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IKEBANA and the HAKOMI PRINCIPLES
November 19, 2016 @ 10:00 am - November 20, 2016 @ 4:00 pm
$250WHEN: Saturday, November 19, 10 AM-6 PM and
Sunday, November 20, 10 AM-4 PM
WHERE: Sol Healing and Wellness, 13805 Ann Place, Austin, TX 78728
WHO: Gregory Gaiser, PC, Hakomi Trainer, Organizational Consultant, Sogetsu Ikebana School Teacher
Integrating the Hakomi Principles and Ikebana, the art of Japanese Flower Arranging:
I was first introduced to Hakomi in 1981 in Boulder, Colorado, and was immediately captivated by the gentleness and depth of the method. About that same time, I began to attend Shambhala Training meditation weekends. In addition to the sitting practice, the meditation hall had the most unique and heart-stirring flower arrangements I had ever seen. I learned that this was actually a sophisticated art form called ikebana which was taught through hundreds of distinct Japanese schools.
Taoist thought. Most notably, the Hakomi Principles of Loving Presence, Unity, Non-Violence, Organicity (organic inner wisdom), Holism and Mindfulness all had relevance in the application of ikebana and other Dharma arts.
Now, for the first time, I am excited and honored to present a workshop which explores the connection between these two disciplines. — GREGORY GAISER
Here is what you can expect to experience:
- Instruction in basic Mindfulness practice
- Application of Mindfulness in the exploration of Ikebana
- Tools for cultivating Loving Presence toward yourself and your self expression
- Immersion in the Hakomi Principles of Mindfulness, Unity, Organicity (inner intelligence and wisdom), Non-violence and Holism
- Opportunities to connect with and ground your inspiration and creativity as a therapist
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A community context which values authenticity, creativity and devotion inworking in the healing arts
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New ways of looking at nature
Cancellations accepted until November 7 minus a 30 % fee.
No refunds after November 10, although you may
send someone in your place.
THIS WORKSHOP MEETS THE PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION TO THE COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING IN HAKOMI