Dear Friends:
 
Our special video showing of "The Secret" was well-attended, and a lively discussion ensued.  Many thanks to Elina Linna for providing this DVD!  If you missed the meeting, you can order the video from http://www.thesecret.tv .
 
For our next meeting, we are proud to present Alberto Ramon, speaking on the I Ching.  Here is what Alberto has to say:
 
The I Ching is the oldest existing system to ask questions to your Higher Self.  The purpose of tonight's presentation is to give a brief overview of my unique approach to the I Ching.  I have studied the I Ching for 30 years.  I have  developed a method to take the symbols from a reading, and form a simple phrase that gives you an answer.  I will give sample readings to the group, and guide you as you practice on each other.  If you have an I Ching book, please bring it for reference, preferably the book by Richard Wilhelm  and Cary Baynes, published by Bollingen.
 
The meeting will be Sunday, October 29, 6:30 - 9:30PM.  We will meet at Adriana's home in Novato.  Directions are given at the end of this email.   Please RSVP as soon as possible.  We would like to know who is going to be there.  If you are coming from a long distance, and are willing to give someone a ride, let us know well in advance so that we can help coordinate rides.
 
If you would like to be a future presenter, please let us know.  The purpose of RAHM is practical, with an emphasis on healing, guidance, therapy, and personal growth.  It's not just a "lecture" group but is also meant to be experiential.  Topics are based on the presenter's own background and skills - or can something the presenter would like to learn more about.  There is no better way to learn something than to teach it! 
 
We look forward to seeing you there!
 
Steve and Adriana
 
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ABOUT RAHM
 
RAHM is a forum for people to share what they have learned in their lives, their classes, workshops, degree programs, books and other media.  The group is structured on non-hierarchical principles.  We each share and contribute equally. 
 
The name of the group is Reading And Healing Marin (RAHM), although it is not exclusively for Marin residents. The acronym spells out the word Rahm. Rahm in Hebrew and Arabic signifies "The merciful or compassionate one." But Rahm also signifies the Womb as the seat of compassion. Rahm can also mean "high" or "lofty" in Hebrew. In Bavarian, Rahm means Cream - ie.) The best people or things in a group - "cream of the crop." The Numerology for RAHM is 22/4 which is a master vibration. In the first psychic reading received in 1971, Steve was told that his main spirit guide was Rahm, and that the name had magical significance if he would chant it.
 
The RAHM group (Reading And Healing Marin) meets monthly, every 3rd or 4th Sunday as pre-announced, and unless otherwise notified, 6:30PM - 9:30PM.  It is important to be on time!  For directions, see below.    
 
Each meeting will be divided into three hourly sessions.  There can be some flexibility, but this is the preferred structure:
 
- The first hour will be a presentation by someone in the group.  We will each take turns being presenter, from month to month. 
 - The second hour will be the healing/reading (etc.) exchange.  Even if you don't have the skills, that's OK.  We will be teaching each other these skills.  Alternatively, the first 2 hours can be an integration of lecture and workshop - at the presenter's discretion.
 - The third hour will be a discussion of our experiences of the evening.  It can also include a free-flowing, round-table discussion on relevant topics. 
 
There will be short breaks and light snacks.  Please bring something to share (nothing that would require utensils).  In some exercises, we may be lying on the floor.  So bring pillows if you can, and dress comfortably.
  
Sincerely,
 
Steve Glanz
650-349-2651
sglanz@rcn.com
 
Adriana Ames
415-717-6800
 
 
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Directions to the home of Adriana Ames - 602 Bolling Circle, Novato
From the South:
 
1. Take 101 North to Marin County. Exit at the Alameda del
    Prado/Hamilton exit. Go towards Hamilton; you will be on Nave Drive. 

2. Turn right at the first light, which is Bolling Drive (this is
    before you get to the entrance of the Hamilton Base).

3. Go straight until the road ends (you'll see the fire station to your
    right). Turn right into Bolling Circle and park on the street. The
    house is on the second driveway to the left: 602 Bolling Circle.

From the North:

1. Take 101 South to the Alameda del Prado Exit. Go left on Alameda del Prado. Then take a left on Nave Drive.

2. Follow the directions above (#2 and #3).