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EMOTIONAL
THE CLINICAL BENEFITS SPRING CLEANING
OF GOING PG. 6
GLUTEN- FREE
PG.15

CHILD CARE OPTIONS

WHICH ONE IS BEST
IN THE EYES OF A FOR YOU?
SOUL FRIEND PG. 10
PG. 18

MOMS KITCHEN:
SIMPLE SPRING PEA
SOUP + EASY APP:
BAKED ZUCCHINI CHIPS
PG. 21
THE HEARTH OF THE
WITCH: GROWING
FROM OUR PAST
PG.16

WHY WE EAT
PG.11

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Spring has sprung - and change is just around the corner! The warmer weather
reminds us that sunny times are ahead. What does spring mean to you? Is it
achieving a healthier lifestyle or diet? Or is it cleaning and organizing your home,
work or even emotional baggage? Perhaps its getting out for more walks and
enjoying the fresh air and sun? It is a time of renewal and regeneration. Take some
time for yourself and ask - what aspects in my life need to be updated or thrown
out? Its time to get rid of the junk and clear out some space! Enjoy this time of
renewal and live in each and every moment!
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4 Burlington Wholistic Wellness Expo
7 Did you know? 11 uses for peony root
8 Spring has Sprung!+ Monthly Meditation
20 Yoga for You! - Half Lord of the fishes pose
+ Gusto crystal pick: Rainbow Moonstone
22 Just a few reasons to drink Holy Basil Tea
+ Gusto approved eatery!
5 11 Why we eat
9 from our past
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MIND
5 Stop and smell the roses
6 Emotional spring cleaning
9 Laughter in the workplace
10 Child care options - which one is
best for you?
BODY
12 The truth about tension headaches
14 Clear skin can be yours
15 The clinical benefits of going
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16 The Hearth of the witch: growing
17 Awakening your illuminating heart
18 In the eyes of a soul friend
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3 SIMPLE TIPS TO CULTIVATE
AWARENESS
BREATHE
Breathing not only releases toxins from our body and strengthens our
lungs but deep breathing can also help to calm,, release tension,
and elevate mood. Try inhaling through your nose, expanding your
belly, filling your chest and count to 3. Hold onto your breath for a
count of 4 and then exhale fully over a count of 5.
Practice gratitude even in times of turmoil, there can still be things
to be grateful for. Take a moment to look around. See the beauty
of a sunny day and blue sky or the feeling of warm air on your face,
or hear the infectious sound of children laughing and playing. Be
grateful you have the vision to see the sun, the ears to hear the
laughter.
BE AWARE
It is easy to get swept away in tasks and it is often important to do
so and be able to complete what needs to be accomplished. The
key here is to first recognize when our focus is not balanced and
secondly take a moment, or plan to take a moment when you are
able, to practice some self care. When we have awareness that
we are getting out of sync, it enables us a wonderful opportunity
to change direction. Also, simply stop and take inventory of your
surroundings; your environment, the people, nature. Enjoy the little
things, celebrate the small successes. Reap the benefits of your
hard work.
SMILE
Smiling releases endorphins that make us feel happy and help to
lower stress levels. It can be a great release of emotions and will
draw positive people and energy into your life. Look for things to
smile and laugh about. It will bring more joy into your life.
SEEING SIGNS OF THE NEW LIFE
MIND
THAT NATURE UNWRAPS FOR
US AS SPRING ARRIVES AFTER A
LONG WINTER SLUMBER SEEMS
ALSO TO BRING A FEELING OF
REVITALIZATION IN THE AIR. IT IS
NICE TO BE ABLE TO BRING OUR
ACTIVITIES AND LIFE OUTSIDE A BIT
AFTER A LONG CANADIAN WINTER.
THIS BRINGS TO MIND A CLICH
THAT IM SURE WEVE ALL HEARD
BEFORE THAT SAYS TAKE THE TIME
TO STOP AND SMELL THE ROSES.
This clich has been said to originate from a
conversation between friends. One of the friends
had a beautiful rose garden that she laboured and
toiled over. She worked so hard to keep her roses
perfect; however, she didnt take the time to stop
working long enough to enjoy the fruits of her labour.
It is said, her friend reminded her to stop working
and be present and experience the beauty she had
created with her hard work hence, stop and smell
the roses.
While obviously, we dont all have literal rose gardens
to walk through and smell, the meaning behind the
phrase should not be lost. In other words, in the chaos
of our busy lives with work, school, kids, lessons, and
all the other obligations, we will find more happiness
and fulfillment when we take the time to be present
in the moment and enjoy the small blessings we have
in our lives.
It is easy to get wrapped up in the hectic pace that
is required of us and can also be overwhelming at
times. Taking care of ourselves mentally, spiritually,
and emotionally can be just as important as our
physical needs in enjoying a fulfilling and abundant
life. By focusing on the little pleasures of life, if even for
just a moment, you will experience more happiness.
It may not take away all of your stress; life will always
have stress, but it will bring some light in. The more
you practice this, the more happiness you will allow
in.
Im not suggesting we all stop in the middle of our
busy days and take a trip to the spa (although if you
can, why not?!) but here are a few tips that may help
you to stop for a moment and take in the beauty and
the blessings of your surroundings and your being.
So the next time you are feeling stressed out or are
busy beyond belief, just remember, take the time
to stop and smell the roses...Im certain you will
find, if even for just a moment, there is a tiny piece
of calm or happiness in it for you. After all, you
deserve it for all that you are and all that you do.
AMANDA MARTIN
LIFE COACH
WWW.BEINSPIREDBYAMANDA.COM
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EMOTIONAL SPRING CLEANING
5. SENSITIVITY TO CONTEXT:
EMOTIONS ARE The ability to regulate responses based
LEARNED RESPONSES on context of a specific situation. This
Lately Ive been thinking quite a bit is determined in late part by activity in
about emotions and how they may your hippocampus.
relate to (or limit) the practice of
mindful living. Maybe its because 6. ATTENTION: Sharpness and
lately Ive been running into individuals clarity of focus. This is regulated by the
hat seemcompletelydriven by one single prefrontal cortex.
emotion - whether it beanger, or insecurity -
that they cannot seem tomove forward.
A vicious cycle in my opinion that feeds on itself,
since the more helpless and debilitating that
specific emotion becomes, the more they cling to it.
Trying to untangle the complicated yarn which is our A SEASONED COUPLE SITTING ON A
emotional reality is no easy feat. One could attempt PARK BENCH EXPOUNDING ON THE
to compile a neat catalogue of good and bad emotions, VALUE OF EQUANIMITY, OR MENTAL
as many philosophers (the stoics for example), and more
CALMNESS. I WAS STRUCK BY THE
recently motivational speakers have attempted, but to
PROFOUND WISDOM OF THE CAPTION:
me it sounds like sheer madness.
YOU CANNOT LET YOURSELF GET TOO
Then I ran into this post from one of my favourite UP OR TOO DOWN BASED ON YOUR
blogs: HUMANITY OF NEW YORK, and it became clear to me that CIRCUMSTANCES [] YOU SHOULD NOT
perhaps I was asking the wrong question. REACT TO THE WORLD. YOU SHOULD
RESPOND, BUT NOT REACT. A RESPONSE
IS AN ACTION BASED ON LOGIC. A
WHATS YOUR STYLE? REACTION IS AN EMOTIONAL STATE.
Neuroscience and psychology may provide a useful tool in trying YOUR REACTION WILL NOT CHANGE
to make sense of emotions, where they come from, and how
THE WORLD. YOUR REACTION ONLY
they connect with other brain functions including instinct and
CHANGES YOU. YOUR RESPONSE WILL
intelligence.
CHANGE THE WORLD.
So, about asking the wrong question: What if we were to shift our
thinking from the what (or identity) to the how (or quality) of
emotions? What if instead of looking at categories of emotional
states, we were to look at modalities of emotional states?

RICHARD DAVIDSON, PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY AND

PSYCHIATRY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON,
IDENTIFIES SIX EMOTIONAL STYLES WHICH DETERMINE THE
WAY WE RESPOND (OR REACT) TO SPECIFIC SITUATIONS. THEY
ARE:

1. RESILIENCE: Simply put, the ability to recover from

adversity. It is determined by signals between the frontal cortex
and the amygdala

2. OUTLOOK: The ability to sustain a positive emotional

viewpoint. This is determined the levels of activity in the
ventral Striatum (key part of the brain integral to our capacity
for self-renewal).

3. SOCIAL INTUITION: The ability to interpret social cues.

It is shaped by the interplay between the amygdala and
fusiform regions.

4. SELF-AWARENESS: This one seems like an easy one, but

in fact its a tricky one. Self-awareness refers to the ability to
identify and interpret the physical signals that reflect emotion.
Self-awareness is determined by the ability of the insula to
interpret signals from the body and organs. Ask yourself, how
well are you able to perceive the physical sensations in
your body that signal emotions at this very moment?

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MORE LIKELY THAN NOT YOUR EMOTIONAL STYLE

USES FOR

MIND
IS A COMBINATION OF A COUPLE (OR ALL SIX) OF
THESE MODALITIES. WHILE TO A CERTAIN EXTENT
THESE EMOTIONAL STYLES ARE IN PART GENETIC, OR
LEARNED AT AN EARLY AGE, THEY CAN CHANGE. ONE PEONY ROOT
OF THE THINGS THAT NEUROLOGY HAS BEEN ABLE TO
ASCERTAIN, IS THAT THE BRAIN IS MORE FLEXIBLE THAN
PREVIOUSLY THOUGHT. The Peony plant is a per-
ennial plant which grows
usually between half a
meter to three meters. It is
SO, AS PROMISED HERE IS A DIY a tough, resilient plant. It
prefers nutrient rich, well
PRIMER OF SORTS: drained soil, but can grow
in most types of soil.
1. TRAINING FOR RESILIENCE The Peony plant blossoms
Just engaging in regular mindful meditation or yoga. in the sun and partial
Anything that focuses your mind on breathing and the shade and avoids frost
sensations in your body will enhance resilience.
affected areas.
It produces beautiful,
fragrant flowers in late
2. TRAINING FOR OUTLOOK spring and early summer
Something as simple as surrounding yourself with positive
affirmation and mementos from happy moments in your
life may do the trick. Post them on your fridge, your work The health benefits of Peony root include its use as
station, your bathroom mirror, whatever works. Express a sedative, analgesic, antibacterial, antiallergenic,
gratitude by thanking people, and/or keeping a gratitude anticoagulant and antifungal.
journal. Besides, gratitude is good for your health. Usually in autumn, the root barks of a four year old
Peony plant is boiled and dried to use for medicinal
3. TRAINING FOR SOCIAL INTUITION purpose.
Become adept at interpreting body language and/or tone
of voice and how they relate to different emotional states. The most popular health benefit of the Peony root is as
an antispasmodic which helps to relax muscles. It is used
4. TRAINING FOR SELF-AWARENESS to relax cramps in the calf, abdomen and limb muscles.
Practice toning in to your body and determine how you Treating cramps that are caused by epilepsy attacks,
feel and where those feelings originate. Try to do this in a bouts of asthma and cramps during menstrual periods.
non-critical, non-judgmental way. Self-awareness shouldnt Other key health benefits of Peony roots include its use
make you miserable. as a sedative which helps calm nerves and other
nervous conditions.
5. TRAINING FOR SENSITIVITY TO CONTEXT
Become aware of events, words, or behaviours that trigger Can be used as a diuretic for bladder and kidney
disproportionate responses, and consider why that is. If you related problems.
lose your cool and the sheer mention (or appearance) of As an analgesic to relieve headaches and pain during
a family member, and you feel driven to stuff a napkin menstruation.
frown their throat it is likely that your initial instinct may
It is also used as an anticoagulant, blood coolant and
not be proportionate to the situation. Consciously (and
blood purifier especially for the stomach and liver.
emotionally) distance yourself from that initial impetus, and
focus your attention on better ways to cope with this. Think Provides nourishment to the blood. It is used in the
about your behaviour in such situations, meditating and/or treatment of jaundice.
breathing deeply until you feel more relaxed, and count to Antifungal and antibacterial properties of Peony roots
ten before doing anything. are helpful in curing gastrointestinal infections.
6. TRAINING FOR ATTENTION Treats skin problems and to make the skin
look healthier and younger.
Spend ten minutes a day sitting in a quiet room, and focus
on one object, refocusing when your attention wanders. A doctor should be consulted before using Peony root.

IT SHOULD NOT BE USED BY PREGNANT AND NURSING

WOMEN.
RITA GAGLIANO WWW.VOICES.YAHOO.COM
MINDFULNESS & POSITIVITY COACH
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 SPRING HAS SPRUNG
SPRING HAS SPRUNG AND WHAT WONDERFUL
ENERGY COMES ONCE WINTER BEGINS TO
LOOSEN ITS COLD GRASP!
ALL THROUgh January our thoughts have flown on gossamer
wings of imagination, growing, changing, and evolving
into our lifes possibilities. With the passing of Imbolc or
Candlemas, the mid-point between the Winter Solstice and
the Spring Equinox, we have begun to feel the renewed
energy of the Earth waking and beginning to build beneath
our feet. In response our own spirit and energy begin to rise
and we joyfully embrace this burgeoning renewal.
As the time for the Equinox gets closer, we can no longer
ignore the building heat and warmth. Spring is fast
approaching and with it comes an obvious sense of renewal
and rebirth. In this surging energy, we may have found one
or two of our imaginings having a little more staying power.
If we spend a little time thinking of these few ideas we can
feel our excitement and drive being fueled just as life is
returning to our world.
Our spirit has recognized these ideas as the most promising
source of growth and change for this coming year. We
have allowed our dreams to form the rough shapes and
outlines of our goals and now the energy of spring says that
it is time to do more. It is time to examine our dreams and
plan while we look for the most fertile methods that will aid
in growing our dreams.
This is the time to plan our course, to look at our options, and
to plan how best to work toward our dreams and goals. This
is the season of mapping our possibilities, and contingencies.
This isnt about big changes or big movement, not yet. This
is a time to plan how best to encourage our desires within
the fertile ground of our spirit. We look for the simple steps
that will spur our dreams and desires forward.
As with all seeds, not all will germinate. Those that do can
and will become the stuff that inspires us throughout our life.
We may have seen our end goal but we must remember
that the end is not our beginning. Each new spring gives
us the opportunity to plant anew, to move forward in
our life path and to celebrate as our spirit embraces the
opportunities that abound.

MONTHLY MEDITATION
Take three deep breaths, feel your body relax with each gently exhaled breath.
Imagine a column of white light surrounding and protecting you as you journey
inward toward your heart. Once within your heart imagine a door opening
Beyond the door are fallow fields, and barren trees. Yet this landscape is not
a lifeless as it would seem. The sun and gentle breezes carry a hint of warmth,
the warmth that is growing and stirring life into being. The small birds that have
stayed through the Winter chorus a song that buoys the spirit and a new song
joins with them as the first robins of the year return to sing their herald to Spring.
Even a closer look at the trees shows the first signs of returning life as the first tiny
buds appear. The fallow fields are not barren either as the first Spring flowers
of crocus, iris, tulips and more have broken through the hard grasp of winter.
In the distance is an inviting, warm cottage and you walk toward it. Inside a
fire chases the last of winters chill from your body. A woman is tending to seeds
and pots spread out along the table. Her warm smile melts any remain chill in
your spirit. She is the one who tends your inner garden and all of these seeds,
strewn across the table, were born from your flights of fancy. She hands you
the seeds of thought that have stayed with you the longest in those imaginings.
They have been warmed by Her gentle touch and are ready for planting. Her
gentle touch warms the earth and as you begin to plant your dream seeds
Her voice gently reminds you of the possibility that each of these seeds hold.
Within the warm, moist ground, the seed is protected and begins the process
of growth that will bring it into being as the year itself moves forward. With
the sowing done she takes your hand and reminds you that this is only the
beginning, and that you have everything you need to make this a reality. She
says that she will tend to these seeds as you begin the outward process to
allow them to become part of your outward life. You leave the cottage with a
renewed vigor and bounce to your step.
Return to the waking world knowing that you have taken the first, vital steps to
becoming and having your dreams come true.

CHERYL CAMILLO
SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR & HEALER
MOTHERC@SPIRITWALKDUNDAS.COM
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LAUGHTER

IN THE WORKPLACE
In this high pressure, high tension modern world, stress
levels are higher than ever before. Many people are
facing an enormous amount of stress and burnout in
the workplace. Even highly talented and skilled people
cannot perform well if they are emotionally imbalanced
and stressed.
There are many methods being used to reduce
stress but Laughter Yoga is the most cost effective,
less time consuming and is a single exercise routine
which reduces physical, mental and emotional stress
simultaneously and promotes harmonized balance and
over all well being.
PEAK PERFORMANCE
At any given time, physical, mental and emotional
performance relies on mood levels, Laughter Yoga has
the power to change the mood state within minutes by
releasing Neuro-peptides, from the brain cells, which
are called endorphins. Did you know that our brain
needs about 25% more oxygen than any other organ?
With Laughter Yoga we can increase the brains oxygen
levels, and gain amazing results, which bring about
increased levels of energy, joy & serenity.
MIND
MOTIVATION AND COMMUNICATION
Whether you are the first person a client sees when entering
your company, or the main communicator, you will convey
to others, just how healthy & joyful you are. When others
see your joy, they will gravitate towards you this is definitely a
bonus if you are in Sales, imagine the earning potential.
Laughter Yoga incorporates breathing techniques, light
stretch, child like play and lots of giggles. There is no right or
wrong way to begin. And you definitely do not need a sense
of humour, just the willingness to participate in a program
which you will derive happiness, health & peace. Oh, and
the socialization aspect of it is a definite plus.
LILYANA
LAVANDULA WELLNESS CENTRE
WWW.LAVANDULAWELLNESSCENTRE.COM

TEAM BUILDING
People who laugh together, work together and a
company that promotes Laughter as Medicine, and
provides wellness classes for their employees, gains
so much in increased productivity and lowers the
level of employee sick day, that has to be a bonus for
themselves and a heightened benefit for all.

JOHN CLEESE, A RENOWNED BRITISH

COMEDIAN, ONCE SAID DURING HIS
VISIT TO MUMBAI THAT LAUGHTER IS
A GREAT CONNECTOR OF PEOPLE. IT
BREAKS ALL HIERARCHIES AND IS A
FORCE FOR DEMOCRACY, AND JOHN
CERTAINLY KNOWS A THING OR TWO
ABOUT LAUGHTER. LAUGHTER YOGA
HAS MANY HEALTH BENEFITS. IT AIDS
IN DEVELOPING A POSITIVE MENTAL
ATTITUDE, HOPE AND OPTIMISM AND
INCREASES COMMUNICATION SKILLS
TO HELP IN TEAM BUILDING.

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CHILD CARE OPTIONS - WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU?
When we have young children (new born to 12 years old), child An assessment of our child care needs requires us to first give some
care planning is a priority. It is not surprising that as parents, thought to the various options out there and the advantages
every other aspect of our day is likely to feel chaotic if we and disadvantages associated with each option. Second,
are not comfortable - well within ourselves - in our child care any consideration of child care options is best accomplished
arrangements. In the past, many parents have automatically in conjunction with thought given to other factors which may
sought care through child care centres or private-home child influence our choice of child care arrangement. For example,
care agencies, only to be wait-listed and/or upon starting, realize a realistic assessment of the child care arrangements available
the policies may not be conducive to the needs of their family. can be affected by our income, family structure, our work or
studying status and sometimes traditions associated with our
Accordingly, securing the right child care arrangement you cultural backgrounds.
know, one that realistically suits our familys needs - can be
extremely overwhelming. So how does a family choose the best OUR CHANCE OF NAILING DOWN THAT SUSTAINABLE, CALMING
child care solution for them? AND SECURE CHILD CARE WE DESIRE IS ATTAINABLE! WHEN
DECIDING ON THE RIGHT CHILD CARE FOR YOUR FAMILYS NEEDS,
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS (TAKING IN TO ACCOUNT
NANNY SHARE NANNY THEIR ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES):
(1 NANNY: 2-4 FAMILIES) (1 NANNY: 1 FAMILY)
ADVANTAGES ADVANTAGES
Cost is less for family; Cost-effective for PRIVATE-HOME
but overall nannies families with more CHILD CARE
than one young
get paid more (showing
fair compensation for children. ADVANTAGES CHILDCARE CENTRE
valuable work and time!) Costs ADVANTAGES
Staff members comparable to
Parents pay less than the are trained in Early daycare centres. With the exception FAMILY(RELATIVE)
cost of a one family Childhood Education of nanny sharing, and CHILD CARE
nanny and often times (ECE) in addition to Nurturing home- depending on how
less than the cost of or having university like atmosphere. many kids, it can be ADVANTAGES
private-home child care degrees, travel
Smaller groups cost effective. May or may not
and/or child care centre. and invaluable life cost financially.
experiences, as well of children (1-5 Usually someone
Staff members often as languages. children). always available to Can be more
trained in Early Childhood watch child. personalized
Better bonding for Kids socialize with attention.
Education (ECE) in other children of
addition to or having children & providers. Kids socialise with
same and other other children of May share the
university degrees, More flexibility with age groups. same values.
travel and invaluable life same age.
individual needs.
experiences, as well as Licensed and Staff members DISADVANTAGES
languages. More control/input in regulated (If are trained in Early Employee-
rearing of kids. bringing your child Childhood Education employer
Convenient to an out of home professional
Less chance of an ( ECE).
Better bonding for child care setting, relationship is hard
illness. ensure that the Licensed and to establish and/or
children & providers.
When kids are sick, child care facility regulated. maintain.
More flexibility with they can stay home has a current
individual needs. license to DISADVANTAGES Child care
with nanny. (parents philosophies may
More control/input in the are able to save sick operate. It is also Can be costly
recommended especially for families conflict.
rearing of your kids. days)
that you query the with more than one Playtime with
Less chance of an illness. With just one rate of incidents child requiring care. other children
caregiver, there is occurring at the must be especially
When kids are sick, they greater accountability Kids get sick more
can stay home with facility) arranged either
for care of child. (no often in daycare
nanny (parents are able Usually more facilities. Most centres by you or relative.
passing the blame
to save their sick days). onto someone else) flexible pick/drop- will not provide care Older relative may
With just one caregiver, Also, given care off times than a for sick children. have a hard time
there is greater is provided in home, daycare centre. handling younger
parents have the right Closed during most
accountability for care DISADVANTAGES holidays. kids.
of child. (no passing the to monitor via security Kids get sick more
blame onto someone cameras. often in daycare Caregivers care for
else) Often higher facilities. more than one child.
standards in place (Recommended ratios
Often higher standards Many providers usually higher than
in place (and executed) (and executed) than do not have
Ministry Regulated private care.)
than Ministry Regulated ECE or other
options. options. formal training. Centres that care for
May be harder to infants can be hard
DISADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES monitor, because to find or full (often
Concern with nanny Concern with nanny in someone elses with wait lists).
sick days, time-off sick days, time-off home.
or quitting. (at least or quitting. (at least
if sourced outside of if sourced outside of
agency) So there you have it! Though at initial glance planning for child care can
agency) deem daunting, upon consideration of the common (viable) options
If do not have Can be costly for available, coupled with understanding the needs of your family, the
compatible share single child families. stress-factor for arranging child care is a thing of the past!
families, conflict may Without further ado - yes you can!
Impression that
arise (hence importance children will not be CHRISTINE BODDEN
of due diligence) exposed to other kids. CANDACE BATCHELOR
PICNEE WATCH CARE
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 WHY WE EAT

WELL ITS 2014. HAS THE NEW YEAR GOTTEN TO YOU
YET? YOU KNOW WHAT IM TALKING ABOUT. THAT
FEELING OF EXCITEMENT IN YOUR GUT AS THE NEW
YEAR GREETS YOU WITH THE PROMISE THAT YOU CAN
TURN THINGS AROUND. THAT YOU CAN SHAKE OFF
PAST MISTAKES. THAT YOU CAN BECOME
BETTER...
The New Year renews hope. If you are like
most people then your dream for the
New Year has something to do with losing
weight. It makes sense, doesnt it? What
better time is there than now to transform
your bodyinto the one that youve always
dreamed of?
TO GET YOU OFF TO A GREAT
START HERE IS SOME FOOD
FOR THOUGHT:
WHY DO YOU EAT?
Now at first glance the answer to that
question seems painfully obvious, but I want
you to dig deeper. Youre probably thinking
that you eat when your body is hungry to get
the energy you need to sustain life.
And youre partially right, but thats not the
only reason that you eat.
The truth is that you (along with almost
everyone you know) eat too much.
Your body simply doesnt need all of the
calories that you consume, and it shows
in a physique that is less than svelte. If we
only ate to fuel our bodies then wed
all have washboard abs. And thats
clearly not the case, right?
BELOW I WILL EXPLAIN THE
FOUR BASIC REASONS
WHY YOU EAT.
BECAUSE YOURE HUNGRY
This one is obvious. You eat when your
BODY
BECAUSE YOURE SOCIAL
Come on, dont just sit there, have a slice of pizza
with us. No one likes to eat alone, and so you feel obli-
gated to eat with others. How many times have you filled
up a plate just because everyone else was eating? When
eating becomes a social activity with no thought to the
calories that are being consumed,
only one thing will result: weight gain.
BECAUSE YOURE
SO WHAT DRIVES HABITUAL
YOU TO EAT WHEN At the end of each day you relax in
YOU SHOULDN'T? front of the television with a snack,
and Im willing to bet that it isnt be
THE ANSWER TO THIS cause youre hungry. You simply
QUESTION COULD BE associate sitting down to watch
JUST WHAT YOU NEED television with eating something. Or
maybe you always visit the vending
TO SEE RESULTS IN machine on your break whether
2014. youre hungry or not. As humans
we love to form habits, and when
your habits involve eating extra
calories then your waistline suffers
for it.
HERE IS MY CHALLENGE
TO YOU:
Take the time to examine why
you are eating, and choose to only
eat when youre truly hungry. This
small action has the potential to
dramatically improve your physique
in the coming year. Remember that
improving your diet is only half of the
equation when it comes to
reshaping your body. The quickest
and most permanent results are
achieved when good eating habits
are accompanied by challenging
exercise.

JUST TRAIN TIP

body tells you that its hungry and in
need of fuel. Just like your car lets you
know when its time to head over to
the gas station for a fill up, your body REDUCE STRESS: ITS WELL KNOWN THAT
is great at letting you know that energy STRESS CONTRIBUTES TO FAT STORAGE. YOU
stores are low. Eating when you are
hungry and stopping when you are
DONT NEED THAT. ITS IMPORTANT TO TAKE
full is a healthy thing. A BREAK FROM THE DAILY GRIND TO ENJOY
MEDITATION AND RELAXATION. WANT TO KNOW
BECAUSE YOURE EMOTIONAL ANOTHER GREAT WAY TO RELIEVE STRESS? YOU
The truth is that you also eat when you are emotional. Can
you remember a time when you turned to food after a stressful GUESSED IT: EXERCISE.
confrontation? Or how about when youve soothed the blues
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 DO YOU SUFFER FROM TENSION
HEADACHES?
THE TRUTH
TENSION
You know, that pain that creeps across your shoulders,
up and around your ear and along the side of your
head. These types of headaches affect 30-80% of
the population and occur most frequently in women.
Tension headaches tend to be muscular in nature
and generally occur due to stress, life changes and
new activities. Staring at the computer screen for
long hours, lack of sleep, changing your job, having a
baby are one of the many factors that can cause or
contribute to tension headaches.

UPPER TRAPEZIUS TRIGGER

POINT REFERRAL PATTERN
Massage therapy can be highly effective
at treating tension headaches. Did you
know one of the most common muscles
massage therapists treat is the trapezius
muscle? Trigger point therapy and mus-
cle stripping can help decrease and di-
minish the knots and help the muscle to
relax. In order to maintain the work your
massage therapist has done for you there
are a few things you need to do. First off
stretch, stretch and stretch! Sitting tall,
grasp the back edge of the chair with
your hand on the side to be stretched.
Turn your head toward that same side
and lean head and body away to feel a DAILY USES (ACTIONS) OF THIS MUSCLE
stretch in the side of the neck and shoul- ARE SHRUGGING OF THE SHOULDERS
ders. Hold for 45 seconds to a minute and AND OVERHEAD MOVEMENTS.
repeat on the other side. Many of us have experienced that pain along the back
of the shoulder blades. It burns, it feels tight and seems to
nag at you on a daily basis. Most commonly you will feel
these symptoms after a long day at the office, a hard-
core study session or after long hours at the computer.
When you have trigger points or hypertonicity (tight) in
the upper trapezius it can also cause tension headaches!
The referral pattern for pain for the upper trapezius
muscle looks like a question mark. It comes along the
back of the head up around to the temples. So how do
we fix this problem or avoid it all together?

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 BODY
UPPER TRAPEZIUS STRETCH

ABOUT
Acupuncture has also proven to be affective in
treating and decreasing tension headaches. By
using acupuncture points on the legs, hands, face,
head and auricle you can re-balanced or unblock
the Qi (pronounced "chee") which allows the

HEADACHES
body to reach homeostasis, balancing the nervous
systems. Acupuncture practitioners will concentrate
on the kidney, gall bladder and liver meridians, as
these pathways are most commonly associated with
headaches. Your practitioner can also acupuncture
trigger points or hypertonic muscle tissues that may
be contributing to your headaches.

WHAT IS THE TRAPEZIUS MUSCLE

AND WHY HOW DOES IT CAUSE MY
HEADACHES?
The trapezius muscle consists of 3 parts upper, middle
and lower fibres. The upper trapezius is the most
common part of the muscle to cause problems,
or to make those problems evident to us! The
trapezius muscle when all 3 parts are used together
is responsible for elevating, retracting and upwardly
rotating the scapula.
This muscle attaches at the base of the skull and TIPS FROM A REGISTERED MASSAGE
along the spinous process of C7-T12, extends to the THERAPIST
front of the body to the clavicle (collar bone) and
YOU CAN'T HELP IT IF YOU WORK AT A DESK
out to the edges of the scapula (shoulder blade).
OR HAVE LONG HOURS TO PUT IN AT THE
COMPUTER, BUT YOU CAN ENSURE PROPER
ERGONOMICS AT YOUR DESK.

Your computer screen should be at eye level

and your screen should be directly in front of you!
Do not sit on an angle and try to look at your
screen!! Ergonomics are key!
Ask your boss or
you need to make
manager to order what
this possible. Most larger
companies have someone on staff to ensure
proper ergonomics at your desk or workplace.
In the long run it saves the both of you time and
money!

Lastly ensure you are sleeping with proper

neck support. Generally one pillow is more than
enough, but each person is unique. Talk to
your therapist to find the best methods for you
personally!

STEPHANIE MUIR
RMT/ACUPUNCTURE PRACTITIONER
WWW.LAVANDULAWELLNESSCENTRE.COM

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5 TIPS TO ZAP THOSE ZITS
CLEAR SKIN CAN BE YOURS
So my destiny was set when I was born, or so it seemed.
When my mom looked upon my little new born face, to her
horror she saw pimples on my chin. Now every mother thinks
her newborn is a beauty, and although she says I was, she
couldnt help but focus on those little pimples. You see, she
had suffered with rosacea for years and dreamed of a clear
complexion for her daughter. Well, it seemed that her dream
would come true, for a while.
During my teens I barely had a pimple. I never even thought
about my complexion, while many of my friends struggled with
teenage acne, I barely had a zit. Then suddenly in my early
20s I developed adult acne. It just seemed to appear out of
nowhere. Now my acne was not severe, but it made me self
conscious and it like everyone was staring at my blemishes.
Fast forward, 20 years. Yes, it took me that long to figure it
out. Turns out I had food allergies. The underlying cause of
my adult acne was a food allergy to gluten, dairy, corn and
chocolate. This caused an overgrowth of yeast in my system
and lead to many health conditions such as chronic bladder,
sinus and yeast infections.
I spent loads of money on cleaners and creams, with the
hope I would wake up one day with blemish free skin. You
dont need to wait, clear skin can by yours today.
After using the 5 tips (beside), I have returned to the glowing
skin of my youth, albeit with a few more laugh lines. If I indulge
in the foods that I am allergic to, the acne returns and this
helps me stay the course. Is your food healing or harming
you? The solution to clear skin is not in a bottle; its in your
refrigerator. You are what you eat, so what are you putting
in your body?
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HERE ARE 5 TIPS FOR CLEAR SKIN:
1. Determine if you have food allergies, the top food
allergens are wheat, dairy, corn, citrus, eggs and
chocolate. Try an elimination diet and see if your acne
improves.
2. Dairy is often an allergy that aggravates acne.
The Nurses Health II study was established in 1989 and
followed 47,000 women. The women were asked about
daily consumption of dairy when they were teens,
particularly about the milk they drank. They discovered
that women, who drank more than three (3) servings of
milk per day, were 22% more likely to have to severe acne
as teenagers. Those that drank skim milk were 44% more
likely to have had severe acne as teenagers. This study
was conducted in the United States, where they do not
ban hormones and antibiotic use in diary cows, as they
currently do in Canada. Although products that are
manufactured in the US are still imported into Canada.
3. Give up the processed foods. Yes, thats right, no more
eating food with ingredients that cant be pronounced.
If it has a health claim or comes from a box, dont eat
it. Opt for whole foods instead, such as fruits, veggies
and whole grains. These are packed with inflammation
fighting ingredients and antioxidants. As Michael Pollan
says, dont eat anything incapable of rotting.
4. Cut out the processed sugar and high glycemic load
foods. These spike your blood sugar and drive up insulin,
which contributes to acne. Time to eliminate the refined
carbohydrates such as breads, muffins, crackers, cookies,
pancakes (just to name a few). I know when I eat
processed sugar it causes my Candida to flare up, (sugar
is fuel for Candida) and out pop the blemishes.
5. Consume Omega 3 fatty acids in, foods such as wild
salmon, ground flax seed, chia seed, hemp seed or oil,
walnuts. These help to reduce inflammation. I toss hemp
hearts and/or ground flax seeds and walnuts on my
morning gluten free porridge or in my smoothie.
SARAH CLARKE. CPC
HEALTH COACH, SESA COACHING
WWW.SESACOACHING.COM
PHOTO CREDIT: HEYCUTE.COM
 THE CLINICAL BENEFITS
+
OF GOING
GLUTEN-FREE
NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR, JUSTIN GALLANT
DELIVERS THE GOODS ON GOING GLUTEN- FREE
THERE IS SO MUCH CONTROVERSY OVER THE
SO-CALLED, FAD OF GOING GLUTEN-FREE. FROM
THE ONLINE SKEPTIC, TO GENERAL PHYSICIANS AND
SPECIALISTS, REMOVING GLUTEN IS BEING LABELLED
AS QUACKERY.
It may be true that there is a lack of formal research proving
that gluten is bad for non-Celiac individuals, but who would
fund this research? I have been able to help so many
patients by identifying if it was necessary, and getting them
to remove gluten from their diet.
One thing that grinds my gears is how their symptoms go
away, they tell their Doctor and their Doctor wants to
test them for Celiac. In order to do this, the patient has to
start consuming gluten for a couple of weeks and then
have a biopsy taken from their small intestine, along with
other immunological blood tests. If the patient decides to
sacrifice their health and follow through with the testing,
only rarely, do they actually test positive.
APPROXIMATELY 80% OF MY CONSTIPATION
CASES ARE EITHER DUE TO GLUTEN AND/OR
HYPOTHYROIDISM. IM CONFIDENT THAT AS MY
CAREER DEVELOPS I WILL BE ADDING A LOT MORE
TO THIS LIST! GOING OFF OF GLUTEN MAY REDUCE
YOUR INTAKE OF B-VITAMINS, ESPECIALLY FOLIC
ACID, AS WELL AS FIBRE BUT THESE ARE EASILY
REPLACEABLE.
Does this mean they arent sensitive to gluten or does it
mean that the testing is not adequate or necessary? Why
do we need to do these tests when the patients symptoms
are gone? I like to look at it this way maybe its not our
bodys fault but instead its glutens fault.
Instead of trying to test our body to see how were reacting
to it, we have to realize that gluten is just that jerk that
nobody gets along with. If you have a coworker who you
cant stand, youre not going to test positive to a blood
test, proving you dont like them. Theyre just inflammatory
and arent worthy of being a part of your life.
If youre at a party and some YOLO-barking bro is there,
your group of friends doesnt have a physiological sensitivity
to him, hes just an overall nuisance. Gluten is that bro that
no one wants to be around and once he penetrates your
boundaries, hes going to cause problems in all shapes and
sizes. Bad News!
Since the scientific literature is lacking, Id like to share some
clinical pearls; albeit anecdotal, as time goes by Im starting
to see some pretty strong patterns.
BODY
HERE ARE SOME BRIEF DETAILS OF MY PERSONAL
SUCCESSES WHICH I CAN ATTRIBUTE TO REMOVING
GLUTEN FROM THE DIET. CONDITIONS THAT I HAVE
SEEN REMOVING GLUTEN HELP (AND SOMETIMES
CURE) SO FAR ARE :
constipation
acne
headaches
autoimmune conditions like Hashimotos
thyroiditis and rheumatoid arthritis
hypothyroidism, skin conditions like eczema
and psoriasis,
arthritis and undiagnosed joint pain
diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome and
inflammatory bowel disease
bloating,
weight gain
fatigue, brain fog
acid reflux,
iron-deficiency anemia
nutrient deficiencies
chronic diarrhea.
You may even start absorbing more of your B-vitamins
from other foods once you stop ingesting gluten since
there will be less inflammation going on in your intestines.
I know its hard to admit that gluten may be the major
culprit of several conditions because it is in all of our
favourite foods but we have to be open-minded to this
reality.
If eventually you do realize that gluten was the culprit
you can always experiment with it to see how reactive
you are too it. I advise anyone going off of gluten to try
it for at least 2 months before giving up on it. If youre
condition goes away, you reintroduce gluten and it
flares back up immediately, you might want to stay
clear indefinitely. For someone like me, who doesnt
have a condition serious enough to completely avoid it
but just gets some abdominal discomfort, you can have
that delicious pizza once in a while. You just have to
listen to your body and respond accordingly.
PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THIS ADVICE AS MEDICAL
ADVICE. If you are having any symptoms, seek a health
professional for proper diagnostics, treatment and if
necessary, guidance in removing gluten. If you would
like to learn more about the negative effects of gluten
feel free to contact me or a good book to start with is,
Wheat Belly by William Davis.
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 THE HEARTH OF THE WITCH:
GROWING FROM OUR PAST
To say yes to everything that arises and simultaneously to stay
in a questioning mind. Its always important to be gentle with
ourselves and trust we are exactly where we are meant to be
as we open to the new.
My own personal experience that might help clarify this a little.
My intention was to continue expanding the work I offer and to
move to a location I thought would be conducive and open to
this. I felt (and thought) I was pretty clear about the direction I
was headed and where I wanted to live. Life, however, started
steering me in a different direction and opened up a path that
I felt was imperative to follow. Initially, I was pretty resistant as
I had all kinds of opinions about the community and how the
people there would not be receptive to the kind of work that I
do.
I believed it would be a bad fit as I viewed this city as quite
conservative and full of people who held quite different values
than me. I had no idea how this could possibly work. I knew
It amazes however that it was a move that I had to make. I have learned
me how clearly the enough to also know that if I carry negative ideas about
stories we create in our minds something there is very little chance of manifestation occurring
bring definition to our lives. They in that particular direction. I decided then to begin challenging
bring purpose and meaning and help myself to create new beliefs and find other
us find some way to fit and be part of evidence to the contrary of my current
something bigger. What I have learned is belief system. I started paying much
that more often than not, we really dont LIFE CONSISTENTLY PROVIDES US closer attention to any and all thoughts,
have a clue we are even doing. This is WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO QUESTION recording them in my journal and talking
because we are so invested in the stories THE STORIES WE HAVE CREATED FOR with others. I soon began to realize that I
and because it is such a challenge to be held some pretty solid stories that kept me
objective about our own internal stories. OURSELVES. IN ORDER TO QUESTION,
protected from old experiences of being
HOWEVER, ONE MUST BE A WITNESS judged, ridiculed or rejected.
Learning to question these stories is a
powerful tool as we open to manifest TO THE MIND. BEING A WITNESS
TAKES PRACTICE AND REQUIRES A I then chose to view all these thoughts
new possibilities and create further as stories I constructed over time to keep
expansiveness for ourselves. Plus, MEASURE OF NON-ATTACHMENT TO me safe in the world. I was able to see
questioning what we believe or how WHAT IS GOING ON IN YOUR HEAD. very quickly that these stories did a very
we perceive things brings up all kinds of SOMETIMES IT CAN BE QUITE THE fine job indeed of creating a separation
emotions we have hidden well away. CACOPHONY OF NOISE. IT REQUIRES between me and these conservative,
THE TENACITY TO SIT STILL, TO LET GO rich people. I was astonished at the
I am finding that as I am setting my blanket generalizations I was making
intentions and wanting to create more OF WHAT ARISES AND ALLOW THE about people, how prejudiced I was
expansive opportunities for myself I have THOUGHTS TO EBB AND FLOW IN AND towards people that lived prosperously.
to allow myself to be open to the fact that OUT OF YOUR MIND. MEDITATING IS Soon it became very evident that siding
many of the beliefs and opinions I have DEFINITELY ONE WAY OF ACHIEVING with these stories also kept me deeply
held dearly, are all in fact stories I have attached to a story of scarcity rather than
constructed as a way to feel safer in the THIS. WRITING IS ALSO A VERY
allowing myself to open to prosperity. I
world. Many of these stories have solidified POWERFUL TOOL. realized I had been growing immensely
in my head as the truth about who I am or with being conscious and aware
what is important to me. I realize, however, internally, yet I was still putting up barriers
that many of these stories have also been a form of protection. to be successful in my external world. Well, not anymore.
They have helped me feel some value and worthiness and
fee that I belonged and explained quite reasonably why I was
not part of a certain culture, or why I made the choices I did. NOW I HAVE A NEW AFFIRMATION: I NO LONGER
I realize as well that I can only acknowledge these beliefs as
stories until I am ready to. If I forced myself to do this too early, AM WILLING TO SUPPORT THE DICHOTOMY OF
it could have easily been destructive to my sense of safety and INTERNAL SUCCESS WITHOUT EXTERNAL SUCCESS.
security in the world. I may not have been ready to sit with the I ALLOW AND I SAY YES!
emotions that arise when I question the stories. In truth, though
we are always creating stories, from the tiniest rationalization of
why we might wear a certain hat, what kind of food we eat to The more open I was, the more these old stories began to fall
what our relationship is to the Great Divine. Every moment we away, creating space for new possibilities and greater and
interact with the material world we create some story within a greater expansion. Creating new in our lives is not an easy
matter of seconds. We cant help it. It happens. Its part of who task, but as someone said to me the other day, whoever said
we are. it was going to be easy? We must always remain open, to
question how we think and reflect whether our internal world
I have recently been practicing quite diligently this whole idea is truly supporting our dreams..to do whatever we can to pull
of being present with the Presence as much as possible. The ourselves back into experiencing the moment, and then, from
idea here is to completely immerse myself in the moment, to there, our dreams and visions continue to unfold into amazing
directly experience the sensations without labelling it with words and wondrous ways, and before we know it new life is emerging
or attaching an explanation or meaning to it . right before our eyes.
Just to witness it as a child might experience it. It takes practice
and a gentle nudge over and over to come back to what I am ANA RAVENSTAR
directly feeling in the moment. THE HEARTH OF THE WITCH
WWW.THEHEARTHOFTHEWITCH.COM
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AWAKEN YOUR ILLUMINATING HEART
DEAR SHINING HEARTS, HOW
MANY OF US ARE FEELING
THAT SOMETHING
UNUSUAL IS
HAPPENING ALL OVER,
EVERYWHERE IN EVERY
ASPECT OF OUR
LIFE. WITH STRONG
INTENSITY COLD AND
WARM WEATHER
ARE SWITCHING
QUICKLY IN NATURE,
AND IN THE SAME WAY
OUR EMOTIONS ARE
SWINGING.
It is obvious that Mother Earth and we are going through
transformations on every level of existence. What is actually
taking place? What is the purpose of all the changes? Are
we going through a dimensional shift, to the Fourth or Fifth
dimension?
At the moment the teachings of Drunvalo Melchizedek are
giving us the most complete understanding. Many of you are
familiar with his 40 years of research and travels, having left
the United States over 280 times, helping people understand
their intimate connection to God.
Drunvalo is the author of five books including The Ancient
Secret of the Flower of Life, Volumes I & II, Living in the Heart,
Serpent of Light, and his newest one, Mayan Oroubours. These
books have been published in 29 languages and reach out
to over one hundred countries throughout the world. He is the
first person in the world (in modern times) to mathematically
and geometrically define the human light body called in
ancient times the Mer-Ka-Ba.
In July 2011 Drunvalo Melchizedek started a new phase
of his work, based on all the studies he made throughout
his life time. He created The School Of Remembering and
developed Awakening The Illuminated Heart workshop,
which is a part of the school. Awakening the Illuminated Heart
is a powerful journey that brings you through Awakening and
Remembering - remembering who you truly are, remembering
why you are here, where you come from and remembering
how to proceed in this constant Path of Soul evolution.
These practices are given for the heart to open and for you
to explore the Sacred Space and the tiny Space of the Heart,
known as the centre of all Creation.
THERE ARE STEPPING STONES IN THE JOURNEY
THROUGH AWAKENING THE ILLUMINATING HEART
* HEALING EMOTIONS
There are specific exercises that will allow you to clear
emotional trauma. Emotional trauma is stopping the process
of going in the heart.
*
CONNECTING WITH MOTHER EARTH AND FATHER
SKY/ UNIVERSE.
Using simple guided mediations you will be in perfect
vibrational resonance with Mother Earth and Father Sky -
one of the keys to inner ascension.
SOUL
ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT STEPS IS:
* GOING IN THE HEART.
For many people going in the Heart is a phrase I am
in the Heart they feel good and some love from time to time.
Well going in the Heart is a process you need to move your
spirit in the Heart and there are specific exercises for that. It
is obvious that our world so far is based and centered in the
brain and we need to move the spirit from the brain to the
heart.
ANOTHER IMPORTANT STEP IS
*
CONNECTING THE HEART WITH THE BRAIN.
Thousands of years ago we had the heart and the
brain connected, but with the fall from Unity to Polarity
Consciousness, this connection was broken. It is very
important to understand, that each human being has
Merkaba around in a form of a seed, which can be
activated. And again there are special exercises and
mediations , which are related with activating the Merkaba.
This is very important step in the evolution of human
consciousness, because for first time Drunvalo is teaching
humanity how to activate your body of Light from the heart,
actually Merkaba is functioning from the Unity Consciousness
not from Polarity Consciousness. Merkaba is becoming living
Light field of Love!
THE LAST STEP AND THE MOST IMPORTANT IS
*
THE CREATION PROCESS.
It is uncertain if people are aware that we do not create
from the heart, we create from the brain. From polarity and
obviously when we do that, we have positive and negative
effect. It is possible to create from the heart, it is possible to
create something which does not have negative effect. It is
possible only if we create from Unity Consciousness.
It is possible to create something, which is with resonance
with Mother Earth, Father Sky and the Universe. And
obviously if we create something from unconditional love,
from the heart, it is in harmony with all creation. As we are all
children of the Great Creator, we are all coo creators of this
reality, manifesting the dream of our Creator . The only way
our creations to come to harmony in everything in existence
is to manifest our dream from unity from the Heart.
Once we remember how to do that, life will never be the
same.
CAMELLIA TATCHEV
CERTIFIED SOR TEACHER, BOWEN THERAPIST
WWW.HEARTASCENSION.COM
WANT MORE?
CHECK OUT:
www.drunvalo.net
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IN THE EYES OF A SOUL FRIEND
DID YOU EVER MEET SOMEONE WITH PAST LIFETIMES:
WHOM YOU INSTANTLY CLICKED? Some children do remember details from their past lifetimes
but most souls will forget their past lifetimes, every time they
Although you had never encountered them previously in
are born.
this lifetime, their energy still felt very familiar? Perhaps when
you looked into their eyes and experienced recognition, it Of course some human beings may have brand new souls
was your soul recognizing their soul. Have you ever travelled that are experiencing life on this planet for the first time, but
somewhere new and thought, wow this place feels very it is also possible that some human beings have had many
familiar to me lifetimes on Earth. In this case, they would have probably in-
teracted with a lot of other souls and therefore they could
Similarly, this feeling of recognition could indicate that have many soul friends in the universe and on Earth, at any
perhaps your soul has visited or even lived there before. given time. It is possible that you have had lifetimes all over
Just as this paragraph is only one small portion of this article, it this planet, and experienced many points of view, including
is possible that this lifetime is only a tiny fraction of your unique different genders, lifestyles, cultures and religions.
souls overall history. As long as there have been human
Here are examples of a few different types of relationships
bodies on the Earth, there have likely been souls inhabiting
that can possibly be experienced, but as always, you should
them.
do your own research and evaluate what resonates best with
you, before deciding which information to integrate with your
truth.
AMAZING SOUL FRIEND AND SOUL
RELATIONSHIPS DO FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS:
NOT JUST HAVE TO BE It is likely that souls frequently
BETWEEN SOUL MATES choose to re-incarnate in close
AS EACH RELATIONSHIP proximity and at similar times to
THAT YOU ENTER INTO other members of their groups
WITH LOVE, BECOMES of soul friends or soul family. It is
OF THE SOUL. likely that soul family members
will continually re-incarnate
within the same human families
over and over again. For
example, your sister could have
been your mother in a past
lifetime and your grandfather
in another past lifetime, etc.
Even our pets could have
incarnated with us before.
This can be noticed as true
connection when the first
human-pet connection was
synchronous. How did you
choose your pet? Or did your
pet choose you?
Furry soul friends may choose
to live with us for the chance
to be close to us again, as our
companions and protectors, in
this lifetime.

A STRONG FEELING OF RECOGNITION FOR SOMEONE WHO IS A COMPLETE STRANGER IN THIS

LIFETIME MAY BE AN INDICATOR THAT PERHAPS YOUR SOUL HAS KNOWN THEIR SOUL BEFORE.
IF WE FEEL EXTREMELY DRAWN TO HELP SOMEONE, ALTHOUGH WE MAY NOT UNDERSTAND WHY, IT
COULD BE DUE TO PAST LIFE KARMA, AND A DEBT THAT NEEDS TO BE RE-PAID.

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KARMIC RELATIONSHIPS:
When you encounter a soul that you have known in a past
lifetime, you may instantly feel that you can trust them. Perhaps
you want to get to know them better or maybe you feel a desire
to do anything that you can do, to help them out. On the flip
side, you may instantly feel quite uncomfortable around a soul
and you may feel that you can not trust them.
Our souls always know the whole truth of all of our interactions, at
the subconscious level of our being. Sometimes we can receive
clues through our intuition, or dreams, although sometimes a
strong recognition between souls can be misconstrued.
Not all soul friends were necessarily always friends Past-life
enemies can often return to meet us as friends and allies in
this lifetime. When they do assist our present life situation in an
important way, this experience can help to heal and release
any past-life karma.
For example, if someone killed you in a past lifetime, or did
something that lead to your death or your unhappiness, that
action could not only create irrational fears for you in this
lifetime, but also a karmic debt for them. Likewise if someone
helped you to survive or to thrive in a past lifetime, you may
have an unpaid obligation to help them now, in return. You
may not know where past life karma can be affecting your life
today.
It is possible that certain souls may have contracts with each
other to take some kind of action towards each other in this
lifetime. This may for example help a person to overcome an
obstacle towards achieving their lifes purpose or it could even
create an obstacle for them to overcome, and thereby grow,
learn and evolve through the experience.
SOUL MATE RELATIONSHIPS: focus on living their lives authentically and in accordance with
Did you ever meet someone with whom you instantly fell in
love? Perhaps you have been lovers with them before in a
past lifetime or even in several different past lifetimes. You may
have experienced different ages, locations, races, languages,
stages of family and life together.
Soul mate relationships can often be extremely powerful and
supportive. It is possible that each person has one or several
soul mates incarnate on Earth. Basically, all relationships are
new at one time and they grow into soul mate relationships
over the lifetimes that two souls spend together.
TWIN FLAME RELATIONSHIPS:
Plato was the first philosopher to theorize about Twin Flame
Relationships. In The Symposium, he describes humans as
originally having 4 arms, 4 legs, 2 faces and 2 sets of genitalia
which could be male, female or androgynous. He postulates
that out of jealousy the god Zeus split humans in half and that
we were forever seeking the other half of our selves.
This type of relationship could be the most powerful and intimate
connection possible between souls, however they are said to be
very rare. A twin flame does not necessarily always incarnate
in the same age group or location, so even if your twin flame
is alive on the planet, it may not be possible to be together as
lovers. Often your twin flame may choose not to incarnate on
this planet at the same time as you, so that they could instead
help to guide you intuitively, from another dimension.
Even if your twin flame is not incarnate, you can still reach
out to them at any time by intending to make an energetic
connection with them. The experience of feeling of your
connection with your twin flame can also help to attract soul
mates into your life as well.
RELATIONSHIP PROBLEMS:
No human is perfect and therefore no relationship will
SOUL
ever be perfect. All are however, perfectly imperfect.
We will always experience the same problems or
obstacles lifetime over lifetime, until we fix and forgive
or release them. Everyone is always experiencing
their own obstacles and challenges. All relationships,
because of their intimate nature, can become
explosive at times.
Other people are always serving as mirrors for ourselves.
This is exemplified with the contagious effect of smiles and
yawns. Clear, kind and open communication is the best way to
discuss hard topics. One of the greatest blessings of friendships
and partnerships is that the mirror you are experiencing yourself
in, is hopefully compassionate and supportive. Partners can
help each other to see and work through their issues and
obstacles, while providing each other a safe space to heal, to
release issues and overcome obstacles.
ATTRACTING SOUL LEVEL RELATIONSHIPS:
If you are wishing that you had more soul friends or more
meaningful relationships in your life, you may want to dig deeper
with regards to your interactions with others. Look at, smile at
and introduce yourself to more people. You can choose to
consciously get clear about what you want and invite your soul
mates, friends and family, to come into your life, through prayer.
Trust that they will show up at the perfect times.
Twin flames and Soul mates, as well as Soul Friends and Soul
Family who are incarnate on the planet, will automatically
be drawn to each other, like magnets. Their souls will know of
each others proximity and they will subconsciously choose life
situations that will predispose them to meet. If both partners
their natural passions and purpose, they will undoubtedly cross
each others paths.
If you are dating, you will of course want to be very careful and
always use your intuition when connecting with new people.
Unless you actively dig for information, you wont know what
kind of relationship, if any, that you may have had with that
person before.
MAKING IT RIGHT
I AM SORRY.
PLEASE FORGIVE ME.
I LOVE YOU. THANK YOU.
ANCIENT HAWAIIAN PEOPLE USED A TRADITION
AND PRACTICE CALLED HOOPONOPONO
WHICH FOCUSES ON FORGIVENESS FOR
OPTIMAL HEALTH. IT IS BASED ON THE
UNDERSTANDING THAT ANGER LEADS TO
SICKNESS IN THE BODY. THEY BELIEVED THAT THE
BEST WAY TO RELEASE SICKNESS AND TO BRING
HEALING TO BOTH AN INDIVIDUAL AND TO THE
WHOLE FAMILY IS THROUGH CONSCIOUSLY
ACKNOWLEDGING THE UNDERLYING ISSUE AND
COMING TO A STATE OF FORGIVENESS AND
MUTUAL ACCEPTANCE.
CARE HUDSON
RELAXATION THERAPIST
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YOGA FOR YOU:
HALF LORD OF THE FISHES POSE
ARDHA MATSYENDRASANA
(ARE-dah MOT-see-en-DRAHS-anna)
ardha = half Matsyendra = king of the fish (matsya = fishindra
= ruler), a legendary teacher of yoga.
BENEFITS OF LORD OF THE FISHES POSE
(ARDHA MATSYENDRASANA)
Stimulates the liver and kidneys
Stretches the shoulders, hips, and neck
Energizes the spine
Stimulates the digestive fire in the belly
Relieves menstrual discomfort, fatigue, sciatica, and
backache
Therapeutic for asthma and infertility
Traditional texts say that Ardha
Matsyendrasana increases appetite, destroys most deadly
diseases, and awakens kundalini.
STEPS FOR LORD OF THE FISHES POSE
(ARDHA MATSYENDRASANA)
1) Sit on the floor with your legs straight out in front of you,
buttocks supported on a folded blanket. Bend your knees,
put your feet on the floor, then slide your left foot under your
right leg to the outside of your right hip. Lay the outside of the
left leg on the floor. Step the right foot over the left leg and
stand it on the floor outside your left hip. The right knee will
point directly up at the ceiling.
2) Exhale and twist toward the inside of the right thigh. Press
the right hand against the floor just behind your right buttock,
and set your left upper arm on the outside of your right thigh
near the knee. Pull your front torso and inner right thigh snugly
together.
3) Press the inner right foot very actively into the floor, release
the right groin, and lengthen the front torso. Lean the upper
torso back slightly, against the shoulder blades, and continue
to lengthen the tailbone into the floor.
4)You can turn your head in one of two directions: Continue
the twist of the torso by turning it to the right; or counter the
twist of the torso by turning it left and looking over the left
shoulder at the right foot. 5) Repeat this cycle for 3-4 times.
5) With every inhalation lift a little more through the sternum,
pushing the fingers against the floor to help. Twist a little more
with every exhalation. Be sure to distribute the twist evenly
throughout the entire length of the spine; dont concentrate
it in the lower back. Stay for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then
release with an exhalation, return to the starting position, and
repeat to the left for the same length of time.
PRECAUTION
FOR LORD OF THE
FISHES POSE (ARDHA
MATSYENDRASANA)
BACK OR SPINE INJURY:
PERFORM THIS POSE ONLY
WITH THE SUPERVISION
OF AN EXPERIENCED
TEACHER. PRACTICE.
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CRYSTAL PICK:
RAINBOW MOONSTONE
RAINBOW MOONSTONE GEMSTONE
MEANING:
SOMETIMES KNOWN AS WHITE LABRADORITE,
RAINBOW MOONSTONE CONNECTS US TO DIVINE
INSPIRATION, AND CHANNELS IT INTO OUR OWN
INTUITION.
A stone for new beginnings, Moonstone is a stone
of inner growth and strength. It soothes emotional
instability and stress, and stabilises the emotions,
providing calmness. Moonstone enhances
intuition, promotes inspiration, success and good
fortune in love and business matters. Moonstone
aids the digestive system, assimilates nutrients,
eliminates toxins and fluid retention, and alleviates
degenerative conditions of skin, hair, eyes, and
fleshy organs such as the liver and pancreas. It
stimulates the pineal gland and balances hormonal
cycles, being excellent for PMS, conception,
pregnancy, childbirth, and breast-feeding.
Moonstone is also beneficial to men in opening the
emotional self.
CHAKRA CONNECTION:
The White Crystal Energies present in all Moonstones
have an association with the Crown Chakra
and our spiritual center. They represent personal
identification with the Infinite, and oneness with
God, peace and wisdom. The Crown Chakra is
located at the top of the head. It controls how we
think, and how we respond to the world around
us. It connects us to the higher planes of existence
and is the source of Universal Energy and truth.
When the Crown is in balance, our energies are in
balance. We know our place in the Universe and
see things as they are. We are not as much affected
by setbacks, knowing they are an essential part of
life. Moonstone cleanses and takes away negativity
from all the chakras, and provides supplemental
energy and support in balancing the physical,
emotional, and intellectual bodies. It provides
Spiritual nourishment and sustenance to assist you
through all changes.
COLOUR ENERGY
Moonstones carry white colour energy, the
embodiment of cleanliness, purity, unity and
innocence. The timeless, natural powers of the white
rays are those of the moon, the colour we see when
the moon reflects the suns light. It is the colour of
natural cycles, birth, and regeneration. Just as the
moon is our only illumination in the dark world of
night, white talismans are of the spiritual world that
is sensed but not seen, the guides to understanding
and knowledge we dont even know exists.

INGREDIENTS
2 Tbsp olive oil or butter
1 small sweet onion, chopped (a cup or so)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp dried rosemary, chopped/crushed,
optional
3 cups fresh or frozen green peas
(frozen for convenience, but fresh is ideal!)
1 3/4 to 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
(for vegetarian option), depending on how thick you
want soup
Salt and pepper to taste
Sour cream, plain yogurt or creme fraiche for
serving, optional (omit for vegan)
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and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add peas to the pan and stir, cook for one minute until peas
are no longer frozen. If using fresh peas, you can add to pan and
stir briefly.
3. In a large blender or food processor, add pea/onion mixture
and broth and puree until smooth. Season to taste with salt and
pepper. *If you want to strain the mixture to avoid the skins, use
a mesh strainer at this time.
4. If you want a cold soup, either pour into bowls and place in
fridge or if you prefer a warm soup, add blended mixture back to
saucepan and heat. Before serving, drizzle sour cream, yogurt or
cream fraiche, if desired.
RECIPE NOTES: If serving cold, the idea is to not cook the peas
much to maintain their beautiful bright green colour. If you want
to cook the peas thoroughly in the pan first, feel free but the
colour will be a more muted green.
INGREDIENTS:
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 egg whites
DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
2. In one small bowl, stir together the bread crumbs, pepper and
Parmesan cheese.
Place the egg whites in a separate bowl. Dip zucchini slices into
the egg whites, then coat the bread crumb mixture. Place on a
greased baking sheet.
3. Bake for 5 minutes in the preheated oven, then turn over and
bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, until browned and crispy.
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* WORKSHOPS/ CLASSES
MEDIT8 ~ ACTIV8 LEVEL 1
BodynSol Healing : 382 West 5th st, HAMILTON
March 4. (available Tuesday evenings or Saturday afternoons)
3 in-class sessions that are interactive and powerful. CONNECT &
ACTIVATE your Sol-body system through visual and sound activations;
music, words, exercises and energy work. These communication skills
will benefit all aspects of your life. Being in tune with your sol-body
as well as your physical body will help with anxiety, mood, sleep,
decision making, digestive issues, sensitivities, manifesting, living with
joy and passion etc.$125/person includes 3 in-class sessions that are
monthly beginning Call Kathy King RMT, Light Master at 905-975-2836
or sign up to www.meetup.com/bodynsol for a list of all events and
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AWAKENING YOUR 10 BODIES
21 day Kundalini Kriya via Skype
March 5th - 25th - 6am EST M-F and 7am EST S-S
Cost $25 www.anitakaiser.com
SPIRITUAL FUNK PARTY
Lavandula Wellness Centre Inc: 46 King Street West, Dundas, ON,
Thursday, March 6, 6:30pm 8:30pm Spiritual Funk is a small company
derived from creativity, Self-discovery and awareness. Our intention
is to inspire people to feel good within themselves. Products and
Services Our offerings consist of inspirational jewellery, scarfs, wraps,
books, cards, stones and fashion accessories! Dont miss out!! Wine
and snacks will be provided!
BREATH AND BANDHAS LAB: THE FOUNDATIONS OF PRACTICE WITH
PAUL GOLD
De La Sol Yoga - 430 York Blvd, Hamilton, ON
Next held on Sat, Mar 8, 2014 at 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
This enrollment runs from Sat Mar 8, 2014 - Sat Mar 8, 2014
In this workshop, using different techniques and exercises, students will
have the opportunity to examine and learn correct ujjayi breathing,
mula bandha and uddiyana bandha. Students will gain new insight
into using the breath and bandhas to enrich and enliven their
practice. Cost: $40 single workshop | $70 both
(905) 540-3569
PRIVATE SPIRIT MESSAGE READINGS WITH MEDIUM HALEY
SHELDRAKE
@ BodynSol with The Harmonious Soul, 382 West 5th Street, Hamilton
Sunday, March 9, 2014, 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM
The session begins with a short grounding meditation to help you
relax and open up to the energy. Spirit communicates with Haley
and she writes down the messages for you, old fashioned pen &
paper style. Haley is honoured to connect you with spirit & loved
ones that have passed on.
RESERVE YOUR SPACE: Meetup.com/theharmonioussoul
ENERGY SHIFT LEVEL 1 @ BODYNSOL HEALING
@ BodynSol with The Harmonious Soul, 382 West 5th Street, Hamilton
3 in-class sessions are monthly on Tuesday evenings or Saturday
afternoons beginning February 18.
Based on Spiritual Psychology and Astrology for the Soul.
Learn the fundamentals of Spiritual Psychology. Discover your
primary and secondary life lesson and bring awareness to how you
have chosen to learn them in this life time. $155/person includes 3
in-class and 1 private session. Call Kathy King RMT, Light Master at
905-975-2836 or sign up to www.meetup.com/bodynsol for a list of all
events and dates.
ENERGY SHIFT LEVEL 2 @ BODYNSOL HEALING
These classes will heal your energy stamps and impower you to
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MINDFUL MEDITATION CIRCLE- ALL WELCOME!
Lavandula Wellness Centre Inc - 46 King Street West, Dundas
Join our meditation circle , every Wednesday 6 p.m. @ Lavandula
Wellness Centre. The sittings are 30 minutes long. You are welcome
to come for as little as 10 or 15 minutes, or join us for tea and a chat
afterwards. A suggested donation of $5 is appreciated. Confirm
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HAMILTON GIFT CIRCLE
1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7 pm
Mulberry St. Coffeehouse
A local group focused on creating and strengthening
communities through sharing gifts--material or otherwise. Gifts
are given freely in the belief that helping people meet their
needs strengthens our community and ourselves in doing so.
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A PROMISE IS A PROMISE - TIME FOR ACTION TO END VIOLENCE
AGAINST WOMEN
Thursday, March 6, 2014 10:00am until 3:00pm
The International Womens Day Committee, coordinated by
SACHA, invites women in Hamilton and area to participate in the
celebration of International Womens Day.
* Lunch and child minding will be provided.
For more information or to request ASL interpretation please
contact Sandra at 905.525.4573 or sandra@sacha.ca
RBG OUTDOOR LIVING & GARDEN SHOW
March 28, 2014 to March 30, 2014
Presented By Royal Botanical Gardens
Celebrating our second year, the show will take place early
May when everything is coming to life again. Whether an expert
gardener, or an aspiring one, this event will provide you with insight
and education for creating the very best for your home and
landscape. When: March 28 30, 2014 Where: Royal Botanical
Gardens, RBG Centre, 680 Plains Rd W. Time: Friday 10am-5pm;
Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 10am-5pm Admission: Adults: $12.50;
Seniors (65+): $10.50; Students/Youth: $10.50; Kids (5-7): $7.50; RBG
Members: Free; Kids under 5: Free
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BOTTLED WATER FREE DAY
March 22, 2014
Presented By Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology
The Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology in partnership with
the Water Waste Water Division of the City of Hamilton are joining
the Canadian Federation of Students, the Canadian Union of Public
Employees, the Sierra Youth Coalition, Development an Peace and
the Polaris Institute in celebrating Bottled Water Free Day! Join us for
a documentary film screening, tours of the 1859 Hamilton Waterworks
and the new Water Treatment Welcome Centre, if available. Sign
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(while quantities last).Tours at 1 p.m. & 2:30 pm, film at 12:30. Hours:
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 pm All ages welcome. FREE event and museum
admission. www.hamilton.ca/museums
AN EVENING WITH DR. BRIAN CLEMENT - CREATING OPTIMAL
WELLNESS
Thursday, April 3, 2014 7:00pm until 9:00pm
Natures Emporium, 16655 Yonge St, Newmarket, CA
Dr. Clement has devoted his existence to helping thousands upon
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and disease free lives. You can be one of them.
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April 20, 2014
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Sunday, April 20, 2014 10:00AM & 1:00PM
Seatings RBG Centre, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington, ON
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