Lakshmi's Center to Thrive

10/15/2026

Please post a photo of something purple to honor the survivors and victims of DV? 💜☮️

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Tomorrow, we wear purple.💜
Join us for National Purple Shirt Day as we honor survivors, remember victims, and stand together against domestic violence.

Will you wear purple with us?

10/10/2026

On this World Mental Health Day, please follow the link below and fill out their survey for People with Lived Experiences (PWLE). Leave a comment or DM us if one of these will help you Authentically Thrive.

These are what Ravi Sirois & Lakshmi's Center to Thrive is offering:

* Ipswich Illumination Ravi's Sound Baths Sunday at 6:10 pm, at the Meeting House

* Meet Ravi and Lakshmi at the Ipswich Illumination Healing & Well-Being Gathering Sunday, 10/11, at 1pm- 5 pm, at the top of Town Hill. Canceled due to rain! DM us

* Close to the new moon a Red Tent Women's Circle - this Monday, 10/12, 6-8 pm EDT, hybrid: Zoom & at The Center to Thrive

* Authentically Thriving weekly group, Tuesdays 5 - 6 pm EDT, on Zoom, a couple of spots open

* Authentic Movement to Authentically Thrive Intro/Group on Zoom, Wednesdays 10/14 - 12/2 (not 11/25), 6 - 8 pm EDT,

* Kundalini Yoga and Meditation with a deep relaxation Gong Bath, Thursdays, 7 - 8 :15 pm, drop in

* Authentic Movement to Authentically Thrive Group at Acupuncture Health & Wellness, Ipswich, MA, Sunday 10/18 and every other Sunday till 12/13.

* Authentic Movement to Authentically Thrive Intro/Group on Zoom, Monday 10/19 and every other Monday until 12/14, at 11:30 am - 1:30 pm ET

Lots of ways to improve your mental & physical health! Lakshmi's has a wait list for her individual Expressive Arts Therapy sessions. Direct Message us for inquiries and to register. We are committed to assisting you to find your way to authentically thrive.


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Find out about this year's World Mental Health Day campaign (10 October) and how you can get involved.

10/06/2026

1st Weekend of Ipswich Illumination
Friday October 9th
7:30 pm: Ravi Roger Sirois Sound Bath: Location: The Meeting House behind First Church.

Saturday October 10th:
4:00-5:00 pm: Sound Bath with Ravi Sirois and Deep Rest Meditation at the Meeting House behind First Church.

Sunday October 11th:
1:00 – 5:00 pm: Healing & Well-Being Gathering
Meet people and organizations, including Ravi and Lakshmi Sirois, from across our community offering support, practices, programs, and opportunities for strengthening body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re mapping out your winter routine, looking for support, or simply curious about what’s available in our community, say, "Hi," at the Meeting House Green, top of Town Hill.
1:00 – 4:00 pm: Neighborhood Yard Sale, Meeting House Green, North Main, High, East, & Summer Streets. Brown Paper Grab Bags: 50¢ Curiosity Bag, $1 Mystery Artifact, $5 Treasure Trove at Meeting House Green, top of Town Hill.

And: 6:10 pm: Ravi Deep Rest SoundBath at the Meeting House on Meeting House Lane behind First Church.

The Town of Ipswich, Massachusetts, is proud to present the annual Ipswich Illumination on the weekends of Oct, 17-19 & Nov. 1-2, 2025. This year we are celebrating harvest, hearth, & home,…

10/02/2026

Two opportunities for you to Experience Authentic Movement to Authentically Thrive from the comfort of your own home! Only $18. RSVP by Direct Message:

🍁Monday, October 5th, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm ET, on Zoom
or
🍃Wednesday, October 7th, 6 pm - 8 pm ET, on Zoom

If you are close enough to Ipswich, MA and prefer to attend in-person, RSVP for Sunday, October 4th, 4 - 6 pm.

09/30/2026

Lakshmi is grateful that she was introduced to Authentic Movement 46 years ago by Janet Adler, one of the matriarchs of the field. This form of Dance/Movement Therapy has facilitated her, her clients, and students to Authentically Thrive.

This Sunday, on International Authentic Movement Day, you can experience Authentic Movement to Authentically Thrive in Ipswich, MA. This introductory class will be at the Acupuncture Health and Wellness Center, from 4 - 6 pm, and is $18. RSVP in comments or DM.

Authentic Movement is self-directed, improvised, a moving meditation, and initiated by your heart and soul. Embark on an inner journey, of greater acceptance of your; body, emotions, thoughts, sensations, and soul. Expand your: self discovery, self acceptance, and self empowerment. Learn to feel safe to express yourself authentically.

Lakshmi fell in love with Authentic Movement, and you may too. To experience more, you can join an in-person Authentic Movement to Authentically Thrive Group. The in-person group will start two weeks after this introduction, on Sunday, October 18th. If you prefer to meet in the comfort of your home, Lakshmi is also offering two Experience Authentic Movement to Authentically Thrive introductions on Zoom, starting Monday, October 5th or Wednesday, October 7th. Follow Lakshmi’s Center to Thrive and join the Authentic Thriving Community Facebook Community.

09/25/2026

Depending on the forecast I look at, we may, or may not, be able to dance and drum at the 2nd Gem Jam, this Friday, September 25th, 6-8 pm, at the Riverwalk mural, 4 Union St, Ipswich, MA. If the Nor'easter, arrives early in Ipswich, MA, we will have to wait for October 23rd. Check back here.

We had so much fun on the 4th Friday in August, listening and dancing to DJ Rav's, Ravi Roger Sirois's great dance tunes, and community drumming led by Jon Just Jon! I could not resist making this video of the Ipswich River, when DJ Rav played "Take Me To The River" by Talking Heads, and all the drummers played live!

08/27/2026

Discover your way to authentically thrive.

Join the Authentic Thriving Community page to view this Authentic Thriving Conversation on Dreamwork, with Linda Yael Schiller, an award winning author, dream expert, consultant, and trauma therapist. Hear how dreamwork helps people to be more authentic and to thrive.

This conversation will be posted Friday, August 28th. Meet the other Authentic Thriving Community members and view the Conversations with Julie Leavitt, Dr. of Ministry on Authentic Movement, and Donna Newman-Bluestein, BC-DMT on play and authenticity.

08/21/2026

Join me in the Catalyst: Women's Online Business Conference, as I present "Your Authentic Message: in the Age of AI, stay true to yourself and Authentically Thrive," in the Women's Catalyst Collective Facebook Group. You can join the group now, and join me today as I go live at 2 pm EDT.

https://catalystbusinessconference.com/attend?

06/25/2026

🌎 Exciting things are happening inside our community!

This Monday, we're hosting the International Authentic Thriving Symposium, bringing together speakers from around the world to share wisdom, inspiration, healing, creativity, and practical tools to help you thrive.

If you're looking for authentic connection and meaningful conversations, I'd love for you to join us.

💛 Group link in the comments.