Calendar of Events

Life is very short and very uncertain; let us spend it as well as we can. - Samuel Johnson

2009 Events

Next Meditation Class begins in January, 2009!

Meditation in Everyday Life: A Class for Beginners
This class presents basic meditation instruction in Shamatha (calm-abiding) meditation, along with mindfulness and breath practices and tonglen. Ker will give talks on aspects of Buddhist philosophy relevant to integrating meditation practice and daily life.
Experiential assignments and discussions are also included in the class.
This is a non-religious introduction to meditation and Buddhist ideas.
All levels of experience are welcome. A willingness to commit to a daily meditation practice for 8 weeks is strongly encouraged.

Where: 1390 Oak St. #3 (upstairs), Eugene
When: Fridays 4-6 pm. 8 weeks: January 23 through March 13, 2009
Cost: $160
Class size is limited; $40 nonrefundable deposit holds your spot.
Contact Ker at 349-0595 or by email for info and/or registration.

Upcoming Event:
Laurel Hill Center’s Health & Wellness Fair, Eugene, OR January 31st, 2009
(more info coming soon) www.laurel.org

Past Events of 2008

Reiki in Everyday Life Level 1 Class
Reiki has been called “the gentlest and most practical healing therapy.” It is a hands-on, simple and powerful way to relieve pain and suffering. Reiki comforts and heals on many levels - physical, emotional, spiritual, vibrational - and can be used anywhere, any time, by anyone.

Meditation in Everyday Life: A Class for Women

September 11-14, 2008 - Nonviolence as a Way of Life Conference, Eugene, OR
Presented Befriending Your Inner Critic For more information: www.nonviolentliving.org

October 16-18 - Counseling: Our Passion and Profession
Oregon Counseling Association Conference at the Hilton, Eugene, OR
Presented Mindfulness & Compassion for Counselors and
participated in a Panel Discussion on Private Practice.
For more information: www.or-counseling.org

Saturday, May 17, 2008
Mindfulness Meditation and Stress Reduction:
Simple practices to relieve stress in everyday life
At Laurel Hill Center’s Health & Wellness Fair, Eugene

Monday, May 12, 2008
Feeling Good Here & Now:
How small shifts in your thinking can affect your happiness
At Willamette Oaks, Eugene