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Travels & Teachings 2012


January 3, 2012 • Asheville, N.C.

Prostate Cancer Support Group
With Michael Rossoff, L.Ac.

Tuesday, January 3 @ 7:00 pm • No Charge
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This short talk offers men a key to long-term self healing. The importance of daily eating and exercise is a foundation for successful "containment" without surgery. Foods and drinks, both detrimental ones and positive ones will be explained. Also, the power of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can give added support. At the most profound level of deep healing comes the emotional and spiritual sides of life, which must be nourished for true healing to succeed.
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February 1, 2012
• Asheville, N.C.

Are You Too Yin or Too Yang?
With Michael Rossoff, L.Ac.

Part I of a series titled FOOD, HEALTH & HEALING
Sponsored by Asheville Macrobiotic Alliance

Wednesday, February 1 @ 7:00 pm • Jewish Community Center • Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC • $10
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The yin yang perspective is easy to learn and is an extraordinary tool for understanding the nature of all things. It takes us beyond simple opposites (good/bad, healthy/sick) to the truth that everything is a gradation between these opposites. The unique dynamic of yin/yang lies in seeing reality unfiltered by emotions or biases. From this vantage point, we can begin exploring cause and effect, and the true nature of change.
Michael will explore the basic meanings of yin and yang, with key helpful ways of applying them to your personal health. He will explain how understanding yin/yang principles can give you insights not only for physical but also for mental and spiritual realms of health. Learn the profound value of using yin and yang as tools for understanding your condition. Our body sends us messages with symptoms that communicate temporary imbalances as well as stagnation and accumulating troubles. From imbalance to wholeness, this lecture will guide you through important ways of empowering yourself for self healing.
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February 21, 2012 • Asheville, N.C.

The Heart of Emotional Well-Being
With Michael Rossoff, L.Ac.

Tuesday, February 21 @ 7:00 pm • At Jubilee! Church • 46 Wall Street, Asheville, NC • $10 at the door
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From the physiology of our four-chambered heart to our emotional associations with it, the heart is pivotal to our health. According to Oriental medicine the heart not only pumps blood but also governs and carries all emotions. The wellness of the circulatory system depends on the heart, but also includes liver, spleen and arteries and veins. A healthy heart is essential for true happiness, for spiritual calm to emotional enthusiasm. By taking responsibility for our thoughts, actions and reactions, we can explore ways of tuning in without tuning out. Topics discussed in this lecture will be: • importance of heart to physical, emotional and spiritual health • interdependence of heart with kidneys, liver and small intestines • deeper meaning of blood pressure readings • cholesterol–villian or empowerer? • statin drugs–pro's, con's and alternatives • way to create stronger heart with foods • simple, empowering qigong & acupressue points.
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March 9-13, 2012
Washington, D.C.
Saturday Evening, March 10
Dinner-Lecture

“The Power of Five Transformations ”

Dinner-Lecture
Juliette Tahar • www.HealthyLivingInc.org • 202-664-9679

Bethesda, Md.
Counseling, March 9-13, in Bethesda, Md.
Michael Rossoff • 828-258-1883

THE POWER OF FIVE TRANSFORMATIONS
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The Five Transformations is an ancient Chinese model for understanding diversity (yin and yang) in a coherent way. What makes this unique is in its simplicity. Like so much of Oriental medicine and philosophy, it is easy to learn and yet it will enrich your understanding of life profoundly. These five phases represent different energy states between great expansion to great contraction. They reflect all aspects of change and differences that exist in the real world. From seasons, to emotions, to foods, tastes and smells, to organ systems, to mental qualities and much more, all things can be organized into a comprehensive picture that gives meaning and insight. You can be enriched deeply by this study.
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May 24-31, 2012 •  London, England
MAY 25-27

“Basic Alchemy--
Oriental Medicine & Macrobiotics”


CONTACT: Concord Institute • www.concordinstitute.com • +44 (0)20 7607 1140

For Counseling from May 23-24 & May 28-31
Please contact M. Rossoff

 
Basic Alchemy—Oriental Medicine & Macrobiotics
With Michael Rossoff
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This 3-day seminar’s in-depth description is available--
as a .pdf file (CLICK HERE) or on Concord’s website.
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June 15-20, 2012
Washington, D.C.
Saturday Evening, June 16 • Dinner-Lecture
“The Heart of Emotional Healing ”

Dinner-Lecture
Juliette Tahar • www.HealthyLivingInc.org • 202-664-9679

Bethesda, Md.
Counseling, June 15-20, in Bethesda, Md.
Michael Rossoff • 828-258-1883

HEALING THE HEART—WESTERN & EASTERN PERSPECTIVES
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From the physiology of our four-chambered heart to our emotional associations with it, the heart is pivotal to our health. According to oriental medicine the heart not only pumps blood but also governs and carries all emotions. The wellness of the circulatory system depends on the heart, but also includes liver, pancreas, kidneys, arteries and veins.  In Oriental medicine the Heart governs consciousness and sleep, so improving the energy of heart will benefit both of these. Further, a healthy heart is essential for true happiness, from spiritual calm to emotional enthusiasm.  Topics will include:  * Is cholesterol the main cause for heart disease?  * Do statin drugs do more harm than good, and what are the alternatives?  * What is the meaning of blood pressure from Oriental medicine perspective?  * Which foods and herbs help strengthen the heart?   * How to create emotional peace in any situation  * Empowering acupressure points and one qigong exercise for strengthening the heart.
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September 7-11, 2012
Washington, D.C.
Saturday Evening, September 8
Dinner-Lecture

“Healing the Heart—Part 2: Heart As Ruler of Mind & Spirit ”

Dinner-Lecture
Juliette Tahar • www.HealthyLivingInc.org • 202-664-9679

Bethesda, Md.
Counseling, September 7-11, in Bethesda, Md.
Michael Rossoff • 828-258-1883

HEALING THE HEART—Part 2
Heart As Ruler of Mind & Spirit

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The September lecture will focus on the emotional and psychological health of the heart. I will begin with a brief review of heart problems from Western medicine and Oriental medicine perspectives. Then I will explain how spiritual consciousness is connected to the heart energy system in Chinese medicine. From these insights you will find the framework for improving your personal direction in life, including a better connection to your intuition. I will include information about specific foods that can protect and heal the heart along with several qigong exercises for strengthening the heart.  This lecture on the heart is a continuation of my talk given in June. If you attended that lecture, you will learn new information in this September session. If you missed the June lecture you will enjoy and benefit by learning about the heart in this talk.
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September 28-October 2, 2012
Cambridge, Mass.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 28, 2012 • Ten Easy Steps to Greater Health • With Michael Rossoff, L.Ac.
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SATURDAY, SEPT. 29 — 1:30-5:00 pm
Seminar: How to Assess Your Condition


Lecture & Seminar Registration
Karin Stephan • KarinStephanYoga@aol.com • 617-497-0218
Counseling in Cambridge, Mass.
Michael Rossoff • 828-258-1883

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LECTURE--Cancelled
Macrobiotics can seem confusing at first. The many rules and recommendations (often stated as the dos and don'ts) may not make much sense. For people with experience in macrobiotics, it can still be challenging to discern the important factors from the many minor rules and idealistic perceptions.
Macrobiotics, like any dietary approach, must fulfill five areas to have a lasting impact on your life:— Nutritionally sound — Easy and comfortable for the digestive system
— Emotionally satisfying — Easy to understand — Socially do-able.
Most of us want to extend these priorities to include positive ecological and spiritual levels. This lecture will bring clarity to the how's, when's, and why's for adapting macrobiotic eating to a common sense and do-able way of life.
SEMINAR--Cancelled
This seminar introduces Oriental diagnosis as a simple and useful means for understanding your constitution and current condition. Based on longstanding traditions you will learn key ways to assess acute and chronic conditions, including how to know the difference between passing symptoms and more serious health issues. We will use basic facial, hand, tongue, and meridian diagnostic tools. This seminar will emphasize ways to evaluate the health of the digestion and respiratory systems. You will learn simple steps for both responding to symptoms and improving your condition. Handouts will be included.
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October 16, 2012 • Asheville, N.C.

Macrobiotics Simplified
With Michael Rossoff, L.Ac.

Tuesday, October 16@ 7:00 pm • At Jubilee! Church • 46 Wall Street, Asheville, NC • $10 at the door

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Macrobiotics can seem confusing at first. The many rules and may not make much sense. For people with experience in macrobiotics, it can still be challenging to discern the important factors from the many minor rules and idealistic perceptions.
Macrobiotics, like any dietary approach, must fulfill five areas to have a lasting impact on your life:
• Nutritionally sound • Easy and comfortable for the digestive system
• Emotionally satisfying • Easy to understand • Socially do-able.
Most of us want to extend these priorities to include positive ecological and spiritual levels. This lecture will bring clarity to the how's, when's, and why's for adapting macrobiotic eating to a common sense and satisfying way of life.
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October 19-22, 2012 • Asheville, N.C.

Basic Alchemy—Macrobiotics & Oriental Healing
With Michael Rossoff, L.Ac.

Friday-Monday, October 19-22 • At Asheville Training Center • Asheville, NC
Pre-registration only

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This unique 3½ day seminar can deepen and widen your understanding of healing and health. Never before has this program been given in America. It has been presented in London, England yearly for the past 6 years, with over 100 people attending. This special study program is designed for new people and for long-time students of macrobiotics and natural healing. You will gain insights into the true nature of healing and how to understand what actions you can take for changing yourself, and maintaining greater wellness.
Please see full descriptions of the course material and support teacher, plus daily schedule and costs at, http://www.MacroStudies.com.
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November 12-14, 2012 •  Palo Alto, California
Monday Dinner-Lecture (November 12)
“Why Women Live Longer Than Men ”

For Counseling, Contact • Ken Becker • 650-274-1084
WHY WOMEN LIVE LONGER THAN MEN
With Michael Rossoff, L.Ac.
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On average, women in the U.S. live 5 to 8 years longer than men do. Why? What factors over a lifetime influence this difference? Some scientists credit genetics, others point out that women are often less aggressive and conflict-prone than men, and more inclined to take care of themselves. This lecture will explore the energies of life and how they differ between men and women, - from an oriental medicine perspective.
One example of a woman's internal strength is her power to conceive and give birth. Meanwhile, some men lead healthy lives well into their 90s, and in modern times, many women have more post-menopausal diseases, including increasing heart and circulatory diseases. How can we interpret these factors and learn from them? Lifestyle, dietary habits, sleep, emotional responses, along with spiritual and community connections, play key roles. Whether you are a woman or a man, this lecture will guide you to a greater understanding of your potentials.
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December 7-12, 2012

Washington, D.C.
Saturday Evening, December 8 • Dinner-Lecture  • “Eat Right for Your Age”

Dinner-Lecture
Juliette Tahar • www.HealthyLivingInc.org • 202-664-9679

Bethesda, Md.
Counseling, December 7-12, in Bethesda, Md.
Michael Rossoff • 828-258-1883

EAT RIGHT FOR YOUR AGE
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Ten year old children shouldn't drink alcohol and fifty year old adults shouldn't drink milk. Some dietary ideas are easy to accept and others need explanation. This lecture concerns appropriate choices of foods based on our age. Macrobiotics stresses the values of adjusting our eating to seasons and geographical location, also the importance of emphasizing specific food groups, such as vegetables, grains, beans, along with other foods groups. Equally valuable is tuning in to best eating habits and foods for our age, with consideration given to our activities, lifestyle and gender. If you want to live healthfully and successfully into older age, then you can learn key approaches that will benefit body, mind and spirit according to your personal age and needs. 
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