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Four Essential B's: How Beliefs Affect Our Bodies, Brains and Bonds Register
Location: Conference Center
Category: Weekend Opportunities
Date: Friday August 22, 2025 through Sunday August 24, 2025
Cost: $275.00 *
Minimum Deposit: $100.00

Description:

7 pm Friday, August 22 to
12 pm Sunday, August 24, 2025

Four Essential B's: How Beliefs Affect Our Bodies, Brains and Bonds
with 
Anne Kertz Kernion

How do our core beliefs affect our bodies, brains and relationships in both positive and negative ways? For example, did you know that what we believe about the food we eat impacts how our bodies process calories? And what we believe about aging influences our longevity and health? We will explore how our beliefs, words and actions not only affect our brains and bodies, but also the brains and bodies of those around us. We will also discover how prayer and meditation fuel our health and well-being, decreasing our stress and boosting our resilience, allowing us to live more joyfully. Our weekend will include creative activities, small group discussion, and quiet time. Come join us and be amazed and inspired!


Anne Kertz Kernion is the owner/artist of Cards by Anne. She formerly taught a variety of courses at two local colleges, including Spirituality, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Nutrition, World Religions and Ethics. Her second book, “Spiritual Practices for the Brain: Caring for Mind, Body and Soul," was published by Loyola Press and has won numerous awards for the integration of health and spirituality. Currently, Anne is a frequent lecturer and retreat leader, presenting topics that combine neuroscience, positive psychology, and spirituality to groups across the US and Australia. A former Division 1 athlete, Anne teaches a weekly yoga class and enjoys biking and hiking. She and her husband Jack have 3 grown children and 6 grandchildren.

Registration:

If you would like to register for this or any of our programs, there are several easy ways to do so.  
You may:
• click the "Register" link located at the bottom of this page
• call 724-964-8886 to speak with a member of our friendly staff
• complete and mail a 
printable registration form along with your payment to:

     Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center
     2067 Evergreen Road
     P.O. Box 424
     Villa Maria, PA 16155 

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Additional Information:
*Cost includes: Program, lodging and meals from a light supper on Friday to lunch on Sunday
For more information
Phone: 724-964-8886
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