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Morning Meditation with Myosho

Start your day with serenity! Join us for a morning meditation in our Zen garden. Set the tone for your day as you embody the practice of stillness and quietude. Connect to inner peace and harmony, which are always resident within.

This is a free event with limited space, so book now.

Layers and/or a sun hat can be helpful depending on the weather. Bring your own cushion. Any questions contact Ginny at myosho@sonic.net.

 

ABOUT MYOSHO GINNY MATTHEWS

Myosho Ginny Matthews finds her life’s support in the three pillars of family, spiritual practice, and her work as a dancer/choreographer and teacher. She was a student of Kyozan Joshu Sasaki, Roshi for 40 years taking ordination in 2000 and supporting Myoko Ni Sorin, a women’s practice center, co-founding Dharma Heart Center and leading women’s retreats at various centers in the USA and Canada. Concurrently she has had a 50 year career as a professional dancer/choreographer/teacher and is the director of Downtown Dance/Art Space in Sebastopol. She is a graduate of the Sati Center’s Buddhist Chaplaincy program and continues to serve her extended Buddhist sangha as well as her local community. Her marriage of 52 years, 3 adult sons, and 3 grandchildren provide a rich and deep family life.

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Biophilia Experience – Spa Transformation Day with Alice Duvernell and Feather Redtail

Join us for a full day designed for optimal transformation. 

Morning session Includes the quintessential Osmosis experience; a cedar enzyme footbath, guided meditation, a Swedish massage and lunch!

In the afternoon, reconnect with nature’s healing gifts in an immersive experience led by Alice Duvernell and Feather Redtail. Through ceremonial ritual, sound healing and pure botanical waters, sourced from locally grown, organic plants, Alice and Feather will guide you on a journey into sensory healing. You will be introduced to the principles of alchemy in the natural world as well as in the soul and body, realizing that we are all reflections of these principles that live in and around us.

You will partake in the custom making of a fresh, highly mineralized botanical skin treatment mask and be introduced to the uses of these gentle yet potent medicinal waters and the magical plants they are made from. These pure distillates bring balance, composure, and a caress to the mind and heart, perfect for those sensitive to chemicals and strong scents. During this delightful experience in the magical Osmosis Creekside Ceremonial Circle, you will also receive a soothing sound bath, as well as a sacred cacao ceremony. Embrace the transformative power of Biophilia as you find a new pathway to unite with nature’s wisdom and your own body intelligence. Participants will take home a locally made botanic flower water as well as your customized facial mask.

Alice Encinas Duvernell is a visionary French ethno-botanist and the creator of Biophilia. Her passion for the natural world shines through her dedication as a teacher, formulator, and spiritual plant guide, empowering individuals to discover their own natural solutions and forge deep connections with their nutrition, art of living, and personal philosophy. 

Feather Redtail – Holistic Energetic Practitioner & Ceremonialist
Rev. Feather Rose Marie is a wisdom-keeper of the divine feminine arts, Kundalini energy healing, and ritual ceremony. She is a practitioner, teacher and healer that employs sound healing in her sessions and teachings. Feather has developed her practice over the last 25 years to reconnect the innate intelligence of the body through energy healing.

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Horticultural Garden Tours with Michael Alliger and Michael Stusser

A 2-hour-long guided tour of the Osmosis meditation garden will be conducted by Osmosis founder Michael Stusser and tree pruning expert Michael Alliger. This garden makes extensive use of stone, water and deer resistant plants to express the tranquil feeling of a Japanese style design.

Visitors will be treated to an in-depth look at the underlying Zen themes built into the rock arrangements and pond layout, as well as information about the planting themes and plant materials. The garden has been built over a period of many years and was designed by the preeminent Japanese landscape designer, Robert Ketchell, of Britain. The garden was built by the late Steve Stucky, landscaper and Zen Priest.

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Harvest Harmony Locals Night

Harvest Harmony Locals Night: Mini Spa Treatments, Small Bites, Local Wine

Join us on Wednesday, October 16th at Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary for an unforgettable evening of relaxation and conviviality. This exclusive event is the first of the season!

Indulge in mini spa treatments that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Our skilled therapists will be on hand to provide you with heart centered healing, tailored to your preferences. Whether you choose a relaxing massage or a revitalizing facial, you’ll be in for a treat.

While you unwind, savor the delectable flavors of our small bites, a delightful array of appetizers and finger foods.

Local vintner TBD!

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to relax, indulge, and connect with your local community. Join us for a memorable evening of blissful spa treatments, mouthwatering bites, and exquisite wines.

Morning Meditation with Myosho

Start your day with serenity! Join us for a morning meditation in our Zen garden. Set the tone for your day as you embody the practice of stillness and quietude. Connect to inner peace and harmony, which are always resident within.

This is a free event with limited space, so book now.

Layers and/or a sun hat can be helpful depending on the weather. Bring your own cushion. Any questions contact Ginny at myosho@sonic.net.

 

ABOUT MYOSHO GINNY MATTHEWS

Myosho Ginny Matthews finds her life’s support in the three pillars of family, spiritual practice, and her work as a dancer/choreographer and teacher. She was a student of Kyozan Joshu Sasaki, Roshi for 40 years taking ordination in 2000 and supporting Myoko Ni Sorin, a women’s practice center, co-founding Dharma Heart Center and leading women’s retreats at various centers in the USA and Canada. Concurrently she has had a 50 year career as a professional dancer/choreographer/teacher and is the director of Downtown Dance/Art Space in Sebastopol. She is a graduate of the Sati Center’s Buddhist Chaplaincy program and continues to serve her extended Buddhist sangha as well as her local community. Her marriage of 52 years, 3 adult sons, and 3 grandchildren provide a rich and deep family life.

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