February 2017 - Conscious Community Magazine

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Dedicated to Elevating Consciousness

LEARNING TO

LOVE CHANGE FOLLOWING THE SIGNS TO

LIVING IN FULL CIRCLE HARMONY

LIVING WELL

HEALING WITH

HIMALAYAN SALT February 2017

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Contents

AMERICA’S OLDEST SPIRITUAL AND METAPHYSICAL MAGAZINE

FEATURES 10 INTERVIEW: TIM BRADLEY

OF THE SALT ESCAPE

Healing with Himalayan Salt

by Anna Anthony

DEPARTMENTS

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06 PUBLISHER’S LETTER

Kasia Szumal

08 COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

February 2017

12 ALL ABOUT TOWN

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SnowFlake Healing

by Theresa Puskar

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14 FROM THE HEART

Raise the Bar on Love

by Alan Cohen

16 EMBRACING CHANGE

Learning to Love Change

by Angel Carlton

18 LIVING WELL

Following the Signs to Living Well

by Rebecca Rosen 4

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Dedicated to Elevating Consciousness

30 LIVING IN FULL CIRCLE HARMONY

Earthing Your Energies

by Shannon Chada

(Formerly The Monthly Aspectarian) PUBLISHER

KASIA SZUMAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

REBECCA BALOGH

32 THE SHARED HEART

Feeling All of Our Feelings

by Joyce and Barry Vissell

EDITORS

JULIE ROBERTS SUSAN PLUTO SPECIAL EVENT COORDINATOR

34 COSMIC DAILY WEATHER: IN-DEPTH

ASTROLOGY PERSPECTIVES

February 2017

by Kaye Berjot

LORI KUMSKIS JEN HEINE

MEDIA COORDINATOR

KAYLA HANCOCK

GRAPHIC DESIGNER/WEBMASTER

JODY LEVITAN

ADVERTISING INQUIRIES

CONNECTIONS 20 THE PULSE CALENDAR

February 2017 Events, Happenings and

Announcements of Interest

26 LIGHTWORKERS

CLASSIFIED DIRECTORY

Resources for Better Living

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

THE MAGIC OF SELF-LOVE A

loha! First of all, I want to let you know that Conscious Community magazine is stronger than ever, and we have a few new team members. Our new Circulation Manager is Rebecca Balogh, who will be assisting me with managing the magazine. Also, I want to introduce you to Lori Kumskis and Jen Heine, who will help us with organizing Conscious Community events, as well as selling advertising space.

These ladies are volcanoes of ideas and energy who can move and shift everything!

Welcome ladies!

Are you a mover and a shaker? Are you an organized self-starter?

Do you have a desire to help out? If so, please call us at 847-966-1110.

February is the month of love, because of February 14th, Valentine’s Day! I think Valentine’s Day should be all year round, every day. Love creates us and it is all around us. Do you feel it?

KASIA SZUMAL PUBLISHER

The true love starts from loving yourself, and it doesn’t depend on having a boyfriend or husband. My true self-love practice starts with me, connecting with my physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. My favorite self-love practices are: stretching myself and feeling my whole body expanding, drinking a glass of lemon water right after I stretched, taking yoga class, getting a massage, writing a gratitude letter to myself with all the aspects that I love about myself, or reading an inspirational book. I also like going to the mirror and saying aloud: “I love you, Kasia, and you are perfect the way you are. I am love.” When I do some of my self-love practices, I feel connected to my higher self, I am grounded, and I feel inspired and radiant!

I strongly believe that you need to truly love yourself in order to love others. There is no way around this. Also, I believe in the Law of Attraction, and that you attract not what you want, but who you are.

I really encourage you to find time for yourself, because you are worth it and every part of your body is made from love! You are love!

Do whatever makes you feel good, relax, smile, and be vibrant!

Be gentle to yourself, and stop comparing yourself to other people. You are a unique human being. You are one of a kind!

In this issue, we have a few articles about what love is, self-love practices, connecting to your self and your needs to live up to your full potential, and have a harmonious happy life! Enjoy it!

The Best, Kasia Szumal

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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

Third Eye Consultant Charlotte Grant is Chicago’s premiere Spiritual Life Coach & Master Energy Healer Over 20 yrs. experience in helping clients worldwide with her powerful gifts, accurate insights, and transformational energy work. Private and discreet services.

Specializing in: • Intuitive Sessions, Holistic Life Coaching • Crystal, Reiki, & Chakra Healing • Reuniting Lovers, Restoring Relationships • Removal of Negative Forces, Blockages • Wellness Programs for Mind, Body, & Spirit • Palmistry, Tarot Cards, & Crystal Ball Readings • Available for Parties & Events!

Live Your Best Life Now! For more information, and to book an appointment with Charlotte Grant, visit her official website at www.ThirdEyeConsultant.com or call 708-540-3393.

Basic Aromatherapy and Essential Oils with Shannon Chada, Holistic Practitioner

Saturday, February 18 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Learn how to incorporate essential oils into your lifestyle or profession.

In this experiential class, you will learn about the best essential oils to enhance your intentions, relieve day-to-day tensions, rejuvenate the senses, uplift the spirit, and maintain a healthy outlook on life. We will cover how to customize and use essential oils safely; focusing on learning the holistic values of the most popular essential oils, and how they can maintain healthy structure function of the body and its energy. This class is beneficial for learning how to use essential oils in your personal life, with friends, family, and/or to incorporate in your professional practice. This fun, hands-on workshop is designed to teach you everything you want to know about using Essential Oils.

Participants will create their own Essential Oil Spritzer in a glass bottle to take home. This class is open to the public and professionals. This class is approved by the NCBTMB, and qualifies for 6 CEUs. This is a prerequisite for taking Raindrop Technique class offered the next day. $150.00 Location: Soderworld Wellness Center & Academy 16 W. 501 Nielson Ln, Willowbrook, IL 60527 Register: www.soderworldwellness.com 630-969-1134

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Breathwork Journey with Jenelle

Saturday, February 25 6:00-9:00 PM Breathwork is a tool for transformation, and a potent and empowering reminder of our own inner teachers.

Connect to your higher self through consistent breathing, and access altered states of consciousness.

In this trance-like state, we open our subconscious mind, and are free to explore what comes up, free to express what needs to be RELEASED, and to unite wholeheartedly to our divine nature.

Participants are guided to follow their intuition and breath to connect deeply with their inner wisdom; often receiving clarity, connection, joy, and a deeper understanding of their path. This experiential workshop includes: •

Breath education and techniques

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Intentions setting and connection

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Breathwork Journey with guided visualization, music, scent, and touch to create a sensory experience

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Final art processing and integration

Spiritual Awakenings Expo hosted by Inner Eye Connections Sunday, March 26 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM Mixin Mingle I am honored to be hosting a beautiful group of Mediums, Psychics, Intuitives & Healers. On this day, we will open the door to serve the public as we each take this opportunity to spread our wings and do the work of our own soul’s light. I invite you to join these very talented people as they give you guidance on a soul’s level.

We will be offering a day of Readings, Healings, Shopping, and a Live Mediumship Demonstration with two of Chicago’s finest Mediums: Patty Horton & June May Kortum.

Admission into the expo is free, and tickets for the demo are available at http://www.innereyeconnections.com/ spiritual-awakenings-expo Location: 124 Cass St., Woodstock IL 60098 630-417-7130

Cost: $45 / Memberships: $50 Preregister / $55 Day of Location: Sat Nam Yoga 1304 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago, IL 60607 https://www.facebook.com/events/737455606404511/ Email: jthurston084@gmail.com

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[INTERVIEW]

TIM BRADLEY OF THE SALT ESCAPE Healing with Himalayan Salt

by Anna Anthony Anna Anthony: Tim, what were you doing before you opened The Salt Escape, and what inspired you to get into this business?

Tim Bradley: I am a retired fire Captain with the Aurora Fire Department. I had 32 years’ total in the fire service, and it was the best job ever! I became interested in salt therapy after my first visit to a salt cave. I immediately felt the difference. Days after, I noticed my joints and body felt better also. My lungs had opened up and breathing was very easy. I was hooked from that point on.

AA: It sounds like you did some very extensive research before starting this business. Did you discover any “Ultimate” salt caves in the world that you hope to visit someday?

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TB: I was fascinated by the various international salt caves and salt producing facilities. I’ve researched them for two and a half years. What really sticks out in my mind were the salt caves in Poland. They are beautiful, and some of the caves actually had hospitals built above them, so they could take post-surgical patients, and patients with respiratory issues into the cave to heal. I thought that was amazing!

AA: Downtown Batavia seems to be experiencing a large influx of metaphysical & healing-based businesses. Why do you think this area is experiencing this?

TB: I believe that holistic wellness is making a huge presence in all of our lives. From yoga, meditation, and healing crystals, to essential oils and other wellness centers, Batavia seems to attract

this positive vibe. These businesses are well-received and taken advantage of, to help heal the body and mind. Many people are seeking relief from medications that have negative effects. People seem to be returning to treatments that date back thousands of years. It’s very gratifying when you see what a positive effect you can have on a person’s wellness and peace of mind.

AA: Why is it specifically Himalayan salt that is considered to have healing properties, and what are the benefits of a salt cave visit?

TB: Himalayan salt dates back 230 million years. It’s one of the purest of minerals on the planet, as it wasn’t subjected to pollutants and contaminants we currently deal with. It contains 84 minerals that are all present in our body plasma. It also contains the same natural vibration as the primal ocean and our bodies. That’s why our body knows what to do with the salt when it’s absorbed or ingested. Normal table salt is an actual toxin to our bodies, and is treated as such. Living salts that have not been processed, baked, bleached, or had chemicals added to them to make them non-clumping are all known to be good for our system.

AA: Where did you get all of your salt?! Also, the 12-foot tall mural of Cleopatra is stunning! What is her significance in your business?

AA: What unique events can we expect to be held at The Salt Escape in the future, and what is your long-term vision for the location?

TB: We are already scheduling meditation, yoga, breathing, wellness, drumming sessions, and intuitive readings and paintings. When the weather warms up, we intend to have outdoor furniture, so that when you arrive early for your salt cave session, you can sit outside and enjoy downtown Batavia, the river and wildlife, with a nice glass of tea or lemonade. We hope this will get you in the right frame of mind for your salt cave session. This business is about the entire process being stress-free; from calling or scheduling your appointment online, to walking in the door and feeling an immediate reduction in stress from your daily life. This is our journey and our goal.

The Salt Escape is located at 9 N. River St. in downtown Batavia, IL 60510, www.thesaltescape.com Call 630-708-7258.

Anna J. Anthony is the Advertising Coordinator for Conscious Community Magazine. She is passionate about collaborating with and promoting local artisans, lightworkers, and conscious business owners. Anna studies the art of tarot, the paranormal, and is curious about various forms of consciousness, and spreading light and magic to others.

TB: All of my salt originates in Pakistan in the Himalayan mountains. It was all hand-cut and laid in place by myself in a mosaic pattern. The floor is covered in food-grade salt also, to massage your feet as you enter. It is reflexology, and stimulates certain organs in the body. This is in addition to our zero-gravity NASA-inspired chairs to give you relief of the spine and hips, by taking away the gravity, and allowing the disc to hydrate. It is also anti-inflammatory, which reduces swelling in the body.

While doing countless hours of research I would often see references to Cleopatra being in salt chambers, as she thought it made her beautiful and healthy. I had her painted on my wall as a reminder how long this therapy has been around.

AA: What ailments do you most commonly find your visitors coming in for, and do you have any amazing success stories that stand out?

TB: Different people get different benefits from salt therapy.

Some get relief from various skin conditions such as eczema and acne. Others get immediate relief from sinus and lung issues. People with Cystic fibrosis and asthma get huge benefits from this salted environment. Salt therapy is also thought to balance hormonal and thyroid issues. It is known to reduce stress and help people gain focus and peacefulness. People often report sleeping better, and more soundly after salt therapy. Salt is anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and known to clean out your lungs by turning the solids that block our alveoli into a liquid state, so it can be absorbed by the body. Some people come here merely to get a good hour’s sleep, and reset their brain to help them with issues they may be struggling with.

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Left to right: Je’Niece McCullough, RoseWolf, Joe and Pam Ziolkowski, Michael and Mary Whitcomb

[ALL ABOUT TOWN]

SNOWFLAKE HEALING Willow Springs, IL January 2017

by Theresa Puskar

When you surrender and trust, the right messenger comes along – and sometimes they grace your life even when you don’t expect them to!

I recently had an opportunity to visit SnowFlake Healing in Willow Springs to further support my healing journey. In all honesty, having visited several healers in the last few months, and having gone through a great deal of emotional, spiritual, and physical healing processes, I was not too excited about visiting this newly opened shop. Was I in for a surprise! In retrospect, I can say that I am deeply grateful for the experience that I had there, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking the healing that comes from the wisdom of the ages, in a new and intimate setting!

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looked at the exterior of the shop, and as I entered, I got an instant sense that the shop would be a great success. I received a warm welcome at the door by Pam’s husband and co-proprietor, Joe Ziolkowski, and upon entering I met with several of their lightworkers and healing staff, including one of my favorite intuitive healers, RoseWolf. The energy that emanated from this magical new venue was palpable. I felt that it was supported by the most potent and mighty spiritual masters.

SnowFlake’s proprietor, Pam Ziolkowski opened the shop on October 1, 2016. One of the first questions I asked her was “Why did you call it SnowFlake?” She explained that she named it after her grandmother, Snowflake Hutchens, a very spiritually evolved woman whom she dearly loved and respected. Pam brings a lot of delicious options to the spiritual development table. She has a great deal of knowledge in world religions and their histories, having studied them for

over 20 years. Her metaphysical shop honors all traditions, and embraces a large variety of healing modalities.

“A place where people can heal and be healed.”

When I asked Pam about their mission, she responded that she desired it to be “A place where people can heal and be healed.” The shop offers a plethora of classes in a variety of traditions – Reiki, Tarot Cards, Runes readings, Kabbalah, and Tree of Life teachings, just to name a few. Classes are posted on a variety of social media, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Google Plus. They also sell a wide variety of spiritual and personal growth support products; everything from books, soy candles, herbs and essential oils, to room sprays, crystals, and stones.

I received two healing sessions at the shop – both of which were equally exceptional. The first was a Reiki treatment by Michael Whitcomb.

When I first saw Michael, I was struck by his huge effervescence, exuberance, Theresa Puskar & Michael Whitcomb passion, and zest for life. In retrospect, I wish that I had recorded our session, as he provided me with a massive amount of pertinent information.

That being said, I trust that it’s all stored in my subconscious, and that I heard and felt what I needed to. What was most remarkable was how much he covered in the short time that we were together. He was a whirlwind of healing energy, and I have no doubt that I received potent healing on many levels.

He touched on issues that my loved ones were having, and he amazed me as he spoke very directly about specific situations and issues that I was experiencing. Michael is a healing tour de force. On top of providing healing sessions, he also provides Reiki instruction at the shop. I have no doubt that his classes are as dynamic and powerful as his healing sessions are.

provided me. She spoke on everything from my career path to emotional blocks I was having. While she emphasized that some of the transitions were not going to be easy, she assured me that they would be wonderful, and more in alignment with my life’s purpose. She referenced particular callings that I have been blocking, and how I needed to act upon them in the new year.

“Be fearless. Take action! You will be helping a lot of people on their spiritual path. You are safe, and you are protected – we’ve got you. When you walk upon your aligned path, spirit supports you.” — Pam Ziolkowski I believe that life so often brings us human angels – spiritual superheroes. Pam, Michael, and the SnowFlake Healing team were just that – celestial messengers that I needed.

In several instances, both Pam and Michael touched on the same issues. This was highly affirming, and emphasized my need to listen to the whispering that our benevolent universe brings my way. As I enter into this new year, I feel truly blessed to have had the opportunity to visit places like SnowFlake Healing. I have so often been graced with wonderful healing treatments from lightworkers throughout the Chicagoland area. I look forward to gratefully and humbly heeding the life-changing advice I received from team SnowFlake, as I journey further along my blessed life’s path in the year to come.

To learn more about SnowFlake Healing and their events, visit the website: snowflakehealing.com, or call 708-330-5346.

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 technologybased 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 Heart-Centered Life. To place an order or learn more, you can visit her website at: theresapuskar.com.

My second session was a Runes Stone reading with proprietor, Pam Ziolkowski.

After my frustration with not recording Michael’s session, I was wise enough to take out my cellphone and record my session with Pam. My experience with her Theresa Puskar & Pam Ziolkowski was profound as well.

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[FROM THE HEART]

RAISE THE BAR ON LOVE

by Alan Cohen

Every February, in honor of Valentine’s Day, I explore loving relationships.

Many of us have faced challenges in relationships, and we struggle with how to create truly rewarding connections.

We search for our soulmate, wrestle with friendships, and dread going home to see our relatives. At some point, it dawns on us that “this can’t be the way I was born to live.” Then we get serious about creating relationships that work. If we’re sincere, that will happen.

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At the end of a visit to a town where I used to live, I was on my way to return a rental car. I stopped at a gas station to fill up, but couldn’t find the lever to open the gas cap, so I decided to return the car half full. Along the way, I discovered the lever, and stopped at a gas station near the rental car return. While filling up, I saw a friend of mine at the next pump. He’s a sincere, ecologicallyminded guy who has been running for county council for years, and was up for

election once again. We shared a hug and schmoozed for a few minutes. I told him, “I can’t vote for you now that I’ve moved, but if I could I would surely get behind you.” A big smile lit up his face and he answered, “That’s worth a lot of votes right there.”

As I drove away, I marveled at the synchronicity of meeting my friend. If I had found the gas cap lever at the first station, I would have missed that encoun-

ter. I like to think that the universe had set up that meeting. A deeper wisdom was behind the apparent error, leading to a moment of rewarding connection.

Life is always guiding us to the people we belong with, if we’re open to follow internal guidance and external signs.

We must not settle for less than rewarding relationships. Any form of enmity, conflict, or abuse is not life’s intention for us. We put up with pain because we believe we can’t do better, yet we can, and we will. Before we can do better, we must change our minds about what we deserve. You can always tell what you believe you deserve by what you’re getting. When you’re in pain in a relationship, the universe is sending you a wake-up call to realize that you’ve been accepting too much suffering. You must do whatever it takes to extricate yourself from sorrow and create a relationship that works. Sometimes that can be done right where you stand, and sometimes you must leave. Either way, you must find your way to higher ground.

Our tolerance for upset is too high. We must raise the bar on love.

than as an external entity. We make up stories about other people based on the stories we make up about ourselves. If you can’t find someone outside to love you, you haven’t found someone inside to love you. Loving people around you reflects your love for yourself. Unloving people represent your self-judgment.

Don’t attempt to change what you see in the mirror by rearranging the images.

Rearrange the source of the images— your mind—and the images will rearrange themselves.

A while back I had a Honda Civic to sell. I parked the car at a gas station with a sign, “$1,100.” The car sat for a long time without an inquiry. Then one night I attended a healing service by a Christian minister who took up many collections during the evening.

His solicitation was quite bold. During one basket-passing he announced, “God told me there are five people in this audience who can donate $1,000, and He wants you to give it.” Although I later learned that the preacher was a

charlatan, I was impressed by his confidence to ask for money. That night I went to sleep with the realization, I deserve to get $1,100 for that car. The next morning I was awakened early by a phone call. “I’ll give you $1,100 for your car,” a voice said. Within an hour the car was sold. Market conditions did not need to change for me to sell the car. I only needed to recognize that I deserved to sell it.

So it is with all of our relationships; they are just waiting for us to receive the love we deserve. Let this Valentine’s month be the month we let love in.

Alan Cohen is the author of the bestselling A Course in Miracles Made Easy: Mastering the Journey from Fear to Love. Become a certified professional life coach through Alan’s upcoming transformational Life Coach Training.

For more information about this program, his books and videos, free daily inspirational quotes, online courses, and weekly radio show, visit alancohen.com.

A Course in Miracles tells us that it is the destiny of all relationships to bring us joy. Sometimes the people who are the hardest to love are the ones that offer us the greatest reward, once we master the lesson the relationship is bringing us. The only purpose of relationship is to deepen our capacity to give and receive love. Everyone we don’t like is pointing us to shine light on a judgment we’re holding. When we examine that judgment, we realize it isn’t valid, and we recognize the unnecessary pain that holding the grievance is causing. Then we can let it go and be free. The relationship has served us well. Helen Schucman, Ph.D., author of the Course said, “The holiest of all the spots on earth is where an ancient hatred has become a present love.”

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[EMBRACING CHANGE]

LEARNING TO LOVE CHANGE

by Angel Carlton

We embrace “opportunities” but reject change. Change is merely an opportunity we have yet to discover, and is simply our higher self, reminding us to live our magnificence, to create a life of significance. To fully embrace this truth, it’s helpful to first understand the reasons behind the changes in our lives and the struggles we have to endure. Let’s become aware of how change is generated in our lives, so that we may learn to embrace its meaning, and take from it the lessons of love that change delivers.

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the world, in our lives, and in the lives of everyone around us.

But how well are we coping with these changes? Just take a look at the news; the violence, stress, and anger all around us, locally and globally. According to one study, 45% of society is living under “extreme stress!” That’s nearly half of your circle of friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors who are on the brink of a breakdown. Surely this is an indication that we desperately need a way to adapt to our changing world, and sooner than later! It’s time we begin to see these changes as opportunities to gain a better understanding, to learn from them, and utilize the lessons so that we become a better and stronger society. Let’s no longer look at ourselves as helpless victims in an increasingly destructive world. Instead, let’s stand up, be

strong, and move forward as drivers of change and generators of positivity, in the hope of changing the focus of the lens through which we view the world.

W H AT G E N E R AT E S C H A N G E ?

Understanding how change is generated will help you get to the core of the purpose, lesson, or gift each change or circumstance delivers. There are three ways to best describe how change occurs within our lives: from Happenstance, through Intention, and

by Default. The primary key to embarking on the path to positive change is recognizing which category each one falls into.

The first generator of change, Happenstance, is when change just seems to happen, be it negative or positive. Some people grow and evolve without even being aware of the changes that are causing their growth. Some of them seem to have the “Midas touch,” where everything they touch turns to gold.

They flow through life, happy-go-lucky, with a positive attitude about everything. Then there are some people who seem to have bad luck—who simply can’t get a break, and forever find themselves in a rut. So, while we’re all creating our own experiences, some people know it, and others walk through life completely clueless about this amazing power we all possess.

The next type of change is deliberate Intention. People who change this way are determined to seek ways to improve their lives, and strive daily for a more fulfilled life. These are the individuals who have realized there is more to life than going to work, making money, sleeping, and eating. They realize there’s a greater vision, and as a result of change, they’ve had a glimpse of life’s truer purpose many times through the eyes of change. This glimpse has sometimes been referred to as a “spiritual awakening.” When this occurs, it’s like the healthiest obsession one could possibly imagine. Everything in life becomes a quest to conquer more of that same feeling of clarity, truth, and meaning.

Finally, change is also generated by Default. These people usually have an unexpected experience or traumatic event that forces them to wake up and see life through a different lens.

They grow because they have to. For example, the death of a loved one will often force people into a life change. It’s understandably not a pleasant experience, but those who discover a healthy coping mechanism will move through these unhappy times, and be emotionally stronger on the other side.

These are what promote change in our lives…Happenstance, Intention, and Default, and when we Embrace change (HIDE is the acronym), life truly does become an adventure. There’s really no reason to “hide” from change any longer. Change is what gives us the ultimate human experience. Become a master of change, and your life will become a masterpiece.

Angel Carlton is the author of Staying Afloat During Tides of Change: How to Navigate the 6 Stages of Transformation, and Founder of Power Up People! Inc. (poweruppeople.net). She is a public speaker and transformation facilitator for individuals, companies, and organizations.

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[LIVING WELL]

FOLLOWING THE SIGNS TO LIVING WELL

by Rebecca Rosen

I’ve been a professional spiritual medium; a channel between the living and the dead, for over two decades. Your departed loved ones, spirit guides, and angels surround you everywhere, EVERY DAY. They’re always with you, available to offer you comfort, peace, and validation that love never dies, and they want you to know that your struggles have a purpose, that you’re not alone.

I may have “super powers,” as my husband calls it, and I may be in a “woo-woo” line of work, yet I also have many struggles and challenges: at work, at home, with friendships, relationships, etc. I, too, have questions, and seek clarity, direction, 18

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and reassurance. I rely on the same support system to guide me, and give me answers about my own life.

I recently left for a business trip to L.A., after having our six kids the past week, along with a full work week. My energy was scattered and frenetic, as I hadn’t had any “me” time to recharge before leaving. When I arrived, everything around me was chaotic, from streets being shut down en route to my hotel, to witnessing disturbing and angry people having arguments with the hotel front desk...

I fully believe in the law of attraction, and taking full responsibil-

ity for the energy we bring to any situation or experience, so I paused and prayed; I asked God and my Guides to help me be fully accountable for whatever frenetic energy I was holding on to, and to help me fully release it. I asked for the love and light of God, and to bring divine order, and peace within and around me. I then imagined myself in a bubble of light in the palms of God’s hands.

I immediately got a hint that after checking into my hotel room, I should go for a long walk, to ground and clear my energy, so I did. The minute I stepped outside and headed down Sunset Blvd., a license plate with the numbers 444 went by. Before I had a chance to smile and thank my Angels (444 means the angels are with you now, according to Doreen Virtue’s book Angel Numbers 101: The Meaning of 111, 123, 444, and Other Number Sequences), another 444 drove past me! At the end of my walk, feeling totally centered and cleared, entering the hotel parking lot, I saw a license plate “INGODS” (symbol of a hand)!

Ha! Exactly what I specifically prayed for and intended! This is how our spirit team communicates with us.

This is their way to assure us that while life may be messy, it just is, and everything that happens to us serves some purpose in our spiritual growth; that we should all be grateful to have the opportunity to learn in this classroom of life, with constant reminders that our prayers are heard.

Noticing signs, and learning how the dead can help shed light, perspective, and direction in YOUR day-to-day life is the subject of my new book, What the Dead Have Taught Me About Living Well, my most personal book yet. Sharing my experiences and personal stories (sometimes very intimate), I show you how by tuning in to see, feel, and hear the Other Side I’m guided daily.

People don’t need me to connect with their deceased loved ones, guides, and angels. They just need your invitation. Once you welcome them in, they’ll begin sending you signs, and showing you information, to help you better understand and navigate your life. You can invite Spirit in with your words, or thoughts. I use meditation to open the door, as it’s an extremely important spiritual tool. It’s one way I clear negative “mind chatter,” and achieve a higher vibrational state. Repeating a mantra, or affirmation, is a powerful way to get into this state.

So, clear your “mind chatter,” send an invitation, and see what happens. The response may surprise you, and will certainly lead you to living well, with your spirit team guiding you!

Rebecca Rosen is a bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and star of Lifetime’s The Last Goodbye. Known for her accessible style and stunningly accurate ability to connect with the departed, her broad appeal and healing message have led to repeated national media appearances on The Dr. Oz Show, Dr. Phil, and others.

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INTRODUCTION TO REIKI CLASS: 11:00am to 12:00pm Learn the origin of Reiki, Reiki Principles, and how energy works in the body. $25 708-634-3664 www.journeytowholeness.org.

GUIDED MEDITATION WITH THERESA PUSKAR - See the listing for Thursday, February 2 for full details.

SELF-LOVE SATURDAY WORKSHOP REIKI ENERGETIX - 1pm to 3pm Cost $30.00. Location: 2842 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN 46321. Reserve spot; limited seating 219-951-7167.

FULL MOON CEREMONY - The Full Moon is a powerful time to release things no longer serving you and let go of the things holding you back. Location: SnowFlake Healing at 153 Market St, Willow Springs, IL Time: 7pm. 708-330-5346. www. snowflakehealing.com

GUIDED MEDITATION WITH THERESA PUSKAR Thursday, February 2, 9, 16, 23. Time: 7-8pm. Suggested Love Offering $5. “This is a precarious time on earth. The best way to bring peace to the world is to find harmony within yourself.

To do so, you must journey within. You will then gain a greater sense of who you are, and in time, you will discover that you are no longer overwhelmed by external pressures.” – Theresa Puskar.

Join us and take some time to quiet your mind, reenergize, and listen to divine guidance. The answers to all of your life’s questions lie within you. Let us help you to find them. 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.

Friday, February 3 SISTERS OF ISIS-CHANNELED ENERGY HEALING - 7:00PM Access your divine templates via Alessandra channeling Goddess Isis. $10 Location: 3553 W. Peterson Avenue Suite # 305, Chicago, IL. www.GalacticCrystalHealing.com 22

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WHAT IS QIGONG: 2:00pm to 3:00pm. Explore the benefits of this ancient gentle exercise form of healing. $15. 708-634-3664 www. journeytowholeness.org

Sunday, February 5 GONG & CRYSTAL BOWLS MEDITATION by Preston (& Emily) Klik, 4pm & 7pm, at Temple Synphorium (Evanston, IL); www.Klik.Love 773-728-2787 HEALTHY & HAPPILY DATING: 1:30pm to 2:30pm. Explore positive avenues where you can date and have a great time. $20 708-634-3664 www. journeytowholeness.org REIKI LEVEL II: Sunday February 5, 12, 19, 26 – 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Reiki 2nd Degree class certifies the practitioner in the next stage of learning. Reiki 2nd Degree students will receive two attunements and instruction $250 708634-3664 www.journeytowholeness.org

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THE FRIENDS OF ASTROLOGY If you would like to enhance and share your knowledge of astrology, ours is a group you will enjoy! 2nd Friday of the Month.

7:30 pm. Location: Midwest Plaza South 2021 Midwest Road, Oak Brook.

Monthly lecture. Donations: $8.00 for members, $10.00 for guests. visit: www. friendsofastrology.org

Saturday, February 11 CHICAGO IAND’S, support/study/ resource forum for near-death, out-ofbody, & spiritual experiences, losses. Guest Speaker: ELIZABETH ROMO - Evidential Medium, Intuitive, Spiritual teacher, Healer and Angel consultant. Frank Auditorium in Evanston Hospital. 2-5 pm. Free covered parking. Suggested donation - $20. For more info: 847.251.5758 or http: www. chicagoiands.org GETTING BACK TO LOVE: 11:00am to 12:00pm. Workshop will guide you through the importance of love, starting with love

for yourself. $20 708-634-3664. www. journeytowholeness.org HOW TO USE ORACLE CARDS: 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Learn how to work with different Oracle cards using different spreads. $20. 708-634-3664. www.journeytowholeness.org

Sunday, February 12 TRANSFORMATION THROUGH DREAMS PART II: (3 CLASS SERIES) Sunday February 12, 19, 26 - 3:00pm to 4:30pm. Delve deeper into your exploration of the Subconscious through understanding how dream language can enable us to transform and guide our lives. $80. 708-634-3664. www. journeytowholeness.org WHY YOGA: 12:00pm to 1:00pm.

Understand the lifestyle benefits of yoga, and how to incorporate yoga into your daily life. $15 708-634-3664. www. journeytowholeness.org

Monday, February 13 FREE HEALING WORKSHOP - EFT & FREE 8 MINUTE PEMF THERAPY SESSIONS, normally $35. Increased blood flow. More energy. Great business opportunity. CE’s. 5:30–7pm, FREE, Garrett Wellness, 3020 N. Kimball, Chicago. Tom 708-955-3634.

Thursday, February 16 FREE HEALING WORKSHOP. EFT & FREE 8 MINUTE PEMF THERAPY SESSIONS, normally $35. Increased blood flow. More energy. Great business opportunity. CE’s. 7-9pm, Shorewood Hypnosis, 102 W. Jefferson, Shorewood, IL 60404. 815-797-9669.

GUIDED MEDITATION WITH THERESA PUSKAR - See the listing for Thursday, February 2 for full details.

Friday, February 17 THE FRIENDS OF ASTROLOGY - If you would like to enhance and share your knowledge of astrology, ours is a group you will enjoy! 3rd Friday of the Month. 7:30pm. Location: Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox, Chicago.

Monthly lecture. Donations: $8.00 for members, $10.00 for guests. visit: www. friendsofastrology.org

Saturday, February 18 AUDIOPHARMACOLOGY® GONG & SOUND MEDITATION: 1:30pm to 3:00pm. Deeply relax and let the vibrations of the Gong open the flow of energy and create a body-mind state for healing. $25. 708-634-3664. www. journeytowholeness.org BASIC AROMATHERAPY & ESSENTIAL OILS: Shannon Chada, HMP, RYT, MT Register: www.soderworldwellness. com. 630-969-1134.

HEALING WORKSHOP. EFT & FREE 8 MINUTE PEMF THERAPY SESSIONS, normally $35. Increased blood flow. More energy. Great business opportunity. CE’s.

10am-5pm, SnowFlake Healing, 153 Market, Willow Springs, 60480. 708-3305346, $72/$55.

POWER OF FOCUS TO MANIFEST YOUR GOALS: 11:00am to 12:00pm.

What do you want to manifest in 2017?

Practical approaches to manifesting your goals using the power of focus. $25 708634-3664. www.journeytowholeness.org SACRED GEOMETRY LEVEL 1- Learn to create Crystal Grids. 11am-3pm.

Grids, combined with intention, provide a powerful set of energies that allow us to influence life’s challenges; including health, finances, romance, and more.

Healing Arts Metaphysical Center, 4 E Wilson St, Batavia, IL. 630-937-4094. www.healingartsmetaphysical.com

Sunday, February 19 LEARN THE RAINDROP TECHNIQUE WITH SHANNON CHADA. Sunday February 19th. Time: 11am-5pm. Cost: $150.00. 5 - CEU’s with NCBTMB. Instructor: Shannon Chada, HMP, RYT, MTPre-Req: Basic Aroma class 2/18/17.

Register: www.soderworldwellness. com. 630-969-1134.

a long time, but still find that you are no closer to attaining your goals, despite all of your efforts? Believe it or not, that which you desire already exists, you just need to get out of your own way! In this not-to-bemissed seminar, inspirational audio book writer, producer and trainer, Theresa Puskar will take you on the path to uncovering what you have been doing, feeling and thinking to block what is rightfully yours.

Through powerful experiential exercises, she will assist you in removing obstacles so that you can catch up to the life that is waiting for you! (Free link to portal opening downloadable audio meditation for all attendees). 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.

Thursday, February 23 GUIDED MEDITATION WITH THERESA PUSKAR - See the listing for Thursday, February 2 for full details.

REBECCA ROSEN IN CHICAGO! LIVING WELL BOOK TOUR 2017. February 23, 7pm. Tickets are: VIP $90 and $75.

Join Rebecca for an inspired evening where she reveals how you, too, can recognize and interpret messages and divine guidance from beyond as she introduces audiences to her third book, part spiritual guide and memoir– What The Dead Have Taught Me About Living Well. During this very special appearance, Rebecca will share some of the practices she uses and relies on daily to see, hear and feel the presence of the departed to help guide her life forward. You can buy tickets on Rebecca’s website: www.RebeccaRosen.com . Location: Sheraton Grand Chicago301 East North Water Street Chicago, IL.

Friday, February 24

MYSTERY OF CRYSTALS, HEALING STONES & OILS: 1:30pm to 3:00pm.

Explore what healing stones & essential oils are designed to do and how they can assist you in your everyday life $20. 708634-3664. www.journeytowholeness.org

AKASHIC RECORDS GROUP READING - Location: Kryssage Wellness 201 Cedar Ave, St. Charles, IL. 7-9 PM, $25. bring a friend free. 630-728-0126.

SEVEN STEPS TO MANIFESTING YOUR LIFE’S DREAMS. How to Turn Your Desires Into Your Reality! Sunday February, 19.

7-9pm. $30 Have you known what you have wanted to manifest in your life for

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Saturday, February 25 BREATHWORK JOURNEY WITH JENELLE - Breathwork is a transformational tool and reminder of our inner teacher.

Access altered states of consciousness to explore and express what needs to be released. Surrender and reconnect to your JOY. Trust your Journey. Location: Sat Nam Yoga,1304 W. Washington Blvd. Chicago, IL. 6-9:00pm Cost: $45 Memberships: $50 Preregister $55 Day of: https://www. facebook.com/events/737455606404511/ Email: jthurston084@gmail.com or you can call 815-814-2309.

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CHAKRA BALANCING: 12:30pm to 1:30pm: Target which Chakras are blocked and what the blockage means in the body. Reading of Chakra system, followed by mantra & meditation to balance the Chakras. $25. 708-634-3664. www.journeytowholeness.org

BODY MIND SPIRIT EXPO. March 4 & 5. Saturday: 10-7pm, Sunday: 10-6pm. $14. The exhibitors of Body Mind Spirit Expos Chicago will exhibit the latest products and services including Psychic and Spiritual Guidance, Psychic Medium, Aromatherapy Oils and Products for Skin Hair and Health care, Reflexology, Magic Mountain Products, Foot Detox Pads, Magnetic Products for Pain and Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils.

Location: Midwest Conference Center, 401 W Lake St, Northlake, IL.

MAGICKAL ARTISAN NIGHT & NEW MOON CELEBRATION - 6pm to 8:30pm.

Location: 2842 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN 46321. Suggested Love Offering $7.00.

Reiki EnergetiX. 219-951-7167.

PSYCHOMETRY AND YOUR PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP with Medium Patty Horton - The Gathering Lighthouse, Lombard from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm $125.00 to Attend Psychometry is one of many pathways to Enlightenment. http:// www.innereyeconnections.com/thegathering-lighthouse 630-417-7130.

Saturday, March 4 INTRODUCTION TO REFLEXOLOGY: 11:00am to 12:30pm. Understand reflexology and how it can help internally with anxiety and depression. Mini session included. $20. 708-634-3664. www. journeytowholeness.org INTRODUCTION TO THAI BODYWORK: 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Introduce the floor based practice of Thai Bodywork and discuss the therapeutic benefits. $15. 708-634-3664. www. journeytowholeness.org

Saturday-Sunday, February 25-26 2 DAY “EFT WITH A GUARANTEE” SEMINAR/WORKSHOP - Infinity Foundation, 1280 Old Skokie, Highland Park, 60035, $200/$185. 847-831-8828.

HOW TO DE-CLUTTER YOUR MIND. AND UNLOCK THE KEYS TO MANIFESTING YOUR HEART’S GREATEST DESIRES. Saturday, March 4th. Time: 6-7. Free lecture. Do you ever find yourself angry about the anger you feel and just won’t let go of, or frustrated with your incessant feelings of frustration? Do you get impatient with your impatience because you’re not perfect at being imperfect? We often find ourselves twisted in a world of emotional and spiritual dichotomies – created by our minds. In fact, many of us see our mind as the enemy, and the greatest obstacle to our spiritual liberation. Not so. In this illuminating program, Theresa Puskar sheds light on many of these dichotomies.

Location: Body Mind Spirit Expo: Midwest Conference Center, 401 W. Lake St, Northlake, IL.

TOP CBS RADIO PSYCHIC MEDIUM IN MINNESOTA as seen in the book TOP 50 PSYCHICS & Mediums in the U.S. Leigh Cohen Wyatt is one of the most popular and well-respected readers and life coaches in the United States. Leigh is a naturally gifted psychic, medium, and clairvoyant, and she also holds a Certification for Life Coaching. Leigh has also been featured to represent Minnesota in the book TOP 50 PSYCHICS & Mediums in the U.S. For the first time, Leigh will be at the Body Mind Spirit Expo at the Midwest Convention Center in Northlake, IL. Visit her at booth #21.

Friday-Sunday, March 17-19 WOMEN’S SPRING EQUINOX CHAKRA RETREAT - March 17 to 19 - A weekend of transformation and transcendence in a beautiful, peaceful country setting.

Intensive women’s healing weekend includes chakra healing, sound journey, intuitive readings, massage, crystal healing, yoga, tai chi, fire ceremony, much more! Southeast Wisconsin.

Contact Dr. Christina Wilke-Burbach: https://mindsoulandself.com/womenswellness-retreats/ mindsoulandself@ yahoo.com 608.393.7353.

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ART CHANNEL I CHANNEL YOUR GUIDES! Tools to unlock blocks to prosperity, abundance, love. Soul portraits. Intuitive life coaching.

Past lives, 5D soul psychology, Arcturian energies. Visit: www.

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BOOKS & METAPHYSICAL STORES CRYSTAL EARTH ROCK SHOP 1125J S. Main St., Lombard, IL. 60148 630-588-4009. www.

CrystalEarthrockshop.com.

ENLIGHTENED BALANCE is a Spiritual Boutique, Rock Shop, & Chakra Spa offering daily Readings and Energy work by Appointment or Walk-in. 30 N. Williams St. Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. www.

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JEFF VEKONY - Certified Business Coach. FocalPoint Business Coaching. As a FocalPoint Business and Executive Coach I’m focused on helping business owners and leaders improve their businesses, their careers, and their lives. Together we focus on the key areas of strategy: goal setting, improved time management, building effective work teams, increased revenues and sales, transition strategies, personal goals, enhanced leadership skills, greater work, personal life balance. 630-208-7270. www.jeffvekony.com.

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. Call Susan for more information/appointment at 312-335-0053. I would love to help you.

CERTIFIED LIFE EMPOWERMENT COACH THE MANDALA COACH SUSAN LORAINE BARKER. 847-566-5884. www.themandalacoach.com. 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.

CLAIRVOYANT READER STYX AND STONZ, 1764 W. Algonquin Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60192. 847-358-9975. www. styxstonz.com. WE’VE MOVED!

BREATHWORK BREATH RISING BY KIM RAGER - Certified Transformational Breath® Facilitator. Individual sessions, workshops and Transformational Breath® events. Transformational Breath® is a powerful self-healing technique with physical, mental and spiritual benefits. A highly effective method of connecting all levels of self into one integrated whole. Phone: (712) 490-0002.

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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. hyperimperiumhealingarts.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.

BETTY GIANNOPOULOS INTUITIVE HEALER, Certified Akashic Record Reader, Functional Health Coach, Reiki Practitioner, Emotion/Body Code Practitioner. A Clear channel, Betty facilitates the discovery, release, and healing of blocks to vibrant health, financial abundance, and emotional wellbeing. 312-498-8299, bettyg333@yahoo.com.

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. Chicagoland contacts: Joe Jarnol 773-465-9014, Tom Wenc 815-886-4337. Visit www.johreichicago.org.

NAN ACTIPES, Certified Master Practitioner of Yuen Method, Balances Body, Mind, and Spirit on 6 levels. For Information call 312-802-6244.

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 fullcircleharmony@comcast.net or by phone 630969-1134.www.fullcircleharmony.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.

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 BRUCE & CONNIE COMPTON COMMUNITY OF LIGHT - Buffalo, MO Intuitive insights for spiritual transformation. Health, Past Life and Guide Readings. In person, phone, or Skype. 417-345-2472. readings@centurytel.net.

FAIRS & EXPOS ENLIGHTENED BALANCE is a Spiritual Boutique, Rock Shop & Chakra Spa hosting a Psychic Holistic Fair and Artist Trunk Show at 30 N. Williams St. Brink Street Market Suite F, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. www.EnlightenedBalance.com. 815-3071180. February 11th and 12th.

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EARTHING YOUR ENERGIES

by Shannon Chada

We commonly hear people tell us to “Ground Ourselves!” While we may understand that this idea of grounding ourselves means to find balance, how do we actually go about the act of “grounding?”

In our human nature, we constantly seek to find this balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit. Through my own self-healing journeys, I have discovered many useful tools to be placed on my “spiritual tool belt.” An important one of these is the ability to ground one’s self.

My favorite go-to for grounding is to be in nature. Go hug a tree! Yes, I did just say that. But seriously, why not? Trees are

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beautiful masters of rooting themselves. Or maybe simply sit down with legs uncrossed and bring your feet flat to the earth.

Shoes off, yes; even better!

Another grounded master we can call on is a rock. I call these ancient ones of the earth Grandmothers or Grandfathers. They are the storytellers of Earth’s history. If you’re like me, then you may even have a few crystals in your pocket right now. Since I was a child I have treasured rock collecting. My husband says, “if our house was a boat, we would sink!” What can I say? I get it from my mother. She is a “rock woman” too!

In yoga, there are many grounding asanas (poses) which will help to balance the chakras. Malasana Pose is one of my favorites for grounding. Malasana is a deep squat that brings you in a close to the earth stance. It can be easily modified if needed by sitting on a yoga block, yoga ball, or a stool.

Before we begin, make sure your favorite essential oil is placed within reach! Some of my favorite oils for grounding are Cedarwood, Vetiver, and Idaho Balsam Fir. Now, start by standing with your legs a little wider than your hips. Turn your feet comfortably out to the side. Begin to rock to and fro on the balls and heels of your feet, as if your feet were a rocking chair. Then begin to slowly bend your knees as you rock yourself into a lower squat. Allow your tailbone to aim towards the floor, and the heels of your feet move towards the earth. If your heels lift off the ground, try and move your stance a bit wider. You may also roll the back of your yoga mat, or place a thin towel under your heels until this pose becomes a little more comfortable. Now reach for your essential oil, allow 1-3 drops to fall into the palms of your hands. Place hands together, rotate in a clockwise motion, and bring your hands in a scent tent around your nose, but without touching your face. If you wish, bring your hands to your heart in Anjali Mudra also known as prayer pose, or Namaste. As the palms of your hands press together, take a quiet moment to be in gratitude. Set your intention for earthing your energies, and as you feel this grounded awareness, let it rise up from Mother Earth through the energetic windows of your feet. Let your tailbone rest. Be here, breeeeathe, and feel the heartbeat of the earth. After a few breaths, touch your hands to the earth, and thank Ancient Mother for her unconditional love. Then once again begin to rock from heel to toe, back and forth like a duck waddles. Then slowly straighten your legs to stand.

This empowering pose encourages grounding, may improve posture, help digestion, tone the legs, improve flexibility in the hips, and allow the lower back to release tension.

Shannon Chada is a Holistic Spiritual Practitioner of Full Circle Harmony, Essential Oil Educator, Reiki Master Teacher/ Crystal healer of 15+ years, and Certified Yoga Instructor since 2006. Find her classes at Soderworld Wellness Center at FullCircleHarmony.org.

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FEELING ALL OF OUR FEELINGS

by Joyce and Barry Vissell

There are popular feelings: joy, happiness, love, and affection, to name a few… then there are unpopular feelings: anger, sadness, grief, hurt, and fear, among others. Most of us tend to hide the unpopular feelings, and instead, only feel and show the popular ones.

If we want integrity and wholeness in our lives, we must embrace all of our feelings. Picking and choosing simply won’t work. Believe me, I’ve tried it plenty, and soon I’ll tell you what happened to me.

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feelings. There are just feelings. They make us divinely human and humanly divine. It may not be necessary to express them all with others, but we need to be aware of them within ourselves. Feelings are part of our experience here on Earth. Our feelings don’t define us. As souls in our bodies, we are always more than our feelings, yet they are vital.

Joyce and I recently remembered a powerful experience I had starting out as a resident in psychiatry. I was especially fixated on only feeling…and

showing…the above-mentioned popular feelings. I was able to fool a lot of people by my appearance of unswerving peace and happiness. I was not able to fool two persons in particular.

One was Joyce; she always saw what I really felt. She saw right through my false pretense, even when I didn’t. She knew when I was angry, even though I was smiling. She knew when I was sad, even when I had no clue.

The other person I could never fool was Leo Buscaglia, the author of many books on love, and our friend while we

lived in Los Angeles during my final two years of medical school. He was not polite with me. If I wasn’t being genuine, he’d get right in my face and say, “Barry, you’re being phony right now!” I actually appreciated his candor, and felt the “tough love” in his honesty.

Unfortunately, when we moved up to Portland for my residency training, I hadn’t yet learned how to be genuine with my feelings.

Still, I remained frozen in my phony happiness. I wasn’t able to access my “unpopular” feelings.

That was about to change. Early on in my psychiatry training, the first-year residents, eleven of us and our spouses, were required to attend a five-day intensive led by Lee Fine, a masterteacher of psychodrama. I should add that the year was 1973, and a significant part of the five days would be better termed “Encounter Group.”

Finally, something broke inside me. I wasn’t strong enough to withstand the mixed barrage of love and anger. I started crying…then sobbing. I had flashes of being a little boy and not wanting my tormentors in the tough neighborhood in Brooklyn to know that I was scared and hurt. I learned to show the world how strong I was. I learned that my vulnerability couldn’t be trusted with anyone else; it was me against the world.

All of the participants became vulnerable, showed their fears, their sadness, their grief over losses in their lives. One resident went over the top in the expression of his vulnerability, and described, through his tears, coming home from school as a child and discovering his father hanging in the garage.

I showed no vulnerability, no fear, no pain. Instead, I presented myself with a smile on my face and peace in my life. Some of the residents were gentle and compassionate in their probing for my depth. Yet my smiling mask never faltered. Looking back at my level of emotional immaturity, it’s embarrassing to me now.

So, the confrontation escalated. Some of the residents were angry at my apparent resistance. Forget psychodrama; this was pure 1970s encounter group. I was sitting on the floor while all 10 residents stood above me. I felt real compassion coming from some of them.

In that moment of the workshop, I felt completely vulnerable with 10 psychiatry residents. Now they could pounce on me and finish me off; I was defenseless.

But that didn’t happen. When I opened my eyes, I saw the gentlest, most caring faces looking down at me. I saw loving fathers, mothers, siblings and friends. I

heard gentle compassion in their words.

I felt accepted…and acceptable. It was a moment of coming-out as a sensitive, vulnerable human being.

It was also a turning point in my life.

From that moment on, I knew my spiritual and human growth depended on my opening to all of my feelings. I have accepted this as essential. I’m far from perfect at identifying my feelings; it’s hard work. Sometimes, when I need Joyce’s love, I push her away instead.

Sometimes, when I feel hurt, I still rationalize and talk myself out of the feeling.

Yet I do recognize that, because I am committed to feeling all of my feelings, I am becoming a better counselor, teacher, husband, father…and person.

Joyce & Barry Vissell, a nurse/therapist and psychiatrist couple since 1964, are counselors near Santa Cruz, CA, who are widely regarded as among the world’s top experts on conscious relationship and personal growth. They are the authors of many inspirational books.

Visit their website at SharedHeart.org for their free monthly e-heartletter, and inspiring past articles on many topics about relationship and living from the heart.

One by one, all the residents came around me and began confronting me.

Each, in their own way, asked me to be more genuine and honest with my feelings.

One resident asked, “How can I feel close to you if you’re pretending to be happy all the time?”

Another said, “It looks like you’re hiding behind a mask.”

Another blurted out angrily, “It’s pissing me off how phony you’re being right now!”

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COSMIC DAILY WEATHER February 2017

by Kaye Berjot

Overview February is one of those months that will have you going through the peaks and valleys of life so that you can come out on the other side with renewed confidence. Jupiter will retrograde on

Wednesday, February 1 As we start out the day with a T-Square including Jupiter, Mercury, Pluto, and Uranus, there’s an opportunity that presents itself. This can be stressful, yet encouraging when the pressure to react can be a powerful motivator.

February 7th in Libra. This could cause you to take a good, long look at relationships, by putting a scrutinizing eye on what’s good

Thursday, February 2

for you and what’s not.

As the Moon joins the T-Square, emotions can boil, causing you to be more creative than you ever thought possible.

Today you are a leader; you own your emotions. These feelings will help you build, grow, and share with those that are worthy. Moon VoC 10:50 AM until 7:50 PM in Taurus.

In this position, Jupiter doesn’t withhold; it allows you to put things into context, and as a benefit put things in order. Mercury will cover old ground, which provides you with new information that allows Mars to eventually break away from the pack. During the middle part of the month, Chiron will want you to take a look at some unconscious barriers that have been holding you back. The best way to view this is as if you were weeding a garden. If you look around and see that you’ve weeded everything that you can see, what happens if you take a step to the right and look down? Will you find that you’ve been standing on top of a weed that’s been covered up by your lack of movement? This will be the month that you get out of neutral, and into drive mode. ** Please see the end of the month for information about the Moon Void of Course (VoC). **

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Friday, February 3 As the Moon makes a positive aspect to Saturn, you become emotionally attached to the stability. You want to find stable relationships; in particular, those that make you believe that something great could happen.

Saturday, February 4 The Moon in Taurus has you determined. You’ve never been more ready to do the necessary work required to change your circumstances, communicate your goals, and embody your dreams. Moon VoC 4:42 PM until 10:44 PM in Gemini.

Sunday, February 5 Today the Moon in Gemini makes positive aspects to Mars, Venus, and Mercury. This may just be the day that you speak your intentions into fruition.

You know that you’ve spoken the truth when the sound resonates throughout your entire system. Remember that frequency.

Monday, February 6 This is “make it happen” Monday. A Grand Trine is in full effect when the Moon in Gemini, Jupiter in Libra, and the Sun in Aquarius converse. It looks like the train is leaving the station, and has a destination. All aboard! Moon VoC 4:43 PM until tomorrow morning.

Tuesday, February 7 As the Moon exits Gemini it creates T-Squares amongst Saturn, Venus, and Mars. In situations like these you have to make decisions that can put your desire for love and beauty, and desire for progress at odds. Do you move forward, or do you already have what you need?

Moon VoC ends at 1:03 AM in Cancer.

Wednesday, February 8 Yowza, we have a Grand Cardinal Cross in the sky today creating a big dose of challenges. Retrograde Jupiter is at odds with Uranus, and the Moon is at odds with Pluto. It looks like fact checking is in order. Moon VoC 4:00 PM until tomorrow morning.

Thursday, February 9 Mercury makes an appearance today, and is in harmony with Venus and Mars.

It’s acting as a reminder, and supporting decisions that were made last week. At

the same time, it’s battling a retrograde Jupiter which is calling into question whether or not you’ve aligned with the right partnerships. Moon VoC ends at 3:42 AM in Leo.

Friday, February 10 There are times when you have to follow your own internal marching orders. With a Full Moon in Leo, you might do exactly that. Full Moon 6:33 PM. Moon VoC 11:52 PM until tomorrow morning.

Saturday, February 11 When you follow your own internal compass you’re able to fly higher than other people’s limitations of you. This means that you are aware of what you can accomplish, and eventually others will see it too. Moon VoC until 7:52 AM in Virgo.

Sunday, February 12 With the Moon opposing Neptune, you are able to see past the illusions and wishful thinking. Your mental health is first and foremost, along with your ability to change your own circumstances.

This is a healing effect that only you can accomplish. It’s your special power.

Monday, February 13 When the Moon squares Saturn, there’s a lesson to be learned. It usually has to do with allowing yourself to explore all of the corners of the universe without destabilizing your energy. Moon VoC 6:36 AM until 2:43 PM in Libra.

Tuesday, February 14 Are you unconsciously standing in your own way? Chiron at 23° Pisces thinks so, as it makes aspects to Saturn, the Sun, Uranus, and retrograde Jupiter. Look to Saturn to help you figure out what really needs to be accomplished. and use the energy of Pluto to make it happen.

Wednesday, February 15 The Moon and retrograde Jupiter oppose Uranus, Mars, and Venus

today, which can have you doing a balancing act. Aries wants to be unconventional, while Libra wants to do what’s best for the collective awakening. It’s about time for everyone to state their position, and to be loyal to their direction. Moon VoC 7:54 PM until tomorrow morning.

Thursday, February 16 When the Moon enters Scorpio, there’s a general understanding of the desired outcome. If you want to move towards fertile ground, you’re going to have to lead the way. If you don’t want to be the leader, then it might be time to allow another to provide the direction. Moon VoC until 12:41 AM in Scorpio.

Friday, February 17 It seems like change is always changing. That might seem like an obvious assessment, yet it isn’t always so obvious. What exactly are we trying to change? You, me, or us? Moon VoC 1:38 PM until tomorrow afternoon.

Saturday, February 18 Communication is key today. You can talk about change, you can talk about boundaries, and you can talk about growth. After all of that talking, just make sure that it leads you somewhere.

Moon VoC until 12:52 PM in Sagittarius.

Sunday, February 19 As the Moon nestles into the comforting arms of Sagittarius, it makes a positive aspect to Venus, Mars, and Uranus.

This indicates that there’s a bit of a journey toward self-discovery. When you become emotionally attached to your own forward movement, there’s nothing that can hold you back.

Monday, February 20 As the Moon inches closer to Saturn, it bypasses the rose-colored glasses of Neptune. Therefore, you no longer connect with the impossible, because you have your eyes set on the real gems of anything can happen. Moon VoC 5:37 PM until tomorrow morning.

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Tuesday, February 21 Now we’re talking as the Moon and Saturn meet. You feel comfortable with your plan. It’s like your exit strategy and your entry strategy are finally aligned. VoC ends at 1:08 AM in Capricorn.

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You might be emotionally charged today, as the Moon meets up with Pluto. Make sure that you’re ready to make change happen. Follow through on your plans, because you’re the only one that can. It’s your responsibility, and not the responsibility of others. VoC 9:24 PM until tomorrow evening.

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Today you’re able to see the lines clearly; they’re no longer blurred. Act responsibly, be responsible, and value the responsibility that has just been given to you. VoC ends at 11:17 PM in Aquarius.

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Friday, February 24 Movement without clarity is like the blind leading the blind, when the Moon is in Aquarius. You’re not blind. The Moon sees Venus, Mars, and Uranus, and those three planets are anything but blind. Those are the “we’re going for it” planets.

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Saturday, February 25 When you take a giant leap, you get rewarded. Today is a day when you can reward yourself, so make sure you do it. It’s always nice when Uranus and Saturn are on your side. VoC 12:11 PM until 6:24 PM in Pisces.

Sunday, February 26 Uranus and Mars are holding hands and waving at Saturn today. There could be a little bit of nervousness in the air, because you recognize that you can’t look backwards. With that said, you can move forward with more insight than you’ve ever had before. New Moon 8:58 AM in Pisces.

Monday, February 27 Mars is packing its bag, and preparing to break away from the pack. It’s a solo mission, yet one that’s rewarding.

There’s something to be said about paving your own path. VoC 5:08 PM until 10:52 PM in Aries.

Tuesday, February 28

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.

As the Moon enters Aries, it makes a stressful aspect to Saturn. This isn’t meant to deter you; it’s meant to let you know that you’ve traveled far and wide.

You’ve gone deep, and you’ve soared high. This isn’t a plateau; it’s a sneak peek from the highest mountaintop.

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

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IN PRINT Reviews by Kayla Hancock

The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy Revised and Expanded Over 800 Natural, Nontoxic, and Fragrant Recipes to Create Health, Beauty, and Safe Home and Work Environments

by Valerie Ann Worwood (New World Library, $26.95, Paperback) In this book, Valerie Ann Worwood provides tools to address a variety of health issues including specific advice for children, seniors, men, women, dancers, cooks, animal lovers, and athletes. Included are over 800 simple recipes for essential oil treatments.

The Language of Creation Your Original Design

by Tantra Maat (iUniverse, $13.95, Paperback) Once again, we are awakening into the language of creation. As a collective, what we are experiencing cannot be understood by old systems of thinking, and we are starting to remember that we are an integral part of life. This process is demanding new perceptions, our bodies are reconfiguring, and our physical and non-physical systems are rebooting to our Original Design.

Tantra Maat created this book as a guide to navigating your path to your Original Design. Included are template-writing exercises meant to rearrange your neural pathways to help you manifest the miraculous life you were meant to live.

Realize Your Inner Potential Through the Path of Spiritual Service King Yoga

by George King and Richard Lawrence (Aetherius Society, $12.95, Paperback) This book is full of practices that help one to enhance his/her psychic abilities, cultivate realization and lasting peace, and awaken kundalini energy. Dr. George King and Richard Lawrence provide easy to follow guidance on yoga breathing techniques, prayer, and mantra yoga to help readers enhance their healing powers. After all, service is the key to enlightenment in the New Age. 38

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A Daily Sip of Joy and Peace

by Eleanor Hooks (BalboaPress, $28.99, Paperback) This beautiful collection of essays reminds us that joy and peace are always present in our lives if we look for it. Eleanor Hooks guides readers to explore the importance of compassion and appreciation of all living things. She also explains what it means to work with integrity, and teaches readers how to honor their creativity.

Hooks helps readers see that nothing is ever lacking in their lives.

Alternative & Mystical Healing Therapies Are They Medically Sound & Spiritually Safe?

by Edwin A. Noyes (XLIBRIS, $19.99, Paperback) This book analyzes today’s various healing methods that are popular in the New Age holistic health movement. Dr. Edwin Noyes approaches the subject from a Christian perspective, explaining that some of these practices can actually be spiritually dangerous. He also provides helpful insights about the traps of the paranormal.

Blooming into Mindfulness How the Universe Used a Garden, Cancer, and Carpools to Teach Me that Calm Is the New Happy

by Martha Brettschneider (Damselwings Press, $14.95, Paperback) The world we live in is one in which we are constantly feeling or fighting the desire to want the next best thing. In this book, Martha Brettschneider tackles this struggle head-on through sharing her own transformation using authenticity and raw humor. Also provided are tips to help quiet the mind, boost positive energy levels, and embrace your life’s purpose.

Kayla Hancock is 22 years old, and is humbled to be able to work for Conscious Community Magazine. She is a certified Deeksha blessing giver and Reiki practitioner. She loves to write, and is interested in astrology, holistic health, and dream work.

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