Let yourself be silently

drawn by the strange pull of what you

really love. It will not lead

you astray. - Rumi

The number one question people ask me is, “How do I start making changes to get my life back on track?”

Many of us know that we'd like to make changes in our lives. Maybe we want to lose weight, heal our relationships, sleep better, eat better, get active, be less stressed out, be more at peace.

Whatever it is we want, we know that what we are doing now isn't taking us there. No matter how many times we “get on the wagon”, inevitably, we find ourselves falling off and wondering what is wrong with us. Why is it so hard? What are we doing wrong?

The problem is we tend to want to change the external things in our lives – the people, our weight, our jobs, our spouses, our children, etc. But in order to make real and lasting change, we need to start looking inside – to take an inner journey.

It is inside that we hold the patterns that keep repeating over and over

again. It is inside that we hold the heartbreak and the disappointments. It is inside that we have beliefs about ourselves that tell us we aren't good enough. It is inside that we hold beliefs about whether the world is a kind and benevolent place or a place of constant hardship and pain.

We must journey through these places to root out the ideas and beliefs that no longer serve us. We must find new ideas and perspectives that take us to the places we truly want to go.

It doesn't have to be difficult. On the one hand, we need to do some deep soul-searching and be very honest with ourselves with where we're at and what we're feeling.

But it's also about finding that “lightness of being” where we are filled with hope and gratitude. Where we do things that are fun. Where we really start enjoying our life!

Your station agent,Katrina Bos

The Inner Journey

Fall 2012 Meet me at the Station

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This fall, we are very pleased to launch a Friends of the Station Pass that is a great chance to commit to your personal journey towards health and happiness, to be a part of the Station community, and to enjoy many of the great classes and workshops held at the Station.

Friends of the Station Pass includes: Two classes a week (for the holder of the pass -

except for ballroom classes where you can bring a member of your family on your pass)

10 per cent off any other classes, workshops, seminars, camps, and personal consultations for not only yourself, but for your whole family. (On occasion, there may be specific workshops that cannot be discounted.)

Video link to a new meditation every six weeks that can be done online from home

Complimentary copy of The Journey magazine being published this fall

The pass is a gift to yourself to commit to the time to grow, to learn, and to heal. This is a great benefit for anyone who already frequents the Station and is a great way for family members to enjoy all that the Station has to offer. If you would simply like to support the Station, then your pass helps to provide meaningful programs, services in the community, and continued restoration and maintenance on this beautiful

old building.

If you live out of the Goderich area and would still like to be a part of the Station community, your pass gives you registration for our weekly online Journey Class and Kundalini Yoga class, and online meditation every 6 weeks, as well as 10 per cent off any workshops.

Cost: $25 initial administrative fee (waived for the month of September)$50+HST per month (automatic withdrawal for 11 months - the Station is closed for 4 weeks a year.)

To make registering for this fall’s programs easier, we will be hosting a special registration week from Tuesday, Sept. 4 to Friday, Sept. 7. Each day that week we will be open from 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. to get you all set for fall. But if you just can’t wait, you can always register online through Paypal.

If you purchase a “Friends of the Station” pass, we ask that you still register for the classes you’ll be attending so that we know when the classes are full. Registering ahead of time ensures you have a spot reserved in the class you want to attend! So don’t be disappointed - register soon!

Registration Week

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The JourneyCla

ssThe Journey Class is the core of what East Street Station is all about. This class is the chance to begin the journey together - learning, expanding our minds, and healing our lives.

As mentioned in the opening story of this newsletter, the number one question that people often ask when they come to the Station is, “How do I get started? I know that I want to make some changes in my life. But I just don’t know how to do it.”

We must start by embarking on the inner journey. And The Journey Class is exactly about that journey. It will be a chance to learn about other ways of seeing the world, healing, and philosophies of life that help and hinder us on our paths. It’s about each of our own inner journeys towards happiness, wellness and really enjoying our lives.

Here are some of the many questions we will be asking and discussing along the way:

How do I hear and trust my intuition? Who am I really? Why is this so important to my happiness and peace of mind? How do I find balance in my life? What am I passionate about? What do I

really value? How does this fit into my journey?

How do I heal my relationships? How do I get through the tough spots?

Through lecture, discussion, support, and meditation, this 12-week class will help anyone looking to grow on their journey through life. Whether we find ourselves a little off-track and needing some slight adjustments to get things back on track or we need to make some BIG changes. We’re all in this together.

When: Wednesdays, 5:30-7 p.m., 12 weeksfrom Sept. 26-Dec. 12Cost: $120+HST Instructor: Katrina Bos

If you live at a distance but would still like to get started on your journey, we are pleased to offer the opportunity to begin the journey from home. This is open to anyone unable to take the weekly class held at the Station.

Each week, the lecture portion of the class, along with the meditations, will be video-recorded and available weekly online. For those taking the class at the Station, you will also have access to these video clips in case you miss a class.

Cost: $80+HST

Taking the journey at home

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Kundalini Yoga - We are now pleased to offer new daytime classes of Kundalini Yoga to accommodate a variety of schedules. Kundalini Yoga is an ancient practice that combines practices like Hatha yoga, meditation, pranayam, and kriya yoga, and works towards bringing the body and mind to a place of balance and health. Classes are on-going, so drop in anytime! No experience necessary!Early Morning Classes: Mondays and Fridays, 6-7:15 a.m., starting Sept. 17Daytime Class: Wednesdays, 10-11:15 a.m., starting Sept. 19Evening Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:15-8:30 pm., starting Sept. 5Cost: By donation - suggested $10Instructor: Katrina Bos

Daytime Gentle Yoga - This class is based in Hatha Yoga, the most familiar form of yoga practised in the west. Hatha Yoga involved combining physical postures with breathing, energy locks, and meditation to open, strengthen and purify the body. This gentle class that is perfect for beginners or for those with limitation issues or injuries.When: Tuesdays, 9-10:30 a.m., 5-week sessions running Oct. 9 - Nov. 6 and Nov. 13 - Dec. 11Cost: $60+HST for each session, or drop-in $15Instructor: Susan Whalen

Evening Hatha Yoga - The purpose of yoga is to bring us to balance. The practice of yoga helps to release tension and bring us to a state that is both energized and relaxed. This class is suitable for both beginners and for those looking for expand their current yoga practice.When: Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m., 5-week sessions running Oct. 9 - Nov. 6 and Nov. 13 - Dec. 11Cost: $60+HST for each session, or drop-in $15Instructor: Susan Whalen

Teacher Training Module VIII - Anatomy & Physiology - In this weekend intensive, learn about the effects and importance of movement on the body and mind, explore physical anatomy, energy anatomy, basic Ayurvedic principles and how to apply them to our lives. When: Sept. 29-30, Sat., 8 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sun., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.Cost: $240+HST if paid by Sept. 10, $280+HST if paid after - includes lunch and materialsInstructor: Katrina Bos, Nelda McEwen & Aleksandar Radan

Sunrise Yoga and Chanting - Join us before the sun rises for Kundalini Yoga and chanting of the Aquarian mantras as the sun rises. Do yoga for 45 minutes followed by an hour of chanting. When: Sundays, 5:30-7:30 a.m., Sept, 30, Oct. 28, and Nov. 25. Please arrive 10 mins. early to settle in.Cost: FREE Instructor: Katrina Bos

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Ballroom Basics - This class is a great place for beginners to start learning all the basics of couple’s social dancing. Learn how to easily have a great dancing frame, how to enjoy the roles of leader and follower, and how to understand and to hear the rhythms of music so you can dance to all kinds of music. Learn the basics of Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, and Tango.When: Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 10-week session running Oct. 11 - Dec. 13 Cost: $100+HST per person, $175+HST per coupleInstructor: Katrina Bos

Beyond Beginners/Intermediate Ballroom -This class will flow seamlessly from the basics class. The first half-hour will be Beyond Beginners to continue learning some great steps beyond the basics. The second half-hour move to more advanced dance steps. When: Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 10-week session running Oct. 11 - Dec. 13 Cost: $100+HST per person, $175+HST per coupleInstructor: Reanna Ramaker

Bellydance - In the first four weeks of this session, learn the basics of this beautiful dance form. The remaining session will focus on having fun with all the moves learned, dancing to great music, and learning new moves beyond the basics. If you have taken bellydance before, you are welcome to join the full session, or join in week 5, Oct. 23.When: Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 p.m., 12-week session running Sept. 25-Dec. 11 Cost: $120+HST, $15 drop-in. Eight-week session starting Oct. 23, $80+HSTInstructor: Katrina Bos

Zumba Gold - Zumba Gold takes the exciting dance rhythms created in the original Zumba program and brings them to active older adults, beginners, or those needing modifications. Join this lower-impact, easy-to-follow fitness party!When: Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 12 noon, 6-week sessions running Sept. 18 - Oct. 23 and Oct. 30 - Dec. 4Cost: $60+HST per session, $15 drop-in. Instructor: Maryke Meyer

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Harvest Community Cleanse -Registered Holistic Nutritionist Sara Bradford returns this fall to lead a 10-day Harvest Community Cleanse. Through this food-based cleanse, enjoy fresh and clean whole foods and learn how the process of detoxification affects the body and why. Also learn to use tools to get the most out of the 10 days while also learning how to create some beautiful food. This class includes 15 days of professional support, two in-person classes, cleanse guide, online daily affirmations, tips and support, online group support, meditation and breathing techniques, exercises and complimentary therapy suggestions, detoxifying recipe e-book, and so much more!When: Thursday, Sept. 20: Cleanse overview/kick-off class, 7 p.m. Sept. 21-23: at-home prep days. Sept. 24: cleanse officially starts. Oct. 4: Cleanse officially ends. Celebration class to discuss transition out of cleansing and to enjoy a group potluck, 7 p.m. Cost: $55+HST per person, $50+HST if you bring a friendInstructor: Sara Bradford

Weight-releasing Group Program - Registered Holistic Nutritionist Sara Bradford of Nourish Stratford leads this Nourish Weightloss Program. Learn practical skills to make smart choices, get your body into balance, and encourage fat loss for good. It is known statistically that people who are on a weight loss journey have more success in a group.

This program is very unique. It involves no calorie-counting, no expensive supplements, and definitely no fad diets. it is designed for independence and long-lasting life changes. This 8-week program includes three full-day retreats which will cover body composition and measurements, whole foods education, emotional eating, movement, food preparation. Each of the three retreats include lunch and beverages. The program also includes a private online group forum, weekly online food coaching, Nourish 4 Weight Loss e-whole foods cookbook.When: Saturday, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Cost: $375+HST or $350+HST if Harvest Cleanse participant or bring-a-friend referral.Instructor: Sara Bradford

Dancing in the Dark - On the night of the Winter Solstice, Dec. 21, join us for a time of healing, ecstatic dance. The evening begins with a chat about what ecstatic dance is and its wonderful ability to heal. This will be a time to think about what we want to let go of from our past year so we can let it all go as we dance. Then we will dance, dance, dance in the dark. Before the night ends, we will gather in a circle for a peaceful meditation and a sharing of intentions for the coming year.When: Friday, Dec. 21, 8-10 p.m. Please come a few minutes early so we can all start together. Cost: $5 donation at the doorInstructor: Katrina Bos

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Coffeehouses Coming Events

at a Glance

Teacher Training Module VIII - Anatomy & Physiology

Sept. 29-30

Phil Main & FriendsSaturday, Oct. 20

Yellowbird & the Open CagesFriday, Nov. 2

Dancing in the DarkFriday, Dec. 21

Coffeehouses are a regular feature at East Street Station, providing a wonderful atmosphere to sit back and enjoy the musical offerings of some great local talent. We are very excited to present the following

line-up of local musicians this summer.

Tickets for each show are available at the Station and are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Doors for each show open at

7:30 p.m., with the shows starting at 8 p.m.

Phil Main & FriendsSaturday, Oct. 20

Join Phil Main for an acoustic night of roots, folk, country-style music. The night will be a mix of Phil’s own music as well as a remix of some of his favourite tunes.

Phil, a Goderich native and long-time local radio host, is pleased to be coming home for this intimate show that reunites him on stage with a number of local musician friends and family.

Joining Phil are his children Patrick, Courtney and Kayla Main, Finola MacGinty, Katy Johnston, Mark Hussey, and more!

Yellowbird & the Open CagesFriday, Nov. 2

Yellowbird is Melina Powers, who is native to Huron County, and now lives in Stratford, Ont.

Melina has been singing on stages across Canada for many years as a member of the bands Silence and State of Blake, along with her four brothers.

Along with husband/ producer/instrumentalist, John Powers and guest musicians including drummer Jesse Baird (Feist), Yellowbird and the Open Cages are releasing their first self-titled album. Melina's songwriting and voice soar to new heights with this release.

We are thrilled to host Melina as she celebrates the release of her new album at this hometown show!

Starting Sept. 4, the Station will have new office hours:

Monday8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Tuesday8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. &

4:30-7:30 p.m.Wednesday

8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Thursday

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

To register for programs outside of these hours, e-mail, call, or register online.

New office hours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

6:00 am

Kundalini Yoga6-7:15 a.m.

Kundalini Yoga6-7:15 a.m.

6:30 am

7:00 am

7:30 am

8:00 am

8:30 am

9:00 am

Gentle Hatha Yoga9-10:30 a.m.

Kundalini Yoga9-10:30 a.m.

9:30 am

10:00 am

10:30 am

11:00 am

11:30 am Zumba Gold11 a.m.-12noon12 noon

1:00 pm

2:00 pm

3:00 pm

4:00 pm

5:00 pm

5:30 pm

Hatha Yoga5:30-7 p.m.

Journey Class5:30-7 p.m.

6:00 pm

6:30 pm Ballroom Basics6:30-7:30 p.m.7:00 pm

Kundalini Yoga7:15-8:30 p.m.

Bellydance7:15-8:15 p.m. Kundalini Yoga

7:15-8:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m Beyond Beginner Ballroom 7:30 pm8:00 pm

8:30 pm

Schedule at a Glance

Stay up to date on all of the exciting things happening at the Station by visiting our website or by following

us on Facebook and Twitter!

1 Maitland Rd. N., Goderich 519-524-5612 www.eaststreetstation.ca