I am looking forward to starting another series this April. We will be doing these workshops over 4 months – 1 weekend a month beginning in April. Check back soon for more details!
Mindfulness
January 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
So, what is mindfulness? To cite Jon Kabat-Zinn, one of the head honchos in mindfulness research, it is the nonjudgmental attention to experiences in the present moment. And, it typically cultivates in a formal practice such as sitting meditation, walking meditation, or mindful movements. Through this literature review, Lazar and Ott identified four main ways [...]
Villains and Victims
November 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It is tempting to label the experiences in our lives, to create sense and order we label people, ideas, relationships “good or bad”. The truth however is that nothing is ever all good or all bad. We see this a lot in our culture when talking about relationships. There is the Villain, Hero and the [...]
8 Week Chakra Class
November 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Bellevue Relationship Counselor Katie Swartz Hosting 8 Week Chakra Class Katie Swartz is a Bellevue, WA relationship counselor. The eight week chakra course will help participants to explore the energy centers of the body and the chakra system while learning to tap into the hidden information that’s inside of our bodies and how to use [...]
What does Healthy look like?
September 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This is a great question, and one that I hear a lot. There is certainly a spectrum of “healthy” when it comes to relationships but there are a few essentials which need to be present for any relationship to thrive. 1. Both feet firmly in the relationship. Recognizing that you and your partner are committed [...]
New Workshop Beginning June 30th
June 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Beginning June 30th Evenings 6 to 9 5 Week Healthy Relationships Level 1 This foundational workshop is the beginning point for establishing healthy relationship, at home and work. We cover: Healthy Boundaries The characteristics of the Victim, Rescuer, Persecutor Family Patterns (where this comes from) Understanding shame in keeping us in unhealthy patterns Begin to [...]
Healthy Boundaries
June 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Healthy boundaries allow us to stay aware of how we think and feel about something or someone. This connection is critical for healthy relationships to thrive. If we have no boundaries, everything comes in and we get lost in others emotions and beliefs. If we are too rigid, we feel disconnected and isolated. Learning healthy [...]
Chakra Yoga Class – Beginning in August
June 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Wednesday Evenings 6:30PM to 9PM Beginning August 3 This is a 7-week program designed to explore the chakra system. We will use meditation, yoga and teachings to activate specific energy centers (chakras) each week while learning practical uses for this energy and information. Cost is $420.00 for the 7 week program – Includes all workbook [...]
Passion for Life
May 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
“Enthusiasm is one of the most powerful engines of success. When you do a thing, do it with all your might. Put your whole soul into it. Stamp it with your own personality. Be active, be energetic and faithful, and you will accomplish your object. Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” — Ralph Waldo [...]
If Peace of Mind is Your Goal
May 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If Peace of Mind is Your Goal If being right is your goal, you may find error in the world, and seek to change it to match your expectations. But don’t expect peace of mind. If peace of mind is your goal, look for errors in your expectations; seek to change them, not the world. [...]
