Triumph of the Human Spirit: Becoming Resilient in Changing Times
November 2 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Triumph of the Human Spirit: Becoming Resilient in Changing Times
A very special 2 day retreat designed to help you gain control of your life with greater confidence & dignity
Includes a special sound healing meditation with Kelvin Young on day 2
Led by Brian Luke Seaward, Ph.D.
Nov 1: Friday Evening Event (7:00-8:30 pm)
“Stressed Is Desserts Spelled Backward”
“Stressed Is Desserts Spelled Backward”
Learn from the stories of several dynamic people who, in the face of stress, beat the odds in their efforts to gain control of their lives and come through gracefully. This inspiring talk provides an intimate look at how six people chose to confront, rather than retreat from the obstacles that threatened to consume their lives with angst and torment.
They now walk the streets as victors rather than victims. Weaving these stories through the wisdom of Joseph Campbell’s “Hero’s Journey” template, each story becomes an icon of heroic strength and wisdom in dealing with colossal stress.
Based on his popular best-selling book, Stressed is Desserts Spelled Backward, these stories offer insights and inspiration as to how we too, might learn to diplomatically and successfully confront our stressors. The wisdom in “Desserts” teaches us to use our “muscles of the soul” and turn our threats into challenges, so that we may polish the rough edges of our existence and continue to live, love, and learn throughout the journey of our human existence.
A most inspiring and entertaining presentation.
Nov 2: Saturday Workshop (9:00 am – 4:00 pm):
“Triumph of the Human Spirit: Becoming Resilient in Changing Times”
Stress is a stranger to no one, particularly in rapidly changing times as the ones we currently live in. There are those people who seem to flourish during challenging times and rise above the fray. Resiliency is not a unique gift for a chosen few; rather it is a birthright for everyone. This workshop/retreat offers an alchemy of wisdom and insights (“fireside chats”), wonderful guided
meditations and powerful soul-searching exercises that help participants unite mind, body, and spirit to enhance one’s resiliency skills and reveal the triumph of the human spirit.
See itinerary below for more details
Triumph of the Human Spirit Retreat Itinerary:
8:30-9:00 am Meet and Greet
9:00-9:30 am Creating Sacred Space/Introductions: Speaker, Topic and Participants
9:30-10:15 am Wisdom Circle # 01: Health of the Human Spirit: Resiliency 101
10:15-10:30 am Stretch Break
10:30-11:00 am Soul-Searching Exercise 01: Spiritual Kintsugi
11:00-11:30 am Guided Meditation 01: Sacred Pools of Heaven
11:30-12 Noon Wisdom Circle # 02: Using Your Muscles of the Soul
12 noon-1:00 pm Lunch (on your own)
1:00-1:30 pm Wisdom Circle # 03: Health of the Human Spirit 02: Seasons of the Soul
1:30-2:00 pm Guided Meditation 02: Reflections on Light
2:00-2:15 pm Stretch Break
2:15-2:45 pm Soul-Searching Exercise 02: The Art of Calm: 5 Senses Relaxation
2:45-3:50 pm Sound Healing Meditation (with special guest Kelvin Young)
3:50-4:00 pm Closing Comments & Farewell
BONUS (optional discussion, at no extra cost to you)
4:15-5:00 pm Cosmic Gossip: On Becoming a New Human
1:30-2:00 pm Guided Meditation 02: Reflections on Light
2:00-2:15 pm Stretch Break
2:15-2:45 pm Soul-Searching Exercise 02: The Art of Calm: 5 Senses Relaxation
2:45-3:50 pm Sound Healing Meditation (with special guest Kelvin Young)
3:50-4:00 pm Closing Comments & Farewell
BONUS (optional discussion, at no extra cost to you)
4:15-5:00 pm Cosmic Gossip: On Becoming a New Human
Pricing:
Friday Only (Stressed is Desserts spelled Backwards): $20 ticket or cash at door
Friday & Saturday: Early Bird Special: $150 if paid before Oct 1, $195 afterwards.
RSVP Deadline for either 1 day or both days: October 20th at 8PM
Bio-sketch:
Brian Luke Seaward, Ph.D. is internationally recognized as one of the foremost experts in the field of Resiliency, Stress Management and Mind-Body-Spirit Healing. In addition to be
regarded as an esteemed inspirational/motivational speaker, the wisdom of Brian Luke Seaward can be found quoted in PBS specials, The Chicago Tribune, The Huffington Post, college graduation speeches, medical seminars, boardroom meetings, church sermons, and keynote addresses all over the world. He has authored more than 20 books, including the popular best sellers, Stand Like Mountain, Flow Like Water, and Stressed Is Desserts Spelled Backward and the award- winning college textbook, Managing Stress (11ed). Currently, Dr. Seaward is the Executive Director of the Paramount Wellness Institute in Boulder, CO. Former Good Morning America host, Joan Lunden says, “Dr. Seaward’s words have touched my life profoundly and helped me to find grace and dignity, the patience and compassion needed to navigate my ever-changing course. They have helped me understand that it is the way I choose to see the world that I will create the world I see.” It’s been said several times that Brian Luke Seaward looks like James Taylor, dresses like Indiana Jones, and writes like Mark Twain. In the role of wisdom keeper, visionary, mystic, healer and teacher, Dr. Seaward has created a wellness legacy for all to share.
Brian Luke Seaward, Ph.D. is internationally recognized as one of the foremost experts in the field of Resiliency, Stress Management and Mind-Body-Spirit Healing. In addition to be
regarded as an esteemed inspirational/motivational speaker, the wisdom of Brian Luke Seaward can be found quoted in PBS specials, The Chicago Tribune, The Huffington Post, college graduation speeches, medical seminars, boardroom meetings, church sermons, and keynote addresses all over the world. He has authored more than 20 books, including the popular best sellers, Stand Like Mountain, Flow Like Water, and Stressed Is Desserts Spelled Backward and the award- winning college textbook, Managing Stress (11ed). Currently, Dr. Seaward is the Executive Director of the Paramount Wellness Institute in Boulder, CO. Former Good Morning America host, Joan Lunden says, “Dr. Seaward’s words have touched my life profoundly and helped me to find grace and dignity, the patience and compassion needed to navigate my ever-changing course. They have helped me understand that it is the way I choose to see the world that I will create the world I see.” It’s been said several times that Brian Luke Seaward looks like James Taylor, dresses like Indiana Jones, and writes like Mark Twain. In the role of wisdom keeper, visionary, mystic, healer and teacher, Dr. Seaward has created a wellness legacy for all to share.
He can be contacted at brianlukes@cs.com