The BIG Questions We Ponder


Dear Reader,

Perhaps one of the most mysterious quandaries is our human journey and how we navigate aging. Elaine Aron's recent book on spirituality explored many aspects of awakening and enlightenment through the lifespan. Pema Chodron has recently been speaking on the lessons and mission of later life, and now we have the new book by Sister Joan, another wise teacher.
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Join me as I facilitate the new series, Wisdom and Wonder, on the first Sunday of each month, 9am PDT and Noon EDT. We will ponder deep questions, strategize life's twists and turns, and build strength through community. Space is limited, and all are welcome. Register here.​

Our autumn wisdom curriculum will begin with the lovely book, The Gift of Years by Sister Joan Chittister, and will continue with the topics the group chooses.
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At this link: The Gift of Years by Sister Joan Chittister, you will find a playlist of videos where I am reading from Sr. Joan's introduction. I will continue to add more readings throughout this week and the month of September. I encourage you to read the book as well if you are feel called. Each video has a link to Sister Joan's website where you can purchase her book if you would like, but wait...
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Register for the full Fall Series of Wisdom & Wonder by this weekend, and I will send you a copy of The Gift of Years as my gift to you. (Be sure and email me your best shipping address!)

We will be a small but spacious group. I truly hope to see you there. Questions? Feel free to ask by replying to this email.

Many blessings,
Alane
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PS
As you will hear in the introduction videos, this book is as much for those with aging parents as it is for the aging. I feel it's for all deeply thinking people, just like you and me.

Alane Freund, MS, MA​
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Lic. #LMFT36077)
International Consultant on High Sensitivity
​P 415-203-6600 E alane@areyouhighlysensitive.com

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