The Dandenong Ranges seems to be a mecca of alternative spirituality and life style. There are a multitude of groups, businesses and classes you can attend in the Hills and surrounding area to heal your mind, body and soul, using the power of alternate therapies.
No matter what your belief system there is a place out there for you, If you want to improve your quality of life, deal with ongoing trauma, depression, anxiety, physical and emotional fitness, or to just connect with the greater spiritual world. Belonging is important for the well-being of us all. The chance to fully connect in an increasingly disconnected and isolated world is becoming more and more important. Technology and the progress of capital enterprise has created discord and alienation in our communities. Spiritual based healing practices are one way to reconnect and become part of something bigger than ourselves.
Yoga
Originating in ancient India, Yoga is a group of physical, mental and spiritual practices. It is now widely popular all around the world and is a great way to combine meditation techniques with physical action. This practice will make your core stronger than it has every been, it will unlock your whole body and vastly improve your overall mindset and outlook.
http://www.yarrarangesyoga.com.au/
Meditation
Meditation is a practice of the mind, where one uses focusing techniques to create insight, understanding and calmness. Meditation has been part of life in a myriad of cultures since the start of time and is used specifically to reduce anxiety and depression as well as other illnesses and pain.
Art Therapy
Art Therapy is the use of creative expression as a therapeutic device. Painting, sculpture, singing, dance or other forms of expression are utilised to expel emotion and improve our connection with ourselves or a larger group. The use of art as a coping mechanism for many issues is and has been utilised since antiquity.
http://lilactree.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=78
Walking Groups
The Hills are filled with nothing if not thousands of beautiful walking tracks. Being part of a specific walking group can have the obvious health benefits of physical exercise plus the bonus of belonging to a group. Being part of a walking group can help you reconnect with your community, yourself and your environment.
https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/Mt-Evelyn-Walking-Adventure-Group-MWAG/
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