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The Power Of Circles

Marit Ouwerkerk

Rise Into Your Purpose to Find Peace Within, Together

The Power Of Circles is your companion guide to uncover and release six inner blockages that hold many of us back from having the impact we know we are here to make. The book combines insights rooted in modern science and ancient wisdom, and offers reflective writing prompts and links to guided meditations I pre-recorded to cultivate a deeper connection to yourself.

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You might know how it feels to be stuck on a level you've outgrown. You deep down are convinced there's more to life, but somehow you can't get there, and 2020 seems to have made it even more out of reach. This is frustrating, confusing and a waste of talent, passion and ideas.

The good news: Even in uncertain times like today, we can find ways to step into our power and purpose to feel fulfilled, while also having our greatest impact on our surroundings.

The mission for this book is to support you in uncovering and shaking off six subconscious habits that keep many of us smaller than we actually are, including perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and the tendency to figure it out alone, which often keeps us stuck for longer than needed.

To that end, part of the book is dedicated to what happens when we explore life's challenges together. While the connection to others is inspiring, the true power of a circle is that we are encouraged to reconnect to who we truly are beyond cultural conditioning, insecurities or limiting beliefs we carry. Others remind us of our unique skills, purpose, and dreams we so often forget about or put away as silly, which energizes to take the steps required to create the bigger lives we deep down know are possible for us.

The book combines insights rooted in modern science and ancient wisdom, and offers reflective writing prompts and links to guided meditations I pre-recorded to cultivate a deeper connection to yourself.

While the book will be of great support to step into your purpose if read alone, I encourage every reader to invite 1-3 others to explore the challenges described in the book together. This book is your step-by-step guidance to tap into the soul-expanding powers of circles that energize me and my coachees to rise higher and higher into our most fulfilling lives.

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WHY IS THE GOAL 500+ PRE-ORDERS?
Publishers recognize that we have something truly special going on here if we reach at least 500 pre-orders. It shows my commitment to the cause + your interest in the topic. Working with a publisher would mean a tremendous boost in both the quality of the book and distribution of the message. This is where your support makes all the difference and I’m super grateful for your consideration!

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THIS + WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY COPIES?
Whether I collaborate with a publisher or self-publish, the timeline is as follows:

After our crowdfunding campaign, I’ll be working with an editor and designer to finalize the book and then produce it.

The book is expected to be shipped to you in Fall 2021. That's why there's opportunity to join our monthly Rising Circle already soon, so you can tap into the power of circles sooner rather than later! I will also send out updates on the stage of the book as we go through the process.

WHAT IF MY ADDRESS CHANGES?
Before your copy or copies get shipped, we’ll check in with you to ask if your address has changed.

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  • Coaching within circles is Marit her main offering and she will offer every client a copy of the book
  • Marit has a loyal and highly engaged community
  • She has a email list with 400+ readers
  • Marit has 800+ connections on LinkedIn and 600+ on Instagram
  • Marit hosts events with experts and influencers to support each other

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Audience

This book is written for the many people in my communities and beyond who feel fired up to live their purpose and have an impact during these pivotal times in history, while the isolation we are experiencing makes us crave deeper soul-to-soul connection with others.

Advance praise

Testimonials from women in my coaching circles and from coaching clients

"Being part of Marit's Circle was a unique experience for me. I had participated in previous coaching sessions, but they were nothing like hers. They were profound and mixed tools and processes, together with feeling good, taking tangible actions, and make things happen. It was a mix of practical and spiritual."
- Gaby, Circle 2020

"The personal growth I have achieved over the past few weeks is more than I could have ever imagined. I feel like a new woman. I have gained countless insights and practices that will stick with me forever and that I can teach to others too."
- Alba, Circle 2019

“The diversity of women sharing this special time in the circles while daring to be vulnerable together, immediately made me feel spiritually at home”
- Dina, Circle 2020

“Marit had an experience and offering that allowed us to deepen our connection to the group and ourselves. Marit has a gift of bringing inspiration and truth to every interaction. I know Marit has brought value to my life in every way possible. I hope many others are fortunate enough to work with her and to experience her brilliance.”
- Kelly, Circle 2019

"I've spent the last two months working with Marit as my coach to align with my life purpose. She has given me the insight and the tools I needed to gain clarity & keep reaching for my goals. While Marit her purpose is about empowering women, her wisdom would help ANYONE who is looking for a sense of direction and practical skills to achieve their wildest dreams!"
- Paulina, Circle 2020

Marit Ouwerkerk

About the author

For 10 years, Marit consulted startups, nonprofits & Fortune 100's on innovation, sustainability & brand strategy in the Netherlands, UK, Switzerland, Kenya and the US. She was invited as keynote speaker at large scale events, energized teams, and added more purpose to work environments and business models.

She now runs an international coaching & consulting enterprise One Purpose Circle supporting purpose-driven women to step into their power, have their impact, and cultivate a lasting inner peace.

Marit is pioneering in creating guided transformational journeys that combine group coaching and goal setting techniques with deeply spiritual & emotional wellbeing practices found in women’s circles.

Her own healing, liberation & rising happened through the support of her circle of soul sisters who root for her, inspire her, and reminded her of the light that we all carry within us to make a difference in our own way - and that we won't feel truly fulfilled until we step into our light.

Originally from the Netherlands, she now offers her courses & circles virtually from her home in Ocean Grove, New Jersey where she lives four blocks from the ocean with her life partner Ray and dog Maggie.

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  • Dina Holzapfel
    on Oct. 12, 2020, 3:15 p.m.

    YOU ABSOLUTELY ROCK! So excited to support you changing this world a little bit for the better and a LOT bit for all the humans you touch with your work! <3

    • Marit Ouwerkerk
      on Oct. 12, 2020, 5:41 p.m.

      Thank you for your energizing support, Dina! Can't wait to start our Rising Circles and go on this journey together with you and so many other incredible women whooo!

  • Tarja Stephens
    on Oct. 12, 2020, 4:24 p.m.

    Congratulations on your pre launch Marit! This book will be amazing and will reach so many women worldwide!

    • Marit Ouwerkerk
      on Oct. 12, 2020, 5:43 p.m.

      Tarja, thank you so much! Let's spread what we already know is the best soul medicine around!!

  • Alba Kinsella
    on Oct. 12, 2020, 6:22 p.m.

    So so proud of you! My inspiration and muse, you are amazing! LOVE YOU

    • Marit Ouwerkerk
      on Oct. 12, 2020, 8:47 p.m.

      Thank you so much for supporting this book Alba! We're so lucky to have you as part of our circles. Sending love your way!

  • Rocio Brusseau
    on Oct. 12, 2020, 6:40 p.m.

    Thanks for doing this. I can’t believe how much progress you have done in this year. Besos and all the luck with this wonderful endeavor.

  • Paulina Ondarza
    on Oct. 13, 2020, 6:33 a.m.

    Thank you Marit! I’m excited for you, making your dreams come true. You’ve got this!

  • martin loper
    on Oct. 13, 2020, 6:26 p.m.

    Working on my feminine side so I can join the circles one day ;)

  • Ashley Thomas
    on Oct. 16, 2020, 10:04 p.m.

    Keep up the great and inspiring work! I know you'll be successful =)!

  • Maggie Hoffman
    on Oct. 25, 2020, 4:28 p.m.

    You go, girl! Can’t wait to see your wisdom captured in a medium accessible to all!

  • Vassia Batsou
    on Nov. 11, 2020, 4:25 p.m.

    Wish you a good luck!!
    Can't wait to read it.
    Lots of love and positive energy from Greece!

  • Andrea Stumpf
    on Nov. 12, 2020, 3:28 p.m.

    So excited to read this! Thank you for the beautiful work you are doing in the world!!!

  • Lisa Smith
    on Nov. 13, 2020, 9 a.m.

    Go go go Marit. Your growth and ambitions are super inspiring!

  • Elsie Maio
    on Nov. 13, 2020, 1:19 p.m.

    Looking forward to this book, and whatever else the sparkling Marit offers. Elsie Maio

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