Oct. 12, 2009
University of Wisconsin-Stout in Menomonie will host its 13th annual Body, Mind and Spirit Conference Oct. 30-31. The theme this year will focus on healing the planet.
On Friday, Oct. 30, a full-day pre-conference workshop titled “Inner Ethics: Examining Countertransference with Compassion” will be held. The workshop helps participants compassionately explore the personal countertransference and transference issues that arise in all counseling and healing work. The program is based on the book “The Ethics of Caring” by Kylea Taylor, which provides a model for transforming the understanding and practice of ethics in healing relationships. Cost for the pre-conference workshop is $75 through Oct. 19, and $95 after that date.
The one-day main conference is Saturday, Oct. 31 and includes a keynote address by spiritual writer and teacher Andrew Harvey titled “Sacred Activism and the Future of the Planet.”Harvey’s presentation will be based on his most recent book “The Hope,” in which he argues that spiritual practices are beneficial in preparing to address the problems facing humanity. Harvey has published more than 20 books on spirituality and mysticism. More information on Harvey is available at http://www.andrewharvey.net/.
The conference also will offer experiential sessions with more than 20 presenters, including nurses, psychologists, clergy, body work practitioners and other alternative healers. An exhibit hall with books, alternative therapy options, jewelry, and experiential work with massage therapists and others will be open.
The intended audience for the conference includes traditional and alternative healers, professionals and students in medicine, therapy and psychology, and anyone with an interest in spirituality and healing.
Participants also may earn one or two undergraduate or graduate credits in association with a course taught by conference co-founder Bob Salt, professor in UW-Stout’s department of human development and family studies.
Cost for the main conference is $95 before Oct. 19, and $115 after that date. Fees cover all workshops, lunches and materials. A student discount is available.
To register for the conference or for more information, contact UW-Stout Outreach Services at 715-232-2793, or visit http://www.uwstout.edu/outreach/bms/.
