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THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF EXERCISE & QI GONG OPENING YOUR AWARENESS
INTO UNIVERSAL CONSCIOUSNESS
YOU, YOUR PETS
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Contents
AMERICA’S OLDEST SPIRITUAL AND METAPHYSICAL MAGAZINE
FEATURES 12 OPENING YOUR AWARENESS
INTO UNIVERSAL CONSCIOUSNESS
by Kaye Berjot
Interview: Eben Alexander, MD and Karen Newell
18 BEFORE THE DAY BEGINS
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The Benefits of Exercise and Qi Gong
by Jim Kaminecki
32 THE HEALTH BENEFITS
OF INFRARED TECHNOLOGY
by Janet Thompson
DEPARTMENTS 06 PUBLISHER’S LETTER
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Kasia Szumal
08 COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
April 2017
14 ALL ABOUT TOWN
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Body Mind Spirit Expo
by Theresa Puskar
16 FROM THE HEART
Last Year’s Nest and This Year’s Birds
by Alan Cohen
30 WISDOM OF THE ANGELS
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You, Your Pets and Your Sacred Contracts The Connections Go on Well Beyond This Lifetime…
by Lori Daniel Falk
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33 ORGANIC GARDENING
Less is More
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PUBLISHER
KASIA SZUMAL CIRCULATION MANAGER
REBECCA BALOGH EDITORS
34 COSMIC DAILY WEATHER In-Depth Astrology Perspectives April 2017
by Kaye Berjot
JULIE ROBERTS SUSAN PLUTO SPECIAL EVENT COORDINATOR
LORI KUMSKIS JEN HEINE
MEDIA COORDINATOR
KAYLA HANCOCK
GRAPHIC DESIGNER/WEBMASTER
CONNECTIONS 20 THE PULSE CALENDAR April 2017 Events, Happenings and
Announcements of Interest
26 LIGHTWORKERS CLASSIFIED DIRECTORY
Resources for Better Living
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EXPANDING YOUR CONSCIOUSNESS I
’ve recently heard many conversations about consciousness, being awake and aware, and having the sensation that there is something more to people’s lives than the situations that they’re in. When I overhear that kind of conversation, I just want to give them a huge hug, and tell them that you are awake, and I want to give them a Conscious Community Magazine! A decade ago, my first job was working at Payless ShoeSource. At that time, I really didn’t know exactly what I wanted to do in my life.
KASIA SZUMAL PUBLISHER
I was studying English, and I felt that I was missing something in my life; I felt disconnected. One day, my friend Renata brought The Monthly Aspectarian (the previous name of this magazine) to the store. Guy Spiro’s Astro-Weather (precursor to Cosmic Daily Weather), yoga, and spiritual articles amazed me. I asked my friend to bring me a copy of this magazine, yet she never did. Then I had an idea that it would be nice to work in that kind of “school,” have all classes 50% off, and learn all about spirituality, consciousness, and the mind. Then I found Yoga Chicago magazine, and the schedule for the Spiritual Learning Center, where the late Walter Perschke offered a plethora of spiritual growth initiatives; among them showcasing the latest spiritual movies, and leading thought-provoking classes in dream analysis, metaphysics, and my favorite, business and spirituality. Fast-forward to the year 2012. The time was ripe for Walter to expand his spiritually based entrepreneurial horizons, and The Monthly Aspectarian Magazine was for sale. I vividly remember the day he purchased it like it was yesterday. He was so thrilled to be overseeing the oldest metaphysical magazine in the United States. At that time, my life was pretty comfortable. I was working at the Spiritual Learning Center, and studying business management in college. That all changed the day I asked him who would manage the magazine. Much to my shock, his response was “YOU!” I said yes. As many of you know, Walter Perschke passed on last year in May of 2016, and he left me the magazine in his will, and this community, because he knew that I would take it to the next level of consciousness. I told you this story to assure you that awakening of consciousness can happen every moment of your life, and those “aha” moments happen when your soul wants to expand. One piece of advice that I want to give you is to trust your gut and whatever feelings are arising, trust them, and contemplate on them. Also, I want to advise you to take some classes like meditation, yoga, read some inspirational magazines (like Conscious Community Magazine) or books, and/or go on retreats, and find some like-minded people with whom you can share your experiences. Check out our website: www.ConsciousCommunityMagazine.com for a variety of consciousness articles, our informative Pulse Calendar, and the Lightworkers Directory, and enjoy our April issue! The Best, Kasia Szumal
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29th Annual National Dream Hotline
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Friday, April 28 6pm until Sunday, April 30, 12am Free Dream Interpretation We teach individuals how to become the Creators of their lives! Come and join us by having one of your dreams interpreted by teachers and students from the School of Metaphysics. Interpreting and applying your dreams will give you answers from your inner mind that will transform your life! Please call to learn more about your dreams and our classes. We teach individuals how to hone in on their own inner minds by practicing mental exercises that will allow them to overcome certain beliefs and attitudes that no longer serve them, and to understand themselves as soul! We teach a variety of tools that enhance concentration, visualization, meditation, and much more! We have weekly classes at our local community branches in Chicago, Bolingbrook, and Palatine, IL and Indianapolis, IN. More information can be found on the website: www.som.org or by phone: 773-427-0155 IL; 317-251-5285 IN Location: 5021 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60641
One World…One Breath…World Tai Chi and Qigong Day 2017 Saturday, April 29, 9am-12pm Let’s come together to be a healing part of history as we change the world! The Theosophical Society hosts Tai Chi and Qigong teachers as they lead participants in their respective styles, creating a continuous global wave of qi or life energy. People will be coming together in over 80 nations, breathing together, and focusing on healing and hope for our world. Theosophical Society in America 1926 N. Main St. Wheaton, IL 60187 630-668-1571 All are welcome! No experience required. Gather outside at 9 am (indoors, if inclement weather) for this free event!
1-4 pm Festivities continue at The Light Heart Center, 0S165 Church St., Winfield, IL 60190. There will be Tai Chi and Qigong demonstrations, and some of the newest, proven, and successful healing modalities, mini-massages, and refreshments.
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Rabbi Rami Shapiro on the Sacred Art of Lovingkindness Saturday, May 6, 10:30 am – 4:30 pm The Theosophical Society in America welcomes awardwinning author and Spirituality & Health Magazine columnist Rabbi Rami Shapiro to Wheaton for a workshop on the art of lovingkindness.
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A Tribute to the Work of Ervin Laszlo Sunday, April 30, 2017 12-5pm at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A piano virtuoso, trailblazing physicist, and dedicated philanthropist, Dr. Laszlo has led the way in exploring consciousness and creating a new story for humanity that reflects the truth of our interconnectedness. You will experience the premiere of the PBS Film Life of a Modern Day Genius, Ervin Laszlo, hear cutting edge presentations by: Ervin Laszlo, Larry Dossey, Jude Currivan, Emanuel Kuntzelman, Allan Leslie Combs, Louis Kauffman, Chris Laszlo & Alexander Laszlo, and enjoy a reception with food and drinks. Hosted by Greenheart International and the Global Purpose Movement. Register online at: globalpurposemovement.com/gather or email: cvisk@greenheart.org. Tickets $40 online; $50 at the door. Doors open at 11:30am. Location: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL 60614.
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We are all born with the capacity to act with compassion, though we often lack the insight and will to do so. In this inspiring and practical exploration of the art of lovingkindness, Rabbi Rami will share the tools we need to realize the divinity of self and others, and to manifest godliness in our own lives. Drawing on the Thirteen Attributes of (Mercy) Lovingkindness articulated in the Book of Exodus (Exodus 34:6-7) and placing them in the context of inter-spirituality, we will explore teachings and practices from many of the world’s religions, as ways to cultivate compassion, grace, patience, and forgiveness. Register today! Call 630-668-1571 or visit: www.theosophical.org/rabbirami The Theosophical Society 1926 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL 60187 www.theosophical.org
OPENING YOUR AWARENESS INTO UNIVERSAL CONSCIOUSNESS Interview with Eben Alexander, MD and Karen Newell by Kaye Berjot
Eben Alexander, MD, is a New York Times bestselling author of Proof of Heaven and The Map of Heaven, and Karen Newell is the co-founder of Sacred Acoustics. Join them on an exploration of oneness and sound-enhanced meditations that deepen your connection to Infinite source, at the Accessing Infinite Oneness workshop at Infinity Foundation in Highland Park on Saturday, April 22, 2017. On Friday, April 21, 2017, join them for Sound Healing Journey (also at Infinity Foundation); an experiential sound journey riding on the power of group energy, and Sacred Acoustics’ innovative 12
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audio technology to achieve “thinning of the veil,” and opening your awareness into universal consciousness. Make it a priority to align more powerfully with your collective higher purpose and realize your individual role by illuminating the light within. Kaye Berjot: What does it mean to access infinite oneness? Eben Alexander, MD: It has to do with the evolving concepts of consciousness, and the emerging view of neuroscience and philosophy of mind with regards to consciousness, and what it is. Collective mind is where we find existence, and expand capabilities as human beings.
One way to connect is with meditation, which allows you to connect with universal creative source of this universe, which is where we find our sense of meaning, connection with others, and the ability to manifest free will. KB: You mentioned being in a coma, is meditation like being in a coma? EA: Not exactly, meditation is a pathway to recognize a larger part of who we are. It is a way of tapping into infinite knowing and wisdom, and can come in handy on many occasions. It’s a resource; a source of guidance in our lives. With a prolonged experience, you get the same benefits as going into
a coma, yet you don’t have to die or almost die to experience this creative source within the universe. KB: How does sound help to facilitate meditation? Karen Newell: Sound plays a role because it allows the mind to focus on sound. In my own experience, I found that when my mind was entrained on sound, I could pay more attention to my observer self, that part of me that watches myself. The sound recordings we create are digital frequencies, which put our mind in the hypnopompic state where the body becomes relaxed but the mind is still aware. KB: Once you come out of the theta state, how does one reconnect to the brain? KN: When you’re in an expanded state of awareness, your mind gets into this state, and we lose our ability to function and construct words. It requires us to find the words that most fit the explanation. EA: So much of that knowing and understanding that we experience during the theta state goes beyond what we can convey through language. The reality is that so much of it can’t be put into earthly language, which is why it’s so important to go within. You can’t just read this; you have to experience it, which is what we share during our workshops.
experiences, because those are the things that are real in our lives. KB: How did the two of you come to collaborate? KN: Eben was exploring binaural beats. My business partner, Kevin, and I were exploring sound technology. We shared our recordings with Eben, and then started to do combined meditations and we’d meet up in the sound technologyinduced space. EA: What’s powerful about the deep meditative experiences is that we found we experienced very similar things. Kevin would have a visual experience, while Karen would have a knowing experience. We would essentially experience the same thing, just in different ways.
beginning to come to an understanding of this. What’s interesting is that 98% of DNA is “junk” DNA, yet at the same time some percentage of DNA serves as a way to influence consciousness. KB: What can participants expect from the workshop? KN: We will explore in greater detail how scientific concepts combine with spiritual concepts. Heart and feeling states will also be a focus of attention. Participants will be able to come together and experience sound for the purpose of shared meditative journeys. In addition, the night before the workshop we will have an experientialonly opportunity.
KN: The thoughts and emotions are connecting with the water.
EA: Most participants are astounded that this much liberation of conscious awareness can come about through sound. It has tremendous power. If you’ve experienced transcendental sound and sacred acoustics on your own, the awareness is magnified when done in groups.
EA: Our understanding of water is restricted and limited. What we know is that water’s interaction with DNA is a form of communication, and we’re just
Kaye Berjot is a freelance writer, astrologer, and creator of AskKaye. Read more insightful articles, weekly astrology, and future plans at: AskKaye.com.
KB: Since our bodies are primarily made up of water, how does that play a role in connecting?
KB: How do we know when we’ve connected and explored our true self, or journey? What does that knowing feel like? KN: The heart plays an important role in this knowing, because it’s a feeling, and has no linguistic thought. The feeling state is really what’s making the connection. It takes repeated commitment to know the difference between imagination and true connection. In a meditation, you can ask a question, and if you get the answer in your mind you can put it out to the universe with a feeling state, and look for the validation through synchronicities in your own life. Trust your internal CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY MAGAZINE.COM
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BODY MIND SPIRIT EXPO Midwest Conference Center Northlake, IL March 4 & 5, 2017 by Theresa Puskar Dad & baby, Omar Quintana Madde
Once again, this past month I had the pleasure of representing Conscious Community Magazine as an inspirational speaker at the Body Mind Spirit Expo. It was held at the Midwest Conference Center in Northlake, IL, and as usual, the parking lot was filled, and the event was well attended. I always enjoy presenting at these expos, as there are always plenty of fascinating vendors and speakers. I spoke with longtime organizer, Linda Hunter, who informed me that, along with Marcella Goodman, she has been running the expo for over 10 years. I took a quick glance at her schedule, and it was very impressive. Events are held nationwide almost every weekend! In the past, I focused mainly on the speakers, but this time around, I was drawn to the vendors. There was such a wide variety of merchants promoting their goods and services. When I informed Linda that I wanted to do a story on the vendors, she immediately gave me the name of one of her favorites, Patricia Robb.
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“Good Juju – it’s all energy. Our mission is to assist you in maintaining a positive mindset, by being your best you.” — Patricia Robb, Good Juju Company
I could immediately see why Linda directed me to speak to Patricia. She was incredibly genuine, and exuded a great deal of warmth and joy. Great enthusiasm, a zest for life, and her love of people emanated from every cell of her being. While you would never know it (with her radiant, youthful energy), she has had four children, and has suffered her share of challenges in life, including the near death of her son. Patricia is the proprietor of Good Juju Company. She offers a myriad of products, from yoga pants and caps, to water bottles and “good vibe” inscribed t-shirts. I absolutely loved the designs and the quotes on the t-shirts that she sells. When I visited her website, goodjujucompany.com, I was moved as I read the account she shared of her family’s lifechanging circumstances. I was touched and inspired by her comment, “We chose to be ‘Better and Not Bitter.’” I just saw the film, Before I Fall, and with the quote and the message of the movie in my psyche, I reflected on my life, and how frequently I chose the latter. I have to routinely commit myself to choosing to step out of bitterness, and into “better”ness. I see how much time and energy I’ve spent playing the role of “victim” in my life, and clearly see how I’ve become the victim
of my own negative attitude. The website states: “Good Juju Company is a high vibrational company. Our logo represents the connectedness of your thoughts, deeds and actions so that you can fill yourself with positive intention and good energy.” As a wise quote goes, “I focus on this one step and one day at a time! As each day progresses, I experience little shifts, and trust that they all add up to my ultimate personal growth.” “Hennas are ‘prayers to wear.’ The henna artist takes their clients’ healing in their own hands; their well-being is the henna artist’s responsibility.” — Renu Lal, Henna Designs
Renu Lal & Jen Hill
After sharing her inspirational story and her delight and passion for her business, Patricia walked me over to Renu Lal’s Henna Designs booth. Again,
like the feeling I got when introduced to Patricia, I was immediately struck by the warmth and depth of spirit that exuded from Renu. As I looked deep into her remarkable, soulful, and penetrable eyes, I literally felt my eyes fill with tears. She too shared a profound passion and commitment towards what she does. Doing henna healing is clearly her calling. A native of New Delhi, India, Renu is a renowned Mehndi or henna artist, gifted intuitive, healer, and palm reader. She explained that she’s been doing henna art since she was a very young girl. She opened up a whole new world to me regarding henna. On her website, hennadesigns.com, she states: “In my culture, henna conjures up images of romance and creates an aura of glamour. It is referred to as the unspoken language of women. The symbols we use in Mehndi are said to be universal, with ancient meaning and a connection to the sources of Life. The henna stain in my designs leaves a blessing on the skin to help the wearer in the way they most need the blessing.” I never realized that there is a healing element to the henna process. Renu was gracious enough to give me a short reading and henna treatment, despite the fact that she had to rush upstairs to speak soon afterwards. To do the reading, she placed her feet upon mine, and looked at my palms. Her reading was right on the money. She tactfully explained that I had a “take charge” attitude, and added the caveat that I did so in a very maternal, and loving way. She also spoke of depleted energy that I needed to recharge. Having faced a great deal of physical and relational “opportunities” last year, I took her wise advice. She then proceeded to create a “good luck” henna design on my wrist. Usually when she works with a client, she creates a tailor-made design on the individual, based on their healing requirements that she intuits during the reading. She emphasized how important it is for her as the healer to hold space for the client. She feels personally responsible to support their healing through the design she creates, and with the energy she continues to hold in response to the client’s requirements.
“You have understanding beyond what most humans can hear. Take yourself out of the prison of perfection.” — Message to Jean Tindle from her grandmothers
encouraged me to live in both joy and balance. I’m amazed at how often I get bogged down in the day-to-day, and forget that life is about love, laughter, and light! Thank you to each of the day’s sweet ladies for your gentle and nurturing reminders. The next BMS Expo will be held at the Tinley Park Convention Center on June 3rd and 4th. To learn more about becoming a vendor, you can email linda@BMSE.net, or call 541-482-3722.
Theresa Puskar & Jean Tindle
The final vendor whom I visited was Spirit Dancer Crystals, the booth of a long-time friend and spiritual sister, Jean Tindle. Her booth and website, which she describes as “Crystals, Minerals, and Jewelry from the Heart of Mother Earth,” showcase a massive array of crystals and healing stones. I recently saw a communication by one of the 13 Grandmothers about the power of crystals, especially quartz, so I was excited to find one at Jean’s booth that was affordable and radiated great energy. Jean also spoke at the Expo as well. Having recently published a book, Wisdom of the Grandmothers: Tips for Living from the Realms of Love, she took us through some powerful processes with our grandmothers, and shared several segments of wise and healing conversations she had with her own.
Theresa Puskar, our All About Town contributor, is a writer, trainer, speaker, minister, and inspirational audiobook producer. She is the author of The Terri Series – seven children’s books that focus on bullying, honoring diversity, celebrating creativity, non-judgment of emotions, finding alternatives to technology-based entertainment, discovering a non-judgmental God, and overcoming fears. She has also recorded a powerful experiential audio program, How to De-Clutter Your Mind and Live a HeartCentered Life. To place an order or learn more about her ministry, you can log onto her website, theresapuskar.com.
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LAST YEAR’S NEST AND THIS YEAR’S BIRDS by Alan Cohen With the advent of the Internet and Facebook, I’ve had lots of people from my past find me and reach out to connect; some from as far back as elementary school, high school, and college. Some of these people were my best friends at the time. It was exciting to hear from them again, and in most cases, we had a lengthy phone talk or lunch date. Part of me thought we might rekindle our friendship. Although in all cases, after our initial meeting, we didn’t have much more to 16
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talk about. Most of our conversation was reminiscing. After that, the interaction ran out of gas. We hugged, wished each other well, said, “Let’s keep in touch,” and we went our separate ways, never, or rarely to connect again. Part of me felt sad that such friendships had no current life. Then I saw a quote by Miguel de Cervantes, author of the beloved classic novel Don Quixote: “Sirs, not so fast,” said Don Quixote, “in last year’s nests there are no birds
this year.” What a fabulous, penetrating lesson! What is of the past belongs to the past. What is of the present belongs to the present. Sometimes the two overlap; often they do not. This caused me to discover a principle I call Golden Intersections. When we connect with someone, whether for a moment, a decade, or a lifetime, there is a purpose to that meeting. A Course in Miracles tells us that there is no such thing as a random encounter; every person we meet is sent to us by Spirit
for a purpose. Our job is to discover and extract the gift in that meeting and use it. No connection is outside our destiny of good. All relationships exist for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Reason relationships might occur via a crossing of paths for a meaningful moment. A conversation in an elevator, a hearty laugh with a waitress, or one date with a person you do not see again, are never an accident; they all have a purpose. Season relationships go on for months or years: a romantic relationship, a strong friendship, or a close connection with a coworker belong to you for a length of time. Then, like all seasons, the interlude comes to an end, and gives way to something new. Lifetime relationships are usually with family members, or a dear friend. They run deep, and run the gamut of activities and emotions.
our love affair, and come together for life if I had handled the situation better. Thirty-five years later a friend of mine in Maui invited me to an intimate dinner party at his home in a remote tiny mountain town. “I want you to meet my friend Eddie,” he told me. I was shocked to discover that this Eddie was Laurie’s brother! When our conversation came around to Laurie, I admitted I felt bad about our breakup. “No need,” Eddie told me. “If you saw the life Laurie has chosen, you wouldn’t miss her. Her lifestyle, and the choices she has made are worlds away from what you’re doing.” Then he told me about Laurie’s volatility and scarred relationships. Still I gave him my email to pass along to his sister, so I could at least say hello after all these years. Laurie never connected. Now I realize that ending the relationship, even for what seemed foolish or immature reasons, was the way it had to be. It had a delightful
purpose when it existed, but when that purpose had been served, there was no reason for it to continue. As we step into spring, the season of renewal, we have an opportunity to let the past go, and allow new life to fill us. If you and I can just have faith that what belongs to us will stay with us, and if something served us in the past, it doesn’t necessarily belong to us in the present, we would forever shine in the now. Last year’s birds built their nests, and both the parents and the chicks have flown on to a new life. When we stay as light as birds in the glorious now, we too fly on to our highest destiny. Alan Cohen is the author of the bestselling A Course in Miracles Made Easy: Mastering the Journey from Fear to Love. For more information about Alan’s books and videos, free daily inspirational quotes, online courses, and weekly radio show, visit alancohen.com.
No matter how long your relationship lasts, there is a gift in it. Sometimes that gift comes through love, fun, and joy. Sometimes it comes through hardship and challenge. Do not write off difficult interactions as a mistake or a waste of time. In some cases, the gifts they bestow are more transformational than easy relationships. A Course in Miracles tells us that it takes great spiritual maturity to recognize that all events, encounters, and relationships are helpful. I used to romanticize the past by wondering if I had made a mistake by not getting together with some past girlfriends when I had the chance to. I second guessed myself for leaving, or not cultivating relationships that could have turned out to be soulmate connections. Then something truly uncanny happened: In every case, some unexpected event showed up to demonstrate to me that there was a good reason those relationships did not endure. For example, my first love was my high school girlfriend Laurie in New Jersey. I was constantly high on love for months, until we had a stormy breakup when I went off to college, and I never saw Laurie again. I often wondered if we might have continued
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BEFORE THE DAY BEGINS by Jim Kaminecki There are many benefits of exercise that are widely known. It’s not simply something that benefits the physical body, although that is certainly the case. A consistent routine also has benefits for emotional and psychological wellbeing. We are spiritual beings having a physical experience, and the body is the temple from which all that experience flows. Once they decide to engage in physical exercise, people have a whole world of options – weights, yoga, running, Pilates, swimming, martial 18
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arts, walking, cycling, team sports, and tennis, to name a few. As you were reading the above, did you tell yourself that none of those options were for you? You may have one or more reasons for believing this is the case. However, be assured that it is never too late to start, or begin again. There’s always some type of activity that will be a good fit, regardless of where you’re at today. Qi Gong is an energy practice which combines breath work, movement, and meditation. As a Chinese martial
art, Qi Gong has a history which goes back 4000 years, and is actually the precursor to Tai Chi. Tai Chi traces its origins back about 3000 years to the Zhou Dynasty. Both are low-intensity physical exercise that can be done by any age group, in almost any physical condition. A good teacher is ideal, until at least a foundation is built. However, if that is not an option, due to circumstances, there are other choices. No equipment or gym membership is needed. So, simple online instruction and some space indoors or outdoors will suffice as long as the desire to learn is there.
As a practice, it is not widely known in the United States as it is in Asia. However, the Mayo Clinic says over 2.5 million Americans now use Qi Gong and Tai Chi to improve health. Ba Duan Jin is a Qi Gong exercise that I practice, and have taught at a number of BMSE conferences. Translated to English it means ‘Eight Pieces of Brocade.’ The form I teach is through my Shaolin practice, and has more than eight movements. Here are the health benefits of some of those movements based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). 1. Two hands reach up to the heavens – feet firmly planted, and arms extended up with fingers interlocking and palms facing the sky. This movement will help promote blood circulation and expand the lungs. The result is that you can take deeper breaths and inhale more oxygen. Oxygen exchange increases Qi, and it will strengthen the body. 2. Drawing the bow to shoot the hawk - feet firmly planted in horse stance, when facing left, pushing out with the left hand and drawing back the right arm, then alternating sides. The movement focuses on regulation of Qi in the body, with a special focus on the lungs and liver. It also expands the rib cage, increases the elasticity in the shoulders and neck, along with increasing blood flow through these areas.
strong bones and store Qi. A weak waist leaves the body susceptible to disease and sickness. During the movement, it’s important that the arms and legs come into contact, as there is a connection between the heart and kidneys (heart – kidney intersection method) in traditional Chinese medicine.
later in the day. Also, by doing so in the morning, you have: • Begun your day with accomplishment, no matter what happens throughout the rest of it. • Invested time in yourself, and engaged in something just for you.
5. Lifting heels and bouncing seven times - hands behind back, lifting on toes and dropping on heels. This movement is designed to heal and help prevent disease. It does not do this on its own, but as part of the entire process (the complete form). It accomplishes this mostly through activating the Du Mai, which sends signals through the spinal cord to stimulate other important organs in the body.
• Given your metabolism a kickstart which will last throughout the day
Regardless of the personal choice you make in exercise, incorporating that activity into your morning routine is the best possible time. We all have busy lives, with many demands placed on us, and a number of which come at us completely by surprise. By getting your 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or one hour completed during the morning, you are sure to avoid those extra demands
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• Awakened with activity instead of artificial stimulants like coffee, tea, or pop. Finding a physical activity to add to your daily routine will enhance this experience we call life. Whether you choose Qi Gong or some other form of exercise, consider incorporating it into your morning routine – before the day begins.
Jim Kaminecki is a holistic health and wellness advocate; a lifelong learner; a sand volleyball, swimming, and skiing enthusiast; an amateur photographer; a career, investment, and business consultant; a music aficionado; a Shaolin Kung Fu, Qi Gong, and Tai Chi practitioner, and occasional instructor.
3. Wise owl gazes backward - feet firmly planted, hand behind head and lower back, turning 180 degrees. This movement is designed to counter the five damages and seven injuries that are part of traditional Chinese medicine. It focuses on the spinal cord, where the body’s yang energy flows. It also focuses on the arms, circulation, and activating the meridians in the arms 4. Two hands press the Earth - bend at the waist, hands holding feet while exhaling. This movement is to help strengthen the kidneys and waist. The kidneys are responsible for CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY MAGAZINE.COM
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Monday, April 3 AKASHIC RECORDS CONSULTING WITH SANDY PASSMORE - Time: 2-6 pm. Consulting with your Akashic Records & Life Energy guarantees clarity, relief and practical guidance. Business & Personal. Private sessions. Every Monday. Location: Quest Book Store, 306 Geneva Rd., Wheaton, IL. 630-728-9126.
TAROT READINGS by VINCE 10:30 am – 5:00 pm, $75 & $150 At Blue Feather 19 W. Harris Ave. La Grange, IL 60525 www.bluefeatherforyou.com 708-352-8481. Saturday - Sunday, April 1-2 & Sunday, April 9
Sunday, April 2 & Sunday, April 23 PROTECTING YOURSELF FROM NEGATIVE ENERGY & ATTACKS: 1-2;30 pm. Clear and protect your energy field and personal space. Receive information on grounding and shielding. Two-Class Series. $45. www.journeytowholeness.org. 708-634-3664.
TRANSFORMATION THROUGH DREAMS (3 Class Series): Saturday April 1st, Sunday April 2nd, and Sunday April 9th. 3-5 pm. Explore the depths of your subconscious through dreams. 3-class series includes a dream journal and a personal dream analysis. $80. www.journeytowholeness.org 708-634-3664.
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www.DivineCreativeSynergy.com 312-391-8740. Saturday, April 8 AUDIOPHARMACOLOGY® GONG & SOUND MEDITATION 2-3:30 pm. Deeply relax and let the vibrations of the Gong open the flow of energy. $25. www. journeytowholeness.org 708-634-3664. CHICAGO IANDS, support/study/ resource forum for near-death, outof-body, & spiritual experiences, losses. Guest Speaker: VINCENT GENNA, “The Real Deal”...World Renown Psychic Medium and Spiritual Teacher. Frank Auditorium in Evanston Hospital. 2-5 pm. Free covered parking. Suggested donation $20. For more info: http: www.chicagoiands.org 847-251-5758. WHAT ARE YOU HUNGRY FOR? Discover nutritional approaches & selfcare applications for everyday living. 9-10:30 am. $20. 1525 E. 53rd Street, Chicago, IL. www.empoweringwellness360.com 312-566-7671. WHAT IS QIGONG: 11:30 am 12:30 pm. Qigong is a form of gentle exercise to heal and increase overall health. Learn the benefits of this ancient form of healing. $20. www.journeytowholeness.or 708-634-3664. Sunday, April 9 CRYSTAL SINGING BOWLS HEALING SOUND IMMERSION facilitated by Diamond. Relax and rejuvenate with the healing sounds of crystal singing bowls! from 6-7:30 pm at Evolve in Crystal Lake, IL. Bring a cushioned mat, pillow, or blanket to lie on. No late entry permitted once event begins, so please allow ample time for travel and parking. Doors open around 5:30 pm. Cost is $20 in advance or $25 day of event, space permitting. For questions, or to prepay and reserve your space, visit us on online at www. evolveforinnerpeace.com, OR call Evolve at 815-444-9905.
MEET THE “B.E.M.E.R.” FREE, 1-2:30 pm, Experience the BEMER. Free 8-minute sessions. Garrett Wellness, 3020 N. Kimball, Chicago, 60618. www.EFT-Tom/com Tom: 708-955-3634. YOGA NIDRA: 1-2:30 pm. Travel through levels of thought to a state of mindfulness, stillness, and insight to reduce tension, anxiety and stress. $25. www.journeytowholeness.org 708-634-3664. Sunday, April 9 – Sunday, May 7 BEGINNERS YOGA WORKSHOP: 9-10 am. 4-week introduction to learning the fundamentals of Yoga. $45 for 4 Class Series. www.journeytowholeness.org 708-634-3664. Monday, April 10 HEALTH & WELLNESS WORKSHOP, Three topics. Protect yourself from negative energy. Experience EFT. Free 8-minute PEMF (Bio-ElectronicMagnetic Energy) therapy sessions. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central, Evanston, IL, 60201. 847-475-1500. Two workshops: 1-3 pm and 4-6 pm. $25. CE’s available. www.EFT-Tom.com Tom @ 708-955-3634. Tuesday, April 11 GUIDED MEDITATION WITH THERESA PUSKAR: Manifesting Your Heart’s Desire Meditation. 7-8 pm. $10. Experiencing that which you desire in the present is a powerful and delicious exercise. In this meditation, you will be guided to open to experiencing all that you desire. Doing so builds a path towards manifesting that into reality! Registration is required for each class. Location: Spiritual Learning Center, Westmont. Details available when registering. Call 312-786-0077, or send an email requesting the Westmont address to SpiritualLearningCenter@gmail. com www.SpiritualLearningCenter. com FREE PARKING. Saturday, April 15 FREE HEALTH & WELLNESS WORKSHOP - Three topics. Protect yourself from negative energy.
Experience EFT. Free 8-minute PEMF (Bio-Electronic-Magnetic Energy) therapy sessions. Vital Wellness Center, 108 Valley Drive, Elburn, 60119. 630-365-9887, 10 am - 1 pm. CE’s available. www.EFT-Tom.com Tom, 708-955-3634. FULL MOON MANIFESTATION CEREMONY 7-9 pm Cost: $30. The Full Moon is the best time to release anything that no longer serves your highest good. On this night I will create a bridge to assist you in releasing old habits, worries, stresses, negative thoughts, patterns and relationships. In order to facilitate this process, we will enter the Akashic Records as a group. This process provides the space for you to co-create with GOD and manifest what you desire. Location: Chicago, IL. Register: www.attractingyourlife.com 708860-7204. GOLD ROSE FOR CHANGE: OWNING YOUR ROCKSTAR STATUS - Learn how to live life limitless and overcome your inner critic. 9-10:30 am. $20. 1525 E. 53rd Street, Chicago, IL. www. empoweringwellness360.com 312-566-7671. INTUITIVE HEALING SESSIONS WITH ANNA ANTHONY – 10 am - 5 pm. Anna utilizes a variety of healing modalities all combined in one transformative session! Anna’s sessions focus on clearing your energy field with channeled healing energy, as well as increasing your selfawareness and intuitive capabilities. Her session includes use of energetic healing wands, Reiki treatment, Crystal healing, and intuitive reading. Call in advance to reserve a spot. Location: Evolve, 54 N. Williams Street, Crystal Lake, IL 815-444-9905. Saturday April 15, 22, and 29 REIKI 1, 2, 3 PRACTITIONER COURSE - 9 am - 2 pm. Hosted by Oasis Wellness Center. Course Cost: $350. Students will learn and receive the following listed items: The history of Reiki, which is a beautiful CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY MAGAZINE.COM
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advance to reserve a spot. Location: Rivers Edge Crystals, 303 N. 2nd Street, St. Charles, IL 630-549-0521. Saturday, April 22 4 CONNECTIONS OF IMAGINEERING: Acquire tools to help align your vision and bring it to life. 9-10:30 am. $20. www. empoweringwellness360.com 1525 E. 53rd Street, Chicago, IL 312-566-7671.
thinking can interfere. In this meditation, you will be taken on a journey that will support a greater sense of balance, peace and wellbeing within you. Registration is required. Location: Spiritual Learning Center, Westmont. Details available when registering. Call 312-786-0077, or send an email requesting the Westmont address to SpiritualLearningCenter@gmail. com www.SpiritualLearningCenter. com FREE PARKING.
INFINITY FOUNDATION PRESENTS EBEN ALEXANDER, bestselling author of Proof of Heaven, LIVE workshop, Accessing Infinite Oneness. Register www.InfinityFoundation. org 847-831-8828.
Friday, April 28 Sunday, April 30 29th ANNUAL NATIONAL DREAM HOTLINE SCHOOL OF METAPHYSICS. Free Dream Interpretation. We teach individuals how to become the Creators of their lives! Come and join us by having one of your dreams interpreted by teachers and students from the School of Metaphysics. Interpreting and applying your dreams will give you answers from your inner mind that will transform your life! Please call to learn more about your dreams and our classes. More information can be found on the website: www.som.org, or by phone: 773-427-0155. Saturday, April 29 19TH ANNUAL WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY. Time: 10 am- 12 pm. Tai Chi (Tai Ji) and Qigong teachers will lead participants in their respective styles. Cost: Free. No experience is required! Location: Theosophical Society in America, at 1926 N. Main Street, Wheaton, IL. Festivities will continue in the afternoon at Creekside Park in Winfield from 1-4 pm hosted by The Light Heart Center for the Healing Arts, 0S165 Church St., Winfield, IL. For information visit www. TheLightHeartCenter.org or call 630-260-1084.
SPRING OPEN HOUSE @ INSIGHT AWARENESS - Time: 11 am - 4 pm. 20% Off ALL Retail Rock Gem & Jewelry Show w/Moksha Imports Trunk Show w/The Secret Door Meet ’n Greet our Practitioners & Teachers. FREE Lectures. Location: Insight Awareness 18110 Martin Ave., Homewood, IL www.InsightAwareness.com 708-957-1284. Sunday, April 23 EGYPTIAN BELLY DANCE CLASS. Time: 10 am. $7. This class is a combination of fun, fitness and sensuality. Every Sunday. Location: Washington Park Fieldhouse Dance Studio, 5531 S. King Dr., Chicago, IL. www.Khalidah.com 773-677-5305. MAKSHA IMPORTS ROCK SHOW 11 am - 4 pm & TAROT READINGS by VINCE 11 am - 4:30 pm at Blue Feather, 19 W. Harris Ave. La Grange IL 60525. www. bluefeatherforyou.com 708-3528481. Wednesday, April 26 GUIDED MEDITATION WITH THERESA PUSKAR: Health & Wellbeing Meditation. 7-8 pm. $10. Our bodies have a natural rhythm that aligns with perfect health. Unfortunately, daily stressors, toxic environments and negative
ROMULO IS HERE FROM PERU! OFFERING PERUVIAN KARPAY CEREMONY - 7-9 pm at Blue Feather, 19 W. Harris Ave. La Grange IL 60525. $50 www. bluefeatherforyou.com 708-352-8481.
SPRING VISION BOARD WORKSHOP: 11 am - 3 pm. Vision boards sell your ideas to yourself, anchors your dreams, and allows manifestation to work in your life. $90 (all materials included). www.journeytowholeness.org 708-634-3664. WELCOME HOME FUNDRAISER FOR THE FLOWERING HEART CENTER 7-10 pm. Come join us for a night of entertainment, connection, and dance! Enjoy the energy and gifts of the Youth Community through guided meditation, soulful music, live comedy, and divine Oneness Blessings. Snacks will be provided. We will also be raffling off valuable healing services and original artwork created by community members! Regular tickets: $50, Student Price (21 & under): $20. For more info, visit: www.FloweringHeartCenter.com Sunday, April 30 CANNABIS FOR HEALTH & WELLNESS: 1-2:30 pm. Explore the medical benefits of this healing plant. $25. www.journeytowholeness.org 708-634-3664. CRYSTAL GRIDS, ARRAYS, & MANDALAS: 3-4:30 pm. Use Crystals for energy work and discover ways to layout stones for health and manifestation. Bring stones or use the ones supplied. $30. www. journeytowholeness.org 708-634-3664. HEART CENTERED LIVING: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm. Obtain tools to help you see the beauty in your heart and wisdom it is providing to live your best life. $20. www.journeytowholeness. org 708-634-3664.
JOURNEYS TO THE OTHER SIDE WITH SUSAN WISEHART Experience group guided journeys to meet your spirit guides, loved ones and past lives. Highland Park, IL. www.Infinityfoundation.org 847-831-8828. PIONEER OF THE NEW PARADIGM: A Tribute to the Work of Ervin Laszlo from 12-5 pm at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. This is the premiere of the PBS film, Life of a Modern Day Genius, Ervin Laszlo, hear cutting edge presentations by Ervin Laszlo, Larry Dossey, Jude Currivan, Emanuel Kuntzelman, Allan Leslie Combs, Louis Kauffman, Chris Laszlo & Alexander Laszlo. Register online at www.globalpurposemovement.com/ gather or email cvisk@greenheart.org Tickets $40 online; $50 at the door. Doors open at 11:30 am. Location: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL. 60614 ROMULO IS OFFERING PRIVATE PERUVIAN HEALING SESSIONS 11 am - 4 pm at Blue Feather, 19 W. Harris Ave. La Grange IL 60525. $150. www.bluefeatherforyou.com 708-352-8481. SEVEN STEPS TO LIVING YOUR LIFE’S PURPOSE - How to Tap into Your Highest Self and Discover What Your Life’s Really About! 7-9 pm $30. Do you constantly have a nagging feeling that you are meant for more in this life? Do you sense that a deeper calling is beckoning you, yet you just can’t pinpoint what it is? Believe it or not, the answers all lie within you, you just need to access them. In this notto-be-missed seminar, inspirational audiobook writer, producer, and
trainer, Theresa Puskar, will take you on the path to discovering who you really are, and what you’re meant to be doing in this life. Through powerful experiential exercises, she will assist you in unraveling the confusion in your mind that is preventing you from cultivating your greatest talents, and manifesting your lifelong dreams! (Free link to portal opening downloadable audio meditation for all attendees). Registration is required. Location: Spiritual Learning Center, Westmont. Details available when registering. Call 312786-0077, or send an email requesting the Westmont address to SpiritualLearningCenter@gmail. com www.SpiritualLearningCenter. com FREE PARKING. Saturday-Sunday, May 6-7 THE SEVEN NUSTAS ~ RECEIVING, ANCHORING AND DEEPENING THE SACRED FEMININE EARTH ENERGIES with Q’ero Don Mariano. Location: Theosophical Society in America, 1926 N Main St, Wheaton, IL. $395. www.whispering-stones. com christinepateros@gmail.com 708-602-7511. Saturday, May 13 MOTHER’S DAY RETREAT Grandmother/mother/daughter dynamic day retreat! Each participant will receive eight healing services: chakra healing, acupuncture, massage, reflexology, crystal healing, henna, psychic medium, aromatherapy. Limited to 8 pairs of women. West Bend, WI.; mindsoulandself@yahoo. com; https://mindsoulandself. com/mothers-day-retreat-2017/. Registration: 608-393-7353.
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CERTIFIED LIFE EMPOWERMENT COACH THE MANDALA COACH SUSAN LORAINE BARKER. I teach you how to heal physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Holistic Health, Hypnotherapy, NLP. Heal your Relationship with yourself and others, with food, fatigue, and illness, with stress and transition, with aging and menopause. www.the mandalacoach.com. 847-566-5884.
CLAIRVOYANT READER SAVA WOLF is a gifted Clairvoyant, Reiki Master, and Distance Energy Healer specializing in Aura Readings, Chakra Clearing, Psychic Readings, Karmic & Past Life Readings, Relationship Dynamics, Women’s Energy Readings, & Women’s Energy Healing. Appointments available via Skype or Phone. savawolf22@gmail.com www.hyperimperium healingarts.com. 786-408-0697.
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS SNOWFLAKE HEALING offers Books, Crystals, Incense, Essential Oils, Classes, Psychic Readings, Energy Healing, Ritual Supplies, and Handmade Intention Candles for your needs. Come Learn and Grow with Us. Find us on Facebook. 153 Market St. Willow Springs, IL 60480. 708-330-5346.
ENERGY HEALING ADVANCED SPIRITUAL ENERGY HEALING - Sessions are Divinely guided for the most clarity, direction, and healing. We work from your unique Divine plan to assist you on your evolutionary path. Physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels. 20 years’ experience. I would love to help you. Call Susan for more information/appointment at 312-335-0053. CAROL SWANSON LLC - Medical Intuitive & Wellness Consultant Specializing in the Release of Chronic Health Issues. Intuitive Health Analysis and Treatment Protocol. Deep Meridian Clearing releases the Energetic Blockages/Trauma supporting your illness. Clients worldwide. Serving Humans and their companion animals. www.carol-swanson.com, carol.swanson@att.net. 608-359-4720. DIVINE CREATIVE SYNERGYDiann Squiers, CRMP, CRMT, CA. Reiki, Aromatherapy sessions available with appointment. Free Phone consultation before first visit. Also offering weekly morning meditations, workshops, etc. Location: Divine Creative Synergy, 707 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL. www. DivineCreativeSynergy.com 312-391-8740. ENLIGHTENED BALANCE CHAKRA SPA offers energy work every day by appointment or walk-in. Call or check out our website for today’s offerings. 30 N. Williams St. Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. www.EnlightenedBalance.com. 815-307-1180. JOHREI is a preventative and complementary therapy to balance our Mind, Body, and Spirit by harnessing the Divine, Spiritual Light. Johrei sessions
are a holistic means of attaining true health and spiritual growth. Visit www.johreichicago.org. Chicagoland contacts: Joe Jarnol 773-465-9014, Tom Wenc 815-886-4337. NAN ACTIPES, Certified Master Practitioner of Yuen Method, Balances Body, Mind, and Spirit on 6 levels. For Information call 312-802-6244.
RECONNECTIVE ENERGY HEALING. Receive the healing the Universe planned for you and evolve into your best self. Your location, mine, or distance. Visit www.Reconnective Chicago.com 224-388-4494. SNOWFLAKE HEALING READERS: Pam (Wednesday and Saturday); Michael Whitcomb (Friday and Sunday); RoseWolf (Wednesday and Thursday); Marc Victor by appointment. 153 Market St., Willow Springs, IL. 708-330-5346.
SHANNON CHADA – HOLISTIC SPIRITUAL PRACTITIONER, Certified Reiki Master and Teacher, Earth Energy Practitioner, Chakra Balancing, Yoga Instructor, Massage Therapist, Non-denominational Legally Ordained Minister, Sacred Ceremony Facilitator, Young Living Essential Oil Educator and Distributor, Spiritual Doula and Crystal Healer. Offers, mind, body and spirit nourishment. We face blockages, and I provide tools that help with daily affirmations, healing, and opening of possibilities that may be preconceived as impossible. You can contact Shannon by email fullcircle harmony@comcast.net or by phone 630-969-1134. www.fullcircle harmony.com.
ENERGY MEDICINE CAROL SWANSON LLC Medical Intuitive & Wellness Consultant Specializing in the Release of Chronic Health Issues. Intuitive Health Analysis and Treatment Protocol. Deep Meridian Clearing releases the Energetic Blockages/Trauma supporting your illness. Clients worldwide. Serving Humans and their companion animals. www.carol-swanson.com, carol.swanson@att.net, 608 359-4720.
FAIRS & EXPOS ENLIGHTENED BALANCE is a Spiritual Boutique, Rock Shop, & Chakra Spa hosting a Psychic Holistic Fair and Artist Trunk Show April 11th and 12th, at 30 N. Williams St. Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. www.Enlightened Balance.com. 815-307-1180.
HOLISTIC HEALING OPTIONS CAROL SWANSON LLC, Medical Intuitive & Wellness Consultant. Are you sick and tired of not getting the answers you need to heal? Release the root of your Chronic Health Issue NOW! Comprehensive Reading & Meridian Energy Healing to restore Health. Home of ‘Everyday Miracles;’ Serving Humans and the Pets they love! www.carol-swanson.com., or email: carol.swanson@att.net. Cell: 608-359-4720.
HOLISTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY NANCY GING, LCSW. Since 1981, in private practice as a fullspectrum holistic psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, EMDR and energy healer for individuals and couples, and Medicare provider. Also an author, columnist, poet and teacher. www.nancyging. com, 630-323-5402.
HYPNOSIS ADVANCED HYPNOTISM by award-winning, Board Certified Diplomate of the National Guild of Hypnotists. Specializing in difficult cases, including medical hypnosis and weight control. Get our Free Report to learn more. Take control of your life with the power of your mind. For information go to www. CSGiles.org, or call 630-668-1141.
INTUITIVE COUNSELOR MIJA BRADFORD - Attracting Your Life (www.attractingyourlife.com) Intuitive counselor; coaches clients in all aspects of life through the Akashic Records and Law of Attracting (LOA). An Akashic Record consultation can be extremely valuable. It’s the Soul’s very essence and expression, potentials, and purposes which can be revealed. MIJA is also Master Reiki Practitioner providing energy healing to release emotional and spiritual distortions. (708) 860-7204.
INTUITIVE HEALTH & SUCCESS ADVISOR SUSAN CURRY (INTERIORWERX) Expand health and happiness by raising your vibration to its highest potential. InteriorWerx clears emotional energetic abnormalities at the root of dis-ease, anxiety, pain, sadness, allergies, recurring physical injury... This natural modality provides optimum health for body and mind with proven results. Free 15-minute consultation (schedule at www.InteriorWerx.com). 312-479-7893.
INTUITIVE READER ALESSANDRA GILIOLI, M.F.A. MEDIUM/HEALER, VISIONARY ARTIST, SPIRITUAL COACH specializing in connecting to higher guides, frequencies, emotional healing and more! Unlocking human potential. Available for private sessions, workshops and retreats. www.alessandragilioli.com
BRUCE & CONNIE COMPTON COMMUNITY OF LIGHT - Buffalo, MO. Intuitive insights for spiritual transformation. Health, Past Life, and Guide Readings. In person, phone, or Skype. readings@ centurytel.net. 417-345-2472. HEATHER FAUN BASL - INTUITIVE *HEALER* MEDIUM - Akashic Records, Card Readings, Energy Healing, Psychic work, Intuitive Counsel, Mentoring, and Connecting Loved Ones. heather@graceangels. com. www.graceangels.com. 630-210-8688.
LIFE COACHING YOUR EMPOWERED LIFE BEGINS WITH NEW THOUGHT LEADER LORI DANIEL FALK, the perfect blend of science and spirituality. Her angelic wisdom, epigenetic healing art, and spiritual life coaching enable you to consciously create the life of your dreams. www.wisdomoftheangels.com. 608-630-8246.
MEDIUM PATTY HORTON @ INNER EYE CONNECTIONS - Medium, Trance Medium & Spiritual Teacher. Patty has spent a lifetime developing her own unique gift of Mediumship, and teaches from a place of experience gained over the last 35 years. www.innereyeconnections.com. 630-417-7130
MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER MICHAEL APPLEGATE IS A NATIONALLY RENOWNED MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, professional development trainer, and author of Dysfunctional Community Hospital, The Prescriptions for Impeccable Customer Service! and Please Stop the Violence! Need a motivational teacher, workshops or future-changing books? Visit www. MichaelAApplegate.com, or contact: “The Energizer” at 773-326-8195.
NUMEROLOGY MARY HERTER has a gift and passion for helping others. Her powerful intuition, coupled with tarot and numerology, increase her ability to help her clients realize their true life purpose. She uses tarot cards, numbers, and her psychic gifts to answer questions about careers and relationships, and to see what the day, month and year have in store. Contact her via her website at: www.maryherter.com.
PAST LIFE REGRESSION SUSAN WISEHART, LMFT, 25 years licensed therapist. Past/Between Lives regressions. Trained by Brian Weiss and Michael Newton. Des Plaines/Mundelein. www. susanwisehart.com. 847-438-7878. CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY MAGAZINE.COM
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HYPNOTHERAPY, HEALTH COUNSELING AND ENERGY WORK Linda Tinson - MPH, APN/ CNP, ACCHT, CRT - I am a boardcertified, advanced practice nurse specializing in primary/chronic disease care, and health promotion. I am certified as an advanced clinical “Heart-Centered” hypnotherapist. I am trained in Subtle Energy, and certified in Reiki, Pranic Healing Energy, and RoHun Therapy. Heart Chrysallis, LLC. www.heartchrysallis.com. 312-402-5019. OFFICIATE: WEDDINGS & OTHER TRANSITIONAL EVENTS - Ordained non-denominational minister officiates at transitional events (weddings, baptisms, funerals, birth rites, etc.). For further information on personally-tailored, magical, and intimate experiences, contact Theresa Puskar. www.theresapuskar.com. 630-272-1805.
PSYCHICS A PSYCHIC MEDIUM & SPIRITUAL COACH, June uses her intuition and spirituality to support others in their personal growth with teaching the importance of personal empowerment. June has been teaching psychic development for over 50 years. www.thegatheringlighthouse.org. 26 N. Park Ave. Lombard, IL 60148. 630-785-6541. DAVED BECK PSYCHIC MEDIUM Certified Life Coach and Published Author. Daved was voted, registered, and published #9 Top Psychic Medium in the United States, and Top 50 in the World. He supports his clients by being a conduit for Spirit in bringing messages of LOVE forth. www.davedbeck. com. 312-307-1929. ENLIGHTENED BALANCE CHAKRA SPA offers psychic readings everyday by appointment or walk-in. Call or check out our website for today’s offerings. 30 N. Williams St. Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. www.Enlightened Balance.com 815-307-1180. PSYCHIC - RoseWolf - Shamanic Counselor, Reader, Teacher, Healer, Psychic Medium. Bringing together messages from your spirits and guides, the tarot and shamanic principles, Rose finds the answers to the questions that haunt you most. www. secondsightrose.com. Business phone: 312-869-2410. PSYCHIC READINGS BY KATARINA. With over 13 years’ experience I am able to tune in to your energy and provide details on all aspects of life such as love and career. www.Chicagolandpsychic. com Astrology Boutique: 14344 S. Lagrange Rd, Orland Park, IL. Call today! 708-645-4342. 28
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THIRD EYE CONSULTANT. Charlotte Grant, Spiritual Life Coach & Master Energy Healer. Psychic, Palm, Tarot & Crystal Readings. Chakra & Reiki Therapy. Reunite Lovers & Stop Divorce. Remove Negativity. www.ThirdEyeConsultant.com . Call Now for Free Evaluation: 708-540-3393.
RENT SPACE TREATMENT ROOM FOR RENT. Beautiful Tranquil Setting. Downtown Homewood. Full or Parttime opportunities available. Call Insight Awareness: 708-957-1284.
SCHOOLS & LEARNING CENTERS JOURNEY TO WHOLENESS CENTER offers Yoga, Dance, Workshops, Massage, Life Coaches, Counselors, Intuitive Readers, and a Bookstore. Call or visit us: 9501 S. New England Ave, Oak Lawn, IL. www.journeytowholeness.org. 708-634-3664. THE GATHERING LIGHTHOUSE is an educational non-profit center, dedicated to teaching individuals’ selfempowerment; personal strength and leadership skills to use in all aspects of life. This is accomplished through programs, seminars, classes, individual coaching and counseling, focused on empowerment and growth of the individual. www.thegatheringlighthouse.org. 26 N. Park Ave. Lombard, Il 60148. 630-785-6541. THE SPIRITUAL LEARNING CENTER (SLC) is here to offer you the opportunity to study with likeminded people in an emotionally safe environment. SLC strives to provide learning opportunities based on expansive concepts that challenge and amplify mainstream knowledge and experience. We offer the chance to learn about things that you may have always been curious about, but haven’t known where to go for answers. To check our classes, please go to our website: www.SpiritualLearning Center.com, or call 312-786-0077. Location information: Spiritual Learning Center, Westmont. Details available when registering. Call, or send an email requesting the Westmont address to Spiritual LearningCenter@gmail.com.
SHAMANISM RHONDA DAY-KOOY, SHAMANIC HEALER. CROSS-CULTURAL TEACHER, HEALER, AND READER. Offering wisdom workshops, private sessions, & so much more! www. bluefeatherforyou.com 708-352-8481. RODRIGO DUQUE, SHAMANIC HEALER – TEACHER. Shamanic Healing Sessions, Intuitive Readings, Journeying, Healing Circles, Ceremonies, Classes & Workshops. Batavia, IL. www. HealingArtsMetaphysical.com. 630-937-4094.
SPA SPA LA VIE IS AN ORGANIC SKIN SPA located in Wasco, next to St. Charles. We offer facials, body treatments, airbrush tanning, and massage. Our organic oils are custom blended, and we carry a full line of organic and natural products for your body and skin. Spa La Vie Organic Skin Spa, 40W484 Route 64, Wasco, IL 60183. www.SpaLaVie.info, 630-485-2788.
TAI CHI/QIGONG PAUL L. HANNAH MD Master/ Teacher/Holistic Healer Fu Style Tai Ji and BaQua Zhang and Spiritual Qi Qong. provides individualized teaching to awaken, align one’s innate radiant health, unconditional love and martial applications. www. hannahsholistichealing.com 877-893-3349. TAI CHI/QIGONG. Unique system designed to improve health and mental clarity. Performed sitting or standing. Very affordable. Special needs and seniors welcome. For further information, call Dr. Dave: 773-769-3588.
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[WISDOM OF THE ANGELS]
YOU, YOUR PETS AND YOUR SACRED CONTRACTS
The Connections Go on Well Beyond This Lifetime… by Lori Daniel Falk
Our beloved pets are so much more than just furry little friends. The bond we share with them is deep and profound. Their unconditional love and lack of ego, enables our relationship with them to often run deeper than that of our human loved ones and friends. While we spend countless time caring for their physical needs, grooming and feeding them, they are continually soothing our souls, and easing the stress of our daily lives. Scientific studies show that people who live with pets often live longer, healthier lives. The “sacred contracts” we have with our beloved pet companions are some of the most significant relationships we experience in our lives. When we take a closer look at these 30
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“contracts,” we can see that in many ways we are each other’s spiritual caretakers. It is said that our pet’s soul has been drawn to us in order to benefit from our level of consciousness. Yet, in truth, we have much to learn from our animal friends. These pets are at times referred to as “familiars,” a deep soul connection beyond measure. The caveat to all of this is that through the normal course of life, our pets will only be with us a relatively short period of time. Most of us at some point will experience the loss of our beloved fur babies. It’s been said that the loss of a pet is as significant to the pet owner as the loss of a child. As the primary caregiver throughout their entire life, even in our
pet’s “old age,” we are caring for them much the same as we would a human child. The grieving experience in turn, can actually be more intense than the loss of a parent, or other human loved ones. So how do we navigate such deep gut-wrenching loss? Contemporary Mystic Matt Kahn tells us that death infers change; it infers a sense of dying. The scary part is that it is nonnegotiable change. It is irreversible. It is final. It cannot be undone. Yet if we think of dying as a process, it is really just a transformation. Yes, the form is changing from a being of physical matter, and it returns to the light as spiritual matter. While there is a change in their physical being, the consciousness is the same. So in reality we don’t actually have to interpret this change as a form of loss. It goes without saying that we will grieve the loss of their physical presence in our day-to-day lives. Their absence will be palpable. Sometimes we will wonder who we are without them, or how we can possibly go on. Yet as we grow and expand as a result of the grieving process, we are actually transforming our relationship with loss. If we look closely, we begin to see that just because life is changing, it doesn’t mean that life is lost. In fact, the reality is that we can still maintain our relationship with our loved one, even though the form they now take is different than it was when we met. Think of it this way; in the old third dimensional consciousness, we would say goodbye, and move on. In this new fifth dimensional paradigm in which we now live, we can find closure by reestablishing the relationship in consciousness, just with a different form. So, rather than grieving and saying goodbye, consider instead inviting them to connect with you in a new spiritual way. Say hello to communicating with them on a higher plane, in more intuitive ways. Let me explain by giving you a peek into the sacred world that existed between myself, and my beloved Tallie Ann, whom I recently lost after 14+ magnificent years together. The grieving was nothing short of gut-wrenching. Yet when I opened up to the possibility of connecting with her in this new, more conscious way, not only did the real healing begin, my life began to take on new meaning. I felt myself growing, and my consciousness expanding in the most incredible ways.
loving companion whom I am grateful to share my home with. Shortly after that I began to see blue orbs bouncing about once in a while. I didn’t think much of it at first, as I often see Archangel Michael as a blue orb when I’m working with clients. Then I realized this was happening randomly in my life; and not while I was working. I began reading a book on the afterlife of pets, and there was an entire chapter on orbs that went on to describe the meanings of the colors our pets choose to appear as. I knew instantly why Tallie had chosen the color blue. She was offering me courage and strength, and most of all FAITH. A few days later I was out and about, and I saw a license plate that said “Bluebird.” It’s not even possible that this was a coincidence. Then her “father,” my husband, started singing the song, “I Wish You Love,” and chills ran up and down my spine, and tears rolled down my cheeks. I knew instantly it was Tallie’s way of connecting with him, as he is a musician, and the chorus of the song includes the verse, “I wish you bluebirds in the spring, to give your heart a song to sing.” We’d been looking for a song to use for her video tribute…we knew she had found it for us. (Check it out on my Facebook page, but only if you have a box of tissues by your side.) So, I encourage you when this time comes in your own life with your beloved pet, to explore that sacred contract between you, but even more to explore the reality that it lives on forevermore in your heart, in their spirit, and in the consciousness of all that is. Lori Daniel Falk is an Epigenetic Healing Artist, author, and Spiritual Life Coach who has been gifted with an artistic healing modality that enables her to communicate with, and share, the wisdom of the angels in both pictures and words. Her recent books, What the World Needs to Know NOW: Wisdom of the Angels, and Angelic Rx’s for Manifesting Adult Coloring Book are available on both amazon.com, and wisdomoftheangels. com. Her new line of greeting cards is currently being test marketed by Blue Mountain Arts.
As soon as I could come up for air, I asked my “daughter” to connect with me; to give me signs; to let me know she was OK. In fact, I told her that I needed another dog ASAP, as I could barely breathe in such an energetically empty home. Within hours of my request, a friend of mine offered me one of her beautiful Golden Retrievers, an 11-year-old girl named Maisy. I immediately said yes, as I knew it was Tallie’s answer to my prayer, and the healing has been nothing short of miraculous. While no one will ever replace my baby girl, Maisy is a CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY MAGAZINE.COM
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The Health Benefits of
INFRARED
TECHNOLOGY by Janet Thompson
Sweating is a great way to burn calories and rid your body of unwanted toxins. But how do you sweat when you’re injured, or unable to exercise? An infrared sauna! Why is an infrared sauna superior to the traditional steam saunas? Because it heats the core of your body. Sweating in an infrared sauna helps your body release a number of toxins, including heavy metals like mercury and lead, and environmental chemicals. The benefits don’t stop there; infrared saunas can also assist in weight loss, relaxation, relieve arthritic and joint pain, increase circulation, and purify your skin – all at the same time!
DETOXIFICATION When compared to traditional Swedish saunas, infrared saunas allow you to eliminate about seven times more toxins . . . SEVEN TIMES MORE! Frequent heat exposure from sauna use throughout the week is associated with a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, according to a first-of-its-kind study by researchers at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF). The findings were published in the December 2016 issue of the journal Age and Ageing.
RELAXATION Infrared sauna therapy promotes relaxation by helping to balance your body’s level of cortisol, your body’s primary stress hormone. The heat generated by the sauna will also help to relax muscles and relieve tension throughout the body, allowing you to relax.
PAIN RELIEF If you suffer from muscle aches or joint pain, infrared saunas can relieve this form of inflammation by increasing circulation, among other benefits.
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your body will burn more calories, resulting in weight loss. An article, titled Effect of Sweating, in the Journal of the American Medical Association concluded that a 30-minute infrared sauna session could burn up to 600 calories.
IMPROVED CIRCULATION As the heat from infrared saunas increases your core body temperature, your circulation will increase along with it. Consistent infrared sauna sessions can stimulate blood flow, improve muscle recovery, and decrease pain and inflammation after intense exercise.
SKIN PURIFICATION Infrared sauna technology can help purify your skin by eliminating toxins from your pores and increasing circulation, resulting in clearer, softer, and healthier-looking skin.
INFRARED LEVELS Infrared sauna treatments may be available at different levels: near, middle, and far. These different levels represent the different sizes in infrared wavelengths, and refer to the intensity of the treatment. • Near-infrared levels are best for wound healing, and increased immune function. • Middle-infrared levels are ideal for increasing circulation, and promoting muscle relaxation. • Far-infrared levels are used primarily for detoxification purposes
WEIGHT LOSS
If you’re interested in trying out an infrared sauna, give us a call! Our infrared sauna has all three (near, middle, and far) infrared technology, so you get the full health benefits available, in addition to the privacy of your own room with a shower.
The heat generated by an infrared sauna will cause your core temperature to increase, which can also lead to an increased heart rate; the same increase in heart rate that you experience when exercising. When your body has to work harder to lower your core temperature, or keep up with an increased heart rate,
Janet Thompson is the Owner/Esthetician of Spa La Vie Organic Skin Spa, located at 40W484 Rt. 64, Wasco, IL. 630485-2788. SpaLaVie.info. Janet loves helping people achieve their skin care goals – the natural way.
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[ORGANIC GARDENING]
LESS IS MORE by Sue Odland Birds are singing, tulips are in bloom, the garden is ready to be worked. However, many people find themselves as busy as springtime rabbits at this time of year. For gardeners short on time or energy, explore the Stout method of no-work gardening this season. This ingenious technique was developed in the 1940’s by Ruth Stout, an aging, amateur gardener, who had grown tired of the strain and hard labor associated with traditional gardening, i.e., plowing, cultivating soil, weeding, feeding, spraying pesticides, and watering. Stout’s revolutionary idea for a casual, organic approach to gardening is still used by gardeners today, with the same remarkable results. Stout formulated the concept of maintaining a consistent, eight-inch deep level of homemade mulch on the entire garden at all times. This deep mulch suppresses weeds, feeds the soil, and keeps precious moisture in the ground, eliminating the need to water, weed, spray, or feed. Gardeners simply toss on another layer of mulch as needed. The mulch can consist of any matter that decays or rots including; hay or straw, leaves, grass clippings, pine needles, newspaper, bark, sawdust, and non-protein food scraps. Stout believed that even a compost pile was too much additional work, encouraging gardeners to throw their kitchen scraps directly onto the mulch to create a fine, organic planting soil.
TO CREATE A LAZY DAY STOUT GARDEN: • Choose a sunny area for the garden. The ground can be covered with weeds, grass, or sod. Place a two-inch thick layer of newspaper and/or cardboard over the desired area. Spray it lightly with water to hold it in place. To finish creating the mulch, cover the cardboard/paper layer with a combination of six inches of weed-free straw, hay, shredded leaves, grass clippings, pine needles, or bark. Purchase bales of straw at the local home improvement or garden store. This deep mulch will quickly eliminate the weeds or sod in only a few weeks’ time, at which point the soil will be ready for planting. • To place starter plants - simply pull back an area of mulch, make a small shallow hole or slash the ground with a hand trowel, place the plant on top of this area, then restore the mulch around the plant.
• To plant seeds – remove an area of mulch for planting the seeds in the soil. Check the seed package or go online to determine proper planting width and depth. Do not replace the thick mulch on top of the seeds. Leave the seeds open to sprout. This is the only time that the deep mulch is not used on the garden. Thin new seedlings as they grow to prevent overcrowding. When seedlings mature to the size of a small plant, return mulch around the base. However, the planting of onions or potatoes requires even less effort. Pull back mulch, and place seeds directly onto the soil; replace the deep mulch over the seeds. The seedlings will take root in the ground and grow through the mulch. After planting, sit back and enjoy your summer. Remember to maintain the eight inches of mulch as needed, as you wait for your bountiful harvest. For those ready to throw aside the rototiller, weeding tools, hoses, and hours of physical labor, consider the Ruth Stout no-work method, which continues to provide delicious homegrown produce for lazy gardeners everywhere. Among the many Ruth Stout books are: How to Have a Green Thumb Without an Aching Back: A New Method of Mulch Gardening, by Ruth Stout. The Ruth Stout No-Work Garden Book: Secrets of the Famous Year-Round Mulch Method, by Ruth Stout & Richard Clemence. Gardening Without Work: For the Aging, the Busy & the Indolent, by Ruth Stout. Sue Odland is a freelance writer and Midwestern gardener. CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY MAGAZINE.COM
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COSMIC DAILY WEATHER April 2017 by Kaye Berjot
Overview April can have you feeling like you’ve just signed up for Kaleidoscope, a social experiment in living like someone else. (trykaleidoscope.strikingly.com.) This month the rules change, grow, and expand, allowing you to feel freer, and perhaps like a newbie on your journey. With Jupiter, Venus, and Mercury retro-
Saturday, April 1 As Venus retrogrades back to 0° Aries you can’t help but be reminded of life’s lessons. Buried messages could make their way back to you, causing you to be on high alert. This newly uncovered information isn’t meant to force you into any unnecessary action. It’s only uncovered so that you can breathe a sigh of relief.
grade this month, things are bound to get interesting. Chiron, the wounded healer, along with the North Node, play a critical role in this month’s awakening. The Sun in Tau rus gives us the determination to supersede our wildest expectations. This month we actually clean out the proverbial closet, without anyone telling us to do so. In April, we do the work with a tenaciousness that has even our staunchest critics providing a round of applause. The Full Moon in Libra, and the New Moon in Taurus have us breaking and making new habits that lead us on a path to liberty. When we untangle our own webs, what we end up having is silk.
Sunday, April 2 As the Moon leaves Gemini, it opposes Saturn in Sagittarius. The emotional ties that bound you to your former self are visible. Just remember that they are visible in the rear-view mirror. Hindsight is in fact 20/20. Moon VoC 9:43 AM until 1:28 PM in Cancer.
*Please see the end of the month for information about the Moon Void of Course (VoC)*
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Saturn. Unconscious fears are there for a reason, and that’s most likely due to you not being ready or equipped with enough knowledge to address them. Now that you have enough information, it will become easier to untie yourself from the knot. Once you do that, you can move from a place of “why the knot” to a place of “why not?”
Tuesday, April 4 The Cardinal Grand Cross has Jupiter, the Moon, Pluto, Uranus, Mercury, and the Sun involved in a conversation. This is a moment when you start speaking differently to your most captive audience, you. If you treat yourself with nurturing respect, then others will do the same. Moon VoC 3:46 PM until 5:14 PM in Leo.
Wednesday, April 5 As a retrograde Venus inches her way towards Chiron, the wounded healer, pay attention to energy that resonates. Whatever that sensation feels like, remember it, because it’s the feeling of intuition. Saturn retrograde starts today.
Thursday, April 6 Oh, snap! When the Moon positively aspects the Sun and Uranus today you get an electromagnetic pulse that has you in supercharge growth mode. The ability to understand what radiates from you, and what comes from others’ actions is your super power today. Moon VoC 7:17 PM until 11:20 PM in Virgo.
Friday, April 7 With a grand trine, the Moon hanging out with the North Node, and a retrograde Saturn, who could ask for more? Are you supposed to learn about other people’s free will during this lifetime, or are you supposed to pay attention to the power of your own free will?
Remember, it begins with one; one action; one cause; one source.
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As the Moon makes its way through Virgo, we all have a better understanding of what our “ritual de lo habitual” (daily ritual) is supposed to look like. In case you missed the memo, it’s supposed to look like the future, and we are only supposed to learn from the past, not repeat it.
Sunday, April 9 Become a willing participant in your transformation today. Pluto, the change-maker is not trying to drag you along on this journey up the mountain. (S)He’s trying to bring you to a place of what’s happening now. Mercury is retrograde. Moon VoC 3:22 AM until 7:35 PM in Libra.
Monday, April 10 When you’re able to compartmentalize your emotions in order to gain clarity, count your blessings, because this means that although there is dust, you can at least see where the dust is coming from. Investing in yourself doesn’t mean that you are not investing in others, even if it feels like it to you and them. Make sure that guilt doesn’t disguise itself as a form of love.
Tuesday, April 11 As the Moon meets up with Jupiter retrograde in Libra, you reach a high point. It’s not the transformation of others you’ve found; it’s your own transformation. Sit in that revelation for a moment. Embrace it; love it; own it; and then breathe. Full Moon 1:08 AM in Libra. Moon VoC 1:19 AM until 5:42 PM in Scorpio.
Wednesday, April 12 When two water signs connect, it can be emotional. That’s what today is all
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about; when the Moon and Neptune connect in Scorpio and Pisces. Wash away all doubts; you’ve made some difficult decisions, yet they’ve been the right ones to make.
Thursday, April 13 When you cross chasms it sometimes hurts. It’s like the chest tightens up so much that you feel you can barely breathe; yet with every step you remove one more barrier; you accomplish one more goal; and you get an even closer view of the possibilities. Take note of this, as retrograde Venus, Chiron, Uranus, and the Sun conjunct in Pisces and Aries. Moon VoC 11:18 PM until tomorrow morning.
Friday, April 14 Venus and Chiron can’t get any closer than they are today. As you cleanse your pain points, make sure to find a clearer path. It takes a lot of courage to go over old wounds, yet you are traveling on the path. The next time you encounter
this road, you will be able to walk on by. Moon VoC ends 5:27 AM in Sagittarius.
Saturday, April 15 The Sun and Uranus in Aries are teaming up today. It’s a new day; it’s a new dawn; it’s a new life for you. Jupiter in Libra offers freedom. Pluto in Capricorn offers change. Stand in that light as rebellious as it might seem, yet stand in it.
Sunday, April 16 As Mercury backs into the Sun and Uranus, you hear an echo of knowledge that sounds familiar. There is something to be said about accepting guidance when it feels right. Moon VoC 1:27 PM until 6:05 PM in Capricorn.
Tuesday, April 18 Do your best to ground your energies today. There is an electric undercurrent that could have you a bit frazzled. Do your best to remain in control of your emotions, and put your fears at bay.
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As Mercury retraces its steps it meets up with the Sun in Aries. There is a gigantic spotlight on you, or at least that’s how it appears. What’s being evaluated is your ability to lead the conversation; therefore, lead with confidence. It’s how you demonstrate your value to the community. Moon VoC 4:56 AM until 5:51 AM in Aquarius.
Chiron and Venus are once again nestled together. As they engage in conversation with Mars, and indirectly with Pluto, you
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Saturday, April 22 Mars in Gemini is about to blaze a trail. You might feel like you’re the talk of the town, which could make you feel uncomfortable, although you secretly love all of this attention.
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Today you might feel a little emotional. It’s because you’ve accomplished something monumental in your life. You’ve weeded your own garden, and have made room for new things to bloom. Bravo. Moon VoC 4:34 PM until 7:32 PM in Aries.
The Moon meets up with Mars and positively aspects Chiron, the wounded healer. You are single-handedly teaching people how to overcome their obstacles. You’re doing this by showing rather than telling. It’s difficult to know if they are paying attention, yet you realize that pushing past the borders of your own boundaries is what motivates you, not the accolades from others.
Monday, April 24 With the Moon in Aries squaring Saturn, your emotions are under control, and you find yourself speaking with newfound authority. There is no need to force others to see your light, because they already see it. This has been a long time coming. Be thankful today.
Tuesday, April 25 With the Sun in Taurus, you have an unwavering commitment to achieve your goals. If at any point in time, you questioned your ability to do the proverbial work, today proves that you have what it takes to succeed, even under enormous amounts of pressure. Things won’t always be this easy, yet they won’t always be as difficult either. Moon VoC 4:53 PM until 8:56 PM in Taurus.
Saturday, April 29 Venus is at 0° Aries today. It’s easy for people to say “love yourself first,” or “have faith in the process,” yet there is no internal manual that lets you know when you’ve achieved those principles. Well, the way you feel today could be an indication of how it feels to really value yourself through all of your pain. Moon VoC 4:28 PM until 8:48 PM in Cancer.
Sunday, April 30 You end the month with the North Node at 0° Virgo, and Venus at 0° Aries. As you look over the past month and evaluate the high points, as well as the
less than stellar moments, ask yourself what changed? Was it the outcome that changed, or was it the expectation?
The Moon Void of Course (VoC) is the time period from when the Moon makes its last aspect in one sign before moving into the next sign. The Moon is the fastest-moving planet, and transitions from one sign into the next every 1-3 days. What that means is that the Moon is constantly in motion, it’s never retrograde, so it’s inevitable that she will connect with “something,” i.e. another planet or transit, until the moment that she doesn’t. During the moments when she doesn’t connect, we call it the Moon Void of Course. When these events occur, the best thing to do is to meditate, sit still, and listen to your higher guidance. Sitting still doesn’t mean to physically sit still, although it can be beneficial.
Kaye Berjot is an Astrological Coach and Mentor who has studied astrology for over two decades. Her focus is Chiron, the wounded healer. Visit askkaye.com to read blog posts, request readings, consultations and interviews.
Wednesday, April 26 The New Moon in Taurus has you feeling determined to chart new waters, and pave new paths. Discovering new facets of yourself gives you the sense that you are walking in another person’s shoes. Enjoy the newness. New Moon at 7:16 AM.
Thursday, April 27 Mercury and Uranus come face to face today. If you feel a little mentally confused, or if your speech seems erratic, don’t be concerned; it’s because you’re really excited about the things that are ahead of you. Moon VoC 8:17 PM until 8:39 PM in Gemini. CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY MAGAZINE.COM
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In Print Reviews by Kayla Hancock
The Ride, the Rose, and the Resurrection - A True Story about Crisis, Faith, and Survival by David Charles Stieler (iUniverse, $22.95, Paperback) This memoir tells the story of a hit-and-run accident that forever changed the lives of David Stieler and his wife, Carole. They enjoyed adventuring together on their HarleyDavidson motorcycle, until one day they were caught in a hit-and-run motorcycle crash. Their near-death experience challenged the couple on many levels, including psychological, spiritual, and financial. David shares with readers his and Carole’s story of healing, forgiveness, and in the end, resurrection.
Fully Engaged Using the Practicing Mind in Daily Life by Thomas M. Sterner (New World Library, $15.95, Paperback) After releasing his first book, The Practicing Mind, Tom Sterner traveled the world to speak about his teachings. During this time, he recorded the questions his readers asked him. This book is a response to those inquiries. Sterner explores specific techniques, and how to use them to stay engaged in life and accomplish goals. Overall, these practices help us to create more satisfaction in our lives, and minimize stresses when setting and achieving life goals.
Discovering Your Own Doctor Within by Amy E. Coleman, MD (Lulu Publishing, $12.49, Paperback) Dr. Amy E. Coleman believes that the relationship between doctor and patient is sacred. She maintains that if individuals picked their doctors based more on their intuition than their insurance plans, they would be able to find their truest form of wellness. Coleman also explains that in our society, doctors are forced to see more patients in a given time frame than is healthy for the patient/doctor relationship. When symptoms are given time to reveal themselves in an environment of trust, Coleman says that thousands of dollars could be saved. 38
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Fire of the Phoenix Initiation Transform Your Life with the Ancient Spiritual Wisdom of India, Australia, and Peru by Tanya S. Lenz (Findhorn Press, $15.99, Paperback) This guidebook retells a series of initiatory adventures from around the world. Tanya S. Lenz explores the lower world of death in India, dreams and dreaming in Australia, and spirits in Peru. She entertains readers with stories of her traveling experiences, and also shares helpful exercises for those undergoing personal transformation.
The Dance of the Dissident Daughter - A Woman’s Journey from Christian Tradition to the Sacred Feminine by Sue Monk Kidd (HarperOne, $17.99, Paperback) Sue Monk Kidd considered herself to be an average Christian woman—at least, that is, until she experienced a spiritual awakening in the late 1980s. In this book, she shares her challenges, fears, and successes that she experienced while delving into the divine feminine spirituality. Kidd’s story inspires readers to evolve to a new level of consciousness that can help women find their way back to wholeness.
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Trouble at Plantasy Land (Adventures of The Rootlets) (Vol. 2) by Vicki Marquez (The Rootlets, $12.99, Paperback) This children’s book takes place in Plantasy Land, where the amusement rides and surprises are abundant. The Rootlets arrive at the park only to find that something is not right…someone is destroying the park! The Rootlets are then challenged to trust their super rootabilities to help save their favorite place in the world.
Kayla Hancock is 23 years old, and is humbled to be able to work for Conscious Community Magazine. She is a certified Deeksha blessing giver and Reiki Practitioner who loves to dance, practice yoga, and make vegan goodies. Kayla also enjoys working with her angels.
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