Ahimsa Warrior Workshop #17 - Earth Chakra (Biophilia - Our innate love of nature)

Saturday, November 23rd at 12:00 pm central, 10:00 am mountain, 9:00 am pacific and 1:00 pm eastern (90 minutes)

Why does a walk through the woods or a relaxing day at the beach feel so good?

Because of Biophilia – our  innate love of nature and life. Watching life take place and being out in the fresh air and sunshine is part of our very nature. In an increasingly artificial world, how do we hold onto this magical trait? And how do we use it to our benefit?

We’ll talk about this and make some artwork :)

This workshop, we’ll be activating our Earth chakra.

Bring with you:

• The colors of soil, sky, metals, fire and wood

• Medium and materials of your choice to work with

• A notebook, paper, or journal

• Something to write with

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Leo Snow Moon Meditation
Wednesday, February 12th at 7:00 am and pm central (8:00 am/pm eastern) (6:00 am/pm mountain) (5:00 am/pm pacific)

Are we in alignment? What does that mean? Are we in the flow? In the moment? In our bodies?

The theme of discernment is coming up with this full moon.

How do we choose what’s best for us? And what are the things that get in the way?

Bring yourself back into alignment with a moment for your thoughts this Wednesday. We’ll all start to meditate at 7am for 1- 20 minutes. Set the intention to connect with the energy of our group and feel the peace we are creating.

Laurie will also be hosting a special guided meditation at ming + ming at 7:00 pm (members free).

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

This week we’ll be doing a special guided meditation for the full Snow Moon on Wednesday.

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Leo Snow Moon Meditation
Wednesday, February 12th at 7:00 am and pm central (8:00 am/pm eastern) (6:00 am/pm mountain) (5:00 am/pm pacific)

Are we in alignment? What does that mean? Are we in the flow? In the moment? In our bodies?

The theme of discernment is coming up with this full moon.

How do we choose what’s best for us? And what are the things that get in the way?

Bring yourself back into alignment with a moment for your thoughts this Wednesday. We’ll all start to meditate at 7am for 1- 20 minutes. Set the intention to connect with the energy of our group and feel the peace we are creating.

Laurie will also be hosting a special guided meditation at ming + ming at 7:00 pm (members free).

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

This week we’ll be doing a meditation that supports the theme of ‘Courage’ following our full Wolf Moon on Monday.

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

This week we will be doing a special Chakra Balancing for the Lunar New Year.

From the Farmer’s Almanac:

This year is expected to emphasize development, reflection, and transformation, with a focus on strategic planning, personal growth, and fostering harmonious relationships. The Wood element is believed to enhance the Snake’s innate traits with attributes of development, adaptability, and nurturing.

The Year of the Wood Snake is a rare and special combination that occurs once every 60 years, promoting harmony, balance, and order in the natural world.

The Year of the Wood Snake is considered an ideal time for new beginnings, romantic relationships, and long-term objectives, with a focus on environmental sustainability and green activities.

Wood: Imagination and creativity

Snake: A favorable year with opportunities; avoid overindulgence.

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Saturday, January 25th at 12:00 pm central, 10:00 am mountain, 9:00 am pacific and 1:00 pm eastern (90 minutes)

Nostalgia is a double-edged sword. It’s a necessary element that connects with our roots and our past… but are there times when we find ourselves wading through boxes of who we once were?

Does Nostalgia help us or hinder us? How do we use discernment in what we keep? And how can we use Nostalgia to create joy and enrich our lives?

For this workshop, bring with you:

• a notebook or sheet of paper

• something to write with

• medium of your choice and any materials needed to work with it (i.e. canvas, paint, clay, handwork, pens, markers, etc. - anything you feel is a creative outlet)

• Red colors like burgundy, brick, maroon and crimson

Ahimsa means nonviolence. A Warrior is someone who survives again and again. An Ahimsa Warrior is one who can do this nonviolently. Dealing with trauma is challenging, and recovering is a battle we face again and again.

This workshop is intended for those who work for peace within themselves, knowing that it ripples outward to create peace in the world. It is designed to teach us how to channel the energy of our past into artwork that heals.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

This week we’ll be doing a meditation that supports the theme of ‘Courage’ following our full Wolf Moon on Monday.

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Full Wolf Moon in Cancer Meditation (Courage)

Monday, January 13th at 4:00 pm central

“Sometimes it is the people who are closest to you that have the greatest resistance to your change and evolution.” ~ Lena Stevens, The Power Path

Having the courage to say ‘No’ to something that is out of your alignment can be a challenging task… But making the effort to do things you really value is worth it.

What is important in your family-life, work and passion projects? Where would you like to put your energy?

Join us Monday afternoon for a moment of quiet contemplation. Set the intention to connect with the energy of our group, and meditate for a few minutes or more.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

This week we’ll be doing a Chakra Balancing for the New Year!

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Capricorn New Moon Meditation (Release)
Monday, December 30th at 4pm central (5pm eastern) (3pm mountain) (2pm pacific)

As we continue to tune into what makes us authentically ourselves, we find a second new moon in December (for those in central and eastern time zones). What makes this new moon so powerful is that it stands at the gateway to a new year. What are the things that we will leave behind as we step forward into 2025?

Are there judgements or disappointments? Unrealized dreams or incomplete projects that no longer fit? Make a list of these things, and then try another one with intentions for positive change you would like to achieve.

Deeper than resolutions, this moon invites us to recalibrate our core values so that we may continue to be the best version of ourselves.

Happy New Year! Thank you for being with our group and working for peace. Many blessings in 2025!

Join us Monday, December 30th at 4pm central (5pm eastern) (3pm mountain) (2pm pacific) for a moment of calm within the bustle of the holidays. Sit with your eyes closed and your breath deep for a few minutes or more and tune into the true You.

Some suggestions for mantras and meditations:

Solstice Meditation (Simplify)
Saturday, December 21st at 3:00 pm central

How can we simplify our lives? And can we find joy in simplicity? The time of the solstice is a cycle ending and a new vision emerging. Decide what is past its time in your life and set intentions on what you would like to enter.

To quote my friend Todd… “Stop letting ugly things into your life.” (This includes negative people and others’ issues.) What do you wish for? What’s in the way?

If creativity and discussion are things that bring you into balance, join us for an Art Healing Workshop on the Solstice, Saturday, December 21st at 12:00 pm central (1pm eastern, 11 am mountain, and 10 am pacific).We’ll be talking about the concept of Joy and making some amazing artwork.

If you’d just like to join the energy of our group, sit by the fire or wherever you are at 3:00 pm central (4pm eastern, 2pm mountain, and 1pm pacific) and close your eyes for a minute or two.

Happy Holidays and much gratitude for the work you’ve done for peace within yourself and the world this year.

Saturday, December 21st at 12:00 pm central, 10:00 am mountain, 9:00 am pacific and 1:00 pm eastern (90 minutes)

Joy – it seems fleeting, transitory… only in the absence of stress and grief can we feel it.

Joy is really pumped up this time of year… as if all the holiday hubbub compels us feel joy.

But that’s not it. We feel real joy when we are content with where we are – when we’re doing or seeing something we love. Joy comes in the breaks we take and the things we savor like our favorite cup of tea.

For this workshop, we’ll be activating our Sacral Chakra, the seat of our creativity and passion, and talking about how joy plays out in our lives and what we can do consciously to visit with it.

For this workshop, bring with you:

• 1 notebook or sheet of paper

• Something to write with

• A medium of your choice and any materials needed to work with it (i.e. canvas, paint, clay, handwork, pens, markers)

• The colors, oranges, gold, bronze, brick red and anything that feels warm and comforting…

Ahimsa means nonviolence. A Warrior is someone who survives again and again. An Ahimsa Warrior is one who can do this nonviolently. Dealing with trauma is challenging, and recovering is a battle we face again and again.

This workshop is intended for those who work for peace within themselves, knowing that it ripples outward to create peace in the world. It is designed to teach us how to channel the energy of our past into artwork that heals.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

This week we’ll be doing a Chakra Balancing in preparation for the Winter Solstice.

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Sometimes we have to set the intention to recalibrate. This full moon leading up the Solstice is one of introspection and observation. What is it that will bring you back to your center? What have you noticed that brings you away from it?

On our journey, how often do we rest and reset? These times of peace make it possible to recalibrate.

Join us for moment of rest Sunday, December 15th. Sit for a minute or two and close your eyes. Tune into your breath and turn your aim to the direction you would like to go.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

This week we’ll be doing a full moon mediation for the upcoming Cold Moon.

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

With this new moon in the sign of the Archer, it’s time to take aim. Are there hidden aspirations from our past that need a seat at the table? In which direction are we heading?

“Be clear about what you want and set a strong container for realizing your intention.” ~ Lena Stevens, The Power Path

Let’s take a moment to think about what’s next. Join us for a moment of contemplation this Sunday. Take a few deep breaths or sit comfortably for 5 to 20 minutes, connecting with the energy of our group.

Sending you all much love, gratitude and appreciation this holiday season.

Saturday, November 23rd at 12:00 pm central, 10:00 am mountain, 9:00 am pacific and 1:00 pm eastern (90 minutes)

“What’s Love got to do with it?” ~ Tina Turner

Well, everything. When we’re in love we’re walking on air, but the double edge of this sword is that lack of Love causes much of the suffering in our lives. And it doesn’t have to be romantic – the difference between loving your job or not is huge.

I chose the Solar Plexus Chakra for this topic because Love has a lot to do with how we feel and use our power, and the Solar Plexus Chakra is our seat of power. Love is a fundamental part of us, and it holds a lot of the energy in our lives.

For this workshop, bring with you:

• 1 notebook or sheet of paper

• Something to write with

• A medium of your choice and any materials needed to work with it (i.e. canvas, paint, clay, handwork, pens, markers)

• The colors, yellow, gold, butter, neon, white, black and anything that feels electric…

Ahimsa means nonviolence. A Warrior is someone who survives again and again. An Ahimsa Warrior is one who can do this nonviolently. Dealing with trauma is challenging, and recovering is a battle we face again and again.

This workshop is intended for those who work for peace within themselves, knowing that it ripples outward to create peace in the world. It is designed to teach us how to channel the energy of our past into artwork that heals.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…This week we’ll be doing a Chakra Balancing to help us thrive during the wonderful and sometimes stressful Thanksgiving holiday.

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.

Friday, November 15th at 3:30 pm central

This Supermoon may have an edge of frustration to it. If you’re feeling a little untethered… spend some time working with the Earth, making lists to keep organized, or taking a moment to appreciate the people and things in your life that help you through troubled times.

“Today is a big day and full of choices, but we will always be stronger and better together. So let’s keep marching forward in the pursuit of loving ourselves deeper so we can be better at loving each other.”

~ ming + ming

Join us this Friday afternoon for a moment of rest to reset. Take a few deep breaths or meditate for a few minutes and connect with the energy of our group. If you’d like to try a guided mediation, check out the recordings at mingandming.com.

Take a breath… and relax with your pets (and the pets of others)…

wednesdays 8pm et | 5pm pt

​ming + ming meditation teaches you mindfulness techniques to use in your life.

Laurie's meditation style is influenced by nature, animals, and healing through chakras.

Come join us in this gentle + pet inclusive space.