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SUMMARY:Striking a Spiritual Balance between Self and Other with Yiscah Smith\, Thought Leader\, Spiritual Activist & Educator
DESCRIPTION:Many people perceive a strong individual as self-absorbed\, and not spiritual\, cut off from the practice of cultivating human connection. \nThis dichotomy echoes the contradiction in the Genesis Creation story. On one hand we read in Genesis 1:27\, “And God created humankind in the Divine image\, creating it in the image of God—creating male and female\,” pointing to the individuality; the human being having been created in the singular. Yet\, as was written in Genesis 2:18\, we read\, “It is not good for the human to be alone.” \nWe all share this duality — this struggle for balance — regardless of background: \n\ncultivating a spiritual sense of one’s own unique self\, while…\nconnecting an authentic\, individuated self with other humans — and by extension\, other\, nonhuman forms of life in the Creator’s world.\n\nIn this presentation\, Yiscah will invite us to appreciate that cultivating connection with others is essential to our integral health — mind\, body\, heart\, and soul. She will share practical ways to experience spirit within our selves and with others\, and how striking a balance between self and other provides a path to a life of greater harmony and well-being. \nPlease join us. Bring your questions\, and dreams. \nThis presentation covers the first portion in Yiscah’s recent book\, Planting Seeds of the Divine: Torah Commentaries to Cultivate Your Spiritual Practice\, available on Amazon.com \n\nWE HOPE YOU’LL JOIN US!  \nPlease this registration button to reserve your seat on Zoom.\nNote: A recording will be available after the event\, but you must register to receive the link. \nRegister for this Event \n\nTHIS IS A BY CONTRIBUTION EVENT \nClick on the contribution button and pay what you are able.\nThe suggested amount is $10 (US)\, but if you are not able to contribute at this time\, please simply register.\n \nPlease Make a Contribution to Help Us Cover Expenses — Thank You! \n  \n\nAbout the presenter… \nYiscah Smith is a thought leader\, spiritual activist and agent of change who addresses the spiritual practice of encountering the Divine spark within and beyond. She relies on Jewish spiritual teachings and contemplative practices to inspire her students\, acting as a compass\, gently guiding them to their unique inner selves—their souls. \nAs a spiritual trailblazer\, and spiritual mentor Yiscah exemplifies what it means to carve one’s own path\, as she has grappled with the entanglements at the intersection of her spirituality\, Jewish tradition and passionate desire to live a life of integrity.  She encourages\, empowers and ennobles others to remain faithful to their individual and unique spiritual paths\, working with groups and individuals. \nYiscah teaches at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies\, Applied Jewish Spirituality (AJS) and the Institute for Jewish Spirituality (IJS). She founded Conscious Community Nachlaot\, an alternative prayer space in Jerusalem that hosts Shabbat spiritual gatherings. \nHer newest book\, Planting Seeds of the Divine: Torah Commentaries to Cultivate Your Spiritual Practice\, was recently co-published by the University of Nebraska Press (UNP) and the Jewish Publication Society (JPS). \n \nYiscah Smith\n+972-(0)55-882-9096\nLearn more about Yiscah’s work at YiscahSmith.com
URL:https://katonahstudygroup.org/event/striking-a-spiritual-balance/
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SUMMARY:Revisiting Our Most Difficult Relationships with Lisa Twerski\, LCSW 
DESCRIPTION:What do we do about close relationships that cause drama\, distress\, and self-doubt?\nCan we heal from a relationship that has been deeply unsettling – even damaging?\nIf we must extricate from a relationship\, how do we navigate the complexities — especially with family or friends?\nIf we must stay in the relationship\, how do we protect ourselves?\n\nIn the midst of the holiday season\, our most difficult relationships can become even more troublesome. How do we manage? These relationships are important\, but do they serve us? And how do we decide when duty ends and self-care begins? \nThese are challenging yet essential questions\, and so we are excited to have Lisa Twerski\, LCSW\, return to lead us in a discussion. Using case scenarios and group interaction\, we’ll explore these common yet often complex struggles and consider our options. \n\nWE HOPE YOU’LL JOIN US!  \nPlease this registration button to reserve your seat on Zoom.\nNote: A recording will be available after the event\, but you must register to receive the link. \nRegister for this Event \n\nTHIS IS A BY CONTRIBUTION EVENT \nClick on the contribution button and pay what you are able.\nThe suggested amount is $10 (US)\, but if you are not able to contribute at this time\, please simply register.\n \nPlease Make a Contribution to Help Us Cover Expenses — Thank You! \n  \n\nLisa Twerski\, LCSW\, received her Masters in Social Work from New York University’s School of Social Work in 1990\, and has advanced certification in pre-marital counseling and education. She has been working with victims of trauma including rape\, incest and domestic violence for over thirty years and has held numerous positions in and out of the Jewish community. Mrs. Twerski is on the Board of Directors of Nefesh\, The International Network of Orthodox Mental Health Professionals\, maintains a private practice in Brooklyn working with individuals and couples and lectures locally and nationally on many subjects including domestic abuse\, marriage\, and dating. \nShe is the author of a book for victims of domestic violence in the Orthodox Jewish community entitled\, I’m So Confused\, Am I Being Abused? Guidance for the Orthodox Jewish Spouse and Those Who Are Trying to Help. She has recently published an interactive marriage education workbook for couples in the Orthodox Jewish Community entitled\, Me & You – What I Wish I Knew. Her latest project is a website\, thebinyanproject.com\, dedicated to providing quality education on mental health subjects to the lay audience. \nYou can order her books on Amazon: \n\nMe & You – What I Wish I Knew: A Marriage Manual for the Frum Community\, by Lisa Twerski LCSW\nI’m so Confused\, Am I Being Abused? Guidance for the Orthodox Jewish Spouse and Those Who Want to Help\, by Lisa G Twerski LCSW\, with a foreword by Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski MD
URL:https://katonahstudygroup.org/event/difficult-relationships-2025/
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SUMMARY:Helping Oppositional Children & Teens with Kenneth Barish\, Ph.D.\, Clinical Professor of Psychology\, Weill Cornell Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Even in less stressful and uncertain times\, a child or teen’s oppositional behavior can be challenging. Many families become stuck in escalating\, vicious cycles of negative interactions: criticism and punishment leading to anger and defiance (or secretiveness and withdrawal) then more criticism\, and more defiance.\nThese cycles erode the warm and supportive interactions that are essential to children’s emotional vitality. Parents and caregivers feel they’ve “tried everything” and just don’t know what to do. \nIn this webinar\, award-winning author Ken Barish\, Ph.D. will make some unique recommendations. While most programs for parenting oppositional behavior focus on consequences for a child’s behavior — e.g.\, rewarding positive behaviors and punishing defiant behaviors — he feels they often miss the big picture. Thus\, Ken will discuss a different way of thinking about children’s behavior problems. Drawing from psychoanalysis\, developmental psychology\, and neuroscience\, he will describe a proactive plan that repairs family relationships\, replacing argument and defiance with understanding\, appreciation\, and problem-solving. \nHis four general principles\, and “21 Rules” promote good behavior\, while protecting a child’s emotional health. Ken’s teachings lead to better conversations\, more empathy towards others\, and can restore feelings of joyfulness and pride in the family. \nWhether you’re a parent\, a grandparent\, a caregiver\, or a therapist\, this webinar is a must. \n\nWE HOPE YOU’LL JOIN US!  \nPlease this registration button to reserve your seat on Zoom.\nNote: A recording will be available after the event\, but you must register to receive the link. \nRegister for this Event \n\nTHIS IS A BY CONTRIBUTION EVENT \nClick on the contribution button and pay what you are able.\nThe suggested amount is $10 (US)\, but if you are not able to contribute at this time\, please simply register.\n \nPlease Make a Contribution to Help Us Cover Expenses — Thank You! \n  \n\nAbout our presenter \nKen Barish\, Ph.D. (photo copyright Michael B. Friedman) \nKenneth Barish\, Ph.D. is Clinical Professor of Psychology at Weill – Cornell Medicine and Visiting Professor at Tongji Medical College in Wuhan\, China. He is on the faculty of the Westchester Center for the Study of Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy and the William Alanson White Institute Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy Training Program. Ken is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and Associate Editor of the Journal of Infant\, Child\, and Adolescent Psychotherapy. \nKen is the author of several books\, including How To Be A Better Child Therapist: An Integrative Model for Therapeutic Change (W. W. Norton\, 2018) and a book for parents\, Pride and Joy: A Guide to Understanding Your Child’s Emotions and Solving Family Problems (Oxford University Press\, 2012). \nMost recently\, Ken wrote a book on political dialogue\, Bridging Our Political Divide: How Liberals and Conservatives Can Understand Each Other and Find Common Ground (Routledge\, 2024). ‘Bridging Our Political Divide’ is winner of the 2025 International Book Award for Current Events. \nIn addition to his teaching\, writing\, and clinical practice\, Ken plays jazz trumpet. \n  \nContact info \nKenneth Barish\, Ph.D.\n280 North Central Ave.\, Hartsdale\, NY\nkennethbarish.com
URL:https://katonahstudygroup.org/event/helping-oppositional-children/
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SUMMARY:The Power of Platonic Intimacy\, presented by a panel of Certified Cuddle Therapists
DESCRIPTION:We live in a world that is suffering from skin hunger and discomfort with platonic affection. Many people associate intimacy with sexual touch\, and most unconsciously respond to the needs of others rather than learning to identify their own needs\, ask for what they want\, and then be able to receive.\nIn this panel discussion on cuddle therapy\, we’ll explore: \n\nwhat cuddle therapy is (and what it is not!);\nthe many reasons why people seek platonic touch work;\nthe role of consent and boundaries;\ntalking with a therapist about cuddle therapy (and how the triadic model works);\nsome of the myriad benefits of this therapeutic modality— from hormonal release as a bridge between the biological (i.e. oxytocin) and physiological\, to impact on mental wellness\, the art of receiving\, and more;\nhow to find a practitioner who is a good fit.\n\nWe will also briefly cover the Cuddlist® code of ethics and Cuddlist® training. All questions are welcome. \nThis event will be recorded. All registrants will receive a link to the recording within a week of the live presentation.\nAbout the Panel\n\nKelly Campbell\, Trauma-Informed Coach\, Cuddlist® and Somatic Intimacy Practitioner\nJackie (Jax) Wren\, Consent and Intimacy Educator\, Coach and Companion\nJohn Ellsworth\, Cuddlist® Practitioner and Sacred Intimate\n\n\nKelly Campbell (they/them): A certified Cuddlist®\, certified trauma-informed coach\, and facilitator of healing retreats\, Kelly is the author of Heal to Lead: Revolutionizing Leadership through Trauma Healing (Wiley\, 2024). They are currently training to become a sacred intimate for women\, SA survivors\, and queer\, trans\, and nonbinary bodies. Most recently\, Kelly became a volunteer Gender Advocate with TACT. They live in the Lower Hudson Valley of New York. Learn more about Kelly’s cuddle therapy practice at klcampbell.com/cuddle-therapy-ny-nj/ \n  \nJax Wren (she/her): Jax is a CuddleSage™ and Cuddlist® trained practitioner\, Authentic Consent™ Trainer and Wheel of Consent® Facilitator-in-Training. In all of her work\, Jax centers and uplifts Black\, POC\, Queer\, and gender-expansive individuals\, couples\, and communities through the transformative possibilities of pleasure through embodied choice. Learn more about Jax’ practice at touchedbyjax.com \n  \nJohn Ellsworth (they/he/she): A seasoned bodyworker for over 20 years\, John works completely by referral. They are not only a certified cuddle professional but also serve on the leadership team of Cuddlist® as co-owner and advisory board chair. They love helping people in the process of transforming pain and limitations into ease\, expanse\, and even pleasure. And they live in the New York Hudson Valley. Learn more about John’s work at cuddlist.com/john \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:The Art of Energy Healing: Balancing Mind\, Body\, and Spirit with Michael Andron\, PhD\, D.Ac
DESCRIPTION:  \nOne of the great problems in health care today is that we equate ‘health’ with non-disease; that is\, not having any symptoms. And even when we speak of ‘prevention’\, we mean early detection\, before a small symptom — or no symptom — becomes a more serious problem. \nThere is another lens through which we can consider our health and healing. Instead of the absence or change of  ‘symptoms\,’ perhaps a high level of personal wellness — high energy\, strong immunity\, and mental clarity — is the real indicator of health. \nIn this webinar\, Michael Andron\, PhD will suggest a different approach for restoring and maintaining health and vitality — one that incorporates breathwork\, energy balancing\, and relaxation skills. \nAs a Grand Master of Tai Chi\, and weaving his knowledge of yoga\, Chinese medicine\, hypnotherapy\, acupressure\, and Qi Gong\, Dr. Andron will explain how he developed the EnerGenesis Protocol\, and share how it can change the way you feel\, enhance your body’s self-healing immune system\, increase your energy levels\, and enhance mental clarity. \nIn EnerGenesis\, ‘energy’ is not a metaphor… it’s real. Andron believes that understanding the energy paradigm is the missing link in wellness education. \n\nThank you for joining us!\nHere are some extra gifts from Michael Andron\, PhD\, D.Ac \n\nBreath Play – cleansing breathwork exercises (a PDF download)\nGet Grounded – tap into earth energy (a PDF download)\n“THE EVOLUTION OF FEAR – Why your nervous system can’t tell a predator from a push notification”  — an article by Eric Edmeades\n“The Power of Group Meditation” – by Dr Joe Dispenza from 16 January 2026\n\n\nClick on the contribution button and pay what you are able.\n\nPlease Make a Contribution to Help Us Cover Expenses — Thank You! \n\n“The EnerGenesis Protocol was developed by Michael Andron\, PhD\, an educator\, to simplify some of the most powerful of these tools and to make them easily accessible to anyone. I have recommended hundreds of health professionals and lay healers (of all disciplines) to Dr. Andron and his energy-healing program. It is unique in its simplicity and effectiveness. The sum of my own research into EnerGenesis convinces me that its results are consistent\, reproducible\, and supported by principles of bio-physics. Most important\, thanks to Dr. Andron’s unique training approach\, The EnerGenesis Protocol is TEACHABLE.”\n– Andrija Puharich (1919-1995) a world-renowned researcher of healers and healing systems \n  \nABOUT THE PRESENTER  \nMichael Andron\, Ph.D.\, is the founder and director of KODESH: A Fellowship for Seekers of Wholeness\, a nonprofit organization devoted to personal growth\, mind-body effectiveness training\, and inner awareness. For more than five decades\, he has lectured and taught extensively around the world and has been featured in the media. \nHe is the author of The Essential Guide to Energy Healing\, co-written with his son Benjamin\, an award-winning creative director of motion picture advertising. The book is now available as an e-book on Amazon\, Barnes & Noble\, and other platforms. \nAn experienced theatre director\, Dr. Andron developed and taught courses in Martial Arts and Yoga for the Performing Artist as a psychophysical training tool in the theatre departments at New York University\, the North Carolina School of the Arts\, and the New World School of the Arts in Miami. \nMichael and his wife Lillian are based in Los Angeles\, where Michael continues to teach the EnerGenesis Protocol and train practitioners. \nCONTACT INFORMATION\nMichael Andron\, PhD\, D.Ac\n305-798-5088\nkodesh.org
URL:https://katonahstudygroup.org/event/the-art-of-energy-healing/
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SUMMARY:The Golden Shadow Method with Melanie Ryan\, LCSW Psychotherapist\, Tibetan Buddhist Teacher\, and Metaphysician
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Golden Shadow\, the storehouse part of the unconscious that holds the bright and positive qualities that have been suppressed. \nThe Golden Shadow Method shares ancient teachings of mystics\, philosophers\, Buddhists\, and shamans that give us clarity on who we truly are. In this online workshop we will be using Jungian techniques\, Tibetan Buddhist meditation\, and indigenous wisdom to illuminate the golden shadow. We will traverse the inner terrain of the psyche to remember our forgotten gifts and reclaim our powers of light. \nIn this workshop you will: \n\nLearn that we are all golden Buddhas\, born fully enlightened with wisdom and gifts to share with others.\nLearn how everyone had a dark and golden shadow.\nDiscover your Golden Shadow Archetype and a hidden power within you.\nLearn about Shadow projection and the natural healing mechanisms of dark and golden Shadow triggers.\nPractice a Medicine Buddha meditation to cleanse and purify the mind of negative habitual thoughts that create unconscious self-sabotaging karmic patterns.\n\n  \n\nWE HOPE YOU’LL JOIN US!  \nPlease this registration button to reserve your seat on Zoom.\nNote: A recording will be available after the event\, but you must register to receive the link. \nRegister for this Event \n\nTHIS IS A BY CONTRIBUTION EVENT \nClick on the contribution button and pay what you are able.\nThe suggested amount is $10 (US)\, but if you are not able to contribute at this time\, please simply register.\n \nPlease Make a Contribution to Help Us Cover Expenses — Thank You! \n  \n\nAbout the Presenter\nMelanie Ryan is a psychotherapist\, Tibetan Buddhist teacher\, metaphysician\, and expert in holistic health. She is author and founder of The Golden Shadow Method\, a path of awakening one’s full human potential. Inspired by ancient wisdom and holistic medicine\, the method integrates depth psychology\, Tibetan Buddhism\, metaphysics\, indigenous teachings\, and natural healing. \nFor over three decades\, Melanie has studied with indigenous elders and spiritual masters throughout North America\, South America\, Central America\, Europe\, and the Far East. Her training includes vinyasa yoga\, reiki\, past-life regression therapy\, naturopathic and Tibetan medicine\, Jungian psychology\, shamanic healing\, vision questing\, and Asklepian dream healing. \nMelanie is an authorized Buddhist teacher in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche and continues to deepen her studies in the Bön and Vajrayana traditions\, including Sowa Rigpa (Tibetan medicine). \nShe began her professional career after earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Hartford (1992) and a dual master’s degree in clinical social work and clinical research from Fordham University (1995). Over the past thirty years\, she has worked in psychiatric hospitals\, drug rehabilitation centers\, residential treatment programs\, schools\, and community health centers. \nDisillusioned by the limitations of the modern U.S. healthcare system\, Melanie founded The Center for Health and Healing\, an award-winning holistic health center that served the Hudson Valley region of New York for nearly a decade. In 2020 she devoted herself to writing and teaching online. Melanie continues to develop advanced spiritual courses called The Secrets of the Golden Shadow\, with the first volume — focused on trigger work — scheduled for publication in 2026. Melanie teaches online courses\, leads domestic and international retreats\, and serves on faculty at the world-renowned Omega Institute in Rhinebeck\, New York. \nContact Information\nMelanie Ryan\nGoldenShadowMethod.com\nAncientWisdomToday.com \nFollow Melanie Ryan on Facebook and Instagram\, under The Golden Shadow Method\nYou can purchase her books on Amazon or directly from Melanie.
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