Programs
We’re exploring the idea of gathering together as a group to create a hand craft(knitting, crocheting, hand sewing) project for distribution to a community group. If you have any interest in participating in a communal effort for this purpose, please email us at information@temenosretreat.org.
What's Next Workshop
Facilitated by Laurie and Joe Battaglia
Friday March 2, 2012 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday March 3, 2012 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Are you at a crossroads in life? Come to our "What's Next?" workshop to reinvent and discover what's next in your life. Whether you are dissatisfied with work or career, can't figure out your life purpose, are approaching an empty next or retirement, or are looking at how to do relationships in a whole new way, this workshop is designed for you!
What will you get? You'll open up to the possibilities of a different future, taking the time to reflect, learn with others, and develop a plan for change. We'll discuss establishing an "after the workshop" support system so the changes stick. We'll coach, with your permission, as the opportunity arises during the workshop.
Your Investment:
Early Bird Registration: $250 if you sign up by February 11, 2012
Full Price Workshop: $350 after February 11, 2012
Space is limited so sign up early. We accept VISA, MasterCard, and checks. To pay by credit card contact Joseph Battaglia at 888 505-5762 or email at coachjoebatt@gmail.com
Lunch and snacks are included in the price.
You can register for this program at:
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Overnight accomodations are also available at Temenos at $60/person/night plus 8% tax.
Basic Course in Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure™
Pre-requisite to Acupressure Reunion at Temenos June 4 - 14
Offered by Nancy Dennis, RN, a registered practitioner and authorized teacher
Dates: March 4, March 18, April 15, May 6, and May 20 - from 9 to 5:30 each day
This basic course is a prerequisite for the trauma classes being taught by Iona Marsaa Teeguarden at Temenos in June. If you are a massage therapist, social worker or nurse this is an excellent modality to enhance your work and will bring many benefits to your clients. This is a 40 hour class and will be offered over five Sundays in Landenberg PA.
For additional information contact Nancy Dennis at nldjsd@yahoo.com
or phone 610 255-3785
WolfSongs Intentional Peace Community presents:
"Path of the Peacemaker"
A WolfSong Community Offering www.wolfsongs.org
March 13th, 2012 in the Retreat Center 7:30 pm
Every second Tuesday of the month
Conversations on Peaceful Practices - Open To All Who Desire Deep Peace
“Where does the cycle of violence end?
Whether it's actions or the spoken word ~ where do we draw the line?
Violence met with Violence escalates,
Unkind Words met with more Unkind words escalate ...
Who can stand Between and drop the sword.
Who can stand neither attacking or retreating?
Who can stand in Peace in the midst of... conflict?
If We can ~ we then show the Children
a different model as they grow.”
Admission is free. There is a donation basket if you feel inclined to help support the work.
For more information call Christine at 484 995-5055 or email her at christinespeacefuljourneys@gmail.com
Please Note: In case of questionable weather related closings call Christine at 484 995-5055 or check her website: www.wolfsongs.org
Life Force Yoga and Yoga Nidra with Sherry Rubin
An evening of clearing, grounding and renewal with yoga practices that help you regulate energy and manage mood
Thursday March 15, 2012 7:00 to 9 pm
Also April 24, May 10
Class will start with LifeForce Yoga when we'll gently and compassionately practice postures, learn breathing techniques, and utilize mantras (sounds) and mudras (hand gestures) to support balancing and managing our energy and mood. The second part of the class will be a lovely yoga nidra guided meditation, which in addition to being an effortless way to meditate, teaches us how to deal with life's challenges and opportunities more effectively and with more equanimity.
Please bring a blanket and pillow if you want to lie down for yoga nidra meditation. Bring any props that make sitting or lying down more comfortable.
Space is limited so registration and advance payment are necessary to save your place.
Cost is $25. A few scholarships are available.
Payment can be mailed to Sherry Rubin at 50 W Welsh Pool Road, #4, Exton, PA 19341.
Call 610 873-0815 to register or ask questions.
Sherry has been teaching yoga for 30 years. She has a sweet gentle soul that supports and
encourages.
Crystal Bowl Sound Meditations
A WolfSong Community Offering www.wolfsongs.org
March 18, 2012 7:00 to 8:15 pm
April 15, 2012
Crystal Bowls, Bells and Winds
Sunday Evening Meditations for Deep Relaxation and Well Being
Allow the mystic magic of sacred sound to envelope you as it brings all aspects of your being into the harmony of deep peace. Come experience the gentle sound of crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, bells, winds, keys and Reiki energy as you are guided through a beautiful visualization
Cost: $20 scholarships available
Please Note: In case of questionable weather related closings call Christine at 484 995-5055 or check her website: www.wolfsongs.org
An Introduction to the Work of Byron Katie
Presented by Nan Cardella, Certified Facilitator of The Work
Tuesday March 20, 2012 7 to 9 pm
Tuesday April 17, 2012 7 to 9 pm
Full Weekend June 1 - 3 2012 program - visit www.thework.com for details
"My partner doesn't appreciate me."
"The world is a dangerous place."
"I need more money."
"I'm too fat."
Thoughts like these may run through our minds many times a day, fostering fear, anger, stress, and depression. How different would your life be if these thoughts never bothered you again? The Work of Byron Katie is a process that clears the mind. It is a way to identify and question the thoughts that cause all the suffering and violence in the world. The Work is simply four questions and a turnaround, which is a way of experiencing the opposite of what you believe. It is so simple that anyone with an open mind can do it. This process works. It is radical, and life-changing. Come experience the power of The Work.
Cost: donation
Read Loving What Is to learn more about The Work and visit www.thework.com
"Who would you be without your story?" Byron Katie
"Byron Katie is one of the truly great and inspiring teachers of our time. She has been enormously helpful to me personally. I love this very wise woman, and I encourage everyone to immerse themselves in The Work." Dr. Wayne Dyer
Yoga Skills for Working with Depression and Anxiety:
A workshop for Professionals
Empower your clients and students with tools to manage mood and take better care of themselves
March 23, 2012 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
Presented by Sherry Rubin, LCSW, RYT
This workshop is for the professional offering services as mental health, physical, occupational, speech or yoga therapist. Yoga teachers may also be able to use many of these techniques in their classes.
Research supports the eficacy of meditation and yoga as tools for managing moods. Knowledge of these practices will enhance what therapists can offer their clients, especially at times when the client becomes stuck. These tools offer clients a way to achieve their therapeutic goals by accessing the wisdom of the body through simple yet effective breathing and body sensing to calm the anxious mood and bring more energy to the depressed one.
Please call Sherry for more detailed program information at 610 873-0815 or visit her website at: www.sherryrubin.com
To get a registration form email temenos at information@temenosretreat.org
This program is co-sponsored by NASW-PA and offers 6 CEU credits for MSW, LPC and LFMT.
The Wisdom of Disappointment
A One-Day (or half-day) Silent Meditation Retreat
Saturday May 5, 2012 from 9:00 to 4:00 pm
Suitable for both beginning and experienced meditation students, this silent retreat includes guided meditation periods, silent sitting and walking meditation, dharma talk in the afternoon and question and answer session.
This day of practice will include direction in mindfulness of the breath, body, emotions and thoughts. Through the practice of mindfulness meditation it is possible to relate to life's challenges in such a way that they do not define you and also without being filled with stress and anguish. Consequently a new relationship with them will unfold that will bring you increased meanng, joy and freedom no matter how stressful your life may be.
Teacher: Larissa Kitenko is a longtime practitioner of Insight Meditation. She has been teaching mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) since 2005 and volunteers as an associate clinical chaplain at Shore Health System in Maryland. She studies and practices Buddhism in the Theravadan tradition and is currently participating in the Community Dharma Leader Program, a 2 year study program at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in California.
Fee: $25 registration for the full day, $15 for the half day. The fee does not include any payment to the teacher. There will be an opportunity to make a donation directly towards her at the end of the retreat.
Bring: cushions & pillows, chairs will be available; a bag lunch & drink if staying the full day.
Register by Phone or email: 410 430 2005 or lkitenko@yahoo.com
Indicate time of attendance:
Full day: 9 to 4 with lunch from 12:15 to 1
Morning: 9 to 12:15
Afternoon: 1 to 4
Talking With Fairies!
Experience Guided Communication with the Fairy Realm
Offered by Becky Clausen, Reiki Master
June 2, 2012 at the Farm House 1 to 4 pm
Have you ever thought about communicating with spiritual beings from another realm of existence? Fairies are fun loving and happy spirits that want to communicate with us! Teacher Becky Clausen (herself, a delighful, happy spirit) has communicated with the fairy realm for over 15 years. She is skilled at creating enjoyable, safe and truly believable fairy communication for all participants. Guided visualizations, specially designed by fairies, will be used to initiate each participant's own fairy experience. Workshop attendees will learn how to independently access the fairy realm using meditation and guided communication techniques.
Come join us for an amzing 3 hour workshop held outdoors. If we have lots of rain the workshop will be held inside the farm house.
Fairy communication can bring great joy, harmony, awareness and an understanding about life and the different realms of existence, accessible to us all.
Cost: $35 with cash or check made out to Complementary Health Works
Register by contacting Becky Clausen, Complementary Health Works 105 John Robert Thomas Drive
Exton PA 19342 610 363 7446
1564 Telegraph Road (Route 162), West Chester, PA 19382