Workshop
Topics covered in this free 3 hour workshop include the meaning of hope, its interface with optimism and pessimism, an overview of the practice of hope, hope as an intentional act. Jeanne and Dic Roy, are nationally recognized for their tireless work with hope for the earth. They are co-founders of the NW Earth Institute, the Oregon Natural Step Network, and the new Center for Earth Leadership. To reserve your space, please contact Karin at 253-884-9888 or karinv@nwei.org
"THE HEALTH CARE CRISIS: WINNING HEALTH CARE FOR ALL"
What we can do to fix our broken health care system
Panelists:
Robert Fithian, M.D. - Retired Physician and Health Care for All -- Washington
Jeff Johnson - Fair Share Coalition and Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO
Kent Davis - Washington Community Action Network (formerly Washington Citizen Action) and Washington Small Business Coalition
Gar Lipow - Olympia Movement for Justice and Peace Health Care Committee
David McLanahan, M.D. - Physicians for a National Health Program, Western Washington Chapter
Brendan Williams – Washington State House Representative - Moderator
Nearly all of us are triggered by something, and when we are, we can easily revert to thinking and acting in ways that we later regret. In this workshop Suska Davis, Ph.D., engages you in a close look at the phenomenon of anger and other emotional triggers. By utilizing the principles and methods of NVC participants explore and practice how to respond consciously and constructively when either they feel angry or triggered in some way or the person they are interacting with appears to be so. The more quickly we can connect with the need underlying those feelings, the quicker they can be transformed into something that connects us with the other person and creates an opportunity for that need to be fulfilled. Suska also takes a look at in-the-moment strategies for tense situations when we or others feel triggered.
An interactive seminar with stimulating presentations from leading-edge professionals, discussion, some experiential explorations, and more...Everyone welcome!
The four main presenters are:
Dr. Leticia Nieto, PsyD: "Descent to the Light: Movement and Enactment Explorations" Consultant, trainer, and Core faculty in the Masters Counseling Psychology program at St. Martin’s University, Dr. Nieto brings her highly respected, original, dynamic, and interactive approach to expressive arts therapy to throw new light on depression.
Rev. Canon David C. James, PhD: "A Christian Perspective on Depression" Rector, St. John’s Episcopal Church, Olympia. Ordained in 1987. Formerly Professor of Psychology and Spirituality at Trinity College. He has authored two books: What are They Saving about Masculine Spirituality and Sacred Vision: A Man’s Legacy.
EM Bokashi Making Workshop
Date: Sunday September 3, 10am – 1pm
Location: Yelm area
Fee: $15 (materials included), $2 rebate if you bring a paying guest
Bring finger food to share, and your favorite beverage
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Bokashi Making is fun. Bokashi is a very potent compost starter you can easily produce yourself.
“Bokashi” is a Japanese term and means “fermented organic matter”.
EM Bokashi is made with EM – Effective Microorganisms, a soil amendment that is approved for certified organic production.
The EM Bokashi we are creating at this event is with molasses and
Effective Microorganisms fermented wheat bran.
On this anniversary of womens right to vote, join us in Envisioning What it Would be Like if All were Equal. Three sessions include a self-defense workshop by Strategic Living, role play on gender stereotyping and amateur mural-making on Equality. Free, snacks, you're invited!
Second event of the summer series - FERTILE GROUND will be firing up the outdoor oven and serving up great pizza. Bring the kids, bring the adult kids. $5-$10 sliding scale.
A day-long workshop to learn and practice NVC or Nonviolent Communication as the basis for a strong compassionate presence in the world. Gain skill in radically honest, empathic communication with the patterns of blame and shame so prevalent in our society. For all levels of experience, including those new to NVC. Sliding scale fee. Facilitated by Suska Davis, Ph.D. For info and registration, call (360) 754-1600 or visit www.fernhavencenter.com
Explore the vast world of yoga and the many approaches to spiritual development within it. Raja, bhakti, karma, tantra, kundalini, hatha, jnana, and more. With Rod Davis, Ph.D.
Day 2 of the Conference: Registration and continental breakfast beginning at 8 a.m. Topics to be discussed are "The Impact of U.S. Foreign Policy on Palestine and Israel," Critical Issues Facing the Palestinian People," "Strengthening International Solidarity for a Just Peace," with breaks and lunch. REGISTER ONLINE: www.rachelcorriefoundation.or
