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Mindful Meditation

Resist our tendency to take things personally. Come and try meditation on a regular basis.

Meditation benefits us by allowing us to see the disturbances that prevent us from experiencing mind’s natural joy and fearlessness. Hear the origins of the methods, ask and have questions answered and practise mindful meditations.

Each session contains a talk, Q&A and meditation.

Come by yourself to the stated sessions or make a class of friends at a different time.

Teacher
Practising since 1997, Carey Rohrlach teaches meditation that provides access for all ages, body types and understanding level.

Program Particulars
Venue: Body Moves, Level 1, 107 Hawthorn Road, Caulfield North Vic 3161
Dates: Wednesdays ongoing
Time: 7.00–8.00pm
Investment: Free. Donations accepted
Bookings/enquiries: Carey, 0438 371 488

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Yoga@Work

The workplace can be a stressful environment - simple tasks seem to escalate into Wagnerian operas and the working hours seem to go on. And on. And on. And on. Would you or your workplace be looking for ways to reduce stress and improve staff well-being?

Yoga benefits us by stretching our minds through stretching our bodies. This allows us to run the ‘now’ instead of the ‘now’ running us. Increase workplace health and well-being regularly in a non-competitive fun way!

Practising since 1998, Carey teaches yoga that provides access for all ages, body types and fitness level. Make up a class of staff (at your premises or Caro Way) or come by yourself (at Caro Way).

Choose your starting positions:
Suitable for all body types and fitness level
-- Light: 30mins program, done at your place, focuses on poses useful for the time-short and desk-bound
-- Eager: 60mins program, done at your place or Caro Way – whole body focus without props
-- Keen: 90mins program, done before or after work nearby at Caro Way – utilises whole body with props for ease of access

General considerations:
-- Any exercise is best not done immediately after eating. With yoga, we recommend 3 hours after a heavy meal or 2 hours after a light meal. (Any exercise diverts the body's attention away from digestion.)
-- It is useful to have mats for yoga. The mats allow us to reference our bodies in a defined space that stays constant for every class. The mats will be supplied complimentary for the trial class, however it will be useful long term for the Light and Eager participants to provide their own mats. Participants of the Keen option will have all props supplied.
-- An Eager class would benefit from having a clear space that allows about 1.5m² for each person. If needing to make-ready a space, allow an extra 10 mins either side of class time for set down and set up of the space.

Employer contribution:
It is increasingly common for employers to embrace complementary approaches to maximise long term staff wellbeing and workplace health. Depending on the employer's individual capacity, they are able to co-subsidise classes through a number of commitment levels:
-- Time only (allow 30-60mins of usual work time for the yoga class to take place, for example a workplace that usually starts at 8.30am might commence yoga at 8.00am to finish at 9.00am, or a workplace that usually finishes at 5.30pm might commence yoga at 4.30pm to finish at 5.30pm)
-- Money only (class occurs outside of work hours but the employer contributes to the fees)
-- Workplace only (class occurs outside of work hours but the employer provides facilities)
-- Props only (class occurs outside of work hours but the employer contributes to the cost of the props)
-- Time and money (blend of above four approaches).

Program Particulars
Venues: Your workplace will need to have a peaceful, clean, well-ventilated space to allow approx 1.5m² per person and clear access to at least one wall. Or go natural and find a park (weather permitting).
Dates: Have a trial session then commit for discount to:
• Weekly x 5 weeks
• Fortnightly x 10 weeks.
Investment: $17/$11 full/conc per person per session, minimum of 5 people for workplace class, or come individually to existing class (times on website).
Enrol: Caro Way 0438 371 488, Email:

Download the flyer to email around to your colleagues to see if they are interested by clicking the icon at right or here.

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Learn Ayurveda or Sanskrit!

What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda is the science of living that brings a way of understanding that can be applied to everything.

What is Sanskrit?
Sanskrit opens a window to sacred wisdom imparted by Vedic sages. It offers deeper insights into the sciences of yoga, meditation and Ayurveda. Sanskrit is likened to a tree that evolves from the root of grammar, stems into an alphabet, branches in the listener’s mind and flowers in their heart bearing the fruit of positive deeds.

Main Lecturer
Rama Prasad is a third generation Sanskrit scholar who learnt Sanskrit from childhood. As a yoga and Ayurveda master he is able to convey Ayurveda’s and Sanskrit’s universal application to personal and professional arenas.

Rama is known as a warm and dynamic teacher with a passion for sharing vedic wisdom. He aims to make every class an entertaining and enlightening delight.

Intimate Instruction
In the small class setting, Rama will guide students through Sanskrit writing, reading and pronunciation. Chanting Sanskrit correctly connects us to the subtle energies of the cosmos and our being. The powerful sound vibrations of Sanskrit help to release stress, calm emotions, heal the body and focus the mind. Specific mantras can also dispel negative energies and harness positive influences into one’s life.

What others have said
‘Entertaining and educating. Use of anecdotes really helps to get the message across.’ - Deborah, Ayurveda graduate

‘Dynamic lectures, very well presented and indepth notes.’ - Sarah, Ayurveda graduate

‘Exploring Sanskrit with Rama has enriched my understanding and practice of Yoga immeasurably.’ - Don, yoga teacher

‘Chanting has such a deep resonance and effect after learning precise pronunciation with Rama,’ - Tulasi, meditator

Course Particulars
Venue: Depends on course and location enrolled
Dates: Inquiries or bookings for 2010 now being taken.
Investment: $Depends on course (incl. GST & extensive notes).
Enrol: For more details regarding the curriculum and enrolment form please see http://www.ayurvedaelements.com/c_ayurmain.html, or contact Ayurveda Elements direct at info@ayurvedaelements.com or telephone 02 9904 7754

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Showing Me Group Bookings (min 5 people)

Our ‘Me’ is the container where we store our individual suffering. Embark on a two module journey to the inner self. Be introduced to some of the understandings that allow us to obtain greater happiness in this lifetime, right now. Designed for those open to learning something new about themselves in an old way.

Your Navigator
Carey Rohrlach is a yoga practitioner for 11 years, an Ayurvedic and Buddhist practitioner for six and yoga teacher for five. Experience his passion for living and eagerness to share skillful tools available to all of us. Learn more about him by clicking here.

Intimate Instruction
In the small class setting, students will be guided through simple interactive sessions designed to reveal our natural inner state of compassion and wisdom.

Course Curriculum
Module 01 Introduction to the many conversations that take place in our ‘Me’ on a moment by moment basis. Exercises and discussion.
Module 02 Use what we learn to collaborate on tasty solutions, creative exercises and flowing discussion.

Particulars
Venue: To be advised.
Dates: 4-6pm, Module 01: Day One and 4-6pm, Module 02: Day Two
Investment: $45 full/$33 conc (incl. GST & refreshments) per person. Rebate for yoga or meditation students, couples/close friends attending together or those enduring financial hardship.
Enrol: Caro Way, 0438 371 488, Email:

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Waiting for Goodo

In the busyness of living and our quest for lasting happiness, it is easy to miss the moment. Following is a small gallery of things accidentally come across that embody what is possible when necessary conditions come together. The following are unsolicted enthusiastic endorsements for ways to enjoy living in the paradise-like realm of Melbourne. Click on the thumbnails to see a larger higher resolution un-digitally altered photograph.

	Good ‘hair’ day Some conditions present: mindful gardener, low front fence, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: The Way Things Are, Cause and Effect, Patience, Suffering Experienced: Williams Road, St Kilda East Cost to experience: Free
	Fruit Salad* Some conditions present: mindful chef, personable service, fresh raw fruit finished with seeds, honey and presented with love, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Cause and Effect, Patience, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Suffering Experienced: Power Pantry, Glenferrie Road, Malvern Cost to experience: Less than $9
	Reach for the Sky Some conditions present: mindful scientists engineers and pilot, distracted passengers, modern technology, Autumn Melbourne Sky Teaching: Impermanence, Mindfulness, Cause and Effect, Suffering Expererienced: Glenferrie Road, Malvern Cost to experience: Free
	Veggie Burger* Some conditions present: mindful chef, fresh ingredients inviting atmosphere, nature, amazing sea views Teaching: Mindfulness and generosity of spirit, Cause and Effect, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Suffering Experienced: Soul Mama, Lower Esplanade, St Kilda Cost to experience: Less than $15
	Life and Death Some conditions present: mindful gardener, changing seasons, nature, gentle breeze, walking, modern technology Teaching: Impermanence, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Alma Park, St Kilda East Cost to experience: Free
	One Way to Make Porridge* Some conditions present: mindful chef, eager service, fresh ingredients, porridge cooked beautifully finished with sliced almonds, dried fruits honey and presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, Cause and Effect, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Suffering Experienced: Lava Espresso, Carlisle Street, Balaclava Cost to experience: Less than $9
	Seeing Things Through Rose-Coloured Glasses Some conditions present: enthusiastic gardener, low front fence, changing seasons, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: The Middle Way, Equanimity, Patience, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: High St, Armadale Cost to experience: Free
	Parsnip and Pear Soup* Some conditions present: mindful chef, personable service, fresh ingredients cooked over time and blended superbly, finished with a sprinkle of nutmeg and side of sour dough toast presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Power Pantry, Glenferrie Road, Malvern Cost to experience: Less than $9
	Cost of Living Champion Some conditions present: mindful owner, compassion for others, presented with love, modern technology. Teaching: Mindfulness and generosity of spirit, Wisdom, Compassion and Motivation, Patience, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Wash Station Laundrette, Claremont and Station Sts, Malvern Cost to experience: $2 per wash or 20min dry
	Brown Rice and Friendship* Some conditions present: mindful chef, personable service, fresh ingredients cooked over time and blended superbly, finished with a side of warm conversation and company and presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, agreeable company, everything tastes nicer with friends, Suffering Experienced: Friend’s house, off North Road, Glen Huntly Cost to experience: Less than $9 (the drink that the guest bought)
	Dazzler Some conditions present: gardener with exotic tastes, low front fence, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: Impermanence, Patience, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Armadale Cost to experience: Free
	Australian Afternoon Tea* Some conditions present: mindful staff, personable service, fresh ingredients infused and presented superbly, finished with a sprinkle of cheekiness and presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Kinch, Hawthorn Road, Caulfield Junction Cost to experience: Less than $5
	Heaven Scent Some conditions present: gardener with a nose for detail, low front fence, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: Impermanence, Patience, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Caulfield North Cost to experience: Free
	Cinnamon and Ricotta Pancakes, With Rhubarb, Rosewater, Hazelnut and Mascapone* Some conditions present: mindful staff, personable service, fresh ingredients infused and presented superbly, finished with a sprinkle of icing sugar and presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Crunch, High Street, Thornbury Cost to experience: Less than $12
	Blooming Orange Some conditions present: gardener with exotic tastes, low front fence, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: Impermanence, Patience, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Armadale Cost to experience: Free
	Autumn Vegetable Stew* Some conditions present: mindful staff, personable service, fresh ingredients infused and presented superbly, finished with a sprinkle of icing sugar and presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Crunch, High Street, Thornbury Cost to experience: Less than $13
	Beauty and Suffering Some conditions present: gardener with exotic tastes, low front fence, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: Impermanence, Patience, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Caulfield North Cost to experience: Free
	Fruit Compote (Stewed Rhubard, Seasonal Fruits with Cinnamon Toast)* Some conditions present: mindful chef, personable service, fresh ingredients cooked over time and blended superbly, finished with a dash of spicy tomato relish presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Spot, Balaclava Road, Caulfield Junction Cost to experience: Less than $17
	Chilled Bloom Some conditions present: gardener, low front fence, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: Impermanence, Patience, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Caulfield North Cost to experience: Free
	Mondo Special* Some conditions present: mindful staff, personable service, fresh ingredients infused and presented superbly, finished with a sprinkle of herbs and presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Nostralis Vegetarian Wholemeal Pizza, Hawthorn Road, Caulfield Junction Cost to experience: Less than $12 (Small with extras)
	Snapped Life Some conditions present: gardener, painted front fence, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: Impermanence, Patience, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Armadale Cost to experience: Free
	Moroccan Casserole with Semolina* Some conditions present: mindful chef, personable service, fresh ingredients cooked over time and blended superbly, finished with a dash of spicy tomato relish presented with love, nature, modern technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, Food tastes nicer when its made with love, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Monk Bodhi Dharma, Rear 202 Carlisle Street, St Kilda East Cost to experience: Less than $12
	Death and Life Some conditions present: busy gardener, low front fence, spent life force awaiting regeneration, walking, nature, modern technology Teaching: Impermanence, Patience, Rebirth, Cause and Effect, Suffering Experienced: Balaclava Rd, Caulfield North Cost to experience: Free
	Myanmar Friendship Some conditions present: mindful chefs, personable service, fresh ingredients cooked quickly and blended superbly, finished with a side of warm conversation and company and presented with love, nature, ancient technology Teaching: Mindfulness and Generosity of Spirit, Patience, agreeable company, everything tastes nicer with friends, Suffering Experienced: Local street side cafe, Mandalay, Myanmar Cost to feed well 24 people with no notice: Less than Aus $9
	Special Thankyou To Our Sponsors Body Moves, Re-Creation Health Clubs, UDG Ultimate Digital Graphics and Juggernaut Technology for professional and individual ongoing support to the practise of yoga

Received with gratitude and wished to share. (*Food images were current on day, but availability and presentation on subsequent occasions may differ due to changing nature of things).

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