SoulPourri ~ A Day of Wellness
Saturday, November 1
1:00 - 5:30 pm
Two sets of classes with refreshments, networking and door prizes in between. Come to one set or both! Please arrive at specified times.
Arrival/ Registration times: 12:30 (up to 12:55) or 3:00 (up to 3:25)
Try something new! Sample a potpourri of wellness classes in several rooms of our beautiful center. Join us for 2 or 4 classes taught by our onsite providers and special guests.
1:00 - 5:30 pm
Two sets of classes with refreshments, networking and door prizes in between. Come to one set or both! Please arrive at specified times.
Arrival/ Registration times: 12:30 (up to 12:55) or 3:00 (up to 3:25)
Try something new! Sample a potpourri of wellness classes in several rooms of our beautiful center. Join us for 2 or 4 classes taught by our onsite providers and special guests.
$40 for all 4 classes OR $20 for 2 classes for A FALL SAMPLER BARGAIN!
Please consider "Rounding Up" to $25, $50, or more if you are able -- to support ALL women in receiving our services. 100% raised goes directly into the Women's Center Pay It Forward Fund. Each presenter donates her time to support this event.
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TO REGISTER, CONTACT:
Claudia at volunteer@womenscenterforhealing.org 985-377-4157 Space is Limited Pre-Registration & Pre-Payment Required |
To pay by check, make payable to "Women's Center for Healing" and mail to:
Women's Center for Healing & Transformation 71667 Leveson Street Abita Springs, LA 70420 |
Or pay online with credit card or paypal by clicking "Donate" above
Choose TWO or FOUR classes for
"Your Soul's Potpourri!"
Choose TWO or FOUR classes for
"Your Soul's Potpourri!"
First Set of Classes 1:00 - 2:50
1:00 - 1:50
1:00 - 1:50
Mexico’s Day of the Dead Celebrations – Catalina Reyna
This presentation traces the origins of the celebration to the pre-Hispanic belief in duality, in which death was considered a natural part of life, as well as the idea that in the afterlife the soul travels through different stages. From Catholicism, the tradition incorporates the idea of communication with souls and the afterlife. We will analyze various elements of Day of the Dead celebrations: papel picado; altars and ofrendas; burning copal incense; the use of cempasuchitl (marigold flowers) to build pathways for the souls; cleaning & decoration of graves; music; and special dishes prepared. Born in Mexico City, Catalina makes a living as an engineer. Dancing is one of her many passions and she loves to share with others transformational material that life has given her.
This presentation traces the origins of the celebration to the pre-Hispanic belief in duality, in which death was considered a natural part of life, as well as the idea that in the afterlife the soul travels through different stages. From Catholicism, the tradition incorporates the idea of communication with souls and the afterlife. We will analyze various elements of Day of the Dead celebrations: papel picado; altars and ofrendas; burning copal incense; the use of cempasuchitl (marigold flowers) to build pathways for the souls; cleaning & decoration of graves; music; and special dishes prepared. Born in Mexico City, Catalina makes a living as an engineer. Dancing is one of her many passions and she loves to share with others transformational material that life has given her.
LGBT: Insights & Issues – Jamie Segura & Shelley Farrell
Longtime PFLAG member, activist and feminist Jamie Segura will join PFLAG member Shelley Farrell in highlighting the current environment for members of our community who identify as LGBTQ. Their discussion will focus heavily on issues affecting youth and young adults as well as the critical role women play in the lives of these young people. Resources for further information will be provided.
Longtime PFLAG member, activist and feminist Jamie Segura will join PFLAG member Shelley Farrell in highlighting the current environment for members of our community who identify as LGBTQ. Their discussion will focus heavily on issues affecting youth and young adults as well as the critical role women play in the lives of these young people. Resources for further information will be provided.
Fracking: Assessing Risks for Ourselves, Our Children, Our Children’s Children – Barbara Jackson
We will look at the ways the proposed use of 60,000 acres of St. Tammany Parish for horizontal hydraulic fracturing could impact, for generations to come, our health, our water, and what we treasure about our lives on the Northshore and wish to pass on to those who follow us. We will then look at what is being done to try to stop fracking & how we can help. Barbara is a Financial Advisor who retired to Abita Springs with dreams of being a “villager” instead of a “big city” girl. In order to make that dream possible she has become a dog in the fight to see fracking banned in St. Tammany Parish.
We will look at the ways the proposed use of 60,000 acres of St. Tammany Parish for horizontal hydraulic fracturing could impact, for generations to come, our health, our water, and what we treasure about our lives on the Northshore and wish to pass on to those who follow us. We will then look at what is being done to try to stop fracking & how we can help. Barbara is a Financial Advisor who retired to Abita Springs with dreams of being a “villager” instead of a “big city” girl. In order to make that dream possible she has become a dog in the fight to see fracking banned in St. Tammany Parish.
Restructuring & Activation of the DNA – Cindy Daigle
90% of our DNA is known as “junk DNA”, separate from the 10% that produces proteins. This “junk DNA” is our biological database, transmitter & receiver of all that we are; including past lives (the Akash), remembrances & past spiritual learning. DNA works in a synchronistic fashion, waiting for signals from both Human consciousness and its own multidimensional memory. We will explore how restructuring the Genetic Code & Activation of the Strands can change and direct the course of your life. A modern day alchemist and spiritual teacher, Cindy uses sound, light, geometry, herbs, and flower essences to assist clients. She is internationally recognized as master & artisan of DNA Activation and Restructuring.
90% of our DNA is known as “junk DNA”, separate from the 10% that produces proteins. This “junk DNA” is our biological database, transmitter & receiver of all that we are; including past lives (the Akash), remembrances & past spiritual learning. DNA works in a synchronistic fashion, waiting for signals from both Human consciousness and its own multidimensional memory. We will explore how restructuring the Genetic Code & Activation of the Strands can change and direct the course of your life. A modern day alchemist and spiritual teacher, Cindy uses sound, light, geometry, herbs, and flower essences to assist clients. She is internationally recognized as master & artisan of DNA Activation and Restructuring.
2:00 - 2:50
Women’s Medicine Teachings based on Native American Traditions – Mary Ann McClellan
We will learn of & discuss the place of a woman in the Circle of Life, how we have strayed from this place of respect & honor & how/what we can do to bring our life, our soul & our loved ones back into balance through following this path & teachings. Handouts provided. Mary Ann McClellan is the co-founder, with her late husband, Medicine Hawk, of Earth Mother Awareness on the Northshore and represents Louisiana on a Grandmothers Council in Arizona. She currently works with the founder and director of the International Indigenous Grandmothers Society. Mary Ann is a Wisdom Keeper in the ways of Grandfather Stalking Wolf, a Lipan Apache revered elder & the Pipe Keeper for the women of the White Deer Medicine Society of this lineage.
We will learn of & discuss the place of a woman in the Circle of Life, how we have strayed from this place of respect & honor & how/what we can do to bring our life, our soul & our loved ones back into balance through following this path & teachings. Handouts provided. Mary Ann McClellan is the co-founder, with her late husband, Medicine Hawk, of Earth Mother Awareness on the Northshore and represents Louisiana on a Grandmothers Council in Arizona. She currently works with the founder and director of the International Indigenous Grandmothers Society. Mary Ann is a Wisdom Keeper in the ways of Grandfather Stalking Wolf, a Lipan Apache revered elder & the Pipe Keeper for the women of the White Deer Medicine Society of this lineage.
Sex After 60 – Tiffany Anton, LCSW
Participants will explore 10 ways to have hot sex after 60 & to keep it hot even post menopause. Did you know that 71% of baby boomers consider sex important to their lives, 33% fantasize at least once per day & 54% are satisfied with their sex life? If you find sex to be an important part of your life & want to learn more, join this presentation. We will discuss the challenges & pleasures of senior sex in a relaxed, open & humorous manner. You’ll gain a better understanding of your health & ways to bring sizzle into the sack. No worries if you are single, we’ll address ways to keep your erotic energy alive in a solo environment. Tiffany is a clinical social worker specializing in couples counseling & sexual therapy.
Participants will explore 10 ways to have hot sex after 60 & to keep it hot even post menopause. Did you know that 71% of baby boomers consider sex important to their lives, 33% fantasize at least once per day & 54% are satisfied with their sex life? If you find sex to be an important part of your life & want to learn more, join this presentation. We will discuss the challenges & pleasures of senior sex in a relaxed, open & humorous manner. You’ll gain a better understanding of your health & ways to bring sizzle into the sack. No worries if you are single, we’ll address ways to keep your erotic energy alive in a solo environment. Tiffany is a clinical social worker specializing in couples counseling & sexual therapy.
A Glimpse of Midlife Nirvana – Jeanne Andrus
Has midlife changed everything? Has it been a cataclysmic event? Do you ask “Why am I not the same person I used to be?” Do you wonder who you’ve become? Or who you want to be for the next phase of your life? Let’s talk! Let’s explore this shift that happens during “The Change,” sometime between ages 40 and 60. Jeanne will help you understand how the physical changes of perimenopause lead to the opportunity to re-create your life – to reach Midlife Nirvana. Jeanne is The Menopause Guru, drawn to helping midlife women through her work as a health & wellness coach and personal trainer. She offers coaching & programs to help midlife women explore & embrace Midlife Nirvana.
Has midlife changed everything? Has it been a cataclysmic event? Do you ask “Why am I not the same person I used to be?” Do you wonder who you’ve become? Or who you want to be for the next phase of your life? Let’s talk! Let’s explore this shift that happens during “The Change,” sometime between ages 40 and 60. Jeanne will help you understand how the physical changes of perimenopause lead to the opportunity to re-create your life – to reach Midlife Nirvana. Jeanne is The Menopause Guru, drawn to helping midlife women through her work as a health & wellness coach and personal trainer. She offers coaching & programs to help midlife women explore & embrace Midlife Nirvana.
NIA Gentle – Carolyn Burns, LMFT
NIA is a blend of dance movement, martial arts & yoga. NIA Gentle gives more time to listen to the body’s present range of motion & create gentle invitations to open range or support strengthening. NIA Gentle can be done standing or sitting in a chair. Same up-beat spirit lifting, body rejoicing kind of work-out as regular NIA, but a little slower so more care & attention can be put into placement of stepping & reaching. Carolyn trained as a dancer and dance therapist and is a NIA white belt. She aspires to create dance classes where women can come to know and honor the bodies they are in through movement that invites, releases and inspires.
NIA is a blend of dance movement, martial arts & yoga. NIA Gentle gives more time to listen to the body’s present range of motion & create gentle invitations to open range or support strengthening. NIA Gentle can be done standing or sitting in a chair. Same up-beat spirit lifting, body rejoicing kind of work-out as regular NIA, but a little slower so more care & attention can be put into placement of stepping & reaching. Carolyn trained as a dancer and dance therapist and is a NIA white belt. She aspires to create dance classes where women can come to know and honor the bodies they are in through movement that invites, releases and inspires.
BREAK 2:50 - 3:30
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Refreshments & Networking in the Great Room!
Second Set of Classes 3:30 - 5:20
3:30 - 4:20
3:30 - 4:20
Reiki with Chair Demonstration & Overview of Energy Therapy – Elizabeth Jackson
Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction that also promotes healing. It is “spiritually guided life force energy.” Reiki treats the whole person including the body, emotions, mind and spirit. Elizabeth has pursued her interest in energy work over the past 10 years. She studied Reiki & the Usui System of Natural Healing under the direction of Dr. Ruth Allen & Elizabeth Ohmer Pelligrin.
Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction that also promotes healing. It is “spiritually guided life force energy.” Reiki treats the whole person including the body, emotions, mind and spirit. Elizabeth has pursued her interest in energy work over the past 10 years. She studied Reiki & the Usui System of Natural Healing under the direction of Dr. Ruth Allen & Elizabeth Ohmer Pelligrin.
Animals and Spirituality – Bonnie Poirier
What can animals teach us about spirituality? Bonnie believes that all animals have souls, a moral sense, an appreciation for beauty and awareness of themselves. It is apparent that animals experience a range of emotions just like humans. She believes that animals are teachers and that by merely paying attention, our animals can help us deepen our own spirituality and help lead us directly to the gates of heaven…if we are willing to pay attention. Bonnie is a Pastor with the ministry of St. Francis of Assisi. Her focus is that of comfort for all of God’s creation -- humans, animals and Earth.
What can animals teach us about spirituality? Bonnie believes that all animals have souls, a moral sense, an appreciation for beauty and awareness of themselves. It is apparent that animals experience a range of emotions just like humans. She believes that animals are teachers and that by merely paying attention, our animals can help us deepen our own spirituality and help lead us directly to the gates of heaven…if we are willing to pay attention. Bonnie is a Pastor with the ministry of St. Francis of Assisi. Her focus is that of comfort for all of God’s creation -- humans, animals and Earth.
Adaptogenic Herbs – Jennifer Eatman
Jennifer will introduce the concept of adaptogenic herbs that target the entire body from the negative effects of stress-induced adrenaline release. Adaptogens greatly improve our body’s ability to adapt to stress, whether it’s a hectic schedule, heat or cold, noise, high altitudes or any number of other stressors. You’ll learn how to protect your body when confronted with increased or prolonged levels of stress of any kind. Jennifer has a Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition and is a certified herbalist. Jennifer combined her experience as a chef with her nutrition degree to make healing granola-style bars called Sacred Earth Bars that are nutritious & delicious.
Jennifer will introduce the concept of adaptogenic herbs that target the entire body from the negative effects of stress-induced adrenaline release. Adaptogens greatly improve our body’s ability to adapt to stress, whether it’s a hectic schedule, heat or cold, noise, high altitudes or any number of other stressors. You’ll learn how to protect your body when confronted with increased or prolonged levels of stress of any kind. Jennifer has a Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition and is a certified herbalist. Jennifer combined her experience as a chef with her nutrition degree to make healing granola-style bars called Sacred Earth Bars that are nutritious & delicious.
The Mystery of Mandalas – Mitzie Rains Meyers, RN, MSN, AHN-BC
This workshop will explore the ancient art of mandalas or “sacred circles.” Mandalas offer introspection through a creative & therapeutic form of self-expression. This process connects us to healing, balance and wholeness. Participants will learn about the symbolic origin of mandalas through art, history, culture, religion and psychology. Each participant will create her own mandala that will represent personal meaning and connection to the true self. Mitzie is a licensed registered nurse and a faculty member at SELU. She holds certification in advanced holistic nursing and is a member of the American Holistic Nurses Association. She has presented on wellness topics at the local, regional & national levels.
This workshop will explore the ancient art of mandalas or “sacred circles.” Mandalas offer introspection through a creative & therapeutic form of self-expression. This process connects us to healing, balance and wholeness. Participants will learn about the symbolic origin of mandalas through art, history, culture, religion and psychology. Each participant will create her own mandala that will represent personal meaning and connection to the true self. Mitzie is a licensed registered nurse and a faculty member at SELU. She holds certification in advanced holistic nursing and is a member of the American Holistic Nurses Association. She has presented on wellness topics at the local, regional & national levels.
4:30 - 5:20
Digestion: Challenges and Aids – Donna Caire, LMT
Participants will learn the hows and whys of our body’s interaction with the food we eat. In this class, we will discuss digestive upsets and what we can do to help alleviate them. Donna is a Certified Abdominal Massage Therapist and Educator in private practice in Abita Springs. She is certified in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy.
Participants will learn the hows and whys of our body’s interaction with the food we eat. In this class, we will discuss digestive upsets and what we can do to help alleviate them. Donna is a Certified Abdominal Massage Therapist and Educator in private practice in Abita Springs. She is certified in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy.
Radiate Now! Your Personal Sustainable Energy Plan – Mary J. Frost, RN, BSN, MS, HNB-BC, CHTP, CHTI
Your Radiance Matters! We will answer the question, “Am I Energy or Am I Matter.” Einstein tells us we are both. We will explore our bigger true nature and how we can get and keep our energy vibration high and see how our energy field or aura responds to different simple things, actions, thoughts and feelings. Mary is a Board Certified Holistic Nurse, Healing Touch Practitioner and Aura Photographer. She has been exploring the healing arts & sciences for 24 years, which has lead her on adventures abroad, to India, South Africa, Romania & Bermuda. She has discovered that finding Joy is very beneficial medicine and can be measured!
Your Radiance Matters! We will answer the question, “Am I Energy or Am I Matter.” Einstein tells us we are both. We will explore our bigger true nature and how we can get and keep our energy vibration high and see how our energy field or aura responds to different simple things, actions, thoughts and feelings. Mary is a Board Certified Holistic Nurse, Healing Touch Practitioner and Aura Photographer. She has been exploring the healing arts & sciences for 24 years, which has lead her on adventures abroad, to India, South Africa, Romania & Bermuda. She has discovered that finding Joy is very beneficial medicine and can be measured!
Stress – Release the Negative & Embrace the Positive! – Pamella Divinity
Get the facts! Stress is inevitable! However, learning to make it work for you can be empowering! Learn just what stress is, its most common causes, how women react differently to stress than men, and how to be a better manager of stress. Learn what connection stress has with anxiety disorders, caregiving, depression, mental health and learn how to turn your stress into motivation! Join us for a life-giving interactive experience! Pamella is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counselor Education with a specialization in Marriage, Family & Couples Counseling at SELU. She holds an undergraduate degree in Consumer & Family Sciences with an emphasis in Food & Nutrition.
Get the facts! Stress is inevitable! However, learning to make it work for you can be empowering! Learn just what stress is, its most common causes, how women react differently to stress than men, and how to be a better manager of stress. Learn what connection stress has with anxiety disorders, caregiving, depression, mental health and learn how to turn your stress into motivation! Join us for a life-giving interactive experience! Pamella is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counselor Education with a specialization in Marriage, Family & Couples Counseling at SELU. She holds an undergraduate degree in Consumer & Family Sciences with an emphasis in Food & Nutrition.
The Power of Chi: Manifesting Health and Vitality – Suzanne Harper, LMT
What is Chi? How does it become stagnant in our body/mind? How does this stagnation lead to disease? How do the practices of Qigong, Tai Chi, Chi Nei Tsang, and Do-In cultivate and move chi bringing the body/mind into harmony & balance? We will explore these questions and more related to our overall health and vitality. Participants will learn a simple daily practice to help keep their chi flowing. Suzanne has practiced Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga & Meditation for over 30 years. She is a Massage Therapist and Therapeutic Movement Instructor with a Masters in Health Education.
What is Chi? How does it become stagnant in our body/mind? How does this stagnation lead to disease? How do the practices of Qigong, Tai Chi, Chi Nei Tsang, and Do-In cultivate and move chi bringing the body/mind into harmony & balance? We will explore these questions and more related to our overall health and vitality. Participants will learn a simple daily practice to help keep their chi flowing. Suzanne has practiced Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga & Meditation for over 30 years. She is a Massage Therapist and Therapeutic Movement Instructor with a Masters in Health Education.
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Register early with Claudia -- before classes fill!
volunteer@womenscenterforhealing.org
(985) 377-4157
