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| Video and Discussion (11/1) |
| ["Real Women Have Curves" with America Ferrera [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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Wild Goose Qi Gong (11/3) |
| 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. $5 fee. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Tai Chi Chuan (11/3) |
| 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 (11/4) |
| 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 (11/4) |
| 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 and Deborah Dickson 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 (11/5) |
| 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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Values Clarification (11/8) |
| 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 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 (11/8) |
| ["Just Like A Woman" with Adrian Pasdar [R].] 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 (11/9) |
| 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 (11/10) |
| 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. $5 fee. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Tai Chi Chuan (11/10) |
| 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 (11/11) |
| [Discussion Topic: Creativity at Magnolia Cafe, 1920 South Congress.] 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 (11/11) |
| 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 (11/12) |
| 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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| Feldenkrais Movement For Life (11/12) |
| 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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| Art Show And Open House (11/14) |
| Austin is full of talented, budding artists who need encouragement and exposure of their work. The Human Potential Center has much to offer in the areas of personal growth and development. To showcase both, the Center hosts a quarterly Art Show and Open House. Featured are the remarkable paintings of Kristi Hayner and Jo Lagattuta, and the handmade jewelry of Pam Chambers and Lia Nelson. Friday, November 14 from 6 pm 10 pm. No charge. The Human Potential Center, 2007 Bert Avenue. For more information, visit www.HumanPotentialCenter.org or call 441-8988. No charge. (Return to calendar) |
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| Facilitator Training (11/15) |
| This intensive workshop series teaches you how to be a vital, knowledgeable and gifted facilitator for personal-growth groups. It consists of 12 four-hour workshops that occur over the span of a year and a half, and you will be co-facilitating at least twenty-four groups during that time. You'll come out of this training as a certified group facilitator, with the confidence and experience that are required to do the job well. It is particularly designed for people who have already done lots of personal growth work such as workshops, counseling, dream work and/or meditation. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. For more information, visit www.HumanPotentialCenter.org/FacilitatorTraining.html, or call (512) 441-8988. $100 per class (some scholarships available). Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (11/15) |
| ["Divine Secrets Of The Ya-Ya Sisterhood" with Sandra Bullock [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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| Peace Sunday (11/16) |
| 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 (11/17) |
| 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. $5 fee. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Tai Chi Chuan (11/17) |
| 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 (11/18) |
| 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 (11/18) |
| 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 and Deborah Dickson 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 (11/19) |
| 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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Guided Imagery & Music (11/20) |
| 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 (11/21) |
| The Native-American drum is not just a musical instrument, it is a tool 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. Bring a drum and/or rattle if you have one, and a prayer or spiritual song. Presented by Frank Del Toro. $20 fee. $15 for Annual and Premium members. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Peace Through Reiki (11/23) |
| This panel discussion builds on the fact that many Eastern and Western spiritual traditions include a belief in "healing energy." Since Reiki is a popular form of "energetic healing," we'll explore the connections between it and the process of building a more peaceful world. Teachers and others who have mastered Reiki will present their views on how Reiki can enhance inner and outer peacemaking activities. $10 donation. (Return to calendar) |
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Wild Goose Qi Gong (11/24) |
| 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. $5 fee. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Tai Chi Chuan (11/24) |
| 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 (11/25) |
| 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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| Thanksgiving Feast (11/27) |
| Gratitude and thankfulness are essential components of a happy and fulfilling life, according to many personal-growth authors and a number of scientific studies. Fortunately, our nation has set aside one day a year specifically for the purpose of giving thanks. We'll indulge in the traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings, and it's a potluck so you can add your own special touch to the meal. Let's make this a special time to remember all we've been blessed with, and to share those feelings with each other. No charge. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) (Return to calendar) |
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