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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Join us for an immersive, multi-discipline retreat exploring how the spine, the Five Elements, and vibrational frequency guide growth, healing, and self-realization.  Register for the 8 day August retreat today.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Awakening the Spine, Spirit &amp; Senses through Movement, Art &amp; Energy Medicine</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>August 16–22, 2026 | 8 Transformational Days | Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia</strong></p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Join us for an immersive, multi-disciplinary retreat exploring how the spine, the Five Elements, and vibrational frequency guide growth, healing, and self-realization.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This experience brings together energy facilitators, artists, sound healers, movement educators, and seekers in a layered journey of embodied learning.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Each day integrates:</p>



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<li>Touch for Health Five Element Theory</li>



<li>The Spiritual Essence of the Spine</li>



<li>BioEnergetic Wellness Daily Formula</li>



<li>Tai Chi &amp; Foundational Movement</li>



<li>Dance &amp; Creative Embodiment</li>



<li>Therapeutic Touch (TT) for Families</li>



<li>Intuitive Art &amp; Sound Exploration</li>



<li>Nature-based awareness and resonance</li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Participants deepen their energy awareness, nervous system regulation, embodied intelligence, and practical self-care skills — tools that continue long after the retreat ends.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><em>For those who may not be able to register for the whole week, send an email to info@greenwellcenter.com and we can work out a daily, or multi-day plan and price.</em></strong></p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f30a.png" alt="🌊" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> DAY 1 — Opening to Creative Flow</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sunday, August 16 | Water Element – Opening the Channels</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Theme:</strong> Intuition • Emotional Flow • Sensing the Energy Field</p>



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<li>Welcome Circle &amp; Orientation</li>



<li>Intuitive Painting with Marian Egan</li>



<li>Touch for Health Primer: Five Elements &amp; the Energetics of the Spine</li>



<li>Evening Sound Bath Immersion with the Retreat Music Team</li>



<li>Free Time at Mabou Farmers Market</li>



<li>Evening Reflection &amp; Journaling with Tanya Levy</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f525.png" alt="🔥" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> DAY 2 — The Spine as Resonance</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Monday, August 17 | Water &amp; Fire Elements</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Theme:</strong> Frequency • Vitality • Central Channel Activation</p>



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<li>Morning Tai Chi (Hillsborough Hall)</li>



<li>Workshop: Spine Resonance Part 1 (Water + Fire) with Dr. Michelle
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<li>Vibrational anatomy</li>



<li>Emotional release &amp; intuitive intelligence</li>
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</li>



<li>Special Teaching: Dynamic Reset Model with Denise Cambiotti</li>



<li>Dance &amp; Tai Chi Fusion Integration</li>



<li>Beach Dinner at West Mabou Beach</li>



<li>Brook Village Adult Dance</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f32c.png" alt="🌬" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> DAY 3 — Elemental Expression &amp; Creative Integration</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tuesday, August 18 | Metal &amp; Wood Elements</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Theme:</strong> Breath • Courage • Growth</p>



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<li>Creative Exploration at Doug Fraser’s Art Studio</li>



<li>Lunch at The Annex</li>



<li>Inverness Beach Walk &amp; Sea Glass Reflection</li>



<li>Workshop: Spine Resonance Part 2 (Metal + Wood)
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<li>Breath &amp; letting go</li>



<li>Growth, boundaries &amp; circulation</li>
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</li>



<li>Evening Painting Integration Session</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f30e.png" alt="🌎" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> DAY 4 — Deepening Earth, Water &amp; Fire</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday, August 19 | Earth / Water / Fire</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Theme:</strong> Belonging • Grounding • Nourishment</p>



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<li>Morning Tai Chi (Inverness)</li>



<li>Lunch at The Red Shoe Pub</li>



<li>Workshop: Spine Resonance Part 3
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<li>Stabilizing intention</li>



<li>Releasing patterns through elemental awareness</li>
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</li>



<li>Beach Integration Time</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f33f.png" alt="🌿" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> DAY 5 — Trauma Unwinding &amp; Gentle Release</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thursday, August 20 | Earth &amp; Metal</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Theme:</strong> Safety • Self-Soothing • Reconnection</p>



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<li>Morning Tai Chi (Creignish Hall)</li>



<li>Lunch at Judique Music Interpretive Centre</li>



<li>Workshop: Unwinding Trauma
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<li>Gentle somatic awareness</li>



<li>Breath, sound &amp; subtle movement</li>
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</li>



<li>Introduction to Therapeutic Touch (TT) for Families</li>



<li>Dinner at Charlene’s, Whycocomagh</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f3d4.png" alt="🏔" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> DAY 6 — Highlands Resonance: Nature as Teacher</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Friday, August 21 | All Five Elements</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Theme:</strong> Awe • Expansion • Full-System Harmony</p>



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<li>Cabot Trail Day Trip</li>



<li>Tai Chi in the Highlands</li>



<li>Spontaneous Music &amp; Energy Exploration</li>



<li>Optional Whale Watching (Pleasant Bay)</li>



<li>Dinner &amp; Celebration at The Doryman</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f3b6.png" alt="🎶" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> DAY 7 — The Sound &amp; Movement of Release</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Saturday, August 22 | Fire &amp; Water</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Theme:</strong> Emotional Unwinding • Rhythm • Joy</p>



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<li>Sound &amp; Movement for Trauma Release</li>



<li>Beach Integration Time</li>



<li>West Mabou Square Dance</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f315.png" alt="🌕" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> DAY 8 — Closing Integration &amp; Celebration</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sunday, August 23 | Earth Element</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Theme:</strong> Harvest • Stabilization • Community**</p>



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<li>Mabou Market Visit</li>



<li>Group Sharing Circle</li>



<li>Sound Bath &amp; Five Element Alignment</li>



<li>Farewell Ceremony</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f31f.png" alt="🌟" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> What Makes This Retreat Unique</h1>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Deep Self-Care &amp; Nervous System Support</h2>



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<li>Regulation tools through movement, breath, and sound</li>



<li>Energetic literacy for daily life</li>



<li>Practical techniques you can use immediately</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Integrated, Cross-Disciplinary Learning</h2>



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<li>Five Element Theory in action</li>



<li>BioEnergetic Wellness Formula</li>



<li>The Spiritual Essence of the Spine</li>



<li>Therapeutic Touch foundations</li>



<li>Intuitive art and musical development</li>



<li>Movement as medicine</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Community &amp; Cultural Immersion</h2>



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<li>Collaboration with local artists and musicians</li>



<li>Beach gatherings, shared meals, and community dances</li>



<li>Cape Breton’s landscape as living classroom</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f33f.png" alt="🌿" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> A Living Classroom</h1>



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<li>Land as teacher</li>



<li>Movement as message</li>



<li>Sound as medicine</li>



<li>Creativity as catalyst</li>



<li>Energy awareness as lifelong skill</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Facilitators</h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Anne-Marie Boudreau</strong>, ARCT, Concert Pianist, Sound Therapist, improv and intuitive vocalist, Reiki <br><strong>Colin MacLeod</strong>, intuitive musician, Grade 8 Violin Distinction, TFH, Sound Therapy, recording artist<br><strong>Donna Hutchison</strong>, harpist, intuitive musician for  Symphony of Radiance, recording artist<br><strong>Brenda Cox</strong>, MEd deaf and audiology, music therapy, intuitive musicianship, recording artist<br><strong>Marian Egan</strong>, TFH Instructor, intuitive artist, certified Kinesiologist, Fitness Instructor w Limerick University <br><strong>Tanya Levy</strong>, MSW, TT, TFH, artist, writer<br><strong>Denise Cambiotti</strong>, HCD BioEW, TFH, Muscle Tuners International<br><strong>Dr. Michelle Greenwell</strong>, CIH BioEW, MSc CAM, BA Psych, TFH Instructor, TT, Tai Chi, dance, author,<br><strong>Natascha Polomski</strong>, MSc CIH BioEW, TT, TFH, Sound Immersion, author<br><strong>Evelyn Mulders</strong>, HCD BioEW, Kinesiology College of Canada, Sound Essences</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">(TT &#8211; Therapeutic Touch, TFH &#8211; Touch for Health, HCD &#8211; Honorary Causa Degree, BioEW &#8211; BioEnergetic Wellness, CIH &#8211; Complementary and Integrative Health, CAM &#8211; Complementary and Alternative Medicine)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Please check out the blogposts introducing our beautiful faculty, so far&#8230;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="Musicians: Colin MacLeod, Donna Hutchison and Brenda Cox" title="Musicians: Colin MacLeod, Donna Hutchison and Brenda Cox">Musicians: Colin MacLeod, Donna Hutchison and Bren<strong>da Cox</strong></a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/precision-power-practicality/" title="Denise Cambiotti">Denise Cambiotti</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/welcoming-marian-egan-to-the-cape-breton-island-energy-arts-immersion-retreat/" title="Marian Egan">Marian Egan</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As well as our Podcast episodes &#8211; <a href="https://bewellwithmichellegreenwell.buzzsprout.com" title="Audio">Audio</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@michellegreenwell/podcasts" title="Video">Video</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Accommodations have been kindly reserved for you at the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577577736408" title="Glendyer Bed and Breakfast">Glendyer Bed and Breakfast</a> &#8211; an exquisite historic site with a running stream, labyrinth walkway, and special hosts to make your stay in the area so loving.  The rooms will be held only until the end of March for the August booking because our community is very busy in the summer.  Please don&#8217;t delay in booking your accommodations and saving your special spot here. </p>



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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Greenwell]]></dc:creator>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking for a new way to consider how your life can be filled with wellness habits that are easy and a part of your day?  This special retreat will offer some of the easy and profound techniques that have been used by thousands in the bioenergetic wellness industry.  Won't you join us and change your energy and vitality for ease and flow?</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/announcing-the-cape-breton-island-energy-arts-immersion-retreat/">Announcing the Cape Breton Island Energy & Arts Immersion Retreat</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></description>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are moments when learning, land, and community come together in a way that feels both intentional and inevitable. The <strong>Cape Breton Island Energy &amp; Arts Immersion Retreat</strong>, taking place in the <strong>third week of August 2026</strong>, is one of those moments.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This retreat was born from years of collaborative teaching, movement practice, energy exploration, and a deep love of Cape Breton Island — its music, its people, and its natural rhythms. It is an invitation to step out of daily demands and into a living, breathing classroom where <strong>movement, sound, art, and energy medicine</strong> guide us back to ourselves.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Retreat Rooted in Embodied Wisdom</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">At the heart of this retreat is a simple but profound idea:<br><strong>true learning happens when knowledge is embodied.</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Throughout the week, participants will explore layered practices that weave together:</p>



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<li><a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/touch-for-health/" title="Touch for Health Five Element Theory">Touch for Health Five Element Theory</a></li>



<li>The <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/product-category/cards/" title="Spiritual Essence of the Spine">Spiritual Essence of the Spine</a></li>



<li><a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/tai-chi-home/" title="Tai Chi">Tai Chi</a> and gentle movement</li>



<li>Dance and rhythmic expression</li>



<li>Sound healing and frequency awareness</li>



<li>Intuitive painting</li>



<li><a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/building-resiliency/" title="Trauma-informed">Trauma-informed</a> somatic practices</li>



<li>Nature-based integration and community connection</li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Rather than teaching these as separate disciplines, the retreat allows them to <strong>interact, inform, and deepen one another</strong>, creating a rich environment for personal insight, skill development, and restoration.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Spine as a Gateway to Awareness</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A central theme of the retreat is <strong>Spine Resonance</strong> — understanding the spine not only as a structural support, but as a <strong>vibrational and energetic axis</strong> connecting body, mind, and spirit.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Through movement, sound, awareness, and creative expression, participants will explore how the Five Elements live within the spine and influence vitality, emotional regulation, intuition, and resilience. These concepts are drawn from Touch for Health, BioEnergetic Wellness, and years of interdisciplinary teaching, offered in a way that is <strong>accessible, experiential, and practical</strong>.  You can learn more <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/dr-michelle-greenwell/" title="in the &quot;About&quot; section ">in the &#8220;About&#8221; section </a>for Dr Michelle Greenwell. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Creativity as Medicine</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Art, music, and movement are not added extras — they are essential teachers.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Participants will engage in <strong>intuitive painting</strong>, sound baths, dance, and spontaneous music experiences as pathways for insight and integration. These creative practices help bypass the thinking mind, allowing learning to land in the body and nervous system.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whether you identify as an artist or not, creativity becomes a tool for listening, processing, and expression.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trauma-Informed, Gentle, and Inclusive</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This retreat is designed with <strong>safety, choice, and nervous system regulation</strong> at its core.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Trauma-informed movement and sound sessions focus on gentle unwinding rather than force, honoring the body’s innate intelligence and pacing. An introductory exploration of <strong><a href="https://www.atlanticttn.com" title="Therapeutic Touch (TT)">Therapeutic Touch (TT)</a></strong> will also be offered, including simple practices that can be used for personal self-care and within families.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">No prior experience is required. All practices are adaptable and invitational.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Learning Through Land and Community</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Cape Breton Island is not just the setting — it is part of the teaching.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">From Tai Chi in community halls and art studios, to beach walks, farmers’ markets, shared meals, music, and dance, the retreat unfolds across <strong>Mabou, Inverness, Creignish, Judique, and the Cabot Trail</strong>. These experiences ground learning in place, culture, and relationship.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Community becomes both container and catalyst.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Who This Retreat Is For</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This retreat welcomes:</p>



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<li>Wellness practitioners and facilitators</li>



<li>Movement teachers, energy workers, and body-based therapists</li>



<li>Artists and creatives seeking renewal and inspiration</li>



<li>Individuals navigating transition, stress, or burnout</li>



<li>Curious seekers drawn to holistic, embodied self-care</li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The group will be intentionally sized to support connection, reflection, and meaningful exchange.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">An Invitation</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This is a retreat for those who value <strong>depth over speed</strong>, <strong>experience over explanation</strong>, and <strong>connection over isolation</strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You will leave with:</p>



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<li>Practical tools you can use in daily life and professional practice</li>



<li>A deeper understanding of your own energy and body</li>



<li>Renewed creativity and vitality</li>



<li>A sense of belonging that extends beyond the retreat itself</li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Registration details, accommodation information, and the full retreat outline are now available in the shop.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2728.png" alt="✨" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <strong>Spaces are limited, and early registration is encouraged.</strong></p>



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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Greenwell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Have you felt inspired by your music?  Perhaps you have even felt lifted and transformed.  What if you could capture this kind of experience for every time you play or sing, or for others to heal and be lifted as well.  Intuitive musicians are a gift in our daily grind, and they are an inspiration for all of us to be more.  Ready to learn how?</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/%f0%9f%8e%b6-intuitive-musician-training-program/">🎶 Intuitive Musician Training Program</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f3b6.png" alt="🎶" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />Unlock your intuitive potential and explore the future of music, movement, and NeuroArts.</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Musicians are invited to join a groundbreaking program designed to help you develop the ability to <strong>play intuitively</strong>, responding in the moment to the energy, presence, and movement of others. This unique journey combines <strong>music, movement, special protocols for building resiliency and vitality, and whole-person awareness.&nbsp; </strong>This approach will also provide the space to open the door to new creative collaborations and engage the innate healing potential in both the musician and the recipient.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Discovering the Experience</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f331.png" alt="🌱" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></strong><strong> Music and Movement in the Spring of 2025</strong></p>



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<li>This series has been recorded and will provide for personal space and time to experience the process of the program. </li>



<li>The Center of Focus: <strong>Building Resiliency Protocols</strong> using NeuroArts.</li>



<li>Explore how the body, mind, and energy systems support your capacity to connect with intuitive inspiration.</li>



<li>Learn practical tools to build awareness and expand your personal and musical flexibility.</li>



<li>Continued access to recordings and structured resources to revisit as you deepen your practice.</li>



<li><em>This <strong>award-winning program</strong> has been shared at a Global Unwinding Trauma Conference in Tenerife, Spain, as well as at the 50th Anniversary Touch for Health Conference in San Diego, CA, USA, and the Marathon Jam special event for Music and Movement in North Carolina, as well as online webinars and classes</em>, including presentations with CanBeWell &#8211; The Canadian Association of BioEnergetic Wellness.</li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f342.png" alt="🍂" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></strong><strong> Music and Movement in the Fall of 2025</strong></p>



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<li>This new session runs for <strong>12 weeks beginning September 9 at Noon Atlantic, 8 am Pacific, and 4 pm in the UK.</strong></li>



<li>Through the <strong>biofield</strong> and the spiritual essence of the <strong>spine,</strong> you will gain knowledge about the <strong>nervous system, organ systems, muscles, meridians, and elements from the Five Element Theory from Chinese Medicine.</strong></li>



<li>Collaborate with <strong>Colin MacLeod</strong>, whose <strong>improvisational soundscapes</strong> are inspired by participants each week, as well as the weekly themes for discovery.</li>



<li><strong>Movement and awareness applications</strong> are offered by <strong>Dr Michelle Greenwell, PhD CIH BioEW</strong>, to help build knowledge about frequency, colour, sound, and movement.  She will be sharing her <strong>Five Element Tai Chi Patterns</strong>, including the very popular <strong>Kundalini Rising</strong> sequence.</li>



<li><strong>No experience necessary</strong>—this is a co-creative exploration of how sound and movement expand human potential.</li>



<li><em>This new program is an extension of the research done by Dr Greenwell for her dissertation and master&#8217;s thesis work, and now includes a full neuroarts component, moving beyond her research on sound, frequency, the spine, muscles, meridians, elements, and emotions.</em></li>



<li><em>Colin MacLeod&#8217;s training in classical music, playing by ear, Touch for Health (R) and sound therapy provide a wide range of skills to bring to the musician and explore their area of interest.</em></li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f3b5.png" alt="🎵" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></strong><strong> Special Office Hours for Musicians</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Understanding that musicians will be gaining personal experience with the Movement and Music classes, the office hours will be a chance to expand on the theories used, creativity, and exploration.  We look forward to discussions and collaborations to explore what the musician is experiencing through the ideas created in the program. </p>



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<li><strong>Mondays at 8 pm Eastern | 1 hour weekly</strong></li>



<li>Dedicated time to:
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<li>Lay the groundwork for adding <strong>intuitive playing and bioenergetic protocols</strong> to your skill set.</li>



<li>Explore the role of <strong>NeuroArts</strong> in creativity and healing.</li>



<li>Develop your <strong>intuitive skills</strong> and collaborate with other musicians on new frontiers of music and wellness.</li>
</ul>
</li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4da.png" alt="📚" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></strong><strong> What You Receive</strong></p>



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<li>Over <strong>36 hours of movement, music, protocols, and experiences to gain skill in listening to the body and providing musical inspiration.</strong></li>



<li>Theory, background, and application for integrating intuitive music into practice and performance</li>



<li>Recordings for personal review and deeper learning</li>



<li>A supportive community of musicians, artists, writers, and movers</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f30d.png" alt="🌍" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></strong><strong> Future Opportunities</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This program will expand in <strong>January 2026</strong>, leading to greater collaborative explorations and culminating in <strong>two retreat opportunities</strong>:</p>



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<li><strong>May 2026 – Virginia, USA</strong></li>



<li><strong>August 2026 – Cape Breton Island, Canada</strong></li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4ab.png" alt="💫" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> This is more than training—it’s a journey into the future of music, healing, and human connection.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The cost is <strong>$597 plus tax for two &#8211; 12 hour courses, recordings, documentation, and 12 hours of office hour explorations and collaborations.</strong> And a <strong>special reduced rate</strong> for the next week for those registering early &#8211; <strong>$497 plus tax</strong>.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>This is a Pilot program, and your involvement at the ground level will bring new insights and growth to the program as we work towards the retreat opportunities.</em></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em><strong>Within this program are the inspirations of Therapeutic Touch (R), Touch for Health (R), Brain Gym (R), NeuroReflex integration, Tai Chi, dance, playing by ear, playing through music, sound therapy, and Complimentary and Integrative Health research.  With over 40 years of experience each in the performing arts, our facilitators have a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share as they inspire your intuition, creativity, and desire to gain more from your musical explorations. </strong></em></p>



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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Greenwell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 02:45:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Winter fun is just around the corner in your neighbourhood.  Dust off your dancing shoes and come join us.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/square-dance/">Square Dance</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Join with the neighbours at the Hillsborough-Glendyer Hall.  It promises to be a great evening of dance, learning, great music, and time with the community.</p>



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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Greenwell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>We are very powerful beings who can engage the healing process.  How do you live with vitality daily?</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/celebrate-the-pyramid-of-health-in-2025/">Celebrate the Pyramid of Health in 2025</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Finding Balance with the Pyramid of Health: Celebrating International Mind-Body Awareness Day</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">January 3rd marks International Mind-Body Awareness Day, an opportunity to reflect on the interconnectedness of our mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. While many of us are familiar with the Triangle of Health—body, mind, and spirit—pioneered by Dr. John Thie, it is essential to recognize the broader framework he later developed: the Pyramid of Health. This expanded model provides a deeper understanding of the many factors influencing our overall well-being and offers a holistic roadmap to achieving balance.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Pyramid of Health</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Dr. Thie’s Pyramid of Health builds on the Triangle of Health by integrating 12 interconnected factors. These factors are categorized into layers:</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Inside the Skin</strong></h4>



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<li><strong>Structural:</strong> The physical body’s integrity and posture.</li>



<li><strong>Chemical:</strong> Nutritional balance, hydration, and internal biochemical processes.</li>



<li><strong>Intellectual:</strong> Both subconscious and conscious thought processes.</li>



<li><strong>Emotional:</strong> The ability to experience, process, and express emotions effectively.</li>
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<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Outside the Skin</strong></h4>



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<li><strong>History:</strong> Our personal story, ancestral heritage, and the cultural and political narratives that shape us.</li>



<li><strong>Context:</strong> Current events and societal circumstances that influence our lives.</li>



<li><strong>Environment:</strong> The spaces we inhabit and the natural world surrounding us.</li>



<li><strong>The Future:</strong> Our aspirations, dreams, and plans for what lies ahead.</li>
</ol>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The Foundation of the Pyramid</strong></h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">At the base of the Pyramid of Health lies the core of our being: our beliefs and spirituality. Dr. Thie emphasized four key elements:</p>



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<li><strong>Truth:</strong> The necessity of honesty and authenticity for a healthy life.</li>



<li><strong>Faith:</strong> Unwavering belief in something greater than ourselves.</li>



<li><strong>Hope:</strong> The optimism that what we desire can become reality.</li>



<li><strong>Love:</strong> A limitless force that enhances our lives and connections</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Shift in Perspective</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">When faced with illness or imbalance, many individuals focus narrowly on physical aspects such as diet or exercise. While these are important, they represent just two of the 12 factors in the Pyramid of Health. A more comprehensive approach considers all layers, recognizing that wellness is influenced by our inner state, external environment, history, and future aspirations.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">By embracing this broader perspective, we can release feelings of guilt or inadequacy about specific choices and instead cultivate a balanced, compassionate approach to self-care.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Practical Steps to Embrace the Pyramid of Health</strong></h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">This International Mind-Body Awareness Day, explore ways to nurture all 12 factors. Here are some suggestions:</h3>



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<li><strong>Structural Care:</strong> Practice meditation in movement through Tai Chi or dance to enhance open and relax the body for increased physical alignment and energy flow.</li>



<li><strong>Emotional Balance:</strong> Movement, music, community, and connection are important for balancing emotions.  A monkey-mind, or repetitive thoughts can be calmed with movement based activities.  When journaling it is important to journal about the future to move forward with emotions. Meditation can be enhanced by adding a moving meditation to your practice.</li>



<li><strong>Intellectual Growth:</strong> Connection with others can provide a way for new insights and experiences to unfold.  Be open to change, to collaborate and explore.</li>



<li><strong>Environmental Well-being:</strong> Nature can provide an instant change to stress, providing a way for the body to relax and the emotions to calm.  Living in connection with nature is simple and easy with a result of harmonious systems within the body and mind.</li>



<li><strong>Spiritual Foundation:</strong> Connect with your core beliefs through practices like Qi YINtegration or Tea with Intention, and realize the full power of you to bring life to your relationships and interactions.</li>
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<figure class="aligncenter size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="240" height="300" src="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tea-with-Intention-Book-Award-240x300.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-4937" srcset="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tea-with-Intention-Book-Award-240x300.jpg 240w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tea-with-Intention-Book-Award-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tea-with-Intention-Book-Award-768x960.jpg 768w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tea-with-Intention-Book-Award-1024x1280.jpg 1024w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tea-with-Intention-Book-Award-864x1080.jpg 864w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tea-with-Intention-Book-Award-600x750.jpg 600w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tea-with-Intention-Book-Award.jpg 1080w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /></figure>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Join Us in the Journey</strong></h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">To help you explore and integrate these principles, the Greenwell Center offers <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/product-category/events/" title="classes and workshops">classes and workshops</a> such as in-person Tai Chi, and online Movement Made Easy, on-demand, the award-winning Qi YINtegration, as well as the Tea with Intention for Self-Care, and dance-based programs. These sessions are designed to support you in understanding and balancing the Pyramid of Health.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="240" height="300" src="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Qi-YIN-with-Awards-240x300.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-4938" srcset="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Qi-YIN-with-Awards-240x300.jpg 240w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Qi-YIN-with-Awards-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Qi-YIN-with-Awards-768x960.jpg 768w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Qi-YIN-with-Awards-1024x1280.jpg 1024w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Qi-YIN-with-Awards-864x1080.jpg 864w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Qi-YIN-with-Awards-600x750.jpg 600w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Qi-YIN-with-Awards.jpg 1080w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /></figure>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For those in West Kelowna, BC. The in-person <a href="https://winecountrytaichi.ca" title="Wine Country Tai Chi Society">Wine Country Tai Chi Society</a> classes throughout the week can enhance your mind-body connection with a regular weekly practice.  They also hold three special workshop weekends a year to enhance expertise and skill.  </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">One on One Sessions</h2>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="300" src="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AME-Dreamwork-300x300.jpg" alt="Teamwork Makes the Dreamwork quote with photos of three women for the AME for Greatness Project" class="wp-image-4936" srcset="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AME-Dreamwork-300x300.jpg 300w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AME-Dreamwork-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AME-Dreamwork-150x150.jpg 150w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AME-Dreamwork-768x768.jpg 768w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AME-Dreamwork-600x600.jpg 600w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AME-Dreamwork-100x100.jpg 100w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AME-Dreamwork.jpg 1080w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></figure>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Our award-winning program offers 9 sessions that address and balance the Pyramid of Health, while also having a group connection for support and inspiration.  You can read more about these <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/a-m-e-for-greatness/" title="programs here">programs here</a>. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Choose Your Wellness Plan</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This International Mind-Body Awareness Day, let’s commit to honoring the fullness of our well-being—inside and out. Through purposeful practices and an integrated understanding, we can achieve the balance and resilience needed for a vibrant, fulfilling life.</p><p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/celebrate-the-pyramid-of-health-in-2025/">Celebrate the Pyramid of Health in 2025</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Opening the Resistance to Change</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Greenwell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 30 Nov 2024 18:37:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Have you been resistant to change?  What might be your reason for not letting go to grow?</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/opening-the-resistance-to-change/">Opening the Resistance to Change</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For years, we&#8217;ve heard that building a new habit takes time and repetition. But have you ever noticed how easily habits form when you&#8217;re excited or motivated to grow? What&#8217;s the secret? It all comes down to <strong>attitude</strong> and a <strong>willingness to be pliable.</strong></p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In this episode, we&#8217;re joined by <strong>Mariah-Jane Thies, the Radiant Dance Teacher,</strong> whose innovative approach to teaching blends traditional dance education with modern insights from <strong>Brain Gym, Touch for Health, reflex integration, and brain connection theories.</strong> Her work is transforming how we think about learning—whether in the studio or everyday life—bringing flow and ease to movement and habits.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1392208/episodes/16197374-opening-the-resistance-to-change.mp3?download=true" title="Podcast Version">Podcast Version</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GBKCer3Nei_Y3WdHFo_7FRRJWZEULebp/view?usp=sharing" title="Sound Clip">Sound Clip</a></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Award Winner for Innovation</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Mariah-Jane Thies won the Innovation in Dance Award in 2024 from the Royal Academy of Dance.  She was recognized in particular for bringing the concept of the need for Brain Development and Brain Integration in the training of dancers for both learning and performance.  She is also a content creator for the new dance platform, the Library Aesthetic Dance Media and has presented worldwide at the biggest dance teacher conferences including: IADMS, NDEO, BMC and Healthy Dancer Canada.  <strong> </strong>Her knowledge of learning extends beyond the dancer, the educator, and dance schools, as many of her concepts are applicable to business, program development, and parents too. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tea for Change</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And to set the mood for our conversation, we’re featuring the delightful <strong>Golden SereniTEA</strong> from the <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/harmony-blends/" title="Harmony Blends collection">Harmony Blends collection</a> by Cape Breton Tea Company. This invigorating blend of <strong>ginger, lemon, and turmeric</strong> not only warms your spirit but also supports digestion, boosts immunity, and reduces inflammation—perfect for enhancing clarity and energy as you reflect on creating new habits.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="225" height="300" src="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Golden-SereniTEA2-225x300.jpg" alt="Tea bag, snifter glass with tea and a spoon figurine playing a fiddle." class="wp-image-4888" srcset="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Golden-SereniTEA2-225x300.jpg 225w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Golden-SereniTEA2-600x801.jpg 600w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Golden-SereniTEA2.jpg 651w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /></figure>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Paired with the <strong>Harmony Coasters</strong>, this tea adds a touch of mindfulness to your day. Sip, savor, and embrace a moment of serenity as you listen to this enriching episode.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="300" src="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/F-A-Connector1-300x300.jpg" alt="blue circle and swirly graphic" class="wp-image-4889" srcset="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/F-A-Connector1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/F-A-Connector1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/F-A-Connector1-600x600.jpg 600w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/F-A-Connector1-100x100.jpg 100w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/F-A-Connector1.jpg 640w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></figure>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This conversation is filled with ideas for everyone, whether you&#8217;re a teacher, dancer, or simply someone looking to embrace change and live with more ease. Mariah-Jane&#8217;s insights provide a fresh perspective on introducing new concepts, overcoming resistance, and making life more radiant.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, grab your <strong>Golden SereniTEA</strong>, settle in, and let this episode inspire you to rethink how you approach habits, health, and learning.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Harmony Coasters Foster Change</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">What are Harmony Coasters?  They are 11 infused images prioritizing your transformation through a challenge.  You can choose a coaster and enjoy putting it under your glass of water or cup of tea, engaging with the art and the intentions on the back.  Or, you can consider the challenge you are approaching, and begin with the first coaster, and add your beverage on top.  Reflection, journaling, activities to move you out of this phase of your challenge will move you towards your next coaster and the next step.  These coasters include connecting with guides, mentors, or supporters, as well as integrating the possibility of change.  You can <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/product/harmony-coasters/" title="learn more here">learn more here</a>. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Resistance in Tai Chi Training</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the greatest challenges that people find with their Tai Chi practice is that they dive in eager to do it all, make it big, and use the tai chi movements like an exercise.  The idea of &#8220;less is more&#8221; is very hard to idealize.  Also, the awareness of subtle changes that happen instantly are hard to imagine.  As Mariah-Jane shares her understanding of the body, these ideas and learning tools support finding the true value in the Tai Chi movements.  Tai Chi is about finding your Qi, cultivating it for daily vitality, and improve the opportunity for longevity.  Resistance slows down this process, and the resistance to change ideas or ways of doing things diminishes the Qi.  </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This is also true for dance.  We were taught to work hard and train for perfection, the ideation that we were already perfect and ready for learning was not considered.  As you look at your ideas of change, the resistance you bring to your day or your thoughts, and how new habits may be slowly happening for you, consider how this could be simply different by letting go. Your dance in the kitchen will change, and your ability to find integrative movement and thoughts will blossom. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Stay tuned for Part 2 of our conversation being released later this month!</p><p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/opening-the-resistance-to-change/">Opening the Resistance to Change</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
		
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		<title>Traditional Square Dance Sets</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Greenwell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:39:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Interested in learning more about Cape Breton Square Sets?  Join us this Saturday as we start our first set of figures for the Inverness South Set.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/traditional-square-dance-sets/">Traditional Square Dance Sets</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Have you enjoyed doing the West Mabou Set or the Inverness Set at a local Cape Breton dance?  Did you know that the sets were originally done as a four couple set?</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="819" height="1024" src="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Four-on-the-Floor-819x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-4780" srcset="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Four-on-the-Floor-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Four-on-the-Floor-240x300.jpg 240w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Four-on-the-Floor-768x960.jpg 768w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Four-on-the-Floor-1024x1280.jpg 1024w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Four-on-the-Floor-864x1080.jpg 864w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Four-on-the-Floor-600x750.jpg 600w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Four-on-the-Floor.jpg 1080w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Join us for fun this weekend as we test the waters with a new idea for the community.  We will be offering instruction for the square sets and exploring some of the islands best patterns.  This weekend we will be reviewing the nuances of the Inverness South Square Set, as well as the foot patterns for the jigs and reels.  </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Please bring a water bottle and your dancing shoes and join us at the Hillsborough-Glendyre Hall.  Class starts at 7 pm. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are looking for stepdance classes, Michelle is currently offering online sessions on Monday afternoons. You can <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/product/cape-breton-stepdance/" title="register here">register here</a>, for the next class coming up.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p><p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/traditional-square-dance-sets/">Traditional Square Dance Sets</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Dance Alchemy for the Soul</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Greenwell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 21:23:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell podcast is the place where transformation occurs.  Kristen Mangione brings her dance alchemy to life with an experiential exercise, while together they discuss the power of movement to heal the body, mind, and spirit. Join us!</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/dance-alchemy-for-the-soul/">Dance Alchemy for the Soul</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Are you ready to find the gold in your body&#8217;s wisdom? Join Kristen Mangione and Dr. Greenwell as they discuss the power of movement to heal the body.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="225" height="300" src="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Beach-May-18-225x300.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-3258" srcset="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Beach-May-18-225x300.jpg 225w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Beach-May-18-600x801.jpg 600w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Beach-May-18.jpg 651w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Get to Know Kristen Mangione</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Kristen Mangione, known as the Dance Alchemist, is a visionary artist who integrates professional dance, the healing arts, and metaphysical studies. With over 25 years of experience, she created Dance Alchemy for the Soul, a unique blend of her passions and mission to help people recognize their creative potential as a reflection of the Divine.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Kristen&#8217;s dance career includes performing for renowned choreographers in New York City, such as Bill T. Jones, Nancy Zendora, and Chris Ferris. She has also worked in arts administration and production for prestigious institutions like American Ballet Theatre, The Juilliard School, and Jacob&#8217;s Pillow Dance Festival. Her choreography has been showcased in major cities like New York, Chicago, and London, and she has collaborated with artists in various fields, including visual arts, ambient music, and opera.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Her dance education began early and flourished through her studies at Smith College, the Five College Dance Department, and the Laban Centre in London. She received multiple accolades during her training, including the &#8220;Most Outstanding Student&#8221; Award and recognition as a NJ Governor&#8217;s Scholar in Dance.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Kristen&#8217;s expertise extends beyond dance to the healing arts and self-development. She has taught Eastern philosophy, Chinese medicine, and movement mechanics at the internationally recognized Ohashi Institute in New York City, mentored by Shiatsu Master Ohashi. As a bodywork therapist and Chinese Medicine practitioner, she has worked with over 1,000 clients. She is also a Certified Reiki Master, meditation teacher, and has trained in traditional Zen practice at Dai Bosatsu Zendo, a Rinzai Zen Buddhist monastery in New York&#8217;s Catskill Mountains.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Kristen founded ZenSpace Studios in Hoboken, NJ, offering health and wellness services for over a decade. She teaches Zena Rommett Floor-Barre<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> and Modern/Jazz Dance using the Simonson Method. She has led retreats and workshops worldwide, including presentations for the Academy of Television Arts &amp; Sciences (Emmys) and the Conference for Global Transformation. Through her work, Kristen continues to inspire and transform lives by merging creativity, healing, and spirituality.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell Podcast</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Together, Kristen and Michelle explore the power of movement to engage us in the healing process.  They explore Kristen&#8217;s training and program development, as well as provide an exercise to engage embodiment.  Michelle provides some insights into growth and vitality that evolves with time and experience, and together they bring their experiences in dance forward to help you, the listener, to consider ways in which you  may be blocked and in need of flow and acceptance.  You can watch or listen to the podcast here:</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://youtu.be/TPHmhusySCM" title="Podcast version">Podcast version</a></p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>Stay tuned for Part 2 releasing at the end of the week.  Our discussion went deeper into the power of dancing into our future, and reaching into our hearts to dance ourselves into our soul&#8217;s purpose.</em></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">To learn more about Kristen and follow her on social media, check out:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Website: <a href="https://www.kristenmangionedance.com" title="www.kristenmangionedance.com">www.kristenmangionedance.com</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedancealchemist/" title="@thedancealchemist">@thedancealchemist</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DanceAlchemyfortheSoul" title="DanceAlchemyfortheSoul">DanceAlchemyfortheSoul</a></p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">To learn more about Michelle&#8217;s programs and join in with her classes, please go to the <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/" title="website mainpage.">website main page.</a></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tea on Tap for the Podcast</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It was a pleasure to highlight the HoneyBEE blend for this podcast.  With a special focus on the spiritual essence of Honeybush and Vanilla, there was an instant connection to community and building resiliency in the discussion.  To learn more about the tea, please go to our tea resources on this <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/cape-breton-tea-company/" title="website">website</a>. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Honey-Bee-Tea-1024x576.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-3259" srcset="https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Honey-Bee-Tea-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Honey-Bee-Tea-300x169.jpg 300w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Honey-Bee-Tea-768x432.jpg 768w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Honey-Bee-Tea-600x338.jpg 600w, https://greenwellcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Honey-Bee-Tea.jpg 1280w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">HoneyBEE was created as part of a self-care program which includes a <a href="https://www.canbewell.org" title="FREE e-book">FREE e-book</a>: &#8220;BioEnergetic Essentials.&#8221; Along with the energy tools in a game format through &#8220;It&#8217;s in the Cards&#8221; found in the <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/product/its-in-the-cards/" title="shop">shop</a>, there is also the <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/product-category/cards/" title="Affirmations card deck">Affirmations card deck</a>.  The HoneyBEE tea creates the space for change and letting go to happen. It is a great blend hot or cold, and makes a beautiful lemonade or switchel. You can order your <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/product/honey-bee/" title="tea here">tea here</a>. </figcaption></figure><p>The post <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com/dance-alchemy-for-the-soul/">Dance Alchemy for the Soul</a> first appeared on <a href="https://greenwellcenter.com">Greenwell Center for Holistic Health</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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