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SUMMARY:Susanne Marie ~ Simple Truth
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are an advanced practitioner\, or newly entering the spiritual stream\, one can always use the simple (yet profound)\, essential practice of resting one’s attention on presence. As you may know\, what we sincerely give our attention to\, grows\, and this is also true in regards to realizing our true nature. \nIt is easy to get caught up with flowery or complicated pointers\, falsely believing that realization is difficult to attain and meant for the few. But it does take a certain type of dedication and willingness to unstrip oneself of imagination and avoid the tendency to complicate things\, which puts awakening into time.\nTogether we will practice the essential teaching of resting attention on stillness\, helping to deepen presence in one’s everyday life. \nAbout Susanne Marie:\nFeatured in conversation with Adyashanti on Buddha at the Gas Pump as well as on Conscious TV\, Susanne Marie offers teachings in support of freedom and the celebration of our common essence of love and unity with all life. Susanne\, the parent of two young adults\, offers spiritual mentoring\, online and in-person group facilitation\, as well as retreats. \nFind out more about Susanne Marie: susannemarie.org \nIn this short video Susanne is sharing details of her awakening journey: \n\n  \nSuggested donation: $15 to $40\nNo one turned away for lack of funds.\nPlease register early if you can. \nREGISTER \nThe event will be recorded and emailed to participants within a week.\nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter
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SUMMARY:Susanne Marie ~ Simple Truth
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are an advanced practitioner\, or newly entering the spiritual stream\, one can always use the simple (yet profound)\, essential practice of resting one’s attention on presence. As you may know\, what we sincerely give our attention to\, grows\, and this is also true in regards to realizing our true nature.  \nIt is easy to get caught up with flowery or complicated pointers\, falsely believing that realization is difficult to attain and meant for the few. But it does take a certain type of dedication and willingness to unstrip oneself of imagination and avoid the tendency to complicate things\, which puts awakening into time.\nTogether we will practice the essential teaching of resting attention on stillness\, helping to deepen presence in one’s everyday life.  \nAbout Susanne Marie:\nFeatured in conversation with Adyashanti on Buddha at the Gas Pump as well as on Conscious TV\, Susanne Marie offers teachings in support of freedom and the celebration of our common essence of love and unity with all life. Susanne\, the parent of two young adults\, offers spiritual mentoring\, online and in-person group facilitation\, as well as retreats. \nFind out more about Susanne Marie: susannemarie.org \nWatch a short video with Susanne Marie: \n\n  \nSuggested donation: $15 to $40\nNo one turned away for lack of funds.\nPlease register early if you can. \nREGISTER \nThe event will be recorded and emailed to participants within a week.\nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter
URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/susanne-marie-aug-18-2024-2/
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SUMMARY:Gail Brenner ~ Melting into Being  (In-Person Event)
DESCRIPTION:Melting into Being –   Come and enjoy an afternoon of melting into being with your fellow truth lovers. All are welcome!  \nIn our time together\, we’ll relax into effortless being\, marinating in the luminescent knowing of our true nature. We’ll leave the limitations of our personal stories and attachments to discover liberation—already here—timeless\, boundless\, and free.  This is you…who you’ve always been despite any beliefs that tell you otherwise.At the same time\, we bow to our humanness—meeting our conditioned and fear-based patterns with understanding and compassion. And we know that who we are is unlimited\, overflowing with love\, and infinitely peaceful. You are welcome just as you are with your fears\, doubts\, shame\, and questions—or simply to share sacred space. With guided meditation\, quotes from our beloved masters\, and open conversation\, we’ll celebrate together\, discovering peace and happiness right at the heart of our everyday human lives.  I look forward to being with you! \nGail Brenner\, Ph.D. is your guide. As a psychologist\, author\, and teacher\, she transmits a love of truth with a fire that burns brightly. Gail is an expert in healing from early trauma and brings to this work years of experience with individuals and groups. She is known for creating the safe space needed for deep inner exploration. Gail is the author of the award-winning The End of Self-Help and Suffering Is Optional. \nGail’s website: gailbrenner.com \nSatsang: 2-4 pm\nRefreshments: until 5\nSuggested Donation:  $10- $20\, no one turned away.\nNo pre-registration. Pay at door when you arrive. \nLocation: 8476 Sonoma Ave\, Sebastopol\, CA. Park on Sonoma Ave.\nNote: The address sign says 8474/8476.  Park on the street\, and walk down the short driveway to the house with the carport.\nPlease dress mindfully\, doors & windows will be open!\nIf you have covid-like symptoms\, or have had a recent Covid exposure or positive test\, please stay home out of consideration for others.
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SUMMARY:Gail Brenner ~ Melting into Being  (In-Person Event)
DESCRIPTION:Melting into Being – Come and enjoy an afternoon of melting into being with your fellow truth lovers. All are welcome! \nIn our time together\, we’ll relax into effortless being\, marinating in the luminescent knowing of our true nature. We’ll leave the limitations of our personal stories and attachments to discover liberation—already here—timeless\, boundless\, and free. This is you…who you’ve always been despite any beliefs that tell you otherwise.At the same time\, we bow to our humanness—meeting our conditioned and fear-based patterns with understanding and compassion. And we know that who we are is unlimited\, overflowing with love\, and infinitely peaceful. You are welcome just as you are with your fears\, doubts\, shame\, and questions—or simply to share sacred space. With guided meditation\, quotes from our beloved masters\, and open conversation\, we’ll celebrate together\, discovering peace and happiness right at the heart of our everyday human lives. I look forward to being with you! \nGail Brenner\, Ph.D. is your guide. As a psychologist\, author\, and teacher\, she transmits a love of truth with a fire that burns brightly. Gail is an expert in healing from early trauma and brings to this work years of experience with individuals and groups. She is known for creating the safe space needed for deep inner exploration. Gail is the author of the award-winning The End of Self-Help and Suffering Is Optional. \nGail’s website: gailbrenner.com \nSatsang: 2-4 pm\nRefreshments: until 5\nSuggested Donation:  $10- $20\, no one turned away.\nNo pre-registration. Pay at door when you arrive. \nLocation: 8476 Sonoma Ave\, Sebastopol\, CA. Park on Sonoma Ave.\nNote: The address sign says 8474/8476.  Park on the street\, and walk down the short driveway to the house with the carport.\nPlease dress mindfully\, doors & windows will be open!\nIf you have covid-like symptoms\, or have had a recent Covid exposure or positive test\, please stay home out of consideration for others.
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