Speaking Engagments

March 9, 2013 3-4:30 PM, Northlake Nature Center: Shinrin-yoku: The Japanese Art of Forest Bathing A short, leisurely visit to a forest to experience natural aromatherapy to allow you to connect with yourself and nature through breath.The inhalation of volatile substances emitted from trees contain essential elements that enhance our sense of well being, and are antimicrobial as well.Scientists have found that walking in forests increases the level of serum adiponectin, a hormone that affects the heart and metabolism, and reduces anxiety, depression, anger, fatigue and emotional confusion! Beginning with a short introduction and connection to the breath, and continuing with an exploration of the poetry and healing property of trees.

March 3, 2014 Natural Childbirth Education, taught by Hailey Aliff - Midwife Assistant, Doula, Certified Childbirth Educator and Elizabeth Meier - Doula and breastfeeding mother of two naturally born children at Women's Center for Healing and Transformation, Abita Springs, LA Uterine centering for a natural, healthy and nourishing pregnancy and birth.

December 10, 2013 Gulf Coast Herb Society, Gulfport, MS The Healing Power of the Body

November 17, 2013 Our body digests on many levels - it is not restricted to mechanical digesting, assimilating and eliminating "matter". This brief class will introduce you to the many ways in which you meet and greet what nourishes you. SoulPourri, Women's Center for Healing & Transformation, Abita Springs, LA

November 9, 2013 Presentation on the importance of massaging the belly and how it contributes to a happier and healthier body.  Covington Wellness Center, Covington, LA

NOVEMBER 3, 2013 3-4:30 PM, at Northlake Nature Center: Shinrin-yoku: The Japanese Art of Forest Bathing Forest Bathingis a short, leisurely visit to a forest to experience natural aromatherapy.This forest bathing trip will allow you to connect with yourself and nature through breath.The inhalation of volatile substances emitted from trees contain essential elements that enhance our sense of well being, and are antimicrobial as well.Scientists have found that walking in forests increases the level of serum adiponectin, a hormone that affects the heart and metabolism, and reduces anxiety, depression, anger, fatigue and emotional confusion! Beginning with a short introduction and connection to the breath, and continuing with an exploration of the poetry and healing property of trees.

November 2, 2013 Digesting Emotions, Blue Boy Herbal Festival, Carriere, Mississippi

June 4, 2013   Appreciation and Facilitation of Your Body's Internal Power to Be Healthy & Whole on Tuesday, June 4, at Our Place Studio in Covington (338 N. Vermont Street) as part of a  Community Health Education Series called Share the Health  $10 donation will go to local charities

May 4, 2013 Blue Boy Herbs, Carriere, Mississippi

August 26, 2010, 6-7:30 PM, Zuka Baby, 2124 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA , www.zukababy.com

May 5, 2010, Holistic Center for Health and Healing, Inc. at Unity Church of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA 7-8PM

November 19, 2009, Healing Education, Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirland Street, Covington, LA; doors open 6:15 to meet holistic practitioners; informative talk from 7-8 PM

October 31, 2009, Blue Boy Herbs, Carriere, Mississippi

October 6, 2009, Earth Odyssey, 306 Chartres, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)581-13458. 1 hour introductory talk, Tuesday, 6-7PM

July 7, 2009, Our Place Studio, 338 N. Vermont, Covington, LA 985-875-1182: 1 hour talk 12-1 PM and 6:30-7:30 PM

April 26, 2009, Blue Boy Herbal Weekend, Carriere, Mississippi

March 15, 2009, 2009 California Massage & Bodywork Convention, Doubletree Hotel, San Francisco, California, 4 hour educational workshop The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage & How it Relates to Reproductive and Digestive Health

 

More to come!