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from India, Tibet & China is currently touring the world. In all, there are 3,000 relics in this collection including those offered to the tour by His Holiness the Dalai Lama which are more than 2,600 years old, a collection from the Sakya Reliquary in Tibet and also from Meiktila Museum in Burma. “When these individuals were alive, they were practicing universal values: unconditional love, compassion, patience. Those qualities don’t belong to any one kind of religion. It is universal,” said Thubten Norbu, a Buddhist nun and one of the tour managers. The Tour has visited 68 countries and 2.5 million people have viewed the relics to date. The purpose of the tour is to share the sacred relics to create community gatherings focused on loving kindness and openness with the goal of fostering local and global harmony. Tour Manager Amanda Russell says, “Nearly everyone reports some kind of change or shift, whether it is releasing physical or emotional pain or experiencing a profound sense of peace.” This free exhibit will be on display at Phap Vu Buddhist Cultural Center, 716 N. Dean Road, Orlando, 32825. Hours: Friday, Nov 20: 7:00 - 9:00 pm, Opening ceremony followed by relic viewing; Sat and Sun, Nov 21 and 22: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, relic viewing. For more info, email Cindy at:
pvcentre@att.net or visit:
www.MaitreyaLovingKindnessTour.com
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aitreya Loving Kindness Tour, a free public exhibition of ancient and sacred relics of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni and 44 other Buddhist masters
Reduce Stress Now and Enjoy the Holidays
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he holiday season
is quickly approaching, and Don Shetterly can help you manage stress. “If you don’t deal with stress, stress will deal with you,” explains Don Shetterly, a Central Florida resident and founder of Somatosync. Shetterly is holding a free
hether you have an established sitting practice or if you’re just beginning to meditate, come to New World Wellness for an interactive session exploring
traditional and modern meditation strategies, techniques and perspectives. This special workshop will be led by Daniel Logan, who has studied Buddhist meditation for over twenty years and currently sits with the Orlando Insight Meditation Group and is an active member of its Teacher Mentoring Group. Research has now proven that Meditation practice may reduce mental and emotional challenges and increase a sense of peace, wellness, and vitality. Held at New World Wellness in Kissimmee on Saturday, December 5 (2:00-4:30pm), the cost is $20. Reserve your space today by calling 407-847-8792 or for more info, visit:
www.wellnessdowntown.com
Thanksgiving weekend, the Florida School of Holistic Living in Orlando will offer two classes to help you connect with your creative spirit, and make healthy gifts for the holidays.
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Saturday, November 28: Join Vicki Braun to learn how to make your own Kombucha—a yummy, healthy gift for family and friends. Learn about all the fl avors and varieties to personalize a great probiotic brew. 10a-Noon, $35 includes Scoby Culture, starter tea and a full recipe booklet.
Sunday November 29: Two separate times (1-4p or 5-8p) will be offered for the popular Herbal Holiday Gift-making Class. You’ll play through different stations making herbal gifts to share with friends—Six herbal gifts will be included plus a recipe booklet covering 15 gift ideas. $35.
workshop in Altamonte Springs on Saturday, November 14 at 2:00 pm. Learn how the mind and body connect physically, emotionally and mentally... and how it is possible to tap into the power to heal yourself. “It’s my hope that people will come out feeling something in their body—connecting , instead of numbing,” he says. “Through that connecting and feeling, they’ll fi nd a greater possibility of what can exist in life. We can turn chronic pain and chronic situations (such as anxiety and depression) into something that frees the body.” The workshop will feature simple exercises, along with a presentation and the sharing of life experiences. “Bring an open mind, and all your baggage,” says Shetterly.
ost will agree: unique gifts that are handmade are the most appreciated. Skip the malls this season, and make your own holiday gifts! This
In addition to being a licensed massage therapist, Don is an author and recording artist, and has appeared on Dr. Drew and Oprah. His life experiences, which include overcoming Conversion Disorder and paralysis, give him a fi rst-hand understanding of what stress and trauma can do to a body. Since seating is limited, call today or email to reserve your spot at this free workshop. Contact Don through Somatosync, 407-741-3196 or email
info@somatosync.com
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