Free Lectures

Posture is a representation of how we relate to our environment. Throughout our lives, tension due to past injuries, chronic stressors, gravity, and emotions compress the body. Learn how to reverse this process and decompress old holding patterns. Simple, yet effective movement exercises will be demonstrated.

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Ginny Dean will introduce techniques on tapping into our subconscious mind. On this journey of discovery, the audience will learn rules of the mind that move us from a fixed mindset to the transformation of our inner self and personal growth.

Coherence is a state in which the mind, heart, and emotions are all aligned and in sync with each other. This state leads to increased resilience against stress. Learn the latest science regarding using the power of the heart to cultivate coherence and build resilience to the stresses of life.

What is an Ayurvedic Dosha? Ayurveda has been around for thousands of years according to Ayurveda, all living beings are formed from a unique combination of the five elements: ether, air, fire, water or earth. The 3 Dosha’s (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) are how those elements express through each person and give rise to our individual temperament/characteristics of mind and body. Ayurveda is an ancient and complex practice of health care. My goal for this talk is to offer some of the basic concepts of Ayurveda so that one can apply these to your own beauty, health and well-being practice.

The healing power of intention is amplified in a small group. Groups have a rebound effect, creating a vortex of healing for each member. You will have the opportunity to call upon the power of the group gathered to help you reach your goals.

The defining event of human civilization was the domestication of wild plants that gave rise to agriculture. Subsequent trade and sharing of these plants has blessed us all with the incredible agri-biodiversity that comprise incredible cuisine the world over.  Come learn more about the journey of seed to table.

Deepen your knowledge about co-ops and learn about their advantages, how they operate, and what it takes to start one or convert an existing business. Discover an exciting new effort to spark the growth of new co-ops in southern Oregon through the Start a Co-op Contest. The winner receives $3,000 in startup cost assistance.

Doesn't everyone deserve a caring and supportive mentor in their life? Join us for an evening to explore and practice the skills that are essential to support youth through mentoring. Learn about individual mentoring, facilitating youth talking circles, and how to really SEE a young person for who they are and what's important to them. We are transforming entire communities through the mentoring of youth. This is just a taste of our full Mentoring Essentials training offered Sept. 6 & 7.

If you struggle setting and sticking to your boundaries, are afraid of potential conflict with your child, or feel like you are invisible and no one hears you, this workshop is for you. Imagine feeling more connected to your child even when holding your boundary, it is possible. Come to this engaging workshop to learn the difference between a rule and a boundary, what it means to hold space, and what’s behind building loving boundaries. Are you ready to make a change in your home? Let’s do this together.

Allan Weisbard, L.C.S.W. combines the latest psychological research with practical strategies to help you revitalize your resilience. Learn the 9 elements of the resilience toolbox, new techniques, and increase your ability to bounce back from adversity!

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