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| Video and Discussion (3/2) |
| ["Best in Show" with Parker Posey.] 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. |
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| Celebrating Creativity (3/4) |
| [Try your hand at Collage.] Creativity is our birthright. If we don't have little doses of creativity sprinkled throughout our daily routines, we are missing out on some of the most wondrous gifts that life can bring. This event is our chance to take time to think and act creatively. You might find us going out to an art show or doing clay sculptures or putting on a talent show. Whatever we do, you can bet that there will be ample quantities of inventiveness, ingenuity and imagination flying through the air! Free. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) |
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| Tour of Meditation Practices (3/5) |
| 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. |
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| Reiki Exchange (3/5) |
| Within each one of us there is the capacity to energetically heal the imbalances of the mind, body and spirit. Oceanna and Lia Nelson facilitate a group where novices and others can discuss, learn and practice energetic healing together. This is an experiential practice and support group, and is not designed to be an alternative to regular health care professionals. Free. Please RSVP. |
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Life Patterns: Discovering Your Past, Present & Future (3/9) |
| The better we understand ourselves, the more productive and happy we can be. This workshop demonstrates one of the most effective ways we can learn about ourselves: discovering the patterns that repeat throughout our lives. These patterns reveal not only our doubts, insecurities and habits, but also our values, hopes and aspirations. Presented by Pamela P. Latham, LPC. $30 fee. $20 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. |
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| Video and Discussion (3/9) |
| ["Billy Elliott" with Jamie Bell.] 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. |
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| Chitchat & Chow (3/12) |
| [Discussion Topic: Personal Growth @ Fresh Choice, 9761 Great Hills Trail, 795-9200.] 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). |
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Wild Goose Qigong (3/12) |
| Qigong (sometimes spelled "Chi Kung") is a type of exercise developed in ancient China. It combines physical and mental techniques to increase and circulate one's "Qi" or internal energy. Wild Goose Qigong is a style of Qigong using the flowing and graceful movements of geese. Practitioners of Wild Goose Qigong often enjoy improved health and well-being, including improved balance, increased range of motion, reduced mental stress and a feeling of rejuvenation. Led by Louis Knox. $10 per session. Please RSVP. |
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Native American Drum Circle (3/12) |
| The native-american drum is not just a musical instrument, it is an instrument for the transformation of consciousness. This three-session 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. $75 for three-week series. $50 for Annual and Premium members. Please RSVP. |
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| Power of Fables and Myths (3/13) |
| ["The Wonderful Pump" by L. Frank Baum.] According to the mythologist Joseph Campbell, fables and fairy tales represent some of the most profound insights humankind has to offer. Only problem is, those insights aren't obvious at first glance. In this workshop, we use exhilarating role-plays and discussions to discover the in-depth meanings behind their plots. Free. Please RSVP. |
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| Dream Space (3/14) |
| Invite your dreams into the rest of your life in a safe, friendly, supportive environment for talking about and exploring dream experiences. Our emphasis is on integrating dream life with waking life and becoming more connected with ourselves and others. Led by Victoria Vlach, who has been working with dreams for over 20 years. Free. Please RSVP. |
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How To Be Assertive & Loving Too (3/14) |
| Being nice is not the same as being a doormat. You can be helpful and caring without getting run over by someone else's aggressiveness. This four-week workshop teaches you how to give without being taken and how to be assertive without being obnoxious. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. $95 for the four-week series. $50 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. |
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| Your Ideal Relationship (3/15) |
| 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. |
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| Video and Discussion (3/16) |
| ["Liberty Heights" with Adrien Brody.] 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. |
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| Growth Report (3/17) |
| Personal growth is not a one-person job. At the Center, we believe that the support of a community of like-minded people is a potent ingredient for exploring and understanding ourselves. That's why we offer you (as a member) a chance every year or so to share where you are right now on your personal growth journey. Many of our members say that having a small group of eight or ten people validating and supporting them for around two hours was one of the most powerful experiences they've had in a long time. We'll give you some questions you can use as a starting point, and you can improvise and embellish from there. (Like everything else here at the Center, the Growth Report is optional. However, we recommend it highly!) Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) |
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| Tour of Meditation Practices (3/19) |
| 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. |
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| Reiki Exchange (3/19) |
| Within each one of us there is the capacity to energetically heal the imbalances of the mind, body and spirit. Oceanna and Lia Nelson facilitate a group where novices and others can discuss, learn and practice energetic healing together. This is an experiential practice and support group, and is not designed to be an alternative to regular health care professionals. Free. Please RSVP. |
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Dream Shop (3/20) |
| 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. 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. |
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Guided Imagery & Music (3/21) |
| Music can lead you on an inner journey into your own consciousness. In the powerful process of Guided Imagery & Music, appropriately-selected 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. |
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How To Be Assertive & Loving Too (3/21) |
| Being nice is not the same as being a doormat. You can be helpful and caring without getting run over by someone else's aggressiveness. This four-week workshop teaches you how to give without being taken and how to be assertive without being obnoxious. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. $95 for the four-week series. $50 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. |
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Life Is Not Fair, And Why That Is Good For You (3/22) |
| Those who survive extreme hardships often have an inner resiliency that helps them adapt and thrive in the face of adversity. This workshop helps participants learn to tackle their challenges in creative ways, thus creating productive, thrilling, satisfying lives. Presented by Suzi McCoy, LPC. $20 fee. $10 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. |
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Overcoming Sanity (3/23) |
| If our definition of sanity no longer includes play, solitude, imagination, kidding around, rest, mischievousness, laughter, hugs, fun, laziness, spontaneousness or just plain silliness, it is time to think differently! Attend this workshop and learn how to free yourself and the ones you care about from raging sanity. Presented by Pamela Latham, LPC. $30 fee. $20 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. |
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Wild Goose Qigong (3/26) |
| Qigong (sometimes spelled "Chi Kung") is a type of exercise developed in ancient China. It combines physical and mental techniques to increase and circulate one's "Qi" or internal energy. Wild Goose Qigong is a style of Qigong using the flowing and graceful movements of geese. Practitioners of Wild Goose Qigong often enjoy improved health and well-being, including improved balance, increased range of motion, reduced mental stress and a feeling of rejuvenation. Led by Louis Knox. $10 per session. Please RSVP. |
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| Chuckle Your Way To Enlightenment (3/27) |
| ["Nothing To Lose" with Tim Robbins.] 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. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) |
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| Dream Space (3/28) |
| Invite your dreams into the rest of your life in a safe, friendly, supportive environment for talking about and exploring dream experiences. Our emphasis is on integrating dream life with waking life and becoming more connected with ourselves and others. Led by Victoria Vlach, who has been working with dreams for over 20 years. Free. Please RSVP. |
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How To Be Assertive & Loving Too (3/28) |
| Being nice is not the same as being a doormat. You can be helpful and caring without getting run over by someone else's aggressiveness. This four-week workshop teaches you how to give without being taken and how to be assertive without being obnoxious. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. $95 for the four-week series. $50 for Annual and Premium members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. |
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