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Join me for a 6 week journey that bridges ancient wisdom and modern wellness coaching. This course is designed for those seeking to navigate life’s transitions with more clarity, intention, and ease. Each session is designed to engage both the body and the mind. We begin with 45 minutes of Somatic Grounding—utilizing gentle breathwork, guided meditation, and chair-supported movement to calm the nervous system and sharpen focus. The second half of the class transitions into a Professional Coaching Workshop. We will explore the 6 Pillars of Mindful Living and learn how to apply these timeless principles to our daily habits, relationships, and state of being. Come to explore and discover what is possible for you.

What to buy, when should you buy new devices, and basic usage of devices. Most frequently used apps will also be covered in class.

This class will be for beginning users or students who may be interested in purchasing apple devices.

iPad's will be available for use in class for anyone who does not own one.

FREE CLASS FOR OLLI MEMBERS!

Are you curious about…. How did traditional dances of Bulgaria get preserved during 400 years of Ottoman occupation? What’s the difference between social and ritual dances? In what formation were dances done in ancient Greece? Why can dances in which dancers strike sticks together be found in diverse regions of the world? After a brief warm up (often improvisational movement) we devote a few minutes to exercises to maintain posture, balance and strength then learn dance step patterns for traditional dances from multiple cultural traditions. We also learn a bit about the history and communities that generated the dances. Čočeks, Horas, waltzes, Sârbas, Pravos, Kolos keep our hearts, knees and feet gaily moving to a variety of rhythms. Dance incorporates social, cardio, cognitive and expressive activity—an ideal combination to maintain lifelong health. Comfortable shoes that allow for lateral movement and turning on a responsive wooden floor are recommended.. Your OLLI membership is required. The class is FREE

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

“When you read a short story, you come out a little more aware and a little more in love with the world around you.” — George Saunders If you want to read short stories that leave an impact long after reading them, sign up for “Four Stories, Four Weeks” to discuss a classic or contemporary work each week in the company of readers who enjoy storytelling in the short form.

FREE EVENT FOR OLLI MEMBERS

I just published a book that should be of interest to OLLI members. In Justice Across Generations my co-author and I develop a theory of intergenerational justice - what we owe to each other across age groups and what we owe the future yet to be born - and apply it to several public policy areas, namely education, the development of AI, the national debt, climate change, and race. Your participation is appreciated! .

Turn life wisdom into positive change. We invite lifelong learners to become community leaders who spark hope and action for community wellbeing. We will explore the science behind the social determinants of health, the common good, and how movements grow. Working in a collaborative pod, we will design a real-world community service project. Connect with an opportunity to join the growing Lifewell Sharing Movement as Los Angeles prepares for LA28.

This course takes you on a journey through the stories of resistance and rebellion among enslaved people in the Americas. We’ll dive into famous uprisings like the Haitian Revolution, the Amistad Rebellion, and Nat Turner’s Uprising, as well as some lesser-known fights for freedom in places like Brazil, Cuba, and the Guianas. You’ll get to look at firsthand accounts and expert research to figure out what drove these movements, how they were organized, and what they accomplished.

CLASS TIME  CHANGE - 10:00 - 11:30 AM

In this six-week course, we’ll be exploring different methods for creating our ultimate well-being. Some of the possible topics (subject to change): Journaling Ourselves to Wellness, The Benefits of Tea, Creativity Heals, All About Oracle Cards, and a Crystal Grid for Release. Each class will also feature an active meditation such as new ways to nurture the self, expanding possibilities to release our old thinking patterns, and saying good-bye to the past once and for all. Please bring your journal to the first class session

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Learn tips and tricks to use your devices more effectively or efficiently. How to use control center, app switcher, Siri, how to get free apps, get phone life daily tip, show health app, internet reader version, downloads, search, add to home screen, find my app, and many other shortcuts.

Class will cover basic information on traveling by car, cruising, plane, packing, and travel insurance. Review Apps that are available to help with travel plans. Using the internet, Siri and apps to help plan travel. How to use your apple devices when traveling.

iPads are available for classroom use

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Do you want to feel younger, look younger, and supercharge your brain? Do you want to improve your posture, stand taller, and walk or move with more ease, and diminish back, neck discomfort? Practicing the ancient art of yoga has produced these results for ages!!