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Wednesday, February 29, 2012

 
susan's musings
Hi Everyone,
I'm thankful for February 29 so I still have a day to publish the March events calendar before it is actually March! I don't know where the time goes. I sort of envy those people who say they so much time on their hands. I wish for a few more hours every day to do all I need and want to do. Still working on that bi-location thing!

Until then, I'll stay in linear time and try to work with it the best I can. So in the linear time of March we have several great authors coming to visit including Darab Lawyer and Clinton Libbey who penned the new metaphysical novel, Sun of Apollo; Steve Sisgold will talk about his book What's Your Body Telling You; Jane Bernard talks about her work on mindful easting in Am I Really Hungry?; and A.T. Mann, author of A New Vision of Astrology and the creator of the Mandala Tarot will speak and also hold private reading sessions.

I'll be offering our first Silent Meditation Retreat of the year March 31 - April 1. The retreat, which will take place in a Catoctin River Valley farmhouse, Fox Haven, is ideal for anyone who feels called to spend some time in silence, in nature, contemplative thought and meditation. You'll be fed light, clean vegetarian foods, breathe fresh air and listen to the sounds of birds, streams and wind. Details can be found below. Space is limited to 10, so please call or email early to hold your place!

I hope you've had a good February and that you move into March happily and joyfully!

Love,

susan

Here's Ella!
 
Oh why does that postman disturb my sleep everyday? 
 


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Susan Weis-Bohlen

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AyuconsultIndividual Ayurvedic Life Style Consultations
with Susan Weis-Bohlen

Ayurveda is the 5000-year-old Indian System of Health and Healing.

Learn how to heal yourself through food, daily routine, pranayama,  

meditation and yoga.  

 
   February appointments now available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays!

   

See information below on upcoming Ayurvedic Cooking Classes and our new course,   

Everything Ayurveda! 

 

 
Susan Weis 
During a private consultation, we determine your dosha (mind/body constitution) and take a deep look at any imbalances you may have, when they began, how your lifestyle works for or against you, and what you can do about it! I create a plan for you to restore yourself to full harmony and balance. You'll learn how to come back to your natural way of being through food choices and nutrition, daily routine, behavior, exercise, meditation, breath work, career choices and more.

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 [email protected] 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 to support your Ayurvedic lifestyle.

  

You can read about my personal Ayurvedic Journey here.

 

 

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All weekly classes and events, including Psychic readings with Aurora and Allyson, tarot with Cece, meditation classes and more, are listed below.  

  

 
freeayuclassJust Added: FREE TALK! Wednesday, February 29, 7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Join Susan Weis-Bohlen for an introductory talk about the new Everything Ayurveda 3-Month Course, which begins on Tuesday, March 20.

Learn all about the course and how Ayurveda can change your life! Ayurveda is the 5000-year-old Indian science of health and healing. Through Ayurveda, Susan Susan green teelost 50 pounds and lowered her cholesterol by 80 points. The physical, emotional and spiritual changes that occurred in her life encouraged Susan to become a Certified Teacher of Ayurveda through The Chopra Center in 2008.

For the past three years Susan has taught Ayurvedic Life-Style classes, cooking classes, Relationship and Weight Loss classes, as well as conducting individual Ayurvedic consults for hundreds of people. The new course puts it all together for you in a three-month program. Come hear the details for the course and how you can change your life through Ayurveda! Cost: Free 
 

 

MARCH 2012

Thursdays, 6 pm - 7 pm. Meditation practice with Susan Weis-Bohlen 

Through meditation we learn to focus, become less reactive and dramatic, be more peaceful and kind, and we even begin to forgive ourselves and others. Learning to let go is the powerful force behind meditation. Susan teaches basic meditation techniques, mantras, pranayama (breath work) and offers advice to help you create your own personal meditation practice. One breath at a time! Please be mindful to arrive no later than 6:05 pm.  

 

Susan has been practicing meditation for over 20 years and offers teachings from the best of what she has learned. Cost: $5 donation suggested

 

Wednesday, March 7, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Ravensong Shamanic Drumming Circle with Erin Reeve, MD 

Feel the rhythm of life! Ravensong drum circle will meet monthly and willErin Reeve, MD include drumming, dance, and at least one shamanic journey.  Activities will be molded to fit personal or global need. Shamanic beginners are encouraged to join! Please bring a drum or rattle, an eye cover, and a blankets/pillow to be comfortable during the journey. No experience necessary! 

 

Dr. Erin Reeve has been trained in shamanic healing and is a Reiki master in the Usui tradition.  She is in the Johns Hopkins Bayview Internal Medicine Residency program with intentions to practice integrative medicine and palliative/hospice care. Cost: Suggested donation $5 

 

Fridays, March 9 & 23, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. People and 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 body's natural healing systems. When the healing systems are performing at optimum level, the body, mind and spirit can heal itself. Reiki is a Kathleen Lesterwonderful healing therapy and has demonstrated effectiveness in aiding pain management in chronically ill patients, as well as pre and post operation pain; reduces stress, anxiety and depression; and promotes overall well-being (See a recent article "Reiki Really Works."  Bring yourself and/or your animal companion in and see what wonders Reiki can do.

 

Kathleen is a Reiki Practitioner & Teacher and through her practice she works with humans and animals. She is also founder and Executive Director of the Animal Reiki Alliance, promoting complementary healing for all beings. Kathleen practices in the Greater Baltimore Area. Kathleen is also a Certified Canine Massage Therapist offering sports massage therapy to small animals. Cost: $75 for a 50-minute session (in person); $35 for a 20 minute distance session  

  

 Saturday, March 10, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Sun of Apollo with Clinton Libbey and Darab Lawyer

The authors of "Sun Of Apollo" will discuss how they integrated religious prophecy with metaphysical and new age ideologies to create in-depth characters,Sun of Apollo themes and story lines. A prominent theme in the novel is the rise of the feminine consciousness and how it relates to achieving balance between the divine feminine and the divine masculine in the Age of Aquarius.

 

Each guest will receive a signed copy of "Sun of Apollo" and their own personalized astrological chart with an analysis of their inner-self, outer-self, and emotional tendencies. Each guest will need to know their time and place of birth in order to get an accurate astrological chart.

 

Please visit their Facebook page  and LIKE it to preview the first few chapters of "Sun of Apollo" and to get your FREE astrological chart. On the day of the event, please bring a copy of your chart for the discussion. If you cannot print it, we will print one for you at the event. Cost: $20

   

Tuesday, March 13, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Baltimore IONS Discussion Group

Baltimore IONS is affiliated with the Institute of Noetic Science, which was Baltimore IONSfounded by Edgar Mitchell in the 1970's to explore the mysteries of science of consciousness. This month, we'll discuss Transformation. See our Facebook page for details on this month's discussion. 

  

IONS group for anyone who is interested in a spirited discussion embracing all areas of psychic phenomenon from a scientific point of view, open to all the mysteries of the Universe and beyond. Look here for information on the April 17th IONS Book Club selection! We'll be reading The Hidden Reality: Parallel Universes and the Deep Laws of the Cosmos by Brian Greene. IONS Book Club choices are 20% off at breathe books! Cost: $5 donation  

 

Tuesday, March 13, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Seminar with the Author of "What's Your Body Telling You?" Steve Sisgold

Join us for a lively, fun and interactive seminar with Steve Sisgold, who will share stories, exercises and insights from his book "What's Your Body Telling You?Steve Sisgold Steve is an engaging speaker, health practitioner and coach who has taught thousands how to use their innate body intelligence to create better health, prosperity and richer more authentic relationships.

 

You will assess and learn how to raise your EQ and BQ to:

-Stay on purpose no matter what changes occur

-Have specific preparedness strategies to engage more powerfully with stress in a very effective way

-Enhance communication skills and inspirational thinking

-Reduce doubt and anxiety and increase confidence in making decisions 

-Identify and change non-productive beliefs and patterns

Cost: Free

 

 Wednesday, March 14, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Author Talk with Jane Bernard

Intuition expert Jane Bernard will talk about how to achieve long-term personal diet success by focusing on values and priorities, instead of calories and losing weight, bJane Bernardy using intuitive tools revealed in her book, "Am I Really Hungry? 6th Sense Diet: Intuitive Eating".  She will share surprising benefits of sensual eating and also address how to break cycles of stress/abusive eating by tuning in to your 6th sense. Jane speaks about different kinds of hunger and explains how to recognize physical intuitive cues to stay in sync with your body. She will address emotional hotspots caused by dieting and how you can use intuition to overcome them. If time permits she'll talk about children and intuitive eating. Please come with questions and concerns. 

 

Jane has degrees in philosophy and special education along with three decades of Renzai Zen practice form the foundation for her empowering program. Her new book is being called "revolutionary" for its psychological and intuitive approach to eating and diets. Jane's a member of The Association for Conflict Resolution and has been featured by The Montel Williams Show, cable TV programs and over 100 radio stations internationally. Jane lives in New York City, enjoys Bikram Yoga and has 2 children. Cost: Free  

 

Wednesday, March 14, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Astrology and Tarot with A.T. Mann

In 1972 Tad Mann designed and painted a square tarot deck with circular mandala images, which integrates Egyptian, Medieval, Gnostic and archetypal imagery within an astrological structure. The Major Arcana cards are planets, signs and elements guiding us in life. The integration of astrology with tarot allows beginners with a basic knowledge of astrology to understand and do tarot readings, and those interested in astrology to have access to this mysterious oracle. We use guided meditations and explanations of the cards, their symbolism and the wa ys in which we are the symbols. 

 Mandala Astrological Tarot

A. T. Mann (Tad) is an author, painter, architect and designer. He has served on the NCGR Board, and was designer and editor of the new NCGR Research Journal. Currently, he is a member of the organizing board of UAC2012, due to be held in New Orleans next May. Tad has been nominated for a Regulus Award, astrology's highest honor. He'll soon begin directing a two-year research experiment and 90-minute documentary in collaboration with the Dalai Lama's foundation to explore meditation and neuroscience and The Art and Science of Happiness. Some of his books include, The Divine Life: Astrology and Reincarnation, A New Vision of Astrology , The Mandala Astrological Tarot, Sacred Architecture, and Millennium Prophecies. Tad lectures and teaches internationally and is available for consultations. He lives in Hudson, NY. To learn more please visit his website or contact him at [email protected]Cost: $10 suggested donation    

 

 

Friday, March 16, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Private Tarot Readings with A.T. Mann

A.T. MannA.T. Mann uses his own Mandala Astrological Tarot for readings. He designed and painted this deck in 1972 and again for publication in 1987. As a result, all tarot readings have an astrological dimension implicit in them. He does a variety of spreads, m any uniquely of his own invention, to fully utilize these unique and powerful  cards. The readings will be recorded then digitally emailed to afterwards.

  

A.T. has taught his unique design ideas and methods at the Manchester Metropolitan University Architecture School, the Danish Design School and other universities. He participated in major information technology/ecological design conferences in Europe and the U.S. Cost: $100 for a 30 minute reading    

 

Allyson Walsh

Fridays, March 16 & 30, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Psychic Readings with Allyson Walsh

Meet Allyson Walsh, one of the Psy-dentical Twin Sisters whom The   Washington Post reported 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. Cost: $75, 1/2hour; $150, 1 hour

 

Friday, March 16, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Break Free and Relax with Sound Healing
Feeling stressed out? Worried? Anxious? Out of balance? Or simply yearning to Andrea Wengerconnect more deeply with yourself and the spiritual? This hour is intended to support you in relaxing deeply in order to break free from the tension and all that is not serving your deepest healing and highest good. Loving heartbeat drumming assists in releasing attachment and crystal singing bowls and vocal toning bathe you in angelic vibrations of love and light.

 

Andrea Wenger, MAHA, facilitates healing experiences for upside-down living with groups and individuals-to break free from should and live life according to your own rules. Cost: $15 - Bring anything that would assist you in being comfortable lying down: a yoga mat, blanket, pillows, etc   

 

Saturday, March 24, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Full Day Mindfulness Retreat with SStephen Clarketephen Clarke

Retreat will include meditation instruction, Dharma talk on mindfulness practice, Silence, Mindful Eating, mindful walking and contemplation.  No prior experience necessary. Open to all.  Stephen Clarke is a Senior Teacher in the Shambhala Buddhist Tradition and has completed a one-year retreat and other extensive training and study.  Stephen is also a Buddhist Psychotherapist with a private practice in Hampden.  Request that you bring a lunch, for mindful eating practice. Cost: $50

 

  

Tuesday March 20, 6:30 pm - 9 pm: Everything Ayurveda! See block below for details on this 3-month course!
Perfect Health course begins tonight.
 

 

Wednesday, March 28, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Channeling Mary Magdalena and the Mary MagdelineHealers with Aurora

Mary Magdalena and the Women Healers are a Loving Group of Beings who come to assist us.  Each channeling with them is unique for the group gathered.  They call themselves the Marys, meaning healers.  There will be time during the session for questions. They represent Divine Feminine energies.  All are welcome, men and women. Cost: $20  

 

 Thursday, March 29, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Pema Chodron Discussion GroupPema Chodron

Meditation instruction, reading, and discussion based on one of Pema Chodron's books. Open to all, perfect for beginners and those who are long time Pema fans.  Led by Stephen Clarke, Buddhist teacher.  The reading changes each month.

Cost: $20 suggested donation

 

 

 meditationretreatSaturday, March 31, 11 a.m. to Sunday, April 1, 6 p.m. Meditation Immersion: Spring Silent Retreat with Susan Weis-Bohlen

In silence we are able to get a glimpse of our true self, allowing us to delve deeper within and experience our essence...who we are, what we want to be, and how we can serve. We'll spend one night and two days in silent meditation, which includes nature walks, silent meals and guided Yoga Nidra and Chakra Meditations and breath work.

 

Susan Weis-Bohlen guides the retreat in a beautiful Frederick, Maryland Farm House. Surrounded by endless fields, mountain views, a stream, organic garden, wildlife and beautiful flowers and trees, you will easily tune out the world and settle into a place of quiet where you are able to watch your mind, and let go. No meditation experience is necessary, but it is helpful.meditation in nature

 

Please call 410-235-7323, or email [email protected] with any questions or to sign up. The retreat is limited to 10 people and will fill up quickly so please reserve your space soon! Cost: $160 includes tuition (shared room and board) - $100 deposit is due at registration, cash or check only.  

 

 

everythingayurvedaNEW! Everything Ayurveda: 3 Month Comprehensive Course, March 20 - May 22, 2012, with Susan Weis-Bohlen
For the past three years I've been teaching many different Ayurvedic life-style classes, cooking classes and offering private consultations. Hundreds haveSusan Dec. 2010 gone through one program or another, and have seen amazing results and life-style changes. Now you can find it all in one course, over three months.

As many of you may know, I began practicing Ayurveda in late 2007 and subsequently lost 50 pounds and reduced my cholesterol by 80 points. Ayurveda also helped me open my heart, heal old wounds and experience life in a brand new way, clear of clutter and full of enthusiasm. These changes convinced me to delve deeper into the wisdom of this 5000-year-old Vedic Indian system of health and healing, which led me to study with The Chopra Center of Wellbeing and with Amadea Morningstar.

In addition to feeling terrific, Ayurveda gave me a deeper understanding of people and relationships. I believe that Ayurveda is ultimately to thank for my 2010 marriage to Larry! Without Ayurveda, I don't think I would have been clear and present enough to recognize my true love. I sincerely believe Ayurveda unveiled this wonderful life -- health, happiness, love and a feeling that I have all the tools I need to stay on this path forever.

In light of my experiences and several years of teaching, I've put together a three-month program designed to give you ALL YOU NEED to create an Ayurvedic life-style for your self!

Everything Ayurveda includes all you need to help you live a healthier life, in harmony with nature:
  • Perfect Health Through Ayurveda 5-Week Program
  • Two Vegetarian Ayurvedic Cooking Classes
  • Shopping trip to the Indian Palace market and Wegman's  
  • One Individual Ayurvedic Consult
  • Two Group Follow-up Sessions
  • 20% discount off required Reading list
  • 10% discount on Ayurvedic products at breathe books   
  • Private Internet group page to talk to your classmates and me 24-7! 
The Details for Everything Ayurveda

Tuesday, March 20 - Tuesday, April 24, 2012, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (no class April 17): Five-Week Perfect Health Through Ayurveda Course
This Chopra-Center Ayurvedic Lifestyle program offers classes on Body, Mind and Soul; Nourishment and Nutrition; Detoxification and Rejuvenation; Emotional Freedom; and Gateways to your Inner Pharmacy. Included in the course is yoga and meditation, as well as an in-depth plan to create your own Ayurvedic lifestyle. Please see Ayurveda at breathebooks.com for more class details. 

Saturday, April 28, 12 pm - 3 pm: Ayurvedic Cooking Part 1: Includes setting up an Ayurvedic kitchen; how to work with greens, grains and beans; basic cooking techniques and recipes.

Sunday, May 6, 4 pm - 7 pm: Shopping Trip: Learn about the different foods and spices used in Ayurvedic cooking, where to find them and how to store them. Guided tour of the Indian Palace market and see Wegman's extensive Ayurvedic and Indian choices. (Timonium and Hunt Valley)

Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Group follow-up Session: Creating our Daily Routine. Let the wisdom of the group guide you in creating a routine that works for you and that you can stick with!

Sunday, May 20, 12 pm - 3 pm Ayurvedic Cooking Part 2: Includes creating churnas (spice mixes); using spices for healing; juicing and raw foods

Tuesday, May 22, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Group follow-up Session: Livng a life filled with Ojas: Daily detoxification routines and review of our program to to allow you to keep your perfect health in your own hands!

Individual One Hour Ayurvedic Consult: Create your personalized plan and to find solutions for areas of imbalance in your life -- emotionally, spiritually and physically.

Total program cost: $850. Space is limited to 15 people to ensure personal attention and to encourage participation by all. Program fee can be paid in two payments, with final payment due by March 1. $450 payment will hold your place and is refundable up to two weeks after payment is made.

 

 
ayucookingAyurvedic Cooking Class Schedule for 2012
Ayurvedic spices
Beans, Grains and Greens: How to Eat Like the Healthiest Vegetarians in the World!

Indian Ayurvedic cooking is easy to learn and delicious to eat! Throughout the year I'll be offering various classes which are always specific to the season.

In each class we'll learn: How to work with healing spices; how to combine foods for maximum nutrition
; cooking for a family;  Dosha-balancing recipes; and advice for your specific lifestyle needs.  We will create juices for each season, learn about raw foods and the appropriate time to eat raw,  make your own ghee, create wonderfully healthy, SWB Ayu Cookingfulfilling meals, which reduce cravings and set you on the path to perfect health!

Cost: $60. Space is limited to 12 people per class. Payment is due at time of registration and is refundable up to four weeks before class.


* CLASS DATES:
Saturday May 5, 12 pm - 3 pm
Saturday, June 2, 12 pm - 3 pm
Sunday, August 5, 12 pm - 3 pm
Saturday, October 13, 12 pm - 3 pm

*Class dates may change due to unforeseen events. New classes may be added.

 
weekliesWEEKLY CLASSES, READERS, MEETINGS and SESSIONS
AT A GLANCE

 

Sundays, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Lotus Heart Meditation Group

Classes in stress reduction via guided sitting and walking meditation followed by short readings and discussion. Special emphasis on group support for job seekers. Everyone is welcome! Cost: $5 donation. Meets in breathing space, the small house behind the store.   

 

Sundays, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. A Course in Miracles Discussion & Study Group

 A Course in Miracles is a complete self-study spiritual thought system. ACIM teaches that the way to universal love and peace is by practicing forgiveness, focusing on the healing of relationships and translating our interactions from hurt to healing. Cost: donation appreciated. Meets in second wind, down the porch from the main store entrance, first door on the left. 


Sundays and
Aurora GabrielWednesdays: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Psychic Readings with Aurora   Aurora celebrates over six years offering readings at breathe books! Her connection to Spirit Guides and Universal energies and channeled messages means that she delivers the most relevant information to you.   Cost: $55 for 1/2 hour; $95 for 1 hour

 

 

   

   

Sundays, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Recovery from Food Addiction group meeting   

Recovery from Food Addiction (RFA) is a fellowship of food addicts dedicated to physical, spiritual and emotional recovery achieved by abstaining from addictive eating, and the twelve steps of recovery. The group meets in second wind, down the porch, first door on the left. Cost: Donation. Meets in second wind, side door entrance from the porch.     

 

Mondays, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.  Intuitive Tarot with Cece Anna Lee: And NEW! Saturdays form 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. beginning in March!   

You are the driver in the journey into a symbolic land of Tarot, guided by Cece Cece Anna Lee

Anna Lee. No reading is set in stone - you are always the master of your destiny. It's about realizing what options you have, rather than foretelling a fixed future. A good reading should broaden our minds and help us get unstuck from situations that create suffering. Cost: $60, one hour

 

 

 

Mondays 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. True Names Zen Buddhist Meditation

True Names sits in the Vietnamese Zen tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, and includes sitting mediation, both silent and guided, and walking meditation. A dharma discussion follows. For more information, contact Lee Stierhoff at 410-319-0650.  Meets in breathing space, the small house behind the store. Cost: donation. All are welcome!

 

Thursdays, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Meditation with Susan Weis-Bohlen

Join us for a short Dharma talk, meditation instruction, breath-work, and sitting meditation. Learn to meditate with ease and to create a daily practice. Meditation techniques are based on Vipassana/Mindfulness meditation: Primordial Sound; and the teachings of many teachers including Muktananda and Yogananda and Deepak Chopra.  - All levels of meditators are welcome!  Cost: $5 suggested donation  

 

 

Please email [email protected] or call 410-235-7323 to make an appointment or to sign up for classes. If less then four people sign up, a class might be canceled. thank you!