
10/14/2012
Opening to Connection
Ran Baron
What does it mean to be sexually free? Is sexual freedom attainable?
Does it involve lots of sex or many different partners? How did we learn to to
repress our most vital energy and what do so many religions have to do
with this topic. Is there truly a way to full sexual expression? And if so,
how do we go about it. To answer these questions and many others, we are going to
follow the Tantric thread, and delve into this life affirming spiritual path to
shed some light onto what it truly means to be free.
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10/13/2012
Navigating the Waters of Open Relationships
Ran Baron
Do you feel like you might be ready for an open relationship?
Do you have a partner who is skeptical or unsure? Do you have mixed feelings of
excitement and also fear that even the discussion of something other than
monogamy could be opening up Pandora`s box? During this workshop we will discuss
what different relationship dynamics can look like, tackle issues like jealousy,
managing your time, how to create rules or agreements that work for both of you.
Give you new ideas to help you open your heart and body to more than one person
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10/12/2012
Sexual Freedom
Ran Baron
What does it mean to be sexually free? Is sexual freedom attainable?
Does it involve lots of sex or many different partners? How did we learn to to
repress our most vital energy and what do so many religions have to do
with this topic. Is there truly a way to full sexual expression? And if so,
how do we go about it. To answer these questions and many others, we are going to
follow the Tantric thread, and delve into this life affirming spiritual path to
shed some light onto what it truly means to be free.
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09/20/2012
Sexual Freedom
Ran Baron
What does it mean to be sexually free? Is sexual freedom attainable? Does it involve lots of sex or many different partners? How did we learn to to repress our most vital energy and what do so many religions have to do with this topic. Is there truly a way to full sexual expression? And if so, how do we go about it. To answer these questions and many others, we`re going to follow the Tantric thread, and delve into this life affirming spiritual path to shed some light onto what it truly means to be free.
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09/12/2012
Journey into Yoga
Ran Baron
We can stand on our heads, stretch and pretzel our bodies into weird positions, we meditate, breathe and even Ommm. But is that really what Yoga is all about? What lies within this immense body of knowledge, what does this mystical path hold and where does it truly come from. Come join us for a fascinating evening of journeying into this ancient path.
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05/20/2012
The Tantric Story of the Ultimate Love Affair
Ran Baron
This evening’s Puja is dedicated to women. Though the presentation starts off with an introduction to some of the esoteric practices of Tantra to give us a context for the Puja, we will soon switch gears and actually engage in this heartening practice. We will use breath, movement, sound, all given to us with ample instructions, enriching each experience throughout the ceremony. You may find yourself turning inwards and becoming aware of abundant love and innate beauty that is part of your being.
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05/08/2012
The Tantric Story of the Ultimate Love Affair
Ran Baron
This evening’s Puja is dedicated to women. Though the presentation starts off with an introduction to some of the esoteric practices of Tantra to give us a context for the Puja, we will soon switch gears and actually engage in this heartening practice. We will use breath, movement, sound, all given to us with ample instructions, enriching each experience throughout the ceremony. You may find yourself turning inwards and becoming aware of abundant love and innate beauty that is part of your being.
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04/11/2012
The Tantric Story of the Ultimate Love Affair
Ran Baron
This evening’s Puja is dedicated to women. Though the presentation starts off with an introduction to some of the esoteric practices of Tantra to give us a context for the Puja, we will soon switch gears and actually engage in this heartening practice. We will use breath, movement, sound, all given to us with ample instructions, enriching each experience throughout the ceremony. You may find yourself turning inwards and becoming aware of abundant love and innate beauty that is part of your being.
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01/15/2012
Tantra - The Story of a True Myth
Ran Baron
Monkeys jumping over the ocean, villains disguised as Bambi, drunkard saints and confused Zen monks... In this talk we'll be delving into the mythical world of the ancient wisdom of the east, expressing deep Tantric truths as hidden in the numerous scriptures and timeless texts. We'll find out why top secrets can only be shared while shouting and how Tantrikas use their voice to communicate so directly that even the gods tremble in their presence.
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11/07/2011
Ten Bulls of Zen
Ran Baron
What does it mean to be a spiritual seeker, what does walking a spiritual path mean? what is the source of suffering? how do we overcome or transcend our desires?! -- We'll answer these questions by exploring the timeless illustrative drawings of Zen master Kakuan.
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11/07/2011
Bulls, Tails and Sitting in front of a Wall
Ran Baron
We're confronted with so many "spiritual" truths... intentions, attentions, invocations of mantras and mystical chants. How do we make sense of it all?! How do we relate these timeless truths to our own daily lives? Do I become a Yogi by going to a Yoga class? Am I a Zen monk if I meditate on my couch at home – or even chime on a gong?
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09/21/2011
Meditation 102 - Basics and Beyond
Ran Baron and Ronen Divon
In this event, guided by Ran Baron and Ronen Divon, we will continue to discuss and experience basic techniques leading to meditation. Discussion will include questions such as where did meditation originate? Is meditation a religious practice? How can I apply meditation in my every-day life?
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05/18/2011
Insights into the Ten Bulls of Kakuan
Ran Baron
In this lecture we will be exploring the path of the mystics, their dilemmas, conflicts and moments of clarity. What does it mean to seek for truth? What does it mean to walk a spiritual path? Using the timeless illustrative Tomikichiro Tokuriki wood prints inspired by the original drawings of master Kakuan, we will go through the 10 steps on the path of a truth seeker. Drawing in, but not limited to, the timeless teachings of Zen, we shall try to expand our perspective on this exciting topic.
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04/03/2011
Why Jesus Never Used The Bathroom
Ran Baron and Ronen Divon
The mind will do everything in its power to focus on anything other than that which frightens it most - itself. As long as we see the Guru, Buddha, Jesus, or the Rabbi sitting up there, on an unattainable throne, we, meaning our minds, are safe and there is no need to change.
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04/03/2011
The Closet Monster
Ronen Divon and Ran Baron
Daddy is called in to explain that there is none. As proof, Dad turns the lights on and opens the closet door. And indeed, no monsters are visible. Yet this does not make the fear go away. What the youngster knows, that the grownup does not, is that whatever is hiding in the closet is very evasive.
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