| Why Alchemy? The origins of alchemy come from the word to transform. It was used in the medieval ages as the word for transmutation and is often understood only as meaning changing base metals into silver or gold instead of its deeper meaning; changing our base selves with all of our attachments and belief systems into our highest selves: joyful enlightened beings. All of us can experience moments of inner alchemy when we meditate, walk in nature, play, dance, draw, chant, write, make music, take a conscious breath or do whatever brings us joy. Many of us forget to give ourselves this time. We think we are too busy. I was one of those people. I was very busy, stressed and frustrated and had stopped the very leisure activities that brought peace to my heart and health to my mind and body. I became very ill. Fortunately a friend who knew me well asked me about my yoga practice (playtime) and encouraged me to get back to it. Within a few months I was healthy again. . My lesson learned here was that I was and I am 100% responsible for my own inner and outer well-being. No one else. Only me It's a recurring lesson for most of us. Fortunately there are some fairly simple leisure activities that can help us to alchemize ourselves into the joyful beings we can be. My passion is sharing them. Please call me at 435-9366 to book a private session or to inquire about the small group sessions. Elizabeth van Dreunen MA Recreation & Leisure University of Waterloo 1995 |
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