long-lasting embodiment of the experience with insights for all. Thank you for going on our journey of reconnection together, Merryl 💚 Read more
Wendy
Connect to Country - Corporate Online Group Session (max 15 people)
Feel we all received something of value from coming together in different way online as team, especially with most in extended... Feel we all received something of value from coming together in different way online as team, especially with most in extended lock-down, and so much happening in the world of late, it’s a tough time for everyone. Grateful for connecting with colleagues more as human ‘beings’ (than ‘doings’), particularly during our shared reflection you facilitated at end of session. Read more
Response from Merryl
28 Sep 2021
Thank you for your review and reflections Wendy. How wonderful to come together as a staff team at this difficult time as you... Thank you for your review and reflections Wendy. How wonderful to come together as a staff team at this difficult time as you say, in new and creative ways that support each other so as we deeply listen to nature and the inner yearnings of our own wisdom. I also really enjoyed witnessing the reflections at the end of the session and feel the value in the experience too...for the team as a whole and also on an individual level. May the connections deepen for all as we continue to navigate the challenges. Thank you, with gratitude, Merryl 💚 Read more
Robyn
Connect to Country - Corporate Online Group Session (max 15 people)
Merryl took us on a journey and reconnected us to nature, gently reminding us how important it is to soak up our natural environment... Merryl took us on a journey and reconnected us to nature, gently reminding us how important it is to soak up our natural environment and attune our awareness to the earth. Even though the session was online, it gave me a new appreciation for really slowing down and soaking up everything around me. A longer, in person session would be amazing! Thanks Merryl. Read more
Response from Merryl
14 Sep 2021
Thank you Robyn for your generous review. I love the sense I get from reading it, that even though 3 weeks have passed, there... Thank you Robyn for your generous review. I love the sense I get from reading it, that even though 3 weeks have passed, there still seems to be a felt sense of our shared session in your body and being. The thought that you are continuing to slow down and soak up the beauty that always surrounds you lights me up, thank you! It also inspires me to keep offering this service online in order to support our collective reconnection with Nature, and with our true nature. I agree Robyn, I would also love to see you for an in person session on the land here in Brisbane. If ever you're around this way, please get in touch. Thank you, Merryl :) Read more
Lauren
Connect to Country - Corporate Online Group Session (max 15 people)
Merryl delivered a really heart felt connection to country at our recent business planning day. This offering was the perfect... Merryl delivered a really heart felt connection to country at our recent business planning day. This offering was the perfect way to start our day by connecting to nature which can feel challenging in this growing online world. Read more
Response from Merryl
3 Sep 2021
I hear you Lauren! The importance of reconnecting in a time of seeming disconnection as we navigate life more and more through... I hear you Lauren! The importance of reconnecting in a time of seeming disconnection as we navigate life more and more through the online realms! I’m so grateful you were able to take some time out to support your spirit by joining your team for this session. I deeply appreciated your heartfelt presence too! Thank you so much, Merryl 💚🌏☀️ Read more
Reviews
Reece
Discovery call session
Discovery call it was,was able to feel the joys of a practise and connect in a more meaningful way. Greatly enjoyed the chat
Response from Merryl
26 Feb 2024
Thanks Reece for your kindness and our shared time together in the discovery call, I love that you felt connected to practising... Thanks Reece for your kindness and our shared time together in the discovery call, I love that you felt connected to practising in joyous ways! Merryl :) Read more
Belinda
Connect to Country - Corporate Online Group Session (max 15 people)
Our team session with Merryl was exactly what we needed to pause and reflect on what brings us joy and calm, and to remind us... Our team session with Merryl was exactly what we needed to pause and reflect on what brings us joy and calm, and to remind us how we can be in tune with nature in our own backyard (literally) to provide a sense of peace in what has been a very stressful, unprecedented time. Read more
Response from Merryl
28 Sep 2021
Thank you Belinda for your trust in me to hold this powerful space in what has been an immense time for your staff team. So grateful... Thank you Belinda for your trust in me to hold this powerful space in what has been an immense time for your staff team. So grateful that amongst lockdown the session offered moments of calm and joy through connection and appreciation of nature around and within us. I loved that we could listen deeply to each other in reflection at the end of the session; a powerful and long-lasting embodiment of the experience with insights for all. Thank you for going on our journey of reconnection together, Merryl 💚 Read more
Wendy
Connect to Country - Corporate Online Group Session (max 15 people)
Feel we all received something of value from coming together in different way online as team, especially with most in extended... Feel we all received something of value from coming together in different way online as team, especially with most in extended lock-down, and so much happening in the world of late, it’s a tough time for everyone. Grateful for connecting with colleagues more as human ‘beings’ (than ‘doings’), particularly during our shared reflection you facilitated at end of session. Read more
Response from Merryl
28 Sep 2021
Thank you for your review and reflections Wendy. How wonderful to come together as a staff team at this difficult time as you... Thank you for your review and reflections Wendy. How wonderful to come together as a staff team at this difficult time as you say, in new and creative ways that support each other so as we deeply listen to nature and the inner yearnings of our own wisdom. I also really enjoyed witnessing the reflections at the end of the session and feel the value in the experience too...for the team as a whole and also on an individual level. May the connections deepen for all as we continue to navigate the challenges. Thank you, with gratitude, Merryl 💚 Read more
Robyn
Connect to Country - Corporate Online Group Session (max 15 people)
Merryl took us on a journey and reconnected us to nature, gently reminding us how important it is to soak up our natural environment... Merryl took us on a journey and reconnected us to nature, gently reminding us how important it is to soak up our natural environment and attune our awareness to the earth. Even though the session was online, it gave me a new appreciation for really slowing down and soaking up everything around me. A longer, in person session would be amazing! Thanks Merryl. Read more
Response from Merryl
14 Sep 2021
Thank you Robyn for your generous review. I love the sense I get from reading it, that even though 3 weeks have passed, there... Thank you Robyn for your generous review. I love the sense I get from reading it, that even though 3 weeks have passed, there still seems to be a felt sense of our shared session in your body and being. The thought that you are continuing to slow down and soak up the beauty that always surrounds you lights me up, thank you! It also inspires me to keep offering this service online in order to support our collective reconnection with Nature, and with our true nature. I agree Robyn, I would also love to see you for an in person session on the land here in Brisbane. If ever you're around this way, please get in touch. Thank you, Merryl :) Read more
Lauren
Connect to Country - Corporate Online Group Session (max 15 people)
Merryl delivered a really heart felt connection to country at our recent business planning day. This offering was the perfect... Merryl delivered a really heart felt connection to country at our recent business planning day. This offering was the perfect way to start our day by connecting to nature which can feel challenging in this growing online world. Read more
Response from Merryl
3 Sep 2021
I hear you Lauren! The importance of reconnecting in a time of seeming disconnection as we navigate life more and more through... I hear you Lauren! The importance of reconnecting in a time of seeming disconnection as we navigate life more and more through the online realms! I’m so grateful you were able to take some time out to support your spirit by joining your team for this session. I deeply appreciated your heartfelt presence too! Thank you so much, Merryl 💚🌏☀️ Read more
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