Introduction to
“The Tao of Dreaming”
Sheryl Martin, OMD, is a
doctor of Oriental medicine, licensed acupuncturist, and
registered nurse. She has been practicing Traditional Chinese
Medicine for more than 18 years. She is owner and clinical
director of an Integrative Medicine Center in Baltimore Maryland.
She facilitates dream workshops using the principles of Chinese
Medicine.
Abstract
The Tao of Dreaming Lecture
Topics Covered:
- Introduction to role of dreams
in healing.
- Historical perspectives.
- Overview of Taoist principles
in relation to dream work.
- Comparison of Eastern and
Western approaches to dream work.
- Summary of the Tao of Dreaming
techniques and practical benefits.
The Tao of Dreaming Workshop
Description: In this workshop,
participants are introduced to a new technique of dream work that
merges Eastern and Western theories. The focus of the workshop
will be on the principles of Taoism and how they can be utilized
as a framework for personal dream study. Participants will learn
how to use the principles of Yin and Yang and Five Elements for
dream interpretation. They will benefit by having a deeper
understanding of how dreams play a role in healing. The material
is based on the newly released book The Tao of Dreaming: A
Holistic Approach to Dreams, Health, and Healing (Berkley Books,
2005) by the workshop presenters. Participants must bring to the
workshop at least one recorded dream of their own. Handouts will
be provided.
Learning Objectives: By the
end of the workshop the participant will be able to:
- Identify a method of personal
dream study that is relative to the principles of Taoism.
- Utilize a Yin/Yang and a Five
Element approach to dream interpretation.
- Apply the dream methodology in
variety of ways.
- Gain a deeper understanding of
the role of dreams in healing.
Hour 1:
Hour 2:
