Dear Friends,
If I have never met you let me say that it is a gift to share this resource with you as you are receiving this because you have attended an Imagine Well Being event or class. We hope these opportunities will cultivate compassion and hope for yourself and others during these very challenging times. My name is Cathy Norman and I am the Curator for Imagine Well Being.
Imagine Well Being exists to cultivate the values of compassion, wisdom, forgiveness for self and others along with strengthening purpose and meaning through service to others. We welcome and affirm all persons without regard to race, physical abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religious beliefs. We believe that every person is a sacred part of the global human family.
If you need help getting your groceries, picking up prescriptions or would simply like someone to call and check in on you during this time of isolation, there is a group of people who have volunteered as a Hope in Action COVID Response Team.
If any of you would like to join this group of volunteers or would like help with groceries, prescription pick up or anything else, please contact me at
cnorman@crossroadsnova.org
. Please see the
Hope in Action
newsletter below for more information to volunteer or share with someone who might need these resources.
It is such a privilege to offer Zoom yoga, mindful meditation and supportive gatherings for you online. All of these are offered at no charge so that you might pass on more calm, compassion, wisdom and service to those within your circle of influence. We believe this is how the world is changed and want to thank those who guide our events with such generosity and love. I also want to thank Imagine Well Being part-time staff member, Jami, who brings so much wisdom and experience to our two inter-spiritual gatherings and as a guide to the larger vision. Also, a shout out to Cyndi who works a few hours a week keeping the administration of Imagine Well Being organized and growing!
I am looking forward to seeing or hearing you at one of our upcoming Zoom gatherings, and again, feel free to contact me if you have any concerns, ideas to share with others or questions.
Peace, Blessings of Hope and Love,
Cathy Norman, Curator
Imagine Well Being
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Helpful Zoom Instructions
Imagine Well Being has faced some challenges as we have moved from face to face gatherings to Zoom gatherings. We are now using password protected Zoom links that are sent by our event organizers to RSVPs only. The Zoom link will not be posted publicly. The password is embedded in the link so you will not need to enter a separate password. We have given you the password if there is ever a need to use it.
Please follow these instructions so you will receive your Zoom link once you RSVP to the event you are attending:
- Once you RSVP the private Zoom links will be sent out by your organizer the day of the event or the evening before.
- The email will come from your Meetup event organizer or Cyndi Colbert and the subject line will say: Imagine-new announcement or Let's Take a Hike from Suburbia-new announcement.
- Please check to see your Meetup email notifications are on (we cannot do that) to be sure you will receive the private Zoom links once you RSVP. All of the emails are sent through Meetup and not the organizers private email.
- Please check your junk mail if you do not receive your Zoom link the day of your event and be sure to change your personal email settings if this happens.
- Zoom is very easy to use if you are a first timer. Here is a one minute tutorial. Remember the navigation bar is at the bottom for sound and video.
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Hope in Action Newsletter
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ONLINE Mindfulness Meditation Community Gathering
Monday, April 20, 6:00-7:30 pm
This experience will focus on mindfulness meditation and community conversation to inspire and equip first timers or experienced meditators in evidenced-based mindfulness meditation.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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Monday, April 27, 7-8 pm
Sunday, April 19, 4-5 pm
Together, we will sit in silent
meditation for approximately 20-25 minutes, followed by an opportunity
to share how the practice is unfolding in our lives. Our intention is
to inspire one another toward regular meditation practice, while
sharing the direct, rich experience of sitting in communal silence.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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ONLINE Integral Hatha Yoga
Every Tuesday, 7-8 pm
This gentle yoga class is designed to integrate mindfulness and Hatha Yoga in the evidenced-based tradition cultivating more calmness through mindful breathing and movement in daily life.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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ONLINE Chair Yoga for Stress Relief & Renewal
Wednesday, April 29 1:30-2:30 pm
Chair yoga is a great way to relax from head to toe without the stress of getting out of your chair. Target areas will include the systems of the body, digestive, nervous andendocrine: most importantly, the Lymphatic system to boost immunity and cleanse the entire body.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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ONLINE Restorative Yoga
Wednesdays, April 22 1:30-2:30 pm
This class is designed to introduce Mindful Restorative Yoga as a practice to boost your immune system and increase mindful stress reduction and relaxation.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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ONLINE Mindful Moments for Rest & Resilience
Nightly, 9:30-9:45 pm
This brief gathering zoom gathering is designed to end the day with a brief inspiring reading from a mindful, meditative resource, a moment of quiet together and a closing loving kindness blessing. Each gathering is a stand alone so that you can join as your schedule allows.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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ONLINE
SA DC Metro - "Peeling the Cosmic Onion" Week 14
Thursday, April 23 7-9 pm
Week 14 of the "Peeling the Cosmic Onion: A Journey of Spiritual Transformation" series! The topic will be "
Mystic Traditions"
.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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ONLINE Connections, Don't Be Alone: Support & Community
Tuesdays, 4-5 pm
Thursdays,
8-9 pm
Are you stressed out, sad, lonely, angry, isolated, angry, fearful, confused, overwhelmed? You don't have to go it alone. Let's come together for an hour in a safe facilitated meeting to share experiences, feelings, coping strategies during this crisis time. You'll find compassion, support, and knowledge that you are not the only one.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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ONLINE
Weekly Spiritual Gathering: Wholeness in Community
Wednesdays, 7-8 pm
Each gathering will begin with a period of silent meditation. We will then explore different spiritual topics, share our thoughts and responses in a small group setting, discuss how we will work towards the integration of spiritual teachings and practices into our daily lives, and close each meeting with a period of guided meditation and reflection.
"This will be an online Zoom meeting. TO RECEIVE YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED ZOOM INVITATION, YOU WILL NEED TO RSVP AND WE WILL SEND THE LINK VIA EMAIL.”
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Support local farmers and safely pick up fresh veggies and fruits!
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Chair Yoga Practices
Video resources for calming chair yoga practices. Gentle chair yoga is designed to support immunity and calming response.
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Serenity Prayer Meditation
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Breathing Practices by Nancy McGovern
Lion's Breath
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This is a great exercise to release some pent up energy or to get a little energy if you need it!
Candle Breathing
- This is an incredible gift to help kids and adults calm down on the spot.
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H
ere are
Six Daily Questions
to ask yourself during this quarantine time from the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley.
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This is Only for a Time
by Del Martinez
“This is only for a time.”
Easy to say, hard to believe.
This is my time and only for a time is the time that I can never get back.
Is it wasted time?
No, nothing is ever wasted and the concept of time we created. So the only thing wasted is the energy of cyclical egocentric contemplation.
I will let go of self so the “time” in my present form no longer feels wasted.
All I am faced with, blessed with, tasked with, subjected to and allowed to experience, is uniquely tailor made for me and my journey. Everything from the inconvenience of a broken shoelace to the loss of a loved one is mine to process and experience from my perspective and choices.
I will not lament that time is ticking by.
I will not lament that this challenge is only for a time.
I will not spend my time and energy forgetting that I can’t rememember or remembering that I can’t forget! I will live this day on this earth with the inspiration of possibility to the best of my ability. I will spend my finite time spreading the infinite love that I have been given by the one who loves us more than we could ever comprehend!
Love and Peace my friends. It is an adventure where the end is only the beginning. ~djm
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Since Del Martinez began to attend Imagine Well Being he has renewed a love for creative writing. I have asked Del to share some of the 300 poems or reflections he has written over the last year. This is a time to awaken and share your creative gifts for community renewal and healing.
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