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Q. Lynne, what is true peace? A. Good idea, let’s start with the simple questions! This is an important one, one that perhaps we should all ponder. I see true peace as coming from within one’s own mind, accessing something deeper than our daily experiences and understanding that the present moment contains a great deal more than is immediately apparent. It all happens in the mind where there is great potential. There is a space, right behind our feelings and thoughts, deep within, that remains still and peaceful -- always. Some call it “inner silence” or a “quiet observer” or “witness” that rests behind our thoughts. Navigating our daily life and breathing deeply with that perspective is truly helpful. In this way, we can connect with the eye of the cyclone, the calm in the middle of the storm. We do not fully understand how our body manages to function so well, to cope and multitask at an incomprehensible level. For example, Dr. Jon KabatZinn, a leader in the field of Mindfulness, said that he would prefer to try to land a plane without any previous training then be in control of all the tasks of the liver alone. There is intelligence and messages in our body. But are we listening? To turn a blind eye to them and be somewhat in denial cannot lead to true peace. Can we listen, feel, connect to our body and its needs with a non-judgemental attitude and compassion? We have the ability to slow down, breathe and go deep into our mind. Yet the demands of the world generate an overactive mind. We therefore often feel unstable, vulnerable and maybe even confused. We lose

the present moment. We realise that we usually carry the past to such an extent that it influences our present and as such creates a predictable destiny. We repeat the past. Yet we sense that we have the potential to release it, let go and let it rest in the past. As one of my clients said: “Because the past is past, isn’t it?” Q. But it seems so hard to shift those habits of denial and living in the past. How can we do it? A. The practise of meditation helps us deepen our awareness. Hypnosis also helps to release and let go of thought patterns and blocks that hinder our life. Hypnosis also helps develop new habits or neuropathways to live a more fulfilling life. Our desire to do this is the start. This is the very seed of change. To be continued next issue. Lynne Cardinal is a Certified Consulting Hypnotist with the National Guild of Hypnotists, holding additional certifications in Hypnosis Innovative Techniques and Weight Loss. She is certified by Dr. Weiss in Past-Life Regression and she has a PhD in Eastern Philosophy. In person and Skype sessions are available to clients. Lynne has offered Stress Management, Resilience and Burnout Prevention workshops in the government and private sectors for over 30 years. Insurance receipts are available. For more information Lynne can be reached at 613.721.7888 or by e-mail at info@kaivalya.ca. You can also visit her web site: www.kaivalya.ca

January 2015

Holographic Healing by Laurie Fraser

My client had a cold that just wouldn’t go away, congested and coughing for weeks. I reached into the client’s lungs (energetically) and pulled out a 3D image- a holograph- of a dark and misty forest. I was guided to dry the forest out. I put a sun in the sky, cleared away the clouds with my hand. The sun burned away the mist. My breath became a wind as I blew through the holographic image. Soon the mist was gone; the forest was sunny and dry. Her health improved within hours and continued to improve over the next few days. It’s holographic healing. I learned it in part from studying Adam McLeod. He sees the biological image, but I usually see something symbolic: a wagon missing a wheel or a client locked in jail. Sometimes I see the exact problem- a spine with compressed discs or a stomach with burnt walls. I use muscle-testing to communicate with the client’s energy and it tells me what to do in order to fix the holograph. (Replace the wheel, open the lock, separate the discs, cool the walls with the colour blue.) The fix is energetic, but the dense body follows the energy. Healthy or not, energy always leads the body.

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More real cases A client with pain in her feet: I pulled out a holograph of an old mattress. The springs were broken and some Depression: a child stuck in a mud puddle. Picked her poked through the fabric. I replaced the springs, up, bathed with warm water and wrapped in towels, repaired the fabric/stuffing until the mattress was rocked and comforted. Divorce: client up in a tree with kite strings tangled bouncy and new. A swollen neck gland gave me a holograph of a black around feet and body. Removed these. balloon. I was guided to burst it. I pricked it and it I often find animals in trouble- a duck out of water, a became a green colour as it deflated. This client reported thirsty frog, a trapped rabbit, an injured horse. I’m interested in totems and so I know what these animals immediate relief. Painful hip joint: I saw gears like the inside of a clock. represent. I believe that the energy speaks to me in a I cleaned off the rust and greased the mechanisms. This language that I understand. That way the client receives information about the cause of their discomfort. client reported decreased pain. For example: After surgery I often Smoker’s lungs: I saw 2 brown hills. The see holographs of frogs in trouble. vegetation looked burned or dead. I replaced I’m able to help them, but as well, the vegetation with fresh green trees. The frogs are about purification and the client reported easier breathing. client realizes a need to detox. I sometimes see holographs of reptilian creatures, spiders or tiny bugs and these are Laurie Fraser is a teacher, writer removed completely. For example: a heart and certified BOS practitioner. organ full of little spiders or bugs. I pick A session is $65.00 (sliding each one out and dispose of it. I believe these scale). Call 721-3781. Check out represent bacteria, but I don’t know for sure. her novel, The Word Not Spoken, based on the years she lived Emotional work brings up interesting The Word Not Spoken in Turkey married to a Kurdish a novel by Laurie Fraser holographs: A romantic adventure set in Turkey addresses human freedom fighter. Heart chakra: a horse in a fenced field. I rights, risk and the requirements for love. Find it at Ottawa independent bookstores or order opened the gate and he joyfully ran free, his online at Amazon or any of your favourite e-bookstores. Chapter one and photos at the video, see photos and read chapter one, long mane whipping in the wind as he ran Watch excerpts and more at www.lauriefraser.com www.lauriefraser.com away.

January 2015

Increasing Self-Awareness

f you want to be really good at something and live an enriched life, it’s important to work on increasing self-awareness. Self-awareness, in essence, means you know your own self. Being self-aware includes knowing what you like and what you do not like, recognizing what motivates you and also being familiar with your strengths and weaknesses. In addition, being aware of what “rules” you live by, following those guidelines and recognizing your own habits all contribute to your level of self-awareness. When you live your life being self-aware, there’s little confusion. You know who you are and what you believe. Being self-aware means you’re self-assured. You understand yourself thoroughly. A person who knows himself well is open to and accepting of critical feedback. After all, critical feedback informs you about yourself. When someone tells us honestly and without malice what we’re doing and how we could improve, we’ve just received some valuable information that helps us be even more self-aware. All of these characteristics are helpful and contribute to a happy life. But what if you haven’t thought much about these issues, for example, your strengths and weaknesses or what motivates you? In that case, you might want to get to know yourself better! Here are some suggestions to enhance your selfawareness: 1. What are your likes and dislikes? Knowing what you prefer and don’t prefer in life will start you on the road to self-awareness. After all, if you dislike going to the theater, it may not be a great fit for you to go. On the other hand, if you love going to the ballet or attending the symphony, why not spend more of your time there? • For example, maybe you dislike boating, but your friend, always wants you to go out on their boat with them. You probably receive some good feelings about yourself for making your friend feel happy, but you’ll probably be even happier if you encourage them to participate with you from time to time in a hobby that you’re passionate about as well. 2. What motivates you? Are you motivated by love, personal interest or money? Do you have to love your job to perform it to the best of your ability? Most people have knowledge of a student who loves math but, because she didn’t like her math teacher, she earned an “F” in the class. • Maybe you don’t have to love something, but you’ve just got to have high interest in it in order to perform it.

• Money is an incredible motivator for many. Perhaps money motivates you, too. Some of the hardest workers you’ll find are people who were paid to mow lawns when they were 12 years old. They learned the value of a dollar and how to get it and have been motivated ever since. 3. Write down your strengths. Then, write down your weaknesses. It’s important to recognize what you do well and what you can work on to improve. 4. Which rules do you live by? Some people live by the rules of their religion. Others live by the rules their parents taught them. Knowing what you use as a standard, or ideal, in life will increase your self-knowledge. 5. Review your habits. Everyone has habits - those things you do repeatedly throughout your day. Simply knowing your habits reveals more to you about yourself. Do you have a habit of twisting your hair? Or snapping your fingers? • When you know your habits, you know yourself. Not to mention that if you like, you can change them. But awareness is required in order to adjust your habits in any way. 6. Openly accept feedback from others. When you’re lucky enough to have people around you willing to honestly give you input and feedback on your actions and behaviors, you’ll get another perspective on yourself, which enhances your self-awareness. The more self-knowledge you have, the more consciously you’ll live your life. And living consciously is the healthier, happier way to go. When you’re in touch with who you are, your dayto-day life gains great clarity. Increase your selfawareness to enjoy a more rewarding life experience. Moira Hutchison, Mindfulness Coach, Tarot Card Reader & Energy Healer 613.432.1239; www.WellnessWithMoira.com Have you ever noticed that when we feel stuck - we become the expert of everything that does NOT work... The truth is that in order for a problem to exist - the solution must also exist! To get started feeling *unstuck* hop on over to www.WellnessWithMoira.com and sign up for Step One of “The Get Unstuck Method” - it’s free!!

January 2015

New Beginnings By Gillian Pearlstone - Director of Healing

Let us rejoice that they are there. Let us give thanks for these beautiful lessons, instead of feeling sorry for ourselves and asking “why me, again?” Let us thank the Universe for taking care of us and helping us to reach our goals back to the perfection of Source. Maybe in this lifetime there are still lessons to take home with us but we can do the best we can. Loving ourselves first so

very December towards the end of the year we take time to celebrate holidays, visit friends or look back at what has been and then ahead at what will be. What will the New Year bring? The days are getting just that little bit longer, imperceptibly a minute or two a day but it is happening - the Where Love is the Journey, and all Paths Welcome promise of more light – literally and figuratively. The Universe brings us light – the promise of things to come - by way of ideas, insights and making changes to our lives and growing in so many ways. The planet Earth is our University of Life, where we come to experience, learn and express ourselves. Expressing ourselves as to who we truly are – the expression of God, the Creator. we can love others unconditionally. Be compassionate Every day we learn about who we are and where we towards other human beings, to those in the animal have come from and to where we are returning. Every kingdom who have much to teach us. To take care of day we are given the chance to be a better person and the forests and lakes by being gentle on them, by doing learn the lessons to take us back to that God Source from the very best we can in our every day lives and in the choices we make not to pollute and leave as small a whence we came. It isn’t easy. Nobody said being a Spiritual Being, carbon footprint as is possible. By taking care of ourselves and others, through having a human experience, was going to be easy. But, just think of the euphoria we feel when we get it right! thought, word and deed, we are doing God’s work. Let How many times have we experienced the same lessons us look forward to the new beginnings for this year. Let and fallen short of our own expectations, but when we us make ourselves the promise to do the best we can have that break through… When we didn’t say those one day, one hour, one minute at a time. words that we always wished we had bitten back before “God Bless us everyone.” they came out of our mouths, too late to take back. (Tiny Tim, Scrooge, Charles Dickens) Instead, we engaged our brain and listened to ourselves and didn’t give ourselves the satisfaction of zinging out Join us at one of our Sunday non-denominational those words we so wanted to shout. How good does Spiritual Services where we offer a meditation, period that feel? It feels like we have just won the lottery! And of Spiritual Healing, discourse and messages from we have. And we go on from there. The next lesson is Spirit. Our services are held at the Westboro Masonic Hall, 430 Churchill ave. N. Ottawa, at 10:30am. right around the corner, it is never very far away. All are welcome.

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Who Are You Choosing to Protect? by Amâeil (Melinda Urban RIHR) Healing with Divine heart to awaken the deep truth within.

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need to be okay” is the conditioned mantra of the human mind, so the ego pursues a need to justify itself, even if it has to ignore the painful issues in one’s life. These ego defenses are not to be confused with defending the truth. Clarifying the difference may make all the difference in the world right now, and whether you descend through the perpetuation of self-deceptions or serve as a vessel of change for humanity’s good. An ego defense is a mechanism of controlling selfprotection. When a part of you feels afraid and unsafe, it will create another version of reality that is perceived to be safer. To confront your emotional pain or be exposed in your pain in front of another person is too frightening to your ego because emotions may get out of control. An ego defense is an attempt to avoid the vulnerability and regain control. As an adult, an ego defense arises as a subconscious reaction to a perceived threatening circumstance. However, self-protection is rooted in long-standing coping patterns that were once deemed essential by your inner child to gain approval, belonging, and acceptance. Left unhealed, your wounded self continues to seek justification to survive the discomfort of love’s absence and be okay. These are some of the common ways ego defends: rationalizing with twisted reasoning, denying the reality of a situation, minimizing what is, intellectualizing, and blaming. However, there are many other creative ways that you may guard yourself to avoid vulnerability with yourself and others, such as: shutting down another person’s right to expression because you’re uncomfortable, transferring inner conflict to physical pain, being dramatic, or hiding your spiritual self. All these ego defenses perpetuate self-deception because they avoid owning the truth of what currently exists in one’s life and the truth of life itself. A person can behave defensively not just in an isolated experience, but as a way of being in this world. Through this subconscious filter, life is unsafe, and s/he is separate from others. Others are feared and can’t be trusted, so the person shields themselves from true emotional connection. God is usually an external force and also to be feared, recycling victim-victimizer controller programs and self-enslavement. If you are willing to be vulnerable and own your emotions, choices and behaviours, you demonstrate selfresponsibility and self-acceptance of your humanness and God-self. Nobody enjoys feeling unsafe, but to continue to use old ego defenses stunts emotional growth. Through healing and the development of your emotional and spiritual maturity, you recognize that there is no shame in learning. Being vulnerable can be transformative. You clarify your truth and learn to trust

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your God-Self, becoming confident and capable, with the ability to give and receive love with comfort, and connect to yourself and others with honesty and transparency. Then you know you are okay, and no longer have a need to justify yourself to anyone in any way. Defending is appropriate when someone is trying to make you other than the truth of who you are: your boundaries are being violated, your free will is being usurped, or your truth is being twisted. However, this defending does not require anger, self-inflation, competition or any form of attack or justification. It is done through authentic power and neutral observation, honouring truth. If you are already stable and activated in your inner core Spirit, there is nothing to do but hold steady or recommit to your Highest Expression as One with God. In this ascension timeline, the call is to take a stand for truth and live your truth. Humanity cannot grow unless we stop protecting old ego and archontic deceptions. They have to be called out into the open so shame and lies can be dissolved in the Light. We have the choice to know that we are already okay in our God power and right, and Oneness. Copyright 2015 www.MelindaUrban.com All Rights Reserved. For the expanded article about ego defenses visit my blog at www.MelindaUrban.com (FREE tools, FREE newsletter, case studies). Integrating holographic clearing of your multidimensional blueprint, energy psychotherapy, thetahealing®, and vocal vibrational healing. Specializing in clearing stubborn patterns. Appointments in person or by phone 613-253-2888.

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Loving Yourself Through the Inner Child Work Rev. Sherry Harris, psycho-spiritual counsellor, coach, teacher, healer

t is so important to learn to love ourselves because loving who we are, Love itself, is our gateway to the our multi-dimensionality and our pathway to integrating those higher aspects of our self who know they are fully Divine, Consciousness, Love, the very substance of Life itself. We are all aspects of God, none greater than another, merely different aspects of God expressing. We came into physicality to remember that. So how do we get from living immersed in 3rd dimension with its inherent struggles, conflicts and fear to the freedom to live our expanded, Grander Self? I have found the key to be in releasing the thinking that caused me to feel small in the first place. For me that started early in childhood, as far back as I can remember. I remember holding my arms out to the clouds and saying, around age 3, “Take me back, there is no love here.” I grew up being a very sad, fearful and angry little girl. I was raised to do as your told or else. And because I was rebellious and didn’t fit in to this style of parenting, there was plenty of “or else”. My age 5, I was a very angry little girl. As I grew up, I had to hide that angry little girl deep inside, because it was not acceptable to be angry if I wanted people to like me. I put on my perma-grin and interacted with the world as if everything was just fine, but simmering beneath the surface was fear, rage, doubt and distrust of life itself. I hid it so well, I even forgot it was there until I became threatened or someone pushed my buttons and then the angry little girl came out. She had become my operating system, my subconscious inner child and she was driving my bus. When her rage and fear came up, my conscious adult self had no control. I was powerless. After the rage, grown-up me was left shamed, embarrassed and very confused as to what had just happened. These feelings further added to my bad feelings about my self and I became more and more convinced I was inadequate, unworthy and totally unlovable. This is how I lived my adult life until I found the work of Louise Hay and John Bradshaw in 1990. Louise helped me heal with her book “ You Can Heal Your Life” and John’s book, “Homecoming”, put me on the path of the Inner Child work. Six months later, I was a different person. By connecting through journalling, imaging and inner conversation with my wounded little girl inside, I was able to get her to write to me about her pain, grief, fear and anger that she was holding. My role as the

Abundant Life Coach Spiritual Counsellor Psychotherapist 2belight1@gmail.com www. sherryharriscounselling.com 613-236-8852 Insurance Receipts Available adult me was to be the unconditionally loving parent she had not had growing up. I loved and accepted all that she shared with me and her grief and rage poured out. In six months of this daily sharing she had gone from an angry, bitter, emotionally shut down little girl to a loving, light-hearted, trusting playful little girl who was sharing a life with me of ease and grace. I taught her to trust and accept that she was loveable, worthy and valuable and she taught me to play, something I had not learned in childhood. I was raised to be a do-er and that relaxing and just playing was not acceptable; I had to be productive, achieving and striving to be more at all times. No room for relaxing or Being. My inner child taught me to relax, trust, and BE. She taught me that I am loveable just the way I am because I AM LOVE and there is no where I need to go, no way I need to be and that, above all, I am whole, complete and perfect, just the way I am. The Inner Child work literally saved my life and led me to open to my spiritual, God-filled self, that aspect of my being makes life more manageable and understandable now. My conscious and super-conscious are driving the bus now, not my wounded inner child. Rev. Sherry Harris, psychotherapist, abundant life coach, teacher and healer is available for counselling sessions, groups for inner child work, or healing sessions. Please contact me at 613-236-8852 or by email at 2belight1@gmail. com. I prefer a phone call so I may hear your voice. I am also available for higher self readings. I am also licensed wedding officiant for Ontario and would be delighted to perform and help you plan your wedding ceremony.

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Tao Mantra to Heal the Physical Body By Master Lynda Chaplin

ao is The Source. Tao is The Way of all life. Tao is the universal principles and laws. Tao carries Tao frequency and vibration that can transform the frequency, vibration, and energy and matter of everyone and everything. Tao has the ultimate power for healing and transformation of all life. Tao Guang Zha Shan is a sacred Source mantra. “Guang” (pronounced gwahng) means light. There is visible light and invisible light. “Zha” (pronounced jah) means explodes. “Shan” (pronounced shahn) means vibrates. “Tao Guang Zha Shan” means The Source light explodes and vibrates. All sickness is due to soul mind body blockages. The Source light has the power to remove soul mind body blockages. People who carry light negative karma could receive instant healing from The Source light. People who carry heavy negative karma could take more time to clear it. It does not matter if one receives instant healing or if it takes some time to heal; it still works. The Source mantra Tao Guang Zha Shan can remove all kinds of blockages. This Source mantra could heal all sickness and transform all life. You could create soul

healing miracles just by chanting this one mantra. Applying the Four Power Techniques and chant Tao Guang Zha Shan to heal your physical body. This formula can be used for your entire life—anywhere, anytime. It is extremely simple. Body Power. Sit up straight. Close your eyes. Put one palm on any part of your body that needs healing. Put the other palm over your lower abdomen. Soul Power. Say hello: Dear soul mind body of _________ (name any organ, system, or part of your body that needs healing), I love you. You have the power to heal yourself. Do a good job! Thank you. Mind Power. Visualize Tao Guang (Source light) exploding and vibrating in the area of your request. Sound Power Chant or sing, silently or aloud. Continue chanting for ten to fifteen minutes, the long the better. Tao Guang Zha Shan (pronounced dow gwahng jah shahn) Tao Guang Zha Shan Tao Guang Zha Shan Tao Guang Zha Shan … At the end of every healing practice, always remember to show your gratitude: e

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January 2015

Feeling Like Your Resolutions Have Left The Building?

lanet Botanix has the answer! Visit our open house for mini treatments and discussions with our holistic practitioners on February 7th from 106. This is the perfect pre-Valentine’s Day activity with those you love, be it your hubby or bff! The Wellness Clinic is a vital component of Planet Botanix. The store offers natural alternatives for a healthy lifestyle, while the clinic offers solutions to help you reach your goals, whether your resolution is for weight loss, smoking cessation or physical health. Our therapies range from massage to energy work to habit reprogramming. The Wellness Clinic Laura Benes, R.M.T. Registered Massage Therapists are qualified health practitioners who assess and treat conditions such as whiplash, chronic pain, injuries, tendinitis, headaches and other muscular conditions. Treatment plans include stretches/exercises to do at home between massage treatments to get you feeling your best as quickly as possible. Natasha Skibola Natasha’s sessions empower you with tools to allow you to let go of negative emotional baggage, hindering and limiting decisions and beliefs that have held you back. Using NLP techniques and Timeline Therapy® we can remove limitations and integrate any conflicts that have been created in your mind. Julie Larochelle Reiki is an ancient hand-healing technique used to restore a more balanced energy flow throughout your body for positive well-being (feeling at peace), feeling refreshed, stress and tension reduction, increase recovery or healing process, focused and clear thinking and balances the chakras. Julie also does tarot readings to help you find clarity in your life. Patty Chevalier Samm Patty can help you to heal physical pain and illness, reduce stress, recover from injury and surgery, release fears and past traumas, resolve relationship or money issues, reduce anxiety and mental disorders, release addictions, and balance energy.

Richard Merrill Haney, PhD (Counselling Therapy) •Counselling/Coaching Specialist • Individual Counselling/Coaching • Theta Hypnotherapy • Internet Addictions • Root Cause Mediation Erin Lauzon When we feel better we do better and Erin is passionate about helping you awaken joy in your life through Reiki. Reiki is energy healing that is channelled to a recipient. During a treatment your entire energy body will be working to clear itself of blockages, these energy blocks are where all disease originates. Cynthia Street Massage affects the body in many ways and can help with muscle imbalance, fascia repair, injury prevention, muscle fibre repair, soreness, mobilizing scar tissue which increases range of motion, increased relaxation, better oxygen uptake, pain relief, calming the nervous system and its anxiety/depression responses. Helene Arts Helene has worked as an Astrologer since 1994 and is experienced with many types of divination such as Tarot, Runes, Pendulum, etc. Her passion is teaching and counselling individuals and groups in all aspects of magick, the occult and the paranormal, for the purpose of increasing understanding, building skills, and healing. Jamieson Wolf We all have questions in life: Will I find love? Will I get a new job? Where do I go next on my path? How do I move forward? Jamieson Wolf helps you to answer those questions by using the Tarot cards. More than just answering questions, Jamieson uses the Tarot to help others with personal growth. Heather Garrod Heather is the owner of Planet Botanix, and welcomes you to her healing space! As a Certified Aromatherapist, Heather can design an aromatherapy protocol for various conditions. She also practices lymphatic drainage massage with essential oils, Indian Head Massage and Reiki. ©2015 Heather Garrod, Planet Botanix, 301 Bank St near Somerset 613.567.4444 www.planetbotanix.com

January 2015

New Knowledge For A New Year

t’s traditional to make New Year resolutions, usually resolving to do something like lose weight or stop smoking. This year, why not decide once and for all to learn something about family law, especially the law around separation and divorce? Even after working as a mediator in the family law field for almost 36 years I am still surprised at the amount of false family law information out there. Whether this is due to watching American TV shows, or simply listening to a friend describe (inaccurately) what happened to someone they know who separated, there seems to be an abundance of inaccurate information floating around. If knowledge is power, then there are a lot of powerless people dealing with separation and divorce in Ottawa. In the spirit of the season, I will be hosting a FREE two – hour family law seminar at the end of January when I will be talking about the law of Ontario as it relates to separation and divorce. Some of the topics I will be covering include: • parenting issues after separation • is joint custody always best for children? • dividing up assets and debts • special treatment of the matrimonial home • how pensions get divided upon separation • the effect of gifts and inheritances • spousal support (how much? and how long?) • is the law different for common – law couples? • child support • separation agreements • marriage contracts • cohabitation agreements • getting a divorce • mediation as a process This seminar is for anyone interested in knowing more about family law, but it may be of particular interest to two groups of people: 1.Couples who are thinking of separating. This is a time when many couples feel most vulnerable to fears and anxieties around their children and their financial arrangements. I have found that even a little accurate knowledge goes a long way towards easing these fears. 2.Mental health professionals who work with separating individuals. Knowledge of the basics of the laws that deal with separation and divorce may be useful in understanding patients’ concerns. I will provide useful handouts to all registrants. I will also leave ample time for a Q & A session at the end, and I won’t leave until everyone has had their questions answered!

• 34 years’ experience as family lawyer-mediator • Mediation of Separation Agreements, Marriage Contracts and Cohabitation Agreements • Evening and weekend appointments available • Sliding fee scale • Free initial consultation Evita M. Roche 33 Somerset Street West, Ottawa, ON K2P 0H3 email: evitar@sympatico.ca

613.237.7335 At the time of writing this article in December I have yet to lock in the specific date and location for this seminar. But it will be in the downtown Ottawa area sometime during the week of January 27. If you are interested in attending, please send me an email and I will keep you posted as soon as these final details are confirmed. Better knowledge of family law? Now that’s a resolution to keep! Happy New Year, everyone. Evita Roche was Canada’s first full-time lawyer-mediator. Since 1979, she has helped over 5,000 couples mediate the issues arising from their separation. In the 1990’s Evita was a Professor of family law and mediation at the University of Ottawa law school, where she received the first Excellence in Teaching Award. Her private practice is restricted to separation and divorce mediation, and she frequently delivers seminars on subjects related to family law.

January 2015

D is for diet. L is for lifestyle. A is for Atkin’s

By Judy Spence, ND(QC), RN, R.Ac. ith each New Year comes great hope and plans to succeed with resolutions. Weight loss is a resolution that many make. The problem with weight loss is that people can visualize what it takes to lose the weight but they stop visualizations where they have reached their target weight. Diets fail when one has not planned how to eat and live once they have slimmed down. Before engaging in a diet, it is important The Clinic Offers the Following: to visualize before starting down that New Patient Appointment Includes: MSA Pro computerized allergy > Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination road just what I takes to maintain the Techniques - N.A.E.T. screening, an in-depth history review weight loss permanently. Weight loss and a written report. > Sauna Detoxification becomes more permanent, when you > Ionic Foot Bath NAET includes energy balancing and have resolved all that you are prepared > Lymphatic Drainage energy treatment to remove physical > Acupuncture to do for the rest of your life to maintain intolerances, nutritional > Auricular Therapy your weight. and/or emotional blockages. > Hypnosis By way of analogy, like climbing the corporate ladder or perhaps the ‘social ladder’ you should make an action plan, a blueprint for ‘getting there’. You also need an action plan to stay there so that you do not lose earned promotion. Equally you need to plan both how to lose the unwanted pounds but even more importantly, cannot go back to your old habits. Old habits yield old you need to plan on what you are willing to do to stay results. On the Atkins program you learn how to eat appropriate proportion of carbs, protein and fats so there. If you tend to yo-yo back to your old weight, I suggest that foods burn slowly with no more insulin yo-yoing. that you read about the Atkins weight loss program. Dr. Atkins switches you from burning carbohydrates to Atkins, a cardiovascular specialist, found that many burning fats. Those who diet but do not lose weight and people cannot metabolize carbohydrates properly. those who exercise but do not lose inches often succeed Their insulin yo-yo’s up and down. People overproduce on this program. Atkins is not for those with kidney or insulin which converts carbs into fat. Over time they protein metabolism problems. Each of the FODMAP, GAPS, SCD, Paleo and Atkins can become obese with overproduced fats being stored diets do work. Read about each of these programs and in the liver creating cirrhosis which is the start of liver choose the one that resonates with you. Accept that you disease. will follow a maintenance plan before beginning. Those The Atkins program teaches eating low amounts of you who have tried the Eat Right For Your Blood of carbs because many bodies cannot deal with carbs Type; Eat Right for Your Body Type or the FODMAPS, plain and simple. Read Atkin’s book and learn how to Paleo, SCD and Gaps diets but had only limited success determine the number of carbs your body can tolerate will likely succeed piggybacking the Atkins approach to before you even begin. Once the weight is lost you your other program meaning, for instance, that when you eat your allowable limit of carbs (Atkins) you choose those that Visit are compatible with you per SCD, GAPS, FODMAPs, etc. approaches. With Atkins, in 10 days the body switches furnaces from pancreas/insulin to liver/ for our 2015 workshops & bile. You efficiently burn fats. You enjoy more energy. You stop yo-yoing sugar levels, drop sugar cravings, including gift certificate ideas! craving fructose from fruits which some

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January 2015

Teeth Grinding & Acupuncture By Steve Ryu, R.TCMP, R.Ac.

eeth grinding is a condition of clenching, grinding, or gnashing the teeth either unconsciously during the day, or at night while sleeping. The medical term for teeth grinding is bruxism, and nighttime teeth grinding is called sleep bruxism. Bruxism, if severe enough, can cause headaches, tooth damage and jaw problems or disorders, but it may often go undiagnosed, especially with sleep bruxism. Symptoms of bruxism are grinding or clenching teeth, worn, flattened, chipped, or overly sensitive teeth, tight jaw or jaw pain, earache because of a tight jaw, disrupted sleep, neck and shoulder tension, or headaches. Conventional medicine doesn’t entirely understand the causes of teeth grinding, however adult teeth grinding is linked to certain behaviours including anxiety, stress, or tension, suppressed anger or frustration, or aggressive, competitive or hyperactive personalities. Other causes may be poor alignment of upper and lower teeth or the body’s natural sleep cycles. In some cases, bruxism can be a result of another disease, such as Parkinson’s or Huntington diseases. In children, teeth grinding may be due to the growth and development of teeth and jaws, and is usually outgrown by adolescence. There isn’t much that medical treatment can do to resolve teeth grinding- medications are largely ineffective but muscle relaxants may be prescribed or your doctor may consider changing one of your medications if teeth grinding is a side effect. A mouth guard may also be fitted to protect teeth while sleeping, or your dentist may correct misaligned teeth, however this may not stop the grinding. The best solutions seem to be lifestyle and behavioural changes, including reducing stress and learning to manage stress better through relaxation and exercise, and practicing an awareness of proper jaw and mouth position, with the tongue on the roof of the mouth, jaw relaxed, the teeth slightly parted, and the mouth closed. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, teeth grinding can be treated quite effectively with acupuncture. There are five main patterns commonly seen in this disorder. Out of these, four are considered excessive conditions where one or two organs are functioning at an excessive or hyperactive rate, commonly the heart, stomach, and liver. Excess types of bruxism are typically seen in people with stress, anxiety, tension, anger and frustration, and hyperactivity or competitiveness because the hyperactive state of these organs leaves the mind and body in a restless or agitated state. Another excess pattern is caused largely by poor diet that weakens the digestion and causes food stagnation in the digestive system, leading to the inability for a proper restful sleep, and symptoms such as feeling of

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oppression in the chest and stomach, no desire to think of food, diarrhea or constipation, abdominal pain, and nighttime bruxism. The final cause of bruxism from a TCM perspective is a deficient condition of blood and qi-energy weakness. The symptoms common in this pattern are pale complexion, dizziness, vertigo, heart palpitations, pale lips and nails and disinclination to sleep. The main differentiation in this pattern is that the teeth grinding would be rather quiet, low, dull sounding, rather than rougher and louder sounding in the excess patterns. Factors that may lead to bruxism are poor diet, weak digestive system, or age. Key to acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and its effectiveness is focusing on not only the symptoms, but the cause. Some simple changes to diet and lifestyle habits are also easy, effective ways to increase the results of acupuncture. Steve Eun Kyu Ryu, R.TCMP, R.Ac is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner at New Life Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Center in Ottawa. He is affiliated with Ottawa Fertility Centre and Riverside Acupuncture & Wellness Centre for infertility treatment. For further information or to make an appointment call 613863-6906 or visit website www.freewebs.com/newlifeacu or www.acupunctureottawa.com

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When You’re Just Not “Feeling It For Your Partner” Anymore

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By Marlene and Bob Neufeld

hen passion fades and physical intimacy becomes less and less frequent, people often think there’s something fundamentally wrong with their relationship. Physical intimacy becomes the barometer of the quality of a relationship for many couples. If you’re not enjoying a healthy, satisfying intimate life, how can your relationship last? Will your partner get bored and frustrated and want to get needs met elsewhere? Does the lack of passion mean that your partner has fallen out of love with you? You may even wonder if your partner is no longer attracted to you, or feel guilty that you may not be attracted to him or her, either. You may feel that you’ll never get that spark back, and if that happens, will you end up breaking up or divorcing? Other people believe that the fading passion is inevitable to aging. We frequently have couples in our office who say “what can you expect?” Usually, we are older than there are and we tell them that “we do expect differently”. Couples can enjoy a long, healthy and passionate sex life well into their later years, no matter how long they’ve been together. We have been married more than 44 years and we still enjoy great sex and feel a lot of passion toward one another - and it just keeps getting better and better. Even though it may seem remarkable to many, we know this is how deep partnership should be. These sorts of thoughts can be really scary, and difficult to bring up and reveal to each other! In our experience, when couples stop feeling passion for one another, or when physical intimacy issues arise, the underlying cause is never what they think it is. It is a sign that there are much deeper issues than a lack of attraction.

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How can you reinvent your relationship and rediscover excitement, playfulness and joy in all areas of your relationship? Issues with physical intimacy typically stem from a lack of energy flow in one of key areas of the relationship: communication, creativity, emotional literacy, withholding. Resolving issues with physical intimacy requires both partners to be willing to be vulnerable about their anger, their fears, their sadness and their longings. We will be presenting a short talk on Intimacy in Long Term Relationships through the Relationships Matter program on Feb. 26, 2015. For more information, see www.relationshipsmatter.ca or call Capital Choice Counselling Group 613-425-4257. If you want to learn more about increasing the energy flow in your relationship see articles on our website or come to The Transformational Toolkit Feb. 27-March 1, 2015.

Marlene and Bob are a couple who help couples learn lifechanging skills and create closer, more loving relationships with one another. To learn more, see www.marleneandbob. com or call 613-594-9248 to arrange a complimentary 1-hour introductory session.

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f you or your child struggles each day to stay on task and live a peacefully organized life, then hypnosis can help. The cause may be a condition known to doctors and psychiatrists as ADD/ADHD. Do you or your child frequently appear to? • Have decreased attention span when listening while others are talking; • Regularly interrupt conversations of others; • Spend hours doing an activity that might take someone else 30 minutes to complete; • Normally remember only the last one or two items on a list, when given a list of tasks; • Demonstrate anti-social behavior – negative behaviors; • Become easily angered when frustration hits. These are just a few symptoms of ADD/ ADHA If you suspect that your child has these symptoms your doctor or neurologist can administer a test to identify if your child has ADD or ADHA. These conditions are diagnosed in approximately 5-7 percent of children. The primary feature of ADD is periodic impairment of the prefrontal cortex of the brain and dopamine involvement. In ADD /ADHD, it is theorized that our usual ability to screen out and attend to stimuli of our choice

is impaired. Think of it as going to the mall during the summer. It is too bright and there are too many people around, but it is not overwhelming. However, at Christmas time after a couple of hours at the mall people are so over-stimulated that it is hard to find the car. People with ADD feel this way almost all the time. Adults and children alike can suffer from the effects of ADD/ ADHA Both are commonly treated with similar medications including Adderall, Stratera, or Ritalin. These prescriptions tend to work only as long as they are in the body, so most children have to take time out of their school schedule to visit the nurse for a mid-day dose. There can also be a drop off effect when the medication leaves the body that manifests itself as an extreme change in behavior based on the decreased ability to focus. The growing pharmaceutical hold on those who suffer from these conditions is not, however, the only treatment option. Hypnosis addresses the core causes of the inability to stay on task by organizing thoughts and developing skills used in concentration. behavior Hypnosis has been proven to be very successful in treating ADD/ADHD. Many parents complain that medications often seem to create undesirable side effects; hypnosis is a wellness tool without adverse consequences. The subconscious mind has control over your automatic functions and habits; in hypnosis, the conscious ‘chatter mind’ can be quieted and beneficial suggestions can be given at the subconscious level

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Dr. Luke, owner of the LUKEnosis Complete Mind Therapy organization, is a Smoking Cessation Specialist, has a Masters degree in Hypnotherapy as well as a Doctorate in Psychology.

He has developed an advanced hypnotherapy technique that turns weak willed smokers into empowered Non-Smokers in just one hour. He says “This technique is so powerful we are achieving a 95% success rate. This is incredible when you think that patches are only about 16% successful. We are so confident in the success of this treatment that we offer a free backup session for the remaining 5%. In fact, if after the session any one should need an extra session, it’s theirs, FREE OF CHARGE.”

Dr. Luke has been studying Hypnosis for over 16 years now and has trained all over the world. After over a decade, Dr. Luke is still the youngest person certified by the American Board of Hypnotherapy. Dr. Luke has

Dr. Luke explains, “This powerful breakthrough technique combines the latest discoveries in hypnosis and the new science of personal achievement known as Neuro Linguistic Programming. This takes the power of hypnosis to a new level in

helping people take back control of their lives.” Many local doctors are so impressed by the power of hypnosis that they are now referring many of their patients to Dr. Luke for his Accelerated Change Stop Smoking Programme. Dr. Luke says, “I am currently building a Doctors Referral Network to keep local GP’s informed of my developments and to keep them informed of their patients’ progress. Many celebrities, professional business people, nurses and housewives have benefited from stopping smoking with hypnosis, SO CAN YOU! The good news is that this incredible method of stopping smoking is available locally. The bad news there usually is a two or three week waiting list for an appointment – but even the medical profession believes it’s worth waiting for.

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“I walked out a nonsmoker!” Caroline had been a smoker for the majority of her lifenearly 30 YEARS! She had tried every type of stop-smoking aid possible, tried using ‘will power’ to quit cold turkey but to no avail-that is until she met Dr. Luke. She recently sent him this follow up email: “I promise I will totally do a video testimonial for you in the future though, as the hypnosis TOTALLY worked...not only have I not smoked...I have not even WANTED to!!! It really is amazing” Check out more testimonial videos on: www.lukenosis.com and you can contact Dr. Luke at LUKEnosis to arrange an appointment at 613-878-5874.

where desirable changes are made. Because hypnosis is explained to a child by a professional hypnotherapist, at their level of understanding, they feel very safe and are in a professional, trusting environment. The child becomes thrilled that they get to put new pieces together, bringing forth positive transformation in his or her life. The new, desirable changes benefit both the child and their family. Hypnotherapy designed to alleviate ADD and ADHD starts as other hypnosis sessions. First you are brought to a state of total relaxation. From there you are able to shut out all external stimuli and focus on the matter at hand. The dialog used to battle ADD and ADHD works on developing concentration by learning to focus on one specific thought or task at a time. Because hypnosis is able to help a person relax it can go into the depths of the brain where information is stored. Often the information stored there is vying for attention and comes to the conscious mind in the form of scattered and disconnected ideas. Likewise, throughout the day the brain is receiving millions of pieces of information simultaneously and unless it knows how to organize it quickly, it can cause distractions. Hypnosis , simply put, is the way to file all of these stimuli and keep order. Some benefits of hypnosis for treatment of ADD / ADHD include: • Positive self-talk and enhanced self-confidence; • Better organizational skills and better grades;

• Improved concentration and attention to details; • Reduced stress or controlled frustration--the child is easier to live with; • Decreased or eliminated medications; • The child is happier as they have a more favorable perception of what their future holds for them. When treating children and teens, parent and family assistance is necessary for reinforcement carryover in between hypnosis sessions. Diminishing your child’s sugar intake is vital; eating natural foods vs. processed and dyed foods is also beneficial. If you would like to explore alternatives to drug therapy to help your child become more focused and calm and do better in school, then hypnosis is a comforting and natural choice.

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Pathwork Lecture Discussions

Its Spiritual Significance by Madeline Dietrich

leasure is one of the most compelling human motivators from the earliest days of infancy when we instinctually seek the security and comfort of our mother’s arms, to our adulthood when so much of what we do is in service of the search for pleasure. Unlike the infant, as mature adults we can deal with delayed gratification, but we cannot live well without a certain quotient of pleasure. And yet pleasure is not a simple thing. We long for pleasure - but if we’re totally honest with ourselves, we also have some mixed feelings about it, including doubting the legitimacy of pleasure, and our right to it. It’s not uncommon to discover that while we long for pleasure, we also fear it The Pathwork, a contemporary spiritual framework for personal and spiritual development, offers some profound teachings about the spiritual significance of pleasure. Unlike some spiritual teachings that hold a wary attitude toward pleasure, in the Pathwork Lecture, Pleasure - The Full Pulsation of Life, we are offered that to experience the full bliss of pleasure is the closest a human being will come to knowing the reality of spiritual awakening and that we cannot experience deep healing of both emotional and spiritual issues without pleasure. So that one’s longing for pleasure represents a most real and healthy impulse within us, and serves the higher purpose of spiritual transformation. Now by pleasure I’m not talking about “guilty pleasures” or what one might call idle pass times whose effect is often to distract and numb us. What I’m referring to is a full in-the- body sensate experience that

Saint Paul University, 233 Main St, Rm 134 January 13, 2015 • 7 - 9 pm Suggested donation: $15, members free • All welcome

jmillar@rogers.com • 613-829-1254 The Pathwork lectures are available for free download from www.pathwork.org For information about the Pathwork in Ottawa: www.ottawapathwork.ca

wakes us up and enlivens us. As well the hallmark of these experiences is often to connect us to who we really are and what matters most. So to become aware of the fear and resistance to pleasure is a first step and then unearthing the complexities of our resistance to pleasure can clear the way for us to embrace a more whole hearted relationship with delight and joy - other words we might use for pleasure. Further, the lecture makes connections between certain states that must be nurtured for pleasure to thrive - these being emotional maturity, selfresponsibility, and an honest capacity to love. Sometimes in our process of healing and development we may feel it’s a lot of hard work and we might not be sure of what the payoff is. Consider the possibility that a deeper capacity to experience what we so long for - pleasure - is the reward. And consider the further possibility that this satisfying state is not dependent on relentless striving to get it from another, or even necessarily, on our outer world conditions, but that pleasure is the natural state for mature, self-responsible and loving human beings. Madeline Dietrich M.A. is a Pathwork Helper and spiritual counsellor in Looking for a limited number of qualifying particiOttawa. She is both a student and pants who have one or more of the following issues: teacher on the spiritual path of pleasure. You can find out more about her work on Chronic fatigue, headaches, fibromyalgia, allergies, pleasure at www.madelinedietrich.com bulimia, phobias, back pain, infertility, insomnia, To find out more about the spiritual anxiety, depression, chronic pain of any kind. significance of pleasure, join Madeline and other participants for an evening of discussion and exploration on this To find out if your symptoms will improve important topic. Tuesday January 13th, or disappear with this modality 2015. Saint Paul University, 233 Main St, and to find out if you qualify call: 7-9 p.m. The full Lecture #177 - Pleasure - The Full Pulsation of Life - can be found at www.pathwork.org or Email me at: evagigi@live.ca

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Love Peace Harmony Ottawa Calendar Listings – January 2015 Master Sha’s Soul Healing Groups Learn and practice self-healing techniques to empower you to heal every aspect of your life, including health, relationships, finances, and more with Certified Divine Healing Hands Soul Healers! Mondays • January 5, 26; February 2, 9, 16, 23 7 – 9 pm, by donation Tanglewood Park Community Centre, 30 Woodfield Drive, Nepean Contact: Shirley at 613.292.2288 or soulhealer299@gmail.com Tuesday • January 6, 13, 20, 27 7 – 9 pm, by donation Queenswood Villa, 370 Kennedy Lane East, Orleans Contact: Susan at 613.276.7132 or ahealingjourney@rogers.com Wednesday • January 7, 14, 21, 28 7 – 9 pm, by donation The Dorchester, 2650 Southvale Crescent, Ring #99, Ottawa Contact: Sara at 613.620.1996 or sara. pinkrose@gmail.com

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Visit www.pranashanti.com or call 613-761-9642 (YOGA) for more information New Year’s Day Celebration Classes – Jan. 1, 12:00 – 1:00 pm Kundalini Yoga Class with Devinder Kaur . Hot Flow Class with Sarah Leger Hatha Yoga Class with Katherine Marr

Vitality and Stress with Mahan Rishi Singh & Nirbhe Kaur - Begins Jan. 22 Identify your stress personality; build your core vitality, mental endurance and spiritual clarity. We will explore consciousness as a primary tool in building vitality and better understand the effects and downsides of too much stress and identify strategies to cope with stress.

FREE Hatha Teacher Training Info Session – Jan. 3, 1:00 pm - Training Starts Jan. 9 200+ hour Yoga Alliance approved course featuring Laurie Howe, Maria Garre, Dr. Geoff Outerbridge and Dr. Eileen Harris. Bring your questions!

The Art of Happiness with Monika Herr – Jan. 25, 1 pm Learn how to incorporate yogic practices into everyday life, creating physical and mental balance, reversing the toxic effects of stress, fatigue, anxiety, cultivating inner peace. No previous yoga or meditation experience required.

Full Moon Meditation with Devinder Kaur – Jan. 6, 5:45 pm A nurturing class with an overview of the astrology of the Full Moon, breath work, yoga and a deep relaxation with the soothing vibration of the Gong.

Exploring Meditation with Kathleen Burr – 5 Weeks – Begins Jan. 26, 6 pm Explore different forms of meditation to support you in developing your own personal practice or enriching the time you already spend on the cushion.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course with Dr. Kim Sogge - 8 Weeks Begins Jan. 12, 7:30 pm MBSR teaches beneficial mindfulness practices from several Buddhist traditions in a non-sectarian, compassionate manner.

Vinyasa, Zumba & Yin with Maria Figueroa – Jan. 30, 7:30 pm 3 great forms of movement combined into one dynamic class. Awesome playlists to get you warmed up, cooled down and blissed out.

FREE Tai-Chi Class - Jurgen Portz – Jan. 13, 7:30 pm - Series begins Jan. 20 A meditation in motion that opens vital energy (chi) through graceful and controlled movement. PranaShanti Community Kirtan with Greg Kaps – Jan. 16, 7:30 pm Group chanting meditations. Bring an instrument. Everyone welcome. By donation. Children’s Yoga Class with Victoria Lynes – Jan. 17, 12:30pm Walk through a crisp woodland, blow snowflakes, skate across a frozen lake, roll into snowballs … a great class to warm up to the beauty of winter! A “cool” craft included!

Mindful Awakening Urban Day Retreat with Dr. Kim Sogge - Jan. 31, 9 am A day of nourishing practice including silent mindful and candlelit meditations plus two additional practices “Compassionate Awakening of the Heart” and “Deep Action of the Heart”.

Ghost Hunting 101: January 18, 2015 @ Planet Botanix. Please visit >> witchhollow.ca for more details.

Kundalini Meditation Meet Up with Devinder Kaur – Jan. 18, 11:30 am A time for Kundalini Yoga Te4achers and advanced students to come together, to catch up with old friends and practice a 62 minute meditation. By donation. New Moon Intention Setting with Devinder Kaur Jan. 20, 5:45 pm An uplifting class that includes an overview of the astrology of the New Moon, breath work, a short yoga set a prosperity meditation and a deep relaxation with two Gongs! Astrology: Every Thursday evening from 6 to 9 pm @ Planet Botanix Helene Arts MA is available for astrological consultations. Please book in advance at witchhollowinfo@grmail.com”

Yoga Alignment with Laurie Howe- 5 Weeks – Begins Jan. 22, 7:30 pm Through demonstration, discussion and experiential movement, the workshop will empower you with key understandings and information on how to help keep your body safe - whether you are practicing in a class or on your own.

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Sacred Circle Dance Experience joy in movement, well-being, and harmony with others. No dance experience required for this fun, accessible exploration and practice of unity and alignment. Ottawa Circle contact: Anne, annabell2@primus.ca. Aylmer Circle contact: Jen, jenboyes@videotron.ca

DIRECTORY • Groups ISUL GROUP INTERNATIONAL. RON CHAPMAN. Meditation classes and seminars. 232-1160. PATHWORK® Practical spiritual wisdom that lays out a step-by-step journey into personal transformation and wholeness. A challenging yet compassionate voyage of discovery to the Real Self through the layers of our defenses, denial and fear, guided by our own inner authority. Ottawa info: www.ottawapathwork.ca SUFI ORDER OF OTTAWA http://sufiorderofottawa.webs.com/ SPIRITUAL FRONTIERS CANADA (Explorations) SFC offers explorations monthly as: Talks/Workshops (new: from Jan.24, 2015 - on third OR fourth Saturday afternoons at the OTTAWA CITIZEN, Baxter Rd.) *To attend, please see details for future events - 3 ways: 1. our SFC exclusive email list. For new spiritual and wellness seekers/ learners, send ‘email address’ request to jldube@rogers.com (Jean-Louis). Email removal on request. See our web www.spiritualfrontiers.ca Facebook/SpiritualFrontiers TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION ®. A simple, easy-to-learn technique to enhance creativity and bliss and reduce daily stress. Free intro talk every Wed. 7:30 pm, and Sun.1:30pm (visit http://ca.tm.org to register) at the Ottawa TM Ctr., City Centre bldg (near Albert/ Preston) or call Mary or Gerard at 613 565 2030.

• People RON CHAPMAN. Classes and seminars, meditation all levels, private consultations 232-1160. NADINE LA BELLE, M.A. Body, mind, spirit Integrative Healing®. 613-258-7492. THōMAS MARTīN TEGTMEYER ca.linkedin. com/in/tmtegtmeyer/ Ultimate Wellbeing EDUCATiON mieux-être ultime www. thomasmtegtmeyer.com/Testimonials.html. Self-healing and blessings in person, distance, remote. Founder, www.energybalanceexchange.org (1998). Kingston/Ottawa 613-7695575. Greater mobility, comfort and freedom. CELESTE SUSAN VERMETTE, Naturotherapist, Reiki Master, Life Coach, Tantra Instructor Bodywork ~ chair massage, reflexology, reiki, lymphatic drainage, swedish, Upledger cranio-sacral therapy. Treatments and Consultations 613-5659303. touch_therapies@rogers.com

• Places MOVEMENT OF SPIRITUAL INNER AWARENESS (MSIA) (an ecumenical church), Ottawa-Morin Community. Weekly, Thursday, 7:30 pm services, followed by fellowship, at 103 Westpark Drive, in Ottawa: call to reserve. Marriages and spiritual counselling by appointment. Peace Theological Seminary Courses:

as scheduled locally, by correspondence and by internet. For information or to reserve: msia@rogers.com or 613-841-1458

• A Course in Miracles COURSE OASIS. Courses, support and study groups, spiritual gatherings, books. Mary Anne Buchowski and James Gregory, 613-726-0195. Email: courseoasis@primus.ca Website: http://www.courseoasis.org

• Acupuncture CHINESE TRADITIONAL ACUPUNCTURE & NATURAL MEDICINE CENTRE. TCM. DAC. Jia Jun Huang & Annie Huang. Graduate of Shanghai Medical University (1960). Over 45 years experience. Member of Chinese Acupuncture Association of China & Canada. Acute & chronic pain, Accident. Sports injuries, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Depression, Insomnia, Stop smoking, Menopause, etc. Disposable needles are used. Insurance coverage. Free parking. One of the largest herb stores in Otawa. 613-235-5504. 867 Somerset St. W. Ottawa.

PAIN RELIEF; correction of chronic conditions; addiction relief; weight loss; pro-active tune-up for health maintenance. Meridians Clinic (613) 728-2579 www.naetottawa.com BLAISE T. RYAN, R.TCMP, R.Acu. Specializing in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Qigong and Child Psychology. Experienced & Registered. Adults & Children. Insurance receipts available. Located in Westboro at The Village Clinic. Book online at www.drblaiseryan.com or call 613-702-5377

• Akashic Records PATRICIA V. LACROIX Psychic Medium, Empath, Akashic Records Counselor, Destiny Card Readings. Email - patriciavlacroix@sympatico.ca

• Alexander Technique ELENA CALVO. Certified teacher(England) Personalized mind and body work. English, Spanish, and French spoken. Health Insurance covered. (819) 771-0110. THE OTTAWA-HULL SCHOOL FOR THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE, Richard Albert, Director. Health insurance covered. I now offer Alexander lessons in my office or at your home 819-456-3484 alextech@magma.ca; or visit www.magma.ca/~alextech

• Allergy treatment ALLERGY & CHRONIC CONDITIONS. 10th year serving Ottawa-Outaouais. Judy Spence’s Medical background assures your program is tailored to your individual health needs. NAET is excellent for treatment of allergy &

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infection as well as Autism, CFS, FM, MCS, ADD & other chronic and conditions including pain. Doctorate of Natural Medicine (DNM), Acupuncturist., Advanced Level 2 NAET, Advanced 2 BioSet, Laser Acupuncture Detox & Lymphatic Drainage. Western medicine meets Eastern medicine to correct persistent and acute health issues. State-of-the-art computerized testing. The NAET Clinic of Ottawa is a full service, full time practice and also offers Hypnosis, Homeotoxicology, Auricular Medicine, Ion Detox Foot Baths, Sauna Detox, Weight Loss and Stop Smoking Programs. 613-728-2579. Quebec location: 819-6611061. www.naetottawa.com. On parle francais.

• Angel Therapy ANGEL THERAPY PRACTITIONER® Diane Lanthier offers Angel Readings, EFT and Reiki. For guidance and help releasing negative emotions and patterns, contact Diane at diane@reiki-light.com. 613 297 8293 www.reiki-light.com HEALING ANGELS OF THE ENERGY FIELD, Integrated Energy Therapy-Master Instructor and Journey Practitioner. Learn how to connect with your angels and be the best you can be. Contact Susan at 613-220-6551 or email me at angeltherapy_12@hotmail.com

• Anxiety ANXIETY, STRESS, DEPRESSION, GRIEF clearings on all Levels, bringing Balance, Health, Abundance, Peace & Purpose. DNA & LIGHT ENERGY Healing with 5 dimensional Tools for this accelerated time. Long distance available www.catherinegreen.net 613-479-0299

• Aqualead AQUALEAD ENERGY - Healing water, environmental healing. Level I, II and Master classes. Free of charge, donations accepted. Sabine Blais, Aqualead & Reiki Master. email aqualead1@gmail.com for schedules, www. aqualeadinstitute.org (819) 230-6638.

• Aromatherapy PLANET BOTANIX fills all your pure essential oil needs! We carry over 100 oils and other supplies. Purchase products from our line of all natural bodycare. 301 Bank (Somerset) 567-4444, www.planetbotanix.com AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE, Aroma-Zone Touch, Indian Head Massage, Reiki and healing attunements, Hot Stone Therapy and massage, Bio-Touch, Crystal stone energy. For appointments with Juane at Classy Nails & Spa, please call 613-834-9922 For information, please email relax.and.renew@outlook.com

• Art / Art Therapy AWAKEN YOUR CREATIVITY - clay workshops. Discover the mystery and power

DIRECTORY of self expression. Find meaning and truth in what your hands have to say. Hilde Paz 613 829-3408

• Ascension Healing NEWLY-ACCESSIBLE LIVING TECHNOLOGY INTELLIGENCE for clearing stubborn, limiting energies from your 12-D Divine blueprint. www.MelindaUrban.com

• Astrology JACQUES GIASSON: Professional Astrologer with a background in psychological counseling and 28 years of experience. Become aware of your path and take advantage of your challenges and opportunities, natal, actual and future. Call: 819-770-9259. JUDY JIBB, Astrologer CertFAstrolS 613 304 4255, personalreadings@gmail.com

• BodyTalk KRISTIN PETERSON: Registered Massage Therapist, Certified BodyTalk Practitioner & Certified Acupuncturist kristin_peterson6@hotmail.com or http://kristinpeterson.weebly.com TRANQUIL SWAN Holistic Health Services. Kim Swan Reiki Master, Certified BodyTalk practitioner - offers a variety of alternative therapies and classes. Visit www.tranquilswan.com, tranquilswan@gmail.com or 613-240-9716

• Bowen Therapy BOWENTHERAPY OTTAWA Bette Madigan. www.BowenTherapyOttawa.ca Certified Bowen Therapy Practitioner (advanced) Mother Earth Natural Health Store, 747 Richmond Rd. Insurance receipts available. Call 613-7224249 or e-mail bettemadigan@hotmail.com

11TH HOUSE ASTROLOGY GROUP, open to all levels, to exchange & learn, 2nd Monday of month (Sept.-June), 61 Main St. Ottawa. Info: 613-821-4839.

MARIANNA MEDVID, Registered Bowen Therapist, Homeoplus Outaouais Clinic, Hull. Pain relief and body balancing. 819-777-1818 (w) or 613-291-6651(c) info@bowentherapyhealing.ca; bowentherapyhealing.ca.

INSIGHTFUL, INSPIRING, and in-depth Astrology Readings. Over 15 years experience. Eve Mari Crete 819-457-1694 www.astrologereve.ca

THE BOWEN APPROACH - Gently restoring your health. PAIN, digestive & respiratory issues and more. Certified Bowen Practitioner (Advanced) 613-799-3315. www.TheBowenApproach.ca

EVERY THURSDAY EVENING from 6 to 9 pm @ Planet Botanix, Helene Arts MA is available for astrological consultations. Please book in advance at witchhollowinfo@grmail.com

• Aura Photography AURA PHOTO & Chakra Balancing Aura pic & interpretation, Colour therapy, Clear blockages, Healing. Rina Soucy 613-841-8651

• Ayurveda NOEL SMITH-SPARROW: Ayurvedic lifestyle Consultant, phone: (613) 294-7798 noelsmith-sparrow@hotmail.com

• B. O. S. LAURIE FRASER, certified B.O.S. practitioner. Excellent results: emotional issues (depression, anxiety, grief), pain, disease, allergies, mould, menopause, infection, insomnia, etc. Spiritual development, chakra work. 613-721-3781

• Beauty and Health NATURAL BODYCARE by a certified aromatherapist. Natural makeup, cleaning products: Planet Botanix, 301 Bank (Somerset) 567-4444

• Birth Doula BIRTH DOULA offering 3 educational prenatal sessions, continuous birth support & 1 postnatal home-visit. Offering a wide range of holistic resources, including Hypnotherapy, Massage & Aromatherapy for pregnancy, birth & beyond. Visit: www.empowerbirth.ca 613.282.6001 empowerbirth@gmail.com

BOWEN TRAINING ACADEMY, Janet Riley, RN, Licensed Bowenwork® Instructor. www.bowentrainingacademy.com. Courses in Ottawa and across Canada. 613 848-2083 janet@bowentrainingacademy.com BOWENWORKS OF KINGSTON, Andrée Boisvert, Certified Bowenwork® Practitioner, 920 Princess St., Suite 105, Kingston, 613331-3625, andree@abholistichealth.com www.abholistichealth.com BOWEN TRAINING ACADEMY, Janet Riley, RN. Licensed Bowenwork® Instructor www.bowentrainingacademy.com. Courses in Ottawa and across Canada. 613 848-2083 janet@bowentrainingacademy.com INTEGRAL HEALTH CLINIC: Chronic pain, stress, carpal tunnel, PMS, TMJ, cancer patient support & more. Gentle touch through clothing, powerful healing. Madeline McBride, Certified Bowenwork® Practitioner. Downtown Ottawa 613.241.0005 or book online www.integralhealthclinic.com

• Buddhism PINE GATE SANGHA - www.ianprattis.com/ pinegate.htm - Engaged Buddhism in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. 1252 Rideout Cr; 613 726 0881. Thursday meditation and study class 7:00pm; First Saturdays of each month - dharma talk and pot luck supper 5.00pm. Nucleus of Friends for Peace www.friendsforpeace.ca Resident teacher: Dharmacharya Ian Prattis - True Body of Wisdom INTRODUCTION TO AUTHENTIC ZEN TRAINING through instruction in zazen (sitting Zen) and kinhin (walking Zen). First Saturday of

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each month, 2-4 PM. Pre-registration required: info@wwzc.org or 613-562-1568. Zen Centre of Ottawa www.wwzc.org

• Business Consulting NEED HELP ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS? Experienced in research, writing, organizing events, web sites and more – reasonable rates. 613-222-1711

• Ceremonies CARRIE RATHWELL, CEREMONIALIST. Personalized ceremonies created for and with you: weddings, funerals, baby and family ceremonies, rites of passage, pet funerals, shamanic journeys for ceremonies, and more. 613-2371473. www.carrierathwell.com

• Chakra/Aura Balancing www.wellbeingisyours.com Rica 613-257-8362 THE BOUTIQUE offers a 30 minutes Chakra/ Aura Assessment and modification session. Also the Boutique offers many more services, please refer to www.arc-ange-ciel.com or call the Boutique at 613 424 9094.

• Channelling DONNA KINNIBURGH, Internationally Renown, Deep Trance Medium (Edgar Cayce Style) Is now accepting Limited Appointments – 613 649-8245 donna@rainbow-lady.com www.rainbow-lady.com

• Chiropractic ACTIVATOR CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC. Restore proper spinal balance safely and comfortably with the precise low-force activator analysis and instrument. Dr. Stephani S.Dunk 613-226-9800. Baseline @ Prince of Wales

• Church CHURCH OF PERFECT LIBERTY, Ottawa,ON. www.perfectliberty.ca (613-225-1850)

• Cleaning GREEN CLEANING since 1988. Completely insured and bonded. We clean both homes and offices. Personalized friendly service with all healthy products. www.beauclean.ca 613-731-1532 or email beauclean@gmail.com

• Clinics PLANET BOTANIX, 301 Bank (Somerset) 5674444: visit our website for a list of practitioners www.planetbotanix.com KILLENS REID PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC now offering TCM with acupuncture practitioner. Other services, Osteopathy, Vodder Lymphatic Drainage, Vestibular Rehab, Urinary Incontinence Rehab, Massage Therapy, Orthopaedic and Sports Physiotherapy. www.killensreid.com (613) 594-8512.

• Clubs OWLS Club: socially-responsible club for ladies 40+, for friendship, support and co-creation. For info or to join: www.owls-club.com

• Clutter FROM CHAOS TO ORDER - bring on the Flow. Edie Lane Feng Shui Consultant, DeClutter Specialist. 613-565-1919 abundantlivingbydesign.com

• Coaching ACADEMY OF PERSONAL AND RELATIONSHIP COACHING www. ottawacounselling.com Coaching concentrates on healing and empowerment and deemphasizes being clinical and helping. Richard Haney is a wholistic coach who brings a wide range of skills, techniques and modalities to each coaching interaction. He provides warm, heart-connected and empathetic coaching. Please contact Richard Haney to enhance your life and make the most of each moment. Listening well is the most eloquent sign of caring. Richard Merrill Haney, Ph.D. (Counselling Therapy), 234-5678 or 726-3636. ANNA MARANTA: Coaching, Counselling, and Spiritual Direction from an Integral Perspective. Call: 613.867.5505 or email: maranta.anna@gmail.com MARLENE NEUFELD, MSW, RSW, AND BOB NEUFELD, M.ED., help couples create closer loving relationships. We specialize in two-on-two couples coaching/psychotherapy. Experience our life changing approach which will help you learn skills and techniques that facilitate lasting personal change in a faster and easier way than traditional talk-therapy. We each have over 37 years experience in helping couples/people create more satisfying relationships/lives. For more information or to arrange a one-hour no-chargeto you initial consultation see www.marleneandbob.com or phone 613-594-9248. ANNA EARLE GREEN, MA CCC - providing Personal & Spiritual Growth Coaching, Mindfulness & Body-Mind Healing Therapies. 613-295-9987 www.spiritwell.ca www.annagreen.ca LIFE SKILL WORKSHOPS INCLUDESAnger, Communication, Denial, Roles, ACOA, Co-dependency, Relationships and Spirituality. Every second Saturday from November 9 at The House of Hope and Healing. www.lifelinesofrecovery.ca Lynda @ 613-858-7181 BREATH COACH. LIFE, LOVE, HEALTH AND RELATIONSHIP COACHING. Life begins and ends with a breath – as does everything in between. Celeste S. Vermette, Certified with the Hendricks Institute. 613-565-9303 tantracanada@gmail.com CANADAS-COACH.COM Marguerite Tennier, M.A., Fearless Living and wellness coach,

Specializes working with over 40 prof. Women Who want to have more energy, live deeper and Transform their life. 613-744-1538

• Cold Laser Therapy CERTIFIED COLD LASER THERAPIST offering mobile services. $30.00 for 45 min session. Effective and safe for pain relief. treatment. www.ottawacoldlasertherapy.ca

• Colonic Therapy DETOX AND STRENGTHEN THE COLON. Gentle, safe, effective. Experienced Colonic Therapist and Holistic Nutritionist, SatDaya WIlliams at 815 Merivale Rd, Ottawa, 613-761-5982, www.holisticottawa.com, satdaya@sympatico.ca

• Counselling CAROLINE ELSON a Wholistic Lifestyle Counsellor. B.Sc M.Ed,CCC 613 282 7905, caroline.elson@gmail.com Starting where you are, moving to create the life you want. Explore the physical, mental and emotional through traditional and alternative forms of counselling. Individual and Couple. ROSEMARY MURRAY-LACHAPELLE, M.L.S., M.A., Dipl. Analyt. Psych. Jungian Analyst and psychotherapist. Individual therapy to address your unique concerns. (819) 568-0282 ACADEMY OF COUNSELLING. Richard Merrill Haney, Ph.D. (Counselling Therapy) Specializing in individual and couple counselling and in comprehensive family mediation. Also specializing in bereavement, career and stress counselling. Richard is an empowerment counsellor who is heavily influenced by Roberto Assagioli (Psychosythesis), C.G. Jung, Fritz Perls (Gestalt Therapy), Alfred Adler, Milton Erickson, Ken Wilber and Stanislov Grof (Holotropic Breathwork). 234-5678 or 726-3636. Web: www.ottawacounselling.com KATHY GLOVER SCOTT M.S.W., professional, experienced Reiki Master/Teacher (Ascended Levels). www.ReikiOttawa.com. Reiki to the 21st degree, 5th Dimensional Consciousness Program, Reiki and Crystals and Root Cause Release Work. Classes and individual appointments (some covered by extended benefits). 613-271-8636 MARY O’KEEFFE, MA., MSc., Clinical member, Ontario Society of Psychotherapists. Mindfulness & Compassion-Based therapy, for emotional balance, anxiety, stress, burnout, grief, relationship and childhood issues. Experienced therapist, Integrative & Holistic...613-608-7809 www.mindfultherapyottawa.com REV. SHERRY HARRIS, MSW, RSW is a heart-focused psychotherapist, certified spiritual coach, counsellor, teacher, minister and energy therapist. She works 7 days a week and offers receipts reimbursable by most insurance providers. She may reached by phone at 613-236-8852 or by email at 2belight1@gmail.com. Her website is

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www,sherryharriscounselling.com. If you cannot come to her, appointments may be done by phone or Sykpe or in your home (travel costs added to the session fee) Hourly fee: $120. LUC DUMOUCHEL, MA, CCC. INDIVIDUALS/ COUPLES. Anxiety, ACoA, communication, depression, emotional dependency, infidelity, loss, separation, sexual problems, GLBT issues, self-care, spirituality. Ottawa/Hull. Insurance/sliding scale. Bilingual. 613-2359813 counselling@lucdumouchel.com ANNA GREEN COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY (MA CCC) Counselling couples and individuals toward more peaceful, loving relationships. LIVE, LAUGH, PLAY. Develop more insight and happiness - improve intimacy and reduce conflict. Counselling and mediation services are available. Receipts available, clinically supervised therapy. Downtown area. 613295-9987 www.annagreen.ca INDIVIDUAL COUNSELLING SERVICES (ICS) offers Counselling and Psychotherapy for Depression, Anxiety, Trauma Grief & Bereavement. To set an appointment please call 613-720-9003 or email us at soula.k@sympatico.ca www.soulakorovessiscounselling.com BRENDA GREY. B.A. Psychology (Honours) Registered Psychotherapist. Individual, Adolescence & Marriage. Depression / Past Abuse / Self Esteem Issues/ Interpersonal Conflicts / Anger Management / Eliminating Stress / Anxiety Author of : Mending a Wounded Life Gentle words for Healing. bgrey1@xplornet.com 613-623-1888. Serving:Ottawa West /Dunrobin/Carp/ Kinburn/Almonte/Arnprior. https://sites. google.com/site/brendagreytherapy/home GET RESULTS @ www.SpiritualCounselling.ca FREE COUNSELLING AVAILABLE for people dealing with death and dying. Also, guidance to achieve your goals in life. 613-828-2836

• Couples MARLENE AND BOB NEUFELD help couples who want to create a closer, more loving relationship with one another. Learn how to avoid the common relationship problems of criticism, defensiveness, or just drifting apart. Experience Bob and Marlene’s life changing approach, which includes their ability to bring a couple’s perspective to helping other couples. We each have over 37 years experience in helping couples/people create more satisfying relationships/lives. For more information or to arrange a one-hour no-charge-to you initial consultation see www.marleneandbob.com or phone 613-594-9248. ANNA GREEN COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY (MA CCC) - Improve emotional attachment , connection, and communication - reduce stress and conflict. Counselling and mediation services: receipts available, clinically supervised therapy. Downtown area. 613-295-9987 www.annagreen.ca

DIRECTORY • Courses

• Crystal Healing LINDA ENERGY HEALER - Beautiful handpicked crystals & jewellery. Workshops. Home parties. Crystal Healing sessions. 613-868-8468. www.lindaenergyhealer.com. Join my mailing list, send an email to: lsteele1122@rogers.com.

THE CANADIAN SCHOOL OF NATUROTHERAPIES AND SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT offers distance education courses in Reiki, Intuitive Development/ Counseling, Energy Therapies and Spiritual awareness. Take Individual Courses or become a Registered Integrative Naturotherapist R.I.N. 819-328-9128 www.canadiannaturotherapies.co

• Cranio-Sacral Therapy JOAH BATES, D.O.(UK) Biodynamic Osteopathy. Creating a space for self-healing through structural balance. Over 25 years experience. 613-742-0011. AVIVA COHEN, Happy Body Works on Main Street, happybodyworks@gmail.com, 613-6975644. Receipts available. Light-touch soft tissue and nervous system therapy. Targets dysfunction and honours body’s own intelligence for healing. Also decreases depression, anxiety, stress. Increases range of motion, longevity, quality of life. WELLNESS WITH MOIRA: CranioSacral and SomatoEmotional Release Sessions. Specializing in self empowerment for healing and health. Insurance Receipts. www.WellnessWithMoira.com 613.432.1239 DENISE GAULIN, B.A., CST Since the early 1990’s, Denise offers individual CranioSacral Therapy (CST) and SomatoEmotional Release (SER) sessions; she also has a specialization and a vast experience in pediatric CST and Visceral Manipulation (Barral). Denise is a certified CranioSacral therapist and certified teaching assistant for all levels of coursework (Upledger). Tutorials are offered to students of CST and SER. By appointment. Tel. 613-738-9080

• Crystals ASCENSION HEALING - Comprehensive Crystal Shamanic Healing services for people, animals and land offered for more than 10 years | Crystal Store | 5-Day Crystal Healing Certificate includes “laying on of stones” | 2-year Certification Program provides complete training in Crystal Shamanic Healing | Call Karen Osborne at 613-798-2828 karen@ascensionhealing.ca | www.ascensionhealing.ca

• Dance

• Dowsing OTTAWA DOWSERS, 2nd Wednesday of the Month Routhier Community Centre 172 Guiges St.(Cumberland/St. Patrick) 7-9:30pm. Pendulum, L-rod, Y-rod, bobbers and more. www.ottawadowsers.org 613-596-0260

• Dreams ROSEMARY MURRAY-LACHAPELLE, M.L.S., M.A., Dipl. Analyt. Psych. Jungian Analyst and psychotherapist. Therapy practised with sensitivity to material from the unconscious such as dreams. (819) 568-0282

• Eco-Friendly ADORIT BOUTIQUE. Fair Trade Eco-fabric Boutique. Tarot Readings every Saturday 12:00 - 6:00pm. 153 York St. Ottawa. (613) 241-8354

• EFT & Energy Medicine

DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE: Join us in simple, meditative multi-cultural circle dances that use sacred phrases from the many sacred traditions of the earth to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves and others. For more information call 613-594-9248, checkour schedule at www.marleneandbob. com or email info@marleneandbob.com BELLY DANCING FOR FUN! Awaken your own Goddess of Dance. Tracey @ 613-241-3397 or www.bellydancingforfun.com PEACOCK DYNASTY DANCE STUDIO: Specializing in Bollywood, Indian Classical Dance Style-Bharata Natyam, Indian Folk, & Persian/Bollywood Fusion. Please contact Sem at peacockdynasty@gmail.com or 613-2866484 or visit www.peacockdynasty.com

• Dentist DR. PAUL GREENACRE. tel: (613) 234-5758; info@dolphindentistry.com; 100-152 Gloucester Street, Ottawa

• Detoxification

www.wellbeingisyours.com Rica 613-257-8362

BODY POETS MASSAGE THERAPY - Skilled RMTs - Many Modalities - Convenient Hours - Online Booking - Downtown Location - Free Parking - Gift Certificates. 504 Kent St. (At Arlington) Visit www.bodypoets.com or call 613-222-0465. Step into the Circle of Care!

ION CLEANSE” Foot Bath Detox, fast, easy, effective way to detox the body in 30 min. Also offering “CHI MACHINE and FAR INFRARED DOMES’ sessions. Insurance coverage. Christianne Akyna-Foley 613-842-3337 cakyna@rogers.com

ANNA EARLE GREEN, MA CCC Cranio-sacral therapy (Upledger), reiki and body-mind healing from life’s mishaps. CALM. RELAXED. CENTERED. Assists the body’s natural healing intelligence and optimal restoration of immune and nervous system functions for many conditions. Downtown area. 613-295-9987 www.spiritwell.ca

OTTAWA WELLNESS & DETOX CLINIC. www.ottawawellness.com 613.256.4886 IONCLEANSE™ FOOT BATH with full nutritional support for the ongoing process of detoxing. Nancy 613-596-0260 stonetreehaven@yahoo.com ION CLEANSE FOOT BATH - Removes accumulated toxins from your body through the pores in your feet. Linda O’Connor 4406 Old Kingston Rd. Lombardy. (613)272-2739

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COMBINING THE POWER OF DONNA EDEN ENERGY MEDICINE AND EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE to release blocks and empower you to step into your magnificence. Catherine McLenaghan, certified Donna Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner and certified Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner. Call 613-730-0411. Private sessions and ongoing classes.www.energywellspring.com

• EMF Balancing P.W. EMF BALANCERS, Home, Work, Auto. Steve Priebe (613) 842-4758, spriebe@sympatico.ca, www.emffreezone.ca

• Emotional Freedom Technique ANGEL THERAPY PRACTITIONER® Diane Lanthier offers unique EFT work to help you release anxiety, grief, anger, fear, sadness, PTSD, etc. diane@reiki-light.com. 613 297 8293 www.reiki-light.com VIOLETTA BOROWSKI, BEd, CHt, EFT Cert-1, SPHE-RE Through this gentle tapping technique, release emotional, mental, spiritual blockages and imbalances on all levels that were preventing you from experiencing peace, happiness and success in your life. A healthy emotional state, will immediately activate physical healing and well being. 613-808-4822 www.SacredPeaceHealing.com

• Energy Healing LAURIE FRASER, B.O.S., holographic healing, Reconnective, facade healing, past life. Excellent results: anxiety, depression, insomnia, hormones, disease, allergies, pain, addiction, spiritual blocks. 613-721-3781. HEALING FROM WITHIN. Energywork and Bodywork through Inner Knowing. Contact Jim Holland at 613-824-1181 DIVINE CURRENTS. ALS, MS, Alz, Neuro, Sensory. Also Herpes, all viruses. Carlos 613-231-6181

MARTIN DESLAURIERS – Physical and emotional healing. From injuries to chronic diseases, pain, burnout, grief. Grounding and self-healing group sessions. 819 965-0108 ext 101 – www.MartinDeslauriers.com LINDA ENERGY HEALER - Highly effective energy medicine. Stress, childhood issues, depression, pain, grief. In person or distance, people & pets lsteele1122@rogers.com 613-868-8468 www.lindaenergyhealer.com VIOLETTA 613-808-4822 www.EFTottawa.ca The goal is for you to reduce or eliminate your pain rapidly & effectively. Let’s work on you using EFT along with other tools for your mental, emotional, and physical well being. EFT Certified BIO-TOUCH, Reiki and healing attunements, Indian Head Massage, Aromatherapy massage, Aroma-Zone Touch, Hot Stone Therapy and massage, Crystal stone energy. For appointments with Juane at Classy Nails & Spa, please call 613-834-9922 For information, please email relax.and.renew@outlook.com

• Face Massage FACE MASSAGE (REJUVENATING) The Canadian Centre of Indian Head Massage. Two day Certification course with Debbie Boehlen. 905.714.0298. www.indianheadmassagecanada.com

• Facial Rejuvenation Burnham Systems Facial Rejuvenation is a powerful AntiAging Holistic Therapy. Realignment and toning of facial muscles; Release of physical and emotional blockages; Deep renewal of body and spirit. Jurlique Organic Skin Care. Gayle Mickelson 613.422.5701

• Feng Shui BALANCE - HARMONY - ENERGY Enhancing spaces that transform your life. Registered Interior Designer and Certified Feng Shui Consultant. Specializing in Space and Clutter Clearing, Space Planning, Design and Decoration, Colour and Light, Renovation and Construction. Pamela Burns, ARIDO, IDC, Reiki Master (613) 741-4055 CLEARING THE ENERGY OF YOUR HOME can be magical. Move to the next level of your healing. Contact Edie 613-565-1919 abundantlivingbydesign.com

• Feng Shui Workshops PRACTITIONER/FACILITATOR LINDA THERRIEN from Life Health Healing Center provides two workshops. Introduction to Feng Shui with compass and Advanced Feng Shui with crystals both include certificates. Let Feng Shui in your home and in your life help you achieve Harmony, Abundance, Happiness and more. Workshops are held on the third Saturday or Sunday of each month from 1pm to 5pm. Pre-registration required. Linda is the founder and teacher of Dimensional

Meditation with crystals. Call: 613-824-4548 or visit www.lifehealthhealing.com

• Family Planning FAMILY PLANNING CONSULTING using the highly successful Lunar Phase Method. One time fee of $100.00 includes personalized profile and follow up. Nancy at 613-324-4458 or fertility-wheel @hotmail.com.

• Flower Essences FLOWER ESSENCES can offer support in every area of life. Gentle release of stubborn patterns and blockages, healing of trauma, assistance in acute or chronic issues, physical or emotional. Californian, Pacific and Bach Essences. Will treat animals. Barbara Schuster, FES-certified practitioner; 613-8204303, www.theflowersofaeksulap.com

• Foot Orthotics DR. JEAN-FRANCOIS GAUTHIER B.Sc., D.C., C Ped (C) is a certified pedorthist, a trained foot health specialist. Providing solutions for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, etc. Restore proper foot, knee, hip and lower back balance with confortable custom-made foot orthotics. Conveniently located near Rideau Center, free parking: 418 Rideau St. Please call 613-241-3434. For more information contact us at dr.gauthier@ sympatico.ca or www.spineandfoot.com

• Gifts PLANET BOTANIX, 301 Bank (Somerset) 567-4444: eco friendly, recycled, unique and inspirational ideas!

• Gum Disease DR. PAUL GREENACRE. tel: (613) 234-5758; info@dolphindentistry.com; 100-152 Gloucester Street, Ottawa

• Head & Neck Pain DR. PAUL GREENACRE. tel: (613) 234-5758; info@dolphindentistry.com; 100-152 Gloucester Street, Ottawa

• Healing From The Core AVIVA COHEN, Happy Body Works on Main Street, happybodyworks@gmail.com, 613-6975644. Receipts available. Tools for whole body presencing, pain and trauma releasing.

• Healthy Bra HEALTHY BRA - Orthopaedic and Post-Surgical Bra (Medical Device License). No wires. No elastic. Custom-fit. Where health, comfort and shape matter most – Sizes 28A to 44KK. Comfy Posture Solutions 613-521-9100

• Health Kinesiology www.wellbeingisyours.com Rica 613-257-8362. Treat causes, not symptoms

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• Herbalism ANNE DRISCOLL R.H. is a traditional herbalist wise in the healing ways of plants. In her practice she blends the wisdom of herbcraft with modern scientific knowledge. She works with individuals to restore the innate balance and strength of the body. All remedies are custom created to address each person’s unique health needs. For both chronic and acute conditions - let plants walk with you on the journey to wellness. Call the Avalon Herbal Clinic at 613-6121181 or drop by on Saturday to Mother Earth Natural Health (747 D Richmond Road.)

• Herbs JUDY’S ORGANIC HERBS Canada’s favourite source for medicinal herbs & health items. Huge selection of highest-quality organic bulk herbs including Premium Herbs from our gardens, vibrant tinctures, oils & vinegars, custom formulas, Ayurvedic herbs, Best-Tasting Krispy Kelp, DEET-Free Insect Repellent, Poison Ivy Remedy, fresh Ginseng, Vita-Mix, LiteBook, Chi Machine, Far Infrared Hot House, large selection of books & more. Mailed to your home or office. Free e-newsletter. Consultations available by appointment. www.earthmedicine.ca 613-832-8241 613-832-8241

• Holistic Dentist DR. PAUL GREENACRE. tel: (613) 234-5758; info@dolphindentistry.com; 100-152 Gloucester Street, Ottawa

• Homeopathy J.B. HOMEOPATHIC DISPENSARY. Jo-Anne Bazinet, homeopath. Member of S.P.H.Q., C.S.H., H.M.C.C. 2062 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, ON, K1C 1E6. (613) 830-0487. Consultations & products available. MARILENA GAVRILA - NUTRIHOM D.I.Hom(Pract.), RNCP, Registered Homeopath for acute and chronic conditions and Registered Nutritional and Lifestyle Consultant; www.nutrihom.com; nutrihom@gmail.com; (613) 842-9328

• Hotstone Healing www.wellbeingisyours.com Rica 613-257-8362 JOIN HOT STONE ENERGY THERAPIST and Reiki Master Pauline Brown A.N.N. member for the utmost in healing, relaxation, and a wonderful state of well-being. $75.00 for 90 minute session. Call: 819-684-7885 or visit: www.healinghandswithpauline.ca. Receipts provided and gift certificates available BODY POETS MASSAGE THERAPY - Skilled RMTs - Many Modalities - Convenient Hours - Online Booking - Downtown Location - Free Parking - Gift Certificates. 504 Kent St. (At Arlington) Visit www.bodypoets.com or call 613-222-0465. Step into the Circle of Care! HOT STONE THERAPY and massage, Reiki and healing attunements, Indian Head Massage, Aromatherapy massage, AromaZone Touch, Bio-Touch, Crystal stone energy.

For appointments with Juane at Classy Nails & Spa, please call 613-834-9922 For information, please email relax.and.renew@outlook.com

• Hypnotherapy WHAT DO YOU WANT TO CHANGE IN YOUR LIFE? Holistic hypnosis guides you to your unique solutions and a better life! Priscilla Corcoran, www.radiantchanges.com 613-859-3902 RID YOURSELF OF OLD HABITS AND ADDICTIONS. Hypnosis and HypnoAcupunctbure. SLEEP despite your partner’s snoring thanks to hypnosis. Weight loss, Drug, Smoking, Sex, Food and Gambling addictions. Age regression to correct decades old influences. Hypnosis by Judy Spence (CH), National Guild of Hypnotists-certified. Ottawa 613-7282579 OR Gatineau: 819-661-1061. 1st session: $100. Subsequent $80. Insurance receipts. www.naetottawa.com WENDY ARMSTRONG, CHt, MHt, Master Consulting Hypnotist, CCIr. You can create the life you desire NOW! 613-823-3316 wendy@ wellness-centre.com www.wellness-centre.com AVOID THE MEDICATION ROULETTE! Advanced Clinical Medical/Dental Hypnotherapist successfully treating anxiety, stress, depression, addictions, unwanted habits, fears, pain, smoking cessation, weight mgmt, obsessive-compulsive behaviours, low self-esteem, self-sabotage and more. Specialist in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Fibromyalgia, Migraine Headaches. Visit www.graceplacewellness.com for info, verifiable credentials & free Tranquility recording- Grace Joubarne, CCHt, LAPHP 613-422-7027 Toll-free 1-888-3903553 info@graceplacewellness.com MARTINE BRISSON, hypnosis and alternative therapies. REDISCOVER THE JOY OF LIFE with the help of hypnosis, EFT, NLP, Eye movement Integration therapy, Psych-K, Reiki and IET. I get to the source of the problem to eliminate it. Only certified 5 Path (5 phase advance transformational hypnosis) in the region. Teacher of 7 Path self-hypnosis. Stress reduction, remove fears, anxiety, self-esteem, traumas and more. Insurance receipt available. Gatineau . 819-2056670 www.martinebrisson.com MOIRA HUTCHISON CTACC DHP Acc. Hyp.: With a blend of Hypnotherapy and Coaching, the focus is placed upon what YOU want and together we make it happen in the right way for you (613) 432-1239 www.WellnessWithMoira.com ACADEMY OF HYPNOTHERAPY www. ottawahypnosis.com When talking therapy is just not enough to dissolve old emotional blocks...Create new pathways by trusting and following fresh images, empowering suggestions and inspiring visions. Become whole again by re-membering and re-connecting forgotten parts of yourself. What inside! What outside! Consider the Whole... Richard

Merrill Haney, Ph.D.(Counselling Therapy) Hypnotherapist, 234-5678 or 726-3636. JAIME PALLEN CERTIFIED Hypnotist N.G.H member. Past lives interfering with your present explore how and what you can do to change it. Make an appointment @613-454-1429) or www.hypnosis-in-ottawa.com HYPNOSIS WORKS! Reach your objectives with Lynne Cardinal, a fully Certified Hypnotist with the National Guild of Hypnotists, holding additional certifications in Hypnosis Innovative Techniques and Weight Loss. She has a PhD in Eastern Philosophy from India. Lynne has been offering Stress Management, Burnout Prevention and Meditation workshops at the government and private sector for over 30 years. Insurance receipts. 613.721.7888 - info@kaivalya.ca www.kaivalya.ca KELLY McGUIRE Certified Consulting Hypnotist. Hypnosis is a Natural, Gentle and Safe way to make Lasting Changes in your Personal and Professional life. Kelly McGuire is an experienced and trusted Hypnotist who will guide you to become who you wish to be...Free consultation available. www.mcguirehypnosis.com 613-402-4766

• Indian Head Massage INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE, Reiki and healing attunements, Aromatherapy massage, Aroma-Zone Touch, Hot Stone Therapy and massage, Bio-Touch, Crystal stone energy. For appointments with Juane at Classy Nails & Spa, please call 613-834-9922 For information, please email relax.and.renew@outlook.com KYMBERLI KER, IHM Practitioner, Relaxing Treatments. www.OttawaReflexologist.com THE CANADIAN CENTRE OF INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE. Two day Certification course with Debbie Boehlen. 905.714.0298. www.indianheadmassagecanada.com AYURVEDIC HEAD MASSAGE certification with Jackie Cave, Fusion School of Natural Health. 613-389-4344 or info@FusionNaturalHealth.com

• Infrared Sauna SAGE WELLNESS 340 Gladstone www.sagewellness.ca. Book online or call 613-235-7243, Detoxify, Treat injuries, Pain relief, Weight loss, Reduce Stress, Improve Skin

• Intuitive Energy Counselling INTUITIVE ENERGY THERAPIST/ COUNSELOR and Author Cheryl Jiala Driskell helps you BENEFIT from an ‘Intuitive Approach’ to your health. What is out of balance is immediately made clear and energy therapies bring you back to flow! 15 mins from Island Park 819-328-9128. www.intuitivelight.com

January 2015

• Intuitive Numerology A NEW SCHOOL OF THOUGHT. Psychic Consultation. Laura Young 725-7232 lbaird@istar.ca

• Intuitive Psychic Readings LINDA THERRIEN World Known Medium Clairvoyant. Using Crystals, Chinese Astrology and Channeling Cards, my Readings consist of guidance in your work, health, love and Spiritual Healing. I am accurate, dependable and gifted. I am Founder of Dimensional Meditation with crystals, Past Life Regression Channeling Facilitator and a Reiki Master Teacher Practitioner. (613-8244548) www.lifehealthhealing.com

• Intuitive Readings MARLENE STEVENS 819 483 9915 Intuitive readings & tarot. Medium & Angel card readings. Marstevens@sympatico.ca MOIRA HUTCHISON CTACC DHP Acc. Hyp.: Connect to your Higher Self and your Inner Wisdom. For insight, guidance, validation, inspiration and support. On-line, by phone and in person (613) 432-1239 www.WellnessWithMoira.com MICHELLE VEZEAU spiritual guidance to your life’s questions - insightful, profound clarity. Michelle.Vezeau@sympatico.ca 819 827-2579 KERRY PALFRAMAN. NOT A FORTUNE TELLER. Goes straight to the root of troubling problems & yanks them to the surface for you to see. www.indigowisdom.ca LINDA MEDIUM, Palm reader: for appt: Tele: 613-816-1808 SUZANNE WHITE Bilingual Psychic/Medium, Card & Photo Readings, Dowsing, Psychometry and House Clearing. 343-8826559 info@suesintuition.ca www.suesintuition.ca DEREK VAN DER LIGHT. What are you looking for? Love? Money? Satisfaction? Let me help you meet your needs. Call or text me: 613.252.7509 Email: derek. vanderlight@gmail.com Blog: derekvanderlight.wordpress.com

• Iridology LANE JENSEN is a certified Iridologist and a certified Nutritional/Herbal counselor. Trained in (ERT) Emotional Reflex Technique Assessment, an advanced form of Muscle Testing for Emotional and Nutritional support. For more information and consulting call (613)424-1647 or (613)-406-8798 Email: thevitalist@yahoo.com www.transitionalhealth.ca will be coming soon!

• Journey JEAN BRAZEAU, Ottawa’s first Accredited Journey Practitioner. Give yourself the gift of freedom, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Reclaim the truth of who you are. Works with children, teens and adults. Energy Medicine (Reiki Master, Shamanism, Universalis) NLP, WEL-Systems TM Institute Master Facilitator. JeanBrazeau@sympatico.ca Phone: 613-295-2756.

• Jungian Analysis ROSEMARY MURRAY-LACHAPELLE, M.L.S., M.A., Dipl. Analyt. Psych. Jungian Analyst. Depth psychology to address your unique concerns. (819) 568-0282

• Kinesiology CHECK Health Kinesiology / Rica Gerhardt THōMAS MARTīN TEGTMEYER ca.linkedin. com/in/tmtegtmeyer/ Ultimate Wellbeing EDUCATiON mieux-être ultime www. thomasmtegtmeyer.com/Testimonials.html. Self-healing and blessings in person, distance, remote. Founder, www.energybalanceexchange.org (1998). Kingston/Ottawa 613-7695575. Greater mobility, comfort and freedom.

• Labyrinth ST. JOHN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Parish of March, 325 Sandhill Road, Kanata offers an outdoor, 11 circuit, paver Chartres design labyrinth open to the public at all times. We also offer an indoor, 7 circuit Petite Chartres permanent,painted labyrinth in the church hall. Contact the Parish Office for availability of our indoor facility. ( 613) 592-4747 or www.stjohnskanata.ca HEALING CIRCLE LABYRINTH Set amid 1,000 evergreen trees surrounded by a garden sanctuary overlooking the St. Lawrence River. Paths are lined with chakra coloured plants and stones. Now scheduling workshops and candlelit evening walks. Call Liz at 613-925-1278 or healingcirclelabyrinth@hotmail.com

• Life Between Lives THIS IS THE SPACE between your current life and the one before. The times between death and re-entering the womb for another life. But what goes on in that time-space? What happens to the soul? This is journey to the other side to better understand the reason for which we came on earth. The process is profound, the session itself last up to three hours. Martine Brisson, hypnosis and alternative therapies Gatineau, 819-205-6670 www.martinebrisson.com

• Light Body Acceleration LIPHE DESIGN.COM. pH Nutritional Microscopy. Donna Porteous 613 253 7467

• Live Cell Microscopy

LIVE CELL MICROSCOPY. Heal yourself at the cellular level. View red and white blood cell health, and contents of the blood stream. www.aliveandwellness.ca

• Low Impact Yoga LOW IMPACT HATHA YOGA www.zenforyou. ca The Zen for You Hatha Yoga classes are easy to do for people who have never tried yoga before. Manali Haridas, Certified Yoga instructor progressively teaches the yoga postures and different relaxation breathing techniques in a period of 10 weeks.

• Lymphatic VODDER METHOD. Effective treatment for acute & chronic conditions. Judy Spence, DNM, RN. 613-728-2579 www.naetottawa.com NATURAL HEALTH THERAPEUTIC CENTRE. Lymph drainage (Vodder), Reflexology, Shiatsu, Massage. Twenty years experience. Receipts for extended health plans. Free parking. By appointment only: 613-798-8385. Lincoln Heights Rd. www.naturaltherapeutic.ca

• Massage MOVEMENT HARMONY MASSAGE. Spinal alignment work, employing osteopathic techniques, attunement, Swedish & acupuncture massage. 33 years experience treating injuries and chronic back challenges in Orleans. Contact Heather Brown (613) 878-6480. ANN receipt available for insurance. LEARN INFANT MASSAGE. Kind gentle woman would like to teach infant massage to a parent and young child, aged birth to crawling (IAIM curriculum.) The classes will be 5 consecutive Wednesdays at a time convenient for you. We can meet in my south end studio or I may be able to travel to your centrally located home. There is not cost. Friends also welcome. For additional details please call 613.304.3427

• Massage Therapy LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE FOR CHRONIC ILLNESS Effective treatment of many chronic conditions. Judy Spence, DNM RN. 613-7282579 www.naetottawa.com CALM CONNECTIONS Massage Therapy, 42 Holland Ave. Cathy Chatham RMT, Kirsten Greenleaf RMT. Tel: 613 792 3223 www.calmconnections.ca RE - SELF - ING, a Journey to Wholeness, orthotherapie, swedish massage, reiki. Insurance coverage. Christianne Akyna 613842-3337 cakyna@rogers.com

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NATURAL BALANCE MASSAGE THERAPY CENTRE Located in downtown Ottawa. Specializing in deep tissue / sports massage, pre / post pregnancy care, relaxation / stress reduction, headaches & chronic conditions. Gift certificates available. B6 - 130 Albert Street (between Metcalfe & O’Connor) Phone: (613) 566-3000 www.naturalbalancemassage.ca RIDEAU MASSAGE THERAPY - Feeling stress, pain,or just need to relax? Therapeutic massage can help. Providing treatment for acute and chronic conditions and injuries. Also trained in Acupuncture and Thai Yoga Massage. Free Parking. 418 Rideau St. 613-241-3434. More info at www.lorirmt.ca or contact Lori at lorirmt@gmail.com BODY POETS MASSAGE THERAPY - Skilled RMTs - Many Modalities - Convenient Hours - Online Booking - Downtown Location - Free Parking - Gift Certificates. 504 Kent St. (At Arlington) Visit www.bodypoets.com or call 613-222-0465. Step into the Circle of Care! KAREN MUNRO-CAPLE, RMT. Providing Healing, Relief, Joy! 1105-85 Albert St. between Elgin & Metcalfe. (613) 230-3527. www.kmc-rmt.com YONG KAI, RMT, Registered Massage Therapist. Stress & Tension, Back & Neck Pain, Stress & Tension, Muscle Strains, Headaches & Migraines, Sciatica, Tendonitis, Sport Injuries (613) 435-6988, cell (613) 852-4852. Insurance Accepted. yongcai.rmt@gmail.com MAITLAND MASSAGE THERAPY: a healing company.Online booking. www.MaitlandMassage. ca Free parking. Melanie Ransom, RMT, BHSc. 878 Maitland Ave. 613-722-6423 RACHELLE BEHRENS RMT now accepting new patients at cozy home based clinic in Kanata. www.behrensrmt.com DIANA M SHELDRICK, Registered Massage Therapist since 2005. Also available, Maya Abdominal Therapy treatments. Please contact Diana at 613 265 7681 or www.arvigotherapy.com

• Medical Intuitive MANUELA WERTHWEIN 613-231-4575. www.VisionofSpirit.com Medical Intuitive, Medium, Energy Medicine Practitioner. Soul rescue. Reiki Master & Teacher. Teaches intuition skills (private or classes). Releasing blockages and stagnated energy grids within the Human Energy Fields takes place regardless of hereditary or environmental factors. Manuela will access the information in your biology and soul using clairvoyance as well as energy scanning with healing and Past Life Information. www.WindowtotheSoul.com ANGELA KEHLER, Certified Medical Intuitive www.soulbirdconsulting.com

• Meditation THE SILVA METHOD. Lise Blouin, Certified Silva Method Instructor. silvamethod@bellnet.ca 1 800 226 4428

CHRISTIAN MEDITATION COMMUNITY – There are about 40 groups in the Ottawa area that meet weekly to practice a way of silent, contemplative prayer using a prayer word or mantra, as taught by the late Benedictine Fr. John Main. For more information contact the Ottawa Area Coordinator at 613-725-1328 or ottawachristianmeditation@gmail.com or consult www.wccm-canada.ca COSMIC MINDFULNESS, Meditation in the Yogic Tradition. Ongoing classes and guided meditations, Wednesdays at 7:30pm given by Chris Simmonds, including chakra awareness, Pratyahara and Yogic Meditation techniques. Attend an ongoing class or practice group. Advanced personal instruction is also available. Call Chris at 613-298-2447 or email ottawameditation@gmail.com. Visit www.ottawameditation.ca for more info.

groupes de méditation de Transmission de participer au processus de transmission des énergies venant des Maîtres de Sagesse, pour le besoin de l’humanité. Joignez-vous à notre groupe de méditation, tous les mercredis de 19h à 21h au Centre communautaire Richelieu-Vanier, 300, avenue Des PèresBlancs, Ottawa, On, K1L 7L5. Informations supplémentaires: (613) 841-2264

• Meditation on CD JENNIFER BERNIUS guides you through 5 soothing and inspiring meditations to calm your mind, relax your body and uplift your spirit. This CD, Into the Silence, with gorgeous musical accompaniment, will revitalize your daily meditation practice, helping to open your chakras and awakening you to the healing power of light. Cost: $20. 613-721-3787; jenbernius@gmail.com

• Mentoring Program

DYNAMIC MEDITATION. Learn the lifechanging techniques of deep mantra meditation and mindfulness for peace and wellbeing. Introductory and advanced classes for individuals, groups, workplaces. Courses on mastering thoughts, healing emotions, self-care and empowerment, consciousness expansion, development of chakras. Call Jennifer Bernius at 613-721-3787; jenbernius@gmail.com.

FOR OVER 20 YEARS KERRY PALFRAMAN has been a spiritual teacher and healer. This program offers you her personal support and guidance in any area of your choosing. Empowering you towards you your next level of mastery. www.indigowisdom.ca

GROUNDING AND SELF-HEALING group sessions. Emotion integration and transmutation. 819 965-0108 ext 101 – www.MartinDeslauriers.com

DR. PAUL GREENACRE. tel: (613) 234-5758; info@dolphindentistry.com; 100-152 Gloucester Street, Ottawa

A FORMAL INTRODUCTION TO AUTHENTIC ZEN TRAINING through instruction in zazen (sitting Zen) and kinhin (walking Zen). First Saturday of each month, 2-4 PM. Preregistration required: info@wwzc.org or 613562-1568. Zen Centre of Ottawa www.wwzc.org LEARN TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES that will enhance your growth and development to bring the meditative process into daily living. Individual and group classes-daytime/evening. ISUL method. Contact Nancy 613-5960260 stonetreehaven@yahoo.com MEDITATION ON TWIN HEARTS. A beautiful & healing technique for illumination that works on the physical, mental, and spiritual levels to open the heart chakra (emotional heart) and the crown chakra (spiritual heart), making us a channel of divine energies, which we use to bless the earth & every being. Sandy Hill, WEDNESDAYS, 7pm. Cost: on donation. RSVP: faye@pranichealingontario.ca, http://bit.ly/TwinHearts SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION. Awaken your Kundalini energy to balance you, connect you to cosmic consciousness, and bring about your spiritual rebirth. Visit us at freemeditation.com or sahajayoga.ca. Saturdays 3:00 pm Ottawa Public Library 120 Metcalfe (FREE) MEDITATION AND PRAYER Thursday evenings 5-7pm. 3015 Richmond Rd. 613-828-2836. MÉDITER POUR L’ÉVOLUTION DU MONDE:Un nombre grandissant d’individus cherchent une façon de s’engager et d’aider la planète. C’est précisément le rôle des

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• Music & Healing FOR 29 YEARS I have helped clients 2-82yr. with health concerns including ADHD, dyslexia, depression, cancer etc. Hands on approach using musical instruments. Call Shirley Schober @ 613-729-7758 DEEP SOUL ENERGETICS – Deep core healing using sound, improvisation, creative visualization, DNA activation & energy healing. Connect with Archangels and Ascended Masters. Pamela Holm MTA. 613-820-1556 www.DeepSoulEnergetics.com

• Music Therapy PAMELA HOLM MTA - Exploring creativity unblocks stagnant energy/problems. Supports insight & healing. www.DeepSoulSinging.com 613-829-1556

• N.A.E.T. ALLERGY & CHRONIC CONDITIONS. 10th year serving Ottawa-Outaouais. Judy Spence’s Medical background assures your program is tailored to your individual health needs. NAET is excellent for treatment of allergy & infection as well as Autism, CFS, FM, MCS, ADD & other chronic and conditions including pain. Doctorate of Natural Medicine (DNM), Acupuncturist., Advanced Level 2 NAET, Advanced 2 BioSet, Laser Acupuncture Detox & Lymphatic Drainage. Western medicine meets Eastern medicine to correct persistent and acute health issues. State-of-the-art computerized testing. The NAET Clinic of Ottawa

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is a full service, full time practice and also offers Hypnosis, Homeotoxicology, Auricular Medicine, Ion Detox Foot Baths, Sauna Detox, Weight Loss and Stop Smoking Programs. 613728-2579. Quebec location: 819-661-1061. www.naetottawa.com. On parle francais.

• Natural Healing THōMAS MARTīN TEGTMEYER ca.linkedin. com/in/tmtegtmeyer/ Ultimate Wellbeing EDUCATiON mieux-être ultime www. thomasmtegtmeyer.com/Testimonials.html. Self-healing and blessings in person, distance, remote. Founder, www.energybalanceexchange.org (1998). Kingston/Ottawa 613-7695575. Greater mobility, comfort and freedom.

• Naturopathic Medicine DR. KANDIS LOCK, ND. Licensed Naturopathic Doctor. Digestive Disorders, Allergies, Headaches, Womens Health, Chronic Disease, Cancer. Come in for free 15 minute consult to find out how naturopathic medicine can benefit you (no treatment provided). 210-190 Somerset St. 613-627-3880, kandislocknd@gmail.com PURE MED NATUROPATHIC CENTRE Licensed Naturopathic Doctors focusing on Digestive Disorders, Fatigue and Stress, Pain, Menopause, and Healthy Aging. Come in for a free 15 minute consultation to find out how naturopathic medicine can benefit you (no treatment provided). 298 Dalhousie St., Suite 150 613-216-4661, info@puremednaturopathic.com, puremednaturopathic.com

• Nutrition MARILENA GAVRILA - NUTRIHOM RNCP, D.I.Hom(Pract.), Registered Nutritional Consultant and Homeopath; Nutritional and lifestyle consulting for your individual and unique health concerns. nutrihom@gmail.com; 613-842-0373. www.nutrihom.com BODY CHEMISTRY TESTING & BALANCING for optimal nutrient absorption & vibrant health. Physical & Emotional healing begins at the cellular level. Sensible, Sustainable, Effective Nutritional & Lifestyle recommendations. Iridology, testing for Heavy Metal Toxicity, Adrenal Function, & Free Radicals. 613-7259013; www.magma.ca/~PerfectBalance www.wellbeingisyours.com Rica 613-257-8362 LANARK HIGHLANDS GRASS FED beef, organic chicken, garden, 613-268-2772

• Oral Health DR. PAUL GREENACRE. tel: (613) 234-5758; info@dolphindentistry.com; 100-152 Gloucester Street, Ottawa

• Orthodontics DR. PAUL GREENACRE. tel: (613) 234-5758; info@dolphindentistry.com; 100-152 Gloucester Street, Ottawa

• Osteopathy JOAH BATES, D.O.(UK) Biodynamic Osteopathy. Creating a space for self-healing through structural balance. Over 25 years experience. 613-742-0011.

• Past Life and Spiritual Journeys ALLAN GREEN, Master Past Life and Spiritual Journey Facilitator since 1982; Allan sees what you see & feels what you feel. Eliminate Fears, Blockages, Pain from Past Life wounds. Find your Mission/Purpose, Meet Spirit Guides. Talk with People crossed over. Clear up people issues, that holds you back. www.allangreen.ca journeys@allangreen.ca 1-877-213-7576. I AM YOUR CERTIFIED GUIDE TO YOUR PAST LIFE MEMORIES. I am trained by Brian Weiss MD and certified in advanced regression by Mary Elizabeth Raines in Sedona AZ. Eliminate fears,start healing,unexplained pain or just curious? I will walk there and back with you. Three Hr. sessions. For inquiries, Tlunam@live.ca or Call 613 769 1312 FOR PAST LIFE REGRESSION THERAPY in Ottawa contact Monica at 613.864.4724 or Email contact@MonicaDumont.com or visit www.MonicaDumont.com

• Pranic Healing FAYE IS A FULL-TIME PRANIC HEALER offering in-person healing sessions at a studio in the Byward Market, as well as distant-healing sessions. Through distant healing, she has successfully treated clients all over Ontario and Quebec, and as far as Saudi Arabia, Paris, Thailand, Japan, England, and Morocco. Whether in-person or remotely, Faye sees clients for a broad range of physical and psychological ailments, which may include anything from broken bones to PTSD, Pranic facelifts or weight-loss programs, and helping people enrich their homes or businesses through Pranic Feng Shui. Inspired by the benefits of Pranic Healing in her life and the lives of others, Faye now teaches Basic Pranic Healing and Superbrain Yoga courses in Ontario and Quebec. As part of her service to her community, Faye holds a weekly Twin Hearts Meditation in Sandy Hill every Wednesday at 7pm. (www.pranichealingontario. ca, faye@pranichealingontario.ca, Facebook. com/ECPranic, 613-282-0801)

• Qigong LAMAS QI GONG Association offers Qi Gong and Tai Chi courses at various locations in Ottawa. The classes are taught by Master Philip Lai (a certified naturotherapist who has 30 years of experience teaching Qi Gong, Kung Fu and traditional Chinese medicine) and associates. Qi Gong helps to reduce your stress, control pain and allergies, strengthen your self-healing ability and increase your energy level. Training to become a certified instructor and private consultations with Master Lai are also available. For more information, contact Catherine at 613-737-0553 or visit www. lamasqigongcanada.com

CHOW QIGONG. Chow Medical Qigong exercises and meditation classes held at McNabb Community Centre, 180, Percy Street since 1986. Tuesdays 9:15-10:45am, Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm. Chow Qigong is taught by certified instructors and helps to relieve stress and promote self-healing. Complementary 1st class. For more information contact OttawaChowQigong@ gmail.com QI-MATIC RESEARCH CENTRE; Workshops by Sifu James: 2014: Nov. 22-23 Qi and Structure. 2015: Jan.17 9am-noon Free seminar; Jan.1718 Information Healing; Mar.7-8 Basic Level; April 18-19 Transposing and Mapping; May 22-24 Retreat; July 11 9-noon Free Seminar; July 11-12 information Healing. Contact Angela at afung46@hotmail.com or 613 762 8893

• Psychotherapy PSHYCHOTHERAPY Training completed at Transformational Arts College Toronto. Hope to bring many years of professional work, karate and yoga training and personal experience to this new career. Help for self-awareness, stress management, relationships, career, personal boundaries, body image, etc. Eva 514-893-2175 evbogi@gmail.com

• Quantum TouchTherapy THE POWER TO HEAL Aileen M. McKenna, Certified Quantum-Touch, Instructor/ Practitioner since 2004, first instructor in Canada improve physical strength, release physical and emotional stress, improve sleep, increase creativity, remove pain. Information on personal appointments and classes: Aileen’s Oasis 613-228-2272, 613-795-3751, out-of-town enquiries at 1-866-493-0236, or by e-mail aileen.mckenna66@gmail.com and check out. www.aileensoasis.com. www.wellnessunlimited.ca

• Reconnective Healing PATRICIA V. LACROIX, Reconnective Healing Practitionerª. The Reconnectionª and Reconnective Healing¨. patriciavlacroix@sympatico.ca Visit: www.TheReconnection.com ALEXIS NICOL – Reconnective Healing® Practioner and the Reconnection since 2005. 613-263-7925 www.firstlighthealing.com GISÈLE COSSETTE, Reconnective Healing & Reconnection Practionner since 2009. 819-431-3888.

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NATURAL HEALTH THERAPEUTIC CENTRE. Reflexology, Shiatsu, Lymph drainage, Massage. Twenty years experience. Receipts for extended health plans. Free parking. By appointment only: 613-798-8385. Lincoln Heights Rd. www.naturaltherapeutic.ca REFLEXOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF OTTAWA offers Individual sessions (foot, hand or ear reflexology), private or corporate events, as well as fund raising events are available. We offer training towards certification as well as membership for professional Reflexology practitioners and students of Reflexology. Contact: www.ottawareflexology.ca ALEXIS NICOL - RCRT - Foot reflexology, receipts provided 613-263-7925. www.firstlighthealing.com ENJOY AN HOUR of head, feet & hands reflexology. Great for stress, relaxation and general well-being. Contact Nancy 613-596-0260 stonetreehaven@yahoo.com KYMBERLI KER, RCRT, Foot Reflexology. Receipts provided, www.OttawaReflexologist.com, 613.897.9642 LAURIE BERG, RCRT - Hand & Foot Reflexology with Reiki www.rootessence.net - 613-722-4004 REFLEXOLOGY BY RISHMA is a home based practice in Westboro. Sessions offered for 1 hour or 45 minutes. Receipts provided. By appointment only. House calls available. (613) 890-1062 www.reflexologybyrishma.com

• Reiki LIFE HEALTH HEALING CENTER Linda Therrien, Usui-Tibetan Reiki Master/ Teacher. Weekly classes and treatment sessions. Founder of Dimensional Meditation with crystals, weekly private classes. Call: 613-824-4548 www.lifehealthhealing.com WENDY ARMSTRONG, CRA-RT, Usui & Karuna Reiki Master. Sessions & training for all levels. 613-823-3316 wendy@wellness-centre. com www.wellness-centre.com VISION REIKI- CATHERINE BASTEDO Holographic-Usui Reiki Master. Personalized Reiki classes in English or French; individual sessions, daytime/week ends. Online Healing Your Chakras classes; Bird Vibes meditation decks. Nature Retreats in Muskoka. www.visionreiki.com. Call 819-778-2590 cbastedo@visionreiki.com

VALCRON REFLEXOLOGY - the healing touch providing holistic reflexology to clients for over 13 years. Home-based practice in Orleans. Hospital, retirement & nursing home visits provided. RAC certified reflexologist, RN, SCM, MA, CCRP. For more information contact Valerie Cronin at 613 837 9435 valcronin@rogers.com

MANUELA WERTHWEIN, Reiki Master & Teacher. USUI System of Natural Healing. Private treatment & classes, Level I, II & III. Energy Medicine Practitioner, Medium. Medical Intuitive. Soul Rescue. Body/Mind/ Soul Intuitive. Past-life/Akashic Information. 613-231-4575 www.VisionofSpirit.com www.WindowtotheSoul.com

BALANCE RELAXATION THERAPY. Reflexology, Ayurvedic Yoga & YOGA MASSAGE FOR BETTER HEALTH. Lori Chamberland, 613-2557934 balancerelaxationtherapy.com

i KYMBERLI KER, RCRT, Foot Reflexology. Receipts provided, www.OttawaReflexologist.com

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HEALING CONNECTION: Usui & Karuna Reiki Master, Lightarian Reiki, QuantumTouch, Intergrative Energy Therapy, EFT and Magnified Healing. These holistic therapies will help you to relax, relieve stress and heal on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. Roger, 613 322 7585, email; rlrivera1111@yahoo.ca VERA & PESI SHROFF TRADITIONAL USUI Reiki Master/Teachers, are committed to selfempower individuals who commit themselves to healing & personal growth. They offer Reiki Treatments and Reiki Level I & II courses & Reiki Masters. Reiki is used for: Pain, Stress & Chronic Medical Condition Management, Anti-aging & Health maintenance, Improving Immunity, Increasing Vitality to bring Peace, harmony, balance, love, joy in one’s life. Reiki Exchange Healing Group every Thursday 7:00 p.m. Contact: Vera or Pesi at (613) 8290224 or email: divinelight21@hotmail.com ALEXIS NICOL – RMTT, Reiki Master Teacher Trainer. Private sessions and training, receipts provided. 613-263-7925 www.firstlighthealing.com UNIVERSAL LIFE FORCE-MASTER REIKI CLASSES 3 in 1 based on the Usui Method. New and all levels welcome...individual and small classes. Contact Nancy 613-596-0260 stonetreehaven@yahoo.com ANNA GREEN, MA - SPIRIT WELL HOLISTICS – www.spiritwell.ca - 613-729-2775. Bodycentered Process Work, Spiritual Care, Reiki & Training, Chakras, Aromatherapy, Bach Remedies, Muscle testing, SET, EFT, Meridians/ Qigong. Assisting your journey toward an energy-filled life. Daytime - Civic Hospital Area. REIKI IN THE WEST END Stressed out? Aches and pains? Reiki can help you relax and feel better. Flexible sessions from 10 to 60 minutes. Contact Barb at 613-228-9176 or barbmartin2010@gmail.com DEBRA DESJARDINS at Angel Wing Reiki. Kanata; Morgan’s Grant. Reiki sessions for all ages. Reiki for animals. Classes for levels 1 and 2 and children. www.angelwingreiki.com 613-435-2100 FINDING YOUR SELF - Reiki is a gentle technique for restoring and balancing your body’s natural energy to encourage better health. Reiki treatments are available on the Amethyst Bio-Mat. A true mind, body and spirit experience. Reiki Master, Linda O’Connor 4406 Old Kingston Rd. Lombardy. (613) 272-2739 JIKIDEN REIKI – FRANCINE MINEAULT, Reiki Master and Shihan, teaches Jikiden Reiki in the Ottawa-Gatineau area, in French or English. www.espacereiki.com / info@ espacereiki.com / 613 446-7307. HEAL. GROW. THRIVE. I am an IET and Usui/ Karuna Reiki Master teacher offering healing sessions, Reiki and IET classes. Frederic Papillon 613 805-3733 www.crystalheartlotus.com

ANNA EARLE GREEN, MA CCC SPIRIT WELL HOLISTICS – Body-centered process work: Reiki & Classes, Craniosacral, SET, EFT, and more. Assisting your journey toward an energy-filled life. Daytime. Downtown area. www.spiritwell.ca 613-295-9987 ASCENSION REIKI HEALING SESSIONS and training for Mastery, accompanied by Spirit.Celeste S. Vermette, Reiki Master 613-565-9303. touch_therapies@rogers.com THE WRITTEN REI! Written Clairvoyant Readings. Read what your Heart has to say! Detailed Report, English or French. (613) 227-4497or ceragagnon@gmail.com REIKI AND HEALING ATTUNEMENTS, Indian Head Massage, Aromatherapy massage, Aroma-Zone Touch, Hot Stone Therapy and massage, Bio-Touch, Crystal stone energy. For appointments with Juane at Classy Nails & Spa, please call 613-8349922 For information, please email relax.and. renew@outlook.com

• Restorative Yoga PATHWAY YOGA, Wednesday 1-2:30pm, Ease, Soothe mind and body through a series of supported postures nourished by the breath. This Iyengar yoga class is a haven if your energy is low, your stress is high, or you just want to be quiet and go inward. www.pathwayyoga.ca 613 806-9642 346 Richmond Road, 2nd floor

• Retreats TARA SHANTI RETREAT CENTRE Near Montebello, Qc. Large property, quiet location. Open year round. Max 5 persons. Yoga, polarity and Esalen massage. Also silent retreats. m_dekking@yahoo.com MAPLE KI FOREST * SPIRIT WATERS Unwind, Unfold, and Emerge Renewed. Secluded lakefront/woodland setting. Restorative, soothing atmosphere. Beautiful accommodations. Superb whole foods / Veg. cuisine. Yoga / Healing Bodywork / Infrared Sauna / Jacuzzi / 700 sq.ft. Yoga space, Workshop Studio. Welcoming individuals, couples & groups. 2 1/4 hrs. S.W. of Ottawa, near Tamworth. (613) 379-2227 info@ mapleki.com www.mapleki.com sGODDESS & THE GREEN MAN CRYSTAL EARTH RETREAT Personal customized Up-levelling Retreats for people using our services, on the Canadian Shield in OMPAH, 45 minutes North West of Perth. www.allangreen.ca www.catherinegreen. net www.crystalearthhealingspa.com 613479-0299 ascensionportal@xplornet.com iamthatiam@xplornet.com

• Rolfing MIRANDA GREENACRE (Dayvis) Advanced Rolfing Practitioner 400 Pleasant Park Rd. Ottawa, On. K1H 5N1 (613) 866 2427

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• Room for Rent Workshop space and therapy rooms available at Planet Botanix, 301 Bank (Somerset) 567-4444 ROOMS FOR RENT. Shared bathroom. Utilities included. 3015 Richmond Rd., 613-828-2836

• Schools THE 8TH FIRE - School for professional training and development in the Algonquin Healing Arts of Shamanism, Spiritual Healing, and Energy Medicine. Two-year professional training program and certification offered, among the most comprehensive Shamanic Training programs in the world, taught by a Traditional Algonquin Medicine Person. Many teachings are unique and exclusive to this training alone. Phone 613) 274-3708 or www.The8thFire.com for more info. ASCENSION HEALING - 2-Year Certification Program provides complete training in the ancient arts of Crystal and Shamanic Healing | 5-Day Crystal Healing Certificate | Drunvalo Melchizedek’s Awakening the Illuminated Heart Workshop and more… | Call Karen Osborne at 613-798-2828 | karen@ascensionhealing.ca | www.ascensionhealing.ca

• Shamanism (Traditional & Authentic) ALGONQUIN MEDICINE MAN - Spiritual Healing & Energy Medicine, offering a comprehensive listing of services and ceremonies to help facilitate healings on the physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. Traditionally trained Algonquin Healer available at (613) 274-3708 or www.The8thFire.com.

• Shamanism ASCENSION HEALING - Comprehensive Crystal Shamanic Healing services for people, animals and land offered for more than 10 years | 2-year Certification Program provides complete training in Crystal Shamanic Healing | Call Karen Osborne at 613-798-2828 | karen@ascensionhealing.ca | www.ascensionhealing.ca LINDA ENERGY HEALER - Highly effective Shamanic sessions for anxiety, childhood issues, depression, abuse, pain, grief. In person or distance, clients worldwide. People & pets. 613-868-8468 lsteele1122@rogers.com www.lindaenergyhealer.com IN A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT, experience traditional ceremonies and medicine that promote physical, emotional and spiritual healing. Distance Healing also available. SatDaya Williams at 447 Holland Ave Unit 3, Ottawa, 613-761-5982, www.holisticottawa.com, satdaya@sympatico.ca SHAMANIC ENERGY WORK IN PERSON OR AT A DISTANCE for physical, emotional and spiritual healing and well-being. Also animal totem workshops. Janice Land (613) 834-6677. www.journeytoinnerhealing.com

• Shiatsu NATURAL HEALTH THERAPEUTIC CENTRE. Shiatsu, Reflexology, Lymph drainage, Massage. Twenty years experience. Receipts for extended health plans. Free parking. By appointment only: 613-798-8385. Lincoln Heights Rd. www.naturaltherapeutic.ca

• Skin Care NATURAL BODYCARE by a certified aromatherapist. Natural makeup, cleaning products: Planet Botanix, 301 Bank (Somerset) 567-4444

• Sound Healing DEEP SOUL SINGING – Healing Vocals & Singing Bowls. Body/Soul/Mind. Individual/ group. Singer/songwriter/musician: Pamela Holm MTA www.DeepSoulEnergetics.com 613-829-1556.

• Sound Healing Massage COMBINING CRYSTAL BOWLS, tuning forks and other sound healing instruments to enhance your relaxation experience. Julie certified Orthotechnician (massage) since 1994. 613-254-8469.

• Spa Days www.wellbeingisyours.com Rica 613-257-8362

• SPHE-RE NEW TO OTTAWA! In Pain? Experience this new Divine healing energy. www.SacredPeaceHealing.com

• Spiritual Centre OTTAWA SPIRITUAL PATHWAYS CENTRE, Weekly services, Sundays 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Nicole Moronval, President and Founder, Westboro Masonic Hall, 430 Churchill ave. N. ottawaspiritualpathways.com

• Spiritual Counselling FACILITATOR & GUIDE: ConstellationWork, Soul Talk, creative meditation practices, reiki. Workshops/individual sessions Diana ClaireDouglas. dianaclairedouglas@bell.net 613-820-8850.

• Spiritual Direction A ONE YEAR ONLINE TRAINING PROGRAM for spiritual directors. The program is grounded in the Jewish wisdom tradition with an integrated interfaith component. Visit our website trainingforspirituality.ca or email us at trainingforspirituality@gmail.com

• Spiritual Medium ANGELA AZARIA, PSYCHIC MEDIUM & SPIRITUAL COACH, angela@loveheals.ca, 613 913 8511, www.loveheals.ca

• Stress Reduction EXPLORATION OF 4 THEMES and simple strategies to reduce stress. Gisèle Cossette,

B.A.,Wellness & Life Coach, 819-431-3888, cossette.gisele@gmail.com

• Systemic Constellation Work CONSTELLATIONS WITH SPIRIT: personal, family, & soul transformation individual & group sessions Diana Claire Douglas. www.inspiritworks. com dianaclairedouglas@bell.net 613-820-8850

• Tai Chi WEEKLY TAI CHI (Yang style) classes at PranaShanti (PS) Yoga Centre. Every Tuesday night from 7:30-9pm. Suited for both beginner and intermediate practitioners. For more info call Jürgen Portz at 613-7217888 or PS at 613-761-9642.

• Tantra YOGA OF LOVE AND RELATIONSHIP. The pleasurable way to Enlightenment. Course and consultations for individuals and couples. Celeste S. Vermette, certified with the Chandra Bindu Tantra Institute. 613-565-9303. tantracanada@gmail.com

• Tarot TAROT AND CARTOUCHE READINGS: I have been reading cards since 1986 and use the Mother Peace Tarot deck as well as the Cartouche deck. Eleanor Ann Rowan 613-746-6778 PERSONAL READINGS Tarot-Astrology Judy Jibb 613 304 4255, personalreadings@gmail.com TAROT READINGS with DAVID CLOUDS. If you’re looking for a Reading, it’s a good indication that you would benefit from having one. I have a home practice and make house calls. Please visit my website, davidclouds.com, or ring 613 619 5977 TAROT INTERPRETATION BY SUZANNE DUC. Private consultation and party readings available. Home page at www.facebook.com/ sdtarot. Contact (613) 841-2597 or suzanne. duc1@gmail.com to arrange an appointment. HAVE AN ORACLE CARD READING with Daniel Tigner. Look into relationships, career, money, where things may be going, what are your best choices, tools to transform.... Call or email to book a reading in-person, by telephone or Skype: 819-6820205, dt@essences.ca PSYCHIC GUIDANCE WITH TARA MEGHAN. Angel/Tarot Card Readings $40. tarameghantarot@yahoo.com RECEIVE GENTLE LOVING MESSAGES FROM YOUR ANGELS through tarot. Please visit my website at www.nicolelehmann.ca or call me at 613-371-2525.

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• Tea Leaf Reader TEA LEAF & COFFEE GRIND reader. Crystal & obsidian balls. Object reading, Dowsing, Tarot, Zen & other cards. Helene Gibeault 613-7487419. tealeafreader73@hotmail.com

• Thai Massage LORI MACKAY RMT- Thai massage stretches the whole body and helps remove deeply held tension in the muscles. 418 Rideau St.613241-3434 Free Parking. For more info contact Lori at lorirmt@gmail.com or www.lorirmt.ca BODY POETS MASSAGE THERAPY - Skilled RMTs - Many Modalities - Convenient Hours - Online Booking - Downtown Location - Free Parking - Gift Certificates. 504 Kent St. (At Arlington) Visit www.bodypoets.com or call 613-222-0465. Step into the Circle of Care!

• Therapeutic Touch THERAPEUTIC TOUCHª - profound relaxation, pain relief, supports healing all levels. Can be applied in acute, chronic or emotional conditions. House calls, hospital visits available. Will treat animals. Barbara Schuster, TTNO-Recognized Practitioner. 613-8204303, www.theflowersofaeskulap.com

• Theta Healing FILOMENA LAVIGNE is a spiritual - intuitive, advanced certified Theta Healing Practitioner, Reiki-Master and IET Master-Instructor: She believes wherever you are is always the perfect place to start uncovering, healing and evolving into the song of your truest heart. The song that declares your divinity and wholeness and brings forth into your life the beauty that is residing in your truest brilliant-self. Appointments in person or by telephone at 613-596-9249 or email at aura.bella@hotmail.com

• Visceral Manipulation AVIVA COHEN, Happy Body Works on Main Street, happybodyworks@gmail.com, 613697-5644. Receipts available. Gentle hands-on abdominal treatment dialogues with body’s proprioceptive awareness, facilitating physical and emotional trauma release. Improves structure and function. Complements conscious eating, exercise and supplementation for optimal health. DENISE GAULIN, B.A., CST offers visceral manipulation sessions for adults, children and infants. She is a certified CranioSacral therapist and has a specialization in pediatric CST and VM. By appointment. Tel. 613-738-9080

• Visionary Art SPIRITPAINTING® – using the Lightwolf method. Offering workshops, exhibitions, books, reproductions, and originals on paper and larger pieces on canvas. Commissioned spiritpaintings® and readings are also available. For more information contact: Jen 613266-8063 spiritpainting2002@yahoo.com or see www.spiritpainting.com

DIRECTORY • Web Design A WELL-DESIGNED WEBSITE will help spread your message and grow your business. Contact us, and get an effective online presence today! www.dewpoint.ca, info@dewpoint.ca, 613-236-5758. MINIMEWEBSITES.COM Affordable websites, banners. Free Consultation: 613-824-9348

• Weddings WEDDING CEREMONIES. Rev. Evelyn Richter 613-596-2817; revev@sympatico.ca; www.revev.ca CO-CREATE THE GOWN OF YOUR DREAMS! Wedding, handfasting, commitment ceremony attire for all - bring your ideas to life for your special day. Tracey at 613-241-3397 or email tracey@tav-creations.com. Online portfolio: www.tav-creations.com MARTINO‘S BRIDAL ALTERATIONS AND TAILORING. 30 years experience Tailoring for the whole family .by app. 613-739-5034 Martino2527@hotmail.com

• Wholistic Dentist DR. PAUL GREENACRE. tel: (613) 234-5758; info@dolphindentistry.com; 100-152 Gloucester Street, Ottawa

• Workshops GROUNDING AND THE ART OF CREATING SACRED SPACE A two-day workshop about creating boundaries, clearing the aura, learning how to clear a space, how to be present and secure in your own energy field. Ideal workshop for energy workers, massage therapists, lawyers, social workers and anyone anywhere who works with or lives closely with others. For information and registration call Aileen’s Oasis at 613-2282272, or by e-mail at aileen@aileensoasis.com QUANTUM-TOUCH: The Power to Heal Certificate workshop in Quantum-Touch therapy, a powerfully simple modality that will transform your ideas about your health and your life. This wonderful modality can be used with other modalities and is very helpful for self-healing, distance healing, working with clients, friends, family, pets, water, and gardens. For information, call Aileen’s Oasis at 613-228-2272, aileen@ aileensoasis.com and www.aileensoasis.com.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS with an esoteric approach using hypnosis and NLP. For more info visit www. TheSuccessRoom.ca or call 613.699.4555

Check out WWW.PLANETBOTANIX.COM for a full listing of upcoming workshops/certifications! 301 Bank (Somerset) 567-4444 WORKSHOP SPACE AVAILABLE days and evenings. Maximum 25 people. 3015 Richmond Rd. 613-828-2836

• Yoga MOUNTAINGOAT YOGA CENTRES serving Ottawa’ west end in Nepean and Kanata since 2003. Over 30 classes per week per location. Hot Power, Hatha, Yin, Prenatal, Restorative. Workshops and teacher trainings. www.mountaingoatyoga.com RAMA LOTUS YOGA CENTRE is your yoga studio. Are you stressed? Anxious? Overwhelmed? Exhausted? We’ve got you covered. With 100+ weekly yoga and meditation classes in a variety of styles there is something for everyone (sometimes even soup!). Not in the mood for yoga just yet? Come shop, socialize, sip on our house tea, read from our community library or drop off a food bank donation. Can’t afford yoga rates? Let’s talk. Work exchange, student rates, early morning, donation, like we said, we’ve got you covered, because yoga is for everyone. www.ottawayoga.com 613.234.7974 342 Gladstone Ave YOGA & TEA STUDIO. Located on 10 acres of land in the beautiful village of Carp, near the Carp Farmer’s Market. Over 20 classes a week, for all ages, sizes and life-stages! Beginners, Hatha, Yin, Kundalini, Hot, Gentle, Restorative, Prenatal, Baby&Me, Kid’s yoga and more! Yoga Teacher Training certification course available - see website. Nice selection of yoga mats, bolsters and other props, DVDs, CDs. Complimentary tea after each class! Experience yoga in the country fresh air just minutes from the urban outskirts! Conveniently close to Kanata, Stittsville and Almonte! Beautiful drive, peaceful setting, lots of free parking, why go downtown? 613-304-6320, www.yogaandtea.com GENTLE YOGA AND MEDITATION. Mondays in Crystal Beach (just west of Bayshore). 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Maki House Community Centre. 19 Leeming Drive. Julie 613-254-8469 PRANASHANTI YOGA CENTRE. A full-service wellness centre in the Hintonburg area of Ottawa near the Parkdale Market minutes from downtown and numerous public transportation stops. In our custom designed eco-friendly 8,000-sq.ft centre, our dedicated team of teachers and therapists offer a wide variety of classes in 4 spacious studios and specially designed therapies in our Consultation spaces. Our soothing atmosphere and inspiring setting will help you cultivate a deep inner state of body centered restful awareness that will benefit every aspect of your life. Our spa-like change rooms with ample showers, Infrared Sauna and full service boutique further support your healthy lifestyle. Open 7 days/week, 80+ classes/week. Workshops, teacher training

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programs, concerts and events offered throughout the year. 100+ free parking spaces, complimentary tea served all day. Relax, take your time, leave feeling renewed. Drop in for a visit! 613.761.9642 (YOGA) www.pranashanti.com ADI SHAKTI YOGA CENTRE IN ORLÉANS/ OTTAWA EAST serving with gratitude since 2003. Director/Owner: Lise Ram Das Latulippe. Ottawa’s Home of KUNDALINI Yoga: humanity’s most ancient yoga. Beginners & Advanced classes of uplifting, fun & highly informative Kundalini Yoga taught by professionally certified teachers. Enjoy our healing ambiance, heavenly music, a cup of tea & community spirit. Private classes; Personalized Health-Longevity-Vitality Program; Yogic Numerology; Nutrition consultations; Reiki treatments & training; Vedic cooking classes; Yogic workshops; Annual Women’s Yoga Retreats; Concerts; Gong relaxation evenings; Pre-natal friendly yoga; Sunrise Kundalini Sadhana; Eng. & French classes; Books, CDs, DVDs, soaps, teas, mats, clothing. We are the Yoga gem of Ottawa East - Come Feel Great... One Breath at a Time! 1445-A Youville Drive, 2nd Fl., Orléans. www.AdiShaktiYogaCentre.com Call 613 824-9189 SATTVA YOGA - A Kanata Yoga Experience Classes taught integrating a variety of yoga styles (Kripalu, Viniyoga, Structural Yoga, Vinyasa) as well as Somatic Movement & Pilates. A practice of balance, integration and compassion is offered: centering, breath work, warm-ups, flowing & static poses, relaxation, meditation and reflection. All levels welcome. Jo-Anne Stasiuk, MA. Professional Level Yoga Certification. 592-5936 or sattvayoga.ca MAITREYA YOGA STUDIO offers you an amazing atmosphere where you can take a break from everyday life and find your own authentic mind/body experience. Over 25 classes weekly on our Open Class Schedule. Visit us online for our Registered Classes and Workshops at www.maitreyayoga.com or contact us at 613-692-1515. PATHWAY YOGA. A beautiful, welcoming studio in the heart of Westboro. Learn how Iyengar yoga can lead body and breath, heart and mind along a brighter, healthier pathway. www.pathwayyoga.ca 613 8069642 346 Richmond Road, 2nd floor WISHINGTREE YOGA CENTRE—Yoga in Kanata. For all ages, beginner to experienced practitioner. Traditional, Hot Power, Hatha, Sound, Yin, Ashtanga, Restorative, 50+, Hatha flow, Meditation, Kirtan and Family Yoga. 200h Traditional Hatha Yoga Teacher Training. www.wishingtreeyoga.ca

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WANTED: RMT, At an established (1998) Natural Health Centre. Very reasonable rates and great co-workers Please call Denise: 613-913-2803 VOLUNTEERS WANTED for Sharon Nasin Foundation. 613-828-2836. RISE ASSET DEVELOPMENT is a registered charity providing low interest small business loans, training and mentorship to men and women with a history of mental health or addiction challenges. Did you know? 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health or addiction challenge in their lifetime. Getting back on track can be tough but with support we know they can. Our entrepreneurs need your support! We are seeking volunteer mentors and coaches for our individual lending and winter youth small business programs. If you have business experience and would like to “give back” please contact us at (613) 518-7968 or via email at mentor@riseassetdevelopment.ca

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Bytown Healin’ Blues Doc, did you say it would be good, to take these drugs along with food? But Doc, does it not seem quite odd, that now I live inside this fog? That chemo’s harsh; can’t I be free? Oh no... what’s really left of me? Therapist, help me eat and sleep for I might curl into a heap! I’ll dye my hair, jog, go to gym, drink shakes, till I feel good or slim! Tell me psychic, ‘Am I so sore, because I’ve been a dinosaur?’ Will someone tell me some good news? I’ve got those Bytown healin’ blues! Can lipo, tattoo, or some weed help me find that thing I need? Partner, can you touch me so fine to take us past that ‘yours and mine’? Wise herbalist can my body be cured and cool just by drinking tea? Can Veda charm the doshas - three, and balance that deep part of me? Will science awake our soul, on stars? Can we grow organic food on Mars? Dear hi-tech guy, can you program nanobots, to discover who I am? Can Yoga turn me to the now, in twist position or the plough? Dear Rishi can I find perhaps, more joy within these silent gaps? God, come have tea with us tonight, if you are there within that light. Do you exist, can we be sure? Does this come clear as we mature? If we forgot to learn to play can we simply re-learn today? Since ‘more at ease’ is how we feel, Nature, will you rush in to heal? Within a world of woe like this, can life’s essence still be bliss? Could this sickness be just a ploy to wake me, get me to enjoy? Will someone tell me some good news? I’ve got these Bytown healin’ blues. yeah, I think ... I’ve got those Bytown healin’ blues. Gerard Philip Morris is a local author and great grandson of Thomas Kealey, the first child, born the Bytown in 1820, Canada’ first environmentalist, very concerned about the Ottawa River. Gerard has taught Transcendental Meditation for 40 years and co-chairs the TM center with Mary Glasser at the City Centre. Gerard also give free help with writing, especially for seniors. (613 795 4108)

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A healing journey to a calmer state of mind...

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Marathon Driven

hen you’re over the age of 30, running marathons can bring many benefits that are often not the case when you’re younger. Whether you’re aware of the advantages or not, they do exist, and is exactly what I’m going to be going through in this article. 1. Healthy body and mind The first and often considered the most evident point is that when you run marathons, you become more physically and mentally healthy. As you become more qualified and experienced as a marathon runner, you’ll notice how much easier it is to run a marathon in comparison to when you just started. Your mind will be clear, and your body will be capable of doing things you never thought were possible! 2. More energy for important things When you’re over 30, you begin to cherish the more important things in life you never really appreciated. This includes your siblings, family, friends, spouse, and other significant others. When you have children, it can be draining to spend a lot of time with them. They can be high-maintenance and a handful at times, but that’s the joys of being a parent. 3. Meet awesome people If there’s one thing I love about marathon running, it’s all the awesome people I get to meet. From all ages, races, sexes, heights, personalities, it really allows you to open your mind, which helps you become a better person. Marathon running is a community event – everyone is there for one another, supporting each other from start to finish. 4. Rewarded with a medal at the end This may not seem like a big deal to many people, but to me, it is – for psychological reasons. Receiving a medal at the end of a long, exhausting marathon is a huge

moment, and one you should remember for the rest of your life. 5. Travelling experiences No matter where you live or what your background is, when you become enthusiastic about running marathons, it opens doors to many different travelling experiences. This gets you outside of your own country or state, and allows for you to experience the cultural differences of the location you’re travelling to. Conclusion If you’re over 30 running and training for marathons like never before, then I bow down to you, and congratulate you for bettering yourself and your life. It takes heroism to fight against the grain to change your life, and that needs to be acknowledged. Author Bio Curt Davies is a marathon enthusiast and has built his own website located at www.marathondriven.com. It’s stacked with information and other goodies regarding marathon running and training for those over the age of 30. If you want to find out more about Curt and what he writes about, you can freely open the link mentioned earlier.

Free Yourself: Become the Spark Into the Unknown

Join us for a unique and inspirational deep-dive style workshop series. This six month experience will support you in cultivating your true divine essence and learn how to live from a sense of connectedness and alignment in your everyday life. Starts Sunday, February 8th, 2015, 11:30 – 2:00 For details and registration please go to:

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Dig In - Cooking Without 14 of The Most Common Allergens Cookbook by A Littlestones Collaboration, Forward by Dr. Jennifer Armstrong BSC, MD, DIBEM, FAAEM Get the tools you need to make stunning and exceptionally appetizing allergen-free recipes for you and your family. Is it time for you to Dig in?

tree nut, fish, shellfish, egg, mustard and sulfite free. Each one-page recipe contains a picture of the final product, as well as detailed step-by-step instructions of how to complete it. I truly believe that we should never, ever feel like outsiders because of food allergies and sensitivities…I can’t help but believe that my cookbook will put an end to the isolation many of us end up feeling when gathering around the dining room table! NO kitchen is complete without Dig In - Cooking Without 14 of The Most Common Allergens! Check out my website to find out where to pick up your copy at: www.digincookbook.ca or join my new Facebook Community Page to stay up to date on new recipes and discover helpful tips and tricks at: www. facebook.com/groups/littlestones

ow that the holidays are over, it is time for many of us, who may have over indulged on allergen laden foods, to readjust and return to our familiar routines. For others, the New Year may represent a time for a healthy change, an opportunity to finally stop With blessings, gratitude and good vibes!!! consuming those foods filled with ingredients that only Maxine - A Littlestones Collaboration make us feel fatigued, anxious, depressed or may cause muscle aches, headaches, flatulence, irregular bowel movements, skin problems (eczema, psoriasis) and/or breathing issues (maybe even in some cases asthma). Of course, eliminating culprit foods is not an easy task. Unfortunately, given our society’s addiction to wheat, corn, soy, cattle-dairy, canesugar, etc., these culprit foods are often the ones that are easily accessible, and as a result, end up in our lunch box or our dinner plate. Furthermore, eating these foods makes us feel better is the VERY SHORT term, by satisfying an immediate craving fuelled by these additions, but long term, we end up feeling worst. It is also important to note that some individuals will go through a “withdrawal” period when moving towards a healthier, cleaner diet. These symptoms commonly occur upon awakening, in the late morning or in the late afternoon. But, no worries, they will lessen in time and the LONG TERM result will be well worth it! Eating a non-allergic, organic, nongenetically modified and varied diet is key to the recovery of every individual, as well as to the maintenance of good health. I also believe that eating foods that It’s not about Knowing, It’s about Discovering! taste awesome is a terrific way to increase one’s chances of staying on track with a new program as well as a tremendous way to discover new foods and flavors. In the cookbook that I developed Sharon Kavanagh Coach called Dig In – Cooking Without 14 Certified Life. Business. Youth of The Most Common Allergens, you will find a collection of recipes that WinTheDayCoaching.com are gluten, wheat, soy, corn, cattle- SharonKavanagh@sympatico.ca dairy, cane-sugar, sesame, peanut, 613.863.5091

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ome of us say we’ll quit smoking, as we take another draw of the cigarette. Others say we’ll cut back on eating between meals, wiping the crumbs from our jumper. The problem with New Years Resolutions is that they never actually get stuck to – this is purely on the basis that the majority of these Resolutions are made up in the heat of the moment and are fuelled entirely by emotion and inherent desire, not cognitive thought and reasoning. If you are sick of feeling guilty for getting to the first Wednesday of the new year before breaking your vow, this is a simply way to make sure that your resolutions resonate with you more than ever. Be SMART Have you ever heard of SMART before? It’s a management system that people use to stop themselves coming up with hot air ideas and wasting time and resources. It can easily be adapted to your personal life as well, however, so if you are looking for an effective way to transform yourself from a consistent resolutionbreaker to someone who sets goals that are actually going to impact and improve their lives, then keep on reading on. To make sure that you are following the SMART guidelines, make sure that your resolutions are; Specific They need to be something that you can genuinely remember and think about in an ideal variety of ways – some vague or nonsensical suggestion isn’t going to give you the help you need in making a change to your life. Make it specific and this means that you have no excuses if you don’t stick to the very rigid plan you made. Measurable What can you actually compare and measure your progress against? Unless you have some kind of barometer to work with, you’ll never know how you are progressing. Whether it’s cutting back on the fizzy drinks or doing more exercise, make sure that you create

a metric to actually measure your progress past – it’s the best way to stay motivated.

Attainable If you set yourself some outlandish goal like “Become a top CEO” when you don’t even own a company, you’ll get absolutely nowhere. Make sure that the goals you are setting are genuinely going to be within your grasp in the future. Out of reach goals will produce poor performances on your part, and goals that are too easy to get won’t challenge you enough. Relevant Simple and effective – the goal has to actually relate to your lifestyle and something that is about you. This might seem logical but people come up with the most obtuse resolutions, sometimes they make resolutions they don’t even need to make because what they intend to stop, they don’t even do! Don’t use some cop-out like “I’ll stop swearing” or “I’ll go to the football more” and instead come up with something that you can actually get behind! Time-bound Lastly, you need to have some kind of barometer of how long it’s going to take and roughly how the progress is going to be coming along. By developing a goal that has a finite time, you are more likely to stick to the idea of doing it and actually succeeding rather than leaving it until 2016! Want more tools and techniques to Generate New Possibilities To Consciously Create Success™ in 2015? Get the help you need to make your goals a reality by going to www.alainjeanbaptiste.com and joining our newsletter. Alain Jean-Baptiste is a Psychic Medium and Success Coach who lives in the Outaouais region. With over 20 years of experience in coaching Alain will help you condition your mind to prepare itself to achieve more success in finance, relationship, family and health. If you haven’t done it already join his Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram or Google+ and share the love!

January 2015

Quantum-Touch Therapy and How to Live High Level Wellness: Life Begins at “70”

negative thoughts actually affect the cells. When we are expressing joy, our cells expand and are lively and healthy. Each time we express negative thoughts, Aileen M. McKenna, Certified Quantum-Touch Therapy negative language, our cells contract and are less able to take in nourishment. As we begin to change our Practitioner/Instructor, Empathic Life Coach ’ve been writing about how energy healing and thinking, our lives will change, and the evidence is intention together with the self-empathy and other becoming more and more clear about these issues. I have evidence in my own life that empathy technology can totally our life expectancy is not governed change our life’s direction, so that by the calendar. I am experiencing rather than taking that journey to levels of wellbeing in emotional, aging and debility, we can turn it physical and spiritual energy that around and begin what I call the would be more commonly witnessed process of de-aging. I’ve experienced in my peers 20 years younger. Early this in my own body as well as that of on, I learned that my wellness was my clients. Now I’m wanting to take In Ottawa area serving Ontario & in my hands, and as I proceeded to it a few steps further, and with some Western Quebec learn hands-on healing methods, research, have found that others and to have these tools used on have witnessed similar phenomena AILEEN MCKENNA me, and to perfect the model that I with the use of intention and the Certified Quantum-Touch® Practitioner wanted to use working with clients body’s own ability to overcome all Certified Quantum-Touch® Instructor together with coaching skills from the negative messaging about what Associate Polarity Practitioner the NVC model and self-empathy, the age as stated on our calendars Certified Aromatherapist I’ve healed old physical and and birth certificates really means, emotional wounds from the earliest and we can live powerful and active AILEEN’S OASIS days of my childhood. I’ve learned lives for much longer than we had 613-228-2272 and perfected these skills that ever previously considered. 613-795-3751 provide my clients with assistance aileen@aileensoasis.com I found research done by Ellen in moving from their original issues www.aileensoasis.com Langer, research she had done with in their visits to me, to rediscovering www.quantumtouch.com elders, and in this case I believe previously forgotten dreams, that it was a group of men, who were they can now revisit from their current situation, and chosen (perhaps they self-identified) to live outside with tools to set intentions, and to overcome fears that their residence for a week and they were given a have prevented them from moving into the highly holiday at a resort where everything around the resort successful places in their lives that they had previously was turned back to the 1970’s. The cars in the parking wanted, and this time without the doubts they would lots, the clothing, hairstyles, the music and the artwork have experienced. was all from the era when these men were in their 20’s Life is good and can be even better, when we can and 30’s. Within a very short time span, they began process and heal those old issues that have been to show signs of de-aging. They began to walk with inhibiting our lives for years. In just a few short weeks, more vigor and the indicators of arthritic joints began to physical and emotional pain can disappear, and within disappear. They actually looked different, they moved a few months we can find a level of satisfaction in life with more ease, their skin changed, their hair began that far surpasses even our wildest dreams. to gain the texture and colour from the past, and they Albert Einstein once said, which is that “the solution could speak with more clarity and energy than they to a problem cannot be solved at the level of the problem”. had demonstrated for some years. She refers to the

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phenomena by which we carry on as expected without thought to be ‘mindlessness’. She encourages us to be mindful in our thoughts and behaviours so as not to simply fall into the trap of getting old by default, so to speak. We fall into the trap of considering that what we are told in the popular media, and by our peers is the incontrovertible truth. That is, when we meet each new year, various parts of our body will cease functioning as they once did. We have evidence, particularly in the work of Langer, and Bruce Lipton that the messages we have been believing are simply not necessarily true. Bruce Lipton tells us about how

Aileen M. McKenna is a Certified QT Instructor and Practitioner, certified as the first Canadian instructor in June 2004. She has taught classes to 1,000s of students across Canada, in the Caribbean and Scotland and sees 100s of clients annually in her private clinic in Ottawa. Aileen has been offering energy healing in the Ottawa area for more than 20 years, initially with Polarity therapy and Cranio-Sacral prior to learning Quantum-Touch® therapy. You can reach her at 613-228-2272, or by e-mail at aileen.mckenna66@gmail.com or you can check out her website at www.aileensoasis.com, her blogsite at www.wellnessunlimited.ca and the QuantumTouch website at www.quantumtouch.com

January 2015

Spiritual Vortex Therapy

How this simple yet powerful therapy has changed energy healing for me. by Peggy Lehmann

n the summer of 2008, when my friend and healing mentor Glen Vance called to tell me about an amazing new therapy he channelled, I was at a point in my journey as a healer where a new direction was needed. I had never heard Glen so excited in all the years I had known him, which made his offer of a sample Spiritual Vortex Therapy treatment even more interesting. On the day of my session, he told me more about his insights over the previous year and a half, and how he received guidance from his unseen mentors, gradually integrating aspects of this therapy with the treatments he was already using. The positive feedback from clients and some amazing healing results were very encouraging. My first impression as I lay on the table that day was of strong waves of energy in motion, along with the normal heat, cold, and tingling often associated with energy treatments. Also, there was a depth and power to this healing modality that I had never experienced before. The usual post treatment sensations of lightness and deep relaxation were much more pronounced after my Spiritual Vortex Therapy session. I was intrigued. Once Glen had a format in place it was time for him to teach others. The first Spiritual Vortex Therapy classes of Level 1-Basic were held in the fall of 2008. I knew after my first class that I would eventually continue on to achieve Level 2-Advanced and Level 3-Master/ Instructor. Integrating this therapy into my clients’ healing sessions was easy, and like Glen, I was receiving positive feedback and seeing great results. SVT has since been my therapy of choice, but I do still incorporate techniques from previous energy classes taken during fifteen years of healing practise.

Energy treatments work on the chakras, or energy centres of the body to create balance. This allows the body to function optimally, keeping us strong and healthy. Spiritual Vortex Therapy also does this in its own unique style. A typical treatment will last from 45 to 90 minutes, depending on individual needs. The first part of the treatment involves the setting of the vortex to initiate a release of stagnant energies in the energy field, including old thought patterns and stored emotion. The next step clears the space between the chakras. Stagnant energies there can actually “feel” sluggish to the practitioner. Once the release is complete, the vortex is then reset to input positive energy and healing intentions. At completion the energy is grounded. As a practitioner of SVT, I appreciate the simplicity of the process. Students of this therapy also notice during classes that they are able to focus more on the subtle energetic impressions rather than specifics of technique. Each spring and fall, Glen, myself and other SVT instructors taught this therapy. Sadly, in 2012 Glen informed us that he was ill, and he passed away October 23, 2013, after ensuring that Spiritual Vortex Therapy would continue. To learn more about spring 2015 classes or to register, visit my blog www.souljourneysblog.blogspot.com for details.

NEW FOR SPRING 2015!

Spiritual Vortex Therapy may be coming soon to a city near you! Due to requests for SVT classes outside of Ottawa, I am now offering the new SVT Weekend Intensive. This class combines all three levels and is taught over a Saturday and Sunday. Check my blog regularly for class location updates!

Peggy Lehmann is a writer, SVT Master/Instructor, and medium. Her first book will be published in fall 2015.

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Laura’s Numerology News for January 2015 Add the day of your birth to the month of your birth. Then you will add the number 9 to your number. NOTE – If your final number adds up to double digits, add the numbers together again, and again, if you have to, until you get a single number. If you still have trouble, email me at lbaird@istar.ca

6. Are you moving from your home or office this month? Are there some really big changes on the home front? Your life is in flux for the whole year, but these changes are in the area of “domestic things” in Jan. You need loose hips and a hard hat to get through this year. 7. It is time to get ready for a very, very busy year. You must refuel and focus on yourself, first, though. You will need mega energy to be present for everyone else for the balance of the year, so plug in and charge up your battery, now. 8. The perfect use of this year is to take a yearlong sabbatical and sit on a mountain and Zen out. I know that this is tough to do but you must try to factor in as much “ME” time as possible. Don’t do this and the universe will slap you in the back of the head and make you. This is a great year for self improvement and education. 9. This is a major excavation month to clean away the unfinished projects and chores that you do not want to take with you into the balance of 2015. Get rid of habits, attitudes, medical issues, people and anything else that is clogging your life. It is full steam ahead in Feb., so get busy, now.

1. Are ready to be brave and take a leap of faith this year? New opportunities are knocking on your door. A short term contact or job that will transform later may come your way. Go for it especially if there is a learning curve attached to it. 2. Bait your hook and get it in the water, now as there could be a new love interest or business partner in your waters. The year will start out slow, but be patient as it will pick up soon. Think diplomacy and compromise all year. Pushiness will push back. Laura Young is an intuitive numerologist and core belief 3. There will be a scattered energy around you this year modification coach. She is located in Ottawa, but can and it will be tough to keep your head together and conduct phone or skype consultations anywhere. For remain focused. First of all, finish the commitments personal consultations please email: lbaird@istar.ca from last year, then weed out the junk, and only then, or call 613-725-7232. take on more. Take time for creativity, too. 4. Give your accountant a shout to set you up with a ~ FREE OFFER ~ spending plan for the year. Left alone you might SEND ME AN EMAIL WITH BIRTHDAY blow your entire wad on mindless pursuits. Make a AND I WILL SEND YOUR YEARLY decision to save your money now, so you can take a NUMEROLOGY FORECAST FOR 2015 good chunk of the summer off. You need to do some emotional healing this year, too. 5. I hope that you factored in a bit fun, last year? The fun stops here and now, my friend. This is a hardcore rebuilding year, on all fronts. What need fixing in your life? Make friends with work and lots of it in 2015. You will accomplish much if you get serious early.

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Sri Chinmoy Answers Question: How can we find true meaning and fulfillment in our lives?

SRI CHINMOY: Let us try to know ourselves. Let us try to observe what we truly are. Often in our day-today existence, we feel that we have nowhere to go, nothing to achieve and nothing to give. But what we truly are is totally different from what we feel. We are all God’s children. At each moment, God is pouring into us something divine and something truthful. He expects much from us, but nothing beyond our capacity. He knows what we can consciously offer to Him. We may feel that we are weak, unimportant and useless. But in God’s eyes, we are divine, we are fruitful, we are infinite. We are making a most deplorable mistake when we feel that there is nothing beyond the physical or, at the same time, nothing in the physical. To discover our true Self, either we have to go deep inside the body into the inmost recesses of our heart, or we have to go beyond the body, beyond the physical sheath, beyond the physical consciousness. Mere preaching will not do; book study will not do. If we go beyond our body,

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January 2015

Christmas Gifts and Consumerist Madness Ian Prattis

he Christmas Festive season has passed, following Thanksgiving and Black Friday. All three occasions provide opportunities for the best and the worst within us to come out and play. It is mostly the worst that emerges – greed, selfishness, consumer madness. With the festive season now waning full blast, let us all begin a reassessment that we can do. It is time to move on from being so self-absorbed and distracted. Let us find the opportunities to locate ourselves in something bigger – a cause, respecting the earth, making our thinking better, being kinder and more generous. How about examining our habit energies around gift giving and learn to give gifts that really make a difference? Why not begin by participating less in the expected excess of mindless consumerism of Christmas buying? I have taken that small step and no longer buy Christmas gifts. Instead, I present donations and gift certificates in the name of family, grand-children and friends to provide education for a girl in Afghanistan, rebuild forests in Haiti, provide literacy packs and mosquito nets where most needed, support Habitat for Humanity building houses for the destitute and so on. Our gifts then become bigger than our self-absorbed egos and can lead to creating happiness for less fortunate people. My grand-children proudly take their Christmas certificates to school for Show-and-Tell periods. They are very articulate as they play it forward with their class mates and teachers. This then leads to the greatest gift we can give to ourselves and others at this time of global crises. If you do not realize the crises staring us in the face – Climate Change, anarchy, rise of fascism etc – please wake up! The gift to search for at Christmas is Freedom and it involves stepping firmly onto the Bodhisattva path made clear by the Buddha and other great teachers. It is time for the Bodhisattva to enter the 21st century as a paradigm and archetype for individual and collective action. This enables us to be rooted in our own sovereignty and deeply transform ourselves and our civilization. We nurture this paradigm by cultivating two aspects that presently lie dormant within us. The first aspect is Interbeing – knowing that we interconnect with everything – the earth, oceans, forests and mountains, all species and most of all – with all people. Interbeing creates harmony and unity and destroys the ego. The second aspect is Non-discrimination, which carries the energy of compassion, and this combination threatens selfishness. Taken together - these buried aspects, once they manifest from within us, open pathways and bridges to build a better world.

Pine Gate Mindfulness Community Nucleus of Friends for Peace Canada Teachings every Thursday 7.00pm - 9.00pm Pine Gate Meditation Hall 1252 Rideout Cr, Ottawa, ON K2C 2X7 Contacts: iprattis@bell.net carolyn.hill@bell.net • 613 726 0881 http://www.ianprattis.com/PineGate/ How do we do this? We cultivate the energies of transformation – Mindfulness, Concentration and Insight. Always – at every opportunity we bring Interbeing and NonDiscrimination to the forefront of our daily lives. In this way we shape the future of the 21st century as we begin to live differently – here and now. We are not intimidated by present crises. We are certainly shocked and hurt by such circumstances but are in fact much stronger than we think. “Enter the Bodhisattva” is the guiding paradigm for our lives. I allude to Bruce Lee’s classic – Enter the Dragon – which brings the fierceness of the warrior to the fore and the determination of a saint to overcome tragedy and set a new course. It takes practice, skillfulness and creative vision – but we are equal to the task. Nelson Mandela thought so. His 1994 inaugural speech laid out the territory clearly when he opened with: “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our Light, not our Darkness, that most frightens us…. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” Ian is the resident teacher at Pine Gate and founder of Friends for Peace. He has taught all over the world but now stays local to move things just a little bit in his home city.

January 2015

Couple-Hood 101 By Janet Christie-Seely, MD, FCFP

COUPLES’ WORKSHOP: RE-IGNITE AND RE-VITALIZE

YOUR RELATIONSHIP! am a Family Physician, Psychotherapist and Family An opportunity for positive change Workshop Leaders: Therapist. I find working with couples Saturday February 7, 2015, 9:00 – 6:00p.m. Janet Christie-Seely, MD, FCFP fascinating!. . I trained several years Tom O. Wright with Virginia Satir, the originator of Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Ottawa Family Therapy, an enlightened lady For inquiries please call: Debra Lavigne & Mike Dorion way ahead of her time. She often said, (613) 823-‐0366 Kathleen & Guy Séguin “The problem is not the problem, the www.satirottawa.ca coping is”—and the coping is how we respond to the feelings generated by a problem, closely tied in with our selfUNBRIDLED SELF-EXPRESSION to Gottman’s4 esteem or feelings about ourselves. “Four Horsemen!” A wonderful article describes this research: Couples invariably get into patterns that repeat h t t p : / / w w w. b u s i n e s s i n s i d e r. c o m / l a s t i n g their old copings learned during childhood. One relationships-rely-on-2-traits-2014-11 The way couples can improve communication is to learn Gottmans observed that couples make bids for to be congruent1 -- to cope differently. Congruence is attention from each other throughout the day. A respectful, considerate and honest. Non-verbal signals partner’s positive response to these is what builds match verbal content. If you’re angry you may look and a climate of trust and intimacy whereas the Four sound angry, but you should not blame and/or accuse. Horsemen build a climate of fight or flight -- not Instead, you should try to understand the other’s good for marital, mental or physical health. So position. That’s congruent communication. being kind to one’s spouse is the key. Every communication has three components: • Self—one’s own thoughts, feelings and opinions, 2. I hate to tell you but it’s very likely you married • the Other’s thoughts, feeling and opinions, and one or both of your parents, and repeat their • the Context or the situation. patterns of behaviour or relationships5. We choose When feeling safe and confident (high self-esteem), our partners with exquisite skill, as having enough of the positive traits of our parents to keep us it’s easy to be congruent AND it adds to the selfturned on and hopeful, and enough of the negative esteem of both parties. When you feel insecure or that our partners re-wound us in the same way our defensive, you move to one of four non-congruent parents did. Our unconscious motivation is to heal stances: Blaming (ignoring the Other, defending inner and grow. helplessness), Placating (ignoring Self, saying yes when you mean no, suppressing anger), Super-Reasonable or I run The Satir Learning Centre of Ottawa and have Computer (ignoring Self and Other – “Don’t bother me led several workshops for couples. The Centre (www. with this emotional stuff, what are the facts?” –hiding satirottawa.ca) has fun workshops that guide you fear of feelings), or Distracting or Irrelevant (ignores through this, whatever stage or type of relationship everything! – changes the subject, jokes, hiding inner you’re in. The next is at 101 Centrepointe Drive. on despair). These stances helped you survive childhood. February 7th, just in time for Valentine’s Day! To However in adulthood, they not only promote low self- register: call ??? at ??? before January ?? , 2014. esteem, they increase it! Underneath you may feel either like a jerk, a pathetic victim, a cold fish or a clown! (Endnotes) There’s interesting research on couples that you 1 Virginia Satir, The New Peoplemaking, Science and Behavior Books, 1988 should know!

1. Some marital bad habits – predicted with 98 percent accuracy that the marriage will not last 5 years (John Gottman2)- are CRITICISM, CONTEMPT, DEFENSIVENESS, and STONEWALLING (the silent treatment) or the “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, ”.Gottman also found that couples that make five positive statements for every negative one during a fight, and who make effective repair attempts after a fight have stable marriages. Terrence Real3 adds other critical bad apocalyptic habits: BEING RIGHT, CONTROL and

2 John Gottman, The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, Crown Publishing Group, 2000 3 Terrence Real, The New Rules for Marriage, Random House Canada, Inc, 2007 4 Science Says Lasting Relationships Come Down to 2 Basic Traits, Emily EsfahaninSmith, The Atlantic, Nov 9, 2014

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5 Harville Hendrix, Getting the Love you Want, 20th Anniversary Edition: A Guide to Couples. St. Martin’s Press, 2010

January 2015

Struggle is Optional

By Daniel Roy CD, BA, MA, CFP, EPC, CIM, FCSI, CIWM, CRC

hy do we struggle? Or is the better question “Why do we have to struggle?” January and February are probably the most difficult months of the year for us who live in the northern hemisphere. The long, cold winters tend to wear us down to the point that by March, we need to escape to a sunny destination in order to regain our sanity. If you love the cold, then this is not an issue. But what about the other aspects of your life that are affecting your ability to function properly? What are the things, situations or people who are causing you grief and preventing you from living your life to the fullest? In my experience, one of the principle issues causing people to struggle is their lack of clarity on the things that they want in life. For example, they don’t have enough money yet they go crazy during the Christmas season, load up their credit cards and then spend the next 12 months struggling at paying these off. They don’t have enough money at the end of the month yet they will spend $100 or more a week on buying lunches and coffees instead of bringing these to work with them. For others, they are in abusive relationships yet keep attracting these kinds of people into their lives knowing full well of the harmful consequences of doing so. The lack of clarity in what they want out of life will cause people to habitually repeat the same actions until they become immobilized. Every expert who talks about personal development will always spend time explaining the importance of having crystal clear goals if we want to move forward with our lives. We need goals to drive us forward. The bigger the goal, the more action we will take to achieve that goal which will impact our desired outcome in a positive way. Without these goals, we become people who are simply existing and not truly living our lives to our full potential. Invariably, we become people who are being guided along based on what others expect out of us. We have unknowingly surrendered to their vision of the world, not ours The only way out of this crazy situation is for you to take control of your life. Take the time to analyse what are the causes of your discontent. Be honest with yourself and don’t run away from the truth. Stay in that moment and feel the discomfort. I have my clients do what I call the Congruency Test which asks them to make a list of how they want to live their lives and then they write down how they are currently doing so. There must be a match between what your ideal life looks like (the dream) and how you are living it today (the reality). If there is not, then there will invariably be some element of struggle in your life. There must be a match between your dream and your reality for you to live a Congruent Life. Your task is to get these things back into alignment.

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We were not brought onto this planet to live a life of pain and suffering. For some, this will be their reality. Yet for others who live in a society where they do have free will over their fate, the choice to live the life that they have dreamed of is 100% achievable. You simply need to create that vision and make it an over-riding desire in your life. The more burning that desire, the more pressing or urgent that dream becomes, then the greater the chance that you will achieve that goal. It’s up to you to decide how badly you want that dream to become your new reality. Struggle is optional. Daniel Roy is the principal instructor of the Ottawa-based Praxis Wealth Institute. He is a Certified Financial Planner as well as a Certified Retirement Coach and public speaker. He conducts workshops and courses on the subject of wealth management as well as designing meaningful and rewarding retirements. daniel@praxiswealthinstitute.ca www.praxiswealthinstitute.ca www.yourretirementcoach.ca

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Yoga Fundamentals By Rupa Manjari Devi Dasi

odern Yoga is often regarded as posture exercise. We should also realize that traditional Yoga is a process of cultivating our body, mind and spirit to understand and experience our inner spiritual nature, and let our Self resonate with the Divine. Yoga is not a religion, but a spiritual practice and a science of Self-realization. It was developed more than 5,000 years ago in the land of Bhārata (India). The word Yoga means “yoke, to unite, to link, to connect, integrate with”. There are three layers to understanding Yoga:  “to yoke”, means to control the senses  “union”, concentrate on the Divine so our own Self links to the Divine  “to be yoked”, to integrate with the Divine and allow Supreme consciousness to guide our activities

Yoga is practiced so skills and techniques can be mastered for well-being and happiness. Everyone follows the path that is toward this goal, but there are different degrees of progress on the path. Among Yoga’s many classical source texts, the most known and authoritative are Bhagavad-gītā and Yoga Sūtras. Both explain the nature of consciousness and obstacles to higher awareness and fulfillment, as well as a variety of methods for attaining those goals. Bhagavad-gītā emphasizes surrender; Yoga Sūtras stresses control. Bhagavad-gītā was compiled by Ved Vyasa, around 500-200 BCE. It presents the philosophy of Karma Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Dhyāna Yoga and Bhakti Yoga, teaching how to live spiritually while continuing to perform personal duties. Karma Yoga is Self-realization through conscious action. Jñāna Yoga teaches us how to acquire and study spiritual knowledge, to understand Self, our own identity; Sāṅkhya Yoga is a medium towards higher consciousness; Bhakti Yoga lead us to obtain Absolute Truth, fostering love of the Divine. Yoga Sūtras was compiled by Patañjali around 400 CE. The “eight limb yoga” (Ashtanga Yoga) that is explained in Yoga Sūtras is the foundation for the Yoga we are practicing today. Through the practice of moral injunctions, fixed observances, postures, regulation of breath (yama, niyama, āsana, prāṇāyāma), body and energy are purified and controlled; through meditation (prāṇāyāma, pratyāhāra, dhāraṇā, dhyāna, samādhi), our mind is able to concentrate. Of course, for most people, posture (āsana) is the best way to start, known as Hatha Yoga. “Ha” means sun and “ṭha” means moon. Hatha Yoga is a form of Yoga which uses āsanas and prāṇāyāma and other techniques to bring opposing qualities into harmony, so we know how to control body and energy. Āsana originally means sitting down, to sit down; now it is known as postures.

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Rupa Manjari Devi Dasi Director Yoga Instructor Meditation Mentor Spiritual Guide www.wishingtreeyoga.ca 613-271-8998 The aim of āsana practice is to improve body flexibility and strength, balance and vitality, so we have the ability to be in a seated meditation for extended periods. Prāṇa means life force, vital energy, Ayāma means extend, lengthen. Prāṇāyāma originally means to extend the life force, now known as regulation of breath. “Haṭha” also means violence or force, as āsana and prāṇāyāma require a lot of physical effort. Hatha yoga focuses on purification of the body as a path that leads to purification of the mind. When body, mind and energy are in balance, pure consciousness will be awakened, and one is able to resonate with the Divine which is always blissful and fresh. The practice is rooted in our body. Always keep in mind that Yoga practice is not just posture exercise, it has its profound philosophy. Body posture exercise is limited, but Self-realization has no limits. Yoga practice is a life long process. When we do Yoga with the fundamental principles, we are doing Yoga. Welcome to join Rupa Manjari Devi Dasi’s meditation and Yoga classes at Wishingtree Yoga Centre. Rupa has been practicing Yoga and meditation since 1996 in China. Her Chinese background and training gives her a natural understanding of this ancient eastern wisdom. Her living, studying and teaching in Canada has provided her the opportunity to develop the practice in a modern western way. It’s about SELF. For more information visit www.wishingtreeyoga.ca

January 2015

Blaise T. Ryan’s 14 Rules for Good Health (Part 2)

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Simple and practical rules to boost vitality and keep you one step ahead of stress and illness. By Blaise T. Ryan, R.TCMP, R.Acu | www.blaiseryan.com

hese rules are meant to be simple. Truth and common sense are always simple. Not necessarily easy, but simple nonetheless, because health and balance should not be complicated. In the last issue I introduced the first three rules I use to guide my patients, and myself, to maintaining health and vitality. You can see all 14 of these rules on my website at www.blaiseryan.com/ blog. Now let’s look at the next common sense rules to staying in top form. Rule # 4: Keep your spine and muscles limber. Tension in your muscles will reduce the circulation of blood, lymph and neural signals in your body. In Chinese language, we can say that tension blocks the flow of “Qi” - the energy that vitalizes and enlivens your whole being. Tension and stiffness also cause joints to compress, which can lead to arthritis and chronic pain. The spine is called the “central axis” in Chinese medicine and Tai Chi. The connection between your brain and the rest of your body and organs is linked through the spine and the spinal cord and nerves. Additionally, the spine acts like a supporting column for head, neck, shoulders, chest and abdomen. If the spine is stiff, all the organs suffer. If the muscles are tight, circulation is cut off, and your health will degenerate. Do Tai Chi, Qigong or yoga to stay limber. Get regular acupuncture and massages. Learn to relax and unwind. Don’t let tight muscles or a stiff spine go untreated. Rule #5: Balance stress with rest. We can’t avoid stress altogether. In fact some stress is good for us. This “good stress” is the pressure we feel when we push ourselves to meet our goals. This “good stress” is our own refusal to submit to inertia, but instead grow beyond our limits. Some evenings we may not feel like going to our Qigong class, so we may feel some “good stress” as our desire for self-improvement pushes against our crusty apathetic comfort zone. The difference between “good stress” and “bad stress” can be measured by the result. The result of good stress leaves us feeling empowered. We might be exhausted, but we feel fulfilled. Bad stress leaves us tense, frazzled, uneasy, maybe even anxious. The effects of “bad stress” leave us requiring more healing. Good stress can be balanced with simple rest. You need to get enough rest to proportionately replenish yourself from the effects of stress. If not, even

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good stress will leave you depleted after a while and it will inevitably become “bad stress” after a while. Rule #6: Laugh out loud and visit with friends often. “True friendship multiplies the good in life and divides its evils. Strive to have friends, for life without friends is like life on a desert island… to find one real friend in a lifetime is good fortune; to keep him is a blessing.” – Author unknown Our need for social connection and belonging is one of the most crucial needs we have. Researchers have concluded that those who maintain active social lives live longer, get sick less, and are generally happier. Even the recovery from illness and surgery has proven to be faster when someone is actively socially engaged. Laughter truly is the best medicine. Do not suppress or hold back your laughter. As I always say, the angels dance whenever sincere laugher choruses in the air. These 14 Rules will continue in next month’s issue of Tone Magazine or you can go to my website at www.blaiseryan.com/blog/ to read the rest of these 14 Rules for Good Health now. Blaise T. Ryan is a Registered Acupuncturist and Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner with over 10 years of clinical experience. He offers Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Qigong and Food Healing for treatment of all kinds of health issues. He accepts new clients at his Westboro location at the Village Clinic. Insurance receipts are provided. You can book an appointment with him online at www.blaiseryan.com or by calling 613-702-5377.

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SELF-DISCOVERY LESSONS Guidance from Spirit Channelled by Lisa Virtue

Lesson 3 The lesson that starts off this new year is about learning to express who you truly are. You are a divine being of light, certainly. However you are here as a human being with this beautiful essence as a soul and the challenge is to allow that true you to flow through and outward into expression, into the world. So in the other lessons you have become grounded and familiar with your physicality. You have become more connected to your inner truth. And now it is about combining all of these and learning to release your spirit into humanity’s presence. You can express in so many ways. What we ask here is for you to attempt and practice allowing that inner voice to be expressed - not to be held down or stifled. Put aside your fears of judgments, of what others may think about who you truly are - expressing. What you can fall back on for yourself in this regard, is that what others truly are looking for is your authenticity. Each person truly at some level wishes they could simply express exactly who they are and not be judged. So now you lead by example, letting out that which you feel within, of who you are. Let it be seen. Be proud, be happy that you can express your unique take on the world. As you express, you must coat it in love. This means you are coming from that inner realm, that inner place of truth, where you are loving yourself. So as a natural byproduct, how you express is most likely to be in a positive manner. But if you are feeling that you wish to express emotions that have a harsh edge to them, we ask that you take pause, tune in to your truth, and find expression that is respectful of others, that is coated in love and compassion. Bring that understanding that everyone has their own challenges and only

knows what they know, and only can do and be how they are. So the self-discovery here is discovering how you can express that inner voice, that inner truth, that which feels aligned to you, in a way that feels good not only to yourself, but is not harsh on others. This does not mean that you have to agree with others or share space with them or allow them to be negative towards you. It is a practice in expressing from a state of love, from a state of compassion and understanding. So do what you must to keep yourself in a safe space. But try setting yourself free. Try new ways of expressing. Play with your spirit and your inner voice and allow it more freedom, more expression. Allow the vulnerability that comes with this. Yet feel how aligned it is. Feel how good it feels when you do express from your true self. Now Dear Ones, go, be your authentic self. Love who you are and the world will reflect that to you. You will begin attracting like energies. Have fun Dear Ones. With love we are with you, guiding you and helping you in your every day. Your blessed helpers, Spirit Lisa Virtue is a Channel, Energy Healer and Teacher. Give your resolutions a real chance at succeeding by having Lisa heal the root source of the issues at hand. Divine guidance comes through in channelling sessions. Get past those blocks or doubts with a private one-onone, or gather some friends for a group session. House and property clearings, as well as pet healings, and distance sessions are available. 613-296-4271 • Lisa@LisaVirtue.com • www.LisaVirtue.com

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