Sat Nav for the Soul
This blog is a recording of my thoughts, breakthroughs, observations and suggestions about personal development. I like to focus both on the mind and the body, and look at ways to enhance our living. Action steps, goal setting, exercise, nutrition, and the utilzation of ancient oriental wisdom to help cope with our modern lifestyles.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Monday, December 6, 2010
Chi Kung Training -12th February - Water Element Workshop
Hi everyone - I just wanted to give you advanced notice of the up and coming workshops throughout 2011 with Chi Kung Ireland and The College of Elemental Chi Kung.
I am excited to announce I have secured 4 days of training in Chi Kung and focusing on the elements of Water, Wood, Fire and Earth.
A Metal workshop may follow later as a transformation retreat in a location to be revealed later. This will be a 2-3 day retreat.
12th February - Water Element Workshop -
first in a series of 4 x 1 Day Workshops
The first in a series of 4 x 1 day Element workshops. This workshop will focus on Water which represents the state of rest in nature like the winter season when everything reaches its maximal decline. The Water Element contains the potential for change and its association with the kidneys and bladder organs will be explored. When water is healthy it can effect the whole of the yin and yang forces in the body and bring about deep vitality and a sense of knowing who you are and how you want to manifest your life.
This workshop will be led by Dan Brierley with Anthony Monteith assisting.
Subsequent workshops will run on
9th April (Wood - led by Dan Brierley and Anthony Monteith assisting);
11th June (Fire - led by Dan Brierley and Anthony Monteith assisting);
10th September (Earth - led by Thalbert Allen and Anthony Monteith assisting)
We will also be running a weekend Metal Element retreat in late Autumn 2011 - details to follow:
Venue: TBC Dublin region.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Price: 75 euros per workshop (or 240euros if all 4 workshops are booked together - 75 euros deposit payable when booking with the balance due on the first workshop)
You can pay securely below using paypal. 7 days notice required for cancellation. Cancellation after this time only refunds 50% of workshop amount. Deposits for all the workshops is payable in advance, balance of the remainder workshops due on the day of workshop one in February 2011.
Elemental Chi Kung is a progressive approach to chi kung that incorporates classic styles and philosophies with modern bodymind and energy concepts. The approach explores body and Chi awareness as a way to deepen into our internal Chi flow through movement, stillness, meditation, and breath. A creative space is sought to allow our essential nature to express itself and bring about transformation. The approach emphasizes the five elements as the foundations of Chi Kung.
Chi Kung is an ancient Chinese form of movement exercise that promotes the flow of Chi (vital energy) through the body.
It translates as ‘energy work’ in English and comprises exercises for stretching and mobilising the body and joints, breathing techniques, slow movement exercises, static postures, special walking methods and meditation. With time and dedicated practice an easy and effortless quality emerges.
Chi is the body’s vital energy which Chi Kung builds up to establish a physiological and psychological harmony. Most of the theory behind Chi Kung is common to Chinese Medicine with which it has a traditional link. Chi Kung is also associated with Taoist and Buddhist philosophies and practices, particularly Taoist.
Chi Kung generally does not have complex ‘forms’. Chi Kung movements are simple. Each action aims to move Chi in a specific way. The movements often take their inspiration from the movement of animals and nature and can look quite beautiful. Sometimes the movements follow energy channels in the body and sometimes they orient around internal organs or parts of the body. The aim in all the movements is to increase the flow of Chi through the mind and body.
watch for www.chikung.ie coming shortly.
I am excited to announce I have secured 4 days of training in Chi Kung and focusing on the elements of Water, Wood, Fire and Earth.
A Metal workshop may follow later as a transformation retreat in a location to be revealed later. This will be a 2-3 day retreat.
12th February - Water Element Workshop -
first in a series of 4 x 1 Day Workshops
The first in a series of 4 x 1 day Element workshops. This workshop will focus on Water which represents the state of rest in nature like the winter season when everything reaches its maximal decline. The Water Element contains the potential for change and its association with the kidneys and bladder organs will be explored. When water is healthy it can effect the whole of the yin and yang forces in the body and bring about deep vitality and a sense of knowing who you are and how you want to manifest your life.
This workshop will be led by Dan Brierley with Anthony Monteith assisting.
Subsequent workshops will run on
9th April (Wood - led by Dan Brierley and Anthony Monteith assisting);
11th June (Fire - led by Dan Brierley and Anthony Monteith assisting);
10th September (Earth - led by Thalbert Allen and Anthony Monteith assisting)
We will also be running a weekend Metal Element retreat in late Autumn 2011 - details to follow:
Venue: TBC Dublin region.
Time: 10am to 5pm
Price: 75 euros per workshop (or 240euros if all 4 workshops are booked together - 75 euros deposit payable when booking with the balance due on the first workshop)
You can pay securely below using paypal. 7 days notice required for cancellation. Cancellation after this time only refunds 50% of workshop amount. Deposits for all the workshops is payable in advance, balance of the remainder workshops due on the day of workshop one in February 2011.
Elemental Chi Kung is a progressive approach to chi kung that incorporates classic styles and philosophies with modern bodymind and energy concepts. The approach explores body and Chi awareness as a way to deepen into our internal Chi flow through movement, stillness, meditation, and breath. A creative space is sought to allow our essential nature to express itself and bring about transformation. The approach emphasizes the five elements as the foundations of Chi Kung.
Chi Kung is an ancient Chinese form of movement exercise that promotes the flow of Chi (vital energy) through the body.
It translates as ‘energy work’ in English and comprises exercises for stretching and mobilising the body and joints, breathing techniques, slow movement exercises, static postures, special walking methods and meditation. With time and dedicated practice an easy and effortless quality emerges.
Chi is the body’s vital energy which Chi Kung builds up to establish a physiological and psychological harmony. Most of the theory behind Chi Kung is common to Chinese Medicine with which it has a traditional link. Chi Kung is also associated with Taoist and Buddhist philosophies and practices, particularly Taoist.
Chi Kung generally does not have complex ‘forms’. Chi Kung movements are simple. Each action aims to move Chi in a specific way. The movements often take their inspiration from the movement of animals and nature and can look quite beautiful. Sometimes the movements follow energy channels in the body and sometimes they orient around internal organs or parts of the body. The aim in all the movements is to increase the flow of Chi through the mind and body.
watch for www.chikung.ie coming shortly.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Meditation & Chi Kung day November 7th
"Stillness in Motion and Motion in Stillness"
Hi All,
as we approach the winter period, the ancient Taoists & Buddhists realised the importance of conserving energy, consolidating strength,healing old injuries, and strengthening the immune system.
Chi Kung is used to stir the internal energy and meditation was utilised to settle the energy and still the mind. Creating a potent mix.
In combination Chi Kung & Meditation work as an amazing internal alchemy, to enhance will power and gain internal balance.
So with that in mind I invite you to join us in a day of Meditation and Chi Kung at Pure Health:
Date: 7th Nov (10am to 3:30pm)
Venue: Francini Suite, Dunboyne Castle, Dublin 15
Cost: €55
Instructors: Anthony Monteith (Chi Kung) & Suzanne McKenna (Meditation)
BOOK YOUR PLACE ONLINE BELOW:-
NOW FULL
NOW FULL _ NO MORE PLACES AVAILABLE>>>>>>
THE NEXT SEMINAR WILL BE IN JAN 2011
Hi All,
as we approach the winter period, the ancient Taoists & Buddhists realised the importance of conserving energy, consolidating strength,healing old injuries, and strengthening the immune system.
Chi Kung is used to stir the internal energy and meditation was utilised to settle the energy and still the mind. Creating a potent mix.
In combination Chi Kung & Meditation work as an amazing internal alchemy, to enhance will power and gain internal balance.
So with that in mind I invite you to join us in a day of Meditation and Chi Kung at Pure Health:
Date: 7th Nov (10am to 3:30pm)
Venue: Francini Suite, Dunboyne Castle, Dublin 15
Cost: €55
Instructors: Anthony Monteith (Chi Kung) & Suzanne McKenna (Meditation)
BOOK YOUR PLACE ONLINE BELOW:-
NOW FULL
NOW FULL _ NO MORE PLACES AVAILABLE>>>>>>
THE NEXT SEMINAR WILL BE IN JAN 2011
Friday, August 27, 2010
A Day of Chi Kung at the Castle!
Workshop Instructor: Dan Brierley
Assistant Instructor: Anthony Monteith
DATE: 9th October 2010 (Saturday)
Venue: Dunboyne Castle Hotel, Dunboyne, Co Meath.
Location: Francini Suite
Time: 10am to 4.30pm
Cost €65 euros per person
€55 for Students and early booking (before 18th Sept 2010)
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
The day workshop will include breathing techniques to help bring balance to mind and body.
Some standing “Nei Kung” forms to strengthen and align the body's energetic pathways.
Followed some classical moving Chi Kung to help promote the flow of Chi and to encourage balance and support health.
PAY BELOW USING PAY-PAL - secure online payment system
SORRY NO MORE PLACES LEFT
WORKSHOP NOW FULL!!!!!!!!!
WORKSHOP NOW FULL!!!!!!!!!
WORKSHOP NOW FULL!!!!!!!!!
Next workshop will be in NOVEMBER 2010
Please send email to amonteith@gmail.com to register on waiting list incase of cancellations.
Assistant Instructor: Anthony Monteith
DATE: 9th October 2010 (Saturday)
Venue: Dunboyne Castle Hotel, Dunboyne, Co Meath.
Location: Francini Suite
Time: 10am to 4.30pm
Cost €65 euros per person
€55 for Students and early booking (before 18th Sept 2010)
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
The day workshop will include breathing techniques to help bring balance to mind and body.
Some standing “Nei Kung” forms to strengthen and align the body's energetic pathways.
Followed some classical moving Chi Kung to help promote the flow of Chi and to encourage balance and support health.
PAY BELOW USING PAY-PAL - secure online payment system
SORRY NO MORE PLACES LEFT
WORKSHOP NOW FULL!!!!!!!!!
WORKSHOP NOW FULL!!!!!!!!!
WORKSHOP NOW FULL!!!!!!!!!
Next workshop will be in NOVEMBER 2010
Please send email to amonteith@gmail.com to register on waiting list incase of cancellations.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Dan Brierley Chi Kung (Qi Gong) Seminar @ Pure Health August 22nd 2010
Hi all,
I am very privileged to announce the arrival of Dan Brierley from the Elemental Chi Kung school based the world over. Dan is a director of the College and teaches a unique style of Chi Kung (qi gong) which has its roots in the five elements of Taoist Philosophy.
He will teach you the basic postures, stances, movements, stretches and joint opening exercises that can lead to to a lifetime of good health.
Dan is a leader in his field and is an acclaimed Cranio Sacral Therapist also.
I am proud to have him as a teacher - his Chi Kung is smooth, fluid and powerful.
If you would like to spend a day learning how to be fluid, smooth and powerful - then book your place today.
The cost of the seminar is €65 euros - and early bird of €55 is available upto the 10th August.
Please book below using Paypal - (you don't need a paypal account to pay).
I am very privileged to announce the arrival of Dan Brierley from the Elemental Chi Kung school based the world over. Dan is a director of the College and teaches a unique style of Chi Kung (qi gong) which has its roots in the five elements of Taoist Philosophy.
He will teach you the basic postures, stances, movements, stretches and joint opening exercises that can lead to to a lifetime of good health.
Dan is a leader in his field and is an acclaimed Cranio Sacral Therapist also.
I am proud to have him as a teacher - his Chi Kung is smooth, fluid and powerful.
If you would like to spend a day learning how to be fluid, smooth and powerful - then book your place today.
The cost of the seminar is €65 euros - and early bird of €55 is available upto the 10th August.
Please book below using Paypal - (you don't need a paypal account to pay).
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Chi Kung Workshop - Earth Element Introduction - 18th July 2010
The next Chi Kung Workshop is the first in the series of 5 workshops. This first is focusing on the element of EARTH. Earth being the element of support, groundedness, and connection. This workshop will help balance all your energies, create strength in the body, and improve digestive function.
The workshop will be held at
PURE HEALTH,9a Main Street, Ongar, Dublin 15 (01 4404343)
on the 18th July from 10am till 4.30pm.
Fee: €55 euros (see below as some discounts applicable)
For those of you wishing to secure your spot (remember I limit this to 8 places each time) then please go below to book in advance (there are a couple of options this time)
The workshop will be held at
PURE HEALTH,9a Main Street, Ongar, Dublin 15 (01 4404343)
on the 18th July from 10am till 4.30pm.
Fee: €55 euros (see below as some discounts applicable)
For those of you wishing to secure your spot (remember I limit this to 8 places each time) then please go below to book in advance (there are a couple of options this time)
Monday, May 24, 2010
Chi Kung Workshop - Clearing the Central Channels -20th June 2010
Hi Guys,
the next workshop for Chi Kung is Sunday 20th June (10.00-4.30pm).
In this next workshop we will be working the central channels of the body - the focus is to enhance the flow of energy to the mind.
There will be a series of standing, moving, and walking postures again. Follwed by central meditation practice.
Here is the paypal link below to book your place:
(I am offering a discount for multiple places booked as an incentive)
the next workshop for Chi Kung is Sunday 20th June (10.00-4.30pm).
In this next workshop we will be working the central channels of the body - the focus is to enhance the flow of energy to the mind.
There will be a series of standing, moving, and walking postures again. Follwed by central meditation practice.
Here is the paypal link below to book your place:
(I am offering a discount for multiple places booked as an incentive)
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