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| Issue: 28 |
February 1, 2010
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| Sankalpa: Yoga of Resolution Feb 26 YTOC Event |
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We often make resolutions that don't seem to last and, sometimes, we don't even know what we really want. How do we determine what we really want and then fulfill our deepest heart desires?
On Friday, February 26th, from 6-9 pm, YTOC members Hansa Knox and Bill Eager will present an enriching exploration of the yogic concept of Sankalpa, "the yoga of resolution". The event will be held at Hansa's studio, Prana Yoga and Ayurveda Mandala in North Denver.
Participants will be guided through svadyaya (self study) tools to assist in exploring mind and attitudes. Notes Hansa,"Our intention will be to determine our heart's desire, to "hear" our wisdom-self vs our ego-self and to create a power resolution to set a course of action in our life."
The sankalpa will then be rooted into the deepest part of our being through a practice of Yoga Nidra, led by Bill Eager.
HANSA KNOX: Hansa is an ongoing student of Kripalu Yoga. She has integrated work from other teachers who have offered insights on the path of yoga. She utilizes yoga, yoga cikitsa, ayurveda and massage in her practice. She owns the PranaYoga and Ayurveda Mandala in Denver where she teaches yoga classes, yoga teacher and yoga therapy training. Hansa is a past president of Yoga Allliance and Yoga Teachers of Colorado. She has served on the Board of Kripalu Center, Sanga, International Yoga College, and is an advisor to International Association of Yoga Therapy.
BILL EAGER: Bill knows the universe has plenty to offer and he is passionate about teaching how to live an inspired and healthy life. Bill is a certified yoga instructor, a Yoga Nidra Facilitator, and a Reiki and energy healer. His efforts have been featured in Yoga Journal, Shape Magazine, and Yogi Times. In addition to workshops at yoga studios across the U.S., Bill has been a presenter at Yoga Journal conferences. He is currently working with Yogi Amrit Desai and Yotran, Europe's largest yoga and work-life balance social network.
Friday evening Feb 26th 6:00-9:00 pm
Prana Yoga and Ayurveda Mandala
3333 Federal Blvd, Denver
(parking in the rear off alley)
- FREE to YTOC members
- $20 for non-members
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President's Corner: Our Relationship |
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I'm always glad when February arrives. It finally feels as though the new year is official and everyone has recovered from the craziness of the holidays. Have you noticed that you are barely get your decorations stashed away when, suddenly, everything retail takes on decided hues of PINK? Hearts appearing everywhere to remind us, once again,that this is the time of year we are to celebrate our relation-ships. Wouldn't it be lovely if we could honor and treasurethe myriad of relationships in our lives, all year long?
Spiritual teacher Jack Kornfield writes, "All spiritual practice is a matter of relationship: relationship to ourselves, to each other, to life and to the Divine. Whether we like it or not, we are ALWAYS in relationship, with someone or something." What we get to practice, however, is how we go about it. Do we focus on perceived differences that create a sense of division and separation? Or do we honor that which we share; that which unites us? Our oneness? It's always a choice.
Webster's dictionary defines "relationship" as "having close connection through common origin". As fellow yoga teachers, we share a common origin in our mutual passion for yoga, our deep desire to bring the gifts of yoga's teachings to others, and a common commitment to growing ourselves professionally, personally and spiritually. Our differences, the "how" we choose to offer ourselves, just makes it all the more exciting.
In our "close connection through common origin", WE--this group of yoga teachers living and teaching together in the beautiful state of Colorado--we are in relationship with one another. Let's honor and celebrate that, for in it are we all enriched and strengthened.
"Love does not consist in gazing at each other, but in looking outward together in the same direction."
Antoine De Saint-Exupery
Namaste',
Jeanne Thornton, YTOC President
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 New YTOC Members! |
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It's always exciting when we have new members join our YTOC community! Here's a spotlight on this month's members:
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Meg DePriest
Chonin Horno-Delgado
Angela Kljunich
Susan Wong
And welcome back Janet Doolin
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Members, one of the benefits to being a part of YTOC is building professional and interpersonal networks with teachers and yogis throughout the state. Maximize this benefit by updating your profile at YTOC Teacher Directory. It's just a great way to learn more about each other and to promote yourself to those looking at the site
to find a teacher and a class.
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| Krishna Das, Deva Premal and Miten, Together |
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| For all you kirtan lovers out there, we just thought we'd give
you a heads-up that on Saturday April 3rd, Krishna Das and
Deval Premal and Miten will be appearing together in concert
at the Paramount Theater in downtown Denver.
calling 866-461-6556.
If you have never experienced these amazing kirtan artists live and in person, we promise you--this is going to be a treat! | |
| Upcoming Events in Our Yoga Community |
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(Click on the dates to visit the authors' profiles for these events)
February 5, 20105-month, 200- Hour Yoga Teacher Training beginning February 5-7, 6pm Fri-8pm Sunday. Contact Dona Smith: P.O.Box 1091 Boulder, Colorado, 80306 info@rmiya.org(303) 499-2910 February 7, 2010Readings and Discussion of the Bhagavad Gita - Meeting 2 Sundays per month beginning in February. Littleton Yoga Center 303-932-9009
February 7, 2010Achieve Your Sankalpa Using the Amrit Method Yoga Nidra with Bill Eagers. Resolutions are often easy to
make, but difficult to maintain. That is because most of us try to
solve problems with the same mind that created them. This form of Yoga
Nidra is based specifically upon the teachings of Swami Sri
Kripalvanandji (Bapuji). This four hour workshop is for
anyone who wants to consciously create positive, sustainable change. $60, Sunday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m, Prana Yoga, e-mail pyamandala@gmail.com, 303-432-8099 February 10, 2010Contemplative Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Program. 10 Month, 265 hour, Yoga Teacher Training. Starts Starts February 10, 2010 in Denver CO. First weekend 2/13 and 2/14 Contact Karin Bustamante: info@karinyoga.com (720) 291-9035 February 13, 2010PANCHA KARMA program starts with AYURVEDIC MEDICINE LEVEL I P.O.Box 1091 Boulder, Colorado, 80306 info@rmiya.org (303) 499-2910 February 20, 2010Introduction to Meditation. An fun and easy way to get introduced to Meditation. 6 pm - 7:30 pm Investment $17. Littleton Yoga Center 303-932-9009
March 27-28, 2010
Yoga Therapy for Accidents and Injuries with Patricia Hansen. Many people come to Yoga through accidents and injuries. They want to
find wellbeing without medication. We will review the outline of
techniques and then move to addressing specific conditions such as
recovery from car and ski accidents, acute back pain and common home
injuries. The course will be partially designed around student interest
in specific topics.10 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days, 12 CEU hours available, $240, Prana Yoga, 303-432-8099
April 10, 2010"Teaching the Inspired Class"--Jeanne Thornton & Nancy Levenson.! Feeling burned out when it comes to planning your classes? Recharge your creative spark! Create your own inspirational "toolbox". Highlands Ranch Library $59. 6 CEU's. www.namasteworksyoga.com Register by March 24th.
May 19, 2010Advanced Teacher Training: C hakras and the Creative Energies--2nd of 7 modules (take any 4 to earn your RYT-500) Contact Mindy Arbuckle, Green Mountain Yoga, 8566 Five Parks Drive Arvada, Colorado, 80005 mindy@greenmtnyoga.com (303) 421-4131
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