Mono hosts weekend of self–discovery

May 15, 2014 · 0 Comments

On August 16 and 17, Deborah Kolody, owner of Visions in the Woods will host A Weekend in the Woods, “Experience the Elements of Nature”, a not-for-profit, health & wellness event in the Township of Mono”.

“Mono” has many ancient meanings, the native indigenous people named Mahnoo translated the word as “let it be so”, while in ancient Japan the word meant “spirit” and in Egypt it meant “to bring together”. This weekend certainly synchronizes with these historical meanings bringing forth an inspired journey of learning and personal self discovery with nature.

Back in 2007, Deborah was experiencing many uncomfortable, personal struggles in her own life. She was deeply searching for counsel and the best people to assist her in the process.

Gently, she was guided by a variety of local practitioners who helped her emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually. She recollects her first connection with Spiritual Counsellor and Healer, Shawna Ross of Bolton, “It was like I was being seen for the first time for who I truly am. I remember those first few sessions creating huge shifts in me, leading me to attend workshops, classes and reading a variety of books that guided me further on my journey,” she recalls. During this time Deborah explored many healing modalities including nutrition, homeopathy, reflexology, aromatherapy, Bach flower remedies, chiropractic care, crystals, yoga, reiki and many others. Those were her first few steps that inspired her to share with others all the incredible people in our community that have the ability to help us when we are in need.

This creative spark was the start of A Weekend in the Woods back in 2008. Deborah and a community of organizers/volunteers, vendors and practitioners have since created five annual events; each event has been successful at giving the attendees the resources, information and guidance they needed to create their own life changing experiences.

“Debra Jones of Debra Jones Natural Healing, is one of the practitioners that has been with the event almost from the beginning. Debra’s support, strength and encouragement, along with many other aspects of the event she oversees, contributes to the event’s foundation. Having partnerships with volunteers like Debra Jones, Shawna Ross (our Partnership Co-ordinator), Linda Hart (Program Co-ordinator) and many others is what keeps the event going”, says Deborah Kolody.

CJ Shelton of Dancing Moon Designs is another example of event partnership. CJ is an Artist, Facilitator and Shamanic Practitioner, who has participated as a vendor in previous years. Deborah shared her new vision for 2014 of working with the elements with CJ and invited her to work together to develop the concept visually through her artwork and creative energy. Being in alignment with CJ’s fascination with the elements and the “mandala” or circle form which is the primary focus of her ethereal luminous art designs…she said yes!

The vision for the weekend is based on the five elements, Earth, Fire, Water, Wind & Storm. CJ will be creating six pieces of art for the event, one for each element as well as the very first painting she has already completed titled “Genesis – The Wheel of All”, representing the beginning of everything in existence. This painting can be viewed on the Event website www.weekendinthewoods.com.

The other paintings will be posted as they are completed and will be available for purchase at the event.

Back to being an outdoor event with the theme focusing on how the Elements of Nature can be utilized to help bring us into balance. “When we are in balance, we are full of energy and vitality! When we are out of balance we can become depleted emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually,” says Deborah. The event has been designed to help you identify your imbalances and shares a variety of ways of bringing balance to all areas of your life, through the workshops, activities, vendors, practitioners and gifts that will be given to support everyone’s journey. The first gift you will receive upon registration is your personalized astrological birth chart which includes your elemental balance and how your particular balance may impact your life experience. Many others gifts will also be shared at the event!

The objective of the weekend is to create an environment where people can come to learn, shop, heal, recharge, explore, be pampered, eat healthy food, make friends and have fun, with the hopes of the attendees having life changing experiences. “Sounds like a tall order but we believe we are capable of making it happen. There will be an amazing group of women and men showing up to co-create.” shares Deborah confidently, “I know that many of our discoveries are yet to unfold, and I look forward to whatever they may be.”

Our website is open for ticket purchases. If you register before May 9, (Mother’s Day Special) Enter to Win 1 of 6 Human Design Readings…For Mothers & Others! Simply purchase your Event Passes by May 9th and you will be entered to WIN one of 6 Human Design readings by Debra Jones for you both! (An $80 value per reading).

Winners will be notified on Saturday, May 10th.This offer is for Mothers & Others! If you purchase a Pass for you and/or another, you are eligible for the draw.

For more information and to purchase tickets on-line visit the event website at www.weekendinthewoods.com Creating this weekend requires a village to make it happen, volunteers are welcome to apply.