April  2013
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Article: 
 
Strengthening the 
Web of Dream Work
 
As many of you reading this already know, I have been involved with exploring on-line dream work, most recently through the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Larger Fellowship (CLF), which initiated a training program for on-line projective dream group facilitators.  The first group has just completed training. 

I am increasingly convinced that group dream work on-line (particularly
projective dream work) is of historic significance.  This activity which 
allows instantaneous, real-time, face-to-face conversation among people all over the world is a practical, dynamic, and an easily accessible way to weave and strengthen the web of intricate, intimate individual human contact, communication, and deepening mutual understanding and support that is precisely what is needed to heal the collective wounds of the planet herself.

The CLF project (including people on-line together from locations stretching from the West Coast of North America to Poland) has gone so well that they will probably offer another training session in the Fall.  I teach four sessions in each training module.  If you are interested, email Lara at CLF: larakjcampbell@yahoo.com

I have found that the ability to have "back channel communication" during on-line dream work sessions has been invaluable.  Below is a page from the second, expanded edition of the
CLF On-Line Dream Work Leadership Training Manual (available as an e-book or as a printed book) You can buy the printed copy or get a look at the entire manual by going to http://www.blurb.com/books/4182755. For  the ebook version (and a 22-page preview) go to http://store.blurb.com/ebooks/382785-on-line-dream-work-training-manual-ii
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Upcoming Events and Workshops 
 
Starryheavens
 
April 19-21 
 Arcata, CA (Humboldt Cty)
Weekend Workshop: The 18th Jeremy Taylor Projective Dream Workshop
 
If you have heard about Jeremy's workshops at our fellowship or are curious about the numerous ongoing dream work groups which grew out of these workshops, this is your chance to check it out for yourself.  Jeremy is a recognized leader and writer in the field of projective dream work and an expert in the rich informative language of our dreams.
  • Cost: $80
  • Time: Friday, 7-9:30pm, Saturday, 9-5pm, open to all
  • Saturday Evening Session for experienced projective dream workers: 7-10pm ($30)
  • Sunday service 10:30-12noon at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
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May 3-5
Loveland, CO
20th Biannual Dream Work Retreat
 
The metaphors and symbols of your dreams are always guiding you toward expanding your consciousness and by embracing the transformative messages of your dreams and the synchronistic symbolism of your everyday challenges, you begin to move closer to becoming your most authentic self.  Join us for a weekend filled with personal discovery, enlightening discussion, life-affirming dream work and many opportunities for personal growth and transformation through a better understanding of the language of your dreams within a safe, supportive community of dreamers.
 
Two free 15-minute healing sessions are provided to each participant, offered by our team of experienced healers and body-workers; additional paid sessions are also available.  Your registration also included optional morning Dru Yoga classes. All levels of experience welcome!
  • Cost: $250 ($200 special group rate for groups of 3 or more)
  • Housing: available at varying prices at the Residence Inn,* 450 McWhinney Blvd, Loveland. 
  • Where: Dream Work Retreat will be held at Residence Inn, 450 McWinney Blvd, Loveland, CO 
*all rooms at the Residence Inn are private apartments with full kitchens.  There are nearby restaurants, reservoirs and a sculpture park. Breakfast buffet included and there is a free grocery shopping service.

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May 17-19
Saugerties, NY
Miriam's Well Retreat Center
"Dreams and Creative Disorder"
 
Everything in life changes all the time.   Each breath we take, everything we see, feel, hear is different in some way.  Creativity is a huge part of our development and ability to be in relationship and accept what life presents. There are various steps along the way and one of them is disorder or chaos which can lead to pain and feeling  overwhelmed.  Our dreams help us through these difficult times and can provide possibilities we haven't thought of and insight into our own healing.  When we remember and explore our dreams we can learn to take positive and creative action.  This weekend we will explore how we might create more spaciousness by accepting life as it comes and creating action that will create order from disorder.  We hope you will join us.
  • Cost: Before April 26 - $250; after April 26 - $300.
  • Housing: some is available at Miriam's Well and there are nearby motels
  • Where: Miriam's Well Retreat Center
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May 26-31
Hendersonville, NC
11th Annual Haden Institute Summer 
Dream and Spirituality Conference
 

Begun in the summer of 2003, this conference is for all who want to recover the ancient Biblical tradition of listening for God's word in our nightly dreams.  In addition to lectures and workshops, there will be outdoor/indoor workshop, music, the Kanuga Retreat Center Labyrinth, and all the gifts of the Blue Ridge Mountains in early summer.  Among many presenters, Jeremy will offer a lecture: "Death and Transformation in Dreams," and several workshops.  Everyone is welcome.

 

For cost, registration, and more information, go to hadeninstitute.com.  You can also email: office@hadeninstitute.com or call 828/693.9292.

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May 31-June 2
Lanoka Harbor, NJ
Intensive Dream Work Retreat

Intensive Dream Work Retreat, co-sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Ocean County Congregation and Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center. This workshop will be an opportunity to help you better understand your path, provide insights and resolutions to your problems, and inspire your divine creativity.
  • Cost: Early Bird rate (before April 15) - $400 double occupancy; after April 15 - $500 double occupancy. Cost includes the Dream Workshop (approximately 13 hours), 2 nights' lodging, 5 delicious meals, non-stop tasty snacks and full access to our 20 acres of grounds labyrinth, nature trail, game room, lodge, fire circle and more.
  • Cost for commuters (meals extra): Friday, 7-10pm: $35 (Early Bird) and $40 (after April 15) Saturday, 9-12:30 and 3-6pm: $45-60. Sunday, 9:30-1:30pm: $35-40.
  • Housing: Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center
  • Where: Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center. 

JUNG SAYS...  
On Projection  
The best political, social, and spiritual work we can do is to withdraw the projection of our shadow onto others.
 

From Jung Speaking, Princeton University Press, 1977, p.161 (http://tinyurl.com/d2yvtmd
 
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