After this free  one hour introduction to BodyTalk^TM you will:

• Understand how Energy Medicine can change how the body reacts to stress
• Know 2 BodyTalk Access techniques
• Begin to eliminate the impact of stress on your immune system and to balance your brain, body and emotions

You and your colleagues will enjoy a lively discussion of the current research and science behind Energy Medicine. 

 In addition, you will learn 2 unique and user-friendly BodyTalk^TM techniques based on the interaction of the autonomic nervous system, the stress response and the immune system.  These easy-to-learn, simple-to-use techniques can be used anywhere on yourself, friends, family, colleagues or clients.

Jalma Mesnick Marcus earned both Bachelor and Master of Science Degrees from Boston University School of Nursing, holds a certificate in Outcomes Management, and is a Certified BodyTalk Practitioner and Access Instructor. Jalma has held clinical positions in Medicine, Surgery, Trauma and Psychiatry, faculty and senior leadership positions at Boston College, Villanova University, and Bucks County Community. In addition to her BodyTalk certification, Jalma brings her knowledge and experience in NET, Reiki, Brennan Healing, IET, Shamanic Drumming, outcomes management, process improvement, leadership and organizational consulting and coaching to her practice, providing opportunities for individuals to learn, grow, and heal.

Many people's experience of hypnosis has been an entertaining stage show. Few realize how much hypnosis has and continues to shape their lives, perceptions and beliefs in politics, religion and advertising. 
People often say, “Seeing is believing.” Hypnotists know the opposite is true. Many of the events from early childhood shape and determine the challenges we face in our daily lives, whether they are emotional, mental or physical. Hypnosis can bring understanding and release from these traumas that drag us down and hold us back.
  Hidden in our subconscious mind is unlimited potential and power. Hypnosis is a direct avenue to this power. Bruce will discuss how we can use hypnosis to radically improve our lives instead of being unconsciously manipulated and controlled by it.

Saturday
June 6^th to
Sunday June 14^th

One Hour Session - $150

Ultra Height Hypnotheraphy Sessions with Bruce Orion
www.bruceorion.com

If you grew up in a dysfunctional home environment, and it is estimated that 90% of us did, there is a good chance that you have unresolved emotional issues. In metaphysics we say the emotional body is magnetic, meaning what we don't express fully, gets trapped in the magnetic field of the body. It doesn't go away, it just becomes unconscious and continues to influence us and our relationships with others, for the rest of our lives, or until we clear it.

Hypnosis is an excellent way to access and clear those old emotional scars and the dysfunctional patterns they create in our life. Many of the health problems people experience are rooted in these emotional scars, as well as self-judgment and guilt. By removing the belief or emotion at the root of the health issue, the recuperative powers of the body can begin the healing process.

Hypnosis has become well-known for successfully helping people who want to quit smoking and lose weight. It has even been shown to be a very effective tool for pain management and has been used for many years as a means of painless and drug-free child birth. It is also highly effective in treating children with ADD, allowing them to complete their school years successfully and drug-free.

Phobias are also deeply rooted in the subconscious. These programs have been powerfully accepted in the subconscious and replay every time the trigger is pushed. By regressing to the ISE (Initial Sensory Event), and neutralizing it, most often the phobia disappears.

One of the most exciting applications for hypnosis is how it can help a person access much higher levels of consciousness. Once the conscious mind is bypassed, it is easy to guide a person to the fourth and even fifth dimension. It is from these levels that someone can very clearly communicate with their guides and teachers. Other abilities are also easily accessible such as seeing and reading auras, astral travel at will and channeling profound levels of healing energy.

When someone is in these higher levels of awareness they can clearly see their problems and know what they can do to solve them.

Once a person has experienced these higher states they can be programmed by the hypnotherapist to be able to access them quickly and easily whenever they choose, allowing them to spend their meditation time in a state of unlimited awareness and unconditional love. Hypnosis, in the hands of a skilled hypnotherapist, is an incredible tool to free us of our limitations and radically propel us forward on our spiritual journey.

A Powerful Tool for: • ADD & Dislexia • Depression • Health Issues • Memory • Past Life Regression • Phobias • Higher Consciousness • Psychic Abilities • Sleep Disorders • Smoking • Weight Loss and more …

Bruce Orion has appeared on radio and television talk shows, the Discovery Channel, wrote a weekly astrological column and has taught astrology. Presently he lives among the magical red rocks of Sedona, Arizona, a center of New Age awareness. As well as astrological counseling, hypnotherapy  and healing work, he is a tour guide, taking people hiking and four-wheeling in the back-country of Sedona and is working on his first book Shattering the Illusions Which Bind Us. This book is being written to help others understand and support the powerful transformative forces of this time, effecting both the individual as well as humanity.

Saturday
June 6^th

8PM

$15 advanced
$17 at the door

Kesavacarya das was born and raised on a farm, deep in the high mountains of Switzerland. He began his progressive spiritual journey, as well as his love for music, at a young age. At 25, he first discovered the deep potency of Indian spiritual culture. He found himself especially drawn to mantra chanting, vegetarianism, and the study of classic Indian scriptures such as the Bhagavad Gita.

After considerable personal experimentation with these practices, Kesavacarya decided to join an ashram, which would encourage and support his pursuit of spiritual life. Sacrificing all else for the cause of spiritual enlightenment, he has dedicated himself to over 14 years of ashram training, including several extended pilgrimages to holy places in India.

Kesavacarya has found spiritual meaning on the path of pure devotional worship to Radha andKrishna (Bhakti-Yoga). Radha and Krishna are the eternal Divine couple of the mystical land of Vrndavana. Their intimate worship has inspired and enlightened countless saints and sages throughout the ages. On the path of pure devotion, or bhakti yoga, the devotee strives to progressively dedicate themselves to the selfless service of Radha and Krishna. Central to such practice is chanting of the holy names in kirtan, or the chanting of mantras accompanied by musical instruments.

Kesavacarya has found deep personal inspiration from kirtan chanting. His enthusiasm and devotion for kirtan is evident to anyone who has done kirtan with him. His own spiritual teacher, Srila Radhanatha Swami, has encouraged him to share his enthusiasm for kirtan with others. Seeing the vibrant kirtan scene here in New York has inspired him to share the rich culture of music and wisdom he has with other similarly interested and inspired souls.

Sunday
June 14^th

4 to 6PM

$20

Rebirthing is learning a relationship with your breath and the power of the breath as a function of the body. Rebirthing, which is circular breathing, last for approximately an hour and relieves the negative charge in cell memory. Rebirthing sessions with a practitioner aim to facilitate positive change through working with the breath and taking responsibility for thoughts, feelings and actions. The sessions will help to identify birth trauma, family patterns, inherited attitudes and specific negative thoughts. Rebirthers aim to support clients in using the breath to ground themselves safely in their body during emotional, physical releases and spiritual insights.  Rebirthing connects us to ourselves and gives an experience of present time. We can observe and make conscious choices from a clearer perspective and feeling of well being.

Inner Fire Yoga Morning Retreat Week with Shiva Das

This program is an opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a week-long retreat without traveling or taking off from work.  We will meet for an extended two-hour yoga/meditation class each morning for five consecutive days.

Experience the benefits of: A daily yoga practice; Deep, cleansing, rejuvenating breath work; Opening the energy centers, the charkas; Stress & tension release; Self-awareness & concentration; Self-love, and personal empowerment.  This is the perfect way to heal, renew and energize in the midst of daily life. 

Space is limited so register early!

Thursday
June 18^th  

7:00 to 8:30PM

$20 suggested donation – No one turned away. 

Come and immerse yourselves in your natural state of ONENESS.   
What is the Oneness Blessing?
The Oneness Blessing or Deeksha is a unique non-religious yet specific transfer of Divine Energy, which eventually leads to the state of Oneness.

What happens during the Oneness Blessing?
After a special meditation you will receive the Oneness Blessing, a divine energy transfer that initiates a neurobiological change in the functioning of the brain.  It frees the senses from the interference of the mind allowing a direct experience of Oneness with all that is. In the absence of all interpretations and commentaries, a natural clarity of perception and immediacy of action arises accompanied by feelings of joy, calmness, and rootedness in the Divine and all its creation.

How is the Oneness Blessing transferred?  What might I experience?

It is transferred by a light touch on the head or by intention.  Experiences might be intense or subtle, immediate or delayed.  There may be blissful energy flowing throughout the body, or, possibly, no sensation at all.  Whatever the experience, the movement towards Oneness has begun, a spiritual evolution specific to your own nature which eventually leads to your inner Awakening.

Michael and Gesine Politz

Both my son and I grew up without the limiting effects of any religion and were free to connect with many spiritual masters, shamans, healers, and teachers from various other traditions.  We have received numerous transmissions and initiations and finally became involved in the Oneness Movement eight years ago.  Among many other things - Michael is a computer technologist and I am an English and German instructor - we are certified Primary Oneness Blessing Givers as graduates of the Oneness University under the guidance of Sri Amma and Sri Bhagavan at Golden City in Andhra Pradesh, India.  We dedicate ourselves to the awakening of humanity by spreading the word about evolutionary practices for body and soul and by awakening others to the experience of their true nature through the Oneness Blessing.  This is a direct transfer of Divine Grace, which brings about the opening of the heart and a neurobiological shift in the functioning of the brain eventually leading to a permanent awakening into Oneness with all of Creation and with the Divine Presence itself.

Saturday
June 20^th

12 to 5PM

$75

Experience a practical yoga workshop with simple solutions to handle the challenges of daily life.  Take time out for yourself, calm the mind and create positivity, inner strength and deep relaxation. Includes insight into and practice of Satyananda Yoga Nidra™, restorative yoga postures, breathing practices for balance, techniques to increase your focus, and in depth SWAN (Strengths, Weakness, Ambitions and Needs) application.

Swami Karma Karuna is a founding member and director of Anahata Yoga Retreat , New Zealand – www.anahata-retreat.org.nz – and a dedicated, intuitive yoga teacher with years of experience working with a diverse range of people.  From an early age, she traveled exploring diverse spiritual traditions; finally dedicating herself to the yogic path, guided by Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati, world-wide head of the Satyananda Yoga Tradition.

Swami Karma Karuna received yoga training in Nepal and India and holds a diploma from the Satyananda Yoga Academy Australia. She spends 3 months each year living and teaching in India at the home and sadhana place of Swami Satyananda and travels world-wide sharing practical yoga techniques for transformation.  Recently Swami Karma Karuna trained teacher trainees at the Satyananda Yoga Academy in Australia and worked with a group of Yoga Therapists in the USA sharing the therapeutic uses of Satyananda Yoga Nidra.  By blending yogic lifestyle and Sannyasa tradition with family life, Swami Karma Karuna brings a unique and practical approach, inspiring the integration of yogic principles into everyday activities.

Saturday
June 20^th

8 PM

$20 advanced
$22 at the door

David Newman or Durga Das, as he is also known, is a Kirtan Chant Artist and a practitioner and educator of Bhakti Yoga—the Yoga of Love. David, a devotee of Neem Karoli Baba, travels extensively singing Kirtan (Indian devotional chanting) and sharing the spiritual, devotional, meditative and musical aspects of yoga.  David's music embodies a devotional mysticism, distinctive musicality, poetic intimacy and a deep respect for India's ancient chant tradition.  His recordings expand the traditional Kirtan medium by incorporating a wide range of musical and lyrical elements and by exploring a vast palette of progressive production influences.

David's CDs include Lotus Feet: A Kirtan Revolution, Soul Freedom, Leap of Grace: The Hanuman Chalisa, a CD/DVD set entitled Into the Bliss and his latest release Love, Peace, Chant on Nettwerk/Nutone.  His live kirtans and concerts are joyous, ecstatic, uplifting and exploding with energy.  A dedicated Kirtan Troubadour, David tours throughout the world with Mira, a celebrated devotional singer, recording artist and percussionist.  He is also the author of a book on meditation entitled Merging with Grace and the founder of Yoga On Main in Philadelphia.

Sunday
June 21^st

12:30 to 2:30PM

$36

Join David for a joyful and inspiring experience of rejuvenating Yoga, call and response Kirtan chanting and meditation.  This workshop will explore the beautiful dance of sound and silence and the graceful flow between movement and stillness.  David's Inner Fire Yoga is a sacred journey that guides the body into bliss, opens the heart to love and leads the mind into peace.  David will be joined by devotional singer/percussionist Mira for this very special opportunity for renewal and self discovery.

June 28^th to
July 2^rd

Inner Fire Yoga is a dynamic practice that evolves moment-to-moment as a call to grace. A merging of hatha and bhakti yoga, it is an approach of embodied devotion that fosters the awakening of spirit through surrender and love.

Join David Newman (Durga Das) and Shiva Das for an enlightening 5-day immersion into Inner Fire Yoga. David and Shiva Das are cofounders of this unique style, which they have cultivated for the last 15 years. Together they blend a breath- and movement-based asana practice with the intention to foster spiritual awakening and the opening of the heart.

The physical practice of Inner Fire Yoga is supported by ancient devotional chanting known as kirtan, along with teachings from the yoga scriptures, and principles of love as a way of life. David is a renowned chant artist who will fill the week with kirtan gatherings that include stories, teachings, and reflective devotional practices. Yoga instructor Shiva Das will bring his serene gifts of heart and teaching expertise to daily yoga classes and facilitate group sharing through inspirational themes, self-inquiry, and other tools for practice.

July 10^th through July 19^th

2 hour session - $125

Ayuvedic Massage & Marma Therapy with Elizabeth Avery
To schedule a session call Yoga On Main 215 482 7877
For more info call Elizabeth at 505 480 1879

These ayurvedic massage treatments will be given with oils blended specific to constitutional types with perceived imbalances in mind.  They will include the essential oil application (to the marma points) as well, according to doshic prakruti/vikruti paradigm.  This treatment includes the pouring of warm oil with specific massage strokes to calm the vata element and help facilitate the movement of apana vayu to increase elimination.  By working all the major marmas, the organs and systems of the body come more into balance.  Therefore, this is a cleansing as well as rejuvenating treatment......

Elizabeth Avery has been a licensed massage therapist for 15 years.  She completed the Ayurvedic Studies Program at the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, NM in 1996.  She went on to work in the herb room for 2 years and the panchakarma clinic for 3 years.  While employed in the PK clinic she was an abhyangha and color therapist, and went on to train other therapists.  She incorporates ayurvedic massage, marma point therapy and personal yoga sessions in her private practice......

This weekend will focus on a study of marma and ayurvedic yoga.  Elizabeth will explain what marmas are, where they are and how they are stimulated with various postures.  She will discuss ayurvedic yoga focusing on the energy we want to bring into our practice when thinking about balancing the doshas (i.e. - what areas of the body the doshas reside, what pranayama would be appropriate, why one asana works best over another on the physical, emotional and spiritual levels as well explaining what movements help to balance prana, apana, vyana, samana, and udana. 

It is important to be able to give sufficient warm-up and options to all the varieties of the VPK individuals.  An important aspect of the weekend is to demonstrate the importance of warm up and how breath with movement (and sound) is crucial to preparation for holding asanas.  From a theraputic standpoint Elizabeth will discuss unique qualities in teaching individual sessions, to smaller classes to larger classes.  This approach is intelligent and greatly needed in the yoga world.

Rebirthing is learning a relationship with your breath and the power of the breath as a function of the body. Rebirthing, which is circular breathing, last for approximately an hour and relieves the negative charge in cell memory. Rebirthing sessions with a practitioner aim to facilitate positive change through working with the breath and taking responsibility for thoughts, feelings and actions. The sessions will help to identify birth trauma, family patterns, inherited attitudes and specific negative thoughts. Rebirthers aim to support clients in using the breath to ground themselves safely in their body during emotional, physical releases and spiritual insights.  Rebirthing connects us to ourselves and gives an experience of present time. We can observe and make conscious choices from a clearer perspective and feeling of well being.

“Deeksha” – The Oneness Blessing
Facilitated by Michael and Gesine Politz - Spiritual Teachers & Reiki Masters
For more information contact…
michaelpm_1@verizon.net • gesinep@verizon.net • 215-765-3154
Details at:  www.onenessnorthamerica.org 

Come and immerse yourselves in your natural state of ONENESS.   
What is the Oneness Blessing?
The Oneness Blessing or Deeksha is a unique non-religious yet specific transfer of Divine Energy, which eventually leads to the state of Oneness.

What happens during the Oneness Blessing?
After a special meditation you will receive the Oneness Blessing, a divine energy transfer that initiates a neurobiological change in the functioning of the brain.  It frees the senses from the interference of the mind allowing a direct experience of Oneness with all that is. In the absence of all interpretations and commentaries, a natural clarity of perception and immediacy of action arises accompanied by feelings of joy, calmness, and rootedness in the Divine and all its creation. 

How is the Oneness Blessing transferred?  What might I experience?

It is transferred by a light touch on the head or by intention.  Experiences might be intense or subtle, immediate or delayed.  There may be blissful energy flowing throughout the body, or, possibly, no sensation at all.  Whatever the experience, the movement towards Oneness has begun, a spiritual evolution specific to your own nature which eventually leads to your inner Awakening. 

Michael and Gesine Politz

Both my son and I grew up without the limiting effects of any religion and were free to connect with many spiritual masters, shamans, healers, and teachers from various other traditions.  We have received numerous transmissions and initiations and finally became involved in the Oneness Movement eight years ago.  Among many other things - Michael is a computer technologist and I am an English and German instructor - we are certified Primary Oneness Blessing Givers as graduates of the Oneness University under the guidance of Sri Amma and Sri Bhagavan at Golden City in Andhra Pradesh, India.  We dedicate ourselves to the awakening of humanity by spreading the word about evolutionary practices for body and soul and by awakening others to the experience of their true nature through the Oneness Blessing.  This is a direct transfer of Divine Grace, which brings about the opening of the heart and a neurobiological shift in the functioning of the brain eventually leading to a permanent awakening into Oneness with all of Creation and with the Divine Presence itself.

Saturday & Sunday
July 18^th and 19^th

12:00 - 6:00PM

$250

Thai Yoga Taster is a two-day workshop introducing the fundamentals of Thai yoga therapy and its approaches to health and healing. Appropriate for anyone interested in exploring an alternative bodywork modality from a spiritual perspective. 

Thai yoga therapy – also known as Thai yoga massage, Thai yoga bodywork, and traditionally as nuad bo’rarn – is one of the four branches of traditional Thai medicine. The focus of a Thai yoga session is the network of energy lines that run throughout the body called ‘sen’. When sen lines become blocked tension, pain, or illness result. 

The techniques taught during this workshop include applied asanas in the four major positions (supine, side-lying, prone, and seated), rhythmic movements, palming and thumbing along the sen, gentle to firm stretching, and conscious breathing all while cultivating mindfulness and loving-kindness as an expression of healing for both the practitioner and recipient. 

Although the practice of Thai yoga therapy does require a degree of strength and flexibility, this workshop is open to all levels of ability and experience. Emphasis will be placed upon proper body mechanics and working with ease and appropriate ergonomics. Participants will receive a complementary workbook covering the techniques and approaches covered during the workshop. 

Tricia Sletten, certified yoga instructor/Thai yoga therapist/artist/writer

Tricia has studied yoga since 1995 when she attended her first yoga class in Fargo, North Dakota. After moving east to Philadelphia, she continued to practice and eventually found her way to the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health where she completed her 200-hour Kripalu Yoga Teacher Training.

In addition to her 200-hour training in the Kripalu yoga lineage, Tricia is completing her 500-hour yoga teacher training with Shiva Rea. To further deepen her appreciation of the Vedic origins of yoga, Thai yoga, Tantra, and Ayurveda, Tricia is attending the Kripalu School of Ayurveda in Massachusetts.

Additional trainings include Advanced Studies in Yoga and Ayurveda with Scott Blossom; Yoga and Jung with Stephen Cope and Marion Woodman; Relax and Renew Restorative Yoga Teacher Training with Judith Hanson Lasater;  Iyengar yoga studies with Joan White in Philadelphia; and Thai yoga massage at Lotus Palm in Montreal and the Yoga Center of Minneapolis.

Sunday
August 16^th

4 to 6PM

$20

Rebirthing is learning a relationship with your breath and the power of the breath as a function of the body. Rebirthing, which is circular breathing, last for approximately an hour and relieves the negative charge in cell memory. Rebirthing sessions with a practitioner aim to facilitate positive change through working with the breath and taking responsibility for thoughts, feelings and actions. The sessions will help to identify birth trauma, family patterns, inherited attitudes and specific negative thoughts. Rebirthers aim to support clients in using the breath to ground themselves safely in their body during emotional, physical releases and spiritual insights.  Rebirthing connects us to ourselves and gives an experience of present time. We can observe and make conscious choices from a clearer perspective and feeling of well being.

Thursday
August 20^th

7:00 to 8:30PM

$20 suggested donation – No one turned away.

“Deeksha” – The Oneness Blessing
Facilitated by Michael and Gesine Politz - Spiritual Teachers & Reiki Masters
For more information contact…
michaelpm_1@verizon.net • gesinep@verizon.net • 215-765-3154
Details at:  www.onenessnorthamerica.org 

Come and immerse yourselves in your natural state of ONENESS.   
What is the Oneness Blessing?
The Oneness Blessing or Deeksha is a unique non-religious yet specific transfer of Divine Energy, which eventually leads to the state of Oneness.

What happens during the Oneness Blessing?
After a special meditation you will receive the Oneness Blessing, a divine energy transfer that initiates a neurobiological change in the functioning of the brain.  It frees the senses from the interference of the mind allowing a direct experience of Oneness with all that is. In the absence of all interpretations and commentaries, a natural clarity of perception and immediacy of action arises accompanied by feelings of joy, calmness, and rootedness in the Divine and all its creation.

How is the Oneness Blessing transferred?  What might I experience?

It is transferred by a light touch on the head or by intention.  Experiences might be intense or subtle, immediate or delayed.  There may be blissful energy flowing throughout the body, or, possibly, no sensation at all.  Whatever the experience, the movement towards Oneness has begun, a spiritual evolution specific to your own nature which eventually leads to your inner Awakening.

Michael and Gesine Politz

Both my son and I grew up without the limiting effects of any religion and were free to connect with many spiritual masters, shamans, healers, and teachers from various other traditions.  We have received numerous transmissions and initiations and finally became involved in the Oneness Movement eight years ago.  Among many other things - Michael is a computer technologist and I am an English and German instructor - we are certified Primary Oneness Blessing Givers as graduates of the Oneness University under the guidance of Sri Amma and Sri Bhagavan at Golden City in Andhra Pradesh, India.  We dedicate ourselves to the awakening of humanity by spreading the word about evolutionary practices for body and soul and by awakening others to the experience of their true nature through the Oneness Blessing.  This is a direct transfer of Divine Grace, which brings about the opening of the heart and a neurobiological shift in the functioning of the brain eventually leading to a permanent awakening into Oneness with all of Creation and with the Divine Presence itself.