Michele Laub, MS
Toltec Teacher, Spiritual Life Coach
516-395-5724
Bringing Ancient Wisdom to the New Age
Lunch & Learn will take place in the Dining Hall at Center for Spiritual Living Asheville, 2 Science of Mind Way, Asheville, North Carolina, on Tuesday Lunchtime from Noon till 1:30, beginning on January 7, 2025.
Individuals bring their own lunch and beverage. People may come 15 minutes early or remain till 1:45 to eat their lunch—or quietly munch away during the class discussion (yes, even crunchy chips are welcome, but perhaps refrain from opening soda cans during a poignant moment).
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The suggested love offering is $20, all of which will be donated to the Center for Spiritual Living Asheville. And don't worry—no one will be turned away for lack of funds, but you will be turned away for lack of snacks (just kidding, we’re all about love here).
From Michele...
I conceived of this concept because many who attend CSLA are not comfortable driving in the dark to and from evening programs and would like to participate and connect with others at the Center. Plus, let’s face it—lunchtime feels a little more manageable than dragging ourselves out in the evening after that third cup of coffee has worn off.
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I have asked myself to teach more of what I have learned over my years of study beyond The Four Agreements and The Fifth Agreement—the Toltec Wisdom of the Ruiz family. And let me tell you, if you’ve ever broken the “don’t take anything personally” agreement while in Asheville traffic, you are not alone.
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Who have I created myself to be…
Rev. Michele Laub, RScP, is your facilitator. Michele loves life. She is an Ordained Interfaith Minister, Religious Science Practitioner, Retired Middle School and High School Guidance Counselor, Spiritual Life Coach, Power of Belief Mentor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychotherapist in Private Practice. (Basically, if you ever need an “ologist” of any kind, Michele is your person!)
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While living in the Asheville area for 20 years, originally from Brooklyn, New York, she has an affinity for her adopted home, the Appalachian Mountains, the rich diversity of the people drawn to Western North Carolina, and the innate strength, resilience, and deep love of the people for each other and this land she has grown to cherish. While she has acclimated beautifully, she may never learn to say y’all like a true local.
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Why now…
The people of the area recently have been challenged by Hurricane Helene and the trauma left in her wake. It is a time for re-creation coupled with deepened awareness on many levels. The recent events in Western North Carolina energize the possibility of rebirth—the opportunity to rebuild with renewed and reinvigorated purpose to create a world that works for everyone.
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Lunch & Learn is built on this vision for the future. Michele envisions this opportunity to re-create from the point of view of coming together in Oneness as possible now. This vision begins with each of us falling in love with ourselves. Each of us lives from the perfection of our unique gifts and talents as an expression of unconditional love for ourselves, first, while getting to know each other. Unconditional love for all is the natural outgrowth.
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The Lunch & Learn Program is a systematic program that takes us there. It is a 3-month program; though each week is stand-alone, each class builds on the previous one. So, bring your lunch, your beverage, and your best sense of humor—we’re making life better, one bite and one laugh at a time!
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P.S. Don’t forget: if your lunch is particularly fragrant, it might count as extra credit in the “learning patience” department for those sitting nearby. And if you spill something during class, just call it a spiritual offering—we’ll roll with it.
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Many decades ago, before I focused on knowing myself, I realized that I did not experience the world the same way the people around me did. So, I set out to find my “peeps” who were also ambassadors of love.
I found them in the East Coast Dreaming group which opened a deep study of The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz, who also believes that love is all there is ... and loving yourself is the most important love of all.
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Are you someone who talks out loud to yourself? This is the first time in two decades that I am living alone. It occurred to me that I don’t always know what I am thinking if I have no one to talk to. I don’t always know what I believe unless the subject comes up in conversation. When I hear what I say, as well as what others say, I get a clearer idea of my position. This is how self coaching and spiritual connection work.
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The process, in a nutshell, has been to uncreate that which is not authentically an aspect of myself. I strive to make space to re-create myself with present moment spiritual awareness. Reclaiming myself has opened a universe of possibility—a new beginning of choosing beliefs that support a life I love. Now I'm teaching what I learned to others who seek spiritual mindfulness.
I have learned that the core of who I am, of who we all are as spiritual beings, is what we believe. Our deepest beliefs about everything hold our attention propelling us into action or keeping us from taking action. What we believe impacts our performance at work, our attitude about money, how we navigate the world, and how we conduct all our relationships. Through my study of The Four Agreements, particularly present moment awareness, I shifted my awareness from one of lack to one of abundance. You can do it, too, with the guidance of a spiritual life coach.
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How can we work together?
Are You Ready to recreate your life with awareness?
You don't know what you don't know,
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You won't know until you start asking questions and seeking answers.
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If you’re here you are likely looking for ways to improve your life. No matter where you are on your path, I’m glad you’re here.
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The quick assessment you are about to experience is designed to help you discover where you are on the track toward your life goals. You will also get crystal clear around what missing pieces are holding you back from experiencing the results you desire. This knowledge is absolutely key if you are looking to create a breakthrough in your life.
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After taking the assessment, check your email inbox right away for your resulting score and some important next steps based on where you are today.
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I look forward to exploring what’s possible!
Testimonials
The impact of The Four Agreements has led participants at the Annual Practitioner Convention to continue to work together supporting each other in keeping this wisdom current 3 years hence. At the Center for Spiritual Living in Asheville, NC, Michele Laub was the chosen keynote speaker, and she created and led afternoon breakout sessions making The Four Agreements truly come alive. ~Charlie Sheppard, RScP, Former Chair Practitioner Council~
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Working and learning with Michele has been a blessing in our professional and personal lives. After a retreat in Teotihuacan, Mexico, with a new way of experiencing our potential and possibility, we launched a successful ten year music and promotional business. We rekindled Julie’s singing career, supported many musicians both foreign and domestic at the most prestigious venues in NYC, and most important got married. ~Julie Eigenberg and Kobi Shanny, Long Island, New York~
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Michele and I have been exchanging gratitudes every morning for over 5 years. “Gratitude” is a core belief of The Four Agreements. This would change my day from a negative to positive frame of mind. Our practice has enabled me to go to the good in my life all the time regardless of the challenges that I may face. ~Pat Dobbs is a Life Coach and Advocate for people with hearing loss. Please see her website at www.HearingLossEvolution.com~
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Michele Laub, MS
Interfaith Minister,
All Faiths Seminary International
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We are entering an Age addressing deeper spiritual needs. Many call it New Age. Perhaps, it is a rebirth of the most ancient wisdom from nature, from which life as we know it has emerged step by step. This is a new day. With the falling away of dogmatic systems of beliefs, we see the coming together of people of all faiths and traditions, looking for truth and deeper answers, while discovering new freedom from fear and limitation.
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During this “Pause” brought about by the pandemic, and my absolute need to separate myself from it, I meditated meticulously while witnessing my thoughts and actions. What was I going to do during this “Pause” in the Third Act of my life? It was then, the manifestation appeared -- a story I will share in the future on this website, guiding me to All Faiths Seminary International, and eventually Ordination as an Interfaith Minister in August 2021. Knowing Oneness from the inside out, and the myriad ways we are truly better together, underlies my studies while defining my ministry.
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How to move from chaos to calm ...
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In our fast paced often chaotic world, how do you survive?
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How can you use The Four Agreements to sustain a life of happiness and personal freedom?
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Here's a simple tool ... a meditation that will help you in your daily life. We all need support to move from Chaos to Calm.
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Interview with Michele Laub,
Spiritual Life Coach and Facilitator for
The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz
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How did Michele discover The Four Agreements and how has it changed her life?
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Explore day-to-day examples of living The Four Agreements.
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Learn more about Michele's impressive list of credentials and which ones mean the most.
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Out of 8 visits to Teotihuacan, the pyramid home of Toltec Wisdom in Central Mexico, what stands out as the most important spiritual experience?
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What is Michele looking forward to in future visits to the Pyramid City, Teotihuacan?