MAY '09 NEWSLETTER

In this May 2009 Issue:

How Aziza Helps Relationships
Announcements
Events at a Glance
Women's Getaways
Women's Vacations
Couples Retreats
Relationship Workshops
Truly Madly Deeply Workshops
Bali Retreat Overview
Bali Bliss Wellness Journeys

previous issues:08 Jan. Mar. April May June July Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. 09 Jan. Mar. April

Our Relationship Patterns workshop is offered as both a Couples retreat at Viamede Resort, Ontario and as a workshop open to singles, family member and couples in Toronto.

This workshop truly establishes that seeing is believing.

Participants creatively explore a list of thought provoking questions: What did your parents teach you about relationship? What do you value most about your spouse? What contributions have you made to your marriage that you are proud of? What do you need to apologize for?

With no required art skills, answers were effectively articulated with crayons, collage, clay and markers, resulting in simple expressions of profound truths.

Aziza's therapeutic approach uses creative non verbal communication to transcend all the words you no longer hear.

Clarity, honesty and finally compassion become much more available. READ MORE...

Whether you are happily married wanting to tweak some areas, are facing a relationship wall, or need to improve communication within your family, this workshop helps you understand one another in ways you can't begin to imagine.

May 23 - 24 Couples Retreat Limited Space left!

May 30 - 31 Relationship Patterns in Toronto Limited Space left!

Aziza Program discounts!

In order to ensure you have an opportunity to continue or begin your personal growth process and life improvement skills, please accept our offer to make our events financially accessible for you.

We can provide special rates and installment plans.

Please phone 416. 696. 0086 or email to discuss your needs.

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This WEEKEND! May 16

Truly Madly Deeply Self-Discovery Workshop

There's room for two more who are ready to creatively discover personal insights while having a whole lot of fun! The garden is full of pear blossoms, lilacs, forget me not's, tulip, daffodils and many other spring miracles. Weather permitting we'll be outside.Click here for details

Email for last minute Subscriber Only savings!

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Next weekend! May 23 - 24

Relationship Revelations Couples Retreat.

Two spaces left for this perfect opportunity to refresh and renew your relationship.

Click here for details

Email for last minute Subscriber Only savings!

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Sunday May 31 in Toronto!

Drop off your extra perennial divisions and seedlings on Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Then, stock up your garden with new varieties on Sunday.

Drop-off plants: Thursday & Friday after 7:00 pm Saturday, may 30 – all day (call for possible pick-up)

sale: Sunday, May 31, 9:00 am, rain or shine
where: 240 Wychwood Avenue
info: 416-654-0658 or angela.vallely@tdsb.on.ca
www.divideconquer.ca

All proceeds go to Princess Margaret Hospital’s “TheRide to Conquer Cancer”

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Aziza is partnering up to cross promote fabulous programs so that you can have your pick of healing opportunities.

Grace Cirocco is a well respected best selling author, public speaker and facilitator who, amongst many other things, holds annual retreats in Italy!

La Vita Bella Vacations Retreat, Sept. 19 - 29, 2009 on the Amalfi Coast

Visit the website to view all the gorgeous details of this sure to sell out retreat. www.gracecirocco.com/italy.html

Truly Madly Deeply Art & Therapy Workshops
Sat. May 16, Toronto

Couples Relationship Revelations Retreat,
May 23 - 24, Ontario, Canada

Relationship Patterns Workshop,
May 30 - 31, Toronto, Canada

Truly Madly Deeply Art & Therapy Workshops
Sat. June 6, Toronto

Women's Wellness Getaway:
June 12 - 14, Thirteen Moons, Ontario, Canada

Women's Wellness Retreat Vacation:
June 22 - 26, Thirteen Moons, Ontario, Canada

Women's Sea Kayaking Getaway
July 1 - 3 , Ontario, Canada

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View the entire year on the Calendar link anytime on the web site.

Held at Thirteen Moons Women's Culinary Retreat Centre, Kawartha's, Ontario, created specially for women who:

~dream of a relaxing respite from family/work obligations
~need time to reflect and find clarity
~long to be nurtured and restore their depleted spirit
~seek the camaraderie of kindred souls

"The creative exercises were very surprising. I have not explored the artistic side of myself to any depth and was utterly amazed at the depth revealed in my limited work."

Women's Sea Kayaking Getaway.

Back by Popular Demand. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy some of the most spectacular scenery in North America while discovering the best of you. Beginners are welcome!

July 1 - 3. Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada Click here for details LIMITED SPACE LEFT!

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There's No Place Like Home! Feeling out of balance, spending more time and energy doing, and less on being and feeling? This retreat is for women who feel a stirring and restlessness deep within that whispers something essential is missing- in life, in relationships, in work. Whether you are a mom, career woman, or a woman in transition with questions, take time out to focus on your inner life, awaken your Feminine essence and consciously experience expressing that neglected part of you.

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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, Kawarthas, Ontario. Enjoy early bird savings!

" 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."

Joy, Pleasure & Contentment! Seeking greater familiarity with the gifts available in each moment? This week is for women with room for more pleasure and joy. Mavericks who dare to drink deeply from the well of contentment. Dust off your creative energy with expressive art, move your weary stiff muscles through the cedar groves and labyrinth path, nourish your soul with organic meals, replenish your spirit in a hammock by the march.

There's No Place Like Home! Feeling out of balance, spending more time and energy doing, and less on being and feeling? This retreat is for women who feel a stirring and restlessness deep within that whispers something essential is missing- in life, in relationships, in work. Whether you are a mom, career woman, or a woman in transition with questions, take time out to focus on your inner life, awaken your Feminine essence and consciously experience expressing that neglected part of you.

Elizabeth Gilbert introduced us to the Italian phrase 'Il bel far niente', the beauty of doing nothing, in her acclaimed book Eat Pray Love. In Italy, " the more exquisitely and delightfully you can do nothing, the higher your life's achievement." Bliss is surrendering to the new art form of doing nothing all week long!

Truly Madly Deeply Self- Discovery Workshops,Toronto, Ontario

Have the best fun ever finding out more about yourself. Some packages include private therapy sessions. Click here for details Saturday or Sunday 10:30 - 4:30

"I have done two workshops now and would recommend anyone who is looking for self insight to join for a time of fun and challenge!"

As promised, here's a look at our grand time in Bali last winter.

Our 2009 retreat was an exquisite example of the gifts that effortlessly unfold when hearts are open to receive.

Every group member came with the advantage of a high degree of personal accountability for her decision to join the retreat.

Each understood and accepted the liberating truth that ultimately we are each responsible for the quality of time we spend anywhere and that it's a personal choice to make the best of and enjoy every opportunity.

Life rises beautifully and miraculously to greet an open heart.

Serendipitously we gathered for a private consultation with a traditional Balinese Shaman located on the other side of the Volcanoes....MORE

Find 2010 Bali retreat dates below. Next tier of Early bird savings expire July 1.

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Lightness Of Being BALI 9-day Wellness Retreat
Indonesia

January 28 - February 5, 2010

" Laila's thoughtful planning and attention to detail brought a dimension to my Balinese experience that I wouldn't have been able to find myself in such a brief visit. Doing the deep therapeutic work against the Bali backdrop was magical."

Click here for details

2nd tier EARLY BIRD SAVINGS expire July 1.

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BALI Bliss Exotic Wellness Journey
Indonesia

February 16 - 22, 2010

" Hi Laila: I have already decided that I want to go back to Bali next year.... I guess the fact that I already want to book for next year should give you a clue to how much I enjoyed the retreat this year! "

" Thank you very much Laila for the amazing experience and for taking such good care of us. You have created a miracle in Bali."

Click here for details

2nd tier EARLY BIRD SAVINGS expire July 1.

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CUSTOMIZED RETREATS & WORKSHOPS

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.

For Corporate and private social groups. Click here for details

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.