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July 2015

Complementary Therapies Directory

107 Every Day Uses of Coconut Oil Healing Herbs & Spices Where to find Antioxidants

Soul Cafe Meet-Ups Holistic Events Past Life Regression Evening

Monthly Oracle Card Report

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Welcome to our Complementary Therapies Directory This Directory has been produced to specifically focus on showcasing local complementary therapists which may include Holistic Therapists, Healers, Homeopaths, Yoga Teachers, Herbalists, Acupuncturists, Nutritionists, Practitioners, Life Coaches, Chiropractors and many, many more. As well as showcasing local professionals we also list local holistic & spiritual events and training. Our aim is to help local professional complementary therapists and businesses to build their ‘status’ and clientele through this directory. If you are a professional business the Complementary Therapies Directory is a great platform to promote your services. Advertising works best when it is consistent – not everyone will be in the market for your product or service all of the time, but by maintaining a constant presence you will be the first in the forefront of our readers minds when they are ready to book. If you would like to know more about advertising in this Directory look to the back of this booklet.

CRYSTAL DREAMS Deborah Griffiths I am a fully qualified and insured Holistic Therapist offering a range of alternative holistic and natural therapies. I am mobile so can visit you in your own home. The treatments I offer are:   

Reiki Crystal Therapy and Treatments Reflexology

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Spiritual Healing Aromatherapy Holistic Facials

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Holistic Arthritis Treatments Chakra Balancing Natural Remedy Practitioner

Each person is different when it comes to holistic healing. The general thought is that it promotes a feeling of well being and can help relax and help to heal the mind as well as the body. Holistic healing is able to aid you in de-stressing and can assist you in a good night’s sleep. All treatments require an initial consultation. If you have any questions or queries regarding any of my treatments, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.

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Complementary Therapies Guide

For All Things Holistic Search for Professionals, Holistic Events and interesting Articles

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An Evening of Regression with Steve Woods

on Thursday 16th July, 7pm-10pm

Starting at 7pm, the evening will be three hours of demonstrations and discussions on Past Life Regression Hypnosis. During the evening at least 3 people from the audience will be regressed and there will be opportunities to discuss what past lives may (or may not) be. With tickets at just £10 each this promises to be a very special and interesting evening. Venue: Station Hotel, Castle Hill, Dudley, DY1 4RA For more information call Karen on 07746 674802 or visit www.mindbodyspiritshows.com/regression-evenings/

Inspirational Talks

Hello and welcome to our Soul Cafe Meet Up.

Regular Meet-Ups

We are a friendly, fun and supportive group offering inspirational talks and regular meetups where like-minded people can come together to explore and share knowledge on spiritual, new age, health and healing topics in an open and supportive atmosphere.

Soul Cafe has now moved to a more permanent venue at the Station Hotel Dudley, opposite Dudley Zoo and 2 minutes drive from the Black Country Museum on the first Tuesday of the month, the evening starts at 7.30pm prompt (doors open 7pm) and the fee for each visit is £5 which includes free tea/coffee and cake.

Forthcoming Talks Tuesday 7th July: ‘Dare to Love: You & Life’ Dawn Petherick 4 August ‘Past Life Exploration for Present Life Development’ Steve Woods 1 September ‘Animal Communication on a Spiritual & Physical Level’ Thomas Janak For full details visit www.mindbodyspiritshows.com/soul-cafe and/or join our dedicated Facebook Group: SoulCafeTalks 6

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June Oracle Card Reading from Medium Gemma Garbett Hello everyone I hope that you had a lovely June. For me it was quite explosive. I know that a lot of people had a few issues with communication with the mercury retrograde being in full force. The cards I am going to use for July are going to be my Gateway cards by Denise Linn. The first card is the Igniting Courage, this card is telling you that for the first week or so of the month, you need to act. There is no point in asking the Universe for help if you then rest on your laurels. This card is telling you that changes are becoming a shining example of your true self is scary, especially if everyone around you isn’t embracing who they are. You can do it though. You can do whatever it is you need to do, just take a leap of faith. The next card is Exceeding Expectations. Have a think about what you are passionate about and go for it. This month is a month where acting is going to be very important. Your actions and intentions are going to get you to where you need to be just have faith. In the morning when you first wake up, sit up and stretch your arms out. This shows the Universe that you are ready for all of the abundance that is coming. The next card is Accepting What Is. Now this card is saying that things won’t always go the way you think that they should, but God/the Universe has a bigger plan for you, so trust that whatever you are going through during the middle of the month, there are blessings within it. We end the month on a very positive note, as the final card is Expecting Miracles. If you expect good things to happen then they will. So often our ego traps us into thinking that we are not good enough, we can’t make a difference, and we can’t live the life we want to. Well this card is saying that you can. Keep your heart and your eyes open and it is all on its way. The energy is going to be intense for the next month, but in a very different way to last month. Keep drinking water and keep yourself hydrated. Have a wonderful July. Love and blessings Gemma www.gemmagarbett.co.uk 7

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107 Everyday Uses for Coconut Oil There’s been a lot of hype about coconut oil lately, and there are so many claims being made that it sounds nothing short of a miracle. Well it’s really not a cure-all, and what works for other people may not work for you, but it still is pretty dandy to have around. With a little bit of resourcefulness and a dash of creativity, you can find over one hundred everyday uses for coconut oil. Continued from last month... 9. Coffee Creamer: In replacement of higher calorie coffee creamers (such milk and sugar) stir a little coconut oil into your coffee for a sweet (but not “too sweet”) and healthy touch. Make sure to stir it in well! If you notice it floating to the top, try stirring partway through your drink, or just add a little less next time. Make sure your drink is piping hot when you add it in, otherwise you might get some unwanted unmelted coconut oil popping up. 10. Healthy Wood Polish: Most wood polish coats surfaces in a slick layer of synthetic chemicals, which makes the wood look all sleek and shiny…for a little bit. Coconut oil, on the other hand, sinks into the wood and keeps it looking “healthy” longer. The appearance is much more natural, and it stays that way. It may not look as dramatic as a store bought polisher, but I find it a much more pleasant and effective option to keeping wood looking it’s best. 11. Lower Cholesterol and Risk of Heart Disease: Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your cells, which helps continuously build more vital cells. It goes about its way through your blood stream attached to proteins known as lipoproteins. There are low-density lipoproteins (LDL) and high-density lipoproteins (HDL.) HDL is the “good” cholesterol - you want to lower LDL, but raise HDL. LDL carries cholesterol throughout your body and delivers it to organs and tissues. The problem is, if you have too much cholesterol, the excess keeps circulating. Constantly circulating LDL will eventually penetrate blood vessel walls where they build up plaques and narrow blood vessels, sometimes to the point blocking blood flow, causing coronary artery disease. HDL, on the other hand, picks up excess cholesterol and brings it to your liver to be broken down. Coconut oil, probably due to its high levels of lauric acid, will boost HDL. There’s no solid evidence saying that coconut oil alone will prevent heart disease, but there is solid evidence that it boosts HDL, therefore lowering cholesterol, and hypothetically reducing the risk of heart disease. Take ½-1 tablespoon daily. 12. Reduce Risk (or effect) of Alzheimer’s : Alzheimer’s is devastating to all who experience it, whether personally or with a friend or family member. It is no wonder that we search so desperately for a cure. The word that coconut oil could possibly “cure” or prevent Alzheimer’s started circulating with vigor when a pediatrician published a book about feeding coconut oil to her husband, who suffered from Alzheimer’s, and got positive results. Other studies have confirmed that ketones, which are essentially “brain food” provided to keep the brain functioning when the body runs lower on glucose, can help improve memory, and potentially “reverse” the effects of Alzheimer’s. It’s a much more complex subject and process, but that’s it in a really wrapped up nutshell. The dosing that I have uncovered implies 2 teaspoons taken daily with food to help improve cognitive function. 13. Soothe Fly Bites: Oh the sweet relief of coconut oil. When the black flies start biting, it’s the first thing to reach for. It soothes any nasty bites on animals and humans. Just get a little on your fingertips and apply it directly to the bite. 14. Oil/Butter Replacement: There’s no better way to get the benefits of coconut oil than to replace other less desirable fats with it. When cooking or baking, substitute it for butter or just about any oil. It lends moisture, freshness, and richness to baked goods, and a subtle complimentary flavour to savoury dishes. How much you substitute will depend on the recipe you are making. For baking, most people will fall in the 1:1 ratio or 80% coconut oil 20% water when subbing for butter. For basic cakes, cookies, and brownies I find 1:1 to be sufficient. When it comes to more complex pastries that get their flaky puffiness when steam is escaping, 10

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you may find yourself tweaking the amount a little. For oil substituting, subbing 1:1 is a good route to go. 15. SPF Lip Balm: Lips are quite exposed to the elements, and it’s not like there are “lip scarves” or “mouth mittens” to protect them from the harsh world. One thing that’s especially over-looked is sun exposure. You should really apply sunscreen to your lips for full protection, but coconut oil also has a mild SPF protection. It can’t rival SPF 80 (indeed it has an SPF of about 4-6) but even that little bit can help. Apply some coconut oil just before heading out into the sun, and reapply every few hours. I like to melt mine down with just ¼ teaspoon or so of beeswax, as I find it easier to apply, and it has more staying power. 16. Exfoliating Body Scrub: One of my personal favourite uses for coconut oil is serving as a base for body or face scrubs. You can melt some down, stir in some sugar, let it cool, and then use as is. Or, for a fun little project, melt down about a half cup of coconut oil and pour into a muffin tin, soap mould, or anything of the like, and stir in 2-4 tablespoons of white or brown sugar. You can add more if you would like the texture to be coarser. I usually let it cool some before adding the sugar so you don’t just dissolve the grains. Pop it in the fridge and let it solidify and cool completely before removing from the mould. Slice off a piece when needed and use it to gently scrub and exfoliate your face/body (dampen your skin with water first). Rinse off, apply moisturizer, and resist the urge to use it again until later in the week otherwise you run the risk of drying your skin out. 17. Make-Up Remover: Make-up is on your face. Your face is something you would like to protect. So when it comes to removing make-up, don’t turn for harsher store bought products. Go instead to coconut oil, which gently and safely removes all traces of make-up (and leaves your face feeling healthy and refreshed.) Simply scoop some onto your fingertips (it will melt quickly as you use it) and rub it over make-up in a circular motion, rinsing with water afterwards to remove traces of makeup and patting your face dry. It works well with eye make-up, waterproof or not, as well. You can use a mild soap if you wish to remove all traces of the oil. 18. Massage Oil: The benefits of massage are countless, and we could all use one now and again. Rather than using a heavy lotion, simply use coconut oil. You can add essential oils for scent if you like, but I find the smell of coconut oil alone to be heavenly. It also leaves your skin truly moisturized and soft. 19. Nail and Cuticle Treatment: Cuticles get raggedy, nails get broken, chipped, or dull, and it’s not unusual for them to need some TLC every now and then. While there is a plethora of store-bought creams designed specially to miraculously make them look ready for a photo shoot, they are typically over-priced and filled with weird ingredients. This is where coconut oil comes in. Rub a little into your cuticles and over/around your nails to help smooth out flaws and encourage healthy growth. 20. Diaper Cream: Got a little one with a chapped or irritated bum? Look no further than pure coconut oil. I prefer it over the hodge-podge of ingredients found in store bought creams - I like to know what I am putting down there! With its antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral actions, plus its soothing and moisturizing benefits, it makes the ideal “DIY” diaper cream. For a little extra soothing power, try melting it with a bit of shea butter and whipping the two together after they have solidified some. Apply only as much as needed to affected area as you would any other diaper cream. 21. Nipple Cream: There’s nothing more magical than breastfeeding…right?? As amazing as it is, you just can’t ignore the painful cracked or chaffed nipples that often times come with it. And if you need nipple cream, you sure as heck don’t want to be putting anything strange where your little one is going to be putting their wee mouth. After breastfeeding, and a couple of times a day as needed, gently rub a small amount of coconut oil on and around the nipple. After you finish breastfeeding, be sure to pat the area dry before applying the coconut oil.

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Advertising in The Complementary Therapies Directory We promote this directory by handing it out for free at all our events. It is also available as a free download from our website and social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, Pinterest & ISSUU. Each entry is also included in our NEW Online Directory. Links are also included in our monthly e-Newsletters. Each advert size is 134mm(h) x 190mm(w) and we request the finished advert to be saved as a jpeg file. Each advert is charged at just ÂŁ10/month. As well as advertising we are also open to anyone wanting to provide complementary therapy related articles, this is a great opportunity to talk about your particular expertise as well as advertising it. To view previous issues visit - http://mindbodyspiritshows.com/directories/ To book an advertisement, provide an article, find out deadline details or to let us know about your forthcoming events and/or workshops email Karen at info@loveandlightevents.co.uk.

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