April issue 2016

T h e Magazine

Award Winning Chef in Anaheim (White house)

Bruno Serato Exclusive coverage of

Britweek in Beverly Hills, Actors Honor Shakespeare 400 Anniversary

THE HEART BLOSSOM

by Jan Diana April issue 2016

Volume 6 issue 4

Contents BRUNO SERATO

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ARE YOU INSURING YOUR AFTERLIFE

by Roxana Jones

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PARIS CHANSONS

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APOCALYPSE OR AWAKENING

by Teal Swan

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LET'S LEAVE BEHIND THE "I" GENERATION

by Aura Imborus PH.

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BEGIN THE HOLISTIC EVOLUTION OF AWAKENING

by Michael White Ryan

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THE DIRECTION OF JOY

by Frank Daly

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SPREAD YOUR WINGS

by Heike Stenzel

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INTERVIEW WITH RHYS THOMAS

by Maryam Morrison

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BRITWEEK IN BEVERLY HILLS British Stars Honor Shakespeare Anniversary

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THE HEART BLOSSOM

by Jan Diana

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LEGENDARY ROCKER DAVE MASON

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RAISING SPIRITUAL CHILDREN

by Richard Lasiter

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Photo by Artin Mardirosian

Maryam Morrison

Spreading compassion to all Sentient Beings and Lliving in healing and peaceful world

Editor-in-Chief maryammorrison@theedenmagazine.com Maryam Morrison CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Aura Imborus Ph.D. Jan Diana Roxana Jones & Arnaud Sain-Paul Heike Stenzel Michael White Ryan Frank Daly PHOTOGRAPHY & GRAPHICS Artiphics CONTRIBUTING STYLISTS + MAKEUP ARTIST Edward Hakopian WEBSITE theedenmagazine.com FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/TheEdenMagazine To have a copy visit us in http://www.magcloud.com/publish Eden Magazine is an independent monthly online magazine.

Our aim is to create a better environment where we live among other living being in peace and harmony. We support artists that their work match our criteria.

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Bruno Serato

Award Winning Chef in Anaheim (White house)

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Photo by Artiphics Whitehouse in Anaheim, CA

The Love Pasta Chef,

Bruno Serato

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From 1 to 1 Million Meals Served

http://www.anaheimwhitehouse.com

by Aura Imbarus, Ph.D.

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One bowl of pasta, and another one, and one more on top of the first two, and that’s how the number has been exponentially increasing from one child fed a day to 1,800 children daily in twenty-eight different locations in Orange County, in a total of fourteen cities. Among all of them, we can mention: Los Angeles, Anaheim, Stanton, Buena Park, Garden Grove, Fountain Valley, Orange, Santa Ana, Long Beach.

But, this love adventure started in April 2005, when Bruno Serato was touring with his mother the Boys and Girls Club of Anaheim, spotting a kid eating not a very healthy choice of a meal – potato chips - while drinking boxed juice. Those choices were the boy’s dinner, appalling Serato and his mother. Upon their return to the Anaheim White House, both of them cooked a pasta meal for that boy and for several dozen others, and since that night, Bruno Serato, the Love Pasta Chef never stopped cooking. As one of latest additions and in order to ease off kids’ mode of transportation, he bought a van to transport kids daily from and back to Boys and Girls Club.

Caterina Lunardi, Bruno’s mother, was the fire that, more than a decade ago, ignited the burning desire to help Orange County’s neediest children by creating Caterina’s Club. After seeing that boy, Caterina made her emotions known to Bruno, her son, and she helped him that night to cook for the kids, a tradition that continues today, even if Mamma is not here with us anymore. From heaven, for sure she is looking down on earth at her beloved son with approval and admiration.

Hard financial times didn’t avoid Chef Bruno, who managed to keep his club afloat, refinancing the restaurant and his home in Huntington Beach. At one point, he was paying $50,000 out of his own pocket for the kids’ pasta meals. But he never gave up his dream the way he never gave up his personal Phoenix bird flight, from arriving in the U.S. as an Italian immigrant with poor English skills, forced to settle for the dishwasher position, to becoming in five years the chef and owner of the Anaheim White House, a hot spot in OC. From Verona to Anaheim, from a dishwasher to restaurant owner and later CNN Hero, Bruno Serato’s journey is one to be looked at and imitated. His national exposure via “CBS Evening brought a flood of donations to his club.

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Photo by Artiphics Whitehouse in Anaheim, CA Bruno with portrait of his mother Caterina Lunardi 10 THEEDENMAGAZINE.COM e February 2016

Photo by Artiphics Whitehouse in Anaheim, CA Bruno with his Nephew & Manager Sylvano 11 THEEDENMAGAZINE.COM e February 2016

Bob Hodson Photography studiohodson.com Nowadays Bruno’s endeavors branched out to other cities: New York, Chicago, taking like a love tsunami – Texas; it even reached one of our neighboring countries: Mexico. After a recent Italian tour, while being featured on many Italian television channels, The Power of Pasta Tour has started under Chef Bruno’s guiding torch; it involves 1,500 culinary students who have started collecting pasta for underprivileged families.

families in need money for the first, last month’s rent and for a security deposit in order to move out of low-budget motels, often being on the edge of homelessness. As of today, he already moved 95 families, accounting for 500 people.

Besides food on the table for kids, he is providing a roof above people’s heads, helping financing housing for youth and their parents.

In the U.S., he created Chef Bruno Hospitality Program for 12 weeks, teaching the 28 students enrolled in the program the ins-and-outs of this industry.

I guess if there is a will, there is a way!

Pasta, marinara sauce, love and commitment are the ingredients Bruno has been using for his Caterina’s Club since the first day he opened its doors, going from one child’s meal to one million meals served up to date!

With the help of different other charity organizations, Bruno’s new Welcome Home housing program provides

Is the sky the limit for this amazing soul? No, not even close!

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sAnaheim White

History

This amazing and beautiful national historical landmark was skillfully crafted by a gentleman named Dosithe Gervais in 1909. From there the home exchanged hands from the Waterman family then on to Dr. Truxaw and his wife, Louise. The Truxaw family would call this lovely mansion their home for 50 years.

Dr. Truxaw was well known to all in the community.

Much like the restaurants current owner, Bruno Serato, Dr. Truxaw had a reputation for “never refusing to help anyone.” He delivered 3,500 babies, spanning three generations. Bruno had the opportunity to meet many members of the Truxaw family’s new generation and has a great deal of respect of this great family. Jim and Barbara Stovall purchased the home in 1981.

Almost immediately, new plans were drawn up for the restoration of the home as “Thee White House Restaurant,” which opened on New Year’s Eve of 1981. Today Jim and Bobbie Stovall are Bruno’s most loyal friends and customers. Making every effort to maintain the historical integrity and appearance of the home as it was in 1909, very few changes were made in the refurbishment project. The restoration was copied from original existing pieces whenever possible. The interior of the home was restored with most rooms retaining their original size and shape. The fireplace in the main dining room and many of the windows are original.

In 1987, Today’s owner, an Italian from San Bonifacio, Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliette, Bruno Serato took over the ownership of the Anaheim White

Houses

House Restaurant, which now features Northern Italian Steak House cuisine. In 2013 Bruno had an Italian artist, Daniele Dolino, remodel the interior and “tattoo” the entire main dining room with frescoes that you will only find the original castles and villas in Italy.

Sitting in the main dining room will take you to Florence’s renaissance era. Bruno’s award-winning and signature entrees befit the establishment, and his philosophy is simple: to treat each and every one of his patrons as personal guests in his home.

Simple as it may be, Anaheim’s once “hidden treasure” is now recognized worldwide, and has become a “home” to many. Numerous celebrities such as Danny De Vito, Andrea Bocelli, Gwen Stefani, Derek Jeter, Lionel Richie, Sir Sidney Poitier and even former presidents Jimmy Carter and George W. Bush have enjoyed delightful dinners with Bruno’s magnificent fare.

Anaheim White House has also catered events both nationally and internationally for many, including Bruno’s favorite ~ Madonna. Bruno’s restaurant has also won several awards of excellence.

Anaheim White House garnered the DiRoNA award, a very prestigious award given to only a select few in all of North America. Also the highly coveted Golden Sceptre award was given to Bruno as the highest honor by the S. California Restaurant Writers in addition to the Five Star Diamond Award by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences, 13 THEEDENMAGAZINE.COM e April 2016

Caterina's http://www.caterinasclub.org/#intro

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Club

Caterina Red Carper Gala Event August 28 at the marconi museum in Tustin call kaylee at 714-4085762 or email at kaylee@caterinasclub.org

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PHOT BY CASHMAN PHOTO ENTERPRISE

A small list of a few of many awards and accolades awarded to Sir Chef Bruno for his work in Feeding the Kids in America are: - 2016 Daily Point of Light Award honoree originated out of the White House in 1989 under President George H.W. Bush.

Bruno awards

Just a few to mention

- 2015 “Best Author” in category “excellence in collaborative works” ~ National Academy of Best-Selling Authors - The Italian Talent Association, award at the Chamber of Deputies, New Hall of the Palace of the Parliamentary Groups, in Rome - Humanitarian award ~ The Italian Pasta and Sweet Manufactures’ Association and International Pasta Organization World Pasta Day & Congress at the Palazzo Italia in Milan - Montale award (Nobel Prize) “Outside of Home 2015” - Francisco Briseno Lifetime Achievement award ~ Hispanic Lawyers Association - Warriors Medal of Valor ~ Native American Nations of the United States of America - National Italian talent award for keeping the quality of Italian tradition abroad 2014 - Speaker of the Year ~

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Orange County Regional Chapter, Community Associations Institute - N-Action Family Network Humanitarian Award presented by the House of Representatives - TV 2000, Bruno on Vatican Television 2013 - Pope John XXIII Award - for Outstanding Achievement Towards Humanity, Italian Catholic Federation - Bruno receives the order of “Knighthood / Cavalliere” – On behalf of Italian President, The highest honor for an Italian citizen - Peace Award – Church of Christ in Orange, California - Celebration of Fathers Award – (Awarded along with Andrea Bocelli) Simin Hope Foundation 2012 - Scudo San Martino Medallion - given to individuals as recognition for acts of generosity, altruism and humans olidarity (Mother Teresa of Calcutta is a previous recipient of this award).

- Americana Man of the Year – Cypress College - St joseph catholic man of the year 2016

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Are You Insuring Your Afterlife?

by Roxana Jones http://roxanajones.com/

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It’s so easy to assume we’re only what we see in the mirror as our physical selves. But deep inside we all know and accept—even when our ego mind works hard in trying to ignore for us this acceptance—this body we now have, sooner or later is going to disappear. In my personal case, I know this Roxana I see right now as myself won’t last forever and that once I am ready to move on to my next step in the afterlife, I will definitely want to look back to see if I was able to use every moment and every opportunity here to grow and evolve.

During the last “board meeting” I had with my heart and mind, I realized how hard it is for us to think about our evolution as energetic beings that are living a human experience for a short period of time. We live in a society where we’re constantly bombarded with FEAR-based ideas and recommendations on how to make sure everything we currently have stays with us and it’s not lost or stolen. As a result of this crazy reality in which we have been conditioned to believe we can control all of our lives when in truth we only control a tiny percentage of it, from an early age we start to think that in order for us to have peace of mind we must insure our lives, health, businesses, cars, homes, furniture, and basically anything that is of great value to us, which perhaps could be at risk of being lost or taken away from us.

Don’t get me wrong. I don’t have anything against those that sell insurances or the ones that buy them. I myself have had to insure some of my “things” because it’s illegal to be uninsured; our system obliges us to do so. My point is that we’re all too focused on this material and temporary world as if it was the ONLY thing we had when in truth, it’s the least certain thing we can depend on.

What percentage of the population is dedicating at least a portion of their lives to insure their best possible afterlife? Who is even thinking about it anyway? It seems interesting to me the fact that we all love to plan for the future. But then, where is the ending line of this future? For the majority death is the future’s deadline! Does this mean there is no future (non-linear, atemporal future) after death? Goodness, if this was so, all the scientific theories explaining the energetic nature of this universe would simply have to be thrown in the garbage bin and replaced by new theories we don’t have.

More so, Einstein’s well accepted thesis stating that energy never dies and it only transforms would have to be erased from the collective consciousness of this planet.

Sadly, we are that same society which has established the limiting beliefs we continue to impose on ourselves as if we didn’t have any other choice.

We are the ones choosing not to reflect on our evolution. Instead, we leave it to the scientists, as if this “matter” didn’t have to do with us, the ones who are evolving!

We still prefer to see ourselves as a “physical body with expiration date” and not as an eternal energetic being that will soon change and transform into something different, surely something greater.

In other words, once our short-term vessel expires, all the money invested in all those insurances, all the material things we’ve acquired and kept insured so preciously stays here in the material world while we move on to the next step. Don’t you think that this system of beliefs where the material is what has the greatest value while our individual energetic bodies are completely ignored must definitely change if we truly want to see a more just and equal world?

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Have you ever studied about how huge your true energetic Self is? And have you ever wondered if you’re doing all you need with it in order to rest in peace once it’s time to move on to your next level?

In the present is where we create our future, even the non-linear and atemporal future that comes after we physically die. We do so by taking time from our busy lives to meditate on all that is NOT material and CANNOT be insured. All that will “go” with us as part of our energy once we are ready to “die.” Ironically, that which cannot be insured here in this physical reality is precisely what will ensure our experience in the afterlife…

Oh, dearest life, you certainly are the most wonderful contradiction of all. Isn’t it amazing how you make us play the human game where we forget all that we’ve known before birth and then recover it only when you’re no longer a part of us?

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Roxana Jones and Arnaud Saint-Paul devote themselves to their life purpose: To open as many hearts as possible and to help shifting the consciousness of the planet.

As spiritual healers and teachers, life and business partners, their intent is to “ help millions around the world to embrace change and start living the type of love, happiness and abundance both of them now know exists for everyone once they are healed.� Together, they work enthusiastically in bringing to their audience the best of themselves so that everyone can connect to their own Truth and unveil who they truly are: divine beings enlightening the world in their own unique ways, even when darkness makes it hard to believe it is so.

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HELLO HOLLYWOOD

Expressions Unlimited “Showcase Sizzle”

by Allison Chance photography by Carlos E. Zeron

The three new stars of an original Netflix pilot contracts signed right here...

Bobbie Chance’s A-List Thursday Night Showcase is a Hollywood Legend. It is a Star-Making Showcase, performed by the hottest, freshest, castable talent, performing scenes from the best films, tv series, and plays.

Two and a half hours of non-stop raw, emotional entertainment. Academy Award Winner Anthony Hopkins, Brad Pitt, Giovanni Ribisi, Jennifer Aniston, Scarlett Johansson, and Martin Lawrence are among some of the celebrities that have worked out on Bobbie’s Stage. All celebrities, all high rolling industry professionals, all movie investors are welcome to our Showcase on a weekly basis.

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Brawn, beauty, brains and Bobbie

Good cop, bad cop... Special effects department totally unnecessary!

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Paris Chansons The group was recently featured on the CBS/KCAL news!

Check it out here: https://youtu.be/u_sbnMQmvO8 Get a taste of their shows at the Sofitel, Vibrato and the Catalina: https://youtu.be/-MP037_gumk

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Paris Chansons is LA’s premier French band. Recently featured on the CBS/KCAL news, they are known for their original renditions of French favorites from Aznavour, Brel, Dassin, Piaf, Montand all the way to contemporary artists like Zaz. Their exhilarating performances are punctuated with traditional jazz standards as well as classics in Russian, Italian, and other languages.

Four multilingual singers bring an unparalleled diversity to their shows. Julia Kantor, originally from the Ukraine, lived and studied in France where she discovered in French music a soul connection that still imbues every performance. She entrances from the stage with a sultry voice and dynamic presence. Together with her husband, Jacob, a Russian-born singer/songwriter, they launched Paris Chansons. Max Cohen grew up in Morocco steeped in French music, particularly the songs of Enrico Macias. Max’s rich velvety tone delivers beautifully nuanced renditions of his favorites, complete with a signature North African lilt.

Jean-Louis Darville, born in Paris, is not only a gifted vocalist but also a professional actor.

He approaches each song like a theatrical performance and lets the music take over, adding a unique spin to the beloved songs of Brel, Gainsbourg and Montand, among others.

Superb musicianship anchors the ensemble, effortlessly moving from jazzy improvisation to slow-burning balladry to blistering gypsy fervor. All seasoned pros, the musicians are Jeff Lams on piano, Adam Cohen on upright bass, Endre Balogh on violin, Sinclair Lott on drums and Jacob Kantor on guitar. Paris Chansons takes you an a journey without leaving your seat (except maybe to dance!), a spectacular celebration of French and international music that brings the world that much closer.

You can see videos and hear audio samples at: www.parischansons.com Paris Chansons will be performing on Thursday, May 5th at the legendary Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood. This show is sponsored by Toast Vodka! For more information about future shows, to see video clips & hear audio samples, go to: www.parischansons.com

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JULIA & JACOB KANTOR Julia Kantor is the producer of Paris Chansons and one of the four vocalists. Originally from Lvov, Ukraine, she lived and studied in France where she fell in love with the language and music. Together with her husband, Jacob, a Russian-born singer/songwriter, she has appeared in clubs and festivals all over Los Angeles. They began singing together on their first date and have continued ever since, in French as well as Russian and English. Julia recently contributed vocals to a French children’s album which has been released through Habla Blah Blah.

JEAN-LOUIS DARVILLE Jean-Louis began his career as an actor in Paris, then moved to Los Angeles. He has participated in many theater productions ranging from classical to contemporary pieces. Besides his own theatre company, Euro-Theatre, he has played with many prestigious companies including the Actors Gang and Cirque du Soleil. In Paris Chansons, he’s known for his dramatic performances of the songs of Brel, Ray Ventura, Gainsbourg as well as his original song, “Tango Parisien” and much more. He approaches the song as an actor and then lets the music take over.

Jacob Kantor, originally from Moscow, is the guitarist and one of singers in the band. He uses looping and effects pedals to create original renditions of French favorites like “Et si tu n’existais pas” and others. The couple also performs Jacob’s original songs, “Bamiyan” and “Voodoo” which have been re-invented into French by songwriter Zera Vaughan. Julia and Jacob launched Paris Chansons three years ago.

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MAX COHEN Max Cohen is a Los Angeles-based performer born in Morocco and raised in Israel. From a young age he was immersed in the popular French music of the day. The songs he sings today are the true sounds of his life’s journey.

Max is known for his passionate performances of the works of Macias, Aznavour, Adamo as well as a rousing rendition of the Italian favorite “L’italiano” and Paris Chansons’ signature hit “Zingarella” which gets the audiences up on their feet and dancing.

SINCLAIR LOTT Drummer Sinclair Lott was born in Los Angeles where he currently lives and performs in a multitude of musical genres from commercial studio work to original jazz projects. Some of the musicians he has worked with include Freddie Hubbard, Tigran Hamasyan, Dianne Reeves, Mose Allison, Frank Zappa, Vanessa Williams, Big Joe Turner, Billy Childs, Tierney Sutton, Otis Rush, Eric Gale, Mike Miller, Harry Allen and Bob Sheppard.

ADAM COHEN BASSIST/COMPOSER In a city where the best of the best have set the bar high for their fellow bassists looking to earn a place among them, Adam Cohen has carved out a healthy piece of the pie. On almost any given night in Los Angeles, Adam can be found lending his solid and creative support to an array of artists covering a broad range of stylistic demands.

The clarity of his lines, the sturdiness of his groove, and his abilities as a soloist has, in addition to making him a favorite among many artists and composers, put him in the spotlight as leader of his own band.

A true “double threat”, Adam’s prowess on both the acoustic and 6-string electric bass has found him sharing stage & studio with the likes of Ray Charles, The New York Voices, Taylor Dayne, David Benoit, Maxine Nightingale, Ernie Watts, Phil Upchurch, Eric Marienthal, Tim Weisberg, Connie Stevens, and Engelbert Humperdinck. As a recording artist, his playing and composing is showcased on his two albums;1994’s “Gig Bag” and his latest release, “Ritual”.

JEFF LAMS Jeff has contributed his talents as a producer, composer, arranger, artist or musician with multiple artists such as Donna Summer, Rita Coolidge, Bebe Winans, Sam Philips (Virgin Recording artist), Maureen McGovern, Larry Gatlin, Michael W. Smith, Phil Keaggy, Crystal Lewis, Lou Graham (Foreigner), Paul Overstreet, Dino (East/West, Island recording artist), Richie Furay (of Poco fame), Crystal Lewis, Benny Hester, Kathy Trocoli (Reunion/Geffen recording artist), Gary Shandling, Nell Carter, Don Rickles, Tommy Coomes Band as well as others.

He worked as Musical Director and Conductor on Broadway for Tony-nominated musical, “The Civil War” (Frank Wildhorn), and Laurence Olivier Award winner “Kat and the Kings”, as well as Associate Conductor on “Wonderland” on Broadway in 2011. His composition and soundtrack was used in Sidney Pollack’s movie, “Sabrina”, and sound design for “Jekyll & Hyde: Jeff has provided his expertise as an artist/clinician for Roland Corporation and a beta tester for Spectrasonics (virtual instruments).

ENDRE BALOGH With an impressive list of international concert triumphs to his credit, violinist Endre Balogh has performed as soloist with the Berlin Philharmonic, Rotterdam Philharmonic, Zürich Tonhalle Orchestra, Frankfurt Symphony, and Basel Symphony as well as several other European ensembles.

He has appeared with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the orchestras of Washington D.C., Seattle, Denver, Dallas, and Honolulu to name just a few.

Beyond that, he is also a multiple award-winning photographer and graphic artist, whose works are displayed in many prestigious collections. In 2010, Shutterbug Magazine chose one of his photos to grace the cover of their annual “Expert Photo Techniques” guide.

Endre was designated “2015 Nature Photographer Of the Year” by the California Professional Photographers Association. He received the prestigious “2015 Diamond Award” Endre’s vast collection of beautiful Sacred Geometry artworks are acknowledged worldwide to be among the finest of the genre.

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Apocalypse or Awakening?

by Teal Swan

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You're probably feeling it... No matter how cloaked your perceptions have become throughout your life, it does not take much to be able to tell that we are in the process of a giant shift here on Planet Earth.

This shift is creating rapid change. It is for this reason that you may be experiencing a good deal of anxiety at this time. The fact that there are large groups of people who have been firm in their beliefs recently that this shift is in fact the energy mounting only to culminate in the end of the world and an apocalypse does not help alleviate the anxiety. The intercultural prophecies surrounding 2012 as well as what mainstream media marketing has made out of them has put many people on earth in a powerless position of anticipation, questioning and fear. This fear is completely unnecessary. The physical matter that you see in your physical environment is at its most elementary level, nothing but energy. It is energy just like consciousness is energy. And consciousness is a universal truth, not just an individual truth. Universal consciousness is changing. The consciousness of this dimension we are living in is changing. We are experiencing a great confluence of energies. Because of this, we are in the midst of a vast metamorphosis.

When the energetic vibration of consciousness rises, our physical dimension must stay in resonance with it. This is a universal law, because anything that is physical is merely the by product of consciousness.

This means the Earth is raising its frequency and we as a human race are raising our frequency. We are making evolutionary changes as a species as we speak.

This process can be called ascension because we will be expanding at a very fast rate beyond the restrictions we have been experiencing for thousands of years. We are awakening to absolute, universal truth and to our own (non external) divinity. We are becoming more quantum and more inter-dimensional at our very core. We are evolving past the foundation of both programmed and inherited beliefs into the knowledge that this is a universe of no restrictions and no limitations. This allows us to awaken into the objective view of the truth that always was, always is and always will be... that we create our own realities. And that we do so with our every thought. This galactic alignment (which is merely the physical byproduct of such a grand scale magnetic shift in our dimension following this shift of consciousness) does not spell the end of the world, it does not spell apocalypse. It spells a re birth. It is the birth of a new dimensional reality for us, the birth of a heightened consciousness. this is a grand scale awakening. The realization of an evolved state of being for the galaxy we live in.

To those who resist this change and cling to what was, it will indeed be a painful transition, for many will be convinced that they are losing their control, their identities and their realities. They will come face to face with the fear of death. They will find proof of it for themselves by looking at things like illness, wars and natural disasters. But as humanity is approaching and in the midst of this critical juncture, you should know that just like any juncture, it is always your choice which path you take, the path of resistance or the path of allowance. If you choose to allow it and embrace this shift, you will not be swallowed up by this wave of change, you will be riding it. You will welcome this shift with open arms, excited for it. You will be able to experience the feeling of going with the flow of this change, and use its immense energy to achieve a state which perfectly matches the heightened frequency of this new consciousness. You will awaken with the rest of this universe with ease.

Each and every day we are presented the opportunity

to either use our minds to cultivate a lowered or a heightened energetic frequency in and of ourselves.

This shift is a current of opportunity propelling you (if you will let it) towards appreciation, compassion, purpose, peace, understanding, forgiveness, kindness, awareness and joy. Let it take you; trust where it is taking you. Do not let your focus be distracted by things you see around you (which others will be so intent on pointing out to you) which are detrimental to feeling good. This is an opportunity to re train your mind. This is the opportunity to awaken instead of remain in the trappings of previous illusions You are free to activate within it whatever you would like to have activated there. And subsequently, what you have activated within your mind will become your reality. You need not ever fear this. You are not victims of this Universe. You are not victims of this Earth you live on. You are not victims of each other. You are unlimited potential expressing yourself in the manifestation that you see in the mirror every day. You came to this planet at exactly this point, eager for the experience of exactly this.

Teal Swan, known to many as ‘The Spiritual Catalyst’ or the ‘Giggling Guide’ was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

She was born with a range of extrasensory abilities including clairvoyance, clairsentience, clairaudience and claircognizance.

During her childhood Teal’s parents, accepted a job in the Wasatch-Cache National Forest of Utah, unaware of the intensely religious climate of the location.

Teak now travels the world as a spiritual luminary, using her abilities to remind people of the united, energetic nature of this universe and teaching people how to find bliss in the midst of even the most difficult challenges. In 2012 Teal founded Teal Eye LLC. Along with an accompanying non-profit called Headway Foundation. The aim of both companies is to catalyze positive world change.

Teal’s vision is to enable everyone on earth to live free, joyous and healthy lives and she is determined to make that vision a reality.For more information or to arrange an interview, email Blake Dyer at sundyer@tealeye.com

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Let’s Leave Behind the “I” Generation!

by Aura Imbarus, Ph.D.

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Enough talking about me, really! So, what do YOU… think of ME? Narcissism: the 21century most dangerous virus. It is here to stay, and it is here to infest each and every one of us.

Is there a way to protect ourselves from it and how?

If in the 1940s and in the 1950s we had Life Magazine, in the 1970s People Magazine surfaced. Our focus narrowed even more with Us, and then we became self absorbed with Self. The 21st century is centered around “I:” iPhone, iPad, iTouch, iPod, and, of course, MySpace and YouTube and Facebook.

Can we become more narcissistic than this?

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The whole world revolves around our own egotistical persona, and there is nothing more important than “me, myself and I.” How can we find someone to share our lives with if “I” takes control over the whole space? How can we see human qualities in others if “I” has already conquered the arena?

The more technology has advanced, the more human touch has disappeared. We became the result of our quest, the quest to know more, live well, and rely less on others. We became the surrogates of a society that doesn’t need love and feelings, emotions, and TLC. Hiding ourselves in cubicles at work, behind computer screens for on-line dating we have isolated ourselves while growing our own ego bigger and stronger. Financially- we are better off, physically - we are healthier, intellectually – we are definitely smarter, so Me, Myself and I are the best friends that I can possibly have. I can conquer the world; I am the master and the servant; I am the light and the darkness, I am the yin and the yang; I am the sunrise and the sunset.

Did we become so self-absorbed that we don’t need anybody else in our lives?

So, then, why are we still talking about looking for our soul mate? How can someone match us in our wish to love ourselves?

John Steinbeck, the famous American writer once said, “It has always seemed strange to me... the things we admire in men, kindness and generosity, openness, honesty, understanding and feeling, are the concomitants of failure in our system.

And those traits we detest, sharpness, greed, acquisitiveness, meanness, egotism and self-interest, are the traits of success. And while men admire the quality of the first, they love the produce of the second.”

We need to look at ourselves in the mirror and stop this process of self-destruction. We need to see that our EGO is what keeps us separate from others; it is what gives us false power, thick skin, inflated personalities, unequaled self-worth, and the “narcissistic I.” People need to reach out to others in order to better themselves. Communication is the key to 32 THEEDENMAGAZINE.COM e April 2016

a harmonious life, to an advanced, sophisticated family where sincerity, open stance and unconditional support are the key ingredients.

We get what we ask for and what we project in the universe based on the Laws of Attraction.

So, in order for the universe to give us the best, we need to be at our best in the open-mindedness of the brain and the caring of the heart!

Let’s turn the cold, rigid I into the warm, all-inclusive WE! Aura Imbarus, Ph.D. is an awarded educator, freelance journalist, and author of “Out of the Transylvania Night,” a memoir detailing her life in Romania during the communist regime. Her latest work, “Returning Home: A Journey of Finding Oneself ” is due out in early 2016.

She has a BA in Foreign Languages; MA in American and British Literature; PhD in World Humanities. She has been teaching high school and college level classes in So Cal since 1998.

Aura was featured on NBC, ABC, CNBC, Good Morning San Diego, Forbes Romania, etc.

Aura is the Cultural Director of Viitorul Roman, a California Nonprofit Cultural and Aid Society.

She is also the President and Co-Founder of RAPN- Romanian American Professional Network and President of EuroCircles in LA. She is on the Board of Wesley Foundation, UCLA, a Reconciling Community & Immigrant Welcoming Community, and she is involved with Scott. J. Schwartz Foundation helping children with disabilities.”

She writes for The Global Woman Magazine in London, Beverly Hills Times Magazine, The Immigrant, Hermannstader Zeitung in Transylvania and she also works as a freelance journalist for Entertainment and Sports Today!

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BEGIN THE HOLISTIC EVOLUTION OF AWAKENING There is only the SELF everything else must follow

by Michael White Ryan www.languageofspace.com

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We shall overcome, we shall overcome, the catch cry rings out across the land after being blinded for eons by a false result driven mindset. A new vision has arrived, from across the horizon, the world is no longer flat, behold we have landed on yours and our shoreline.

Boy was that a slow train coming.

We may have the ideas, motivation, creativity and intelligence but the employer is holding the reins and his box thinking education can’t be held against him.

We, yes we, you and me have moved over the tipping point from duty acceptance to, what is this crap of not owning ones true integrous authentic self. It’s a big question, so where did this over allowing come from? Unfortunately it all goes back to the roots of where we came from. Yep it’s a big statement and some of you may have that past life, ancestral, reincarnation thing happening but is that helping or avoiding the here and now. I am talking this time-frame!

Consciousness has a way of delivering the “HARD TRUTH”. No doubt it’s been unfortunate but mindset has had its day, but hey, if you want to build that new foundation, build it on falseness and measure the time before you arrive back where you started many many times previously. Interesting isn’t it, when in business we incorporate for protect ourselves from engagement

so the veil can’t be penetrated when we stuff up and don’t want to be responsible. But for us, the human where is that protection when we engage with another.

As we grow education instills in us the sequencing of how to be as a man as a woman in the world, successful, married, family, financial and the endless other stuff. For some they didn’t buy into it, so they followed their passion and created a personal world where rewards and benefits are a two way street, good for them, good for you and me! How do we jump ship and join them, that is today’s most puzzling question?

Believe me you have heard this a thousand times over in your life “KNOW THY SELF” but they left out that one crucial word “FIRST”. First means before anything, anyone, you come first!!! No this is not some religious mumbo-jumbo, just plain good old common sense, who you are what you are, is not the same!

If there is any truth to the statement “you are unique” then stop, stop now, and stop listening to generalizations. For you are more than you will ever know, greater than you will ever conceive. The idea that when self-sufficient in knowledge leads to how we can help ourselves personally and in business is the biggest load of poison we ever ingested individually and collectively.

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If there is any light in your mind about the fact “everything is connected” then mentally, literally understand this…the same process functions unnoticeably across the board in all the many different variations of how we function in life. And we saw this in the recent recession, the majority of businesses who stayed with their existing systems are no longer here and those who recognized the need to adopted new strategies, who engaged in risk to match the changing organic new reality, are thriving, yes oh yes. Bless those CEO”s and decision makers for they gave opportunity to their workers, their families, their children and the community received the ripple effect. How, by recognizing the moment, their quick decisions benefited each and every one. If you can’t see that this a small part of everything connected then stop reading and go buy a newspaper.

As humans how we function and awake during our journey is no different to how a business becomes successful. A business “Vision / Mission” is no different to the foundation of how you see the “Who / What” you are! All the statistics coming out in 2016 surveys claim, you as an employee or solo entrepreneur are more important than any strategies or systems, halleluiah. Don’t you just love recognition!!! Discover by any number of means, the self. Look on the internet and see what fits and get rid of the rest. As you go about your daily life be aware of how you function, gauge the results you achieve, observe your triggers and make adjustments. Of course I have the best system on the planet and that will be your choice.

Why go back to the beginning? Foundation is everything, the world of change demands it, listen to the universe, listen to your inner being, find that resonance, pay attention to synchronized results for they are the tell-tale of the stories you are following…or it may be the self, following passion in the now continued path of personal Qi. My Gift for you now is your mindset creates your action but your motive determines the driving force that sets that action into motion. Become mindful of

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your motive, is it emotional or mindset take notice if it comes for lack (in order to gain) is it a cause, conscious or unconsciously wanting a result, or as a free gift (a solo action) not wanting or needing an end result. This come from advanced Everything is Connected Feng Shui.

Blessing upon you one and all.

Michael White Ryan is a co-founder with his wife Pamela Edwards of Language of Space.

They are leaders in sustainable business growth via Performance Design and Performance Code.

Sustainable design encompasses both Western and Eastern philosophies including advanced Feng Shui principles, Environmental Design, Buildings, Alternative Health, Business Advisory Consultants and 20 plus years as entrepreneurs.

Recognized in the top 100 globally and are Americas Leading Feng Shui Business Consultants.

They are on faculty at CEO Space International one of the oldest business organizations in America today, currently operate in 7 countries and reside in Henderson NV. http://www.languageofspace.com/case-studies. html

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ince the beginning of time humans have searched for answer to the essential questions regarding the human experience.

Is there a God ?

Is there a purpose for existence? If so, what is that purpose?

The

Direction of Joy

by Frank Daly

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What is the right way to live?

These questions are at the heart of every culture that has ever existed and yet so many feel there is no real answer to be found. As we examine all of the information at our disposal in the 21st century from Ayurvedic science to String Theory, we begin to recognize a pattern. All sources are basically telling the same story over and over, each from a unique perspective but with a similar starting point.

If we consider the basic principles of quantum physics and the parables from the Bible we can see they support one another allowing a complex yet simple understanding of how the universe truly operates.

Albert Einstein: “I am enough of an artist to draw from my Imagination. Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.”

Hebrews 11:1: Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of this go not seen.

Both of these sources assert that everything that is was once imagined.

When we believe that what we can imagine we can also create, we are empowered to make manifest our wildest dreams as the world around us is always a direct reflection of our beliefs. When we understand this we can better direct our lives. The universe truly is a well organized, perfectly ordered system and when this is truly understood we can enjoy a sense of ease knowing that we need not struggle against life.

Everything we come across is directing us to this understanding. The universe works like a GPS. If we request a specific destination the GPS will direct us step-by-step to our desired end point only if we trust in its ability to do so. If we do not have faith in the GPS we may questions every dictated turn and consequently feel frustrated and lost. But the GPS does not care how far we travel in the wrong direction, it will always recalculate and get us from where we are to where we desire to be. The GPS is a fractal of how the universe operates, it is always steering us in the direction of our desire and we simply have to trust and allow.

Similarly, when we begin to trust in the natural laws of the universe we will discover how wellorganize it truly is and at this point we start to live the life we instinctively know we deserve to live.

Do not trust what I’m saying just because it is written here. We must come to discover it ourselves and formulate our individual truth. After all, most if not all of our confusion comes from what other people tell us (even when their intentions are good) what we should be doing without truly knowing it themselves. When people in our life come to know how the laws of the universe operate their role is to simply offer up guidance to assist us in our own discovery. One of the things we first realize is that we are all on our own path, no two are alike,

but we share the common desire to live a joyous life.

When we become excited about the choices we make the universe will automatically present the process that best suits our individual needs based on where we are, because the universe knows where we are at all times. If we follow these signs and act on them as best as we can we will find ourselves heading in the direction of joy. Remember, life is about direction and if we choose the direction we prefer the universe will keep laying down the path to support our journey. We can also choose to head away from out preferences and we will be equally supported in that journey through experiencing fear, frustration, and sadness resulting in a life of struggle.

As we choose the road we prefer all of life’s questions will be answered in perfect timing.

Let’s enjoy our preferred journey together!

j Frank Daly is a wellness coach and author who has transformed lives for over 15 years with his ability to enable his clients to see beyond the immediate drama of life and connect to the greater whole.

His recent publication, Enjoy the Ride is a simple explanation of how to use your inner guidance system to reach your goals and live a life of joy. Frank lives in Arizona with his wife and son and is currently working on his second book.

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Angel Message Archangel Ariel for April 2o16

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Spread your Wings

by Heike Stenzel of Angel & Beyond

We are inviting you to zoom in to the sphere of light to travel on a wave of increasing consciousness.

These arising have forerun in the Super New Moon, Solar Eclipse and Full Moon and Lunar eclipse of March. It stirred, it shaken to create a sensation of upbringings to face the hidden emotions to be released and set free to become light.

Soul to Soul to seek your Soul Group you remember so very much and you long to tune into the Sound of your Soul Group to find home within your Heart. Accompanying effects you may feel the urge to start changing what you eat detoxify and use physical exercise to balance your Body, Mind and Spirit.

The conclusion may not looked at; yet but primed to move forward to a life Changing event to serve the purpose than ever experienced.

Big time for sure! And then, when you almost framed the option to overcome, another wave of awareness may arise to unfold further aspects you need to let go now.

Do you want to be free or do you want to bind yourself to a false state of mind, created by the illusion and separation?

You may not feel comfortable and prefer to quash; a habit you used before. This is not the time to continue to mask your negative emotions by numbing yourselves with an overload of responsibilities, by stuffing down food or drugs; that only servers one purpose - not to feel the pain, hurt, wounds you have experienced. By it, you underestimate the power of the highest part that wishes, you to become the True Self you are. Full of potential and power, filled by the light of source.

All what we are, is the result of what we have thought.

The mind is everything.

What we think, we become ~BUDDHA

This fear, this anxiety won´t leave and will follows you like a shadow created by the sun setting down; entangling to a limited being that you are not!

Mind blowing and deep set emotions caused you to jump on an unwanted roller coaster. Slowly it began to speed up in intensity that you felt you won’t be able control by an explosion followed by realization and stillness giving.

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This fear, this anxiety won´t leave and will follows you like a shadow created by the sun setting down; entangling to a limited being that you are not!

Mind blowing and deep set emotions caused you to jump on an unwanted roller coaster. Slowly it began to speed up in intensity that you felt you won’t be able control by an explosion followed by realization and stillness giving.

Hope that there is something else waiting for you.

The year will continue to test you, lesson been given, encounters to face the limitations you have put upon you.

We ask you, allow yourself to grow, allow the part of you to transform into a flower that begins to blossom and radiates to light the world. Source will continue to unfold, naturally in a way you are able to hold the light in your subtle body. This light is the light of your light body.

Furthermore, the month of April you experience an awareness, confusion that fogged your mind will be lifted; yet it will be the perfect time to open up to the trust to courageous steps forward to your own transformation to something better.

This transformation will set things into motion where you feel the urge to let go of a job that invaded and limited your powerful source within. Served the part of material foundation and almost burned you out to become an empty shell.

“A dead Shell is of no use and its purpose would not have truly revealed its true nature and the treasure it hides.”

We kindly remind you to remember this, while you progress through the weeks of April. Know that the timing is perfect and it all will make sense to a higher degree when you have shifted lower frequency and changed to higher energies which is full of light!

This month can shake you up and invite further occurrences into your life to let go of unhealthy relationships that may not nourishes one another in the best way. Don´t be afraid and remember that you are eternally loved. See the truth in the

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deepest part of your heart.

And this truth is like a tiny beam that burst apart to emerge into full spectrum of light; onto the surface of your beingness. We point out that you become aware and conscious for what you need to let go at this present moment of time. Non intrusive in forgiving manner your heart set free.

For this month whatever you need to experience we highly advise to set yourself the time for meditating. Stillness of the mind opens the gate to Source, merging your higher Self with your personality. Don´t narrow down that you won´t find time when it can become so precious and to make yourself a vessel to receive guidance and insights through meditation.

May set your alarm 10 minutes before you have to get up normally and sit contemplating your question you long to light.

We are at your side at all times and with becoming the stillness in the early morning or the silence when the day light shifts and you will understand how valuable this time is as it will nourish your Soul completely.

Though; you are an individual and you can experiment for yourself what serves your best.

It is well worth to give it a go and find the answer within for what the angels would like to see you do to change in this month and more to come.

For this month we love to push you forward to spread your wings! Now we whisper into your Soul” Do not hold back this month” Never has the time been more perfect than now.

This month will give you amazing insights; new doors of opportunities can open up, when you allow your Ego to be quieter than normal and when you tune in to the highest part of you.

You are ready to soar! You Wings will spread and your light will radiate out into the eternal field of divinity.

The divinity supports and backs you up. Allow it to give you the necessary steps and don´t hold back. Move forward.

Step by step you shall see what has been hidden and that is waiting to unfold in your true beingness that Shines far beyond you see right now.

Even you may feel intimidated by the approach of Change and to leave the comfort zone and space you are so familiar with. This only is of temporarily and you do not need to hold onto this as you are truly ready to move forward into new experiences.

When you keep your heart open and aligned to the highest part that consists of the light of love, Spirit and services you can trust that things will smooth out, beyond your expectations.

Avoid nay Sayers and skeptics of others and continue to follow the guidance you will receive in this month. And if you move forward with new won confidence you may inspire others who may feel afraid but feel empowered when they see the light of yours, becoming stronger and stronger.

And with this the affirmation and prayer you can use for this month is guided by Archangel Ariel who carries the energy of power like a Lion or named as Lion of God or “Heart of God” Prayer for the month of April 2016 “Beloved presence of God, you have sent me Archangel Ariel, the Essence of the Heart of God, filling me with the light of love, service and Spirit.

I am now ready to spread my wings and now that divine supports me on all levels of existence. I let go of that part of me that has hold me back. Now I believe I am an unlimited person, without fear and ready to release fully and completely that part of me that stopped me believing in myself. I hand it over to the realm of the Angels. I am free. I am free. I am free – Inhale and exhale – I am now able to see the guidance that my highest Self transmits to me. Forever grateful for every moment of my life I move forward with my Wings widely spread. I am supported by love, Spirit and service is my path.” Thank you. Amen!”

Affirmation for the month of April 2016 You may use as often as possible throughout the

Day when you feel fear pulls you down.

Inhale and exhale deep down to your gut area.

“Aligned with the highest part of me, Divine supports me on my entire next step forward. I am free. I am free. I am free. I am loved. I am loved. I am loved. I am one with my higher Self.”

This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become a radiant being of light that has unlimited potential of exploring the world to its greatest!

Heike Stenzel is an Angel intuitive Therapy Practitioner & Stress Management Coach who helps clients from around the world.

She has a warm, intuitive and creative personality where clients feel safe and relaxed by messages perceived from the Spiritual world and the angelic realm. Heike combines a mix of certified healing modalities that will leave you empowered, uplifted and encouraged. She is a host of Angel & Beyond and Yoga classes to direct students and clients to release stress, tension and anxiety through movements, healing guided meditations and affirmations techniques! Her articles about Angels, Ascended Masters and Intuitive messages are published monthly in the online Magazine “The Eden Magazine” whose publisher is based in L.A. and focuses to spread compassion to all sentient beings.

Heike´s inspirations are a way to give the reader the drive for personal self-development in an “easy-to-do” attitude to open the path for Joy and Peace in the Heart! She frequently facilitates workshops and will do of it more in the year 2016.

She does Angel Intuitive Healing Reading Session on Skype. Feel free to visit her website www.angelbeyond.com or Facebook Angel & Beyond and Twitter

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Interview with

RhysThomas

by Maryam Morrison

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Rhys Thomas is a visionary author, speaker, trainer, and coach in the personal growth and energy medicine field. He is the founder of the Rhys Thomas Institute of Energy Medicine and the creator of the Rhys Method®, a powerful system self discovery, transformation, and healing. The Rhys Method is taught exclusively at the Rhys Thomas Institute of Energy Medicine, through the Rhys Thomas Coaching Programs, and through his products and on-line programs.

Rhys’ greatest inner gift is the ability to awaken you to your deepest inner knowing of who you were born to be and what you are here to do to inspire others. He gives step by step guidance in how to let go of sabotage through confusion and playing small. The results of this work give a powerful ability to make choices in your business branding who you choose to be in relationship with, how to call to you that which you truly desire and not that which you don’t in the areas of person health well being physically and spiritually. He has impacted the lives of thousands of people through his videos, speaking events, and programs.

By mastering this art of energy medicine into a science of personal empowerment business and health for the last 40 years Rhys stands a model for what he teaches. Throughout his career as a tennis professional, coach, business owner, author, husband, father, public speaker, Martial Artist, healer and soul reader he discovered that people who change the world have in common. They are not planning and thinking about who they should be, they are living and being called to their highest mission from a fearlessness to grow and be more each day.

Through his work with thousands of people over the last 30 years, Rhys has discovered how to help people get the three things they want most; financial freedom in a career they are proud to be known for; better relationships, both personally and in business; and better health so they can have more fun in life!

Rhys shows you how to get what you really want through his 3 step process: 1. Clarify your purpose and direction in life 2. Increase your vital energy and passion 3. Develop the courage to live a life with no excuse or apology http://rhysmethod.com/

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Your book is about help readers identify their purpose and reconnect with their passions for finding true happiness and fulfillment. Why did you write this book?

I wrote the book for all the people who like me have spent more of their life being who they are supposed to be and not who they feel deep in their hearts they truly are. When I learned about energy medicine and realized that our purpose isn’t something we think up but something we are born to my life totally changed. I discovered that there are 3 primary kinds of people and when you don’t know which one give you your greatest gifts you will be a ship without a rudder and life become trial and error.

Share your story that reveals about who you are and who you are becoming. Why is it important to embrace one’s story and connect with others?

Not knowing who we are causes all kinds of confusion and anxiety in life. To make good decisions around the right career, healthy relationships and good personal health we need a clarity of purpose, energy and courage to stand fully in our truth and power.

The story of the book focus on Creative Idealists (Thinkers), Emotional Intelligence Specialists (Feelers), Team Players (Supporters), Charismatic Leader-Charmers (Leaders) and Knowledgeable Achievers (Doers). Please tell us more about your thoughts.

Those 5 are like 5 species of people, not just behaviors that people put on like clothing that the other profiling assessments (Myers Briggs, Disc, Enneagram) reveal. They are soul and energy field based. They have specific body types and purposes on the planet that go way beyond any behavioral look why we are here.

Have you always wanted to be a writer?

I think I always wanted to change the world, writing, speaking and teaching are just the vehicle that I have been using to get the message out there.

Was there a defining moment in your journey that called you into action?

When you knew you had to be involved something

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bigger than yourself? Many. But at some point my soul just cried uncle and I knew that there was something big missing in my life, me and a spiritual connection and mission in life, not just a job and keeping up with the Jones.

How can others identify and embrace those moments of action?

Each of the profiles come to their purpose in specific ways, knowing your profile gives you the foundation for knowing what that might look like and feel like.

Describe the route to your first novel being published.

10 years of working the concept and writing about it as it emerged in my school, 3 editors and 2000 pages on the floor.

Finally, if you could pass on a single piece of advice to authors out there reading this interview, what would it be?

Discover your big why and realize that that is all you will every write about that anyone really want to hear. It can take a myriad of forms, but the key is, what you write, say act out on has to be your deepest truth and inspiration if it is going to inspire others.

Where people can purchase your books or contact you?

Discoveryourpurposebook.com, RhysThomasInstitute.com Your book Discover Your Purpose also helps readers to better understand and relate to people in their life by identifying the profiles of friends, lovers, family members and co-workers. Please tell us more about it.

Once you understand the profiles you understand the underlying beauty and greatness of every person you know. When you know people in that way, choosing your mate, attracting your perfect customer and supporting them in getting what they really want not just what you sell is the pearl beyond price.

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City of Beverly Hills, Actors Honor Shakespeare 400 Anniversary All Photos by Tony Richards About BritWeek: BritWeek is a non–profit organization, started in Los Angeles in 2007 by Nigel Lythgoe and the then Consul General Bob Peirce, to highlight the creative relationship between the United Kingdom and California. BritWeek’s mission is to create greater awareness of the many ways in which Britain and the US work closely together, and further build this relationship to advance business, the arts, and philanthropy in both of these thriving regions of the world. Every Spring, BritWeek hosts a program of events in Greater Los Angeles that promotes British creativity, innovation and excellence across multiple categories including, film and television, music, art, fashion, design, retail, sport, philanthropy, business, and more.

Ioan Gruffudd, Randy Guiaya, Harry Hamlin, Lexie Helgerson, Isabella Hofmann, Stacy Keach, Jen Lee, Jack Lowe, Jim Nowakowski, Timothy Omundson, Victoria Platt, Joe Spano, Sir Patrick Stewart, Joan Van Ark, Sherry Williams, Robert Wisdom and Michael York. The cast will be joined by members of the LA Impro Theatre.

“The 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death will be marked with celebrations, performances, lectures and discussions all around the Globe!” says Fantasia. “Literally, all the world is still Shakespeare’s stage, and I am thrilled that we are kicking off this tenth anniversary year of Britweek, with an evening of some of Shakespeare’s most passionate plays — OTHELLO, MACBETH, ROMEO & JULIET, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM — in short, an evening of “Murder, Lust, & Madness“ in verse, prose, song and dance from William Shakespeare.“ Performance made possible in part by a generous gift from the David E.I. Pyott Foundation. Sponsors include King’s College London. Tickets will be available at: britweek.org.

In addition to the one night only performance of Murder, Lust & Madness, BritWeek will present around 40 events throughout Los Angeles during the two–week celebration. Over the past ten years, BritWeek, the largest and most visible celebration of the BritWeek has become a global forum that highlights creativity and innovation between the UK and the US, British excellence and influence in films television, is producing with Louis Fantasia an evening of Murder, Lust, & Madness, in honor of Shakespeare’s 400th and music, fine art, street art, fashion, cuisine, archiBritWeek’s 10th anniversary. “Shakespeare is every actor’s tecture, design, automotive, computer science and first love,“ says BritWeek chairman Bob Peirce, Founder sport. Key events include the BritWeek UKTI Busiand Chairman of BritWeek “And this wickedly ness Innovation Awards on April 27 and BritWeek’s delicious entertainment will show why as we honor the 10th Anniversary Red Carpet Celebration, a black Bard’s understanding of human nature.” tie gala at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica on May 1st.

28 acclaimed actors, musicians, and dancers take to the stage to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death in a star-studded one-night-only performance at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.

For sponsorship inquiries please contact: BritWeek Director, Lauren Stone For media inquiries please contact: Noted Shakespeare expert and Shakespeare schol- Caroline Graham, C4 Global Communications ar (Globe and Huntington productions) Louis Fan- caroline@c4global.com | 310.899.2727 tasia will return to write, direct and produce this performance, which will feature an all–star cast of Jimmy Akingbola, Ashley Bell, Eric Braeden, Adan Canto, Jane Carr, Suzan Crowley, Karen David, Neil Dickson, Joely Fisher, Judy Geeson, Michele Greene, 48 THEEDENMAGAZINE.COM e April 2016

Tickets are $75 each for the Shakespeare production on April 23rd. Link is: http://www.britweek.org/?event=evening-shakespeare

BRITWEEK’S OPENING NIGHT – AN EVENING OF SHAKESPEARE – APRIL 23RD! BEGINS AT 07:30 PM WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 9390 N SANTA MONICA BLVD, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210

EVENTS LOS ANGELES, MIAMI, ORANGE COUNTY, ORLANDO, SAN FRANCISCO Apr 19 LONDON TRANSPLANTS - Wallspace Art Exhibition Apr 23 BritWeek's Opening Night - An Evening of Shakespeare - April 23rd!

Apr 24 Hotel Shangrila presents: Anarchist’s Village Green Tea Party Apr 24 Shakespeare Youth Festival LA Apr 24 As You Like It: The National Theatre Live Screening Apr 25 The Getty & BritWeek: VIP Reception Apr 26 Mr MusicHead presents a special photo exhibition - British Invasion: 1962-1966 Apr 26 Hotel Shangrila presents: ANARCHY! McLaren Westwood Film Screening & LA Premiere Apr 26 Q&A: Visual Artist of the Year: Millie Brown featuring Summer Watson Apr 27 Business Innovation Awards, in association with BritWeek and GREAT Apr 28 BABC & BritWeek Breakfast on Cyber-Security Apr 28 Alexander Jean Concert Apr 29 Innovation in Academia Awards Apr 30 Marilyn & Sinatra - Play World Premiere Apr 30 Dance In A Panic: Rock n’ Roll Dance Party Apr 30 Shakespeare Youth Festival LA Apr 30 NFMLA BritWeek Film Festival May 01 British Invasion - BritWeek's 10th Anniversary Party May 03 LACMA Lecture by Giles Waterfield May 04 Ted Baker London In-Store Promotion May 05 BritWeek GENLUX Fashion Show featuring Julien Macdonald, and honoring Dame Zandra Rhodes May 06 Bruichladdich Scotch Tasting with Paired Canapès May 07 Steve Cooke's BritWeek Rock'n Roll May 07 Afternoon Cocktails with Julia Clancey and her Muses May 08 Special BritWeek 'LA Galaxy' soccer match with Steven Gerrard & Ashley Cole

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Sharon Harroun Peirce, Bob Peirce, Fiona Francois

Beverly Hills Mayor John A. Mirisch

Jack Lowe, Audrey Hamilton, Judy Geeson, Lexie Helgerson, Neil Dickson

UK Consulate General Chris O'Conner

Britweek team With Sharon Harroun Peirce

Jane Carr , Jimmy Akingbola

Jimmy Akingbola, Michael York

Media with Joan Van Ark

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Actors and Musicians of Murder, Lust & Madness

Jack Lowe, Joely Fisher, Louis Fantasia

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Message from the Goddess Mother

By Jan Diana

Greetings My Beloved Children of light, “In this moment in time, there arises an opportunity unprecedented. I bring to your conscious awareness something you will be able to experience. This great wonder is a new fresh way for you, a new beginning for humanity.

As we open the gateway during this time of equinox, there shall be a flow of such love released upon you and your world. Though you may read these words after this event, the message of this truth shall meet you at the perfect timing.

A beautiful river of golden rose light shall begin to flow upon you and your world. Showering sparkles of light crystals of such sweetness upon you, as if soft petals of a beautiful golden rose are falling upon you.

This blessing offered is a gift to each of your hearts. It signals a message which your hearts have longed to hear.

The softness of this sweet message shall wrap around your minds, your bodies and all particles of earth. It will be as if you are in the arms of the Mother, embraced in my Heart.

This is a time of great celebration. This is the moment of new beginnings foretold since the beginning of time.

You are here now, ready and preparing to receive this gift of great wonder. Prepare to receive the greater vision of yourself and your purpose. In the days to come, it shall unfold magnificently.

Allow your minds to relax and focus on your heart as we move into this new era. This is a new beginning where you shall be able to feel and know in greater ease the flowing messages from your heart. These sweet messages are guiding you into the greater vision you have been waiting to know.

Yes, you are living on a world of great change.

All is evolving and shifting, releasing in readiness from the old stories of lesser value. It is like old skin which has served its purpose and is no longer relevant.

Your hearts have been longing for this moment in destiny and now it is here. We celebrate this great wonder together for it is the choice you have made deep within your hearts.

As the days ahead unfold, you will feel a greater sense of connection to your heart, to your true self. It will be easier for you to understand your divine nature, the glory of yourself and of all that is.

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With greater understanding you will feel more connected to your truth. This will allow you to experience being in peace with a sense of surety, perhaps you haven’t felt before in your life.

You will find yourself having a greater awareness of the many paths of joy and wisdom which you have planned to experience in your life. It will be as if someone has turned on the lights, making it easier for you see and know what lies within reach before you.

Oh, the celebrations of joy that are about to ring in your hearts. Hear the many choirs of angels singing, as we near this great moment in time together.

Yes, My Beloveds, we all make this shift together and yet each in our own time of choosing.

Though your minds may not fully understand this message, know that your heart does. In truth, you understand these truths on many levels.

Begin to spend time in quiet reflection on the wonder of you. Focus on the joy in your life.

Recognizing all that brings you joy, allows you to move into gratitude. Gratitude opens the heart to receive more joy. Greater joy brings a sense of knowing and feeling a closer connection to the divine self.

its in divine love, for love is unconditional and ever expanding.

Take some time to ponder on this message today My Beloveds. The time you have prayed for is here. Celebrate the wonder of this.

Allow yourself to be nourished by the flowing energy of the beautiful golden rose. It will bless you in ways that will uplift your spirit and restore your countenance.

Oh, the beautiful golden rose, how magnificent!

Bask in the illuminating sweetness of it. Experience the gentle blossoming of your heart as you celebrate the wonder of you. Remember always you are loved.�

With great love, Your Beloved Mother

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Whenever you desire to feel that greater connection to your heart, just place your hand on your heart and breathe into your heart. Relax into the flow of the golden rose. Know the sweetness of it as it blossoms, filling your heart with such sweetness of unity and forever love.

Jan Diana is an intuitive healer, spiritual teacher, and master practitioner.

Her mission is to assist clients & students in creating harmony, balance, heightened levels of clarity, develop innate gifts & abilities, empowering them on their personal evolution to create the dreams of their heart. She utilizes several modalities including SVH L3M, Animal healing, GHM, Language of love, Reiki Master, and more.

Sessions and Classes by phone.

Remembering the sweetness of your truth is delicious, for you are love. Your essence is love.

Love is eternal, flowing sweetness. Love is filled with joyfulness. Love offers an abundance of infinite potential and possibilities for you to experience and evolve within. There are no lim-

You can reach her at website www.sunshineinyourheart.com or by email sunsinyourheart@aol.com .

Free meditation journeys, articles, & classes. http://www.sunshineinyourheart.com/free_telecasts.html

Imagine living every moment in joyful wonder, just as young children do! When you are being present, living in the moment, you will experience pleasure in the simplest of tasks.

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Maxwell Dickson

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With a great pleasure The Eden Magazine was part of the event that took a place on March 21 when Maxwell Dickson hosted an unveiling of his limited collection deep in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles to socialites, celebrities and high profile collectors alike.

Sponsored by fantastic brands like Peroni, Fliquor Bean, Hula Girl Cocktails, LytBrand, HeART of Cool, The World Network, Africa fifty6, ThreadHaus this event was a must for any true art lover.

In addition to featuring Maxwell's newest collection, designer ThreadHaus premiered his newest line in a stunning and unforgettable fashion show.

Celebrity attendees of the event included Anthony Konechny (X-Men: Apocalypse), ZZ Ward (Musician), Khleo Thomas (Holes), Rochelle Vincente Von K (Musician), Zach Peladeau (iZombie), Blake Cooper Griffin (Before You Say I Do), Dominic Leeder (Persona) and Spencer Grammer (Rick and Morty, Greek) Maxwell Dickson is a Los Angeles based multi-faceted artist who fuses east coast swag with California cool to innovate and create a variety of home decor products with great design that takes center stage in any room, commercial or residential.

With a studio in Downtown Los Angeles, Maxwell Dickson's entire process from design to manufacturing is done in-house. From large art canvases to colorful centerpieces that are bold and modern.

With a quickly growing fan base and an ever expanding empire, Maxwell Dickson art is popping up in boutique hotels, loft spaces, creative office spaces, and distinctive homes around the world.

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Legendary Rocker Dave Mason

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The Eden Magazine has had the great opportunity to interview Legendary Rocker Dave Mason. Dave has an illustrious career spanning nearly 50 years, encompassing producing, performing, and songwriting. Mr. Mason has been performing live since he was 16 years of age.

Dave Mason the Worcester England nativefounded the group Traffic with Steve Winwood in April of 1967 while both were still teenagers with Jim Capaldi and Chris Wood to form the legendary band Traffic, who had a profound effect on the genre of rock and roll, and created music that would find its’ way into the hearts of generations of music lovers. He would go on to establish himself as a successful songwriter, guitarist and solo artist.

While still a teen Mason penned the Traffic hit “Feelin’ Alright”. The song became a global rock anthem and has been recorded by dozens of artists (including Joe Cocker who had a huge international hit with the song), “Feeling Alright” remains a highlight of Mason’s live shows today.

After extensive touring with Traffic throughout the UK and Europe, Mason headed for the USA to pursue a solo career. He struck international gold with his debut album ‘Alone Together’, which is considered a seminal rock classic. The album was special in every manner; known for its’ psychedelic marbleized vinyl, the vertical gatefold packaging, and of course the hits ‘Only You Know And I Know’, ‘World In Changes’, ‘Shouldn’t Have Took More Than you Gave’ and more. The album has sold many millions of copies since its’ original release.

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Five highly successful albums for the CBS/ Sony label followed, four of which received gold album certification in the US. His next album "Let It Flow" sold millions of copies and contains another major Mason classic "We Just Disagree". In addition to performing to sold-out audiences and being a permanent staple in record collections and hearts of fans around the world, Mason’s unique guitar work can be heard on many landmark albums and songs such as the Rolling Stones "Beggar’s Banquet", George Harrison’s "All Things Must Pass", Paul McCartney’s "Listen To What The Man Said" and Jimi Hendrix’s "Electric Ladyland". Hendrix’s major rock standard "All Along The Watchtower" features Dave playing the acoustic guitars before Hendrix’s soaring entrance onto the track.

The song is a big favorite of Dave’s and he performs it in nearly every one of his live shows.

Dave Mason’s work and career remain linked with numerous other members of rock and roll elite, including Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Fleetwood Mac, Graham Nash, Stephen Stills, Rita Coolidge, Delaney & Bonnie, Leon Russell, Ron Wood, Jim Capaldi, Mama Cass Elliot, and The Spencer Davis Group.

Performing Delling Alright at Rock Hall 2004 Photo courtesy by Jackson Brown

Jade Hendrix Sings On New Dave Mason Album

Dave Mason’s career spans several important rock eras, and encompasses his work as a producer, performer, songwriter, and consummate guitarist. In 2004, Mason was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his work with the groundbreaking group Traffic.

For Tour information please visit; www.davemasonmusic.com/tour

Dave unplugged. Photo courtesy of Nunu Zomot

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Dave, circa 1978. Photo courtesy of Pat Ballero.

Dave, Rick Derringer and Mark Farner 2011

EM; I know through out your career you played with many pop and rock musician, who was the most that you had a memorable story to share with us.

Dave with Willie Nelson

DM; I have worked with are all memorable, the fact that Hendrix let me play the acoustic guitar on his version of All Along The Watchtower, Michael Jackson singing on a song called "Save Me". Whilst he was on a break recording in the other studio I was working in, I asked him if he would sing a part on the song, he looked at me for a minute and said “When I was 12 years of age I did a TV special with Diana Ross, at the end of the show we sang a song called Feeling Alright, so yes I’d be happy to sing on your song.”

EM; How would you describe your music?

DM; Timeless EM; How would you define the word “success”?

DM; Die in my sleep with no debt EM; Which famous musicians do you admire? Why? DM; There are too many to name EM; What are your fondest musical memories?

DM; There are too many to quote EM; How often and for how long do you practice?

DM; Never EM; What advice would you give to beginners who are nervous?

DM; Keep doing it ’till you’re not.

EM; Your best and worse memory that you had on the stage?

DM; I have been performing live since I was 16, I am 70 now, t that’s a lot of best and worst EM; Where you would like to perform?

DM; I have played to 300, and I’ve played to 300,000, I don’t think there are any venues left to choose from.

EM; Which city had the best crowd?

DM; Any city with an audience.

Dave in concert. Photo courtesy of Steve Gladstone.

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Raising Spiritual Children

by Richard Lassiter

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I have had the privilege being father to 3 sons and a daughter. I have worked with young people in various capacities since 1972 including teaching for 18 years. In 1993, I wrote the only leadership-training program especially for young people, 7 - 21 years of age, available in the US at the time. I am not an expert... I am experienced enough to know there are no "experts" when it comes to old souls with young bodies. Parents, teachers, scout troop leaders, doctors, etc., all do the best they know how based on their experiences.

My approach is a little different because I don't see young people as inexperienced beings. I see them as older, more evolved souls than I am looking for direction in this world so they can unfold to their full potential. They are souls with the experience of many, many lifetimes. They have their own life's mission, their Spiritual Gifts of Intuition, Vision, Prophecy and Feeling and a team of Master souls to help them complete that mission. The first thing I do when I meet anyone is ask my angels what gift they are working with so I can communicate with them and not to them.

ping-stones." They learn at a much slower rate when parents do for them what they are capable of doing for themselves. And you wont see how amazingly bright they are until you let them learn for themselves.

The first 21 years of life on earth make up 3 foundational seven-year spiritual cycles; 0-7, 7-14 and 14-21.

If they get a solid foundation and healthy sense of self during the first two cycles, they will have very fulfilling lives.

A soul comes into planet earth pure feelings.

Babies and very young children radiate the love they are to everyone. Their communication is crystal clear. If something in their environment feels uncomfortable they freely let the whole house know about it. They are communicating, "Something in my environment is encroaching on my free will to feel good all the time." When the want is fulfilled, they are back to being love in action again.

When I was teaching, I would take the roll of incoming classes and check with my Helpers what the First Gift of each student was. This enabled me to seat them with students who had complimentary gifts rather than competing gifts. This had an amazingly positive affect on the classroom.

I had my children spiritually profiled as soon as possible after birth so I could better work with their energy. My granddaughters have known their great grandparents, grandmother's, parent's, sibling's and aunt and uncle's gifts all their lives. It makes a real difference.

During Cycle One (0-7) the soul learns the likes and dislikes of those raising him. The child absorbs everything in the environment. During this cycle, what you think is at least as important was what you say. They are very psychic.

As experienced adults, you can learn many beautiful things from children as you patiently introduce them to the boundaries and guidelines of planet earth. A key is not to force their timing and to give them as much freedom during Cycle-One (0-7 years) as they can handle... then give them a little more. And they can handle much more freedom than most people realize. Hovering over them and advising their every move is quite harmful, in my opinion. If you want them to grow quickly, allow them to make mistakes. They are very smart and learn quickly from their "step-

There are two aspects that are predominant during this cycle: one is a desire to be a part of the family and to be cared for. There is also a budding desire to be individuals and make their own decisions. They want to learn to develop a sense of individuality - of finding their true self.

They learning to develop a sense of mutuality and to share with, and be considerate of others.

At home there is safety, harmony, comfort, warmth, and security. At the same time, they seek to explore their own capabilities - to become master of their destiny.

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During the cycle of 7 - 14, the perception of Intuition, Vision, Prophecy and Feeling begin to fully blossom. The intellect is developing rapidly and children are learning to think independently. They are sensing where they fit in relation to a bigger picture.

I think it essential that a young person know how to communicate with their spiritual helpers by this point in life (if not in Cycle One). They are seeking personal direction. How can I better be of service to my children than teaching them to go to their angels when in need of clarification or direction? This way they learn from experience that they have all the answers they need with them at all times. They learn to believe in themselves and their ideas.

The cycle of 14-21 is the time when young people are concerned with finding out who they are as individuals. They begin to realize that they are not just a part of the family they grew up with, but that they are their own persons with their own thoughts, feelings and life purpose.

Successful work experience is very important during this cycle as it gives them the opportunity to experience their competence.

This is the age of independence. Freedom of choice is very important during this time. Young people begin to reawaken to the same sense of freedom they had when they were born. The only difference is that they no longer need someone to tell them what to do. All they need is just a few guidelines to live by. If young people in this cycle doesn't feel they have the freedom they need, they will rebel.

I have learned a tremendous amount from the young people I have had the privilege of knowing.

My children have been and continue to inspire me to look deeper and see things with new eyes.

Knowing their spiritual gift order gives them self-confidence and acceptance of others who communicate differently. Knowing how to work with their team of angels enables them to go within where their real answers are. I love seeing the young people in my life following their own lead, feeling confident in doing so and sharing their enthusiasm for life. They show me how magical my life is everyday.

Richard Lassiter is a clairaudient spiritual scientist.

"If I can't show another person how to expereince their spiritual nature, I am all talk and no real help.

If it is real, it can be experienced by anyone."

He has a gift for channeling "divine downloads" directly from Spirit and sharing with audiences in inspiring ways that enable them to feel and think differently about themselves and their lives.

Richard first became involved in spiritual discovery in 1973 when he met Dr. Francisco Coll and became involved in Inner Peace Movement® group work in his Williamsburg, VA community. Soon after, he began lecturing and touring throughout the United States and Canada. He worked directly with Dr. Coll for many years and ran conference/retreat centers for the Americana Leadership College.

On Dr. Coll's passing in 1999, Richard became President of the Americana Leadership College, helping the spiritual techniques and programs thrive into the new millennium. He partnered with Melissa Kitto in 2003, and since that time has lectured and presented workshops throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland and New Zealand.

His upfront, bold and engaging style has translated well to teleseminars in the last few years, particularly in the Creating Your Heart's Desire audio program. Richard is an Ordained Minister with the Peace Community Church® International and Vice President of the Inner Peace Movement® International.

Visit http://www.CommunicateWithAngels.com to receive his FREE, inspiring audio "How Energy and Inner Guidance can Work in your Life."

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Seven Reasons Abstinence Is a Good Idea A Fasting Primer

By Kristen J Peters

Some do it for detoxification while others for spiritual enlightenment. Whatever your reason, it's a good one to fast for a small amount of time.

Jesus Christ fasted for 40 days and 40 nights.

That's a tad bit extreme but then again, he was the son of God. All religions do it at some point or another. The Native Americans would fast to help advert bad spirits. The philosophers and thinkers of old including the great Hippocrates, Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle all included fasting as part of their healing regime. Early religious or spiritual groups used fasting as part of ceremonies and rites usually around the change of the seasons. They believed it increased magical abilities. Christians may still use fasting as part of penance, purification, or mourning.

The practice of fasting, or abstain from solid food goes back thousands of years and has long been recognized as an integral part of the human body's healing process. When you fast, you give your body a much-needed rest from digestion.

The method of digestion requires a great deal of energy; hence, why most of us are tired after a big lunch. All of the body's systems, from the circulatory to the endocrine work very hard and play a major part in digestion. This holds especially true if what we just ate is not the healthiest.

Our liver, gallbladder, and pancreas work overtime processing toxic fats and chemicals. Eating in general really takes it out the body. It's hard to instill in our minds that once we swallow it's not over. The real work begins requiring some real energy. It is estimated that up to 65% of your body's energy is needed to digest after a large meal. It's no wonder that if we take this hard labor away it frees up the body to expend its energy on other important things, like clearing out the remaining leftovers. In case you don't know this, it can take days for your body to eliminate the steak and potato dinner you had the other night. And when it does eliminate, well let's just say not everything is so eager to leave. Imagine this theory, built up year after year for decades.

Your poor, dear colon!

The benefits of fasting are broad indeed. Here are my top seven reasons fasting is a good idea:

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1. Gives your poor digestive system a break that will allow it to eliminate old, built-up waste that has accumulated in your colon over the years.

2. Toxicity clean up. The energy saved can go to work at clearing out harmful toxins that are stored in your liver.

3. Mental clarity anyone? It has been shown that fasting for a period of three days can help to eliminate the mental fogginess and sluggish feeling that plagues most of us. Always remember that the same blood that travels through your colon is the same blood that travels to your brain. Enough said.

4. Increased energy level. Most everyone that has fasted has claimed to feel lighter with an increase in his or her energy level. I'll take that!

5. Allows for healing. The recorded physical and mental benefits of fasting are enormous. Clear skin, reduction of allergies, better sleep, better attitude, less anxiety, sinus drainage, may heal degenerative and autoimmune diseases, just to name a few.

6. Spiritual awakening. Fasting has been carried out my millions of millennia for good reasons. Most often, religious beings (no matter what their religion happened to be) have participated in regular fasting to connect easier with Spirit and their Higher Self.

Whether this was because they were hallucinating from hunger remains to be scientifically proven.

7. Weight loss. The MOST important one, right?

For most of us this may very well be. When a per son fasts a lot of weight will disappear from the scale initially, mostly water. Once you eat again you will gain some back. The benefit with fasting for weight loss lies herein. During a fast, you are essentially pressing the reset button. Your taste buds, being free from all the salt, fat, and chemicals we've conditioned them to love, will learn to be fond of foods in their natural state. We just might find a new repulsion for refined, processed, fast "foods". Our eating behavior will change. Fasting is a great way to begin a weight loss program for these reasons.

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el, the greater the side effects. They should subside after three days however, if they don't you should stop the fast.

There are all sorts of fasts and of course, you want to pick the one that suits you and your lifestyle well. We don't all live in a hippie commune in the mountains away from the hustle and bustle of real life. As I'm sure, most of us would love to?

If you've never fasted before I recommend only one day of liquids. Just no solid food. So juices, smoothies, broths, soups, herbal teas and lots of water. If you would rather eat some solid foods another type of fast is eliminating all processed foods and only eat raw, organic food in their natural state. There's also the water only fast. I'm not a fan of this one longer than one day. Really though, a liquid only fast is the way to go for longer periods with a light, raw and vegan dinner to help the bowels move further.

How often should one fast? I recommend a 3-5 day liquid only fast once per quarter. It is easiest to remember to fast with the change of the seasons. In addition to fasting and actually, during your fast I advise daily enemas or visiting a colon hydro therapist for a colonic. If you live in the Raleigh, NC area Darlene Holloway has an excellent colon-cleansing program that can be incorporated with your fast.

As always, please consult your doctor before conducting a fast if you are diabetic, have heart or liver conditions. Children and pregnant women should never fast for any reason. If this is your first fast, it is best that it be guided with a holistic practitioner, like me.

At the completion of fasting, it is very easy to want to eat everything and anything. You will be hungry and you should start to incorporate solid food back into your diet nice and slow. Start with soups, move into the raw vegan foods before getting into the heavy stuff like meat, gluten, and dairy. I hope that you would have developed an aversion to this nasty trio anyway.

Happy fasting and here's to your health!

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