SEPTEMBER '09 NEWSLETTER

In this September 2009 Issue:

Laila's journal
Subscriber Special
Upcoming Retreats

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

BACK IN THE SADDLE AGAIN!

This summer marked the occasion of getting on my bike again after six long years. It was time to reclaim my passion for the sport and move forward after my mother's passing...

One of the greatest blessings in my Toronto neighbourhood is the park system literally a minute from my home, which runs down along beautiful, tree lined paved paths that end at the beaches of Lake Ontario...

More than for this pleasure, though, is the significance of my first time out on my bike...

Six years ago almost to the day I had a serious accident while cycling this path alone...

As the doctor spoke of all the limitations of my injury I found myself making private resolutions not to comply with his prognosis...

By the end of the first week I totaled 150km on my bike...

Read more about the art of moving forward.

Bliss Wellness Journeys

Enjoy your FREE private room upgrade on these three fabulous life-altering retreats.

Private room upgrade applies only to package #2. This offer expires September 20

October 26 - 30 CALIFORNIA HEART & SOUL CARE RETREAT

Jan. 28 - Feb. 5, 2010 BALI Lightness Of Being

February 16 - 22, 2010 BALI Bliss Exotic Wellness Journey

WOMEN'S WEEKEND Wellness Getaways

ME TIME beyond your imagination. Held at Thirteen Moons Women's Culinary Retreat Centre, Kawartha's, Ontario, Canada

• September 25 - 27
• October 25 - 27
• November 13 - 15

RELATIONSHIP PATTERNS Workshop Toronto Ontario

Creatively explore what holds you back from having the healthy, thriving, loving relationship you desire. Designed for solo individuals, siblings, parents/children and couples. READ MORE...

• September 19 - 20 NEXT WEEKEND!
• November 7 - 8

TRULY MADLY DEEPLY Self-Discovery Workshops Toronto, Ontario

Have the best fun ever finding out more about yourself. Saturday or Sunday 10:30 - 4:30

• September 27

COUPLES Relationship Revelation Retreat. Viamede Resort, Ontario, Canada

For partners who are desiring deeper understanding and compassion, wanting to improve relating and communication styles, searching for true emotional intimacy and connection, or experiencing a relationship challenge. READ MORE...

• October 3 - 4

CALIFORNIA HEART & SOUL CARE RETREAT

A 5-Day Bliss Wellness Journey, Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, San Luis Obispo, CA

• October 26 - 30

FREE Private room upgrade applies only to package #2. This offer expires September 20. For Subscribers only.

" The menu had an excellent selection and I enjoyed every meal."

" The massages were probably the most physical part, but the pilates, Thai Chi and walks all helped me feel really good in my body- more appreciative and enjoyable!"

Lightness Of Being : A 9-day Bliss Wellness Journey Retreat
Bali, Indonesia

• January 28 - February 5, 2010

FREE Private room upgrade applies only to package #2. This offer expires September 20. For Subscribers only.

" 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."

BALI Bliss Exotic Wellness Journey
Bali, Indonesia

• February 16 - 22, 2010

FREE Private room upgrade applies only to package #2. This offer expires September 20. For Subscribers only.

" 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! "

CUSTOMIZED RETREATS & WORKSHOPS

Aziza Healing Adventures designs events to meet your specific vision.

We'll facilitate at any international or local destination your heart desires.

For Corporate, private social groups, or special gatherings of friends.

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.

Laila 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.