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February 2015 ~ Vol.VI, Issue 12

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A Guide for Conscious Living The Essence and Ease of Love

Cultivate Conscious Relationships

Raw Valentine Treats

Unleash your Healing Potential

A Divine Union: When Twin Flames Meet

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Publisher’s Letter...

Features...

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Dear Friend,

I took a trip last month and found love in many places. At the time I didn't realize this was my quest. But what I found on my journey was love expressed in all its forms: A love of travel, nature, adventure, the kindness of strangers, renewal and reflection, love of self and love expressed through growth were all placed in my path. I learned that loving ourselves isn't just a clichéd 'it' topic; it's a life skill, just like romantic love, that can peak and wane, but must be cultivated to thrive. My journey to Santa Fe, NM originally started as a much-needed getaway and a chance to explore some travel writing. I decided while I was there to prospect the area for the potential of starting an edition of Evolving Magazine. A man named Devon Jackson responded to my ad for an Associate Publisher, someone to be the local voice and connection with the Santa Fe community. Devon has a strong editorial background as former editor for The Santa Fean. He has lived in Santa Fe for 17 years, understands the philosophy and integrity of the publication and is a dynamo sales person. I'm sure he will thrive in creating a local edition of the magazine. In May we'll launch the Santa Fe/Taos edition of Evolving Magazine. Branching into other cities, taking the magazine national, one city at a time, has been a dream of mine for many years. Each year I add it to my list of goals for the year. At the end of each year, the desire unattained, I re-write it as my goal for the coming year. We can plan and reach for our dreams, but until the timing is right, it's a waiting game. Trying to force it is like walking through mud; instead, when the timing is right, the feeling is more like playing in the rain. And now the time is right to love so deeply and fully. It's a time to love locally and throughout the country. As we approach six years of publishing Evolving Magazine, I thank you for loving and supporting this vision, as well.

Jill Dutton Stay Connected all Month! *Read the magazine online: www.EvolvingMagazine.com *Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/EvolvingMagazine *Follow us on Twitter: @EvolvingMag

I Love You… Actually, I Love Your Microbiome...12 Conscious Relationships...13

A Divine Union...14

Valentine Treats without the Sting...10 Andre’s Confiserie Suisse...11 ON THE COVER:

Publisher Jill Dutton 913-944-1298 jill@evolvingmagazine.com Editorial Assistants Aaron Lerner Judy Kirkpatrick

Pamela Hawkins is a native Kansas City artist and art medicine woman. She loves making art and facilitating others in engaging their own unique creative process. You can see more of her work at pamelahawkins.com.

Contributors Martha Childers, Stephanie Forcier, Bethany Klug, Jude LaClaire, Aluna Michaels, Bill Miller, Nancy Ochester, Bonnie Rabicoff, Nancy Russell, Suzette Scholtes Advertising

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News Free Concert: A Sonic Valentine for Mother Earth Music of the Spheres and Women of the Drum will be offering a free concert at Aquarius in Westport on Friday, February 13th in honor of World Sound Healing Day. Thirteen years ago recording artist/ sound healer Jonathan Goldman had an idea – why not send a sonic Valentine to Mother Earth every year? Since then, World Sound Healing Day has occurred every February 14th. People throughout the planet spend five minutes projecting an “AH” sound filled with love at 12 noon EST (11:00 am in Kansas City, although soundings occur throughout the day. The “AH” sound opens the heart, which has an electromagnetic field 3060 times stronger than the brain and brings it into coherence – the heart and brain synchronized with the energy of compassion. When we feel strong emotions our electromagnetic fields ‘broadcast’ these feelings to other biological systems. Think of yourself as adding your positive feelings to a planetary broadcast of peace. The Global Coherence Project collects data that demonstrates an interactive interface between human electro-magnetic fields and that of the Earth. The most powerful of these occur when the human electromagnetic field is in a state of coherence. The Global Consciousness Project

charts events of great compassion, finding that random numbers become less random and the usual straight line on a graph becomes a mountainous looking peak. After World Sound Healing Day in 2009, such a peak occurred (see above diagram). “This looks like a confirmation...that large scale communal thought and emotion may show up as structure in our data,” observed Roger Nelson, Director of the GCP. EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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“We are in critical times right now, says Linda VanBibber, owner of Harmony Energetics, LLC and member of Music of the Spheres. “Many of us just don’t know what to do. This is something everyone can do, even children. We hope you will join us Friday, February 13th at Aquarius.” Women of the Drum, local percussion and dance ensemble led by Regina Compernolle, will open the evening followed by a Healing Sound Bath from Music of the Spheres (Ramie Haas, George Moon and Linda). Then everyone will create a healing circle for Mother Earth, raising voices in the “AH” sounding. For more information call Linda VanBibber, 816-833-1129 or email laylahv@swbell.net.

Local Author Announces Launch of You Are My Voice An inspirational memoir celebrating love and healing You are My Voice, a new book by Lisa Kolias Cooper that debuts this month, tells the revolutionary story of this Leawood, Kansas author’s spiritual awakening that will change how every reader views the loss of a loved one. “I knew that I wanted to share the revelations that I experienced after my mother’s death and am honored to now help others receive the same comfort, as they reflect on their lives while reading my new book,” says Cooper, in commenting on You are My Voice. Released just in time for Valentine’s Day gifting, Cooper’s inspirational memoir will help readers understand that love truly never dies. The refreshingly simple, life-changing lessons in You Are My Voice will echo in readers’ hearts, inspiring them long after they savor their sweetness and light. You are My Voice is available at www.youaremyvoice.com and the Unity Church of Overland Park, 10300 Antioch Road, Overland Park, Kansas. For more information or to contact Cooper for author appearances or media opportunities, call 913-481-7193 or visit youaremyvoice.com.

News Communiversity Wholistic Health Fair

UMKC/Communiversity’s Wholistic Health Fair, a bi-annual event since 1999 where a plethora of alternative-health practitioners gather to share their knowledge, experience and philosophies with the public. This March 22, Communiversity will host 60 exhibitors and 20 workshops, a silent auction and psychics. Visiting the exhibition hall is free of charge and filled with 60 practitioners introducing their products, know-how and services. You can get great one on one time with some of Kansas City’s best healers. Workshops include: Sound Healing, How to Stay Young for Your First 100 Years, 5 Essentials of Wellness, and much more. The workshops offer participants a chance to enhance their knowledge and ask questions of the presenters. You can take three workshops for only $7. We also offer a Giant Silent Auction which features hundreds of items such as: coupons, meditation and yoga sessions, a biofeedback session, 60 minute massage, essential oils and much more. You can often get incredible deals at the silent auction. It opens at 11 AM and closes at 3:55. Items are donated to Communiversity and all proceeds go to support the Communiversity program. You can experience an array of innovative health concepts on the fourth floor of UMKC’s Student Union on Sunday, March 22nd from 11:00 AM until 6 PM. While having a great time at the fair you’ll have a chance to view UMKC’s Student Union, a beautiful new LEED gold certified building. There is free parking just to the north of the Student Union. It offers stair free access to the event. For more information call 816-235-1407 or visit our website http://info.umkc.edu/getinvolved/ commu/ for more information. A complete listing of exhibitors, workshops and silent auction items will be published by March 1.

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Wisdom Within—by Suzette Scholtes The Essence and Ease of Love

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y friend and I savored our soup over a long lunch, enjoying our usual banter. She planned to leave for Florida soon for the winter. I felt a bit sad, as I would miss her. I said “Thank you for this friendship. How rewarding it is and how easy to be your friend.” “Ease is so fine,” she replied. She came into my life when a friendship with another had just ended with sour notes. As with good friends, our closeness developed over time to that wonderful camaraderie of sharing, caring and mutual respect. It reminds me of the often-used quote from Alexander Graham Bell: “When one door closes, another door opens.” He also said, “But we so often look so long and regretfully upon the closed door, that we do not see the ones which open for us.” I think love is a bit like that. There are so many opportunities to love, share and care with, and for each other. Still, to love and care is a choice. Also, I feel love mirrors the energy of our seven chakras. A healthy root chakra resonates safety and security; it’s the same as with love when we help those we love to feel safe and secure. A strong third chakra means we take responsibility and personal power in the way we love, free of ego or narcissi. Harmless humor is a big part of love and it makes loving fun, also third chakra. There is joy and pleasure in sharing and caring, and it takes much respect — heart chakra — to be open and vulnerable to our intimates. When harmless in our speech and tone—throat chakra—we create trust, a feeling that one can rely and count on each other. Love requires a state of knowing—sixth chakra—and ever-present respect of one another. Aadil Palkhivala wrote in his book, The Fire of Love, that this “respect” works wonders. “Respect makes humanity blossom,” he writes. ”Indeed, respect makes the humanity in us blossom. Only respect can bring real peace to the world.” He crafts his words with such beauty this long quote is worth reading: “Respect is care. Respect means

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caring for ourselves, for others, for things, and for our planet. Therefore, to develop our capacity to give and receive respect, our central practice must be to observe ourselves as we speak and act, and ask ourselves whether our words and actions are being respectful to our own self, to other people, to material objects, and to the Earth that is our home. “Do I respect myself enough to discover my dharma, fill each moment with it, and live a meaningful life? Do I respect my body enough to eat healthful, organic food and exercise or practice yoga with purpose and joy? Do I respect my mind enough to nourish it with inspiring thoughts and spiritual poetry? Do I respect it enough to give it both silent rest and creative exercise — that is, stillness and freedom from thought as well as opportunities to think a new thought, ponder, and imagine? Do I respect my soul enough to go within my heart and listen to its suggestions for my life? Do I respect others’ freedom enough not to impose my ways, my beliefs, or my religion upon them? Do I respect others enough to allow that they might be right and I might be wrong? Do I respect my home enough to keep it clean and organized? We wish to receive respect from others, but do we give it? Do we live it?” The ease of love is the very essence of the second chakra—a birthright if you will—and indeed the glorious birth of the fires of love. Suzette Scholtes is the director of The Yoga School of Therapeutics, 10400 W. 103rd St., Overland Park. Her hundreds of non-fiction columns over the years have won awards. She welcomes your comments at info@theyogastudio.com, or 913-492-9594

Journey to Wholeness—by Jude LaClaire, Ph.D. Dads Behaving Dadly

l Watts, author of Dads Behaving Dadly: 67 Truths, Tears and Triumphs of Modern Fatherhood creatively points to the good side of men being fathers. An interview of Al, father of four children, ages 6-12, on National Public Radio caught my attention. For years I have watched the role of fatherhood changing. Men are making choices to spend more time with children, being more active caregivers with their children at all ages and coparenting in a collaborative way. Recently I observed a young couple with two children. The father was feeding the smaller child while the mother cared for the older child. I watched my niece and her husband parent their two children, taking turns caring for, tending to them and helping them with the social interaction of the family. In my counseling practice I work with men who are spending more time with their children and some, who are at-home dads. Since 1989 the number of stay-athome dads has doubled from 1.1 to 2 million. A huge change is the choice to be at home. In 1989, 5 percent chose to stay home while in 2012, 21 percent made this choice. The economy accounts for about 23 percent of those who are caring for children at home in 2012. The stay-at-home dads face misunderstanding based on stereotypes. Al described a visit to the dentist when the dental assistant said, “Well, Mom’s usually here and knows what’s going on so I thought that I would explain it to you.” He replied that he did understand and she did not need to explain. He also expressed the idea that some think taking care of children is emasculating and ‘feminine.’ He says, “There’s nothing feminine about loving your kids.” Our roles can change our brain chemistry. Women produce more oxytocin and estrogen. Now, it has been shown that when men care for their new-born infants, their estrogen levels increase and testosterone decreases. The same changes occur as men become more involved in caretaking their

children. Roles are important drivers in creating changes in our chemistry, and ultimately, our DNA. There is a National At-Home Dad Network that has regular conventions and a website, providing a vehicle of communication for stay-at-home dads. Recently Huggies had an ad portraying a dad being incompetent as he tried to change his infant’s diaper. The Network objected and petitioned Huggies to reconsider. The ad was changed and they became a sponsor for some of the Network’s service projects. Also, check out Role Reboot, a contemporary culture magazine about living “off script.” I found over ten books by dads about the experience of being with their children. Some of the titles give a hint of the delightful, creative and unique approaches of these men on parenting. For example, Life is Short, Laundry is Eternal: Confessions of a Stay-at-Home Dad; Dad or Alive: Confessions of an Unexpected Stay-atHome Dad; Housebroken: Confessions of a Stay-at-Home Dad; Daddy, Where’s Your Vagina? What I Learned as a Stay-at-Home Dad. Check out the website, the books and the new insight of men who are experiencing first-hand how the role of parenting is changing them and, I believe, their children. Many couples working outside the home share parenting to meet the demand of full-time work and caring for children. Divorced couples often have equal time with children, again giving dads more involvement in caring for the needs of the children. Times and roles are changing for men and women. Though many generations felt they had no choice in roles and expectations, the big change is that, in our culture, we have more choices. And sometimes that means breaking patterns, stereotypes and prejudices. Go Dads! Jude LaClaire, Ph.D., LCPC is a counselor, educator and author. For counseling, seminars, training, speaking engagements or information on Neurobehavioral Programs or Imago Couple Therapy call 913-322-5622. For more information about Jude LaClaire or the Kansas City Holistic Centre www.kcholistic.com jude@kcholistic.com.

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Holistic Health—by Nancy Russell, M.D. A Natural Plan to Unleash your Healing Potential

n the journey to wellness, genetics do play a role in health and predisposition to diseases. DNA however is dynamic and not static, so you can be your own engineer in how genetic make-up is expressed in the human body. Healthy lifestyles improve the expression of these genetic tendencies and unhealthy lifestyles can damage the DNA and enhance tendencies to have a chronic health problem. The book, You-Staying Young, by Mehmet Oz M.D., explains the process in detail on how to extend the warranty on the human body! Sleep is imperative for optimal health. Sleep deprivation can lead to fatigue, brain fog, decreased stamina and increased pain sensitivity. Good sleep is enhanced by a regular sleep and wake routine, staying in bed 7 to 8 hours each night, exercising regularly and minimizing caffeine and alcohol. If you have trouble sleeping, try a natural relaxant such as magnesium, melatonin or valerian root. Optimal nutrition can be life changing by eating mostly fresh, whole, unprocessed foods. Staple foods should include vegetables, legumes, gluten free grains, fruits, nuts, eggs, fish and meats. Drink plenty of filtered water; 1/2 ounce for each pound of your ideal body weight. Respect your individuality for your own nutrition by paying attention to your age, sex, ancestry, activity level and blood type. I challenge you to get the book, Eat Right 4 Your Blood Type or get the app on your smart phone and follow it for 8 to 10 weeks. Eating right for your type can help to decrease inflammation, aches and pains, and can increase energy, immunity and longevity. If you suffer from sneezing, runny nose, gas and bloating, stomach pain, headaches or fatigue after you eat, you may have food sensitivities. To assess this possible issue, you can obtain a food sensitivity blood test measuring IgG levels to different foods or go on an elimination diet. Many people are deficient in nutritional requirements, even if the diet is very good. In general, most

Optimal nutrition can be life changing by eating mostly fresh, whole, unprocessed foods. people need at least the following supplements: Multi-vitamin and mineral, vitamin D3 and fish oil. It is important that your fish oil is purified to be free of contaminants. Toxicity does play a role in optimal health and toxins surround us everyday. The common chemicals that can cause toxicity in our bodies are found in sugar, caffeine, alcohol, and refined, nonorganic processed food — so keep them to none or a minimum. Toxic chemicals to completely avoid are nicotine, chlorine, all artificial sweeteners, hormones and pesticides in food, MSG and many more. These chemicals are addicting, disrupt our metabolism and accelerate the aging process. Other ways to decrease toxins are to drink, cook and bathe with filtered water, use air cleaners in your environment, eat organic foods, exercise and sweat regularly and do a body cleanse or detox one to two times a year. Last, but not least on your journey to optimal health is to remember to take time for stress management. Suggestions are to take a nature walk, pray, meditate, be still, breathe deeply, be with your pets, garden, sew or be creative in some way. Remember to just take time to be still and be gentle with your soul. Nancy Russell, M.D. has been a holistic Internal Medicine physician in the Kansas City northland for over 30 years at 5140 N. Antioch Road in Kansas City, MO. Her phone number is 816-453-5545 and website is www.nancyrussellmd.com where you can get more information. Dr. Russell is board certified in holistic medicine and is a member of the American Holistic Medical Association and a prior board member.

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Food First!—by Bethany Klug, D.O. Valentine Treats without the Sting

t was December 1991. The doctor that would inspire me to follow in his footsteps ordered me to stop all sugar. That is, if I wanted to get well. Sugar did not cross my lips for more than five years. Fast forward to 2003. Aren’t you supposed to be able to eat goat or sheep cheese if cow cheese bothers you? Go figure. Stopping just 1/3 cup of goat cheese on a pizza once a week completely cleared a recalcitrant case of psoriasis. Then, to add insult to injury, I learned I have one of the genes for celiac disease. I guess there was a reason I felt better without gluten. How then, does one enjoy dessert without sugar, dairy and gluten? Restaurants like Pure Food and Wine in New York City, and Kansas City’s own Cafe Gratitude serve decadent desserts that you’d never guess were sugar, dairy, gluten and even grain-free. This is high art that I leave to the professionals. So, will I be eating dessert on Valentines Day? You bet! Check out these recipes for a rich chocolate mousse and a chia seed “rice” pudding that will pass for the real thing. No professional help needed, just a blender. A word about sweeteners: there are

many alternatives to white sugar available. I’ve tried most of them. I recently concluded that I prefer a small amount of raw honey — usually half the amount called for in recipes — because it is the least processed of the sugar alternatives. As with all foods, know your farmer! Honey is often cut with other ingredients like corn syrup. Yuck!

“Rice” Pudding While white chia seeds more closely mimic the appearance of rice, black chia seeds are more readily available. The pudding tastes the same either way. This recipe calls for young Thai coconut meat and water. Young Thai coconuts are the peeled ones wrapped in cellophane, not

the rough brown ones. Enter “how to open a Thai coconut” into your Internet browser for instructions on how to reveal the delicious meat and water. It’s easy once you know how. 1 cup macadamia nuts, soaked 2 hours and drained 1 cup chopped young Thai coconut meat (1 - 2 coconuts usually required) 1-1/2 cup coconut water or add water to equal 1 1/2 cups if coconut does not yield 1-1/2 cups water 1/4-cup raw honey 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/8 tsp. sea salt Pinch of ground cardamom 1/2-cup chia seeds Blend all ingredients except chia seeds in a high-speed blender until smooth. Pour the mixture to a bowl, add the chia seeds and stir until chia seeds are well combined. Refrigerate for one hour to allow the pudding to thicken. Serves 6 8.

Chocolate Mousse 2 large ripe avocados, peeled and seeded 1/2 cup cocoa powder or 1/2 cup raw cacao nibs 1/2-cup coconut milk or almond milk

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4 tsp. raw honey 2 tsp. natural vanilla extract If using raw cacao nibs, pulverize them in a high-speed blender or coffee grinder. With a clean blender pitcher, blend the milk and cocoa/cacao powder until combined. Add the avocado, honey and vanilla extract and purée until smooth. Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes and refrigerate until ready to eat. Serves 4. Variations: Before filling the serving dishes, fold in 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds, fresh or frozen berries, chia seeds or cacao nibs.

Bethany Klug DO is a physician for whom food is a doorway to personal, community and planetary health. Learn more about how she helps people live a lifespan of health at www.HealthSpanKC. com Learn more about her juice fast on the Health Span blog at www.healthspankc.com, click on HealthSpan Blog at the bottom of the page.

In the Kitchen with Bonnie—by Bonnie Rabicoff Andre's Confiserie Suisse A vol-au-vent, French for "windblown" to describe its lightness, is a small hollow case of puff pastry. For three generations, the Bollier family has provided us with the sweet and savory flavors of Switzerland. Andre's grandson, Rene, fills this pastry with a chicken & mushroom cream sauce...Finishing the meal with a rich custard.

Bonnie Rabicoff is the producer and host of the multimedia foodie series “In the Kitchen with Bonnie.” She has served as the Vice President of Development for KCPT Public Television and the Marketing Director of The Barstow School where she founded and coordinated “The Barstow School Organic Farmers’ Market and Chef Series.” www.inthekitchenwithbonnie. com

Chicken Vol au Vent accompanied by a Caramel Pot de Crème Prepared by Owner/Chef Rene Bollier "In the Kitchen with Bonnie" at Andre's Confiserie Suisse Maggi or soy sauce. When mushrooms are cooked through put them in a colander to drain. Add 2 tbsp of butter to a pan and melt. Add celery and cook until aromatic: about 3 minutes. Add flour and mix with a whisk. Roast flour for about one minute, but do not allow flour to take color. Begin adding your milk and cream in three parts letting sauce thicken before adding the next portion. After adding the last portion of cream and milk, add your spices, wine and Maggi and let mixture come to a gentle boil. Add chicken and mushrooms and heat through. Ladle sauce into a puff pastry shell that has been heated and serve immediately. For the Caramel Pot de Crème: For the Chicken Vol au Vent 1 lbs 12 oz chicken breast baked and chopped 3/4 lb sliced button mushrooms 2 tbsp + ½ tbsp butter 1 small rib finally chopped celery 1/3 cup all purpose flour 2 1/4 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 1 ½ tsp kosher salt ½ tsp white pepper ¼ tsp poultry seasoning ¼ cup white wine 1 tsp Maggi (or soy sauce) Season chicken with butter, salt, white pepper and poultry seasoning and then bake at 400 degrees for about 30 minutes, or until cooked all the way through. Let cool and then cut into ¼ inch cubes. Wash and slice mushrooms and sauté with ½ tbsp butter, a dash of salt, a splash of white wine and ½ tsp

2 cups heavy cream 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 vanilla bean 5 egg yolks 1 pinch salt favorite caramel sauce whipped cream Slit vanilla bean down the middle and put in pan with cream. Mix together egg yolks and sugar in a bowl and set aside. Bring the cream to a boil and then slowly add to the egg mixture making sure to mix the entire time. Take the vanilla bean out and scrape out the inside seeds adding them back to your mixture. Pour mixture into ramekins and bake for 25 to 30 minutes in a water bath with an oven temperature of 325 degrees. Let cool and top with a thin layer of caramel sauce and a rosette of whipped cream. EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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Revelations—by William B. Miller, Jr. M.D. I Love You… Actually, I Love Your Microbiome

hat determines chemistry between two people? Who has not said, “They have good chemistry together?” We hear it so often that it seems trite. Typically, we direct that remark towards a couple that looks mismatched to our judgment. We ask ourselves, “What do they see in each other?” Our usual answer is that their 'chemistry' is just right. This is often our only way of reconciling the force of attraction between these two. However, what if the concept of chemical attraction has a direct biological basis? New research is revealing that it does and many of those reasons had not been previously expected or explored. It is becoming increasingly apparent that our microbiome has a tremendous influence upon us. The microbiome represents all the microorganisms that are in us and on us. Astoundingly, these are so numerous that they outnumber our own innate cells by a factor of ten to one or more. The current estimate is that we harbor 100 trillion cells that we would not think of as our own. Importantly, our relationship with our microbial companions is essential to our well being. Their influence is a crucial element of metabolic pathways. They are critical participants in glucose regulation, the mediation of our immune systems, and even partially regulate our emotional responses to stress. Our relationship with these obligatory microbial partners is intimate. We cannot survive without them and they cannot exist, as they prefer, without us. It should not be totally surprising then that they can affect our social choices and even our love life. How could germs influence our sexual choices? Those factors had remained hidden from our appraisal until recently. We simply did not have the technological means to assess it. Now we do and current research has found that the amount of microbial life in our mouths is startling and the transfer between kissing partners is extensive. However, the particular surprise is that although frequent intimate kissing between partners does correspond to the composition of the microbes that are shared between each, there is more afoot. It seems that

How could germs influence our sexual choices? there is a shared linkage in microbial composition in the mouths of sexual partners that operates regardless of kissing frequency. The implication is that there is a background connection with the microbial realm that might influence our initial choices of sexual partners. For example, the microbiota on the back of the tongue is more similar between kissing partners than unrelated individuals, but that identity does not clearly correlate to any kissing behavior or frequency. Nor does it appear to be due to specifically shared environmental factors. Something extends beyond that. Could it mean that we are attracted to one another on the basis of forces that are unapparent to our typical senses? There is other evidence to suggest that this the case and that it is based on our immunological status. We depend on that for our survival. So it should not be shocking that our immunological status might affect our choice of mates. We all exist on a planet also inhabited by aggressive microorganisms. How might any organism cope? Our evolutionary path, and that of all other complex organisms includes mechanisms directed towards protecting our offspring as much as possible. This imperative significantly governs how we select mates. As part of this process, we each have a group of genes that is crucial to immunological defenses. Experiments have showed that we are unconsciously attracted to other partners whose immunological background is complementary to our own. In order to best protect our children against an intrusive and agitating microbial realm, we tend to seek to mate with those that differ from ourselves on an immunological basis. Although this may seem odd on first consideration, it actually makes sense from an evolutionary perspective. The combination of immunological capacities of healthy mates that differ confers better protection to the next generation. There are research studies that reinforce this finding. Experiments have demonstrated that sexual partners are attracted to certain body odors. For human odors, microbes matter. However, in a crucial

evolutionary twist, that odor attraction is not for similarity but for opposite types. In the aggregate as a species, we seem to search for other sexual partners that are not our match immunologically. What might underlie this instinct? The answer lies within both our own personal genes and our particular microbial complement. On an evolutionary basis, our species is best protected by the mixing of opposing genes and microbes. Successful mating proceeds for many reasons, but there is an important one that has been previously obscure. That additional reason is our critical association with a vast microbial partnership that is crucial to our immunological balance. When contrasting individuals both mix genes and share microbes, the next generation gets a boost. Even more astoundingly, the influence of the microbial sphere extends well beyond these factors. Research has demonstrated that infection with certain parasites can overtly guide sexual choice. Such an example is a parasite called Toxoplasmosis. Cats serve as an intermediate host but it also frequently infects humans. Surprisingly, this common parasite has been shown to affect human behavior, physiology and even our physical appearance. As strange as it may seem, in carefully controlled experiments, human females perceive infected males as more dominant and more masculine than uninfected males. What should we make of all this? The next time you gaze lovingly at your favorite other, tip your hat mentally to your hidden microbial partners. In truth, your microbiome might have made you do it.

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Feature—by Tracy Ochester and Martha Childers Conscious Relationships: Cultivating Connection through Intention, Presence and Accountability

o be conscious means to be aware. In our closest relationships, we are frequently caught unawares. Like so many aspects of our busy daily lives, we take our relationships for granted. Much of our behavior is automatic. Our minds are distracted by obligations and responsibilities, and our attention is tugged in every direction. We tend to react to events. While automatic behavior may be helpful in an emergency, it isn’t effective for complex problem solving and sustainable decision-making. Since relationships are complicated and we usually want them to be long lasting, it makes sense for us to manage them consciously. Being conscious in our relationships starts with setting an intention. Deepak Chopra said, “Intention is the starting point of every dream.” Since intentions are personal and we cannot control others, it makes no sense to set an intention that relies on the other to behave in a certain way. Our power lies in our own thoughts, feelings, and behavior. So our intentions should be for ourselves. An example of such an intention is the promise to “love, honor and cherish”. Another intention might be to “keep my heart open, allow myself to be vulnerable, and behave in a manner that supports connection.” Being fully conscious also means being present. This requires focusing on one thing at a time – attending only to what is happening here and now. When emotions are high, being present requires us to step back and bear witness. This clears a space in our minds in order to observe with curiosity and openness. We also must suspend the fight or flight response and allow ourselves to be vulnerable. When attention is not divided by the need to defend or protect, resurrect the past, or ruminate about the future, then we are able to be fully present. One simple way to be present in your relationship is to give your partner your undivided attention when speaking to you. Orient your body, join your eyes, and use active listening skills like reflecting, paraphrasing and clarifying. When your mind wanders, gently bring it back to the present moment. Listen to your partner as you would like to be heard. Take the perspective that your be-

When you love someone, the best thing you can offer is your presence. How can you love if you are not there? — Thich Nhat Hanh loved is worth your investment and deserves your best effort. If you find that this moment is not a time in which you can give your best effort, say this and set a time to talk in the near future when you can be more present. If you find that your mind often wanders when your loved one is speaking to you, notice and be curious about where you mind goes. Ask yourself whether this thought is more important than the person you love. Conscious couples focus on ways to stay connected and foster harmony. Conflict and divisiveness can be soothed by cultivating compassion and kindness within oneself. One method for achieving this is through loving-kindness meditation (LKM). LKM is the practice of developing feelings of compassion and goodwill toward oneself and others by wishing them happiness, contentment and peace. Meditating on compassion opens our hearts and increase kindness toward ourselves and others — hate and fear dissolve in the presence of love. LKM helps to heal distress

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and conflict. Daily practice reduces stress and inflammation, decreases negative emotions, selfcriticism, and bias, and increases positive emotions and personal resources, including social connectedness. Benefits are long lasting, even with small doses of LKM. Conscious couples are accountable. They take personal responsibility, looking first to the ways in which they can create positive change. When feeling frustrated, irritated or annoyed with your partner, pause and look inward. Stay with difficult emotions and be curious about them rather than reacting or pushing your feelings away. Often with a little reflection we can develop a more reasonable perspective and respond from a place of wisdom rather than from a place of fear or anger. Think about the good in your partner (or the relationship) and ways you can support this goodness. Work toward seeing and accepting things for what they really are rather than making assumptions or grasping at expectations. If you would like to be more conscious in your relationship, but you are having a hard time getting started on your own, a therapist or life coach who is skilled in couples counseling or mindfulness techniques may be able to help you realize your intentions.

Tracy Ochester, PsyD is an independently practicing psychologist in Leawood, KS www.mindfulkc.com

Martha Childers, EdS, LPC, is a sole practitioner psychotherapist conveniently located on the Country Club Plaza childerscounselingservice.com

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Feature—by Stephanie Forcier

A Divine Union

first met Nathan and Kimberly in June 2012 at a shop in downtown Overland Park. Come to find out, it was Nathan’s first day in Kansas City, having just moved from Minnesota. He overheard me talking about Edgar Cayce, and before I knew it, I had met and was chatting up two amazing individuals who were setting off to celebrate their Twin-Flame journey together. We became fast friends, and I have been honored to bear witness to their story ever since: the story of divine love as expressed between two individuals. First of all, you may be wondering, what is a Twin Flame? The way I like to describe this kind of relationship is one in which two complete souls come together to fulfill the highest aspects of their masculinity and femininity. Once Twin Flames come together, they embark on a grand journey of healing, as all of their past karma, baggage and anything that is not in alignment with their highest selves is released. This type of partnership can make for an exciting and challenging adventure, and it is one that Nathan and Kimberly have met with courage and trust. Fast forward a little more than two years to October 11, 2014 , where I had the pleasure of being a part of Nathan and Kimberly’s wedding celebration, as did their whole community. Into every single aspect of this divine union, Kimberly and Nathan poured great meaning. To begin describing the many wonders of this event, it is notable that the ceremony was held outdoors, close to nature. There is nothing more connecting than celebrating the purity and cycles of a sacred union in the loving arms of Mother Earth. Guests enjoyed taking a brief meandering walk to the ceremony clearing. On their way, they were able to take in the rich autumn colors of the surrounding forest, and watch sunlight

glisten off the calm lake. Kimberly and Nathan connected to the Earth through bare feet; filling each step with cherished life force. As each person was greeted, they received a lovely program and were encouraged to share an “I am” positive affirmation with someone they did not know. What a heartfelt way to weave each individual into the community experience of celebrating love. By invoking the power of the “I am” affirmation, each guest had the opportunity to awaken and

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connect with their divine. This anchored in the energy of love consistent with the sacredness of the event, and it did so for everyone present. Upon reaching the ceremonial area, guests discovered a stunning archway, constructed by Nathan himself out of wood in honor of the couple’s aﬃnity for the Tree of Life, the symbol of the interconnectedness of life on this planet and its divine manifestation. The archway opened to a sacred circle, a medicine wheel, which represented the sealing of Nathan

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and Kimberly’s union across all four directions as well as above and below. No wedding is complete without an immense dose of joy! To Kimberly, it was very clear that the wedding party would dance into the ceremony area, and dance we did! With a little help from Plumb’s song, “One Drop,” the wedding party, sharing plenty of smiles with the guests, danced with our divine. The couple’s friends were the first to dance in followed by their two children, hand in hand, laughing and smiling, waiving flowers in the air. And the finale warmed everyone’s heart, especially Nathan’s, as Kimberly radiantly came around the corner, a picture of joy in motion. She floated up to the archway on a melodic wave of angelic bliss. Then together they stood, inside the circle, the sacred medicine wheel that would seal their union. Each of them wore a wooden wedding ring that Nathan had hand carved. The couple’s vows were deeply and respectfully shared as they held hands and looked into one another’s eyes. This created a timeless quality to the ceremony as love opened up into full presence and the need for time ceased. They allowed themselves to be vulnerable, and share honestly from the depths of their being. Pronounced “As One”, they lovingly kissed and turned to their community, glowing and home. How easy it was to stick around for a while in that energy, but the celebration was not over yet. Each guest was invited to bring a dish to share at the reception. And believe me, it was the healthiest table of food I have ever seen at a wedding, bursting with color and nutrients! The community was also invited to share in song, poetry, and loving thoughts. The couple’s daughter sang beautifully, as did several friends, keeping eyes moist and hearts full. Ecstatic poet Paul Goldman eloquently shared his poem, And The Heavens, a piece of which I will quote here: “And the heavens opened anew, and She spoke the words I had longed to hear, ‘I love you my precious child, as I always have. You are the one I hoped for.’” After everyone was full of good food and good vibes, the community gathered together in a large circle surrounding Nathan and Kimberly in the center. Everyone held hands as the couple offered their gratitude and blessings back to their community. The circle of life and love was com-

Then together they stood, inside the circle, the sacred medicine wheel that would seal their union. Each of them wore a wooden wedding ring that Nathan had hand carved. The couple’s vows were deeply and respectfully shared as they held hands and looked into one another’s eyes.

plete. The divine was flowing through each heart. As the couple honored their divine union, each of us was so blessed. Thank you Evolving community, for sharing in this story of divine union. The journey will continue. As is true to what I know Kimberly and Nathan would want. I invite you to take a moment and reflect on the loving moments of your life, bringing them into the present moment. And whether in a partnership or not, reach deep inside and find that connection to your divine. Take a moment to sit with this connection, and breathe in and out, allowing the love to flow. Welcome to the divine union inside of you.

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Stephanie Forcier is a Certiﬁed Teacher and Advanced Practitioner of the Akashic Record and Certiﬁed Angel Practitioner with over a decade of experience. Kimberly is an intuitive healer at Cura Integrative Health Care: 913-499-7053. Nathan and Kimberly lovingly lead the Truth, Light and Love Meet-up group: www.meetup.com/ Truth-Light-And-Love/. To experience more of Paul Goldman’s poetry: www.ecstaticpoet.com. For more information about Stephanie’s services, visit www.InnerWisdomEvolution.com or call 816-260-2438.

Spiritual Horoscope—by Aluna Michaels February 2015 Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) Happy birthday Aquarius! Mercury turns direct in your sign, giving you energy to clear out limited thinking. Your new level of optimism transforms your selfesteem and your relationships. It’s like a pallet cleanser for your heart. You’ll feel purified of negative experiences and the poor expectations they created. Meditate to firmly root the positive karma in your consciousness. You’ll also uplift others with your newfound Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20) Meditate to receive intuitive ideas that lead to prosperity! With the powerful energy right now, you can propel out of debt and also have better health (emotionally and physically!) If doubts arise, smash them down with a firm “NO!” Be the master of your consciousness and fend off fear! Then use affirmations that strongly declare the reality you want to create. Aries (March 21 – April 19) Both Mars and Venus are in your sign this month. You’re energized to make changes and new beginnings in your relationships, self-esteem, career and health. Move out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself. This might not

mean being wild, but can mean slowing down, focusing and making a commitment to a person, job or life direction. Meditate on goals to see what’s truly meaningful right now. Taurus (April 20 – May 20) Meditate on your ideal relationship. What is this person like? How do they treat you? Most importantly, ponder who you have to be in order to draw this person into your life! Even if already partnered, you can improve your bond by doing this “4th dimensional” healing. Let this be a fresh start with new karma! Also, if you feel stuck or frustrated at work, things should correct by midmonth.

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Gemini (May 21 – June 20) Your spiritual life has been reinvigorated by Mercury retrograde (it’s not always just about challenges and misunderstandings!) Meditate on if your friends, hobbies and goals actually match your spirituality. You can attract new people who resonate with your authentic self. Follow intuitions about different ways to spend your time. Depression fades and fulfillment floods in! Cancer (June 21 – July 22) Awesome job possibilities pop up! Don’t doubt yourself or second guess your “luck” — it’s a new karmic beginning for you, so open to the good energy that awaits you! You sowed for this, and you deserve it! You’ll also have experiences that heal your heart from old wounds that limit trust in others. Release the past and embrace the love, abundance and prosperity that the present is giving you! Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22) Mercury retrograde might have caused dumb arguments in relationships. Now that it’s direct, meditate on your ego and how it keeps you from joy. Ponder the saying, “How important is it?” Does your “lower self” create drama for insignificant reasons? Better to argue with the part of you that limits your fulfillment than with your partner! If single, trounce negative inner voices that make you pessimistic or overly picky. Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22) Get ready for prosperity! Mars and Venus create new avenues for money flow! They also cause sexy sparks that begin a new relationship, or re-ignite passion in a current one. In order to enjoy what the Universe has in store, commit to your own self-care. Take breaks. Breathe deeply often. Practice yoga. Eat nourishing meals. Protect your mind from worry. Dwell on positive thoughts. Now you’re prepared for bliss! Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22) You’ll have breakthroughs in relationships! Even if struggling for the past two years, the energy changes and you’ll feel clear and healed. An issue resolves between you, or if single for awhile, you’ll meet someone who renews your faith in love! Children can be a source of inspiration, as can any artistic or creative outlet. Even pets can play the role of healer. Meanwhile, meditate to release disap-

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pointments, so you’re open for happiness! Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) How does the past cause you stress? As a Scorpio, releasing old experiences is more important than any other sign. Your energy gets blocked from repressed anger, buried disappointments and unacknowledged fear. Meditate and become willing to forgive these yucky memories. Ask the Universe to remove them from your consciousness. You’ll have more energy and be able to handle problems effortlessly. You’ll be healthy and happy! Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) Working with affirmations and creative visualization pays off! Mars and Venus bring healthy, happy relationships to you. You can also get a job offer doing something you love — working can be fun! It’s a good time to heal difficulties with siblings or close friends. Reach out with an open heart and old rifts melt away. Also start a new sport, or maybe dance classes. Be playful and enjoy life! Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) Meditate for divinely inspired ideas about finances. As Mercury goes direct mid-month, you’ll manifest the concepts, or at least make big strides in your plan. It’s a perfect time to organize your house and purge things you don’t need or use. This stimulates even more abundance! While you’re at it, rid your brain of mean thoughts about yourself so you’ll have better self-esteem!

Aluna Michaels is a second-generation astrologer and Soul Evolutionist practitioner. She also holds a Masters in Spiritual Counseling and has been teaching and consulting for more than two decades. Her book “Spiritual Gifts of the 12 Astrological Signs” is now on Amazon in Kindle version. Ms. Michaels is available for appointments in her home or by phone. Call (248) 583-1663 or visit alunamichaels.com

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ENERGY WORK Ronnie Wilson, Energy Healer, CranioSacral Therapist Creator of Quantum Shift Energetix 913-906-9986—www.innerjourneyhealing.com

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Randy Veitenheimer: Creative Energetic Health 30+ years training in Eastern, Western & Native traditions.(785) 766-9253 www.meetup.com/ Health-and-Healing-with-Energy-Medicine/

Justin & Sharon Orth - Spring Forest Qigong Practitioners/Healers and Certified Qigong Level 1 Instructors. EFT (BAS/ADV) www.meetup.com/Spring-Forest -Qigong-Meetup-Group/ (913) 244-0167 for info.

ENTERTAINMENT Laura Packer, storyteller, writer, coach Storytelling for families, adults, corp/private events. B-days, weddings, funerals, holidays, classes 781-526-7255 www.laurapacker.com

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New Day Hypnotherapy, LLC Carol Henderson, CH. Stress, Fears, Stop Smoking, Lose Weight, Grief & more. www.newdayhypno.com 913-908-6907 Alternative Healing Modalities by Sherri "Shakti" Mack Past-life Regressions, Quantum Hypnosis, & more! 913-514-2644. bahasherri@yahoo.com

Dr. Jay Peters Marriage & Addictions Counselor. Smoking/ Weight Mgmt. Hypnosis. Regression/Past Life Hypnosis 913-339-9591 www.drjaypeters.com Elizabeth HunterHunter-Blank, LCSW Assisting clients with grief & loss, chronic & serious illness, relationship issues, depression & anxiety. 4104 Central St. KCMO 64111. 816.582.3877

Advanced Quantum Healing Hypnosis Expand your awareness, receive healing Karen Marie, MS, www.co-createnow.com 913-954-9701 intendingmiracles@yahoo.com

Sheri Parker Taylor, LSCSW, Psychotherapist Master Coach/Trainer of Hypnosis & NLP WWW..KansasNLP.com;785-224-5798 Merci379@aol.com Individual Sessions/Classes

INTUITIVE Shane Knox, Psychic Shaman Intuitive Readings, Shamanic Life Coaching by phone or SKYPE. Schedule now at SHANEKNOX.ME or call 417-866-2248

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Barb Hoffman, MA, LPC, LCSW, in KCMO; 816.561.1116 Indiv./Couples/Family Therapy Depression & anxiety, abuse & trauma, grief & loss, addictions, relationships. Most insurance.

Healing Thru Music and Life Coaching For more info. Contact Kathleen (913)206-2151 or Klmamuric@yahoo.com $25.00 per session.

Mindful Counseling, Pamela Wagner, LMSW Play therapy for children (2-12); mindful self-compassion for caregivers. 913 488-8071, www.mindfulcounselingllc.com

Laura Wolf, Transformational Life Coach Unlock Your PASSION, POWER & PURPOSE Counseling, Breathwork, Yoga, Shamanic Journeys www.shamansheartsanctuary.org 913-721-6655

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Kansas City Meditation Group of SelfSelf-Realization Fellowship Sunday Service 10AM 10819 Wornall Rd, KCMO http://kcmeditation.com/ 816-799-5544

NUTRITION & WELLNESS Ayurveda Practitioner, Stephanie Kieltyka Mohr works to find health & relieve disease with recommendations for diet, exercise and lifestyle. www.GoWithSteph.com Kimberlin Hypnosis, LLC Kathleen Kimberlin, CHt Smoking/weight loss/childbirth/past life/behavior www.HYPNOSISEMPOWERS.com Call for free consultation (816) 305-8418

PETS N2paws Offering Doga (doggie yoga) an integrated approach to balance & relaxation for you and your canine companion! www.n2paws.com 816-522-7005

REAL ESTATE Put the OM in your home, Lanae Blattner Licensed Realtor in Kansas/Missouri Lanaekc.com; 913.633.4930; lblattner@remax.net

RETREATS The Journey Home, Retreat and Event Facility Retreats, Conferences, Weddings, Parties www.journeyhomeretreats.com, near KCI 816-501-6350; info@journeyhomeretreats.com

SHAMANISM Daniel Baxley, Shamanic Healing and Teachings, Pachakuti Mesa Tradition. Sweat Lodges, Workshops. 816-769-7343, www.shamanicpathways.net

THRIFT STORE 20% off your purchase every time you donate. 25% off every Tuesday with Savers Club Card.13233 Shawnee Msn Parkway, Shawnee, KS 913.248.1938

YOGA Mark Blanchard’s Power Yoga. Focused on breathwork. No levels, props, music or egos. Lots of events! In Ranch Mart Center in OP. www.markskcyoga.net; 913-901-8970. The Yoga School of Therapeutics Kansas State Education Board Approved School 10400 W. 103rd Street, #14 Overland Park, KS

Leavenworth Yoga CoCo-op Join us at Leavenworth's only yoga studio. Daily yoga classes, massage therapy, and Tai Chi. 913-933-9595 ~ www.LvnYogaCoop.com

Events FEBRUARY 3 CLEARING AND TRANSFORMING YOUR ENERGY AROUND MONEY Begin shifting your energy around money, freeing you to be more purposeful and prosperous. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. $25 Vivian Faulkner, Money Coach and Energy Healer 913-735-3183 Core Star Energy Healing School, 6045 Martway, Mission, KS FEBRUARY 5 INTRODUCTION TO REIKI. 7:00 p.m. FREE Learn how it can be used in your life for healing, growth, and expansion. Reiki is a divine gift that is available to all and can be learned by anyone. Reiki is simple to learn and use, yet it is very powerful, loving and healing energy. Transcendence Wellness Center 5053 Merriam Drive, Merriam KS 66203 Reservations (913) 387-4631 or www.transcendencekc.com FEBRUARY 5, 12, 19 AND 26 HEALING WITH THE HATHORS Meet Thursdays in February to explore the Hathor geometric meditations and take advantage of discussion opportunities. Call Linda at 816-833-1129 or email laylahv@swbell.net for more information. FEBRUARY 7 PARTNER YOGA WORKSHOP DATE NIGHT IN LEAVENWORTH Bring your spouse, partner or friend. $25 per person, includes 2 -hour workshop, refreshments and wine. 6-9:30 p.m. Leavenworth Yoga Co-op. Register: www.LvnYogaCoop.com or 913933-9595.

FEBRUARY 7-8 REIKI I & II Learn energy healing skills for yourself and others. Intro to essential oils included. 9am – 6:30pm, $320 with early deposit. CEs for nurses, massage therapists, marriage and family therapists, social workers, substance abuse counselors. Karen Harrison, ICRT Licensed Reiki Master, Leawood, KS. 816-523-4440. karen@karenharrison.net www.kar enharrison.net. FEBRUARY 10 CORE STAR ENERGY HEALING CLINIC 7:15 p.m. $20 Experience the benefits of energy healing. 6045 Martway, Suite 104 Mission, KS Reservations 913-831-4422 CoreStarEnergyHealing.com FEBRUARY 10 SPIRITUAL LIVING AT CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING CROSSROADS Deepening Our Faith Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.6424 Vista Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 For more information call (913) 441-1266 Appreciative Giving. All are welcome. FEBRUARY 10 HEART TO HEART: CONNECTING W/THOSE WHO MOST MATTER Does your life need a spark of energy? Are you living without a clear sense of purpose and focus? Are you stuck in your story? IGNITE Your Life! workshop w/ Sharon McGloin and Denise Mills, 6 – 9 p.m. (networking @ 5:30), in OP. Only $49; save 20% w/2 or more workshops: www.igniteyourlifekc.com.

FEBRUARY 13 WORLD SOUND HEALING DAY FREE CONCERT for World Sound Healing Day at Aquarius. World Sound Healing Day is February 14th. Join Women of the Drum and Music of the Spheres a day early to send a sonic Valentine for Mother Earth! Call Linda at 816-833-1129 or email laylahv@swbell.net for more information. FEBRUARY 13 - 15 LEANING INTO LOVE: THE AWAKENED HEART Led by Lisa Ferraro and Erika Luckett Tools, experiential processes and amazing music to increase joy, meaning, and purpose in our lives. CSL Crossroads 6424 Vista Drive Shawnee, KS www.brownpapertickets.co m/event/969988 FEBRUARY 14 FREE VALENTINE'S DAY WEDDINGS, HOLY UNIONS & VOW RENEWALS AT UNITY TEMPLE ON THE PLAZA Unity Temple on the Plaza will once again offer couples free weddings, holy unions and vow renewals ceremonies on Valentine's Day. Let this once-a-year gift from Unity Temple help make your special day with that special someone irresistibly convenient and affordable. To reserve your time and chapel or for more information contact Christine Garvey (816) 561-4466, christine@unitytemple.com or come by Unity Temple on the Plaza, 707 West 47th St., KCMO, Mondays-Thursdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm for an on site visit.

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FEBRUARY 14 LISA FERRARO AND ERIKA LUCKETT IN CONCERT 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. CSL Crossroads 6424 Vista Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 http:// www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/986051 FEBRUARY 15 TRANSCENDENCE ACADEMY Transcendence Wellness Center is excited to announce the creation of a private school, Transcendence Academy. This revolutionary school is set to open in the fall of 2015. 1 pm at 5053 Merriam drive Merriam KS to learn about the mission, philosophy and curriculum.This is your opportunity to meet the board of directors, and offer your input about what you would like in a school. transcendencekc.com FEBRUARY 15 THE HEALING POWER OF THE DRUM 6 – 7 p.m. Ancient rhythms, drums and rattles combine to make this class a relaxing, mind altering experience. Cost $10, City in Motion, 3925 Main, KCMO. Contact Regina Compernolle 816-547-0266 FEBRUARY 19 SATSANG: A CELEBRATION OF SANSKRIT MANTRA FOR HEALING & HEALERS New science validates how this ancient practice promotes healing. Facilitated by Joann Atchity, RN BSN. 7-8:30 p.m. at Healing Energy Wellness. RSVP/ Directions: 913.730.0990. Suggested donation: $10.

FEBRUARY 21 PRS BRAIN FITNESS PROGRAM ManDee Nogle speaking on Brain Fitness. 7 p.m. at Westwood Community Center, 4700 Rainbow Blvd., Westwood, KS. Members free, guests $5. More info: www.prskc.org. FEBRUARY 21 KIDS YOGA WORKSHOP IN LEAVENWORTH Kids love yoga with us! Geared toward ages 6-12. $5 per child. 1 -2 p.m. Leavenworth Yoga Coop, 521 Delaware St., Leavenworth. Register: LvnYogaCoop.com or 913-933-9595. FEBRUARY 21 AKASHIC RECORDS NORTHLAND MEET-UP Join us for a unique and powerful journey in the Akashic Records. Navigate your experience with the support of Stephanie Forcier, Certified Teacher. 1011:30 a.m. @ Living Balance Chiropractic 5910 NW 63rd Terr, KC, MO 64151 RSVP for a spot: 816260-2438, email: stephanie@innerwisdomevolution.com or Facebook FEBRUARY 24 SPIRITUAL LIVING AT CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING CROSSROADS Deepening Our Faith Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 6424 Vista Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 For more information call (913) 441-1266 Appreciative Giving. All are welcome. FEBRUARY 24 CORE STAR ENERGY HEALING CLINIC 7:15 p.m. $20 Experience the benefits of energy healing. 6045 Martway, Suite 104 Mission, KS Reservations 913-831-4422 CoreStarEnergyHealing.com

MARCH 2-6 & MARCH 9-13 INTENSIVE THAI YOGA MASSAGE WORKSHOP LEVEL 1&2 SCHOOL OF THAI MASSAGE 10 Day (60 hour) Practitioner Training. Explore the principles of Thai Massage Sen (energy lines) Therapy Anatomical approach Assisted stretching, trigger point therapy Using breath and rhythm Unity Temple on the Plaza 707 East 47th St. KCMO Contact Shambhavi at 913-375-0716 www.schoolofthaimassage.com MARCH 3 CLEARING AND TRANSFORMING YOUR ENERGY AROUND MONEY Begin shifting your energy around money, freeing you to be more purposeful and prosperous. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. $25 Vivian Faulkner, Money Coach and Energy Healer 913-735-3183 Core Star Energy Healing School, 6045 Martway, Mission, KS MARCH 7 SPIRIT ANIMAL MANDALA WORKSHOP Saturday, March 7. Four-hour workshop to contact a power animal and bring back a healing symbol. $55.00. March 2nd preregistration required. $25.00 due at registration. Call Linda at 816-833-1129 or email laylahv@swbell.net for more information. MARCH 7-9 HOLY FIRE KARUNA REIKI MASTER The next step after Reiki Master. Learn chanting. 9am – 6:30pm. $825 with early deposit. CEs for nurses, massage therapists, marriage and family therapists, social workers, substance abuse counselors. ICRT Licensed Reiki Master, Leawood. 816-5234440. karen@karenharrison.net www.karenharrison.net

MARCH 10 STAY TRUE: KEEPING COMMITMENTS TO SELF & OTHERS Does your life need a spark of energy? Are you living without a clear sense of purpose and focus? Are you stuck in your story? IGNITE Your Life! workshop w/ Sharon McGloin and Denise Mills, 6 – 9 p.m. (networking @ 5:30), in OP. Only $49; save 20% w/2 or more workshops: www.igniteyourlifekc.com. ONGOING REIKI CIRCLE Unity Church of Overland Park – 10300 Antioch, OPKS. 2nd and 4th Mondays 7-9pm. Love offering. All welcome. Receive a Reiki treatment. For flier email karen@karenharrison.net. 816523-4440 RESTORATIVE YOGA IN LEAVENWORTH Wednesdays 2-3 p.m. and Fridays 6:30 -7:30 p.m. Gentle, relaxing class for all levels. 521 Delaware St., Leavenworth. Register: www.LvnYogaCoop.com or 913-933-9595. SPIRITUAL LIVING AT CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING CROSSROADS February Series: Deepening Our Faith Every Tuesday, 6:30pm 7:30pm 6424 Vista Drive Shawnee, KS 66218 For more information call (913) 441-1266 Appreciative Giving. All are welcome. ALMOST YOGA FOR THE STIFF & INFLEXIBLE Wednesdays 5:30-6:45 p.m. and Sundays 1:15-2:30 with Jocelyn Costa. Love offering, bring mat and water. At Village Wellness Connection in Claycomo, 816.803-8056, www.VWellnessConnection.com.

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FIRST SATURDAY TRANSCENDENCE WELLNESS CENTER “Become a Master Manifestor & Open your own Intuition Workshop” 10am-1pm And “Emotional Healing Workshop” 2pm-6pm 4 week Workshops Relationships ~ Money ~ Health ~ Career ~ Job ~ Purpose ~ Self These 4 week workshops dive deeply into the subconscious mind where blocks are held. Unblock & heal triggers & heartaches of the past. Reg. required www.transcendencekc.com or (913) 387-4631 JIN SHIN JYUTSU CLASSES 1st Wednesdays and 3rd Tuesdays 1-2 p.m. with Linda Meserve 913.706.3107, love offering, no experience required. At Village Wellness Connection in Claycomo, www.VWellnessConnection.com. SERENITY PAUSE™ MEDITATION 7 DAYS A WEEK - 365 DAYS A YEAR, 12:10pm-12:40pm and 5:30 p.m.—6:00 p.m., Myrtle Fillmore Chapel. Love offering. Unity Temple on the Plaza, 707 W. 47th St, KCMO 64112 www.unitytemple.com or call 816-561-4466

ENERGY HEALING SESSIONS FOR CANCER PATIENTS AND VETERANS By Appointment. The Kansas City Healing Project provides energy healing sessions for cancer patients and veterans. Our clients have been experiencing a reduction of their stress, anxiety and pain levels. These sessions are provided at NO COST to the client. Contact John Hoefer at 816-718-6358 for details. KansasCityHealingProject.org

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