The phrase, "Discover new ways to share the things you love", by Terri Trespicio, appropriately summarizes the outcome of my recent efforts to "let go and make space":

• Administrative: An on-line pre-registration feature is in the works, so that you can sign up for my programs at your convenience. I will unveil that upgrade in my next newsletter.
• Marketing: One of my students created an opportunity for me to teach my 6-week meditation course on-site where she works. This is a new and exciting way for prospective students to find me at a time and place most convenient for them. It also fills a long-term personal goal of taking my programs into organizations and businesses. Please let me know if your employer would host any of my workshops or courses on-site.
• Programs: On my website, you will find four new events, which are variations on my personal theme, "meditation = an opportunity to focus, contemplate and grow".

Sincerely,

You've read that meditation alleviates insomnia, chronic pain, and stress. But, there are hundreds of books on meditation and each describe it differently. How do you choose which is best for you? Bring your questions to this one hour interactive workshop, which will provide you with information, answers, and practice.

$12/$10 for Camarillo & Somis residents

Pre-registration by calling 388-1952 ext 117 is required.

By popular request, the next in my discussion group series will be limited to women-only. Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen pioneered the recognition of 'the role of the spirit in health and the recovery from illness' in western medicine. In her book, "My Grandfather's Blessings: Stories of Strength, Refuge and Belonging", Dr. Remen shares her perspective on seeing the blessings that exist for everyone in both the mundane and challenging aspects of life.

Come prepared to share what caught your attention in Dr. Remen's book. It could be something that made you stop and appreciate or it could be something that made you take notice. As long as it made you stop and think, it is worth sharing!

Price: Free

Discussion will focus on portions of the book, so please click below for more information.

An edge is a place of slight discomfort, which draws your attention. We usually respond in one of two ways: by ignoring it or pushing through it quickly. The former leaves the underlying circumstances unresolved and the latter can lead to pain or regret. But by choosing the third option ... to be in that place in-between ignoring and pushing ... to simply be present to that discomfort ... allows insights about self-imposed expectations to emerge.

A Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy session is a unique exploration of your personal edges, resulting in an Integrated InSight. Clients leave empowered to follow through with an individualized action step that carries their InSight into their lives. Absolutely no experience in yoga is required!

Call 805-322-7172 for information, rates or to schedule a session.

Since the beginning of the year, I have been contributing articles to the Camarillo Health Care District's publication, Healthy Attitudes, which has a quarterly distribution exceeding 20,000. My website includes these articles, plus links to research and other published articles on meditation and Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. So feel free to read some more, at your convenience ...

Opportunities to focus, contemplate, and grow. Integrative InSight facilitates appreciation and personal growth through meditations - both of the traditional and not-so-traditional varieties.