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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - berkeley-ca (wellness) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20260906T173000Z DTEND:20260906T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/Lbh1R 8aP5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silent Group Meditation (Free\, No Guidance) DTSTART:20260907T150000Z DTEND:20260907T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T061523Z UID:36572-1788768000-1788769800@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mondays: 8:00am – 8:30am Pacific Time\nand Wednesdays: 9:00a m – 9:30am Pacific Time\nOngoing every week\, with rare exceptions. Chec k Full Calendar to verify dates. \nJoin for a group meditation – just us \, without a teacher. Do your own practice silently in the company of othe rs. There will be no talk or guidance – only a bell to start and finish. Let’s be present\, together. \nAfter half an hour of silent sitting\, t here will be space for a brief hello in the end\, if we like. \nPlease be seated by the time meditation starts\, so that we can begin together. You are welcome to have your camera and microphone on (unless you have a lot o f background noise)\, so that we can feel as if we were in one space. \nTh e zoom link remains the same for all the sessions\, so you are welcome to register only once and save the link for future reference. \nREGISTER\nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T061523Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/group-meditation-ongoing-monday-202 6-q3/2026-09-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yoga Fundamentals DTSTART:20260909T140000Z DTEND:20260909T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260801T061104Z UID:10000865-1788937200-1788940800@adelineyoga.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:4 Wednesdays 7  – 8 am \nSeptember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30th \nT his 4-session series is specially designed for beginners. You will learn t he foundations of Iyengar Yoga to help you build strength and flexibility and relieve stress. Designed for total beginners and students who want a b etter understanding of the foundational poses of Iyengar Yoga. All body ty pes and abilities are welcome. Ramona can offer you alternatives and modif ications so the practice meets your needs and interests. \nEach 60-minute session will build upon the prior class in a progressive manner.  You wil l get the most out of the classes if you attend them all. \n\n\n\n\nBenefi ts of joining us for this series:\n1  Its your time for Self Care \n2   Move your body in new ways \n3  Feel great physically and mentally \n4   Have fun while challenging yourself \n5  Move with new friends and i ncrease fun in your life \n  \nRegister Now\n4 Session Series \n\nHeld in -person at our location in South Berkeley.\nRegister for all 4 sessions in the series for a discounted rate of $99.\nDrop ins are allowed.\nStudents may also use their monthly memberships or class packs.\nIf you have a New Student Pass (2 weeks unlimited)\, you can join the sessions within those two weeks using your pass. Afterwards\, purchase a drop-in/membership/cla ss pack to cover the additional sessions.\n\n\nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR\n \nRa mona Atanacio (she/her) is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher. She first beg an a daily practice in law school to support her busy and active lifestyle . Ramona’s love for the practice grew as she learned that the study of y oga\, and the discovery of the mind and body\, was limitless. This led her to deepen her study of yoga through an initial teacher training program a nd Ashtanga yoga\, which eventually led to Iyengar Yoga. She has found Iye ngar Yoga to bring a much greater awareness and focus to her practice and life. \nRamona likes to teach an Iyengar Yoga class that is approachable\, invigorating\, and fun\, while also blending therapeutic and restorative elements of yoga. In her spare time\, she enjoys cooking Indian food in an Instant Pot and learning new dance moves. LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T061104Z URL:https://adelineyoga.com/event/yoga-fundamental/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Adeline Yoga Studio X-SOURCE-URL:https://adelineyoga.com/schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silent Group Meditation (Free\, No Guidance) DTSTART:20260909T160000Z DTEND:20260909T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T061523Z UID:36582-1788944400-1788946200@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mondays: 8:00am – 8:30am Pacific Time\nWednesdays : 9:00am – 9:30am Pacific Time\nOngoing every week\, with rare exceptions. Check Full Calendar to verify dates. \nJoin for a group meditation – just us\, without a teacher. Do your own practice silently in the company of others . There will be no talk or guidance – only a bell to start and finish. L et’s be present\, together. \nAfter half an hour of silent sitting\, the re will be space for a brief hello in the end\, if we like. \nPlease be se ated by the time meditation starts\, so that we can begin together. You ar e welcome to have your camera and microphone on (unless you have a lot of background noise)\, so that we can feel as if we were in one space. \nThe zoom link remains the same for all the sessions\, so you are welcome to re gister only once and save the link for future reference. \nREGISTER\nTo ch eck your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T061523Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/group-meditation-ongoing-wednesday- 2026-q3/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20260910T013000Z DTEND:20260910T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:4j1d8of5u7mg86fs1ck0db68sj_R20260212T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here to reserve your spot: https://momence.com/l/Z4haoEl2Welcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Re latefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close f riend of relational practices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulness is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment as we relate to the others in the group. We will notic e our relational patterns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. We'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us more clearly see each other and our broader social reali ty.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation pract ices. By placing awareness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group\, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relat ing to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection b y being deeply seen and understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're able to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, partic ipants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by steppi ng away from the experience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other.Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close at 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please r egister to reserve your spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggest ed donation is $15Josh Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator thro ugh the Relateful Company training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while contin uing to grow his practice through retreats and regularly engaging other fa cilitators. Josh loves exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring .When he's not leading relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find hi m loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Mi chael Taft's meditation courses\, or passionately following the New York J ets football team despite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the scienc e of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (h e/him) has hundreds of hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relatefu l Company. He draws from a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance teams\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recen t inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence a nd calibrated relational risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersecti on of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Returning to the Divine: A Rosh Hashanah & Kundalini Yoga Workshop DTSTART:20260910T013000Z DTEND:20260910T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T010355Z UID:10002320-1788978600-1788985800@urbanadamah.org CATEGORIES:education,holiday,wellness DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will be diving into meaningful themes asso ciated with Rosh Hashanah and the Shofar. One teaching says that the sound of the shofar brings us back to love and the truth of our connection to t he divine. As humans we get caught up in all kinds of suffering that have us believe we are separate from the divine. The sound of the shofar is a c all to reconnect spiritually. The highest vibration and most spiritual vib ration is love\, on earth we can easily forget that! \nWith Yoga and breat hwork we have the opportunity to work with our physical bodies to meet thi s moment. On every Rosh Hashanah we are blessed with a new moon in Virgo. We’ll be playing with Virgo energy as a way to enrich our Rosh Hashanah journey as we practice Kundalini Yoga. This workshop offers a way to deepl y reflect and bring intention to the Jewish New Year. \nPlease come ready to practice yoga! Bring a yoga mat\, water\, a pen and journal. All levels are welcome! \nJenny Overman is a 220-hour RYT Kundalini Yoga teacher\, a n Astrologer and Evidential Psychic Medium. With an additional certificati on in Vinyasa yoga and over 25 years of experience teaching and practicing \, Jenny feels immense gratitude for the many gifts yoga has offered her. Jenny’s dynamic classes offer a nurturing environment filled with mystic ism\, magic\, creativity and joy. Jenny is passionate about Judaism\, and has been integrating Jewish learning into her classes for the last several years. She also weaves Astrology into her teaching and is committed to ma king her classes accessible to all levels and bodies. Jenny lives in Berke ley and is a Mom to two amazing kids. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T010355Z URL:https://urbanadamah.org/event/returning-to-the-divine-a-rosh-hashanah- kundalini-yoga-w-202699/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Urban Adamah X-SOURCE-URL:https://urbanadamah.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Psychedelic Breathwork with Matt Barkin DTSTART:20260910T020000Z DTEND:20260910T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:36m8kb1ahbt4esjkj77he9j32l@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:https://momence.com/l/DAh4RVgW By increa sing the flow of oxygen or Prana in our bodies\, we can begin to move and release tension.In this class we shift our focus from the realm of thought s to the intricate web of electrical signals within our bodies. Regardless of whether you've faced significant stress or trauma\, this approach offe rs profound benefits to the nervous system. The accumulation of daily stre ssors can strain our bodies and without releasing this tension through exp ression\, it can manifest as depression\, anxiety\, or disease over time.I n this class we- Lay down for a guided short meditation.- Practice the bre athwork sequence together for around 30 minutes.- Relax and recover.- Opti onal sharing and snacks afterwards.NOTE: Doors close 5 minutes after the s tart of class.Matt Barkin has been studying breathwork and meditation for over 15 years. His training is rooted in the ancient practices of Buddhist Vipassana and Kriya Yoga. His goal as a guide is to help students awaken their self-healing potential with the breath! Learn more about Matt here h ttps://mattbarkin.com/breathwork/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20260910T023000Z DTEND:20260910T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:4j1d8of5u7mg86fs1ck0db68sj_R20260212T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here to reserve your spot: https://momence.com/l/BGhDJ6mLWelcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Re latefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close f riend of relational practices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulness is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment as we relate to the others in the group. We will notic e our relational patterns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. We'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us more clearly see each other and our broader social reali ty.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation pract ices. By placing awareness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group\, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relat ing to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection b y being deeply seen and understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're able to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, partic ipants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by steppi ng away from the experience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other.Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close at 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please r egister to reserve your spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggest ed donation is $15Josh Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator thro ugh the Relateful Company training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while contin uing to grow his practice through retreats and regularly engaging other fa cilitators. Josh loves exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring .When he's not leading relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find hi m loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Mi chael Taft's meditation courses\, or passionately following the New York J ets football team despite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the scienc e of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (h e/him) has hundreds of hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relatefu l Company. He draws from a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance teams\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recen t inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence a nd calibrated relational risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersecti on of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20260910T153000Z DTEND:20260910T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20260911T013000Z DTEND:20260911T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/4Zhk0woj Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20260911T023000Z DTEND:20260911T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20260911T160000Z DTEND:20260911T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/BGhdMMQvExperie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20260911T170000Z DTEND:20260911T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Satsang with Stephen D'Amico: Presence and Direct Inquiry DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T001533Z UID:36634-1789207200-1789214400@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Join author and spiritual teacher Stephen D’Amico for Satsan g—a gathering dedicated to the shared recognition of our true nature. \n In this session\, Stephen will energetically shift you out of the narrativ e of the seeker and draw you into the silent presence that is already here . \nFollowing a brief meditation and a reflection on the mechanics of awak ening\, the floor will open for personalized guidance and deep inquiry. \n Whether you’d like the opportunity to ask your most pressing spiritual q uestions\, or simply wish to resonate in a palpable field of heightened aw areness\, this space will help clarify the way things are. \nStephen D’A mico spent much of his early life connected to the enlightened state of be ing and attained full self-realization at age 22. For nearly three decades \, he has been teaching and guiding others on the path. Based in Toronto\, he runs an urban ashram where he hosts Satsang and offers spiritual direc tion. His books include Heaven On Earth: A Guide to Enlightenment & Human Unity (2005)\, The Incredible State of Absolute Nothingness: A Personal Ac count of Spiritual Enlightenment (2013)\, and The Lost Book of Mystical In sights: Pointers & Reminders (2023). \nTo learn more and connect with Step hen D’Amico\, please visit his website: stephendamico.com \n  \nWatch S tephen share about The Four Cardinal Movements To Awaken Our True Nature: \n\n  \nSliding Scale: $15 to $40\nNo one turned away for lack of funds.\ nIf you can’t pay within the sliding scale\, just contact us to let us k now what you can contribute.\nAddress inquiries to web@opencirclecenter.or g\nREGISTER \nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Con verter LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001533Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/stephen-damico-sep-12-2026-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jeannie Zandi ~ Love Beyond Gender ~ Liberating the Heart from Gen der Conditioning DTSTART:20260913T170000Z DTEND:20260913T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T001533Z UID:36636-1789293600-1789300800@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:education,wellness DESCRIPTION:From the time we’re very young\, we begin learning who we’ re supposed to be. We absorb countless messages about what it means to be a woman or a man\, which emotions are acceptable\, how we’re expected to love\, speak\, lead\, care\, and belong. Much of this conditioning happen s so early and so subtly that we mistake it for the truth. \nBeneath these learned roles is a heart that longs to love freely and live truthfully. \ nIn this gathering\, we’ll explore the ways gender conditioning can shap e our expression of love\, our relationship with vulnerability and strengt h\, our ability to receive and to give\, and the quiet compromises we make in order to be accepted. Rather than judging or rejecting the conditionin g we’ve received\, we’ll approach it with compassion\, recognizing tha t these adaptations were often born from a deep desire for love and belong ing. \nAs we bring this conditioning into awareness\, question it\, meet t he underlying pain\, fear and challenge that lies beneath it\, the heart n aturally starts to reclaim the qualities it has hidden\, and we discover a way of being that is more authentic\, more whole\, and more deeply aligne d with our essential nature. \nJoin Jeannie for inquiry\, meditation\, and heartfelt exploration as we discover what it means to love beyond gender and allow the heart to express itself with greater freedom. \nAbout Jeanni e Zandi\nJeannie Zandi is a nondual spiritual teacher and guide for embodi ed awakening\, inviting students to fully inhabit their human lives with p resence\, clarity\, and love. Known for her fierce tenderness\, irreverent wisdom\, and unwavering presence\, she creates powerful spaces for transf ormation\, where truth is met in the raw\, and awakening moves beyond conc ept into lived reality. \nHer work bridges the mystical and the practical\ , inviting students to embrace every aspect of experience—joy\, challeng e\, and the mundane—as fuel for awakening. Rather than transcending life \, she calls us to root in it\, maturing into authentic expressions of lov e\, serving the whole with wisdom and heart. \nwww.jeanniezandi.com \nSlid ing Scale: $15 to $40\nNo one turned away for lack of funds.\nIf you can ’t pay within the sliding scale\, just contact us to let us know what yo u can contribute.\nAddress inquiries to web@opencirclecenter.org \nREGISTE R \nThe event will be recorded and emailed to participants within a week.\ nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001533Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/jeannie-zandi-sept-13-2026-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Art of ZenThai Massage: Grounding Presence with Anjuli Mahend ra & Alok Rocheleau DTSTART:20260913T220000Z DTEND:20260914T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:1p20533a0ttdf9ifhiak95tsh2@google.com CATEGORIES:education,wellness DESCRIPTION:Tickets & Info: https://momence.com/l/5eheOLjLDevelop your se nsitivity and awareness through touch with seasoned bodywork practitioners and yoga teachers Alok Rocheleau and Anjuli Mahendra. Come solo or with a partner / friend to learn a nourishing and inspiring Thai Massage sequenc e that you’ll both give and receive. This workshop will focus on support ive and timeless massage techniques that will leave you feeling nourished\ , re-aligned\, and inspired. As yogis\, your teachers will emphasize how t o cultivate fluidity and ease while giving a nourishing full body massage. With proper body mechanics\, the practice becomes an effortless dance bet ween giver and receiver. This training is great for anyone interested in c ultivating their sense of touch. No experience is needed.Anjuli and Alok h ave been teaching together for over 15 years and bow to their master teach ers around the world\, particularly Gwyn Williams\, the founder of ZenThai Shiatsu. Their teaching blends Thai Massage\, Zen Shiatsu\, Acupressure\ , Myofascial Release\, and intuitive unwinding. Rooted in the principles o f Thai Medicine and Buddhist spirituality\, their practice is framed by re spect for all beings\, balanced action\, and loving-kindness. Attention to the Chinese Meridians and specific acupressure points will be included. T EACHER BIOAnjuli and Alok are heart-felt yoga teachers\, expert bodyworker s\, and founders of ContactYoga.org\, this experience is guided by over 40 years of combined practice in ZenThai Massage\, yoga\, and somatic healin g. Their teaching goes far beyond technique—inviting you into a shared j ourney of compassionate touch\, loving-kindness\, and embodied presence. Y ou can count on their skillful and attuned care to create a supportive spa ce where you can soften\, connect\, and experience the transformative powe r of mindful touch and community LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arian Mateo ~ Open Meeting in Presence DTSTART:20260914T010000Z DTEND:20260914T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T001533Z UID:36640-1789322400-1789329600@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:An open meeting in presence. \nWe sit together in loving aware ness.\nThere is guidance\, inquiry\, and shared reflection. \nYou may list en\, speak\, ask questions\, or simply sit.\nAll experiences are welcome.\ nSilence\, thought\, emotion\, sensation. \nA space to return to what is a lready here\,\nin the company of others. \nAll are welcome. \nWatch Arian Mateo share on Non-Duality\, Self-Judgment\, and Finding Goodness in Life: \n\n  \nAbout Arian Mateo\nMateo (Arian Mateo) is a spiritual guide\, ps ychologist\, and master therapist who shares an integrative approach to aw akening\, healing\, and self-realization. Drawing from a wide range of tra ditions\, including Dzogchen\, Mahamudra\, Diamond Approach + attachment a nd trauma healing\, \nMateo supports others in fully embodying their highe st potential. He is the founder of the Awareness Method\, where he integra tes profound spiritual insights with deep psychological understanding to b ring about embodied and lasting liberation. Mateo has been a deep practiti oner for 14 years\, which has included living 3 years on a mountain and mo re than 100 days in isolated dark retreats. \nwww.arianmateo.com \nSliding Scale: $15 to $40\nHowever\, no one turned away for lack of funds.\nIf yo u can’t pay within the sliding scale\, contact us to let us know what yo u can contribute.\nAddress inquiries to web@opencirclecenter.org \nREGISTE R \nThe event will be recorded and emailed to participants within a week.\ nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001533Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/arian-mateo-sep-13-2026-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silent Group Meditation (Free\, No Guidance) DTSTART:20260914T150000Z DTEND:20260914T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T061523Z UID:36573-1789372800-1789374600@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mondays: 8:00am – 8:30am Pacific Time\nand Wednesdays: 9:00a m – 9:30am Pacific Time\nOngoing every week\, with rare exceptions. Chec k Full Calendar to verify dates. \nJoin for a group meditation – just us \, without a teacher. Do your own practice silently in the company of othe rs. There will be no talk or guidance – only a bell to start and finish. Let’s be present\, together. \nAfter half an hour of silent sitting\, t here will be space for a brief hello in the end\, if we like. \nPlease be seated by the time meditation starts\, so that we can begin together. You are welcome to have your camera and microphone on (unless you have a lot o f background noise)\, so that we can feel as if we were in one space. \nTh e zoom link remains the same for all the sessions\, so you are welcome to register only once and save the link for future reference. \nREGISTER\nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T061523Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/group-meditation-ongoing-monday-202 6-q3/2026-09-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindful Monday DTSTART:20260914T160000Z DTEND:20260914T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182102Z UID:10005303-1789376400-1789378200@www.law.berkeley.edu CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Morrison Foerster Room (298 Simon) for a conver sation on mindfulness. Mindful Monday is a space for anyone in the law sch ool community who is interested in the benefits mindfulness can bring. The se can include an improved ability to cope with stress\, reduced emotional reactivity\, and increased self-acceptance. Light snacks provided. Feel f ree to drop in! \nSeptember 14\, 21\, and 28 \nOctober 5 and 26 \nNovember 2\, 9\, and 16 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182102Z LOCATION:Morrison Foerster Room\, 298 Simon URL:https://www.law.berkeley.edu/event/mindful-monday-4/2026-09-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:UC Berkeley Law X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.law.berkeley.edu/library/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monday Community Yoga DTSTART:20260915T003000Z DTEND:20260915T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T001153Z UID:10002339-1789407000-1789410600@urbanadamah.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years\, this class is designed to be accessible\, supportive\, and adapta ble for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down\, get curious\, and sh ow up fully for our lives.  \n  \nCome with an open mind and a sense of fun as we blend embodied movement\, mindful breath work\, and energizing m usic in a space that welcomes both intention and joy. I look forward to pr acticing with you! \n  \n*Feel free to bring a water bottle and a mat wi th you and wear comfortable clothing. We have mats\, some blocks\, and yog a blankets available on site. Please arrive a few minutes before class beg ins promptly at 5:30pm and doors will lock at 5:30. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001153Z URL:https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-2026914/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Urban Adamah X-SOURCE-URL:https://urbanadamah.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cultivating Emotional Balance: Monthly Practices for Making Our Te nder\, Messy Emotions the Path with Eve Ekman DTSTART:20260915T013000Z DTEND:20260915T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:600icgjasko05q59lh18l72bc4@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/8MhqZy81Each mon th\, we explore a different emotional terrain through the lenses of contem porary emotion science\, Tibetan contemplative traditions\, and the core p rinciples of Cultivating Emotional Balance. Sessions weave together guided meditation\, reflective inquiry\, and shared discussion\, helping us reco gnize the arc of an emotion\, including its triggers\, bodily signals\, th oughts\, and action tendencies. By mapping these emotional episodes\, we l earn to meet experience with clarity rather than fusion\, compassion rathe r than avoidance\, and enough inner balance to choose how we respond.As th e practice deepens\, emotions that once felt destabilizing begin to reveal their inner resources—tenderness within sadness\, clarity within anger\ , wisdom within fear. When met directly and held with awareness\, each emo tion becomes its own medicine\, guiding us toward steadiness\, insight\, a nd a more open heart.We will work with a different emotion each month. Feb ruary's theme is Ethics & Integrity:Exploring how ethical living stabilize s the mind and empowers emotional balance. We will learn to see integrity as the quiet refuge beneath reactivity.Eve Ekman\, Ph.D.\, MSW\, is a teac her\, writer\, and contemplative social scientist whose work rests at the confluence of modern emotion science and living wisdom traditions. She is a longtime student of Jennifer Welwood and Tsoknyi Rinpoche\, and a newer student of earth-based lineages that deepen her commitment to embodied\, r elational practice.Eve teaches widely\, including a monthly meditation and book group at the SF Dharma Collective\, and offers trainings for clinici ans and healthcare professionals on the science and practice of compassion \, emotional balance\, and well-being. Her research spans burnout\, emotio nal awareness\, meditation\, and psilocybin-assisted therapy.With the supp ort of the Dalai Lama\, Eve co-created the Atlas of Emotion with her fathe r as a tool for deepening emotional understanding. She is the lead trainer for the Cultivating Emotional Balance program\, previously served as Well -Being and Mental Health Lead at Apple\, and is a Senior Fellow at UC Berk eley’s Greater Good Science Center as well as a Mind & Life Institute Fe llow. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silent Group Meditation (Free\, No Guidance) DTSTART:20260916T160000Z DTEND:20260916T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T061523Z UID:36583-1789549200-1789551000@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mondays: 8:00am – 8:30am Pacific Time\nWednesdays : 9:00am – 9:30am Pacific Time\nOngoing every week\, with rare exceptions. Check Full Calendar to verify dates. \nJoin for a group meditation – just us\, without a teacher. Do your own practice silently in the company of others . There will be no talk or guidance – only a bell to start and finish. L et’s be present\, together. \nAfter half an hour of silent sitting\, the re will be space for a brief hello in the end\, if we like. \nPlease be se ated by the time meditation starts\, so that we can begin together. You ar e welcome to have your camera and microphone on (unless you have a lot of background noise)\, so that we can feel as if we were in one space. \nThe zoom link remains the same for all the sessions\, so you are welcome to re gister only once and save the link for future reference. \nREGISTER\nTo ch eck your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T061523Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/group-meditation-ongoing-wednesday- 2026-q3/2026-09-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Your Inner Compass Awaits: Find Grounding in Chaos DTSTART:20260917T013000Z DTEND:20260917T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T000157Z UID:23187@uucb.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Discover a simple\, practical way to reconnect with your own i nner wisdom – the grounded\, unwavering source of clarity that has alway s been present\, waiting for you to listen. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T000157Z URL:https://uucb.org/events/your-inner-compass-awaits-find-grounding-in-ch aos/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Home X-SOURCE-URL:https://uucb.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20260917T153000Z DTEND:20260917T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/R5hw09r1Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20260918T013000Z DTEND:20260918T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/mXh7DKy9 Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20260918T023000Z DTEND:20260918T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/k8hw9zP7Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:John J. Prendergast\, Ph.D. ~ “Being Absolutely No One and No Th ing” (In-Person) DTSTART:20260919T173000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T001533Z UID:36643-1789813800-1789837200@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:2026 Bay Area Events with John J. Prendergast\, Ph.D.\nJune 20 ~ San Rafael\, CA\nSeptember 19 ~ San Rafael\, CA ~ Registration availabl e below\nDecember 5 ~ San Rafael\, CA \n“Being Absolutely No One and No Thing” \nWhen we know that we are no thing\, we are free to be as we are – both as spacious\, loving awareness and as unique\, individuated bein g. Through silent and guided meditations\, a talk\, meditative inquiry\, a nd experiential conversations in community\, we will explore seeing and fe eling through who we have mis-taken our self to be and discovering what re mains. \nJohn Prendergast\, Ph.D is a spiritual teacher\, retired psychot herapist\, and retired Adjunct Professor of Psychology at CIIS\, well know n for his pioneering work in integrating non-dual wisdom and psychotherapy . He studied with the European sage Jean Klein for many years\, as well as with Adyashanti\, who gave him dharma transmission in 2023. He is the aut hor of The Deep Heart (2019)\, In Touch (2015)\, and a new book\, Your Dee pest Ground: A Guide to Embodied Spirituality (March\, 2025) from Sounds T rue. \nwww.listeningfromsilence.com\nYouTube channel \nPre-registration Re quired and closes at 6 pm the day before event \nSliding Scale: $60 to $12 0 \nREGISTER for SEPT.19 \nNo one turned away for lack of funds.\nIf you a re not able to contribute within the Sliding Scale\, or need other support with payment or registration…\ncontact us at web@opencirclecenter.org\n For other inquires about the event or venue\, cancellations or to be added to waiting list…\ncontact localevents@opencirclecenter.org \nPARKING: T here is street parking in the area. \nIf you have symptoms of a respirator y infection\, or have had a recent\nCovid exposure or positive test\, plea se stay home out of consideration for others. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001533Z LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael\, 1510 Fifth Ave\, San R afael\, CA\, 94901 URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/john-prendergast-sept-19-2026-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fun with Uday Bhosale DTSTART:20260919T203000Z DTEND:20260922T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T183140Z UID:10000885-1789824600-1790011800@adelineyoga.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to welcome Uday Bhosale to Adeline Yoga\nSepte mber 19 – 21\, 2026 \nSaturday 1:30 – 5:30 pm \nSunday 11 am – 1  p m and  3 – 5:30 pm \nMonday: 11 am – 3:30 pm teacher education \nplus a bonus integration session held via zoom held later in the fall \n  \nW e are thrilled to welcome Uday Bhosale to Adeline Yoga!\nOur weekend toget her will focus on fun in practice. This includes the yogic concepts of mai tri and karuna — friendliness and compassion. We will explore ways to br ing lightness\, levity\, creativity\, and joy into our practice. Together\ , we will investigate these themes across families of poses and specific a sanas using playful and imaginative approaches that include both our bodie s and props. \nOur final session on Monday is teacher education that is de signed for CIYTs at all levels\, as well as apprentices aspiring toward ce rtification. This session will focus on bringing joy into our lives as tea chers\, and specifically exploring practical ways to infuse joy into the w ay we teach. \nRecordings for Saturday and Sunday will be sent to all who are registered. \nOne month after the immersion\, we will gather online fo r a special follow-up session with Uday.  This bonus session is open to a ll who joined us for the weekend.  It is an opportunity to reconnect\, as k questions\, and explore what begins to arise once the teachings have set tled into practice and daily life. Often\, the most valuable learning begi ns after the workshop ends — when we attempt something new\, notice patt erns and encounter fresh questions in our home practice and teaching. We w ill discuss these experience and Uday can offer further guidance and pract ical insight. \n  \nWho is this best for? \nSaturday and Sunday are open to anyone with at least 1 year of consistent Iyengar Yoga practice. \nMond ay will be teacher education for CIYT and aspiring apprentices\, offered i n-person only. \n  \nLive out of the area?  Saturday and Sunday offers a zoom option so you can attend online. \n  \nTuition –\n  \n$255 for S aturday & Sunday in person  – REGISTER HERE \n  \n$390 for Saturday\, Sunday\, & Monday in person – REGISTER HERE \n  \n$215 for Saturday & S unday on zoom  – REGISTER HERE \n  \nWANT TO SIGN UP FOR A SINGLE SESS ION? Now you can! \n  \n$129 for Saturday only – REGISTER HERE \n  \n$ 144 for Sunday only – REGISTER HERE \n  \n$144 for Monday only – Teac her Education – REGISTER HERE \n  \nAll registrations will receive the recordings from Saturday and Sunday and are invited to the bonus integrati on session that will be held later in the fall. \nNeed help with registrat ion?  Email support@adelineyoga.com.  We are here to assist. \n  \nABOU T THE INSTRUCTOR\nUday’s love of Iyengar Yoga began in the late 1990s wh en he began studying at the Iyengar Yoga Institute in Pune\, India with B. K.S. Iyengar.  He spent fifteen years studying\, assisting and teaching t here.  In addition to teaching the Childrens\, Beginners and Intermediate classes at RIMYI\, Uday assisted in Geeta Iyengar’s medical classes. \n Since then\, Uday has taught thousands of  students in 22 countries acros s Europe\, the Americas and Asia in all kinds of venues including large in -person events\, small group workshops\, classes for children\, individual tuition and regular online classes. \nUday has over 25+ years experience of teaching Iyengar Yoga working with students of all ages (from 7- 92) an d all abilities from beginners to experienced teachers. \n  \n \nCancella tion policy for workshops: \nIf your cancellation request is received mor e than 72 hours before the event\, your workshop payment may be converted into Adeline Yoga account credit minus a $10 processing fee. To request a workshop cancellation\, please email support@adelineyoga.com. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T183140Z URL:https://adelineyoga.com/event/uday/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Adeline Yoga Studio X-SOURCE-URL:https://adelineyoga.com/schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20260920T173000Z DTEND:20260920T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details: https://momence.com/l/VRhELDR k5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return to our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map o f Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice open s a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative expre ssion. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ri tualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of bei ng alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practice is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People ofte n leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bo dily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pract ice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is for every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If you ’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gift . Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magic and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic healer\ , and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like t hese never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and the mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones and the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her life listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to come alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, a nd creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into t heir own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wild heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes life juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through b reath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our vei ns.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclusi ve place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human and beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kristin Kirk ~ Dissolving The Identity Game DTSTART:20260920T190000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260803T062641Z UID:36502-1789905600-1789912800@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Explore the Fabric of Identity\; The heart of Being everything and nothing\; and discover the wonder of Being empty radiant surrendered empowered presence. What happens when you keep surrendering everything? Ho w does surrendered presence radiate and function as a human being \nWhen w e dissolve through the identity game… We discover an infinite and invin cible radiant truth within. \nCome join Kristin Kirk for a powerful trans mission and fresh look at awakening and embodiment. \nKristin Kirk is an i nternational healer\, spiritual teacher and writer who has been gifted ext raordinary vision and healing capacities from her 2003 awakening. She acce sses our enlightened self and multidimensional true nature to dissolve our wounds\, karma\, and conditioning into light and reveal our innate wholen ess. Her transformative energy and powerful transmissions accelerate the a wakening process and foster deep spiritual growth for many. \nEngaging wi th individuals and groups\, Kristin supports rapid and radical spiritual a lignment and transformation in both inner and outer realities. She shares her gifts worldwide to dissolve distortion into harmony\, accelerating hea ling\, embodied awakening\, and self-realization. She offers in-person and online classes\, private and group sessions\, retreats and advanced trai ning on her website\,\nkristinkirk.com \nSliding Scale: $15 to $40\nNo one turned away for lack of funds.\nIf you can’t pay within the sliding sca le\, just contact us to let us know what you can contribute.\nAddress inqu iries to web@opencirclecenter.org \nREGISTER \nThe event will be recorded and emailed to participants within a week.\nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: World Time Buddy LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T062641Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/kristin-kirk-sep-20-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discovering Vividness: Meditation and Movement with Evolving Groun d DTSTART:20260920T220000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:52acdk4qeb0dg304pu8n2i1uvf_R20251116T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Events and Registration here: https://momence.com/l/k8hbyLdET he Bay Area Evolving Ground local group meets regularly at The Alembic to meditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. We meet and greet\, then start with a short introduction to opening awareness meditation. We sit for 20 minutes\, take a break\, practice some slow standing meditation s together\, take a break\, and then sit for another 20 minutes. We end wi th questions and discussion.Opening awareness is a seated meditation leadi ng to vividness and spacious clarity. It is Evolving Ground’s foundation al meditation and is a contemporary version of the Dzogchen practice of  shi-ne (shamatha in Sanskrit).The movements come from the Sky Realm Se ries (Nam'khor in Tibetan). These are Dzogchen long-de practices uniqu e to Evolving Ground. They look and feel quite similar to Qi Gong\, thoug h they operate on a different principle: discovery of the nonduality of cl arity and bliss\, through the experience of “tsal”—embodied awarenes s as non-ordinary sensation.Attendees need no prior experience. There will be plenty of space for questions\, reflections\, and group exploration of the practices.This meetup is free to attend.Evolving Ground is a global community exploring a transformational path of passionate involvement with the world. Our life-affirming approach empowers creative\, effective indi viduals: people who live with courage\, kindness\, and grace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discovering Vividness: Meditation and Movement with Evolving Groun d DTSTART:20260920T230000Z DTEND:20260921T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:52acdk4qeb0dg304pu8n2i1uvf_R20251116T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Events and Registration here:https://momence.com/l/e4heGgKQThe Bay Area Evolving Ground local group meets regularly at The Alembic to me ditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. We meet and greet\, t hen start with a short introduction to opening awareness meditation. We si t for 20 minutes\, take a break\, practice some slow standing meditations together\, take a break\, and then sit for another 20 minutes. We end with questions and discussion.Opening awareness is a seated meditation leading to vividness and spacious clarity. It is Evolving Ground’s foundational meditation and is a contemporary version of the Dzogchen practice of s hi-ne (shamatha in Sanskrit).The movements come from the Sky Realm Serie s (Nam'khor in Tibetan). These are Dzogchen long-de practices unique t o Evolving Ground. They look and feel quite similar to Qi Gong\, though t hey operate on a different principle: discovery of the nonduality of clari ty and bliss\, through the experience of “tsal”—embodied awareness a s non-ordinary sensation.Attendees need no prior experience. There will be plenty of space for questions\, reflections\, and group exploration of th e practices.This meetup is free to attend.Evolving Ground is a global com munity exploring a transformational path of passionate involvement with th e world. Our life-affirming approach empowers creative\, effective individ uals: people who live with courage\, kindness\, and grace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silent Group Meditation (Free\, No Guidance) DTSTART:20260921T150000Z DTEND:20260921T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T061523Z UID:36574-1789977600-1789979400@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mondays: 8:00am – 8:30am Pacific Time\nand Wednesdays: 9:00a m – 9:30am Pacific Time\nOngoing every week\, with rare exceptions. Chec k Full Calendar to verify dates. \nJoin for a group meditation – just us \, without a teacher. Do your own practice silently in the company of othe rs. There will be no talk or guidance – only a bell to start and finish. Let’s be present\, together. \nAfter half an hour of silent sitting\, t here will be space for a brief hello in the end\, if we like. \nPlease be seated by the time meditation starts\, so that we can begin together. You are welcome to have your camera and microphone on (unless you have a lot o f background noise)\, so that we can feel as if we were in one space. \nTh e zoom link remains the same for all the sessions\, so you are welcome to register only once and save the link for future reference. \nREGISTER\nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T061523Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/group-meditation-ongoing-monday-202 6-q3/2026-09-21/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monday Community Yoga DTSTART:20260922T003000Z DTEND:20260922T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T001153Z UID:10002340-1790011800-1790015400@urbanadamah.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years\, this class is designed to be accessible\, supportive\, and adapta ble for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down\, get curious\, and sh ow up fully for our lives.  \n  \nCome with an open mind and a sense of fun as we blend embodied movement\, mindful breath work\, and energizing m usic in a space that welcomes both intention and joy. I look forward to pr acticing with you! \n  \n*Feel free to bring a water bottle and a mat wi th you and wear comfortable clothing. We have mats\, some blocks\, and yog a blankets available on site. Please arrive a few minutes before class beg ins promptly at 5:30pm and doors will lock at 5:30. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001153Z URL:https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-20260921/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Urban Adamah X-SOURCE-URL:https://urbanadamah.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vocal Discovery with Julia Norton DTSTART:20260923T020000Z DTEND:20260923T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:5pls4df31u8fca09ufhbj4ma9s@google.com CATEGORIES:education,music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/15h68LnoThis new mont hly class is all about Vocal Discovery. We begin with gentle physical and vocal warm ups and then explore various forms of collaborative singing\, f rom close harmony singing\, improvisational singing and specific singing s tyles\, whilst building community and offering the singing balm we all des ire. At the end of each class participants will be guided through a short centering meditation to ground their experience. No previous singing expe rience needed\, ALL levels\, ages\, genders are welcome to join. Early Bir d is $20 through 5/20 and regular tickets are $30. Please wear loose comfo rtable clothing you can move in\, bring a journal or notepad to write or d raw in and water to drink. Please stay home if you have a cough or any sym ptoms of illness\, we want to make this a safe space for everyone. Thank y ou!Julia Norton has always been driven by a deep understanding that the si nging voice is not just about sounding ‘pretty’\, it’s about communi cating deep emotions and connecting with others\, whilst also connecting t o the core of who we truly are. Combining solid vocal technique\, gentle movement\, active imagination\, shadow work and play\, Julia’s mission i s to help people uncover the power\, authenticity\, and joy in their voice . To transform the stories that might be holding them back\, and to build community through collaborative singing and play. She has been singing and studying voice her whole life\, but completed an MA in Voice Movement The rapy in 2000 and has been a registered Voice Movement Therapy practitioner for over 25 years. She is also an award winning singer\, voice actor and a certified Jungian Coach. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Insight Meditation Satsang with Sean Oakes DTSTART:20260923T023000Z DTEND:20260923T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:5q55laljhcmqau5v2ukqfup4hh@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Tickets  + details: https://momence.com/l/dahVZKEMThis medit ation and study group is based in the Insight Meditation tradition and its sources in Thai Forest and Burmese Theravāda Buddhism. To this foundati on\, we add exploration of Mahāyāna Dharmas particularly from the Perf ection of Wisdom (Prajñāpāramitā) literature and lineage. The grou p meets weekly online\, and on fourth Tuesdays live at the Alembic.The foc us of the group is on deepening in Buddhist liberation practice\, and expl oring the links between individual & systemic liberation in the form of so cial justice and collective healing. I bring a particular focus on working with the nervous system and resolving the symptoms of trauma\, supported by devotional practice\, study\, and ethics as the basis of the path.All a re welcome. Cost is $5\, plus Dāna (pay what you can).Sean Oakes\, PhD ( he/him\, queer\, of Spanish/Puerto Rican and Northern European ancestry li ving on unceded Pomo land in California)\, teaches Buddhism\, Yoga\, and s omatic practice. He has studied in Theravāda\, Zen\, and Vajrāyāna B uddhist lineages since 1993\, including training as a monk in Burma\, and was authorized to teach Insight Meditation by Jack Kornfield in 2010. His primary Buddhist teachers include Kornfield\, Sylvia Boorstein\, Gil Frons dal\, Eugene Cash\, Kittisaro\, Ṭhānissara\, Ṭhānissaro Bhikkhu\, Anam Thubten\, and Chammyay Sayadaw (U Janaka)\, with whom he ordained as a bhikkhu for a Rains Retreat in Burma in 2002.He studied Haṭha and Viny āsa Yogas with Alice Joanou\, Rachel Shaw\, Amanda Moran\, and David Mor eno\, and taught mindfulness-based āsana and prāṇāyāma for 10 ye ars. He performed for many years in music\, dance\, and performance art\, including with Keith Hennessy’s Circo Zero\, and was certified in Somati c Experiencing (SE) and Organic Intelligence (OI) with Steven Hoskinson\, integrating the complex systems approach from OI in a distinctively Buddhi st approach to trauma resolution. He received his PhD in Performance Studi es from UC Davis in 2016\, writing on extraordinary states of consciousnes s in Buddhist meditation and experimental dance. He teaches at Spirit Rock Meditation Center\, East Bay Meditation Center\, Insight Timer\, and else where\, focusing on the integration of philosophy\, somatics\, and social justice discourse with the Dharma.Website: SeanFeitOakes.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silent Group Meditation (Free\, No Guidance) DTSTART:20260923T160000Z DTEND:20260923T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T061523Z UID:36584-1790154000-1790155800@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mondays: 8:00am – 8:30am Pacific Time\nWednesdays : 9:00am – 9:30am Pacific Time\nOngoing every week\, with rare exceptions. Check Full Calendar to verify dates. \nJoin for a group meditation – just us\, without a teacher. Do your own practice silently in the company of others . There will be no talk or guidance – only a bell to start and finish. L et’s be present\, together. \nAfter half an hour of silent sitting\, the re will be space for a brief hello in the end\, if we like. \nPlease be se ated by the time meditation starts\, so that we can begin together. You ar e welcome to have your camera and microphone on (unless you have a lot of background noise)\, so that we can feel as if we were in one space. \nThe zoom link remains the same for all the sessions\, so you are welcome to re gister only once and save the link for future reference. \nREGISTER\nTo ch eck your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T061523Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/group-meditation-ongoing-wednesday- 2026-q3/2026-09-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20260924T013000Z DTEND:20260924T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T062451Z UID:vomceltsvi3e0p4lt54frr2oa9@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here: https://momenc e.com/l/6khdrLZAWelcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Relatefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close friend of relational p ractices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulne ss is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment a s we relate to the others in the group. We will notice our relational patt erns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. W e'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us mor e clearly see each other and our broader social reality.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation practices. By placing awar eness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group \, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relating to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection by being deeply seen a nd understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're ab le to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, participants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by stepping away from the expe rience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other .Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close a t 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please register to reserve yo ur spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggested donation is $15Jos h Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator through the Relateful Com pany training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while continuing to grow his prac tice through retreats and regularly engaging other facilitators. Josh love s exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring.When he's not leadin g relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find him loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Michael Taft's meditati on courses\, or passionately following the New York Jets football team des pite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the science of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (he/him) has hundreds o f hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a cert ified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relateful Company. He draws f rom a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance tea ms\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recent inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence and calibrated relatio nal risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersection of mental health a nd AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T062451Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Present Moment Game with Alli Magidsohn DTSTART:20260924T020000Z DTEND:20260924T034500Z DTSTAMP:20260905T002843Z UID:2juc5lolppkgubcj94t24iadk9@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here:https://momence.com/Berkeley-Alembic/The -Present-Moment-Game-with-Alli-Magidsohn/137207456When we gather with othe rs\, conversation almost automatically drifts into what has already happen ed or what might happen next. Stories\, plans\, explanations\, reactions —these patterns are so normal that we barely notice just how much we rel ate to one another through the lens of the past and the future.But when th ose habits pause\, something surprising occurs.The room changes.Attention sharpens.A different kind of connection begins to emerge.A small clearing inside awareness opens—a place where no future is rehearsing itself and no echoes from the past are allowed to enter. We can touch this space in s olo contemplative practices\, but it’s rare to enter it with others.The Present Moment Game is a simple social meditation designed to explore that possibility.For one hour\, a small group agrees to step into this clearin g and stay inside the moment. What unfolds is often unexpected—and never the same twice.We call it a game because it can be playful. But it’s al so something more: an invitation to discover what becomes possible when a group of people agree to be fully here\, now\, together.Curious to learn m ore? Come play!____What to Expect:6:30 PM – Doors openArrive anytime wit hin the next 30 min and help yourself to complimentary tea while you settl e in.7:00 PM – The Game begins(We ask that all tea & water be left outsi de the circle)7:05 PM – Grace period closesOur container is sealed\, no entry beyond this time7:06 PM – Welcome\, introductions\, and review of the simple game rules7:25 PM – The Present Moment Game begins8:25 PM – The game ends\, followed by group reflections8:45 PM – Event concludesY ou're welcome to enjoy complimentary community tea service until 9:30 PMPl ease note: You will be asked to turn your phone off for the duration of th e game____Alli Magidsohn is the creator of The Present Moment Game\, an ex perimental social meditation practice that offers a simple yet powerful wa y to drop into the Now.After being introduced to T-Group in 2018\, Alli no ticed that what interested her most wasn’t the relational mechanics of t he practice\, but the context itself—the felt sense of a group of people paying close attention to what was happening in real time.So she took the core context of T-Group—the present moment—and turned it into the act ual subject of the inquiry. Inspired in part by the linguistic principles of E-Prime\, she added a few simple constraints that gently guide conversa tion away from the past and future and into what's happening right now.The result is The Present Moment Game\, a playful yet profound invitation to explore what it means to really be together in community\, right here\, no w.Learn more:www.thepresentmomentgame.comInstagram: @thepresentmomentgame LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T002843Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20260924T153000Z DTEND:20260924T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/x9hkAKO9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Somatic Breathwork Journey: Emotional Release & Nervous System Res et with Anna Bolender DTSTART:20260925T010000Z DTEND:20260925T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T062611Z UID:1fcki10sctn92c4u9n3i3d2t1i@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/R5hgkVv1Somatic Breathwork is an embodiment practice designed to move you out of the think ing mind and into the intelligence of the body. It gives the body space to express and discharge stored emotion\, stress\, and old patterns that may be weighing you down.The practice uses circular connected breathing with rhythmic music to support a cathartic release\, which may take the form of movement\, shaking\, yelling\, crying\, laughing\, or simply stillness. T he aim is to give the body room to express what often has no place in ever yday social settings\, so the nervous system can process stuck emotion and return toward balance.This session is designed to help you move out of yo ur head and into your body\, reset the nervous system toward calm\, and su pport you to reconnect with a more grounded sense of self. What to expect: Opening check-in and introduction60-minute guided somatic breathwork journ eyIntegration and optional group sharingPlease bring a journal and water b ottle\, and wear comfortable clothes.Please arrive 10 minutes early— doo rs will close promptly on time and there will be no late entries.Anna Bole nder is a Certified Somatic Embodiment and Intuitive Life Coach and Breath Facilitator.Through her workshops\, programs\, and immersive experiences\ , Anna helps people come home to themselves — reconnecting with their bo dy's wisdom\, building self-trust\, and creating simple\, sustainable prac tices that support lasting transformation from the inside out.Blending som atics\, nervous system education\, breathwork\, energy healing\, quantum w ellness\, and mindset work\, Anna guides others to break free from limitin g patterns\, cultivate greater presence and resilience\, and create lives that feel more aligned\, joyful\, and deeply fulfilling.Her mission is to empower people to become their own healers and build lives that naturally support their health\, well-being\, and fullest expression. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T062611Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20260925T013000Z DTEND:20260925T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQh51ZZe Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20260925T023000Z DTEND:20260925T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20260925T160000Z DTEND:20260925T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/OehA87PDExperie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20260925T170000Z DTEND:20260925T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Butoh-Inspired Movement Meditation with Maya Kaufman DTSTART:20260927T230000Z DTEND:20260928T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T002718Z UID:280r74nkv9bnvtoigvd05m4e82@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/DAhAQdWwButoh is a slow\, surreal movement practice rooted in deep listening\, imagination \, and transformation. In these guided movement meditations\, we explore t he body as landscape\, myth\, and memory\, softening habitual patterns and awakening new ways of being. No dance experience is needed\, only a curio sity and openness to move\, feel\, and enter the unknown.Each class begins with a gentle opening circle to arrive\, ground\, and set intention toget her. We move into a somatic warm-up\, awakening sensation\, breath\, and s ubtle awareness in the body. From there\, you’ll be guided through a but oh-fu score\; poetic\, image and/or narrative based originally written lon g-form prompts that invite transformation from the inside out\, allowing t he body to become something other than itself. We’ll also explore simple butoh exercises that deepen presence\, perception\, connection\, and imag inative embodiment.We close with a soft landing: time to integrate\, refle ct\, and share (if desired)\, leaving you resourced\, expanded\, and a lit tle more in touch with the mysterious wisdom built of your body. Arrive ho wever you are\, and leave having touched something vast\, intimate\, and u nknowably alive within you. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T002718Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Echoes of Emptiness with Chandra Easton DTSTART:20260928T013000Z DTEND:20260928T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T002827Z UID:57f1uh4sldsrcvug9b4cirqihc@google.com CATEGORIES:music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/MjhwqVj7Join Chandra Easton\, renowned Tibetan Buddhism teacher and devotional chantress\, for an evening of sacred sound where we experience the "echoes of emptiness" —the empty yet appearing nature of all sound\, thought\, and experience. This event blends Buddhist and Hindu Tantric traditions\, offering an acc essible\, joyful exploration of devotional music and meditation suitable f or all levels.Event highlights:Call and response chanting: Engage in tradi tional Sanskrit mantras to promote inner peace and spiritual reflection. T hrough kirtan (melodic chanting) and japa (mantra repetition)\, we uplift our spirits\, center ourselves\, and open our hearts to spiritual blessing s.Meditative atmosphere: Connect deeply with your inner self through rhyth mic\, repetitive chants\, exploring the space where sound and silence meet .Community connection: Share a collective musical journey that fosters uni ty and illuminates our interconnectedness. If the spirit moves you\, danci ng is always welcome.Buddhist & Hindu wisdom: Experience practices from Ma hayana\, Vajrayana\, and Hindu Tantric traditions\, including sacred deity practices such as the 21 Taras\, Avalokiteshvara\, and Saraswati for deep er states of meditative absorption.Chandra’s unique approach emphasizes direct spiritual experience over conceptual understanding\, encouraging pa rticipants to move beyond intellectual knowledge into embodied wisdom. By weaving together chanting\, storytelling\, and meditation\, she creates tr ansformative journeys that connect us with our innate enlightened nature —the very essence of “emptiness” in Buddhist philosophy.Join us for an evening where the echoes of ancient wisdom resonate through community p ractice\, guiding us toward the realization of our true nature and the pro found understanding of emptiness.Chandra Easton is a prominent Dharma teac her\, author\, and translator of Tibetan Buddhist texts. Her journey in Bu ddhism began at a young age\, taking refuge with the 16th Karmapa at the a ge of four. She later studied Buddhism and Tibetan language at the Library of Tibetan Works & Archives in Dharamsala\, India\, and received her degr ee in Religious Studies from the University of California Santa Barbara. I n 2015\, Easton was given the title Dorje Lopön (Vajra Teacher) of Tara M andala under Lama Tsultrim Allione and given the name Lopön Yeshe Dawa Za ngmo by H.E. Gochen Tulku Sang-ngag Rinpoche.Chandra has made significant contributions to Buddhist teaching and practice throughout her career. She co-translated "Sublime Dharma\, A Compilation of Two Texts on the Great P erfection" and authored "Embodying Tara: Twenty-One Manifestations to Awak en Your Innate Wisdom\," published in 2023. Easton has studied with promin ent Tibetan and Western Buddhist teachers\, including H.H. Dalai Lama\, H. H. Karmapa\, Lama Tsultrim Allione\, and B. Alan Wallace. She serves on va rious councils at Tara Mandala\, including the Executive Upaya Council\, G uiding Teacher Prajna Council\, and the Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion Cou ncil. Her work focuses on making traditional Tibetan teachings relevant an d accessible for modern experiences\, particularly in bringing forth the v oice of the sacred feminine in Buddhist theory and practice.Based in Berke ley\, California\, Chandra continues to teach at various venues\, includin g the Berkeley Alembic and the SF Dharma Collective\, and has been offerin g annual retreats at Esalen since 2003. She co-founded the 21 Taras Collec tive (www.21tarascollective.org) to record music for the twenty-one Taras mantras. Chandra has studied classical Indian Hindustani singing with Rita Sahai and Sudhanshu Sharma. Visit www.chandraeaston.com. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T002827Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silent Group Meditation (Free\, No Guidance) DTSTART:20260928T150000Z DTEND:20260928T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T061523Z UID:36575-1790582400-1790584200@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mondays: 8:00am – 8:30am Pacific Time\nand Wednesdays: 9:00a m – 9:30am Pacific Time\nOngoing every week\, with rare exceptions. Chec k Full Calendar to verify dates. \nJoin for a group meditation – just us \, without a teacher. Do your own practice silently in the company of othe rs. There will be no talk or guidance – only a bell to start and finish. Let’s be present\, together. \nAfter half an hour of silent sitting\, t here will be space for a brief hello in the end\, if we like. \nPlease be seated by the time meditation starts\, so that we can begin together. You are welcome to have your camera and microphone on (unless you have a lot o f background noise)\, so that we can feel as if we were in one space. \nTh e zoom link remains the same for all the sessions\, so you are welcome to register only once and save the link for future reference. \nREGISTER\nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T061523Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/group-meditation-ongoing-monday-202 6-q3/2026-09-28/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monday Community Yoga DTSTART:20260929T003000Z DTEND:20260929T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T001153Z UID:10002341-1790616600-1790620200@urbanadamah.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years\, this class is designed to be accessible\, supportive\, and adapta ble for everyone. Together we will weave ancestral Jewish wisdom and yogic philosophy into every breath and movement. These ancient traditions share a beautiful thread — both asking us to slow down\, get curious\, and sh ow up fully for our lives.  \n  \nCome with an open mind and a sense of fun as we blend embodied movement\, mindful breath work\, and energizing m usic in a space that welcomes both intention and joy. I look forward to pr acticing with you! \n  \n*Feel free to bring a water bottle and a mat wi th you and wear comfortable clothing. We have mats\, some blocks\, and yog a blankets available on site. Please arrive a few minutes before class beg ins promptly at 5:30pm and doors will lock at 5:30. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001153Z URL:https://urbanadamah.org/event/monday-community-yoga-20260928/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Urban Adamah X-SOURCE-URL:https://urbanadamah.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Silent Group Meditation (Free\, No Guidance) DTSTART:20260930T160000Z DTEND:20260930T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T181648Z UID:36585-1790758800-1790760600@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mondays: 8:00am – 8:30am Pacific Time\nWednesdays : 9:00am – 9:30am Pacific Time\nOngoing every week\, with rare exceptions. Check Full Calendar to verify dates. \nJoin for a group meditation – just us\, without a teacher. Do your own practice silently in the company of others . There will be no talk or guidance – only a bell to start and finish. L et’s be present\, together. \nAfter half an hour of silent sitting\, the re will be space for a brief hello in the end\, if we like. \nPlease be se ated by the time meditation starts\, so that we can begin together. You ar e welcome to have your camera and microphone on (unless you have a lot of background noise)\, so that we can feel as if we were in one space. \nThe zoom link remains the same for all the sessions\, so you are welcome to re gister only once and save the link for future reference. \nREGISTER\nTo ch eck your local time\, use a tool such as: Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T181648Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/group-meditation-ongoing-wednesday- 2026-q3/2026-09-30/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261001T153000Z DTEND:20261001T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261002T013000Z DTEND:20261002T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/15h6Bx8z Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261002T023000Z DTEND:20261002T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261002T160000Z DTEND:20261002T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information: https://momence.com/l/GBhyKAe2Experienc e the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice stre ngthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to heal \, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simple\ , time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes m ore spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel m ore resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261002T170000Z DTEND:20261002T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261004T173000Z DTEND:20261004T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/QQhwA jBM5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chair Yoga: In-person with Shari Ser DTSTART:20261004T220000Z DTEND:20261004T231500Z DTSTAMP:20260831T003242Z UID:10000867-1791126000-1791130500@adelineyoga.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Chair Yoga with Shari Ser\nA monthly class in person\nOn a Sun day from 3 – 4:15 pm:\nOct 4\nNov 1\nDec 13\nChairs offer a supported an d accessible approach to yoga practice. Using a chair as a primary prop to bring stability\, clarity\, and ease to each pose. It is not a “lesser ” practice—it is a precise and intelligent way of working that can dee pen awareness and refine action. \nPostures are adapted so that students c an experience the essential shape and intention of each asana with less st rain. The chair helps to improve balance\, and create space in the body\, making the practice suitable for those recovering from injury\, navigating fatigue\, or simply seeking a more supported experience. \nAt the same ti me\, yoga with a chair can be surprisingly challenging. With the support o f the chair\, we are able to stay longer\, observe more closely\, and work with greater sensitivity. This often reveals new pathways of strength\, m obility\, and understanding. \nThis class invites a steady\, attentive pra ctice—one that meets you where you are and helps you move toward greater integration\, stability\, and ease. \nThis will be a covid cautious month ly yoga class.  Shari will bring high quality KN 95 masks for students th at choose to wear one. Shari herself will be masked teaching the class. Ma sking is a way to continue to take care of our community especially our ol der and immunocompromised students who may be missing the availability of in person covid safer group classes. \nWe plan this class to happen once a month\, on a Sunday 3 – 4:15 pm.  Register for each one individually. \nWho is this class for? \nMobile people who want to use a chair as a prim ary prop to aid in a practice either due to age\, debility\, surgical reco very\, balance or chronic illness. You must be able to independently get u p and down from the floor.  Some experience with yoga would be helpful. \ n  \nTuition:\nUse your membership or class pass \nOr drop in for $30 \nR EGISTER HERE\n  \nAbout your instructor:\n \nShari Ser (she/her) is a Cer tified Iyengar Yoga teacher\, a physical therapist and certified yoga ther apist (C-IAYT). She has been practicing yoga for over 35 years along with working as a physical therapist throughout that time. She loves teaching y oga with students who may feel uncomfortable in faster paced yoga classes and need more personalized attention. \nShari is a Level 1 CIYT\, a certif ied trainer in Dr Loren Fishman’s Yoga for Osteoporosis method and teach es an ongoing Yoga for Healthy bones class at Adeline Yoga currently on zo om. \nShari loves teaching anatomy classes for yoga students and teachers and believes we can deepen our practice and teaching of yoga through a goo d understanding of basic anatomy. She is a graduate of the Adeline Yoga Sa dhana Studies Program. Her additional certifications include RYT 500\, E-R YT\, Shari is an avid believer of the practice and power of yoga throughou t the years. She believes in its immense value in maintaining mobility\, i ndependence and equanimity as we all age. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T003242Z URL:https://adelineyoga.com/event/yoga-chair/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Adeline Yoga Studio X-SOURCE-URL:https://adelineyoga.com/schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yirah: A Jewish Psychedelic Integration Circle DTSTART:20261007T013000Z DTEND:20261007T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:128qenhb87o5oskr0lo5kj0pq0@google.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/dahVOLldsychedelics c an surface anything\, including awe\, insight\, grief\, trauma\, even ance stral or collective pain. Without support\, it can be hard to make sense o f what happened\, let alone carry it forward in a meaningful way.Yirah—o ften translated as awe\, reverence\, or a kind of holy trembling—is the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast\, meaningful\, and not e ntirely knowable. Psychedelic experiences often bring us right to that edg e. This Jewish psychedelic integration circle offers a space to meet those moments together\, within the safety of Jewish community and the containe r of Jewish teachings. Together\, we make meaning of what we’ve seen and felt\, and begin the slow\, human work of weaving those insights into our lives.Each monthly\, drop-in circle includes grounding and intention-sett ing\, a brief orientation\, an experiential practice (meditation\, movemen t\, somatic work\, or parts work)\, and small- and large-group sharing. Th is is a supported peer group rather than psychotherapy\, designed to foste r connection\, reflection\, and practical integration.Note: This is an aff inity space exclusively for people who identify as Jewish—by heritage or conversion—including those who are part-Jewish. Those who do not meet t hese criteria will not be admitted. To support safety and connection in a time of deep division\, we also hold a clear and intentional container: we do not engage in political discussion here. The focus is on integration\, presence\, and community.Whether you’re new to Jewish practice or findi ng your way back in\, whether your journeys have been expansive\, messy\, or disorienting—you’re welcome here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261008T153000Z DTEND:20261008T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261009T013000Z DTEND:20261009T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/79hedGbd Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261009T023000Z DTEND:20261009T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261009T160000Z DTEND:20261009T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/ymhaQB2VExperie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261009T170000Z DTEND:20261009T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20261015T013000Z DTEND:20261015T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:4j1d8of5u7mg86fs1ck0db68sj_R20260212T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here to reserve your spot: https://momence.com/l/k8hbvWr6Welcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Re latefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close f riend of relational practices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulness is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment as we relate to the others in the group. We will notic e our relational patterns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. We'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us more clearly see each other and our broader social reali ty.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation pract ices. By placing awareness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group\, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relat ing to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection b y being deeply seen and understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're able to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, partic ipants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by steppi ng away from the experience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other.Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close at 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please r egister to reserve your spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggest ed donation is $15Josh Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator thro ugh the Relateful Company training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while contin uing to grow his practice through retreats and regularly engaging other fa cilitators. Josh loves exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring .When he's not leading relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find hi m loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Mi chael Taft's meditation courses\, or passionately following the New York J ets football team despite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the scienc e of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (h e/him) has hundreds of hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relatefu l Company. He draws from a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance teams\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recen t inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence a nd calibrated relational risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersecti on of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Psychedelic Breathwork with Matt Barkin DTSTART:20261015T020000Z DTEND:20261015T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:36m8kb1ahbt4esjkj77he9j32l@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information: https://momence.com/l/QQhw4gQxBy increa sing the flow of oxygen or Prana in our bodies\, we can begin to move and release tension.In this class we shift our focus from the realm of thought s to the intricate web of electrical signals within our bodies. Regardless of whether you've faced significant stress or trauma\, this approach offe rs profound benefits to the nervous system. The accumulation of daily stre ssors can strain our bodies and without releasing this tension through exp ression\, it can manifest as depression\, anxiety\, or disease over time.I n this class we- Lay down for a guided short meditation.- Practice the bre athwork sequence together for around 30 minutes.- Relax and recover.- Opti onal sharing and snacks afterwards.NOTE: Doors close 5 minutes after the s tart of class.Matt Barkin has been studying breathwork and meditation for over 15 years. His training is rooted in the ancient practices of Buddhist Vipassana and Kriya Yoga. His goal as a guide is to help students awaken their self-healing potential with the breath! Learn more about Matt here h ttps://mattbarkin.com/breathwork/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20261015T023000Z DTEND:20261015T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:4j1d8of5u7mg86fs1ck0db68sj_R20260212T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here to reserve your spot: https://momence.com/l/BGhDJ6mLWelcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Re latefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close f riend of relational practices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulness is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment as we relate to the others in the group. We will notic e our relational patterns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. We'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us more clearly see each other and our broader social reali ty.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation pract ices. By placing awareness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group\, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relat ing to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection b y being deeply seen and understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're able to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, partic ipants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by steppi ng away from the experience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other.Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close at 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please r egister to reserve your spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggest ed donation is $15Josh Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator thro ugh the Relateful Company training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while contin uing to grow his practice through retreats and regularly engaging other fa cilitators. Josh loves exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring .When he's not leading relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find hi m loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Mi chael Taft's meditation courses\, or passionately following the New York J ets football team despite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the scienc e of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (h e/him) has hundreds of hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relatefu l Company. He draws from a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance teams\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recen t inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence a nd calibrated relational risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersecti on of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261015T153000Z DTEND:20261015T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261016T013000Z DTEND:20261016T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/rqhRxBJk Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261016T023000Z DTEND:20261016T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261016T160000Z DTEND:20261016T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/GBhBD6AQExperie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261016T170000Z DTEND:20261016T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yoga Retreat at Mar De Jade in Mexico with Anneke DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023 DTSTAMP:20260801T061104Z UID:10000855-1792195200-1792713599@adelineyoga.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Join the waitlist for a Yoga Retreat at Mar de Jade\nWITH ANNE KE FAAS \n  \nOctober 17–22\, 2026\nMar De Jade\nLocated approximately 90-minutes from Puerto Vallarta on the Pacific Side of Mexico\, Mar de Jad e is situated between the tropical jungle mountainside and the blue-green ocean of the Chacala beach.  Meals are prepared with great care\, attenti on and love using fresh and healthy ingredients mainly from Mar de Jade’ s 17-acre organic farm. The natural beauty\, fresh ocean air\, and colorfu l accommodations inspire a connection with nature—it’s a perfect place to retreat from everyday life and practice yoga together. \n \nOur retrea t includes:\n✨ Daily Iyengar yoga classes with Anneke\, including active asana\, restorative sessions\, pranayama\, chanting\, and philosophy disc ussion.\n✨ A beautiful retreat setting near Puerto Vallarta\, surrounded by nature and serenity.\n✨ Nourishing meals\, relaxation time\, and a w elcoming yoga community.\n✨ Space to deepen your understanding of yoga i n a dedicated\, immersive environment. \n \nFIND YOUR INSPIRATION\nADD ME TO THE WAITLIST \n\n \nWHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?\nEach morning will start with sunrise tea or coffee\, followed by yoga sutra study\, chanting\, and an a ctive 2 hour class suitable for all levels. After the class\, a delicious breakfast will be served in the open-air dining area overlooking Chacala B each and the ocean. \nThe practice hall at Mar De Jade is specifically des igned for Iyengar Yoga\, featuring beautiful wood floors and wall ropes. W ith panoramic ocean views and floor-to-ceiling windows\, our hall is airy and filled with natural light. \nThere will be time each day for your own adventures and quiet contemplation. Consider visiting the Altavista petrog lyphs\, hiking to another local beach and taking a boat ride home\, or exp loring the local Mexican markets. Alternatively\, spend the day exploring Mar De Jade\, enjoying a spa treatment or a relaxing nap in a hammock unde r the shade of our thatched-roof palapa. \nMar de Jade offers a swimming p ool and Jacuzzi nestled amidst bougainvillea flowers and palm trees. You c an wander on the paths lining the hotel grounds and visit the herb garden. Chacala Beach is also nearby for swimming\, paddle-boarding\, or kayaking \, weather permitting. \nBefore sunset\, a restorative and pranayama pract ice will leave you refreshed after the day’s activities. Join us for 6 d ays of good company\, healthy food\, rejuvenation in the fresh ocean air. \n  \n\n \n\n“The practice (asana\, breathe\, chanting) was incredible and beyond my expectations. I felt so in my body and outside the noisiness of my brain. I came home in such an exhale sort of space.” ~Pilar S.\n\ n \n\n“Mar de Jade is one of the great undiscovered pleasures of Mexico … A tropical setting that lifts the spirits and fires the imagination. ” – San Francisco Chronicle\n\n \nAmazing Accommodations\n \n  \n  \ n  \nThis retreat is FULL but more room might be added.  Join our waitli st today \n\nOcean View Room Single Occupancy — $3\,395 (FULL) \nOcean V iew Room Double Occupancy — $3\,000 (FULL) \nGuest Room Single Occupancy — $2\,900 (FULL) \nGuest Room Double Occupancy — $2\,550 (FULL) \n\nO cean Rooms are bright and airy\, with an indoor sitting area and floor-to- ceiling glass doors opening onto a private balcony. these spectacular room s are decorated with rich textiles and custom made mahogany wood furniture \, providing a sense of timeless Mexican elegance. \nGuest Rooms are a sim ple yet comfortable option for one to two people\, offering garden or jung le views. They provide a cozy and well appointed option for those seeking simplicity and comfort. \nSome rooms require steps to climb. \n  \n\nTHIS RETREAT IS FULL. PLEASE JOIN THE WAITLIST \n\nWAITLIST ME! \n\n\n \nWHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RETREAT?\n\nYour accommodations and use of this incredi ble property\n3 delicious meals per day\, with plenty of options to meet y our dietary needs.\nAsana and pranayama classes each day.\nWIFI\nAir condi tioning in most sleeping areas\nTaxes\nPeaceful down time and ample opport unities to explore the area\n\nWhat is not included: \n\nAirfare\nGround t ransportation to/from the airport and Mar De Jade\nTravel insurance\nSpa t reatments\nAdditional adventures\nStaff Gratuities\n\nThe actual schedule varies per day.  We will usually have two yoga-related activities togethe r each day\, whether it be pranayama\, asana or group discussion. We will have free time for activities on your own. \nThis is an incredible opportu nity to deepen your practice\, find quietude\, and connect with a like-min ded community in a breathtaking setting. \n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n  \n\nINCRED IBLE FOOD\nMeals at Mar de Jade are a favorite! Delicious and well balance d buffet-style meals are served three times daily in the open-air dining r oom overlooking Chacala bay. \nEvery dish is made daily from scratch using fresh ingredients from our Organic Farm. Our menu is inspired by traditio nal Mexican cuisine and international flavors. The kitchen is happy to acc ommodate your dietary restrictions and food allergies\, with advance notic e. \nThroughout the day visit the snack bar at any time to enjoy coffee\, tea\, fruit\, bread\, and the stellar homemade organic peanut butter and m ango marmalade. Free purified water is available at stations throughout th e grounds. \n \nWHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?\nIyengar Yoga students with at le ast one year of consistent practice are welcome. \nParticipants should hav e a strong interest in all aspects of yoga to fully enjoy the retreat. Stu dents are welcome to bring partners or friends who do not wish to particip ate in the yoga classes:  you can select the “non-yoga participant” r ate for them. \nThis property involves lots of stairs\, and our yoga hall is on the third floor.  You must be physical fit enough to climb these st airs. \n  \n\n\nI’M READY TO GET ON THE WAITLIST!\n\nWho This Retreat I s Not For?\nThis retreat may not be the best fit if: \nYou are brand new t o Iyengar Yoga or have not yet established a consistent practice. \nYou ar e looking for a vacation with minimal structure or only occasional yoga cl asses. \nYou prefer a fast-paced tourist experience rather than time for q uiet\, reflection\, and practice. \nYou are unable to comfortably climb se veral flights of stairs each day. \nThis retreat is designed for students who want to step away from daily life and immerse themselves in practice\, study\, and the natural beauty of Mar de Jade. \n\n\n \nABOUT THE LOCATIO N\nMar de Jade sits on the shores of Playa Chacala\, a small Mexican fishi ng village with plenty of charm that still retains a traditional way of li fe. It has easy access to Puerto Vallarta International Airport\, just 90 minutes south\, yet feels worlds apart from the big tourist developments. The town and surrounding areas have much to offer\; from jungle hikes and ancient petroglyphs\, to the simple pleasure of playing on the soft sand a nd swimming in the year-round warm ocean waters. \nChacala is the most pri stine and picturesque bay in the Riviera Nayarit\, with golden sand\, coco nut trees\, and palapa (thatched-roof) restaurants along the shore\, surro unded by tropical jungle mountainsides. Home to approximately 400 resident s\, the town’s unhurried lifestyle is complemented by the welcoming and friendly attitude of locals. \nGETTING THERE\nIt is best to fly in and out of Puerto Vallarta which is Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport\,in Puerto Vallarta\, Jalisco. Airport code: PVR.  There are many daily non-s top and connecting flights to choose from. \nWe will arrange the pick-up a nd drop-off for the entire group to/from Mar de Jade and the airport. Plan to arrive in the late morning to early afternoon\, and to depart in the e arly afternoon to late evening. \nSome students choose to come a few days earlier or stay a few days later in Puerto Vallarta or one of the towns en route to Mar de Jade such as Sayulita or San Jose. \nJOIN THE WAITLIST HE RE\n\n \nYOUR INSTRUCTOR & GROUP LEADER\n \n\nAnneke Faas (she/her) is a C ertified Iyengar Yoga Teacher and Certified Yoga Therapist (c-IAYT). She b ecame a devoted practitioner at the age of 14\, and a yoga teacher in coll ege. Yoga continues to support her through many stages of life. Anneke has a knack for relating yoga to everyday living – using it as a tool to br ing balance and meaning to students’ lives. As a teacher\, Anneke has a warm presence and directs her classes with ease and careful focus. Beginne rs love Anneke’s fun classes! Her love of yoga philosophy and chanting s hines through in her work with intermediate classes. She also offers exper tise to pregnant and post-natal mothers. Anneke loves being in nature with her family. You will find her camping in the mountains with her children\ , or playing in the ocean during her free time. \n \n\n\nTravel Insurance\ nWe HIGHLY recommend that you consider purchasing Travel Insurance right a fter you book your trip. This is so important because you can select a “ cancel for any reason” policy that will also help in case you need to ca ncel your trip last minute plus you will have support for any weather & tr avel delays or emergency medical needs.  Previous retreat participants ha ve selected World Nomads\, Faye and Trawick International for their insura nce policies. \nCancellation Policy\nWhen we receive your deposit\, we res erve your room.  Your $500 deposit is not refundable. \nCancellations rec eived before May 15 are entitled to a full refund minus the $500 deposit. Cancellations received by August 1 are entitled to a 50% refund minus the $500 deposit. Cancellations received after August 2 will not receive a ref und. Due to arrangements made with our hosts\, there can be no exceptions to this policy. \nPlease make sure you have insurance coverage that can he lp you if you need to cancel close to your departure date. \n  \nStill ha ve more questions?\nLearn more by emailing anneke@adelineyoga.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T061104Z URL:https://adelineyoga.com/event/mardejade-with-anneke/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Adeline Yoga Studio X-SOURCE-URL:https://adelineyoga.com/schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cutting Through Fear and Attachment: The Practice of Chöd in the Bön Tradition\, Part 2 with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche DTSTART:20261017T170000Z DTEND:20261018T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T002736Z UID:1pi7r6dn51vqbulqsdsjr839sm@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/x9hjEy5vAll are welcome to attend this weekend retreat\, the second part of a two-part ser ies on the practice of chöd in the Tibetan Bön tradition. In Tibetan\, c höd means "to cut." The practice is designed to help cut through habitual patterns of fear and attachment\, offering a path toward healing and buil ding a greater creative presence in daily life.Chöd is traditionally prac ticed through a combination of chanting\, prayer\, and visualization\, acc ompanied by a hand drum (damaru) and bell. Practitioners use these tools t o enter a contemplative state in which they visualize offering the body — symbolically dismantled and transformed into an abundant feast — to all beings\, including those forces we typically perceive as frightening o r threatening. This act of symbolic self-offering is meant to confront the root of fear directly rather than avoid it: by imagining giving away what we most instinctively protect\, practitioners can work with attachment to the self at its source.Over the course of the weekend\, participants will learn the structure of the chöd ritual\, the meaning behind its symbolis m\, and how the practice can be integrated into ongoing spiritual work. Bu ilding on the foundation from Part 1\, this session will go deeper into th e practice's techniques and their application to everyday emotional and ps ychological patterns.You do not need to have attended the first session to join this one. Tenzin Rinpoche\, fluent in English\, teaches in a warm an d engaging style\, frequently drawing on examples from contemporary cultur e to bring the Bön teachings to life and make them relevant to modern pra ctitioners.We will meet October 17th\, 10:00am-5:30pm + October 18\, 9:00a m-5:00pm. We will send more information the week of the retreat. Please ma ke sure to check all boxes that allow us to communicate with you or you ma y not receive the needed information. Early bird Pricing Ends October 16th .Bio: Founder and spiritual director of Ligmincha International\, Geshe Te nzin Wangyal Rinpoche is a respected and beloved teacher and meditation ma ster in the Bön Buddhist tradition of Tibet. He has students in more than 25 countries\, teaches around the world and reaches thousands of students through his online programs.Trained as a Bön monk\, Rinpoche now lives a s a householder\, allowing him to more fully relate to the needs and conce rns of his students. Known for the depth of his wisdom and his unshakeable commitment to helping students recognize their true nature\, he is the au thor of many books and online courses. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T002736Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cutting Through Fear and Attachment: The Practice of Chöd in the Bön Tradition\, Part 2 with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche DTSTART:20261018T160000Z DTEND:20261019T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T002736Z UID:63fqirn09tl7sitra9supt36jm@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/x9hjEy5vAll are welcome to attend this weekend retreat\, the second part of a two-part ser ies on the practice of chöd in the Tibetan Bön tradition. In Tibetan\, c höd means "to cut." The practice is designed to help cut through habitual patterns of fear and attachment\, offering a path toward healing and buil ding a greater creative presence in daily life.Chöd is traditionally prac ticed through a combination of chanting\, prayer\, and visualization\, acc ompanied by a hand drum (damaru) and bell. Practitioners use these tools t o enter a contemplative state in which they visualize offering the body — symbolically dismantled and transformed into an abundant feast — to all beings\, including those forces we typically perceive as frightening o r threatening. This act of symbolic self-offering is meant to confront the root of fear directly rather than avoid it: by imagining giving away what we most instinctively protect\, practitioners can work with attachment to the self at its source.Over the course of the weekend\, participants will learn the structure of the chöd ritual\, the meaning behind its symbolis m\, and how the practice can be integrated into ongoing spiritual work. Bu ilding on the foundation from Part 1\, this session will go deeper into th e practice's techniques and their application to everyday emotional and ps ychological patterns.You do not need to have attended the first session to join this one. Tenzin Rinpoche\, fluent in English\, teaches in a warm an d engaging style\, frequently drawing on examples from contemporary cultur e to bring the Bön teachings to life and make them relevant to modern pra ctitioners.We will meet October 17th\, 10:00am-5:30pm + October 18\, 9:00a m-5:00pm. We will send more information the week of the retreat. Please ma ke sure to check all boxes that allow us to communicate with you or you ma y not receive the needed information. Early bird Pricing Ends October 16th .Bio: Founder and spiritual director of Ligmincha International\, Geshe Te nzin Wangyal Rinpoche is a respected and beloved teacher and meditation ma ster in the Bön Buddhist tradition of Tibet. He has students in more than 25 countries\, teaches around the world and reaches thousands of students through his online programs.Trained as a Bön monk\, Rinpoche now lives a s a householder\, allowing him to more fully relate to the needs and conce rns of his students. Known for the depth of his wisdom and his unshakeable commitment to helping students recognize their true nature\, he is the au thor of many books and online courses. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T002736Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261018T173000Z DTEND:20261018T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/mXhxD PGQ5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discovering Vividness: Meditation and Movement with Evolving Groun d DTSTART:20261018T220000Z DTEND:20261019T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:52acdk4qeb0dg304pu8n2i1uvf_R20251116T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Events and Registration here: https://momence.com/l/g7hgXexeT he Bay Area Evolving Ground local group meets regularly at The Alembic to meditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. We meet and greet\, then start with a short introduction to opening awareness meditation. We sit for 20 minutes\, take a break\, practice some slow standing meditation s together\, take a break\, and then sit for another 20 minutes. We end wi th questions and discussion.Opening awareness is a seated meditation leadi ng to vividness and spacious clarity. It is Evolving Ground’s foundation al meditation and is a contemporary version of the Dzogchen practice of  shi-ne (shamatha in Sanskrit).The movements come from the Sky Realm Se ries (Nam'khor in Tibetan). These are Dzogchen long-de practices uniqu e to Evolving Ground. They look and feel quite similar to Qi Gong\, thoug h they operate on a different principle: discovery of the nonduality of cl arity and bliss\, through the experience of “tsal”—embodied awarenes s as non-ordinary sensation.Attendees need no prior experience. There will be plenty of space for questions\, reflections\, and group exploration of the practices.This meetup is free to attend.Evolving Ground is a global community exploring a transformational path of passionate involvement with the world. Our life-affirming approach empowers creative\, effective indi viduals: people who live with courage\, kindness\, and grace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discovering Vividness: Meditation and Movement with Evolving Groun d DTSTART:20261018T230000Z DTEND:20261019T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:52acdk4qeb0dg304pu8n2i1uvf_R20251116T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Events and Registration here:https://momence.com/l/e4heGgKQThe Bay Area Evolving Ground local group meets regularly at The Alembic to me ditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. We meet and greet\, t hen start with a short introduction to opening awareness meditation. We si t for 20 minutes\, take a break\, practice some slow standing meditations together\, take a break\, and then sit for another 20 minutes. We end with questions and discussion.Opening awareness is a seated meditation leading to vividness and spacious clarity. It is Evolving Ground’s foundational meditation and is a contemporary version of the Dzogchen practice of s hi-ne (shamatha in Sanskrit).The movements come from the Sky Realm Serie s (Nam'khor in Tibetan). These are Dzogchen long-de practices unique t o Evolving Ground. They look and feel quite similar to Qi Gong\, though t hey operate on a different principle: discovery of the nonduality of clari ty and bliss\, through the experience of “tsal”—embodied awareness a s non-ordinary sensation.Attendees need no prior experience. There will be plenty of space for questions\, reflections\, and group exploration of th e practices.This meetup is free to attend.Evolving Ground is a global com munity exploring a transformational path of passionate involvement with th e world. Our life-affirming approach empowers creative\, effective individ uals: people who live with courage\, kindness\, and grace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261022T153000Z DTEND:20261022T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261023T013000Z DTEND:20261023T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/Elhv9ZmB Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261023T023000Z DTEND:20261023T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Progression of Teaching: Professional Development for Yoga Teacher s DTSTART:20261023T153000Z DTEND:20261025T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T002608Z UID:10000490-1792744200-1792944000@adelineyoga.com CATEGORIES:education,wellness DESCRIPTION:Progression of Teaching\nA weekend of teacher development\nOct ober 23 – 25\, 2026 in-person\nOur weekend together is your opportunity to boost your teaching skills within a supportive community of colleagues.    Our focus will be on helping method. \nThis session of Progression of Teaching will specifically focus on observation and correction skills suc h as how to hone our powers of observation.  What to observe and how to i nterpret what we observe?  And how to act based on what we observe?  For Yoga Philosophy we will take a deep look at the kleshas\, how to work wit h these afflictions in both our teaching and as Sadhakas. \nOver the three days\, we will reflect on the balancing act required for effective teachi ng.  Teaching Iyengar Yoga requires you to help individual students while moving the entire classroom forward.  This requires knowledge of the asa na you are teaching\, an easily accessible toolkit of modifications and co rrections AND strong decision making skills regarding what you say and wha t you don’t say. \nOver the three days\, you will consider your own exis ting strengths and uncover the skills that are ready for maturation.  You will get more experience in the well-timed application of instruction\, o bservation\, correction and demonstration. \n  \nThe schedule \nFriday: \ n8:30 – 11:30 am:  This includes a public class + time afterwards to di scuss the experience including thought process and teaching skills \n1:30 – 3:45 pm :  Teacher education \nSaturday: \n1 – 5:30 pm:  Teacher E ducation \nSunday: \n8:30 – 11:15 am: This includes a public class + de- brief of the thought process and teaching skills \n1:15 – 4:15 pm:  Tea cher Education \nYou will receive an optional homework assignment.  This type of svadhaya is a central part of the Progression of Teaching weekend because it creates an auspicious beginning for the program\,  gives you a n opportunity to reflect on what you already know while developing new kno wledge\, and gives you time to connect with Heather.  Please register by September so you are able to complete the assignment. \nProgression of Tea ching is open to anyone who is trained as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. \nTUITI ON\nRegular rate: $274 per person \nScholarships are available\; email inf o@adelineyoga.com for details. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nMore about Progression of Teaching:\n  \n“It is the duty of the t eacher to know what to teach\,\nwhy to teach and how much to teach.” – BKS Iyengar\nProgression of Teaching is a cornerstone of our teacher supp ort\, offering an opportunity for you to develop your personal sadhana and teaching skills. Our weekend gathers are forum from which to build enduri ng relationships with peers and teachers. \nThis program is open to anyone who is trained as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. We offer support in your sadha na\, in teaching and career exploration\, gathering twice a year. \nTeachi ng yoga in an effective way is a very complex endeavor.  It can be so dif ficult to know what to teach\, why to teach and how much to teach whether you are teaching online\, in-person or hybrid\, with masks and without mas ks\, across diverse venues including public classes in a studio\, private lessons at home\, corporate venues\, college campuses and in community cen ters.  Our students have a huge diversity of urgent needs and interests.   That is why our time to come together is so valuable.  It is a time to be with your friends and colleagues and to learn from each other. \n \nDu ring our time together you will: \n\nEnhance your understanding of poses f rom Level 1 all the way to Level 3 syllabus.\nPractice teaching to build y our skills and confidence working with a range of bodies and situations.\n Develop confidence in sequencing these poses so that you can progress your own practice.\nUse the teaching skills at your level to convey the essenc e of Yoga.\nDive deeper into the source materials.\nGet feedback on your o wn teaching.\n\nOptional homework is given prior to each meeting.  This i s your way to study the syllabi in a focused way and get feedback on both the required knowledge and theoretical aspects of Iyengar Yoga.  Doing th e homework – and receiving personal feedback on it – is a central part of every Progression of Teaching gather. \nWhat are the thorny poses you want to look at? Doubts to discuss? Bring your questions. Participants wil l get feedback on their teaching and gain confidence working with their st udents in a variety of situations. \nPeople who are traveling from far dis tances\, here is more information about our location and favorite places t o stay and eat. \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:\nHeather Haxo Phillips is Director of Adeline Yoga and a certified Level 3 Iyengar yoga instructor (Senior Intermediate 1). Her additional certifications in clude: Certified Yoga Therapist (c-IAYT)\, Relax and Renew restorative yog a teacher and Yoga Alliance E-500 level instructor. She has specialized yo ga therapy training which includes scoliosis\, musculoskeletal injuries an d pain management.  One of her asana-related specialties is women’s hea lth. Heather has a deep commitment to the ancient teachings which includes mantra sadhana (chanting) and Sanskrit\, pranayama and yoga philosophy.  You can expect to find aspects of this in all of Heather’s classes. Hea ther deepens her own practice by studying regularly with senior Iyengar t eachers\, Sanskrit and Vedic scholars\, and the Iyengar family in Pune. \n Heather is an active volunteer for the Iyengar Yoga National Association o f the United States.  She currently serves as a member of the Assessment Committee and the DEIJ Committee\, and as an assessor and mentor.  She is past President of the Board of Directors for the Iyengar Yoga Association of Northern California. \n  \n \nCancellation policy for workshops:\nIf your cancellation request is received more than 72 hours before the event \, your workshop payment may be converted into Adeline Yoga account credit minus a $10 processing fee. To request a workshop cancellation\, please e mail support@adelineyoga.com. LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T002608Z URL:https://adelineyoga.com/event/progression-of-teaching/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Adeline Yoga Studio X-SOURCE-URL:https://adelineyoga.com/schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261023T160000Z DTEND:20261023T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/jJhGynMzExperie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261023T170000Z DTEND:20261023T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Present Moment Game with Alli Magidsohn DTSTART:20261024T020000Z DTEND:20261024T034500Z DTSTAMP:20260826T063938Z UID:6ac2p80aatb6gkgpvkpm7f3l4d@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/jJhJkAPAWhen we gather with others\, conversation almost automatically drifts into what ha s already happened or what might happen next. Stories\, plans\, explanatio ns\, reactions—these patterns are so normal that we barely notice just h ow much we relate to one another through the lens of the past and the futu re.But when those habits pause\, something surprising occurs.The room chan ges.Attention sharpens.A different kind of connection begins to emerge.A s mall clearing inside awareness opens—a place where no future is rehearsi ng itself and no echoes from the past are allowed to enter. We can touch t his space in solo contemplative practices\, but it’s rare to enter it wi th others.The Present Moment Game is a simple social meditation designed t o explore that possibility.For one hour\, a small group agrees to step int o this clearing and stay inside the moment. What unfolds is often unexpect ed—and never the same twice.We call it a game because it can be playful. But it’s also something more: an invitation to discover what becomes po ssible when a group of people agree to be fully here\, now\, together.Curi ous to learn more? Come play!____What to Expect:6:30 PM – Doors openArri ve anytime within the next 30 min and help yourself to complimentary tea w hile you settle in.7:00 PM – The Game begins(We ask that all tea & water be left outside the circle)7:05 PM – Grace period closesOur container i s sealed\, no entry beyond this time7:06 PM – Welcome\, introductions\, and review of the simple game rules7:25 PM – The Present Moment Game beg ins8:25 PM – The game ends\, followed by group reflections8:45 PM – Ev ent concludesYou're welcome to enjoy complimentary community tea service u ntil 9:30 PMPlease note: You will be asked to turn your phone off for the duration of the game____Alli Magidsohn is the creator of The Present Momen t Game\, an experimental social meditation practice that offers a simple y et powerful way to drop into the Now.After being introduced to T-Group in 2018\, Alli noticed that what interested her most wasn’t the relational mechanics of the practice\, but the context itself—the felt sense of a g roup of people paying close attention to what was happening in real time.S o she took the core context of T-Group—the present moment—and turned i t into the actual subject of the inquiry. Inspired in part by the linguist ic principles of E-Prime\, she added a few simple constraints that gently guide conversation away from the past and future and into what's happening right now.The result is The Present Moment Game\, a playful yet profound invitation to explore what it means to really be together in community\, r ight here\, now.Learn more:www.thepresentmomentgame.comInstagram: @thepres entmomentgame LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T063938Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dorothy Hunt ~ Chasing the Absolute\, Returning to Love the Relati ve ~ Half-Day Retreat DTSTART:20261024T160000Z DTEND:20261024T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T061617Z UID:36611-1792832400-1792845000@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Tasting the Absolute\, experiencing spirit\, reading or hearin g teachings from spiritual masters\, many seekers of truth develop ideas a nd illusions that Awakening means judging\, denying\, or by-passing the ch allenges\, messiness\, feelings\, thoughts\, and beauty of our human expre ssions. They chase an identity called “the Absolute” or being a “so meone” always “resting as Awareness.” There IS a Source\, but this a wake Mystery claims no identity. The truth of who/what we already are cann ot be gained by our effort or lost in our forgetfulness. The real freedom of Awakening is not resisting the moment that is here now\, rather deeply experiencing that all of life is an expression of an undivided Mystery— one the intellect will never “know” yet opens the Heart to intimately love its own expressions. \nPlease join us in exploring the possibility o f experiencing no separation between Absolute and Relative—true non-dual ity. We will meet for two sessions with a half an hour break about 10:30 a m. \nDorothy Hunt currently serves as Spiritual Director of Moon Mountain Sangha\, teaching at the request and in the spiritual lineage of Adyashant i. The flavor of her teaching blends Advaita and Zen with a deep welcoming of the human expressions of the Mystery. Dorothy is the founder of the Sa n Francisco Center for Meditation and Psychotherapy\, and practiced psycho therapy from 1967 until her retirement in 2020. She is the author of Only This!\, Leaves from Moon Mountain\, and Ending the Search: From Spiritual Ambition to the Heart of Awareness. In addition\, she is a contributing au thor to two books on Nondual Wisdom and Psychotherapy\, and the editor of Love: A Fruit Always in Season. \nwww.dorothyhunt.org \nSliding Scale: $40 to $80\nSome Partial Scholarships Available.\nAddress inquiries to web@op encirclecenter.org \nREGISTER \nThe event will be recorded and emailed to participants within a week.\nTo check your local time\, use a tool such as : Time Zone Converter LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T061617Z LOCATION:Online Video Meeting (phone access also available) URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/dorothy-hunt-oct-24-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Primal Gestures: An Experiential Day of Movement with Liz Koch DTSTART:20261024T170000Z DTEND:20261024T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:3f3pda6c7spvh65r1dk1la667n@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/nmhz90xJThis one -day workshop follows our evening lecture\, offering a direct experience o f the concepts presented.  Employing a bio-intelligent paradigm we will e xplore felt-sensed primal gestures. When we perceive and experience our sp ine through an embryological and biomorphic paradigm\, it is the nexus of our being—the source from which all aspects of self\, flow – a life sh aping central channel of fluid embodiment. Whether referred to as a channe l\, axis\, midline\, primitive streak\, or central nervous system\, the sp ine has oceanic and cosmic origins. Sensed as micro-undulations and spiral s that echo through tissue\, all life is touched by the planetary rhythms of vibrating water. Primal gestures stimulate innovative expressions. Disc over how engaging in the fluid field changes stress signals and impulses\, awakens creativity\, and evokes neuroplasticity. Movement is the mother o f innovation.This is an experiential day of movement. We will meet 10am-1p m and 2pm-4pm with a one hour lunch break.  Liz is doing a lecture on Fri day which has an option for a combined ticket: https://momence.com/l/x9h6e 550Liz Koch is a conceptual artist exploring the deep sensory system and t he bio-intelligence of our primal core as a means for developing human pot ential and igniting creative impulses. An international educator\, author\ , and creator of Core Awareness™\, she focuses on awareness as key for d eveloping human potential and awakening consciousness. With over 45 years of experience specializing in the tissue called Psoas\, Liz is recognized in the somatic\, bodywork\, and fitness professions as an authority on wha t is referred to in Daoist healing traditions as the "muscle of the soul."  Her teaching includes developing racial\, social\, and cultural awarene ss of BODY not as an object but as a living process. Nationally and intern ationally published\, her major works include The Psoas Book\, Core Awaren ess: Enhancing Yoga\, Pilates\, Exercise & Dance\, Mother\, Maiden\, Crone : Our Pleasure Playlist and Stalking Wild Psoas: Embodying Your Core Intel ligence. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Butoh-Inspired Movement Meditation with Maya Kaufman DTSTART:20261025T230000Z DTEND:20261026T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T002718Z UID:2j2hj0misfquk0vdql4dg8u4es@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/z9hL6dEWButoh is a slow\, surreal movement practice rooted in deep listening\, imagination \, and transformation. In these guided movement meditations\, we explore t he body as landscape\, myth\, and memory\, softening habitual patterns and awakening new ways of being. No dance experience is needed\, only a curio sity and openness to move\, feel\, and enter the unknown.Each class begins with a gentle opening circle to arrive\, ground\, and set intention toget her. We move into a somatic warm-up\, awakening sensation\, breath\, and s ubtle awareness in the body. From there\, you’ll be guided through a but oh-fu score\; poetic\, image and/or narrative based originally written lon g-form prompts that invite transformation from the inside out\, allowing t he body to become something other than itself. We’ll also explore simple butoh exercises that deepen presence\, perception\, connection\, and imag inative embodiment.We close with a soft landing: time to integrate\, refle ct\, and share (if desired)\, leaving you resourced\, expanded\, and a lit tle more in touch with the mysterious wisdom built of your body. Arrive ho wever you are\, and leave having touched something vast\, intimate\, and u nknowably alive within you. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T002718Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cultivating Emotional Balance: Monthly Practices for Making Our Te nder\, Messy Emotions the Path with Eve Ekman DTSTART:20261027T013000Z DTEND:20261027T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2qshn60qku4d000tj4vrl4qqbh@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/e4hZ0r5JEach mon th\, we explore a different emotional terrain through the lenses of contem porary emotion science\, Tibetan contemplative traditions\, and the core p rinciples of Cultivating Emotional Balance. Sessions weave together guided meditation\, reflective inquiry\, and shared discussion\, helping us reco gnize the arc of an emotion\, including its triggers\, bodily signals\, th oughts\, and action tendencies. By mapping these emotional episodes\, we l earn to meet experience with clarity rather than fusion\, compassion rathe r than avoidance\, and enough inner balance to choose how we respond.As th e practice deepens\, emotions that once felt destabilizing begin to reveal their inner resources—tenderness within sadness\, clarity within anger\ , wisdom within fear. When met directly and held with awareness\, each emo tion becomes its own medicine\, guiding us toward steadiness\, insight\, a nd a more open heart.We will work with a different emotion each month. Feb ruary's theme is Ethics & Integrity:Exploring how ethical living stabilize s the mind and empowers emotional balance. We will learn to see integrity as the quiet refuge beneath reactivity.Eve Ekman\, Ph.D.\, MSW\, is a teac her\, writer\, and contemplative social scientist whose work rests at the confluence of modern emotion science and living wisdom traditions. She is a longtime student of Jennifer Welwood and Tsoknyi Rinpoche\, and a newer student of earth-based lineages that deepen her commitment to embodied\, r elational practice.Eve teaches widely\, including a monthly meditation and book group at the SF Dharma Collective\, and offers trainings for clinici ans and healthcare professionals on the science and practice of compassion \, emotional balance\, and well-being. Her research spans burnout\, emotio nal awareness\, meditation\, and psilocybin-assisted therapy.With the supp ort of the Dalai Lama\, Eve co-created the Atlas of Emotion with her fathe r as a tool for deepening emotional understanding. She is the lead trainer for the Cultivating Emotional Balance program\, previously served as Well -Being and Mental Health Lead at Apple\, and is a Senior Fellow at UC Berk eley’s Greater Good Science Center as well as a Mind & Life Institute Fe llow. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Insight Meditation Satsang with Sean Oakes DTSTART:20261028T023000Z DTEND:20261028T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:5q55laljhcmqau5v2ukqfup4hh@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Tickets and details: https://momence.com/l/5ehP299jThis medit ation and study group is based in the Insight Meditation tradition and its sources in Thai Forest and Burmese Theravāda Buddhism. To this foundati on\, we add exploration of Mahāyāna Dharmas particularly from the Perf ection of Wisdom (Prajñāpāramitā) literature and lineage. The grou p meets weekly online\, and on fourth Tuesdays live at the Alembic.The foc us of the group is on deepening in Buddhist liberation practice\, and expl oring the links between individual & systemic liberation in the form of so cial justice and collective healing. I bring a particular focus on working with the nervous system and resolving the symptoms of trauma\, supported by devotional practice\, study\, and ethics as the basis of the path.All a re welcome. Cost is $5\, plus Dāna (pay what you can).Sean Oakes\, PhD ( he/him\, queer\, of Spanish/Puerto Rican and Northern European ancestry li ving on unceded Pomo land in California)\, teaches Buddhism\, Yoga\, and s omatic practice. He has studied in Theravāda\, Zen\, and Vajrāyāna B uddhist lineages since 1993\, including training as a monk in Burma\, and was authorized to teach Insight Meditation by Jack Kornfield in 2010. His primary Buddhist teachers include Kornfield\, Sylvia Boorstein\, Gil Frons dal\, Eugene Cash\, Kittisaro\, Ṭhānissara\, Ṭhānissaro Bhikkhu\, Anam Thubten\, and Chammyay Sayadaw (U Janaka)\, with whom he ordained as a bhikkhu for a Rains Retreat in Burma in 2002.He studied Haṭha and Viny āsa Yogas with Alice Joanou\, Rachel Shaw\, Amanda Moran\, and David Mor eno\, and taught mindfulness-based āsana and prāṇāyāma for 10 ye ars. He performed for many years in music\, dance\, and performance art\, including with Keith Hennessy’s Circo Zero\, and was certified in Somati c Experiencing (SE) and Organic Intelligence (OI) with Steven Hoskinson\, integrating the complex systems approach from OI in a distinctively Buddhi st approach to trauma resolution. He received his PhD in Performance Studi es from UC Davis in 2016\, writing on extraordinary states of consciousnes s in Buddhist meditation and experimental dance. He teaches at Spirit Rock Meditation Center\, East Bay Meditation Center\, Insight Timer\, and else where\, focusing on the integration of philosophy\, somatics\, and social justice discourse with the Dharma.Website: SeanFeitOakes.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vocal Discovery with Julia Norton DTSTART:20261029T020000Z DTEND:20261029T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:5pls4df31u8fca09ufhbj4ma9s@google.com CATEGORIES:education,music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/Mjh2WD1VThis new mont hly class is all about Vocal Discovery. We begin with gentle physical and vocal warm ups and then explore various forms of collaborative singing\, f rom close harmony singing\, improvisational singing and specific singing s tyles\, whilst building community and offering the singing balm we all des ire. At the end of each class participants will be guided through a short centering meditation to ground their experience. No previous singing expe rience needed\, ALL levels\, ages\, genders are welcome to join. Early Bir d is $20 through 5/20 and regular tickets are $30. Please wear loose comfo rtable clothing you can move in\, bring a journal or notepad to write or d raw in and water to drink. Please stay home if you have a cough or any sym ptoms of illness\, we want to make this a safe space for everyone. Thank y ou!Julia Norton has always been driven by a deep understanding that the si nging voice is not just about sounding ‘pretty’\, it’s about communi cating deep emotions and connecting with others\, whilst also connecting t o the core of who we truly are. Combining solid vocal technique\, gentle movement\, active imagination\, shadow work and play\, Julia’s mission i s to help people uncover the power\, authenticity\, and joy in their voice . To transform the stories that might be holding them back\, and to build community through collaborative singing and play. She has been singing and studying voice her whole life\, but completed an MA in Voice Movement The rapy in 2000 and has been a registered Voice Movement Therapy practitioner for over 25 years. She is also an award winning singer\, voice actor and a certified Jungian Coach. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261029T153000Z DTEND:20261029T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261030T013000Z DTEND:20261030T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/VRh5kMRD Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261030T023000Z DTEND:20261030T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261030T160000Z DTEND:20261030T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/BGh1xKb7Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261030T170000Z DTEND:20261030T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Death Sangha DTSTART:20261031T020000Z DTEND:20261031T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:6j33coj90dkd6pb7ie4ig4mqqq@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/z9hy4QKjIn Death Sang ha we will play with the fantasies of both eternalism and nihilism\, and e xperiment with the awakening that lies beyond both.Spirituality • Mystic ismAt its core\, all spirituality is about Death. The Buddha\, Buddhism\, and meditation practice have always been deeply concerned with Death\, dyi ng\, and mortality. Every living thing has to face the reality of Death\, and yet in modern meditation circles there is almost no confrontation with this ultimate question and primordial mystery. Instead there is denial\, obfuscation\, minimalizing\, and—essentially—painting a smiley face on the whole subject. If that seems ridiculous to you\, as well as something that misses the whole point\, then Death Sangha is for you.In Death Sangh a we meet to honor the fact of Death\, to face our own and others’ morta lity in a clear\, unsullied\, fierce\, humble\, and gracious manner. In De ath Sangha we will play with the fantasies of both eternalism and nihilism \, and experiment with the awakening that lies beyond both. We will confro nt experiences such as Cosmic Horror\, Cosmic Shame\, and Total Meaningles sness. We will also engage with the mythological\, occult\, psychological\ , historical\, and phenomenological aspects of this most important topic. And of course we will do plenty of meditation. Death Sangha is not a spec tacle for the curious\, nor is it a soporific for the frightened. In Death Sangha\, you will confront your deepest fears\, your most difficult warts and shadows\, and learn to meditate with the reality of your own imminent demise. It has often been said that until we truly accept Death\, we cann ot actually live. In Death Sangha\, we will not meekly accept Death\, but rather learn to passionately and exuberantly dance with this final and mos t intimate partner.Details:Cost: $45 suggested donation - no one turned aw ay for lack of funds.Important: Death Sangha begins at 7 pm sharp. Doors t o Alembic open at 6:30 and will be locked at exactly 7pm.Due to the intens e nature of this practice\, please do not come to Death Sangha unless you are feeling resourced and prepared. We will gladly issue you a refund if y ou choose not to attend.Death Sangha is in person only.This will be a 60 m inute sit\, maybe longer. The evening also entails group interaction\, so come prepared to participate.  Alembic cofounder Michael W. Taft is a no n-traditional meditation teacher\, bestselling author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secular\, science-based mindfulnes s training in retreats\, groups\, corporate settings\, and one-on-one sess ions. Michael is the author of several books\, including the bestselling T he Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the editor of such books as Hardwi ring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Google\, worked on curriculum deve lopment for SIYLI\, and is currently core faculty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, an d an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neuroscience Lab. He was previous ly editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was the long-time editorial direct or of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan to yogi caves in India\, Micha el has been meditating for over thirty five years and has extensive experi ence in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tantric practice. Michael is a s enior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unified Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Bay Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding editor of the iconoclastic mindful ness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructing Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261101T173000Z DTEND:20261101T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/WQhW6 ZxQ5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261101T183000Z DTEND:20261101T204500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/2Bh9z Xjo5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yirah: A Jewish Psychedelic Integration Circle DTSTART:20261104T013000Z DTEND:20261104T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:128qenhb87o5oskr0lo5kj0pq0@google.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/x9h61K0zsychedelics c an surface anything\, including awe\, insight\, grief\, trauma\, even ance stral or collective pain. Without support\, it can be hard to make sense o f what happened\, let alone carry it forward in a meaningful way.Yirah—o ften translated as awe\, reverence\, or a kind of holy trembling—is the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast\, meaningful\, and not e ntirely knowable. Psychedelic experiences often bring us right to that edg e. This Jewish psychedelic integration circle offers a space to meet those moments together\, within the safety of Jewish community and the containe r of Jewish teachings. Together\, we make meaning of what we’ve seen and felt\, and begin the slow\, human work of weaving those insights into our lives.Each monthly\, drop-in circle includes grounding and intention-sett ing\, a brief orientation\, an experiential practice (meditation\, movemen t\, somatic work\, or parts work)\, and small- and large-group sharing. Th is is a supported peer group rather than psychotherapy\, designed to foste r connection\, reflection\, and practical integration.Note: This is an aff inity space exclusively for people who identify as Jewish—by heritage or conversion—including those who are part-Jewish. Those who do not meet t hese criteria will not be admitted. To support safety and connection in a time of deep division\, we also hold a clear and intentional container: we do not engage in political discussion here. The focus is on integration\, presence\, and community.Whether you’re new to Jewish practice or findi ng your way back in\, whether your journeys have been expansive\, messy\, or disorienting—you’re welcome here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yirah: A Jewish Psychedelic Integration Circle DTSTART:20261104T023000Z DTEND:20261104T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:128qenhb87o5oskr0lo5kj0pq0@google.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/nmhDAr5asychedelics c an surface anything\, including awe\, insight\, grief\, trauma\, even ance stral or collective pain. Without support\, it can be hard to make sense o f what happened\, let alone carry it forward in a meaningful way.Yirah—o ften translated as awe\, reverence\, or a kind of holy trembling—is the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast\, meaningful\, and not e ntirely knowable. Psychedelic experiences often bring us right to that edg e. This Jewish psychedelic integration circle offers a space to meet those moments together\, within the safety of Jewish community and the containe r of Jewish teachings. Together\, we make meaning of what we’ve seen and felt\, and begin the slow\, human work of weaving those insights into our lives.Each monthly\, drop-in circle includes grounding and intention-sett ing\, a brief orientation\, an experiential practice (meditation\, movemen t\, somatic work\, or parts work)\, and small- and large-group sharing. Th is is a supported peer group rather than psychotherapy\, designed to foste r connection\, reflection\, and practical integration.Note: This is an aff inity space exclusively for people who identify as Jewish—by heritage or conversion—including those who are part-Jewish. Those who do not meet t hese criteria will not be admitted. To support safety and connection in a time of deep division\, we also hold a clear and intentional container: we do not engage in political discussion here. The focus is on integration\, presence\, and community.Whether you’re new to Jewish practice or findi ng your way back in\, whether your journeys have been expansive\, messy\, or disorienting—you’re welcome here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261105T153000Z DTEND:20261105T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261106T023000Z DTEND:20261106T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261106T170000Z DTEND:20261106T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Listening with a New Consciousness A Group Imagery and Music Expe rience with Sophia Wang DTSTART:20261107T024500Z DTEND:20261107T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:5rhfoau92pv18bfuev6suackmp@google.com CATEGORIES:music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/Z4h9djvEWhat bec omes possible when we truly listen?This is a 2-hour introductory workshop in Imagery and Music — an experiential group practice inspired by the Bo nny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (GIM)\, a recognized music-psychoth erapy modality. You'll lie down\, relax\, and listen to two curated classi cal music programs that open space for inner imagery\, emotion\, and insig ht to surface. Then\, you’ll give that experience form through simple ma ndala drawing. No musical or art background is needed\; the only requireme nt is a willingness to listen.Most of the time\, we listen to music. Here\ , we listen from inside it and music becomes less something you hear than somewhere you go.During the evening\, we will:Enter a guided relaxationExp erience two curated classical music journeysCreate simple mandalas for int egration — not as art\, but as a way of catching what words would flatte n (no experience needed)Share reflections (optional)Explore how Imagery an d Music differs from just talking about our experiencesRather than using w ords\, this practice lets it arrive as image\, color\, weight\, motion — the language the psyche actually speaks. No substance is involved\, only music\, deep relaxation\, and attention. Yet the states it opens are real: the same expanded awareness Bonny first observed in psychedelic sessions\ , reached through sound alone.The psychedelic lineage:GIM was developed by Helen Bonny directly out of her work using music to support LSD-assisted therapy at the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center\, where she joined the research team in 1969 alongside Stanislav Grof\, Walter Pahnke\, and Joan Kellogg. Bonny discovered that music\, not the substance\, was often the true catalyst for change. Facilitating sessions without the drug\, she fou nd that carefully selected classical music\, combined with deep relaxation and verbal guidance\, could open similar altered states and therapeutic i magery on its own. The mandala practice in this evening traces to that sam e era\, from Bonny's collaboration with Joan Kellogg comparing inner image ry with the mandalas participants drew after their sessions.Today\, GIM's principles are widely recognized as foundational to modern psychedelic-ass isted therapy\,  informing how music is used to structure the arc of vari ous psychedelic assisted therapies sessions\, support emotional release\, and facilitate integration.For those in the KAP and psychedelic-assisted s paceWhether you come as a client or a practitioner\, this practice offers a structured\, music-supported path for continued inner exploration and in tegration\,  between sessions\, or as a standalone depth practice.This ex perience may resonate if you are:Curious about music and consciousnessSeek ing an experiential alternative to talk therapyLooking for new ways to int egrate mystical or non-ordinary experiencesWanting to explore your inner w orld in a structured\, safe wayNo musical background is required — only a willingness to listen.Please arrive no later than 7:15pm. Doors lock at 7:20pm to keep a safe container.This event series honors Helen Bonny's 197 3 book Music and Your Mind: Listening with a New Consciousness\, the popul ar work that introduced her method of music-centered inner exploration.Tea cher Bio: Sophia Wang is a violinist\, board-certified music therapist (MT -BC)\, integration practitioner\, and life coach whose work centers on mus ic\, imagery\, and non-ordinary states of consciousness. With over a decad e of clinical experience across oncology\, palliative care\, and mental he alth settings\, she draws on Guided Imagery and Music\, expressive arts\, and depth-oriented inquiry to support emotional healing\, insight\, and me aningful change.Sophia works with people across a wide range of inner terr ain: those in cancer care or facing the end of life\; people moving throug h grief\, depression\, or anxiety\; and high-performing professionals and seekers drawn to deeper self-inquiry and the integration of transformative experiences. Her approach blends clinical training with creative explorat ion\, emphasizing safety\, pacing\, and integration.She holds an MA in Mus ic Therapy from New York University and a BA in Violin Performance from To ngji University\, and a Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research at the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS)\, and is a n advanced trainee in the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Creating Rituals Retreat DTSTART:20261107T180000Z DTEND:20261108T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T060938Z UID:23185@uucb.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:How do we create rituals that anchor our UU faith while expand ing our spirituality? Rituals — whether quiet daily practices or shared communal moments — help us mark transitions\, hold grief and joy\, and s tay rooted in what we value most. In this day-long retreat\, we'll explore the role ritual plays across Unitarian Universalism and other spiritual t raditions\, reflect on the practices already present in our own lives\, an d experiment with creating new rituals. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T060938Z URL:https://uucb.org/events/creating-rituals-retreat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Home X-SOURCE-URL:https://uucb.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Embodied Anatomy: A Guided Meditation & Live Ambient Music Experi ence with Dr. Karah Charette and Spencer Sussman DTSTART:20261108T233000Z DTEND:20261109T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T002736Z UID:137sjkomf929t01vq34c44ckug@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/Mjhzb4ljWhat if you could slow down enough to listen to your own biology?Join us for an im mersive journey through the living landscape of the body\, blending guided somatic meditation with live ambient music. Moving through four inner org an systems\, including the brain\, heart\, lungs\, and digestive system\, we will explore the felt experience of embodied anatomy through rest and c uriosity. Each part of the journey offers an invitation to notice the subt le rhythms\, sensations\, movements\, and processes happening within you. What would it be like to pause and feel the shifting activity of the brain \, the pulsing and presence of the heart\, the movement of breath through the lungs\, and the deep\, rhythmic work of digestion? Through poetic guid ance\, sensory imagery\, gentle movement\, and spacious periods of rest\, you will be invited to turn your attention inward. Gentle ambient music wi ll accompany the journey\, creating an evolving soundscape that will suppo rt your relaxation\, curiosity\, and deep listening.Come lie down\, get co mfortable\, move if you feel called to\, and listen closely.No experience needed. Arrive as you are.Bio: Dr. Karah Charette\, PT\, DPT\, RYT is a so matic pelvic health physical therapist\, movement educator\, and dancer. D rawing from her studies in Body-Mind Centering® and Authentic Movement\, she guides gentle\, sensory-based experiences that support deep listening and embodied awareness.Spencer Sussman is a producer\, composer\, and trom bonist from the SF Bay Area. His nature inspired ambient sound design crea tes immersive\, meditative listening experiences grounded in warmth\, reso nance\, and spaciousness. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T002736Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20261112T023000Z DTEND:20261112T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:4j1d8of5u7mg86fs1ck0db68sj_R20260212T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here to reserve your spot: https://momence.com/l/b8hVogaqWelcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Re latefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close f riend of relational practices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulness is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment as we relate to the others in the group. We will notic e our relational patterns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. We'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us more clearly see each other and our broader social reali ty.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation pract ices. By placing awareness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group\, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relat ing to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection b y being deeply seen and understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're able to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, partic ipants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by steppi ng away from the experience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other.Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close at 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please r egister to reserve your spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggest ed donation is $15Josh Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator thro ugh the Relateful Company training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while contin uing to grow his practice through retreats and regularly engaging other fa cilitators. Josh loves exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring .When he's not leading relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find hi m loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Mi chael Taft's meditation courses\, or passionately following the New York J ets football team despite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the scienc e of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (h e/him) has hundreds of hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relatefu l Company. He draws from a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance teams\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recen t inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence a nd calibrated relational risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersecti on of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Psychedelic Breathwork with Matt Barkin DTSTART:20261112T030000Z DTEND:20261112T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:36m8kb1ahbt4esjkj77he9j32l@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information: https://momence.com/l/ALhXKxweBy increa sing the flow of oxygen or Prana in our bodies\, we can begin to move and release tension.In this class we shift our focus from the realm of thought s to the intricate web of electrical signals within our bodies. Regardless of whether you've faced significant stress or trauma\, this approach offe rs profound benefits to the nervous system. The accumulation of daily stre ssors can strain our bodies and without releasing this tension through exp ression\, it can manifest as depression\, anxiety\, or disease over time.I n this class we- Lay down for a guided short meditation.- Practice the bre athwork sequence together for around 30 minutes.- Relax and recover.- Opti onal sharing and snacks afterwards.NOTE: Doors close 5 minutes after the s tart of class.Matt Barkin has been studying breathwork and meditation for over 15 years. His training is rooted in the ancient practices of Buddhist Vipassana and Kriya Yoga. His goal as a guide is to help students awaken their self-healing potential with the breath! Learn more about Matt here h ttps://mattbarkin.com/breathwork/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261112T153000Z DTEND:20261112T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261113T023000Z DTEND:20261113T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261113T170000Z DTEND:20261113T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261115T173000Z DTEND:20261115T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/WQhW6 ZxQ5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261115T183000Z DTEND:20261115T204500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/K1hVJ Az95Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discovering Vividness: Meditation and Movement with Evolving Groun d DTSTART:20261115T230000Z DTEND:20261116T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:52acdk4qeb0dg304pu8n2i1uvf_R20251116T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Events and Registration here:https://momence.com/l/e4heGgKQThe Bay Area Evolving Ground local group meets regularly at The Alembic to me ditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. We meet and greet\, t hen start with a short introduction to opening awareness meditation. We si t for 20 minutes\, take a break\, practice some slow standing meditations together\, take a break\, and then sit for another 20 minutes. We end with questions and discussion.Opening awareness is a seated meditation leading to vividness and spacious clarity. It is Evolving Ground’s foundational meditation and is a contemporary version of the Dzogchen practice of s hi-ne (shamatha in Sanskrit).The movements come from the Sky Realm Serie s (Nam'khor in Tibetan). These are Dzogchen long-de practices unique t o Evolving Ground. They look and feel quite similar to Qi Gong\, though t hey operate on a different principle: discovery of the nonduality of clari ty and bliss\, through the experience of “tsal”—embodied awareness a s non-ordinary sensation.Attendees need no prior experience. There will be plenty of space for questions\, reflections\, and group exploration of th e practices.This meetup is free to attend.Evolving Ground is a global com munity exploring a transformational path of passionate involvement with th e world. Our life-affirming approach empowers creative\, effective individ uals: people who live with courage\, kindness\, and grace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Butoh-Inspired Movement Meditation with Maya Kaufman DTSTART:20261116T000000Z DTEND:20261116T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T002718Z UID:33efhj0gtjd2tu7dgq037bim70@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/0ehlAGPxButoh is a slow\, surreal movement practice rooted in deep listening\, imagination \, and transformation. In these guided movement meditations\, we explore t he body as landscape\, myth\, and memory\, softening habitual patterns and awakening new ways of being. No dance experience is needed\, only a curio sity and openness to move\, feel\, and enter the unknown.Each class begins with a gentle opening circle to arrive\, ground\, and set intention toget her. We move into a somatic warm-up\, awakening sensation\, breath\, and s ubtle awareness in the body. From there\, you’ll be guided through a but oh-fu score\; poetic\, image and/or narrative based originally written lon g-form prompts that invite transformation from the inside out\, allowing t he body to become something other than itself. We’ll also explore simple butoh exercises that deepen presence\, perception\, connection\, and imag inative embodiment.We close with a soft landing: time to integrate\, refle ct\, and share (if desired)\, leaving you resourced\, expanded\, and a lit tle more in touch with the mysterious wisdom built of your body. Arrive ho wever you are\, and leave having touched something vast\, intimate\, and u nknowably alive within you. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T002718Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261119T153000Z DTEND:20261119T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261120T023000Z DTEND:20261120T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261120T170000Z DTEND:20261120T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Present Moment Game with Alli Magidsohn DTSTART:20261121T030000Z DTEND:20261121T044500Z DTSTAMP:20260826T063938Z UID:5tp15sch4esbkvccj1nlqb8f0l@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/BGhoa7dxWhen we gather with others\, conversation almost automatically drifts into what ha s already happened or what might happen next. Stories\, plans\, explanatio ns\, reactions—these patterns are so normal that we barely notice just h ow much we relate to one another through the lens of the past and the futu re.But when those habits pause\, something surprising occurs.The room chan ges.Attention sharpens.A different kind of connection begins to emerge.A s mall clearing inside awareness opens—a place where no future is rehearsi ng itself and no echoes from the past are allowed to enter. We can touch t his space in solo contemplative practices\, but it’s rare to enter it wi th others.The Present Moment Game is a simple social meditation designed t o explore that possibility.For one hour\, a small group agrees to step int o this clearing and stay inside the moment. What unfolds is often unexpect ed—and never the same twice.We call it a game because it can be playful. But it’s also something more: an invitation to discover what becomes po ssible when a group of people agree to be fully here\, now\, together.Curi ous to learn more? Come play!____What to Expect:6:30 PM – Doors openArri ve anytime within the next 30 min and help yourself to complimentary tea w hile you settle in.7:00 PM – The Game begins(We ask that all tea & water be left outside the circle)7:05 PM – Grace period closesOur container i s sealed\, no entry beyond this time7:06 PM – Welcome\, introductions\, and review of the simple game rules7:25 PM – The Present Moment Game beg ins8:25 PM – The game ends\, followed by group reflections8:45 PM – Ev ent concludesYou're welcome to enjoy complimentary community tea service u ntil 9:30 PMPlease note: You will be asked to turn your phone off for the duration of the game____Alli Magidsohn is the creator of The Present Momen t Game\, an experimental social meditation practice that offers a simple y et powerful way to drop into the Now.After being introduced to T-Group in 2018\, Alli noticed that what interested her most wasn’t the relational mechanics of the practice\, but the context itself—the felt sense of a g roup of people paying close attention to what was happening in real time.S o she took the core context of T-Group—the present moment—and turned i t into the actual subject of the inquiry. Inspired in part by the linguist ic principles of E-Prime\, she added a few simple constraints that gently guide conversation away from the past and future and into what's happening right now.The result is The Present Moment Game\, a playful yet profound invitation to explore what it means to really be together in community\, r ight here\, now.Learn more:www.thepresentmomentgame.comInstagram: @thepres entmomentgame LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T063938Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Miranda Macpherson ~ Turning Everything Into The Path Of Awakening (In-Person) DTSTART:20261121T173000Z DTEND:20261122T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T181648Z UID:34881-1795253400-1795280400@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:2026 Bay Area Events with Miranda Macpherson\nJoin us for any or all in this series of In-Person events….\nRegister below for Nov. 21\ nLinks for Info & Registration for each individual date….\nFeb. 7\, 2026 \nMay 9\, 2026\nJune 13\, 2026\nNovember 21\, 2026 \nTurning Everything In to The Path Of Awakening \nIf ever there was a time to engage our spiritua l practice\, so we can stay present\, open-hearted\, peaceful\, loving and wise\, it’s now. \nThis daylong with Miranda Macpherson is a day for de ep spiritual nourishment and community support to connect more substantial ly to the luminous presence within\, illuminate obstacles one your path\, and explore what timeless Truths have to offer practically for living mean ingfully and navigating life from our spiritual depth. \nTogether\, we wi ll embrace all that we grapple with personally and collectively as fuel th at ultimately can serve to propel us further on the path of awakening. Mir anda will share potent teachings and practices on how we can ground more s ubstantially in the Grace of our True Nature\, Trust the Mystery and come from Loving awareness in all that we face. \nBoth the morning and afterno on sessions will be inspirational and experiential\, with meditation\, man tra\, a rich inquiry practice\, plus time for satsang and sharing. If you life in the Bay Area\, do not miss these affordable opportunities to journ ey with Miranda in an intimate setting. \nCome join us! \nMiranda Macphe rson is a contemporary spiritual teacher who has been guiding others into direct experience of the sacred for over thirty years internationally. In her twenties she founded the OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation in London\, w here she trained and ordained over 600 ministers and counsellors. Today Mi randa leads the Living Grace Global Sangha\, leads retreats internationall y\, broadcasts extensively and serves as core faculty at The Shift Network . \nUnapologetically feminine\, joyful and down to earth in her way of bei ng\, Miranda is dedicated to loving people all the way home into the freed om and wholeness of our true nature. Further\, Miranda invites others to b ecome more graceful human beings\, showing up for creative\, peaceful and wise action that serves our loved ones and the human family in these enorm ous times. \nMiranda’s books include The Way of Grace: the Transforming Power of Ego Relaxation (Sounds True)\, Boundless Love (Rider) and Medita tions on Boundless Love (Sounds True)\, and the Cultivating Grace Card Dec k. Miranda is also a kirtan musician and singer with 2 mantra albums – S treams of Grace and The Heart of Being. \nFind out more at www.mirandamacp herson.com \nThere will be a break for lunch.\nYou can bring your own lunc h\, or there are plenty of places to eat a short walk or drive away.\nTher e’s a nice area to sit outside at the venue. \nPre-registration Required and closes at 6 pm the day before event\nNo one turned away for lack of f unds.\nIf you are not able to contribute within the Sliding Scale amount c ontact us at localevents@opencirclecenter.org \nSliding Scale: $60 – $12 0 per person\n \nREGISTER for NOV. 21 \nFor inquiries contact LocalEvents@ opencirclecenter.org \nIf you have symptoms of a respiratory infection\, o r have had a recent\nCovid exposure or positive test\, please stay home ou t of consideration for others. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T181648Z LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael\, 1510 Fifth Ave\, San R afael\, CA\, 94901 URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/miranda-macpherson-nov-21-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cultivating Emotional Balance: Monthly Practices for Making Our Te nder\, Messy Emotions the Path with Eve Ekman DTSTART:20261124T023000Z DTEND:20261124T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2432m12lvq37ee44ki3m5nmnoe@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/6khdr1JMEach mon th\, we explore a different emotional terrain through the lenses of contem porary emotion science\, Tibetan contemplative traditions\, and the core p rinciples of Cultivating Emotional Balance. Sessions weave together guided meditation\, reflective inquiry\, and shared discussion\, helping us reco gnize the arc of an emotion\, including its triggers\, bodily signals\, th oughts\, and action tendencies. By mapping these emotional episodes\, we l earn to meet experience with clarity rather than fusion\, compassion rathe r than avoidance\, and enough inner balance to choose how we respond.As th e practice deepens\, emotions that once felt destabilizing begin to reveal their inner resources—tenderness within sadness\, clarity within anger\ , wisdom within fear. When met directly and held with awareness\, each emo tion becomes its own medicine\, guiding us toward steadiness\, insight\, a nd a more open heart.We will work with a different emotion each month. Feb ruary's theme is Ethics & Integrity:Exploring how ethical living stabilize s the mind and empowers emotional balance. We will learn to see integrity as the quiet refuge beneath reactivity.Eve Ekman\, Ph.D.\, MSW\, is a teac her\, writer\, and contemplative social scientist whose work rests at the confluence of modern emotion science and living wisdom traditions. She is a longtime student of Jennifer Welwood and Tsoknyi Rinpoche\, and a newer student of earth-based lineages that deepen her commitment to embodied\, r elational practice.Eve teaches widely\, including a monthly meditation and book group at the SF Dharma Collective\, and offers trainings for clinici ans and healthcare professionals on the science and practice of compassion \, emotional balance\, and well-being. Her research spans burnout\, emotio nal awareness\, meditation\, and psilocybin-assisted therapy.With the supp ort of the Dalai Lama\, Eve co-created the Atlas of Emotion with her fathe r as a tool for deepening emotional understanding. She is the lead trainer for the Cultivating Emotional Balance program\, previously served as Well -Being and Mental Health Lead at Apple\, and is a Senior Fellow at UC Berk eley’s Greater Good Science Center as well as a Mind & Life Institute Fe llow. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Insight Meditation Satsang with Sean Oakes DTSTART:20261125T033000Z DTEND:20261125T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:5q55laljhcmqau5v2ukqfup4hh@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Tickets and details: https://momence.com/l/lkhgnmGyThis medit ation and study group is based in the Insight Meditation tradition and its sources in Thai Forest and Burmese Theravāda Buddhism. To this foundati on\, we add exploration of Mahāyāna Dharmas particularly from the Perf ection of Wisdom (Prajñāpāramitā) literature and lineage. The grou p meets weekly online\, and on fourth Tuesdays live at the Alembic.The foc us of the group is on deepening in Buddhist liberation practice\, and expl oring the links between individual & systemic liberation in the form of so cial justice and collective healing. I bring a particular focus on working with the nervous system and resolving the symptoms of trauma\, supported by devotional practice\, study\, and ethics as the basis of the path.All a re welcome. Cost is $5\, plus Dāna (pay what you can).Sean Oakes\, PhD ( he/him\, queer\, of Spanish/Puerto Rican and Northern European ancestry li ving on unceded Pomo land in California)\, teaches Buddhism\, Yoga\, and s omatic practice. He has studied in Theravāda\, Zen\, and Vajrāyāna B uddhist lineages since 1993\, including training as a monk in Burma\, and was authorized to teach Insight Meditation by Jack Kornfield in 2010. His primary Buddhist teachers include Kornfield\, Sylvia Boorstein\, Gil Frons dal\, Eugene Cash\, Kittisaro\, Ṭhānissara\, Ṭhānissaro Bhikkhu\, Anam Thubten\, and Chammyay Sayadaw (U Janaka)\, with whom he ordained as a bhikkhu for a Rains Retreat in Burma in 2002.He studied Haṭha and Viny āsa Yogas with Alice Joanou\, Rachel Shaw\, Amanda Moran\, and David Mor eno\, and taught mindfulness-based āsana and prāṇāyāma for 10 ye ars. He performed for many years in music\, dance\, and performance art\, including with Keith Hennessy’s Circo Zero\, and was certified in Somati c Experiencing (SE) and Organic Intelligence (OI) with Steven Hoskinson\, integrating the complex systems approach from OI in a distinctively Buddhi st approach to trauma resolution. He received his PhD in Performance Studi es from UC Davis in 2016\, writing on extraordinary states of consciousnes s in Buddhist meditation and experimental dance. He teaches at Spirit Rock Meditation Center\, East Bay Meditation Center\, Insight Timer\, and else where\, focusing on the integration of philosophy\, somatics\, and social justice discourse with the Dharma.Website: SeanFeitOakes.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vocal Discovery with Julia Norton DTSTART:20261126T020000Z DTEND:20261126T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:5pls4df31u8fca09ufhbj4ma9s@google.com CATEGORIES:education,music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhxOmkDThis new mont hly class is all about Vocal Discovery. We begin with gentle physical and vocal warm ups and then explore various forms of collaborative singing\, f rom close harmony singing\, improvisational singing and specific singing s tyles\, whilst building community and offering the singing balm we all des ire. At the end of each class participants will be guided through a short centering meditation to ground their experience. No previous singing expe rience needed\, ALL levels\, ages\, genders are welcome to join. Early Bir d is $20 through 5/20 and regular tickets are $30. Please wear loose comfo rtable clothing you can move in\, bring a journal or notepad to write or d raw in and water to drink. Please stay home if you have a cough or any sym ptoms of illness\, we want to make this a safe space for everyone. Thank y ou!Julia Norton has always been driven by a deep understanding that the si nging voice is not just about sounding ‘pretty’\, it’s about communi cating deep emotions and connecting with others\, whilst also connecting t o the core of who we truly are. Combining solid vocal technique\, gentle movement\, active imagination\, shadow work and play\, Julia’s mission i s to help people uncover the power\, authenticity\, and joy in their voice . To transform the stories that might be holding them back\, and to build community through collaborative singing and play. She has been singing and studying voice her whole life\, but completed an MA in Voice Movement The rapy in 2000 and has been a registered Voice Movement Therapy practitioner for over 25 years. She is also an award winning singer\, voice actor and a certified Jungian Coach. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vocal Discovery with Julia Norton DTSTART:20261126T030000Z DTEND:20261126T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:5pls4df31u8fca09ufhbj4ma9s@google.com CATEGORIES:education,music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/15h68LP4This new mont hly class is all about Vocal Discovery. We begin with gentle physical and vocal warm ups and then explore various forms of collaborative singing\, f rom close harmony singing\, improvisational singing and specific singing s tyles\, whilst building community and offering the singing balm we all des ire. At the end of each class participants will be guided through a short centering meditation to ground their experience. No previous singing expe rience needed\, ALL levels\, ages\, genders are welcome to join. Early Bir d is $20 through 5/20 and regular tickets are $30. Please wear loose comfo rtable clothing you can move in\, bring a journal or notepad to write or d raw in and water to drink. Please stay home if you have a cough or any sym ptoms of illness\, we want to make this a safe space for everyone. Thank y ou!Julia Norton has always been driven by a deep understanding that the si nging voice is not just about sounding ‘pretty’\, it’s about communi cating deep emotions and connecting with others\, whilst also connecting t o the core of who we truly are. Combining solid vocal technique\, gentle movement\, active imagination\, shadow work and play\, Julia’s mission i s to help people uncover the power\, authenticity\, and joy in their voice . To transform the stories that might be holding them back\, and to build community through collaborative singing and play. She has been singing and studying voice her whole life\, but completed an MA in Voice Movement The rapy in 2000 and has been a registered Voice Movement Therapy practitioner for over 25 years. She is also an award winning singer\, voice actor and a certified Jungian Coach. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261126T153000Z DTEND:20261126T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261127T170000Z DTEND:20261127T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261129T173000Z DTEND:20261129T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/WQhW6 ZxQ5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261129T183000Z DTEND:20261129T204500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details: https://momence.com/l/GBhlDom R5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return to our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map o f Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice open s a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative expre ssion. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ri tualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of bei ng alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practice is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People ofte n leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bo dily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pract ice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is for every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If you ’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gift . Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magic and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic healer\ , and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like t hese never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and the mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones and the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her life listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to come alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, a nd creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into t heir own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wild heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes life juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through b reath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our vei ns.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclusi ve place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human and beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yirah: A Jewish Psychedelic Integration Circle DTSTART:20261202T013000Z DTEND:20261202T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:128qenhb87o5oskr0lo5kj0pq0@google.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/x9h61K0zsychedelics c an surface anything\, including awe\, insight\, grief\, trauma\, even ance stral or collective pain. Without support\, it can be hard to make sense o f what happened\, let alone carry it forward in a meaningful way.Yirah—o ften translated as awe\, reverence\, or a kind of holy trembling—is the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast\, meaningful\, and not e ntirely knowable. Psychedelic experiences often bring us right to that edg e. This Jewish psychedelic integration circle offers a space to meet those moments together\, within the safety of Jewish community and the containe r of Jewish teachings. Together\, we make meaning of what we’ve seen and felt\, and begin the slow\, human work of weaving those insights into our lives.Each monthly\, drop-in circle includes grounding and intention-sett ing\, a brief orientation\, an experiential practice (meditation\, movemen t\, somatic work\, or parts work)\, and small- and large-group sharing. Th is is a supported peer group rather than psychotherapy\, designed to foste r connection\, reflection\, and practical integration.Note: This is an aff inity space exclusively for people who identify as Jewish—by heritage or conversion—including those who are part-Jewish. Those who do not meet t hese criteria will not be admitted. To support safety and connection in a time of deep division\, we also hold a clear and intentional container: we do not engage in political discussion here. The focus is on integration\, presence\, and community.Whether you’re new to Jewish practice or findi ng your way back in\, whether your journeys have been expansive\, messy\, or disorienting—you’re welcome here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yirah: A Jewish Psychedelic Integration Circle DTSTART:20261202T023000Z DTEND:20261202T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:128qenhb87o5oskr0lo5kj0pq0@google.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/5ehPm6Lesychedelics c an surface anything\, including awe\, insight\, grief\, trauma\, even ance stral or collective pain. Without support\, it can be hard to make sense o f what happened\, let alone carry it forward in a meaningful way.Yirah—o ften translated as awe\, reverence\, or a kind of holy trembling—is the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast\, meaningful\, and not e ntirely knowable. Psychedelic experiences often bring us right to that edg e. This Jewish psychedelic integration circle offers a space to meet those moments together\, within the safety of Jewish community and the containe r of Jewish teachings. Together\, we make meaning of what we’ve seen and felt\, and begin the slow\, human work of weaving those insights into our lives.Each monthly\, drop-in circle includes grounding and intention-sett ing\, a brief orientation\, an experiential practice (meditation\, movemen t\, somatic work\, or parts work)\, and small- and large-group sharing. Th is is a supported peer group rather than psychotherapy\, designed to foste r connection\, reflection\, and practical integration.Note: This is an aff inity space exclusively for people who identify as Jewish—by heritage or conversion—including those who are part-Jewish. Those who do not meet t hese criteria will not be admitted. To support safety and connection in a time of deep division\, we also hold a clear and intentional container: we do not engage in political discussion here. The focus is on integration\, presence\, and community.Whether you’re new to Jewish practice or findi ng your way back in\, whether your journeys have been expansive\, messy\, or disorienting—you’re welcome here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261203T153000Z DTEND:20261203T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261204T023000Z DTEND:20261204T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261204T170000Z DTEND:20261204T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:John J. Prendergast\, Ph.D. ~ “Being Absolutely No One and No Th ing” (In-Person) DTSTART:20261205T183000Z DTEND:20261206T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T181534Z UID:36198-1796466600-1796490000@opencirclecenter.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:2026 Bay Area Events with John J. Prendergast\, Ph.D.\nJune 20 ~ San Rafael\, CA\nSeptember 19 ~ San Rafael\, CA\nDecember 5 ~ San Rafae l\, CA ~ Registration available below \n“Being Absolutely No One and No Thing” \nWhen we know that we are no thing\, we are free to be as we are – both as spacious\, loving awareness and as unique\, individuated bein g. Through silent and guided meditations\, a talk\, meditative inquiry\, a nd experiential conversations in community\, we will explore seeing and fe eling through who we have mis-taken our self to be and discovering what re mains. \nJohn Prendergast\, Ph.D is a spiritual teacher\, retired psychot herapist\, and retired Adjunct Professor of Psychology at CIIS\, well know n for his pioneering work in integrating non-dual wisdom and psychotherapy . He studied with the European sage Jean Klein for many years\, as well as with Adyashanti\, who gave him dharma transmission in 2023. He is the aut hor of The Deep Heart (2019)\, In Touch (2015)\, and a new book\, Your Dee pest Ground: A Guide to Embodied Spirituality (March\, 2025) from Sounds T rue. \nwww.listeningfromsilence.com\nYouTube channel \nPre-registration Re quired and closes at 6 pm the day before event \n\nSliding Scale: $60 to $ 120 \nREGISTER for DEC.5 \nNo one turned away for lack of funds.\nIf you a re not able to contribute within the Sliding Scale\, or need other support with payment or registration…\ncontact us at web@opencirclecenter.org\n For other inquires about the event or venue\, cancellations or to be added to waiting list…\ncontact localevents@opencirclecenter.org\n \nPARKING: There is street parking in the area. \nIf you have symptoms of a respirat ory infection\, or have had a recent\nCovid exposure or positive test\, pl ease stay home out of consideration for others. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T181534Z LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael\, 1510 Fifth Ave\, San R afael\, CA\, 94901 URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/event/john-prendergast-dec-5-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Open Circle Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://opencirclecenter.org/venue/berkeley-ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20261210T023000Z DTEND:20261210T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:4j1d8of5u7mg86fs1ck0db68sj_R20260212T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here to reserve your spot: https://momence.com/l/x9hm8K1rWelcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Re latefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close f riend of relational practices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulness is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment as we relate to the others in the group. We will notic e our relational patterns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. We'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us more clearly see each other and our broader social reali ty.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation pract ices. By placing awareness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group\, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relat ing to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection b y being deeply seen and understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're able to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, partic ipants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by steppi ng away from the experience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other.Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close at 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please r egister to reserve your spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggest ed donation is $15Josh Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator thro ugh the Relateful Company training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while contin uing to grow his practice through retreats and regularly engaging other fa cilitators. Josh loves exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring .When he's not leading relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find hi m loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Mi chael Taft's meditation courses\, or passionately following the New York J ets football team despite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the scienc e of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (h e/him) has hundreds of hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relatefu l Company. He draws from a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance teams\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recen t inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence a nd calibrated relational risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersecti on of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Psychedelic Breathwork with Matt Barkin DTSTART:20261210T030000Z DTEND:20261210T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:36m8kb1ahbt4esjkj77he9j32l@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information: https://momence.com/l/WQhWVQ81By increa sing the flow of oxygen or Prana in our bodies\, we can begin to move and release tension.In this class we shift our focus from the realm of thought s to the intricate web of electrical signals within our bodies. Regardless of whether you've faced significant stress or trauma\, this approach offe rs profound benefits to the nervous system. The accumulation of daily stre ssors can strain our bodies and without releasing this tension through exp ression\, it can manifest as depression\, anxiety\, or disease over time.I n this class we- Lay down for a guided short meditation.- Practice the bre athwork sequence together for around 30 minutes.- Relax and recover.- Opti onal sharing and snacks afterwards.NOTE: Doors close 5 minutes after the s tart of class.Matt Barkin has been studying breathwork and meditation for over 15 years. His training is rooted in the ancient practices of Buddhist Vipassana and Kriya Yoga. His goal as a guide is to help students awaken their self-healing potential with the breath! Learn more about Matt here h ttps://mattbarkin.com/breathwork/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261210T153000Z DTEND:20261210T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261211T023000Z DTEND:20261211T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261211T170000Z DTEND:20261211T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Present Moment Game with Alli Magidsohn DTSTART:20261212T030000Z DTEND:20261212T044500Z DTSTAMP:20260826T063938Z UID:789reqhov3r6l2q9lit3o2n6sa@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/K1hw8L07When we gather with others\, conversation almost automatically drifts into what ha s already happened or what might happen next. Stories\, plans\, explanatio ns\, reactions—these patterns are so normal that we barely notice just h ow much we relate to one another through the lens of the past and the futu re.But when those habits pause\, something surprising occurs.The room chan ges.Attention sharpens.A different kind of connection begins to emerge.A s mall clearing inside awareness opens—a place where no future is rehearsi ng itself and no echoes from the past are allowed to enter. We can touch t his space in solo contemplative practices\, but it’s rare to enter it wi th others.The Present Moment Game is a simple social meditation designed t o explore that possibility.For one hour\, a small group agrees to step int o this clearing and stay inside the moment. What unfolds is often unexpect ed—and never the same twice.We call it a game because it can be playful. But it’s also something more: an invitation to discover what becomes po ssible when a group of people agree to be fully here\, now\, together.Curi ous to learn more? Come play!____What to Expect:6:30 PM – Doors openArri ve anytime within the next 30 min and help yourself to complimentary tea w hile you settle in.7:00 PM – The Game begins(We ask that all tea & water be left outside the circle)7:05 PM – Grace period closesOur container i s sealed\, no entry beyond this time7:06 PM – Welcome\, introductions\, and review of the simple game rules7:25 PM – The Present Moment Game beg ins8:25 PM – The game ends\, followed by group reflections8:45 PM – Ev ent concludesYou're welcome to enjoy complimentary community tea service u ntil 9:30 PMPlease note: You will be asked to turn your phone off for the duration of the game____Alli Magidsohn is the creator of The Present Momen t Game\, an experimental social meditation practice that offers a simple y et powerful way to drop into the Now.After being introduced to T-Group in 2018\, Alli noticed that what interested her most wasn’t the relational mechanics of the practice\, but the context itself—the felt sense of a g roup of people paying close attention to what was happening in real time.S o she took the core context of T-Group—the present moment—and turned i t into the actual subject of the inquiry. Inspired in part by the linguist ic principles of E-Prime\, she added a few simple constraints that gently guide conversation away from the past and future and into what's happening right now.The result is The Present Moment Game\, a playful yet profound invitation to explore what it means to really be together in community\, r ight here\, now.Learn more:www.thepresentmomentgame.comInstagram: @thepres entmomentgame LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T063938Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261213T173000Z DTEND:20261213T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/WQhW6 ZxQ5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261213T183000Z DTEND:20261213T204500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/8Mhqj nge5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261217T153000Z DTEND:20261217T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20261218T023000Z DTEND:20261218T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261218T170000Z DTEND:20261218T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discovering Vividness: Meditation and Movement with Evolving Groun d DTSTART:20261220T230000Z DTEND:20261221T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:52acdk4qeb0dg304pu8n2i1uvf_R20251116T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Events and Registration here: https://momence.com/l/oAhRxoEbT he Bay Area Evolving Ground local group meets regularly at The Alembic to meditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. We meet and greet\, then start with a short introduction to opening awareness meditation. We sit for 20 minutes\, take a break\, practice some slow standing meditation s together\, take a break\, and then sit for another 20 minutes. We end wi th questions and discussion.Opening awareness is a seated meditation leadi ng to vividness and spacious clarity. It is Evolving Ground’s foundation al meditation and is a contemporary version of the Dzogchen practice of  shi-ne (shamatha in Sanskrit).The movements come from the Sky Realm Se ries (Nam'khor in Tibetan). These are Dzogchen long-de practices uniqu e to Evolving Ground. They look and feel quite similar to Qi Gong\, thoug h they operate on a different principle: discovery of the nonduality of cl arity and bliss\, through the experience of “tsal”—embodied awarenes s as non-ordinary sensation.Attendees need no prior experience. There will be plenty of space for questions\, reflections\, and group exploration of the practices.This meetup is free to attend.Evolving Ground is a global community exploring a transformational path of passionate involvement with the world. Our life-affirming approach empowers creative\, effective indi viduals: people who live with courage\, kindness\, and grace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Butoh-Inspired Movement Meditation with Maya Kaufman DTSTART:20261221T000000Z DTEND:20261221T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T002718Z UID:6tc7jrfiejcrf8bhauqbf1n5ej@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information here: https://momence.com/l/2Bh04wXBButoh is a slow\, surreal movement practice rooted in deep listening\, imagination \, and transformation. In these guided movement meditations\, we explore t he body as landscape\, myth\, and memory\, softening habitual patterns and awakening new ways of being. No dance experience is needed\, only a curio sity and openness to move\, feel\, and enter the unknown.Each class begins with a gentle opening circle to arrive\, ground\, and set intention toget her. We move into a somatic warm-up\, awakening sensation\, breath\, and s ubtle awareness in the body. From there\, you’ll be guided through a but oh-fu score\; poetic\, image and/or narrative based originally written lon g-form prompts that invite transformation from the inside out\, allowing t he body to become something other than itself. We’ll also explore simple butoh exercises that deepen presence\, perception\, connection\, and imag inative embodiment.We close with a soft landing: time to integrate\, refle ct\, and share (if desired)\, leaving you resourced\, expanded\, and a lit tle more in touch with the mysterious wisdom built of your body. Arrive ho wever you are\, and leave having touched something vast\, intimate\, and u nknowably alive within you. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T002718Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Insight Meditation Satsang with Sean Oakes DTSTART:20261223T033000Z DTEND:20261223T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T060327Z UID:5q55laljhcmqau5v2ukqfup4hh@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Tickets & details: https://momence.com/l/GBhB5e6wThis meditat ion and study group is based in the Insight Meditation tradition and its s ources in Thai Forest and Burmese Theravāda Buddhism. To this foundation \, we add exploration of Mahāyāna Dharmas particularly from the Perfec tion of Wisdom (Prajñāpāramitā) literature and lineage. The group meets weekly online\, and on fourth Tuesdays live at the Alembic.The focus of the group is on deepening in Buddhist liberation practice\, and explor ing the links between individual & systemic liberation in the form of soci al justice and collective healing. I bring a particular focus on working w ith the nervous system and resolving the symptoms of trauma\, supported by devotional practice\, study\, and ethics as the basis of the path.All are welcome. Cost is $5\, plus Dāna (pay what you can).Sean Oakes\, PhD (he /him\, queer\, of Spanish/Puerto Rican and Northern European ancestry livi ng on unceded Pomo land in California)\, teaches Buddhism\, Yoga\, and som atic practice. He has studied in Theravāda\, Zen\, and Vajrāyāna Bud dhist lineages since 1993\, including training as a monk in Burma\, and wa s authorized to teach Insight Meditation by Jack Kornfield in 2010. His pr imary Buddhist teachers include Kornfield\, Sylvia Boorstein\, Gil Fronsda l\, Eugene Cash\, Kittisaro\, Ṭhānissara\, Ṭhānissaro Bhikkhu\, An am Thubten\, and Chammyay Sayadaw (U Janaka)\, with whom he ordained as a bhikkhu for a Rains Retreat in Burma in 2002.He studied Haṭha and Vinya ̄sa Yogas with Alice Joanou\, Rachel Shaw\, Amanda Moran\, and David More no\, and taught mindfulness-based āsana and prāṇāyāma for 10 yea rs. He performed for many years in music\, dance\, and performance art\, i ncluding with Keith Hennessy’s Circo Zero\, and was certified in Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Organic Intelligence (OI) with Steven Hoskinson\, i ntegrating the complex systems approach from OI in a distinctively Buddhis t approach to trauma resolution. He received his PhD in Performance Studie s from UC Davis in 2016\, writing on extraordinary states of consciousness in Buddhist meditation and experimental dance. He teaches at Spirit Rock Meditation Center\, East Bay Meditation Center\, Insight Timer\, and elsew here\, focusing on the integration of philosophy\, somatics\, and social j ustice discourse with the Dharma.Website: SeanFeitOakes.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T060327Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vocal Discovery with Julia Norton DTSTART:20261224T020000Z DTEND:20261224T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:5pls4df31u8fca09ufhbj4ma9s@google.com CATEGORIES:education,music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhxOmkDThis new mont hly class is all about Vocal Discovery. We begin with gentle physical and vocal warm ups and then explore various forms of collaborative singing\, f rom close harmony singing\, improvisational singing and specific singing s tyles\, whilst building community and offering the singing balm we all des ire. At the end of each class participants will be guided through a short centering meditation to ground their experience. No previous singing expe rience needed\, ALL levels\, ages\, genders are welcome to join. Early Bir d is $20 through 5/20 and regular tickets are $30. Please wear loose comfo rtable clothing you can move in\, bring a journal or notepad to write or d raw in and water to drink. Please stay home if you have a cough or any sym ptoms of illness\, we want to make this a safe space for everyone. Thank y ou!Julia Norton has always been driven by a deep understanding that the si nging voice is not just about sounding ‘pretty’\, it’s about communi cating deep emotions and connecting with others\, whilst also connecting t o the core of who we truly are. Combining solid vocal technique\, gentle movement\, active imagination\, shadow work and play\, Julia’s mission i s to help people uncover the power\, authenticity\, and joy in their voice . To transform the stories that might be holding them back\, and to build community through collaborative singing and play. She has been singing and studying voice her whole life\, but completed an MA in Voice Movement The rapy in 2000 and has been a registered Voice Movement Therapy practitioner for over 25 years. She is also an award winning singer\, voice actor and a certified Jungian Coach. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vocal Discovery with Julia Norton DTSTART:20261224T030000Z DTEND:20261224T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:5pls4df31u8fca09ufhbj4ma9s@google.com CATEGORIES:education,music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/VRh5MAEaThis new mont hly class is all about Vocal Discovery. We begin with gentle physical and vocal warm ups and then explore various forms of collaborative singing\, f rom close harmony singing\, improvisational singing and specific singing s tyles\, whilst building community and offering the singing balm we all des ire. At the end of each class participants will be guided through a short centering meditation to ground their experience. No previous singing expe rience needed\, ALL levels\, ages\, genders are welcome to join. Early Bir d is $20 through 5/20 and regular tickets are $30. Please wear loose comfo rtable clothing you can move in\, bring a journal or notepad to write or d raw in and water to drink. Please stay home if you have a cough or any sym ptoms of illness\, we want to make this a safe space for everyone. Thank y ou!Julia Norton has always been driven by a deep understanding that the si nging voice is not just about sounding ‘pretty’\, it’s about communi cating deep emotions and connecting with others\, whilst also connecting t o the core of who we truly are. Combining solid vocal technique\, gentle movement\, active imagination\, shadow work and play\, Julia’s mission i s to help people uncover the power\, authenticity\, and joy in their voice . To transform the stories that might be holding them back\, and to build community through collaborative singing and play. She has been singing and studying voice her whole life\, but completed an MA in Voice Movement The rapy in 2000 and has been a registered Voice Movement Therapy practitioner for over 25 years. She is also an award winning singer\, voice actor and a certified Jungian Coach. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261224T153000Z DTEND:20261224T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20261225T170000Z DTEND:20261225T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261227T173000Z DTEND:20261227T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/WQhW6 ZxQ5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20261227T183000Z DTEND:20261227T204500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/a8haG 8bw5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20261231T153000Z DTEND:20261231T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270101T170000Z DTEND:20270101T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yirah: A Jewish Psychedelic Integration Circle DTSTART:20270106T013000Z DTEND:20270106T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:128qenhb87o5oskr0lo5kj0pq0@google.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/x9h61K0zsychedelics c an surface anything\, including awe\, insight\, grief\, trauma\, even ance stral or collective pain. Without support\, it can be hard to make sense o f what happened\, let alone carry it forward in a meaningful way.Yirah—o ften translated as awe\, reverence\, or a kind of holy trembling—is the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast\, meaningful\, and not e ntirely knowable. Psychedelic experiences often bring us right to that edg e. This Jewish psychedelic integration circle offers a space to meet those moments together\, within the safety of Jewish community and the containe r of Jewish teachings. Together\, we make meaning of what we’ve seen and felt\, and begin the slow\, human work of weaving those insights into our lives.Each monthly\, drop-in circle includes grounding and intention-sett ing\, a brief orientation\, an experiential practice (meditation\, movemen t\, somatic work\, or parts work)\, and small- and large-group sharing. Th is is a supported peer group rather than psychotherapy\, designed to foste r connection\, reflection\, and practical integration.Note: This is an aff inity space exclusively for people who identify as Jewish—by heritage or conversion—including those who are part-Jewish. Those who do not meet t hese criteria will not be admitted. To support safety and connection in a time of deep division\, we also hold a clear and intentional container: we do not engage in political discussion here. The focus is on integration\, presence\, and community.Whether you’re new to Jewish practice or findi ng your way back in\, whether your journeys have been expansive\, messy\, or disorienting—you’re welcome here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20270107T153000Z DTEND:20270107T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20270108T023000Z DTEND:20270108T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270108T170000Z DTEND:20270108T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20270110T173000Z DTEND:20270110T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20260517T173000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  https://momence.com/l/WQhW6 ZxQ5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation that invites us to return t o our true selves through instinctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos\, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice op ens a portal into embodied presence\, emotional honesty\, and creative exp ression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of b eing alive as it unfolds\, moment by moment\, breath by breath.This practi ce is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People of ten leave the dance feeling cleansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sense of awareness. To dance this way is to pra ctice loving oneself and to remember our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is fo r every body. There is no right or wrong way to move—only your way. If y ou’ve never had any dance training before\, hooray—that’s often a gi ft. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magi c and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qibei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic heale r\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. She moves between worlds: the clinical and th e mystical\, the tender and the fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones a nd the unspeakable beauty of Spirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her lif e listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to co me alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wi ld heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes li fe juicy and magical. The sacred art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the primordial intelligence pulsing through our v eins.  In her movement classes\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclu sive place for all bodies\, inviting the dynamic emergence of real human a nd beyond-human interplay. More info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20270114T023000Z DTEND:20270114T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:4j1d8of5u7mg86fs1ck0db68sj_R20260212T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here to reserve your spot: https://momence.com/l/BGhDJ6mLWelcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Re latefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close f riend of relational practices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulness is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment as we relate to the others in the group. We will notic e our relational patterns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. We'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us more clearly see each other and our broader social reali ty.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation pract ices. By placing awareness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group\, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relat ing to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection b y being deeply seen and understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're able to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, partic ipants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by steppi ng away from the experience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other.Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close at 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please r egister to reserve your spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggest ed donation is $15Josh Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator thro ugh the Relateful Company training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while contin uing to grow his practice through retreats and regularly engaging other fa cilitators. Josh loves exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring .When he's not leading relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find hi m loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Mi chael Taft's meditation courses\, or passionately following the New York J ets football team despite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the scienc e of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (h e/him) has hundreds of hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relatefu l Company. He draws from a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance teams\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recen t inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence a nd calibrated relational risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersecti on of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20270114T153000Z DTEND:20270114T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20270115T023000Z DTEND:20270115T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270115T170000Z DTEND:20270115T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discovering Vividness: Meditation and Movement with Evolving Groun d DTSTART:20270117T230000Z DTEND:20270118T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T150129Z UID:52acdk4qeb0dg304pu8n2i1uvf_R20251116T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Events and Registration here:https://momence.com/l/e4heGgKQThe Bay Area Evolving Ground local group meets regularly at The Alembic to me ditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. We meet and greet\, t hen start with a short introduction to opening awareness meditation. We si t for 20 minutes\, take a break\, practice some slow standing meditations together\, take a break\, and then sit for another 20 minutes. We end with questions and discussion.Opening awareness is a seated meditation leading to vividness and spacious clarity. It is Evolving Ground’s foundational meditation and is a contemporary version of the Dzogchen practice of s hi-ne (shamatha in Sanskrit).The movements come from the Sky Realm Serie s (Nam'khor in Tibetan). These are Dzogchen long-de practices unique t o Evolving Ground. They look and feel quite similar to Qi Gong\, though t hey operate on a different principle: discovery of the nonduality of clari ty and bliss\, through the experience of “tsal”—embodied awareness a s non-ordinary sensation.Attendees need no prior experience. There will be plenty of space for questions\, reflections\, and group exploration of th e practices.This meetup is free to attend.Evolving Ground is a global com munity exploring a transformational path of passionate involvement with th e world. Our life-affirming approach empowers creative\, effective individ uals: people who live with courage\, kindness\, and grace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150129Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20270121T153000Z DTEND:20270121T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20270122T023000Z DTEND:20270122T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260726T061147Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T061147Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270122T170000Z DTEND:20270122T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260726T181807Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T181807Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20270124T183000Z DTEND:20270124T204500Z DTSTAMP:20260729T002216Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20270124T183000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  5Rhythms® is a dynamic mov ement meditation that invites us to return to our true selves through inst inctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos \, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice opens a portal into embodied pre sence\, emotional honesty\, and creative expression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of being alive as it unfolds\, mom ent by moment\, breath by breath.This practice is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People often leave the dance feeling cl eansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sen se of awareness. To dance this way is to practice loving oneself and to re member our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is for every body. There is no righ t or wrong way to move—only your way. If you’ve never had any dance tr aining before\, hooray—that’s often a gift. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magic and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qi bei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic healer\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. S he moves between worlds: the clinical and the mystical\, the tender and th e fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones and the unspeakable beauty of S pirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her life listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to come alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wild heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes life juicy and magical. The sacr ed art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the p rimordial intelligence pulsing through our veins.  In her movement classe s\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclusive place for all bodies\, in viting the dynamic emergence of real human and beyond-human interplay. Mor e info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T002216Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vocal Discovery with Julia Norton DTSTART:20270128T020000Z DTEND:20270128T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260801T061109Z UID:5pls4df31u8fca09ufhbj4ma9s@google.com CATEGORIES:education,music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhxOmkDThis new mont hly class is all about Vocal Discovery. We begin with gentle physical and vocal warm ups and then explore various forms of collaborative singing\, f rom close harmony singing\, improvisational singing and specific singing s tyles\, whilst building community and offering the singing balm we all des ire. At the end of each class participants will be guided through a short centering meditation to ground their experience. No previous singing expe rience needed\, ALL levels\, ages\, genders are welcome to join. Early Bir d is $20 through 5/20 and regular tickets are $30. Please wear loose comfo rtable clothing you can move in\, bring a journal or notepad to write or d raw in and water to drink. Please stay home if you have a cough or any sym ptoms of illness\, we want to make this a safe space for everyone. Thank y ou!Julia Norton has always been driven by a deep understanding that the si nging voice is not just about sounding ‘pretty’\, it’s about communi cating deep emotions and connecting with others\, whilst also connecting t o the core of who we truly are. Combining solid vocal technique\, gentle movement\, active imagination\, shadow work and play\, Julia’s mission i s to help people uncover the power\, authenticity\, and joy in their voice . To transform the stories that might be holding them back\, and to build community through collaborative singing and play. She has been singing and studying voice her whole life\, but completed an MA in Voice Movement The rapy in 2000 and has been a registered Voice Movement Therapy practitioner for over 25 years. She is also an award winning singer\, voice actor and a certified Jungian Coach. LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T061109Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20270128T153000Z DTEND:20270128T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20270129T023000Z DTEND:20270129T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260802T061025Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T061025Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270129T170000Z DTEND:20270129T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260802T181006Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T181006Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yirah: A Jewish Psychedelic Integration Circle DTSTART:20270203T013000Z DTEND:20270203T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T061413Z UID:128qenhb87o5oskr0lo5kj0pq0@google.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/x9h61K0zsychedelics c an surface anything\, including awe\, insight\, grief\, trauma\, even ance stral or collective pain. Without support\, it can be hard to make sense o f what happened\, let alone carry it forward in a meaningful way.Yirah—o ften translated as awe\, reverence\, or a kind of holy trembling—is the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast\, meaningful\, and not e ntirely knowable. Psychedelic experiences often bring us right to that edg e. This Jewish psychedelic integration circle offers a space to meet those moments together\, within the safety of Jewish community and the containe r of Jewish teachings. Together\, we make meaning of what we’ve seen and felt\, and begin the slow\, human work of weaving those insights into our lives.Each monthly\, drop-in circle includes grounding and intention-sett ing\, a brief orientation\, an experiential practice (meditation\, movemen t\, somatic work\, or parts work)\, and small- and large-group sharing. Th is is a supported peer group rather than psychotherapy\, designed to foste r connection\, reflection\, and practical integration.Note: This is an aff inity space exclusively for people who identify as Jewish—by heritage or conversion—including those who are part-Jewish. Those who do not meet t hese criteria will not be admitted. To support safety and connection in a time of deep division\, we also hold a clear and intentional container: we do not engage in political discussion here. The focus is on integration\, presence\, and community.Whether you’re new to Jewish practice or findi ng your way back in\, whether your journeys have been expansive\, messy\, or disorienting—you’re welcome here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T061413Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20270204T153000Z DTEND:20270204T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260811T003139Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003139Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20270205T023000Z DTEND:20270205T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260809T061335Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T061335Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270205T170000Z DTEND:20270205T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260809T181317Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T181317Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yoga & Cultural Heritage Retreat in Guatemala DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270214 DTSTAMP:20260816T183253Z UID:10000886-1801872000-1802563199@adelineyoga.com CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:A Yoga & Cultural Heritage Retreat in Guatemala\nFebruary 6– 13\, 2027\non the shores of Lake Atitlan\nJoin Us for a 8 Days of Explorat ion\nWith Heather Haxo Phillips\nat Villa Sumaya\nThere is one room left \ n \nThis retreat is for Iyengar Yoga practitioners ready for renewal and a fresh perspective – through yoga practice\, meaningful connection\, and immersion in the beauty and culture of Lake Atitlán. \nRetreat Highlight s:\n\nEnjoy daily Iyengar Yoga practice: Practice with Heather in a privat e space overlooking the sacred lake.  Sessions are designed to support yo ur personal growth.\nExplore Villa Sumaya and all that Lake Atitlán has t o offer: Spend 8 days / 7 nights in the Guatemalan highlands\, surrounded by lake views\, volcanic landscape\, and time to explore the villages arou nd the lake.\nNourish yourself: Connect over the sunrise beverages while e njoying three organic vegetarian meals each day.  You will experience how impactful a week of nourishing food\, deep rest and community support can be.\nRelax deeply: Enjoy your time in the solar hot tub\, lakeside massag e\, quiet rest\, and a slower rhythm of life on retreat.\nExperience cultu ral traditions: Learn the stories of the ancient textiles\, participate in a sacred Fire Ceremony\, and engage with the region’s culture.\n\nA ver y unique offering\, this retreat is for experienced Iyengar Yoga students with a sense of adventure and desire for personal growth.  You can expect transformative practice sessions\, meaningful connection\, and time for s elf-discovery in the beauty and culture of Lake Atitlán. \n \nThis is You r Opportunity:\nStep out of daily life\nMake space for self-reflection and discovery\nGet a fresh perspective\n\nSee What Awaits You:\n\n\n\n  \nRE GISTER FOR THE WAITLIST \n  \n \n\n It gave room from introspection and time in nature. I liked connecting with the community of like minded folks and getting to be in appreciation of the beautiful people\, culture and h ow alive the land is.\n\n~Preethi Aylard \n \nWHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?\nJo in us if you are looking for: \n\nRenewal\, reflection\, and a fresh persp ective\nDaily Iyengar Yoga practice in a focused retreat setting\nMeaningf ul connection with fellow students and travelers\nTime to reconnect with y ourself through practice\, community\, and place\nSupport during a season of stress\, grief\, change\, or life transition\nA deeper experience of yo ga\, culture\, and spiritual connection\nAn opportunity to experience the beauty and culture of Lake Atitlán with presence and respect\n\nBecause t his is an active retreat setting\, students must feel comfortable with une ven terrain\, hills\, steep stairs\, and getting on and off boats. \nThis retreat is best suited for people who have at least one year of experience studying consistently in Continuing Beginner\, Intermediate\, or Advanced classes with a CIYT. You ought to be well-steeped in the standing poses a nd inversions like Sirsasana and Sarvangasana.  We will build progressive ly toward intermediate and even some advanced poses including inversions\, arm balances and back extensions. \nREGISTER FOR THE WAITLIST \n\nYOUR IN STRUCTOR & TRIP LEADER\n\nHeather Haxo Phillips (she/her) is a Senior Iyen gar Yoga teacher and the Director of Adeline Yoga. She is a Certified Yoga Therapist (c-IAYT)\, Relax and Renew restorative yoga teacher\, and Yoga Alliance E-500 level instructor. \nCertified at Level 3\, Heather mentors aspiring teachers and Certified Iyengar Yoga Teachers\, and has served as a mentor\, assessor\, and member of the IYNAUS Assessment Committee. Her t eaching is rooted in yoga philosophy\, Sanskrit\, chant\, and steady Iyeng ar Yoga practice. \nHeather has traveled widely\, especially to places off the beaten path\, and is known for her well-organized retreats. This will be her sixth trip to Villa Sumaya. \n\n\nWhat’s Included in Your Retrea t Experience\n \n\nThis retreat brings together daily Iyengar Yoga practic e\, shared meals\, cultural experiences\, and time for rest and reflection at Villa Sumaya on Lake Atitlán. \n\nDaily Iyengar Yoga practice with He ather\, including morning asana classes and afternoon sessions shaped arou nd student interests\, with restorative asana included\nA focused retreat setting with time to step out of daily life\, reconnect with practice\, an d make space for reflection\nHomemade meals at Villa Sumaya\, with abundan t buffet-style meals prepared from local ingredients\, often from the Vill a Sumaya gardens\nTea\, coffee\, snacks\, and other beverages available th roughout the day and evening\nDietary accommodations\, including support f or allergies\, vegan\, and non-gluten diets\nCultural experiences around L ake Atitlán\, including time to explore nearby villages\, food markets\, textiles\, chocolate\, coffee\, and local traditions\nCeremonies and refle ctive study\, including Mayan and yoga-related experiences that support pr esence\, self-discovery\, and connection\nA traditional Mayan Fire Ceremon y led by a local shaman on the final day of the retreat\nTime in community \, with shared meals\, conversation\, practice\, and space to connect with fellow students\nTime for rest and renewal\, whether you spend quiet time by the lake\, read\, journal\, or simply take in the beauty of the retrea t setting\n\n  \n \n\n“The views of the Volcanos along Lake Atitlan wer e breathtaking and provided me with a deep sense of calm to start and end the day with. The in-person pranayama and progression of sequencing in asa na everyday was playful\, restorative\, inspiring and rejuvenating. Having such a fun group to practice with\, chat with over meals about life\, and go out on excursions\, reminded me how necessary community is to healing and growing. “\n\n~Natalie Palms\n\n\n\nOur Schedule\nEach day will have its own rhythm\, with time for Iyengar Yoga practice\, shared meals\, res t\, cultural experiences and exploration. The week is designed to give stu dents a balance of structure and spaciousness. \n\nArrival day: Check in b egins at 3:00 pm\, followed by asana practice\, dinner\, and a welcome cer emony.\nMorning rhythm: Most days begin with contemplative practice\, a li ght breakfast or morning swim\, and a longer morning asana class.\nMidday: Lunch is followed by free time for rest\, reflection\, reading\, or explo ring the around the Lake.\nAfternoon practice: Some of our afternoons will include restorative asana and practices shaped around student interests.\ nEvenings: Dinner is shared together\, with some evenings including philos ophy discussion\, cultural experiences\, or special activities.\nPossible afternoon activities: Students may choose to receive a Mayan horoscope rea ding\, experience the temazcal\, book bodywork or spa treatments\, kayak\, hike to San Marcos\, visit Chichi Market\, or enjoy quiet time in a hammo ck.\nFinal day: The retreat closes with a final class\, breakfast\, check- out\, and departure.  Return flights should be scheduled for 2:30 pm or l ater to allow enough time to travel from Lake Atitlán to the airport.\n\n ADD ME TO THE LIST \n \nVilla Sumaya Accommodations\, Meals & Amenities\n \nVilla Sumaya is a secluded lakefront retreat center on Lake Atitlán in the rural highlands.  We are surrounded by lush forests and volcanic view s. During the retreat\, you’ll have space to rest\, reflect\, enjoy nour ishing meals\, and settle into the slower rhythm of the week. \n\nLakefron t retreat setting: Villa Sumaya is located in a quiet lakeside cove with v iews of Lake Atitlán and the surrounding volcanoes.\nWarm\, inviting room s: Each room includes private bathrooms and outdoor seating areas just for you!  You can expect lake views\, orthopedic beds\, and quality linens.   The private space are gorgeous!\nHomemade meals: Meals are served buffe t-style and freshly prepared in the Villa Sumaya kitchen\, often with loca l ingredients from the retreat center’s gardens.\nDietary accommodations : Villa Sumaya can accommodate most special dietary needs\, including alle rgies\, vegan\, and non-gluten diets. Chicken or fish options can be arran ged.\nCreature comforts: Snacks\, tea\, coffee\, and other beverages are a vailable throughout the day and evening. We love the special smoothies and energy balls at Villa Sumaya.\nHarmony Spa: Onsite bodywork and healing s ervices are abundant\, including Swedish\, Ayurvedic\, Thai massage and en ergy work.  These offerings are a highlight of the trip for many people.\ nHot tubs and sauna: Villa Sumaya offers a complimentary solar-heated ston e hot tub\, a lakeside fire-heated hot tub\, and a wood-burning traditiona l sauna. Some amenities are reserved for an additional fee.\nWi-Fi and unp lugging: Villa Sumaya offers complimentary Wi-Fi.  And a setting that sup ports rest\, reflection\, and time away from the devices.\nConcierge suppo rt: Villa Sumaya’s concierge team will help organize transportation\, sp a services\, and cultural outings.\nCommunity connection: Villa Sumaya has a major initiative to feed hungry mothers\, which includes fathers too an d medical care like eye surgery.  Adeline Yoga provides financial support for this important work – and you can too. Villa Sumaya also works clos ely with Amigos de Santa Cruz\, a local nonprofit supporting the Indigenou s people of Santa Cruz.  We will provide information for those wish to br ing donations.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“Villa Sumaya team is next level – all of the services offered\, and the exquisite meals\, knowledge and support. I felt welcomed from the moment I stepped off the boat to our departure. I loved the ease and trust with which the retreat center operated—adding t hings to the bill/tab over the course of the week as to reduce any monetar y transactions. It felt so right. Learning about the local villages\, and Mayan weaving collectives\, and Mayan cosmovisions\, and Mayan Sacred Fire Ceremony was incredibly special. I’ll marinate in those lessons and spi ritual guidance for a long time.” \n\n~ Sara Jo Neubauer \nLET’S GO! \ n\n\n Pricing\, Deposit & Payment Options\n  \n  \n \nRetreat Rates\n  \n$2995 Double Occupancy \n-or- \n$3295 for Single Occupancy \n\n$2795 Tr iple Occupancy \n$2295 for participants not doing yoga \n\n\n  \nWe have one room left \nGet on the list today!\nYou can pay a deposit\, pay in ful l\, or design a payment plan that works for you. \n  \nREGISTER FOR THE W AITLIST HERE \n \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nHow do I sign up?\nReserve your room with a $500 deposit. You can also pay in full or request a paym ent plan that works for you. We recommend you sign up early.  Space is de finitely limited.  And\, each room is unique! We assign rooms to the firs t people to register – deliberately pairing you with the room best suite d to your interests. \nWhat is included in the price?\nThe retreat include s accommodations\, three vegetarian meals daily\, all yoga sessions\, spec ial programs including a group fire ceremony led by a local shaman\, inter net\, unlimited tea/coffee/water\, use of the Villa Sumaya grounds\, the s olar-heated hot tub\, and taxes. \nWhat is not included in the price?\nAir fare\, airport shuttle\, boat rides\, spa services\, the lakeside hot tub and additional ceremonies are not included.  Meat or fish can be added to your meals for a small additional price.  Specialty drinks\, staff tips\ , shopping\, and additional activities around Lake Atitlán are also not i ncluded. \nWhat is the cancellation policy?\nWhen we receive your deposit\ , we reserve your room. Your $500 deposit will not be refundable. \nCancel lations received before October 1 are entitled to a full refund minus the $500 deposit. Cancellations received by Nov 30 are entitled to a 50% refun d minus the $500 deposit. Cancellations received after December 1 will not receive a refund.  Due to arrangements made with our hosts\, there can b e no exceptions to this policy. \nPlease make sure you have insurance cove rage that can help you if you need to cancel close to your departure date. \nCan I bring a friend or loved one?\nYes! There is a no-yoga option for participants who want to enjoy Villa Sumaya\, Lake Atitlán\, and the surr ounding area without joining the yoga classes. \nWhat about special dietar y needs?\nVilla Sumaya provide gluten-free and vegan options at every meal . They can also accommodate some food allergies. As the retreat gets close r\, we will ask for details about your specific dietary needs. \nDo I need to bring yoga props or books?\nVilla Sumaya has basic yoga props for grou p use. A copy of the Yoga Sutras may be helpful. \nDo I need travel insura nce?\nYes. Travel insurance is highly recommended in case you need to canc el your trip or need support with medical\, weather\, travel delay\, or pe rsonal property concerns. Please review policies carefully and choose the coverage that works for your needs. \nDo I need special vaccinations?\nVis itors to Guatemala do not usually need additional vaccinations\, but it is best to review CDC guidelines and check with your doctor. \nHow do I get to Lake Atitlán and Villa Sumaya?\nMost people fly into Guatemala City. W e will help you arrange tTransportation from Guatemala City or Antigua. \ nVilla Sumaya is located on Lake Atitlán near the village of Santa Cruz l a Laguna. Most travelers go by van shuttle to Panajachel\, then take a sho rt boat ride to the Villa Sumaya dock. \nCan I visit Antigua before or aft er the retreat?\nYes. Many participants choose to spend a night or two in Antigua before the retreat. Antigua is a UNESCO World Heritage site about 45 minutes from the Guatemala City airport\, known for its cobblestone str eets\, historic plazas\, vibrant culture\, and beautiful food scene. It ca n be a lovely way to settle into Guatemala before traveling to Lake Atitl án. \nWhat is the weather like?\nThe climate is temperate and spring-like year-round. Because Lake Atitlán is at a high altitude\, mornings and ev enings can be cool. \n  \nOnce you register we will provide you with an e xtensive FAQ and guide for getting ready \n\n\nStill have more questions r ight now? \nLearn more by emailing support@adelineyoga.com. \n\n \nReserve Your Spot\nIf this retreat feels like the right fit\, we invite you to re serve your place for The Yoga & Cultural Heritage Retreat in Guatemala wit h Heather Haxo Phillips. \nSpace is limited\, and each room at Villa Sumay a is unique. Your room is reserved once your $500 deposit is received. You may pay in full or request a payment plan that works for you. \nJoin us f or a week of Iyengar Yoga practice\, renewal\, meaningful connection\, and immersion in the beauty and culture of Lake Atitlán. \nWAITLIST ME LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T183253Z URL:https://adelineyoga.com/event/guatemala-retreat/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Adeline Yoga Studio X-SOURCE-URL:https://adelineyoga.com/schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Relatefulness with Josh and Daniel DTSTART:20270211T023000Z DTEND:20270211T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T062530Z UID:4j1d8of5u7mg86fs1ck0db68sj_R20260212T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:This event typically sells out! Register here to reserve your spot: https://momence.com/l/BGhDJ6mLWelcome to a twice-monthly drop-in Re latefulness practice with Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli.A close f riend of relational practices like Circling™\, Authentic Relating\, and T-Group\, Relatefulness is an exploration of what is honestly coming up in the present moment as we relate to the others in the group. We will notic e our relational patterns\, emotions\, body sensations\, and other aspects of our experience. We'll name what we notice and share it with the group to help all of us more clearly see each other and our broader social reali ty.Relatefulness has value as a complement to traditional meditation pract ices. By placing awareness on ourselves\, in connection with each other\, in a collective group\, we can:Discover new\, more enjoyable ways of relat ing to our experience and to one another.Take our personal growth insights and test drive them in an interpersonal context.Find healing connection b y being deeply seen and understood.This practice tends to bring us to the edge of what we're able to hold in our awareness. Because of this\, partic ipants are invited to take care of themselves as needed\, either by steppi ng away from the experience if need be or by leading us into a new way of being with each other.Logistics:There is a large\, free parking lot at The AlembicDoors close at 6:35 sharpThis event usually sells out — please r egister to reserve your spot!Tickets are sliding scale\, $10-$25\, suggest ed donation is $15Josh Rosenberg (he/him) is a certified facilitator thro ugh the Relateful Company training program. He has hosted and facilitated weekly relatefulness sessions for a small group for two years while contin uing to grow his practice through retreats and regularly engaging other fa cilitators. Josh loves exploring what's honestly coming up in the present moment in a group of people\, and the novelty and relief it tends to bring .When he's not leading relatefulness sessions or at work\, you may find hi m loving the heck out of music\, movies\, and comedy\, participating in Mi chael Taft's meditation courses\, or passionately following the New York J ets football team despite its many flaws.In his day job Josh is CEO at the Forecasting Research Institute\, a nonprofit trying to advance the scienc e of forecasting and increase its policy-relevance.Daniel Ricciardelli (h e/him) has hundreds of hours in relational awareness practices of various forms\, and is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relatefu l Company. He draws from a decade of experience guiding men’s circles\, performance dance teams\, applied AI research\, and meditation. Some recen t inspirations of his are Ego Development Theory\, madhyamaka philosophy\, and Brazilian zouk. He is known for his steady\, compassionate presence a nd calibrated relational risk-taking. He works full-time at the intersecti on of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T062530Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20270211T153000Z DTEND:20270211T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260815T182422Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T182422Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20270212T023000Z DTEND:20270212T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T062619Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T062619Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270212T170000Z DTEND:20270212T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T183021Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T183021Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20270218T153000Z DTEND:20270218T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260822T182513Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T182513Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20270219T023000Z DTEND:20270219T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T062532Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T062532Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270219T170000Z DTEND:20270219T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T182435Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T182435Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5Rhythms® Sweat Your Prayers DTSTART:20270221T183000Z DTEND:20270221T204500Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002646Z UID:2ie6ui22e21kbuuctog6mrjiuf_R20270124T183000@google.com CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:Event Registration and Details:  5Rhythms® is a dynamic mov ement meditation that invites us to return to our true selves through inst inctual\, intuitive dance. Guided by the map of Flowing\, Staccato\, Chaos \, Lyrical\, and Stillness\, the practice opens a portal into embodied pre sence\, emotional honesty\, and creative expression. There are no steps to follow and no performance to give—only a ritualized space to offer the body’s prayer and witness the mystery of being alive as it unfolds\, mom ent by moment\, breath by breath.This practice is an elixir for the body\, mind\, heart\, soul\, and spirit. People often leave the dance feeling cl eansed and resourced\, reconnected to their bodily wisdom and a deeper sen se of awareness. To dance this way is to practice loving oneself and to re member our innate wholeness.5Rhythms® is for every body. There is no righ t or wrong way to move—only your way. If you’ve never had any dance tr aining before\, hooray—that’s often a gift. Come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by your own magic and mystery.Teacher Bio: Qi bei is a 5Rhythms® teacher\, holistic healer\, and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) - though boxes like these never quite hold her. S he moves between worlds: the clinical and the mystical\, the tender and th e fierce\, the silent knowing of the bones and the unspeakable beauty of S pirit cracking open. Qibei has spent her life listening\, deeply\, to what aches\, what awakens\, and what wants to come alive. Dance\, for her\, is not performance. It’s prayer\, medicine\, and creative laboratory. Her work invites people out of numbness and into their own raw aliveness: the place where everything dances\, where the wild heart remembers itself. She believes embodied presence is what makes life juicy and magical. The sacr ed art of coming home to ourselves\, through breath\, movement\, and the p rimordial intelligence pulsing through our veins.  In her movement classe s\, Qibei creates a trauma-sensitive\, inclusive place for all bodies\, in viting the dynamic emergence of real human and beyond-human interplay. Mor e info at www.Qibei.be. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002646Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Discovering Vividness: Meditation and Movement with Evolving Groun d DTSTART:20270221T230000Z DTEND:20270222T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T002646Z UID:52acdk4qeb0dg304pu8n2i1uvf_R20251116T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Events and Registration here:https://momence.com/l/e4heGgKQThe Bay Area Evolving Ground local group meets regularly at The Alembic to me ditate together and explore contemporary Vajrayana. We meet and greet\, t hen start with a short introduction to opening awareness meditation. We si t for 20 minutes\, take a break\, practice some slow standing meditations together\, take a break\, and then sit for another 20 minutes. We end with questions and discussion.Opening awareness is a seated meditation leading to vividness and spacious clarity. It is Evolving Ground’s foundational meditation and is a contemporary version of the Dzogchen practice of s hi-ne (shamatha in Sanskrit).The movements come from the Sky Realm Serie s (Nam'khor in Tibetan). These are Dzogchen long-de practices unique t o Evolving Ground. They look and feel quite similar to Qi Gong\, though t hey operate on a different principle: discovery of the nonduality of clari ty and bliss\, through the experience of “tsal”—embodied awareness a s non-ordinary sensation.Attendees need no prior experience. There will be plenty of space for questions\, reflections\, and group exploration of th e practices.This meetup is free to attend.Evolving Ground is a global com munity exploring a transformational path of passionate involvement with th e world. Our life-affirming approach empowers creative\, effective individ uals: people who live with courage\, kindness\, and grace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002646Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vocal Discovery with Julia Norton DTSTART:20270225T020000Z DTEND:20270225T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T062625Z UID:5pls4df31u8fca09ufhbj4ma9s@google.com CATEGORIES:education,music,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhxOmkDThis new mont hly class is all about Vocal Discovery. We begin with gentle physical and vocal warm ups and then explore various forms of collaborative singing\, f rom close harmony singing\, improvisational singing and specific singing s tyles\, whilst building community and offering the singing balm we all des ire. At the end of each class participants will be guided through a short centering meditation to ground their experience. No previous singing expe rience needed\, ALL levels\, ages\, genders are welcome to join. Early Bir d is $20 through 5/20 and regular tickets are $30. Please wear loose comfo rtable clothing you can move in\, bring a journal or notepad to write or d raw in and water to drink. Please stay home if you have a cough or any sym ptoms of illness\, we want to make this a safe space for everyone. Thank y ou!Julia Norton has always been driven by a deep understanding that the si nging voice is not just about sounding ‘pretty’\, it’s about communi cating deep emotions and connecting with others\, whilst also connecting t o the core of who we truly are. Combining solid vocal technique\, gentle movement\, active imagination\, shadow work and play\, Julia’s mission i s to help people uncover the power\, authenticity\, and joy in their voice . To transform the stories that might be holding them back\, and to build community through collaborative singing and play. She has been singing and studying voice her whole life\, but completed an MA in Voice Movement The rapy in 2000 and has been a registered Voice Movement Therapy practitioner for over 25 years. She is also an award winning singer\, voice actor and a certified Jungian Coach. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T062625Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Morning Embodiment Practice: Mindful Movement\, Stillness\, + In B etween with Suzanne Beahrs DTSTART:20270225T153000Z DTEND:20270225T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260829T182723Z UID:0aeggkbv5gbia1sngv0j5p619e@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/vrhdlKa9Morning Embod iment Practices is an invitation to practice giving ourselves permission t o arrive fully to where we are\, and gently explore movement and stillness to care for our bodies and ourselves.As an element of self attunement\, w e will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love\, mea ning that we are each making choices that are nourishing and responsive to ourselves as individuals in that moment. Part of this practice includes b eing very intentional and explicit about what kinds of choices we might co nsider\, and being curious about how it feels to try them. There will be m any options provided throughout\, with guidance around how to navigate cho ice making\, including if this is new to you or you are navigating a limit ation or injury. There will be a corner of the room set aside in case you ’d like to opt out of the facilitated structure and take a moment for yo urself to rest.Opening Circle: 10 min. We will arrive\, ground\, and check -in with whatever feels present for each of us. This event is designed to support you in meeting yourself in whatever you might be experiencing. We get to welcome ourselves to come as we are.Warm Up: 20 min: We will do a g uided\, full-bodied warm up\, tuning the instruments of our bodies and att ention\, giving ourselves plenty of time to shake it out\, stretch\, wiggl e\, and move through whatever feels stuck. Movements will be simple enough to follow along\, giving us a chance to get out of our heads and drop int o our bodies\, regulating our nervous system. Drawing on modern/contempora ry dance and yoga\, there will be flow\, rhythm\, and music.Movement Explo rations: 30 min: After the warm up\, we will explore movements that deepen our connection with our bodies and our intuition\, focusing on concepts a nd areas of the body that can help us settle and release.Meditation: 15 mi n: We will settle into meditation and rest. Finding stillness might be sit ting/standing/lying down and might include cozy props\, having eyes open o r closed\, and suggestions to make yourself comfortable\, including allowi ng some body movement within that quiet space.Please bring clothes you fee l comfortable to move in. It’s recommended to bring long sleeves\, long pants and socks with you\, in case we are moving on the floor. Bring a jou rnal if you’d like.About Suzanne (Zan):With three decades of modern danc e experience and 13 years of teaching\, Suzanne Beahrs guides students in exploring movement as a pathway to deeper connection—with ourselves\, ou r surroundings\, and each other. Her classes blend technical training\, cr eative expression\, and guidance on being intentional with how we are each practicing. Her movement style was described by The New York Times as “ grounded\, silken.” In addition to modern dance\, she is currently heavi ly influenced by house dance\, contact improvisation\, and mindfulness pra ctices.She is currently on faculty at Shawl-Anderson Dance Center and has previously taught extensively at ODC\, Gibney\, Elon University\, ADF stud ios\, and many more. She has shown her choreography in NY\, NC\, CA\, AZ\, MA\, and MO\, and performed in works by Ishika Seth\, Mo Miner\, and othe rs.Beyond the studio\, Suzanne is a facilitator and has worked as a DEI co nsultant. She also enjoys exploring writing\, visual art\, nature\, music\ , and belonging.Education: MFA in Dance\, NYU Tisch School of the Arts\; B A in Geology\, UC BerkeleyLearn more about Suzanne:IG @suzannebeahrssuzann ebeahrs.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182723Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deconstructing Yourself with Michael Taft DTSTART:20270226T023000Z DTEND:20270226T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T062818Z UID:qvkdavercnn6il9o8meuodnvl6_R20251107T023000@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Details and registration here: https://momence.com/l/QQhyedee Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximat ely one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Ta ft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force t hat is meditation.  We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourse lf strives to encourage\, inform\, and inspire your meditation practice to wards ongoing awakening. Meditations are archived on YouTube.Alembic foun ding teacher Michael W. Taft is a maverick meditation teacher\, bestsellin g author\, and podcaster. As a mindfulness coach\, he specializes in secul ar\, science-based mindfulness training in retreats\, groups\, corporate s ettings\, and one-on-one sessions. Michael is the author of several books\ , including the bestselling The Mindful Geek\, Nondualism: A Brief History of a Timeless Concept\, and Ego (which he co-authored)\, as well as the e ditor of such books as Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson and The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young.He has often taught meditation at Googl e\, worked on curriculum development for SIYLI\, and is currently core fac ulty at Wisdom Labs\, in San Francisco. Michael is also a featured teacher on the Simple Habit app\, and an official advisor to the Therapeutic Neur oscience Lab. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human\, and was t he long-time editorial director of Sounds True.From Zen temples in Japan t o yogi caves in India\, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five y ears and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tan tric practice. Michael is a senior facilitator in Shinzen Young’s Unifie d Mindfulness system\, and is a teacher of meditation groups around the Ba y Area. He currently lives in Oakland\, California\, and is founding edito r of the iconoclastic mindfulness meditation blog and podcast Deconstructi ng Yourself. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T062818Z LOCATION:The Berkeley Alembic\, 2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wisdom Healing Qigong with Hiromi Vardy DTSTART:20270226T170000Z DTEND:20270226T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T182556Z UID:6lo6alqp32ree4dhp1mufmaa8m@google.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:For more information:  https://momence.com/l/vrh2E862Experie nce the deep benefits of Zhineng (Wisdom Healing) Qigong. This practice st rengthens the immune system\, supports the body’s natural capacity to he al\, and cultivates mental clarity and emotional steadiness. Through simpl e\, time-honored movements\, the nervous system unwinds\, the mind becomes more spacious\, and the heart opens. Over time\, practitioners often feel more resilient\, centered\, and connected — both inwardly and outwardly . LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T182556Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yirah: A Jewish Psychedelic Integration Circle DTSTART:20270303T013000Z DTEND:20270303T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062843Z UID:128qenhb87o5oskr0lo5kj0pq0@google.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:More information: https://momence.com/l/x9h61K0zsychedelics c an surface anything\, including awe\, insight\, grief\, trauma\, even ance stral or collective pain. Without support\, it can be hard to make sense o f what happened\, let alone carry it forward in a meaningful way.Yirah—o ften translated as awe\, reverence\, or a kind of holy trembling—is the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast\, meaningful\, and not e ntirely knowable. Psychedelic experiences often bring us right to that edg e. This Jewish psychedelic integration circle offers a space to meet those moments together\, within the safety of Jewish community and the containe r of Jewish teachings. Together\, we make meaning of what we’ve seen and felt\, and begin the slow\, human work of weaving those insights into our lives.Each monthly\, drop-in circle includes grounding and intention-sett ing\, a brief orientation\, an experiential practice (meditation\, movemen t\, somatic work\, or parts work)\, and small- and large-group sharing. Th is is a supported peer group rather than psychotherapy\, designed to foste r connection\, reflection\, and practical integration.Note: This is an aff inity space exclusively for people who identify as Jewish—by heritage or conversion—including those who are part-Jewish. Those who do not meet t hese criteria will not be admitted. To support safety and connection in a time of deep division\, we also hold a clear and intentional container: we do not engage in political discussion here. The focus is on integration\, presence\, and community.Whether you’re new to Jewish practice or findi ng your way back in\, whether your journeys have been expansive\, messy\, or disorienting—you’re welcome here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062843Z X-SOURCE-NAME:The Berkeley Alembic Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.berkeleyalembic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vitality with Stephanie Quirk DTSTART:20270424T170000Z DTEND:20270424T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260801T061104Z UID:10000884-1808560800-1808560800@adelineyoga.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:The Energetic Embodiment\nVitality: the Work of Bringing “Li fe”\nLooking at the health of the vital organic body including heart\, lungs\, pancreas and thyroid \nApril 24 – 27\, 2027 \nplus one post-seri es session via zoom for assimilation & application of material \n  \nREGI STER HERE FOR THE WAITLIST \nWe will notify you when registration opens th is fall \n \n\n \n\n\n \n  \nIn this course we will explore Vitality\, fo cusing on the health of the vital organic body: heart\, lungs\, pancreas\, and thyroid. \nThis is module 4 of a seven-part Yoga Therapy training “ Seeing & Understanding from the Base” designed by Stephanie Quirk\, foll owing Guruji B.K.S. Iyengar’s progression of learning\, from the outer\, seeable form to the inner\, more subtle aspects of the body\, mind\, and senses of perception. \nThis program will be an invaluable professional de velopment opportunity for Iyengar Yoga teachers and trainees as well as ex perienced practitioners wishing to deepen their practice and understanding of yoga and its therapeutic applications. As yoga students each of us nee ds to be able to solve problems in our own practice. \nThe approach starts from the participants own practice\, showing how familiar asanas can be m odified to address specific needs. Each part of the series focuses on prac tical adaptations to support students facing common difficulties in their yoga practice. \nThe emphasis is on learning the asana from the inside out \, by understanding its internal experience—tone\, intensity\, form—an d how elemental factors—gravity\, balance\, space\, movement and stabili ty—change according to the arrangement and adaptation of each asana. \nW ho Can Attend?\nThis course is open to: \n\nCertified Iyengar Yoga teacher s\nIyengar Yoga teacher trainees/mentees\nExperienced Iyengar Yoga practit ioners\n\nWhat’s covered each day?\nDay 1: the beginning of study\, obse rvation and investigation through the categories of asanas taught in a gen eral class for the subject / topic being explored. \nDay 2: Continued prac tice in the morning. In the afternoon the focus is on the very important a spect of observation. \nDay 3: Learning specific adjustments and adaptatio ns for the students that require help. Adjustments can be carried out for a variety of reasons\, to enable\, to correct\, and to educate the student \, so that the pose works more directly and the effects are accessible for the student. \nDay 4: Adjustments and adaptations continue and the introd uction to understanding the purpose and correct usage of props. Props as w ith adaptations can be for enabling\, correcting and educating. They can a lleviate situations difficult to bear as well as provide a portal for the student to understand their inner body. \n  \nAbout Stephanie Quirk \nSte phanie Quirk is recognised internationally as a leader in the field of Yog a Therapeutics.\nShe spent over 20 years living in Pune\, India\, studying and working closely with the Iyengar family at the Ramamani Iyengar Memor ial Yoga Institute (RIMYI). During that time\, she assisted in the medical classes\, gaining deep and practical experience in applying asana and pra nayama therapeutically. \n  \nQuestions you may have:\nDo I have to atten d the whole workshop?\nWe highly recommend attending the full 4 days to ge t the most benefit. The workshop is designed to build gradually\, and full participation allows Stephanie to better understand your level of practic e and understanding\, and offer more tailored guidance. It’s also a valu able way to deepen your practice and support your overall well-being. \nIf there is space\, we may allow registration for one or two days only. Sing le sessions can only be booked for Day 1.\nOther options are: Day 1 + 2 \, Day 1 + 2 + 3. \nWhat is this full series?\nThe full series consists of 7 parts: \nPart 1 – The Karmendriyas 1 – The Outer Body in Locomotion: Feet\, Knees & Hips\nPart 2 – The Karmendriyas 2 – The Outer Body that Offers & Holds: Arms\, Shoulders & Upper Spine\nPart 3 – The Root (Mula ): Lower Spine\, Pelvis & Sacrum\nPart 4 – The Energetic embodiment 1 – Vitality: The Work of Bringing “Life” (Utrecht\, 24–27 September 2026)\nPart 5 – The Energetic embodiment 2 – The Sustainer: Digestion \, Absorption & Elimination\nPart 6 – Acquiring the state of balance and harmony – Systemic Imbalance: Endocrine and Nervous System Health\nPart 7 – Listening – Seeing – Realising: The Senses of Perception and th e Mind \nIt is not necessary to have completed earlier modules. \nEach mod ule is a separate subject\, they don’t need to be taken in order. \nThis year\, Stephanie will do an American tour teaching different parts in Los Angeles\, Dallas and New York.  If you are interested to see recordings of parts not offered in the United States\, these are available via Stepha nie’s website – as well as many more recordings of classes and worksho ps by Stephanie. \nWhen can I sign up?  We will open registration this fa ll.  At that time we will provide all the necessary detail including clas s timings\, tuition and logistical support to help our out-of-town colleag ues. \nWe welcome out-of-town colleagues!  Oakland (Oak) is the most conv enient airport as its an easy 20-min car ride or slightly longer metro rid e. San Francisco (SFO) is also a fine airport option\, about 1 hr by metro or car.  There are plenty of AirBnB around for accommodations.  We do h ave a kitchenette and gardens where you can eat your lunch and enjoy your tea.  We love our town and will be happy to make suggestions for restaura nts\, hiking\, museums and other adventures.  Partners and other +1 reall y enjoy their time if they accompany you. \nYou do not need to bring props .  Our studio is fully equipped. \nHave more questions? Watch this 12-min ute introduction by Stephanie explaining the thoughts behind the structure of this Yoga Therapy training: LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T061104Z URL:https://adelineyoga.com/event/stephanie-quirk/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Adeline Yoga Studio X-SOURCE-URL:https://adelineyoga.com/schedule END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2028 Yoga Retreat in Baja Mexico with Heather DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280212 DTSTAMP:20260820T183223Z UID:10000890-1833321600-1833926399@adelineyoga.com CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Ready for some downtime? \nJoin us for a Yoga Retreat in Baja Mexico\n6 DAYS OF EXPLORATION \nWITH HEATHER HAXO PHILLIPS \n  \nFebruary 5 – 11th\,  2028\nBaja Serenity\non the beaches of Cabo Pulmo \non the Sea of Cortez in Mexico’s Baja Peninsula \nRegistration will open in 20 27 \nI AM INTERESTED! \n\n \n\nOur retreat includes:\n\nAn incredible prop erty:  6 days and 5 nights appreciating the awe-inspiring views from the Sea of Cortez.\nEnjoy the practice of Iyengar Yoga: Daily sessions with He ather in our private open air yoga pavilion overlooking the water.\nNouris h yourself: Farm-to-table meals in a fantastic setting overlooking the oce an.\nDeeply relax: Hot tub\, plunge pool\, fire pits\, stargazing\, wine t asting\, and massage services.\nExplore the surroundings:  Ample time to explore this area that is a UNESCO world heritage site.  Considered “th e world’s aquarium” there is snorkeling\, sea kayaking\, hiking\, star gazing and more!\nConnect:  Enjoy being with like-minded people.\n\n \nTh is is your opportunity\nTake a real break and nourish your spirit!\nKEEP M E IN THE LOOP \n\n \n\nWHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?\nTaking a week away will have incredible physical\, mental\, and emotional benefits. It is a time to dis connect from your devices\, reconnect with nature and hear yourself think.   You can nourish the connection you have with your self.  Truly\, this is an opportunity to feel supported through the connection to nature\, com munity and self. \nWe will have pranayama\, asana\, and philosophy study t ogether. And\, plenty of time to rest in the hammock and enjoy an excursio n or two. You can expect the food to be incredible\, and the conversation to be meaningful. \nThis part of the Baja peninsula is considered the worl d’s aquarium\, with a unique interplay between sun\, water and sand. You can look forward to daily walks on the beach\, watching the pelicans dive into the water and hiking the nearby trails. We can be in and out of the water swimming\, kayaking and snorkeling. \nOr stay on the property and en joy the amenities! Baja Serenity itself has a hot tub\, basic spa offering s and lots of places to relax. The stunning bedrooms invite deep relaxatio n and a restful sleep. \n\n \n\n“My mind feels more at equilibrium\, I f eel less stressed\, I feel more in my body. My asana practice took a big s tep forward.”\n~Chris S\n\n \n\n“If you get a chance to go on a retrea t with Heather\, take it! Each one I’ve done has offered me a chance to do something on the mat I’ve never done before\, building my confidence and enthusiasm for continued practice. Even more importantly\, each retrea t has been a chance to take a step back\, reflect and reset\, leading to c ontinued benefits and forward momentum in many aspects of my life far beyo nd the retreat and beyond my practice of yoga. This is in no small part du e to the container created by Heather and supported by so many delightful fellow travelers from the Adeline Yoga community.”\n~Dan M.\n\n \nAmazin g Accommodations\nThe spectacular property will allow you to\nrest\, relax \, and recharge.\nBaja Serenity is designed for tranquility and a soothing atmosphere. It is a small property with only 12 rooms so that you get per sonalized attention. \nAll bedrooms are spacious\, with warm\, inviting d écor and private bathrooms. \nYou will have a private garden or balcony a ttached to your room that offers outdoor seating and views. \nJOIN THE WAI TLIST\n \n  \nRates not yet set \nDouble Occupancy \n-or- \nSingle Occupa ncy \n-or- \nTriple Occupancy \n\nParticipants not doing yoga \n  \n\n\nL ET’S GO! \n\n\n \nWHAT IS INCLUDED?\n\nYour accommodations and use of th is incredible property\n3 delicious meals per day\, with plenty of options to meet your dietary needs.\nAsana and pranayama classes each day.\nTwo p hilosophy and Q&A programs\nBeach access with stand-up paddle boards\, a p lunge pool and hot tub for you to enjoy.\nFree evenings to stargaze and en joy conversations around the fire-pit\nWIFI\nAir conditioning\n19% state t ax\nPeaceful down time and ample opportunities to explore the area\n\nWhat is not included: \n\nAirfare and ground transportation\nTravel insurance\ nSpa treatments: Baja Serenity has basic spa services\nAdditional adventur es: kayaking\, group snorkeling\, diving and surfing are popular\nStaff Gr atuities\n\n  \nTHE SCHEDULE\n \nSaturday \n2 pm | Arrival and Check-in\n Asana Practice\nBanquet and Welcome Ceremony \nGeneral Schedule \n\n8:30 am Light Breakfast\n10:00-12:30 pm Asana\n1 pm Lunch\nFree Time\n5-6:15 pm Asana\n6:30 pm Dinner\nTwo evenings will include philosophy discussion an d special activities\n\nThe actual schedule varies per day.  We will usua lly have two yoga-related activities together each day\, whether it be pra nayama\, asana or group discussion. \nThe morning classes will be asana cl asses geared toward all levels. \nThe afternoon classes will be geared tow ard your specific interests and include restorative asana. We can focus on typical conditions we all face such as back pain\, and issues in the neck and shoulders. These two afternoon sessions will help retreat participant s and serve as teacher education for those who teach. \nWe will have after noons free for activities on your own. Baja Serenity is located inside of a UNESCO world heritage site and biosphere reserve.  There is an incredib le abundance of wildlife to enjoy. Hiking islands\, snorkeling in the cora l reefs and seeing whales can be part of the trip. \n  \n \n\n\n  \n\n\n   \nWHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?\nThis program is especially aimed at adventu rous people with an interest in personal growth\, self-inquiry and conscio us connection with oneself and fellow travelers. \nA retreat is a quiet pl ace that you go to in order to withdraw from the regular routine of daily life and rest in a private place.  So you should feel comfortable keeping your phone away (for the most part). \nThis program is for people who hav e at least 2 years experience studying Iyengar Yoga consistently. \nYou ca n expect that the retreat will be physically demanding and deeply transfor mative. \nWe have a “non-yoga participant” rate if you plan to attend with a partner or friend. \n\n\nI AM INTERESTED!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nGETTING THERE\n\n\n  \nLos Cabos is the most convenient in terms of options. Man y airlines fly into Los Cabos (Cabos San Lucas). It’s a 2 hr drive to Ba ja Serenity. \nOur local participants tend to choose Southwest\, Alaska Ai r or Volaris as they offer flights from Oakland and San Francisco to Los C abos. \nOnce you arrive\, travel from the airport is straightforward.  We will arrange group transportation.  Or\, if you are staying longer or co ming early\, you can rent a car. \nIf you do want to rent a car\, we can a ssist with options prior to your arrival. This option will give you more f reedom to drive around and explore the surroundings. Baja Serenity recomme nds BBB Car Rental in Los Cabos. \nWhen considering your travel arrangemen ts\, we start on Saturday @ 2 pm and end on Friday @ 11 am. \n  \n  \nLE T’S GO!\n\n \n\nYOUR INSTRUCTOR & GROUP LEADER\n \n\nHeather Haxo Philli ps (she/her) is Director of Adeline Yoga and a senior certified Iyengar y oga instructor at Level 3. \nHer additional certifications include: Certif ied Yoga Therapist (c-IAYT)\, Relax and Renew restorative yoga teacher and Yoga Alliance E-500 level instructor. She has specialized yoga therapy tr aining which includes scoliosis\, musculoskeletal injuries and pain manage ment.  One of her asana-related specialties is women’s health. \nHeathe r has a deep commitment to the ancient teachings which includes mantra sad hana (chanting) and Sanskrit\, pranayama and yoga philosophy.  You can ex pect to find aspects of this in all of Heather’s classes. \nHeather deep ens her own practice by studying regularly with other senior Iyengar teach ers\, Sanskrit and Vedic scholars\, and the Iyengar family in Pune. \nHeat her is a long time mentor and assessor.  She currently serves on several IYNAUS committees including the Assessment Committee. She is past Presiden t of the Board of Directors for the Iyengar Yoga Association of Northern C alifornia and an active volunteer for the Iyengar Yoga National Associatio n of the United States. \nHeather has traveled widely throughout the world \, especially places off the beaten path.  She is known for her well-orga nized events and retreats. \n\n\n \nCancellation Policy\nWhen we receive y our deposit\, we reserve your room.  Your $500 deposit is not refundable.   Cancellations received before November 15 will get a full refund minus the $500 deposit. No refunds will be given for cancellations after Novembe r 15. \nStill on the fence?\nHere is what Danielle shared about her experi ence:  “A retreat with Heather is an amazing opportunity to cultivate f ocus and discipline in one’s yoga practice and daily routine. From delic ious food to beautiful views of nature\, you have everything you need to b e deeply present and open-hearted. The setting is natural and the retreat program is comprehensive and deeply supportive to the mind\, body and spir it. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to fortify their yoga practice or explore intentions for developing new health habits .” \nI AM INTERESTED!\n\n \n\nStill have more questions?\nLearn more by emailing heather@adelineyoga.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T183223Z URL:https://adelineyoga.com/event/serenity/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Adeline Yoga Studio X-SOURCE-URL:https://adelineyoga.com/schedule END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR