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1)The iStand Experience - Spring Session  (Austin Retreat occurs
March 5-9th), an intensive leadership training with visionary
leaders from around the world who are willing to *face everything and
avoid nothing* to stand for humanity's future. Highly recc'd
==deadline: this Monday, 2/4!
2) Austin Area Inter-religious Ministries Events Listings
3) Selected Events from the Austin Chronicle
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**The Thought That Counts Quotes:

"A friend is someone with whom you dare to be yourself."  Frank Crane
(1861-1928)

"No happiness equals the joy of finding a heart that understands."
Victor Robinson (1866-1947)

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1) The iStand Experience - Spring Session  (Austin Retreat occurs
March 5-9th)
You are invited to participate in an intensive leadership training
with visionary leaders from around the world who are willing to *face
everything and avoid nothing* to stand for humanity's future.  This
program is for people who are no longer willing to wait to offer
their greatest gifts to the world.

*View online testimonials of graduates: www.visionforce.com/bootcamp

The Austin iStand Retreat Experience  is from March 5th to 9th in
Austin, TX. The training begins with  weekly conference calls that
begin February 16th and continue until April 12th.
During this 9-week process, punctuated by a 5-day retreat, you will:

- Unlock the door to Vision, clearing away years of compromises and
setbacks, to see clearly the Vision of your life and your purpose
- Discover Honor as a force for radical change in your life
- Dissolve the walls of judgment that have limited your power and
effectiveness
- Experience the profound power of alliances with other visionary
leaders
- Forge new such alliances with other visionaries from around the
world.

You will emerge with a profound sense of yourself as a Visionary
Leader among Visionary Leaders, working - and playing - together NOW
for a world that works for everyone.
This program is about YOU and YOUR VISION - which is exactly what the
world needs RIGHT NOW..
The application deadline for the Spring Session of the iStand
Experience is THIS MONDAY - FEBRUARY 4, 2008 at midnight.

To apply, visit www.visionforce.com/apply - or call 1.877.844.6667
for further information.

Remember to ask about our FREE programs!
www.visionforce.com

Program fees total $1695 - includes nine weeks of intensive leading-
edge human development training; eight weeks of remote training via
conference calls and the world wide web, and 5 days and 4 nights of
onsite training at a beautiful, serene retreat center south of
Austin, with delicious and nutritious vegetarian meals provided.

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*Testimonials:

In March of 2007, Brandi Clark participated in the iStand Experience.
Brandi is a visionary and was recently named Best Environmentalist in
the Austin Chronicle' Best of Austin Reader's Poll. Brandi has always
been a passionate activist and leader, but after iStand, she truly
found her groove. Not only that, she found her voice and a new level
of power. Since the program, she has stepped powerfully into her
vision of establishing a visionary green bank here in Austin, and so
much more.

Brandi, who has participated in many leadership and transformational
trainings says:

"It was the most powerful single experience I have ever had – being
with change agents from all around the world and doing powerful work
around judgment, inner conflict, vulnerability as power, leadership
with heart and more. It's a full body/mind/spirit experience with
exercise and soul work mixed in with the workshops and outward-
focused activities. It profoundly moved me – to the point where my
experience of people, life and myself are noticeably different,
transformed."
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2)Austin Area Interreligious Ministries Events Listings
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Email: aaim@...
Phone: 512-386-9145
Web: http://www.aaimaustin.org
         *go to site to subscribe to this newsletter

Upcoming AAIM Events & Activities

•CROP Hunger Walk 2008
•Hands on Housing 2008
•Austin Clergy Climate Connection Conference
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CROP Hunger Walk 2008


Saturday, March 1st, and Sunday, March 2nd, 2008

Sat. Registration, 9:30am
Walk begins at 10:00am
Sun. Registration, 1:45pm
Walk begins at 2:30pm
CROP Walk for Hunger is an annual nationwide event sponsored locally
by AAIM. In 2007, walkers representing some 110 faith communities and
other organizations raised almost $122,000.

Twenty-five percent of the funds raised stay in Austin to support
food needs in local agencies. The rest go to more than 80 countries
to alleviate hunger worldwide.

To make this happen, we need walkers. We need YOU! Find the CROP
recruiter in your faith organization and get registered. If you don't
have a recruiter, give us a call or register online at:
www.cropwalk.org

Amy Tutt
CROP Hunger Walk Recruiter and Event Coordinator
Austin Area Interreligious Ministries
atutt@...
(512) 386-9145 Ext. 11
CROP Walk
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Hands on Housing 2008
Bluebonnet Spring Blitz!

Fri-Sun, April 25-27
(Main Blitz: Saturday, April 26th) Sunday, May 4th

We invite all faith organizations, businesses, student and volunteer
groups to participate in this year's Hands On Housing Bluebonnet
Spring Blitz. If you are handy making home repairs or want to gain
more experience please join us for a lasting volunteer experience.
Bring a big heart and a willingness to work hard together.

The main Spring Blitz will take place Saturday, April 26th, with an
additional work day taking place on Sunday, May 4th. Our typical
client is 70 years old plus and living on an income of less then
$10,000 a year.

We especially need skilled carpenters and general home repair
volunteers to join our groups.

If you are a business interested in sponsoring our repair efforts, or
a volunteer group that would like to participate in the Blitz, please
contact Kathy Weiner (kweiner@...).
Hands On Housing
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Austin Clergy Climate Connection Conference
A Dialogue on Clergy Response to Climate Change and the Environment
Monday, February 18, 2008, 7:30 a.m.
Congregation Beth Israel
3800 Shoal Creek Boulevard
This interfaith forum will address the challenges involved in
discussing environmental issues with congregations, ongoing and
planned environmental projects at Austin congregations, and updates
on environmental initiatives at the local, state, federal and
international levels.

Our primary goal in holding this forum is to provide an opportunity
for Austin clergy to meet other religious leaders from our local
community who are interested in environmental issues in a faith
context, and to explore ways we can network, collaborate, and support
each other. To that end, the forum will include generous time for
structured and unstructured discussion as well as a time for planning
follow-up for those who are so inclined.

This forum represents a valuable opportunity for Austin clergy of
different faith traditions to come together and learn from each
other, and to form local relationships so that together we, as the
leaders of the Austin religious community, can face the incredible
challenges confronting our planet with a shared vision and focus.

Please RSVP to Texas Interfaith Power & Light at cara@...
or by calling 472-3903. There is no charge for this event.

Austin Texas Co-Chairs: Rabbi Steve Folberg, Congregation Beth
Israel; Father Jim Wiesner, St. Austin's Catholic Parish (Invited);
Reverend Tina Carter, The Rock United Methodist Church (Invited)

Sponsors: Texas Impact/Texas Interfaith Power & Light, Austin Area
Interreligious Ministries
Austin Clergy Climate Connection Conference

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Monthly Programming


AAIM Spirituality Book Club

Monthly book discussion group organized by
Rev. Greg McDonnell.

Monday, Feb. 11th, 7:00-8:30 PM
Banker to the Poor
By Muhammed Yunus

Location: Book People, at 6th and Lamar
(on the 3rd Floor)

To suggest book selections or for further information, Contact us!
Past Book Club Titles
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Austin Faith Dialogue
Airs Sundays, 8:00 AM, KNVA, Channel 54, Cable: Channel 12. Hosted by
Rev. Karl Gronberg and Sandy Wilder.

Contact swilder@... for more information.
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Project BEAT (Bridging, Enriching, Advancing Together)
Monthly Community Dialogue & Roundtable on Race
Saturday, February 2nd, 9-11:30 AM (first Saturday of every month)

St. James Episcopal Church
1941 Webberville Road
(Please note new address for St. James Episcopal Church)

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Community Events Calendar

1/26-2/01 -- Austin Jewish Film Festival
1/30 -- Special Screening of "Arranged"
1/31 -- Faith Partners Leadership Training for Alcohol and Drug
Prevention/Support
2/05 -- Tour of Meditation Practices
2/10 -- Peace Sunday
2/13 -- Faith Poverty Roundtable
2/19 -- Tour of Meditation Practices
Ongoing -- Hope For Heroes

Details

Austin Jewish Film Festival
Saturday, Jan. 26th - Friday, Jan. 29th

Regal Arbor Cinema -- 9828 Great Hills Trl
Texas Hillel -- 2105 San Antonio St.
Schusterman Center at UT -- Garrison Hall 0.102

This week only! Visit the Austin Jewish Film Festival website
(www.austinjff.com) for a complete listing of times and locations, as
well as film descriptions.

Film topics include Jewish women in comedy, family vs. faith, a
Jewish rock-umentary, intimacy transcending cultural divisions,
hatred and intercultural tension, as well as mystery, love, laugh-out-
loud humor, tragedy, and everything in between. Many of these films
involve intercultural and interfaith dialogue and provide
opportunities for audience discussion afterwards.

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Special Screening of "Arranged"
Wed. January 30th, 2008
Regal Arbor Cinema
9828 Great Hills Trl
(off 183 in NW Austin)

Please join us as the Muslim and Jewish communities come together to
watch and discuss this movie about religion, stereotypes, and hope.

"Arranged" is the story of two young women -- an Orthodox Jew and a
devout Muslim -- who become friends as they each negotiate the
difficult process of marriage in their respective traditions. It is
the story of two modern women who discover that their struggle to
remain true to their respective traditions in the modern world is a
more powerful link than the fact that they practice different
religions.

Imam Mohamed-Umer Esmail of the North Austin Muslim Community Center
and Rabbi Alan Freedman from Temple Beth Shalom will facilitate a
discussion following the movie about the many traditions that unite
people of religion as well as the stereotypes that can sometimes
divide us.

There will be a short 5 minute preliminary intro by both leaders,
then the movie will be shown, then the discussion will take place.
Tickets ($7) may be reserved by calling (512) 970-5068.

Visit the Austin Jewish Film Festival website (www.austinjff.com) for
more information about other festival films showing this week at the
Arbor Cinema and on the UT campus.

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Tour of Meditation Practices
February 5th and 19th, 6:15 - 7 pm
The Human Potential Center
2007 Bert Avenue

Hundreds of approaches to relaxation/centering/meditation have been
developed over the centuries, and each has its own charm, benefits
and wisdom. Participants will explore one new approach each meeting.
Free. For more information, visit www.HumanPotentialCenter.org or
call 441-8988.
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Faith Partners Leadership Training
January 31, 2008
To Build a Congregational Alcohol and Drug Prevention and Recovery
Support Team

The Rush Center of Johnson Institute, formerly Faith Partners, is
offering training to help congregations start an alcohol and drug
prevention and recovery support team. This small group of trained lay
people work together to provide alcohol and other drug awareness,
prevention, education, referral assistance and recovery support
utilizing community resources. They work closely with the clergy to
develop a plan of action to meet the needs of the congregation.

Clergy, staff and congregational leaders are invited to attend a
Faith Partners Leadership Training on Thursday, January 31, 2008 from
9:00am to 4:00 pm at St Martin's Lutheran Church, 606 West 15th
Street, Austin. Topics include the role of the congregation; scope of
the team's work; expectations of clergy and team facilitators;
potential barriers; and steps, tools and strategies to initiate a
team including guides and ongoing consultation. Cost is $100 per
congregation for 2-4 participants plus $10 per person for lunch.

For more information call Trish Merrill at 512-451-9504 or email
trishm errill@.... Rush Center website:
www.rushcenter.org

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Peace Sunday

February 10th, 1:00-3:00 pm
The Human Potential Center
2007 Bert Avenue

In an effort to improve the peaceful conditions in the world, the
Center hosts a monthly quiet meditation, where all beliefs and
religious traditions are honored. Following the meditation,
participants are welcome to join in a potluck brunch and share
camaraderie and croissants. Free. For more information, visit
www.HumanPotentialCenter.org or call 441-8988.

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2008 Faith Poverty Roundtable
February 13th, 2008
Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River St., Austin TX

Food is a basic need and faith-based organizations have a history of
responding to the needs of the poorest among us. As a leader within
the faith community, Caritas of Austin invites you to join other
faith leaders and ministerial staff on February 13, 2008 for the 2008
Faith Poverty Roundtable. This year's theme is "Collaborative
Solutions to Hunger."

Throughout the month of January, the Basic Needs Coalition of Central
Texas is engaging in a community-wide discussion about the impact of
poverty in Central Texas. The Poverty Roundtable will be the faith
community's opportunity to respond and unite around the issue of
hunger. The event is designed for pastors, staff or volunteers who
oversee programs related to mission, outreach, social justice, youth,
senior adults, children and family ministries, as well as local food
providers.

Attendees will gather to learn about hunger, existing food resources,
how groups can volunteer with food service organizations, and how to
become actively engaged in addressing food security in the Austin
area. During break-out sessions, participants will hear from
panelists representing non-profit and faith-based food providers,
such as Meals On Wheels, Sustainable Food Center, and Capital Area
Food Bank. The Basic Needs Coalition Food Security Committee will
facilitate Austin-area meetings with the faith community and food
providers to identify opportunities for collaboration.

Advanced registration is required. The faith community and food
service providers will be given priority. For more information,
contact Tamara Landry Bell, Faith Coordinator, 512-646-1277 or
tlbell@....

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Hope for Heroes
Serving those who serve and their families

The Samaritan Center for Counseling and Pastoral Care is launching
HOPE for HEROES to provide FREE counseling for military personnel and
their family members who have unmet mental health needs as a result
of service in Iraq or Afghanistan. For more information call Nancy
Blaich at 512-451-7337 ext. 112 or Michele Riggs at 512-633-HOPE
(4673).

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AUSTIN AREA INTERRELIGIOUS MINISTRIES UNITES FAITH AND CULTURAL
COMMUNITIES TO FOSTER RESPECT, PARTNERSHIP AND TRANSFORMATION IN
SERVICE OF THE COMMON GOOD.
This e-mail is a service of Austin Area Interreligious Ministries
(AAIM). Our goal is to alert Austin's faith communities as well as
the "spiritually curious" about events that may be of interest.
Please note that AAIM does not presume to endorse the events we
publicize nor do we necessarily share their faith perspective. We do,
however, find these events to be worthwhile contributions to the
diverse religious and cultural fabric of our city.

Please pass along this newsletter to your friends!
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3) Selected Events from the Austin Chronicle's Community Calendar:
http://www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Calendar


  BEAUTY & SELF-ESTEEM IN SOCIETY: FREEING OURSELVES & THE NEXT
GENERATION This panel discussion examining the role of beauty
stereotypes in women's lives brings to town feminist writer Naomi
Wolf (author of The Beauty Myth) as the keynote speaker, along with
journalist Katie Orenstein, and filmmaker/writer Courtney E. Martin.
The event concludes with professional development break-out sessions
addressing various topics, including financial literacy, negotiation,
public speaking, and more. Sat., Feb. 2, 11am-1pm. Jester Auditorium,
UT campus, Speedway & 21st, 212/819-4874. Free. www.123signup.com

ETHICAL SOCIETY OF AUSTIN This week's platform, Discovering the
Meaning of Life, is led by Charles O'Dell. Sun., Feb. 3, 10am-
12:30pm. AMOA-Laguna Gloria, 3809 W. 35th, 458-8191. Free.
contact@... www.esoa.org (Meetings & Instruction)


SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION aims to help you achieve balance, inner peace,
and resistance to stress, depression, and anxiety. Saturdays, 11am-
noon. Austin Recreation Center, 1301 Shoal Creek Blvd, 828-0129.
Free. www.austinsahajayoga.org (Meetings & Instruction)

GRIEFSHARE invites anyone grieving from the loss of a loved one to
join these weekly meetings. Each session begins with a video on grief
recovery and ends with discussion. Sundays, 7-9pm. St. Paul Lutheran
Church, 3501 Red River, 472-8301. Free. www.griefshare.org

Hey Y'all,

I just got a notice today that said
Oprah's latest bookclub pick is
"A New Earth" by Eckhart Tolle.

Here is a link to part of chapter one - through Borders Books.

http://beta.bordersstores.com/online/store/ArticleView_newearth


Enjoy!
Theressa

**Love and only the Personal Growth Excerpts from The Catalyst for
Fun Newsletter: Connecting Austin with conscious, fun and activism
resources.  **To subscribe directly, or to access many community
resource/ networking resource files, see
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catalystforfun

3) Hildegirls jan 29th Free Sampler Eventing Tues, Jan 29th 7-9:30
4) Possible Food Co-Op to form in South Austin: contact info if
you're interested!
5) All Hearts Dance & Recommittment Ceremony: Friday, 2/1 7-11 PM
with DJ-RJ
6)Kid Friendly Meditation Meeting with the Neo –Humanistic Society
First Sats
7) Course in Miracles' Forgiveness Hypnotherapy seminar
FREE TO ALL SPIRITUAL SEEKERS: Wed Feb 6th
8)Truth Be Told Behind and Beyond Bars Presentation==come find out
how to help provide women tools to make the transition to success
beyond bars! Wed 1/30,6:00-7:00PM
9) Satsang and book celebration of book publication for 11) Stephan
Bodian, Sat, Feb 2nd
10) Amala Foundation Youth Projects: Get involved to raise the
consciousness level of young people==amazing group!!
www.amalafoundation.org
11)AKASHIC ATTUNEMENT & TRAINING/ Sat, Feb. 9: 10-4 & Sun,Feb. 10:11-4
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**The Thought That Counts Quote:

**Flare by Mary Oliver

When loneliness comes stalking, go into the fields, consider
the orderliness of the world. Notice
something you have never noticed before,

like the tambourine sound of the snow-cricket
whose pale green body is no longer than your thumb.

Stare hard at the hummingbird, in the summer rain,
shaking the water-sparks from its wings.

Let grief be your sister, she will whether or no.
Rise up from the stump of sorrow, and be green also,
like the diligent leaves.

A lifetime isn't long enough for the beauty of this world
and the responsibilities of your life.

Scatter your flowers over the graves, and walk away.
Be good-natured and untidy in your exuberance.

In the glare of your mind, be modest.
And beholden to what is tactile, and thrilling.

~ Mary Oliver ~ (from The Leaf and the Cloud: A Poem)

**pulled from archive of Panhala postings:
www.panhala.net/Archive/Index.html

**sign up for this group's wonderful daily postings if ya like or
cruise their amazing archives!

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3) Hildegirls jan 29th Free Sampler Eventing Tues, Jan 29th 7-9:30

see http://hildegirls.com/SP08_HG.htm

www.hildegirls.com

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4) Possible Food Co-Op to form in South Austin:

We're excited about the possibility of starting a food co-op for
south Austin. Please send me names of anyone you think might be
interested in attending our meeting this Saturday at 2PM at DaVine
Foods 1412 W. Oltof- www.davinefoods.com .

For more info, contact Michael Shattah 512-694-4001

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5) Event: Dave Isay Listening is An Act of Love at Bookpeople, 7:30,
Tues, Jan 29th
Legendary radio producer and StoryCorps (http://www.storycorps.net/)
founder Dave Isay will be at Book People at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan.
29 to discuss his new book "Listening Is an Act of Love."

StoryCorps is the largest oral history project in American history,
founded on the belief that everyone has an important story to tell.
Some of the stories are broadcast Tuesdays and Fridays on KUT 90.5 FM
during Morning Edition. Since 2003, StoryCorps has collected recorded
stories from people all over America, and Isay has garnered some of
the most heartbreaking and poignant of those stories in his new book.
Central Texans Rick Kincaid and Danny Terry, who were profiled in the
book, will be at the Book People event. This is a truly remarkable
event, and not to be missed! Thursday, January 29th at 7:30PM.
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6)The All Hearts Dance & Recommittment Ceremony

Where: Unity Center of Austin, 9603 Dessau Rd

The ceremony will start at 7PM. You can recommit to God and/or your
Beloved.

Music, dancing and refreshments start at 8PM with Top 40, oldies and
international music provided by Music4Life & DJ-RJ.

To make a song request for the event, go to:

http://www.music4lifedjs.com/login.html

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7) Mother-Friendly Meditation Meeting with the Neo –Humanistic
Society First Saturdays

Just wanted to let everyone know of a program that we will be hosting
the 1st Saturday of every month. It is a mother-friendly meditation
group- childcare is provided. There is such a power that is created
with women gather with a spiritual intention. We are committed
creating a space for that to happen. Please join us for an evening
filled with love, devotion, community, and personal growth. Here are
the details:
When: 1st Saturday of every month (starting Feb.2)
When: 5:30 arrival, 6-7 spiritual practice, 7:30 vegetarian potluck
Where: 3502 Indian Point Dr. (Shady Hollow- just south of Brodie/
Slaughter)
What the evening will look like: Upon arrival, there will be a time
for transition. Children will be introduced to the space and can
engage in a nature/art activity. At 6pm all the mama's/women will
gather. For the next hour we will be introduced to a devotional
yogic practice that includes: Kiirtan (mantra chanting), yogic dance,
music, silent meditation, circle/sharing, devotional reading.
*Please join for whatever part of the evening you can.
Childcare: To receive the most out of the evening, it is best to
have little distractions and a space to go deep within. If outside
childcare can be arranged, that is great. If not, we will have a
handful of loving spirits who have volunteered to be with the
children. All of them can be trusted to provide your children with a
nurturing and rich experience.

*We highly value your work as a mother/woman and feel that it is so
important for all of you to give back and nurture yourselves. This
is an opportunity to do that and create loving community at the same
time. Please feel free to pass this on to any mama/woman you think
would benefit. It is open to all levels of experience.

If you are interested or planning to come, please respond to this
email so that I may have a headcount. Also you can be added to a
list that will receive a reminder and updates on other righteous
events.

Looking forward to sharing a blissful evening with you all....

With Love,
Neo-Humanistic Society
Haripriya-Hannah
Radha-Lisa
Minatii-Mollie

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8) 'A Course in Miracles' Forgiveness Hypnotherapy seminar
FREE TO ALL SPIRITUAL SEEKERS: Wed Feb 6th

Do you sometimes have difficulty forgiving people when they push your
buttons and piss you off? :-) Have you ever considered the idea
that the only thing getting in the way of your enlightenment and
perfect Joy is your addiction to blame and judgment?

During this free 2-hour seminar, Erik Archbold, C.Ht., a seasoned
group hypnotherapist, and highly dedicated student of A Course in
Miracles will treat you to a hypnotherapy experience that will be
both enlightening and luxuriously relaxing!

For the first part of the seminar, Erik will guide everyone through a
group hypnotherapy session to relieve all the stress and tension from
the room. This will be followed by a fascinating lecture and
discussion on some of the profound principles found in the Course, as
well as specific ways to apply these principles in your own life.
Finally, after a short intermission, Erik will lead the group through
a second hypnotherapy session focused on integrating the Course's
message into your everyday life.

"For over 7 years I've used clinical hypnotherapy to help people
replace old habits such as smoking or over-eating, with new habits
such as proper diet and exercise. I now feel guided to use these
same skills purely to help people replace their old habits of
judgment and blame… with new habits of forgiveness and peace.
According to the Course-based teachings found in the book The
Disappearance of the Universe by Gary Renard, we are all powerfully
addicted to the ego's thought-system of judgment, which is literally
the source of all of our suffering. Enlightenment is the end of
suffering, and the result of a radical shift in perspective that true
forgiveness helps to facilitate. May you find these teachings
helpful in reaching our shared goal: the journey without distance…
the journey Home." - Erik

Wednesday, Feb 6th, 2008
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Erik's Living Room (with a warm fireplace to keep us cozy!)
9606 Braes Valley St.
Northwest Austin (near the intersection of Hwy 183 & 620)

This seminar is completely free, but if your cup overfloweth, and you
wish to spread the wealth, then a suggestion donation of $5 to $10
would be warmly appreciated. Otherwise, please come anyway and know
that True Abundance has absolutely nothing to do with money!
☺

Please arrive and sign-in at least thirty minutes early (by 7:00
p.m.), get settled and meet people, and enjoy your Self. Also, it is
highly recommended that you bring a blanket and a meditation
chair/cushion/pillow for your utmost comfort!

You must pre-register for this seminar by calling (512) 289-3776.
The space is limited to only 20 people, so please call A.S.A.P. to
reserve a seat.

Sent by: Erik Archbold, C.Hth.
Chapter Director, New Life Clinics Charitable Trust
www. newlifeclinics.org (512) 289- 3776

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9) Truth Be Told Behind and Beyond Bars Presentation==come find out
how to help provide women tools to make the transition to success
beyond bars!

WHEN: Wednesday, January 30, 6:00-7:00PM

WHERE: LCRA Hancock Building, 3700 Lake Austin Blvd., Board
Conference Room.
Please RSVP to <office@...>.
Phone Shannon at 560-3866 if you need more information
Please forward to friends!!

We call the presentation "Behind and Beyond Bars" because it focuses
on how Truth Be Told serves women inmates and gives them tools for
life after prison. Whether you are new to Truth Be Told or one of our
faithful supporters, we hope you'll plan to join us - and bring a
guest! A Truth Be Told graduate will be with us to talk about how
the tools of this program are still affecting her life. A lot of new
and exciting things are taking place, and we'd love to share them
with you.

**Background Information: Truth Be Told is a 501(c)(3) non-profit
organization providing transformational tools for women behind and
beyond bars. Our programs provide respectful listening and creative
tools for personal and spiritual growth for incarcerated women. We
encourage in these women a deeper sense of personal responsibility
and help them face the truth of their pasts and embrace the hope of
their futures.

Please get involved! To read stories from our graduates, learn more,
volunteer or to donate to our program online, please visit our
website at:
http://www.truth-be-told.org/

Parking information: PLEASE NOTE - The Board Conference Room is
located inside the Hancock Building, follow the Truth Be Told signs
near the elevator. It's best to use the main LCRA entrance from Lake
Austin Blvd., on the opposite side of the street from Hula Hut and
Lucy's Boatyard. You'll see their sign and the address, 3700 Lake
Austin Blvd. Once you pull in, look for the first semi-circle
parking lot on your left, with the huge tree-shaded courtyard. That
is the building entrance you'll use, and the Board Conference Room is
on the first floor.

Warmly,

Carol Waid, Founder
Shannon Holtzendorf, Executive Director
Nathalie Sorrell, Founder

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10) Satsang and book celebration of book publication for Stephan
Bodian, Sat, Feb 2nd

Dear Friends:

Please join me for an afternoon devoted to exploring and celebrating
the radiant truth of our essential nature. The gathering will include
quiet sitting, a short talk, and ample time for dialogue.

After satsang, we'll celebrate the publication of my new book, Wake
Up Now: A Guide to the Journey of Spiritual Awakening. I'll read a
few excerpts from the book and sign copies, which will be available
for purchase.

Saturday, February 2
3:00-5:00 pm

at the home of Meridian Grace
510 Kingfisher Creek Drive
Austin TX

(Directions: Take Mo-Pac south to Slaughter, L on Slaughter, R on
Billbrook, R on Watchful Fox to Kingfisher.)

Dana (donation) will be gratefully received, but is not required.
Everyone is welcome.

For more information, you can visit my website at
www.stephanbodian.org.

With warm regards,

Stephan PS Because of my allergies and sensitivities, please
refrain from wearing any perfumes, lotions, essential oils, or other
scented products to satsang.

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11) Amala Foundation Youth Projects: Get involved to raise the
consciousness level of young people==amazing group!!
www.amalafoundation.org

**Camp Indigo & Children In Service

In Austin, Camp Indigo serves children ages 4-11 every July. Now in
its seventh year, Camp Indigo has developed into a place that
children can count on to find community and respect for themselves
and all Life. This camp is supplemented year-round with Children in
Service, a program designed to empower young children by giving them
opportunities to serve the community while inspiring their inner
creativity.

**Global Youth Summit & the One Village Project

For older youth (ages 13-18) in the Austin area, the Amala
Foundation offers the Global Youth Summit- a nine-day overnight camp
focusing on meeting teens with love and respect, healing their
hearts, and making a lasting commitment toward peace. The youth
attending the Global Youth Summit arrive from diverse backgrounds,
including Austin-area refugee and immigrant communities, high-risk
neighborhoods, and more stable home environments. Uniting with love
and compassion, the youth create a lasting community at the Summit.
This community gathers throughout the year at the One Village
Project, an offshoot of GYS also hosted by the Amala Foundation.

**Camp Mana

Serving our sister community on the Big Island of Hawaii, Camp Mana
reaches out to the hearts of children ages 4-12 through art, music,
movement, and play. Connecting with children and listening to their
hearts is a profoundly transformative experience not only for the
children, but for adult volunteers as well.


Amala's Youth Programs are a real and inspiring way to connect with
the amazing children in our community, and are made possible by the
help of many committed volunteers.

If you would like to participate in any of these programs, please
contact Kizzy at youthprojects@....
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11) AKASHIC ATTUNEMENT & TRAINING
When: Sat. Feb. 9: 10-4 & Sun. Feb. 10: 11-4
Where: 3312 Perry Lane (Mopac exit 45 St. Behind Camp Mabry)
Investment: $333. before February 3rd $395. after 2/3/08

Tap into the information from the invisible energy that
surrounds you…Tap into your own Book of Life…It is natural…It is your
birthright!

INTUITIVE AND PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT

Imagine that a software program had been created that could predict
the outcome of any choice that needed to be made in your life. There
is such a software…it is called your Akashic Records. It contains all
of the answers for your Now Life!!

LEARN TO ACCESS YOUR OWN RECORDS
And Retrieve Important Information for Your Life Decisions

Sign up NOW!

Water, tea, snacks provided.

What to bring: Pillows; Bag Lunch; Comfortable clothes

For more details Call: LYNN 512-417-6323
DrLynnLawrence@...

Greetings, All.

 I received the following email this morning. Smiling, I read astrological
 events supporting the energy being pulsed by the Galactic Center, 
the creational force described by the Maya Calendars. As we move through 
these last few days of the current Akbal Trecena, our intention has been to 
look within - pay attention to our dreams, also a time for secrets to come to 
light. What have we experienced since beginning this Trecena on Jan. 20th?

 The next Trecena begins Saturday, Feb. 2nd. The energies of Cib, 
(pronounced keeb) generate the following until its Trecena ends Feb. 14th. 
The overall energy for this time is as follows: "Trecena of testing 
and tough decisions. Golden opportunities to move from shadow to light in 
dealing with energies of previous thirteen days. another time of political truths - 
realizing what is real and what is not." 


Details for each day are available on my website www.karen-rollins.com .
As many of you already know, I plan and schedule all aspects of my life 
according to these energies. Sample pages for my Day Book and Perpetual 
Meditational Guide are now online, also. Both provide information on
Maya Calendar energies - the Day Book with detailed specifics --the Perpetual
Guide with broad information on Tone and Sign energies for you to intuit your
 own interpretations.

 Having already told friends of my intention to spend the next 3 Trecenas 
(39 days) as introspective, creative time, this astrological info provides great 
confirmation.

 Blessings to you all. Please stay in touch. I will be available by email or 
phone. Wishing you Peace, Beauty and overflowing Abundance.

 Karen
__________________________________________________________
--- In HumanityHealing@yahoogroups.com, "humanityhealing"
<butterflygris@...> wrote:

[Daily Cosmic Calendar]
Hold Everything! The universe declares a cease-fire and you need to pay 
attention to what's happening all around you. The big news for sure is the 
stopping of Mercury at 24 degrees of Aquarius (12:32PM PST) and its 
accompanying retrograde shift until February 18. All Mercury themes - 
information exchange, the five senses, intellect and logic, business and trade, 
communication and transportation, reading and writing, learning and classes,
words and language, hand-eye coordination, dexterity and versatility, 
the lungs and breathing, wind and air, magic acts, trickery, theft
and 
sleight-of-hand - are prominent now and over the next couple of days. Be 
aware that Mercury will remain virtually motionless for about 48 hours, so 
don't assume that it is suddenly dashing into reverse mode. It is wise to be 
more cautious about major signings, agreements and business negotiations. 
Use the next three weeks to review, reflect and re-evaluate what's been 
happening in the key areas of life mentioned above. While flowing Moon-
Mercury and Moon-Mars trines occur at 1:22PM PST and 1:49PM PST 
(creating a temporary grand triangle in air signs), the latter time also begins a
long void lunar cycle that lasts until 1:36AM PST on Tuesday and the arrival 
of intensive Scorpio Moon. Therefore, pushing the envelope across the board 
will probably boomerang against you. It is still very helpful to be extra 
sensitive to dear ones on the ropes when Mercury parallels Juno (2:06PM PST)
and Venus makes a mentally-stimulating
72-degree quintile with Pallas 
(10:31PM PST). Both of these time-periods can help to restore your self-
confidence and give you insights into the behavior of key partners. Start 
gearing up for Mars ending its retrograde cycle and turning forward in late 
Gemini on Wednesday January 30.

Copyright, 2007 Mark Lerner
<http://horoscopes.astrology.com/lerner.html> & Great Bear Enterprises, Ltd.

*luv and excerpts from Catalyst For Fun Newsletter
   *to subscribe directly, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catalystforfun/
                                 xxx Amanda Winters

1) Wisdom at Work Happy Hour, Thurs, 1/24 6pm
2)Progressive Potluckers JANUARY POTLUCK - Sunday, January 27, 10:00
3) Nobelity Project Fundraiser, Sunday, 1/27---Amazing Lineup for a
wonderful cause--- www.nobelity.org –ck out the lineup: Joe Ely,
DixieChick
4)Upcoming Events from The Omega Crossings Center
www.thecrossingsaustin.com (note: Teachers from the film "The Secret"
coming!
5) Upcoming Events at Casa de Luz (see www.casadeluz.org to sign up
for their event calendar!)
6) Public meeting Space for Rent : Khabele Studio (near Katz's Deli
on 6th Street)

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Prayer/Positive Energy Request: I ask for you to create in your minds
excitement for this  positive vision/ prayer for our dear friend,
John Slatin. That he be restored completely by his current medical
treatments to his natural state of perfect and whole health. That he
live on for the rest of his days with abundant energy, in total
physical ease, spreading his amazing light and love to all of us
through his own irrepressibly positive ways and his incredible and
important work to create access to the internet for disabled people
through the University of Texas. Forward on if you like!
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***The Thought That Counts Quote:


"It is the food which you furnish to your mind that determines the
whole character of your life. "  Emmet Fox

If I only ate junk food, my body would suffer from lack of nutrients
and my mind could be affected, evidenced by low energy and interest,
confusion, mood swings. I wouldn't be very good company and my
moodiness might rub off on others.

If I water and nourish my plants only once in a while, they might
turn from beautiful green to crackly brown and just wither away.

If I stop reading, trying new things, having meaningful
conversations, singing, writing in my journal... if I don't pray or
spend precious moments in the stillness, my brain might slow down,
thinking might become difficult, my mind might cease to reason. This
life might appear to be something just to endure.

In all of these cases, Universal Spiritual Law corresponds by
corresponding in a like manner. …..

Ah, and when I feed my positive, loving thoughts… thoughts of God,
peace, love, harmony, play and beauty, what happens? I move in joy,
knowing that all is truly well—that there is nothing to fear, think
up or make happen. I live fully, vibrantly in the NOW, allowing
Spirit to move me in wonderful ways I never imagined. Peace, love and
joy fill my being and, as I radiate this in the world, it is changed.
**Affirmation:

This day, I flow in the order of the Divine. One with Pure
Intelligence, I invite that which is seeking to express as me.
          Peggy Zimmerman

*This quote drawn is an excerpt drawn from the MAGNIFICENT Thought-A-
Day e-mail newsletter, `Inner Dimensions',  –available through the
Rev. Michael Beckwith's organization. (Rev Beckwith is featured in
the consciousness raising film `The Secret'. Find his work at
www.agapelive.com (I highly recommend his teachings…I was completely
and totally blown away by his ability to articulate the power of
intention in a spiritual way while  visiting his his awesome church
in Los Angeles recently! )

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1) Wisdom at Work Happy Hour, Thurs, 1/24 6pm
The New Year finds Wisdom at Work creating more opportunities for
networking and community gatherings, while providing even more
avenues for deepening our spiritual practices in our professional and
personal lives.
Look for not only our monthly luncheons with exciting speakers who
will be exploring how to transform our professional lives and
relationships, but also get ready to mark your calendars for a new
opportunity to gather with like-minded friends in the evening.
Wisdom After Work will offer more intimate opportunities to get to
know one another better and to explore "how to" apply contemporary
practices in the workplace that deepen spiritual practices,
traditions and values. These will be an evening series of
discussions, films, books, music and social activities that center
around our understanding of universal wisdom principles and on
applying them in our everyday experiences of work and life. Look for
meeting logistics to be announced in the next few weeks.
We are also opening participation to the behind-the- scenes aspects
of Wisdom at Work by expanding our Volunteer Program. We are inviting
each of you to step forward and volunteer your gifts, so that our
community can grow and thrive. There are many ways to contribute and
be involved.
Join us on Thursday evening, Jan 24th at 6 pm for a "Happy Hour" at
Mandola's Italian Market at 4700 W. Guadalupe. Come meet the WAW
Council, hear all about our plans, share your plans and learn how to
get connected. Please RSVP to Nogie King at nogie@...
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2)  Wisdom at Work January 28th luncheon •  "The Judgment Window": A
Tool for Seeing and Speaking to the Heart of Another: How to Reduce
Criticism and Judgment with Michael Skye  (see www.visionforce.com
for more on Michael's work)

Date: Friday, January 25, 2008
Time: Registration & Networking start at 11:30 a.m.
Luncheon and Presentation: Noon - 1:15 p.m.

Cost: Lunch and program is $20 (check or cash only) at the door; make
check out to WAW.

Location: Marie Callender's Restaurant, 9503 Research Blvd # 400,
Austin, TX 78759, Tel: (512) 349-7151
Business success in the 21st century requires organizational cultures
that encourage and experience increasing levels of trust,
transparency and authenticity. Because work is, at its core, a
fundamental human endeavor, leaders need to master tools that empower
and sustain high-powered relationships.
Yet, most of us live in cultures, both at home and at work, that are
full of criticism and judgment. We perceive criticism, we anticipate
judgment and we beat ourselves up before others can make us wrong. We
all naturally and reflexively create walls of judgment when faced
with the negativity of criticism.
Come join us as Michael Skye, founder of VisionForce walks us
through "The Judgment Window", a tool that brings down our walls of
judgment and defense so that people can feel truly seen and honored.
As Michael demonstrates this simple yet powerful relationship tool,
you can learn how to:
- Breakdown the walls that create distance between you and your co-
workers, your family and other important relationships.
- Shift from judgment to extreme compassion with anyone, instantly.
- Transform a good relationship into a powerful alliance.
- Turn your critics into allies.

Please join us for this stimulating and transformational experience.

Michael Skye, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer for Austin's own
VisionForce, works with a new breed of impassioned change agents,
entrepreneurs and visionary leaders from around the world who are
giving their lives to stand for all of humanity. His visionary
leadership training, VisionForce Boot Camp (video ), is part of the
One Million Visionaries Campaign. Boot Camp and the on-line course,
Visionary Mind Shifts, are powerful wake-up calls for those who are
ready to move from taking positions to making a stand. It is being
applauded by many local leaders, such as Richard Halpin of American
Youthworks, Jeannette Peaten of Big Austin, Brandy Clark of Austin
Eco Network and Nogie King of Wisdom at Work.

To register, go to: email: wawevite@...
web: http://www.wisdomatworkaustin.org

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3) Progressive Potluckers JANUARY POTLUCK - Sunday, January 27, 10:00
a.m. To 1:00
Hosting The Ethical Society of Austin

When: Sunday, January 27, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Laguna Gloria Solarium, 3809 W. 35th St., Austin

The Ethical Society of Austin is a humanistic religious organization
dedicated to personal ethics and reason, committed to the creed that
each
individual has inherent worth and dignity and inspired by the ideal
that the
supreme aim of human life is working to create a more humane society.
The
Potluckers with visit with the Ethical Society of Austin members
during
their regular weekly meeting and learn more about the ideas and
issues that
are the focus of this organization. Learn more at
http://www.esoa.org/.
Contact Tim Hayles at thayles@... with questions.

PLEASE BRING a dish that serves 6-8 people. There are no food or
beverage
restrictions. Our hosts will provide plates, utensils, napkins, cups
and
drinks.

DIRECTIONS:

From Mopac and 35th go west on 35th. After the stop sign at Balcones
the
road, and you, will bear left. The water treatment plant will be on
the
right. Continue down the road past the plant. Mayfield Park will then
be on
your left. The road will soon dead-end with the Austin Country Club
on the
right and the entrance to Laguna Gloria on the left. Drive in and
park. We
meet in the villa, upstairs in a room called the Solarium. The
kitchen is
downstairs immediately to the left of the main entrance. There is a
microwave.

For a map and directions, you can see Laguna Gloria¹s site (
http://www.amoa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=fac_laguna) or search at
http://maps.google.com. For public transportation, go to
http://www.capmetro.org/riding/schedulesandmaps.asp

About Progressive Potluckers: Changing the world, one covered dish at
a time.  On the web at www.AustinProgressiveCalendar.com/potluck.htm.
If you have an idea for a potluck, email Diane at
dianemiller@... or Jerry at gamundson@....
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  4) Nobelity Project Fundraiser, Sunday, 1/27---Amazing Lineup for a
wonderful cause---www.nobelity.org

e from Turk Pipkin, the Nobelity Project's  founder:

This is going to be a great night, and a big benefit to our work at
the Nobelity Project. Seating is very limited, and though $500 is the
lowest price, Christy and I would like to offer those to RESULTS
members and supporters for half price.  Please pass the invite along.
Hope to see you this weekend at the Yunus signing.  Turk
To the many friends of the Nobelity Project,
We are excited to announce the Texas All-star Nobelity Dinner at the
Austin Four Seasons on Sunday, January 27.  (Full info in the color
invite below.)
We've lined up an amazing array of Texas talent - 25 great artists,
each of whom will host a table with 10 guests.

The artists include Owen Wilson, Ricardo Chavira of Desperate
Housewives, Kinky Friedman, Martie Maguire of the Dixie Chicks,
Greater Tuna, Mike Judge, Harry Anderson, Shawn Colvin, Joe Ely,
Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Lawrence Wright and many more.
With this event, we hope to complete funding for the new film on
solutions to global problems, One Peace at a Time. Tables are $10,000
for ten people, and individual seats are available for $500 & $1,000.
The evening includes a cocktail reception with all the celebs, dinner
with your host artist, and a great show with Joe Ely, Bob Schneider,
and actor/magician Harry Anderson , and 94-year-old Grammy nominee,
Pinetop Perkins.
Our guest of honor is Nobel laureate Steve Weinberg (which means the
dress is " Smart").
The event is 6 - 9. p.m., Sunday, January 27. This is going to be a
great evening - good times for a great cause!

Christy and Turk Pipkin  263-7971
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5) Upcoming Events from The Omega Crossings Center
www.thecrossingsaustin.com (note teachers from the film "The Secret"
coming  2/29 !
*sign up for their emails about events on their site!

Your Body Speaks Your Mind
with Deb and Ed Shapiro: Jan. 25–27

Into the "LITE" (The Hypnosis Diet for Health and Well-Being)
with Janice Taylor: Jan. 25–27

Getting the Love You Want as a Spiritual Path
with Harville Hendrix, PhD, and Helen LaKelly Hunt, PhD: Feb. 1–3

Boot Camp for Goddesses
with Sierra Bender: Feb. 3–8

The Gift of Equus LIVE DEMONSTRATION: Feb. 6 at The Crossings

Hormone Hell: Not Just Your Mother's Problem Anymore
with C.W. Randolph, Jr. and Genie James: Feb. 15–17

Mind, Brain, and Intention (Your Thoughts Can Change Your Life)
with Dr. Joe Dispenza and Lynne McTaggart: Feb. 29–March 2

The Gift of Equus (Discover Yourself through the Eyes of a Horse)
with Koelle Simpson: Mar. 20–23

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6) Upcoming Events at Casa de Luz (see www.casadeluz.org to sign up
for their event calendar!)

Neuro Linguistic Programming Seminar
Saturday, February 02, 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Cielo Room.
         Join international trainers Tom and Bobbi Best to experience
what Neuro Linguistic Programming has to offer. You will gain skills,
discover resources and master techniques that can greatly expand your
behavioral choices and increase your flexibility.
         The way you see, hear and feel the world can literally change
as you learn how to express yourself in alignment with your highest
values.
Cost: $75

**************
Raw Presence: Showing Up Without a Plan
Friday, February 08,  7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Auditorium.
         We can forget this world, forget what we thought we were, and
feel our way into this alive dissolution of Presence. Feel our way by
saying yes, and emptying and emptying and emptying, emptying
everything that rises, giving it to the ocean. Saying yes to it as we
feel it moving inside us, moving as us, saying yes to this resting,
resting as the unknown itself."
         What comes into being when we are willing to empty and enter
the moment fully, without a plan, reference points or a map? How does
raw Presence speak, move, laugh, be? Join Jeannie and friends in
being part of a body of living discovery in the freshness of now.
         Jeannie Zandi is a guide of presence and love who works
intensively with individuals and groups through meetings and retreats
to assist in the expression of one's highest in daily life. She has
an MA from Naropa University in Transpersonal

***************
Aphrodisiacs - Cook to Love, Love to Cook
Saturday, February 09,  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cielo Room.
Taught by Madelina Pizzo $55

Valentine's Day Bake Sale
Saturday, February 9,  11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bake Sale with Rosa Vera

**********
Woman On Fire
Saturday, February 09,  1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Cielo Room.
         We want to give birth to this whole baby. We don't just want
to be nicer, happier women; we want to transform the face of the
planet. That's what we're here for. We're just waiting for everyone's
permission. How about we don't wait?"
         No size or shape of spiritual box can possibly contain the
wild aliveness of a free woman. Join Jeannie and women friends in a
radical departure from the known, straight into the uncharted
richness of your own deepest instinctive heart.
         Jeannie Zandi is a guide of presence and love who works
intensively with individuals and groups through meetings and retreats
to assist in the expression of one's highest in daily life. She has
an MA from Naropa University in Transpersonal Counseling and resides
in Taos, New Mexico. Visit www.jeanniezandi.com
<http://www.jeanniezandi.com/> for more information. Private sessions
are available while Jeannie is in Austin - call 575.779.4131 to
schedule.

*************

Homemade Pizza with Sprouted Crust
Thursday, February 21,  7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cielo Room.
Christina Terriquez $45

******
Personal Renewal Group Workshop Schedule

Supportive, nurturing and empowering, The Personal Renewal Group for
Mothers is a life coaching program for moms created specifically to
explore and learn

1) how to "reconnect" with who you are,
2) strategies for making self-care/nurturing a priority so you can
live, love and parent optimally and
3) how to experience greater life balance.
         The program is based on career and work/life balance coach
Renée Trudeau's book The Mother's Guide to Self-Renewal: How to
Reclaim, Rejuvenate and Re-Balance Your Life.
Six Month Session
         First Monday of Each Month: July 2, August 6, September 3,
October 1, and November 6 $200 ($33/month)  Includes all materials
and a signed book by Renee Trudeau.
12 Month Session
         First Monday of Each Month:  February 5, March 3, April 7 and
May 5. $350 ($29/month) Includes all materials, a signed book by
Renee Trudeau, and a lifetime membership to Nannie From the Heart.
         Workshop size limit is eight people per session. Sessions are
more valuable if you can commit to the entire the year, as they
follow the 12 chapters in the book.  Deadline for signing up is May
25.
Checks, cash, and all major credit cards accepted.
To sign up, email or call:  Rebecca D'Amico
rebecca@...
****

  **Regular Events

Tuesday - Gurdjieff Society of Austin
8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Serena

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7) Public meeting Space for Rent : Khabele Studio (near Katz's Deli
on 6th Street)

The Khabele Studio is a 2,000 square foot studio space located at 701
W. 7th St., one block away from the Khabele campus on the corner of
7th and Rio Grande.  The studio houses the school's martial arts,
dance, yoga, music and world music programs.  It is available for
rental and features dance workshops, rehearsals, and yoga classes for
the Austin community.  The studio is also an ideal space for art
openings, parties, and small musical performances.

The studio features:

     •     Brand new sprung hard wood dance floors
     •     Spacious dressing rooms
     •     Central downtown location with ample parking
     •     Piano, various musical instruments, and event sound system
available for rental
     •     Martial arts mats
     •     Innovative lighting perfect for art openings

The studio is available for rental every evening from 4:30pm and
later and Saturdays and Sundays all hours.  Please see the Khabele
Studio Calendar to check availability for your event or class.
www.khabele.org . You can contact Moya as well at moya@...,
512-480-4182

Studio Rental Rates

$35 per hour for classes and workshops, $25 per hour nonprofit rate
$150 flat rate for art openings, parties, special events, or musical
performances, $125 flat nonprofit rate

$25 per hour for musical instrument and event sound system rental,
$20 per hour nonprofit rate

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JOIN US TOMORROW TONIGHT FOR:

Anam Cara: a Womyn's Circle of Self-Discovery
Anam Cara - Irish term for "soul friend"

You are invited to join a circle of womyn embarking on a journey of
self-discovery
through exploration of archetypal powers.

Some of the areas for exploration include: trust; self-expression;
relationships; intuition;
self-confidence; goal setting & focus; communication; intention.

Together we will learn – about ourselves, about others, new skills for
empowerment.

First meeting of the 2008 session:

Thursday, 1/24,
630-930pm
Meetings held every 2nd & 4th Thursday each month January - September.
In October we complete our journey with a weekend retreat.
COST: $15/meeting
Limited number of scholarships available.

Held at:
Advanced Holistic Healing Arts
321 W. Ben White, Ste. 203
512-448-2266

In South Bend Center on eastbound Ben White between So. First & Congress Ave.

Visit Advanced Holistic Healing Arts at www.holistichealingarts.net for more
information
and a downloadable flyer.

Call 512-448-2266 or email Michelle for details.

Come experience –

Hilde Girls
with Susan Lincoln
Spring 2008

Singing the Connected Heart

Sampler Evening
Tuesday, Jan. 29, 7pm - 930pm
For women who have wished for a "Hilde Girls experience"
this evening has been created for you.

New women, $10
previous Hilde Girls free

Spring Session
Tuesday evenings: Feb. 5 - April 15, 7pm - 930pm
Fri., Apr. 11, 7pm Dress rehearsal
Sat., Apr. 12, 8pm Public Celebration
          Benefitting Global Camps Africa

Sampler & Session held at:
Unity Church of Austin
2806 Del Curto   (near S. Lamar & Bluebonnet)

Dress rehearsal and celebration held at:
Unity Church of the Hills, 9905 Anderson Mill Rd.

$300 (includes class cd and all music)
Check, cash or charge at first class; payment plans available
See website for details: www.hildegirls.com

Learn to rewrite the software of your
subconscious mind
and change your life!

CRYSTAL HEALING WORKSHOP
Led by Russell Forsyth
www.harmoniccrystalhealing.com

Take an in-depth look at the science behind the theories of heat, vibration and
light that
crystals use to facilitate healing. Perfect for the healer or energy worker who
wants to add
new modalities to their practice, as well as anyone interested in knowing more
about the
treatment. Focus is on the Vogel-Cut® Crystal technology. Everyone will receive
a crystal
healing session if they so desire ($75 value).

For more detailed information on the class visit:
http://www.resource-connection.net

Saturday, January 26, 10am - 5pm
$99

LOCATION: Resource Connection, 321 W. Ben White, Ste 203
Call 512-448-2266 to register.
Advance registration required.

I'm glad you posted a reminder here, about the
event being this weekend and at Inn of the Hills
(1001 Junction Hwy).

I received a post card from one of the exhibitors,
but missed where it was exactly in Kerville.

So, thank you!

I don't know if there are any "Laughter Yoga" instructors here in Austin.  If
so, hopefully
you can speak more to this topic, and how you see it / use it within your
practice.  --- and
if we don't have any ---- well maybe it's time that a few people got trained. 
(grin)


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Coming Up Fast: Laughter Yoga In Dallas, Texas, On January 25, 26 and 27!


Public Awareness Workshop on Friday, Jan. 25, 2008: 7pm until 8:30pm
Come laugh with us! You will feel good. Guaranteed.


Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training on Jan. 26-27 (Sat-Sun)
This is a 2 day training where you'll not only learn more about how to lead a
Laughter
Yoga session with a variety of students, but you'll have lots of time and
support to practice
your skills in your unique way!

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Hi Y'all,

I got this info via email about the supposedly largest expo going on
in the USA.  I don't know if there is still room for exhibitions or not,
but you may want to put it on your agenda for next year if you can't
make it to this year's event.

I noticed when pricing conference tickets as a participant, that each
activity has its own fee structure.  Some things are free or covered
in one fee, and other activities are a separate cost.  Check the web
site carefully for details.

There are some big names at this conference and people, who have
been associated with new age consciousness since the 1980's and
earlier.

-----------------------------------------

"Empowered Living, Alternative Health, Conscious Social Justice"
February 8 – 11, 2008
LAX Hilton Hotel

Features internationally recognized speakers, panels and symposiums
on a variety of topics.
                                                                                \
               
WHAT:   Conscious Life Expo, Business Symposium and Film Festival
The primary intention of the Conscious Life Conference and Exposition
  is to participate in the conscious co-creation of a new world; a world
based on new paradigms in science, spirituality and global community.
It is one of the largest conferences of its kind in the U.S.A today.
 
WHEN:   February 8 – 11, 2008
Friday, February 8  --   1:00pm to 9:00pm
Saturday, February 9   --     9:00am to  9:00pm
Sunday, February 10   --     9:00am to 7:00pm
Monday, February 11  --     9:00-7:00 pm (Workshops only)
 
WHERE:   LAX Hilton Hotel, 5711 W. Century Bl.  Los Angeles, CA 90045
1-800-367-5777

INFO :   Visit www.consciouslifeexpo.com for more info 800-367-5777

Yes, I met Daeryl recently and she is doing readings at the Kerrville
event. I think she comes to Austin as well. We have a lot of good
practitioners to choose from in Texas.



--- In centraltexasmetaphysical@yahoogroups.com, "Brandi Avant"
<happybrandi@...> wrote:
>
> A wonderful person who is based in West Texas and does phone
consultations
> with people is Daeryl Holzer.  Check her out at www.soulshift.com
> <http://www.soulshift.com/> .
>
> She is clairvoyant and calls herself an Imaginarian.  She works
with people
> a lot on soul/past life regressions, and does teachings, public
speaking,
> private sessions, etc.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Brandi Avant Schunk, LMT
> Your Chronic Pain Relief Specialist
> The Healing House of Round Rock, LLC
>
> cell 512-924-7620
>  <mailto:happybrandi@...> happybrandi@...
>
> www.brandischunk.com  Massage Therapist
>  <http://www.thehealinghouseonline.com>
www.thehealinghouseonline.com
> President
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: centraltexasmetaphysical@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:centraltexasmetaphysical@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of
orinelan
> Sent: Thursday, January 17, 2008 8:36 AM
> To: centraltexasmetaphysical@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [centraltexasmetaphysical] Re: clairvoyant
>
>
>
> I do not know them, but I am sure the person that was just
> recommended to you is fine. I live in West Texas and people often
ask
> me for referrals all the time since I have organized holistic
> associations, do large events and know many practitioners.
>
> I have personally found over the last 20 years that it can be hit
and
> miss. I have worked with many people - most who were good and some
I
> just did not click with. I am an intuitive and I tell people to
trust
> their own intuition on their path. Talk to people, see what you
feel
> when picking a practitioner. Check out their website and writings
if
> they have any to see if it feels right.
>
> Keep in mind that as you grow you will vibrate with different
> spiritual tools. Be flexible and be willing to open to trying
> different readers/healers. However, you may just click with one and
> that can work as well.
>
> Hope this helps
>
> Egan
>
> --- In centraltexasmetaphy
> <mailto:centraltexasmetaphysical%40yahoogroups.com>
sical@yahoogroups.com,
> "mgierhart"
> <mgierhart@> wrote:
> >
> > Hi Everyone-
> >
> > I joined this group looking for more information on metaphysical
> > topics/event in Austin. I am especially looking for a clairvoyant
> in
> > AUSTIN to help guide me a few times a year and maybe some energy
> work.
> >
> > I am in school full time and also work so I don't have time to
> attend a
> > lot of events and meet people. So I was wondering if someone
could
> > personally recommend anyone in the area. The person I used to
work
> with
> > recently passed on and I don't know how to look for the "real
> thing"
> > besides places like this and personal references. So any help
> would be
> > greatly appreciated. I'd love to hear anyone's testimonials if
you
> > feel like sharing. Feel free to email me privately.
> >
> > THANKS!!
> > M. Martinez
> >
>

Next week is my first event in Kerrville. Expo exhibitors are coming
from Dallas, San Angelo, Abilene, Austin, Houston, San Antonio,
Colorado, as well as Kerrville itself, to participate. It's my
largest show and we created it in such a way where there is a lot of
variety. We have a holistic comedian who will be doing talk and many
other intersting things like the crsytal workshop. We are doing a
blood drive and giving out reusable shopping bags to help reduce the
use of plastic bags which harm the environment. We are also doing
opening and closing ceremonies to expand consciousness and create a
very clear energy.

If any person on this list lives near Kerrville and is a
practitioner, You are welcome to join us at a special party Friday
night. It's to welcome exhibitors and socialize before the expo. I
hope that a holistic association for education, support and
networking will form in the area after the show. We have groups in
San Angelo and Abilene. There are also a few groups in Houston.

Anyway, that's the story. I hope to meet some of the people on the
list and I thank the group owner for creating it.

Egan aka Bagonaut



Saturday - Sunday, January 26-27, 2008
Kerrville Wholistic Rodeo: Health – Mind – Spirit - Eco Expo
10:00am-6:00pm Sat, 11:00am-5:00pm Sun
Kerrville, Texas

The Largest Wholistic Rodeo event yet! The Kerrville Wholistic Rodeo:
Health - Mind - Spirit – Eco Expo is for people interested in
Holistic/Natural Health, Personal & Spiritual Growth and Ecology.

Tools, unique and unusual gifts and products, services, and
information that support health and well being will be exhibited.
This expo will feature 45 Exhibitors, 23 Free Lectures and 3 Special
Events: Crystal Workshop with Adrienne Goff, Film Showing of "The
Lathe of Heaven" and the "Organic Matters" live radio show
broadcasts. Special exhibits include: Faerie~Scape Artwork Display,
Adrienne's Crystal Chamber, the Wall of Wisdom and Bigbag1. The
Wholistic Rodeo will also be making a charitable contribution to the
Texas Campaign for the Environment to support awareness of their many
efforts.

It will be held at the Inn of the Hills, 1001 Junction Highway, 830-
895-5000, Sat from 10am-6pm, Sun from 11am-5pm. Admission is $10 for
a two-day pass. Children under 12 are free. Win FREE prizes from
Wholistic Rodeo exhibitors by donating to the South Texas Blood
Center.

The first 300 attendees to this event will receive a FREE Canvas
shopping bag. Come join us for a full weekend of good energy, sharing
of knowledge and fun. To purchase Special Event tickets in advance,
volunteer or for more information, please call 877-454-3411.
www.wholisticrodeo.com

I do not know them, but I am sure the person that was just
recommended to you is fine. I live in West Texas and people often ask
me for referrals all the time since I have organized holistic
associations, do large events and know many practitioners.

I have personally found over the last 20 years that it can be hit and
miss. I have worked with many people - most who were good and some I
just did not click with. I am an intuitive and I tell people to trust
their own intuition on their path. Talk to people, see what you feel
when picking a practitioner. Check out their website and writings if
they have any to see if it feels right.

Keep in mind that as you grow you will vibrate with different
spiritual tools. Be flexible and be willing to open to trying
different readers/healers. However, you may just click with one and
that can work as well.

Hope this helps

Egan


--- In centraltexasmetaphysical@yahoogroups.com, "mgierhart"
<mgierhart@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Everyone-
>
> I joined this group looking for more information on metaphysical
> topics/event in Austin. I am especially looking for a clairvoyant
in
> AUSTIN to help guide me a few times a year and maybe some energy
work.
>
> I am in school full time and also work so I don't have time to
attend a
> lot of events and meet people. So I was wondering if someone could
> personally recommend anyone in the area. The person I used to work
with
> recently passed on and I don't know how to look for the "real
thing"
> besides places like this and personal references.  So any help
would be
> greatly appreciated.  I'd love to hear anyone's testimonials if you
> feel like sharing.  Feel free to email me privately.
>
> THANKS!!
> M. Martinez
>

I can highly recommend Lynn Lawrence:
417-6323
drlynnlawrence@...

She works with Akashic records, teaches classes, and used to be a
professional psychotherapist. She is accurate and quick. I really like
her, and have gotten a lot out of her work.

Take care, epiphany

> Hi Everyone-
>
> I joined this group looking for more information on metaphysical
> topics/event in Austin. I am especially looking for a clairvoyant in
> AUSTIN to help guide me a few times a year and maybe some energy work.
>
> I am in school full time and also work so I don't have time to attend a
> lot of events and meet people. So I was wondering if someone could
> personally recommend anyone in the area. The person I used to work with
> recently passed on and I don't know how to look for the "real thing"
> besides places like this and personal references.  So any help would be
> greatly appreciated.  I'd love to hear anyone's testimonials if you
> feel like sharing.  Feel free to email me privately.
>
> THANKS!!
> M. Martinez
>
>


--
"Gaia's main problems are not industrialization, ozone depletion,
overpopulation, or resource depletion. Gaia's main problem is the lack of
mutual understanding and mutual agreement in the noosphere about how to
proceed with those problems. We cannot rein in industry if we cannot reach
mutual understanding and mutual agreement based on a worldcentric moral
perspective concerning the global commons. And we reach that worldcentric
moral perspective through a difficult and laborious process of interior
growth and transcendence."
         -- Ken Wilber, A Brief History of Everything

Hi Everyone-

I joined this group looking for more information on metaphysical
topics/event in Austin. I am especially looking for a clairvoyant in
AUSTIN to help guide me a few times a year and maybe some energy work.

I am in school full time and also work so I don't have time to attend a
lot of events and meet people. So I was wondering if someone could
personally recommend anyone in the area. The person I used to work with
recently passed on and I don't know how to look for the "real thing"
besides places like this and personal references.  So any help would be
greatly appreciated.  I'd love to hear anyone's testimonials if you
feel like sharing.  Feel free to email me privately.

THANKS!!
M. Martinez

Greetings.

    The Maya Energy for today (Lahun Cauac) cycles with the intent of attracting abundance and affluence into our business, on both a physical and spiritual plane.   When we honor our purpose in life, we are synchronizing our intent with these daily energies. 

    This writing by Deepak Chopra, received quite syncronistically today, fittingly reflects the universal nature of evolutionary energy pulses.  May your day abound with abundance and creativity as we each express our personal Laws of Dharma - in service to  self and others. 

    Blessings,

          Karen

Honor Your Purpose in Life

Adapted from The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepak Chopra (New World Library, 1994).

You have a unique talent and a unique way of expressing it. There is something that you can do better than anyone else in the whole world. And for every unique talent and unique expression of that talent, there are also unique needs. When these needs are matched with the creative expression of your talent, that is the spark that creates affluence. This is the Law of Dharma.

SIMPLE SOLUTION:  Make the Law of Dharma into effect by making a commitment to making the following steps:

1. Today I will lovingly nurture the god or goddess in embryo that lies deep within my soul. I will pay attention to the spirit within me that animates both my body and my mind. I will awaken myself to this deep stillness within my heart. I will carry the consciousness of timeless, eternal being in the midst of time-bound experience.

2. I will make a list of my unique talents. Then I will list all the things that I love to do while expressing my unique talents. When I express my unique talents and use them in the service of humanity, I lose track of time and create abundance in my life as well as in the lives of others.

3. I will ask myself daily, "How can I serve?" and "How can I help?" The answers to these questions will allow me to help and serve my fellow human beings with love.

**Love and only the Personal Growth Excerpts from The Catalyst for
Fun Newsletter: Connecting Austin with with conscious, fun and
activism resources.

**To subscribe directly, or to access many community resource/
networking resource files, see directions at the bottom of this
email!  0x Love yous! Amanda Winters, LMSW  :)
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2) Wisdom at Work Fri, 1/25  luncheon, "The Judgment Window": A Tool
for Seeing and Speaking to the Heart of Another: How to Reduce
Criticism and Judgment with Michael Skye
3) "Leadership in the 21st Century: Building a High Performance,
Values Driven Organization": a one-day workshop with Richard
Barrett , Wed, 1/16 at The Crossings
8) Women's Dream Circle beginning January 20 through February 26
    Sundays at 5:30 to 7:30
10) Upcoming Sittings with Vanessa Stone Wed, Jan 16th and Sat,
     Jan 17th  (Vanessa is one of the finest teachers of inner peace
      to world peace in the world I think! I invite you to meet her!)
14) Austin Church of Religious Science Celebrates Its 6th Anniversary
==a wonderful group studying a 'new thought' form of spirituality
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**The Thought that Counts Quotes: dedicated to my dear, nature loving
friend Dr. Adam Maher, who blessed us all and made his transition
this week.

"How strange that nature does not knock, and yet
does not intrude!"
                     -- Emily Dickinson

"In wilderness I sense the miracle of life, and
behind it our scientific accomplishments fade to trivia."
                -- Charles A. Lindbergh

" The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely
or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where
they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature
and God…I firmly believe that nature brings solace
in all troubles."    -- Anne Frank

*all quotes drawn from the wonderful Sierra Club Thought a Day
   newsletter, Ray of Hope.
         *To subscribe, go to:
http://sierra.convio.net/site/PageServer?
pagename=Signup_DailyRayOfHope

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2) Wisdom at Work January 28th luncheon •  "The Judgment Window": A
Tool for Seeing and Speaking to the Heart of Another: How to Reduce
Criticism and Judgment with Michael Skye

Date: Friday, January 25, 2008
Time: Registration & Networking start at 11:30 a.m.
Luncheon and Presentation: Noon - 1:15 p.m.

Cost: Lunch and program is $20 (check or cash only) at the door; make
check out to WAW.

Location: Marie Callender's Restaurant, 9503 Research Blvd # 400,
Austin, TX 78759, Tel: (512) 349-7151


Business success in the 21st century requires organizational cultures
that encourage and experience increasing levels of trust,
transparency and authenticity. Because work is, at its core, a
fundamental human endeavor, leaders need to master tools that empower
and sustain high-powered relationships.

Yet, most of us live in cultures, both at home and at work, that are
full of criticism and judgment. We perceive criticism, we anticipate
judgment and we beat ourselves up before others can make us wrong. We
all naturally and reflexively create walls of judgment when faced
with the negativity of criticism.

Come join us as Michael Skye, founder of VisionForce walks us
through "The Judgment Window", a tool that brings down our walls of
judgment and defense so that people can feel truly seen and honored.

As Michael demonstrates this simple yet powerful relationship tool,
you can learn how to:

- Breakdown the walls that create distance between you and your co-
workers, your family and other important relationships.
- Shift from judgment to extreme compassion with anyone, instantly.
- Transform a good relationship into a powerful alliance.
- Turn your critics into allies.

Please join us for this stimulating and transformational experience.

Michael Skye, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer for Austin's own
VisionForce, works with a new breed of impassioned change agents,
entrepreneurs and visionary leaders from around the world who are
giving their lives to stand for all of humanity. His visionary
leadership training, VisionForce Boot Camp (video ), is part of the
One Million Visionaries Campaign. Boot Camp and the on-line course,
Visionary Mind Shifts, are powerful wake-up calls for those who are
ready to move from taking positions to making a stand. It is being
applauded by many local leaders, such as Richard Halpin of American
Youthworks, Jeannette Peaten of Big Austin, Brandy Clark of Austin
Eco Network and Nogie King of Wisdom at Work.

To register, go to: email: wawevite@...
web: http://www.wisdomatworkaustin.org

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3) "Leadership in the 21st Century: Building a High Performance,
Values Driven Organization"
A one-day workshop with Richard Barrett , Wed, 1/16   at The Crossings

Join the Author of:

-Building a Values-driven Organization: A whole-system approach to
cultural transformation
-Liberating the Corporate Soul: Building a visionary organization

* Attend this Leadership workshop and gain valuable insights into:

- Why cultural capital has become the new frontier of competitive
advantage
- Why cultural transformation begins with the personal transformation
of the leaders
- How to measure the culture of an organization by mapping values to
the seven levels of consciousness model

see www.thecrossingsaustin.com for more info or to sign up for their
emails!
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8) Women's Dream Circle beginning January 20 through February 26
    Sundays at 5:30 to 7:30
We will meet at my home in Southwest Austin for 6 weeks. The
investment for the class is $150.

   Dear Sisters, With three outer planets moving into Earth Signs, this
is a winter of great transition. We are moved to achieve great
things. How can we keep our grounding the Divine, soft, wild
feminine? Our dreams and the connection with other women can help us
live from our Soul and receive guidance.

   If you have any friends who might be interested,  I'd be grateful if
you forward this message along to them. Love, Laura.

We will share sleep-time dreams we have journaled, support each
other's trust in our intuition and inner guidance, and share our
powerful gifts. We always have an amazing group of loving women and
lots of growth in our lives. My contribution includes interpretations
based on your current astrological transits that show up symbolically
in your dream images. You need absolutely no knowledge of astrology
to participate in the Dream Circles. Join us! Call 291-8299.   e-
mail:  astromaven@... or laura@...

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10) Upcoming Sittings with Vanessa Stone Wed, Jan 16th and Sat, Jan
17th
see www.amalafoundation.org for more info  (Vanessa is one of the
finest teachers of inner peace to world peace in the world I think! I
invite you to meet her!
*Beloved Austin Community,
Please join us at the Foundation for two upcoming events with
Vanessa.  These will be the last offerings before Vanessa travels to
Hawaii, where she will extend her time this year to better serve the
Island community.  She will return in May to continue sharing with
the Austin community.
***********
Sitting with Vanessa
Wednesday, January 16
7pm in the Sanctuary

Please join us for an evening of sharing in the Sanctuary at the
Foundation.  Sittings are a precious opportunity to come together as
a community to share and deepen our walk.  The requested donation for
Sittings is $20.  All are welcome.  Please be aware that we request
donations to support the work of the Foundation, but the Teaching
continues to be available to all, regardless of financial
circumstance.
*****************
Deepening Study with Vanessa
A One Day Intensive
Saturday, January 19
10am - 3pm in the Sanctuary

This is the second workshop offered in a series of Deepening Study
with Vanessa.  All are welcome to attend.  Please contact the Amala
office at 512.476.8884 to reserve your space for the Intensive, as
there are a limited number of spaces available.

Vanessa felt the inspiration to offer the Heart of the Teachings
usually shared in the Year Long Program to those interested in
deepening their spiritual walk.  This is the first time this course
of study has been offered to the public.  These gatherings are a time
of deep inquiry and sharing, receiving nourishing and illuminating
information.  It is a rare and beautiful opportunity.

These discourses are being offered for a requested donation of $100.
All proceeds will directly benefit the Foundation and its projects.
The Foundation is in deep need of funding to continue its service in
2008...it is our intention that these offerings be a beneficial
exchange.  Amala's current fundraising goal is $50,000 by March 1st.

We look forward to welcoming you at the Foundation.

In Loving Service, Amala Foundation
www.AmalaFoundation.org 512.476.8884 and 800.476.1148
1006 S. 8th Street, Austin, Texas 78704
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12) Satsangs with Jeannie Zandi, Thursday February 7, 8th and 9th

Thursday, February 7, 7:30-9 PM Casa de Luz - Cielo Room

All Here: Living from Your WHOLE Self

"Let your ship drift out to sea, let the ropes that moored it
magically fall untied, leaving behind a comfortable sense of
yourself, a comfortable sense of your life, that comfortable sense of
limitation, and sailing out into the unknown expanse of now.  Open to
this nourishing, vital, infinite, transformative possibility of the
aliveness that's here.  Be open to everything changing on a dime.  Be
open to infinity wanting to touch you here.  Sit as that infinity,
letting it wash everything solid from you, opening your hands, your
heart, your whole body in this complete yes."
Instead of shrinking to fit, come and embrace the many-flavored
richness of your own true being.  Join Jeannie and friends as we sail
full-bodied into the sea of the unknown, allowing the native
intelligence of Presence to move through and expand us in new and
surprising ways.

Jeannie Zandi is a guide of presence and love who works intensively
with individuals and groups through meetings and retreats to assist
in the expression of one's highest in daily life.  She has an MA from
Naropa University in Transpersonal Counseling and resides in Taos,
New Mexico.  Visit www.jeanniezandi.com for more information.
Private sessions are available while Jeannie is in Austin - call
575.779.4131 to schedule.

*********
Friday, February 8, 7:30-9 PM Casa de Luz - Auditorium  Raw Presence:
Living without a Plan

"We can forget this world, forget what we thought we were, and feel
our way into this alive dissolution of Presence.  Feel our way by
saying yes, and emptying and emptying and emptying, emptying
everything that rises, giving it to the ocean.  Saying yes to it as
we feel it moving inside us, moving as us, saying yes to this
resting, resting as the unknown itself."

What comes into being when we are willing to empty and enter the
moment fully, without a plan, reference points or a map?  How does
raw Presence speak, move, laugh, be?  Join Jeannie and friends in
being part of a body of living discovery in the freshness of now.

Jeannie Zandi is a guide of presence and love who works intensively
with individuals and groups through meetings and retreats to assist
in the expression of one's highest in daily life.  She has an MA from
Naropa University in Transpersonal Counseling and resides in Taos,
New Mexico.  Visit www.jeanniezandi.com for more information.
Private sessions are available while Jeannie is in Austin - call
575.779.4131 to schedule.

************
Saturday, February 9, 1-3:00 PM Casa de Luz - Cielo Room Woman on Fire


"We want to give birth to this whole baby.  We don't just want to be
nicer, happier women; we want to transform the face of the planet.
That's what we're here for.  We're just waiting for everyone's
permission.  How about we don't wait?"
No size or shape of spiritual box can possibly contain the wild
aliveness of a free woman.  Join Jeannie and women friends in a
radical departure from the known, straight into the uncharted
richness of your own deepest instinctive heart.

   *************
Sunday, February 10, 10:00-3 PM Blair Knies' House, 4806 Avenue F
(Hyde Park)   Into the Unknown Day Retreat

This day retreat is a deeper offering for those who would like to
profoundly open to and explore the unknown in action.  We will leave
the known and our habitual ways of seeing ourselves and open to the
dynamic power of the infinite Present to be made new and see what
wants to be brought through us.  This day is open to only those who
have sat with Jeannie prior to this event.

Private sessions are available while Jeannie is in Austin - call
575.779.4131 to schedule.  Sliding scale of $60-120.

Jeannie Zandi is a guide of presence and love who works intensively
with individuals and groups through meetings and retreats to assist
in the expression of the Divine in daily life.  She has an MA from
Naropa University in Transpersonal Counseling and resides in Taos,
New Mexico.

Visit www.jeanniezandi.com for more information.

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14) Austin Church of Religious Science Celebrates Its 6th Anniversary
==a wonderful group
studying a 'new thought' form of spirituality
Sunday: Jan 20 with a talk on Activating Spirituality in Your Work

for more info, contact Rev. Walt Brewer
Austin Center for Religious Science
"Awakening Humanity to Its Spiritual Magnificence"

Meeting Sundays at 10:30AM
4701 Westgate Blvd. Ste A-103
across the street from Westgate Theaters ---go to www.austincrs.net
for a map
Office Contact Info:
512-892-7777
austincrs@...
www.austincrs.net


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Posting for a friend.  See her contact information below and on the attached
document.

-----Original Message-----
From: susan mahoney [mailto:biolights@...]
Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2008 4:55 PM
Subject: biodynamic craniosacral classes

Hello Everyone, Welcome to 2008! To those of you who have waited so
patiently for this email, thank you.  Attached is a file telling about
the BCST Module one class and the CE classes scheduled for this
winter, spring.  It has been a delight working with Peggy, she is
excited about coming to Texas.  I am just as dazzled to begin waltzing
across Texas with the CE classes! From the verbal responses, the
Blanco class should be almost full.  Please reply with email so we can
deepen in holding space. I will send information about location,
times, registration, what to bring, and options about where to stay.
To those of you who have replied by phone, thank you and i will send
the above information soon, However, please reply with a written
confirmation so i can add you to the email list for  the specific
class you are coming to.  Thank all of you so much for your support,
encouragement, and patience in getting these wonderful classes to
Texas!  Love, Good Health, lots of wonderful space, and warm
regards, Susan

337 274 2700
401 W. Oak Lane
Lake Charles, La.  70605