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| Tour of Meditation Practices (6/2 from 6:15 - 7 pm) |
| Hundreds of approaches to relaxation/centering/meditation have been developed over the centuries, and each has its own charm, benefits and wisdom. We explore one new approach each meeting. This lets you work some relaxation into your life while building a repertoire of stress-management techniques for improving your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Ages 12 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Building Your Self-Esteem (6/3 from 7 - 10 pm) |
| How we feel about ourselves impacts every part of our lives: our romantic relationships, our career, our finances, our family life. It determines our satisfaction with life and our psychological health and resiliency. This four-week workshop teaches you how to cope with difficult situations, dispel unnecessary feelings of guilt, and improve your relationships through boosting your self-confidence and building sound self-esteem. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. $175 for four-weeks (includes CD and a 30-page workbook). $150 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Board Meeting (6/6 from 1 - 3 pm) |
| As a nonprofit, the Board of Directors establishes our mission and goals, and develops policies and procedures to help us move effectively in that direction. Our Board meetings are open to the public; feel free to come and share your energy and ideas to help us tap the creativity, love and playfulness of the human spirit. No charge. (Return to calendar) |
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| Shabby Chic Cleanup (6/6 from 3 - 6 pm) |
| Come tickle your creative sensibilities by helping us spruce up the interior of the Center, to make it feel more inviting and exciting to spend time in! You can help create the kind of comfortable, professional ambience that encourages people to learn more about themselves and each other. We're aiming to create a "shabby chic" atmosphere in three steps: Sort, Organize and then Decorate. Coordinated by Leslie Harvey. Free. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (6/6 from 7 pm - Midnight) |
| ["Last Chance Harvey" with Dustin Hoffman [PG-13].] Most Saturday nights, you'll find us watching a popular movie here at the Center in a fun, informal atmosphere. Then we have a discussion. We don't discuss the movie, though; we discuss personal growth issues and themes that came up in the movie. So we're not doing a "Siskel and Ebert" type of review, but rather an in-depth personal growth process that helps us get to know ourselves and each other better. During the discussion we learn and practice essential communication skills like I-Statements and Open-Ended Questions, so that we can apply them more effectively in the rest of our lives. Each month there's a different general topic for the videos, ranging from Relationships to Overcoming Obstacles to Remarkable People. Come join us! Ages 18 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Permaculture, Chickens & Yoga (6/8 from 7 - 9:30 pm) |
| [This month's video: The irreverent stand-up comedy of "Doug Stanhope: Deadbeat Hero"] In this wide-ranging, free-wheeling movie/discussion group, we'll tackle a different topic each month. Using a fascinating or controversial video as a springboard, we explore the challenges it presents and learn how to change the world! Feel free to bring friends and an open mind. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Chitchat & Chow (6/9 from 11:45 am - 1 pm) |
| [Discussion Topic: Money & Personal Growth at La Reyna, 1816 S. 1st Street.] Tackle a personal growth topic with a lively group of thinkers while savoring a new cuisine at one of Austin's many fascinating restaurants. Topics range from Money to Creativity to Careers to Spiritual Growth. Ages 18 and up. Free (except for cost of meal). (Return to calendar) |
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| Building Your Self-Esteem (6/10 from 7 - 10 pm) |
| How we feel about ourselves impacts every part of our lives: our romantic relationships, our career, our finances, our family life. It determines our satisfaction with life and our psychological health and resiliency. This four-week workshop teaches you how to cope with difficult situations, dispel unnecessary feelings of guilt, and improve your relationships through boosting your self-confidence and building sound self-esteem. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. $175 for four-weeks (includes CD and a 30-page workbook). $150 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Crafts (6/11 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Participants will be building bead-based earrings, so they can take home a pair or two, specially designed by themselves, by the end of the evening! Ages 16 and up. $20 (materials included). $15 for members. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Boastmasters (6/12 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Here's your chance to dust off your old accomplishments, actual or imagined, and really shine! You have probably rarely had a chance to brag about what you've done, so here's it is! Boast your way to happiness and be regaled with applause from your very own peanut gallery! Free for members. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (6/13 from 7 pm - Midnight) |
| ["New In Town" with Renée Zellweger [PG].] Most Saturday nights, you'll find us watching a popular movie here at the Center in a fun, informal atmosphere. Then we have a discussion. We don't discuss the movie, though; we discuss personal growth issues and themes that came up in the movie. So we're not doing a "Siskel and Ebert" type of review, but rather an in-depth personal growth process that helps us get to know ourselves and each other better. During the discussion we learn and practice essential communication skills like I-Statements and Open-Ended Questions, so that we can apply them more effectively in the rest of our lives. Each month there's a different general topic for the videos, ranging from Relationships to Overcoming Obstacles to Remarkable People. Come join us! Ages 18 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Peace Sunday (6/14 from 1 - 3 pm) |
| In an effort to improve the peaceful conditions in the world, we host 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. Ages 14 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Tour of Meditation Practices (6/16 from 6:15 - 7 pm) |
| Hundreds of approaches to relaxation/centering/meditation have been developed over the centuries, and each has its own charm, benefits and wisdom. We explore one new approach each meeting. This lets you work some relaxation into your life while building a repertoire of stress-management techniques for improving your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Ages 12 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Building Your Self-Esteem (6/17 from 7 - 10 pm) |
| How we feel about ourselves impacts every part of our lives: our romantic relationships, our career, our finances, our family life. It determines our satisfaction with life and our psychological health and resiliency. This four-week workshop teaches you how to cope with difficult situations, dispel unnecessary feelings of guilt, and improve your relationships through boosting your self-confidence and building sound self-esteem. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. $175 for four-weeks (includes CD and a 30-page workbook). $150 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Guided Imagery & Music (6/18 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Music can lead you on an inner journey into your own consciousness. In the powerful process of Guided Imagery & Music, superb musical compositions take you wherever you need to go for personal growth and fulfillment. At the end of the musical journey, you'll have the chance to share your experiences with the group. Afterwards, you'll create a visual image to help you better enjoy and remember the insights you received during your voyage. Led by Amy Blair, a Fellow of the Association of Music and Imagery. Ages 12 and up. $20 fee. $10 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Think Tank (6/18 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Brainstorming session for anyone interested in new ways of improving the Center, Austin and the world. We'll spend time discussing new ideas and ways of creating better lives that are sustainable and work best for everyone. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Birthday Bash (6/19 from 7 - 10 pm) |
| [Potluck Party for Bob and Rachel.] We celebrate members' birthdays with a delectable potluck followed by birthday cake and games that are perfect triggers for unbridled group creativity! If you enjoy sparkling wit, an easygoing atmosphere and delightful food, don't miss this one! Free for members. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) (Return to calendar) |
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Values Clarification (6/20 from 10 am - 4 pm) |
| Our value systems help determine the kind of people we are and the quality of the relationships we build. Yet most of us rarely take time to examine where we want to go in life, and so we often end up with lives that are constructed to the specifications of our family, religion or economic status. This delightful, fast-paced workshop helps you get clear on your goals and start building a life that is truly your own. $75 fee. $50 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (6/20 from 7 pm - Midnight) |
| ["Martian Child" with John Cusack [PG].] Most Saturday nights, you'll find us watching a popular movie here at the Center in a fun, informal atmosphere. Then we have a discussion. We don't discuss the movie, though; we discuss personal growth issues and themes that came up in the movie. So we're not doing a "Siskel and Ebert" type of review, but rather an in-depth personal growth process that helps us get to know ourselves and each other better. During the discussion we learn and practice essential communication skills like I-Statements and Open-Ended Questions, so that we can apply them more effectively in the rest of our lives. Each month there's a different general topic for the videos, ranging from Relationships to Overcoming Obstacles to Remarkable People. Come join us! Ages 18 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Father's Day Bubba-Q (6/21 from 1 - 3 pm) |
| We relish the chance to celebrate the masculine part of each of us through this most masculine of all rituals, the barbecue. Join us for a delightful afternoon of interaction and merriment! Free. Please RSVP to coordinate food. (MEMBERS ONLY.) (Return to calendar) |
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| Permaculture, Chickens & Yoga (6/24 from 7 - 9:30 pm) |
| [This month's video: The irreverent stand-up comedy of "Bill Hicks: Sane Man"] In this wide-ranging, free-wheeling movie/discussion group, we'll tackle a different topic each month. Using a fascinating or controversial video as a springboard, we explore the challenges it presents and learn how to change the world! Feel free to bring friends and an open mind. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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Dream Shop (6/25 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Dreams are an untapped source of self-discovery, and most of us don't realize we create hundreds of intriguing images in our dreams every night. In this workshop, you'll use those images to start resolving emotional conflicts in your life. As a result, you'll leave feeling clearer, more self-confident and more empowered. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. Ages 18 and up. $20 fee. $10 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Your Ideal Relationship (6/26 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Most of us spend years searching for satisfying relationships, and the results are often less than we might hope for. We may have overlooked the all-important first step: becoming clear about what we really want. This workshop provides valuable tools for identifying traits we desire in a partner, and suggestions on how to build fulfilling relationships using these newfound insights. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Chuckle Your Way To Enlightenment (6/30 from 7 - 9:30 pm) |
| ["A Night at the Opera" with Marx Brothers.] A good belly laugh doesn't just feel good, it actually boosts our immune systems and improves our health. So we encourage laughter each month with an event designed for just plain fun. We watch humorous flicks, visit comedy clubs or attend other events that promise a hilarious time for all. Free for members. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) (Return to calendar) |
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