Susan's Musings 

As I write this the stock market is falling, the US has been downgraded by the S&P, and our Congress went all dramatic on us with the debt ceiling limit issue. So is the sky falling?

It's still nice and bright in breathe books. We have about 25 people upstairs in second wind at an IONS meeting and another 10 or so are in breathing space for meditation tonight. I took in some BNotes today (our new local currency) and our psychic readers are booked up for the next week. It feels good in here...in the little breathe books world!

But as the planet goes through these massive shifts (perhaps pre-cursors and transformations leading to Dec. 2012) I'm trying to create my world exactly as I want it to be. That is why I'm having a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, August 25 at 7:30 p.m. to talk about the future of breathe books. It is my intention to find an individual, or a group of people, to partner with me so that we can grow breathe books and its programs. 

Among the most popular events at breathe books are the Ayurvedic classes, consults, workshops and retreats -- here -- and other places around the region. I want to continue to grow this side of the business, which teaches people how to take their health and well-being into their own hands through nutrition, creating a healthy and detoxifying daily routine, meditation and yoga, among other life-style changes.

I also love love love taking people on trips to sacred sites around the world. Our trip to India in November already has 11 people signed up! I would love to have the time to travel more and show people the world through spiritual eyes.

But I also love love love breathe books!! So I'm trying to figure out a way to keep a presence in the shop while doing what I do best for me and hopefully beneficial to the community. It seems this can be accomplished by partnering with someone who loves the store as I do, and wants to create a niche for themselves, which would allow me time to teach and travel, while they establish themselves in breathe books, creating an even stronger presence in the community and the independent bookselling world.

Does this sound good to you? Let's talk about it! I look forward to hearing what our customers have to say. The book world is changing daily. With the closure of Border's, perhaps "small and independent" may be the way to go! We can shift more easily with the times, we are in better contact with our customers and community, and can respond faster to what you want and need.

Feel free to contact me anytime for more information on partnering with breathe books. I'm in the exploratory phase, but I thought I'd let you in on it!

love,

Susan

p.s. to all who have emailed me about Ella -- here is your picture of the week!

Ella and me relaxing on Sunday.  Photo by Larry B.

p.p.s. August and September events are below!

Susan Weis-Bohlen

In these private consultations, we determine your dosha (mind/body constitution) and any imbalances you may have, and I help you create a plan to restore you to full harmony and balance. Learn how to come back to your natural way of being through food choices and nutrition, daily routine, behavior, exercise, career choices and more. I help you find your perfect health. Cost: $150 for one 1.5 hour session, or three sessions for $300 (follow-up sessions are one hour each). Please call 410-235-7323, or email susan@breathebooks.com to schedule your appointment or to learn more!

We carry a wide range of Ayurvedic products including herbs, oils, body products, toothpaste, facial care, balms, churnas, spice tins, ghee, honey and teas, and, of course, lots of books! 

* If you sign up for a consult, you can take $10 off the cost of an Ayurvedic Cooking Class (next classes are August 13 and October 9)!

You can read about my personal Ayurvedic Journey  

here

AUGUST at breathe books

Remember to call and sign up for classes and workshops. If less then 4 people sign up, an event might be cancelled.

Only books purchased from breathe books will be signed by the author at book talks. Please do not bring in books purchased from other vendors or online. Thank you! 

EVENTS!

Thursdays, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Meditation with Susan Weis-Bohlen: Making Meditation Accessible for All 

Join us for meditation, Dharma talks and questions and answers with Susan. No 

experience necessary! Open to anyone who wants to sit with us and learn more about the meditation process. Susan has been meditating for over 20 years and is thrilled to share her practice with you. We practice meditation based on the teachings of Yogananda, Muktananda, Deepak Chopra (Primordial Sound Meditation) as well as Jewish and Vipassana practices. By teaching you how to easily incorporate these meditation tools and techniques into your life, you'll see that you can reduce stress, have less reactivity and drama in your life, and feel more focused, calmer and at peace. Cost: suggested dana/donation, $5 appreciated

Fridays, August 12 & 26, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Animal Reiki Sessions with Kathleen Lester

Reiki is a non-invasive, complementary and alternative healing practice, promoting overall health and well-being. It balances the energy patterns and strengthens the animal's natural healing systems. When the animal's healing systems are performing at optimum level, the body, mind and spirit can heal itself. Reiki is a

wonderful healing therapy to aid in pain management (arthritis, cancer, etc.), promote relaxation and calm for stressed or anxious animals, increase the bond between human and animal, and ease the transition from life into death. Bring your animal companion in and see what wonders Reiki can do.

Kathleen, founder and Executive Director of the Animal Reiki Alliance, is a Reiki practitioner & teacher and owner of Zubhaa, LLC. She is an accomplished equestrian, grew up on a farm with horses, dogs, cats and cows and has lived and worked with animals ever since. Kathleen is also a Certified Canine Massage Therapist offering sports massage therapy to small animals. Cost: $75 for a 50-minute session

Saturday, August 13, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Ayurvedic Cooking to Create Balance in Your Mind, Body and Soul with Susan Weis-Bohlen

Ayurveda is the 5000 year-old Indian system of Health and Healing. Ayurveda believes that food is medicine -- what we eat directly impacts our health, physically, emotionally and spiritually.  

In the heat of the summer, we'll take some time to slow down and pay attention to the abundant food of the season and learn how the different fruits, grains and greens

and beans can affect our bodies and minds. And learn how to use spices to promote health and healing! 

Be your best at any weight by eating to balance your mind/body constitution - your Dosha. Come learn more about it and how easy it is to incorporate Ayurveda tools and techniques into your daily routine.  

Susan is a Chopra Center Certified teacher of Ayurveda and has studied with celebrated Ayurvedic Cookbook author and teacher Amadea Morningstar. Through Ayurveda Susan lost 40 pounds and reduced her cholesterol by 80 points.

Please sign up soon! Classes almost always fill up early and space is limited to 12 students. Last class of the year is Sunday, October 9, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Cost: $60

Sunday, August 14, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. The Feng Shui of Color by Color in Space with Emily Lauderback

Feng shui, the ancient Chinese system used to balance and enhance environmental energy, has increasingly been accepted as a valid and beneficial solution for improving our lives and destiny. We are delighted that our culture is awakening to what ancient Eastern cultures have known for thousands of years. Harmony and balance, especially with nature, are grounding principles of feng shui.  With the development of the Dwelling Palettes®, Color in Space has found that educating our clients about color theory and physics (the science of light), is the foundation of our success. Most individuals have not had the opportunity to enter the paradigm

through which we experience and understand color.  

Without light, we cannot see color. When we see color, it is light reflected back to us. Color is light, and light is a form of energy with its own frequency and wavelength. That's why thinking of color through a scientific or physics lens is often more helpful. Color in Space's Emily Lauderback discovered her inherent ability to create incredible spaces through remodeling and building houses of her own. A labor of love creating homes for her three daughters, Emily knows firsthand the personal investment this process takes. Through Color in Space, she strives to pass along that gift to anyone who desires their life to be as fulfilling as possible. That desire starts at home and can be nurtured by it!At Color in Space know how to manipulate and balance that energy to better support you. Please join us to learn how! See colorinspace for more information. Cost: $10

Wednesday, August 17, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Channeling the Archangels with Aurora

Join psychic and channeler Aurora Gabriel for messages from the Archangels. Enjoy a meditation to welcome the Archangels, hear what they have to share, and ask questions. Cost: $20

Thursday, August 18, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Monthly Pema Chodron Discussion Group: Intimacy with Fear led by Stephen Clarke

Our typical reaction to fear is to shut down and protect ourselves. Although this is a natural reaction, we end up stuck in habitual patterns in reaction to fear. Leaning into fear and opening our heart allows us to live our lives more in the present moment free of life limiting habits Cost: $20 suggested donation

Friday, August 19, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Psychic Readings with Allyson Walsh 

Meet Allyson Walsh, one of the Psy-dentical Twin Sisters who has been called one of the "best professional psychic mediums" of the Mid-Atlantic area. She has an uncanny ability to connect with her clients and offer messages that deeply resonate and can help you on your path. Allyson is now coming to breathe books twice a month to accommodate your needs. Please call ahead to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available! Cost: $100, 1/2hour; $175, 1 hour

Saturday, August 20, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Vanishing of the Bees: Documentary Screening

Join us in celebration of National Honey Bee day for a screening of an extremely important brand new documentary, Vanishing of the Bees. Honeybees have been mysteriously disappearing across the planet, literally vanishing from their hives. Known as Colony Collapse Disorder, this phenomenon has brought

beekeepers to crisis in an industry responsible for producing apples, broccoli, watermelon, onions, cherries and a hundred other fruits and vegetables. Commercial honeybee operations pollinate crops that make up one out of every three bites of food on our tables.

Vanishing of the Bees follows commercial beekeepers David Hackenberg and Dave Mendes as they strive to keep their bees healthy and fulfill pollination contracts across the U.S. The film explores the struggles they face as the two friends plead their case on Capital Hill and travel across the Pacific Ocean in the quest to protect their honeybees.

Filming across the US, in Europe, Australia and Asia, this documentary examines the alarming disappearance of honeybees and the greater meaning it holds about the relationship between mankind and mother earth. As scientists puzzle over the cause, organic beekeepers indicate alternative reasons for this tragic loss. Conflicting options abound and after years of research, a definitive answer has not been found to this harrowing mystery.

We will offer a second screening if the first one fills up, which will be from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. The film is 90 minutes long and a discussion will follow the film.  

Cost: $5 donation

Sunday, August 21, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Craig Wright: Challenges and 

Karma

This workshop is designed to enable participants to become aware of their challenges and determine how to expiate any karmic debt thus turning obstacles  into stepping-stones.

Dr. Craig Wright is an adjunct professor, radio host and spiritual advisor. He holds a PhD in Metaphysical Counseling from The University of Sedona, is a member of the Metaphysical Doctors Association, International Metaphysical Ministry and has over 25 years experience advising clients as a professional Numerologist.

Cost: $30

Wednesday, August 24, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Christopher Vasey: Naturopathy and Nutrition

Naturopathy does not only cure people with natural means (healthy foods, herbs, hydrotherapy, etc.) but teaches also how to live in accordance with the body's needs and possibilities. Nature doesn't function at random. To be healthy we have to respect the laws of nature. What are these laws? How can we use them in order to benefit from them? Join Swiss Naturopath Vasey to learn more! Mr. Vassey is the author of several books including The Acid-Alkaline Diet for Optimum Health, Naturopathic Way: How to Detox, Find Quality Nutrition, and Restore Your Acid-Alkaline Balance, The Water Prescription: For Health, Vitality, and Rejuvenation. Cost: Free

Thursday, August 25, 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Town Hall Community Meeting on the Future of breathe books with Susan Weis-Bohlen

As breathe books enters its' 8th year, we thought we'd talk to you, our supporters and community, about what you want and need from us. And we'll propose some plans for the future. The times have changed since we opened our doors in 2004, and it's time to re-focus, re-tune and re-invigorate. Tea and treats will be served! Please join us! Cost: Free

September 2011

EVENTS