The dry weather continues to make us more appreciative and aware of water. Our culture of management has been working well though and we still have quite a lot of water storage. If guests would like to bring drinking water when they visit that would help a lot. WA is entering a long period of less rain, so our culture has to reflect that. Origins is also seeking guidance on the best mitigation policy for our precious bushland.
PERTH TEACHINGS WITH CHIMÉ Chimé's teaching and wongkur visits to Yoga Moves have been reformatted. Everything happens on Sundays only. The day starts with a talk at 10am, followed by Wongkur at 10:30am, followed by a potluck lunch and social period until 2:30pm. There may be further activities at 4pm. To register contact Sara at Yoga Moves. This Sunday, April 28th, is the first day of the new format. Chimé is available all day Monday for personal visits - to book contact chim@originscentre.org
NUNS OF THE KARMAPA Em has returned from a wonderful visit to the nuns in Rumtek, Sikkim. She reported first hand on the great developments at the nunnery and she renewed our friendship and service. We are presently preparing a photo/report for all to enjoy.
MAY RETREAT There are still 2 rooms available for the May retreat if you would like to attend. Day attendance is also possible. Please see below for more information, or contact Anne: anne@originscentre.org
RESPITE A chance to rest up and renew is being sought by more friends than ever; some combine respite with walking the Bib track, some are supported by Kip's Natural Perspectives service. Please apply at info@originscentre.org Please include any requests for mindfulness instruction or hiking support.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN Most of us who need registration now have it. It's always good to be well aligned with Government regulations.
ADAM'S VISIT Adam is coming to WA from the US, he arrives mid June and departs at the end of July. He will be giving classes and working with Chim at Origins. Please stay tuned for updates on his visit. Slowly, slowly we transition to the future.
THANKS -To Peter for the gift of paint. Interior paint, mostly pale colours, is available for free from Origins on Wednesday 1st of May. Exterior paint will be available from Wednesday 8th of May. -Thank you to all our guests who do their bit to support Origins. We all inherit this beautiful place. -Thank you Wendy for your kind offers of administrative support.
Upcoming Events at Origins
May Mindfulness Weekend with Ian Hackett of Tig-Le House - 4th & 5th May We welcome Ian back to teaching at the Centre. This weekend is the first in a series of three. It focuses on establishing the foundations of mindfulness practice aligning with the Origins' universalist approaches. The schedule for each weekend includes morning movement at 7am, mindfulness sessions at 9am and 3pm, mindful walking at 1pm, and an evening meditation class at 7pm. You can join in as many sessions as you like. All rooms to stay onsite for May are now booked; however, day attendance is also welcome. The August weekend is dedicated to mindful walking techniques, while the final weekend in November covers meditations on nature. Bookings can be made online at Retreats & Events | Tig-Le House (tiglehouse.org) or contact Ian directly at tiglehouse@gmail.com
May Retreat - 10th to 19th May This is a wonderful opportunity to calmly develop the setting up of Mindfulness and expand that into insight meditation, in a safe, natural and supported environment. Chim will lead this retreat, a teacher of many years experience. The aim is to deepen calm and confidence, building a practice that opens naturally suitable to your needs. Bring a craft or study to explore in non practice time, or enjoy a quiet space to explore walking on the tracks at Origins. For information and to book, please contact Anne: anne@originscentre.org
Yoga Bliss with Deniz - 30th May to 3rd June Join Deniz in the tranquility of Origins for 5 days of gentleness with your Self. We practice mediation and yoga each day. We go with the flow, have lots of free time to rest, read, go for walks on the Bibbulmun track, socialize or enjoy whatever you feel called to do, to be. If you'd like to join the little retreat, please book here: https://www.trybooking.com/CNSDH
Mindfulness Weekend with Chim - 8th & 9th June Mindfulness practice is in harmony with all others dedicated to developing an engaged and helpful way of living. The exercise at the core of Chim's mindfulness weekends is a brief meditative exercise for inner calm, awareness and transformation. Sessions are Saturday 9:30am and 3pm and Sunday 9:30am (three 90-minute sessions). To book accommodation, or for more information contact: melinda@originscentre.org
Story Weekend with Jaya - 21st - 23rd June Join poet and story-welcomer Jaya Penelope over two fire-lit evenings to hear an old folktale told with reverence and wonder. During the day we will explore doorways into the story and how old tales can speak to our own lives through journaling, poetry writing, dream-tending, altar building, storytelling, time alone in nature and time with others in community. Please note: this retreat begins on Friday evening, if you plan to attend, it is essential that you arrive by 7pm on Friday, please do not book a place unless you can commit to this arrival time. For more information and to register, please contact: mistressmadrigal@yahoo.com.au
Centre Yourself, Ground Yourself with Chris and Bevie - 29th & 30th June Embark on a restorative journey filled with relaxed and friendly vibes. Step into a weekend escape dedicated to nurturing your mind and body through slow, mindful movement that focuses on organizing and activating your whole body from the ground up focusing on the powerhouse of our body, our centre. Led by the experienced duo, Bevie Barker and Chris Newell, this unique workshop invites you to explore the profound connection between your feet and your centre. Throughout the weekend, we'll employ a range of movement modalities, including Slow Yoga, Feldenkrais, and Qi Gong, to gently unite the foot-to-core connection, extending it further to ultimately experiencing a sense of whole-body harmony. For more information and registration details: https://www.circlework.training/events/foot-to-core-connection *A gentle reminder - please care for others and yourself, and do not attend Origins if you are feeling unwell, especially with cold or flu symptoms. Thankyou!
Weekend Retreats & Dana Deposit to Confirm Booking A wonderful balance of health, art, nature and mindfulness with these weekend retreats. Appreciation to everyone for contributing to such a vibrant centre full of good energy and creativity. We will be asking people planning on attending retreats to make a $60 - $100 non refundable contribution to your dana for accommodation to confirm your booking ($100 for the May and September retreats).
Regular Programand Services Mindfulness Sessions on fb streaming Live practice stream including commentary. Venue: Coorain – Balingup, and Facebook Time: Tuesdays from 8am to 9am with Chime and Fridays from 7:30 to 8:30am with Anne.
Donations: We are a charitable organization and your donations make the difference! If you would like to support us financially, our bank details are: Origins Centre BSB 066504 Account Number: 10017993 PayPal account http://www.originscentre.org/support-origins.html
Origins Centre Coorain Account BSB 066504 Account Number: 10056415
GOVERNANCE The Origins Committee of Management has full responsibility for all administration, management, landcare, finance, maintenance, media and teaching at OC and Coorain. The responsibility is represented on-site by committee members or on-site duty managers. Many friends help. OC is a registered, charitable not-for-profit NGO that offers its services, land and infrastructure on a donation basis. Origins is run and used by volunteers and supported by core paid work.
Present: Chim Shore, Anne Clark, Rosemary Kelly, Kip Cameron, Adam Shore Guests: Joshua Apologies: Melinda, Sondra, Sholto
DONATION TO THE NUNS We made a payment of $3,000 on March 23rd, 2024 Moved by Anne. Seconded by Kip