Workshops
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In the workshops, retreats, and individual healing sessions we often
do ancient and practical healing techniques to simply relax and have a
laugh.
We start by allowing our body to remember how to breathe. We sing songs,
chants and sometimes dance, all of which help us to breathe deeper. An
added benefit is from the vibration of the movements and sounds - they
move healing energy through our body.
Many ancient philosophies talk about blocks in the energy flow in our
bodies which cause sickness, ageing, etc. As we listen to our bodies and
our thoughts, we become aware of the energy ‘flow’.
The Western world has become a bit too judgemental, having to put
‘difference’ into little boxes, forgetting that all we really need is
love, food and shelter.
Everyone is different and can seek different ways to remember who we are
and where we belong. The happiness, peace, joy and harmony we all search
for is within us – not without! So we also do journeys [meditations] to
the Underworld and Upperworld, to go deeper, and to heal our-self.
2009
Workshop Dates
Programs, workshops, retreats were initiated and developed by the proprietor of Huachuma Consultancy, Muriel Turner, who has recognised the need for additional services to those provided by traditional means.
February
Sunday 15: 1 day Workshop: The Spirit of Life
Sunday 22: 1 day Relaxation Retreat: Your personal ‘reward’ day
March
1st - 20th March: 19 day Spiritual tour of Peru and Bolivia, South America
23 March - April 12: 19 day Spiritual tour of Peru and Bolivia
April
16th - 30th: Choose either 7 day or 14 day Retreat in Iquitos, Peru: Change the Patterns of your Mind and Body . . .
May
Sunday 17: 1 day Workshop: Taking Back Control
Sunday 31: 1 day Relaxation Retreat: Your personal ‘reward’ day
June
Friday 19-21: 3 day Retreat: celebration of the Winter Solstice
July
Sunday 12: 1 day Workshop: The Spirit of Life
Sunday 26: 1 day Relaxation Retreat: Your personal ‘reward’ day
August
16th - 30th: Choose either 7 day or 14 day Retreat in Iquitos, Peru: Change the Patterns of your Mind and Body . . .
September
2-22: 19 day Spiritual tour of Peru and Bolivia
24 Sept - Oct 13: 19 day Spiritual tour of Peru and Bolivia
October
Saturday 31: 7 day Retreat: A time to detox the body, mind & emotions,
November
Sunday 7: 1 day Workshop:
Remembering how to live life to the fullSunday 15: 1 day Workshop: Taking Back Control
Sunday 29: 1 day Relaxation Retreat: Your personal ‘reward’ day
About Muriel:
Muriel has a degree in psychology, is a Member of the Australian Psychological Society [APS], has worked in the mental health area in Australia for over 10 years, and has studied with alternative health professionals in Australia, the UK and South America for more than a decade. With a broad knowledge covering a wide scope of subjects and experiences, and an acute understanding of how the mind and the spirit are affected by surrounding influences, Muriel is one of the few people in Australia who is able to successfully incorporate alternative healing techniques with traditional western teachings, to provide an holistic process for self healing, balance, development and life enrichment in a safe, calming and nurturing environment.
Programs can be modified to suit your organisation
’s and/or your specific needs; ongoing support can be provided on request; and individual counselling services are also available by appointment.Workshop Description:
The Spirit of Life Workshops: these sessions will help you to put the spirit back into your life and the life back into your spirit, and will include the essence of spirituality, discovering the spirit within, incorporating the spirit into everyday life, and awareness of self, action and reaction.
Taking Back Control: these sessions will teach people to regain self-esteem and eliminate self-doubt, deal with stressful situations, develop a positive outlook on life, determine your path and living life to the full.
Alleviating Pain: these sessions will assist people to develop ways to help alleviate acute pain and prove gentle stimulation using non-medical techniques. Each session is designed to be used in conjunction with current medication/s.
Behaviour Management: these sessions will introduce techniques to calm the mind and body, identify triggers of anti-social behaviours, take control over negative influences, identify realistic short and long-term goals and the means to achieve them.
Motivational Counselling: these sessions will introduce techniques for people to explore the benefits and costs of ambivalence, identify their values and goals, and be responsible for their decisions and progress.
Relaxation Retreats in the Blue Mountains:
These Retreats are ideal personal
‘reward’ days, to help clear the head and reconnect with our ‘pure’ self. These Retreats are particularly beneficial prior to strategic planning meetings, important decision making times, or for anyone needing time out from their daily stressful routine. These Retreats are designed to rejuvenate tired bodies, minds and spirits.You have an opportunity of choosing a one day retreat, a three day retreat, or a longer 7 day retreat.
Muriel also regularly takes travel groups to South America. [tours & retreats are offered in Peru & Bolivia]
In March and September 2009 there will be 4 tours to Peru and Bolivia. Tours start in Lima, the capital of Peru, we work our way to Macchu Picchu, then on to Lake Titicaca, crossing the border from Peru into Bolivia, and completing the tour in La Paz, the highest city in the world and the capital of Bolivia. These tours are an opportunity for people to experience the natural beauty of the Andes, meet village traditional healers and visit ancient sites. See section “Journey of a Lifetime” for more details.
Change the patterns of your mind and body . . .
In April and August 2009 Muriel is being joined by two colleagues, Lincoln Stoller and Reema Datta, for Retreats in Iquitos, the Peruvian side of the Amazon. The retreats include cleansing night ceremonies, conducted by a traditionally trained Ayahuascero and herb therapist and are an opportunity for people to explore transformation on a deeper level.
Join a Peruvian Shaman, an Australian Psychologist, and Indian Yogi and an American Scientist in groundbreaking retreats in the Amazon of South America. These retreats are for you if you are serious about strengthening your body, heart and mind, and reconnecting with your spirit.
You can choose which retreat best suits you, either a 7 day retreat or a 14 day retreat.
Where?
The retreats are being held in a tranquil healing environment in Iquitos, on the Peruvian side of the Amazon, South America.
When?
April and August 2009
Costs?
7 day Retreats $US1,500, 14 day Retreats $US2,200
[with early bird discounts if paid in full two months prior]
If you are serious about your personal growth, this is an opportunity for you to explore transformation on a deeper level and to gain control over your life path.
Retreat Details - Journey of a Lifetime
April and September 2009
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March and October 2009
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If you are serious about your personal growth, this is a great opportunity for you to explore transformation on deeper levels, to meet and work with traditional healers, and to meet like-minded people. Ayahuasca is used by traditional healers of the Amazon to heal body, mind and spirit and to reconnect us with higher states of consciousness. Special ceremonies will be conducted by a traditional Ayahuascero from Iquitos, from the Peruvian Amazon. |
Peru and Bolivia have many wonders, which are
more than they appear to be. You will discover the ancient
cultures of the Inkas and pre-Inka Peoples, while listening to
the wind rushing the the timeless ruins of Macchu Picchu and
Tiawanku. Experience something untouched and mysterious behind
the snow-capped Andes Mountains. |
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