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Workshop: June 10, 11, 12 on Whidbey Island, Washington |
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Evolving Consciousness |
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With Zareen & Wayne Wake up each morning and know, We are all creating the future together. And that’s a vital and poignant reason for eradicating our ego addictions. We want to be as clear and enthusiastic as possible for this great work. Come join us for a weekend of enlightened communication, dance, inquiry and meditation to live a life of purposefulness and meaning. at Asherah on Whidbey Island Friday through Sunday: June 10, 11 and 12, 2005 Zikr Saturday night at 7:30
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To Register Call: (360) 331-4401 or lauren@whidbey.com |
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Pre-registration before May 31st : $130 Registration from June 1st on: $150 Meals included. Lodging provided on first come, first serve basis. Pitching your own tent is encouraged if weather permits. Make sure you have registered (by mail, calling or emailing Lauren) BEFORE arriving! Weekend facilitated by Connie Zareen Delaney Come and experience a new way of looking at who we are, and how we should live! This will be a fun, lighthearted...and even challenging look at ourselves as spiritual beings in the 21st century. Explore how understanding the evolution of consciousness itself can bring us new motivation and tools for conquering ego (or sin…gasp!). We’ll use Buddha, Jesus, Newton, Einstein, the teachings of Andrew Cohen, videos of DNA and Quantum Physics, talks, and the Dances of Universal Peace to experience our place in the unity of time and space. “Irreverent and wise at once – Connie & Wayne will bring you out to the edge of who you know yourself to be … and even beyond if you let yourself go.” -- Kathy Morter, Pocatello Idaho
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Connie Zareen is an author, meditation teacher, and Dance Leader. She is a sannyasin of Osho, initiated into the Sufi esoteric school by Hadiyat Inayat Khan, and student of Andrew Cohen. Often known as Ma Prem Zareen in her writings, she brings a life-long study of mysticism, 12 years of wilderness living, a keen scientific mind, and a rare sense of humor to the spiritual quest. Since an awakening experience in 1990, Zareen has been writing and teaching a modern mysticism and freedom from the ego. Her quest is to forge that path to where mysticism is no longer a mystery. Wayne Talmadge is a long-time walker through nature, student of Andrew Cohen, vocalist, and guitar player for the Dances of Universal Peace. Wayne provides the ground for our trip into 21st Century mysticism. Together, Zareen and Wayne are the dynamic-duo. If you dare ask them what they do for a living, you’ll get a long story of numerous businesses, writing, dancing, traveling the country on sales trips and playing music. These two are the originators of the Townstate Corporation, which is concerned with making national online community. They work closely with mentor and Sufi teacher Michael Gest in bringing their vision to a larger audience and manifesting prosperity –AND– they own a gym in Salmon, Idaho. Wayne and Zareen have traveled with the Oneness Project Caravans, and have been instrumental in OP community projects. |
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What to Expect |
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Retreat will feature talks, dances and movies! We’ll be
watching several interesting PBS video productions to help ground us in
our place in evolution, the mystery of gravity, the cosmos and quantum
physics.
You can expect a relaxed atmosphere with talks and dances designed to stretch the context through which you view life, time and space. Be prepared to leave old concepts and negativity at the door! We’ll find out how Einstein can help us with our ego, and meet the first flash of evolving consciousness in humans fifty thousand years ago. We’ll discover that human history has been moving along quite well, and brainstorm our possibilities for relieving suffering in the future. We’ll name the ego and discover that we don’t want anything to do with that bad boy! Negativity and cynicism take a back seat to hope!
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A positive future will be created by positive consciousness.
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ARRIVAL TIME FOR RETREATANTS: Please
arrive Friday, in time for dinner at 5 pm. (You may arrive early
afternoon to avoid traffic lines.)
DEPARTURE TIME: The retreat will end Sunday at noon, with time from noon to 3 for private meetings and special talks if desired. WHAT TO BRING: Bring a sleeping bag, pillow, and towel if you can. Wear comfortable clothing and warm clothes for the upcoming chilly evenings. Please also bring easy slip-on shoes for going in and out of buildings. (All buildings are no shoe facilities). And bring some comfy in-house slippers. : ) WHAT NOT TO BRING: Pets, non-prescription drugs, alcohol. We are a non-smoking facility. Please be mindful to not bring scented toiletry products to accommodate sensitive types during your stay. Special Note: We are on a well here and our septic system is delicate. Please plan on taking sponge baths or quick showers if necessary during your stay. (or none at all!!) : ) And flush the toilet only when necessary. All sanitary products and unsoiled toilet paper should be disposed in lidded trash cans by toilets. Gifts for Asherah and friends ~ Asherah is spiritually under the care and direction of the Holy Mother Mary. As a love offering upon visiting her, we invite you to present as a gift roses, flowers, incense, tea lights, and teas to bless her and her continual flow of guests. Wine may be offered and opened upon approval of Facilitator. Double Bluff Beach, one of the most gorgeous walking beaches on Whidbey, is a little over a mile away. Asherah is a name for the original Canaanite Goddess which stood for Community Peace & Plenty. May your stay here be blessed with an abundance of peace, connection to Earth and Spirit, rejuvination, and the joy of being graced in loving presence with beloved friends. Asherah is often place for Visitors and Friends to unite in a welcoming sacred space to eat, sing, dance, pray, study, deepen spiritually, renew one’s purpose, reconnect with nature and celebrate Life together. |
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Directions Short Version:
From Clinton Ferry: Straight up highway, past three stoplights. LEFT onto Double Bluff R RIGHT onto Lancaster Rd. |
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Long Version:
Take the Mukilteo Ferry to Whidbey Island. Asherah is 9 miles from the Clinton ferry on Whidbey Island and generally takes about 15 minutes to drive from the ferry to the barn! Specifically: Mukilteo Ferry to Clinton on Whidbey Island. Once on the island, drive up main road (only one!). Pass three stop lights. After third light, continue driving up steep incline; just after it crests, turn LEFT onto Double Bluff Road (a cross street) (note: travel through a fourth stop light?..... you've gone just past Double Bluff Road! Turn 'round........) Turn RIGHT onto Lancaster Road (the only cross street on Double Bluff) My Farm is the first one on the right. Turn right immediately after a yellow diamond 20 mi turn sign into driveway on the right, up a few yards from the corner. Two big, black mailboxes opposite driveway: address 2251 on mailbox. Cream two story farmhouse, white trim. Big Trees, red outbuildings, white four-rail fencing. Park in the back pasture behind the big Red Barn. |
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ABOUT ASHERAH:
During week-end retreats, there are no assigned karma yoga duties. Consider yourself part of the Farm family and participate or not in any chores. Magically, we've discovered that when everyone truly takes care of themselves, blending quiet time and helping hands, everything gets done with ease, love, joy, and reverence for each individual and the spiritual family as a whole. Meals will be prepared by Lauren and anyone who chooses to help. And the kitchen is open to whomever or whenever you feel the urge to snack. I trust your time here is rejuvenating, that you build beautiful friendships with Beloveds here, and drink in the grace and peace of this family farm. I am so honored to provide a space for YOU to enjoy this special experience! : ) Deep Peace, Lauren Mirabai |
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Registration Form
Yes! Sign me up for the Evolving Consciousness Retreat, June 10, 11 and 12, 2005 with Zareen and Wayne.
Name: _____________________________________________ Address:
Phone: _____________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________ Lodging Needs: ______________________________________ Special Food Needs:
I can stay until 3pm on Sunday and am interested in:
Enclosed is $130 if postmarked before May 31st –or- $150 after Mail to: Lauren Mirabai Burrei' You may simply call or email to register. |
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