April '08 NEWSLETTER

In this 2008 April Issue:
Announcements
Events at a Glance
Women's Retreats
Couples Retreats
Meaningful Vacations
Relationship Workshops
Truly Madly Deeply Workshops

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AHA in a nutshell


Aziza Healing Adventures programs are held in breathtaking Canadian, US & international destinations offering optimal comfort and superior cuisine. Retreats for women, couples and singles effectively combine creativity, journal writing and reflection with yoga, hiking, Spa treatments and free time.

Come remember who you are.
Relax, replenish and reconnect to what matters.
Explore your life amongst kindred spirits.
Engage in creativity, fun, nature and gentle adventure.
Lift your spirits. Lighten your being.
Improve your life.

 


ANNOUNCEMENTS


NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBER SAVINGS

 

 

April deadlines for AHA Subscriber ONLY very special savings.
There's never been a better time to dive into your BLISS.

Please click on links below to find out more about each event.

 

Women's Weekend Getaway- April 18 - 20, Thirteen Moons Retreat Centre, Ontario. Register by April 10 and enjoy $100 off any package or choose a complimentary one hour Reiki Session with Laila! This weekend includes Full Moon Drumming Circle Saturday Night!

California Bliss Wellness Journey- June 23 - 27, Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort. Register by May 1 and enjoy $350 off any package!

Ontario Couples Relationship Revelations May 31 - June 1, Viamede Resort. Register by April 15 and enjoy $100 off any package or choose a complimentary one hour private session with Laila!

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BALI BLISS

SUBSCRIBER SAVINGS!!

2009 BALI BLISS WELLNESS JOURNEYS

January 29 - February 6, 2009: 9 days of blissful Lightness of Being

Register with deposit by May 1 and enjoy $500 off any package price. You can also choose our easy monthly installment plan!

Click here for retreat details

 

February 16 - 22, 2009: 7 days of pure Bali Bliss

Register with deposit by May 1 and enjoy $400 off any package price. You can also choose our easy monthly installment plan!

Click here for retreat details

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April 25 - 27

Direct Energy Centre, CNE Toronto

GREEN LIVING SHOW

Aziza is getting a marketing makeover with new business cards, bookmarks and exhibit graphics. Please visit us at corner Booth # 1548, say hello and pick up our fabulous new info.

The show features 350 exhibitors with everything green for your life

Enjoy a great line up of speakers starting with former US President Bill Clinton Friday at 3pm

please visit www.greenlivingshow.ca for more details and tickets.

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EVENTS AT A GLANCE


UPCOMING

EVENTS MENU

Looking for a meaningful start to Spring? Details in the Listings below.

 

Truly Madly Deeply Art & Therapy Workshops
Sat. April 12, Toronto ONLY 2 SPACES LEFT!!

Women's Bliss Wellness Retreat: Come As you Are
April 18 - 20, Thirteen Moons, Ontario. See savings above!

Green Living Show April 24 - 26, CNE Toronto

California Bliss Wellness Journey June 23 - 27, Sycamore Mineral Springs, San Luis Obispo, California. See savings above!

Couples Relationship Revelations Retreat,
Sat./Sun. May 31 - June 1
, Viamede Resort, Ontario.See savings above!


RETREAT REVIEW


Our Bali Bliss Wellness Journey in February was simply gorgeous. But don't just take our word for it...

"The stunningly beautiful and peaceful ocean-side location inspired personal growth when combined with Laila's insightful art sessions. The atmosphere was relaxed, and conducive to meeting other like-minded guests. The Gaia environment helped to further my personal growth, giving me a peaceful, safe place to reflect on new personal insights. The daily yoga and meditation at Gaia deepened my spiritual growth."

"Seriously, the spa staff goes above and beyond to please the clients and will adjust any aspect to suit individual tastes. The Gaia Oasis 2 hour treatment was like heaven on a massage table.....esp. the coconut avocado exfoliation. Sighhhh..."

"The quality of the food was superb, fresh and delicious! I liked the buffet style, it gave me the flexibility to eat when I wanted and how much I wanted."

"What stands out is experiencing a completely new culture--- a true adventure- Seeing Ubud after reading about it in Eat Pray Love
-Being completely removed from my day to day existence"

"Really getting away from it all in a beautiful place like Bali, surrounded by a very mindful, intentional, and peaceful culture inspired me to find new abilities to live a more mindful life back at home."

"The people, the culture, the beauty, the spirituality...I could go on and on there are so many reasons to return to Bali.
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READ MORE...

 

Click here if you missed last issue's 2008 Bali Reviews

We've got two wonder filled 2009 Bali Bliss Wellness Journeys just for you. Take advantage of incredible savings for newsletter subscribers only till May 1. For details please see the notice in announcements above.


MEANINGFUL BLISS VACATIONS


CALIFORNIA Bliss Wellness Journey, San Luis Obispo, CA

June 23 -27

Aziza's BLISS Wellness Journeys are the perfect antidote to a busy life of schedules, obligations and restlessness.

If you need a break, if you need to find balance, if you need to realign your energy back to yourself, if you are curious about local areas of interest, if you long for healing touch, yearn to behold natural beauty, if you just want to BE, come join us and find yourself again.

Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort is conveniently situated halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco near the rugged Pacific coastline of Avila Beach. It hosts generous suites, private hot tubs, professional Spa, fine dining and fantastic leisure opportunities that support deep relaxation and reconnection with your body and spirit.


Click here for details

" All tired mothers struggling with life balance should attend this retreat. Not only will you rest and pamper yourself, you will bring back valuable tools that will improve your happiness as well as your partner and children's happiness."

June 23 - 27

Register by May 1 and enjoy $350 off any package!

For Women and Men

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WOMEN'S BLISS WELLNESS GETAWAYS


A monthly offering of retreats held at Thirteen Moons Retreat Centre in Norwood, Ontario, geared to women:

~dreaming of a relaxing respite from family/work obligations
~needing time to reflect and find clarity
~longing to be nurtured and restore their depleted spirit
~seeking the camaraderie of kindred souls

"It was beneficial expressing myself with art materials because I was able to just let my feelings flow without having to find words to articulate them, which can sometimes be difficult."

Don't be disappointed! Max. group size is 7. Book early.


April 18 - 20

Come As You Are Thirteen Moons, Norwood, Ontario. Newsletter Subscriber Savings $100 off! This weekend includes Full Moon Drumming Circle Saturday Night!

June 6 - 8

July 11 - 13

Flying Solo Early bird savings apply!

August 15 - 17 NEW!

Finding Joy Early bird savings apply!


COUPLES BLISS RETREATS


Couples Relationship Revelation Retreat. For partners who are:

~experiencing a relationship challenge
~desiring deeper understanding and compassion
~wanting to improve relating and communication styles
~searching for true emotional intimacy and connection

Held at the beautiful Viamede Resort near Lakefield, Ontario. Click here for details

" I recommend this Couples Retreat for everyone! Everyone needs to better know their spouse on this level. Laila makes it all make more sense and she helps with communication."

May 31 - June 1 Register by April 15 and enjoy $100 off any package or a complimentary one hour private session with Laila!


WOMEN'S BLISS VACATIONS


5 Perfect Days just for YOU! This is an extraordinary opportunity to learn and experience the art of self-care by allowing and receiving support. Held at Thirteen Moons, Norwood, Ontario. Click below for details.

" The retreat in its entirety will change your life. With an open mind and a willingness to become a better you, Laila can help you turn your life into an exciting journey and an experience you can savour. Louise's food is the icing on the cake."

June 16 - 20
The ART of Doing NOTHING! NEW! limited space left!
July 21 - 25
There's No Place Like Home! Early bird savings apply! limited space left!
August 4 - 8
Reclaim Your Passion & Verve! Early bird savings apply!

RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOPS


RELATIONSHIP Patterns Workshop

Singles, family members and couples find this workshop simply life-altering. Relationships are literally transformed with the insights and awareness that emerge from the program. Solo participants discover what's holding them back from finding a healthy relationship, Couples reconnect with exceptional understanding and compassion, Mothers and Daughters and other family members find clarity and new ways to effectively communicate.

May 17-18

Click here for more information.

" This workshop helped me become more aware of why I relate to others the way I do."


SELF-DISCOVERY WORKSHOPS



 

Truly Madly Deeply Self- Discovery Workshops,Toronto, Ontario

Imagine abandoning yourself to nonverbal communication through colour, shape, and texture. We'll explore the jewels of insight you've just uncovered through your creation and unveil new ways of looking at yourself and your way of being. Some packages include private therapy sessions. Saturday or Sunday 10:30 - 4:30

April 12 **only two spaces left!
May 25
July 5

Click here for details

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PRIVATE & CUSTOMIZED RETREATS & WORKSHOPS

Have private group of FRIENDS with a special occasion coming up? Does your CORPORATE team need to creatively address interpersonal dynamics?

Aziza Healing Adventures will design an event to meet your specific wish list and facilitate it at any international or local destination your heart desires.

Please visit www.aziza.ca/group


Laila Ghattas is an artist, Gestalt therapist and Reiki practitioner. She is an author, public speaker and the founder of Aziza Healing Adventures. Laila combines creative self-expression with psychotherapy in programs designed to heighten awareness, inspire personal insight and improve the life of those who participate. She holds therapeutic workshops in Toronto, and draws on her worldwide outdoor adventure experience to facilitate international healing retreats for women, couples, mixed groups and corporations. Photo by Mark Trusz

For more information please email laila@aziza.ca or call 416-696-0086

If you have friends who might be interested, please forward this newsletter,
with our thanks!

sincerely yours,

Laila Ghattas
Aziza Healing Adventures
www.aziza.ca


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