MARCH NEWSLETTER

The seasons have changed and already we are heading toward being one quarter of the way through 2008! Term 1 has commenced at Earth Institute yet there are still some Life Program and Professional Development courses starting later in the term. There's still time to enrol in the following courses:

Vision Quest - a once in a lifetime turning point experience: 4 - 6 April (click here to enrol)
Vision quests, also known as a pilgrimage, initiation or rite of passage have long been practiced by cultures around the world. For those entering a new phase in life or seeking a renewed direction, they can be a powerful step forward. Essentially, a Vision Quest is a sacred act that honors the releasing of the old and welcoming of the new [read more]

Contemporary Astrology Level 1: Sunday 16 March and Sunday 6 April (click here to enrol)
Our resident astrologer, writer, editor and teacher Kelly Surtees introduces you to the stage (the houses) and the backdrop (the signs) of the birth chart. By the end of the workshop you’ll be able to demonstrate which houses are dominant in your horoscope and explain how that affects your life [read more]

Eco-Meditation:  starts 28 April (click here to enrol)
Eco-meditation is an important advance in meditation. It is practical and skills-based, but at the same time explores the inherent mystery of transcendent states of consciousness. It enhances a more heartfelt and powerful connection to the natural world and to each other. Eco-meditation is the next step preparing you to integrate your practice into the challenges facing our world today and culminates in supporting the unification of consciousness [read more]

Integral Woman: starts 13 March (click here to enrol)
Women today need stories from spiritually mature women in our time and culture who are demonstrating the sacred in ways appropriate to today’s world. Integral Woman is an invitation and exploration into what it means to be fully alive, conscious and empowered so that we are free to embody our own unique creative expression and potential [read more]

Secrets of Breath:   Starts 29 and 30 March (click here to enrol)
There is a secret about the breath that distinguishes whether the breath is being used for 'surviving' or for 'living'. Conscious breathing is completely different to automatic breathing and leads to working through unresolved past events through breath and body sensations alone. This workshop trains participants in the application of their breath to act freely and be at points of choice in daily life - instead of reacting and acting out survival modes [read more]

NEWS & EVENTS

We are pleased to advise that Harley Conyer is now offering Individual Consultations at Earth Institute.
Harley Conyer is a counsellor, life coach, meditation trainer and energetic healer with extensive experience in corporate and community environments. Harley believes that every person has, within themselves, the power to heal  and  change their lives. He sees his role as facilitating the process that enables clients to engage with their authentic and conscious self to support this healing and change. His private and group programs are all experiential, offering a space of acceptance, non-judgement and compassion, allowing clients’ inner wisdom to emerge. Harley is available for Holistic Counselling, Life Coaching, Mentoring and Soul Care Sessions at Earth Institute - call us for an appointment 9436 1644.

This month Aware Business  invited three business people who have dedicated their lives to keeping Australians healthy, informed and well fed. This evening is for anybody who eats and values food. What is organic food? Are you eating organic? Is this enough? What do the different organic certifications mean? What does food have to do with sustainability? The dramatic increase in autism, ADHD and children's behavioural disorders have all been linked to food. Our state government has recently given the green light to GM modified food. What affect will this have on you? Our panel of speakers will inform, share and discuss these hot issues.

The next Aware Business meeting 'The Farmer, the Chef and the Politician' will be held at Earth Institute on Thursday 11 March at 7.15pm until 9.30pm. Tickets are $20.

www.awarebusiness.com.au

The Way of the Peaceful Warrior
Some of you might fondly remember Dan Millman's books, especially 'The Way of the Peaceful Warrior' and be interested to know that he is in Australia on tour. A Sydney seminar is held Tuesday 1 April at the Masonic Centre and a weekend intensive is held Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 April at The Radisson Hotel in Darling Harbour. For more info call Nibbana on 9337 6167 or visit their website www.nibbana.com.au

OFFERS

Equilibrium started in Avalon and is also now located adjacent to MACRO in Crows Nest only a few minutes from Earth Institute. Christina Brimage is head Wellness Consultant dedicated to assisting you to find the most wholistic and effective solution to any health, fitness or skin concerns you may have. A valued partner of Earth Institute, Equilibrium are offering a FREE 30min Massage to the first 100 to book in for one of their Natural Therapies or Spa packs.

MOON  MOMENTS

New Moon March 8 3.14am AEST 17 degrees Pisces
The right words or gestures are easy to find under this intuitive Pisces New Moon as Venus (affection/ warmth) and Mercury (wit/ communication) align. Cheeky conversations, affectionate comments and little gifts help you find the sweet spot in a special relationship. A light and flirty energy encourages playful interactions. The New Moon itself falls with unconventional Uranus suggesting this month is about breaking those rules you never knew why you followed in the first place. A new experience of personal freedom is possible if you dare to liberate your spirit from an overly draining situation. As always when Uranus is active – expect the unexpected!

Planet tracks:
Venus in Pisces March 12 – April 6
Mercury in Pisces March 15 – April 2

Full Moon March 22 4.39am AEST 1 degrees Libra
The Full Moon in compromising Libra opposite the Sun in independent Aries is that one time each year everyone gets to re-evaluate the balance of power in important one on one relationships. Throw intense Pluto into the mix and the cosmic scene is set for profound relationship change. If you feel like you’re the one doing all the work in a relationship this Full Moon brings emotions to the surface that trigger deep shifts. What can you do to create a more equal balance of commitment and care between yourself and others? Mercury and Venus continue their celestial dance at this Full Moon providing light relief from the otherwise intense relationship energy.

Planet Tracks:
Mercury into Aries April 3 - 17

Kelly Surtees: Astrologer ~ Writer ~ Editor ~ Teacher www.kellysurtees.com

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