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1st Edition
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Massage and Body Image Find out how massage can improve the body image you have of yourself and learn some simple steps to love the body you are in. Full story P03
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Table of contents P03 – Massage and Body Image P04- Bowen and Yoga Therapy P06 – Detox and New Year’s Resolution P07 – Sound Works P08 – Reiki; Universal Energy P09 – Crystal’s; Iron Pyrite P11 – Calendar; Events, Markets and courses Welcome to our first edition of Infinite Wellness Magazine, we hope you enjoy the articles. We have had a fun time putting the work into this edition. It has been a big learning experience for me. The Magazine will grow and we will continue to learn from here. I am looking forward to a new year with many new adventures so I hope you will join us on our journey into 2012. Merry Christmas and a happy new year for 2012. Namaste x
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How Massage can help improve your Body Image The majority of people hold a lot of self loathing of themselves, why? We are constantly bombarded of what is to look perfect by external sources, media, magazines, movies, friends, family members and well let’s face it even Barbie – she is a little out of proportion. Our body image involves our perception, imagination, emotions and physical sensations of and about our body. When we stand in the mirror we forget to appreciate our beautiful vibrant bodily features instead we look in the mirror and disapprove of ourselves. In Margo Mains Book “body wars” she teaches women to reclaim their bodies and offers ways to help women love their bodies. Here are some examples: 1) Affirm that your body is perfect just the way it is 2) Think of your body as a tool. Create an inventory of the all the things you can do with it 3) Walk with your head high with pride and confidence in yourself as a person, not a size. 4) Create a list of people you admire who have contributed to your life, your community, or the world. Was their appearance important to their success or accomplishments? 5) Don’t let your size keep you from doing things you enjoy Research has been done and found that massage can greatly improve your feelings about your body. This is done by encouraging the body through rehabilitation, restoration and normalization of anatomic and physiologic function and ability. Massage has a strong physiologic effect through the comfort and positive touch and a physical influence on a mental state. Massage has a strong link to improving mental health in general and body image in particular. Over the past ten years researches have managed to collect data to prove that regular massage can make a significant difference to how you feel. Some of the following research is: Female university students taking part in a controlled research relating to the effects of massage on body image reported feeling better about themselves and the bodies after receiving a massage. The control group (who did not receive a massage) showed no change in attitude. – Bridgewater State University U8H 2011 Post Menopausal women taking part in a research that examined the effects of massage on body image, waist circumference and abdominal fat. The women were split into 2 groups. One group receiving the aromatherapy massage and then using the same oils for self massage twice a day, showed significant changes across body image, waist circumference and abdominal fat. The other group having just one massage a week also indicated feeling better about themselves. – Wonkwang Health Science College, Korea 2007
Befriend you body combat negative body image because it can lead to depression, shyness and social anxiety and self consciousness in intimate relationships. To improve your body image incorporates Massage into your maintenance plan. Bring that feel good feeling to your body by having regular massages. Your health and body will thank you for it. Try out self massage and focus on a problem areas, positive attention will help change the way you feel about your problem areas. Teach children about positive body image, massage your infant, toddler, child or teenager (or teach your teenager self massage) it’s up to you to ensure the next generation won’t develop similar hang ups about their bodies. Karen Robertson |www.bodyworkjunki.com
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Detox and your new year’s resolution With all the social events for Christmas and new years it is an ideal time to detoxify the body, clear out the system and prepare your body for all those New Year resolutions. Toxic exposure is unavoidable in our modern world, every day we are exposed to more artificial and processed foods than our grandma’s. The body has a complex system that can eliminate all the toxins, sometimes the system can be overwhelmed (especially this time of year) Detoxification allows the toxins to clear easily through the complex mechanisms in our system. The process of detoxification is easy but it is very important that it is undertaken in the right manner. A range of herbs that prepare you system by cleansing, then cleanse the system and remove waste from the digestive system. Revitalize the system with good bacterial, then support the system so that it can release toxins at maximum efficiency. This should cover the digestive system, liver and kidneys To detox take an overall approach and consider your environment also. You could become very sick as your body goes through a ‘healing crisis’ reaction. You can minimize the amount of toxins entering your body and reduce the overall effect they have on your wellbeing by looking closely at your products that you use in and around your home or office. Diet needs to be preferably fresh organic, seasonal fruit and vegetable, emphasis on fresh as much as possible. Did you know that the best soy milk is made from the whole soy bean not the isolates? Check the label or research on the web as what the company use. These are better milk choices for your body You can minimize the amount of toxins entering your body and reduce the overall effect they have on your wellbeing by looking closely at your lifestyle and environment
Karen Robertson | www.bodyworkjunki.com
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Sound Works! – How an ancient modality can change your life By Lyz Cooper This ancient modality is rapidly becoming the most talked about, dynamic and effective therapy out there. Sound therapy is now being remembered and the results are outstanding! More and more people are choosing sound therapy when helping to improve their health and wellbeing, as well as for general maintenance. Whether it is a monthly ‘tune up’, a weekly soundbath or a more intensive programme, this wonderful modality has something for everyone. We know that on a fundamental level everything is energy and that our intention can shape this energy. Candice Pert and Bruce Lipton have written about how our thoughts change our biology and chemistry and quantum physicists have shown us that our intention can literally change our reality. But where does sound come in? We have scientific evidence to support that the fabric of the universe is energy resonating at a frequency, which creates a sound. We therefore are ‘sound beings’. It therefore makes perfect sense that sound frequencies are assimilated by the body, mind and energy system really easily and effectively. Skilful use of therapeutic sound helps entrain brainwave frequencies, allowing the chemistry of the body to rebalance and for cellular regeneration to occur. Different sounds are also used to stimulate or decrease pranic (energy) flow and musical intervals have also been shown to change the energy and atmosphere. What is involved? To receive all the client has to do is lay on a treatment table and relax. A good sound practitioner will have already taken a full case history and a British Academy of Sound Therapy qualified practitioner will also perform a diagnostic scan of the energy system. This is done by running sound over the body which changes as it comes into contact with fluctuations in the energy field. Rather like an ultrasound scan of a baby in utero, this gives the practitioner a picture of where the imbalances are in the system. The practitioner then chooses the most appropriate sounds to help bring the system into homeostasis – the optimum way of being. This is done by gently bathing the body in the soothing warm rich tones of the Himalayan (Tibetan) singing bowls, moving seamlessly to the voice with vowel sounds and harmonic overtone singing (the toning of more than one note at once) which is tailored to the clients individual needs. The cool and expansive song of the crystal bowls then comes through the voice, holding the client in the most beautiful safe space as the crystal sound ebbs and flows around them. After 30 – 40 minutes of this wonderful journey the sound is punctuated by the heavenly tinkles of little chime balls which signal the start of the grounding section which slowly builds to a crescendo, bringing the client back to the ‘here and now’. Try it for yourself - Sonic Vitamins When you are feeling depleted and low in energy try some ‘sonic caffeine’. Spend time toning the vowel sound ‘eee’ in a fairly high pitch (not so high that you strain your voice though). High pitches stimulate the energy system, whereas low pitches relax the system. After several minutes stop and feel the buzz! If you are feeling frazzled at the end of a long day why not try some sonic ‘hot chocolate’? Spend several minutes toning an ‘ahh’ in a middle to low pitch. This sonic cuddle is the ultimate unwind! Is sound for you? Once you have started on your sound journey you will find that a wonderful world opens up to you. I speak from my heart as I write this. 1n 1994 I was forced to leave a stressful job in advertising through ill health. Up to that point I had also practiced massage, beauty therapy and Reiki as a part-time business. Over the space of a few short weeks I was bed-ridden with ME. Over the next few months I began to intuitively use my voice and was amazed by the way it moved energy around my body. I also experimented with using Himalayan bowls and drums as well as my voice and began to recover rapidly. When I was better I contacted the Institute for Complementary and Natural Medicine in the UK to find out where I could train but there was nowhere in the UK, Europe or the USA. I then began several years of research and development, developing ancient techniques as well as new ones. In 2000 I founded The British Academy of Sound Therapy, the first training establishment in the UK to offer a recognised qualification in Sound Therapy. We now have five professional training courses that we offer in the UK. Due to the success of my book, Sounding the Mind of God, and due to the support of the International Institute for Complementary Therapists, I am delighted to be coming to Australia to run the very first training course of its kind. Sound is very much part of the fabric of this wonderful country and I cannot wait to get started! Lyz’s training starts in 2012 in Adelaide. Early bird discounts apply. For all enquires and further details email mail@healthysound.com or look at www.healthysound.com/international
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REIKI -Universal Energy Mikao Usui developed the Reiki Universal Healing Energy system after years of study of spiritual healing of many kinds. He received the ability to heal with Reiki energy during a spiritual initiation after long fasting and meditation on one of Japan's many sacred mountains. Reiki is a universal energy form that comes from the divine and channels through the practitioner into the recipient to help the body heal itself, healing happens to everybody differently. Some people experience it through their loved ones mirroring the attribute the recipient need to heal or release. It may come as a shock through the ending of an experience i.e. relationships or job, a beginning in a new adventure that you had never considered before i.e. studying yoga, tai chi The experience of healing are many and varied. The reiki practitioner is attuned to the opening up and flow of energy through channels, allowing the energy to flow through the practitioner and into the recipient. This process is done so that the practitioner doesn’t rely on their own vital life force to heal. The practitioner runs Reiki Energy while placing their hands on or over a series of locations on the recipient’s body. This energy is the life force that permeates the universe
Reiki enables you to take a pro-active approach to your health. REIKI Level 1 Attunement’s February 25th 2012 November 24th 2012 Victor Harbor 10am – 4pm Includes Note’s, certificate,light snacks and Level 1 attunment Contact Karen on 0418 879 017
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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS Singing Gallery, McLaren Vale 15th January, 2012 Market: 11am to 4pm Performers: 4pm to 6pm Come along, have fun and support the Singing Gallery Healers Market at its 4th Birthday Celebrations. Experience: Himalayan Singing Bowls/Bells Tibetan Incense & Merchandise Sound & Energy Work Reiki Therapy Massage including Indian Head Massage & Reflexology Crystal Resonance Therapy Esoteric Books, CD's & Inspirational Gifts Mandalas, Original Paintings & Gift cards Crystals / Jewellery Clairvoyants and Readers Cafe: Delicious, Vegetarian & Gluten Free As well as special Birthday guest performers!
FREE ENTRY – ALL WELCOME Contact Sue 8384 1008 www.healersmarket.org.au for further information
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CRYSTAL - Iron Pyrite Iron pyrite is a very positive stone; it helps the wearer to overcome feelings of inadequacy and facilitates tapping into abilities and potential. Worn iron pyrite becomes an excellent energy shield, by blocking out negative energy and pollutants at all levels including infectious disease. Iron pyrite boost self worth and confidence
to feel my strength allow me to immerse you in my strength; strengthen the immune system, give confidence without forcefulness and build confidence in yourself
In healing Iron pyrite will align meridians and repair DNA damage; strengthen the digestive tract and neutralize ingested toxins. Chakra Alignment- Solar Plexus
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Calendar EVENTS, MARKETS, COURSES
Singing Gallery Healer’s Market 3rd Sunday of the month
Wellbeing at Willunga 1 Saturday of the month
McLaren Vale – Singing Gallery Dec 18th, Jan 15th, Feb. 19th
Willunga – across from farmer market rd Dec 3 , Jan 7th, Feb 4th
Brighton Organic & Healthy Living Market
Victor Harbor Farmers' Market
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www.brightonorganiclivingmarkets.com
Every Second Thursday and Last Saturday of the Month 9 – 1:30pm
Every Saturday Morning 8am to 12.30pm Victor Harbor
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Level 1 Reiki Attunments Maximum 4 per group Victor Harbor 0418 879 016 Next course in February 2012
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Wellbeing at Willunga Offering –
Sound & Singing Bowls Crystal & Bowen Therapies Massage & Reflexology Reiki & Energy Balancing Readings & Essences Salt lamps & Crystals Jewellery & Sun catchers Hand designed clothes & Gifts Craft & Mandalas Coffee, tea, muffins, cookies and much more…… FREE Workshops for January : 11am 12pm
Crystals for Self Empowerment Sound Circle
-You are also invited to feel the energies of the Pyramid-
Saturday 7th January, 2012 1st Saturday of the Month 9am to 1pm Show Hall, Willunga (opposite Farmers Market)
FREE ENTRY – ALL WELCOME Contact Kerry 0401 171040 / Sue 8384 1008 wellbeingatwillunga@gmail.com for further information about being a stallholder etc.
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