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Welcome to this month’s
issue of The Lotus Centre
Newsletter
From the Babylon – Lotus Centre Team
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Hi dear Friends and Fellow
Travellers,
Thank you dearly for your submissions / info for this
edition and for taking the time to open the newsletter e-mail and to
read/browse …..
In the JULY newsletter please note the NEW workshops listed
by:
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Muscle Monitoring (Kinesiology) J
·
Gyuto
Monks of Tibet –
Happiness Connection Tour 2008
Last minute …. 26&27th of June …..
We have just been informed that Heart Workshops are now schedule for this Thursday and Friday
(26&27th of June).
These workshops have been experienced by many as a very gentle&
beautiful opportunity to open our heart more, for greater inner peace,
balance and for more compassion & love in our relationships to others
... for more info please visit the Lotus Centre web-site at http://www.thelotuscentre.com.au/Heart/heart_workshops.html
or give us a call.
If any info in this newsletter interests you … then please
contact the person listed in the newsletter …. or alternatively check out:
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The Babylon Bookshop
noticeboard,
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Listed web-sites
; and
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‘The Lotus
Centre’ display board or come and talk to us at Babylon/Lotus Centre
Wishing you a wonderfully love-filled, joyful and peaceful
month ahead and many heart-warming moments, insights, journeying inside and
alll that there is ………………..
With Love and smiles from
Kent, Amanda, Christoph, Rene, Cheynie and Klaus.
and from all at Babylon and The Lotus Centre
PS. (1) Please always
send us any information for the next newsletter between mid month or – at the latest - a few days before the end of
the month ….. simply use this e-mail address to write to us or go to www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
(2) If you no
longer wish to receive the newsletter, simply let us know, per e-mail and –
we will take you off the date base with the same love that we placed you on
it too.
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There is a light that shines beyond all
things on earth, beyond the highest, the very highest heavens. This is the
light that shines in your heart.’
Chandogya Upanishad
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1. Workshops & Events ... in
and around Hobart
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a. around Hobart … statewide
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*** no
listing this month J
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b. in Hobart, or close to …
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*** REIKI
WORKSHOPS - LINDISFARNE
Reiki 2 workshop Sat 5th and Sun 6th July. 9.30 -
4.30 both days. Cost $200
Next Reiki 1 workshop Sat 2nd and Sun 3rd August. For more information please contact
Joy Nicholson (Reiki Master/Teacher) on 0415 416 168 or email: joynicholson@aapt.net.au
web-site: www.joynicholson.com.au
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*** MUSCLE
MONITORING
Accessing the body’s wisdom. Improved
nutrition & substance testing. 19th Jul 10am to 5pm.
In this workshop a professional Kinesiologist will share with participants the
techniques of muscle monitoring for improved nutrition. This course has
been developed by a practitioner, for practitioners and the general public.
Bring along any supplements you may be on for testing.
Price: $125.00,
includes comprehensive manual, morning and afternoons teas. Bring your own
lunch. Early bird and bring a friend discounts apply. Phone: Debbie Pannowitz 6267 5050
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*** Courses
in Gnosis and Gnosticism
… a systematic
study of the initiatic philosophy and a practical
approach to what is loosely termed “the path”- what is it, what are its
processes, what does it involve? Studying topics such as psychology,
meditation, philosophy, alchemy, kabalah,
astrology, tarot, practical dream-work, anthropology, chakras, kundalini
and many other subjects. The objective of the Gnostic school is to give
freely to humanity a practical teaching through which people can learn what
specifically the inner work is and how to develop it in a day-to-day basis.
Australian Gnostic Association (Tasmania)
Cost: free. Courses are offered periodically
throughout the year- to find out more visit www.gnosistasmania.org or phone
the Gnostic Centre on 6278 9631
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*** Gyuto Monks of Tibet – Happiness Connection Tour 2008
Thurs 3rd July – Wed 16th July; Urban
Retreat – Fri 4th July – Sun 6th July
Ogilvie High
School 228
Main Road New Town
The Tibetan art of healing says
persistent unhappiness, lingering illness, feeling lost, lacking confidence
and enthusiasm for no apparent reasons are symptomatic of the loss of
spirit and life force at an energetic level. This can be caused by implicit or
explicit past and present traumatic, frightful or abusive experiences or
may simply be feelings of being run down by the daily grind of living.
This weekend will incorporate the
ancient ritual known as Lhaguk Tseguk, a popular annual renewal ceremony for
Tibetans. Restoring spiritual zest
and revitalizing all. It includes a gift of precious turquoise stone on a
blessing string. This Layu or Spirit Stone symbolizes that one has regained
control of one’s life and spiritual self.
$165 - $250 - Includes luscious lunches
and morning and afternoon teas. Bookings essential!
Chani 0439
453 538; Pamela 0427 348 766 or Maureen 0412 124 678
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PLUS
*** Morning Meditation, Culture for Kids (of all ages), Public Talks, Mandala
Making – Chakrasambhava
Long Gallery Salamanca Arts
Centre - Tuesday 8th – Tuesday 16th July
Daily Events 10 am- 4 pm Entry by
Donation!
PLUS
*** Gyuto Monks of Tibet in Concert – Long Gallery 7.30 – 9.30
Freedom Chants from the Roof of the
World
PLUS
*** Jab Kru Healing Ceremony with Gen Lama - Private
by appointment
0412 124 678
Payment by ‘Offering’
Additional contact details pls see above
item too J
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*** Dowsing
& Environmental Clearing Training
Sat July 19th & Sun 20th 9am-5pm $375.00
Locate and clear negative earth
energetic grid zones that sap energy and deplete health. Your Home could be a major cause of your
illness. Are you working or
sleeping in a stressed energy zone?
It could be what is making you tired or sick. This workshop will
teach you how :-
*The Earth Grid System affects wellbeing
& environments.
*Energy, vibration & frequencies
influence your health.
*To clear geopathic,
Hartmann stress and detect toxic energy.
*To use dowsing rods & pendulums and
more ….
For more information please contact
Vicki and Janice @ Stream of Life Natural Therapies
http://stream-of-life.com
or 0362285796 / 0419532286
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*** A-Z
“First Aid” Home Help Reflexology
Sun 6th July, 9am-5 pm. $175 / $300
couple discount
Learn definitions; contributing factors;
healing recommendations; Specific beneficial reflexology points;
Suggestions on the subconscious / metaphysical cause or patterning;
Corresponding affirming statement / visualisation; Aromatherapy and or Bush
flower remedies. Health conditions
covered will be upon your personal request.
This workshop is very interactive, informative and lots of fun.
For more information please contact
Vicki and Janice @ Stream of Life Natural Therapies
http://stream-of-life.com
or 0362285796 / 0419532286
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*** Preventing
/ Curing Chronic Disease. Wellness relies on a balanced WOMAN
2nd Tues of every month except January. 6.00 pm- 9.30pm $80
Refreshments included
All of these areas play a vital role in
our health, well being and longevity.
This seminar covers why gut and liver balance is essential; easy
ways to detox. Why your cells are
not performing to their maximum to give you the energy you need. How physical/emotional/spiritual health
relies heavily on nutrient/fluid uptake.
Learn why balanced vibrational frequencies within cells are
imperative for great health and easy, simply methods to prevent/cure
chronic disease by utilising the simplicity of a woman in balance principles,
plus much more. Find out how to
restore your energy & heal.
For more information please contact
Vicki and Janice @ Stream of Life Natural Therapies
http://stream-of-life.com
or 0362285796 / 0419532286
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*** Natural
Fertility Management
1st Wed of each month 7.30 – 9.30pm $60. May we give ourselves, our children and
our future generations the gift of strong health & vitality, with a
natural, safe and healthy start to life, & a natural, safe and healthy
environment in which to live. May we do this by seeking out knowledge
about the inherent & natural fertility of our own bodies which is our
own natural birthright. Learn:-
• The mucus and temperature method to
pinpoint mid-cycle ovulation, & beginning & end of the fertile
period.
• The lunar bio-rhythmic
cycle pin points when a spontaneous ovulation may occur, which may or may
not coincide with your mid-cycle ovulation.
• Secondary symptoms are
also charted during the learning phase to further the process of getting to
know your cycle.
This seminar is ideal for any woman of
reproductive age including the teenager wanting to learn about her cycle or
women wanting to conceive. Small
groups or private coaching available
For more information please contact
Vicki and Janice @ Stream of Life Natural Therapies
http://stream-of-life.com
or 0362285796 / 0419532286
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*** Optimal
pregnancy, birth and beyond
1 day intensive 9am -5pm $175 per couple.
Having a child is one of the most wondrous & joyous experiences,
ensure you are well informed. It provides
expectant parents & maternity carers with positive choices about
pregnancy & childbirth, whilst encouraging trust in the natural process
of birth. It aims to encourage the
participant to evaluate the care they are receiving or providing. Small groups or private coaching with
particular focus on partners & support people.
For more information please contact
Vicki and Janice @ Stream of Life Natural Therapies
http://stream-of-life.com
or 0362285796 / 0419532286
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*** Tai Chi
.. is a gentle
series of movements that when learned and practised can lead to optimum
health and wellbeing.
At the Golden
Years Club, 314 Main Road,
Glenorchy. Please ph Bill Pearson
6272 9694 for any info or to enrol.
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*** Astrology – Kingston
Classes
beginning shortly. Tim Phillips will
be holding the classes. Ph. 6272
4675. Tim is looking for someone who
can make their home available for the classes.
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*** Healing Circle
An hour of
prayer, music, meditation and readings to nourish the spirit. Program
includes readings chosen from any of the Holy Books of the world's great
religions. Participants are also invited to offer their own prayers if they
wish. Everyone regardless of belief or background is welcomes to attend.
1st Wednesday of the month 7.30pm - 8.30pm in South
Hobart. Contact
Angela on 6223 8415 or angelabryan@aapt.net.au
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*** Satyananda Yoga
Please contact the Satyananda
Yoga Centre on 6231 9117 for the 2008 / term program.
E-mail: hobart@satyananda.net, visit www.satyananda.net or check out a
copy at the Bookshop notice board.
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*** Earthwalk Retreat - Huon
Bush Retreats -Wellness Retreats
Aug 1 – 3 & Oct 31 - Nov 2. . Cost: $450. Develop a
conscious, gratitude filled and
meaningful
relationship with the natural world in order to develop the vitality
required for lifelong
commitment to
personal and environmental wellness. As well as group discussion time participants
will immerse themselves in the beauty and "life" generating
surroundings at Huon Bush Retreats.
Costs includes 2 nights
accommodation, all meals and workshops:
PLEASE NOTE: 20% Discount applies
to Pension, HCC Holders and Students.
Information and Bookings (03) 62642233 or info@huonbushretreats.com
Check out: www.huonbushretreats.com
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*** Seasonal Connection Retreats - Huon Bush
Retreats -Wellness Retreats
June 20 – 22 & Sep 19 – 21.
Cost: $450
Relax,
rejuvenate, take time out to nurture yourself.
Enjoy the seasonal gifts of nature, her foods and her change in energy.
Discover yourself through guided meditations. Walk a sacred labyrinth,
Sing, drum, connect with your inner Heart voice.
Relax in an outside bush bath!
Please
register early and wait for confirmation 2 weeks prior to the retreat to
book travel arrangements.
Costs includes 2 nights
accommodation, all meals and workshops:
PLEASE NOTE: 20% Discount applies
to Pension, HCC Holders and Students.
Information and Bookings (03) 62642233 or info@huonbushretreats.com
Check out: www.huonbushretreats.com
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*** Art as Child's Play Classes
At the
Bellerive Community Arts Centre every Friday from 1.30 - 3.30 pm. For information, call Adrienne on 6223 7322.
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*** HANDS OF LIGHT HEALING
Workshops ... 3 hours for $60:
1) Beginning your Path of Enlightenment and Light & 2)
Spirit Guides & Messaging (Part 1&2)
Maximum of 6
per class, or I can work with you on a "One on One" basis. Please
contact Lin on 6297 1663 for details. Intuitive healings also available.
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*** Fine Art & Craft Workshops
Held by Wing Lau. Anyone interested, ph Wing on 6223 7988. email:
wingl@bigpond.com.au
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*** Dorje Ling Retreat Centre, Lorinna Tasmania
Available for solo or group retreats. Contact Anna Crotty on
6363 5178 or Maria on 6234 9404.
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*** Meditation groups
On Tuesdays
from 10 am - 11.30 am and Thursdays from 7 pm - 8.30 pm weekly. Please phone Joy on 0415 416 168 for
details.
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*** Reiki Exchange
On Wednesday evenings at South Hobart. Phone Joanna on 6224 2654.
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*** Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Centre
Regular events
include various levels of yoga courses (foundation to advanced); positive
thinking course, weekend workshops and World Meditation Hour 3rd Sunday of
every month. Please call the Centre on 6278 3788 for detailed information
and bookings.
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*** Siddha Yoga Meditation
Chanting and Meditation group. All welcome. Ph 6248 8247
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*** Astrology and Tarot courses. Call Matt
on 0416 039695
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*** Living Yoga Children's Yoga Dance
At Weeroona
Yoga Studio, North Hobart. Adult courses in Hatha & Raja Yogas for adults
6 weeks for children, Beginners, Continuation & Intermediate levels
3&4 yr olds attending with an adult participating and after school for
primary ages 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Primary school ages 5-10. Ph Roslyn (Satyamukhi) on 0439 995655,
e-mail: roslyn@southcom.com.au.
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*** WomanSong
Voices for
peace women's singing group welcomes singers at Women Tasmania, Macquarie St at 12.30 - 2.00 pm Thursdays and some Wednesdays. Contact: Jo on 6257 7520 or
Rebecca on 0408 102 919 or e-mail- becfitz@hotmail.com
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*** Theosophical Society of Hobart -
Introductory Courses in Theosophy held when there is enough interest. Enq: ph 62314454.
Regular public meetings: Mondays 8.00 pm. Wednesday discussion group 10.30 am. 13
Goulburn Street, Hobart. Kingston
Group meets the 2nd Saturday of each month 1.30pm at the Kingborough Community
Centre, John Street, Kingston. For
detailed information, phone the above number or visit the website on: www.theosophicaltas.websyte.com.au
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*** Kingston Meditation Group
Meet Thursdays 2-3pm. Phone 6211 8520 or call in to the
Kingston Community Health Centre
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*** Course in Miracles Discussion Group
Phone Adrienne Godsmark 6223 7322 or email: seriousplay@optusnet.com.au
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*** Pagan Alliance
Meets every first Thursday of the month upstairs at the New Sydney Hotel at 6.00 pm. All
welcome. Ask at the bar if you have difficulty finding the room.
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*** Earth Healing Meditations
Lenah Valley. Wednesday
fortnight. Phone 6228 5796
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2. Workshops, events, therapies at 'The Lotus Centre'
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New(s) at The Lotus Centre / Babylon Bookshop
J … Lee-Anne is back from her overseas
travels …. a heart-felt welcome YYY from us all JJJ
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a. workshops ....
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Open Heart Workshops (Thur 26th & Fri 27th of
June)
Learn about the importance of the heart and what the
heart, more heart, can mean for you, in your daily life. The heart is:
Y The
key to our connection to the Source of Love and Light
Y Realise
the difference between heart and mind
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Y Reduce
stress
Y Enjoy
more calmness, peacefulness and joyfulness
Y Strengthen
your heart
Y Feel
the love and light radiate from your heart
Y Clear
negativities from your heart
Y Understand
the true purpose of life
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Pray from your heart & to be more
grateful
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The workshop
will also help you to share the blessings of the Love and Light with
others. Our hearts are the centre of
feeling and deep feeling of peace, calmness, joy and compassion or love for
others are from our heart and can bee deepened as we are improving the
connection to our hearts. The Open
Heart Workshops Level 1 & 2 benefits / content are:
The workshop will also help you to share the blessings of
the Love and Light with others. Our hearts are the centre of feeling
and deep feeling of peace, calmness, joy and compassion or love for others
are from our heart and can bee deepened as we are improving the connection
to our hearts. The Open Heart Workshops Level 1 & 2 benefits /
content are:
Open Heart Workshop Level 1:
... gently guides you to be able to
feel and understand your heart better, so you can feel calmness,
peacefulness and joy every moment of your life. You will also learn to
recognise the difference between heart, brain and feelings and thoughts.
Level 1 offers the opportunity to open your heart and to learn to rely on
the blessings from the True Source of Love and Light.
Open Heart Workshop Level 2:
... strengthens your heart even
more to help you learn how to surrender, cleanse and direct your heart even
better to the True Source. You will be guided so your heart begins to
recognise more about the Love of the True Source, and begins to give
answers to important questions.
Cost: Level 1: $
100 (conc. $85) & Level 2: $120 (conc. $100)
Please contact the
Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 for more information … or e-mail www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
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*** Reiki
Clinic – Treatments based on donation
Every Saturday 2:30 to 4pm. Please feel
very welcome to join for a deeply relaxing reiki session or if you have a
health issue & seek additional help. Level 1 at the Lotus Centre.
Sessions are donation based. Feel free
to choose the amount that is right for you.
Please contact the
Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 or e-mail via www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
to book in. Or just drop in. (Preferably please book in J)
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Shiatsu – Workshop ‘Pamper yourself’
Experience this
popular & effective Japanese energy-balancing body work technique in a
beautiful & peaceful environment at The
Lotus Centre. Sunday 20th
of July 1pm -4.30pm.
¬ Acquire
enough knowledge for self-treatment & partner treatment
¬ Increase
your feeling of calmness, wellbeing & inner connectedness through
gentle yet deep acupressure / shiatsu sessions
Join by yourself or bring a friend.
Shiatsu massage is practices fully dressed. It is often experienced as
healing & deeply relaxing. Ph Klaus on 6231 9669, 0419 440123 or e-mail
via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
Cost: $35 ($25 conc.)
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b. events (regular )
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*** HEART MEDITATION
At 7:30 pm
Monday evening and NEW now 6x daytime each week: Monday
to Saturday 1.30pm to
approx. 2.15/2:30pm. Plus:
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NEW:
due to increasing popularity this meditation is now being offered every day
of the week!!!! Mon – Fri 1:30pm.
Experience
meditation with the heart and being more 'in the heart.' Often a deeply peaceful and joyful
experience; for beginners and experienced meditators alike. Small groups,
$5.00 donation to cover room costs. In the Lotus Room, 1st floor (Monday
eve on 1st or 2nd floor).
Casual attendance, no need to
book. All welcome. For more information, please ring The Lotus Centre on
6231 9669 or visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au
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*** YOGA
JJJ All yoga
sessions – term III (16 June to 5 Sept):
* Yoga from the Heart with Clare Raffety
Monday 9:30 -
11am (Level 1&2), 11:35 to 12:25 Beginners& Back Care and 5:30 – 7:30pm (Level 1&2); Wednesday 9:30 - 11am (Level 2&3); and Thursdays 5.30 - 7.00pm (Level 2&3) & 7:15 – 8:45pm (Level 1&2. Phone Clare on 6227 8941 or visit www.yogafromtheheart.com.au
* Yoga with Sharon and Lee ( back as of 8th
July J)
Wednesdays at 5.30 - 7.00pm (beginners); Wed 5.30 - 7.00pm (General/Dynamic) & 7:15 to 8:45 Beginners (with Sharon).
For further info please call Sharon on 6253 5348. Lee on 0417
319 046 (after 6th July) ….. or visit Lee’s beautiful and new
web-site http://leecodyyogaspirit.com
*** Yoga Schedule – For a current Yoga Schedule /
timetable and any Yoga updates you can also visit http://www.thelotuscentre.com.au/groups/groups-yoga.html
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Yoga with Sharon East (see timetable above J)
Sharon
draws on her background in Iyengar Yoga to offer classes that help you
discover the alignment that can bring you freedom of movement. Working with
breath to create a sense of spaciousness, serenity and peace. Classes
included dynamic and gentle restorative practices. Phone 6253 5348.
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*** Chi
Kung (Therapeutic Lohan Qigong)
.... is
literally the study and maintenance of our vital energy or Chi or Qi. Regular
practice of these gentle and flowing movements enhances health, vitality of
both body and mind and is ideal for stress management. Other benefits are quietening of the
mind, improvement of body posture, balance and assistance with pain relieve
and more.
The classes are presently on a Wednesday
at 2pm. Cost: $15 per session. Suitable for all ages, kindergarten children
to 80 y.o. & over.
Reg McKellar-Spence has been a tutor for Adult Ed
and private classes for over 30 years.
For any further details please call Reg on 6295 1008 or 0439
038762. E-mail: rms@brine.com.au
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*** Reiki Tummo Practice Evening
At 6pm on Friday in the ‘Lotus Room’ at ‘The Lotus Centre’. This evening is for everyone who has
attended Reiki Tummo or Heart Workshop level 1 or more J
Phone 6231 9669 or e-mail via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm. Room hire, etc contribution: $5.
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c. therapies – therapists at the lotus
centre ….
A range of holistic, alternative
therapies available:
1. Remedial Massage and Reiki with Anthony Bone (0408
132562) via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
2. Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Massage with Jackie Pisera (0423
482125); jackabean@hotmail.com
3. Shiatsu Therapy and Reiki (level 3) with Klaus Baur (0419 440123) or e-mail: via www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
4. Remedial Massage with Rebecca Urie (0439 037357) normally on Wednesdays
and Saturdays (however Rebecca and her partner are currently touring in
NZ).
5. Massage with Michael Carroll (0408
133679) …NOW on e-mail: carrollmjj@gmail.com
6. Craniosacral Balancing with John
Sager Phone 0421 983 938
NEW at the Lotus Centre
… J
To book a session, for any of the above listed practitioners
please contact The Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 or e-mail via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm.
For any further information about the modality / therapy, it
is best to contact the practitioners directly. More detailed info also on www.thelotuscentre.com.au
Some practitioners also offer a mobile service or work from
other locations. Please contact the
practitioner directly for any additional details or updates.
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3.
Reviews J NEW J
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Book Review
To be added JJJ
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Music Review
N/A … seeking reviewers
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4.
Miscellaneous
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*** WANTED **** 2nd Hand Books
We want to extend the Bookshop and include second hand books ….
·
Thank you for all
the 2nd hand books already given to us by so many of you … most
of which have found a place in the Babylon Library. As a new idea … we happily accept 2nd
hand books for both the Library AND a new 2nd
book section
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If you have a
moment, it would be greatly appreciated if you could bring your pre-loved
books … for donation or for us to purchase.
THANK YOU Y
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*** Rooms available for rent for both:
A. Workshops (regular events & one-off or weekend)
B. Practitioners (on a casual or full-time basis)
(Fully renovated rooms or current normal rooms, at reduced rates)
Visit the web-site for some details www.thelotuscentre.com.au or contact
us on e-mail us via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm or on 6231 9669
(B/H) for further information.
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‘Occasionally in life there are those moments of unutterable
fulfilment, which cannot be completely explained by those symbols called
words. Their meanings can only be
articulated by the inaudible language of the heart.’
Martin Luther King, Jr.
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