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Often these days we hear about how our minds and our bodies are linked. Through meditation we can become more aware of how the states of mind and emotional reactions we experience through the day play out in our body. Likewise, what we do with our body and the environments we put it in have an effect on our state of mind.
The upside of this is we can get things flowing in our mind and emotions by moving our body. Notice how good you feel after a stretch or a brisk walk? Conversely, if our body is hunched up, or our legs our crossed tightly, our mind probably is too! We can start to pay attention to this by noticing how our posture actually makes us feel, including the healthy and supportive ways we can use our body.
If you spend most of your working days sitting at a computer, track your posture through the day. Break things up with regular movement, at least every 50 minutes. The article below tells of workplaces in Sydney that are introducing very different ways of structuring work environments which provide for much more activity and flexibility during a work day, with corresponding benefits to health and satisfaction. If your workplace is less flexible, you can get creative. Walk the long way to the copier, do some simple stretches at the hand basin. It's also great to do simple eye exercises looking softly and then further in the distance. Notice your breathing when you do this compared to how you breathe when fixed on the computer screen.
http://www.theage.com.au/executive-style/fitness/stand-and-deliver-20120331-1w51r.html
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Spring course
Sundays 9-1, October 14 & 21 | |
One of our most popular ways to learn about meditation. Our condensed Learn to Meditate course runs over two consecutive Sundays in October. Perfect for those with families or short on time during the week.
In these half day sessions, we'll cover all the basics you need to know to get a feel for meditation and learn what sort is right for you. You will gain the skills and inspiration necessary to start to bring it into your own life.
Spring course details on our website
Sunday 9 am - 1 pm
14 & 21 October
Lifeflow Studio, 8/259 Glen Osmond Rd, Frewville
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| Running on empty? |
Are you in need of a boost as we head towards the busy end of the year? The freshness of Spring is a wonderful time to replenish yourself, relax and enjoy one the most beautiful spots in the Adelaide hills.
Fully catered, no dishes, experienced and caring teachers.
What more can we say? :-)
 Joy of being - 26-28 Oct
Without realising it, we often look outside of ourselves to the people and situations around us in order to feel good. As our feelings are a part of our own life it is possible to take our emotional well-being into our own hands...
 Opening fully to life - the creative act of being
16-18 Nov
When we let go of our expectations, we are open to what is happening, right there in front of us, right here and now. Instead of being caught up in our hopes and fears, we can then engage fully in the dance of life...
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| The ones that got away | |
Did you miss any of your Lifeflow Term 3 classes in the past couple of months? Did things get a bit too hard? It happens. Well, never fear, because you can make them up at our regular Tuesday night Refresh and Restore classes. In these classes you will get the chance to practice two or three of our regular meditations and help bring some calm and balance into your week.
Every Tuesday, 6-7 pm
$20/$15 per session
Lifeflow Studio, 8/259 Glen Osmond Rd, Frewville
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| Little reminders | |
 Would you like the occasional gentle reminder to use your meditation skills? If so, check out our Facebook page. We've found that it's a great way for us to share the things that can add a little joy: spot meditations, moments of humour, beauty or reflection. A little bell amidst the chaos.
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| Key dates for 2013 are on our website | |
 We've posted dates for all terms for 2013, plus dates for our retreats. Full details about retreats should be available by late November.
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| 5 free Come and Try sessions 8-11 Oct | |
 If you'd prefer a taste of what we offer before doing a course, we will be running our free Come and Try sessions in early October. In these sessions you'll find out about Lifeflow meditation, how we teach it as well as experiencing some of our meditations.
No bookings or experience required, just come along - bring a friend if you like! There's plenty of time for questions too.
Lifeflow Studio
8 / 259 Glen Osmond Rd, Frewville
Mon 8 Oct, 6-6.45 pm
Tue 9 Oct, 7.30-8.15 pm
Wed 10 Oct, 10-10.45 am
47 South Tce, Level 3
Thu 11 Oct, 5.45-6.30 pm
Victor Harbor
Tue 9 Oct, 7-7.45 pm
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| Term 4 starts from Mon 15 October |
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| term 4 |
Mon 6, Tue 7 at Victor Harbor,
Tue 7.30, Wed 10, Wed 7.30,
Thu 5.45 (3rd floor, 47 South Tce) | |
| term 4 | Mon 10, Tue 7.30, Wed 5.45
(3rd floor, 47 South Tce), Thu 5.45 | |
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Wed 5.45, Thu 7.30 | |
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Tue 5.45 | |
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Wed 5.45, Sat 11.30, |
Book online to join any of these courses, or call us on 8379 9001.
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| Have your say, or show your pix too. . . | | If you come across a great web article, story, or meditation inspired photo that you think would be of interest to others at Lifeflow, then send it in and if it is suitable we'll put in an upcoming email newsletter. |
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The team at Lifeflow
Lifeflow Meditation Centre
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