Posts Tagged ‘awakening heart’

Holi – a festival of abandon.

References to this event are often made as playing Holi. This festival of colour and a celebration of the riot that happens as Spring takes over the world holds a place dear in my heart.

I love the idea of playing with abandon and letting oneself get into the muck of what is. Playing in all this colour and the riotous quality of what one has no control over can be exhilarating and freeing.  The story of Krishna playing with the milk maids as a lowly goat heard is inspiring… The thought that good can transcend evil and that everything will be okay as long as we remain faithful is a source of strength. God to me is the divine nature and internal source that we all have in our own individual self.

Here is a description of the background of the festival:

Originally known as the ‘Holika Festival’, this ancient Indian festival has been part of the nation’s tradition for over centuries already. It is celebrated on the last full moon day of Phalguna, a month in the Lunar Calendar which falls between February and March. It marks the beginning of the spring season where colors spring to life to beautify the surroundings even more. Furthermore, it is the day when the Hindus pay homage to their legends.

According to Hindu beliefs, Holika is a devil who has the gift of immortality. He was defeated by Vishnu, the main Vedic god of preservation and the universe. It is this story of good triumphing over evil which is the main cause for the Holi Festival. It constantly reminds the people that everything will be okay as long as they remain faithful to their gods.

However, it is not only the religious anecdote in which the whole celebration is based. The act of wetting people with scented water and subsequently dumping them with bright powder colors came from the Hindu belief that the god Krishna is fond of playing pranks on little girls. He loves dumping them with water and bright colors.

Healing through play… smiling helps and the JOY of life to be found in the act of Celebration.

http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

 

Reassurance…

What will we know when it is all over? How will we know it is the end?

In the mean time I plan to live Joyfully ~ Awake.

I can always rest in the reassurance that it is not over.

Awaken Joyful Living www.phillipcoupal.ca

Awaken Joyful Living http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

For more information or questions about the work that I do with:

  • Counselling,
  • Coaching,
  • Bodywork,

please drop me an email at phillip@phillipcoupal.ca

 

A friend of mine pointed out to me the other day that I was colouring outside the lines.

This noticing on the part of my friend made me think for a moment about what I was doing, where I was going and what effect this might have on the world around me.

My noticing in response to this was:

  • I have always coloured outside the lines
  • that my colouring outside of the lines can be a bold and edgy response to the world
  • when I colour outside the lines, there are often others who are curious and want to colour outside of the lines with me.
  • I am glad for all of those who are joining in and colouring outside of the lines with me.
  • I am sad for those that feel so stuck in their expression that they will stay inside of the lines
  • I will forever continue to encourage everyone to come and colour outside of the lines with me
  • The more colour there is and the messier the whole piece is the more fun I have and when I have fun, the energy that is brought to the world can captivate and entice another to come and colour outside of the lines with me

I LOVE the way that the world works. I love that the world is responsive to the energy of LOVE

COME and COLOUR OUTSIDE OF THE LINES WITH ME!

Melting Crayon Heart

Phillip Coupal and Colouring OUTSIDE the Lines

For more information about colouring outside of the lines with boldness, strength and vitality contact Phillip Coupal at www.phillipcoupal.ca

As I look at what I have on today… I see more and more LOVE

Today, with clients and those around me, I have the honour to show the way in BEing LOVE.

This LOVE can be self LOVE or LOVE of one another, LOVE for all human-kind or LOVE of all that is…

Today is simply put about LOVE

Spread the LOVE, be generous.

Be who YOU are
and
say what YOU feel
BECAUSE
those who mind don’t matter
and
those who matter don’t mind
Dr. Seuss

Happy Birthday to Dr. Seuss today March 2nd

  • Working today on constructive projects … a little castle cleaning …
  • Working on some props and costumes for the shows that are coming up…
  • Working to create… a mud-puddle that moves… a little fire for the dragon… a mustache for the princess…
  • Working is Playing
Dr. Seuss ... Happy Birthday March 2

Dr. Seuss … Happy Birthday March 2

Phillip Coupal – Counselling + Coaching + Bodywork

Letting this moment be…

However it is…

Every moment is a new beginning… 

Every moment is a new beginning...  Every breath a fresh start...  Breathing at the Awaken Studio

Every moment is a new beginning…
Every breath a fresh start…
Breathing at the Awaken Studio

Phillip Coupal – Counselling + Coaching + Bodywork

Awaken Studio + Phillip Coupal + Counselling + Coaching + Bodywork Toronto, Ontario Canada

Events March 2013

  • Sunday March 3

Heart Jam – Sharing Circle for Men

Sharing and witnessing shine your heartfelt light in a welcoming circle of men.

Share from your heart in a caring environment. Witness the hearts of men.

Be prepared to be seen, heard and witnessed with kindness and compassion.

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto PWYC http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

Heart Jam  March 3 2013  7:00pm to 9:00 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

Heart Jam
March 3 2013
7:00pm to 9:00 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Wednesday March 6

LIFE Force – Creative Source – Salon Series

Body Aware – Body Alive

Explore self touch and pleasure in a small group men dedicated to their body, their pleasure and their awareness of their sexy queer spirit.

7:00 pm to 10:00 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $25.00 preregistration only at http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force - Creative Source Body Aware - Body Alive March 6 2013  7:00pm to 10:00 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force – Creative Source
Body Aware – Body Alive
March 6 2013
7:00pm to 10:00 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Thursday March 7

LIFE Force Movement for Men

Awaken Kundilini, Chi and Life Force energies in your body.

Breathe, Move and Meditate into an expanded sense of self.

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $10.00 preregistered $20.00 at the door http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force  Movement for Men March 7 2013  7:00pm to 8:30 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force
Movement for Men
March 7 2013
7:00pm to 8:30 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Saturday March 9

Exquisite Connections for Men

A full day of exploration, experiment and education, massage, tantra and touch techniques to enhance pleasure in the body.

9:30pm to 6:30 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $150.00 http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

Exquisite Connections for Men Discover Pleasure in the Body March 7 2013  10am to 7pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

Exquisite Connections for Men
Discover Pleasure in the Body
March 7 2013
10am to 7pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Sunday March 10

Men 4 Men Touch Exchange

This gathering for men delivers the opportunity to give and receive full bodied touch, with a group of like hearted men. Explore elements of Taoist Erotic Massage and erotic genital touch. Find new paths to a full bodied expression of pleasure.

1:00pm to 6:00 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $45.00 advance $55.00 at the door http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

Men 4 Men Touch Exchange March 10 2013  1pm to 6pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

Men 4 Men Touch Exchange
March 10 2013
1pm to 6pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Wednesday March 13

LIFE Force – Creative Source – Salon Series

Queer Spirit – Gay Soul

Come out and share your story in a group of whole hearted men.

Examine the question:

What it is like Living as a Gay Man in a Hetero-Normative World”

7:00 pm to 10:00 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $25.00 preregistration only at http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force Creative Source Queer Spirit - Gay Soul March 13 2013  7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force Creative Source
Queer Spirit – Gay Soul
March 13 2013
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Thursday March 14

LIFE Force Movement for Men

Awaken Kundilini, Chi and Life Force energies in your body.

Breathe, Move and Meditate into an expanded sense of self.

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $10.00 preregistered $20.00 at the door http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force  Movement for Men March 14 2013  7:00pm to 8:30 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force
Movement for Men
March 14 2013
7:00pm to 8:30 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Wednesday March 20

LIFE Force – Creative Source – Salon Series

Touch Explorations for Men

Join in an exploration of Sensual, Erotic and Sexual Touch. What are the experiences that you would like to have? What discoveries would you like for your body? What explorations would you like to have for yourself to have a vibrant and balanced sex life? Sex Education like you have never experienced.

7:00 pm to 10:00 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $50.00 preregistration only at http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force Creative Source Touch Explorations March 20 2013  7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force Creative Source
Touch Explorations
March 20 2013
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Thursday March 21

LIFE Force Movement for Men

Awaken Kundilini, Chi and Life Force energies in your body.

Breathe, Move and Meditate into an expanded sense of self.

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $10.00 preregistered $20.00 at the door http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force  Movement for Men March 21 2013  7:00pm to 8:30 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force
Movement for Men
March 21 2013
7:00pm to 8:30 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Special Full – Weekend Event

  • Saturday and Sunday March 23-24

Experiential Embodied Erotic Explorations for Men – Anal Touch

This weekend workshops bring a fresh and up-to-date approach to Sex Education, Conscious Eroticism and Body Awareness. Explore anal touch in a safe, sane, playful and uplifting environment. Interview required before registration.

10:00am to 7:00 pm both days – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $250.00 advance $300.00 at the door http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

Experiential Embodied Erotic Exploration for Men Anal Touch Weekend  March 23 and 24 Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

Experiential Embodied Erotic Exploration for Men
Anal Touch Weekend
March 23 and 24
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Wednesday March 27

LIFE Force – Creative Source – Salon Series

Creative Artistic Expression

Explore and create an Erotic Self Portrait. No Artistic experience is required, simply a curiosity and willingness to explore your erotic self. We will capture this self in an artistic media. Come OUT and introduce yourself to your Erotic Nature.

7:00 pm to 10:00 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $50.00 preregistration only at http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force Creative Source Expansive Expression March 27 2013  7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force Creative Source
Expansive Expression
March 27 2013
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Thursday March 28

LIFE Force Movement for Men

Awaken Kundilini, Chi and Life Force energies in your body.

Breathe, Move and Meditate into an expanded sense of self.

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $10.00 preregistered $20.00 at the door http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force  Movement for Men March 28 2013  7:00pm to 8:30 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

LIFE Force
Movement for Men
March 28 2013
7:00pm to 8:30 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Newly Added

  • Friday March 29

Men 4 Men Touch Exchange – Special Edition Good Friday

This gathering for men delivers the opportunity to give and receive full bodied touch, with a group of like hearted men. Explore elements of Taoist Erotic Massage and erotic genital touch. Find new paths to a full bodied expression of pleasure.

Don’t feel yourself to be a part of the Crucifixion Scene? Come out and explore your desire for touch in a pleasurable and uplifting environment.

1:00 pm to 6:00 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto $45.00 advance $55.00 at the door Limited to 12 participants. http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

Men 4 Men Touch Exchange Special Holiday Edition March 29 2013  1pm to 6pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

Men 4 Men Touch Exchange
Special Holiday Edition
March 29 2013
1pm to 6pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

-♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥–♥-

  • Sunday March 31

Heart Jam – Sharing Circle for Men

Sharing and witnessing shine your heartfelt light in a welcoming circle of men.

Share from your heart in a caring environment. Witness the hearts of men.

Be prepared to be seen, heard and witnessed with kindness and compassion.

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Awaken Studio 270 Carlaw Avenue Toronto PWYC http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

Heart Jam  March 31 2013  7:00pm to 9:00 pm Awaken Studio Toronto www.phillipcoupal.ca

Heart Jam
March 31 2013
7:00pm to 9:00 pm
Awaken Studio Toronto
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

As I receive another barrage of emails from various alliances and groups looking for volunteers, participants and various functions that will require I travel to them…

I think inside and see that indeed the tribe has moved on and I am here at the Oasis…

I adore creating an awakening and LOVE right here in the community and in the family that I feel so much love as I create this community and experience this family that I so LOVE. ❤

“the Reason we are here is LOVE”

Programs and Events for Men who LOVE Men
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

Of service to the Community of Gay Men and Male Couples in Toronto and Beyond.

Programs and Events for Men who LOVE Men www.phillipcoupal.ca  Of service to the Community of Gay Men and Male Couples in Toronto and Beyond.

Programs and Events for Men who LOVE Men
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Of service to the Community of Gay Men and Male Couples in Toronto and Beyond.

A graphic view of the upcoming events and offerings at the Awaken Studio

Look over these images, see what might perk your imagination, contact me for more information at  phillip@phillipcoupal.ca or look at the website at http://www.phillipcoupal.ca

Awaken Studio
www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies

Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

 

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio  www.phillipcoupal.ca Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies  Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Awaken Studio
http://www.phillipcoupal.ca
Conscious Expression of Erotic and Life Force Energies
Events and Programs for Men who LOVE Men and Men who have SEX with Men

Erotic Bodywork for men who LOVE men in Toronto

January 2013 has a whole series of events for men.

Beginning with:

Wednesday Evening Salon Series: LIFE Force Creative Source for Men. 

Thursday Evening – LIFE Force Movement for Men

  • Thursday Evenings from 7:00 pm 
    • January 10
    • January 17
    • January 24
    • January 31

Men 4 Men Touch Exchange

  • Sunday January 13th from 1:00 to 6:00

Experiential Embodied Erotic Exploration

  • Weekend Event – Taoist Erotic Massage
    • January 18th 7:00 to 10:00
    • January 19th 10:00 to 6:00
    • January 20th 10:00 to 6:00

Exquisite Connections for Men – Finding Pleasure in the Body

  • Full Day Event – Erotic Education
    • Saturday January 26th 9:30 am to 6:30 pm

Check the at www.phillipcoupal for full information and for registration.

All events take place that the Awaken Studio

Creating Loving Erotic Community for Men who LOVE Men - Toronto

Creating Loving Erotic Community for Men who LOVE Men – Toronto