BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//KSG Staging - ECPv6.15.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:KSG Staging X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for KSG Staging REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191112T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191112T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20190819T223018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191105T154102Z UID:1544-1573583400-1573594200@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Transformation in 21 Minutes - with Penny Cohen\, LCSW\, Shameless Mystic DESCRIPTION:Free one obstacle at a time\, to radically improve your life and the lives of others. \nTransformation in 21 Minutes is a cutting-edge self-healing process that you can learn and use on your own for addressing life’s obstacles to peace\, love\, meaning and purpose. It frees unconscious physical\, emotional\, intellectual and spiritual patterns of constrictions and blocks in the body and the energy field. \nNeuro-scientifically informed\, and more specifically\, this process helps with overcoming trauma and attachment difficulties\, anger\, anxiety\, depression\, stress and struggle that lead to psycho-biological and electro-vibrational symptoms and inter-personal conflicts that deeply affect the way you function in life. \nUsing the process you’ll feel lighter and freer immediately and radically improve your life and the lives of others. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the neuro-scientifically informed foundation for the process\nIdentify and liberate blocked energy\nOpen your heart\nRetrieve your soul\nBe guided by your Self Improvement Newsletter\nRemain driven by divine passion and compassion (maintain being in the flow)\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\n\n\n\n\nMembers pay only $75 per year.\nThat’s a $125 savings if you attend all ten great KSG presentations!\nPurchase an annual membership (Sept – June) \n\nAlready a Member? Click here to send us an email to reserve your spot!\n\n\n\nPenny Cohen\, LCSW has been counseling\, lecturing\, and conducting workshops internationally on personal\, relationship\, career\, and spiritual development and Kabbalah for the past twenty years.  She holds a Master’s degree in social work from Columbia University\, is a licensed psychotherapist\, certified hypnotherapist\, EMDR and Energy Psychology Practitioner\, and Life and Spiritual Coach and is the author of Personal Kabbalah:  32 Paths To Inner Peace And Life Purpose.  She has a private practice in Westchester County\, NY and works with individuals and groups in person\, onsite or by telephone and teleclasses. \nVisit her website at www.PennyCohen.com\, contact her at Penny@PennyCohen.com\, or phone:  (914) 764-1708. URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/transformation-in-21-minutes/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191022T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191022T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20190819T221423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191015T000220Z UID:1540-1571725800-1571779800@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Messages from Heaven - with Anna Raimondi - October 2019 DESCRIPTION:Anna Raimondi \nExperience Heaven on Earth as Anna brings healing and messages through from the Spirit Realm! \nAnna Raimondi is a dynamic internationally acclaimed clairvoyant medium\, spiritual counselor\, teacher and healer. She has been instrumental in helping people to heal at a soul level and claim the extraordinary in their own lives. \nAs a motivational speaker\, teacher\, intuitive and author\, Anna’s mission is to give others the tools they need to live their lives in joy\, while following their souls’ mission. Anna through her gift of intuition she brings wisdom and healing in from heaven as she provides others with insight\, guidance and direction. Among other accreditations\, she holds a BA in Clinical Psychology\, a M.B.A. and is a Hypnotherapist\, Grief Counselor and Spiritual Counselor. Her path has led her to teach\, work with clients\, facilitate retreats and present at seminars. Anna was the host of a radio show on the Cox Radio called “Messages from Heaven.” She recently was a guest on the “Dr. Oz Show\,” many national radio shows and has been written about in many publications. She has been touring around the country speaking about her latest book\, “Conversations with Mary.” \nAnna has written “Talking to the Dead in Suburbia – An Ordinary Woman with an Extraordinary Gift”\, “One with the Drum – A Journey to the Soul” and “Conversations with Mary\,” (Atria Books\, a division of Simon & Schuster published on October 17\, 2017). The audio version of “Conversations with Mary\,” as well as the meditations will be available in the Autumn of 2018. \nLearn more about Anna Raimondi at www.annaraimondi.com \n\n\n\n\n\nSOLD OUT ……\n\n\n  \n\n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/messages-from-heaven-with-anna-raimondi-october-2019/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20190819T162536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190823T205254Z UID:1520-1568831400-1568842200@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Laughter is the Best Medicine - with Donna Bernstein\, RD\, CDN\, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader DESCRIPTION:Start our new season with a good laugh with Donna Bernstein\, RD\, CDN\, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader\nFor centuries\, laughter was referred to as the best medicine for body and mind\, but never was there a reliable delivery system. Laughter was simply the end result of entertainment or amusement\, but Laughter Yoga has taken laughter to a new level. It is a complete delivery system\, allowing laughter to actually be prescribed as part of a daily routine in order to realize all of the health benefits. It enables everyone to laugh\, even those who are serious\, introverted and uncomfortable being funny. \nJoin us for an uproarious evening that will:\n\nElevate your mood by releasing endorphins\nBenefit your health by reducing stress \nStrengthen your immune system\nBring more oxygen to the brain\, improving brain function\, efficiency and performance\nConnect you with others and leave you with a sense of wellbeing\n\nWhat is Laughter Yoga?\nLaughter Yoga is an exercise that combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing – bringing more Oxygen to body and brain\, helping you feel more energetic and healthy.  But don’t take our word for it\, watch this news clip: \n \n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\n\n\n\n\nMembers pay only $75 per year.\nThat’s a $125 savings if you attend all ten great KSG presentations!\nPurchase an annual membership (Sept – June) \n \n\n\nAlready a Member? Click here to send us an email to reserve your spot!\n\n\n\n\nAbout Donna Bernstein\, RD\, CDN \nRegistered Dietitian\, Certified Dietetic Nutritionist. Actively practicing for over 30 years.\nWestchester Community College\, Adjunct Professor \n\nCertified Meditation Instructor with the American Meditation Society\nCertified Yoga Instructor\nCertified Laughter Yoga Leader\n\nMs. Bernstein has done consulting or training for many established clients including: \n\nARC of Westchester\nAmerican Heart Association\nWestchester County Depart of Senior Programs and Services (Office for the Aging)\nRoss Laboratories\nNon- Profit Nutrition Education Organizations (Dairy Counsel\, UCP)\nFDR Veterans Administration\n\nTo learn more about Donna and her work\, call (914) 960-6565  or email donnabrdny@gmail.com\nOr visit the Laughter Yoga International website at laughteryoga.org URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/laughter-yoga-2019/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190612T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190612T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20181101T212125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T174229Z UID:1384-1560364200-1560375000@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Near Death\, Out of Body\, Near Nervous Breakdown Experiences: Seeing What Is On the Other Side DESCRIPTION:This panel presentation is about Spiritual/Mystical Experiences: What happens when you cross that line that connects you with spirit? What messages do we get\, and how does it change our life when we return? Do we use this information as we continue to walk through life? \n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPanelists include: \nCindy Blum\, co-founder of the KSG \, will be exploring her own Near Death Experience and sharing the stories of others who traveled on the same journey. She will share video interviews with top researchers and authorities in the field. \n  \n  \n  \nPenny Cohen will describe what led up to her Near Nervous Breakdown experience and the 25 years of research trying to understand it and explain what she was doing to elicit it. She will also explain what she learned from her experience. \n  \n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/near-death-out-of-body-near-nervous-breakdown-experiences-seeing-what-is-on-the-other-side/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20181119T190820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190224T192109Z UID:1404-1557945000-1557954000@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Self-Love Through the Sacred Feminine in All of Us - With Jo Jayson DESCRIPTION:Jo Jayson has channeled and painted thirteen beautiful representations and expressions of Sacred Feminine archetypes\, prophetesses and women of strength\, heralding the way to a unique path back towards self-love. This is a path that is laden with compassion\, forgiveness and courage. \nIn her award winning book\, Self-Love Through the Sacred Feminine\, Jo Jayson gives these thirteen energies and archetypes a voice\, explaining through channeled prayers\, meditations\, and healing lessons\, how to reconnect back with your own soul\, tap into your own innate wisdom and navigate your way through life’s challenges. Jo will explain how we are the expressions and reflections of the Sacred Masculine and Feminine and that we are ‘cups full of Source’™. \nThere is nothing more Divine than our own souls. We don’t get to reach more perfection than the stuff we are made of. Connecting back to this perfection is key to reaching acceptance and love for ourselves. Understanding that both men and women are swimming in a potent wave now of feminine energies that have been coming through for some time and are here to help balance and repair our unbalanced and damaged world. We can help this along by healing ourselves individually. Both men and women are in a time now of rebalancing and integrating these energies within themselves. Embracing the feminine automatically heals the masculine. \nThrough the channeled images and wisdom Jo has received from the spiritual realm that she will share with you\, we can learn a new way back towards ourselves. Through the paintings and teachings of Guinevere\, The Magdalene\, Brighid of Ireland\, Isis\, Mary the Mother\, Jeanne d’Arc\, Miriam\, Guan Yin\, Morgan le Fey\, Artemis\, Kali Ma\, Inanna\, and Grandmother Spider\, we learn how to love ourselves\, take back our power\, gain courage\, embrace our sensuality\, and weave the web of our own lives. \nAbout Jo Jayson\nBritish born and bred\, Jo Jayson is a self-taught painter. She began her career as a muralist in London\, Sydney\, and New York. In 2008\, she began expressing Divine Feminine energies into her own paintings\, completing her much-loved “Goddess Chakra” series. In 2011\, she unveiled the beginning of her “Sacred Feminine” series of paintings\, unfolding a body of work that contained thirteen channeled feminine energies. Jo has emerged as an internationally acclaimed intuitive artist and spiritual teacher\, helping women all over the world find empowerment\, healing\, and inspiration. She is the author of the award-winning book Self-Love Through the Sacred Feminine and sells her paintings\, prints\, guidance cards\, and meditation tools worldwide. Jo Jayson continues to channel the Divine into her paintings and regularly teaches self-healing workshops online and around the United States. \n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\n\n\n\n\nAlready a Member? Click here to send us an email to reserve your spot!\n\n\n\n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/self-love-through-the-sacred-feminine-in-all-of-us/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20180813T220529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T010014Z UID:1203-1554921000-1554931800@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Family Constellations With Eve-Marie Elkin DESCRIPTION:In a family constellation we look at how present behaviors or symptoms may have originated with our ancestors and have been carried down through generations to us and our children. These may include addictions and/or mental or physical illness among other behavior patterns. The work of family constellations is to bring these patterns to light and open the possibility for a transformative process. \nEve-Marie Elkin\, LCAT\, LMSW\, SEP will share the core principles of this work and engage the audience in a constellation. For more information of how Family Constellations work please refer to Eve-Marie’s website at www.evemarieelkin.com \n\nA native of New York\, Eve-Marie moved to Germany as a teenager\, returning to NY in 1981 where she earned a Masters Degree in Creative Arts Therapy at Pratt Institute and later a licensed Masters Degree in Social Work at Fordham University. \nEve-Marie’s work in private practice and as a group leader has been greatly informed by the Family Constellation work of Bert Hellinger with whom she has studied in conjunction with his senior teacher: Harald Hohnen. Her translation of his work practiced by German facilitators in the US has further grounded her in the principles. \nIn addition Eve-Marie has trained at the Center for Intentional Living\, with Michele Cassou’s Point Zero Painting process and as a Somatic Experience practitioner. She integrates her work with the body to heal past trauma. And\, for the past several years\, her work has been further enriched by studying the mystical principles as taught by her spiritual teacher Thomas Hübl. \nEve-Marie has four grown children and two granddaughters. She lives with her husband in Westchester County\, New York. \nevemarie@evemarieelkin.com\nwww.evemarieelkin.com \n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlready a Member? Click here to send us an email to reserve your spot! URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/family-constellations-with-eve-marie-elkin-2/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20180807T004924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190308T164807Z UID:1109-1553711400-1553722200@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Inner Wisdom Conversations with Elizabeth Pasquale & Habib Sebaihi DESCRIPTION:How To Be In Touch (Literally) With Your Inner Knowing \nThe CranioSacral System is working for you day in and day out. It’s the lens through which you see the world as it includes your eyes.  It’s the vehicle that moves you through your day\, because its in charge of the nervous system moving your limbs. And its affected by every thought you think.  Isn’t it about time you were introduced? \nElizabeth Pasquale and Habib Sebaihi\, both advanced CranioSacral practitioners\, will lead you through a series of exercises and experiences so you will be fully introduced to this fountain of inner wisdom residing within you.  Pasquale will explain the physical landmarks of the system and with simple exercises\, you will palpate the energy or this system yourself!  Pasquale and Sebaihi will then guide you through a CranioSacral session\, and a chat with your inner wisdom. \nCranioSacral Therapy (CST) has its roots in natural healing from the 1800’s. Sebaihi will demonstrate how\, as a modern CST practitioner\, he draws on these roots and performs today’s CST therapy incorporating aspects of Shamanism. \nCome expecting to learn more about yourself.\nBring a question and prepare to receive a solution. \nPlease note: the date for this event was changed to 3/27/19 \n\nEizabeth Pasquale \nElizabeth Pasquale\, LMT\, CST\, NLP began searching for her own health back in 1990 and this led her to CranioSacral Therapy.  She’s been practicing CST over 20 years\, including mentorship with Dr John Upledger\, the founder of CST.  She founded Well On The Way® LLC over 25 years ago offering holistic medical interventions such as Lymph Drainage Therapy and ElectroMagnetic Field Therapy (BEMER).  She is also certified in NeuroLinguistic Programing\, as well as a trauma specialist\, especially head trauma and concussion\, and trained to work with autism\, new-borns and hospice. \nVisit her website at www.wellontheway.org \n  \n  \nHabib Sebaihi \nHabib Sebaihi originally from Belgium has grown to great levels after traveling all over Europe and finally settling in the U.S. Habib speaks multiple languages including; French\, Spanish\, English. Trained in advanced Craniosacral Therapy under Dr. Ron Wish from Nyack\, NY. His training gives him the opportunity to be an intuitive and energetic Healer. He also received his degree in Usui Reiki I & II in 2004 from Sandra Stolz in Westport\, CT. He has continued his training in Eastern Jikiden Reiki techniques with James Landers and Jeanette Stellato from 2009 until present. Lineage of – Dr. Mikao Usui. He is truly grateful for the opportunity to work with adults and children\, some with special needs\, like CHARGE Syndrome. Some of those special circumstances have been Multiple Sclerosis\, Depression\, Stress\, Chronic Neck and Back pain\, TMJ Syndrome\, and Loss of energy. \nVisit his website at www.healingenergyllc.com \n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members. \n\n\n\n\n\nAlready a Member? Click here to send us an email to reserve your spot! URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/inner-wisdom-conversations-with-craniosacral-therapy-elizabeth-pasquale-habib-sebaihi/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190206T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190206T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20181129T021125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190127T213541Z UID:1427-1549477800-1549488600@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Tibetan Sound Healing Therapy with Karin Reetz DESCRIPTION:Sound Healing is one of the most profoundly healing modalities. The rhythmic harmonic sounds and vibrations of Tibetan Singing Bowls soothe the mind and body\, inducing a deep sense of relaxation that effortlessly allows you to slip into meditation. In that state the therapeutic singing bowls will awaken the body’s internal self-healing capabilities. Your stress will melt away and you will leave feeling relaxed\, balanced\, and grounded. \nTo fully experience the sound healing\, it is suggested that attendees bring yoga mats\, pillows and/or blankets. \n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\n\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member\,\nplease reserve your place by emailing us\n\n\n\n\nAbout the presenter… \nKarin Reetz \nKarin Reetz is a Reiki Master\, a certified Magdalena Energy Practitioner\, and a professional Sound Healer with the International Academy of Sound Healing. She uses mainly Tibetan Singing Bowls that are hand crafted by artisans in India. Karin also offers Healing Touch as a volunteer at Greenwich Hospital. \nYou can learn more about Karin at www.kariomhealing.com or call 914-584-5102. URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/tibetan-sound-healing-therapy-with-karin-reetz/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190123T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190123T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20190117T033532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T194735Z UID:1446-1548268200-1548279000@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:How to Survive the Cold/Flu Season with Plant Medicine (Herbs) and Great Food with Bonnie Rogers\, Clinical Herbalist DESCRIPTION:In this informative interactive presentation Bonnie Rogers\, clinical herbalist will focus on how plant medicine and specific foods can strengthen your bodies innate ability to heal itself: \nBonnie will focus on: \n\nUsing plant remedies (herbs) as preventative for colds/flu and how to use them while the illness is an acute stage\nUsing nutritional foods to strengthen your immune system so your body can fight off all the virus and bacteria that are all around us\nLearn easy and delicious ways to add tonic herbs and foods to strengthen your body’s resistance to stress and sickness.\nShe will have lots of herbs and foods to taste and try.\nShe will share lots of recipes for you to use this winter.\n\n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a member\, please email us by clicking here\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nBonnie Rogers\, Clinical Herbalist and wellness coach.  She brings her extensive knowledge and experience to her busy practice\, helping her clients with Stress and Anxiety\, Chronic Pain\, Gastro-intestinal issues that range from  Acid Reflux to IBS and Colitis\, Menopause and PMS symptoms to Sexual Pain and Dryness and so much more. \nBonnie works with you to design a protocol specific for you which may include food recommendations\, herbal medicine\, and lifestyle changes.  Most recently she has added Bemer sessions to her practice that are helping her clients with too many health issues to discuss. \nHer goal is to help you use nutrition\, herbs\, and lifestyle changes to achieve optimal health and feel amazing. \nBonnie can be reached at 914-923-4346.  www.bonniesherbals.com or by setting up a 15 minute get acquainted session by clicking here \n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/how-to-survive-the-cold-flu-season-with-plant-medicine-herbs-and-great-food-with-bonnie-rogers-clinical-herbalist/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190117T032137 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190117T032137 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20181101T203841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190117T032137Z UID:1372-1547695297-1547695297@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Movement\, Nutrition and Self-Care For Women: An Energy/Mitochondrial perspective DESCRIPTION:In this informative presentation\, Monique Class MS\, APRN\, BC will focus on the following: \n\nIdentifying the benefits of a Mild Ketogenic food plan for women\nExploring the science of movement and exercise for Mitochondria health and womens health\nIdentifying three self-care strategies for improving Mitochondria function for women\n\n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\n \nIf you are a member click here to reserve your space \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonique Class\, MS\, APRN\, B.C \nMonique Class MS\, APRN\, BC is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Holistic Health at The Center for Functional Medicine in Stamford\, CT.  In addition to her role as a Nurse Practitioner at The Center\, Monique leads Meditation\, Detoxification\, and Mind-Body Skills groups\, utilizes imagery technique with private clients\, consults with clients on herbal and natural remedies for a variety of health issues\, and performs routine gynecological exams and procedures. \nRecognized as a leader in the fields of Integrative Healthcare and Holistic Nursing\, Monique is a senior faculty member for The Institute for Functional Medicine\, a clinical instructor for Yale Graduate School of Nursing\, a senior faculty member of The Center for Mind/Body Medicine in Washington DC\, and a faculty member for the International Nurse Coach Association. \nWith extensive training and clinical experience in many therapeutic approaches including functional nutrition and mind-body therapies\, Monique is also certified by the Psychosynthesis Institute in Imagery and Meditation and has extensive training in Herbal Medicine. She received her degree as a Clinical Nurse Specialist and her post-masters as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the College of New Rochelle and her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from The University of Virginia. \nMonique can be reached at\n203-321-0200\nMonique@thecffm.com URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/movement-nutrition-and-self-care-for-women-an-energy-mitochondrial-perspective/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20180813T224115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T022430Z UID:1211-1544034600-1544045400@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Validating the Afterlife with Roland Comtois - 2018 SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Click to view the event flyer \nSOLD OUT\nThere are mediums and there are spiritual teachers. Roland Comtois bridges both callings with a visceral knowledge that there is more to our existence than life on this plane. Roland guides people beyond grief to accessing the love and hope of everlasting life. \nJoin us for a memorable night as Roland explores the questions that have mesmerized humanity since the beginning of time. Is there something beyond here? Is there life after death? Do our departed loved ones attempt to reach us through signs and messages? \nWith his signature Purple Papers in hand\, Roland will share his story of how it all started. How messages are delivered from our departed loved ones. He will shepherd you through the  experience. His words are divinely inspired and he gives a poignant demonstration of spiritual  connectivity; connections that are possible in every moment of time. \nA random audience member may receive personal messages that Roland has channeled from those on the other side. \n  \n\nRoland Comtois is an acclaimed inspirational speaker\, spiritual medium and radio show host. He is the author of two books And Then There Was Heaven\, 16 Minutes\, and the co-author of 365 Days of Angel Prayers. Roland is currently under contract with Llewellyn Worldwide for his new book about the Purple Papers coming out in 2019. Roland is the Executive Producer and star of his one-man stage production Heaven the Experience. Roland is a professional healer and spiritual medium with over 30 years’ experience as a gerontology nurse\, Reiki Master\, metaphysical teacher and grief specialist. His expertise extends from the physical to the spiritual\, as he shares healing modalities and messages that nurture and balance mind\, body and soul. His mission is to help people find comfort in life in spite of loss\, show them how to move beyond grief with love and hope and to pass on the message that heaven and eternal love are real and always close at hand. He is the founder of the After Loss Expo\, now in its 11th year. His work is currently sought after by television production companies eager to showcase his signature Purple Papers. URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/validating-the-afterlife-with-roland-comtois-2018/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181106T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181106T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20180904T022308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T012025Z UID:1281-1541529000-1541539800@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Healthy\, Effective Pain Management Beyond Opioids - Exciting New Treatments DESCRIPTION:This panel discussion\, moderated by Mark Banschick\, MD\, is co-sponsored by Northern Westchester Hospital and The Katonah Study Group. \nPanelists include: \n\nMarla Koroly\, MD\, Head of Medical Staff\nRich Catanzaro\, MD\, Chair of Psychiatry\nPenny Cohen\, LCSW\n\nThere is an opioid epidemic in the Western World.\nWe’ll look at traditional and alternative ways to manage pain\, find meaning in suffering\, and move forward. No one is denying that some pain needs medical intervention\, but can we do better…even much better? Can non-pharmacological approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy\, acupuncture\, energy healing and other techniques help? \nWho Will Benefit:\nThis presentation is important to those in pain\, or with children or parents in pain. We will be talking to the medical community and the general public. Everyone these days is concerned that Opioids are over-prescribed and at times\, abused. Yet there is a legitimate role for pain management; hence the conversation. \nPlease join us. There is more to helping those in pain than just a prescription.\n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\nMembers pay only $75 per year. That’s a $125 savings if you attend all ten great KSG presentations!\nPurchase Your Annual Membership (Sept – June) below \n\n\n\n\nOR \nPurchase tickets to the Healthy Pain Management\, Opioids & Integrative Care Program below \n\n\n\n\nAlready a Member? Click here to send us an email to reserve your spot!\n\n\n\nThis panel discussion is part of an effort to move past the pain/medicine paradigm to something more complete. We will involve the audience\, hear ideas and stories\, and demonstrate some healing technologies. Pain management involves relief of suffering\, avoidance of addiction\, promotion of health and a purposeful concern about the whole person. \nDemonstrations:\n\nGuided Imagery: Penny Cohen\, MSW/Cindy Blum\nReiki Pain Sessions: Ellen Lamonoff\, RN & Amy Kaufman\nBEMER Pain Sessions: Bonnie Rogers\n\nWant to learn more? Want to see the research?\nThis PDF contains links to some interesting research pertaining to the topic of pain reduction without opioids \n\nMarla Koroly\, MD\, FACP\, MBA\nChief Medical Officer & Senior VP\, Medical Affairs\nNorthern Westchester Hospital \nMarla Koroly\, MD\, has oversight of the quality and delivery of care at Northern Westchester Hospital as Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President — positions she has held since 2004. \nDr. Koroly joined the Medical Staff of Northern Westchester as an attending physician in 1990. From 1993-2004\, she was the medical director of Beth Israel Medical Center’s DOCS/Continuum Medical Group. She also had served as Beth Israel’s associate medical director before taking the leadership role at Northern Westchester. She has been the principal investigator in several clinical trials focused on diabetes and hypertension. \nDr. Koroly received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania\, where she was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society and graduated summa cum laude. She attended medical school at New York University School of Medicine\, with membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society\, and completed her internal medicine residency at New York University Medical Center. \nA diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine\, Dr. Koroly has been an active member of the American College of Physicians (ACP)\, serving two terms as council representative for the Hudson Valley regions and district president of the Hudson Valley South District. She is currently the chair of the Quality & Patient Safety Committee of the ACP’s New York chapter. \n\nRichard P. Catanzaro\, MD\nChairman\, Department of Psychiatry\nNorthern Westchester Hospital \nRichard Catanzaro\, MD joined the Medical Staff of Northern Westchester Hospital in December of 2014. He received his medical degree at SUNY Downstate and completed his psychiatry residency training as well as an administrative fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center. \nDr. Catanzaro is Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Prior to joining us as the Chairman of Psychiatry and Medical Director of Northern Westchester Hospital’s Behavioral Health Unit\, Dr. Catanzaro worked for several years as an Attending Psychiatrist and Unit Director at Montefiore Medical Center and was the Medical Director of the Admissions Units at Rockland Psychiatric Center. \n\nPenny Cohen\, LCSW\nPenny is a leading edge transformational psychotherapist\, relationship expert\, life coach\, and author and speaker.  She has been counseling\, lecturing and conducting workshops internationally at professional conferences\, universities\, and organizations for the past thirty years.  Her focus is on personal\, relationship\, communication\, and meaningful careers. Her specialty is transforming trauma\, depression\, anger and anxiety to stress free meaningful living.  She also integrates spiritual development and Kabbalah when requested. \nPenny earned her Master’s degree from Columbia University\, is a licensed psychotherapist; hypnotherapist; EMDR\, Energy Psychology and Imago Relationship Practitioner. She is the author of Personal Kabbalah:  32 Paths To Inner Peace And Life Purpose and she conducts training workshops on integrating spirituality and psychotherapy using the Kabbalistic Tree Of Life.  Her practice is in Pound Ridge\, NY and she works with individuals\, couples\, and groups in her office or onsite\, and on the phone. Contact info: Penny@PennyCohen.com  call:  914-764-1708 or go to  PennyCohen.com \n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/healthy-pain-management-opioids-integrative-care-a-panel-discussion/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181024T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181024T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20180807T002440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T175758Z UID:1096-1540405800-1540416600@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Ancestral Repatterning: Tracing the Origins of Your Illness - With Laura Aversano DESCRIPTION:Join Author\, Medical Intuitive\, and Spiritwalker Laura Silvana Aversano\, as she delves deeply into patterns and imprints that impact people’s lives on a daily basis. Through her 22 years of practice\, Laura has been able to ascertain origins of illness which begin for many of us with our ancestral lineage. Having communicated with the spirit world since childhood\, Laura employs her emphatic abilities along with her journeying beyond the veil to see what contributes to people’s ailments. \nLaura will work with a few audience members\, connecting with the spirit world as she expands the frequencies already present with those who volunteer and in the room. She retrieves insight to help all participants better understand how to palpate the world around them and what lies within. She’ll give examples of how she tracks conditions of all kinds whether they are physical\, emotional or spiritual in nature. As Laura expands the energies present as the spiritual process unfolds\, class members participate by experiencing them and offering and receiving feedback and support. This becomes part of an individual and collective ancestral healing which we explore in group consciousness. It also provides a unique opportunity to more fully experience the process of multi-dimensional transformation. \n\nLaura Silvana Aversano is an author\, ancestral empath and medical intuitive. Her written works on spirituality and healing include The Divine Nature of Plants\, Plant Spirit Journey\, and Spiritwalker\, the Beginning. Learn more at http://www.LauraAversano.com or https://www.facebook.com/LSASpiritWalker/?ref=settings \n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\nMembers pay only $75 per year. That’s a $125 savings if you attend all ten great KSG presentations!\nPurchase your annual membership (Sept – June) below \n\n\n\n\nOR \nPurchase tickets to Laura Aversano event below \n\n\n\n\n\nAlready a Member? Click here to send us an email to reserve your spot! URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/ancestral-repatterning-tracing-the-origins-of-your-illness-with-laura-aversano/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180926T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180926T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20180807T215838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T023356Z UID:1138-1537986600-1537997400@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Messages from Heaven - An Evening with Anna Raimondi DESCRIPTION:Anna Raimondi \nExperience Heaven on Earth as Anna brings healing and messages through from the Spirit Realm! \nAnna Raimondi is a dynamic internationally acclaimed clairvoyant medium\, spiritual counselor\, teacher and healer. She has been instrumental in helping people to heal at a soul level and claim the extraordinary in their own lives. \nAs a motivational speaker\, teacher\, intuitive and author\, Anna’s mission is to give others the tools they need to live their lives in joy\, while following their souls’ mission. Anna through her gift of intuition she brings wisdom and healing in from heaven as she provides others with insight\, guidance and direction. Among other accreditations\, she holds a BA in Clinical Psychology\, a M.B.A. and is a Hypnotherapist\, Grief Counselor and Spiritual Counselor. Her path has led her to teach\, work with clients\, facilitate retreats and present at seminars. Anna was the host of a radio show on the Cox Radio called “Messages from Heaven.” She recently was a guest on the “Dr. Oz Show\,” many national radio shows and has been written about in many publications. She has been touring around the country speaking about her latest book\, “Conversations with Mary.” \nAnna has written “Talking to the Dead in Suburbia – An Ordinary Woman with an Extraordinary Gift”\, “One with the Drum – A Journey to the Soul” and “Conversations with Mary\,” (Atria Books\, a division of Simon & Schuster published on October 17\, 2017). The audio version of “Conversations with Mary\,” as well as the meditations will be available in the Autumn of 2018. \nLearn more about Anna Raimondi at www.annaraimondi.com \n\n\n\n\nAll attendees must reserve in advance.\nAdmission to individual presentations is only $20 per meetings for non-members.\nMembers pay only $75 per year. That’s a $125 savings if you attend all ten great KSG presentations!\nSOLD OUT\nAlready a Member? Click here to send us an email to reserve your spot! URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/messages-from-heaven-an-evening-with-anna-raimondi/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital\, Conference Rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180620T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180620T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170815T194321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180529T214319Z UID:727-1529519400-1529530200@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:A PAST LIFE REGRESSION EVENING - BACK TO ANCIENT LIFETIMES with Saundra Cindy Blum DESCRIPTION:A PAST LIFE REGRESSION EVENING – BACK TO ANCIENT LIFETIMES  Saundra Cindy Blum will be taking you back to a past life during ancient times to see the principles you lived by\, the wisdom and the gifts that you used\, so that you can bring them forward to use them today! \nHave you ever felt connected to the Christ lifetime? The Essenes? Atlantis? This will be your opportunity to experience that time and understand who you are and why you do what you do. If you are a healer in this life most likely it all started back in those lifetimes. \nWe are at a time when we need to heal all of the inequities going on around the world right now. A time to bring back love\, tolerance\, compassion\, integrity\,  kindness\, oneness\, and connection. It is time to get rid of the insecure ego. Time to start a new community of those principles we lived by and that worked! \n  \nIn private practice since 1989\, Saundra C. Blum is a certified Ericksonian Hypnotherapist\, Past Life Regression Therapist\, Reiki  practitioner\, author and international lecturer. Her formal education consists of a Masters of Science degree in Special Education and Counseling and a Bachelors of Science degree in English and Education. \nSaundra C. Blum is on the Advisory Board for Western Connecticut State University’s Institute for Holistic Health and is the co-founder of the Katonah Study Group for Integrative Medicine. Saundra also sits on the Patient Advisory Board for Northern Westchester Hospital. \nShe has a private practice in Somers\, NY. She also trains and certifies Past Life Regressionists in Northern Westchester County\, NY as well as internationally in mind-body-spirit-centered cultures such as India\, Israel and Italy. \nMs. Blum ‘s first book\, Footsteps through the Sands of Time – Past Life Dramas\, Present Life Lessons\, was published in NOVEMBER\, 2013. It is a compilation of\nher client’s stories\, their lessons\, and their healing using this deep and sacred work. \nSaundra has also written another book she will be publishing soon\, called\, We Are Back – The Bible Stories Through the Eyes of Past Life Regression. This book is about a journey with some of her clients who have been going back to the time of Jesus to work through their issues of today. The stories a bit different than those we have heard over the years. The enlightenment and healings have been profound. \n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/cindy-blum-past-life-regression/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180523T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180523T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20180407T224013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180507T122013Z UID:1055-1527100200-1527111000@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Jenni Stone Astrology DESCRIPTION:Would you like a free astrology and life-story reading?When you register for our May 23rd meeting\, Jenni Stone\, our speaker and astrologist extraordinaire will send you a written report that talks about your life plan\, health\, money relationships and your journey towards enlightenment. Just send her your name birthdate and return email: Jennisd914@aol.com \nAt the meeting along with astrology predictions and the audience sharing emotional and  poignant thoughts and outcomes about their readings\, Jenni will discuss the ancient manuscript these readings came from. It’s a book she found in London with astrological material that was first published in the 13th century but said to date back to Atlantis and the Atlanteans. She has studied this material for more than 30 years and has re-written it into modern language for her own personal use. She will bring some pages for us to look at. \nJenni Stone\, astrologer \nAbout Jenni Stone: Jenni writes and lectures on astrology. She’s been published in Vogue\, Huffington Post\, Dell Hososcopes\, and The Mountain Astrologer. Her book\, Timing is Everything is highly rated in the business section at Amazon. \nJoin us for an enthralling evening of how the stars rule and guide our lives.  \n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/jenni-stone-astrology/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital Center – Administrative Conference Room\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549 ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180425T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180425T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170816T034840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T193558Z UID:714-1524681000-1524691800@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Healing through Homeopathy with Tara Framer\, Homeopathic Consultant DESCRIPTION:All that surrounds us can heal us!  Learn more about the healing power of homeopathy from Tara Framer\, Certified Classical Homeopath (CCH). \n\n\nAll that surrounds us can heal us!  \nLearn more about the healing power of homeopathy. \nHomeopathy is a system of dynamic energy healing that helps the body restore balance and repel disease. This gentle modality can be used in tandem with conventional medicine\, is popular around the world and used used to treat a wide range of maladies including allergies\, headaches\, depression\, pain\, PMS\, infertility\, arthritis\, stomach upsets and much more. \nDuring her presentation\, Tara will introduce some of the fundamentals of homeopathy and take questions. Then the fun and practical part of the presentation begins! Tara will show you how to select a homeopathic remedy called a “cell salt” that can help ease your aches\, pains and sniffles. \nBy the end of the evening\, you’ll be able practice a ‘mini’ homeopathy session for your friends and family and sample a remedy that can help you regain the balance you need to ward off illness\, and feel more alive and vibrant all year round. \nSchüssler’s 12 homeopathic cells salts (sometimes called ’tissue salts’ ) are very mild\, diluted extracts from mineral sources\, widely used around the world. They are great for home prescribers and expert homeopaths alike. In India\, some homeopathic practitioners specialize use only these 12 remedies with all patients. Many British homeopaths suggest them as a supportive measure in between constitutional remedies\, targeting specific physical conditions or systems. \n\nTo reserve your space\, contact us\, or buy your ticket now!\nConsider becoming a member – members of KSG attend events for FREE!\n\n \n\n\nTara Framer\, CCH is a Certified Classical Homeopath and a graduate of a four-year program at the Academy of Homeopathy Education where she trained with Denise Straiges\, Tina Quirk and Alastair Gray. \nIn addition to her training as a homeopath\, Tara has studied medicinal herbs with Arcus Flynn of Meadowsweet Apothecary in New York City\, and Shiatsu Massage with Marianne Fuenmayor\, MS\, LAc. She has also completed Reiki Level I training with Deborah F. Amjadi\, RMT. She has a degree in psychology and has been trained as a peer counselor. \nOver the years Tara has donated her time as a patient visitor at Memorial Sloan Kettering and many other charitable organizations. She is a meditator and practices yoga. Besides her work in the healing arts\, Tara works in graphic design\, primarily for non-profits and green energy companies. You can contact her at tara@taraframer.com to learn more. URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/tara-framer-homeopathy/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180321T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180321T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170815T194110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180315T004359Z UID:722-1521657000-1521667800@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Eve-Marie Schaffer\, Family Constellation Workshop DESCRIPTION:In a family constellation we look at how present behaviors or symptoms may have originated with our ancestors and have been carried down through generations to us and our children. These may include addictions and/or mental or physical illness among other behavior patterns. \nThe work of family constellations is to bring these patterns to light and open the possibility for a transformative process. \nEve-Marie will share the core principles of this work with an experience . \n  \nfor more information of how this process works please refer to my website: www. evemarieelkin.com \n  \nA native of New York\, Eve-Marie moved to Germany as a teenager  returning to NY in 1981 where she earned a Masters Degree in Creative Arts Therapy at Pratt Institute and later a licensed Masters Degree in Social Work at Fordham University. \nEve-Marie’s work in private practice and as a group leader has been greatly informed by the Family Constellation work of Bert Hellinger with whom she has studied in conjunction with his senior teacher: Harald Hohnen. Her translation of his work practiced by German facilitators in the US has further grounded her in the principles. \nIn addition Eve-Marie has trained at the Center for Intentional Living\, with Michele Cassou’s Point Zero Painting process and as a Somatic Experience practitioner. Here she integrates  her work with the body to heal past trauma. \nFor the past 5 years her  work has been further enriched by studying the mystical principles as taught by her spiritual teacher Thomas Hübl. \nEve-Marie has four grown children and two grand daughters. She lives with her husband in Westchester New York \nevemarie@evemarieelkin.com \nwww.evemarieelkin.com \n  \n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/eve-marie-schaffer-family-constellation-workshop/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180221T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180221T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20180213T215347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180213T220410Z UID:1038-1519237800-1519248600@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Living at Peace in Our Bodies - A Mindful Alternative to Diet Culture DESCRIPTION:With Anne L. Wennerstrand\, MS\, MSW\, LCSW-R\n\n\n \nIn today’s culture\, it is virtually impossible to live at peace in one’s body\, no matter what one’s size or weight. \nIn this workshop\, Anne Wennerstrand will discuss how and why we get the message to experience our bodies as “projects” vs. a secure home to live within. The awareness of the body as “home” helps us reclaim self-acceptance and self-compassion leading to a relationship with food and exercise as self-care. \nMany people\, especially girls and women\, have been taught to ignore hunger and satiety signals\, leading to distrust of the body. As an alternative to this approach\, Anne teaches a way to access the body’s internal regulatory\, intuitive system and respond to your natural cues for hunger and satiety. And\, we will discuss what this method means from a spiritual and psychological perspective. \nThe workshop will also explore different paradigms for finding joyful\, satisfying ways of moving the body for a lifetime as an alternative to the feeling that one “should” be exercising solely to stave off weight gain. We will spend time learning the Health At Every Size Approach ™ to wellness and learn to identify and question the stressful beliefs and assumptions we have developed about eating\, food and our bodies. \nAnne L. Wennerstrand\, MS\, MSW\, LCSW-R:\nAnne is a psychotherapist in private practice in Katonah\, NY. She has over 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with issues including body image dissatisfaction\, eating problems\, anxiety and depression. Anne is on the governing Board of Directors of The Women’s Therapy Centre Institute in New York City and the co-founder of the two-year\, post-graduate training program entitled Minding the Body: Culture\, Gender\, Creativity and Subversion. Anne’s writing has been published in Dance Magazine\, the Dance Insider\, the Journal of the American Dance Therapy Association\, Eating Disorders: Journal of Treatment & Prevention and the Encyclopedia of Mind-Body Disciplines among others. She is a body positive activist and supporter of the Health At Every Size ™ approach honoring diversity in size\, age\, race\, ethnicity\, gender\, dis/ability\, sexualities\, spiritualities\, class and all the attributes that make us human. URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/alternative-diet-culture/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180124T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180124T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170815T193927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171219T021414Z UID:718-1516818600-1516829400@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:What is Ayurveda - and what can it do for you? Dr Somesh Kaushik\, Ayurvedic ND DESCRIPTION:Ayurveda is a comprehensive system of healthcare that has been practiced in India for over five thousand years. It is thought to be the world’s oldest healing system and is commonly referred to as “mother of all sciences.” Ayurveda\, in Sanskrit\, means “science of life” (ayu means life\, and veda means knowledge of). Rooted in ancient books of wisdom\, the Vedas\, Ayurveda epitomizes a true body-mind approach to health and wellness. \nAyurveda defines health as a balance of body\, mind\, and spirit. When imbalance occurs\, ones outlook and approach to life suffers. And\, illness can result. When back in balance\, and with health restored\, ones outlook is in sync with life\, the environment\, and the well-ordered universe. \nTo determine whether a balance or imbalance is present\, Ayurveda uses the patient’s body-type or constitution (dosha) to make an assessment. In Ayurveda our dosha is made up of a combination of the five universal elements – space\, air\, water\, fire\, earth. Should one’s dosha become excessive or depleted a plan is formulated to correct the imbalance. \nAyurveda takes a holistic approach to healing: a regimen might include specific lifestyle and nutritional guidelines\, vitamin and mineral supplements\, herbs and homeopathy\, and a detox or cleansing program for toxins. Breathing techniques\, yoga exercises\, meditation and mantras might also be part of the plan. \nAyurveda is a healing regimen as well as a health maintenance program. And\, since imbalances can be detected before the manifestation of illness\, Ayurveda is an effective prevention program as well. Prevention is a main focus of Ayurveda. Overall\, Ayurveda is a way of life – a path to fulfillment\, health\, happiness\, harmony\, and bliss. \nAyurveda can be used integratively with western modalities. Dr. Kaushik combines the art of Ayurveda with the science of Naturopathy to create a unique approach for each individual. \n \n  \nSOMESH N. KAUSHIK\, ND\, BAMS\, MPH\, MPA\, E-RYT 500 \nAfter completing the 6 ½ years of schooling for his Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from Kurukshetra University\, India\, in 1983\, Dr. Kaushik worked as an Ayurvedic Medical Officer for two years. \nUpon moving to the United States in 1985\, Dr. Kaushik received his Masters of Public Health (MPH) and Masters of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Alabama in 1988. He then worked as an Epidemiologist and Director of HIV/AIDS Sero-surveillance Program with the Alabama Department of Public Health in Birmingham while maintaining an Ayurvedic practice. \nIn 1999 he moved to Connecticut and received his Doctor of Naturopathy (ND) from the University of Bridgeport\, CT in 2003. He taught Ayurvedic Medicine and Public Health at the College of Naturopathic Medicine\, University of Bridgeport\, as well as serving as the Director of Admissions there. He has been a faculty member with the University of Bridgeport\, Division of Health Sciences since 2001. Dr. Kaushik co-founded the Institute for Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Therapies in Fairfield\, CT in 2006. \nDr. Kaushik lectures on Ayurvedic Medicine at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine\, Portland\, OR\, as well as at various national and international symposiums and events. He also offers courses\, workshops\, lectures\, and training in Ayurvedic medicine locally. Dr. Kaushik is an approved continuing education provider for Yoga teachers through the YACEP (Yoga Alliance for Continuing Education Providers) and has achieved the highest Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher certificate having completed 500 hours of training (E-RYT 500). He includes therapeutic Yoga in his practice. \nEvery December\, Dr. Kaushik and his family travel to India to set up camps offering free medical care for underserved populations. He’d like to expand this service to other countries as well. \nDr. Kaushik brings his unique background as an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic practitioner with experience in public health and health education to this locality. He welcomes you into his wellness community. \nFor information contact:\nDr. Somesh N. Kaushik\n914-875-9088 clinic M\, T\, W; 646-670-6725 cell;\ndrkaushik@drkaushik.com; www.drkaushik.com \n  \n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/what-is-ayurveda/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171220T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170815T193837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171218T162654Z UID:716-1513794600-1513805400@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Validating the Afterlife with Roland Comtois DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT\nValidating the Afterlife with Roland Comtois \nThere are mediums and there are spiritual teachers. Roland Comtois bridges both callings with a visceral knowledge that there is more to our existence than life on this plane. Roland guides people beyond grief to accessing the love and hope of everlasting life. \nJoin us for a memorable night as Roland explores the questions that have mesmerized humanity since the beginning of time. Is there something beyond here? Is there life after death? Do our departed loved ones attempt to reach us through signs and messages? \nWith his Signature Purple Papers in hand\, Roland will share his story of how it all started.  How messages are delivered from our departed loved ones.  He will shepherd you through the  experience.  His words are divinely inspired and he gives a poignant demonstration of spiritual  connectivity; connections that are possible in every moment of time. \nA random  audience  member may receive personal messages that Roland has channeled from those on the other side. \n\nRoland Comtois is an acclaimed inspirational speaker\, spiritual medium and radio show host. He is the author of two books And Then There Was Heaven\, 16 Minutes\, and the co-author of 365 Days of Angel Prayers. Roland is currently under contract with Llewellyn Worldwide for his new book about the Purple Papers coming out in 2019. Roland is the Executive Producer and star of his one-man stage production Heaven the Experience. Roland is a professional healer and spiritual medium with over 30 years’ experience as a gerontology nurse\, Reiki Master\, metaphysical teacher and grief specialist. His expertise extends from the physical to the spiritual\, as he shares healing modalities and messages that nurture and balance mind\, body and soul. His mission is to help people find comfort in life in spite of loss\, show them how to move beyond grief with love and hope and to pass on the message that heaven and eternal love are real and always close at hand. He is the founder of the After Loss Expo\, now in its 11th year. His work is currently sought after by television production companies eager to showcase his signature Purple Papers. URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/roland-comtois-channel-extraordinaire/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171129T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171129T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170815T193332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171105T153046Z UID:712-1511980200-1511991000@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Penny Cohen\, The Erotic in Every Day Life DESCRIPTION:The Erotic in Every Day Life\n\n\n \n\n\n\nKSG – Strenthen your immune system\n\n\nKSG Annual Membership $75.00 USDONLY November KSG $20.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nWe cordially invite you to explore how to : \nCultivate Pleasure\nAppreciate Sensuality & Connection\nRegardless of Whether You Have a Partner or Fly Solo \nCultivate Pleasure\, Appreciate Sensuality and Connection \nEnjoy an evening of fun\, light-heartedness and connection as we experience eroticism in daily living and the supreme orgasm:  unconditional surrender and allowing sensations of love and creative inspiration to flow through you. As you receive more sensations of love and wisdom you automatically radiate love to others and spread joy. \nIn this presentation you’ll learn how to overcome your “Sensuality Deficit Disorder\,”™ open your heart\, feel closer to the people around you\, experience deep intimacy with your primary partner (and if not attract the right partner) and provide inspiration to your loved ones and those you counsel. \n\n\n\nPenny Cohen\, LCSW is a transformational psychotherapist\, marriage and couples counselor\, life\, career and spiritual coach and lecturer.  She’s the author of Personal Kabbalah  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/getting-on-top/2011/02/09/the-power-of-intention-with-penny-cohen-lcsw :  32 Paths To Inner Peace & Life Purpose. With her new project\, Transformation in 21 Minutes she offers new life changing secrets to overcome life burdens\, create your destiny\, and live life to the fullest with ease and joy. She works with individuals\, couples and groups\, in person\, onsite\, and on the phone.  Contact her at: Penny@PennyCohen.com or visit her on the web:  www.pennycohen.com \n\n\n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/penny-cohen-erotic-every-day-life/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171011T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171011T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170815T194210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T043025Z UID:724-1507746600-1507757400@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Strengthen your immune system with herbal medicine and healing foods with Herbalist Bonnie Rogers DESCRIPTION:Summer’s done and it’s time to build your immune system for the upcoming cold and flu season. \n\n \n\n\n\nKSG – Strenthen your immune system\n\n\nKSG Annual Membership $75.00 USDONLY October KSG $20.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe key to a functional\, strong immune system is balance.\nFood is Medicine and a Healthy immune system begins with feeding your body food that not only tastes great but will also sustain\, nourish\, and energize your body. \nThe increasing stress in our world is compromising our health and well-being.  Join Bonnie Rogers\, clinical herbalist and wellness coach as she introduces participants to herbs\, nutrition and “common sense” tips to build a strong\, healthy immune system\, reduce inflammation\, decrease stress and eliminate what doesn’t serve you. \nAs all who know who have taken Bonnie’s programs\, you will have the chance to taste various teas and foods to help balance your body for the new season which is now upon us. \nMaking simple shifts in your daily regimen can make powerful changes in your health!\nIf you are someone who has in the past suffered with seasonal colds\, influenza or SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) please join us to learn simple\, yet effective tools to combat these illnesses for you and your family. \nbio: Bonnie Rogers is an herbalist and health coach.  She brings her extensive knowledge and experience to her busy practice\, helping her clients with Stress and Anxiety\, Chronic Pain\, Gastro-intestinal issues that range from  Acid Reflux to IBS and Colitis\, Menopause and PMS symptoms to Sexual Pain and Dryness and so much more. \nRecently\, Bonnie has added Bemer Therapy to her practice to help increase general blood flow\, increase oxygenation and nutrients to all cells and improve metabolic waste removal.  All of this can help circulation\, mental accuity\, stress reduction and relaxation \nBonnie can be reached at 914-923-4346.  www.bonniesherbals.com or\nby setting up a 15 minute get acquainted session by clicking here URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/strengthen-your-immune-system/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Echinacea-purpurea-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170820T025921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T025602Z UID:760-1506537000-1506547800@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Awaken Your Sensational! Unearth Your Mirth through Francine Shore's Laughter Yoga Wellness Workout DESCRIPTION:With all the anger in the world lately we often don’t have something to laugh at but with laughter yoga we learn how to laugh for the health of it. \nLaughter yoga (Hasya yoga) is a practice involving prolonged voluntary laughter.  There is laughing for no reason at all\, no jokes needed. Laughter Yoga combines yogic breathing and intentional laughter along with meditation to aid  with connection to yourself and others.  It is a perfect tool to de-stress and bring upon a peace and calm in yourself and others. \nLaughter Yoga is based on Yogic principles (no yoga mat or lying on the floor needed).  It involves laughter exercises \, movement \, intermittent stretching and deep breathing and we close with a seated laughter meditation. \nLet’s learn to Let Go\, Laugh in the face of adversity and find your inner sexy! \nSign up Now for either your yearly membership or for just Francine’s program \n \n\n\n\nYou Choose Sept program or Annual Membership\n\n\nLaughter Yoga – Francine Shore 9/27 $20.00 USDKSG Annual Membership $75.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nResearch has shown that Laughter Yoga has a myriad of health benefits: \n\nIt strengthens your immune system \nDecreases depression \nDecreases anxiety \nLowers blood pressure\nDelivers oxygen to all the cells in the body\nIs a natural pain analgesic\, etc.\n\n  \nClick here to watch a fabulous great segment Hoda did on the Today show recently with Francine and others on laughter yoga \nSo come giggle and gaffaw with an us with an evening of laughter yoga. \n  \nFrancine Shore is a Laughter Yoga Coach and Counselor and has been awarded the coveted Laughter Ambassador award by the founder of the Laughter Yoga movement- She teaches people to unleash their joy and playfulness while laughing in the face of adversity . Francine  has been featured in several print and TV media and recently on NBC’s Today Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda. \nwww.laughteryogasalonnyc.com \n  \n\n\n\n\nGreat article in the Huffington Post on Francine and Laughter Yoga  (click here) URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/laughter-yoga-francine-shore/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170621T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170621T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170202T204039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170529T215204Z UID:586-1498069800-1498080600@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:EYES… AND THE BRAIN A Holistic Approach to Vision Care DESCRIPTION:Vision is so much more than 20/20 eyesight! \n\n\n\n\nBehavioral Optometrist\, Dr. Samantha Slotnick\, explores the eye-brain connection in an interactive seminar.  Learn how to reduce visual stress and enjoy more efficient\, effective use of your own vision\, at any age.  Don’t miss this exciting\, educational\, hands-on workshop. \nIn this lively\, hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn how to assess\, test for and distinguish visual conditions that keep some individuals from engaging in sustained\, visually-centered activities.  You’ll have an opportunity to practice tests on other participants and ask about your own concerns. \nDr. Samantha Slotnick has a diverse background\, with undergraduate roots in behavioral psychology as well as physical chemistry\, and post-graduate training in behavioral optometry and vision science. This dual training in art and science is the foundation for her thorough\, balanced approach to patient care\, maintaining attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture. \nHer private behavioral optometry practice is in Scarsdale\, NY\, providing a whole-person\, holistic approach to vision care\, for all ages.  She specializes in pediatric care and vision development\, offering vision therapy and rehabilitation for children – and adults –with vision problems which interfere with reading\, learning\, attention\, performance and efficiency. \nDr. Slotnick obtained her doctorate from the SUNY College of Optometry\, and went on to complete her residency in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation\, also at SUNY\, along with advanced studies in Vision Science.  She continued her academic and practical training\, attaining Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry and the College of Optometrists in Vision Development.  She remains involved in vision research as a consultant.  Recent projects include advanced retinal scanning technology in the identification of Parkinson Disease\, and visual perceptual changes in face recognition following acquired brain injury. \nWithin her profession\, Dr. Slotnick has lectured internationally\, leading advanced seminars and workshops for optometrists and vision therapists\, with an emphasis on vision training for patients with Strabismus (eye turns) and compromised binocular vision. She also lectures to general optometrists on myopia control\, and optometric management of patients with special needs. \nLocally\, Dr. Slotnick is engaged in a grassroots effort to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of vision problems\, and their impact on children’s ability to fulfill their own potential.  These interactive workshops are designed for parents\, with extended programs available for professionals in allied health care fields\, teachers and educators. \nDr. Slotnick’s authorship includes recent chapter publications in: Visual Diagnosis and Care of the Patient with Special Needs\, and Vision Therapy Success Stories from Around the World. Dr. Slotnick sits on the Peer Review Board of Vision Development and Rehabilitation\, the quarterly publication of COVD. She also serves on the organizational board of the Eastern States Optometric Congress\, supporting professional development with an annual educational program dedicated to vision therapy and vision development. URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/586/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170510T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170510T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170425T151709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170425T151925Z UID:661-1494441000-1494451800@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Katonah Study Group Healing and Silent Auction evening DESCRIPTION:Katonah Study Group invites you to join us for a fun and exciting event: \nOur Healing and  Silent Auction evening to benefit the Integrative Health Division of Northern Westchester Hospital\n\nNote: ALL funds that are raised for this evening including the cost of the event will be donated to the hospital.  I have included another paypal button if you would like to make a separate donation with your registration (or even if you can’t attend – we so appreciate all the hospital has done for our organization – this is us giving back) \nSign up Now   or if you are a member please click here to email us and let us know you are joining us\n\n \nWant to make a donation:\n\n \nThis months meeting will be a change from our standard meeting and we hope that all of you will come out for it. \n  \nMay 10th we are having a healing and auction evening. Proceeds from the auction will be going to the Integrative Health Division of Northern Westchester Hospital. \nThere will be eight presenters doing a variety of healings including: \n\nPast life readings\nFinding Joy\nCreating your own space\nIssues Resolution Processing ™\nReiki\nBemer technology – increasing circulation in the body\nand others.\n\nIt promises to be a fun evening.  Everyone will have a chance to have multiple healing sessions\, we will have food and a silent auction and all monies will be going to the hospital. \nWe are looking for donations for the auction. If you are willing to offer a free client session\, book or any products or other service\, it will give you exposure and we certainly would appreciate it. It’s a win/win for all. \nIf you’d like to make a donation of any kind\, contact Bonnie Rogers 914-923-4346 or Penny Cohen: 914-764-1708. \nWe’re Looking forward to seeing you on May 10th. URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/katonah-study-group-healing-silent-auction-evening/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170323T234240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T204856Z UID:621-1492626600-1492637400@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:The Healing Power of Nature: Preventive\, Restorative and Therapeutic Benefits of Contact with the Natural World. DESCRIPTION:Kurt Beil\, ND\, LAc\, MPH presents:  The Healing Power of Nature: Preventive\, Restorative and Therapeutic Benefits of Contact with the Natural World. \nTime in nature is more than just a walk in the park.  A variety of research fields\, including clinical medicine\, epidemiology\, psychoneuroendocrinology\, and environmental psychology\, are demonstrating that contact with natural environments has preventive\, restorative and therapeutic potential for addressing diseases such as depression\, ADHD\, and cardiovascular disease.  This session will explore the evidence and practice of nature-based “ecotherapy” through paradigms of stress-reduction\, attention-restoration\, and salutogenesis (i.e. holistic health promotion).  Case studies and clinical techniques will be shared.  The session will conclude with a description of clinical programs and health policy initiatives that are incorporating this approach. \nLearning objectives: \n\nBecome familiar with relevant terms\, including biophilia\, shinrinyoku\, ecopsychology\, etc…\nKnow the pathological conditions for which an ecotherapeutic approach may be beneficial\nAcquire clinical knowledge & skills for utilizing ecotherapeutic techniques with patients\nRecognize the current programs and policies that are incorporating these techniques\nUnderstand the potential for wider inclusion of this approach within the medical professions\n\n  \n  \nDr. Kurt Beil is a clinician and researcher who has lectured and published widely on the topic of “health in nature”.  He is adjunct research faculty at NCNM (his alma mater) where he has taught classes on Environmental Medicine & Health\, Microbiology and Public Health\, and Stress Management.  His Masters of Public Health degree focused on urban green space as a sustainable integrative-medicine health-promotion strategy.  Dr. Beil maintains a clinical practice in Westchester County\, and “walks his talk” by hiking and camping in his native Hudson Valley as often as he possibly can. \n  \n  \n  \nKurt Beil\, ND\, LAc\, MPH\nHudson Valley Natural Health\nThe Center for Health and Healing\n4 Smith Ave\, 2nd Floor  Mount Kisco\, NY 10549 \nwww.hudsonvalleynaturalhealth.com\nwww.center4healing.net\ndrkurt@earthlink.net \n(914) 362-8315 \n  URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/healing-power-nature/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170215T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170215T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20170201T012639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T012025Z UID:572-1487183400-1487194200@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:How NWHC & Providers Can Work Together DESCRIPTION:Healthy Living – Hospital\, Providers & the Public\nHow NWHC & Providers Can Work Together\nBe a part of the Think Tank on Healing\nTo sign up for this program please email us\n\nWhat is healthy living? \nAnd\, can we better embrace a community devoted to good health? \nHospitals contribute only a fraction to the health of our communities – an important fraction\, but a fraction nevertheless. \nHealthy eating\, lowering stress\, education\, exercise and sense of purpose can all be more determinative of how long and how well we live. We have known this for years\, but contemporary medicine is only now waking up to the concept of healthy living in ways that were unthinkable a few years ago. \nWhat new integrative concepts have been adopted by our hospital that take us to a new level of healing? The hospital’s role is not just about healing but now prevention and follow-up care to keep our community healthy. \nWhat questions and concerns do you have about your health care in the future? \nWe need your voice! Get a chance to finally network with hospital officials and community resources. \n  \n  \nOn Wednesday\, February 15th\, Joel Seligman\, CEO and Doctor Marla Koroly\, Medical Director of Northern Westchester Hospital will lead a think tank/focus group for us all to think about where medicine is – and where it needs to go. \nDr. Marla Koroly received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania\, where she was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She subsequently attended medical school at New York University School of Medicine\, with membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society\, and completed her internal medicine residency at New York University Medical Center. \nDr. Koroly is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Koroly served as the Medical Director of Beth Israel’s DOCS/Continuum Medical Group practices from 1993 through 2004\, when she left her practice to accept the position as Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer at Northern Westchester Hospital. During her time in practice she participated as a principal investigator in several clinical trials related to the care of patients with diabetes and hypertension. \nDr. Koroly has been an active member of the American College of Physicians and is currently the council representative for the Hudson Valley Region of the New York Chapter. \nJoel Seligman is the President and CEO of Northern Westchester Hospital (NWH).  He has dedicated his career to the healthcare industry\, serving in numerous roles at The Mount Sinai Hospital and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center before assuming the leadership of NWH in 2001.  He received his Bachelor of Science degree at Boston University and his MBA and Masters of Public Health from Columbia University. \nJoel has developed vital partnerships with other organizations\, including the Stellaris Health Network\, NewYork-Presbyterian Healthcare System\, the Visiting Nurse Association\, the Open Door of Ossining\, and the Planetree Alliance\, a national organization committed to holistic and patient-centered care.  He worked diligently with our Board of Trustees over the past year to finalize and implement a new partnership with Northwell Health\, formerly the North Shore-LIJ Health System\, which became effective in January 2015. \nAmong his many positions and activities\, Joel was also a member on the Planetree Board of Directors and is currently on the Advisory Board of Hope’s Door\, an organization that seeks to end domestic abuse.  Joel was selected to serve as a Board of Director for NonProfit Westchester (NPW)\, an organization whose mission is to strengthen the capacity\, impact and visibility of the nonprofit sector in Westchester County.  In 2015\, Joel was chosen to participate on the National Academy of Medicine’s Patient and Family Leadership Network.  He is the 2004 recipient of Visiting Nurse Association of Hudson Valley’s Ellen Wood Health Care Award\, the 2005 Mt Kisco Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year\, and the 2007 American Diabetes Association’s Father of the Year. \nIt is time to roll up our sleeves and talk. \nWe need to work together. \nPlease come to this truly important event. \n  \n  \n  \nTo sign up for this program please email us URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/how-nwhc-providers-can-work-together/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms C & D\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20161207T024220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161207T030039Z UID:560-1484764200-1484775000@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Deirdre Breen: An introduction to Dosha Coaching DESCRIPTION:Elements and actions of personalized health\n\n\n\n\nThis dynamic evening promises to invigorate your understanding of the elements of health\, and the specific actions that support personal well being.  Based on the ancient twin sciences of Ayurveda and Yoga\, coupled with the modern discoveries in neuroplasticity – the science of the brain’s resilience\,  this evening will bring you face to face with your elemental nature.  You’ll learn  about your Dosha\, and its constitutional (prakriti) and lifestyle (vrikriti) expressions.  In an engaging session full of discovery and learning about  Ayurveda’s TriDosha Philosophy of kapha\, pitta\, vata; the breath of the nervous system; and how to  build resilience\, Deirdre will conduct  a group coaching session that delivers essential  knowledge and invokes  behaviors  that will enhance your understanding and  willingness to truly and effectively care for yourself. \nDeirdre Breen is a Duke Certified Integrative Health Coach\, ISHTA Certified Master Yoga Teacher\, (Integrate Science of Hatha Tantra and Ayurveda)\,  Reiki Master Trainer\, ordained minister of spiritual counseling\, trained addictions counselor\, and founder of Self-Care Institute\, Inc\, an organization dedicated to improving health-care through  self-care.   Her interest and dedication to health and healing both personally and professionally spans over 30 years.  Her training at Duke Integrative Medicine emphasized the mandate of health behavior change as the root of health and healing.  As a result  Deirdre developed a dynamic approach to health and healing she calls Dosha Coaching which blends her extensive knowledge and training in health coaching\, yoga\, Ayurveda\, meditation and addiction recovery.  Dosha Coaching supports individuals in understanding the elements of health\, the behaviors that nourish\, protect and preserve well being\, and incoevaporatest scientific discoveries in neuroplasticity – the ability of the brain to transform.  A native of Katonah\,  Deirdre’s professional and volunteer work expresses a deep connection to nature and the imperative of natural settings to facilitate healing.   Her healing service ranges from yoga and meditation classes\, lifestyle study groups\, health education\, personalize health planning and year long sustain inquiries in to whole person health at libraries\,  yoga studios\, private homes and community groups. She serves on the executive board of Katonah Village Improvement Society and developed the Katonah Inspired Body-Mind Series that showcases healing modalities\, celebrates seasonal equinox and solstice events\, conducts personalized health planning classes and produces the Katonah’s Annual Health Forum  – a public platform for community health initiatives – now in its fourth year. Deirdre can be reached through her website: www.deirdrebreen.info\, or by email at serenitybreathxo@gmail.com URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/an-introduction-to-dosha-coaching/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms A & B\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161214T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161214T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T180513 CREATED:20140918T185132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161025T024409Z UID:315-1481740200-1481751000@test.katonahstudygroup.org SUMMARY:Roland Comtois - The Power of Eternal Love DESCRIPTION:Roland Comtois\n\n\nRoland ONLY $20.00 USDYearly Membership $65.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nRoland Comtois\nThe Power of Eternal Love\n“Love transcends time and space.”\nJoin best-selling speaker and author Roland Comtois for a spiritual and sacred discussion about the power and hope of eternal love. Love is the vehicle that gives us permission to expand above the possibility into the arms of reality.  It teaches us that beyond a shadow of a doubt lies a permanent soul marker encouraging us to live\, to breathe and to become who we are. It gives us the strength to remember each other even when the last day has long passed. Love that begins its journey here\, reawakens in the next place\, is reconnected and remembered\, eternally. Humanity is at the doorway to extraordinary evolution. The power of eternal love has the ability to shed the grief\, to open the heart\, to heal the body\, to remove the fear\, to expand the consciousness\, and to awaken the knowing. Most importantly\, love is a gift channeled\, given and exchanged here\, so that tomorrow may be better\, stronger and more peaceful. Come together\, heart to heart\, soul to soul and breathe in the power of eternal love… \nDuring this presentation Roland may be demonstrating channeled messages\, plus sharing his documented Purple Papers with pre-recorded messages on them.\n \nRoland Comtois is a nationally acclaimed inspirational speaker\, spiritual medium\, and radio host. He is the author of two books And Then There Was Heaven\, a memoir chronicling the author’s personal near death experience and the after-life insights that define his life today\, and 16 Minutes\, a poignant personal journal about the last earthly moments between a mother and son and a guidebook through grief. Roland is a professional healer and spiritual medium with over 30 years experience as a gerontology nurse\, Reiki Master\, metaphysical teacher and grief specialist. His expertise extends from the physical to the spiritual\, as he shares healing modalities and messages that nurture and balance mind\, body and soul. His mission is to help people find comfort in life in spite of loss\, show them how to move beyond grief with love and hope and to pass on the message that heaven and eternal love are real and always close at hand.  He is the founder of Talk Stream Spiritual Radio\, and the After Loss Expo\, now in its 9th year. His work is currently sought after by television production companies eager to showcase his signature “Purple Papers.” URL:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/event/roland-comtois-the-power-of-eternal-love/ LOCATION:Northern Westchester Hospital – conference rooms A & B\, 400 E Main Street\, Mt Kisco\, NY\, 10549\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.katonahstudygroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/roland.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Katonah Study Group":MAILTO:katonahstudygroup@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR