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| May Day (5/1) |
| May Day is traditionally the beginning of Spring Fever, a time to celebrate the renewal and blossoming of creativity, vigor and life. Salute Spring with this potluck party where we share with each other the fruits of our creative labors: poetry, music, or some other brainchild or invention that our muse has inspired us to create.Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) |
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Healer "Whole" Thyself (5/3) |
| This workshop is designed for health care providers at all levels of clinical experience from budding beginners to seasoned practitioners. Its aim is to uncover fragmented aspects of self that may have become split off in the day-to-day demands of providing treatment services to challenging client populations within likewise challenging haelth care delivery systems. We will make use of poetry, ceremony and cutting edge technologies to reconnect with our "whole" selves. Caution: this workshop may result in your getting unstuck from self-defeating, soulless patterns and propel you into living your larger life story with newfound aliveness and purpose! 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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Eclectic Spirituality (5/4) |
| As a child, I was brought up in a particular religious tradition. I was not exposed to any other religion or philosophy until I chose to study them on my own as an adult. Each religion or philosophy has something to offer. By studying them all, we can discover what they all have in common and choose what feels true for each of us, discovering our own beliefs and eliminating what feels uncomfortable. Join Butterfly in exploring the power of individual truth! $30 fee. $15 for Annual and Premium members. Please RSVP. |
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| Video and Discussion (5/4) |
| ["Dinosaur," an animated feature film.] 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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| Pecan Street Festival (5/5) |
| The Pecan Street Festival is Austin's answer to the Renaissance Faire. It provides a chance to revel in the creativity and ingenuity of street vendors, local musicians and Austin restaurants, all of whom set up booths to purvey their wares. Appreciating the creativity of others is a great way to trigger your own creativity, so join us and let yourself be amazed! Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) |
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| Tour of Meditation Practices (5/7) |
| 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 (5/7) |
| 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 Space (5/9) |
| 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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| Finding The Hero/Heroine Within (5/10) |
| The stories we tell about ourselves and our world help determine our success, our happiness and our peace of mind. Learn to use personal myths for discovering inner inspiration and creating a vital experience of personal empowerment. Presented by Master Storyteller David Thompson. Free. Please RSVP. |
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All-Day Dream Shop (5/11) |
| 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. |
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| Video and Discussion (5/11) |
| ["Blow Dry" with Alan Rickman.] 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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| Mother's Day Bar-B-Q (5/12) |
| It's time to celebrate Mom, so bring along your favorite dish that Mom always used to cook and share it with others at the potluck. This is a chance to appreciate not only your own mother, but also the feminine principle that Carl Jung says exists within us all. Ages 5 and up. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) |
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| Chitchat & Chow (5/14) |
| [Discussion Topic: Creativity @ Central Market Café 40th & Lamar 206-1020.] 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 (5/14) |
| 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 fee. Please RSVP. |
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Visioning Through Collage (5/14) |
| In this playful two-session workshop, you'll learn to make your dreams come true by applying your imagination and spiritual inner vision to the 'real world'. Through photo collage and journal writing with the non-dominant hand you will practice using both sides of the brain thereby accessing your inner wisdom and creativity by reconnecting with your passion! Led by Shiila Safer, Creativity Coach and local workshop facilitator. Bring any favorite magazines or photos and an unlined 8-1/2 x 11 journal or notebook. $50 for 2 sessions, plus $5 for handouts and supplies. $30 plus $5 for supplies for Annual and Premium members. Please RSVP. |
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Dream Shop (5/15) |
| 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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| Visioning Through Collage (5/16) |
| In this playful two-session workshop, you'll learn to make your dreams come true by applying your imagination and spiritual inner vision to the 'real world'. Through photo collage and journal writing with the non-dominant hand you will practice using both sides of the brain thereby accessing your inner wisdom and creativity by reconnecting with your passion! Led by Shiila Safer, Creativity Coach and local workshop facilitator. Bring any favorite magazines or photos and an unlined 8-1/2 x 11 journal or notebook. $50 for 2 sessions, plus $5 for handouts and supplies. $30 plus $5 for supplies for Annual and Premium members. Please RSVP. |
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Guided Imagery & Music (5/16) |
| 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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| Video and Discussion (5/18) |
| ["My Louisiana Sky" with Juliette Louis.] 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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| Tour of Meditation Practices (5/21) |
| 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 (5/21) |
| 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 Space (5/23) |
| 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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Wild Goose Qigong (5/28) |
| 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 fee. Please RSVP. |
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| Sexuality: A Touchy Subject (5/31) |
| Most people have very few chances to hear frank talk from the opposite sex on what they honestly feel and believe about sex and sensuality. You too? Well, here's your chance! Come learn what men and women really feel about the touchy subject of sexuality in a lively, facilitated group discussion. Free. |
