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PranaShanti Newsletter
"Living a Life of Peace"
March 2008
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Health & Yoga Tips |
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Here are links to some of the recently published Tips:
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Rogers TV - "Daytime Ottawa" with Alison |
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Watch for Alison (Devinder Kaur)appearing as a regular monthly guest on the Rogers Cable TV Program "Daytime Ottawa".
Alison will be providing monthly yoga and health tips live on "Daytime Ottawa", Tuesday, March 11, 2008.
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What Mark Will You Leave? |
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 Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote a poem on success. In it he said, "leave the world a bit better." That line has always stuck with me. So how do you do it? How do you "leave the world a bit better?" Big or small, simple or complex, your choice, here's a few ideas:
-Give a percent of your income away to a charity to make your community better.
-Help out at a local community event.
-Save a % of your income to pass down to your family.
-Get involved in politics and play a role in our country's future.
-Purchase locally produced goods and buy from local vendors.
-Promote local businesses on your website or blog. |
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New Yoga Studio ~ "Yoga & Tea" is Opening Soon |
 My dear friend, Nina Sidhu, is just about to open her new Yoga Centre in the village of Carp.
If you live in the far west end or know someone who does, please spread the word.
Nina is keeping the tradition of tea and cookies after class going at her centre, hence the name.
I hope you have the opportunity to check our her website, Yoga & Tea and even take in some classes or workshops. |
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Meditation Anyone? |
Who could resist wanting to meditate in this cozy quinzee (snow hut)? Heated by just candles, it is warm and inviting. Hey, when you live in Ottawa, this is a great way to meditate in the Winter!
This photo is courtesy of Spencer Sloan, yogi, meditator and builder of this quinzee in his backyard.
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Greetings Yogis and Yoginis!
Although it may not feel like it right now, Spring will soon be here. This month marks a number of springtime changes; the vernal equinox and daylight savings, just to name two.
Because of these changes we will soon have brighter evenings, a later sunset on the spring equinox and temperatures will be a bit warmer later in the day. Without being too much like a weather reporter, it all sounds good after our long snowy winter.
But what if we didn't change the clocks forward or back at all during the year. How would we feel, what would be the impact to our lives? It's an interesting thought as many people and groups debate the pros and cons of the time change.
Wishing you a Happy St. Patrick's Day, a Happy Easter, a Happy Holi and an easy adjustment to the time change!
In gratitude,
Alison Finney/Devinder Kaur
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Snatam Kaur Live in Concert ~ Friday, March 14, 2008 |
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Join an evening of uplifting music that truly inspires peace. Through her deep devotion to the Divine, Snatam Kaur delivers a heart opening performance that combines musical traditions of East and West. Her enchanting voice will bring you an experience of peace to cherish.
Friday March 14th starting at 7:30pm (doors open at 7:00pm)
Location: The Church of St-John the Evangelist on the corner of Somerset and Elgin, Ottawa, ON
Ticket prices from $25-$35+gst
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Recipe: Kick Butt Molasses Cookies |
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 The name is so right for these cookies. This is a new favorite of mine. Chewy texture and a great bold flavours!
1 cup brown sugar
¾ cup canola oil or any liquid vegetable shortening
¼ cup Molasses
3 tablespoons egg substitute
2 ¼ cups unbleached all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons unbleached Vegan sugar.
Directions: Heat oven to 325F. Mix brown sugar, oil, molasses and egg substitute in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Stir in the rest of the ingredients except the Vegan sugar.
Make tablespoon size balls of dough and roll in the Vegan sugar. Then place 1-2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
Bake for 13-16 minutes or until set (appears dry) allow to cool on a wire rack.
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Gong Meditation & Relaxation ~ Sunday, March 2, 2008 |
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The sound of the gong creates deep relaxation; it releases you from your thoughts. Nothing compares to the gong's ability to create sound that brings us to a state of harmony.
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Cost: Class card or Drop-In Fee
What to bring: Yoga mat, blanket/shawl, cushion and show up early!
Location: Rama Lotus Yoga Centre, 340 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON, 613-234-7974.
Yogi Tea & cookies served after class.
What people are saying after Gong Meditations:
"I had the best night's sleep! Thank you! (LL)"
"The only thing that stops my mind so I can deeply relax is the Gong. (LD)"
"I can't believe I was able to relax for the entire time. My mind is so clear now. Thanks. (CT)"
"Wow! I'm not sure if I feel asleep or not during the Gong playing, but I do know I feel great! (MH)" |
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Crescent Moon Yoga & Meditation ~ Tuesday, March 18, 2008 |
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Join Alison (Devinder Kaur) for this special class that calls upon the transforming energy of the Waxing Moon. During this time the energy of the body moves into the higher chakras. This is the time to bring new things, new people or new relationships into your life or to accelerate the progress of your special projects.
This date is also 11 days after the New Moon. Yogi Bhajan taught that this is the day when you are in balance and the glandular system readjusts itself.
During this class we will use the tools of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation to tap into this energy to help bring change harmoniously into your life.
Relax with a 45 minute Gong Meditation.
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Cost: Class card or Drop-In Fee
What to bring: Yoga mat, blanket/shawl, cushion and show up early!
Location: Rama Lotus Yoga Centre, 340 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON, 613-234-7974. | |
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Soothing & Sacred Sounds by Devinder Kaur |
 "Echo" is a beautiful combination of guided relaxation and meditations for peace of heart and mind. Devinder Kaur's soothing voice leads you into a seated posture or corpse pose relaxation with pranayam and a softly chanted Guru Ram Das mantra.
The accompanying instrumentation of harmonium, gong, and overtone vocals further guide you into a deep state of relaxation. The 3 Gong relaxation meditations are designed for peace of heart (heart chakra and mind (ajna and crown chakra) to bring relaxation and self-healing.
 "Guru" expands the Guru Ram Das Mantra in the guided relaxation on "Echo" into a 62 minute 'vintage' version with additional vocal layers and soft wood flute.
A beautiful CD to easily chant along to and meditate with.
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Upcoming Events |
- Gong Meditation with Alison (Devinder Kaur), Sunday, March 2, 2008, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Ottawa, Ontario, www.ottawayoga.com
- Holistic World Expo, March 14-16, 2008, Metro Tornoto Convention Centre, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.holisticworld.org
- Snatam Kaur in Concert, Friday, March 14, 2008, 7:30 PM, The Church of St John The Evangelist, 154 Somerset Street West, Ottawa, Ontario, tickets available at Rama Lotus Yoga Centre or www.spiritvoyage.com or at the door.
- Workshop with GuruGanesha Singh, Saturday, March 15, 2008, 10:30 AM, Orleans, Ontario, www.adishaktiyogacentre.com
- "Dawn the Age of Aquarius" Course, March 15 and 16, 2008, Part One and Part Two, with Guru Fatha Singh, UofT Multifaith Centre, Toronto, Ontario, 416-888-8535.
- Snatam Kaur in Concert, Sunday, March 16, 2008, 7:00 PM, Eastminster United Church, 310 Danforth Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, tickets at www.spiritvoyage.com or at the door.
- Crescent Moon Yoga & Gong Meditation with Alison (Devinder Kaur), Tuesday, March 18, 2008, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, Ottawa, Ontario, www.ottawayoga.com
- Double Gong Meditation with Alison (Devinder Kaur) and Lise (Ram Das), Sunday, March 30, 2008, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, Orleans, Ontario, www.adishaktiyogacentre.com
- New Moon Yoga and Meditation with Alison (Devinder Kaur), Sunday, April 6, 2008, 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM, Ottawa, Ontario, www.ottawayoga.com
- Full Moon Yoga and Meditation with Alison (Devinder Kaur), Sunday, April 20, 2008, 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM, Ottawa, Ontario, www.ottawayoga.com
- 2008 Yoga Conference and Show, April 24-28, 2008, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.theyogaconference.com
- 2008 White Tantric Yoga - One Day Meditation Workshop, May 10, 2008, Toronto, Ontario, http://www.whitetantricyoga.com/
- Children's Yoga Training, "Heart and Soul Work with Children Course (RCY Level 3)" with Shakta Kaur Khalsa, May 10-11, 2008, North Bay, Ontario, http://childrensyoga.com/teachers_sched.htm
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Sat Nam, Namaste. Please remember that it is each individual's responsibility to consult with a physician or medical professional prior to and regarding their participation in the individual / group classes / workshops and information offered. Engagement in any and all physical movement, exercises, or yoga is done at your own risk. You assume all risk and full responsibility of injury, illness, damage or loss to your person or property that might result.
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