Coyote Institute’s Department of Hypnotic Studies is pleased to announce a new hypnosis workshop led by Peter Blum, Lewis Mehl-Madrona, and Barbara Mainguy. This workshop will be held in person from January 19-21, 2024 at The Nest: a beautiful retreat center, which has hosted a number of Coyote Institute gatherings over the past few years , located in Woodstock, New York.
We begin with the understanding that trance is a naturally occurring state. We all go in and out of different “trance states” every day. Traditional healers didn’t have the word “hypnosis”, but they regularly used story, music, imagery, and ceremony to engage the unconscious mind for purposes of healing and guidance.
This workshop is suitable for those who have no prior background studying hypnosis formally, as well as for people with prior training. On Friday, Peter will offer an overview of basic hypnotic concepts. Saturday and Sunday, Peter will be joined by Lewis and Barbara. All three have all been utilizing hypnotic approaches to help others (and themselves) for decades. Together we will explore contemporary and ancient approaches to utilizing the power of the unconscious.
What is it about “Coyote Hypnosis” that distinguishes itself from other types? Traditionally in many cultures, Coyote was a “trickster figure”who was often breaking the rules and bringing teachings through his adventurous mishaps. Coyote embraces contradiction and paradox, cleverly dancing with chaos to bring about creative solutions and healing… In addition, Coyote is the tutelary spirit of "Coyoteway", one of the Navajo curing ceremonies - intended to restore the patient's harmonious relationship with Coyote and the world, and to bring about a return to good health.
Coyote stands outside the circle frequently, which provides Coyote a different perspective, allowing one who takes a Coyote approach to think outside the box. We are planning on lots of demonstrations, opportunities to practice with others, and experiential learning!
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Because this workshop has a “non-sequential approach”, people can attend for one, two, or three days.The price for this event is $600 for three days; $475 for two days, or $250 for one day. Sliding scale options are available for those in need. Participants are responsible for their own food (a large communal kitchen is available for lunch). Lodging is available at The Nest for an additional fee. Space is limited. Pre-registration is requested.
To register, and/or arrange for lodging during the event, please contact Stefanie at 917-657-0730 or stefanie368@gmail.com