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members and pending members to remind everyone to complete the necessary fields
in your profile (as required by Yahoo).

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occupation in order to protect the group from possible deletion. Please update
your profile as follows:

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2. Go to http://members.yahoo.com
3. Click on "VIEW MY PROFILES" at top of page.
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5. Click "EDIT PROFILE INFORMATION"
6. Enter your Name, Location, Age AND Gender
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promptly comply will be deleted.

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Freedom, however, is not the last word. Freedom is only part of the story
and half of the truth. Freedom is but the negative aspect of the whole
phenomenon whose positive aspect is responsibleness. In fact, freedom is
in danger of degenerating into mere arbitrariness unless it is lived in
terms of responsibleness. That is why I recommend that the Statue of
Liberty on the East Coast be supplemented by a Statue of Responsibility on
the West Coast.

-- Viktor Frankl, "Man's Search for Meaning"
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COUNTDOWN TO PROSPERITY

Morning Mist Retreats invites you to attend our long awaited
prosperity retreat.

"Prosperity" and "abundance" have become buzzwords of the 21st
Century. But are they only about finances? Only about money? Only
about wealth?

Not necessarily. In our Prosperity in 2009 Retreat, we offer an
integrated look at financial and spiritual prosperity: how they
support one another and how they support you!

Register today for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools
on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30, includes lunch.  Call
Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@....
Registration Deposit:  $15, full fee $50.  Location: Morning Mist
Retreats, 5013 Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, TX 78681.

Top 7 reasons for attending this retreat:

And the Number 1 Reason is:

1  To create your very own value-based prosperity goals
2  To use the power of prayer and meditation for abundance
3  To learn about resources and tips for spiritual prosperity
4  To use creativity to increase your prosperity
5  To create a positive relationship with money
6  To avoid common financial mistakes while creating a customized
spending plan
7  To become conscious of your money.

There's still time to enroll – call or email today!

Two skilled facilitators will share their time and expertise with you
in this highly interactive event.

Tim Wright is Chief Everything Officer of Wright Results, a
consulting company that works with businesses looking to improve
people's performance continuously. (www.wrightresults.com)

Shang-Mei Lee Hillhouse is the founder of Ninth House Financial, an
advisory service dedicated to helping individuals integrate values,
goals, and financial plans. Shang-Mei owns her Ph.D. and has taught a
number of years at the college level.

Call Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@... today to
register for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools on
Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30.
See www.morningmistretreats.org for more information.

COUNTDOWN TO PROSPERITY

Morning Mist Retreats invites you to attend our long awaited
prosperity retreat.

Register today for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools
on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30, includes lunch.  Call
Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@....
Registration Deposit:  $15, full fee $50.  Location: Morning Mist
Retreats, 5013 Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, TX 78681.

Top 7 reasons for attending this retreat:

Reason 2:

2  To use the power of prayer and meditation for abundance
3  To learn about resources and tips for spiritual prosperity
4  To use creativity to increase your prosperity
5  To create a positive relationship with money
6  To avoid common financial mistakes while creating a customized
spending plan
7  To become conscious of your money.

Reason 1 – read future email – time is running out to sign up.

Facilitators:  Author and speaker Tim Wright (www.wrightresults.com,
www.prayerprompt.com) and Dr. May Hillhouse (Founder, Ninth House
Financial; professor of Finance, St. Edward's U.)


Call Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@... today to
register for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools on
Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30.
See www.morningmistretreats.org for more information.

Reiki I Level Class

When: February 7, 7009 (Saturday)
Time: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Near Mopac and Parmer -
   Call (RSVP @ 512.619.9472)
Cost: Suggested love donation of $40

In these exciting, dynamic and changing times we think you would
benefit from having the ability to increase your self healing.

This class is taught by Shannon Ogg, a Reiki Master for over 10 years
in the Usui, Karuna, Lightarian, and Seichim schools.  Shannon is
assisted by Vincent Marriott, a Usui and Karuna Master.

Reiki is based on the Universal laws of Consciousness and Love.   It
requires no special meditation, prayers, or imaging.  Not a religion,
it is simply the flow of powerful healing energy through the practitioner.

*Rei - Means Universal and refers also to the spiritual dimension and
the soul.

*Ki - Means the vital life force energy which flows through all that
is alive.

Reiki is a tool for use at any moment, anytime, and anywhere.  It can
be used for on-the-spot stress release, pain relief and quick energy
boosts.  Reiki is a holistic self-help technique for directing natural
life energy.  No special environment or equipment needed.

You will receive the Reiki 1 Attunement,
the Reiki I Manual,
and a Certificate.

Wear loose fitting clothes
Bring a lunch

COUNTDOWN TO PROSPERITY

Morning Mist Retreats invites you to attend our long awaited
prosperity retreat.

Register today for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual
Tools on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30, includes lunch.
Call Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@....
Registration Deposit:  $15, full fee $50.  Location: Morning Mist
Retreats, 5013 Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, TX 78681.

Top 7 reasons for attending this retreat:

Reason 3:

3  To learn about resources and tips for spiritual prosperity
4  To use creativity to increase your prosperity
5  To create a positive relationship with money
6  To avoid common financial mistakes while creating a customized
spending plan
7  To become conscious of your money.

Reasons  2 and 1 – read future emails.

Facilitators:  Author and speaker Tim Wright (www.wrightresults.com,
www.prayerprompt.com) and Dr. May Hillhouse (Founder, Ninth House
Financial; professor of Finance, St. Edward's U.)


Call Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@... today to
register for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools on
Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30.
See www.morningmistretreats.org for more information.

To all who have taken the ThetaHealing Basic DNA class in the Austin
area.  There will be a Practice Group led by Brenda Baily from San
Antonio this Saturday, January 24 from 10AM to 12:30PM.  Brenda is a
knowledgeable ThetaHealer and she is looking forward to helping all of
to be the best ThetaHealers we can be!  Please call Jean Shaw at
512.958.1446, or check Jean's website for more information.
http://www.quantumspiritualhealing.com

COUNTDOWN TO PROSPERITY

Morning Mist Retreats invites you to attend our long awaited
prosperity retreat.

Register today for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools
on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30, includes lunch.  Call
Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@....
Registration Deposit:  $15, full fee $50.  Location: Morning Mist
Retreats, 5013 Sendero Springs Drive, Round Rock, TX 78681.

Top 7 reasons for attending this retreat:

Reason 4:

4  To use creativity to increase your prosperity
5  To create a positive relationship with money
6  To avoid common financial mistakes while creating a customized
spending plan
7  To become conscious of your money.

Reasons  3, 2 and 1 – read future emails.

Facilitators:  Author and speaker Tim Wright (www.wrightresults.com,
www.prayerprompt.com) and Dr. May Hillhouse (Founder, Ninth House
Financial; professor of Finance, St. Edward's U.)


Call Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@... today to
register for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools on
Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30.
See www.morningmistretreats.org for more information.


VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION

In honor of Martin Luther King Day of Service we would like to
recognize and thank our many volunteers who have contributed their
time and talent toward making our retreats valuable and affordable:

Event Services:
	 Latasha Robinson – Registrations
	 Karen Horen – Food Preparation and Retreat Assistance
Marketing:
	 Clover Moon Watson – Webmaster
	 Larry Mathai – Meet-up Research
	 Lina Navar – Yahoo group coordination
Volunteers:
	 Eva Kish – Volunteer list and mailout
Facilities:
	 Dixie Russell – Facilities research
Grant Writing:
	 Kathryn Krastin – JLA Grant and Strategy recorder
Board of Directors:
	 Tim Wright – President
	 Marcia Beckford – Secretary
	 Grace Gnuchu – Treasurer
Karen Beard – Director

For more information on volunteer opportunities send your snail mail
address to Eva Kish at kisheva@... to receive a Volunteer
information packet.

COUNTDOWN TO PROSPERITY

Morning Mist Retreats invites you to attend our long awaited
prosperity retreat.

Register today for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools
on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30, includes lunch.  Call
Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@....
Registration Deposit:  $15, full fee $50.  Location: TBA in Austin
area.

Top 7 reasons for attending this retreat:

Reason 5:

5  To create a positive relationship with money
6  To avoid common financial mistakes while creating a customized
spending plan
7  To become conscious of your money.

Reasons  4, 3, 2 and 1 – read future emails.

Facilitators:  Author and speaker Tim Wright (www.wrightresults.com,
www.prayerprompt.com) and Dr. May Hillhouse (Founder, Ninth House
Financial; professor of Finance, St. Edward's U.)


Call Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@... today to
register for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools on
Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30.
See www.morningmistretreats.org for more information.

This is a reminder that there will be a Quantum Touch Workshop this
weekend, Jan 17 & 18 at Quantum Spiritual Healing.  If you were
thinking about signing up, now is the time.  Check out the
http://www.quantumtouch.com website for additional information.  The
workshop starts Saturday at 10:00 am.  Please call Jean at 512.968.1446
to make and/or confirm your reservations!

Love, Light and Many Blessings!

Jean Shaw, CQTP/I

**luv and only the personal growth excerpts from Catalyst for Fun
Newsletter==sign up if you want the political, community and social
events as well..see the latest at:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catalystforfun/
x Amanda Winters, LMSW  ;0

3) Weekend Retreat with Vanessa Stone, January 17 & 18 see
www.amalafoundation.org
8) January Programs at Seton Cove
9) Yoga Yoga Weekend Workshops in January
10) Hildegirls Retreat 1/16-1/18
11) Anam Cara a Womyn's Circle of Self-Discovery, Thursday, 1/22
12) THE TA HEALING   Basic DNA 1 & 2, 1/17th-19th
13) Austin Shambhala Meditation Center upcoming programs

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**The  Thought That Counts Quotes:

"Live with skillful nonchalance and ceaseless concern."
                 ~ Prajnaparamita Sutra ~

"A gift is pure when it is given from the heart to the right person
at the right time and at the right place, and when we expect nothing
in return."
          -Bhagavad Gita
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8) January Programs at Seton Cove

You may register for these Seton Cove Spirituality Center programs on-
line at www.setoncove.net  or call 451-0272.

Special Program:
Mindful Citizenship:  A workshop for people of hope and action
Rebecca McIlwain
Saturday, January 24, 2009
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas—Auditorium
$75  (Includes lunch.  Pre-registration required)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/mindful_citizenship


More January programming:

Conversation Café
Leilani Rose and Ginny Agnew, Facilitators
Jan. 3, (Sa)  10 am to 12 noon
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/weekend/conversation_cafe

Infant Massage—3 part class
Peg Schoettlin, LMT, MIT, CEIM, Facilitator
Jan. 12, 19, & 26  (M)  5:45 pm – 7:00 pm
$75 (Pre-registration required)
Limited to 6 participants
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/infant_massage_class

Coffee and Conversation
Patty Speier, D Min
Jan. 13 & 20  (T),  9:30 am – 11:00 am
$40  (Pre-registration required)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/coffee_and_conversation_seri
es

Lunch with the Mystics:  Martin Luther King, Jr.
Monya Stubbs,  PhD
Jan. 21 (W), 12 Noon – 1:00 pm
$20 (Includes lunch.  Pre-registration required.)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/lunch_with_the_mystics_marti
n_luther_king_jr

Animals, Religion, Spirituality:  New and Old Paths
Laura Hobgood-Oster, PhD
Jan 28 (W), 12 Noon – 1:00 pm
$20 (Includes lunch.  Pre-registration required.)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/animals_religion_spiritualit
y_new_and_old_paths

Journal to the Self
4 –week series
Frederick C Bryan, MA, CAPE, LCC-I
Jan. 28, Feb 4, 11, &18  (W)  6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$150  (Includes course handbook.  Pre-registration required)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/journal_to_self


NEW WEEKLY MEDITATION GROUP:
The Practice of Mindful Citizenship
This weekly discussion of current events promotes social change
through personal transformation.
Rebecca McIlwain
Jan. 30 – Mar 27 (F), 12 noon – 1:00 pm
$50  (Bring a brown bag lunch if desired.  Pre-registrations required)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/the_practice_of_mindful_citi
zenship


Programming at GoodHealth Commons, Round Rock.

Being Still:  Deepening the Practice of Prayer
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Jan. 22, Feb. 26 & Mar 26,  $20 per session (pre-registration
required)
Prayer has been defined as the lifting of our hearts and minds to
God. And yet, as simple as that sounds, many of us long for a prayer
life that is deeper and richer. Join us for this three part class to
explore three ways to pray at a deeper level.
$ 20 per session or register for all three for $50
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/goodhealth_commons/
Massage is available at GoodHealth Commons.  Call 451-0272 for an
appointment.


We look forward to seeing you at the Seton Cove in Austin or
GoodHealth Commons in Round Rock.
Seton Cove offers massage gift certificates, memberships and
donations at www.setoncove.net


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9) Yoga Yoga Weekend Workshops in January, see www.yogayoga.com

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Viniyoga for Back Care with Beth
Saturday, Jan 10  1:00 pm  -  3:30 pm  Yoga
Yoga 360
Whether you are suffering from occasional to chronic back pain or you
just want to strengthen your back to avoid future problems, this
workshop is for you. We will work with educational content and
therapeutic practices based on the Viniyoga tradition and the
teachings of Gary Kraftsow. This workshop is designed for all levels
of yoga practitioners, including absolute beginners.
Click here to register!

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Yoga for Fuller Bodies with Noelle
Sunday, Jan 18  12:00 pm  -  2:30 pm  Yoga Yoga
North
Regardless of your shape, size, or weight, yoga can help you connect
with your mind, body and spirit in new, healthy ways. Learn to
celebrate the body you have through poses and breathing techniques
that honor YOU! In this workshop, you will learn to use props and
modifications to make poses more enjoyable and safe for you. No yoga
experience is necessary.
Click here to register!

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New Year Renewal with Restorative Yoga with Rebecca
Sunday, Jan 18  3:00 pm  -  5:30 pm  Yoga Yoga
Northwest
Relax and rejuvenate after the holidays, and prepare your body and
mind for a tranquil new year. Experience the benefits of restorative
yoga, and give yourself an afternoon of blissful relaxation. In this
workshop you will learn how to modify postures to support your body
for complete surrender and receptivity. We will use supportive props
and breathing techniques to calm frazzled nerves and bring ease to
the mind and heart. Bring along any of your own props, and an eye
pillow if you like. Come experience true relaxation! Suitable for all
levels.
Click here to register!

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Creating Commitment for the New Year with Harinder Kaur
Saturday, Jan 24  12:00 pm  -  2:30 pm  Yoga
Yoga South
Our third chakra is our center for creative energy. We use our third
chakra to decide what we want to create for our lives, and its energy
moves us clearly, courageously, and consciously forward with those
creations. In this workshop we will practice kriyas and meditation
designed to bring attention to this powerful energy center. Learn to
harness the power of the third chakra. Focus your energy and
dedication. Move forward in all aspects of your life, for the new
year and beyond! Suitable for all levels.
Click here to register!

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Strength & Focus: Building Your Asana Practice with Matt
Sunday, Jan 25  12:00 pm  -  2:30 pm  Yoga Yoga 360
In this workshop, we will be learning the theory and function of
three elements of Hatha Yoga practice: Ujjayi breath, bhandas
(energetic locks), and drishti (the gaze). Informed use of these
elements can propel you to a whole new level of physical and mental
control in your practice. Use these tools to find greater strength,
stability, and inward focus in this active and informative workshop.
Previous Hatha or Ashtanga experience is required.
Click here to register!

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Charles MacInerney's Workshops and retreats
charles@...
see   www.yogateacher.com for more info on these classes:

Yoga & Writing Retreats Yoga & Meditation Retreats Yoga Teacher
Training
Other Upcoming dates:

* Jan 23-Feb 1, 2009 (Part 1 - Foundations Intensive)
* Jul 24-Aug 2, 2009 (Part 1 - Foundations Intensive)
* Nov 4-5, 2009 (Yoga Anatomy)
* Nov 6-11, 2009 (Part 2 - Deepening Intensive)

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The Texas Yoga Retreat
June 12-14, 2009
  Texas Yoga Summer Retreat

Texas Yoga continues to offer Texas' premiere yoga event.  Join us
June 12-14, 2009 for a weekend of yoga, community, and rejuvenation
with some of Texas' finest yoga teachers.

We hope you can join us for another amazing retreat, held each year
in the beautiful and serene Barsana Dham Ashram, located just 20
minutes West of Austin, TX.

Registration price is $425 (meals included) or $385 prior to 5/1/09.
Rooms are not included but can be reserved online at reasonable
rates.  www.TexasYoga.com   info@...   (512) 266-7926
Our vision is to create a strong and caring
yoga community, to honor diversity, and to
nurture the integrity and principles of yoga.
Full Moon Yoga
Next meeting is March 11, 2009

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Full Moon Outdoor Yoga Class:
Schedule for 2009:   •  Wednesday, March 11 at 6:45 pm

If you are in Austin on or near the Full Moon, please consider
joining us for an outdoor Yoga & Meditation class while we watch the
sunset and full moon rise at a local scenic overlook.

These classes are free and are open to anyone, regardless of age or
experience. Children and even well behaved pets are welcome.

These classes are free and are open to anyone, regardless of age or
experience. Children and even well behaved pets are welcome. Visit my
website for map and other details.


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10) Hildegirls Retreat 1/16-1/18

Hi Friends,  Susan Lincoln here ~

I am very excited to let you know about a soul-nourishing intimate
Hilde Girls retreat for women I am offering at The Crossings January
16-18.

The Crossings is nestled in the hill country less than an hour
outside Austin and is one of the most beautiful and energetically
inspiring places anywhere. I have wanted to offer a retreat there for
years, and I am thrilled the opportunity is finally here. Visit The
Crossings website.

The cost is $375 and covers everything: your private room, delicious
healthy meals, and all retreat supplies. We will have a lovely
private meeting room and also access to the chapel, spa facilities,
and trails. The Crossings has been very generous and worked with us
to make this low price possible.

What you can expect at a hildegirls retreat is authentic warmth,
safety, and soul-nourishment. There will be lots of nurturing
singing, whole-body awareness, expansive breathing, immersion in
stillness, deep sound exploration, light-hearted play and laughter,
group energy healing, and miracles of heart and spirit. Visit the
website for more information on hildegirls.

EXACT TIMES:
The retreat begins officially with dinner Friday, Jan 16, and ends
with lunch Sunday , Jan 18, 2009. You may arrive anytime after 10am
Friday - rooms are guaranteed at 4pm, although they are sometimes
ready early. You may use the facilities Sunday after the retreat
ends, but you must vacate your private room at 9am.

COST: $375

REGISTRATION INFORMATION / TIMELINES:
There are only 6 openings left for this 25-person retreat, so act
quickly if you want to attend. Registration will close Januaray 8,
2009 unless it fills beforehand. To register, send a check for $375
to Susan Lincoln, 1706 A Cinnamon Path, Austin, TX, 78704 or charge
by calling Sherry Scott 294.3271. If you are sending a check, email
Sherry at sherry@... or call her so we can save
your place until the check arrives.

QUESTIONS?
Please contact Sherry Scott 294.3271   sherry@...

REFUND POLICY:
Because we are so close to the date, any cancellations are subject to
full tuition charge unless a replacement person is found  by January
9. If someone is found by Jan 9, you will be refunded all but $50.

PRIVATE SPA TREATMENTS:
The Crossings is known for it's excellent spa treatments.
http://www.thecrossingsaustin.com/spa/ You can arrange private
treatments at your own expense on either Friday, Jan 16, between 10am
and dinner or during the weekend as our retreat schedule permits (a
schedule will be sent to women who register). Rooms aren't guaranteed
ready until 4pm Friday, but you could get a treatment and use the
facilities until your room is ready.
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11) Anam Cara a Womyn's Circle of Self-Discovery
2009 Session begins Thursday, January 22

6:30pm - 9:30pm
$15/meeting


Anam Cara - Irish term for "soul friend"
• Looking for a way to connect with other women?
• Looking to find support as you envision changes in your life?

Women are invited to the first meeting of the 2009 group to sample
the experience. Through experiential and informative activities,
womyn learn new skills and patterns to develop self-confidence, trust
and creativity. Introductory Evening –

Meetings every 2nd and 4th Thursday through September. In October we
will complete our journey with a weekend retreat.

The Anam Cara Foundation educates and empowers women by providing
opportunities to facilitate personal growth, networking, community
building, spiritual growth, and leadership development for all women.
Anam Cara Foundation provides an environment of safety for women to
share knowledge and experiences, to generate discussion and dialogue,
and empowers women to effect change in themselves, their lives and in
the public consciousness. We help women develop the skills, tools and
self-confidence to succeed everyday – personally and professionally.

Call 512-448-2266
for information or to let us know you plan to attend.

Visit holistichealingarts.net
  for more details.
Pre-registration not required. Come to the first meeting to see if
this is for you.
After that we ask that you commit to the group work and attend
regularly.
Anam Cara Foundation, Inc., 501(c)(3)
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12) THETAHEALING   Basic DNA 1 & 2
WHEN: January 17th-19th, 2008 (Sat. & Sun. 9am-5pm, Mon. 11am-5pm)

THETAHEALING is a meditation technique that allows one to make
changes QUICKLY.

"The Secret" makes us aware of our thoughts. Realize that our
thoughts are formed from beliefs. Change your beliefs….. changes your
thoughts and actions, which changes your life with ease and grace!

Sounds too good to be true? Remember that's just a belief!
THETAHEALING teaches a person the tools to remove the blocks that
prevent them from being the person Creator intended them to be! It's
easy to learn because it's just reminder of what we have forgotten.

What you will learn:
• the 4 brain waves & how important they are in the healing
process
• the 4 belief levels (core, genetic, history, soul) and how to
pull, change & replace
• how the beliefs held in the 4 levels affect your health &
everyday living
• how to use this system to help your physical, emotional &
mental well being
• the 7 Planes of Existence
• how to activate your Youth & Vitality DNA - the DNA story
• how to look inside the Human body
• how to see & work with your Guides & Angels
• how to do Individual & Group healings
• an introduction to the Laws of Manifestation
• how to make your life what YOU want it to be and how to
assist others in creating their True-selves
THE CLASS IS 75% HANDS ON LEARNING & AT THE END ONE
CAN BECOME A CERTIFIED THETAHEALING PRACTITIONER.

WHERE: Austin, TX
COST: $500 (Visa & MC accepted) $100 deposit required
TO REGISTER:  Call Dana 512.216.4533 or email
spiritwindfoundation@...

Questions? Contact Brenda 512.657.7867
or email brenda@...

For more info checkout my website www.unlimitedpossibilities101.com

Brenda Bailey is a certified THETAHEALING practitioner and teacher.
She has seen much
success in her life and her students'/clients' lives utilizing
ThetaHealing.

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13) Austin Shambhala Meditation Center upcoming programs for January
2009


If you have trouble reading this you can see the Web version here:
http://www.ymlp42.com/pubarchive.php?austinshambhala
*****
Conversations about Buddhism
evening ~ with various teachers
• Wednesday evenings ~ 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
• Meditation instruction offered at 6:30 p.m.
Please join us for our popular weekly ongoing discussion about all
things Buddhist, which always begins with a brief period of
meditation. The subject matter and forum is designed to be highly
accessible for everyone.
Free and open to everyone, this class is a discussion group led by a
teacher/facilitator. A class might focus on a particular topic or
read a book over several classes. All are welcome to join in at any
time during the course of the program. These discussions are
structured so that you do not have to have read the book or prepared
in advance.
On the first Wednesday of each month we discuss meditation itself.
For more information please contact Louise Hasty at lhasty@..., or
Bobby Hudgins at hudgemonster@...
Free and open to the public.
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  The Heart Sutra: Union of Wisdom and Compassion
with Acharya Moh Hardin
• January 16-18 weekend.
* Friday, January 16, 8-10 pm (registration 7:30 pm)
* Saturday, January 17, 9 am - 5 pm
* Sunday, January 18, 9 am - 3 pm


"Form is emptiness; emptiness itself is form. Emptiness is no other
than form; form is no other than emptiness. In the same way, feeling,
perception, formation, and consciousness are emptiness. Thus,
Shariputra, all dharmas are emptiness."


The Buddha turned the wheel of dharma three times, in the first
turning teaching us relative truth, the world of interdependence, and
how things appear. In the second turning he taught the ultimate truth
of the nature of reality, which is empty of anything we might project
onto it. In the third turning, the Buddha taught the indivisibility
of the relative and absolute truths, luminosity, and the buddha
nature that resides in all beings.

In this weekend retreat, we will focus on the second turning
teachings that the Buddha taught at Vulture Peak Mountain, the
Prajnaparamita, particularly as it is expressed in the Heart Sutra.
Proclaimed by Avaloketesvara, the bodhisattva mahasattva of
compassion, this sutra teaches the inseparability of emptiness and
compassion.


Acharya Hardin recommends preparing by reading the chapters on
Shunyata, and Prajna and Compassion, in Cutting Through Spiritual
Materialism, by Chogyam Trungpa. This can be the root commentary as
our common ground for the class.

Also, those who have studied Progressive Stages of Meditation on
Emptiness by Kenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche can review the chapter
on the "Svatantrika Approach" first, and the chapter
on "Chittamatra." next.

And if we find ourselves without time or resources to prepare,
Acharya Hardin encourages and invites us please to "come anyway, and
we will explore the Heart of Transcendental Knowledge together."

"These days at the beginning of the twenty-first century, most people
have very advanced educations and have used their reasoning abilities
their whole lives. It is good to first explain the nature of genuine
reality, and then to explain the nature of relative reality...it is
better to start with the most profound teachings...if they hear such
profound teachings and like them, then they will develop confidence
in the dharma..."
- Kenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche


Prerequisites - none

Suggested Donation: $150 (includes catered lunches)
Donation Policy: if money is tight and you want to attend, please DO
come anyway, and pay what you can. If money is abundant, please
consider donating more.

For more information please contact Linda Ramsey at (512) 744-3708 or
lindaa.ramsey@...
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Children's Program
• Sunday, January 18, 10 am - 12 noon
Bring your children to the Smith House on Sunday morning, where they
can learn about their enlightened nature in ways they can relate to
(i.e. by having fun).
For more information please contact Roy Buchanan at
buck512us@...
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  A Taste of Shambhala - ** Now Monthly on Friday evenings **
• Friday evening, January 23, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
The popular open house we call A Taste of Shambhala has moved from
Sunday morning to Friday evening. We intend to hold a Taste once per
month.
An Introduction to the Austin Shambhala Meditation Center. Interested
in learning about the Shambhala Center? Come to A Taste of Shambhala
and find out about our programs and what we're all about.
Please join us for this two-hour public orientation introducing the
various offerings to be found at the Austin Shambhala Meditation
Center. It consists of an overview of our programs, classes and
practices, an introduction to the shamatha meditation technique, and
discussion / Q&A. Followed by a light reception.
Bring your curiosity and a friend! Free and open to the general
public.
For more information please contact Christine Wetzl at (512) 389-1835
or cwetzl@...
  *******************
Community Talk - Awakening Courage in Times of Fear
with Acharya Moh Hardin
• Wednesday, January 28, At 7:00 pm (registration 6:30 pm)
All human beings possess innate confidence. Doubting this, we
experience fear and anxiety, not trusting ourselves to deal with what
life might bring. According to the warriorship tradition of
Shambhala, fear itself can become a stepping stone to fearlessness.
Awakening our inherent courage, we can meet life's challenges with
confidence in who we are.
Acharya Hardin is a long time student first of Chogyam Trungpa and
currently Sakyong Mipham. He has worked with our mandala in many ways
for many years and is currently serving as Archarya to the Atlantic
provinces in Canada and the South Central US region. Acharyas are
empowered as senior teachers within the Shambhala mandala by our
lineage teacher, Sakyong Mipham. The Sakyong chooses these teachers
because of their knowledge, wisdom, and commitment to the extensive
teaching requested throughout our mandala. For more information
please refer to the web page
http://www.shambhala.org/teachers/index.html
The talk is open to all.

Suggested donation: $5

For more information please contact Louise Hasty at 443-9685 or
lhasty@...
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  Refuge and Bodhisattva Vow Ceremonies
conducted by Acharya Moh Hardin
• Thursday, January 29
If you feel that you are ready to take either of these vows please
discuss this with your meditation instructor, who will forward your
name.
Please note that your guests are invited, welcomed and encouraged to
witness your refuge ceremony. However, it is held that only those who
have taken Bodhisattva vows themselves should witness others taking
the Bodhisattva vow. Please plan accordingly.
For more information please contact your meditation instructor.
  ********************
  Shambhala Training Level III: Warrior in the World
A Weekend Program
• Friday, February 6, 7:30 pm (registration 7 pm)
• Sat-Sun, February 7-8, 9:00 am (all day Saturday, afternoon
finish Sunday)

Shambhala Training is a secular path of spiritual training that
develops fearlessness, confidence, openness, and gentle action in the
world. This action arises out of meditation practice and the study of
Shambhala warriorship.

Level III: Warrior in the World - Developing fearlessness by
examining our habitual tendencies, we are willing to experience our
life without relying on the cocoon. We begin to engage the world
directly and extend the attitude of fearlessness to our activities.
Alive to our sense perceptions, we can venture into the world with a
vulnerability that is fearless, gentle, and awake.

We begin with registration and a teaching talk on Friday evening, and
continue all day on Saturday and Sunday with meditation instruction,
teaching talks, private interviews with meditation instructors, group
discussion, meals, and lots of meditation practice.
"You can actually let go of your depression and embarrassment about
being a human being, and you can cheer up."
- Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche

Suggested Donation: $125.00 ($50 for repeat participants)
Donation Policy: if money is tight and you want to attend, please DO
come anyway, and pay what you can. If money is abundant, please
consider donating more to the teaching fund.

Prerequisites: completion of Level II is required for this class.
Pre-registration is welcomed (pre-payment is not required).

For more information and to pre-register please contact Al Favela at
(512) 401-9388 or sombra139@...
  ****************
Taming the Mind
with George Hasty & Louise Hasty
• 5 Mondays, February 2 - March 2, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (registration
6:30 first class)
• plus all-day Saturday, March 7

Together with its companion course, Walking the Bodhisattva Path,
these are the foundational classes in the Shambhala School of
Buddhist Studies. They introduce us to deeper study of the view and
practice of Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhism.

Taming the Mind presents the Hinayana path of renouncing samsara and
the joy of developing discipline on the path that leads to
liberation. The class emphasizes the importance of having the
confidence that comes from understanding what we are doing. Topics
covered include:
• The Buddhist path of transformation
• Mindfulness and awareness
• True suffering
• Motivation and the Four Reminders
• Faith and discipline
• Selflessness and liberation

During this course, students are introduced to the practice of
contemplation and, specifically, the contemplation of the Four
Reminders.

The sourcebook, "Taming the Mind and Walking the Bodhisattva Path",
is recommended for this course and will be available at the first
class meeting for $25.00.

Suggested Donation: $90.00 (plus course book 25.00)
Generosity Policy applies to tuition: The Austin Shambhala Meditation
Center does not wish restricted finances ever to interfere with one's
ability to receive the teachings - please pay what you can. If you
have the resources, please apply generosity.
Prerequisites: none. Excellent for beginners ansd those wishing to
strengthen their practice.
For more information please contact Louise Hasty at 443-9685 or
lhasty@...
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Ikebana Classes - ** open for February **
Iris Ramos
• Saturdays: February 21, 2009 / April 25, 2009 / July 25, 2009.
• Intermediate and advanced students meet for class at 9 -
10:30am on these days.
• Beginning students meet for class at 10:30 - 12pm on the same
days.

Ikebana is the contemplative practice of expressing gentleness and
elegance through the art of simple flower arrangement. The
word "Ikebana" literally means "give life to flowers". This art form
began in 11th century Japan when flowers were presented in shrines
and temples, and has become a contemporary expression of the profound
sacredness in the world.

Much more than just arranging flowers, this practice mirrors the
sacredness in the mind of the arranger, both in the arrangement and
in the experience of the observer. Through this art form, the artist
learns to train his or her perceptions to open to the harmony and
natural order of the world.

All students should arrive at least 30 minutes prior to class for
setup, and allow 30 minutes after class for cleanup. Students should
bring their own flowers and branches. Material selection instruction
will be provided as requested.

Although Ikebana dishes, scissors and kenzan are available for use at
the center, students are encouraged to bring their own if possible.
Intermediate and advanced students are warmly encouraged to stay
after class and mentor the new students during the beginner class.


The fee for each class is $15 for ASMC members, and $20 for
nonmembers. Because each class will be limited to 6 students, early
registration with deposit is strongly recommended. Please send
registration information - intended class, date, name and contact
information with your deposit - to Iris Ramos at 313 N. Blanco St.,
Lockhart, TX 78644.


For further information, please contact Iris at (512) 350-0077, or
Iramos2@...


Iris Ramos began practicing Ikebana at the Austin Shambhala
Meditation Center in 1990. For ten years she was a senior student of
Fumiyo Matsumoto, a master from the Sogetsu School of Ikebana in
Japan. Upon the death of Mrs. Matsumoto, Iris was authorized to
instruct.students and has now been teaching Ikebana since 2000. Ms.
Ramos is also an authorized Director of Shambhala Training and has
been teaching meditation programs throughout the Region. She
currently resides in Lockhart, Texas.
Austin Shambhala Center 1702 South 5th St Austin, Tx 78704 512-443-
3263 austinshambhala@... http://austin.shambhala.org
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> Today, we're launching an emergency campaign which will be
delivered
> to the UN Security Council and key world powers, urging them to act
to  ensure an immediate ceasefire, address the growing humanitarian
> crisis, and take steps to build real and lasting peace.1 Follow
this
> link now to sign the emergency petition and send it to everyone you
> know:
>
> http://www.avaaz.org/en/gaza_time_for_peace/98.php?cl_tf_sign=1
>
> After eight or more years of ineffective US and global diplomacy
−−
> and now Gaza's bloodiest day in recent memory −− we
must issue a
> global outcry demanding that world leaders do more than make
> statements if they're to bring peace to this region. The UN, the
> European Union, the Arab League and the USA should now act together
to
> ensure a ceasefire – which includes an end to rocket attacks into
> Israel and opening the checkpoints for fuel, food, medicine and
other
> humanitarian aid deliveries.
>
> With a new US President taking office in less than a month, a real
> opportunity exists to breathe new life into peace efforts. These
> latest hostilities require not only an immediate ceasefire but a
> commitment from Obama and other world leaders that resolution of
the
> Israeli−Palestinian conflict is at the very top of their
agendas.
As
> the whole world is impacted by this ongoing conflict − we
should
> demand nothing less.
>
> In 2006 we mobilised for a ceasefire in Lebanon. For years we've
> worked to encourage a just and lasting peace, taking out billboards
> and ads across Israel and Palestine.
> Now as we head into 2009, we need to come together again to demand
a
> peaceful and lasting resolution, instead of a further escalation of
++++++++++++++++++++++++++

This 12 week series is hosted by Linda L. Pannell.  As best as I can
tell there are several teleconferences each week.

Sign up at www.worldchangingwisdom.com (they don't share email
addresses with anyone)


According to the blurb I received:
This groundbreaking event hosted by Linda L. Pannell, Conscious
Alliances, and World Changing Wisdom is a 12-week+ live teleseminar
event that will allow you to connect to like-minds across the planet
and give you live, intimate, and exclusive access to a collaboration
and gathering of world-renowned experts, masters, teachers, and guides
in consciousness, evolution, ancient wisdom, cellular biology,
spirituality, The Law of Attraction, energy medicine, heart-based
business, healing and much more—information to create your own
spiritual practice and accelerate your own conscious evolution.  It is
an event like nothing you have experienced.

When you sign up for this free live series, you will be given a
conference call number as well as a webcast link so you can listen to
the live, weekly program.  And if you happen to miss a call because
the time does not work for you, you will have 48 hours to listen to a
recording of the calls.  Also, you have the option to submit your
question prior to the live call.




This Series is a gathering of extraordinary  masters, teachers, and
guides, including...

Terri Amos-Britt
  Lynn Andrews
  Janet Attwood
  Daniel Benor
  Meg Blackburn Losey
  Michael Brill
  Dannion & Kathryn Brinkley
  Andrew  Cohen
  Sheva Carr
  Marie Diamond
Jim Dreaver
  Donna Eden
  Jonathan Ellerby
Jeanna Gabellini
  Shanta Gabriel
  Marilyn Gordon
  Jonathan Goldman
  Gurutej
  Jonathan  Harrison
  Suzie Heumann
Len Horowitz
  Devra Ann Jacobs
  Mabel Katz & Dr. Hew Len
  Paul Hoyt
  Dave  Klein
  Bruce Lipton
  Carol Look
  Doug Noll & Aleya  Dao
  Chuck & Karen Robison
  Morrie & Arleah  Shechtman
Sandie  Sedgbeer
  Leonid Sharashkin
  Judith & Jim
  Bernie Siegel
  William Stillman
  Carol Sutherland
  TantraNova
  Melissa Van Cleave



  who reveal profound ancient wisdom, forgotten laws, and hidden
secrets so powerful they offer a new paradigm for the future of the
planet and our children. You will want to remember the wisdom, you
will want to remember the moment, and you will want to hold in your
heart the energy of the calls.


Blessings on Your Journey,
Theressa

There will be a lot of people on this call, but please feel free to
join in.  See contact info below:



Lynn Andrews Center
for Sacred Arts and Training
"The Mystery School"; A School Without Walls

OPEN CALL WITH LYNN ANDREWS

"MYSTERY SCHOOL" TELECONFERENCE!

Date: Monday, JANUARY 12, 2009
Time: 7:30-8:30 pm Central Standard time/USA

Teleconference number: 512-225-3375
(if in Austin, no need to dial area code)

Security code: 425586#
(enter the security code when the automated voice asked for it)

Please use a mute button or press *6 to mute and un-mute your phone,
during this call.  There will be a lot of people on this call and the
more background noise there is, the more it can be difficult to hear
the questions and answers.

Please send any question you have for Lynn to:
Sqedison@..., Enrollment Coordinator

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

Please note:
I went through this mystery school a few years ago.  I recommend it to
  those on the path of heart.  I encountered plenty of magic and agreed
to my own personal transformation, which has resulted in a very new
person being born of love and power.  If you feel the call to join
this school, I recommend that you make an investment and commitment to
yourself and follow that call now.

I do NOT recommend this course to those, who want to continually find
fault with themselves or others.  Nor do I recommend it to those, who
are going through the motions of personal transformation.

One of the first tasks is to write a letter explaining why you want to
join the school.  And you also have to sign a statement saying you are
responsible for your own experience.


Also of note:  if you register by the end of January you get a 10%
discount.  If you and a friend register by the end of January, you
each get a 15% discount.


Suzanne at Sqedison@... can send you more information or you can
go to Lynn Andrews website:  www.lynnandrews.com to talk with people
on the forum about what experience, if any, they have had with the school.


If asked who recommended you to the school, you may use my name, if
you wish:  Theressa Floyd.  I have been a member of Central Texas
Metaphysical Networking group for several years, and have practiced
shamanism and ceremonial healing in Austin for just short of 10 years.
  You may also reply to this post (or email me) and I will do my best
to answer your questions.



Blessings on Your Journey,
Theressa

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COUNTDOWN TO PROSPERITY

Morning Mist Retreats invites you to attend our long awaited
prosperity retreat.

Register today for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools
on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30, includes lunch.  Call
Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@....
Registration Deposit:  $15, full fee $50.  Location: TBA in Austin
area.

Top 7 reasons for attending this retreat:

Reason 6:
6  To avoid common financial mistakes while creating a customized
spending plan
7  To become conscious of your money.

Reasons 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 – read future emails.

Facilitators:  Tim Wright (www.wrightresults.com,
www.prayerprompt.com) and May Hillhouse
(Founder, Ninth House Financial)


Call Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@... today to
register for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools on
Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30.
See www.morningmistretreats.org for more information.

• the 4 brain waves & how important they are in the healing process
• the 4 belief levels (core, genetic, history, soul) and how to pull, change & replace
• how the beliefs held in the 4 levels affect your health & everyday living
• how to use this system to help your physical, emotional & mental well being
• the 7 Planes of Existence
• how to activate your Youth & Vitality DNA - the DNA story
• how to look inside the Human body
• how to see & work with your Guides & Angels
• how to do Individual & Group healings
• an introduction to the Laws of Manifestation
• how to make your life what YOU want it to be and how to assist others in creating their True-selves

There has been some confusion on this email. It is blanketly sent to all 
members and pending members to remind everyone to complete the necessary fields
in your profile (as required by Yahoo).

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Yahoo requires that everyone keeps their age, location, and gender in their
profile.
Please see the instructions below for figuring out how to comply to this:

Yahoo has dictated that all members of any group must have a
completed profile with NAME, AGE, GENDER, LOCATION, your City is fine, not a
address.. Please do state your status or licensing (if you have one) in
occupation in order to protect the group from possible deletion. Please update
your profile as follows:

1. Open your Yahoo Session
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3. Click on "VIEW MY PROFILES" at top of page.
4. Click "EDIT" on the row that shows your Yahoo ID
5. Click "EDIT PROFILE INFORMATION"
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 Continuing Education Seminar:

COUNTDOWN TO PROSPERITY

Morning Mist Retreats invites you to attend our long awaited
prosperity retreat.

Register today for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools
on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30.  Call Latasha at 716-9065
or email robinsonlatasha@....
Registration Deposit:  $15, full fee $50.  Location: TBA in Austin
area.

Top 7 reasons for attending this retreat:

Reason 7
7 To become conscious of your money.

Reasons 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 – read future emails.

Facilitators:  Tim Wright (www.wrightresults.com,
www.prayerprompt.com) and May Hillhouse
(Founder, Ninth House Financial)


Call Latasha at 716-9065 or email robinsonlatasha@... today to
register for Prosperity in 2009:  Financial and Spiritual Tools on
Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9-1:30.
See www.morningmistretreats.org for more information.