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FEBRUARY 7 - FEBRUARY 27, 2008
A Valentine’s Day Meditation on Love and Relationships
by Mark A. Michaels (Swami Umeshanand Saraswati) and Patricia Johnson (Devi
Veenanand)
Tantra is an ancient Indian spiritual tradition that recognizes human sexuality as one avenue among many for achieving mystical experience. Although the number of Tantric texts that deal directly with sexual activity is quite small, most Westerners associate Tantra with love, sex, and relationships. While Western ideas about Tantra are thus somewhat misguided, if you can bring a Tantric sensibility to love and relationship, your love life will be richer and more fulfilling.
Celebrating Valentine’s Day is controversial in 21st-century India. This is due, in part, to the rise of Hindu fundamentalism and objections to the holiday’s Christian origins. More importantly, conservative Indians view Western ideas about romantic love as alien and immoral. Arranged marriages are still very much the norm, even as India becomes a technological superpower, and in arranged marriages, love is a fringe benefit, not a necessity. CLICK
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2008 – The Year of Inspired Living
by Kari Samuels
If you have been longing to make your dreams a reality, this is the year you have been waiting for! The energy of 2008 is a big cosmic wave, and it is sure to be an exciting ride!
We could certainly use the momentum. We all breathed a collective sigh of relief after 2007 ended. It was a rough year for many, but 2008 offers hope for brand new beginnings.
2007 was a 9 universal year, with 9 representing the end of a cycle, in preparation for a new cycle. A new cycle denotes a new way of being; a new phase of creativity and fruition. Just as it takes 9 months to create a baby from gestation to birth, we have 9 year cycles of formation and manifestation. CLICK
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Thai Yoga Bodywork
by Sonia Osorio
Lotus Palm: The Mindfulness of Touch
One of the ancient healing arts of traditional Thai medicine (along with herbal medicine and spiritual meditation), Thai massage is a full-body massage, performed on a floor mat, with both parties in loose, comfortable clothes. It incorporates t'ai chi moves, rhythmic motion, palming and thumbing along sen lines (energy lines), gentle stretching and the conscious use of breath. The practitioner uses her hands, feet, arms and legs to guide the recipient through various yoga postures, while remaining focused on their own body-center. This combination of movements and focused awareness creates a slow, flowing "dance" around the recipient's body.
"Thai massage is a well-respected and proven healing art that's quickly gaining popularity in the West because of its meditative approach and its application of yoga's well-established benefits," said Kam Thye Chow, founder of Lotus Palm, one of the first North American schools of Thai massage, located in Montreal, Canada. CLICK
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JANUARY 22 - FEBRUARY
6, 2008
Intuitive Painting As A Spiritual
Practice
by Chris Zydel
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Our Seven Spiritual Gene Sets
by Meredith L. Young-Sowers
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Boundaries Protect Who We Are
by Tim Murphy
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JANUARY 3
- JANUARY 22, 2008
You Can Do What You
Love
by Sanaya Roman and Duane Packer
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My Wife’s Triumph Over
Uterine Fibroids
by Steven Hefferon, CMT, PTA, CPRS
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Why Do We Feel Sick All the Time:
Metaphysical ‘Cures’ For What Ails Us
by Steven E. Hodes, M.D.
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DECEMBER 1 - JANUARY 3, 2007
The
Healing Touch
by Sandra Blakeslee and Matthew
Blakeslee
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While I'm Away: When You Travel
And Your Animal Companions Stay Home
by Nedda Wittels
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The Path of Unconditional Happiness
by Michael A. Singer
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NOVEMBER 17 - DECEMBER 1, 2007
Opening To Abundance: Opening Your Heart
by Dr. Trish Whynot
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Sweet
Dreams: No Sugar Added
by Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
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The Enslaving
Illusion of Love
by Fr. Paul Coutinho, SJ
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OCTOBER 27 - NOVEMBER 17 , 2007
The Secret of
the Three “Only” Things
by Robert Moss
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Stillborn and
Stillhere
by Diana Gardner-Williams
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Sense of Gratitude: One Woman's Prayer of Appreciation
by Marlene Buffa
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OCTOBER 6 - OCTOBER 27, 2007
The Power of
Laughter
by Keith Varnum
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First
Comes Friendship, Then Comes Marriage
by Aurelie Sheehan
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Don’t Buy Into
These Exercise Myths
by Larry Goldberg
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February 16-24, 2008: The Ocean of Gratitude
Cruise |
| The Gratitude Movement is
taking to the high seas! The second annual Ocean of Gratitude Cruise
will immerse you in a field of gratitude, the Master Key that opens
the door to your natural state of abundance. Anchor the powerful
energy of gratitude, love and appreciation with like-minded friends
in an environment of exquisite natural beauty. Take home powerful
tools that will enhance your life. Sail the exotic western Caribbean with visionaries and inspired luminaries. The Ocean of Gratitude Cruise, featuring Dr. Masaru
Emoto, author of
The Healing Power of Water; Dr. Darren Weissman, developer of The LifeLine Technique™ and author of
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What You’re Speaking is Seeking You and more. For more information:
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February 21-March 30, 2008: Centennial Exhibition: The Vision and Art of Shinjo
Ito |
| A stunning collection of sculptures, engravings and calligraphy, Centennial Exhibition: The Vision and Art of Shinjo Ito, celebrates the life and work of Shinjo, founder of Shinnyo-en Buddhism and one of Japan's most renowned Acharya. The highly anticipated exhibtion first debuted in Japan in honor of the 100th anniversary of Shinjo's birth and includes his personal meditations and interpretations of principal Buddhist figures Shakyamuni and Achala, as well as the "Great Parinirvana Image," the central figure of the Nirvana Sutra. The exhibition begins its world tour in New York City from February 21-March 30 before traveling to Chicago (April 8 - May 1) and Los Angeles (May 8 - June 29) later this Spring. For more information, please visit
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February 23, 2008: Spirit Connections: A Day of Psychic Readings Predictions & Spirit Messages, with Colette Baron-Reid, Maureen Hancock, and John Holland |
Featuring John Holland, well known psychic-medium and author who will present a fascinating
insight into the world of the psychic medium, who will be joined by Colette Baron-Reid an internationally acclaimed intuitive counselor, as well as Maureen Hancock affectionately
known as the "Comedian Medium" who uses light-hearted laughter to deliver profound
messages and soften even the hardest skeptic. Maureen will demonstrate her unique style of mediumship followed by Colette, who will be giving some intuitive readings. The afternoon will be devoted to John’s lecture and demonstration and as many readings as possible. All 3 speakers will take to the stage at the end of the day, followed by a book signing and the VIP reception.
Take part in this all-day workshop and expand your mind, open your heart
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23, 2008, 8.45AM - 6:00PM at the Wyndham Hotel, Andover, MA followed by an evening VIP reception.
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March 7 & 8, 2008:
Upcoming Events with Eckhart Tolle Author of the Bestseller The
Power Of Now |
With
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introduced millions to the joy and freedom of a life lived in
complete presence. Now you are invited to experience this visionary
teacher in two live, face-to-face encounters. Here is a rare
opportunity to be drawn into the “spaciousness that words can only
point to” by the vibrant, conscious presence of Eckhart Tolle
himself. Friday, March 7: Discovering Your True
Purpose: A 1-Hour Talk with Eckhart Tolle,
8:00
to 9:30 p.m. (PST), San Rafael (San Francisco), California. Saturday,
March 8: Living Your True Purpose:
A
3-Hour Intensive with Eckhart Tolle, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (PST), San
Rafael (San Francisco), California. Experience Eckhart Tolle in Your Own Home:
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To Register or to Learn More visit http://www.soundstrue.com/et2?stwid=WEBOFSP&yaid=zVreqW |
April 5-12, 2008: The Writer's
Workshop! with New York Times Bestselling Author, Cheryl Richardson |
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Are you ready to make that dream come true? Join New York Times bestselling author, Cheryl Richardson, on a Mexican Riviera Cruise and learn everything you need to know about the world of book publishing while sailing the beautiful waters of the pacific Mexican coast.
The “Writer’s Workshop” is designed to offer you – an earnest writer – the support and information you need to get your book published. Attendance is limited to 150 people and the program includes: Getting Started, The Nuts & Bolts of Selling a Book, Bringing Your Book to the World.
Registration is now open! For more information on the cruise itinerary, the ship and its cabins, and to register,
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April 5-12, 2008: I Can Do It! At Sea: Mexican
Riviera: Sponsored by Hay House and Life Journeys/Worldview Travel |
| Featuring Baron Baptiste, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Louise L. Hay, Loretta
LaRoche, Caroline Myss, Cheryl Richardson, Doreen Virtue, Brian L. Weiss, M.D., Marianne Williamson
and more. Hay House has chartered an entire ship for an exclusive Mexican Riviera Cruise featuring eight superstars!
A life-changing cruise with five different programs to choose from! Spiritual Cinema Movies in your room, daily morning yoga with Baron
Baptiste, encores of each Keynote during streaming television broadcasts in your room, meet your favorite authors up close and personal, purchase a Deluxe Verandah Suite and get exclusive access to a Private Hay House Cocktail party as well as access to the relaxing Neptune Lounge.
For more info visit http://www.hayhouse.com/tour_details.php?tour_id=41. |
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