Wellbeing Magazine November/December 2012

Published by Haywood Media

Nov/Dec 2012

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CONTENTS Inside this issue...Nov/Dec 2012

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LOCAL NEWS News from your area ...

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Features NUTRITION Avoiding colds and flu...........................

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TURMERIC The golden dust..................................

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MAKING SENSE OF LIFE With Biographical Counselling.............

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TRIED & TESTED Products for you and the family...........

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SPIRITUALITY Birthing the Divine Child..................

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NATURISM How it can help your wellbeing........

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HEALTH & BEAUTY New products on the market...........

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XMAS INSPIRATION Ideas for your friends & family........

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East Sussex Publisher hannah@wellbeingmagazine.com

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Wellbeing news from around your area...

Welcome

TO WELLBEING MAGAZINE!

Goodbye!

For the last three years I have published the East Sussex edition of Wellbeing Magazine, and always strived to publish local articles from therapists and clinics in East Sussex to inspire people to take an active interest in their wellbeing. It’s been a fantastic journey and I’ve met some really inspiration people accross Sussex, however, after much careful consideration, I have decided to hand over to a new publisher, Lesley Hallows, so I can dedicate all my time to my familly.

During my time with the magazine, I have seen it grow from just a few contributors to over sixty active members, most of whom regularly send in news and listings. I’d like to thank everyone who has been involved with the magazine, for keeping it such a lively and inspiring place. I hope you will continue to be part of it. Lesley brings with her a keen interest in alternative therapies and a wealth of experience having previously run her own business. I wish her every success with her new venture.

The magazine is, as always, available online at www.wellbeingmagazine.co.uk/eastsussex so do have a look there for loads more news and information which is constantly updated.

Wishing you health and happiness!

Hannah

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Therapy Open Day at Michelham Private Patients Unit, Eastbourne DGH.

November 7th, 2-7 pm.

Enjoy a range of free taster complementary therapy and health consultation sessions with independent experts.

Free entry, refreshments, prizes! Reflexology, Indian head massage, Bowen therapy, acupuncture, no hands massage, chiropody, dietary advice, pregnancy massage, Alexander technique. Come along to Michelham Private Patients Unit at the Eastbourne District General Hospital, Eastbourne. Free entry, refreshments, prizes!

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is no longer needed and weight is lost more easily.

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Symptoms of a whole host of diseases disappear and the body is able to heal itself. In combination with a comprehensive diet plan and suitable exercise, this program offers the best chance for a person to recover optimum health, energy and vitality. Book your appointment now and also receive a free nutrition consultation to ensure you get the best possible results from your treatment.

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Throw away your plastic! ...keep your drinks in glass. Did you know that the ubiquitous plastic bottles in which we keep our water are actually causing us harm? Water kept in plastic bottles, especially if also slightly warm (eg in a car) can exude oestrogen-mimics which are a cause of breast cancer. Many people buy water as they think it is cleaner and better for them than tap water, but if it is in plastic bottles, you could be doing yourself more harm than good. Most water filters are not very good at removing the traces of pharmaceuticals (including the contraceptive Pill) from the water we drink, unless you have a reverse osmosis water filter. So one of the first things we installed at Anahata Clinic was one of these, with a special tap, and an under-the-sink tank. Any Anahata client is offered tea, or water, or cool cordials, made with this very pure water.

Wellbeingnews Reverse osmosis water purifiers are used in Africa or India, to ensure a clean water supply for a village.

Back to the plastic bottle problem, we noticed that many people store this super-clean water in plastic bottles… This defeats the object of ‘super-clean’ water, as the plastic leaks into the water! So we have now sourced a glass vacuum flask, which can keep your drinks warm or cool.

Finally you can get rid of those plastic menaces (which are made from petroleum anyway), and know that your lovely clean water is maintained at the temperature you want and is not toxic!

So come and enjoy our water, tea, cordials… and of course check out our fantastic glass flasks… you can buy them from the Anahata Healthy Shop: online, in person, or by phone.

Anahata Health Clinic, 119-120 Edward Street, Brighton BN2 0JL, 01273 698687, www. anahatahealth.com

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Unlock your poise, vitality and freedom with the AlexAnder Technique

dog listening

Dog listening is a not just another training method. It is a revolutionary, gentle, and effective way of giving our dogs the happy and stress free life they deserve. Where it has been used in shelters, one study showed the return rate drop from 35% to just 3%. All dog behavioural problems (other than medical problems) are rooted in the dog’s mistaken belief that it is leader of its pack in a world it does not understand.

Once the dog is freed from its job as pack leader all sorts of problem behaviours begin to resolve. Dog listening allows the owner or family to communicate to the dog (with absolutely no need for shouting, gadgets or force) that it is at the bottom of the pack hierarchy, enabling it to lead a happy, relaxed and stress free existence, without the burden of having to worry constantly about its family or owner. This can be accomplished by using the language that all canines use with each other, translated into a simple system anyone (including children) can use in their day to day life with their dog, called Amichien Bonding. This method was developed by internationally recognised Dog Listener Jan Fennell, after watching the horse whisperer Monty Roberts transform a friend’s very troubled horse. Monty had come up with his method by studying the behaviour of wild mustangs. She then followed the same principle Monty had by studying the dog’s wild ancestor, the wolf, and developed the system that today is known as Amichien bonding.

For a home consultation or advice call Katherine Dunne on 07810 868477 or see www.dogtraininginbrighton.com

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hether in a group or on a one to one basis, you can benefit at any age and once learned your have these skills for life.

Local practitioner, Liz Jeffries, has developed many ways for you to take part in Alexander Technique Sessions, choosing the one that best suits your needs.

The Alexander Technique encourages you to be poised without stiffness, to move gracefully, with less effort and to be alert and focused with less strain on joints. It helps with building confidence and alleviating stress. You can choose from one to one or group AT Sessions, Stem Sessions for walking in comfort, Stem

Weekends which include walking and pampering. There are also Mums & Bumps Sessions, which are designed to help with releasing tension in daily activities for expectant mums and new mums and will involve looking at toddlers’ movements too!

Appointments available for one to one AT Sessions and Stem Sessions at the Michelham Private Hospital Unit, at Eastbourne DGH and at the Atman Clinic in Tunbridge Wells.

Also various options are also available in Hastings/ St Leonards and Bexhill. 01424 465838 or 07929 725156 for information and advice. info@ lizjeffries.co.uk www. movingu4ward.co.uk 10% Discount when you mention Wellbeing magazine.

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Wellbeingnews EASTBOURNE CHIROPRACTORS SUPPORT THE SALVATION ARMY’S CHRISTMAS PRESENT APPEAL

GIFT IDEAS Free treatments offered for donations Christmas shopping do you love it or does even the thought of it leave you stressed?

Perhaps consider some stylish and exclusive designer jewellery and wellbeing products incorporating high quality permanent magnets - beautiful, unique and empowering gifts for men, women, children and pets.

Please visit www. prettygoodforyou. energetix.tv or contact Lesley on 07956 193803 or prettygoodforyou@ gmail.com to find out more.

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ushington Chiropractic, in Lushington Road, Eastbourne, are offering free treatments to people who donate the value of the consultation in gifts to The Salvation Army’s Christmas Present Appeal.

Every year, The Salvation Army launches its annual Christmas Present Appeal that asks people to donate a new, unwrapped gift for a child, teenager or older person. The Salvation Army then distributes the gifts to people who would otherwise have little or nothing at Christmas.

Last year, The Salvation Army distributed over 150,000 gifts. On Monday 10th and Wednesday 12th December, Lushington Chiropractic will be waiving their usual a new treatment fees in exchange for a donation of gifts to the value of the treatment. Simply bring your toy donations which come to the value of your visit and they will waive any fee. The toys can be suitable for boys,

girls, young and old but leave them unwrapped please. Eastbourne Salvation Army officer Major David Squirrell has enjoyed some chiropractic treatment himself. Major Squirrell said: “We are very grateful to the team at Lushington Chiropractic for supporting our Christmas gift appeal in Eastbourne through this very kind offer. In exchange for feeling physically better through receiving their treatment on these days donors can be assured that their gifts will bring joy and happiness to people who would otherwise find Christmas a very difficult time”.

Dr James Revell (Principal Chiropractor) from the clinic said; “We’re looking forward to being able to help in this way. People of all ages come to the clinic, including pregnant mothers, babies and children. We feel lucky to have such a fulfilling job, where we can actually help people with our hands. We are sure we’ll be busy over the two days and hope to get lots of gifts for the Salvation Army to pass on.”

Book your consultation (usual fee £49) or treatment (usual fee £35) by calling Lushington Chiropractic on 01323 722499.

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AVOIDING u l f & s d l o c words: Kate Arnold

s p i t s ’ e t a K Vitamin D - the powerhouse vitamin

As the cold and flu season approaches, Vitamin D’s benefits on immune system function are more important than ever. Medical research shows that maintaining high levels of Vitamin D is one of the best things people can do to help fight off colds and flu. It plays a major role in supporting immune function and is known to be an effective agent against inflammation, which is typically caused by flu and other respiratory viruses. By helping modulate the body’s response to respiratory viruses, it helps prevent dangerous and even fatal build up of fluid in the lungs. Though as yet there is no clinical evidence that supplemental Vitamin D can be considered a flu preventative or treatment, there is ample evidence that low levels of the vitamin are associated with higher incidence of a wide range of serious illnesses, including respiratory infections. In addition, numerous studies have shown that people with high levels of the vitamin appear to be less likely to contract flu and other respiratory viruses.

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Long recognised as important to bone health and strength, Vitamin D has recently been identified as crucial to almost all aspects of health. Deficiency has been recognised as a global health problem, and has been implicated as a factor in a host of illnesses and disorders including cancer, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.

In addition, low levels of the vitamin have been associated with depression, chronic pain, birth defects, and periodontal disease.

Because sun exposure is necessary to stimulate the body’s production of the vitamin, some researchers speculate that the indoor lifestyle and weaker UV rays of winter weather make the traditional cold and flu season even more of a challenge.

There are relatively few dietary sources of the vitamin, so without adequate sun exposure deficiency is very common. The Food and Nutrition Board at the Institute of Medicine of The National Academies, responsible for establishing Recommended Dietary Allowances of various nutrients, set an RDA

of 200 mgs of Vitamin D per day.

That recommendation has been questioned as being insufficient, and in 2008 the American Association of Paediatrics announced a new recommendation that literally doubled the existing RDA to 400 IU per day. The AAP recommends that supplementation begin in the first two days after birth.

Our bodies make natural antibiotics called anti microbial peptides and it is thought that vitamin D increases the production of these. Is it then just coincidence that there are fewer bugs around in the summer than in the winter? Children with rickets (lack of vitamin D) often have more infections. It was first thought that this was due to weakened bones but its more probably down to a lack of vitamin D. Vitamin D is found in fish liver oils, butter, cod liver oil, egg yolks, halibut, liver, milk, oats, salmon, sardines, sweet

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Vitamin D is also made by the body in response to the action of sunlight on the skin. Any intestinal disorders and liver and gallbladder malfunctions can interfere with the absorption of vitamin D and also some cholesterol lowering drugs, antacids, mineral oils and steroid hormones can also interfere with the absorption. The message here is get out in the sunlight, particularly in winter, as much as possible. Get your levels checked. For every ten people I check with a blood test four are deficient and need some sort of additional supplementation.

What is concerning is these people are eating foods with vitamin D, so particularly this year, barring any other underlying conditions, it seems to be a sunlight issue.

Garlic - the giant of bulbs I could write a thesis on garlic - it’s my favourite natural food supplement. To me garlic is one of the most valuable foods on the planet. It has been used since biblical times and has a mention in the literature of the ancient Hebrews and Egyptians. The builders of the pyramids supposedly ate garlic daily for endurance and strength. It is a potent immune system stimulant and a natural antibiotic. Garlic

contains an amino acid derivative called alliin. When converted to allicin, garlic has an antibiotic effect that exerts an antibacterial effect estimated to equivalent 1 percent of penicillin. Because of its antibiotic properties garlic was used to treat wounds and infection and to prevent gangrene during the first world war.

There is also some evidence that it can destroy certain viruses. If you can’t cope with it raw, roasted and stir fried you can take Aged Kyolic Garlic from Quest. The versatility of garlic is amazing: it has antioxidant properties; the sulphur and hydrogen compounds in garlic are effective protectors against oxidation and free radical damage. Garlic aids in the detoxification of peroxides such as hydrogen peroxide and helps to prevent fats from being oxidised and deposited in the tissues and arteries.

Studies on aged garlic extract (AGE) have shown that the aging process boosts the antioxidant potential.

AGE protects against DNA damage, keeps blood vessels healthy, and guards against radiation and sunlight damage. If you’re worried about garlic smells choose an odourless form, like AGE or try chewing parsley.

Essential Vitamin C Vitamin C is an antioxidant that is required for at least three metabolic functions in the body including; tissue growth, repair of adrenal gland function and healthy gums. It also aids in the production of anti stress hormones and interferon. Studies have shown that taking vitamin C can recede symptoms of asthma and it protects against the harmful effects of pollution, helps to prevent cancer, protects against infection and enhances immunity. Vitamin C

increases the absorption of iron, so they are often taken together. As we are unable to make it ourselves, it must be obtained through the diet or in the form of a supplement. Alcohol, analgesics, antidepressants, oral contraceptives and steroids may reduce the levels of vitamin C in the body but smoking causes a serious depletion of this vitamin, more so than anything else. Be careful taking large amounts of ascorbic acid as this can lead to stomach irritation trying taking non ascorbate acid e.g. magnesium or calcium ascorbate.

I’ve never found personally or professionally that vitamin C stops a cold or flu but certainly it’s worth taking 1g daily in the flu and cold season to ‘boost’ the immune system.

Don’t forget basic Hygiene rules!

One of the most important factors in preventing flu and colds is hygiene.

The two main ways they spread are: firstly, if someone who is infected sneezes or coughs and you come in contact with the virus in the air; and secondly, if you touch an object which may have the virus and you then touch your eyes, mouth or nose.

I don’t want you all becoming OCD about hand washing (!) but washing your hands thoroughly can reduce your likelihood of catching viruses by a whopping 35%. It’s common for people to touch their nose, eyes and mouth. Most of these actions are sub-conscious, like licking your

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Wellbeing nutrition tongue for flipping pages of a book or a magazine. As soon as you feel an itch you immediately rub or scratch your eyes. Remember the virus can be anywhere - a door knob, a remote control, phones, computer keyboards, etc. All you need to do is keep washing your hands with soap and water frequently. And most importantly, stop touching your face.

Try and wash your hands before handling food and eating, putting on contact lenses, going to the loo, blowing your nose, or coughing and sneezing, touching animals, handling rubbish, smoking, changing nappies and door handles, going into hospital or visiting sick or injured people.

Echinacea Otherwise known as purple coneflower, this herb has amazing properties.

Cells are glued together with the help of hyaluronic acid.

Bad bacteria like staphylococci and streptococci produce hyaluronidase which dissolves the “glue” allowing the bacteria to get in to the cell membrane. Echinacea has an active constituent with neutralises the hyaluronidase and stops the bacteria from spreading, leaving the white blood cells to deal with the infection locally. Cell membranes have receptor sites to which viruses attach themselves and each have molecules which block the receptor sites so that viruses cannot become attached. It will also increase the activity of the immune system by

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activating the coding of T cells.

Generally it fights inflammation and bacterial and viral infection and stimulates certain white blood cells. Echinacea is good for the immune system, colic, colds, flu and infectious illnesses. It should not be taken for long periods of time with people with autoimmune disorders, and it’s best not to take it all year round, but now is an excellent time of year to start. Some of my patients swear by it and say they never get ill during the winter. You can buy it in a tincture in drops or in tablets. I prefer the tincture as it’s more potent. Before you get the flu, general symptoms of an impaired immune system include fatigue, repeated infections, inflammation, allergic reactions, oral thrush and slow wound healing. It is estimated that a healthy adult will catch on average two colds per year - people who have more colds and infections are likely to have some problem with their immune function.

Powerful Probiotics When we think about immunity we often forget about our gut. Seventy per cent of the body’s immune system is in the gut, so keeping it healthy is crucial. Let’s look firstly at probiotics. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria normally present in the digestive tract. They are vital for proper digestion and also perform a number of other useful functions such as preventing the overgrowth of yeast and other pathogens, and synthesizing vitamin K. The probiotics most often used as supplements are acidophilus and bifidobacteria. Cultured fermented foods also contain various types and amounts of beneficial bacterias.

These foods include buttermilk, cheese, kefir, miso, sauerkraut, tempe and yoghurt. The digestive tract is known as the gut associated immune system. Incomplete digested foods can result in immune reactions like allergies. Whether you succumb to infections is also linked by your balance of gut flora.

Probiotics produce substances which stop harmful bacteria growing.

They are nature’s antibiotics.

They keep E coli, enterobacteria, staphylococci, salmonella and campylobacter at bay and help prevent food poisoning. But they don’t just stop there - probiotics give pathogenic bacteria a hard time and boost your immune system so are useful in all types of disease from cancer to allergies.

The two main types of good bacteria are acidophilus and bifidobacteria.

Acidophilus has antifungal properties that help to reduce blood cholesterol levels, aid digestion and enhance the absorption of nutrients. The flora in a healthy gut should consist of at least 85 per cent lactobacilli and 15 percent coli form bacteria.

However, the typical colon bacteria count is usually the reverse. This can result in gas, bloating intestinal and systemic toxicity, constipation and malabsorption of nutrients.Taking supplements help to combat all of these problems by reintroducing the intestinal flora for a healthier balance.

There are many good acidophilus supplements available. Acidophilus products come in tablet, capsule and powered forms. Non dairy formulas are best for those who have dairy intolerance. Acidophilus can die at high temperatures. Keep it in a cool, dry place, refrigerate it but don’t freeze it.

Bifidobacteria aid in the synthesis of the B vitamins by creating healthy intestinal flora. These are the predominant organisms in the intestinal flora and establish a healthy environment for the manufacture of the B complex vitamins. When you take antibiotics, the friendly bacteria in your digestive tract are destroyed along with the harmful bacteria.

Supplementing your diet can help you maintain a healthy intestinal flora. Unhealthy flora can result in the liberation of abnormally high levels of ammonia as protein containing foods are digested. This irritates the intestinal membranes and in addition the ammonia is absorbed in the blood stream and must be detoxified by the liver or it can cause nausea, a decrease in appetite, vomiting and other toxic reactions.

By promoting the proper digestion

of foods the friendly bacteria also aid in preventing digestive disorders such as constipation and gas as well as food allergies. If digestion is poor, the activity of intestinal bacteria on undigested food may lead to excessive production of the body chemical histamine which triggers allergic symptoms. So in the coming months if you feel your immunity is low, it is worth taking a daily probiotic supplement. As some of you know I’m not a fan of the probiotic drinks, as they are expensive and the levels of good bacteria in them are low. For those sensitive to dairy foods, they are not suitable and they contain sugar. Eating a diet high in probiotic foods will serve you just as well and these include: leeks, onions, garlic, shallots, asparagus, artichokes, fruit and vegetables and a high soluble fibre diet encourages the right

bacteria. Please do not buy cheap probiotics, they are a total waste of money. If you want some expert advice - ask someone qualified to talk you through the various probiotic supplements on the market.

For more information contact Kate Arnold 01323 737814 www.katearnoldnutrition.co.uk

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Turmeric

WORDS: MICHAELA AUGUSTIN

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yurveda (a holistic system of medicine that originated in India thousands of years ago) works with the energy of the whole plant and integrates this knowledge to treat the whole individual instead of suppressing single symptoms. Using this principal, turmeric can have a profound effect on IBS, a disabling and restricting disease, which often sees sufferers having to live very close to a bathroom.

According to Ayurveda, plants that treat digestion are often the most important herbs of all, as digestion is the basis of mental and physical health.

The healing properties of turmeric Turmeric has strong digestive regulative properties, and is traditionally used for weak stomachs, dyspepsia, abdominal cramps and to normalise metabolism. It is thought to help digest protein and the breakdown of fats whilst increasing absorption, and the ability of the stomach to withstand digestive acids.

Turmeric can also act as an analgesic and have

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The golden dust With IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) on the rise, can the ordinary kitchen spice, turmeric, help? anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties. Its effect on the whole body can be profound including its antispasmodic effect on the digestive system along with the purification of body and mind. As well as helping with digestion, turmeric can also help with gallstones, poor circulation, wounds and anemia. It also has reported anti-cancer properties and when used correctly can aid diabetes, infections and even food poisoning.

Stress and comfort foods As many IBS sufferers will already know, diet plays an important role in controlling the symptoms. Using food as medication to balance the functions of body and mind is an effective management strategy. An over-indulgence in heavy, rich, fatty and very cold

foods can be responsible for diarrhea, and these tend to be the comfort foods craved in times of stress.

Other foods known to give rise to symptoms include dairy, wheat, mushrooms, onions, caffeine and alcohol.

How much, how often Turmeric regulates all three constitutions (vata, pitta, kapha), but in excess it will aggravate pitta and vata. It acts on all the tissues since it has a strong cleansing action on the liver and the blood. If you not sure which constitution you are please consult a trained Ayurvedic practitioner (details below).

Dosage is usually between 1-10g per day, or 3-15ml per day of a tincture. If you get it as a powder make sure it is organic. Some people mix it with honey to a paste and take a third of a

teaspoon with warm water once or up to three times a day. ***When considering restricting of changing your diet, it is always best to consult a professional.*** For more information, diet advice or to combine your healing with a massage to release negative cellular memories, please call or and book an appointment with Micha 07794323780 www.scienceoflife.co.uk michaindia@yahoo.co.uk

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After spending nearly 25 years in people management and leadership positions for a global blue chip company Graham Landi felt dissatisfied and demotivated and found himself at a critical point in his life. A number of difficult and challenging life events moved him to train in both Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapeutic Counselling, a training which he enjoyed immensely.

Graham has been able to harness a combination of experiences and interests to specialise in Stress management. He also has a great interest in food and uses this in conjunction with working alongside other therapists to help clients manage their weight effectively.

Depression and anxiety disorders are on the increase and Graham works with clients to help them regain control of their lives and return to a satisfying and balanced life, which may include working with them to help them stop smoking, overcome phobias, deal with relationship problems and manage anger.

“My approach is very much Integrative. I am not a follower of any single thera-

peutic approach and I feel that this helps me to find the most appropriate route to helping a client to resolve their issues. I dont have all the answers, but my clients most certainly do and I help them to find them.”

Graham has had significant experience in dealing with stress and work related stress, depression and anxiety. Graham is motivated by seeing people make positive change in their lives, by seeing the small changes that people make grow so large that they are carried along by their own momentum. He is inspired by people who have often lost hope in their own recovery but are still driven on by a will to change, and the transformation that they achieve and seeing people struggle with and overcome addiction and difficulty in their lives.

“I admire people who have the strength to say they need help. Many mistakenly feel a cry for help is a weakness. It is the ultimate show of strength.”

Graham has worked with depression, stress and anxiety cases. Sometimes clients have come to believe that their illness is

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What they often don’t realise is that this mindset is actually contributing to their staying in a position of pain. Recovery can be painful and many people prefer to stay in the familiar pain than risk something new, which of course is often something better as well.

“I worked with someone who had effectively detatched himself from society. He craved connection but had so little self esteem and regarded himself so poorly that he couldn’t believe anyone would be interested in being with him. He saw no value in himself and couldn’t see why others would do so.

To compound matters he had completely given up hope. He actually used his illness as a reason why he couldn’t meet new people.

When he did meet people he would present to them a false view of the person he was in an attempt to ensure

they accepted him, believing that being himself would be disastrous.

Over the weeks we examined together the origin of these beliefs about himself.

I helped him to look at other evidence and options which he had hitherto ignored.

Using a combination of discussion and practical activity he began to test some of the alternative ideas that we had explored.

He found for the first time in many years that people were enjoying his company and of course this became a self fulfilling prophecy. The more he did it, the more confidence he gained and the more his self esteem began to increase.

He had resigned himself to a low value unrewarding life. He had become stuck in a destructive relationship and was becoming increasingly detached from the connection he wanted.

In just ten weeks he made a remarkable improvement to the point where he once again believed that life could be good and fulfilling and rewarding.”

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From the moment we take our first breath and open our eyes our whole being begins to breathe in life. Not only through our lungs that need to take in air to be able to live, but our whole soul starts to take in the world around us through our senses.

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ur senses are the bridge between our own inner world and the world outside. Through touching, tasting, sensing our inner wellbeing, through exploring movement and balance, seeing and hearing, we build ourselves a basic understanding of life. We form our own sense of self, our own image of who we are, what life is and what it means to be human.

How we are perceived and treated by the people around us, how the atmosphere in our house is, the neighbourhood, our culture, all this we meet through our senses and internalise.

As baby, toddler and young child, we are very open to the world around us, more so than in later age. We are fully engaged to learn, to connect, to find love and a home in the world. And out of what we

meet and experience we create a home inside ourselves. We build up our confidence in life (outside) and in ourselves (inside).

As adults making sense of our life is something that many of us keep doing for the rest of our existence.

Now more out of a conscious response to what we encounter in our daily life. Life can become a path of self development, a path of initiation towards our True self.

To look for meaning and an inner strength, a source of motivation to change our life so that we do what really matters to us.

In biographical counselling a lot of what I work with are these three core items. To find meaning in our own life and in the world, to find love for the world, for myself and for what I do in my life, and to find this inner strength again, a source

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Making Sense of Life

With Biographical Counselling

words Carine Biessels

of health coming out of my own will.

Like in many types of humanistic counselling, a big part of the work can be looking at our experiences in our past and digesting what has been too painful to face before. By doing this old wounds find the care that they have been waiting for. The numbness of depression, the anger of injustice, the pushed away pain can find space, care and a place of meaning in our life. When that happens it can be like boulders are removed from a stream, our energy for life is flowing again. We can find new inspiration, courage and above all love and understanding for ourselves and humanity.

Next to individual counselling I enjoy working with groups using knowledge out of anthroposophy - meaning knowledge (Sophia) of mankind (Anthropos) - and our own biographical experiences. It

is wonderful to see how people transform through sharing life experiences and meeting each other in such deeply honest ways.

By exploring what is around us in daily life and how we experience the world, we can come closer to an understanding of life and our own unique self. One way to deepen this experience is to more consciously use our sense experiences. Anthroposophy speaks of 12 senses, 12 doors we have as human being to connect with the world.

A new 10 week course named ‘Making Sense of Life’ will start on Monday 7th January 2013.

The course will run over 10 Monday mornings and costs £130.

Through exchanging events out of our biography together with using creative exercises such as

drawing, writing and bodywork, we will exploring our own unique tools for life and look at those life questions most dear to our hearts.

We will also explore the 12 senses out of the views of Anthroposophy and some of the theories behind biographical work. Readers of Wellbeing can receive a 10% discount for bookings until 14th Dec 2012. For more information about the course ‘Making Sense of Life‘ or biographical counselling please visit www. biographicalcounsellingwork.co.uk

Carine Biessels works as biographical counsellor at Equilibrium Health Centre in Lewes and Pixton Medical Centre in Forest Row. Next to her work as counsellor she gives courses and workshops in Emerson College.

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Wellbeing products KIRSTY’S HEALTHY MEALS Working mum Kirsty Henshaw shot to fame when her allergen-free dessert range – inspired by her food intolerant son, Jake – won over Dragons’ Peter Jones and Duncan Bannatyne in 2010. Kirsty is now taking on the UKs top selling ready meals, introducing her range of healthier and naturally nutritious chilled everyday meals. Kirsty has created natural food swaps to provide healthier alternatives, and uses brown rice instead of white and sweet potato instead of white potato mash. Sugar has been replaced with natural Agave syrup for fewer calories. The meals are also free from wheat, dairy, lactose and nuts so they are suitable for everyone. Available at Sainsbury’s nationwide.

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Where rice bran oil really comes into its own is through its health benefits. It contains zero cholesterol and is made up of an almost ideal ratio of polyunsaturated, monounsaturated and saturated fats and contains no trans fat. IIn Asia the oil is probably best known for its content of ‘Oryzanol’, which is a powerful anti-oxidant that is found naturally in rice bran oil and has been linked to several benefits, from lowering cholesterol levels to helping reduce certain menopausal symptoms. The oil also contains Vitamin E, which has strong links to skin health and is generally thought to help keep skin looking younger. www.ricebranproducts.co.uk or ask at your local Deli or health store.

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bottom halves of the spherical mould.

6. Stir the pudding (don’t forget to make a wish!) and press into the basin or mould. If you are using a basin, cover with a piece of baking parchment followed by tin foil and tie with string.

7. Steam for 8 hours, keeping the water in the pan topped up with boiling water. Leave to cool and if you’ve use a basin, remove the baking parchment and foil and re-cover with new paper and foil. Store the pudding in a cool place until Christmas day.

8. On Christmas morning, steam the pudding for at least an hour before serving, turn it out onto a serving plate and decorate with a sprig of holly (wrap the stalk in tin foil first).

Serves 8-10

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I don’t have time.

If you’ve got time to watch TV or to browse online, then you’ve got time to exercise. An effective workout can be as quick as 30 minutes; schedule it in your diary if you need to.

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I can’t afford it. If you can afford to drink alcohol or eat out, then you can afford a Personal Trainer. If you can’t afford a personal trainer then there are gyms that cost as little as ¬£16 per month or you can go running or cycling for free. There are loads of inspirational bodyweight workouts you can find on the internet too.

Checkout BodyRockTV and BarCommunity.com on Facebook.

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I’m too tired.

The reason you’re tired is because you are out of shape! When you get fit, you have more energy and sleep better.

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I’m too old. You’re never too old to start. In fact weight training is extremely important for older people to prevent muscle wastage and particularly for women to prevent osteoporosis. 60% of people over 60 can’t stand up unaided, exercise helps prevent this, keeping you strong and coordinated and preventing injuries and falls.

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I don’t want to get bulky.

I hear this a lot from women. The fact of the matter is that the vast majority of women are not capable of getting bulky no matter how much they train. Think of it like baking bread. The bread is the muscle and the yeast is the testosterone needed in order for the bread to rise. Women simply don’t have anywhere near the amount of testosterone that men do.

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I hate gyms.

Then train outside for free or use a personal trainer in a private studio.

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excuses not to exercise Tips and advice from Personal Trainer Neilon Pitamber, for more information on kit and running shoes visit sportsshoes.com/running

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It’s boring. Variety is key. Vary your activities with things you like doing too. Like swimming, dancing, walking, running, cycling, martial arts.

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My back hurts.

Building strength in the back and core, which is not just the abs, is the number 1 best way of helping and preventing back pain.

I’m too fat, I need to get fit before I start exercise. This has to be the funniest excuse!

Basically what people are saying is that they need to get fit before they can start the activities they need to get fit! Weight training is low impact and is very effective way of burning fat and building muscle which will, in turn, burn fat all day long. Just start from where you are. Join a fitness class, the gym, a personal trainer and simply go in at your own level and pace, have breaks if you need to, use the activity to enjoy yourself, learn skills and get fit all at the same time.

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I don’t have the right kit.

You don’t need to spend loads of cash on expensive equipment, just wear whatever old T-shirt and joggers you have in your wardrobe to get out and get started. Do make sure you have the right running shoes to avoid injury.

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BALANCING The human body contains hundreds of locations where there is focused and concentrated energy. There are seven major energy centres, commonly referred to as “chakras.” Chakra (pronounced sha-kra) is a Sanskrit word which means “wheel.” If you imagine the main chakras as a set of wheels or cogs, they are similar to the workings of a clock; each cog needs to move smoothly for the clock to work properly. Good health and well being is achieved by a balance of these energies. The stones used in Encharmed’s chakra bracelets are carefully selected to coincide with and

bring balance to each chakra.

In their basic bracelet,

MOTIVATION

added benefit of feeling happier and more valued as a result.

IS KEY TO SUCCESS

which retails at a modest £10 we have used Amethyst to represent the crown chakra. Amethyst is a wonderful healing stone and can be used to help with

Motivation Therapy was used during the Olympics to help athletes focus on the job in hand and to be less affected by events surrounding them.

What else did the athletes have to help them succeed?

Support and we all know that with the right support we feel more motivated and confident and guess what, you’re again, more likely to win.

We all know that when we feel more motivated, we also feel more confident and when we feel more confident, we’re more likely to win and there’s the

The same principle is used to help our clients achieve their goals. Whether it’s losing weight, working on your fitness or stopping smoking, motivation and

grief, pain and loss. It is also said to bring stability and calm harsh emotions. The mottled blue of Sodalite is next in line, representing the third eye chakra. Sodalite is known to stabilise the emotions and to bring peace and contentment.

The throat chakra is represented by calming blue howlite, which can be used to relieve stress of all kinds and also promote patience. This stone also helps overcome critical or selfish behaviour. Loving green jade is used for the heart chakra; it is a wonderful stabilising stone, which increases the wearer’s sense of belonging. They have used

confidence plays a key role in your success.

But how do we provide the Olympic support?

Well, over the next few months we have teamed up with some of the best local fitness experts to provide that additional support.

soothing Citrine to represent the solar plexus chakra – this raises self esteem, helps with depression and boosts confidence. Energetic Carnelian represents the sacral chakra; this motivational stone helps give a sense of humour and calms the temper. Finally, they represent the red root chakra with stimulating garnet. This is the stone of Stone of purity and truth. It is also a symbol of love, eternity, compassion and warmth to help security levels and spiritual awareness. helen@ encharmed.co.uk.

01323 762844 and let us help you achieve your goals.

Or visit www.eastbournehypnotherapy.com/ motivation

With free membership and free consultations provided by some. So now there’s no excuse for not achieving your goals.

The hardest part is getting started. Call us now on

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Rest and Rasul Mud

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fter a busy week, the promise of a trip to the beautiful county of Shropshire for a night of rest and relaxation was just what we needed.

Setting off on our journey to drop our daughter at my parents for a child free evening, we arrived at the Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa in Whitchurch, a relaxed country club ambience with stylish, modern interiors. We drove through the golf course and with 2 challenging and professionally designed courses, a good size swimming pool and their recently renovated Vital Health & Wellbeing Club it’s the perfect venue for couples, families and group nights away.

Even though we arrived in torrential rain, the golf course was busy with keen golfers of all ages, however Richard and I were here to sample the delights of the Vital Health & Wellbeing Club.

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The Spa Arriving just in time to order our lunch, we slipped into our robes and slippers before sitting down to our light lunch. Our package was to include a 30 minute Rasul treatment followed by a 30 minute back massage.

Having tried a number of Rasul treatment in the past I was keen to see how this one compared and was surprised to find that this treatment was a “Do It Yourself” one.

Once in the Rasul treatment room we were shown the salt scrub, which we were to use as an exfoliator, then a quick shower before applying the mud while sitting in the steam room.

After about 20 minutes the steam stopped and we pressed a button to release over head shower sprinklers to wash off all the mud. It was quite a fun experience and one that is perfect for couples or groups of friends on a girlie break.

Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa Tarporley Road,Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 4JH T. 08448 799 199 MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/HillValley

We had a bit of time before the next treatment so a quick snooze in the relaxation room was just what we needed after the heat of the steam room. We both had back massages which were excellent, ironing out the knots and releasing tension ready for a good night’s sleep.

The Restaurant We booked a meal in their main Borders restaurant to sample the delights of their Scottish inspired menu. Everything was cooked perfectly, from the Scotch Broth (which was a meal in itself!) to the lamb and the freshly cooked bread, I couldn’t have asked for more.

Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa is a perfect destination for a short stay especially if there is a golfer in the party. While they enjoy their round of golf the rest can enjoy a very pleasant day exercising in the gym and pool and of course a little pampering in the Spa!

SPECIAL OFFERS Las Vegas Spa break (only £99pp) available on Saturdays throughout December and selected Fridays: Overnight stay inclusive of Breakfast 1 x 30 minute treatment each Robe and slippers Full use of our leisure facilities Entrance to our Las Vegas themed Christmas party to include arrival cocktails, 4 course lavish meal, Casino tables and DJ

Paradise Escape Spa Break (Sun Thurs £159pp, Fri - Sat £169pp): Dinner, bed and breakfast with a one hour 45 minute treatment per person - the luxurious signature paradise escape treatment consists of a full body fruit seed exfoliation followed by full body Decleor massage and Decleor facial with nourishing wheat mask.

Also includes full use of facilities, robes and slippers with a healthy lunch and glass of sparkling wine.

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What palmer signs to avoid in a partner ?

This has got to be the most asked question in my 50 years of reading palms.

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raditionally women have always been more intuitive and open in the complementary and alternative arenas, and increasingly now, many will send in palmer photocopies of prospective partners for expert insight, seeking to avoid emotional mistakes, which can be costly financially and emotionally. In these hectic times where everything is rush-rush, I am asked more and more at my lectures, what handy tips I can pass on to help achieve a smooth partnership, from an examination of photocopied palm prints, sent from all over the world by email or post.

Here are the items in my quick “handy guide” for the prospective man in your life. l When the fingers and thumb are firm and inflexible, beware, as a stiff hand shows a stiff mind, obstinacy is not a good relationship selling point. l A bulbous thumb tip, with a hard hand, can mean a violent temper and blind rages, not the ideal when there may be children in the house. l When the two lines that cross the palm, are replaced with just one, expect highly complex, unstable intense emotions. Seen by many psychologists as an omen for problems, Charles Manson and Tony Blair are both carriers. l Absent or badly shaped heart line, this must be as unbroken and

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as unblemished as possible, and with a nice curve to end between the first two fingers, symbolising good emotional health, and outlook. l The absence of what is known as the “Destiny” line, that is the line that runs up the hand centre to the middle finger area, in some studies, with this missing, can be a criminal marker, this usually show a drifter through life, with no major plans, this means frequent job and home changes, which always go with financial “gluts and famines” These were the men who always got on best in the services, such as the army etc.

This was recognised by Carl Jung, in his studies in palmer criminology. l If the basal phalange of the index finger is thicker or fatter than the pattern for the other fingers, can show digestive system over activity, this is one of the signs for a problem drinker, (check this one yourself as it can also show a chocoholic) l The index finger is shorter than the ring finger, an indicator of possible testosterone/oestrogen imbalance, and this shows a lack of confidence, severely short, and we have the “Adlerian inferiority complex” and you would criticise this man at your peril!

Football obsessive’s and potential self harmers, such as speed freaks and alcoholics often carry this mark. l Hand tremors, there are many types of palmer tremor, but it could be one sign of a problem drinker,

check with the back up signals of vertically lined nails and dry lifeless hair, showing vitamin depletion.

Press the hand at the thumb base, if this is very soft expect a couch potato, as this means depleted energy levels, you will not get much life in the bedroom or help in the house here.. l If a line runs across the hand base parallel to the watchstrap, and it cuts into the lifeline, depending on other factors this is the “addiction line” which shows food allergies, compulsive behaviour, or various drug difficulties.The past few years have shown major increase in this line formation in the young. And incidentally is new recognised as one marker for A.D.H.D difficulties in children.

Alhough this is just a “thumbnail” sketch, it will enable you at a glimpse to know what areas to question your partner, before finally making up your mind.

For the full article visit www.wellbeingmagazine.co.uk/palmistry T. Stokes Holistic Palmist for 55 years author, lecturer, broadcaster www.t-stokes.co.uk Palm-prints read by post or email palmist@fsmail.net

Birthing

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the DIVINE CHILD

words Tara Love Perry

WORDS: SHEILA NURSTEN

“At this time of great change and awakening, the inner child is emerging to take centre stage at the heart of the world. ”

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t this time of great change and awakening, the inner child is emerging to take centre stage at the heart of the world. The spiritual realms and multi dimensions of light, God and angels are nearer to earth than ever before as people become ever more aware that there is more to us and life than appears. What was perceived as dense dark bodily, earthly matter is enlightening, becoming conscious and merging in complete harmony with all that is light.

our eyes know only light and the darkness can’t even be imagined. All we will know is the illumination of the ever present now. The earth has done her aeons of cycles within cycles to bring us to this point at the edge of the

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We are stepping across the threshold into ‘no-time’, where the past and future roll into one and all of history is gone.

We awaken from our apparent reality as if from a nightmare, and will remember nothing of it; like emerging from a deep cave into the bright day

dirt as the truth of who we are.

It is just who we thought we were. We are being reborn, back to innocence where the Divine Child in us can dance and be seen. Many of us are finding ourselves in the dark caverns and recesses of the

For a safe space of witnessing, facilitation and rapid transformation please contact Tara Love Perry, master soul reader, channeler and energy healer.

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We are being reborn, back to innocence where the Divine Child in us can dance and be seen.

this ‘known universe’, as far from the original space of her birth as is necessary for her and every being she carries to experience everything that we are not. And now the journey takes a turn to return home, to her pristine origins, and we with her, as her, to ours. The origins of our creation shall be seen again with the full feeling of a journey well travelled.

As all that we were, collectively and individually falls away like dust from gold, we must not identify with the

humanity – beloved family.

unconscious mind lately; our worst nightmares and un-cleared negative beliefs appearing real. You are not alone. It’s all part of the hero’s journey and is exactly what we came here to do ~ unveiling all that has been hidden and negated and bringing it into Acceptance and Love. Take heart, feel breath and seek unity with others. Allow yourself to be held and witnessed and the darkness will dissolve.

Blessings and Peace to all of

Soul reading Psychic counseling Channeling DNA, cellular, mind & soul healing Light surgery Clearing ancestral conditioning Conscious pre-conception Fertility & pregnancy Breath meditation Soul readings are an intimate & shared journey to acknowledge, heal & bring harmony to traumas on any unresolved level in the soul or cellular memory.

Tara Love Perry www.liveinlight.co.uk 07919 463243

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naturism

“Oh, I could NEVER do that” is a fairly common reaction from people when introduced to a Naturist. Andy Cremer talks about how naturism can be beneficial to your your health and wellbeing.

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ecent research for the national organisation, British Naturism (www. bn.org.uk), indicating that around 4 million people in the UK describe themselves as Naturists, it’s perhaps time to re-examine this position and consider the immense wellbeing that Naturist living confers.

Naturism, the practice of social nudity when circumstances – and weather – permit, has been around for many years and is going through something of a growth period. People are seeking ways of de-stressing and gaining a sense of calm and the Naturist environment ticks all the boxes. Any naturist will tell you that to be truly in touch with nature, to feel the air, the sun and the water on bare skin, is one of the most life affirming and amazing experiences one can have. In fact, once you have swum without a costume, you will never go back – we believe they are pointless. When we shed our clothes, we also shed the constraints of social status that by which we are often judged. Naturists make no such judgements and simply get to know the true person within.

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Then of course there are the positive benefits for body image.

How many people go through their lives tortured by insecurity about perceived ‘faults’ with their bodies, suffering low self esteem as a result? Our blemishes, scars and ‘imperfections’ are not unique, we all have them.

Naturism helps us to understand this and also to realise that the human body is to be celebrated for its rich diversity, not held as an object of shame.

Naturism is a non-sexual environment, there is nothing lewd or inappropriate going on (this would be as unacceptable as in a clothed situation), and as such it is great for the whole family. Our children grow up with a greater awareness of the human body and in fact Naturism offers something of an antidote to the unhealthy yet pervasive images

of the ‘perfect body’ with which they are continually confronted and which can cause so many body hang-ups in later life.

My family are members of Diogenes Sun Club in Buckinghamshire (www.diogenessunclub.co.uk), a long established naturist club with a 300 strong membership that spans the generations. Our club is one of over one hundred clubs in the UK and is located in six acres of beautiful grounds nestled around a country house.

So what exactly do we do there?

Quite simply what everyone does in social situations, except that when the circumstances permit we prefer not to wear clothes.

At Diogenes we have indoor and outdoor swimming pools so that we can enjoy naturism no matter what the great British weather throws at us. We have

Why is holism important?

It’s not just the domain of the quirky and alternative out there…

Holism (from holos, “Ancient Greek” Greek word meaning all, whole, entire, total) is the idea that all the properties of a given system (physical, biological, chemical, social, economic, mental, linguistic, etc.) cannot be determined or explained by its component parts alone.

Instead, the system as a whole determines in an important way how the parts behave. (from Wikipedia)

a sauna with a plunge pool and also facilities for sport; tennis and boule being two favourites (and yes, we do have a volleyball court!). For our younger members, we also have an outdoor play area and a children’s room.

With camping facilities and a year round sports and social calendar, there is something for everyone.

Perhaps the biggest benefit though is the tremendous sense of calm, relaxation and wellbeing that being a Naturist brings, particularly among such friendly, like-minded folk. Each year at Diogenes we welcome many newcomers and see them reap the calming benefits of Naturism.

While we know that first time nerves are not unusual, please don’t let that put you off. Make the change today and discover Naturism for yourself.

Holism is at the heart of osteopathy and at the heart of TW Health.

Over the last ten years Katharine at TW Health has seen how ankle strains for example, reoccur if there are restrictions or problems in the hip or knee. Low back pain may not resolve without attention to I.B.S symptoms.

What can Osteopathy do for me?

Osteopathy can treat all ages and all sorts of problems, ranging from sports injuries to headaches to pain related to sinus or dental problems.

If in doubt it is worth ringing to find out how we can help.

What happens in an osteopathy session?

The details of your symptoms are taken, as well as any previous problems and the state of your general health. Observations are made of your body standing, moving and lying down. After a relaxing, hands on treatment, advice and any necessary exercises will be given.

Whether you have back pain, headaches or just want to lose some weight, the key is empowerment.

You will get looked after holistically in a friendly peaceful environment.

You will be given simple advice to allow you to get better and the tools to stay well.

Osteopathy at TW Health TW Health is committed to an integrated approach to health they have a great team here who can provide excellent counseling and hypnosis, physiotherapy (focusing on women’s health), and nutritional advice. See the website TWHealth.co.uk for more on this. They are committed to providing enjoyable treatments, using minimal intervention and a non invasive approach.

“The quality of treatment is excellent, I have seen other osteopaths previously and Katharine’s approach is interesting, unique and more gentle... and I am more responsive to it..., I have recommended her to lots of friends” About Katharine Katharine qualified from the British School of Osteopathy in 2000, and is registered with the General Osteopathic Council. She also has training in cranial osteopathy She has done extensive training since qualifying and went on to teach and examine in osteopathy. She has a particularly gentle and thorough approach to her work. Having worked in London, she set up a successful osteopathic practice in Broadwater Down, a leafy, peaceful part of Tunbridge Wells.

This became TW Health three years ago. She has two colleagues Elizabeth Kane and Nicola Leonard who work with her.

For more information or to book online see twhealth.co.uk.

0800 902 0452 or 07984 791803

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Wellbeing what’s new FLAWLESS Flawless combines cleansing, conditioning and hair refinement in one product. Perfect balance is restored to any hair type, giving gentle and thorough surfactant-free hair cleansing. The Macadamia Oil and Argan Oil work in conjunction with the hair’s natural oils, replenishing hair life and health and imparting manageability, shine and softness.

Having curly hair it’s difficult to find a product that smoothes out tangles but this worked perfectly leaving my hair soft, tangle free and smelling divine. www.macadamiahair.com

TISSERAND ROLLER BALLS We tested two of the rollerballs in their range, De-Stress- an essential oil remedy ideal for hectic moments when calm is needed and Energy a citrus brightness from a fusion of lime, orange & bergamot, with spicy coriander and refreshing orange leaf essential oils. Simply apply to pulse points. Free from SLS and SLES, synthetic fragrances and parabens.

Others in the range Focus, Goodnight and Diet Aid

Health& beauty What’s new for you to try this month...

RELAX & UNWIND SMOOTH AFFAIR Smooth Affair Facial Primer & Brightener from jane iredale is a primer that smells and feels as good as it looks on you. Smooth Affair is a lovely translucent pink formula packed with deliciously fragrant botanicals that have antiageing properties, and that brighten and even skin tone, minimising the appearance of pores and controlling oil.

Use it on its own for a sheer glow or enhance the look and wear of your favourite mineral foundation.

Smooth Affair™ Facial Primer & Brightener RRP £35.00. jane iredale range of mineral cosmetics, made without fillers, fragrance, chemical dyes or synthetic preservatives www.janeiredale.com.

Nelsons Arnicare Arnica Bath & Massage balm is a unique dual purpose relaxing balm which creates a luxurious, lovely fragranced bath to help ease aches - it will leave you feeling like a goddess in no time! The invaluable natural properties of Arnica Montana will help to soothe and relax you after a tiring day, while Calendula, Evening Primrose and Sweet Almond Oils naturally hydrate and nourish the skin. Slow down and unwind with the sweet Lavender and Grapefruit scents which will help to melt away tension and clarify the mind. £8.15 and is available from Boots.

MAGICAL, MYSTICAL MOA Whether it’s cracked, chapped lips, dry or irritated skin, insect bites, blisters, cuts, bruises, grazes Moa’s wholesome, all-natural ingredients can help calm, heal and protect. Yarrow has been used for centuries for its anti-inflammatory and healing powers. When combined with a special blend of coconut, sweet almond and soya bean oils a wonderfully smooth balm is created, which deeply nourishes and protects the skin. Tea tree oil adds a natural anti-septic, whilst beeswax locks-in moisture and provides a protective barrier against the elements. What’s more, Moa the green balm is free from nasty chemicals, artificial preservatives, parabens, it’s not tested on animals and is suitable for vegetarians. Moa the green balm comes in a handy 15ml pot at £4.99 and £9.99 for 50ml www.thegreenbalm.com *Moa the green balm contains yarrow and soy bean oils which are not recommended during pregnancy.

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STOP SMOKING Why wait until new year to give up smoking? Never having been a smoker I was completely unaware that these products were on the market so we got some in for our testers to try. We were so impressed with the packaging and design, they were so easy to use and all our smokers were happy to give them a try. The results were excellent. Our smokers reported a dramatic reduction in needed a cigarette, it saved them money and meant that when they were in social situations where the need for a cigarette would normally cause friction they were able to use the electronic cigarettes. We tested both the E-Lites and Skycig, the Skycig had the most impressive packaging and two battery ends so one could be used and the other recharged, however the E-Lites were the most realistic packaging as a replacement to cigarette packs and came with a clever USB charger in the case. Both offer great tasting flavours which leave no nasty taste in the mouth.. we all thought these were the perfect way for those looking to give up smoking or in need of a little support to break the habit.

Switching to electric cigarettes can save the average smoker 75% compared to tobacco cigarettes, making e-cigs the perfect smoking alternative! www.e-lites.co.uk and www.skycig.co.uk

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ee e NO MORE EARLY MORNINGS!

Everyone deserves a good night’s sleep and the Gro-clock makes a great gift for children as it uses fun images of the stars and sun to communicate when to go back to sleep and when it’s time to get up. The Gro-clock also comes with a beautifully illustrated book which helps to encourage children to stay in bed longer, which means more sleep for them and more sleep for you! gro.co.uk/gro-clock

XMAS inspiration TO BE REAL

From the minute I heard the first track ‘The Colours Of My Heart’, I knew I would love the album, Jain Wells has a distinctive and stunning voice and the lyrics have real meaning giving the listener time to reflect on their own personal journey. ‘To Be Real’ is the debut album

by London-based, Canadian-born psychologist Jain Wells.

Confronting themes of love, personal challenge and growth, her first single ‘The Colours Of My Heart’ is about unconditional love and riding the highs and lows of relationship. The Album released on the 26th November 2012 would make a wonderful Christmas gift, I know a few people who may find one in their Christmas stocking this year!

PIXIE BOOTS

Pixie believe only animals should wear their coats, so all Pixie products are made from high quality microfibres. Their three new Winter boot styles Ellie, Lucy and Sophie add to their growing footwear range! The new boots are all priced at £64.99 and are available to buy direct from pixiefootwear.com

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CHRISTMAS WISH CANDLE

Neom’s limited-edition, 3-wick treatment candle burns for up to 55 hours. I love the distinctive combination of spicy Tonka Bean, Cinnamon and Sweet Mandarin blended together, it’s the perfect cosiest accompaniment to a snowy winter’s day. The Christmas Wish Candle is beautifully presented in a limited-edition gold glass and for every Candle sold, NEOM donates £1 to Make-A-Wish Foundation® charity, which grants Christmas wishes to children and young people fighting life-threatening illnesses. £42.00 neomorganics.com

ETHICAL CLOTHING

This Organic Cotton Zip Hoodie was made in a wind-powered, Fair Wear Foundation audited factory using 100% Organic Cotton. It was transported by ship, not air.

Embroidered and hand finished in the UK. £44.95 available at RapanuiClothing.com

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showcase AwAreness spA Mini retreAts

“A welcoming cup of tea is followed by guided

meditation and relaxation using the sound of a Tibetan Healing Bowl.”

N

atural Wonders Therapies, Eastbourne, are launching their new Mini Retreats from November 2012. Led by three enthusiastic women, eager to share their life experiences and expertise, together they have a combined background in Massage, Reflexology, Acupressure, Energy Healing, Art therapy and Psychotherapy and share the idea that we can heal our life by using and engaging all of our senses to access our true self and find inner balance and confidence. The day starts with a welcoming cup of tea to allow some time to check in with each other followed by a guided meditation and relaxation using the sound of a Tibetan Healing Bowl and application of chosen acupressure points as well as Mudras (hand gestures). The aim is to help you unwind and let go of outside stressors and to “Find your Inner Self”. Next on the agenda is the workshop “Art from the Soul” which will offer a creative outlet for your feelings and thoughts and includes the creation of your own personal

booklet to keep inspirational as well as informational notes and materials. We will stop for a communal Lunch Circle which provides a light snack with the emphasis on “Raw or Living Food” and allows room for your own food, should you have personal needs or requirements.

It will also include a “Raw Chocolate Experience” which will give you the opportunity to create your own chocolate treat containing only natural sweeteners and ingredients.

After lunch there will be an allocated program allowing each participant to enjoy a mini massage and to engage with other participants in a constructive discussion or to simply be and enjoy personal quiet time. Inspiration in forms of books or handouts will be available.

The Mini Retreats take place every first Thursday of the month 9.30am - 3pm, starting Thursday, Nov 8, 2012 (£50) Location: Natural Wonders Therapies, 30 Bedfordwell Road, Eastbourne, BN21 2BL. awarenessspa@yahoo.co.uk, Elke 07986361649, Anna 07547431317, Corina 07866543782

LOOK OUt FAtHer CHristMAs! Seasonal Tips for a Happy Back This is a busy time of year for Santa, checking his list of good boys and girls, planning his present deliveries and making sure his reindeer are ready for the big night.

It’s a good job he has been preparing all year, because Father Christmas is not getting any younger. So with all his lifting of heavy bags of toys and getting stuck in old chimneys he has to take care of his back. We all get caught up in the ever increasing run up to the festive season, but it’s worth looking after ourselves and following good chiropractic advice.

DON’T SHOP TILL YOU DROP Shopping really aggravates back problems. Wandering around the Arndale Centre, carrying all those Christmas goodies can cause joint aches and muscle stiffness. The best thing is to pace yourself, take a break when you need to. WALKS can help gently mobilize the back. Bed rest is a thing of the past. It’s usually best to keep active. GOOD POSTURE helps avoid injury in the first place. Avoid lifting and twisting at the same time (especially if you’re carrying heavy toys). It’s best to bend your knees and brace yourself

by holding your tummy tight.

Working in cramped spaces (chimneys) or having bad posture can cause very mild but constant wear and tear. DRINK plenty of water.

Dehydration affects the whole body, even the discs in your back! The recommended minimum is at least 4 pints of water per day. ICE helps to ease any immediate sprains and strains. An ice pack (or rooftop snow) should be lightly wrapped so it doesn’t freeze the skin (a tea towel will do). It should then be placed against the injury and must not be left on for more

than 10 minutes at a time.

DON’T IGNORE IT! Pain can be a warning sign. If you hurt yourself (e.g. from sudden sleigh stops) it’s always best to seek expert advice and treatment as soon as possible. Pain is an important warning, don’t ignore it! As a treat for Father Christmas (or one of his helpers), leave your WELLBEING out this year. He can read these tips whilst he enjoys his mince pies and sherry. Santa’s Advice courtesy of Lushington Chiropractic (01323 722499, www.chirocare.co.uk).

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TIME TO STUDY Certificated Foundation Course in Hypnotherapy

A

s we move ever deeper into the 21st Century, hypnotherapy continues to make positive and ever more revolutionary changes to our understanding of human consciousness and the human mind.

The Link Centre, in conjunction with Mind-Field Training, is offering the Certificated Foundation course in Hypnotherapy which provides both the theory and practical hands-on experience to explore many useful and helpful aspects of hypnosis and allied holistic therapies. It is suitable for self-knowledge and selfdevelopment and is a solid and broad base from which students may progress to the Diploma Course (8 weekends). To achieve full practitioner status, students must complete the Foundation and Diploma Course.

The training will enable you to help people positively transform their lives. The course will

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provide you with the necessary skills to use hypnosis to improve confidence, self-esteem, weight control, insomnia, memory and to use with habits such as smoking and nail biting, resolving people’s fears and phobia’s, gain relief from panic and anxiety and much more.

This course is suitable for those already offer therapeutic services who wish to understand and apply hypnotherapy in their practice.

It is also suitable for those who are a ‘people person’ and are considering a change of career and wish to help people to change their lives in a positive way.

Facilitator: The workshop will be led by Penny Hawkins Adv Dip Hyp. MHA. MRSPH. GHR Reg. SQHP. NRH. LNLP. Cert Ed.. Penny is the Director of Mind-Field Training which incorporates the South West School of Clinical Hypnotherapy, providing Clinical Hypnotherapy Training in the UK and she has over twenty years experience in complimentary therapies and

holds full membership with The Hypnotherapy Association; a Senior Qualification in Hypnotherapy Practice; General Hypnotherapy Register; The British Society of Hypnotherapists and is listed under the NHS list for Alternative and Complimentary Therapists.

The training course is validated and approved by the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council, The Hypnotherapy Society and the Hypnotherapy Association.

For more information please contact The Link Centre Tel: 01892 652487 or email leilani@thelinkcentre.co.uk www.thelinkcentre.co.uk 19th/20thJan; 26th/27th Jan; 2nd/3rd Feb 9.30am - 4.30pm Course Location: Training Rooms, Headway House, Jackies Lane, Newick, Sussex BN8 4QX Cost £595

Wellbeing books MONEY MAGNET MINDSET Marie-Claire Carlyle The second book from Marie-Claire, written to help those who need to review their relationship with money. She builds on her experieince from running Money Magnet workshops sharing stories and ideas to help you attract more wealth and abundance. I love her style of writing, it’s easy to understand and implement, it’s not about ‘get rich quick’, it’s about understanding your relationship with money, changing your belief system and having fun in the process.

Book

reviews What have you read lately?

www.wellbeingmagazine.co.uk/reviews/books THIS IS DOBBO Tim Pitt This is the first in the series from Tim Pitt and Dobbo could be described as a children’s philosopher. He was created to spark the imagination and get them thinking about themselves and the world around them in a gentle, colourful and playful way. My little girl loved this book, she engaged with the illustrations and asked questions as we turned over the pages, it’s a good reminder for parents too.

BILLY THE BUS and The Great Tour of London Trevor Hawes It was a delight to read this beautifully illustrated book to my little girl. Billy’s character is of course based on the iconic Routemaster bus, which with over 50 years in service, can still be seen working hard today in Central London on heritage routes 9 and 15. Loved by tourists and Londoners alike, the famous red bus is recognised throughout the world, and as Billy would tell you, there is no finer way to see the sites than from the top deck of a London bus ! enjoy the journey of public transport. billythebus.co.uk

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THE ONLY THING THAT MATTERS Neale Donald Walsch Don’t be surprised if you feel drawn to reading this book. Walsch, author of Conversations with God has created a book that speaks to the reader, it feels like your own diary, with your own thoughts, recorded long, long ago... the missing piece to the puzzle. It’s a book that helps you remember what you already know, offering thought provoking ideas to challenge your beliefs..I will never look at life the same again.

QUEST A Guide for Creating your own Vision Quest Denise Linn & Meadow Linn I have always been interested in the idea of going on a Vision Quest, so I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It explains the roots and teachings of the Vision Quest, giving you practical ideas for creating your own personal quest whether you wish to spend 4 days and nights in the wilderness or a couple of hours in your back garden.

Therapy

Wellbeing clinics & treatments

ROOMS

Welcome to the Therapy Rooms, where you will find solutions and ideas to support your health and wellbeing. We encourage you to contact our clinics and therapists to find out how, they can help you to improve your health, fitness and knowledge. Enjoy and be inspired.

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Offering solutions to a wide range of problems such as:- Low self esteem  Panic attacks  Fears and phobias  Eating disorders  Difficulty sleeping  Chronic fatigue syndrome  Menopausal problems  Stress (including post traumatic stress disorder).

A personal combination of therapies drawn from EFT, Reiki/ healing, Dr Claire Weekes’ method, relaxation techniques, healthy living and mentoring, to help make the best of your life’s journey. To learn more or to make an appointment call 01825 873132 / mob 07767 367817 / email paulsk@eftforliving.co.uk

Paul Skene Keating

LOOKING FOR SOLUTIONS TO LIFE PROBLEMS?

Working With The Arts To Heal As an integrative Arts Psychotherapist I offer support for people with a variety of issues using the arts as well as talking therapies.

Sarah: 07714218529 | sarahpaget4@gmail.com

www.sarahpaget.co.uk

SHIATSU the gentle art of healing

TRANSITIONS COUNSELLING Acceptance, Understanding, Empathy Relational Counselling for Children, Families, Couples and Individuals.

Stress management, anger issues, challenging behaviour, separation & loss.

Lindsey Wilde: 01825 761875 Lindsey@transitions-counselling.co.uk

www.transitions-counselling.co.uk

A session with a horse

can be incredibly revealing...

relaxes invigorates inspires Nick Neter MRSS

Shiatsu Practitioner Eastbourne 01323 639699/ 07773061309

handswork@tiscali.co.uk www.eastbourneshiatsu.co.uk

| 01273 814 402

*No horse experience necessary.*

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Liz Jeffries MSTAT

Unique ways that you can benefit from the Alexander Technique.

Choose the one which best fits your need: • ‘One to One’ lessons, all areas of A.T. to meet your individual needs • Group A.T. Sessions - a better way to move in everyday activities • Stem Sessions - walking in comfort • Stem Weekends - walking with luxury included!

• Mums & Bumps and Over 50’s Groups To know more, please call Liz Jeffries on 01424 465838 or 07929 725156 e-mail info@movingu4ward.co.uk | www.movingU4ward.co.uk

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OUR SUPPORT, YOUR HEALING, 25 YEARS OF SUCCESS

Yurtopia Therapies

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Debbie Cobb - Holistic Massage Dip. m.CThA

Based in Battle, I provide holistic massage within a beautiful canvas Yurt.

The perfect place to unwind and receive a tailor made massage, whilst being warmed by the wood burning stove.

“Be transported to a different world of relaxation”

PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALING Janis Muir

Creative work using dreams and imagery from the unconscious to achieve balance.

07743473205, cosmicelephant@hotmail.co.uk East Sussex and London

• Treatments in the comfort of your own home • Revitalising and Relaxing • Reiki Attunements

Heathfield, East Sussex Tel: 01435 868910 | 07944 232174 Email: aharmstone@btinternet.com

Core-Shamanic Practitioner

& Harner Counsellor Are there any patterns of themes you are trying to release?

Shamanic Healing, Divination/Problem Solving, Removing Energy Blocks, Resolving Ancestral Karma, Retrieving Original Destiny, Power Retrieval, Learn to be your own ‘divinatory’ shaman

Narda Martine

BSc Hons Neuro, Dip Psych, Dip Hyp

www.narda.co.uk | 07964 743349 | 01273 670081

yoga | ayurveda

Come and be looked after at

Michaela Augustin, Ayurvedic Therapist BSc (AYU)

Shop, gallery, therapy space

rejuvenation retreats

magic power wisdom back to yourself...

For appointments: The Acupuncture Clinic | 143 Portland Road | Hove, BN3 5QJ | or call Micha direct at 07794323780 Member of APA | www.scienceoflife.co.uk

“Totally Tranquil”

Reiki, Reflexology, Massage, Angel Card Readings, Art gallery & much more Treatments for everyone including those with mobility problems & other disabilities.

Tarmount Lane, Shoreham, BN43 5ZD, 07796 518667

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Soul Reading & Psychic Counseling Channeling | Light surgery DNA, cellular, mind & soul healing Clearing ancestral conditionning Conscious pre-conception Fertility & pregnancy Breath meditation Soul readings are an intimate & shared journey to acknowledge, heal & bring harmony to traumas on any unresolved level in the soul or cellular memory.

Yoga with Lisa Powell in Hastings & St Leonards-On-Sea Pregnancy Yoga Birthing Workshops Relaxation Yoga Holidays

Tara Love Perry | 07919 463243 www.liveinlight.co.uk

Contact Lisa on 07733395065 www.lisapowell.co.uk

Practitioners Help your clients get their lives back! ‘The Vital Impact You Can Have on M.E and Fibromyalgia’ Workshops call Catherine 01293 220906 Or book your space at www.thechrysaliseffect.com/janwb Sufferers download your free E Book at

www.thechrysaliseffect.com/janwbm Now at Equil ibrium Clinic, Lewes.

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Supported ME, CFS and Fibromyalgia Recovery Do you have, or do you know someone who has ME, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Fibromyalgia?

For your FREE Health Appraisal & FREE 30 minute telephone consultation, please email info@wellbeing-for-me.co.uk or follow the links on www.wellbeing-for-me.co.uk

Your Natural Balance Ear Can Cand dling, Indian Head Massage Massage,, Reiki Ma Masster/Teacher/Practitioner Jane:

07906 558326

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46-47 High Street | Hastings 01424 444946 Hair Cutting & Colour Specialists | Massage & Reflexology Hopi Ear Candling | Non Surgical Face Lift

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Dr. HAUSCHKA

NATURAL SKINCARE & TREATMENTS facial treatments clarifying treatment body massage, back cleanse make-up & gift vouchers beauty products facial gymnastics

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01323 732944

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EnergyWorks Pregnancy Massage路Space Clearance Deep Tissue Massage路Crystal Healing Facial Therapy路Hot Stone Massage Vibrational Essences路Distant Healing

Elizabeth Peterken

07751 833320/01435 810480 www.energyworks-waldron.co.uk

Deepen the Connection to your Voice Workshops and 1-2-1s Use the voice for self healing and finding stillness Monthly workshops Brighton & Eastbourne www.onebodyonesound.com Narayani@onebodyonesound.com 07976 016103 | 01323 871523

Traditional Chinese Acupuncture Facial rejuvenation acupuncture Bach flower remedies Naturopathic advice Jane Sefton PhD, Dip Ac, ND, MBAcC, MANP Clinics in Eastbourne | Seaford | Newhaven www.acupuncturenaturally.co.uk 07834 369390 | 01273 917888

Hypnotherapist Step into Healing: Take the first step now to overcoming your fears and gaining control of your life.

Matthew Roberts-Ward Dip Hyp,C

Call 07955 166426 for session rates and packages or email: fubb212@yahoo.com

Natural

Blue Clay For homemade skincare, face masks and therapies. Retail and wholesale. www.pureskinindulgence.co.uk skincare@pureskinindulgence.co.uk

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Are you interested in people?

Or learning more about yourself?

Then we have the course for you: • Counselling and Psychotherapy training • Introduction to Transactional Analysis (TA101) • Counselling skills courses • CPD Workshops www.thelinkcentre.co.uk

01892 652487 June Wellbeing Ad.indd 1

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Gemstone Jewellery can help with physical, emotional, mental & spiritual issues.

For yourself or as a gift, we’d love to work with you to create something special. helen@encharmed.co.uk www.encharmed.co.uk

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A career in energy work, what could be better?

Qigong Teacher Training Shiatsu Practitioner Training Qigong & Meditation Retreats AND MUCH MORE! Catherine Burnett 01424 815128 Annie Cryar 01424 756326

www.shiatsucollege.co.uk

The Shiatsu College -25 years experience in energy work

Hypnotherapy

Seahaven Herbal Dispensary LLP • • • • •

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

FREE Health Advice On-site dispensing of Chinese and Western herbs Herbal Consultations & Acupuncture Treatments An Ongoing Programme of Talks and Workshops Sales of Selected Natural Health Products

01273 917888

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“Home: A sanctuary, an oasis for us to bathe in the reflection of our complete selves” www.silverdragonfengshui.com | silverdragonfengshui@gmail.com

Constandia Christofi | 01273 958082 | 07939642917

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“Alleviate Unwanted Symptoms & Behaviours Safely & Effectively” Debbie Winstanley BSc(Hons)Psych. MBSCH 01424 460096 | www.debbiewinstanley.co.uk

Are you suffering with an eating disorder or problem?

We provide specialist counselling to help you overcome your eating problems and underlying emotional issues.

Sussex Eating Disorders Clinic Principal: Greg Szanto

Dip.Counselling; Dip. Eating Disorders

www.sussexeatingdisordersclinic.co.uk info@sussexeatingdisordersclinic.co.uk

07790 239205

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Don’t let your Asthma keep you a prisoner Learn to escape in just 5 days with this highly acclaimed drug free method Download your FREE book (worth £47) and find out more at

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Are you ready to step on the path to positive change?

EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) & Matrix Reimprinting

Lifted Spirit

Shamanic

Healing

Classes Workshops

Rebalancing the energy body | Restoring your innate power Removing spiritual & emotional blockages | Healing the soul.

www.liftedspirithealing.webeden.co.uk | 07810 868477

Hastings Holistics

“Tailoring treatments to suit your needs”

Rewrite Your Past, Transform Your Future

Amy Branton Advanced EFT & Matrix Reimprinting Practitioner AAMET Tel: 07738 277379 | Email amy@freehearteft.co.uk | www.freehearteft.co.uk

Healings Shamanic Counselling

Craniosacral Therapy Deep Tissue Massage Postural Tratments Herbal Medicine Reflexology SAMVIDA SWIFT BSc (Hons) | www.samvidaswift.com | 01424 441595

s e s s la C r la u g e R Mondays

Fridays

2-3pm/ Gentle Exercise and Relaxation Class, rooted in the practice of Qigong/Natural

4-5pm Yoga for Children (4 -7years);£35/6 weeks; £7 drop in; offer, if you are new and bring

Fitness Centre/ Eastbourne /£7.00 per class,first one free, Nick Neter/ http://www.

a friend, then pay £28 instead of £35 for 6 weeks

naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

530-7pm Kundalini Yoga; £8, £7concs; drop in Anahata Health Clinic, 119-120 Edward St,

Tuesdays

Brighton, BN2 0JL, 01273 698687, info@anahatahealth.com, www.anahatahealth.com

7-8pm, Emotional Health EFT Tapping Group, Shoreham Community Centre, Shoreham-

Saturdays

By-Sea

8.30 - 9.30 am Yoga for All £7.50 per class, Natural Fitness Centre, Eastbourne, 01323

£5, Contact: Amy 07738277379, http://www.meetup.com/EFTShoreham-By-Sea/

732024, info@naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

Wednesdays

Sundays

11.30-12.30 pm (except 2nd one of the month) Gentle Exercise and Relaxation Class rooted

9.30 - 10.30 am Boxercise and TRX Suspension Training - contact 07842 918311 to book,

in the practice of Qigong./WRVS,24 Hyde Rd Eastbourne/£4.00 per class, first one free/

Natural Fitness Centre, Eastbourne, 01323 732024, info@naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

Nick Neter/ http://www.eastbourneshiatsu.co.uk

630 -8pm Sivananda style Yoga ; £7 dropin, £30 for 5 classes, Anahata Health Clinic,

Thursdays

119-120 Edward St, Brighton, BN2 0JL, 01273 698687, info@anahatahealth.com, www. anahatahealth.com

8.15-9.15pm Qigong and Meditation, St Lukes Parish Centre, Stone Cross/£6.50 per class, first one free/Nick Neter www.eastbourneshiatsu.co.uk

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What’s On Nov

& 30mins treatments available at the

25th

St Lukes Parish Centre, Stone Cross,

Natural Fitness Centre, Eastbourne,

11am-5.30pm, Paths to Wellbeing

Donations from £10, Nick Neter, www.

3rd

5-8.30pm, Nick Neter, 01323 732024,

- Eastern and Western approaches,

eastbourneshiatsu.co.uk

9.30am-4.30pm, Who am I, Who are

www.naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk, Booking

Natural Fitness Centre, Eastbourne,

10am-6.30pm; Low Cost Health

You? Beyond the TA101, The Link

essential.

01323 732024, info@naturalfitnesscentre.

Bonanza, many complementary

Centre, Newick, BN8 4QX. £80, www.

14th

co.uk

therapies available; Anahata Clinic, 119-

thelinkcentre.co.uk/161.html

6pm–8pm, Local Support Networking

10.30am-4.30pm, Mindfulness Day,

120 Edward Street, Brighton, BN2 0JL;

1.30pm–5.30pm, Spirituality for Busy

Forum to support the local “helping

Anahata Clinic, 119-120 Edward Street,

£20/hour session; 01273 698687, www.

People workshop, Anahata Clinic,

professions” community, The Link Centre,

Brighton, BN2 0JL, £14, 01273 698687,

anahatahealth.com.

119-120 Edward Street, Brighton, BN2

Newick, BN8 4QX, www.thelinkcentre.

www.anahatahealth.com.

15th/16th

0JL, £45/waged, £30/unwaged, 01273

co.uk/84.html

2-6pm, Walk In Shiatsu Clinic, The

9.30 am – 4.30 pm, Introduction to

698687, www.anahatahealth.com.

15th

Holistic Japanese Bodywork Therapy,

Transactional Analysis TA101 led by

2-3.30pm, Yoga, stillness and devotional

5pm, Introduction to the Buteyko Method

St Lukes Parish Centre, Stone Cross,

Leilani Mitchell, The Link Centre, Newick

chanting, Natural Fitness Centre,

Free Talk, TotalHealthMatters! St Bridgets

Donations from £10, Nick Neter, www.

BN8 4QX.

Eastbourne, 01323 732024, info@

Rye Road Hawkhurst Kent, Free, Please

eastbourneshiatsu.co.uk

Cost £150, www.thelinkcentre.co.uk/

naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

book: Contact Michael Lingard 01580 752 852,www.buteykokent.co.uk

Dec

ta101.html

7th 2-7pm, Therapy Open Day – range

17th

1st

Healing the Ancestral Field Workshop

of free taster complementary therapy

10am to 6.30pm; Low Cost Health

2.00-3.30pm, Yoga, Stillness and

Weekend with Shianna Ravenlaw. Natural

and health consultation sessions with

Bonanza, many complementary

Devotional Chanting, Natural Fitness

Fitness Centre, Eastbourne, 01323

independent experts, Michelham Private

therapies available; Anahata Clinic, 119-

Centre, Eastbourne, 01323 732024,

732024, info@naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

Patients Unit at the Eastbourne District

120 Edward Street, Brighton, BN2 0JL;

info@naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

General Hospital, Eastbourne, free entry,

£20/hour session; 01273 698687, www.

3rd

Jan

01323 413892, www.michelham.com

anahatahealth.com.

5-8.30pm Seated Acupressure Massage

7th

10th

10am–4pm “Eating Disorders –

10, 20 & 30mins treatments available at

10am-12.30pm, 10 week biographical

7.15–9.45pm, Biodanza Vital

Treatment and Recovery” workshop,

the Natural Fitness Centre, Eastbourne,

self development course booking

Development monthly, Anahata Clinic,

suitable for counsellors and helping

Nick Neter 01323 732024, www.

essential, Emerson College, Forest

119-120 Edward Street, Brighton,

professions. Eastbourne Seniors Club.

naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk, Booking

Row, £130 (10% before 14 Dec)

BN2 0JL, £14, 01273 698687, www.

£50 (£45 Early Bird). 01323 644372

essential.

carine@counsellor.com www.

anahatahealth.com.

greg.szanto@gmail.com www.

8th

biographicalcounsellingwork.co.uk

9am-2pm Walk In Shiatsu Clinic, the

sussexeatingsdisordersclinic.co.uk

10am-4 pm “Eating Disorders and

holistic Japanese bodywork therapy,

18th

Nutritional Counselling” workshop,

9th

Natural Fitness Centre, Eastbourne,

9am to 5pm; Make your own natural

suitable for counsellors and helping

6.00 pm – 8.00 pm, Local Support

Donations from £10, Nick Neter, www.

Skincare products; Anahata Clinic, 119-

professions. Eastbourne Seniors Club.

Networking Forum to support the local

eastbourneshiatsu.co.uk

120 Edward Street, Brighton, BN2 0JL;

£50 (£45 Early Bird). 01323 644372

“helping professions” community, The

2-3.30pm, Self acupressure workshop

£45+materials; 01273 698687, www.

greg.szanto@gmail.com, www.

Link Centre, Newick, BN8 4QX, www.

- breast care and face lifting for women,

anahatahealth.com.

sussexeatingdisordersclinic.co.uk

thelinkcentre.co.uk/84.html

Natural Fitness Centre, Eastbourne,

10.30am-1.00pm, winter warmer yoga

8th

01323 732024, info@naturalfitnesscentre.

workshop with Naomi Seager, Natural

9am-2pm, Walk In Shiatsu Clinic,

co.uk

Fitness Centre, Eastbourne, 01323

the Holistic Japanese Bodywork

3.45-5.45pm, Yoga masterclass with

732024, info@naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

Therapy,Natural Fitness Centre,

lucy Newport, Natural Fitness Centre,

24th

Eastbourne, Donations from £10, Nick

Eastbourne, 01323 732024, info@

2pm-4pm, Shamanic workshop with

Neter, www.eastbourneshiatsu.co.uk

naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

Emma O’Leary and Susie gates, Natural

15th

12th

Fitness Centre, Eastbourne, 01323

2-6pm, Walk In Shiatsu Clinic, the

Seated Acupressure Massage 10, 20

732024, info@naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

holistic Japanese bodywork therapy,

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