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ovember is often called ‘Movember’ awareness month for men and the tradition is to wear or grow a mo in remembrance. We choose to focus on men’s wellbeing in a slightly different way and I am thrilled with the amazing men contributing to this edition. We are also welcoming more and more male readers each month to Holistic Bliss and as always many of these articles will be of interest to both men and women. This month we challenge the myths… yes real men can choose to eat quiche and quinoa… real men do cry, being vulnerable is not about being weak or fragile, it’s a way of living where you are being authentically you and a great gift to the planet. I’m sure you will find many other myths to challenge for yourself as you tune in and read this edition.

So many people read this magazine from cover to cover. You can also see which articles ‘call you’ and when you read an article if it feels light, or you get goose bumps, tingles, have a light bulb moment, tears of realisation and more, then the messages and information contained is probably true for you or there for you to investigate further. This information may be new, a reminder, or even an indication to make contact with the person who wrote the article and other people part of this edition. We are here for each other, we can work together and we can balance our male and female energies within ourselves. As we have said before, what works for one person, may not work for another. Sometimes what we find helpful at one point in time, won’t be required at a later point, so this magazine embraces people having choice and seeing what works in any given moment. Cover Story: Renowned healer Raelene Byrne talks with Meditation Change Agent, Tom Cronin this month and see page 12-13 for this special story.

‘What Sings To Your Being?’

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Contents

7 20 FOOD FOR THE SOUL 6 Three Cheese and Baby Spinach Tart by Luisa Toaldo 7 Fruity Spring Salad by Lucy Walter 8 Buckwheat Pancakes 10 Vegan Lasagna by David Rafter COVER STORY 12-13 Tom Cronin Man on a meditating mission MEN’S WELLBEING 14 But aren’t colonics just for girls? by Joel Grace 15 Is there a male menopause? by Suzi Le Fanue 16 From grumpy to great by Jean Sheehan 17 The song of a happy, healthy life by Brett Gadenne 18 What is life teaching me now? by Lee Finkelstein 19 Allowing men to be gentlemen 20 Man’s greatest health package by Cameron Stirling 21 The science of getting to know your body by Wayne Pina Roozemond 22 Selenite swords enhance healing and divine connection by Tom Ledder 24 More than macho

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you suffer with ‘Satellite Dish Do Syndrome’? by Shauna Teaken Part 4: Interview with Don Tolman – the planet by Andrew Dudek Uncover your best through Lifebook by Dr David Hendrey The scent of a man… Defrag your ‘inner hard drive’! by Cathy Rodwell What is hunter gatherer syndrome? by Wendy Mulder

Daily emotional awareness from the universe – on tap! by Jules O’Neill Galaxy Girl with Grace Hart 33 34 Q&A with Michelle Lightworker

35 Be-ing your own ‘guru’! by Lis Blake 36-37 Mayan Alchemy: Navigating with your heart by Elohisa K’Inan Diary of a Seeker 38 40 4 things you need to know about live blood analysis by Emily Banks Insights for November by Rosie Barker 41 RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING AND KIDS Real men don’t cry! by Jean Sheehan 42 Your words of wisdom 43 ECO, ORGANIC, BEAUTY AND STYLE Profile of an essential oil – Vetiver – 44 Vetiveria Zizanoides by Kim Morrison Holistic beauty reviews 45 with Sarah-rose Sellars 46

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FOOD FOR THE SOUL

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5 eggs Pinch nutmeg Pinch salt and pepper To make pastry: • In food processor place butter and flour and blend until resembles fine bread crumbs • Add egg yolk and water and mix until just combined • Roll into ball, do not over knead, cover with cling film and rest in fridge for 20 minutes • Lightly flour the bench and roll out to 3mm pastry to fit pie dish • Grease pie dish and place pastry over, cut to fit • Line with greaseproof paper and fill with either pie weights or raw rice and blind bake for 10 minutes • Remove paper and rice and shell is ready to fill • Store bought pastry is able to be used as well – for more tips and tricks on making pastry check out my blog on inmyownkitchen.com/ recipes

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FOOD FOR THE SOUL

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Ingredients: 2 mangoes 1 avocado 1 head broccoli 1 small Spanish onion 1 grated carrot Large handful of salad greens, (preferably straight from the garden)

¼ cup shredded coriander 1 tsp lime juice 2 pinches sea salt ¼ cup local olive oil 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp seeded mustard (this can be bought at farmers’ markets or made at home) Method: Chop mango and avocado into chunks. Grate carrot and finely dice onion and then place in a bowl and mix gently. Place olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sea salt, lime juice and seeded mustard in a jar and shake to blend. Chop broccoli into small florets and place in a bowl and coat with dressing, massage to marinate and soften for a few minutes. Add marinated broccoli to the other salad ingredients and drizzle dressing over and serve. You can add home “grown” sprouts to offer even more nutrition and flavour. therawfoodinstituteofaustralia.com

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or a moment, contemplate the impact of one billion people sitting in stillness across the planet. Do you believe this is possible? Let me assure you that this plan is in the amazing hands of a dedicated man who is walking his talk, and doing all he can to accelerate the potential of this idea into reality.

This vision sings to me, gives me incredible feelings of hope, faith and trust that humanity already has the answers for their own wellness, already have the ability for consciousness change that impacts the bigger picture for all of life and can now take the steps with guidance to take responsibility for LIFE. How can this become a reality? Well

it means that people have to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;show upâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for themselves which means they show up for the planet and the consciousness shift that is gaining momentum across the globe. How do we start this change within ourselves to amplify towards one billion people, knowing that once we reach the first billion, the rest of the world will follow?

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Enter Tom Cronin, meditation teacher, life mentor, speaker, writer and producer with this vast directive to return people to the core of who they truly are… stillness. Tom’s story is a wonderful phoenix rising from the ashes scenario. Spending many years in the finance world, moving through the ranks with efficiency, he is a fast learner with a drive to achieve, which was disguising and fuelling the sense of some ‘emptiness’ that he was still to recognise, still to connect to. Life distractions, addictions, as Tom stated, the ‘Wolf of Wall Street” lifestyle, led to the downward spiral towards incredible stress which resulted in a nervous breakdown. Like others, when plummeting towards a breakdown, wracked in chaos and confusion, we do ask ourselves, what is the point of life, what am I doing, and for some who do not reach for help, the end of the pain can sometimes be permanent as they check out of life. As with many people letting the busy-ness of life run them, Tom had to completely break down in order to break through. While he was investigating and researching drugs, alcohol, and other ways to fill the empty beast, he realised that his soul didn’t; feel quite right. Something was missing. We are all looking for a higher experience, whether we consciously understand that, or not. What we are seeking will either be unsustainable via the use of drugs, alcohol, addictions, or it can be sustainable, taking responsibility, having awareness, seeking truth, happiness, and love. Tom said when you hit a crisis point you either deteriorate or you evolve. His choice, to evolve led him to meditation which led to fulfilment, which calmed him, and which fed his soul and gave meaning to a life that was out of control, by reconnecting him to that place within where peace, silence and stillness are always calling us. Meditation, not only was the flotation device that saved his soul, mind and heart, it has driven Tom to show others the incredible benefits from practising the simplicity of application and the miracle of lives changing, just by reconnecting to the essence of who they truly are. After years of intense study overseas and applying his personal practise to

THE JOURNEY OF MEDITATION TAKES YOU FROM SEEKER TO FINDER, FROM OUT OF CONTROL TO PEACE, FROM STRESSED TO CALM, FROM EMPTY TO FULL. LEARNING HOW TO MEDITATE ALTERS LIVES AND WE SEE MORE AND MORE SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE SAYING THAT IT IS THE ONE THING THEY DO REGULARLY.

his daily life, Tom is now a sought-after meditation teacher who is embarking on GREAT vision that will encourage one billion people to sit in stillness. To prove his conviction and commitment to this, he has recently left a corporate career in order to bring his vision into reality. Stillness in Tom’s definition is the absence of mental and physical movement. The journey of meditation takes you from seeker to finder, from out of control to peace, from stressed to calm, from empty to full. Learning how to meditate alters lives and we see more and more successful people saying that it is the ONE thing they do regularly. Finding that space and time for self is paramount in life today. We MUST give back to our inner world. Stress is directing our lives, and we never really get in front of it due to the lifestyles we have created and the distractions we give importance to. Many of us wake up stressed and there is never enough rest to balance the stress levels. It is said that four hours of rest to the whole body can be delivered with a 20-minute meditative state. The biggest excuse, to not engage in meditation is the time factor. And many people say, “I just don’t have time”. Let’s just shift that awareness right now with this amazing reality check from Tom. Break your 24-hour day into 20-minute blocks, which means you have 72 blocks of time. Can you find two blocks of time out of that 72, where you can practise sitting in meditation? That leaves 70 more blocks of time in your day. So simple. The reasoning for 20-minute blocks of time is the research has proven that there are many

scientific benefits from chemical changes in the body. Stress is reduced, sleep is improved, state of health improves, feeling less pressure, calmer, clearer and more importantly you are giving time to yourself, finding fulfilment which impacts the bigger energy field we are connected to and through. There are three levels of meditators, those who practise daily and those who are sporadic and beginners. The only way to reap the many benefits for sitting in stillness is to practise, practise, practise. For those sporadic meditators, there is a three-step formula: 1. ACCESS STILLNESS. To achieve this you use a mantra, or stillness sound that is what Tom teaches. 2. REGULARITY OF PRACTISE. You don’t go to the gym to work on your biceps now and again and expect to have amazing results. 3. REWRITE YOUR BLUEPRINT, UPGRADE. Tom travels to many places and offers inspiring talks, videos and online courses to help people make meditation a part of daily life and a habit like brushing your teeth. The Stillness Project is to unite people across the globe with powerful intentions of peace, harmony and fulfilment. Staying confused, disconnected, unhappy and stressed is a soul’s scream to go within and to find that part of you that is steady, calm, still and knowing. “Be dynamic in the world and maximise life to the fullest.” – Tom Cronin stillnessproject.com To contact the writer RAELENE BYRNE go to: raelenebyrne.com Holistic Bliss | NOVEMBER 2015 |

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MEN’S WELL-BEING

But aren’t WORDS JOEL GRACE

et’s break down the mystery surrounding colonics for men. How big is the tube? Let’s face it, unfortunately there’s a taboo with a lot of men about putting things in their backside, even when it comes to their health. This silly taboo stops a lot of guys from getting a prostate exam, and similarly stops many guys from having colonics. So fellas, you’ll be glad to hear the tubes we use are only pencil-thin. Look down at your hand. Our tubes are thinner than your little finger. You’ll barely feel it at all, there’s nothing to fear! You don’t insert the tube, do you? Haha relax guys, this one is a relic from old types of ‘closed’ colon hydrotherapy, where the therapist would put you on your side and insert a rather large tube into your bottom. In my clinic, we use the latest ‘opensystem’ colonic technology which allows you to very comfortably self-insert your tube. When looking for a colonic clinic, be sure to ask if the tubes are

Colonics just for Girls? pencil-thin or not if this is important to you, because many places around the country still use closed-system colonics. How far do you have to insert it? Trust me, no-one ever says it’s inserted too far. Nearly everybody worries that the tube isn’t in far enough! You only insert the pencil-thin tube about 1-1.5 inches, so the tube sits just inside your bottom. And all the tube does is deliver warm filtered water into your colon so that you can release all the accumulated waste sitting inside you. That’s worth it, don’t you think? But aren’t colonics just for girls? This one always makes me laugh. Of course colonics aren’t just for girls! We’ve all got a colon, don’t we? You might be surprised to learn that approximately 40% of my clients are men. If anything, colonics are even more important for men. Most guys tend to eat more meat than women, and meat is notorious for taking much longer to work its way through our digestive system.

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n The Western Journal of Medicine, an article was centred around the debate on whether or not ‘manopause’ really exists. If the term ‘manopause’ is real, the symptoms could be crankiness, irritability, poor libido, lowered fertility, fatigue, unexplained weight gain, depression and low motivation. Does any of this sound familiar? Perhaps it is not widely recognised because men do not suffer with the evident hot flushes like women? The sad truth with manopause is that society expects men to ‘harden up’ and hide their emotions, which only makes the problem worse. At the age of about 40 the levels of testosterone and DHEA in men usually start to decline, and this continues for decades. The decrease of testosterone, classically considered the ‘man hormone’, is associated with a reduction of leydig cells in the testes. The rate of decrease is different for each person. For any person of this age experiencing any of the mentioned symptoms I would highly encourage hormone testing. DHEA has been dubbed the ‘youth hormone’. A precursor of hormones it too, like testosterone, naturally decreases with age. A paper published in the Biological Psychiatry Journal reported that DHEA may have an antidepressant effect. This suggests that a decline in DHEA may

increase feelings of depression, anxiety and poor motivation; symptoms that you will clinically see in those with low DHEA. This area of hormone imbalance and depression is an interesting field of research that is still emerging. What about stress and anxiety? Stress causes your body to release a hormone called cortisol as part of the fight or flight response. When this happens it can cause your hormones to go out of balance, including testosterone and DHEA. If there are any secondary inflammatory conditions, such as allergies, arthritis, asthma or digestive issues, then they also need to be addressed as they can influence cortisol levels. So what should you do? Firstly, I would encourage having hormone testing to actually establish if these are out of balance and other pathology testing that may give clues as to why you feel the way you do. Secondly, I would be addressing any other inflammatory conditions and thirdly I would be seeking advice on ways to assist stress reduction, such as nutritional medicine. Men do not need to just toughen up, as there may be therapies that can assist you in living a happy life! integratedwellnessclinic.com.au

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rom my 20 years of Medical Intuition and 15 years of Nursing, I have found generally speaking men are more concerned with the basics such as: paying the bills, looking after their family and trying to get finances in order. The concept of ‘Men’s Wellness’ will be looked at when they retire. That is when the body and mind step in and say, “WAKE UP – we are not aligned to a healthy way and need you to look at your life”. Collin had come for a Medical Intuitive session as he was not feeling ‘right’ and had been referred by his wife. He had put on 25kg in 12 months, smoked, only drank Coke and lived life in survival mode. His wife said he was continually ‘grumpy’ and unhappy and when she asked what was wrong he would snap at her and say ‘nothing’. Collin’s eating pattern was irregular as he travelled for work and the food was unhealthy take-away. He never had time for himself and every morning he dreaded waking up as the day was filled

with activities he did not want to do. He had not been to the doctor for five years. I requested a specific urine and blood test as I had a feeling he had Pyroluria – a biochemical imbalance involving an abnormality in hemoglobin synthesis caused by emotional stress and ‘leaky gut syndrome’. As he was under stress, I wanted to check his zinc, magnesium and B6. Sure enough he was diagnosed with this. His lifestyle was ‘leaking’ and he was not synthesizing due to stress. These emotional aspects led me to look in to his liver which metaphysically is about planning, processing, anger and empowerment. He was angry that life was not the way he planned and the foods he ate were to comfort his mind. His body was screaming at him saying ‘you are not caring for yourself’. His body desperately needed attention before chronic disease was diagnosed. He was miserable at work, home and within himself, as he just wanted time to potter in the garden, watch TV in the evenings and go for family picnics. It

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The song of a WORDS BRETT GADENNE

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am a professional musician for the act Dubarray. When I was asked to write this article by Vanessa it was a great way to examine why I have made the decisions in my life for better wellbeing. It’s a great way to share some experiences for other people to hopefully gain some knowledge about what I have learnt. Some of the most important changes and paths that I have chosen have come down to three very important factors: passion, food and exercise. Get on top of these three things and you will fuel the mind, body and spirit. I live a very busy and ever changing lifestyle being a touring musician, which is sometimes hard to adapt routine. I am very fortunate to have such a health savvy wife who is always on top of what we both eat. Travelling has also expanded my consciousness about what’s really going on in the food

industry so about four years ago I made the decision to adapt a more vegan/ vegetarian lifestyle for both ethical and health reasons. Given the society we live in on the Sunshine Coast, we are blessed to have the choice to eat organic and drink clean fresh water (and I’m not talking about the fluoridated, chlorinated tap water!). Research and awareness is the key to what makes your body thrive at its highest potential. Clean food is clean fuel and essentially results in a clean mind, body and inevitably a balanced spirit. One thing I am very grateful for is being able to live my passion as a career. This has not come without other sacrifices, but being grateful for what you have and living for your passion is definitely a key element in true happiness. Without question, both Kate and I feel we have been healthier and happier (individually and in our

relationship) since pursuing our passion and being more in alignment with our deeper purpose. Music isn’t my only passion either; I feed the appetite of my soul with yoga, basketball, surfing and anything that connects me with nature. I find getting back into the body helps relieve stress, gets me “out of my head” and creates endorphins to stimulate the mind and get the creative juices flowing. It’s easy to get caught in a rut of depressive thoughts and feel overwhelmed with life’s challenges which can spiral into something much more damaging to the spirit, so I believe the key to keeping on top of it is by ensuring you don’t neglect the importance of healthy lifestyle choices and just as importantly – find what YOU feel ignites your spirit as a unique individual to thrive. dubarray.com

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What is

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ife is a very special gift. Maybe my attitude seems a little naïve, but just like all of us, I need to find the best way for me to secure personal happiness and love. Whilst there are many and varied ‘struggles’ that both men and women face today, there is always a silver lining, a chance to find greater love and understanding. I find that life is a mirror, showing me so many spiritual lessons. Others in my life present me with views with which I do not agree. Inevitably though, if I allow them to have these views, I can distil some golden truths and wisdom from them. For many men, families provide fertile ground for this spiritual growth. Today men are faced with greater and more varied challenges. Unlike the rigid and confined roles of the past, men are now expected to be all things, strong but compassionate, insightful but shrewd, truthful, but clever and empathetic but worldly. Not an easy ask. In today’s complex society, relationships within and outside families

provide many opportunities to explore our inner and outer selves, our inner guidance and our understanding of our true nature. Now, without any doubt, I recognise that I am Soul, not simply a body with a soul, but fundamentally Soul having an experience in the physical realm. But why here? Ever wondered why you have chosen your current family? For many years I wondered, “What do I have to learn from my family?” The answers finally came after I tried the spiritual techniques taught by Eckankar. The answers brought greater love and understanding into my life. I watch my adult children grow as they face life’s challenges. They sometimes ask for assistance. Like any parent all I really want for them is love and happiness. I feel that I can share with them the spiritual techniques I have learned. I don’t give specific advice, I am confident in the knowledge that these techniques will help them gain the spiritual wisdom they need.

These ancient spiritual techniques offered by Eckankar have stood the test of time and are now available here in South East Queensland. You are warmly invited to attend any of the events held in your area. It could help you awaken the love and wisdom that is already in your heart. As Harold Klemp, the Spiritual Leader of Eckankar said in The Spiritual Life (p58): The greatest thing we can possibly gain from this life is the ability to love, and to love greatly. For more information on Eckankar visit: eckankar.org

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K Barry, it’s time to get to know who your prostate’s real friends and enemies are. As we get older our prostates tend to enlarge and this makes us need to pee more but less effectively. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men and you’ll see that a lot of stuff we eat, do, absorb and don’t do, contributes to that. That means there’s a lot we can do to prevent it. The ENEMIES Oestrogen is one of the main ones. Oestrogen? Yes it’s normal for us to have some. There’s a chain reaction here. Modern wheat stimulates insulin which causes tummy fat which generates excess oestrogen which causes prostate growth. Other things like inactivity and high GI carbs also contribute to tummy fat. Good news about pasta later! Xeno-oestrogens mimic oestrogen’s effects and contribute to breast and prostate cancer. They include insecticides (residues in food), BPA (plastics), parabens and phthalates

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Zinc, found in red meats, dark poultry meat, seeds and nuts, is the number one prostate mineral. White spots on nails, stretch marks and poor sense of taste can indicate a deficiency. Three Brazil nuts a day will give you a cancer-protective dose of selenium. You can also get it from other nuts, sunflower seeds and mushrooms. Eat lots of vegetables cooked with olive oil, garlic and tomato paste. Pasta is made from a type of wheat that doesn’t stimulate insulin and weight gain. Fettuccini has the lowest GI. Sulforaphane, in broccoli, its sprouts, and cauliflower, switches on genes that protect cells from cancerous changes and which up-regulate detoxification mechanisms. So overall, lose the bread and therefore the oestrogen factory around the middle and the man-boobs, get moving, go sunny Mediterranean and organic, think zinc, eat your ‘trees’, tap into EFT and go nuts in Brazil! sunshinehealth.net.au

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The science of getting to WORDS WAYNE PINA ROOZEMOND

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very body tells a story, what’s yours? Mainstream medicine works on treating the system to make you feel better but doesn’t work on the cause of the problem. For example, if you have a headache you reach for a headache tablet to get rid of your headache, but if you could get rid of the reason for the headache then you would never need that tablet again. Our bodies are an electrical subsystem and like all good electrical systems if they are not earthed properly they won’t work well, as you will get a build-up of static electricity. Within energy there are positive and negative ions, so if you think of the positive ions as acid and the negative ions as alkaline, then we live in a society that is very acidic, so we need a find and get a balance (or to be earthed in the electrical way) to work properly. The way we live our life is very full of positive ions, from the electricity all around us, our mobile phones,

computers, cars, all of these are energy transmitters. So to balance out our electrical subsystem we need to earth it, so as to create a balance we must connect with the earth so as to get rid of our excessive positive ions and balance out our electrical subsystem. Too many positive ions can cause the brain to go erratic and cause static leading to unruly behaviour. For those who have watched “World’s Strictest Parents” you will notice they send the kids out into the country, where they can ground themselves. The same occurred after the Cronulla Riots when Father Ted took the ring leaders out into the bush for a week and there they were changed. Negative ions include: Thunderstorms, waves crashing, etc. Plants grow better and stronger with negative ions and you can help your garden grow by placing a copper wire around the garden on star spikes and have it terminate at each star picket in

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ne of the most powerful stones available to alternative health practitioners today is selenite. Working with selenite is especially powerful with opening up the higher level chakras, including the 6th chakra (third eye) and crown. It enhances connection to the soul star chakra or the 8th chakra. This is where spiritual energy and divine love actually enter the physical plane, and filter down into the crown chakra for distribution throughout the body. This is why selenite is so powerful in helping users access the Divine mind and angelic realm. Selenite is also a powerful energy transformer. Due to its very high vibration, selenite can be used to cleanse negative energy from other crystals. It’s also able to “hold” information – meaning, it can be programmed to hold mantras and take on the power of other stones. It isn’t even necessary to cleanse the stones after use, as the stone does all the work. It’s the ideal stone for healers of all modalities, as it helps clear them – and magnifies the direction and intent of healing. Tom Ledder says, “My mission is

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hen discussing well-being, people usually refer to two components: lack of negative emotions and presence of positive emotions. It means being healthy, safe and happy. It means having one’s values, thoughts, emotions and behaviours aligned. What are the challenges that impact a man’s well-being? There are some gender differences that may impact well-being, especially in areas such as health. Young men are three times more likely to commit suicide than young women, even though mental illness is more prevalent for the female population. Furthermore, men live, on average, seven years less than women and are more prone to the most fatal conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes and are more likely to cause accidents. What does it mean to be a man? It is challenging to find your own identity as a man, given the fact that gender roles have changed dramatically. Most likely, our father’s roles were not the same as ours. What does it mean to

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Part 4: The Planet INTERVIEW WITH DON TOLMAN | WORDS ANDREW DUDEK

ere is Don’s pronounced prophecy for Planetary Peace – our very own Great Southern Land will formally usher, and host, the People’s Peaceful Planetary Revolution! It’s official! And here’s why… “Australia has such wonderful actors, artists, musicians, and you have so many more of the people who really embrace nature.” “Australia is so precious,” gushes Don. “And when you abbreviate Australia, it’s no accident that ‘Au’, is the chemical symbol for something else precious: gold!” “Ancient and modern scholars,” Don carefully explains, “all teach that we are moving into a new experience. From a planetary viewpoint, this thing happens only once every 26 thousand years...” The conversation heats up; Don’s eyes are lighting up like brilliant beacons of compassion and joy. “I was lecturing in France last year about all this (the Aquarian age) and the very next day, in the papers, they reported that a hot air balloon had collected seeds and microorganisms never before seen! “These ‘wandering seeds’ (plants) are coming to Mother Earth (Gaia) from our solar winds, and they’re right on time! Today we are moving into the Age of Aquarius, which, as a planet, we know, through ancient teachings, and sun dials, we

officially enter on the 26th of January, 2020. “Now, it’s no accident that date, just happens to be… Australia Day! When I had people here telling me that, it just blew me away!” Don has been in awe ruminating on the spiritual analogies, and their synchronisation with Australia for quite some time now. “In Australia, there is a gigantic movement of embracing the principles of health, of standing in nature, and not being bullied by government policies… I am absolutely convinced that Australia will be the 100th Monkey Effect. “Each continent has a specific power and purpose. But just like the seven wonders, the seven seas, the seven days, the seven colours of the rainbow, the seven octave notes, the ancients knew… that when PanGaia broke up into seven continents, there was a very specific purpose for the humans living on each continent. “‘Aquarius’ means ‘more fluid’ and that which represents greater understanding, commonality, peace and harmony. And so with Australia, when you go ‘down under’, and look back up at it, it looks just like a human heart! “And ‘2020’… means perfect vision! And so it is with your country. It was in Australia, the ancients taught, where the hearts and minds of the people would lift, and people would embrace being holistic, pure, and getting rid of wars… “Boy”, sighs Don, with vintage grin and glistening eyes, “I so love your country…”

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MEN’S WELL-BEING

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he pleasing aroma of essential oils are not just the domain of women and children, but can be enjoyed just as much by the manliest of men, both for their fragrance, and their powerful healing properties. At Aminya Natural Therapies Academy, Marcoola, our students explore a wide variety of traditional aromatic applications, learning to choose, formulate and blend oils that will benefit the client, based on their individual needs. For a more masculine blend, your Aromatherapist will carefully select essential oils that will benefit your condition, always taking into consideration your personal preferences, likes and dislikes. Here are 10 of our favourite essential oils for men. We’ve made a woody, spicy, leafy and citrus selection! • Sandalwood – deep and woody, antifungal, antidepressant and calming. • Frankincense – a powerful antiseptic, beneficial for the respiratory, digestion and nervous systems.

• Cedarwood – a softer woody fragrance than Sandalwood, wonderfully sedating and excellent for acne and oily skin conditions. • Ginger – spicy and warming, with a definite zing! It’s energising, great for aches and pains, and can even aid libido! • Tea Tree – first aid in a bottle. Great for insect bites and stings, cuts and abrasions, widely used for bacterial, viral and fungal infections. • Lime – a fresh and zesty antioxidant and antibacterial, and can even stop bleeding! • Black Pepper – wonderfully relaxing for sore and tight muscles. • Lavender – although a floral, it can be blended with other oils to enhance its relaxing effects. Use for headaches, insomnia, depression and anxiety. • Rosemary – known for its brain boosting power (rosemary for remembrance), it is also reputed as beneficial for hair loss, pain relief and respiratory conditions.

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re men more stressed than women? Good question… men certainly deal differently with stress and anxiety than women and it’s harder for them to recognise they’re in trouble – it’s something that doesn’t come up in small talk like it does in women’s circles. The other thing is they’ve often been taught it’s not cool to show emotions, it’s like admitting weakness. We can only hope for attitudinal change as mental health issues become more accepted and talked about. Many men I’ve helped say things like “I used to think people going on stress leave were making excuses until it got to me too!” The reality is that both men and women have similar struggles. What is really going on in our culture today? • We are being disconnected energetically from our body; the very part of us that allows emotions to be processed. Our main energy centres, or chakras have an important job where that’s concerned. With all the electronic devices in our environment, our energy

along with constant brain chatter is locked in a big bubble around our head. • There’s no time to think of being centred, calm or grounded. Rushing from place to place multi-tasking, we become absorbed in the past with should haves and would haves, or in the future where we fear the worst. • Multi-tasking is considered evidence of job competence. When we can’t switch it off, we become open to the effect of hyper vigilance. The fight, flight or freeze reaction from our primitive brain overtakes our lives and all of a sudden the red traffic light turns into a fierce animal! Our primitive genes respond with protection and PANIC! People who have experienced a panic episode know how life-threatening this subconscious trigger can feel. • We are treated like consumers. It doesn’t matter who we are or what we care about – now it’s more about how much money we make for somebody else or what we buy, and we are easily replaced. • We can work as hard as we like

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MEN’S WELL-BEING

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Wendy: What is Hunter Gatherer Syndrome in your view and how much is that way of operating still current for men in our society? Barry: The Stone Age people went out and got the food and if they didn’t get the food they died. In our male society if you get sick then you are weak. If you are on the dole you feel like you are useless. If you don’t have enough money then you are a loser. Trees are strong and upright and when the wind blows they bend, otherwise they will snap or get snapped. Wendy: So you’ve got to be upright and hold it all in and how much does that lock you up? Barry: Our society is quite vicious from the point of view that a man has to be head of the house and head of the family and everything is put on you

as a man. That is handed down from generation to generation. The jobs that I have been trained in had the philosophy that you work to make a living and survive, you are the head of the family and you have to work hard. It was instilled. This is the way it is and this is the way it’s done. So for a long time I never really questioned this at all. Wendy: What has assisted you to experience something different? Barry: I realise now by asking questions, I am able to be different and I can adapt and I have choice. When I start to feel ‘not good enough’, I realise that’s just a lie and I don’t make it real. For a long time I didn’t feel I could choose anything else because I bought the lie that I wasn’t good enough. It’s only now at 62, I see the value of being kind to myself and I allow

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Daily Emotional Awareness from the universe – on tap!

WORDS JULES O’NEILL

o you believe in universal synchronicity? Like put it out there and get something back? Ask a question and receive some guidance – a sign? I do! And chances are if you are reading this you do as well. There are so many ways to get divine guidance from the universe. Different card sets, great books with tips, meditating, dreams, intuitive messages, email newsletters and other amazing souls. One of the things I love doing best is co-creating awareness with others. When something is on my mind, wobbling me, or I have a question – having an emotion and action to focus on, is very helpful. I have done this for my children, friends and clients regularly for some time now and have loved giving in this way – they too have loved receiving in this way. When I give talks or present in workshops – collectively gathering the energy and muscle testing an emotion

and action to focus on, as well as an emotion to avoid falling into and a reactive behaviour to be aware of – for the entire group – is profound and has amazing results. Even though it’s the one emotion, it has a different meaning for everyone and their individual situation. So where is this leading? Now every day on the Body Consciousness Facebook page, there will be a collective emotion to focus on, an action to take, an emotion to avoid feeling and a reactive behaviour to be aware of. The idea is if you have a personal issue: such as your relationship, parenting, home, work, health, family, money, opening up, communicating something etc, or you have a question you are pondering, a meeting to go to, a family gathering coming up, a project to finish, a function or activity of any sort – you can tune into the page for emotional awareness and an action to take.

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Galaxy Girl WORDS GRACE HART

re you buying the lie that there is something wrong? Have you forgotten your greatness? You are a gift, a miracle, magic in motion and you were born to change the world! Wake up my friends from the slumber and seduction of planet problems for there is a planet of possibilities waiting to play! I’m here to awaken you to the magic and alchemy you are… when you start to live, function and create from that space, you can change… anything… and the life you desire will show up… like magic. Are you willing to wake up… to know something greater is now possible, are you willing to be that greatness… no matter who around you sleeps? Dear Galaxy Girl, I’m tired all the time, the doctors cannot find anything wrong with me. I procrastinate and nothing is changing. Can you point me in the right direction? Hi M of Brisbane, Right now, get the energy of the life you are desiring, if you were choosing

for you… feel it… perceive it, awesome! Now follow that energy. Ask… if I choose this does it match the energy of the life I am choosing… if I say or do this, does it match the energy of the life I am choosing. If it does, awesome go ahead and do or create that. If it doesn’t, don’t do or create that. Work this muscle, start to have your own back and only follow the energy of the life you are choosing. If you follow the energy of the life you are choosing, then that is what’s going to start to show up. If you only focus on your “problems” rather than possibilities, then that’s what will actualise. Have you bought the lie you procrastinate and are tired all the time? That’s an interesting choice… what else could you choose…? What if every thought was a choice… right now you are using your magic to create “procrastination and tiredness” awesome… what else is possible? What is greater than that that you

could choose? If you were creating your life, if you were choosing the things that brought you fun or joy and matched the energy of the life you are choosing, would you procrastinate, would you feel tired…? What is the value of choosing to define you as tired and a procrastinator? Does having that thought match the energy of the life you are choosing? What if everything was changeable… even your tiredness…? Science has proven that 99.9999% of everything is just space appearing solid… what if your problems were the same? Just space appearing real, unchangeable and solid… until now… Watch the tiredness and procrastination disappear, BAM! Just like magic… and BAM… the life you are choosing will show up by magic… If you lived on planet possibilities what could you choose? – Galaxy Girl. Email your questions to: askgalaxygirl@gmail.com

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A WITH MICHELLE LIGHTWORKER

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Q: When I am enmeshed in a situation and feeling anxious and unable to think straight, what would you recommend as a way to quickly draw on a resource/s that would bring clarity so that I can then see the bigger picture and action accordingly? I ask this particular question because I am often so caught up in my feelings and emotions during a disagreement or even listening to others in a disagreement that I find it very difficult to remember how to be a Lightworker. – Sue Pluck A: Thanks for asking Sue! This one is such a common one and we can call on the principle of Responsibility to help us gain clarity. This principle assists us to hold only that which Spirit is guiding us to hold for ourselves. When we commence feeling contaminated, it is usually because we have lost sight of what that is. Do this exercise next time you feel bombarded by the energetics of others: 1. First take a step back and breathe. Let the person know you need a time-out to get clear so that you are non-reactive. (In this way you are taking responsibility for yourself and keeping it real that you are indeed human.) 2. Next scan your body whilst asking Spirit, what is mine? What is not mine? (This ensures that you are inviting higher insight and awareness into your body.) 3. Ask Spirit to remove any energetic invasion that you have taken on. (You are

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Be-ing your own ‘Guru’! WORDS LIS BLAKE

o you believe you can be ‘your own guru’? Unsure of what ‘guru’ means? The Merriam/ Webster dictionary defines the word as meaning ‘a person who has a lot of experience in/or knowledge about a particular subject’. There’s an old saying – ‘when the student is ready, the teacher will appear’ and for over 35 years I’ve met extraordinary ones, too many to mention here. I am so appreciative of having all of them in my life because I am very aware that each person has played a huge part in bringing me to where I am in my spiritual awareness ‘now’. So what does ‘guru’ mean to you? Might it mean depending on someone other than yourself to find out ‘what works for you’? How are you suddenly able to focus on yourself and become the one with the information? I do feel in the beginning of ‘our

search’ that it’s natural to ‘look outside’ to gain all the knowledge we can regarding a given subject. There comes a ‘time’ when we realise that maybe – just maybe – we can focus inside of ourselves and realise that all the answers we’ve been chasing out there – we have within. We hear this so often to ‘look within’ but how many really do? What stops us? How do we do it? My aim with this article (and during the November workshop) is to explain and show you that it is possible – in fact easy to get in touch with your own ‘guru’ – your own intuitive self. By utilising the new energy Earth is experiencing, we can ‘be’ in constant contact with guidance. Some of us may feel this as ‘intuition’ or as a connection with our higher self and even – through the latter – bring in knowledge and wisdom from higher energies. What would you like to experience? The next ‘Walking in Two Worlds! Easily?’ Workshop on 28th November

will be exploring some of the reasons why we might find it difficult to access our own answers. And most importantly we will learn practical ways to empower ourselves so we can become our own source of information – ‘be’ our own guru! This workshop is also an early ‘Conscious Christmas Celebration’ and it would be great to see the past workshop participants join us on this festive occasion. It’s wonderfully exciting and up-lifting being surrounded by people who think similarly and who understand each other! LIS BLAKE is the owner of ‘Skills For Living For Life’ and ‘Keys to Self Mastery’ and has worked for over 30 years as a Counsellor on the Sunshine Coast. She is holding workshops helping people through earth’s energy shift. News of her latest workshop is at: keystoselfmastery.com/self-masteryworkshops/

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MAYAN ALCHEMY: NAVIGATING WITH YOUR HEART WORDS ELOHISA K’INAN

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ive Blood Analysis has been around for quite a few years now, and after becoming an accredited practitioner, I realised why so many people have misconceptions about exactly what this service can offer. In live blood analysis, a trained practitioner will take a tiny drop of blood and put it on a glass slide to view under a microscope. They are able to identify different signs in the blood that may reveal underlying causes of ill health. There are two different teachings of live blood analysis. The Hemaview teaching trumps the old teaching, as it follows the principles of haematology (study of the blood) used in modern medicine. I know live blood analysis is on the Quack-watch, but after doing intensive training in the subject and spending thousands upon thousands of dollars to implement it into my clinic, I wanted to set the record straight.

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Insights for November WORDS ROSIE BARKER

he current energy pushes an initiation towards you. What does that mean? This is a time of facing a significant challenge, growing through the experience, and coming out the other side permanently wiser than ever before. What is this significant challenge? Usually this is an issue that has been hanging around the edges of our lives. We have been trying to ignore it or push it back over a period of time, knowing that some day we may actually have to do something about it. During this time, we can no longer ignore it and the issue comes to a head. We MUST look at it. It requires our attention NOW. The question then is: • Can we fix it by taking control? OR • Can we fix it by relinquishing control?

To find the answer to this sit quietly and contemplate the issue. Consider all the aspects of the issue – positive and negative – leave no stone unturned. Ponder your actions or lack of actions that may have affected the issue. Here is the answer! Did you miss it? Ponder! Give yourself some serious thinking time. Meditate on the issue. Ask for guidance. See the issue from all sides. Did I make a mistake? Why has this failed? Is there something about me that caused this to fail? To be humble enough to see that we may well have contributed to the situation or issue that is giving such a negative feeling or outcome at the moment. Why do I feel this way? What could I be doing differently? Recognise we have a different “shopping list” as to what would make us happy. Sometimes the answer does not seem obvious because we are so caught

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Turn around… breathe… count to 10 (hehe). Or in the words of Steven Covey: Try not to be reactive, however more proactive… I say this to myself when my 5-year-old is being challenging. I try to be mindful of leading by example. – Amy Joy Marais, Brisbane

Don’t stress because EVERYTHING is a phase. Good, bad or indifferent there’s no point stressing because just as you get used to something it will change. From sleeping and eating patterns to passions, dislikes and quirks. When you realise it’s a phase then it’s suddenly easier to let go and/or deal with. When you let go, it’s easier to be in the moment. Our children are sent to teach us lessons in that which we’ve refused to deal with in life this far. When kids push your b uttons you can’t be mad at them. They are helping you by holding up a mirror on behalf of the universe so you can see. – Maryanne Kuppens-Goodman, Kawana Island

If you can do your best to make sure that your child KNOWS they are loved and FEELS loved and supported and that they are PERFECT just the way they are – they will be set for life. Be mindful of the subconscious messages we send them in our looks, words and deeds. A child’s mind is completely malleable and we are the potter! – Naveen Light, Caloundra

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Profile of an essential oil – WORDS KIM MORRISON

f there is one way to describe the exquisite virtues of Vetiver it would be a very grounding oil. Extracted from the root it has a very deep, smoky and earthy aroma much like Sandalwood and Patchouli. Not everyone is drawn to Vetiver at first but as it grows on you, some describe it as the scent of Mother Earth. Vetiver is a base note often used in earthy and oriental perfumes as the fixative. It blends beautifully with many oils in particular frankincense, geranium, jasmine, lemon, lavender, orange, rose and ylang ylang. It is used in skincare cosmetics and body moisturisers, room fresheners, soaps, oils and as a flavouring agent in beverages, sorbets and food stuffs. Throughout history the roots, when dried, have been interwoven with floor matting and window coverings to give a warm fragrance and to deter insects. It is also used to thatch roofs of earthen houses and mattresses.

Vetiver – Vetiveria Zizanoides It is considered an emblem of vitality and has aphrodisiac qualities. Considering most sexual problems are more about the psychology of the brain than the physiology, this oil has been found to help with a loss of libido and impotence. Using it in a vaporizer with oils of ylang ylang, patchouli and orange could well bring a whole lot more fun and adventure to the bedroom! Vetiver is considered a classic oil for exhaustion whether it is caused by physical, mental or emotional burnout. It can help soothe feelings of anger, irritability and hysteria. Due to its grounding and centering qualities it can be used with lavender, neroli and frankincense to help reduce levels of stress and tension. It is a wonderful oil to help treat PMS or any sense of lack of purpose or not being good enough. And is known to be especially helpful during menopause due to its balancing

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n 1997, the US National Institutes of Health issued a consensus statement recognising acupuncture as a treatment for pain following dental surgery and nausea induced by surgical drugs and chemotherapy. It also believed that acupuncture might be useful in treating asthma, headaches, addiction and the debilitating muscle pain and fatigue associated with fibromyalgia. Acupuncture is not yet mainstream, but more and more people do seem to be getting the point. Acupuncture originated in China at least 2500 years ago. It’s based on the theory that vital energy or “qi” flows along 14 meridians connecting organs and vital systems in the body. According to this theory, imbalances in the opposing aspects of yin (feminine, cool, receptive) and yang (masculine, warm, dominant) disrupt the flow of qi and cause illness. Today, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) often combines acupuncture with herbs, exercise and lifestyle changes to restore the balance between yin and yang, and therefore the healthy flow

of qi. Practitioners carefully observe, palpate and question each patient/or owner of the pet, and then apply hairfine needles and sometimes heat (called moxibustion) and even essential oils to specific therapeutic points along the meridians. For example, an acupuncturist might treat hypothyroidism; a condition characterised by low levels of thyroid hormone and symptoms including hair loss, constipation and feeling cold and sluggish, as a yang deficiency. The prescription might include applying acupuncture to two primary points on the back and four more on the front of the body, and burning an herb called moxa at the end of the needles to stimulate yang’s warming energy. Dr Tong Joo Gan, an anaesthesiologist who also trained in TCM, is investigating acupuncture’s effects on people who experience pain following surgery. Gan and his colleagues at Duke University Medical Center found that patients who receive acupuncture before and during surgery have less pain afterward and need fewer painkillers than those who receive only

Scientific Trials have confirmed effective use of One Needle Acupuncture resolving allergies in 42.8% of cases in a single treatment. Same treatment in the use of controlling Cancer with a single treatment. Is it not time to try some very special medicine to help your pets?

pain medication. Their findings are based on an analysis of 15 randomised controlled trials. “Using less morphine reduces all the nasty side effects of opioids, including nausea and vomiting, itchiness, drowsiness and urinary retention,” says Gan, who reported the team’s findings at the American Society for Anesthesiology’s 2007 conference. He adds that these side effects can slow healing and lengthen hospital stays. DOES ACUPUNCTURE HURT? Typically not. Unlike large and hollow hypodermic needles, acupuncture needles, made of stainless steel, are as fine as a human hair and solid. The most common sensations are a gentle tap or tingling. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? The first session includes a consultation which can take upwards from 30 minutes. This session costs approximately $145. Our clinic provides remedial massage using essential oils as required, a therapeutic TENS (transcutaneous electro nerve stimulation) type of machine, Chinese

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