Late Summer is a time to slow down, pause, reflect, digest and assimilate. Like a pause between the breath, it is a space between the upward and expanding energies of spring and summer, and the descending and inward-turning quality of fall and winter. Late Summer focuses on the Spleen and the Stomach, the element Earth, […]
Autumn is a time to finish projects, to harvest what you have sown during the spring and summer, a time to put things away and to let things go. The descending energy of Autumn invites us to appreciate what we have been given and determine what really matters and what does not. Autumn focuses on […]
The average person breathes over 20,000 times a day! How conscious are we of this phenomenon and its power to influence our mind and emotions? Let’s get to know our breath and the possibilities that exist with every inhale and exhale. Enjoy this exploration of breath and mindfulness, breath and emotions, breath and stress, breath […]
Four sound practitioners are gathering in support of the Divine Child Foundation, founded by Kelvin Pierce. The Foundation establishes and supports orphanages and mental health services in the Republic of Georgia. A brief presentation will be given about the Foundation's work, followed by a 45 minute sound concert. Suggested tax deductible donations start at $20, […]
Winter is a time to rest, restore and look inward. A time to slow down, be quiet and welcome the silence as the Earth sleeps. This respite allows us to nourish ourselves and recharge to be ready for the upward rushing energy of Spring. Winter focuses on the Kidneys and Bladder, the element Water, fear, […]
Celebrate the quiet and reflective nature of the Winter Solstice with Yoga Nidra accompanied by the vibrations and sounds of Tibetan bowls, led by Michelle Malo-Esposito and Pauline Reid. Space is limited, register early to reserve your spot.
In this deeply relaxing and rejuvenating experience Laura Freix and Pauline Reid will guide you through some preliminary, gentle movement and breath practices, followed by a long and luxurious period of stillness with the rich and reverberating sounds of Tibetan Bowls filling the space. The afternoon will finish with a centering and poetry reading to […]
Death Cafés provide an opportunity for informal conversation around topics related to death and dying. There is no set agenda -each Death Café is unique, created by the people who come together to discuss their thoughts and ideas. The Death Café of Loudoun County is generously supported by the Loudoun County Public Library System. Tea […]
Death Cafés provide an opportunity for informal conversation around topics related to death and dying. There is no set agenda -each Death Café is unique, created by the people who come together to discuss their thoughts and ideas. The Death Café of Loudoun County is generously supported by the Loudoun County Public Library System. Tea […]
Join us for an informal discussion of Acupuncture and how Tai Chi and QiGong work with the body’s acupuncture meridian system. Bring your questions – theoretical (how does it work?) and practical (will my insurance pay for it?). Optional participation in a group treatment follows the lecture and question/answer period. FREE! For more information, contact […]