<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0"
	xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"
	xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"
	xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"
	xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"
	xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/"
	xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/"
	>

<channel>
	<title>The Monroe Institute</title>
	<atom:link href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" />
	<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org</link>
	<description>Welcome Graduates and Newcomers</description>
	<lastBuildDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:19:18 +0000</lastBuildDate>
	<generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4</generator>
	<language>en</language>
	<sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod>
	<sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency>
			<item>
		<title>Gateway Voyage:  Nov. 28 &#8211; Dec. 4, 2010, Brasil</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/gateway-voyage-nov-28-dec-4-2010-brasil/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/gateway-voyage-nov-28-dec-4-2010-brasil/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:29:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Monroe Institute</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Monroe Institute]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[brasil]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[deborah sachs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[gateway voyage]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[november]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=2246</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Programa Residencial Gateway Voyage no Brasil
Data: 28 de Novembro  a  4 de Dezembro de 2010
Local: Casa de Retiros Padre Anchieta
Rua Capuri, 1500 (São Conrado)
Rio de Janeiro -  RJ  -   22.610-310
Tel/Fax: (21) 3322-3069

Inscrição com a instrutora de cursos: Deborah Sachs (Residential Trainer)
Tel: (21) 3325-4887
]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child "><strong>Programa Residencial Gateway Voyage no Brasil</strong><br />
<strong>Data</strong>: 28 de Novembro  a  4 de Dezembro de 2010<br />
<strong>Local</strong>: Casa de Retiros Padre Anchieta<br />
Rua Capuri, 1500 (São Conrado)<br />
Rio de Janeiro -  RJ  -   22.610-310<br />
Tel/Fax: (21) 3322-3069<br />
<strong><br />
Inscrição com a instrutora de cursos</strong>: Deborah Sachs (Residential Trainer)</p>
<p>Tel: (21) 3325-4887</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/gateway-voyage-nov-28-dec-4-2010-brasil/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Awakening</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/awakening/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/awakening/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 02:07:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Skip</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Monroe Institute]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=2241</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[I just had to share this . . .
Skip Atwater
A spiritual shift is occurring. Many people around the world have found themselves on the verge of something vast, and their experiences can't be explained. This film introduces the awakening and illustrates the unprecedented number of lives affected by this shift.

]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child "><strong>I just had to share this . . .</strong></p>
<p><em>Skip Atwater</em></p>
<blockquote><p><strong>A spiritual shift is occurring. Many people around the world have found themselves on the verge of something vast, and their experiences can't be explained. This film introduces the awakening and illustrates the unprecedented number of lives affected by this shift.</strong></p></blockquote>
<p><object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/QfxkFMKVAz8&#038;hl=en_US&#038;fs=1&#038;"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/QfxkFMKVAz8&#038;hl=en_US&#038;fs=1&#038;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="640" height="385"></embed></object></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/awakening/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>My Big TOE</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/mybigtoe/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/mybigtoe/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:44:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Skip</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Featured]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[News]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=2069</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[At the Professional Seminar scheduled for March 20-24, 2010, the keynote speaker will be physicist and consciousness researcher, Thomas Campbell. Tom is the author of the of the book My Big TOE and one of the original researchers who worked with Bob Monroe. Tom often speaks of the nature of reality in terms of consciousness [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child "><font size="+1">At the Professional Seminar scheduled for March 20-24, 2010, the keynote speaker will be physicist and consciousness researcher, Thomas Campbell. Tom is the author of the of the book <a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/store/my-big-toe-the-complete-trilogy.html"><em>My Big TOE</em></a> and one of the original researchers who worked with Bob Monroe. Tom often speaks of the nature of reality in terms of consciousness and scientifically explains the normal and the paranormal, mind and matter, physics and metaphysics, philosophy and theology.</p>
<p>Take a look at the following video series on YouTube and see what this visionary physicist has to say:</font> </p>
<p><center><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/p/841B0A8A486498C8&#038;hl=en_US&#038;fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/p/841B0A8A486498C8&#038;hl=en_US&#038;fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="480" height="385" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object></center></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/mybigtoe/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>&#8220;The Lady in Blue&#8221;</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/the-lady-in-blue/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/the-lady-in-blue/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:48:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Skip</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Monroe Institute]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=2045</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Years ago I was asked to provide a comment for the publication of a new novel from Javier Sierra called The Lady in Blue. After reading the manuscript, I was thrilled at the opportunity. Here's what I said and what was eventually printed just inside the front cover:
"This fantastic story imparts an alternative, expanded view [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child "><font size="+1">Years ago I was asked to provide a comment for the publication of a new novel from Javier Sierra called <em><a href="http://english.javiersierra.com/presskit.php">The Lady in Blue</a></em>. After reading the manuscript, I was thrilled at the opportunity. Here's what I said and what was eventually printed just inside the front cover:</p>
<blockquote><p><font color="#ff4400">"This fantastic story imparts an alternative, expanded view that we do not usually find in our academic, politically motivated history books. This is what Javier Sierra brings to us in his most recent novel, <em>The Lady in Blue</em>. Read this book before it's made into a screenplay. You will be happy you did."<br />
</font></p></blockquote>
<p>
Javier and I became friends and collaborators on another project and now that project has been released on network television in Spain and on YouTube for the rest of the world to share. It's called "Viajes Fuera del Cuerpo" in Spanish or "Trips Outside the Body" in English.</p>
<p>You can view the entire YouTube Playlist by starting below with the first video:</font></p>
<p><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/p/5E71898852828F58&#038;hl=en_US&#038;fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/p/5E71898852828F58&#038;hl=en_US&#038;fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="480" height="385" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/the-lady-in-blue/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Calling all West Coasters!</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/calling-all-west-coasters/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/calling-all-west-coasters/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:13:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Skip</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Monroe Institute]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=1995</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce that TMI is now offering the Gateway Voyage® in the gorgeous Joshua Tree Retreat Center, Joshua Tree, CA! We will be using the Ding Le Mei House within the retreat center. This is a beautiful desert location with a building by Frank Lloyd Wright and a swimming pool. 
DETAILS:
Sunday, May [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child ">We are pleased to announce that TMI is now offering the Gateway Voyage® in the gorgeous Joshua Tree Retreat Center, Joshua Tree, CA! We will be using the Ding Le Mei House within the retreat center. This is a beautiful desert location with a building by Frank Lloyd Wright and a swimming pool. </p>
<p><strong>DETAILS:</strong></p>
<li>Sunday, May 30 to Saturday, June 5</li>
<li>Price: $1995 in double occupancy room.</li>
<li>Opportunity for single room: $2495 in private room (not private bath). Let us know your preference when your register.</li>
<p><br/><br />
<a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/the-gateway-voyage-joshua-tree-ca/">LEARN MORE</a> about the Gateway Voyage in Joshua Tree.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/store/program-registration/gateway-voyage-registration">REGISTER</a> for the Gateway Voyage in Joshua Tree. </p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/calling-all-west-coasters/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>NEW! Out of Body Exploration Intensive</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/new-out-of-body-exploration-intensive/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/new-out-of-body-exploration-intensive/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:48:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Skip</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Monroe Institute]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=1922</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[This is a four-day intensive focused on the preparation, mindset and methods required to initiate out-of-body experiences. The steps, intention and techniques designed for controlled out-of-body exploration are explored in detail. Each participant will experience a comprehensive array of proven OBE methods including the target technique, inner motion, visualization, chakra and energy body activation. In [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child ">This is a four-day intensive focused on the preparation, mindset and methods required to initiate out-of-body experiences. The steps, intention and techniques designed for controlled out-of-body exploration are explored in detail. Each participant will experience a comprehensive array of proven OBE methods including the target technique, inner motion, visualization, chakra and energy body activation. In addition, hypnotic, shamanic and early morning methods will be practiced.</p>
<p>Over the course of this exciting workshop, you will experience detailed instruction on the vibrational state, control techniques, non physical contact and advanced inner exploration methods. The workshop is based upon the personal experiences and insights gained from <a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/guest_speakers/william-buhlman/">William Buhlman’s</a> thirty-nine years of out-of-body explorations and the feedback obtained from thousands of inner explorers from around the world.</p>
<p>William (Bill) brings a refreshing look to how we can use out-of-body experiences to explore our spiritual identity and enhance our intellectual and physical lives. He is best known for his ability to teach people how to have profound spiritual adventures through the use of out-of-body experiences.</p>
<p>Learn more about the Out of Body Exploration Intensive workshop <a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/out-of-body-exploration-intensive/">here</a>.</p>
<p>    * Register: <a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/store/program-registration/out-of-body-exploration-intensive">Out-of-Body Exploration Intensive Registration</a><br />
    * Very reasonably priced at $1195.<br />(includes meals, lodging, seminar activities, and local transportation)<br />
    * There are no prerequisites for this workshop. <font color="#ff4400">However, Bill strongly recommends that you read his books, <em><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Secret-Soul-Out-Body-Experiences/dp/006251671X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&#038;s=books&#038;qid=1264694754&#038;sr=8-1">The Secret of the Soul</a></em> and <em><a href="http://">Adventures Beyond the Body</a></em>, prior to attending so that you will have the “basics” out of the way and can get on with the experiential part of the workshop.</font></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/new-out-of-body-exploration-intensive/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>6</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>REGIONAL COORDINATOR- OPEN POSITIONS!</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/regional-coordinator-open-positions/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/regional-coordinator-open-positions/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:55:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Monroe Institute</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Community]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Raising Consciousness]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[local chapters]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[regional]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[regional coordinator]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[shaye hudson]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[volunteer]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=1857</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[REGIONAL COORDINATOR- OPEN POSITIONS!
The Monroe Institute Local Chapter Network (LCN) is currently recruiting volunteers to be an integral part of the LCN team as a Regional Coordinator!  We are looking for inspired TMI graduates from across the country who desire to lead and provide support to our regional networks and local chapters.
The purpose of the TMI LCN [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child "><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">REGIONAL COORDINATOR- OPEN POSITIONS!</span></strong></p>
<p>The Monroe Institute Local Chapter Network (LCN) is currently recruiting volunteers to be an integral part of the LCN team as a Regional Coordinator!  We are looking for inspired TMI graduates from across the country who desire to lead and provide support to our regional networks and local chapters.</p>
<p>The purpose of the TMI LCN Regional Network is to facilitate the coordination of regional conferences, retreats, seminars, and special programs. The secondary role is to provide Local Chapter support in the areas of coordinating local outreach facilitation, technology, communication, local chapter and community development.</p>
<p>The TMI LCN has Regional Coordinator openings in each of the following 10 regions in the United States.</p>
<table style="height: 270px;" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="648">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top"><strong>Region 1-New England<br />
</strong>Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont</p>
<p><strong>Region 2 - Northeast</strong><br />
New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania</p>
<p><strong>Region 3 - Mid Atlantic</strong><br />
Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia</p>
<p><strong>Region 4 - Southeast</strong><br />
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands</p>
<p><strong>Region 5 - Upper Midwest</strong><br />
Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin</td>
<td valign="top"><strong>Region 6 - Southwest</strong><br />
Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas</p>
<p><strong>Region 7 - Midwest</strong><br />
Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska</p>
<p><strong>Region 8 - Rocky Mountain</strong><br />
Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming</p>
<p><strong>Region 9 - Western</strong><br />
Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Marshall Islands, and Republic of Palau</p>
<p><strong>Region 10 - Pacific Northwest</strong><br />
Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>REGIONAL COORDINATOR</strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">General Description</span></strong></p>
<p>This volunteer position is responsible for planning, coordination and oversight of all LCN activities within assigned region. The Regional Coordinator provides local chapter and group support in areas that include coordinating local outreach facilitation, technology, communication, local chapter and community development.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Duties</span></strong></p>
<p>§  Plans and oversee all activities including regional conferences, and workshops.</p>
<p>§  Maintains close contact with Local Chapter Coordinators to provide guidance and support</p>
<p>with regard to LCN policies and requirements and to help address any complaints or issues</p>
<p>that may arise.</p>
<p>§  Assists with local chapter development.</p>
<p>§  Maintains the region’s contact database and all records pertinent for the region.</p>
<p>§  Assists with the training of Local Chapter Coordinators.</p>
<p>§  Administers budget for region, if needed.</p>
<p>§  Partners with Regional Advisors to provide specific local chapter support and expertise.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</span></strong></p>
<p>§  Extensive knowledge of TMI policies and procedures relating to LCN.</p>
<p>§  Excellent event planning and coordination skills.</p>
<p>§  Excellent facilitation skills.</p>
<p>§  Knowledge of basic budgeting procedures.</p>
<p>§  Basic computer literacy.</p>
<p>§  Excellent organizational skills.</p>
<p>§  Strong interpersonal and mediation skills.</p>
<p>§  Effective written and oral communication skills.</p>
<p>§  Effective ability to supervise others.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Minimum Hiring Standards</span></strong></p>
<p>Each applicant is required to have completed at least one TMI residential program, must have demonstrated a commitment to TMI’s mission, and possess strong leadership skills.  Strongly prefer applicants who have a flexible schedule and ability to travel throughout the region.</p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Application Deadline*</span></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>February 5th, 2010*</strong></span></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">How to Apply</span></strong></p>
<p>Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to shaye.hudson [@] gmail.com.  Please indicate in the subject line: Regional Coordinator (with region number). No phone calls please.  Thank you!</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/regional-coordinator-open-positions/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>2</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>2nd Local Chapter Retreat! March 12-14, 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/2nd-local-chapter-retreat-march-12-14-2010/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/2nd-local-chapter-retreat-march-12-14-2010/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 21:34:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Monroe Institute</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Community]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[local chapters]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[communications]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership council]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[local chapter development]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[technology]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[volunteer]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=1846</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[TMI will host its second Local Chapter Retreat the weekend of March 12-14 (Friday-Sunday).  Paul Rademacher, Carol Sabick and Laura Davis will join current Local Chapter leaders and TMI volunteers who have been working on the Local Chapter Network organizational structure and guidelines to follow up on the work begun at the LCN retreat last [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child ">TMI will host its second Local Chapter Retreat the weekend of March 12-14 (Friday-Sunday).  Paul Rademacher, Carol Sabick and Laura Davis will join current Local Chapter leaders and TMI volunteers who have been working on the Local Chapter Network organizational structure and guidelines to follow up on the work begun at the LCN retreat last June.  We would like to invite any of you who are interested in forming a TMI group in your community or serving in a leadership role in the Local Chapter Network to join us for this exciting weekend.</p>
<p>The purpose of the retreat is to activate the LCN Committees (Leadership Council, Local Chapter Development, Technology, Communications and more...), share ideas and best practices, and engage you in the next phase of LCN development.</p>
<p>TMI has graciously offered to cover room and board for all retreat participants once again, as well as transportation to and from the airport.</p>
<p>The retreat is already filling up, so to reserve your spot, please email Sue Lotz (<a href="mailto:sue.lotz@monroeinstitute.org" target="_blank">sue.lotz@monroeinstitute.org</a>)</p>
<div>
To help you plan your trip:<br />
Check-in time for Nancy Penn will be at 4:00 p.m. so that housekeeping staff will have time to properly prepare rooms Check-in time for Robert's Mtn. Retreat is no earlier than noon. Airport pick-up will run as usual (which I believe begins at noon on the March 12th). If you arrive before 4:00 p.m. at the Nancy Penn, please gather in the Fox Den until the rooms are ready. On Sunday, March 14th, our meeting will end after lunch (around 1:00 p.m.). You are encouraged to try to make an effort to stay until noon, if possible, although we understand that sometimes flight schedules aren't as accommodating as we'd like.</p>
<p>We look forward to meeting you!</p>
<p>Allyn Evans, Shaye Hudson, Viki Atkinson and Pam Boyer<br />
TMI LCN Leadership Committee</p></div>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/2nd-local-chapter-retreat-march-12-14-2010/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>2</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>The Awakening</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/the-awakening/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/the-awakening/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Jan 2010 15:54:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Skip</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Monroe Institute]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=1827</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A time comes in your life when you finally get . . . when, in the midst of all your fears and insanity, you stop dead in your tracks and somewhere the voice inside your head cries out . . . ENOUGH! Enough fighting and crying and blaming and struggling to hold on. Then, like [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child ">A time comes in your life when you finally get . . . when, in the midst of all your fears and insanity, you stop dead in your tracks and somewhere the voice inside your head cries out . . . ENOUGH! Enough fighting and crying and blaming and struggling to hold on. Then, like a child quieting down after a tantrum, you blink back your tears and begin to look at the world through new eyes.</p>
<p>This is your awakening.</p>
<p>You realize it’s time to stop hoping and waiting for something to change, or for happiness, safety and security to magically appear over the next horizon.</p>
<p>You realize that in the real world there aren’t always fairy tale endings, and that any guarantee of “happily ever after” must begin with you . . . and in the process a sense of serenity is born of acceptance.</p>
<p>You awaken to the fact that you are not perfect and that not everyone will always love, appreciate or approve of who or what you are . . . and that’s OK. They are entitled to their own views and opinions.</p>
<p>You learn the importance of loving and championing yourself . . . and in the process a sense of new found confidence is born of self-approval.</p>
<p>Your stop complaining and blaming other people for the things they did to you – or didn’t do for you – and you learn that the only thing you can really count on is the unexpected.</p>
<p>You learn that people don’t always say what they mean or mean what they say and that not everyone will always be there for you and everything isn’t always about you.</p>
<p>So, you learn to stand on your own and to take care of yourself . . . and in the process a sense of safety and security is born of self-reliance.</p>
<p>You stop judging and pointing fingers and you begin to accept people as they are and to overlook their shortcomings and human frailties . . . and in the process a sense of peace and contentment is born of forgiveness.</p>
<p>You learn to open up to new worlds and different points of view. You begin reassessing and redefining who you are and what you really stand for.</p>
<p>You learn the difference between wanting and needing and you begin to discard the doctrines and values you’ve outgrown, or should never have bought into to begin with.</p>
<p>You learn that there is power and glory in creating and contributing and you stop maneuvering through life merely as a “consumer” looking for you next fix.</p>
<p>You learn that principles such as honesty and integrity are not the outdated ideals of a bygone era, but the mortar that holds together the foundation upon which you must build a life.</p>
<p>You learn that you don’t know everything, it’s not you job to save the world and that you can’t teach a pig to sing. You learn the only cross to bear is the one you choose to carry and that martyrs get burned at the stake.</p>
<p>Then you learn about love. You learn to look at relationships as they really are and not as you would have them be. You learn that alone does not mean lonely.</p>
<p>You stop trying to control people, situations and outcomes. You learn to distinguish between guilt and responsibility and the importance of setting boundaries and learning to say NO.</p>
<p>You also stop working so hard at putting your feelings aside, smoothing things over and ignoring your needs.</p>
<p>You learn that your body really is your temple. You begin to care for it and treat it with respect. You begin to eat a balanced diet, drinking more water, and take more time to exercise.</p>
<p>You learn that being tired fuels doubt, fear, and uncertainty and so you take more time to rest. And, just food fuels the body, laughter fuels our soul. So you take more time to laugh and to play.</p>
<p>You learn that, for the most part, you get in life what you deserve, and that much of life truly is a self-fulfilling prophecy.</p>
<p>You learn that anything worth achieving is worth working for and that wishing for something to happen is different than working toward making it happen.</p>
<p>More importantly, you learn that in order to achieve success you need direction, discipline and perseverance. You learn that no one can do it all alone, and that it’s OK to risk asking for help.</p>
<p>You learn the only thing you must truly fear is fear itself. You learn to step right into and through your fears because you know that whatever happens you can handle it and to give in to fear is to give away the right to live life on your own terms.</p>
<p>You learn to fight for your life and not to squander it living under a cloud of impending doom.</p>
<p>You learn that life isn’t always fair, you don’t always get what you think you deserve and that sometimes bad things happen to unsuspecting, good people . . . and you lean not to always take it personally.</p>
<p>You learn that nobody’s punishing you and everything isn’t always somebody’s fault. It’s just life happening. You learn to admit when you are wrong and to build bridges instead of walls.</p>
<p>You lean that negative feelings such as anger, envy and resentment must be understood and redirected or they will suffocate the life out of you and poison the universe that surrounds you.</p>
<p>You learn to be thankful and to take comfort in many of the simple things we take for granted, things that millions of people upon the earth can only dream about: a full refrigerator, clean running water, a soft warm bed, a long hot shower.</p>
<p>Then, you begin to take responsibility for yourself by yourself and you make yourself a promise to never betray yourself and to never, ever settle for less than you heart’s desire.</p>
<p>You make it a point to keep smiling, to keep trusting, and to stay open to every wonderful possibility.</p>
<p>You hang a wind chime outside your window so you can listen to the wind.</p>
<p>Finally, with courage in you heart, you take a stand, you take a deep breath, and you begin to design the life you want to live as best as you can.</p>
<p>(Author unknown)</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/the-awakening/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>8</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Start off the New Year with an Excursion Workshop!</title>
		<link>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/start-off-the-new-year-with-an-excursion-workshop/</link>
		<comments>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/start-off-the-new-year-with-an-excursion-workshop/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:01:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Monroe Institute</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Outreach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[beth haley]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[canadian travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[excursion workshop]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[international outreach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[january]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[nanton canada]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Paul Elder]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[weekend getaway]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.monroeinstitute.org/?p=1815</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The new year is an excellent time to start making changes both big and small in your life.  To start the year off on a positive note and begin laying the foundation for a year that will be full of new discovery, consider finding a TMI Excursion Workshop near you!  In January, Beth [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first-child ">The new year is an excellent time to start making changes both big and small in your life.  To start the year off on a positive note and begin laying the foundation for a year that will be full of new discovery, consider finding a TMI Excursion Workshop near you!  In January, Beth Haley and <a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/outreach/paul-elder/">Paul Elder</a> have just announced that they will be conducting an Excursion Workshop in Nanton, Canada.  The workshop will be from January 15-17, 2010 at the Little House Country Bed &#038; Breakfast. For those of you in Canada, this is a great way to begin or supplement your exploration with The Monroe Institute!  Contact Beth via email at bethhaley [@] gmail.com to register.  </p>
<p>For more information about this excursion workshop and all of the others taking place in January and throughout the year, please visit the <a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/outreach">Outreach Page</a> on our website.<br />
And don't forget to <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_bookmarking">bookmark</a> the <a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/outreach/calendar/">Excursion Workshop Calendar</a> to check for Excursion Workshops in your area throughout the year!</p>
<p>Wishing you a very happy New Year!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.monroeinstitute.org/ftp/">Click here</a> to learn more about becoming an Outreach Facilitator through our Facilitator Training Program.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.monroeinstitute.org/start-off-the-new-year-with-an-excursion-workshop/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
		</item>
	</channel>
</rss>
