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NATURAL LIVING ON THE CENTRAL COAST

SOUL CarE Moving into a PUPPET new age MASTERS FEng Shui Bianca Cardis

A CREATIVE LIFE

ISSUE 31

readers

Gnostic Forest offers readings daily from 10am – 4pm • Tel: 02 4344 5251

Bridget – Mon

Bridget knows Palmistry to be a map of the person. A skilled and intuitive interpretation with the wisdom of experience can reveal you to yourself. You can change your lifestyle, career and love life. It is within your power.

Clare – Sun & Mon

Coming from a long line of Scottish mediums, Clare is able to give accurate Angel intuitive readings, using psychometry she can empower you to find your true life path.

Barbara – Tues, Wed, Sat

Medium – connects to lost loved ones. Psychic – feels into situations to give guidance and direction. Intuitive – sensitive to your inner world.

Seamus – Tues, Wed, Fri

Using the Lenormand Gypsy Cards, Seamus views your current life path and interprets dream messages. For over 25 years he has helped lost and earthbound souls to find peace, allowing calm and good fortune back into the lives of clients.

June – Thurs & Sun by phone

Uses psychometry (jewellery reading) psychic and mediumship skills to contact those in spirit. A master Feng Shui practitioner (30 years experience) understand how energy moves and the art of placement to guide you towards ease.

Suzanne – Thurs & Sun

Suzanne has been reading for 30+ years using her psychic ability, intuition, tarot and oracle cards. She can help you clarify your current situation, look forward to what is to come and assist you to trust your inner guidance.

Jennifer – Fri & Sat

Genuine and honest, Jennifer uses tarot, astrology and numerology to give specific and accurate information about now and timing for future possibilities.

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Readers offer interpretations of the situation and possible outcomes. As this is the world of free will you always have the power to change outcomes and determine your own future.

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nother year closes and the New Year holds the promise of continued change.

We each get to decide what habits and values we carry forward and which prejudices and outdated thinking we will throw out with the old calendar. Gnostic Corner has weathered the storm of 2020 in our usual resilient fashion. Gnostic Mana Cafe bearing the brunt of restrictions and graciously amending their daily routine to keep all customers feeling safe and secure. Peninsula Yoga on Gnostic took classes to Zoom until the studio was re-opened and now has a full timetable offering both formats. Gnostic Healing Centre has been rebirthed and now expands to offer an even wider range of spiritual and physical healing. We thank all our clients, customers and friends for their continued support, and wish all of you a safe and happy holiday season followed by a New Year full of comfortable surprises.

– Mary

EDITORS: Mary and Emily Holstein

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PERSPECTIVE 2021................................................... 5

COVER: Bianca Cardis.

LOCAL/A CREATIVE LIFE...................................... 6

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EXPLORING THE PARANORMAL........................ 9

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HEALING/IRIDOLOGY............................................. 11

Published by Gnostic Magazine ©2020/21

WISEUP/Satiated Samadhi........................... 12

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Disclaimer: The information contained within Gnostic Magazine is given in good faith, obtained from sources believed to be accurate. The views expressed by contributors are not necessarily those of the publishers who do not expect or invite any person to act or rely on any statement, opinion or advice contained herein. Interested persons should rely on their own enquiries.

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Gnostic School of Higher Learning Monday 7–9pm: Recommencing January 2021 Philosophy A casual discussion group using philosophical principles to examine the physical and spiritual processes of life. In a relaxed informal way we cover topics like, your place in the world, how your thoughts and words manifest into your experiences. We consider the frequencies that unite us all and everyone’s opinion is respected..

All open minds welcome $10 Gnostic Forest 4344 5251 Wednesday 10am: Free Talk A great place to connect. We offer our space to a different speaker each week. You will meet some news friends, maybe connect with some old and learn something new each week.

Come along and experience our community at work. Gold coin donation.

Gnostic Forest 4344 5251 Thursday 10–11am: Meditation With over 20 years of experience Michel uses Guided meditations with help from the spirit realms.

Practise ways to find your centre, find keys to stillness, peace and your true self. Gold coin donation.

Michell 0411 605 848

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Saturday 11am: Meditation A relaxing guided meditation, to help bring the mind and body into a state of peacefulness. $15 Angie Starbright 0424 290 128 Saturday 1–2.30pm: All is of God. We are spirit.

Our wisdom and guidance will help you realize and be your highest truth. Know your oneness, feel God and divine Love. Over 20 years of experience. Cost: $15.

For inquiries or booking phone Michell 0411 605 848 WORKSHOPS Saturday alternate weeks 3–5pm: Opening your Gifts Each fortnight we come together to understand Universal Law and what it is that closes your heart to yourself and others. As you begin to open your heart more deeply your gifts also start to open in a safe and held environment. $29.

Please phone Ama’taria 0475 411 963 to confirm Saturday alternate weeks 5:30–7pm: Unveiling Your Body We all have trauma held in the cells of our body, this creates pain, disease or illness. During our time together you will work with a code (form of mandala) to support the unlocking of the story you hold that creates the pain. $29.

Please phone Ama’taria 0475 411 963 to confirm

Contact Gnostic Forest for other courses and workshops 4344 5251 Saturday alternate weeks 3–5pm: Women’s Circle Using self care tools and working with the moon phases to empower and integrate emotions, creating a calmer happier YOU. $29.

Phone Kate to book your place 0404 495 678 SUNDAY 1st Sunday alternate months 10am–12.30 Oct, Dec: Mandala Workshop Learn how to make symmetrical mandala from scratch, suitable for all ages. Materials provided Cost $40 Sarah 0487 764 305 SUNDAY 1st Sunday alternate months 10am–12.30 Nov: Vision board Workshop Make your dreams on paper come true in reality, suitable for all ages. Materials provided Cost $40 Sarah 0487 764 305 It is our intention to offer space for the distribution of knowledge. Each facilitator shares their opinions and students receive through their own interpretation taking full responsibility to discern their own gnosis.

PERSPECTIVE

Moving into a

New Age

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s we move further into the 21st Century and the 3rd decade begins, we inhabit a world of ever-increasing rapid change. The cycles are moving faster than before and we are being asked to leave behind systems that will not serve us in the future.

Some personalities embrace the change and move forward accepting new technologies with enthusiasm. Others resist and try to slow the inevitable wheel of progress. It is not always easy to see the benefits of change when the way things have been seemed to work.

Some hidden force is driving the experience forward. The planet earth rotates daily without our permission, we travel in orbit around our Sun without even thinking about it. Our Solar System led by the Sun moves through space at a reported speed of 20,000 km per second towards an unknown destination.

We are participating in all of this without giving it much, if any, thought at all. Distracted by the dramas of the mundane, we give little consideration to the macrocosm we are involved in. Where are we headed? What are we progressing towards? Who is driving the bus?

The experience of this cosmic dance is towards enlightenment and it can be an exhilarating one. Ruphert Sheldrake contributed the idea that we are involved in the Morphic Resonance Field. Each thought and action influence the field of potential and slightly alters the direction of the collective future experience. Consider it a privilege to be on this bus, to share the ride with other unsuspecting souls. We never really know who sits beside us, or how long they will

accompany us on the journey towards who knows where. We are not even sure from one day to the next when it will be our turn to stand from our seat and depart the bus.

To embrace the journey with curiosity and kindness will make the ride more pleasant for ourselves and the other passengers. Have faith rather than fear about our destination and trust the invisible driver to properly do his job.

An interesting thing in the crazy world of duality is that opposites cancel each other out. This is such an important clue on how to live a happy life. Identify the feeling that presides and apply the remedy of opposite. When you live in fear you have lost your faith. If you add trust, doubt will evaporate. Unhappy? Put some fun on your menu. Even feeling like a victim dissolves when you add a daily dose of gratitude. If these suggestions sound too uncomplicated, perhaps you have allowed a habit to form of reacting in a certain way to life. Habits left unchecked become personalities and personalities create filters of perception that influence the way we see the world.

If you still feel resistance to the future, whether you are on the bus or wondering about the planets survival, I suggest you allow the other passengers in your life to inspire you. Join groups online or in life that are active in seeing and creating a more positive world, one filled with optimism.

Mary Holstein, The creator of Gnostic Forest

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LOCAL

a CReative life

3 words: grateful expressive enthusiastic

Bianca Cardis is a creative woman living on the coast. Her priorities are her family, making time for creation and bringing people together in joy.

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y business projects are based on an idea and if the feeling / hunch is strong enough I go with it and take action.

When we first started our markets in Avoca 11 years ago, we had two small kids, had not long moved to the coast and had no idea how to run a market. Again, we acted on our hunch and took action. There was so much planning to do with all the council obligations and it felt overwhelming. We kept going and the first market rained and we had to cancel. It was devastating. After we finally went ahead, we held the markets there for a year. We were then told we would have to move up the road to a new location. At the time it was a big deal, as the beachfront location was spectacular and so much planning had gone into that site.

What we didn’t know at the time was that we were being gifted a much bigger, and even more beautiful site, with the huge trees, lagoon and the beach still so close. Looking back, it was a total blessing in disguise, as it propelled the market into a beautiful place for many creatives. I do believe that what flows to us with little resistance is what’s meant for us, and I’m stepping into this more and more.

Sustaining a healthy balance for me has definitely had its challenges. I find when you love what you do and it does not feel like work it’s difficult to stop sometimes!

The iphone these days also means I can work anywhere, answering emails, doing socials etc, so I find nature to be the great balancer.

Going for a barefoot walk, or even heading away to camp while I work is something I often to keep my balance.

The things that make me smile are random acts of kindness, sitting in circle with friends, family and my dog Gypsy.

2020 has been such a blessing for our family. Working so hard for years it was a welcome relief to just slow down. Like so many others we had time to be more creative, cook as a family, walk together and really just pause. My husband Brad had the time finally to fullfill a lifelong dream of being able to get his study complete to become a teacher. 2020 has brought us closer together. It’s been a great time of reflection, unity and clarity. Sometimes, of course, the togetherness was a bit much, as we are all so used to our own lives and routines.

I had to head out for a walk for quiet time.

I see us in ten years still doing creative work on the coast, but I also plan on studying astrology next year. That will also be a part of my ten year plan to help guide others through astrology. It would be nice to have a business

one day that is not at the mercy of mother nature the way outdoor events are! I’m hoping our family remain close, loving and connected. All honoring ourselves and following our hunches and working it out together.

I pray our society really starts to listen as we are close to a tipping point in humanity. We need to come together as a community, look after each other and ourselves. Mother earth needs to breathe and be honoured again. We are being given an opportunity to change the path that lay ahead but the time is NOW. The next ten years will be the result of what we have all collectively chosen. I pray, the choosing is done consciously. Life is good.

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HEALING

The history of

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yes are often described as the windows to the soul.The study of the eyes which is used to diagnose and improve health is called Iridology.

By studying the coloured part of your eye, which is called the Iris, for patterns, colour and fibre structure, the Iridologist can quickly access the general state of health, and any underlying conditions or pre-dispositions. Each organ and part of the body has a corresponding area that is represented in your iris. Interpretation of these signs helps to establish how your body is working.

Other aspects of Iridology can also indicate genetically inherited and lifestyle patterns which may help to establish the trajectory of your life path. This information then helps to provide a basis of treatment with herbs, nutritional and other natural medicines to enhance your health.

In the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, writings and works on Iris markings and their meanings were recorded, mainly by general medical practitioners.

One of the earliest was Dr Ignatz von Peczely, a Hungarian doctor. While still a child he accidentally broke the leg of an owl. He noticed a black mark appearing in the owl’s eye, which over time changed in form and shading.

Ignatz von Peczely qualified in medicine at the Vienna Medical College in 1867. He had ample opportunity to study the irises of patients before and after surgery, systematically recording, correlating and publishing his research in the book, Discoveries in the Realms of Nature and Art of Healing. His ‘Iris Chart’ was established in 1880.

In the 1860’s, a young Swedish boy, Nils Liljequist became ill as the consequence of a vaccination. Following doses of quinine and iodine he noticed changes in colour of his formerly blue eyes, as the drug spots appeared.

In 1870, he published a paper describing his experiences, Quinine and Iodine change the Colour of the Iris, and in 1893 published Om Oegendiagnosen, which included his ‘Iris Chart’.

We should not be surprised that Liljequist and von Peczely’s ‘Iris Charts’ were very similar.

Gnostic Healing is developing a strong team of practitioners to address any health imbalances. Iridology is one of our respected modalities and we are happy to arrange an appointment to see what your eyes reveal.

Katie Pearson – Herbal Medicine, Iridology & Tibetan Reiki. Available at Gnostic Healing Centre 8:30am Sunday & Thursdays.

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ROCKS

Malachite

This green banded mineral from the Congo is one of the most easily identified and striking crystals for collectors young and old.

At Gnostic Rocks we’ve found that there is some fake malachite creeping out into the retail market that is fooling some people. We’ve melted some chip bracelets with a lighter to prove to an unsuspecting supplier that got duped!

Fake Malachite can be identified by jagged banding and is usually quite a bit lighter in weight than the real McCoy which gets its dense weight from the copper that is a part of its composition. Natural Malachite is heavy for its size and the banding is rounded, organic and flowing like growth rings of a tree. It can also be found with associated minerals like Azurite or Chrysocolla. Check over pieces to see if they have been back filled with crushed grains of malachite – it’s not a big deal but the valleys in some specimens get filled like this for aesthetic reasons.

Be sure to buy your gemstones from reputable and experienced dealers to be sure you don’t get duped. Remember, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is!

Keep Rockin, Emily

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ach Year Thomas Zimer constructs a valuable tool for planting by the phases of the moon. This informative wall chart shows and explains the best times to plant certain crops.

Root vegetables like to be planted during the third week of the moon cycle, while annuals and leafy greens respond better to planting during the week of the New Moon.

There is also an educated overview of the astrological influences for the upcoming year.

2020 Thomas saw as a year of homeostasis, he describes the earth’s ability to adapt and heal. He suggested a remedy for living in a time of ‘craziness’. The individual should live in a state of mindfulness and purpose.

There is nothing quite as effective in keeping one out of negativity and despair as a clear sense of purpose. If one is engaged in a task with a definite aim, then the surrounding conditions – the dust and the dirt – do not seem to matter all that much. By this he is referring to a worsening condition of the world culture where truth is being lost in a ‘shouting match’ of bias and opinion. Where leadership is being taken over by liars and clowns.

It would be impossible to describe generally how one goes about defining such an authentic sense of purpose for oneself. That is the work!

It will invariably have something to do with service. When our motivation is basically to help out, to make things better for someone, then we will never be too far from happiness.

With the accuracy of the 2020 forecast we can look with confidence to what Thomas predicts for 2021 – the atmosphere of crises will soon settle down, we still have to digest what

we have learned in over a decade of disillusionment. But the intensity will drop away.

During 2020 restrictions limited your outside engagements which gave you a nicer more creative, healthy, and relaxing experience. We now live in a post truth society the habit of trusting authorities has given way to cynicism and disbelief.

There is a subtle phenomenon in operation here, your own faculty of intuition is beginning to open. The gift comes in a quiet flash of insight at a moment of questioning. Somehow you get a satisfactory sense of understanding or direction. This activates the most amazing coincidences in your life, whereby problems are resolved in ways you couldn’t have figured out logically.

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WISEUP

Satiated Samadhi “Eat when hungry, sleep when tired.”

Apparently, the Zen masters say that.

You wouldn’t imagine that I could screw up such a basic directive so often. Maybe the Zen masters aren’t on social media. Do they have vegan schnitzel burgers and double shot iced coffee in the monasterys?

The subtle wisdom of my body sits waiting patiently as I dart about, distracted by my senses and my internal stories.

Whatever the stimulus to ignoring my knowing, it’s always another opportunity to step outside of habit and deeply observe ‘what is’ to know what’s needed.

In meeting these desires – probably more aptly called distractions – I switch off from the signals my body gives me. That it is tired, that it is full.

Learning to distinguish what the body needs and what it craves is a part of my training. The true lesson of “Eat when hungry, Sleep when tired” is actually in the flip side. Don’t eat when you aren’t hungry.

And that covers all manner of consumption… be it

TV, social media, attention… When you reach for an external stimulus, what are you really needing? To bring awareness and not to use food (or anything external) as a substitute for emotional or spiritual sustenance. Sitting back and checking in on where the actual need is. Comfort comes in many forms and exploring self-care through somatic communion – talking to your body – can have surprising results. Choosing a bath over a bowl of ice cream, or an early night snuggled down in bed resting over another season of something on Netflix.

Your body and being talks so loudly if you are willing to listen.

Those clever Zen practitioners also say: “The biggest bowl fills last”.

When we don’t take note and pause in appreciation of our satisfaction, our unconscious cravings begin to drive our experience. Through awareness and appreciation, we can learn to keep our “bowl” small. In this way it doesn’t take much to satisfy.

When we do, it can hit the spot with more ripples of gratitude, presence and pleasure.

May you find your satisfaction today and every day you choose.

– Emily, Gnostic Rocks

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TEA

Sinus Support Eyebright (Euphrasia Officinalis)

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he pretty little flowers known as Euphrasia or eyebright is steeped in history dating back to antiquity. In Roman and Greek Mythology there were three Charites or “Graces”: Aglaia, the Grace that symbolized Beauty, Euphrosyne, (Euphrasia) the Grace of Delight and Thalia, the Grace of Blossom. According to Greek poet Pindar, these enchanting goddesses were created to fill the world with pleasant moments and goodwill. Thus, the pretty little herb Eyebright helps bring delight to the Eyes of mere mortals; literally as well as figuratively. The Graces found their way onto Italian cameo brooches, being one of the most popular design used in the soap stone carvings that adorn these brooches worn by the rich during the Renaissance.

Eyebright has been traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory, drying and membrane tonifying qualities and became historically popular as an eyewash and to help with allergies.

The herb’s Greek name, Euphrasia, means gladness, referring to how you may feel if the herb restores your eye health!

We have placed Eyebright herb into our beautiful Sinus Support Tea, to help us with seasonal allergies so we can become friends with the flowers and bee’s again. This wonderful blend contains Eyebright, Elderflower, Echinacea, Nettle, Chamomile and Peppermint. The Sinus Support tea is gentle and light tasting with a peppermint base.

At Gnostic Healing Centre we specialize in creating tea blends to work on a variety of conditions and symptoms. We also love to make customized blends for people and their worries. Please pop in to visit us and get inspired for new ways to improve your wellbeing.

Katie works at reception at Gnostic Healing and is also a trained Herbal Medicine Reiki Iridologist.

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Exploring the

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nne and Renata have both been interested in the paranormal since their teens and have pursued the desire to learn more about ghost hunting by joining and moving through various groups and teams until their paths crossed about 5 years ago.

Renata had organised a ghost cruise to Melbourne but suffered from terrible sea sickness and so had to go on a search for a tour guide that could look after her tour group whilst they were travelling from Sydney to Melbourne and back onboard ship.

This was the beginning of a collaboration that has just grown to include continued study, travel overseas, work with well known internationally respected ghost hunters/paranormal investigators, guest speaking engagements, establishing the Australian School of Ghost hunting and more.

They also still work on their own businesses, Anne with Oz Para Tech, the largest online paranormal equipment store in Australia, and Renata with Newcastle Ghost Tours, a multi award winning dark tourism business in its 10th year.

Over the past few years both ladies have joined forces to include a weekly vodcast on paranormal topics as well as free live tarot readings also once a week. They are also run The Seance Parlour, a Victorian Style Seance experience, before Covid changed all of that.

All of this adds up to a very hectic schedule and the ability to meet and assist many different people. Anne and Renata have a desire to make the supernatural accessible to everyone and to provide a safe environment where they can ask questions, tell their personal stories and explore their own psychic/mediumship abilities and remove the stigma and biases associated with ghost hunting.

Anne and Renata believe there are many reasons why a spirit may choose to be here amongst the living. “It may be due to what we call ‘unfinished business’, or they may feel that they wish to stay and watch over a loved one. Perhaps they may not know they have left their physical body if their death was sudden. There are many more reasons, and it’s complicated, but so is life.”

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over the past few years and believe that these cycle in intensity. The current Covid situation has led to may people feeling very lost and asking the deep questions of what is their purpose and what might they do to be more in touch with their own spiritual path.

The same questions always come to the surface – what lies beyond? Is there life after death? Do demons exist? Can I make contact with my loved ones in spirit?

“Some people do experience hauntings and again, it’s complicated!”

There is no short answer and each case is unique with its own set of experiences.

In most cases Anne and Renata use their knowledge and expertise, to firstly try to dispel fear, and to offer advice as to what the clients can do to bring down anxiety and panic.

“We empower people to solve their problems.

Hollywood does not offer solutions – in fact it often just adds to the problem.In reality, it is rarely as horrifying as portrayed in the movies, and solutions to hauntings need to be tailor made to each circumstance.”

Anne and Renata invite those who seek more information to join them on their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/AnneandRenata/ and individually at: www.facebook.com/ozparatech/ www.facebook.com/ozghosttours/ and at their Ghost Hunting School at: www.facebook.com/schoolofghosthunting/ AND look out for their new podcast TRUE HAUNTINGS

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020 brought us a lot of surprises – some good and some not so good. So now it is time to get ready for 2021.

Its all about the flow of energy. It’s time to move as much energy as you can in your house.

We all want and need peace and harmony.

Here are few easy hints to make the home or work place a pleasure to be in – without spending a fortune!

I feel this time we will start at the front gate and have a walk through your home.

Let’s get things moving for the new year.

Can people find you easily? If they can’t, how will the good energy find us? Have your house number nice and clear and the path to your front door easy to walk.

No rubbish or brooms and such outside your front door.

Inside the door, have the Money Frog facing in to help with wealth.

A boat in the entry of the home, also facing inwards, brings you the harvest of life.

Don’t have a mirror opposite the door, it sends the good energies back out!

The lounge room is where we welcome our

guests and should always be extra tidy.

It is the impression we show the world.

In the Dining Room always sit in the same chair at the table or you are giving your power away. Eat at the table at least once a day as a family, to unite the energy of the family and the home.

These simple tips may sound like obvious things, but if you do a check around you will most certainly find a few things you can do to improve the natural flow of energy and improve the harmony in your home and family.

If – like a lot of families – the children bicker at the table, have a picture of a bridge by the table. With Christmas just around the corner it’s a good thing to get in place now to help avoid family tension over the holiday period.

To be continued next magazine, but this will get you started.

June Turner is a Feng Shui Consultant and Tarot Reader at Gnostic Forest.

Chinese 2021 Horoscope: Year of the White Metal Ox Year of Hard Work and Determination

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ccording to the Chinese Horoscope 2021, the Ox is a dependable and resilient animal that can be relied upon all the time.

This year is, therefore, synonymous with hard work, determination, strength and resilience to achieve the things that you want to accomplish. The Ox also signifies success and great achievements in all the projects that you are working on.

In 2021 you are being advised to make wise choices that will enable you to achieve your goals in life. You should not give up on your dreams. You have the potential to make something great out of your life this year. You can prove that you are capable of achieving anything that you set your mind and strength to.

When the Ox sets a goal he will not give up until the goal is attained. The main traits of the Ox are his integrity, honesty, and a great sense of responsibility. The Ox is a natural born leader who never backs down. He does everything possible to show people that he is the one in power.

Use the Ox energy this year wisely and success will be yours.

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Brasserie Bread sourdough, Turkish, multigrain or white

Haloumi Stack $17.50

Toasted Ham & Cheese Croissant $7

Sourdough toast stacked with poached eggs, haloumi, tomato, mushrooms, rocket & balsamic reduction.

Bacon and Egg Roll $11

Serve of bacon, fried egg & tomato relish on a milk bun.

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Toast with condiments. $5

Fresh Baked Croissant $4.50 with jam

V = Vegan GF = Gluten free V/A = Vegan Available on request Please let your waiter know if you’re Gluten free or Vegan.

Due care and respect is given to all dietary requirements.

For this reason, we will not heat or cook outside food at Gnostic Mana Café.

Phone Orders: 4344 1444 | www.gnosticmana.com.au

MENU

LUNCH FROM 10.30AM | SUMMER Please place order at counter Table water & cups in fridge Works Burger $17.50

Beef patty, crispy bacon, cheese, beetroot, egg, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Smokey BBQ & aioli on a milk bun.

Haloumi Burger $17

With caramelized onion, tomato, lettuce & aioli.

House made Falafel Burger (V) $16

Chicken Parmigiana $20

Crispy Schnitzel topped with Napolitana sauce, ham & mozzarella, served with chips

Gnostic Vegan Bowl $17 (GF) & (V)

House made falafel, polenta chips, avocado, warm Mediterranean veggies, hummus, vegan basil pesto and mixed leaves.

Crispy falafel patty with lettuce, tomato, red onion, carrot & beetroot on Turkish bun with hummus & vegan aioli.

Portuguese Chicken Burger $15

Grilled Vegetable Burger $16 (V) Grilled pumpkin, mushroom, roast capsicum, spinach with vegan cheese, vegan aioli & basil pesto on Turkish bun.

Southern Fried Chicken Burger $16

Portuguese Chicken Burger $16

Beef patty, cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, red onion, mustard & tomato sauce on a milk bun

Spiced grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, onion & chipotle aioli on a milk bun.

Southern Fried Chicken Burger $17

House made crispy chicken breast with bacon, coleslaw & sriracha aioli on a milk bun.

Spiced grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, onion & chipotle aioli on a milk bun.

House made crispy chicken breast w bacon, coleslaw & sriracha aioli on a milk bun

Gnostic Cheeseburger $14

The Works Burger $17

Beef patty, crispy bacon, cheese, beetroot, egg, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Smokey BBQ & aioli on a milk bun.

Gnostic Cheeseburger $15

Beef patty, cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, red onion, mustard & tomato sauce on a milk bun.

Fries Reg $5.50 | Large $8.50 Potato Wedges Reg $6.50 | Large $9.50 Sweet Potato Fries Reg $7.50 | Large $10.50

Schnitzel Burger $16.5

Chicken – from 12pm

With Cos lettuce, bacon, cheese and aioli

Semi dried tomato, vegan basil pesto, hummus & salad

XL Whole Roast Chicken $18.00 Half Roast Chicken $10.50 Quarter Roast Chicken $8.50 Half Chicken & Chips $14.90 Quarter Chicken & Chips $11.90 Chicken and Gravy Roll $9.50

Chicken Caesar Wrap $15

FRESH SALADS & PASTAS

All Burgers come with chips and can be made as Wraps. GF bun – add $2

House Made Falafel Wrap $14 (V)

Roast chicken, bacon, egg, cos lettuce, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing & optional anchovies.

Please see the back display for today’s selection

Smoked Salmon Wrap $15

Kids Beef Burger & Chips $9.50 Chicken & Chips $8.90 Ham & Cheese Toastie $6 Cheese Toastie $5 Gnostic Kids Breakfast $9

With cream cheese, dill aioli & rocket salad.

B.L.A.T Wrap $16

Crispy bacon, lettuce, avocado and tomato with aioli.

KIDS MENU

Phone Orders: 4344 1444 | www.gnosticmana.com.au

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CarE for youR SOuL Transpersonal Soul Centred Psychotherapy

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ife is full of losses. And it is filled with beauty.

When you are battered sometimes it feels hard to carry on. An existential crisis is a moment at which an individual questions the very foundations of their life: whether this life has any meaning, purpose, or value. As the armour around our hearts begin to fall off due to painful events, some people begin their journey of awareness. This is one of life’s greatest beauties, despite the pain. To those who awaken their souls and hearts, you are a true spiritual warrior.

Personal, Social and Global issues impact every human being both physically and emotionally. Transpersonal Soul Centred Psychotherapy is a wonderful way to find inner peace and well being and is a bridge between ancient, evidence based, researched Eastern philosophy, quantum physics and modern positive psychology.

Its focus is to help people with a large range of life challenges from crisis, trauma, grief, anxiety, stress and depression to chronic health issues and burnout, to work disappointments and financial frustrations, and, of course, relationship / family issues and spiritual guidance.

Soul Centred Therapies do not approach the human experience through pathology, but attends to the rich language of soul as it manifests in day to day life. The use of direct approaches such as transpersonal psychotherapy, holistic counselling, coaching, hypnotherapy, meditation, mindfulness based practices, presence and inquiry, yoga, energy psychology and non dual therapies are designed to guide participants and clients into self realization and encourage a life based on authentic peace, empowerment and true happiness.

We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.

–Teilhard de Chardin

Transpersonal SC psychotherapy calls on the healing power of Love and the wisdom of your own Soul.

Western culture has traditionally valued mind and spirit, as in science and organised religion, and neglected soul, as in the embodied experience of being human. TSCP sees you as whole, not defined by your problems. It is not a quick fix approach, but rather a supported approach where you are ‘accompanied ’ on your path to remembering your own perfection and sacred connection. It is entirely a holistic and universal belief system based on spirituality and core human values of truth and integrity.

Robyn Collins BAppSocSc.,BMSc,Tibetan Reiki Master – By Appointment at Gnostic Healing Centre.

Robyn’s unique approach to counselling individuals and families is built on a broad foundation of training from traditional approaches of Western Psychology and contemporary Soul Centred Approaches which allow for deep and rapid transformation restoring health, wellness, self realisation and empowerment.

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Fragrance expertise. Exceptional product. Local heart and soul.

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YOGA

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re you interested in trying out a yoga class at Gnostic? Maybe Yoga is on your bucket list for 2021. If yoga is on your bucket list let me demystify a few things for you.

Your age is no barrier, the age of my clients ranges from 15 to 101. Your level of fitness, flexibility, balance and strength is irrelevant.

There is a class suitable for you – from safely sitting in a chair to powerful and challenging sequences.

Yoga will compliment other sporting and fitness modalities. There is no particular yoga wear. Yoga is not a religion or gender specific.

There is no particular body shape required, no special language has to be learnt, you don’t have to chant, burn incense, eat mung beans or have been born under a relevant star sign. If you want to deepen your knowledge of yoga beyond the exercise you will be given that opportunity, but it won’t be forced.

What you do need is a desire to improve your wellness through structured and focused movement. Your physical and mental health will improve. The body functions at it’s optimum when it moves, that’s what it’s designed to do.

Yoga classes are structured in a format that ensures all the various planes of movement are activated so that every system of your body is stimulated and enhanced. You won’t be forced into patterns of movement that are uncomfortable, cause pain or aggravate old injuries. Your individual needs will be respected and catered for.

You will be introduced to practices aimed at calming your breath and relaxing your mind, a great way to de-stress, chill and improve your sleep.

The Peninsula Yoga on Gnostic class format is simple – move or exercise your body and innercise your mind.

John Wilson, www.peninsulayogacentre.com.au.

John is a true local, having been a resident of the Woy Woy Peninsula for 30 years and has offered Yoga classes for over 10 years.

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Spend over $50 on tea pots and receive a sample tea to try in it!

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Wildcraft Dispensary Botanical Compounds Every home first aid kit would benefit from these potent healing balms. Soothe irritation, treat bruising and sore muscles and enhance sleep.

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Angels Gnostic Forest has Angels of all shapes and sizes to remind us of our divine nature and that the spirit world is here with us, ready to assist when called upon.

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Children of all ages will love these retro games! From Popeye to Ludo, Pickup Sticks and Marbles – from $12.50 Available at Gnostic FOREST

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Make a plan!

2021 Diaries and Journals to help keep you inspired and on track – From $27.00 Available at Gnostic FOREST

White Sage White Sage sticks used by indigenous people for hundreds of years to clear space and reset after upset. From $9.95 Available at Gnostic FOREST

Rose Quartz Buddha Carving This stunning buddha is carved from a single piece of Rose Quartz and stands 17cm tall, priced at $2520.00 His smiling face is just one of many amazing carvings we have in store with other prices starting from $16.25.

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Homeopathic Remedies from Martin & Pleasance Handy spray bottles that can travel with you to quickly and easily alleviate annoying conditions on the go – from $13.00 Available at Gnostic HEALING CENTRE

Crystal Oracles Immerse yourself in the world of crystals with these colourful crystal oracle cards. Each boxed deck contains your cards and information to learn how to do readings for your friends and family. Starting from $29.95.

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FAVOURITES The Goddess Revolution RRP $20.00 • Mel Wells • Available @ Gnostic Forest

The Goddess Revolution is taking over as the new ‘antidiet’. This is not a fad diet or a set of rules to follow, but a revolutionary new way of thinking that will help women to end the war on their bodies, start embracing an incredibly rewarding relationship with food, and become happier and more fulfilled than they ever thought possible. Tackling very modern issues – including ‘fitspiration’ and the obsession with perfection caused by celebrity culture and magazine airbrushing – Mel speaks in a language that women can relate to. Written with passion from one Goddess to another, this book offers readers practical tips and powerful tools to give them back control of how they feel in their bodies and what they choose to put in them.

Awaken RRP $19.95 • Brett Jones • Available @ Gnostic Forest

Taking ageless spiritual teachings and bringing them into a new light, this book is essential for anyone seeking spiritual consciousness and enlightenment. There is one truth and one right path and in eloquent and simple terms Brett Jones places these before you. Practical exercises accompany the understandings and teachings that will show you how to maintain a background of peace and happiness in your life and to follow your ultimate journey. The journey of connection to the divine.

Empowering the Modern Goddess RRP $23.95 • S’Roya Rose • Available @ Gnostic Forest

From their ancient wisdom you will gain insight as to how each Goddess can empower your life, help you understand your emotions, in fact all aspects of your female journey.

From Maiden through Motherhood, to the Wisdom of the Crone. S’Roya has created a bridge that transcends the old ways, offering a new brand of feminine Deity energy. As you pathwork yourself as a 21st century Goddess or Priestess in training, use this book as a guide during your journey, for spiritual healing, sacred rituals, meditations and Full Moon circles. Let the path working begin.

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Planetary Influences 2020-21

As the year moves on, the earth continues its orbit around the sun. This natural progression changes our position in relation to the other planets and the following influences occur…

December 2020

January 2021

February 2021

Have an enthusiastic approach, and the confidence to help those in need. Make the most of any opportunities that arise. Tensions may grow as your expectations are high. You may feel compelled to challenge your belief system, your energy is tremendous, and nothing seems too hard to accomplish. Try not to control difficult situations, because it may backfire. Times are changing, so working within groups, restructuring and seeking new and inspirational values in a humanitarian way is the key.

Contacts in unrealistic and disappointing ways can bring on some disillusionment and end up being very challenging and difficult for you. Breaking old patterns may be hard to do. Put to rest any painful memories, and discover those parts of you that have laid dormant for a long time. Tuning into an appropriate avenue of expressions from past experiences will be a gain for you.

Think before you act or speak, as impulsive actions can cause a dangerous situation. Tension is high, so take the time to ponder your actions.

Commitment to those you love is crucial, as sparks may fly. Confusion and uncertainty reigns. Co-operation and pulling together is paramount in getting the job done efficiently and calmly. Embracing the challenges rather than working against them will bring peace of mind.

Total Solar Eclipse...15th December 2020...0.071...23* 08’ Sagittarius...

Jennifer has been an Astrologer for 30 years (FAA Certificate) and is at Gnostic Forest on Friday & Saturday.

Natural Weed Killer – Recipe

Mix essential oils of Orange & Clove Bud with vinegar and detergent in a clean bucket or 1.5L measuring jug.

For path weeder add 1/4 cup of salt.

Decant liquid into a clean, empty spray bottle.

Ensure gloves are worn and shake bottle before use. Spray on unwanted weeds, taking care not to spray on surrounding plants. Works best on a sunny day with no rain forecast for 24 hours.

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Megan Clarke Medical Herbalist, Nutritionist, Iridologist, Bioresonance

Mon/Thurs/Sat

Megan began her career as a Registered Nurse in 1983, before she re-qualified as a Herbalist and Nutritionist. Her specialty is complex conditions, focusing on gentle detoxification once the root causes of health imbalances are identified. Main areas of expertise include Autoimmune Diseases, Lyme disease and co-infections, EBV and viral infections.

She focuses on restoring digestive function, liver, gall bladder and lymphatic function thereby supporting emotional and hormonal health.

Michael Breheny

Reflexology, Swedish Massage, Reiki Mon, Thurs & Sun

Using modern “Zone Therapy” Reflexology (pressure points on feet, ears and hands) Michael stimulates nerve endings which link to many areas of need such as the sinuses, inflammation, sciatica, stress, headaches, or back pain.

This natural, gentle and non-invasive practice will help you relax and consciously connect with your body. Tibetan Reiki energy healing is available to compliment or as a subtle support. For those seeking deep relaxation, try Swedish massage -ranging from a flowing, relaxing form to a deeper muscle release form.

Your choice!

Amber Kearns

Massage Therapist, Tibetan/Usui Reiki Master and Angelic Reiki Practitioner Tues, Thurs and 3rd Sunday of the month

Deeply intuitive with a strong nurturing presence Amber offers a range of holistic treatments including therapeutic and relaxation massage, Tibetan and angelic reiki as well as mini facials. Whether you are looking to experience deep relaxation, relief from an ailment or support to invite a personal shift, a treatment with Amber will help.

Kerry McGrath Beauty Therapy and advanced skin treatments Tues

Waxing, Tinting, Pedicures, Aromatherapy, Massage, Reflexology, Ear Candling. After a consultation you will embark on a sensory journey of pampering and healing through a custom treatment facial using Ayurvedic skin care AWE cosmeceuticals. Ayurvedic skin care products work to balance your skin and all treatments are customised to best suit your lifestyle, skin and Dosha type. This unique Ayurveda treatment works holistically to unblock energy channels. Kerry also offers Reflexology to nurture every part of the body through the feet and legs, massage and aromatherapy to soothe tired muscles and minds and ear candling to relieve sinus pressure.

Kate Leuenberger Intuitive Counselling,

Emotional Freedom Technique, Reiki Energy Healing

WED

We all hold the keys to our own happiness! Kate blends mainstream counselling with intuitive guidance and energetic healing tools including Reiki and Tapping to aid you in reconnecting with your self-love, self-worth and highest excitement. These shifts have a positive effect on every aspect of life.

Katherine Flynn Massage Therapist Wed + Thurs by appt.

Katherine offers the traditional Hawaiian massage of Lomi Lomi. This full body massage uses continuous long, flowing strokes to gently and deeply relax the whole being. Some of the benefits are: Lymphatic drainage and cleansing, improving circulation, stress and pain relief, deep and soft tissue release, and peace of the mind, body and spirit.

Kate Pearson Herbal Medicine, Tibetan Reiki,

Iridology

Sun & Thurs Mornings

Kate aims to create harmony within your mind, body and spirit. By using iridology (reading the iris to assess potential genetic and developed body states) Kate can then create you a treatment plan to support your health journey.

Kate also uses traditional reiki to help balance to emotional and spiritual state.

Leeanne Needs Remedial and Swedish Massage Therapist FRI

Leeanne works with the muscular/fascia system to release emotions and tension to help the body obtain balance and harmony. Her style of massage is a caring, firm and flowing – working deep into the areas that need releasing and then aiming to flush toxins out of the lymph system.

Gina Mitchell BSc Kinesitherapy/PE, Dip. Remedial Massage, Adv. Dip. Herbal Medicine, Dip Beauty/Skin Thurs afternoon, SAT

Gina has extensive rehab and myotherapy experience, offering Remedial, Trigger point, Myofascial Cupping, Lymphatic Massage and FSM Frequency Specific Microcurrent.

Gina also offers holistic facials, Hawaiian and Hot stone therapy blending her passion in Herbal Medicine, Skin, Detox and Antiageing to nourish and achieve glowing skin and healthy body in the most organic way possible. Most health fund rebates apply.

Robyn Collins BAppSocSc. (Transpersonal Counselling Psychology). BMSc. Tibetan Reiki Grand Master by appt.

Robyn’s unique approach to counselling individuals, couples and families is built on a broad foundation of training from traditional approaches of Western Developmental Psychology & Eastern philosophies. Her use of contemporary “ Soul Centered” approaches allow for deep and rapid transformation restoring health, wellness and selfempowerment. Robyn is available for Counselling, Mindfulness & Meditation Courses, Reiki & Soul Readings.

Tanya O’Casey Dual Diploma Mind & Body Medicine (MBM) & Kinesiology FRI + Sat by appt.

Kinesiology and Mind and Body Medicine reconnects the mind and body through recognising and addressing the underlying causes of physical and emotional stress, thus enabling the body to heal itself.

CeNTrE Hours: 10am–4pm, 7 days E: gnostichealing@hotmail.com

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