Awakened Heart, Embodied Mind:
a journey towards wholeness and healing for the body, mind and spirit.
With Hala Khouri, M.A. E-RYT and Julian Walker E-RYT

November 25-30, 2012
Esalen Institute, Big Sur
www.esalen.org to register

In the rich tradition of Esalen as a growing-edge forum for human potential esteemed teachers Hala Khouri and Julian Walker present this transformative and integrative journey into the possibilities of 21st century spirituality.

The schedule will include morning meditation , yoga, and ecstatic dance classes; and afternoon information sessions to create context for the experiential practices. We will explore somatic psychology and neuroscience to deepen and accelerate growth and healing, and an energetic map of the mind-body connection that brings the chakra system alive as a powerful tool for self-awareness.

Hala and Julian area a dynamic pair, each offering their distinct style of teaching and sharing, creating a well-rounded workshop that is nurturing and grounded as well as ecstatic and extraordinary!

The ecstatic poetry of Rumi, Kabir, Hafez, Mirabai, Lala and Walt Whimtan, as well as luminous wisdom from the newly translated tantric text: The Radiance Sutra, will light the way. Techniques from Somatic Experiencing and depth psychology perspectives will guide the process.

Julian Walker is a mind-body healer, yoga, meditation and ecstatic dance teacher, DJ, musician and writer who invites you into discovering the sacred where you stand.

Hala Khouri M.A. is a yoga teacher, somatic therapist, and mother who believes that we all have a natural ability to heal and flourish and be liberated from our past wounds.