What we’re about
Since 2001, Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library has presented hundreds of live events by authors, researchers, and practitioners several times each month.
Tuesday Lecture Series weekly at 7pm.
RVML, 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, Oregon, one mile west of I-5 exit 14 MAP
RVML is open 10-6 Tue-Sat with books and media to borrow, purchase, or trade. All subjects: fiction & nonfiction.
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RVMLResourceCenter/videos
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Deepening True Self Connection with the Hakomi Method by Marina McDonaldRogue Valley Metaphysical Library, Ashland, OR
FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14.
Join our Hakomi House of Ashland Training Team for a fascinating presentation and discussion and discover the power of Refined Hakomi for expanding our capacity to give and receive love and deepen our true self connection.
About The Hakomi Method:
Hakomi operates in a new paradigm moving away from the Western psycho-therapeutic model. It is an alchemy of spiritual, scientific, and healing elements. We gather in-person in small groups for an experimental, body-centered experience focusing on the experiencing self, incorporating the following foundational principles of Hakomi:
- Mindfulness
- Loving Presence
- Non-violence
- Organicity
- Assisted self-discovery
- Somatic awareness
- Nourishing contact
- Providing missing experiences
Marina McDonald is the Director of Hakomi House of Ashland. Marina moved to Ashland, Oregon from Los Angeles in 1994, leaving behind a glamorous life as owner and designer of JAZZ Furniture and Lighting Inc.
A magical set of circumstances led Marina to meeting Ron Kurtz in 1997, and she remained close to him as friend, student, and business partner until his death in 2011.After her first astonishing session with Ron, Marina immersed herself in Refined Hakomi becoming certified personally by Ron Kurtz as a therapist, teacher and trainer. With many stories to share, Marina is writing a book about her years with Ron, and as founder/director and lead trainer for Hakomi House, she works with a gifted training team offering a pure in-person Refined Hakomi experience.
Presenter’s Website: http://HakomiHouse.org
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- The Doctrine of Signatures: Listening to Nature’s Language by Tricia AmaraRogue Valley Metaphysical Library, Ashland, OR
FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14.
This lecture introduces participants to the Doctrine of Signatures- an ancient approach that suggests a plant’s appearance offers insight into its healing properties.
This is a way of seeing plants as teachers, each bearing visible signs of their healing gifts. Rooted in Hermetic philosophy, folk tradition, and deep observation, this presentation invites participants to attune to the symbolic language of the green world.
Explore the historical roots of this concept, its use in both folk and clinical herbalism, and practical examples of plant signatures that connect form with function.
Through stories and clinical examples, learn about how the colors, shapes, and gestures of a plant offer clues to its purpose.
Tricia bridges traditional wisdom and contemporary herbal practice, offering both inspiration and useful frameworks for herbalists, students, and plant lovers alike.Tricia Amara is a clinical herbalist with over 30 years of experience in herbology, nutrition, and holistic healing. A professional member of the American Herbalists Guild, her approach combines deep-rooted traditional wisdom with evidence-based practice.
With academic training in biology, botany, and nutrition from Willamette University, Oregon State University, and post-graduate studies through UC San Diego and the Ojai Center for Phytotherapy, Tricia offers individualized care that addresses the root causes of imbalance.
Raised on the island of Maui with a physician father, Tricia’s early exposure to both conventional medicine and the healing power of nature shaped her lifelong calling. Her practice began as a clinic and apothecary in Encinitas, California and now flourishes in Ashland, Oregon.She specializes in creating customized herbal treatment plans using teas, tinctures, and topical remedies, while empowering clients to reconnect to body, nature, and self.
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- Bridging Divides Video & Discussion: Why Meeting in the Middle Isn’t EnoughRogue Valley Metaphysical Library, Ashland, OR
FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14.
“Bridging Divides” Learning to Depolarize Our Relationships Video & Discussion facilitated by Marla Estes, MA.
THIRD WEDNESDAYS Monthly at 7pm: Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17, Jan 21
Wed. Sep 17, 7pm: Video: “Why Meeting in the Middle Isn’t Enough for Today’s Trickiest Debates”
Join us as we explore how to move beyond black-and-white thinking and gently nudge ourselves toward greater nuance.
“Throughout history, thinkers from ancient Greece to China have practiced the art of contemplating different perspectives, in order to gain a more comprehensive view. Meanwhile, in America today, we can hardly engage with different perspectives, let alone integrate them. Our viewpoint diversity has become a weakness, rather than a strength.” -Stephanie Lepp, Creator of Faces of X
Join facilitator Marla Estes, MA, and learn how to “depolarize within.” Watch fascinating and insightful videos carefully selected to explore ways to depolarize and then engage in a facilitated discussion to help integrate new perspectives.
With a background in Psychology, Marla created Building Bridgers in 2017 to address the growing social and political polarization in our country.
For nearly 20 years, she has been giving presentations, movie nights, book groups, workshops, and classes helping people learn to develop insights and skills in approaching difficult conversations, deepening and growing healthy, functional, and fulfilling relationships.
Note: This event is not recorded.
Presenter’s Website: https://www.BuildingBridgers.com
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- Maturing Our Relationship to Technology by Beni OrenRogue Valley Metaphysical Library, Ashland, OR
FREE ADMISSION – 1757 Ashland St., Ashland, OR. One mile west of I-5 Exit 14.
“Finding attentional sovereignty in an age of digital distraction.” This is the tale of our time. As implied by the name of the presentation, we currently have an immature relationship to technology that is guided by naivete, selfishness, and addiction. Whether it’s weapons of mass destruction or distraction, they are expressions of our collective lack of wisdom.
Technology is an inextricable part of humanity, and we must learn to have a healthier relationship with it. We are being tested to see if we deserve continuance in the Universe. We can only save the world and pass one down worth living in if we cultivate the love and wisdom needed to be responsible stewards of our godlike technology.
Come and learn about what technology is and what its optimal role in human civilization could look like. We need as many people as possible to have these conversations.- What are the origins of technology/ why do we have tech, and all the other species don’t?
- How technology affects society in complex and unseen ways
- The rise of the internet, the iPhone, and social media
- The intricacies of how our phones damage our mental and physical health
- What conditions make us susceptible to addiction, vs what conditions make us more sovereign?
- What role should technology play in a healthy and harmonious civilization?
- Some tips for how to find technological balance
“We have paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, and godlike technology.” – E.O. Wilson.
Beni Oren is a writer, speaker, and facilitator. His facilitation skills range from meditation to qigong to intentional communication practices. He is a systems theorist and social philosopher concerned with designing a regenerative civilization. He is a culture architect interested in seeing a world where we collectively and harmoniously reach our highest potential.
He grew up on the beautiful beaches of Southern California. His journey began with a transformative meditation retreat at 19 years old, which opened his eyes to the great mystery and inherent beauty within all of life. Since then, he has lived his life seeking to understand global suffering and how we can create the more beautiful world our hearts know is possible.
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