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News + New Good Things from Tia Norman

You are the force that opens a rose.

-Don Miguel Ruiz

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Peaceful, Centered + Connected

An interesting thing has happened outside of my window

All of the trees have lost their leaves

And yet something in me tells me

They still remember who they are

A New Way to See the Good News

A new way to see the Good News is a short passage that may offer a fresh perspective or insight into the ancient collection of poems, letters, and stories known as the Bible. This section is currently dedicated to exploring identity.

“But Moses said, "Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?"

- Exodus 3:11

A bush is on fire, yet it's not being consumed, and Moses is tasked with liberating an oppressed segment of the population. His first question is not "how" will he, be but "who" is he? Who is he to undertake such a monumental call? The bush, which we come to learn is housing the voice of God, responds interestingly. The bush tells Moses who Moses is with these words, "I will be with you." Perhaps another way to hear that would be, "You are the one God is with." Perhaps remembering that is where liberation begins for all.​​​​​​

Until next time.

Grace + Ease,

Tia

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A New Course + Connecting One-on-One

A Course on Growing Closer to God Through Centering Prayer

Begin, grow, and deepen a meditation practice as a pathway to healing, emotional stability, deep connection, and awakening through in-depth teachings and practice.

During this course, you’ll explore a variety of the key elements and inner workings of the meditation practice known as Centering Prayer. Centering Prayer is not so much about how we speak to God but more so how God speaks with us - through relationship.

You’ll gain insight into the transformation available within the practice, encouraging you to return daily as a pathway to healing, emotional stability, deep connection, and awakening. This course includes a weekly in-depth look at components of the practice, space to meditate and reflect as well as a live interactive classroom where Tia can reply to questions.

❥ What You'll Discover:

• Foundational Techniques: Build a strong base for your meditation practice.
• Radical Insights: Learn the why’s, what’s and how's beneath the practice of Centering Prayer
• Meditative Moments: Practice in the sacred context of community
• Support for the Journey: Live interactive sessions to respond to your questions in real time.
• Access to Replays: Join live or watch the recordings at your own pace

❥ Course Highlights:

• Expert Guidance: Led by Tia Norman, a seasoned meditation practitioner, spiritual mentor and teacher
• Personalized Support: Receive individualized feedback as questions arise.
• Community Connection: Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals on the same journey.
• Progressive Learning: Each gathering builds upon the last, ensuring a comprehensive and gradual deepening of your practice.

❥ Who Can Benefit:

• Beginners seeking a meaningful introduction to Centering Prayer.
• Experienced practitioners looking to explore new dimensions in their meditation.
• Anyone on a spiritual journey seeking peace, balance, and inner harmony.

❥ Course Outline:

• Week 1: What to expect, How we got here, Praying as Knowing
• Week 2: Sacred Symbols, Attention + Intention, Gentleness
• Week 3: Defining Thoughts, Non Attachment + Letting Go, Withholding Judgement
• Week 4: Theological Grounding, Levels of Awareness, Types of Intellect
• Week 5: Divine Therapy, The Ego, The Language of the Ego
• Week 6: Your True Self, Welcoming Emotions, Emergence
• Week 7: Your Relationship with Time, Integrating Into Your Daily Life, Harvesting the Fruit

Embark on this 7 week exploration of Centering Prayer, and witness the positive impact it can have on your life. Embrace the profound wisdom of this ancient practice and cultivate a more grounded, centered, and connected existence.

7 Saturday Gatherings

March 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th

April 13th, 20th, 27th

(Please note we do not meet on April 6th)

Time: 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM CST via Zoom

Investment: $315 ($45/session) Paid installments of 157.50 over two months

Pay From the Heart: I believe in making spiritual growth accessible to all. If the recommended investment is not available to you at this time choose the value you place on this transformative journey allowing you to participate in this course without financial constraints, reply to this email and we'll figure out the details.

And if you need time to retreat you can join me in-person in Miami March 1-4 as I provide mindset support during the Water and Well Being Retreat hosted by Sarah King Creates. Learn more here.