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MSS Workshops, Retreats, and Events for 2012-2013

Energy. Flow. Change. This is what our inner and outer universe is made of, expresses, and brings into manifestation. Whether or not we are conscious of these basic movements, they are there. Applying it daily life leads us to music, yoga, dance, self-expression, searching, and attempting to unravel these very mysteries. What a ride!

I use humor, music, and movement, in all I do. Even mediation has an inner movement and an expansion. I know a guy who spent a few years in an ashram so he could get into a zen mode of doing dishes. There is peace in the middle of chaos, if we just, but breathe.
I search for special places for the retreats I give. They must resonate highly, and hold a space for learning, lots of laughing, and connection to Nature.

The workshops include vegetarian cooking, dance, the Power of Sound Vibration, sacred ceremonies, yoga intensives, energy boundaries, understanding vibrational remedies, chakra balancing, dance, and just being grounded.

Policy changes: All workshops have minimum requirements for participation which must be met 5 weeks before the date or it will be cancelled. There is a maximum limit as well. Deposits are non-refundable (unless the event is cancelled), with full payment due 5 weeks prior to the event. If something unexpected arrives, your payment, minus deposit, will be returned if it is before the 5 week prior deadline. The sooner I know, the sooner I can make reservations to accommodate you. Checks can be made to Morning Star Shines. I have discontinued use of Pay Pal for workshops.

January 22, 2012: Sound Vibration Workshop, 2-4pm

All sounds have vibration and meaning. This workshop will explore the power behind the vowel sounds that we hear in many indigenous chanting. There will be a brief presentation, and then we will end recording what we sing. Learn the power behind the basic sounds we make.

NOTE: I find it interesting that the latest Yoga Journal just included the "power of sound" in an article. I have been teaching this workshop for more than 20years. Once a friend told me "East Indian, West Indian, same Indian, same Song"....

Great for personal healing and steadiness of thought. A sound meditation (no pun intended). Write to register at: mostar@me.com

Fee: Offering*

*What is an offering? It is the Native American tradition of giving something in return for a service that is usually spiritually healing in essence. You look into your heart and ask what is an appropriate energy exchange. Also a little tobacco is given as it represents gratitude.

March 24: 3rd Annual Deckasana One Day yoga Retreat. 9-5pm

This has become a tradition where we arrive at a local home, hosted by generous owners and do yoga overlooking the Diablo Valley and Mt. Diablo. There will be standing poses, partner poses, pranayama, chakra balances, arm balances, a pot luck lunch, and small social at the end. This is hosted by George and Julie, and the environment is lovely. There is also quiet time, laughter, wiggle, and handouts for home practice. Fee: $80. Limit:15.

This fills up fast, so reserve your space ASAP (write at mostar@me.com).

April 21: Spring Food Fest! 4:45-8pm.

All things fresh and vegetarian come together for a magnificent and healthy feast. Menu TBA. Fee: $35 per person $60 per couple. Rain or shine.

July 9: Personal Boundaries Workshop

October 5-7. Fourth Annual San Damiano Yoga/Nature Retreat

Come for retreat, repose, relax, mediation, wiggle, and lots of yoga. There will be restorative yoga, personal time, massage opportunities, reflection, and of course, asana practice. The general level is intermediate, but advanced beginners and beginners are welcome with some restriction to the more advanced portion of the practice. I have found that everyone was happy with these alternatives, and everyone got lots of yoga. These are intense times. Take a little time for yourself.

Single: $385, Shared room $335. Deposit: $100 non-refundable, and all balances due by September 1, 2012.

Give yourself a treat now!