Following a brief overview and discussion of what meditation is and what it isn’t, and its importance for us today, participants will be invited to experience a few ways to meditate, such as silence, breath-work, mantras, sound (e.g. Tibetan singing bowls), to rest in one’s own essential being; and/or becoming a witness to tame the “monkey mind;” and/or mindfulness to become fully present and aware in each moment without judgment.

Location: Desmond Campus at Mt. St. Mary’s College Campus, 6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Cost: $25

To register, call: 845-565-2076

Disorganization is hazardous to your health! Good record keeping is essential when you are faced with a health challenge. In this practical workshop, you will learn to use Puja Thomson’s organizing tools to simplify and track your record keeping. What matters is that you can find everything without fuss or stress. Material fee: $12 payable to instructor. Please bring a three-ring binder.

Cost: $30.00

If you have ever regretted a decision you made to please someone else, but not yourself, you are not alone. It’s not always easy to be true to yourself, especially in the face of strong opinions of right and wrong! This 2-hour workshop will show you how to become a detective, not to find culprits out there, but to investigate within yourself both the signals you pay attention to and those you ignore when you make decisions. Find out what works for you and what doesn’t, and become confident to make more authentic choices .

Cost: $25.00

A Health and Wellness event in Circleville, NY, hosted by Mare Andreozzi, a Shaklee distributor. Puja will explore the relationship of authenticity to health and energy.

Call (845) 361-2771

(Time to be confirmed)

Join us for an inspiring morning to explore the quiet but “powerful knowing” of becoming your authentic self!

RSVP 845-645-3900

Please join Puja A. J. Thomson at the Andreozzi’s home for a book discussion and signing. And hear Dr. Shaklee’s story!



For members of SUNY New Paltz Lifetime Learning, Puja will present CREATE YOUR OWN PILGRIMAGE:

A pilgrimage, traditional or modern, is an inner journey of personal, and possibly spiritual, significance within an outer journey. For example, you might go, alone or with others, to a holy site, to a place you have dreamed of, in search of your ancestors, or for healing. It could be distant or nearby like a local labyrinth. Discover where YOUR pilgrimage beckons and explore the four phases of a pilgrimage: 1] the preparation, 2] the journey, 3] the arrival and 4] the return to integrate, and perhaps share, its gifts.

Contact LLI: (845) 257-2892 for Information, Membership, and Registration

For members of SUNY New Paltz Lifetime Learning, Puja will present CREATE YOUR OWN PILGRIMAGE:

A pilgrimage, traditional or modern, is an inner journey of personal, and possibly spiritual, significance within an outer journey. For example, you might go, alone or with others, to a holy site, to a place you have dreamed of, in search of your ancestors, or for healing. It could be distant or nearby like a local labyrinth. Discover where YOUR pilgrimage beckons and explore the four phases of a pilgrimage: 1] the preparation, 2] the journey, 3] the arrival and 4] the return to integrate, and perhaps share, its gifts.

Contact LLI: (845) 257-2892 for Information, Membership, and Registration

For members of SUNY New Paltz Lifetime Learning, Puja will present CREATE YOUR OWN PILGRIMAGE:

A pilgrimage, traditional or modern, is an inner journey of personal, and possibly spiritual, significance within an outer journey. For example, you might go, alone or with others, to a holy site, to a place you have dreamed of, in search of your ancestors, or for healing. It could be distant or nearby like a local labyrinth. Discover where YOUR pilgrimage beckons and explore the four phases of a pilgrimage: 1] the preparation, 2] the journey, 3] the arrival and 4] the return to integrate, and perhaps share, its gifts.

Contact LLI: (845) 257-2892 for Information, Membership, and Registration

For members of SUNY New Paltz Lifetime Learning, Puja will present CREATE YOUR OWN PILGRIMAGE:

A pilgrimage, traditional or modern, is an inner journey of personal, and possibly spiritual, significance within an outer journey. For example, you might go, alone or with others, to a holy site, to a place you have dreamed of, in search of your ancestors, or for healing. It could be distant or nearby like a local labyrinth. Discover where YOUR pilgrimage beckons and explore the four phases of a pilgrimage: 1] the preparation, 2] the journey, 3] the arrival and 4] the return to integrate, and perhaps share, its gifts.

Contact LLI: (845) 257-2892 for Information, Membership, and Registration

Wednesday, December 5 from 1-2:30

at Mount Saint Mary College Desmond Campus Speakers Series

TRACK YOUR TRUTH

We can be so easily distracted if we listen to others but not to ourselves. You can become a detective, following the clues of what works and what doesn't in your life. Your body, mind, emotions and intuition send messages all the time, but do you really listen? You'd be surprised how often we over-ride these signals and instead follow others. Thomson shows how to get back on track with what is truly meaningful in your life. Her book will be for sale following the presentation.

Puja A. J. Thomson  is director of ROOTS & WINGS in New Paltz NY. She draws from extensive professional and personal experience as a holistic therapist, interfaith minister and workshop leader in her native Scotland and the USA. Other works include: After Shock: From Cancer Diagnosis To Healing, My Health & Wellness Organizer, My Hope & Focus Cancer Organizer, and Roots & Wings For Strength and Freedom, a guided imagery and meditation CD and workbook.  www.rootsnwings.co

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2018 AT 1 PM

AT THE REFORMED CHURCH NEW PALTZ (DOWNSTAIRS)

Puja presents her new book Track Your Truth: Discover Your Authentic Life at the Study Club of New Paltz.

For more information about Track Your Truth visit https://www.rootsnwings.com/trackyourtruth

For more information about the Study Club of New Paltz contact Ann Folwer at 845-255-8091

LOOK OUT FOR FUTURE BOOK READING EVENTS WITH PUJA:

OCTOBER 7TH AT 2:30PM AT GARDINER LIBRARY

NOVEMBER 11 AT 4PM AT INQUIRING MINDS BOOKSTORE, NEW PALTZ

Puja is looking forward to talking to the Retired Men of New Paltz for 20 minutes at 8:30 at the New Paltz Plaza Diner (after breakfast).

LOOK OUT FOR FUTURE EVENTS WITH PUJA:

SEPTEMBER 11TH AT 1:00 PM AT THE STUDY CLUB OF NEW PALTZ

OCTOBER 7TH AT 2:30 PM AT GARDINER LIBRARY

NOVEMBER 11 AT 4:00 PM AT INQUIRING MINDS BOOKSTORE, NEW PALTZ

SUNDAY, AUGUST 12TH, 2018 FROM 3 TO 5 PM

AT UNISON ARTS CENTER

We are so easily distracted from truth because we listen to others, not to ourselves. With this carefully crafted, step-by-step book, become a detective to find what works and what doesn’t work in your life. 

      Follow the clues of your body, mind, emotions and spirit. 

      Focus your energy

      Create useful new habits

      Welcome change

      Live your truth.

Puja will talk about Track Your Truth, read short excerpts and sign books. Refreshments will be served, RSVP appreciated.  

[For more information about Track Your Truth visit www.rootsnwings.com/trackyourtruth]

[For more information about Unison Arts Center go to https://www.unisonarts.org/]

LOOK OUT FOR FUTURE EVENTS WITH PUJA:

SEPTEMBER 10TH AT 8:00 AM WITH THE NEW PALTZ MEN'S CLUB

SEPTEMBER 11TH AT 1:00 PM AT THE STUDY CLUB OF NEW PALTZ

OCTOBER 7TH AT 2:30 PM AT GARDINER LIBRARY

NOVEMBER 11 AT 4:00 PM AT INQUIRING MINDS BOOKSTORE, NEW PALTZ

Cost: $25.00

Desmond Campus for Adult Enrichment (Mount Saint Mary's College)

6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Prior registration requested. Call (845)565-2076

Become the creator and manager of your own health journey. Topics include: navigating the medical community, how to help your physician(s) to help you, questions to ask, second and third opinions, choosing from conventional, complementary and alternative therapies; organizing the paper trail—medical records, billing, insurance and advance directives; developing support and creating your own wellness program.  Please bring a 3-ring binder.  Materials fee: $14, payable to instructor.

Cost: $25.00

Desmond Campus for Adult Enrichment (Mount Saint Mary's College)

6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Prior registration requested. Call (845)565-2076

Become the creator and manager of your own health journey. Topics include: navigating the medical community, how to help your physician(s) to help you, questions to ask, second and third opinions, choosing from conventional, complementary and alternative therapies; organizing the paper trail—medical records, billing, insurance and advance directives; developing support and creating your own wellness program.  Please bring a 3-ring binder.  Materials fee: $14, payable to instructor.

Cost: $25.00

Desmond Campus for Adult Enrichment (Mount Saint Mary's College)

6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Prior registration requested. Call (845)565-2076 

Facing change can be challenging whether it results from your concious choice or is thrust upon you. 

Learn ways to understand and work with your personal energy to help you shift perspectives, release old habits and open up new options so that you can move more graciously /easily  and constructively through changes that inevitably happen--no matter what age you are.

Cost:  $25.00

Desmond Campus for Adult Enrichment (Mount Saint Mary's College)

6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Prior registration requested. Call (845)565-2076 Cost: $30.00

If you have  attended 'Get Organized- How to organize your medical  records', this follow-up is for you!  Bring your binder  and your questions. Get support to go  further with whatever is challenging  you.

Cost:  $30.00

Desmond Campus for Adult Enrichment (Mount Saint Mary's College)

6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Prior registration requested. Call (845)565-2076 Cost: $30.00

Disorganization is hazardous to your health! Good record keeping is essential when you are faced with any health challenge. In this practical workshop, you will learn to use Puja Thomson’s organizing tools to simplify and track your record keeping. What matters is that YOU can find everything without fuss or stress.

Material fee: $12 payable to instructor. Please bring a 3 ring binder.

Desmond Campus for Adult Enrichment (Mount Saint Mary's College)

6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Prior registration requested. Call (845)565-2076 Cost: $30.00

Disorganization is hazardous to your health! Good record keeping is essential when you are faced with any health challenge. In this practical workshop, you will learn to use Puja Thomson’s organizing tools to simplify and track your record keeping. What matters is that YOU can find everything without fuss or stress.

Material fee: $12 payable to instructor. Please bring a 3 ring binder.

Desmond Campus for Adult Enrichment (Mount Saint Mary's College)

6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Prior registration requested. Call (845)565-2076 

Facing change can be challenging whether it results from your concious choice or is thrust upon you. 

Learn ways to understand and work with your personal energy to help you shift perspectives, release old habits and open up new options so that you can move more graciously /easily  and constructively through changes that inevitably happen--no matter what age you are.

Puja will give a short presentation drawing from her cancer journey, with practical suggestions  to encourage survivors, families, and care-givers. 

F D Roosevelt High School in Staatsburg at 9 Old Post Road.

Contact American Cancer Society: 845-440-2523

Desmond Campus for Adult Enrichment (Mount Saint Mary's College)

6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

Prior registration requested. Call (845)565-2076 Cost: $30.00

Snow Date: February 28

A pilgrimage is an inner journey of personal significance and possible spiritual meaning within an outer journey.  We will consider both traditional and modern options:  Alone, or with others, you might choose to travel for healing, in search of your ancestors, to a holy site or a place you have dreamed of. It could be distant or close at hand, like a local labyrinth. We will explore the four phases of a pilgrimage which starts with the preparation, and continues with the journey, the arrival, and finally the return to integrate and perhaps share its gifts. Discover where your pilgrimage beckons.