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Do You Need an Attitude Adjustment? By Phillip Rosenbaum
Have you ever heard the expression, “Attitude is Everything”? Many great motivational speakers including Wayne Dyer, Les Brown, and Earl Nightingale have expressed that having a positive attitude is crucial if one is to be happy and successful. The great neurologist, psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor, Viktor E. Frankl stated, “Everything can be taken from a person but one thing, the last of human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” Often, things happen to people that appear to be negative or bad, but people always have a choice in how they interpret what has happened and how they deal with it. Viktor Frankl, who wrote the book, Man’s Search for Meaning, remarked that during the Holocaust people were only given one cup of dirty water and a little piece of bread for the day. Some people would try to steal other people’s food, while other people would share what they had. Even in such dire circumstances, people had a choice in how they acted. Do you believe that outside events dictate the quality of your life? Years ago, I spoke with a man who trained people to become truck drivers. He always told the new driver that they would often face rude and reckless drivers who might endanger their lives. He let them know, however, that it was always up to them whether to let the incident upset them and possibly ruin their day or whether to let it go and remain calm and in control. They always had a choice. Do you focus on opportunities or do you focus on problems and obstacles? Imagine how different your life would be if you always believed something positive would occur rather than always expecting the worst. Many authors speak about how many times their books were rejected before they finally found someone to publish them. If they had a negative attitude they
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presence and to feel her grace. Many people choose to sit nearby in quiet and meditate.” The event also offers wonderful vegetarian Indian meals and snacks, plus a huge bazaar of world gifts, exotic clothing, jewelry, and natural care products for home or personal use. It’s ideal for holiday shopping, as visitors share in an atmosphere of sacred connectedness while knowing that all revenues benefit Amma’s humanitarian mission called, Embracing the World (embracingtheworld.org), which services those in great need worldwide.
Meeting Amma, an Experience of the heart! Spiritual visionary and teacher, worldrenowned humanitarian and one of the greatest living meditation and yogi masters, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi is simply called, Amma (“Mother”), the world over. Amma is one of the most personally accessible and compassionate leaders of our time, and she will be giving individual blessings, here in Detroit, this Thanksgiving. Her motherly embrace known as darshan has been received by over 35 million individuals across the globe. People come from every walk of life, every cultural background, and faith tradition. Amma says, “My religion is love,” and this experience is so palpable in her presence that it brings forth a feeling of unity and inclusivity for all present. Amma inspires each individual to go deeper into their own spirituality or faith to encounter self-realization or enlightenment. Darshan is a one-to-one personal experience with Amma, unique for each individual, as it imparts transformative energy needed most by that seeker. Joanne Greene, an accomplished nurse, naturopath, and journalist, describes Amma’s darshan as, “An open-hearted, soul-nourishing, unconditional embrace. When dear friends asked if I would like to meet her, explaining that I could receive what is known as an Amma hug, I jumped at the chance, knowing it would be lovely, but thinking it would be just a hug. It may be called a hug, but the reality was so much more. As she pulled me towards her, it felt as if I were melting into the arms of an angel. I have no idea what words she spoke to me as she held me for what seemed like an eternity, but it didn’t matter, the words just added to the bliss.” Throughout the day, Amma’s programs include meditation, song, prayers for world peace, and, of course, her darshan. Greene adds, “It truly is a special experience to be in Amma’s
Amma is indefatigable in her vision to nourish individuals and communities through her spiritual activities and humanitarian projects. She oversees an international award-winning network of charities, and she travels the world tirelessly offering her support. She is a true humanitarian. Newcomers to Amma have found an awakening never felt before. Greene says, “A spaciousness has opened up in my meditations and has invigorated my desire to dedicate my spiritual practice to all of those who suffer. While I had considered myself a compassionate person, the word and its application have now deepened in my understanding.” Amma’s programs are compassion in action, as her tour is volunteer-run by individuals from all over the world, with various opportunities for locals to do Seva, also known as selfless service. Amma’s Fall Tour in the United States is slated for Los Angeles and Detroit. Don’t miss this opportunity to share with others this Thanksgiving, in an experience worth talking about. Greene adds, “I encourage anyone who has the opportunity to have an Amma experience to take it. Even if you simply enjoy a good hug, you will be richer for the experience.”
Amma will be hosted by the Amma Center of Michigan. Please contact MiAmmaTour@gmail.com if interested in volunteering. For more information about Amma’s Detroit visit, please see the back cover of Body Mind Spirit Guide for specific dates and times for free public programs.
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Meditation with the Aid of Yogic Transmission By Chuck Shermetaro
Transmission is the unique feature of Heartfulness meditation. As the body needs nutrition and the mind needs education, the soul needs a type of energy for this awakening and flourishing. Just as the body becomes energized when it is nourished, the soul too gets energized upon receiving this transmission. The best way to understand transmission is to experience it practically. Like a scientist who sets up an experiment and makes observations and draws conclusions, we invite you to observe the effects of transmission during the Heartfulness meditation and see for yourself. Many practitioners feel the effects of transmission in their first few sessions and are surprised by their ability to plunge into refreshing, absorbing meditation. Heartfulness is a simple and subtle practice of meditation that connects each of us with the light and love in our hearts. Heartfulness meditation directs our attention from our mind to our heart – from thinking to feeling. We feel relief from stress and anxiety as we begin to experience life through our heart’s serenity. As we delve deeper, we develop the intuition and clarity to make more effective decisions in life; inner clarity and poise increase our capacity for empathy, joy, and love. Taking time to tune into our heart, into our deepest self, gives us an opportunity to discover our true nature, connecting us with the whole of life. Kamlesh D. Patel, the global guide of Heartfulness, has said, “In the place of stillness rises potential. From places of potential emerges possibility. Where there is a possibility, there is a choice, and where there is a choice, there is freedom.” You have an amazing opportunity to experience Heartfulness at Unity of Livonia. Come, learn relaxation and meditation techniques, and experience the transformation that comes about through consistent practice. Heartfulness meditation sessions are being offered on an ongoing basis every Thursday from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Rd., Livonia, MI, 48154. The first session begins on Thursday, Nov. 7. We will be sitting on chairs during the session. There is no special attire (such as yoga clothes, etc.,) required for the session. As part of this meditation we will learn to: · Relax: Learn Heartfulness relaxation for physical well-being, as well as the Heartfulness guided meditation on the source of light within your own heart.
Seven Powerful Affirmations for Acceptance 1. “I accept the things I cannot change, in doing so I am able to move forward.” 2. “I lovingly accept myself exactly as I am, including my flaws, imperfections and past mistakes – in doing so, I experience continuous growth.” 3. “I am ready to accept love, happiness and joy into my life in abundance.” 4. “I accept what is, with no resistance.” 5. “I accept responsibility for myself – only I have the power to make myself happy.”
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6. “I accept others exactly as they are, without trying to change them.”
· Connect with your inner self: Learn to connect with your inner self by listening to the heart’s voice.
7. “I willingly accept and release my past, for it has shaped me into who I am today.”
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The Sweet Life
By Dr. William H. Karl, D.C. Do you LOVE sweet things? Wanting sweet things is only natural. Think of how many people refer to significant others as Sweetie, Sugar or Honey‌ But if your sweet tooth gets out of control you might end up in the clutches of the sugar demon -Diabetes! If you crave sugary foods, feel irritable or tired or have slow healing wounds, high or low blood sugar may be to blame. Like in the story of Goldilocks, your body wants your blood sugar just right! Besides being dangerous, uncontrolled high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) and low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) increase your risk for cardiovascular and kidney diseases, neurological issues, excessive weight gain/loss, and cancer. Our primary energy source was designed to be fats and oils, not sugar. Over 100 years ago the average consumption of sugar was 25lbs/year. Now it’s over 125lbs/year. In addition to sugar, most people consume refined grains that turn into sugar. Karl Wellness Center & Chiropractic Clinic 30935 Ann Arbor Trail ~ Westland
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One slice of bread equals five teaspoons of sugar; and when flour is bleached, the vitamin E becomes a chemical called, Alloxan, which destroys beta cells in the pancreas, creating type 1 diabetes. Insulin is produced by the beta cells of the pancreas to help produce and store energy. As sugar rises in the bloodstream, insulin rises with it to keep blood sugar from going too high. Insulin was designed to work with natural foods that release energy at regular and predictable rates. Refined sugar causes us to crash due to the way it spikes insulin. When sugar consumption is higher than the amount of insulin produced in the body can handle, a diagnosis of type 2 or type 3 diabetes is not far off. Type 1 diabetes results from a damaged pancreas which typically happens early in life but could happen anytime resulting in no insulin production. Type 1 requires artificially introduced insulin. Type 2 may also need supplemental insulin because the pancreas has a lower insulin output than required to function properly. Type 3 occurs when excess sugar levels affect the brain starving the cells for energy such as in Parkinson’s, dementia/ Alzheimer’s disease, and ALS. Normal blood sugar numbers vary depending on the source. According to Medicine.net, normal fasting range is 7299mg/dl - up to 140mg/ dl about 2 hours after eating. A well-controlled diabetic patient will be under 100mg/dl fasting and up to 180mg/dl 2 hours after eating. When blood sugar goes too low, the most dangerous symptoms include fainting, seizure or coma. Other symptoms include unusual hunger, sweating, shaking, anxiety, blurred vision, headache, light-headedness, pale skin, sleepiness, difficulty concentrating and increased heart rate. Very high blood sugar may be exhibited by excessive thirst and hunger, frequent urination, irritability, blurry vision, fatigue, weakness, weight loss (usually type 1), slow healing, and most importantly,
blood vessels that constrict quickly causing vascular diseases. Symptoms are best sorted out by your healthcare provider, NOT Google. Many things have similar symptoms. Trying to fix something as important as diabetes without professional help would be like trying to fix a nuclear reactor by watching a U-tube.
Dr. Joel Fuhrman, the author of The End of Diabetes, says that even type 2 diabetes can be reversed. With type 2 and 3 diabetes, lifestyle changes typically involve daily physical exercise, high-quality sleep, healthy foods (supplemented with essential vitamins and minerals as indicated by the body) and stress management.
A variety of tests are used to determine blood sugar, some better than others. There are “moment in time” tests which include the glucose meter self-test and the series of fasting tests followed by blood draws. The latest and generally most accurate test is the A1C test. A moment in time tests can’t tell you if sugar is going up or down; it’s like a picture of a ball in the air. It only tells where it’s at dr karalthat moment. This is important if you’re taking insulin and need to calculate how much you need. It’s not diagnostic. A1C tells us the average over 120 days. This test is most important to non-diagnosed diabetics and pre-diabetics so they can change their evil ways before it’s too late!
Fluctuations in blood sugar that eventually start damaging the body often begin with excessive consumption of refined sugars, high fructose corn syrup and grains and/or fruits that are high in fructose and/or are high glycemic also high estrogen levels. This doesn’t mean we can’t eat fruit. Berries and tropical fruits are healthy and low glycemic.
Without diabetes, a normal A1C range is 4 to 5.8 and 5.7 to 6.4 indicates pre-diabetes. 6.5 or higher indicates diabetes. The recommended level for people with diabetes is below 7 percent. Different labs may have different ranges, and numbers are not linear; they are logarithmic. According to the CDC, 30.3 million people (approximately 9.4 percent of the U.S. population) have diabetes. CDC data also suggests that 7.2 million people don’t realize they have diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is the most common. Excess sugar in your blood irritates your cells to the point they become insulin resistant. Insulin is like a key that opens the cell to put sugar in. Excess sugar is dangerous so cells try to protect themselves by locking the damaging excess sugar out. This can literally starve cells to death as in the case of dementia and/or Alzheimer’s disease.
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The complementary use of herbs to help reduce dependency on drugs/chemicals that force the body to comply isn’t a new concept. However, recent studies showing the efficacy of this practice is finally helping it become integrated into mainstream medicine. Chemicals/drugs address symptoms but not the problem. Feeding your body with proper foods supports it; drugs and chemicals weaken it. A specific form of Black Cumin Seed was used in studies with Metformin but many other herbs/foods help with blood sugar, such as Bitter Melon, Cinnamon, Inositol, and Fenugreek. Sugar is like a pretty, colorful snake that’s deadly. Don’t let it entice you and take you down the yellow brick road to diabetes. No one wants to be the Tin Man without a brain! Dr. William H. Karl, D.C., is a Brimhall Certified Wellness Doctor with 40 years of experience helping people obtain optimal health. Dr. Jacob H. Karl, D.C specializes in Applied Kinesiology and Nutrition. Call for a FREE CONSULTATION with one of the doctors. Visit: www.KarlWellnessCenter.com or call 734-425-8220 for more information. P a g e 11
Gratitude Can Help Anxiety Sufferers It’s believed (and studies show) that when you have gratitude, the weight of anxiety gets lifted off your shoulders. You’re able to see the good in even the worst of situations; you can see the light in even the darkest of moments. Gratitude Can Rewire Your Brain Expressing and harnessing gratitude has shown to have the ability to rewire your brain to ultimately eliminate anxiety completely. This is through the process of plasticity which studies have revealed, with the right actions and thought patterns, you can rewire your brain and eliminate those anxious triggers. A study conducted by Berkley University showed that, by simply writing gratitude letters or in a gratitude journal, you can improve your mental health in as little as four weeks. Gratitude Allows You To See Past Your Anxiety When you practice gratitude, you’re able to see past what’s making you anxious in the first place. So, you may be anxious about going to a social event but with your newfound gratitude, you’ll pay more attention to the fact that you get to see people you’ve missed or meet someone new and interesting. Gratitude Allows You to Be More Optimistic Being optimistic is a huge part of overcoming your anxiety. After all, when you’re constantly seeing the negative side of things, it can be hard to crawl out of that dark hole. Fortunately, since gratitude rewires and trains your brain to see the good in everything, you automatically become more optimistic. You’re able to see things differently, and more positively. Studies have shown that it only takes 10 weeks of gratitude practices to experience a drastic increase in optimism. Gratitude Alleviates Stress Although anxiety and stress are not the same thing, the two are closely related. After all, when you’re stressed, it’s significantly easier to have your anxiety triggered. Fortunately, gratitude can help. Research has shown that by cultivating appreciation, you can decrease your cortisol levels (your stress hormone) which instantly decreases your stress. Gratitude Helps You Sleep at Night Many anxiety sufferers struggle with getting to sleep and staying asleep due to the racing thoughts in their minds. Being and feeling grateful can help with this. Many studies have shown that when you’re appreciative of the things around you, getting a deep, restorative, healthy sleep becomes much easier. This is likely due to the brain rewiring itself and training your mind to focus on the good thoughts that won’t keep you up all night long. Visit: www.anxiety-gone.com/
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Love is Everything by John Ashbrook
Love is a divine state of being. It is the natural and right state of the human soul. Love is so much more than something you do; it is what you must be. Love is created when the masculine and feminine energies that make up the immortal soul exist in perfect harmony. This harmony is characterized by the trust that must exist in any successful partnership. These two principles of creation support the other’s effort to express life. The feminine energy supplies the inspiration for creativity through its ability to feel, to intuit, to know what will further the soul’s expressionistic journey. The masculine energy supplies the intelligence, organization, and force that renders the feminine’s ideas into manifest reality. They do their jobs separately, but they work together to achieve this mutual goal – growth and all the freedom that it implies. This mutual fulfillment is guaranteed by their trust in each other. The masculine trusts that the feminine will always inspire its intelligence with fresh, new ideas and the feminine trusts that the masculine will listen and respond to its vision for expanding life. This divine co-operation is life and it is the source of all creation. Everything that has ever been created or will ever be created must be the result of love. So, love is everything. It is the essence of all joy and fulfillment. It is the engine of expression, the fuel of freedom, the foundation of prosperity. Love is the insurer of all physical health and the environment of peace. Love flows from love. All understanding, acceptance, compassion, patience, gratitude, and kindness are produced by the inner state of divine love. When someone’s life is expressed in love, their inner harmony must manifest itself in their outer life. Love attracts love. That is why it is so important to establish a state of love within yourself. Loneliness is a lack of inner harmony, inner communication. When you have inner trust, communication, and co-operation, you cannot feel lonely. Your own inner state of love guarantees this but at the same time, your inner connectedness automatically attracts those who also live in a state of inner intimacy. Love always wins. When there is love there is no fear, no resistance to one’s natural and right desire for human contact and intimacy.
When you live in a state of love you realize that there is no end to your uniqueness. Love is the power that allows you to live in the infinite newness of the eternal moment. When there is love you always see the very best in yourself and others. Your self-esteem is never threatened by what someone else is accomplishing. This is because in a state of love you are always doing what is right for you; what you know in your heart will further your life. You know that the love you feel inside will forever expand your consciousness. The accomplishment of loving yourself is second to none and makes everything possible. You have the freedom to choose your fulfillment. When there is love there is supreme confidence. The harmony of your soul puts you in perfect balance with the universal flow. Things come to you much more quickly with less effort. You really know what you want, what is good for your life, without question. In any given moment the exact goal of your life is perfectly clear, the required course of action is known; without hesitation, the precise amount of force is exercised, and the exact desired result is created. When there is love there must be physical health because the soul is in balance. You cannot be subject to disease if the masculine and feminine energies exist in harmony. Your inner state of love supports you in not attracting negative elements that could put your body in disharmony. When the soul lives in a state of love it is doing what it is meant to do, express its unfathomable beauty, and is happily occupied in doing so. The product of such an environment is always peace, both inner and outer. The foundation of all prosperity is built by love. Love and its inherent, never-ending flow of creative possibilities are constantly finding new ways to manifest prosperity in life. At the same time, the soul is discovering fresh avenues to the full enjoyment of this unlimited bounty and it does so in gratitude. There is always enough and there is always more. This is the philosophy of appreciation that love lives by. Love is so profound, its implications so far-reaching, that it is beyond description because it is everything. It is so much more than we can imagine. Herein, lies the incredible mystery of love. It forever challenges us, teases us to fully grasp its magnificence and its unspeakable beauty and perfection. John Ashbrook is a professional numerologist and intuitive spiritual counselor. He teaches a comprehensive Spiritual Development Program that combines ongoing classes with Individual Guidance sessions to maximize personal growth. For information about private consultations, classes and other services, please call John at 734326-3433
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Tools of Divination By Laura Moody
“It’s a crutch,” she said to me. “You don’t need to do cards. Just use your own ability.” And so is the school of thought for some in the psychic community. Some readers use clear clairvoyance, others use cards or pendulums, numerology, or astrology. So which is better? Before I was a professional psychic reader, I preferred a tarot reading. I found that it seemed to be more accurate. I did not understand that the person interpreting the cards was the key. I thought the cards were black and white and they said things. It was only when I started reading that I understood that tarot was reading is simply a group of thoughts and messages that come just a tool. It was something that certain readers preferred to from spirit guides or those on the other side, or the reader’s use as a way to communicate a reading. intuition. So what type of reading is the best kind? I cannot answer that because it is the psychic who reads not the tool Some readers like to use Runes. Runes are an ancient form he or she uses. If you are looking to get a reading, let your of divination that started back with the Norseman between inner self direct you in choosing a reader. Don’t get caught up 796 – 1033. It was a form of casting to help in decisions on what tool the reader uses; one tool is not better than the regarding battles and energies. Palm Readings originated in other. Nor is a reader who uses a tool not as good as someone India and was brought to the Western world by an Irishman who uses no tools. It is just a preference, the way the reader named, William Warner. He studied under the gurus in India learned how to read or give a message. and achieved national acclaim, and had a wide clientele of celebrities such as Mark Twain and Thomas Edison. At the “Rock Your World Psychic & Holistic Shows” we have a variety of psychics, mediums, tarot readers, rune readers, palm Recently in the last 30 years, other forms of divination such readers, etc. They all have unique and gifted abilities. Some as crystal balls, oracle cards, tea, and coffee readings, have use tools, others do not. I encourage you to come to our shows resurfaced as ways to give a reading. Psychometry is also a and try some of the different types of readings with our gifted way to give a reading. This form of reading has the medium or readers; you will not be disappointed. reader holding a personal object to get impressions and give a message to the client. For those looking to expand their intuition and learn, I will be teaching a 1-day workshop on Tarot. I personally like all these forms of readings. I find them fun and they assist the reader in following a course and direction in a reading. To me, they are roadmaps. They help us to get from The workshop will be held on January 4th in Livonia, at the Comfort Inn & Suites. This full-day workshop will teach you one place to the next. tarot and simple spreads to start reading cards. It also includes your own special tarot deck. For more information on the class I also like a freeform reading without any tools. This type of go to www.readingsbylaura.net. I hope to see you at one of our fairs! Come on by and get a tarot reading, palm, or a no-tool reading! I am sure you will love it! Laura Moody Laura Moody is a professional psychic/medium who resides in metro Detroit. She is a clairvoyant, a pet psychic and a teacher of psychic development. For more on Laura go to www.readingsbylaura.net
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gratitude, it’s a quality that individuals can successfully cultivate further.
Giving Thanks Can Make You Happier The word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, which means grace, graciousness, or gratefulness (depending on the context). In some ways gratitude encompasses all of these meanings. Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives. In the process, people usually recognize that the source of that goodness lies at least partially outside themselves. As a result, gratitude also helps people connect to something larger than themselves as individuals — whether to other people, nature, or a higher power. In positive psychology research, gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships. Research on gratitude Two psychologists, Dr. Robert A. Emmons of the University of California, Davis, and Dr. Michael E. McCullough of the University of Miami, have done much of the research on gratitude. In one study, they asked all participants to write a few sentences each week, focusing on particular topics. One group wrote about things they were grateful for that had occurred during the week. A second group wrote about daily irritations or things that had displeased them, and the third wrote about events that had affected them (with no emphasis on them being positive or negative). After 10 weeks, those who wrote about gratitude were more optimistic and felt better about their lives. Surprisingly, they also exercised more and had fewer visits to physicians than those who focused on sources of aggravation. People feel and express gratitude in multiple ways. They can apply it to the past (retrieving positive memories and being thankful for elements of childhood or past blessings), the present (not taking good fortune for granted as it comes), and the future (maintaining a hopeful and optimistic attitude). Regardless of the inherent or current level of someone’s
Ways to cultivate gratitude Gratitude is a way for people to appreciate what they have instead of always reaching for something new in the hopes it will make them happier, or thinking they can’t feel satisfied until every physical and material need is met. Gratitude helps people refocus on what they have instead of what they lack. And, although it may feel contrived at first, this mental state grows stronger with use and practice. Here are some ways to cultivate gratitude on a regular basis: Write a thank-you note. You can make yourself happier and nurture your relationship with another person by writing a thank-you letter expressing your enjoyment and appreciation of that person’s impact on your life. Send it, or better yet, deliver and read it in person if possible. Make a habit of sending at least one gratitude letter a month. Once in a while, write one to yourself. Thank someone mentally. No time to write? It may help just to think about someone who has done something nice for you, and mentally thank the individual. Keep a gratitude journal. Make it a habit to write down or share with a loved one thoughts about the gifts you’ve received each day. Count your blessings. Pick a time every week to sit down and write about your blessings — reflecting on what went right or what you are grateful for. Sometimes it helps to pick a number — such as three to five things — that you will identify each week. As you write, be specific and think about the sensations you felt when something good happened to you. Pray. People who are religious can use prayer to cultivate gratitude. Meditate. Mindfulness meditation involves focusing on the present moment without judgment. Although people often focus on a word or phrase (such as “peace”), it is also possible to focus on what you’re grateful for (the warmth of the sun, a pleasant sound, etc.). Visit: www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-canmake-you-happier
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The Power of a Vision By Joseph A. Drolshagen The vast majority of people cannot answer the question, “What is your vision for your life?” They cannot tell me what they would love to be, do, have, and experience within their lifetime. CAN YOU? “Our life always expresses the results of our dominant thoughts.” - Soren KierKegaard A vision brings about clarity, meaning, and purpose. Having a vision sets the course for our life, and the more clarity one has on their vision, the more power they have in bringing life to their dreams and visions. Without a vision, life can seem like an untethered buoy at sea during a hurricane. Bobbing and getting thrown about without any clear destination in mind. A vision will assist in retaining one’s power and purpose even when storms arise in life — one experiences living at a vibration above their circumstances and situations. I do a lot of speaking and talking about the power of having a vision for life. I break it into four quadrants to create a compelling vision that covers all areas of life; Healthy and Well Being, Love and Relationships, Vocation and LifeWorks, and Time and Money Freedom. I have found some people have a reluctance to creating a vision for their life. Some are so busy living in patterns they can’t see outside of their present situations or circumstances. Along the path, I’ve come to understand some of these reasons. Past visions haven’t come to fruition. They are too busy with their present conditions and don’t have time to spend “visioning.”
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Some believe life is supposed to unfold; however, it unfolds, or they are destined to experience life a certain way, along a predestined path.
It’s a powerful way of revealing to oneself what they would really love to be, do, have, give, and experience in their life. To do so without limitations of time, education, and money.
There are more important things to do in life than create a vision.
When one has a clear vision for their life, life gets easier.
Some think creating a vision is wasting time that they could spend being productive.
Becoming the best YOU that you can be. The process of developing a vision will expand one’s potential of their capability.
I’ve experienced most of these in my own life before converting my life from a reactionary, limiting mindset to a responsive, expanded vision-driven mindset. In doing so, I have achieved so much abundance, opportunities, freedom, and a real true love for the life I’m living today. That’s what I want for you. To experience loving your life even more than you already do!
Creating a vision opens the door to even more appreciation, happiness, and love. Developing a vision reduces the power of one’s circumstances over them. It opens up the pathway to expand outside one’s comfort zone, into expanded living. People who pay attention to their dreams and followed them are much happier people.
“The best way to serve God and other people is by becoming the best YOU you can be.” - Wallace Wattles Creating a powerful vision for life is the most empowering way of becoming your best YOU! Everything is created twice. It’s first a thought before it becomes a thing. A purposeful, powerful vision is the richest way to create the things one most loves in their life. Having a clear vision not only keeps one on track with what’s important to them, but it also becomes the direction for their life’s course. One becomes more aware of opportunities and potentials that otherwise would go unnoticed. With that said, below are my top 10 deepest level benefits of having a powerful vision… The number one reason a vision is so vitally important and powerful is that a vision assists in getting into harmony with one’s Soul Purpose.
If you don’t have a vision for your life, I want to lean into you to develop one. If I can assist you at all, I have multiple tools that I assist my clients in utilizing to develop that powerful vision for their life. Just reach out to me at IFGTcoaching@ gamil.com. I wish you all the best, and I see your life opening more and more as you experience how powerful you really are! Have a blessed day, Joseph Joseph A. Drolshagen, Transformational Coach. IFGT Life Coaching, LLC, 888321-2243, www.IFGTcoach.com
Coming from a vision is the most passionate and purposeful way one can live life.
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With any individual, group, organization, or corporation I work with, the very first thing we do together is to develop a powerful vision for what they would love to be, do, have, give and experience. From there, the journey becomes more exciting and enjoyable as I assist them in stepping into the vision and realizing how awesome and easy life really can be.
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Healing From Within By Rocky Uchimura
The Buddha talked about the “impermanence of all things.” To use a metaphor, life is like the flow of a river. Although it may be the same river geographically, the water flowing through it is most certainly not the same from moment to moment. Thus the river is always changing. The same is true of the human body. Almost all parts of our bodies are rebuilt over time. Stomach cells are renewed every two days. Skin cells last about two week before they are replaced. Red blood cells live for around four months. Your liver is restored in about a year and a half, and your bones are completely regrown over the course of a decade. Some brain cells and certain cells in the eye are never replaced over the course of a lifetime. This means if a disease exists in an internal organ over a long period of time, it’s not the body’s fault. Something besides the body is forcing it to recreate that disease over and over again. It is as if, spiritually speaking, there is some sort of “blueprint for illness” the body is following. Guess what? There is. And it’s coming from you! Each part of the body basically follows your own conception of what you are. It tries to create in alignment with your thoughts. So what happens when you constantly harbor destructive thoughts or self-punishing ways of thinking that do not stem from your essential true self? What happens when you have been very aggressive toward someone else, getting angry or constantly lashing out in discontent? Did you know that sometimes your own thought waves attacking other people can bounce back and hurt you? If you’re clairvoyant, you can see the effects of your thoughts on the outermost part of the spirit body. This outer sheath, or astral body, is an exact representation of the physical body of an individual, right down to each and every hair and nail. When someone begins to fall ill, the first indication is a tear or lesion in his or her astral body. Soon, the damage begins to affect the physical body, causing lots of strange physical ailments to appear. “If you have become ill, that is most certainly because you have started to harbor some negative thought patterns that have solidified into a kind of mental attachment that will eventually manifest as a particular kind of lesion,” says Ryuho Okawa, renowned spiritual leader and founder and CEO of the fastestgrowing religion in Japan called Happy Science. “Medical doctors will apply treatment to the physical body. But that is not where true healing begins because it doesn’t deal with the original cause of the astral lesion.” Okawa maintains that to accomplish any sort of self-healing 18
you must start by changing your self-awareness and then shift your thought patterns accordingly. “It is not an easy task to see ourselves objectively as if we are looking at ourselves in a mirror,” says Okawa. “We cannot easily understand if our mind is distorted or our ways of living have strayed. For this reason, it is essential to have an attitude of self-reflection and the feeling of gratitude.” Cure illness using your subconscious mind The body follows the mind’s lead. Okawa recommends creating a healthy image of yourself in your mind that is the complete opposite of whatever condition or illness you currently experience and become determined to manifest your healthy image by taking the following steps. STEP 1: Be aware of how you think about your body and any illness that you might have. If you constantly tell the aching parts of your body how bad the condition is, it will not get any better. But to change these habitual thoughts about your body, you need to be aware of them! STEP 2: Develop a positive mindset and take action to correct your condition. For example, think to yourself “Even though I’m experiencing this arthritis or angina or _____ (fill in your condition), I’m taking steps every day to change this condition.” And then take the steps. STEP 3: Include your body in some encouraging conversation. “You’ve done your best so far, body. Thank you! We’re going to be together for a few more years or decades. If you get better, even a little, I can do something for the world and repay my family a bit for all they have done for me. So please get better little by little, day by day. I’ll do all I can to help.” If you do this, your body will start reacting in a positive manner. STEP 4: Be patient. Even if you do not get better immediately, it is important to know that you are gradually changing in the right direction, planting the idea of better health into your subconscious. STEP 5: Be consistent and keep doing things that will help you get better, keep your thoughts positive and be sure to have gratitude in your heart for life and the opportunity to learn and grow! This process works for matters other than illnesses. For example, maybe you think you’re rather unintelligent and do a lot of stupid things. Want to get smarter? Apply the steps above. Catch your inner critic when it says self-destructive things like, “I misread the instructions. Stupid me.” Or, “I didn’t read the letter from the PTA about the meeting and I missed it. How stupid.” If you keep reproaching yourself like this, you will not get any cleverer! Of course, it would be a lie to say to yourself such things as, “I’m a genius today.” Try telling yourself, “I’m getting more and more clever, day by day.” And when you see some
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change and improvement, praise yourself a bit! Interested in making healthy changes in your life? Check out the film Immortal Hero, based on the true story of Ryuho Okawa who suffered complete heart failure and literally came back to life through the force of his own mind and will in order to complete his mission on Earth to help uplift humanity. A limited theatrical release is planned for Mid-October, 2019. Author Bio: Rocky Uchimura is a lecturer at Happy Science and the Director of Marketing for HS Productions, LLC
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By Gwendolyn Esco Davis Give yourself a gift of five minutes of contemplation in awe of everything you see around you. Go outside and turn your attention to the many miracles around you. This fiveminute-a-day regimen of appreciation and gratitude will help you to focus your life in awe. …… Wayne Dyer Gifts!? We are a gift to the universe, we give gifts every day with our presence of mind and body, we receive gifts from our families, friends, and strangers every day. You may not be conscious that your life is filled with many small miracles – the golden nuggets every day. People say that they are grateful and have gratitude, but are they really, do they think about the gifts in life? How deep does your gratefulness lie? Is it a surface thankfulness -- grateful for the new shoes, for the clothes and car you drive (all which are lovely)? Going deeper are the essential gifts in life that are what truly matters. Honoring the golden nuggets in your circle of life; having love in your life, having real friends – not the social media ones, but the ones you can call any time of day or night just to talk, having a partner who understands you and supports you in good times and not so good times, having a job that you love doing, having a family that you are in sync with, with deep connections, having good health, having faith that guides you to be a better person. Or perhaps, waking in the morning of sound mind and body and giving thanks, or doing good works for others by sharing. This is the harvest time of the year. Dig deeper for the gifts of profound gratitude – gratitude for an abundant life of love, promise, strength, and faith. You have been blessed by being a gift to this universe. Why not give in return with more profound gratitude! At this time of harvesting, take time to consciously see and know the real gifts in your life. Peace, & Blessings, Gwendolyn Gwendolyn Esco Davis, is a Certified Life Coach. She coaches individuals, groups, and small businesses, using a holistic and organic approach in her practice. For information on upcoming fall, 2019, group classes and other services, email: gwendolyn@escodavis.us or www.escodavis@net.
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Living with gratitude is both a path toward and a symptom of enlightenment. It is a gift that flows easily when we are living in partnership with our Higher Selves. Gratitude overcomes negative reactions that everyone can have when life is discouraging. It is an expression of hope, trust and the awareness of our eternal-true selves.
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If we think that we are victims of life, gratitude is a hard attitude to own. But the higher truth is that we are the creators of life, and there is a good reason for everything – everything! When we remember that we are each a facet of the One that many call God, then we also can remember that our human experience is a soul building mission. Every experience can be understood to be purposeful and necessary, but also temporary. In fact, every experience is designed perfectly to build a particular set of skills and potentials which we need our soul to embody, in order for us to incarnate fully and to fulfill our true purpose within all of life. Phew! It can be a lot to take in, but it is the absolute truth. A soul is the body of learning we have been building through all of our incarnations. It is the vehicle for our Higher Self to be
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able to live within our creature bodies. Our souls are vast, with only a small part available for a particular life-mission. But as we grow more into unity with our eternal true selves, more and more of our soul will incarnate at once, allowing our true selves to reveal our amazing potentials into our lives and our world. Then we can take our place as partners with God to co-create a world that reveals the qualities of experience we always believed it could have. As eternal Beings, we know that growth is often painful, but that pain is always temporary. Even the most horrific things may be necessary to open the capacity for unconditional love and true self-awareness that some souls require to manifest their higher potentials. Not everyone needs those things, but some do. So from the perspective of our true self, we can have compassion on ourselves and on others when suffering is part of our contracts for life. Try to look at it from the perspective of your eternal self… You can see the goal and it is brilliant and important. It is how you become able to manifest your own unique facet of God within all future lifetimes and on unlimited worlds! It isn’t easy to get this potential to awaken within the creature consciousness that is our human selves. The creature within us wants only comfort, security, peacefulness, full stomachs, joyful-sensual satisfactions, ease. Somehow the greater potentials need to be awakened within us; suffering is a powerful tool for awakening. But as I mentioned earlier, suffering is temporary, the potential gifts – once developed – are eternal. This is what our eternal self sees. Gratitude in our creature selves expresses a willingness to grow into our potentials and to do the work needed. That willingness paves the way for our Higher Selves to enter into our lives and make our growth easier, and with minimal suffering. Once we achieve our goals, gratitude flows naturally because we feel wonderful owning new gifts which allow our true self to act within our lives more fully. Life feels joyful and satisfying. But then another cycle of growing and challenging heralds the next phase of work, and gratitude allows our Higher Self to make it easier to accomplish. Why is gratitude so effective? Gratitude generates an energy which is a natural medium unifying our Higher Selves with our creature selves. That unity allows Higher Self to act within our lives to create an easier journey of soul growth.
To nurture the attitude of gratitude, simply remember who you are! Each of us is a part of the Oneness of life, building a human capacity to live in the world. Once here we can partner with the One to create a world we all want to live within. So each challenge can be met with trust in this process and gratitude that we are never alone. Our Higher Self is One with all enlightened Beings and together they will work to bring fulfillment, satisfaction, and joy in the process of growth to our lives. When gratitude is present each circumstance reveals itself to be a gift. If not immediately, then with patience and perseverance it will do so. And in that patience and perseverance, we can remember that we are doing something essential – building a soul muscle that will support our true self to create a wonderful reality on earth for eternity. What could be better than that? EVE WILSON Eve Wilson Master Healer, Author, Teacher – Learn about healing treatments and ascension, Eve’s book Riding the Wave of Change – Hope, Healing and Spiritual Growth for Our World, discover her International Award-Winning Blog – The Weekly Word for Healing & Ascension, plus classes and events at www.spiritualhealers.com 734-780-7635
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We are told, a lot, to have an attitude of gratitude. What happens when you find yourself out of the flow of gratitude? What can you do? You can create it! You are a creator, so you can develop and use this skill. Right now, I am sitting outside on a beautiful autumn day and it is easy, so easy to feel and connect with gratitude. With my feet in the soft, cool grass, and the bird song, the sun shining down and the crisp air, it is sooo easy to feel grateful. Unlike earlier today. Earlier today, I realized my phone was not working when a client called; the phone stopped ringing and disconnected, not forwarding the call to my office staff. I had been wondering about the phone since it had been acting up, yet I didn’t want to take the time to check it out -- after all, it’s a bother -- right? So, here I am, on a day already filled, and of course I want to be available for my clients, so I call the phone company. At first, the young woman was short and did not know the answer and hung up. I was frustrated and trying to be grateful. Allowing myself to process the frustration, I became calm and relaxed which then assisted me in connecting with gratitude from the heart, knowing there is somehow a lesson here for me. Playing with the phone for a while, I realize that perhaps it is the SIM card. So, out I go to the store and approach the young lady who had hung up on me. To my surprise, she was very pleasant and had looked up what might be the issue, patiently fixing the problem on my phone, and saving me money. I am very grateful to her. I do not know how things might have been different if I had gone to the store in an attitude of righteousness, anger, or frustration -- any of the egoic emotions that separate us from each other. As it was, it was a very pleasant experience and I expressed my gratitude to her. She seemed unaccustomed
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to praise and gratitude. How sad. I suspect my experience would have been different if I had gone in upset and blustery. So, what’s my lesson? Gratitude changes everything. To learn to create and connect with gratitude anytime, even when things are uncomfortable, is a choice. How you can start is by noticing what you are grateful for. Feel the emotion in your heart. Connect with this feeling of gratitude. Anchor it by putting your hand on your heart. Practice this every time you feel gratitude. Another practice I suggest to clients is to feel and connect with your breath before you get out of bed in the morning. Then, with your hand on your heart, connect with the feeling of gratitude. Find three things to be grateful for. Really feel the gratitude. That’s important. If you just go through the motions without the energy and emotion behind them, there will be little change. You may also choose to do this at night before going to sleep, as your subconscious mind will then go over and over those connections, creating a new neuro-pathway, a new program in your biocomputer, so that when you are feeling anything but love and gratitude, you now have a program or habit that you can use to create that feeling of gratitude. All you have to do is put your anchor, your hand, on your heart and connect with the emotion of gratitude. If you have difficulties, you can imagine something that you are grateful about or for. Congratulations! You are using your creator ability to create gratitude anytime you want! By Miche Lame’ Miche Lame has been compassionately guiding people for over 25 years. Through Spiritual Living and Healing Miche utilizes Intuitive and Universal Principals to guide you in healing your emotional, mental, physical, & spiritual state. www.spirituallivingandhealing.com
Bowenite By Jennifer VanderWal Bowenite comes from New Zealand. Only small amounts are distributed by the New Zealand government every few years to ensure the mineral is not depleted. Another name for bowenite is, greenstone or tangiwai, which is Maori for tear water. With bowenite’s high content of magnesium and iron, it alleviates depression, clearing tears and sorrow. The color of tangiwai is whitish to apple green. Tangiwai is a warrior stone bringing success in all pursuits, from personal to business. Tangiwai is revered by the Maoris as a sacred stone, often worn in amulets or as a talisman. It is a powerful stone for protection. It instills a message that detours the forces while enlightening them intellectually as well as spiritually. Bowenite also radiates protective energy in every direction. Tangiwai opens and deepens our ancestral and spiritual connection and communication. It eases relocating as well as leaving unhealthy people, places, or things. It enhances our feelings of light and freedom, enabling ease in traversing the third dimension. Tangiwai helps us to clearly know which questions to ask and helps us receive a clear insight into the answers. Bowenite’s high contents of oxygen, as well as hydrogen, help it to be a powerful healer in restructuring our RNA/DNA, cholesterol, heart, as well as assimilation of Vitamins D and A. Tangiwai ignites spontaneity and adventure and brings our soulmate to us. You can also carry it on you for protection. One easy way to benefit from tangiwai’s energy is to use it in meditation. Prepare a quiet meditative space, hold the bowenite at your heart chakra, and think of or ask the questions you’ve been wanting to know about. Then move the bowenite to your third eye chakra and listen for the answers and questions that ensue. Jennifer VanderWal has been a Melody Crystal Healing Instructor/Facilitator since 2004. A master of the Usui Tibetan Karuna Seiryoko system of Reiki, she offers readings, mediumship, spiritual counseling, EFT, crystal healing classes, and crystal healing techniques at Bodyworks Healing Center, Journey to Health Chakra, and VanderWal Healing Center. Call: 248-672-0579. Jennifer Vanderwal has been a Melody Crystal Healing Instructor Facilitator since 2004. She is a master of the Usui Tibetan Karuna Seiryoko system of Reiki. She offers readings, mediumship, spiritual counseling, EFT, teaches crystal healing classes and offers a variety of crystal healing techniques at Bodyworks Healing Center, Journey to Health Chakra & Vanderwal Healing Center. You can contact her at
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Unconditional Love Lost By Pauline Dettloff
In last month’s article, I wrote about unconditional love. What happens when unconditional love is one-sided? It can happen with a loved one, our children, our parents, our friendships or significant other. As you all know, I write from my heart. I try to love everyone unconditionally. I think we all do because we don’t know where other people are in their minds, their emotions, what has happened in their life, or where they come from. All of us need love. That’s just the way of the world. In the animal kingdom, they may not accept one another, but they still sleep together -- how funny is that. The same thing happens to us. How many of us live in a situation where love or kindness is no longer there? You’re still trying to be nice and show unconditional love to your partner, to your children and people in general, but when you lose the unconditional love towards someone and you get stuck, you have to leave the situation of unhappiness and try to remember when you really loved that person a long, long time ago. Why did it change? What happened to change this person, making them someone completely different now? Or, have you changed or grown? How do you live with that? In your mind and in your heart it’s so completely lost. You start to un feel, you just exist in a relationship that no longer is fun, which no longer serves you as who you are. It’s not being selfish to move on to find someone that makes you happy. You have to be happy with you first! Here’s my suggestion. You only get one
time here. You don’t get a redo and you can’t change anything that happened yesterday…..So STOP thinking about yesterday because you can’t fix it or change anything! Start thinking about today. Start your morning out with a smile and try to keep it all day. I say to myself when I think negatively of the past, “Your life is going to be amazing, even better than I thought.” We can scare up some crazy dark thoughts, but why go there? When I change my thinking, I laugh out loud. Do as they do in the movie, “Sound of Music,” and dance, sing, be silly and be happy. When you start to like you, to love you, nothing else matters because when it comes to your happiness and well-being, your mind and your heart, nothing can matter because you have to unconditionally love you first. We can change our thinking and bring positive energy into our lives. I need to dream; I need to be happy.
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and circumstances Realme, is right here… right now. It only requires my conscious surrender to feel.
Thank you for the Awesomeness I Truly Am By Barbra White
Instead of just talking about gratitude, let’s do it. Below is a powerful activation prayer for shifting out of hopelessness into real power. I provide activation prayers to my Self Acceptance Process students and therapy clients. These medicinal statements, said a few times a day, can shift you into the awesomeness you TRULY are. Are you ready to let go of the b.s.?! Then read on! The activation prayer is based on God/ Love expressing through hundreds of my healing sessions and Self Acceptance Process training. There is no greater pain than forgetting who We Truly Are. The activation prayer is founded on a knowingness that when we remember our True Identity—life falls into place. Said another way, “Seek first the kingdom of Heaven.” This “heaven” is not some far off place in the sky but is anchored in the now moment by remembering that you are a beautiful, wonderfully loved, precious being. God sees you, loves you, wants you… just as you are. The Real Me I am bold enough to claim my wholeness now. I am ready. Thank you. I pray for the highest and best good for myself and all involved today. As I let go, I open to the Love, Power, and Abundance that is waiting to manifest as me, and in my life. There is nothing to heal or fix or heal within me. I am grateful to know that God or The Universe already created me in its perfection. I am done trying to “find me” within the world of conditions 26
The world craves authenticity. I am ready to give the world what it is craving! I set myself free to be the Real me. Right now. Thank you.
I consciously surrender to the Real me that I truly am more and more each day, through self-love, forgiveness, acceptance, and empowered choice. I am grateful to know it is humble to yield to this Realme. The ego would rather continue to have me fight, earn, and hustle for my worth.
What I focus on, I get more of in my life. I stand in deep appreciation, knowing the miracle worker I am, is also within all people; even when I forget or others forget who they truly are. I will see this as an opportunity to let go even more to the REAL that is waiting to be seen. I am a tuning fork of possibilities, health, and wholeness as I see the Real within myself and others.
I am worthy, awesome, loveable now. I step more and more each day into greater expression of the Real me through a moment by moment choice to yield, open and let go.
The Real Love I am, and within all people, is the final word. I trust the process of letting go to Who I have always been because the outcome is certain: I am Love.
I gratefully let go of the theme that has always been, will never die, and was never born. I am so damn appreciative knowing that the more I yield to this REAL me every day, Life/God supports me.
I gratefully, joyfully focus on the Real. My life is changing for the better. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I would love love LOVE, to see you at one of the amazing days.
Life/God cannot support my false self. It is not real. The mistakes, failures, addictions, etc., and all the ways I have hustled to get my worthiness are only specks on the big, bright diamond that is the Real me.
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Thank you for Who I Truly Am. I am opening more and more every day to the Light and Power I am. I allow the Light that is within me and all beings to be felt in my breath, actions, and words. Thank you.
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I allow the Love I truly am (this Real Me) to flow through, as, and in me today. I am done believing fear and b.s. I’ve been told. I am the way God shows up in the world today. I am a force for good. I am ready to be the change maker, healer, and healing presence I know myself to be. I let go of the peace, power, and freedom that comes in being my full Real True Self in the world.
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Life Summoning Through you Notice it! By Faith Brower
It all starts with noticing your feelings…what is going on for you energy-wise? Is it subtle or are the hairs on your arms standing on end? What is lighting you up? Write it down; don’t lose that feeling, and what it is that caused it. Even if that high is just for a fleeting moment, take note. Don’t forget that thing, idea, person, or place that had your heart racing or filled you with more energy. For me, when I go to Chicago, I feel alive. My energy is elevated and I feel similar feelings as to when I was a child anticipating opening-up presents. It is a “high”, a feeling of anticipation, wonder and awe. I feel this way when I am in the presence of an adorable puppy too. It can happen when I see a play or musical that fills my heart with love because of acts of great kindness, or someone being so gracious to other human beings that I am moved to tears.
Be Thankful Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire, If you did, what would there be to look forward to? Be thankful when you don’t know something For it gives you the opportunity to learn. Be thankful for the difficult times. During those times you grow. Be thankful for your limitations Because they give you opportunities for improvement.
When these moments happen, I am 100% at the moment. I feel vibrant, full of feelings, and very grateful. Abraham-Hicks said on 11/1/98, believe it or not when they were in Chicago:
Be thankful for each new challenge Because it will build your strength and character.
“People say, ‘The joy is in the journey,’ but they rarely understand what they are saying. You are in this focused time/space reality with goals and objectives that call you because as you identify a desire it literally summons life through you. Life summoning through you is what it’s all about -- it’s not the completion of anything.”
Be thankful for your mistakes They will teach you valuable lessons.
Life summoning through you IS exactly what I am referring to. Notice when that life force is flowing through you, and ask what caused it. That feeling is telling you something. It is saying, “Do more of this.” The joy-filled high is saying, “Yes” to something. And conversely, when you feel low energy accompanied by<img src=”https://bodymindspiritguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Yes-1-150x86.png” alt=”” width=”150” height=”86” class=”alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-48114” /> buts and questions, that is saying, “Wait” or, “Not yet”, or maybe even, “No.” These feelings are our compass. How amazing we have these. Pay attention to them. They are gifts that tell us where to focus our attention, and what more or less of something we need in our lives. Each and every one of us has this guiding system to lead us to more joy and happiness -- designed uniquely for each of us! Pay attention to it, trust it, and enjoy this amazing gift! Faith Brower is an Early Childhood Educator and Director, She has her Bachelors in English and Masters in Early Childhood Leadership. She has served in various roles at Unity Churches in Chicago and the Greater Detroit area. Faith is currently writing books for children and adults to help support them in maneuvering through divorce and death experiences.
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Be thankful when you’re tired and weary Because it means you’ve made a difference. It is easy to be thankful for the good things. A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks. GRATITUDE can turn a negative into a positive. Find a way to be thankful for your troubles and they can become your blessings. Author Unknown P a g e 27
search outside of yourself for the answers to happiness and peace. Everything you need, however, is found by turning inward. The image that immediately comes to my mind is of a person frantically looking for the reading glasses that are sitting on top of their heads.
Taking Back Control By Susan deCaussin
Everything creates an imprint on your subconscious mind -- an impression on your belief system. And, with enough repetition, you begin to accept these changes as your new, normal state of being. Every day, I’m seeing more clients who are overwhelmed with anxiety, so I started to look for answers. I wanted to understand what changes have contributed to this dramatic shift. Years ago, I made a personal decision to turn off the news programs and avoid drama. Instead, I chose positive, uplifting shows that would feed my soul. And, like many, I began recording them so that I could fast forward through the commercials. Sometimes, though, fast forward isn’t an option. It’s then that I noticed some common themes emerging. In a typical commercial break, there are ads for insurance, prescription drugs, fast food restaurants, home security systems, etc. You get the idea. On the surface, it may seem quite benign and unremarkable. But, what are the underlying messages being conveyed to our subconscious minds? The two most predominant messages are those of fear and lack. Fear is the theme of the advertisements that make you feel like you need more control in your life. Lack is conveyed in the commercials that make you feel incomplete and incapable of happiness without their product or service. These companies want you to believe that their products will make you as blissful as the smiling actors in their ads. And, there’s an entire industry based on threats of cybercrime and the need to insure against unexpected circumstances. Supposedly, if you drive the right car, wear the right clothes, take the right prescriptions and ensure everything you have, life will be perfect, right? Not exactly.
So how do you cope in a world that’s drowning in messages of fear and lack? To create positive change in your life, you don’t need to change the world -- you need to change YOU! When fearful, you’re living in the future instead of being fully present in the now by allowing the “what if’s” to diminish your sense of control. Avoid negative, fear-based chatter and return to living in the present moment. And, when your happiness is based on acquiring “stuff”, you’re constantly chasing shadows, but never feeling complete. By focusing on goodness, you’ll train yourself to gravitate toward it in all situations, and you’ll maintain a vibration that will attract more of the same into your life. Take back control. Don’t allow fear and lack to determine your quality of life. It’s never about what happens to you … it’s always about how you choose to react, and where you decide to place your attention. Namaste’, Susan Susan deCaussin established Healing Methods, in Troy, MI. She’s a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Reiki Master/ Teacher, Spiritual Advisor, Psychic/Medium, and Inspirational Writer and Speaker. Her deep connection to Spirit assists her in working with Universal Energy and creating articles and lectures that are thoughtprovoking, powerful and healing. Learn more at www. HealingMethods.org
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Introduction to Holistic Health By Ikaro Phoenix
As a Holistic Health Educator and Life Coach, many people ask me, “What is Holistic Health?” To help those who might be new to Holistic Health, or to provide a deeper perspective for those already familiar with it, I hope this article provides some insights which are helpful. Holistic Health is a process of recovering harmony, balance, and healthy functioning both to the individual and to nature through practices that originate from a connection with nature itself. There are many methods of alternative healing around the world, such as Yoga, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, Herbalism, and Shamanism. But for a practice to truly bring our health back, it must ultimately lead us into a direct relationship that maintains our individual health as well as the health of nature. This process begins through initiating a living practice of staying dynamically engaged with the creative life force, because it is nature itself, and our own body which was created by it, that indicates to us when it is out of balance. It also informs us of what we need to do to correct the problem. It is not as complicated as we might think when we see all that is going on in the world that might seem bigger than we can manage. We are the ones who created the problem, or were/ are affected by those who did, and therefore must find the best ways possible to correct it. Disease, on the other hand, is that which disconnects us from acting in harmony with all of life; we act in ways that disturb the harmony of the natural world, and thereby, disrupt our health. To recover health we begin by facing the problems we are experiencing that take us out of balance by taking a self-inventory and doing some self-investigation. From there, we self-correct, implementing and practicing that which puts us back into harmony both inwardly and outwardly with life’s
creative system. The real practices of Holistic Health are universally applicable and are not based on particular beliefs or traditions. Rather, they are rooted in the creation itself and therefore bring us back into direct connection with that source of life. This means that health is not the only individual but is also directly related to our care and direct relationship with nature, which are the harmonizing and balancing elements that Holistic Healing provides, both mentally and physically. When nature is out of balance we are out of balance and vice versa. This way, through consciousness, we can balance our inner state of being and live with a deeper connection to nature. This provides us with a natural intelligence as to what the source of our imbalance or disease is, what we need to do to correct it, and how to maintain it. It is the role of a Holistic Healer to help one through this process so that all things, inwardly and outwardly, in human beings and in nature, are brought into balance and are restored to a state of health. Ikaro Phoenix Certified Xolar Vibronics Holistic Health Educator and Natural Life Coach. ikaro@xolistichealth.com (734) 210-0463 xolistichealth.com
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corpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) — Happy birthday Scorpio! Mercury is retrograde in your sign, which is better than it sounds! You can free yourself from negative patterns of self-talk. Meditate to see yourself with compassion. Practice thinking kindly toward yourself. You can also release resentments from the past two years. Now your heart is healed toward others and you can draw new friends as well as new business or love partnerships! Also, doors to prosperity fling open since your “heart-wall” is healed so it’s safe to receive!
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agittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) — Venus is in your sign, opening you to love! Relationships improve, and if single, you can meet a new partner! Practice affirmations about self-appreciation so you keep the positive energy going. Make a little mantra you can repeat throughout the day. Mercury retrograde asks you to meditate more, even if just 10 minutes a day. You’ll have great insights about money or work issues. You can also get divine ideas to heal communication blocks with family.
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passionate light on what this person’s need truly is. You’ll be surprise how taking a moment to respond after a few deep breaths and speaking in a soft tone can melt ice between the two of you, no matter how ancient. In other news, you could reconnect with an old love. Also, make sure to do fun things that you’ve been putting off!
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quarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) — Meditation reveals ingenious ways to improve career and finances as Mercury is retrograde! Also work with abundance affirmations. One of November’s snags can be feeling irritated from past issues. A current partner suddenly reminds you of an ex and you react badly. Or you might sleep poorly because you’re replaying old problems in your head. Try to surrender these bits of anger as they arise. Maybe make a “God box”. Let the Universe resolve the issues. Late this month, amazing insights come into your mind that help you see things in a more balanced way.
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isces (Feb. 19 – March 20) – Neptune, your ruling planet, moves direct, helping you see things clearly in regards to self-esteem, relationships and talents. It retrograded in June, so your perspective may have been skewed for awhile! It’s also time to re-orient your spiritual path. You can re-dedicate yourself to yoga. You might try a new form of meditation. Why not delve into art as a way to reveal your inner world? Observe yourself about money when with friends. Don’t get pressured into spending. You might even ask yourself if these peoples’ values conflict with yours, and maybe they really aren’t friends after all! Make room for supportive people who are aligned with you.
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ries (March 21 – April 19) — This month’s Mercury retrograde is all about healing betrayals and building trust. Look at how you might have been over-eager to think someone is someone they aren’t. The truth is coming out and doesn’t match your image of them. Forgive yourself for your misinterpretation based on enthusiasm. See if you can start again with a balanced assessment of what they have to offer you. This can mean work situations, not just romantic partnerships. Take stock of your needs and present them clearly to rebuild common ground.
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aurus (April 20 – May 20) — Your values are so important to you! Mercury, the planet of communication, is retrograde. Neptune, the planet of denial, is moving forward. Like Aries pals, you’re examining people in your life to see if they match your ethics. If starting a new relationship, ask pertinent questions. Current partnerships can deepen because you’re seeing there’s more to them! New work offers can come that treat you with greater respect. Practicing gratitude reveals inner guidance and calmness. It also opens doors for prosperity!
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emini (May 21 – June 20) — If you’re having work issues, don’t push for clarity. It’s better to meditate to gain inner vision on your needs. Try to observe the dynamics going on so you gain more insight. Trust that if things feel weird, they’re probably weird! After Thanksgiving, you’ll be less reactive and be able to approach the right people at the right time with the right approach. If single, you can meet a lovely new partner, or a current partnership deepens since they can offer support at this time.
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family members. You can practice deep breathing at work to relieve stress and to bring more human kindness to others in your surroundings. Explore methods of forgiveness, especially for family of origin issues. The results will be radiant health, financial breakthroughs and better communication with loved ones.
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irgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22) — It’s a constant practice to be forgive yourself for your “flaws” and to be alert to self-critical thoughts. During this month’s Mercury retrograde, meditate on how toxic thoughts bring you down. You wouldn’t knowingly eat rat poison, right? Think of your negative thinking habits as the same thing! Also, your intuition gives solutions to money issues that can be affecting your partnership or your relationship with children or parents. Wait until later in November to reveal your ideas, when communication is easier.
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7 Things to Know About Rolfing If You Have Chronic Pain To start: What’s Rolfing? More than 30 percent of adults in the U.S. are living with chronic or severe pain. If you’re part of that sta-tistic, you know how devastating living with severe or daily pain can be. Treating chronic pain, defined as pain lasting 12 weeks or longer, depends on the underlying cause. For example, for musculoskeletal issues and inflammation, anti-inflammatory medications, ice, heat, and stretching can be beneficial. For many people, taking prescription drugs long-term may not be the best option to treat pain. The good news is, there are other methods of managing chronic pain. Different things work for different bodies and injuries: acupuncture, deep tissue massage, Epsom salt baths, antiinflammatory diets, yoga, and more. Rolfing Structural Integration is one technique people who live with daily pain might not have explored yet. Developed in the 1960s, Rolfing is increasing in popularity again in the alternative health community. &
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To understand how this method is helping people get relief from chronic pain, you’ll need to an overview of Rolfing and how it’s different from just getting a deep tissue massage. According to Certified Advanced Rolfer Jenny Rock, Rolfing is a systematic and holistic method of manipulating the muscle and fascia to help the body return to structural balance in movement and gravity. Once this happens, Rock says the body’s natural mechanisms take over and finish the job of correcting these imbalances. Makes sense, right? But how does the practitioner accomplish this? “In a basic 10 series of Rolfing sessions, a Rolfing practitioner systematical-ly addresses the places of strain, misalignment, and restricted motion that exist within the body pattern as a whole,” explains Russell Stolzoff, Certified Advanced Rolfer and senior faculty member at the Rolf Institute of Structur-al Integration. “Sometimes where you feel pain is a point of strain within a larger pattern,” explains Stolzoff. That’s why working with the whole pattern can help dimin-ish pain that is maintained or kept in place by the strain. How is Rolfing different than a deep tissue massage? While Rolfing might feel similar to a very deep massage, Rolfing practitioners will massage the muscles and fascia not only where you’re feeling pain, but all over your body. The goal is to fix your body’s posture and structure so that your body will correct any lingering imbalances that are causing the pain.
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7 things you should know about Rolfing if you have chronic pain With chronic pain, there’s a good chance you struggle to understand why your pain persists. Stolzoff says this is a common concern for both the prac-titioner and the person seeking relief. “If pain being caused by a form of serious illness can be ruled out, the chances are good that Rolfing Structural Integration can play a positive role in the treatment of the condition,” he says. Here are seven things that Rock and Stolzoff say you should know about Rolfing and chronic pain before deciding to move forward. 1. Rolfing may help chronic pain. “You should know that Rolfing can be an effective nonmedical, non-drug method to address chronic neuromuscular pain,” explains Stolzoff. The Oregon Health & Science University School of
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Medicine Comprehen-sive Pain Center has incorporated alternative and complementary thera-pies, including Rolfing, into their practices. However, there’ve been limited studies on Rolfing’s effectiveness. Two small studies in 2014 and 2015 and found that Rolfing can decrease pain levels for people with fibromyalgia and lower back pain, at least in the short term. 2. Rolfing isn’t a quick fix. “It took time to get into chronic pain, it will take some time to recover,” ex-plains Rock. Her advice: be patient. A good rule of thumb, she says, is that for every year of pain, allow yourself one month of weekly sessions. Although Rock says you should notice im-provements with every session. It’s also likely that you’re going to need to make ongoing lifestyle changes to assist in maintaining and furthering the changes from Rolfing. “This may in-clude ergonomics, footwear, pillows, yoga, nutrition, etc.,” explains Rock. 3. Rolfing addresses structural (think postural) and functional (think movement) aspects of chronic pain. Rolfing can be helpful when chronic stiffness, compression from injury or surgery, held postures that inhibit fluid motion, or repetitive motion are keep-ing your pain levels up. 4. Rolfing should never be painful. Rolfing is frequently deep and sometimes intense and uncomfortable, yet Rock says that it’s never meant to be painful. “Rolfing should never be more uncomfortable than the chronic pain you’re already in,” she explains. 5. Rolfing may reveal other places of pain. If you’ve been dealing with chronic pain, chances are that is the area you focus most of your energy on. However, with Rolfing, Stolzoff says you’ll discover other places in your body that may be playing a role in your pain.
Knowing this information can be helpful in your overall treatment plan. Sara Lindberg, BS, MEd, is a freelance health and fitness writer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and a master’s degree in counsel-ing. She’s spent her life educating people on the importance of health, wellness, mindset, and mental health. She specializes in the mind-body connec-tion, with a focus on how our mental and emotional well-being impact our physical fitness and health. https://www.healthline. com/health/rolfing-chronic-pain#6 6. Rolfing may uncover deeply held emotions. Rock says to be aware that you may have emotions surface, on and off the table, since your tissues hold and release muscle memory. “This is fre-quently part of the healing process, so as strange as it may seem, it’s actu-ally helpful,” she explains.
* Shoulders rounded and tense? * Are you less flexible than you use to be? * Chronic hip, neck or lower back pain? * Does your body feel beaten down & compressed? Structural Integration (Rolfing") can:
* Improve your posture dramatically * Assist in breathing easier and deeper * Improve your game (yoga, golf, etc.) * Make being in your body joyous and uplifting
7. Rolfing requires a skilled practitioner. Rolfing, especially for chronic pain, needs to be done by a certified and skilled practitioner. Rock suggests you find a Rolfer that you connect with since it’s a very personal process. And the best part? There’s virtually no risk to trying Rolfing, and there are no side effects. “I always tell my clients that it’s an experiment,” says Stolzoff. “If it works, then great. But if it doesn’t, there is no harm done.”
Sara Lindberg, BS, MEd, is a freelance health and fitness writer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and a master’s degree in counseling. She’s spent her life educating people on the importance of health, wellness, mindset, and mental health. She specializes in the mind-body connection, with a focus on how our mental and emotional well-being impact our physical fitness and health. https://www.healthline.com/health/ rolfing-chronic-pain#6
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Gratitude Attitude By Wendy Powers Nugent
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Once again, we are in the Thanksgiving season of the year. As we look back over the past eleven months, many things might come to mind that was difficult situations that you went through, and of course, some good sprinkled throughout the months as well. Stressful times are exhausting while trying to cope with the lessons and transitions life takes us through, but how we process those times is very important to our soul and spiritual growth. I was touched by an event that happened just before I sat down to write this article. I was thinking about the subject that I would write about in this issue while having my morning coffee. I turned on the news and saw Ellen DeGeneres making a statement defending her sitting next to President George W. Bush during the Dallas Cowboys football game. I thought to myself how nice it was that Ellen was enjoying the game and having fun. However, when I turned up the volume, I got the real story… she was being attacked by social media for being friends with GW! How dare Ellen sit next to and seem to be having a good time with a Republican! I know, it seems quite trite to me as well, however, that is the mood of this country currently. She went on to say to the haters “We’re all different and I think that we’ve forgotten that that’s okay that we’re all different…but just because I don’t agree with someone on everything doesn’t mean that I’m not going to be friends with them.” Profound… She expressed gratitude for having a friendship and enjoyed her day without Attitude. It is hard these days to be friends with people who may have a different belief or hold a different perspective. We need to defend our differences instead of destroying others as self-appointed representatives of the ”thought” police. I have always taught my children to send hugs not prickly thoughts. Remember that people are very fragile and need love and reassurance. We are spiritual beings having a physical experience. We are here to grow and share kindness and good works while learning how to navigate the negative energy.
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Gratitude thoughts can change everything! Much like putting on your thinking cap, put on your kindness cap! When you walk through your day with gratitude, you find yourself smiling and casting out loving light. People feel good around you and you will find that you enjoy the day to the fullest. You will run into people who need your help, such as helping someone in need to pay for their groceries. Good deeds will put goodwill points into your spiritual bank. In these trying times, the stuff that makes up life continues. People fall in and out of love, having babies and making a living. Friends need hugs and support and of course, loved ones move through the veil of this dimension into the next life. Be grateful for the people in your life and accept them for their differences and love them for their uniqueness. In your meditations in this month of thankfulness, to help bring positive thoughts and love into your day, place a lit vanilla candle in the room; this will help your energy stay in a positive mindset. If you don’t like the smell of vanilla, use a scent that makes you feel good. I like cinnamon when I don’t have a vanilla candle in the house. At Thanksgiving dinner, we enjoy the aromas of cooking delicious meals and desserts; this brings us a feeling of inner peace. Enjoy your holiday and make sure to have an Attitude of Gratitude! Peace and Love in this month of Thanksgiving! Wendy Powers Nugent Clairvoyant, Minister, Writer, and Certified Spiritual Counselor, Wendy has been a professional psychic for more than 35 years with proven accuracy. Readings by appointment only: Text/call: 248-826-8255. Visit her website: www.WendyPowers-Clairvoyant.com
A Harvest of Gratitude By Tatiana Scavnicky
When I look back on the key things that have changed me for the better, practicing gratitude is at the top. Along with manifestation and the law of attraction, like attracts like, gratefulness is in the realm of magical thinking. I discovered very late in life that I could choose how I wanted to feel. Choosing your thoughts is like planting a garden. You put seeds into the ground with hope and expectations. You know that some of your seedlings will grow tall and beautiful. Maybe even rich and robust. We believe that something good could come out of those tender buds that become spry shoots, eventually turning golden and burnished with sunlight, ready for harvest. We take stock of what we’ve planted and what we’ve grown; of what we put our hearts and intentions into. Gratitude is very much like that. We cultivate and nurture our blessings. We expect that something good will come from what we’re already thankful for. I think of gratitude as setting intentions, incantations we release to the universe. If all prayers are answered, then counting our blessings cannot go unnoticed. What you think about, you will have more of. It’s a universal law. Gratefulness is born from the heart. Sometimes an eager and wide-open heart is reaching for more, or a weary one is praying for less. We’re deeply invested when we declare our gratefulness. Appreciation amplifies our gratitude. Love sends it straight up to heaven’s ears. “I’m grateful for my life, health, family and friends,” becomes “I’m healthy! I love my life and everyone in it!” Gratitude is beautifully soft and tender. It’s a deep “thank you” to a Higher Love that holds us all. It’s a bow to all that is here now and a blissful prayer of possibility for what’s to come.
Tatiana Tatiana is a spiritual teacher, psychic-intuitive, intuitive life coach, creator of music and healing meditations, Angel Therapy Practitioner® and Angel Therapy Medium®. She’s passionate about helping people move forward and overcome their fears, ditch procrastination and do what they love. She’s released three albums and shares her moon phase oracle card readings at www.tatianascavnicky.com
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Ascended Master Lectures using the teachings from Mark and Elizabeth Clare Prophet plus weekly Sunday devotional services at The Summit Lighthouse of Detroit. 313-768 5737 www.summitlighthousedetroit.org Calling all co-creators to participate as volunteer team members to assist with developing, supporting and sustaining positive activities, events and people at Unity of Livonia Spiritual Center, such as the Michigan Meditation Experience and BMS Holistic Festival. Unity of Livonia. 28660 Five Mile Road, Livonia www.unityoflivonia.org. For info email Mona at Mona@ CoCreateJoy.com or text to 734-778-4655 Healing & Ascension Monthlies – 2 hours of bliss and transformation – you can still join this month! www.spiritualhealers.com or Eve Wilson 734-780-7635
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Mon - A Course In Miracles: 10 am-12 pm. Weekly study group led by Ron Cohen. 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org Mon – “Drop-in Healing Night” First Monday 7–9 pm. Practitioners and clients can drop in to practice/receive energy work. Donation. 3820 Packard #280, Ann Arbor, free parking. 734-358-0218. Mon - The Twelve Blessings Service Every Monday at 7:45– 8:30pm. Join us in radiating love to our world through The Twelve Blessings, given by The Master Jesus for this Age followed by Absent Healing. he Aetherius Society, 3119 N. Campbell Road, Royal Oak, 248-588-0290 www.aetheriusmi.org Mon – A Course in Miracles: 1 pm-3 pm. Weekly Monday study group led by Evan Gant. Love Offering. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Road, Livonia 734-7724496 Evanhafc@gmail.com Mon – Yoga with Jayne: Monday at 7 pm. Weekly beginning Yoga Class (1st Monday Reiki infused) Walk-ins Welcome. Love Offering. Unity of Livonia. 28660 Five Mile Road, Livonia www.unityoflivonia.org Monday Prayer - Join Eve Wilson’s tribe a https://www.bodymindspiritnetwork.com/ groups/922970/feed
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Grief and Loss Support Group7pm-8:30 pm Held every second and fourth Tuesday. Help with grief, loss or dealing with significant change in a supportive environment. As we support each other, we will explore tools that can lead to acceptance and peace. Facilitators: Karen Ulatowski & Mary Wackrow, LUT. 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org
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Wed - A Course In Miracles: 1-2:30 pm. Weekly Wednesday study group. 248-2883550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org Wed - Midweek Meditation: 7-8 pm. Brief teaching followed by guided meditation and concluding with prayer requests designed to reset your week. 248-288-3550 Wed – Meditation and Mindful Musings: 7 pm-8 pm. Weekly meditation led by rotating facilitators. Love Offering. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Road, Livonia www.unityoflivonia.org Wed – Easy Does It Yoga: Wednesday at 12pm with Sheila. Weekly beginning yoga class. Walk-ins welcome. Love Offering Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Road, Livonia www.unityoflivonia.org Wed - “Inner Guidance” 4th Wednesday monthly , 7-8pm How does our inner guidance speak to us? How to use our Dreams, Signs and Intuition for protection and wisdom. Use Inner Guidance to sidestep Adversity. open talk, different topic weekly. Royal Oak Eckankar Center, 320 E 4th, Royal Oak 248-546-9224 Wed - Experience Healing Touch, an energy based therapeutic approach to healing. Clients enjoy peace & less pain after treatment. Appts. & Walk-Ins welcome. 28650 Eleven Mile, Farmington Hills. 248-7885808 http://www.healingtouchcenter.info/ Healing_Touch/Welcome.html “Wed - Wednesday Meditations - Join Eve Wilson’s tribe at https://www.bodymindspiritnetwork.com/ groups/922970/feed”
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Sun - ECK Light and Sound Service. 1st Sunday monthly Noon-1 pm, The Gift of the Light and Sound of God (topics change each month). Royal Oak Eckankar Center, 320 E 4th, Royal Oak 248-546-9224 Sun - Join us in our Services to find inner peace and bring peace to our world. Pray, visualize and chant sacred mantra; learn about Cosmic wisdom. 11:00am. The Aetherius Society, 3119 N. Campbell., Royal Oak 248-588-0290. www.aetheriusmi.org Sun - Sound Healing Concert, 7–9pm. Rare, therapeutic chakra-tuned crystal bowls played with recorded soundscape music while Reiki is sent to the audience. $20 at the door. 3820 Packard #280, Ann Arbor, free parking. 734-358-0218. www. EnlightenedSoulCenter.com
Thu - Attitudinal Healing: 7-8:30 pm. Join us each Thursday night and transform your life by learning to choose peace and love over conflict and fear in all situations. Love offering. 248-288-3550
“Sun - Services Every Sunday at 11-Noon. You are warmly welcome to join us at our regular Sunday Service. We offer Spiritual Healing after the Service at 12 Noon. The Aetherius Society, 3119 N. Campbell Road, Royal Oak, MI 48073, 248-588-0290 aetherius1122@gmail.com www.aetheriusmi.org
Thu - Meditation Class 1st & 3rd Thursday 7–8pm. Short lesson & meditation, followed by discussion led by Lori Barresi. Drop in, suggested donation $10. 3820 Packard #280, Ann Arbor, free parking. 734-3580218. www.EnlightenedSoulCenter.com
Sun - Sunday Meditation! Susan deCaussin, BMS Staff Writer, leads meditation each week at Renaissance Unity in the City of Ferndale at 9:30am. An inspired message is given followed by silent reflection. More info: www.SusandeCaussin.com
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11/01 Group Akashic Record Reading - In this group reading, Angela will open the Records of the group and channel the Akashic perspective in response to your questions and inquiries. The Akashic perspective is the perspective and knowing that is beyond the mind - therefore eliminating beliefs, judgments, expectations, projections, and anything that distorts our perspective and limits our true knowing. 7pm $20 Sign up at www.EntouchLLC.com 11/02 Women of Spirit: 10am- Noon. Join the women on the 1st Saturday of each month. This month we welcome guest speaker & author: Lin Day. Love Offering 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org 11/03 Michigan Psychic Fair at Farmington Hills Comfort Inn (Orchard Lake Rd. & I-696) Pauline 586-939-4230. Michigan’s best psychics, find a list of our great Readers, updates and directions at www. MichiganPsychicFair.org 11/03 Pelvic Floor & Core Stability Workshop - This interactive workshop is for women in all stages of life. We will be covering anatomy of the core and pelvic floor, strengthening and releasing exercises and pranayama (breath work) that will work your core smarter not harder. Foundation is the key to execute proper form and function. The pelvic floor is the foundation of your core and functions in unison with the Diaphragm, Transverse Abdominis, and Multifidus muscles. A dysfunctional pelvic floor can limit your quality of life. Discover how to manage prolapse, prevent those little leaks, repair diastasis recti separation, and restore core and pelvic floor strength, and so much more. 12pm $35 Sign up at www.EntouchLLC.com. 11/03 Tools to Help Empaths: 11am-1pm. Learn traits of an empath or highly sensitive person. Discover ways to use essential oils, smudge and other tools to help control sensitivity. $44. 734-416-5200 Body Works 11/03 Wellness Group: 12-1:30 pm. committing to a year of self-love. We meet monthly to support each other and share tips for a healthy 2019. All are welcome. 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org 11/03, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 Sunday Celebration Service: 10-11 am. Weekly Sunday worship service. 248-288-3550 11/04, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25 A Course In Miracles: 10 am-12 pm. Weekly Monday study group led by Ron Cohen. 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org 11/05 Open Mindfulness Meditation: 6-7pm. Calm your mind, find your center and experience peace within. Reduce stress, lower blood pressure, gain clarity, sleep better, enjoy life.. $15/session. 734416-5200 BodyWorksHealingCenter.com
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11/06, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27 A Course In Miracles: 1-2:30 pm. Weekly Wednesday study group. 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org 11/06, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27 Midweek Meditation: 7-8 pm. Weekly Wednesday meditation service designed to reset your week. We begin with a brief teaching followed by guided meditation and concluding with prayer requests. 248-288-3550 or www. unityofroyaloak.org 11/07 Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life! 6-7:30pm. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. Examine how you create the very circumstances you prefer to avoid. Bring consciousness to your reactions. Experience the freedom of letting go. $30. 734416-5200 BodyWorksHealingCenter.com 11/07, 11/14, 11/21 Attitudinal Healing: 7-8:30 pm. Join us each Thursday night and transform your life by learning to choose peace and love over conflict and fear in all situations. Love offering. 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org 11/08 Free Monthly Meditation - Join us for our free monthly meditation class! Learn about what meditation is, how to begin your own practice, and participate in a group meditation. Stay for the second half and dive into a deeper meditation practice. This class is held the 2nd Friday of each month. Sign up at www.EntouchLLC.com
11/12 Open Mindfulness Meditation: 6-7pm. Calm your mind, find your center and experience peace within. Reduce stress, lower blood pressure, gain clarity, sleep better, enjoy life.. $15/session. 734416-5200 .BodyWorksHealingCenter.com 11/12, 11/26 Grief and Loss Support Group: 7-8:30 pm. Held every second and fourth Tuesday. Help with grief, loss or dealing with significant change in a supportive environment. As we support each other, we will explore tools that can lead to acceptance and peace. Facilitators: Karen Ulatowski & Mary Wackrow, LUT. 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org 11/13 Introduction to Pal Dan Gum QiGong: 6-7pm. Used for millennia to promote radiant health, the 8 Silken Movements are easy to learn. Experience meditation through movement in a mindful and graceful way. Release stress and reenergize. Try it and believe it. $40. Repeat $20. 734-4165200 www.BodyWorksHealingCenter.com 11/16 Drum Circle at 7pm on third Saturday of every month. All welcome. Bring percussion instruments if you have them. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Road, Livonia 734-421-1760 www.unityoflivonia.org 11/17 Michigan Psychic Fair at Waterford Holiday Inn Express, 4350 Pontiac Lake Rd, Pauline 586-939-4230. Michigan’s best psychics, find Readers, updates and directions at www.MichiganPsychicFair.org
11/09 Jobs Club Royal Oak: 10 am - 12 pm. Join Luther Taylor each month as he presents inspiring speakers and networking opportunities. 248-288-3550 or www. unityofroyaloak.org
11/19 Group Singing Bowl Bath 6-7:30pm. Experience sound and vibrations from 21 bowls to promote health, spiritual well-being and prevent illness. $20. 734-416-5200. www.bodyworkshealingcenter.com
11/09 Rock Your World Psychic & Holistic Expo - Plymouth Elks, 41700 Ann Arbor Road, Plymouth, Mi. 10am-5pm For More info: www.rywevents.com
11/19 Radio Show: Aeterius Radio Live 1-2pm.Topic: When Dr. King Realized He Came from Another World with hosts, Richard Lawrence and Chrissie Blaze at www.bodymindspiritradio.com
11/10 Michigan Psychic Fair at Troy Quality Inn 2537 Rochester Ct (Rochester Rd. & I-75) Pauline 586-939-4230. Michigan’s best psychics, find a list of our great Readers, updates and directions at www. MichiganPsychicFair.org 11/10 Second Sunday Sing-Along: 2:30-4 pm. Join Host, Tom Bowes, as he leads the group in an old-fashioned sing-along. All are welcome. Love offering 248-288-3550 11/10 Support Volunteers of America Adopt-a-Family for Christmas. Financial donations (cash, check or charge) accepted at Unity of Livonia through Sunday 12/8, 28660 Five Mile Road, Livonia 734-4211760 www.unityoflivonia.org Make checks payable to “Unity of Livonia” and specify “Adopt-A-Family” in the memo line. If you or someone you know needs help providing Christmas for their children ages 17 and under, applications are available online at https://aaf.voami.org/
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11/20 Drumming Circle Meditation: 7-8 pm. 3rd Wednesday each month. Come and experience the powerful healing effects of group drum meditation. Bring your own percussion instrument or play one of ours. 248-288-3550 or www.unityofroyaloak.org 11/20 Grief and Loss Support Group: 10:30 am - 12 pm. 3rd Wednesday each month. This is a daytime version of this support group. Help with grief, loss or dealing with significant change in a supportive environment. Facilitators: Karen Ulatowski & Mary Wackrow, LUT. 248-288-3550 11/24 Crystal Singing Bowl Meditation Grab your yoga mat, blankets and pillows and join us as we gather in the yoga studio to immerse ourselves in this guided sound meditation.. Sound healing touches and transforms us.6pm, doors open at 5:15pm. $10 suggested donation per person. Sign up at www.EntouchLLC.com.
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11/27 Sound Healing Gratitude Meditation: 7pm. Join Lisa Harthun before Thanksgiving for a Reiki infused guided sound healing meditation along with shamanic healing elements including the use of crystal singing bowl. Love Offering, 28660 Five Mile Road, Livonia www.unityoflivonia.org 12/01 Michigan Psychic Fair Sterling Hgts - Holiday Inn 8515 15 Mile Road. (15 Mile and Van Dyke Rd.) Pauline 586-939-4230. Michigan’s best psychics, find a list of our great Readers, updates and directions at www.MichiganPsychicFair.org 12/01 Peace on Earth Holiday Meditation 10:30am-12pm. Break from the hustle and bustle of the season and join us in peace, joy and love of the season Open your heart, feel the gratitude, connect to love and experience the joy the season represents. Open your heart to gratitude. Experience peaceful bliss. $35. 734-416-5200. 12/08 Attracting Prosperity 11am-1pm. The vibrational energy of crystals enhance infinite abundance by transforming poverty consciousness to prosperity consciousness. Learn what crystals will help you attract prosperity. Includes aromatherapy, feng shui and prosperity meditation. RSVP. $44. 734-416-5200 BodyWorks 12/08 Michigan Psychic Fair at Novi Holiday Inn 9675 Twelve Mile Rd. (12 Mile, W of Haggerty) Pauline 586-939-4230. Michigan’s best psychics, find a list of our great Readers, updates and directions at www.MichiganPsychicFair.org 12/14 Holistic Health Fair.. Plus!!! 10am4pm Location: William Costick Activities Center. 28600 Eleven Mile Road. Farmington Hills. Sponsored by Bloomfield Hills Unity and Loving Shoes Without Borders and Water. Contact: Helen Fischer 248 835 5382 Accepting Vendors $60.00
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12/28 Rock Your World Psychic & Holistic Show. Rochester Hills Moose Lodge, 3967 S Livernois, Rochester Hills 11am-5pm. Psychics, Mediums, Healers, Energy Workers, Crystal Gems, & Holistic products! $5. Admission. 313-412-7690. Vendors email rockyourworld57@gmail.com 01/04 Learn tarot In 1-day workshop! 10am-4pm. Instructor: Laura Moody at Comfort Inn, 28235 Buckingham, Livonia, MI. Course fee $145.00 includes all handouts & Ryder Waite tarot deck. For further info go to www.readingsbylaura.net 01/24 Happiness Rising! Claim Your Right to Joy!’ 5pm. Retreat at the Inn at the Rustic GatePresented by Pat & Dave Krajoic and Amy Brusca. Life is a gift to be enjoyed, not a struggle to be endured. Let us guide you on a journey beyond time and space to touch the infinite. Experience profound love, peace, and unity. Leave behind the chaos of life and breathe in stillness. Connect with your true nature. Cost of Class: Single-$380. Double-$330. *Includes program fees, 2 nights lodging, and 5 meals.* 734-416-5200 www.ascensionbreathing.com
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11/27 -11/30 Detroit Welcomes Amma! Everyone is invited to meet Amma at free programs held at the Detroit Marriott in Renaissance Ctr. Learn first-hand what Jane Goodall describes as ‘experiencing God’s Love in a human body.’ Inspiring everyone she meets. Weds, Nov.27 all day from 12:00 o’clock noon and Sat., Nov. 30 at 7 pm. Amma.org, or phone 248-765-6529.
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Encourage Gratitude with Kids! Gratitude prompts are perfect for exploring the concept of gratitude with kids. Use them as conversation starters at the dinner table, as part of a bedtime ritual or daily routine. Post a new prompt each week on the fridge or bulletin board! Try one of these to help get started: · Tell about a time you were grateful for something a friend did for you. Tell about a time when someone helped you solve a problem. Tell about a family member you are grateful for. Talk about all the people that worked to bring food to your house. Choose 3 people to say “thank you” to today. Imitation is what kids do best, so be sure to share with them your own moments of gratitude. It’s very powerful when they see you express your thankfulness each day. It’s also a great learning experience when they see you go through a challenge and still find gratitude.
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Choquiero Chocolate (US) ChoCoaque Chocolates (US) Chocolate and Love Chocolate Cartel Chocolat Celeste Chocolate Tree Chocolate Troubadour Choconat COCO Chocolate Compartes Chocolates Dandelion Chocolate Dark Forest Chocolate Denman Island Chocolate Dick Taylor Craft Chocolate 2.3 million children work in the cocoa fields of Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. These children are vulnerable to brutal labor practices, including trafficking and slavery. Candy companies--including but not limited to Nestlé, Hershey, Cargill, ADM, and Barry Callebout--have admitted accountability and promised to remedy this situation. Sadly, 14 years has passed since this agreement and little has changed. The candy industry is a US 70-billiondollar industry. It should have changed. Help us make this happen.
Ethical Chocolate Companies Looking for a Fair Trade, organic label or an explination of why the souce is child labor free is the best we can do as consumers when purchasing chocolate. Certification progams can only go so far when it comes to eradicating the Worst Forms of Child Labour including slavery. Together they aren’t big enough to be effective. This movement aids in eliminating poverty where child labor becomes symptom. I think of Fair Trade as an idea that we are in early stages of adoption. In the meantime, we have
2.3 million children at risk because they are living in too poor of conditions to be part of a healthy certified farm. These are the children that this organization is geared towards helping. All of the cocoa industry and all of the consumers have to participate together to be effective. I know we can do it. In the meantime, here are some labels to guide you in the purchasing of chocolate as that is one way of sending a message. Aldi Aloha Feels Chocolate Alma Chocolate Alter Eco Chocolate Amano Chocolate Askinoise Chocolate The Beach Chocolate Factory Belicious Black Mountain Chocolate Cacaoteca Cacao Medium (AU) Caribeans Chocolate Castronovo Chocolate Charm School Chocolates
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easier it is to have a positive mindset. And that positive mindset is what allows our systems to flow.
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When we reflect on what it means to be healthy, we often think of first, how much we exercise, and then, our diet. There is a tendency to forget that overall health and well-being stem from not only the physical but our mental, emotional and spiritual. Negative thoughts hold a sluggish vibration. If we are constantly holding onto negative beliefs about ourselves, then what are the results we expect to see? The more we fixate on those thoughts, the more energy that travels there. Our body will slowly accumulate over time until that sluggish energy creates blockages and therefore disease. Because our body is performing millions of functions simultaneously, it relies on the fluidity of each of our systems. When we hold a space of gratitude for all that we are, it gives us the confidence to make honoring decisions for ourselves. There is more research surfacing nowadays about the impact our thoughts have on our overall health. When we are grateful for something, we give it the time and attention it deserves. Our body is this fascinating, living being; one where we don’t have to even think about accomplishing the majority of the tasks it performs. We often don’t realize how amazing our body is until something breaks. It pushes us to see what we, perhaps, took advantage of before, to listen differently to the messages it is really trying to tell us. It does not fail, time and time again, to let us know when something is wrong. Take a look at an area in your life that you care a lot about and evaluate all you will do for that particular place. Then imagine what it would look like if you put in half that energy towards your self-care.
Stew ¼ c. Olive Oil 2 ea onion, medium dice 4 ea carrot, medium dice 3 ea celery, sliced 1 lb. gold potato, medium dice 1 ea. butternut squash, medium dice 1 head cauliflower, medium florets ¼ c. red wine (optional) 1 can. crushed tomato 2 T. tomato paste 1 bunch kale, chopped 2 T. oregano 2 t. garlic 2 t. onion 1 gallon Bone Broth/Veggie Stock/Chicken Stock 2 t. White Balsamic/Champagne/White Wine Vinegar Salt and Pepper *Additional vegetable options: cabbage, broccoli, green beans, bell pepper, peas, brussel sprouts
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It is not about the concept of being perfect, especially considering the obstacles we navigate in our food culture today. It becomes the act of acceptance of who we are, where we are at, and what we are unfolding into. If we take our knowledge and practically apply it day to day, we will see change. Our body is constantly working for us, whatever state we find it in. We all desire to look a certain way, feel a certain way while keeping our youthful appearance and strength. And this is exactly what eating well does for us. It may not be the proverbial “fountain of youth”, but it gives our body the stability to operate at its highest levels.
In an 8-qt stockpot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent. Add carrot, sauté for 5 minutes. Add celery and continue to sauté. Add remaining vegetables, one at a time, while sautéing for 5 minutes in between. Raise heat to high and deglaze with wine. Add in tomato, tomato paste, and seasoning. Add bone broth or stock of choice. Bring to a boil and lower heat to simmer for 45 minutes. Finish with vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
Gratitude is a way to affirm that we will continue to make those healthful decisions. Because the more healthy choices we make for ourselves, the better we feel. The better we feel, the
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How to Start a Gratitude Journal The simple habit of reflecting on what you’re grateful for can lead to a happier, more content life. All it takes is a few moments of your time, as you write about the things you’re grateful for—big or small. Gratitude journaling helps lower stress levels, gives you a greater sense of calm, and a new level of clarity. You’ll learn more about yourself and gain a fresh perspective that allows you to recognize blessings in disguise. 1. Choose a journal. Traditional journals offer flexibility because they’re durable and portable. Sometimes a new journal is exactly what you need to inspire you to get started. 2. The easiest way to maintain a gratitude journal is by making it a habit. Try attaching it to an existing habit — with your morning coffee or reading before bed. Think of it as something you want to do, not as a chore. As you write in your journal on a regular basis, you’ll start to notice the benefits. 3. Even after you’ve been successfully journaling for a while, it can be challenging to think of new things to write about. If you’ve already written about a certain topic, think of a new angle. Write about special people, favorite places, activities and hobbies that you enjoy, accomplishments and overcoming challenges from yourself or others. Remember, with gratitude journaling there are no rules! Be creative. Feel free to draw, paste photos or cut-outs from magazines. Periodically check in with yourself and notice the positive influence your gratitude journaling has had on you. Maybe your interactions with others have improved, your self-talk is more positive, or you are inspired by new ideas. The easiest way to maintain a gratitude journal is by making it a habit — the possibilities are endless! Visit: www.shutterfly.com/ideas/how-to-start-a-gratitudejournal/
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One of the Greatest Humanitarians and Spiritual Teachers Meeting Amma inspires a life of purpose, courage, hope, joy, and inner peace.
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Detroit Marriott At Renaissance Center in Detroit Wed, November 27, all day from 12 noon. Free Program* November 28 - 30, Retreat (pre-registration required*) Sat., Nov. 30, at 7 pm, Devi Bhava, a celebration devoted to world peace. Free Program* *www.amma.org or facebook.com/ammamich/ *Discounted parking info available
There will be an Indian Bazaar with unique holiday gifts from around the globe, crafts, clothing, jewelry, and Indian snack shops, all at affordable prices. (all sales beneÞt AmmaÕs charitable outreach embracingtheworld.org) *Plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before program to receive free token for Amma’s blessing. Tokens may be limited by time constraints.
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