Past Life Regression TV Interview with Michele Engoran - Part 2

The Buddha in you

I am blessed to be part of a monthly spiritual book discussion group. The facilitators are dear friends and all the participants are on similar "places" on the "path." We are currently reading Sylvia Boorstein's "Pay Attention for Goodness' Sake." For those of you unfamilar with the author, she is Buddhist teacher who has a funny and clear way of explaining Buddhism. Her writing is crisp and easy to follow, and she offers personal stories and practical applications of Buddhist teachings. Truthfully, her book inspires me to be a better person.

The chapter we discussed this month was on "Wisdom." Wisdom akin to being observant, discerning, and "awake." In this way, when you observe life from the "awake" point of view, you release yourself from "suffering." According to Boorestein, the Buddha never described himself as a celestial-being nor a man, when asked how he described himself he would simply say "I am awake." Buddha went on to teach that you should be alert enough to know when you wake up whether you have woken up inhaling or exhaling.

This kind of "paying attention," is at the heart of Mindfulness, which is a core Buddhist practice. Mindfulness is paying attention to the the unfolding present moment, and allowing it to be just as it is. Cultivating mindfulness takes time, sometimes a lifetime, but is a worthwhile practice and a way out of the "suffering" loop of the mind.

If you would like to immerse yourself in a few hours of Mindfulness Practice, then join me for a morning mini-Mindfulness retreat. On Saturday May 15th, 2010, 8:45am-12:30pm, I will lead you in sitting meditation, mindful walking and eating, silent periods, open discussion, and journaling. This is a wonderful opportunity to deepen your meditation and spiritual practice through the simple art of Mindfulness.

To register contact me at 609-750-7432.

The cost is $45.00, early bird rate is $38.00 if paid by 5/7.

Center for Relaxation & Healing is located in Plainsboro, NJ.

Contact me for directions, or visit http://www.relaxationandhealing.com/

Where hands go - energy flows

The field of energy healing is no longer new or confined to "new agey" environments. Reiki, one of the most popular forms of energy healing, can be found in hospitals, hospices, adult education classes, wellness conferences and more. When I first "felt" energy firsthand, it was not an eye-popping "wow" experience - but it was a subtle "aaaah" feeling. In Reiki classes, students feel energy for themselves. I liken Reiki to the experience of plugging in to a light source. You feel the gentle currents of electricity moving through you. When practitioner and receiver set their "intention" for the energy to flow, then the energy's journey begins, it moves, it expands, it seeks and finds all the areas within that recipients energy field that are most in need of balancing. To experience the energy healing method called Reiki - join me for Reiki I. Anyone with a genuine desire can become certified in Reiki. You need no special abilities or background, just an open mind and a receptive intention.

Next Reiki Level I

Sunday April 11, 2010

10:00am-6:00pm $165.00

Reiki Level II

Sunday April 25, 2010

10:00am-6:00pm $185.00

Register: 609-750-7432

http://www.relaxationandhealing.com/

Mad for Mantras

Have you experienced Kirtan yet? I first experienced Kirtan (devotional singing in Sanskrit) when someone played a Krishna Das CD when I was in Grad school. To put it plainly, when I heard it, I went "nuts." The urge to dance moved me, and the sounds evoked a deep internal response. Well, that was my reaction, everyone responds differently, and Kirtan may be an acquired taste. If you would like to experience Kirtan with a wonderful folksy and rock-n-roll flair, then join us as Sharon Silverstein and the Peace Project return on Saturday February 6th at 7:30pm. I am certainly biased, as I have enjoyed Sharon's music for many years. The unique twist that she brings to old and new arrangements of Kirtan must be experienced. The room fills with a humming electricty that leads us to a natural "high" better than any drug. Well, this is one Kirtan-junkie who feels the power of chanting mantras. Come try it out for yourself, you might just be hooked.

Ecstatic Chant: An Evening of Kirtan
with Sharon Silverstein & the Peace Project
Saturday February 6, 2010 7:30-9:00pm $10.00
Kirtan is a call and response singing of simple mantras. The distinctive sound composition of Kirtan can free us from the daily chatter of the mind. The instruments and melody create a vibration meditation that can carry us effortlessly to stillness. No musical experience is needed. Join us for an evening of ecstatic chanting with Sharon Silverstein on Vocals, Guitar & Harmonium; Joni Knapp on Tabla; Darlene Popkey on Flute & Harmonium & Marie Soffel on Djembe & Ubang. You won't want to miss this soulful and inspiring sound event. Contact 609-750-7432 or RelaxationandHealing@gmail.com to register.