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SUMMARY:Breathe Deep: Mindful Breathing for Health\, Spirit and Earth
DESCRIPTION:Mindfully breath during this four-week series at Prairiewoods \nWhat if the doorway to calm\, clarity\, and connection has been with you all along — flowing quietly in and out with every breath?Breath is the most constant rhythm of our lives. It shapes our blood pressure\, digestion\, stress levels\, anxiety\, and overall well-being. Yet most of us move through our days scarcely noticing this quiet miracle that sustains us moment by moment. \nThis May\, we invite you to pause. \nHeld within the beauty and healing presence of the land\, Breathe Deep: Mindful Breathing for Health\, Spirit\, and Earth offers a gentle\, grounding journey back to the sacred rhythm already living within you. Together we will rediscover the wisdom of breath — the steady rise and fall that nourishes body\, calms the nervous system\, and reconnects us to Earth’s living community.Across cultures and spiritual traditions\, breath has long been known as sacred medicine. Science now confirms what ancient wisdom has always taught: conscious breathing slows the heart\, quiets the mind\, reduces stress\, and awakens a deep sense of presence. \nIn this nurturing four-week series\, we will explore simple yet powerful breathing practices that help us return to balance and awareness. Surrounded by prairie\, trees\, and sky\, we will remember that our breath is not separate from Earth’s breath. With every inhale we receive life; with every exhale we return gratitude. \nHere\, breathing becomes prayer.Breathing becomes presence.Breathing becomes communion with the living Earth.Come breathe deeply.Come breathe wisely.Come breathe with Earth. \nYou may receive: \n\nSimple\, accessible mindful breathing practices you can use anytime\, anywhere\nA deeper sense of calm\, clarity\, and presence in daily life\nPractical ways to ease stress and invite balance into body\, mind\, and spirit\nAn understanding of how conscious breathing supports overall health and well-being\nRenewed connection to Earth’s rhythms through the shared breath of trees\, prairie\, and sky\nSpace to experience breath as both prayer and communion—linking self to community and human to Earth\n\nFor single-session registration at $20 per session please call (319) 395-6700 or email ecospirit@prairiewoods.org. \nRegister Now: \nhttps://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=26PHD34500
URL:https://prairiewoods.org/calendar/breathe-deep-mindful-breathing-for-health-spirit-and-earth/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods
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SUMMARY:World Labyrinth Day: Walk as One at 1
DESCRIPTION:Walk the indoor labyrinth\, an ancient spiritual tool for going inward and connecting with Spirit \nTuesday\, May 5\, 1–2 p.m. U.S. Central Time \nOn Tuesday May 5th\, thousands of people will participate in the annual World Labyrinth Day as a moving meditation for peace and celebration of the labyrinth experience. Many participants will “Walk as One at 1” by walking a labyrinth at 1 p.m. local time to create a rolling wave of peaceful energy passing from one time zone to the next around the globe. \nWhether you are familiar with labyrinths or new to the idea of non-maze labyrinth paths\, all are welcome to take part. If you are new to walking simple instructions will be available. You have two choices for your walk – in our conference room using our canvas labyrinth or our outdoor labyrinth. The indoor labyrinth will be available all afternoon on Tuesday May 5th. \nA free-will offering will be gratefully accepted on the next screen. \nRegister Now: \nhttps://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=26PWS33772
URL:https://prairiewoods.org/calendar/world-labyrinth-day-walk-as-one-at-1/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Rd)
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SUMMARY:What's This Mindfulness Stuff All About Anyway?
DESCRIPTION:Get brief introductions to aspects of mindfulness and self-compassion during a four-week series \nThis will be our fifth series—and there is still so much more to discover. Whether you’ve participated in a previous series or are joining for the very first time\, you are warmly invited into this circle of learning and practice. \nTogether we will explore mindfulness as a way of living more awake to the present moment—within ourselves\, with one another\, and in relationship with the living Earth that sustains us. In the midst of busy lives\, mindfulness invites us to slow down\, listen deeply\, and rediscover the wisdom already present in our bodies\, our breath\, and the rhythms of the natural world. \nJoin this welcoming community of practitioners as we explore a variety of mindfulness practices each week. Through reflection\, conversation\, and experiential activities\, you will discover simple practices you can carry into your everyday life—helping you cultivate greater presence\, compassion\, and awareness in the ordinary moments of your days. \nSession Themes:May 5 – What Is Mindfulness? Exploring Mindful Eating and the sacred connection between nourishment\, gratitude\, and Earth’s abundance.May 12 – Be Right Where You Are: Practicing mindful speaking and listening as pathways to deeper presence and authentic connection.May 19 – Mindfully Cultivating Kindness amid Grief: Gently tending the heart and discovering compassion for ourselves and others in times of loss.May 26 – Mindfully Moving to Become Still: Exploring simple mindful movement that helps the body settle\, the mind quiet\, and the spirit return to center. \nCome as you are. Leave each week with practices that help you live more intentionally\, breathe more deeply\, and walk more gently upon the Earth. \nThe cost of this four-part series is $75. Please call (319) 395-6700 or email ecospirit@prairiewoods.org with questions or if you are interested in joining single sessions. \nRegister Now: \nhttps://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=26PWS34487
URL:https://prairiewoods.org/calendar/whats-this-mindfulness-stuff-all-about-anyway/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Rd)
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