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ISSUE 11 · APRIL 2006 · PUBLISHED IN LAREDO · TEXAS
SilvaNews
• The Official Silva News Magazine •
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FOCUSED THINKINGby Max Rubio p6

By Nelda Sheets
CONVENTION AT A GLANCE p8
This issue of the SilvaNews presents information about SILVA CONVENTION SPEAKERS p10
this year’s Master’s Conference and the Silva Method
40th anniversary convention. As you read the speaker’s
biographies and the descriptions of their presentations,
BECOME A CSMI p15
imagine the joy of learning different ways that you can
incorporate the philosophy and strategies into your life. I WORKSHOPS p16
believe that this convention program lives up to our motto,
“Better and Better” If you join us, we can say, “Better, MASTER’S CONFERENCE p18
better, AND BETTER!” You don’t have to be a Silva
graduate; everyone is welcome. LAREDO IN BRIEF p20
A featured article by Max Rubio shares information about
SILVA FAMILY ALBUM p21
the Silva Method’s updated approach to teaching Silva
techniques using focused thinking. The message comes
from José Silva who, in his wisdom, taught us to go to FIENDISHLY CLEVER CROSSWORD #1 p23
the alpha level and concentrate on what we desire. Rubio
explains that the importance of maintaining one’s focus is
CELEBRATE SILVA 2006

a powerful tool.
Better and better,

Nelda Sheets, Editor THE SILVA
nsheets@Austin.rr.com

MASTER’S CONFERENCE
LAREDO, TEXAS
P.S. I invite and encourage you to email your success
stories for a special upcoming issue. Details on page 3.
July 22 - August 4, 2006
Laredo Civic Center SILVA 40th ANNIV. EXPO

LAREDO, TEXAS
AUGUST 5 & 6, 2006
SILVA TRIP TO CHINA

AUGUST 7-19, 2006
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE!
Art Director: George Williams
S t o r y
S u c cess
Y o u r iS lva
yourself if possible. Additional
photos or artwork are also wel-
Here is what we want you to do: come.
Graduates, please In your story include the follow-
share your success ing: Name of your instructor,

when and where you took the Silva
Include your mailing address,
email address, your instructor’s
story with us. Method, the specific Silva Method name and where you participated
technique you used, the specific in a Silva class.
Your story may help change a problem you had and the results of
person’s life using the technique. Instructors are eligible, but won’t
be given preferential treatment.
We have found that success sto- At bottom of story write the fol-
ries inspire and motivate others. lowing, “I give Silva International
Your story may be examples of the Inc. permission to publish and oth-
same kind of situation that the new erwise use this story to promote the
student has. Your story gives some- Silva Method.” Add your signature.
one an idea of how they can use the
Silva Method to find solutions in Write your story and send it to:
health, relationships, parenting, Nelda Sheets
business, creativity, sports, stress SilvaNews Editor
management, better grades in 1700 Deep Wood Drive
school and more. Round Rock, Texas 78681
For every story we publish in Sil- or email:

vaNews or use in the program at nsheets@Austin.rr.com
the 2006 convention, we’ll send to
you a Silva Method Review CD set. Enclose a color photograph of
THEN AND NOW
Above: José Silva flanked by the grads of the first Silva Method class at their fifth
anniversary party. Can you spot any well-known Silva people in the group? Below,
the latest crop of CSMIs, back row l. to r: Ligy Pullappally, Elena van Kampen, Dr.
George DeSau, Velories Figures, VP Max Rubio, Kip Wade, Kerry Charnes, Jean
“Jay” Feuillet. Front row: Marianne Fitzgerald, CSMI trainers Betty Perry & Nelda
Sheets, CEO Hilda Silva Rubio, Lamar Irwin & Melodie Steele.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE AN EXHIBITOR AT OUR
40TH ANNIVERSARY CONVENTION, AUGUST 5 & 6?
E very year the Silva convention attracts hundreds

of Silva Method graduates from around the world.
This year, the 40th anniversary of the Silva Meth-
od, held in coordination with Laredo’s 250th anniversary,
promises to be our best convention ever. HOW TO EXHIBIT
We are pleased to announce that there will be no charge
Contact George Williams
for the very large exhibitor spaces; we require only a 1.800.545.6463
15% commission on your sales to cover our overhead, Email - george@silvamethod.com
plus the mandatory Texas sales tax of 8.5%.
Our exhibit area will be loosely thematic, which means

that we are planning a Tex-Mex motif for the vendor and
banquet area, but we’re not fanatical about it. If you are
neither Tex nor Mex, don’t worry, we welcome your par-
ticipation.
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Method program we are leaving behind the limiting,
mystical verbiage use in the traditional delivery. We
are bringing back to focus the two things that matter
the most; the individual goals of the student and the
proven original coursework that helps them reach
those goals.
That the original Silva Method program remains

viable after 40 years is a tribute to José Silva’s
genius for assembling his ground-breaking sixteen-
excise original formula into a coherent, progressive
course designed to improve your focus and expand
your creative thinking. Regardless of the teacher,
the student is guaranteed positive results.
Since the beginning, teaching the Silva program has

never been about the teacher. José Silva himself never
“You’re so cute when you’re focused!”
Silva Instructors
The charts pictured in this article are available for your class-
es in a large, easy-to-read format (3’ x 3’) on sturdy, weath-
erproof vinyl with metal gromits for hanging. To order from
the continental USA, call toll-free 1.800.545.6463. Others call
956.722.6391, or email memo@silvamethod.com
wanted people to praise him for their successes. If José’s greatest contribution is his original Silva
you had been fortunate enough to have met my Method work. He showed us how we can accomplish
father-in-law, you would have taken note of how whatever we desire with our own individual power
upset he would get when someone would come up to rather than depend on someone or something else.
him after a class to say, “Oh José, thank you so much
for changing my life!” Looking at the person straight Focused thinking simply helps us understand why the
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2006, this continues
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also about commitment *À>VÌVi -«ÀÌÃ explaining the concept
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control you have 9ÕÊ>ÀiÊÜ>ÌÊÞÕÊÌ° -Û>ÊÃiÌÃÊÞÕÀÊÌ}ÊÀ}Ì many private, family
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you focus your mind Paula Silva. They were

and reacquaint yourself with your own, personal simple people who loved life and their children. They
creativity. Mr. Silva always wanted you to obtain your never forgot their humble origins. In that modest
goals and to shut out negative influences. Today, we yet ebullient spirit, Hilda and I and the entire Silva
call it “self-empowerment,” and it is the keystone of organization welcome you into our home this summer
the Silva Method. to celebrate forty unequaled years of Silva success.
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To take control of our lives some of us need more
practice than others. In addition, we live in a society
overrun with negative influences that stifle personal For more information, click http://silvamethod.com/
progress. That is why it’s so valuable to use your sub/subpages/news/ne.html
free, lifetime, course refresher privileges wherever
in the world you find yourself. Max Rubio is Vice President of Silva International.
40th Anniversary Convention
Look
at what we have planned
for everyone coming to the
birthplace of José Silva and
At a Glance
our world-famous Silva
Method program. ASSEMBLY SPEAKERS
July 22nd – August 4th, 2006 Sister Naomi Curtin Graduate Success Stories
Silva Masters Program Dr. George DeSau Transition & Transformation
Become a Silva Master by experienc-
Drs.Tony Estrada & Joan McGillicuddy Seven Keys to Spirituality
ing 14 days of pure alpha learning with
Certified Silva Method Instructors Dr. Aretoula Fullam Dynamic Meditation & MS
from around the world whose com- Alice McKnight Poetry Reading
bined Silva experience totals an impres- Harry McKnight Celebrating 40 Years
sive 175 years. For early bird pricing Omar Mustafa Managing Anxiety
discounts and program schedule con-
Lee Pascoe The Magic of Belief
tact Guillermo Lopez, memo@Silva-
Method.com or call 1.800.545.6463 or LaVerne Reed Learning, Laughter & Love
1.956.722.6391. Rosa Rivas Silva Success Around the World
Hilda Silva Rubio New Life Begins at 40
July 27th – August 3rd, 2006
Dr. Gary Schwartz Research with Silva
Certified Silva Method Instructor
Training (English and Spanish)
Join our growing Silva International WORKSHOPS
family of CSMIs and start your very
own Silva business. In making this leap Jennifer DeSau Barber Breaking Self-Boundaries
of independence, you are making a dif-
Jeanie Bengston Where Do We Go from Here?
ference in your life and in the life of
those you help obtain success with the Ken Coscia The Bridge to Inner Wisdom
world-famous Silva Method program. Alicia Curtis & Janie Dolechek The Heart & Soul Connection
Silva is all about maintaining the right Marjorie Dearmont Health and Vitality
conditioning. Hans DeJong José Silva’s Success Formula
Drs.Tony Estrada & Joan McGillicuddy Developing Leadership Skills
To set up a telephone appointment,
contact Max Rubio at Max@Silva- Aretoula & Bill Fullam Harry Potter & the Silva Method
Method.com or call 1.800.545.6463 or Nancy Ho Finding Your Purpose
1.956.722.6391 Sylvia Hodges Fitness Training for Your Mind
Dr. Moiz Hussain Sufi Path to Enlightment
August 5th & 6th, 2006
Ole Iverson Living with Attitude
Silva International World Convention
Mariana Metaxatou & Panagis Metaxatos Kritonou; Balance Your Energy
Be a part of our 40th anniversary cel- Jim Needham Secrets of the Silva Method
ebration and meet Silva people from Betty Perry Looking Back, Looking Forward
around the world. You and your fam-
Ian Pollock Change Your Mind, Change Your Life
ily will enjoy two complete days filled
with incredible workshops, interna- Kain Samiya Revamp Thoughts, Heal Yourself
tional speakers, scientists, cultural ex- Nelda Sheets Claim Your Creative Heritage
hibits, great food and music. You never Lily Soh Creativity in the 21st Century
know who you will meet. Past speakers Andrew Wojcikiewicz Cheops Awakening; Saving the Earth
included Dr. Gary Schwartz, Deepak
Diana Weynand Success One Step at a Time
Chopra, Wayne Dyer, Shakti Gawain,
and Mark Victor Hansen.
Silva China Tour
August 7-19, 2006
CONVENTION EVENTS SCHEDULE
Aug 7 Day 1, Depart USA Fly to Beijing.
Aug 8 Day 2, Arrive Beijing
Friday, August 4 · Events in Laredo Holiday Inn Aug 9 Day 3, Beijing The Forbidden City, Ti-
11a-6p Convention registration Ballroom ananmen Square, the Summer Palace, and
7:30-9:30p Welcoming reception dedicated to Paula Silva Ballroom Peking Duck for dinner.
Aug 10 Day 4, near Beijing The Great Wall ,
the Ming Tombs and the Ave. of Animals.
Saturday, August 5 · Events in Laredo Civic Center Aug 11 Day 5, River Cruise A rickshaw tour
of an old Chinese settlement. We fly to
8:00a Introductions Ken Coscia Auditorium Yichang and take a cruise up the Yangtze.
“Welcome Home” Hilda Rubio Auditorium Aug 12 Day 6, Three Gorges Dam The big-
“Welcome to Laredo” Laredo official Auditorium gest dam project in the world.
Aug 13 Day 7, Three Gorges Through the
8:20 “Celebrating 40 Years” (Keynote) Harry McKnight Auditorium most spectacular part of the Yangtze.Look
9:10 “Success of Silva Method” Rosa Rivas Auditorium for the cloud-shrouded Twelve Peaks.
Aug 14 Day 8, Shibaozhai The Precious
10:00 Announcements Ken Coscia Auditorium
10:10 Intermission
10:40 Workshops Meeting Rooms
11:45 Lunch Banquet Hall
1:00p Workshops Meeting Rooms
2:00 Intermission
2:20 Workshops Meeting Rooms
3:20 Intermission Auditorium
3:40 “Dynamic Meditation & MS” Dr. Aretoula Fullam Auditorium
4:45 “Research with Silva” Dr. Gary Schwartz Auditorium
5:45 Intermission
6:00 Dinner Banquet Hall
7:15 Introduction: “Celebrating Silva” Ken Coscia Auditorium
7:20 Dance program High school group Auditorium
7:30 “Graduate Success Stories” S. Naomi Curtin Auditorium
8:00 “Learning, Laughter & Love” LaVerne Reed Auditorium
8:50 Poetry reading Alice McKnight Auditorium
9:00 Recognition & Awards Hilda Silva Rubio Auditorium
11:00 Musical program Mariachis Auditorium
Sunday, August 6 · Events in Laredo Civic Center Stone Stronghold, a gem of Chinese archi-
8:00a “Seven Steps to Spirituality” Dr. Tony Estrada & tecture.
Dr. Joan McGillicuddy Auditorium Aug 15 Day 9, Chongqing Renowned for its
scenic spots. Later we fly to Xi’an, ancient
8:50 “The Magic of Belief” Dr. Lee Pascoe Auditorium capital of China.
9:40 Announcements Ken Coscia Auditorium Aug 16 Day 10, Xi’an features the Big Wild
Goose Pagoda and the tomb of China’s first
10:00 Intermission emperor, guarded by thousands of terra-
10:30 Workshops Meeting Rooms cotta warriors buried centuries ago. Later,
11:30 Lunch Banquet Hall a visit a local herbal market.
Aug 17 Day 11, Shanghai A free day.
1:00p Workshops Meeting Rooms Aug 18 Day 12, Shanghai Tour the city and
2:00 Intermission visit the beautiful Yu Yuan Gardens, built
during the Ming Dynasty. “Dim sum” and
3:00 Workshops Meeting Rooms Chinese Acrobats.
3:30 “Managing Anxiety” Omar Mustafa Auditorium Aug 19 Day 13, Return to USA
4:15 “Transition & Transformation” Dr. George DeSau Auditorium After breakfast we bid farewell to China as
we board our return flight to the USA.
5:00 “New Life Begins at 40” Hilda Silva Rubio Auditorium
5:45 “Let’s Have Tea” Hilda Silva Rubio Banquet Hall http://www.travelstoreusa.com/pag-
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Book signing Banquet Hall a2c4093633a7646df5baaf1eb4428
A Look at Some of Silva’s Foremost Instructors
Silva Speakers
at the Master’s Conference and the 40th Anniversary Convention
Hilda Silva Rubio Harry McKnight Dr. George DeSau

can’t recall the first instance of being in- earned his B.A. at Spring Hill College in is a clinical psychologist with over 40 years
volved in the Silva Method. As the seventh Alabama in 1955, with a major in Latin. of experience. He has worked in medical,
child of José and Paula, it’s just something Following that he worked in systems educational and business areas as well
that’s always been with her. analysis and sales for a leading company; as private practice. Dr. DeSau has been
then he entered the field of secondary associated with the Silva organization
Hilda started her professional career with education as a teacher in 1957 in New since 1971. As Director of Educational
the Silva Method in 1970. Her first position Orleans. In 1959 he graduated with an Research, he conducted many of the early
was in the financial department. M.A. in English from Tulane University. research projects.
From 1963 he studied in Rome, Italy, at
In 1973 she married and had the opportu- St. Anselm’s University and was awarded He has taught the Silva Method, Graduate
nity to raise her family. She took the time a degree in philosophy. After returning to Program as well as numerous workshops
to raise her two sons. She the United States he including the MIND programs. He has
taught Silva to her chil- did graduate studies received numerous awards from the
dren, as her father taught in theology and also Silva organization including the Silva
to her. “I believe we should became certified World Cup. Dr. DeSau has developed
teach the Silva Method to in counseling and and marketed tapes and CD’s including:
the young so they can con- guidance. Desiring Changing Limiting Beliefs, Achieving Goals
quer any challenge that to go more deeply and Outcomes, Wellness and Recovery,
comes before them.” into the study of Controlling the Aging Process and The
psychology, he Power of Choice.
In 1988 she returned to began graduate
The Silva Method, over- studies in counseling With wisdom, wit and a relaxed style, he
seeing the Electronics De- psychology at the shares practical information to all who are
partment. She was able to University of Texas ready to move on to a more meaningful
organize and increase the Hilda Silva Rubio & Harry McKnight at Austin, entering enjoyable life.
production of several relaxation devices. doctoral candidacy in 1968. While he
In 1992, Hilda accepted a position in the was serving as a counseling psychologist
Financial Department with the opportu- under supervision for an internship in
nity to improve customer service. Houston, he was introduced to the Silva
Method, studying under José Silva. He
When Jose Silva passed away in 1999, then joined Mr. Silva as his first full-time
Hilda was elected Chief Executive Officer instructor in the U.S. and is considered
of the Silva Method. “My greatest accom- to be one of the foremost instructors and
plishment is to represent my father. It’s an authorities on the Silva Method.
enormous task, but it’s awesome,” she said.
“The best part about the Silva Method is Harry McKnight has presented the Silva
the people; to hear them call with prob- Method around the globe: Alaska to
lems, then call back a few weeks later hap- Australia and New Zealand, Canada to
py and well.” Argentina, Ireland, Great Britain, France
to Spain, and Western and Eastern Europe
In addition to being CEO, she is currently to South Africa. Among Harry’s many Dr. George DeSau Ken Coscia
Chairman of the Board and Director of awards, he lists the Silva International,
United States Lecturers. Inc. World Cup for 1997.
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Dr. Joan McGillicuddy & through her company, Weynand Training
International. She is the author of six books
Dr. Antonio Estrada in the video field. She still writes songs and
is anticipating a musical comeback in the
celebrate 20 years as Silva Instructors. In
very near future!
addition to being named “Outstanding
American Instructors” numerous times
by Silva International, the two cofounded Jennifer DeSau Barber
and administer Helping Associates, Inc.,
a behavioral health agency in central has over 25 years experience with the
Arizona. Beginning in 1982, Joan and Silva Method. She had the opportunity
Tony began traveling throughout rural of growing up with these techniques.
Nelda Sheets Arizona, conducting individual and family Her grandfather is Dr. George DeSau,
has over 37 years experience teaching the counseling for troubled youth. Their a researcher and advisor for Silva. She
Silva Method to children and adults. She organization has grown to its current size of has used Silva in every aspect of her life,
was in the first class Jose Silva taught in 35 staff members, who serve approximately from her time in business management,
Amarillo, Texas in 1966 and was soon 700 clients weekly. They now administer to recovering from an auto accident, to
involved in promoting and teaching and supervise the organization, and have raising her two daughters, improving
classes with Mr. Silva. Ms. Sheets is the begun a new venture, the Institute for
her relationships with others. She knows
editor of the SilvaNews, Silva’s news Creative Solutions, dedicated to offering
first-hand the amazing things we can
magazine which is published on the Silva the Silva Method and programs that assist
accomplish in our lives when we put our
Method web site. She is the author of Silva the development of our inner resources and
potential. Dr. Estrada is a combat Vietnam minds to it.
Method Manual
For Children’s veteran with a deep sensitivity and love
Jennifer decided to become an instructor
Classes and for humanity. Dr. McGillicuddy is listed
in Who’s Who in the World, and offers for Silva after successfully recovering
Silva Method from an auto accident without surgery—
Notebook For warmth and humor in her presentation.
Both hold a doctoral degree in human much to the amazement of her doctors.
C hil dre n . M s .
services and counseling psychology. She knew it was important to guide others
Sheets was
in finding the power within themselves to
honored by Silva
I nt e r n at ion a l create the life they want to live. She also
with their wanted her daughters to have the amazing
highest award, experience she had growing up, being
the World Cup. surrounded by Silva graduates doing
great things. As a child she sat in on her
Nelda Sheets grandfather’s classes and now her oldest
daughter, Emilynn, sits in on her Silva
Ken Coscia The Drs. McGillicuddy & Estrada
seminars.
A frequent Silva award winner, he has over Jennifer presents the Silva Method in
30 years of diverse experience with the the York, Pennsylvania and Baltimore
Silva Method. He has been conducting the Diana Weynand area. Call her at 717 757-1704 or Email:
course since 1971. In 1984 Ken was selected silvamethodpa@aol.com.
is a Silva instructor based in Los Angeles.
out of thousands of instructors by José and
Through her CalSilva organization, she
Juan Silva to conduct the Silva Advanced
provides Silva courses and on-going
Graduate Seminar worldwide. For twelve
graduate meetings to empower Silva
years Ken played a major role in the Silva
users. She is also a Silva personal coach
new instructor training program.
and works one-on-one with individuals
Today, Ken Coscia is a specialist in helping who want to improve their lives. In her
Silva graduates throughout the world video life, she produced and directed
successfully integrate Silva skills into a PBS series entitled Cinematic Eye,
their lives. He conducts various unique which was nominated for an Emmy, was
workshops in addition to the Silva Mastery Supervising Editor for the Barbara Walters
Seminar. Entertainment Specials, Post-production
For information about classes in supervisor for a Stevie Wonder music
Connecticut call 1-860-674-1009 or email: video, and currently provides training and Diana Weynand Jennifer DeSau Barber
info@SilvaMethodCT.com consulting to the entertainment industry
Ian Pollock course, Specialized Graduate class, the Ultra Dr. Fullam, an inquisitive spirit, continues
program, as well as Self-Healing, Faith her education in science, psychology
is the Silva Method’s Director for the Healing, and other mind-related topics. and spirituality in order to offer the
United Kingdom and Ireland and has been He has presented workshops at the last two best possible guidance in her seminars.
presenting the Silva Method program as Dallas Dowsing Conferences. Kain is the She believes in the boundlessness of the
well as the Graduate Seminar and Ultra Director of Silva for Iran. spiritual essence, the 99.999% of whom we
Healing Seminar for many years. Ian are.
first used the Silva Method techniques to You may contact him at (972) 618-7905 For information about classes call:
rebuild himself physically, emotionally or email of SilvaTX@Flash.Net and also (201)-652-3049
and spiritually after an almost fatal road check out his Web site at http://www. Fax: (201)-612-8200
traffic accident and near death experience. SilvaMentalDynamicsCenter.Com Email: info@GuideMind.com
Having benefited so much himself he then Email 2: rutgers@att.net
realised how much other people could URL: http://www.GuideMind.com
benefit and used these tools to create
and live the life that he is passionate
about—helping others. Ian successfully
Dr. Aretoula Fullam
uses the Silva Method to enable people Dr. Aretoula & Bill Fullam
received her Ph.D. from Rutgers University
to help themselves and has worked with with specialty in personality and health
people from all walks of life, educational psychology.
backgrounds and levels of success
including sports professionals, students, Presently, Dr. Fullam is a Research Fellow
musicians, authors, entrepreneurs and in medicine at Brigham and Women’s
many forward-thinking successful Hospital and Harvard Medical School. She
companies and organisations. has trained in clinical mind/body medicine
with Herbert Benson, M.D., at Harvard.
Dr. Fullam continues her education
in alternative and integrated methods
in medicine, and in sleep disorders and
treatment.
Before she started her professional career

she studied under the founder of the Silva
Method, José Silva. She took the advanced
Graduate and Ultra Seminars and is a
Certified Silva Method Instructor. Dr. LaVerne Reed
Fullam has also studied under Harry
McKnight, Dr. Robert B. Stone, Fr. Justin formed her own company in 1986, THEME,
Belitz, Cleve Backster, Dr. Rosa Rivas, Inc. (The Healthy Expanding Mind
Ian Pollock Ken Coscia, Panos Metaxatos, and many Experience, Inc.), sponsoring programs to
others. help you create a better and more enjoyable
life experience.
Kain Samiya
An award-winning lecturer for the Silva
Kaykhosrow “Kain” Samiya has been Method, she has presented the Silva
engaged in the spiritual field of activities Method in Europe, the Caribbean and
since 1991. He is the vice president of one Kain Samiya various locations in the United States.
of the top ten “Fortune 100” companies in
the US and also a Silva Master and Certified LaVerne not only presented programs for
Silva Method Instructor. Kain conducts the general public, schools and private
workshops and classes all over the world. groups, but also specialized groups such as
He has won many awards of excellence GMHC Center in New York City to help
from Silva International in the last those diagnosed HIV positive and who
decade and has spoken at the last ten Silva had developed AIDS-related symptoms,
conventions. and for inmates at Rikers Island prison in
New York.
Kain has created several CDs and teaches
the Silva Method, the Quantum Success
Prior to becoming a Silva instructor in Hans DeJong
1978, she worked for various theater
groups in New York City, such as the a Silva lecturer since 1976, has won every
National Repertory Theater, and the Alvin award of excellence the Silva Method offers.
Ailey Dance Theater, and the Broadway He also has received the President’s Cup
production of the popular stage musical, as the top USA lecturer, as well as the
HAIR. highest award in the field, the World Cup.

In 2000, after living and working for José Silva called Hans the most productive
40 years in Manhattan—the heart of lecturer in the U.S.A. and made him
New York City—LaVerne moved back to the official Silva Ambassador in 1997.
her native Automba, Minnesota to be a
Hans DeJong
primary care-giver for a family member. In 1995 Hans began presenting
Automba is located in the northern woods an exiting, new, advanced Silva
of Minnesota and has a population of six. program he has developed, the Dr. Rosa Rivas
She lives in the suburbs! Success & Prosperity Seminar.
The results were so is recognized worldwide as a leader in the
LaVerne enjoys music, theater, art, writing outstanding that in 1997 fields of human development and personal
and making people smile. the Silva Board of Directors asked improvement. She has over 30 years of
Hans to present his seminar experience
LaVerne’s speech for the 40th anniversary to Silva graduates worldwide. c r e a t i n g
celebration of the Silva Method is entitled workshops,
“Learning, Laughter and Love.” Omar Mustafa seminaries
and courses
is a graduate in Economics from the advancing the
National University of Buenos Aires. Ph. cause of self-
Andrew Wojcikeiwicz D. in Psychorientology, Regional Director empowerment.
of the Silva She is a licensed
is a Master of Science in physical education Method in South instructor of
and psychology. He lives in Ottawa, America. He has art, clinical
Canada, but spends much of his time been a professor psychotherapy
in Poland teaching Silva Seminars. He i n v a r i o u s specializing
graduated as a Silva lecturer in 1990 and is universities in psycho-oncology. Rivas is the founder
the Silva Method director for Poland since throughout of Dinámica Mental Metodo Silva, de la
1992. He was a fencing coach for Olympic Argentina and Asociación de Orientación Holistica A.C.
teams in Denmark and in Canada for Brazil and is a y de la Asociación Latinoamericana de
eighteen years. He translated into Polish past member Desarrollo Humano. She is the host and
several books by José Silva and introduced of the World moderator of the radio show “Descubre
the Silva Method to Poland and Ukraine. Omar Mustafa A c a d e m i c tu mente” and “Reflexiona y descubre.” Dr.
Council of The Rivas is the Director of the Silva Merthod
Silva Method. He is a promoter of holistic in Mexico.
healing projects in South America and
author of publications dealing with his
specialties such as self-esteem, relations,
Prof. Moiz Hussain
and habit control. practices science and disciplines in
Pakistan. He brought about many life-
Dr. Lee Pascoe changing skills in Pakistan from 1974 to
the present. He has created some unique
is a graduate of Adelaide University,
workshops that are offered internationally;
Australia. With her husband Michael
Dodson, she has been director of the Silva one such workshop—based on emotional
Method in Paris, France, since 1988. She intelligence—is The Fourth Dimension
has trained instructors in French and Mind Power, and another is entitled Money
launched Silva in the French West Indies, Mind
Belgium, Luxembourg, Morocco, New
Caledonia, and the Children’s Course in He is a teacher of the Silva Method. He
Andrew Wojcikeiwicz
Canada.
Continued next page
is an accredited, certified instructor of
Sister Naomi Curtin While continuing to teach the Silva Method
clinical hypnosis & hypnotherapy from
NGH, USA, and a licensed trainer of NLP, course, in 1986 Alicia developed the Silva
from the NFNLP, USA. Sales Course and later the Silva Business
Course to which she and her organization
Having two PhDs to his credit, Prof. where given exclusive rights, by Jose Silva.
Hussain was given “Best Instructor of the
Year” award in 1997 and “Best Performance” Janie Dolechek has a bachelor’s degree in
physical education with a minor in biology.
award in 1998 by the National Guild of
She has obtained graduate hours in busi-
Hypnotists, USA. He is the only Asian to
ness administration and psychology. Janie
be interviewed and placed on the cover of
became a Certified Silva Method Instructor
the prestigious Journal of Hypnotism-USA.
in 1981 and joined the staff of Alicia Cur-

tis. She, too, has received numerous awards
Over the years Prof. Hussain has taught
from the Silva organization. Her specialty
and trained over 30,000 persons of all ages. is training for business and industry.
People from all walks of life have undergone
training in the various disciplines he Sister Naomi Curtin In the 1980’s, Alicia and Janie produced a
teaches, and many have transformed their program for cable television entitled Better
lives forever. The number of his students, and Better Positive Living. With scores of
well-wishers and admirers increases daily. is a School Sister of Notre Dame. She
television and radio show appearances over
has been a lecturer of the Silva Method
since 1976. She has taught thousands of the last twenty years, Alicia and Janie are
Prof. Hussain appears regularly on PTV’s adults, teenagers and children the Silva the inspirational force behind thousands
Sunday Brunch. His Fire Walk television Method way of using their minds more of individuals and successful professionals.
special has been aired on over 50 television creatively. A professional educator since Among their impressive list of clients are:
stations worldwide. 1943, S. Naomi has taught at all levels Ford Motor Company, Daimler/Chrysler,
from elementary through college, as well General Motors, Premier Bank and Trust,
Prof. Hussain was initiated in Raj Yoga at as adults and professional groups. In 1983 Indian Health Services, sales organiza-
the age of sixteen, and spent many years Silva International, Inc. presented her tions, real estate companies, training for
with their highest award, the World Cup, trainers, and government contract work.
with yogis and Sufis. In all his workshops
for her outstanding service to humanity.
and lectures Prof. Hussain adds a Sufi- This included teaching the Silva Method
based insight. They present the Four-day Silva Method pro-
Creative Study Skills in the SSND Catholic
gram in Oklahoma. For information email: sil-
school system on Guam. Over 1,700
children learned how to use and keep their vamethod@SBCglobal.net or Telephone: 405-
creative, intuitive gifts alive. Sister Naomi 793-7800
continues to present the Silva Method in
Wisconsin.
Alicia Curtis &

Janie Dolechek
Alicia Curtis, M. A. Ed., has a bachelor’s
degree in sociology and a master’s degree
in counseling psychology. She has been
a trainer, seminar leader, therapist and
consultant for more than 25 years. One
of the top instructors and trainers in the
United States for the Silva organization, Alicia Curtis & Janie Dolechek
Alicia has received numerous awards from shown here with José Silva
Prof. Moiz Hussain Silva International Inc., including Top
Instructor in the United States. She has
also received personal recognition from
the Governor of the State of Oklahoma.
Nancy Ho Dr. Gary Schwartz
has nearly 20 years of experience working is professor of psychology,
with the private and public sectors in medicine, neurology,
both the local, regional and international psychiatry and surgery
market. In addition to conducting group at the University of
presentations and workshops, She also Arizona and director
works one-on-one with professionals and of its Human Energy
business owners to achieve their goals and Systems Laboratory.
further the dreams that After receiving his
are congruent with their doctorate from Harvard
personal objectives University, he served as
and value systems. a professor of psychology
and psychiatry at Yale
Nancy received
University, director of the
her training in
Yale Psychophysiology
London, USA and
Center, and codirector
Switzerland and has
of the Yale Behavioral
achieved Master
Medicine Clinic. He has
degrees in Business
published more than
Ad mi nist rat ion,
four hundred scientific
Nancy Ho
Psychology (UK)
papers, edited eleven
and Hospitality
academic books, and is Dr. Gary Schwartz
(Sw it z erla nd).
the coauthor, with Linda
Her other professional training includes
G. Russek, Ph.D., of The
Marketing, Human Resource and
Living Energy Universe. n
Counseling.
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professionals dedicated to helping CSMI Training Schedule
people discover their true potential.
May 19th thru 27th To set up your interview, contact
New York & New Jersey Max Rubio today.
As a CSMI you manage your own
Email max@SilvaMethod.com
Silva business, you set your own July 27th thru Aug 3rd or
hours and goals. Plus, you receive Laredo, Texas Tel toll-free (Continental USA):
personal benefits every time you (Certification training in English and Spanish) 1.800.545.6463
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Oct 6th thru 14th
Los Angeles, California CSMI training is conducted year-round
If you are a Silva graduate and worldwide. For information on CSMI
would enjoy sharing your creative training, contact Max Rubio or the Silva
Dec 1st thru 9th
director in your country.
talents with others who seek to Laredo, Texas
obtain their goals and improve
their lives, then we want you.
Just a few of the enlightening and entertaining
presentations at the 40th Anniversary Convention
Workshops
the mysterious mummy of the pharaoh, Jung referred to the inner conscious,
whose resting place is still undiscovered. and said that it is conducive to a person’s
Cheops Awakening: wellbeing. We Silva graduates call it “level
Saving the Earth Currently there are research projects in one” when we go within ourselves to
By Andrew Wojcikiewicz Poland and in Egypt in order to verify program for desired results. We call it our
information received by Ms. Lobos. In “laboratory level” when we work cases or
Are the catastrophes plaguing the earth his presentation Wojcikiewicz will update want to feel centered, or feel connected to
in recent years just a part of a normal listeners about the current status of the our inner wisdom. We consider this inner
process, or is there another meaning—a research. An interesting coincidence; level of awareness a creative dimension
higher pattern—to all of it? Many people involved in the Cheops where we create our laboratory and meet
project are Silva graduates from Poland, our counselors.
The workshop will address this subject United States, Belgium, Ukraine, Russia,
and is based on information received Hungary and Egypt. In this workshop, we will discuss the
through Silva graduate Lucyna Lobos laboratory and counselor as a Silva
from the Polish town of Wroclaw, who Method technique for connecting with
uses hypnotic age regression as her source.
Silva’s Success Formula your inner wisdom.
Since 2001 Ms. Lobos has conducted over By Hans DeJong
50 sessions and has dispensed a vast body
of information about the location of the The step-by-step strategies and mental Where Do We Go
techniques José Silva used to overcome all
Pharaoh Khufu’s tomb, who is also known From Here?
under his Greek name, Cheops, Khufu is obstacles and develop the Silva Method By Jeanie Bengston
the Egyptian pharaoh for whom the Great program worldwide, finally becoming
Pyramid of Giza was built. According to chairman of five corporations. Massive changes are taking place on the
Ms. Lobos, finding the mummy of Khufu Revealed; the secret ingredient that makes planet in ways we can’t even imagine!
would be not only a great archeological it all work. We are living at a time of both inner and
discovery but could also help to save outer transformation as world events
millions of lives and the earth itself. Claim Your Creative are prompting others all over the planet
to either wake up to a more mature
Heritage
Through hypnosis and telepathic consciousness and a fuller spiritual
channeling Lucyna described the way By Nelda Sheets alignment or follow the consensus of
the Great Pyramid was constructed, who waging war against anything not in their
constructed it and, most important, why it The inner conscious level of mind belief patterns, their lives based on fear.
was built. Based on Mayan and Egyptian contains priceless resources that can
texts there is a theory that the year 2012 be used for personal growth, creative The world changed on September 11th,
will be a very difficult one for humanity. It solutions, artistic expression and for 2001, and we’re living with a level of
is obvious that our planet is experiencing good health. Throughout the history insecurity we never before experienced.
a crescendo of warning signals such as of the study of the mind, people have A lot of scary stuff seems to be going on
earthquakes, tsunamis, and hurricanes. talked about a “center” that directs and with all of the earth changes—tsunamis,
The Great Pyramid is claimed to be a empowers us. Freud coined the word hurricanes, earthquakes, and fires—as
protection for the earth and its citizens “unconscious” as the source of instincts well as threats of terrorist attacks, the
against the imminent danger of year and drives. war in Iraq, pandemic flu warnings, and
2012. The key to the Great Pyramid is a host more. It’s frightening to so many
because they feel they out of control and well-being, enthusiasm, hope, happiness Applying positive creativity to all parts
potential victims. In the coming months, and joy. of your life, both present and future, can
we can probably expect a continuation of result in a richer, fuller, happier life. Put
the earth shifts and more issues coming to We will join together to send our message creativity to work for you!
light, politically, socially and individually to the planet, to care more deeply, show
on a global, national and personal level. more empathy, exhibit more patience,
We’re in the middle of the paradigm shift forgive more graciously, listen more Revamp Your Thoughts,
that has been talked about for many years, perceptively and display unabashed Heal Yourself
and we’ll take a good look at this. kindness. Of course, as we demonstrate By Kaykhosrow (Kain) Samiya
these qualities ourselves, our world, our
More than ever, we’ve been forced to learn very reality changes. Did you know that your thoughts are
and live deeply spiritual principles; that things? As such, when you control them,
our real security lies not in the external Be prepared for a powerful, motivating in essence you have controlled your
world, but in our internal strength and and inspirational time. life. In this session we will not only
the resonance or level of vibration that demonstrate that your thoughts indeed
we emanate. As Silva graduates, we are have form, but also show how they can
already aware that we now view the world Creativity in the
influence your auric body as well as your
in differently, different the way most of 21st Century life. This will be demonstrated with
us were raised and most of the world By Lily Soh
dowsing rods. Spiritual laws that govern
still lives. It’s time now to ratchet up all creation are discussed. You will also
that knowledge so we can live the Silva Realizing the importance and rewards
be guided thru two meditations to create
principles with ease and grace in our of creativity and innovation is one of
waves of energy, or thought forms, for you
everyday life. the linchpins of the Silva Method. In
and your loved ones that not only keep
this illuminating workshop you will
you positive and centered, but also guided
The good news is that we have many contemplate such provocative ideas as
and protected.
possible futures and there is light at the whether creativity is a gift or a learnable
end of the tunnel. Some have sensed it; skill, and how creativity can convert a
some don’t believe it, while others know it, dilemma into a future of possibilities. Change Your Mind,
see it and live it. Into which category do Change Your Life
you fit? You will study how to develop creative By Ian Pollock
intelligence that matters most to you in
We’ll lay out strategies to be able to go any situation. As you unlock the creative The reality out there can often seem
forth and hold the light, to be the light, process you will tap into your creative difficult, slow or even impossible to
and to even dance in the light. Are you centers and increase your powers of change. When you change your mind,
ready to really understand and to live individuality and resourcefulness. your attitude, your consciousness and
the bigger, better picture with ease and change your inside then your realisation
grace and joy? We will turn some of As your intuitive awareness grows and and truth of everything changes. It is
our attention from what’s happening in brightens, you will understand the value of said; “The truth will set you free.” This
the exterior world and concentrate on adapting to the rapid-fire changes that are workshop provides practical objective
what’s happening to our interior world, a part of our modern life. You will sharpen and subjective ways to connect with this
including how to move our energy from your response to challenges from without truth and manifest the life you desire and
helplessness, fear, anger, and worry, to and within. deserve. n
studying AIDS patients, which showed the
Be a Master benefits of Silva healing techniques. Alicia
The Silva Master’s Conference has presented Silva since 1978 and holds a
master’s degree in counseling psychology.
July 22nd - August 4th
MasterS Janie has presented Silva since 1980 and has
a B.S. in physical education.
conference
The Silva Method continues to July 29th & 30th

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learned how to function at an alpha level,
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Heal the past and brighten your future;
programs in one unique, energy-filled experience teaching the Silva Method. She
explore special age regression techniques
venue, enthusiastically presented by the was in the first class that José Silva taught
and discover the roots of present-day
world’s foremost Silva instructors. to the public in Amarillo, Texas, in 1966,
challenges, hidden obstacles to your
and is the first instructor to be certified to
progress, and correct them at the source.
present the Silva Method.
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Laredo is the global home of Silva International, Inc.
We invite you to “come home” to the birthplace of the Silva Method
and get to know
Laredo in brief
Laredo, Texas, which traces its disrupted and many ranchos were
beginning back through 250 wiped out by the raids of the Co-
manche and Apache Indians who
years, is located on the U.S./ reaped the spoils of war and gained
Mexico border, just 150 miles prestige in their warrior-based soci-
southwest of San Antonio and eties. The Carrizos, another group
of Native Americans who practiced
150 miles north of Monterrey, a hunting-gathering existence, were
Mexico. decimated by disease and eventually
assimilated into Spanish culture.
Truly a land of many cultures, the colors, flavors
and sounds of Laredo, Texas are the product of its Disgruntled with the Mexican cen-
rich heritage. Today, you find a little bit of Texas Laredo was founded on the north bank of the tralist government’s rule by dictatorship and its
and a little bit of Mexico, blended into what visi- Rio Grande on May 15, 1755, when Captain complacency in defending the northern frontier
tors come to enjoy as the flavor of Laredo. Tomás Sánchez, with three families, was granted from Indian attack, many Laredoans supported
permission to settle 15 leagues of land near an the constitutional convention which created the
Long known as the Gateway to Mexico, Laredo, Indian ford on the Rio Grande. Operated as a Republic of the Rio Grande on January 7, 1840.
Texas sits on the banks of the Rio Grande, just family rancho, the Sánchez estate ran cattle, Laredo became a capital of the new republic
across the river from its sister city Nuevo Laredo, sheep, goats, horses, mules and oxen. In 1767, which attempted to unite Tamaulipas, Nuevo
Mexico. Visitors enjoy the convenience of being the city was laid out, and in the years to follow, Leon, and parts of South Texas. After several
able to park in downtown Laredo and walk to ranching became the sustenance of the colony. skirmishes with the Mexican army, the short-
the tourist district in Nuevo Laredo lived republic came to an end, enduring only
The 1757 inspection reported eleven families 283 days. Although the Republic of Texas, which
San Agustin de Laredo, a colonial city of New owning 100 cattle, 125 mules, 712 horses, and had won its independence from Mexico in 1836,
Spain founded in 1755, was named for a town in 9,089 sheep and goats. The first Texas cattle attempted to claim Laredo, its citizens remained
Santander, located on the north coast of Spain. drives took place along the San Antonio-Laredo loyal to Mexico after the defeat of the Republic
Nuevo Santander, one of the last northern prov- road to Saltillo in the 18th century, and Laredo of the Rio Grande.
inces of New Spain, was established by the Span- became an important frontier outpost on the
iard José de Escandón as part of a program to lower Camino Real, or King’s Road, which In 1845, the annexation of Texas by the Unit-
colonize northern Mexico. Appointed governor, stretched from Saltillo through San Antonio to ed States led to the declaration of war against
Escandón was responsible for the colonization Los Adaes. During the Spanish-Mexican period, Mexico. Shortly after the fall of Mexico, the Rio
along the Rio Grande, and a chain of six settle- the Texas cowboy was born. Round-ups of wild Grande was declared the boundary between the
ments were established, with Camargo being cattle called mesteños were regulated by the City United States and Mexico. Under the Treaty of
the earliest in 1749. The other outposts included Council, and brands were publicly registered. Guadalupe Hidalgo, Laredo officially became
Reynosa (1749), Dolores (1750), Revilla (1750), part of Texas. Mexicans who wanted to retain
and Mier (1752). Since no missions or presidi- The Spanish settlement became a Mexican city their citizenship moved across the river. This
os were associated with its founding, Laredo is in 1821 when Mexico gained it independence area previously settled as part of Laredo was
considered the oldest independent settlement in from Spain, and, during the early 1800s, a trad- named Nuevo Laredo in 1848. An estimated 120
Texas and is the only remaining Spanish colonial ing economy developed as cattle hides and refugee families planted their roots and grew to
settlement on the north bank of the lower Rio wool were traded south in exchange for food a population of around 2,000 in the 1870s. n
Grande. and household necessities. However, trade was
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Paula Silva. Series reached level, even when
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memories and and de- and finding a suitable
will keep you tailed re- correction.
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Fiendishly
Clever
CROSSWORD
#1 Compiled by G. Williams (fiend)
ACROSS
1. José’s kid count
3. Uninvited sylvan guest
4. Silva thinkers
10. Original Silva Method name
11. Refs
13. Aid
14. “To sleep, perchance to…”
16. Friend in St. Tropez
17. Present-day dinosaurs
19. Flow of consciousness
20. Early Silva study
21. Silva laboratory aides
23. Anesthesia, Silva-style
25. Expanse of H2O
27. Despite the possibility
30. Applied E.S.P. (2 words)
33. Silva hometown DOWN
35. O2 is a major component 2. Part of D.B.E.R.P. 32. Sleeper sawing wood
38. Creative lobe (2 words) 3. Stress chemical 34. Eight in Puerto Vallarta
39. Part of B.P.L. 4. They watch for wardrobe 36. Vader lieutenants (2 words)
40. Poker stake malfunctions (initials) 37. It can be framed, part 2
41. Pronto (initials) 5. Sugar source 42. Senses receive them
43. Straight; correct (comb. form) 6. Gradual destruction 45. Domicile
44. Second peg 7. Debt doc (initials) 47. They can limit you
46. Vagabond 8. Dit dit dit, dah dah dah, dit dit dit 48. 14 to 21 cycles
49. Mental tendencies (2 words) 9. Silva CEO 50. French resort
52. First class 12. It can be framed, part 1 (2 words) 51. Three-toed animals
53. Señora Silva 15. Twinges 54. Grant opponent
55. Used in return for payment 16. A terrible thing to waste (2 words) 56. Memory fingers sum
57. Voluntary guide 18. Modus operandi 58. A group of Jose’s trainers (initials)
59. One thousandth of an inch 22. Type of Buddhism 59. Old wives’ tale
60. Memory glass 24. Pants-on-fire person 61. Grass family member
62. Part of D.B.E.R.P. 25. Silva Method steps 62. Homerism
61. Kind of sensory perception 26. Chalcedony 63. One small, numbered cube
67. Exuberant greeting 28. Wrong side of the tracks 65. Half a dozen at the Colosseum
68. Recall facilitators 29. Brain division 66. Former spouse
69. VI today 31. Mind kind
10 REASONS
to celebrate with us at Silva’s
40th Anniversary Convention
August 5 & 6, 2006
Laredo, Texas
1 Learn the Silva Method strategies used
by some of our most successful instruc-
tors. Recognize how the use of the Silva
Method empowers you to have a happier,
healthier, and more rewarding life.
2 Meet and socialize with graduates and in-

structors from around the world.
3 Enjoy two legendary Silva instructors;

Harry McKnight and Rosa Rivas as they
“Woulda, coulda, shoulda. Next!” reflect on our theme, “Celebrating our
Bruce Eric Kaplan - 1995 40th Anniversary.”
4 Choose any six workshops from twenty-

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5 & /
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9 % ) $ " 3 0 0 Gary Schwartz, author of Living Energies

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3 & - * & ' - & 4 *
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awards and “Learning, Laughter and
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South American Director, Omar Musta-
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“Transition and Transformation.”
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. 3 * ( ) 5 # 3 " * / - & 7 & - * 3 9 Hilda Silva Rubio will share her vision
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ISSUE 11 · APRIL 2006 · PUBLISHED IN LAREDO · TEXAS

Celebrate 40 years with us Details inside

FOCUSED THINKINGby Max Rubio p6

CELEBRATE SILVA 2006

Better and better,

Laredo Civic Center SILVA 40th ANNIV. EXPO

SILVA TRIP TO CHINA

Art Director: George Williams

share your success ing: Name of your instructor,

For every story we publish in Sil- or email:

E very year the Silva convention attracts hundreds

Our exhibit area will be loosely thematic, which means

Lared o a t 2 5 0 ch ez es ta b lish ed the tiny co

The streets of Laredo circa 1900

original Silva Method program easier to understand

thinking” delivery of the Silva Method program is

quickly helping participants understand why it works.

Graduates no longer have to struggle to explain why

We are entering our 40th year of service with the

In our new focused thinking delivery of the Silva

That the original Silva Method program remains

Since the beginning, teaching the Silva program has

you focus your mind Paula Silva. They were

Hilda Silva Rubio Harry McKnight Dr. George DeSau

Before she started her professional career

Alicia Curtis &

YES! You can become a Certified Silva method Instructor

Join our growing Silva

The Silva Method continues to July 29th & 30th

Silva Master’s Conference The Silva Method (FT) $

Total package price: $3,170

Mastering Personal Power $

*Classes may be attended separately,

but only those attending all 14 days 40th Anniversary Expo $

José & Paula and their brood

Three Amigos Rosa Rivas and our CEO, Hilda, 2001

Take an Internet Shortcut to the Silva Store

2 Meet and socialize with graduates and in-

3 Enjoy two legendary Silva instructors;

4 Choose any six workshops from twenty-

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