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| Tour of Meditation Practices (9/2) |
| 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. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Reiki Exchange (9/2) |
| Within each one of us there is the capacity to energetically heal the imbalances of the mind, body and spirit. Participate in a group where novices and others can discuss, learn and practice energy healing together. Raachaele Williams, Deborah Dickson and David McCalib lead this experiential practice and support group. This is not designed to be an alternative to regular health care professionals. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Feldenkrais Movement For Life (9/3) |
| Many of us don't run, dance, or even stand up from a chair with as much ease and grace as we would like. But these movements of everyday life don't need to be difficult. The Feldenkrais Method shows us how to move in ways that are natural. Elaine Dove, an authorized Awareness Through Movement teacher, will teach us how to recognize our physical sensations and become more comfortable, relaxed and graceful. This helps build better relationships and achieve other personal goals. $80 for six-week series. $15 per week. $65 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (9/6) |
| ["Things Change" with Don Ameche [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! Free. (Return to calendar) |
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Wild Goose Qi Gong (9/8) |
| Qi Gong (sometimes spelled "Chi Kung") is a choreographed set of Chinese exercises designed to improve our overall health and well-being. Based on the flowing and graceful movements of geese, it uses stretching and other techniques to open the acupuncture meridians and increase our vitality and energy. Qi Gong participants enjoy a greater range of motion, improved balance, reduced mental stress and a feeling of rejuvenation. Led by Louis Knox. $10 fee. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Tai Chi Chuan (9/8) |
| Tai Chi is a choreographed set of martial art postures that are designed to increase your power and agility by using your inner energy. Like Qi Gong, Tai Chi helps improve your range of motion and lung capacity, and it places a special emphasis on balance. Practitioners often enjoy reduced stress and a feeling of well-being. If you are interested, some time will also be spent learning simple self-defense techniques. Led by Louis Knox. $36 for 6 weeks. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Chitchat & Chow (9/9) |
| [Discussion Topic: Personal Growth at Garibaldi's Mexican Restaurant, 4201 S. Congress Ave.] 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. Free (except for cost of meal). (Return to calendar) |
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| Advanced Healing Energy Exchange (9/9) |
| Many Eastern and Western spiritual and healing traditions include a belief in "healing energy." This workshop helps those experienced in energy work to share knowledge and to sharpen their skills with the support of others who have a similar background. All types of energy work will be discussed except for Reiki (the Center already provides a workshop dedicated to Reiki). No charge. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Feldenkrais Movement For Life (9/10) |
| Many of us don't run, dance, or even stand up from a chair with as much ease and grace as we would like. But these movements of everyday life don't need to be difficult. The Feldenkrais Method shows us how to move in ways that are natural. Elaine Dove, an authorized Awareness Through Movement teacher, will teach us how to recognize our physical sensations and become more comfortable, relaxed and graceful. This helps build better relationships and achieve other personal goals. $80 for six-week series. $15 per week. $65 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Making Polymer Beads (9/12) |
| Learn a time-honored tradition with a modern twist! Make various kinds of jewelry from fancy to funky using your own handmade polymer beads. Polymer clay is an easy, fast way to create beautiful jewelry beads. All you need is a small work space, some clay and a desire to create! Austin artists Pam Chambers and Lia Nelson encourage experimentation and creativity while teaching innovative skills and techniques. $20 includes materials. $15 for Annual and Premium members. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (9/13) |
| ["Ed-TV" with Matthew McConaughey [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! Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Board Meeting (9/14) |
| 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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Wild Goose Qi Gong (9/15) |
| Qi Gong (sometimes spelled "Chi Kung") is a choreographed set of Chinese exercises designed to improve our overall health and well-being. Based on the flowing and graceful movements of geese, it uses stretching and other techniques to open the acupuncture meridians and increase our vitality and energy. Qi Gong participants enjoy a greater range of motion, improved balance, reduced mental stress and a feeling of rejuvenation. Led by Louis Knox. $10 fee. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Tai Chi Chuan (9/15) |
| Tai Chi is a choreographed set of martial art postures that are designed to increase your power and agility by using your inner energy. Like Qi Gong, Tai Chi helps improve your range of motion and lung capacity, and it places a special emphasis on balance. Practitioners often enjoy reduced stress and a feeling of well-being. If you are interested, some time will also be spent learning simple self-defense techniques. Led by Louis Knox. $36 for 6 weeks. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Tour of Meditation Practices (9/16) |
| 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. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Reiki Exchange (9/16) |
| Within each one of us there is the capacity to energetically heal the imbalances of the mind, body and spirit. Participate in a group where novices and others can discuss, learn and practice energy healing together. Raachaele Williams, Deborah Dickson and David McCalib lead this experiential practice and support group. This is not designed to be an alternative to regular health care professionals. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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Dream Shop (9/17) |
| 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 your their life. As a result, you'll leave feeling clearer, more self-confident and more empowered. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. $20 fee. $10 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Guided Imagery & Music (9/18) |
| 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 fullfillment. 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. $20 fee. $10 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Sacred Tribal Drum Circle (9/19) |
| The native-american drum is not just a musical instrument, it is an instrument for the transformation of consciousness. This class teaches you how to use sound and rhythm for creative expression. In the process, you'll learn that sound and rhythm are also healing modalities that engage drummers on a deep emotional level, producing profound beneficial effects on your body and mind. $20 fee. $15 for Annual and Premium members. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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All-Day Dream Shop (9/20) |
| Dreams tantalize us with intriguing images every night. In this workshop you'll use those images to start resolving emotional conflicts in your life. You'll leave feeling clearer, more self-confident and more empowered. Facilitated by Robert McGarey, M.A., who has presented more than two hundred classes and workshops related to personal growth. $75 fee. $45 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (9/20) |
| ["The Efficiency Expert" with Anthony Hopkins [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! Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Peace Sunday (9/21) |
| 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. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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Wild Goose Qi Gong (9/22) |
| Qi Gong (sometimes spelled "Chi Kung") is a choreographed set of Chinese exercises designed to improve our overall health and well-being. Based on the flowing and graceful movements of geese, it uses stretching and other techniques to open the acupuncture meridians and increase our vitality and energy. Qi Gong participants enjoy a greater range of motion, improved balance, reduced mental stress and a feeling of rejuvenation. Led by Louis Knox. $10 fee. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Tai Chi Chuan (9/22) |
| Tai Chi is a choreographed set of martial art postures that are designed to increase your power and agility by using your inner energy. Like Qi Gong, Tai Chi helps improve your range of motion and lung capacity, and it places a special emphasis on balance. Practitioners often enjoy reduced stress and a feeling of well-being. If you are interested, some time will also be spent learning simple self-defense techniques. Led by Louis Knox. $36 for 6 weeks. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Advanced Healing Energy Exchange (9/23) |
| Many Eastern and Western spiritual and healing traditions include a belief in "healing energy." This workshop helps those experienced in energy work to share knowledge and to sharpen their skills with the support of others who have a similar background. All types of energy work will be discussed except for Reiki (the Center already provides a workshop dedicated to Reiki). No charge. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Improvisational Art (9/23) |
| Sometimes art is just too thought out. As artists, we have a tendency to get caught up in the details, thinking too much or agonizing too long over a subject. This can stifle our freshest creative impulses. In this one night workshop you will experience a technique that will free up your mind and your brush, allowing your inner Picasso to shine through. You might even surprise yourself! Led by local artist Leslie Harvey. $25 (supplies included). $15 for Annual and Premium members. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Chuckle Your Way To Enlightenment (9/24) |
| ["Out On A Limb" with Matthew Broderick [PG].] 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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| Your Ideal Relationship (9/25) |
| 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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| Alternative Lifestyles For The 21st Century (9/26) |
| ["Flying Saucers 101" or "Scientific Anomalies Research" by SMiles Lewis.] Not everyone has the same values and lifestyle as we do. That's a good thing, because we can often learn something important from people who see the world in a very different way. So every three months or so, we bring in someone who is able to explain to us a lifestyle that might seem a bit unusualor maybe even weird! We'll be covering a variety of novel topics, ranging from polyamory to permaculture to nudism to political activism. The more we know about uncommon options that are available to us, the more easily we can choose lifestyles that genuinely match our values, personality and goals in life. And besides that, it's fascinating! So come join us in this exploration of the unexpected. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Reiki Intensive (9/27) |
| Within each one of us there is the capacity to heal imbalances in the mind, body and spirit. Reiki Master Oceanna presents an in-depth learning experience with the opportunity for attunements up through the Master÷s Level. Everyone from neophytes to masters is encouraged to attend. Free. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Wild Goose Qi Gong (9/29) |
| Qi Gong (sometimes spelled "Chi Kung") is a choreographed set of Chinese exercises designed to improve our overall health and well-being. Based on the flowing and graceful movements of geese, it uses stretching and other techniques to open the acupuncture meridians and increase our vitality and energy. Qi Gong participants enjoy a greater range of motion, improved balance, reduced mental stress and a feeling of rejuvenation. Led by Louis Knox. $10 fee. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Tai Chi Chuan (9/29) |
| Tai Chi is a choreographed set of martial art postures that are designed to increase your power and agility by using your inner energy. Like Qi Gong, Tai Chi helps improve your range of motion and lung capacity, and it places a special emphasis on balance. Practitioners often enjoy reduced stress and a feeling of well-being. If you are interested, some time will also be spent learning simple self-defense techniques. Led by Louis Knox. $36 for 6 weeks. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Reiki Exchange (9/30) |
| Within each one of us there is the capacity to energetically heal the imbalances of the mind, body and spirit. Participate in a group where novices and others can discuss, learn and practice energy healing together. Raachaele Williams, Deborah Dickson and David McCalib lead this experiential practice and support group. This is not designed to be an alternative to regular health care professionals. Free. (Return to calendar) |
