Dr. Susan Clarke will speak on “Living Life as It Comes”, discussing human reactions to trauma – accessing our conscious brain functions versus going into fight, flight or freeze. Dr. Clarke was born in Europe just before WW 2, so she grew up with war being “normal”. After living in Sudan, Greece and London, she … Continue reading “Living Life as It Comes”
The title pretty much says it all! This week we’ll explore the values of discomfort, and what it takes to stay in that difficult place. All are welcome either in person or on Zoom. It’s a safe place to be uncomfortable!
“Life is Suffering” according to the Buddha. Pain is everywhere. It impacts every aspect of our human lives – physical, spiritual, emotional, financial, relational – it can even change our personality and identity. Unbelievable amounts of money, time, and energy are spent every year in an effort to escape pain, with varying degrees of success. … Continue reading The Problem Of Pain
In this time of the great turning, we are called to find ways to be in relationship with people and ideas that make us uncomfortable. Which parts of our inner selves make us uncomfortable, and thus make seeing that outside ourselves uncomfortable? How can we reframe these parts of us and transform that discomfort for the benefit … Continue reading Wholeness is only Experienced through Diversity
My mind is full, and maybe yours is as well. This Sunday we’re going to get out of our brains and into our bodies and spend some time practicing peace. Don’t worry – this isn’t an aerobics class or anything, just using the tools of our breath and intention to bring some peacefulness to ourselves … Continue reading Embodied Practices for Peace
