11.10.12
Cultivating Your Intuition
As a palmist and energy worker, I have the joy of working with people at various stages of change. One of the shifts that I have seen frequently over the last couple of years has been an increase in people's intuitive awareness, and more willingness in folks to tap into and expand their intuition. This awareness and expansion is occurring in people who have never before considered themselves intuitive, as well as those who have known but have not been ready to take it to the next level. Those who have been tapping their intuition all along are also expanding dramatically in their "sensing" abilities.
It seems people are seeking the hidden message, the inspired detail, the symbolic interpretation...more and more. At an increasing rate, intuition is coming into play in how people make decisions both personally and professionally, and I'm exposed more and more to people who are willing to push boundaries, rules, roles and stereotypes that have previously held them back from owning this side of their nature. This shift is influencing people's sense of purpose, direction, and source of satisfaction in life, as they are called to a deeper space of authenticity and connection.
I believe the next Village Wellness Talk by Shamanic Coach Miguel Pascoe scheduled for November 6th at the Village Healing Centre (7-8pm, FREE), is a very timely one. "Tuition on Intuition" promises to help individuals get better acquainted with their intuition, learn ways to work with it, and strategies for overcoming intuitive blocks. Not only does the content align with the shift in people's awareness and willingness to tap into this side of themselves, it is also a very intuitive time of year, when the veil between worlds is the thinnest. It is a popular time for divination, dream interpretation, meditation, and ancestral connection.
Hope to see you there!
It seems people are seeking the hidden message, the inspired detail, the symbolic interpretation...more and more. At an increasing rate, intuition is coming into play in how people make decisions both personally and professionally, and I'm exposed more and more to people who are willing to push boundaries, rules, roles and stereotypes that have previously held them back from owning this side of their nature. This shift is influencing people's sense of purpose, direction, and source of satisfaction in life, as they are called to a deeper space of authenticity and connection.
I believe the next Village Wellness Talk by Shamanic Coach Miguel Pascoe scheduled for November 6th at the Village Healing Centre (7-8pm, FREE), is a very timely one. "Tuition on Intuition" promises to help individuals get better acquainted with their intuition, learn ways to work with it, and strategies for overcoming intuitive blocks. Not only does the content align with the shift in people's awareness and willingness to tap into this side of themselves, it is also a very intuitive time of year, when the veil between worlds is the thinnest. It is a popular time for divination, dream interpretation, meditation, and ancestral connection.
Hope to see you there!
26.9.12
Stressed? How to support your adrenal glands, naturally
"I'm Stressed!" We say it all the time, yet it can be hard to really pin down what's really going on in our bodies when we say it, especially if (like for many people) it has become a familiar state of mind & body.
Many organizations and wellness initiatives have sought to tackle the causes, effects, and coping strategies for managing stress, because it has very real consequences not only in our private lives but on workplace productivity. The Canadian Mental Health Association sheds some light on the topic, and has dedicated a portion of their website to helping people understand the signs and symptoms of stress and how to cope, including a stress index test and a number of really helpful articles: http://www.cmha.ca/mental-health/your-mental-health/stress/
Whether you're experiencing it now or in the future, stress is certainly something we all go through - and it is important that we all be armed with some tools to cope with its effects. Naturopathic medicine is a primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine. The naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate the healing power of the body and treat the underlying cause of disease.
For a naturopathic perspective on coping with stress, this upcoming Village Wellness Talk (FREE!) with Suzanne Ho-Miecznikowski (B.Sc., ND) is a must-see:
Date: October 2, 7-8pm
Location: The Village Healing Centre, 240 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto ON
Description:
Do you feel exhausted, unable to cope with stress, have recurrent infections, poor concentration, fuzzy thinking, or low libido? This collection of symptoms may be caused by adrenal fatigue that results from prolonged stress.
Discover foods, nutrients, herbs, and lifestyle improvements to rebalance and support your adrenal glands.
Your Presenter:
Whether you're experiencing it now or in the future, stress is certainly something we all go through - and it is important that we all be armed with some tools to cope with its effects. Naturopathic medicine is a primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine. The naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate the healing power of the body and treat the underlying cause of disease.
For a naturopathic perspective on coping with stress, this upcoming Village Wellness Talk (FREE!) with Suzanne Ho-Miecznikowski (B.Sc., ND) is a must-see:
Stressed? How to Support Your Adrenal Glands, Naturally
Date: October 2, 7-8pm
Location: The Village Healing Centre, 240 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto ON
Description:
Do you feel exhausted, unable to cope with stress, have recurrent infections, poor concentration, fuzzy thinking, or low libido? This collection of symptoms may be caused by adrenal fatigue that results from prolonged stress.
Discover foods, nutrients, herbs, and lifestyle improvements to rebalance and support your adrenal glands.
Your Presenter:
Suzanne
Ho-Miecznikowski, B.Sc., N.D.
Suzanne Ho-Miecznikowski is a board-registered naturopathic doctor who has been in practice since 2000. After receiving her BHSc. (Hons) from McMaster University, her lifelong interest in a healthy lifestyle, nutrition and herbal medicine led her to the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). In her practice over the past 10 years, Suzanne has cared for people of all ages for a wide variety of conditions. She uses a unique blend of medical science and natural treatments to resolve a broad range of chronic and acute complaints. While she uses nutrition as a foundation for her treatments, she also uses herbal medicine, acupuncture and homeopathy. Suzanne recommends naturopathic treatments based on the individual patient – taking into consideration physiological, structural, psychological, social, environmental and lifestyle factors.
2.9.12
September's Wellness Talk at the Village Healing Centre brings some palmistry insight around a pattern that is frequently witnessed in my clients, particularly in women.
Palmistry has made me more aware of how so many women are needing replenishment of their heart and root. The realm of family, love, relationships, and home has become tired. Many women are emotionally exhausted, over-extended, and in the process of finding health and balance. Interestingly, the area of the palm that becomes active is the mount that connects us to our intuition, inspiration, and to the unseen realm of dream and energy. Called to go within, how do we balance the demands of our relationships and home?
This 1-hr talk will help participants identify this pattern on their own palm and the palms of others. We will work through what it could mean, how to support the healing and replenishment of a tired heart, and create connection between the quiet and unseen space that inspires us, and the space of love and home.
25.6.12
Village Wellness Talks (FREE!)
Join me in welcoming Tracey Tief, to our next Wellness Talk: Non-Toxic Living!
July 3rd from 7-8pm
The Village Healing Centre, 240 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto Downstairs studio
NO RSVP Necessary! See you there!
Non-Toxic Living
We will discuss common household cleaning, bath, baby and beauty products that
can easily be replaced with healthful products you can make yourself, or buy
locally.
There's so much that's said to be bad for you, and bad for the environment, but who do you believe, and where do you start? Don't worry; be healthy! From phthalates and plastics, to parabens and PCBs, we'll discuss the toxins that commonly plague us in our environment and about simple, immediate solutions that will benefit our health and our planet.
There's so much that's said to be bad for you, and bad for the environment, but who do you believe, and where do you start? Don't worry; be healthy! From phthalates and plastics, to parabens and PCBs, we'll discuss the toxins that commonly plague us in our environment and about simple, immediate solutions that will benefit our health and our planet.
You'll come away with
your own list of easy, life enhancing changes you can start making today, and
the information you need to make healthy decisions for you and your family.
Please feel free bring along some of your favorite personal care products and
find out what really lies within!
Presenter:
Tracey TieF, Certified Natural Health Practitioner
I enjoy working with people who are interested in learning how to heal and who are seeking alternatives to pharmaceutically-driven health care. I seek to restore mental, physical and spiritual health and natural beauty to my clients through health counselling, coaching, hypnotherapy and by making and making available and teaching people how to make wholesome health and beauty products.
20.5.12
Solar Eclipse Reiki Meditation
Each month I offer a pay-what-you-can Reiki Meditation Technique session at the Village Healing Centre. If you are interested in attending future Meditation sessions, please feel free to contact me for dates at melanie@korechanges.com.
I wanted to share this month's meditation techniques, as combined, they are great for clearing and charging, and work well with today's solar eclipse.
The Energies of the Solar Eclipse
A solar eclipse brings the sun's vitality into the lunar void of possibility. The solar eclipse reveals what needs to be resolved or released in service of our highest good, and cracks the seed open of a major new beginning.
About the Meditations
The meditation begins with the "Reiki Meditation" by Hiroshi Doi, as practiced in Gendai Reiki Ho. We begin each class with this technique, to increase our sensitivity and connection to source.
Following the Reiki Meditation, we moved into "Hatsurei Ho" - a shoden or okuden technique, practiced by the Usui Reiki Ryoho Gakkai. Other versions are taught in a number of other Reiki lines as well. This method cleanses the body using energy, in turn allowing for a greater flow of energy through the body. Cleansing and clearing is particularly well times on new moons, although it can of course be done at any time. Literally, it translates to:
Each of these meditations are available in a variety of formats online and in a few books as well. I personally like the Reiki Sourcebook by Bronwein and Frans Stiene, which has had excellent reviews by beginners and masters alike.
Gassho
Gassho means to put the hands together. It signifies the oneness of Buddha and all beings. It also expresses reverence and gratitude.The palms of both hands are placed together with the fingers and thumbs extended. Both elbows should be fairly close to the body and the hands should be at mid-chest level. To bow during the gassho, the hands should be held steady, while the body is bent forward from the hips and then back to the upright position. Gassho is the natural expression of reverence and gratitude.
Reciting Waka
You'll note that in the Hatsurei Ho Meditation, there is a mention to "recite waka written by the Meiji Emporor". Waka is a form of poetry with a history that extending back over a thousand years, and Usui recommended that his students recite Waka as a first step to spiritual work. Many of the ancient poems were written by Emperors, 100,000 of which were written by Emperor Meiji, known as the "Sage of Poetry".
For this meditation, you can select from a range of Waka written by Emporer Meiji, or you can create your own to incorporate the power and symbolism of your cleansing and new beginning. I used an online Waka Workbook to create my own for today (written below), and suggest you do the same to help it be more meaningful for you!
REIKI MEDITATION
HATSUREI HO TECHNIQUE
I wanted to share this month's meditation techniques, as combined, they are great for clearing and charging, and work well with today's solar eclipse.
The Energies of the Solar Eclipse
A solar eclipse brings the sun's vitality into the lunar void of possibility. The solar eclipse reveals what needs to be resolved or released in service of our highest good, and cracks the seed open of a major new beginning. About the Meditations
The meditation begins with the "Reiki Meditation" by Hiroshi Doi, as practiced in Gendai Reiki Ho. We begin each class with this technique, to increase our sensitivity and connection to source.
Following the Reiki Meditation, we moved into "Hatsurei Ho" - a shoden or okuden technique, practiced by the Usui Reiki Ryoho Gakkai. Other versions are taught in a number of other Reiki lines as well. This method cleanses the body using energy, in turn allowing for a greater flow of energy through the body. Cleansing and clearing is particularly well times on new moons, although it can of course be done at any time. Literally, it translates to:
Hatsu – to generate
Rei – spirit
Ho – method
Rei – spirit
Ho – method
Each of these meditations are available in a variety of formats online and in a few books as well. I personally like the Reiki Sourcebook by Bronwein and Frans Stiene, which has had excellent reviews by beginners and masters alike.
GasshoGassho means to put the hands together. It signifies the oneness of Buddha and all beings. It also expresses reverence and gratitude.The palms of both hands are placed together with the fingers and thumbs extended. Both elbows should be fairly close to the body and the hands should be at mid-chest level. To bow during the gassho, the hands should be held steady, while the body is bent forward from the hips and then back to the upright position. Gassho is the natural expression of reverence and gratitude.
Reciting Waka
You'll note that in the Hatsurei Ho Meditation, there is a mention to "recite waka written by the Meiji Emporor". Waka is a form of poetry with a history that extending back over a thousand years, and Usui recommended that his students recite Waka as a first step to spiritual work. Many of the ancient poems were written by Emperors, 100,000 of which were written by Emperor Meiji, known as the "Sage of Poetry".
For this meditation, you can select from a range of Waka written by Emporer Meiji, or you can create your own to incorporate the power and symbolism of your cleansing and new beginning. I used an online Waka Workbook to create my own for today (written below), and suggest you do the same to help it be more meaningful for you!
Solar Eclipse Waka Meditaton
Dark Moon eclipses
Apollo's shine clears, renews.
Quiet alignment,
Inner spiral brings the charge
and cracks the seed of fresh starts.
Dark Moon eclipses
Apollo's shine clears, renews.
Quiet alignment,
Inner spiral brings the charge
and cracks the seed of fresh starts.
REIKI MEDITATION
- Close your eyes. Reach your hands up to the sky with both hands facing each other (forming a funnel shape), contacting the universe. Feel the connection to Reiki and feel the energy moving through you and surrounding you.
- Bring your hands down in front of your face in the gassho position. Keep your fingers straight and the tip of your middle finger at the height of your third eye. Feel the energy moving through the whole body. Breathe naturally while imagining you are breathing through your hands. Continue for a while and relax.
- Raise the non-dominant hand into the air and place your dominant hand, facing up, on your lap. Feel the energy coming in through your non-dominant hand and out through your dominant hand.
- Bring your non-dominant hand down into your lap with the dominant hand.
- Feel the universal love and energy for as long as you like.
- End in Gassho.
HATSUREI HO TECHNIQUE
- Sit in seiza and gassho – to center the mind and set intent. Close your eyes. (to learn about Seiza, see James Deacon's Reiki Pages)
- Recite waka written by Meiji Emporor
- a. Place your right hand on the left shoulder where the collar bone and shoulder meet. Breathe in and on the out breath sweep diagonally down from the left shoulder to the right hip.
b. On the in breath place your left hand on the right shoulder and on the out breath sweep down diagonally from the right shoulder to the left hip.
Breathe in returning your right hand to the left shoulder and on the out breath sweep diagonally down from the left shoulder to the right hip. - a. With the left elbow against your side and with your arm horizontal to the ground, place your right-hand on the left forearm. Breathe in and on the out breath sweep downward along the arm to the fingertips.
b. With the right elbow against your side and your right arm horizontal to the ground, place your left hand on the right forearm. Breathe in and on the out breath sweep down along the arm to the fingertips.
c. Breathe in and with the left elbow against your side and with your arm horizontal to the ground, place your right hand on the left forearm. On the out breath sweep down along the arm to the fingertips. - Place your hands in your lap, palms facing upwards.
- With each in breath feel the energy coming in through the nose, moving down to the hara and filling the body with energy.
- On the out breath expand the energy out of the body, through your skin and continue to expand the energy out into your surroundings.
- Repeat steps 6 & 7 until finished. The exercise may take anywhere from 5 minutes to half an hour. If you begin to feel dizzy then finish the exercise and slowly build on the amount of practice time.
- Place your hands in the gassho position. Focus on your hara. On the in breath begin to bring the energy into your hands. Feel the energy move along your arms, down through your body and into the hara.
- On the out breath visualize energy moving from the hara back up through the body and then to the arms and out through the hands.
- Repeat steps 9 & 10 until finished. The exercise may take anywhere from 5 minutes to half and hour. If you begin to feel dizzy then finish the exercise and slowly build on the amount of practice time.
- Recite the 5 precepts.
- Gassho – give thanks.
25.4.12
Monthly Wellness Talks @ VHC (FREE)!
Since last August, I've had the pleasure of being apart of the Village Healing Centre (VHC) on Roncesvalles Avenue, and have really enjoyed connecting with new clients and other practitioners from the community. To build more of these connections and take advantage of the fantastic space available at the Village Healing Centre, I'm working with practitioners from the VHC and throughout the City of Toronto to provide monthly "Wellness Talks" beginning May 1 (7-8pm on the first Tuesday of every month). The talks are free, engaging, and give participants the opportunity to learn more about different modalities.
Below is a snapshot of the talks coming up for May, June, and
July. If you would like to participate as a presenter or would like to learn more about a particular modality, please let me know: melanie@korechanges.com
May 1: Spring Clean Your Psyche
Description: Spring is a time to renew, refresh and detoxify; ourselves and our environments. We can do this given the right tools and techniques. But detoxifying needs to happen at energetic levels as well as physical or emotional - they are all connected. This workshop will guide you through the basics of clearing negative energies from everywhere they are; in and around us.
Presented by Deirdre Norman
Deirdre has for over 20 years worked with her clients to cleanse their homes, offices and personal space. It's easier than you think. www.tinkerwoman.com
June 5: The Path Within Presents: Get a Life!
· 2 KEY
SECRETS that will Change your Life Forever!
· The
4 MAIN GOALS of the Path Within™ Program
· Create
Happiness and Fulfillment in your Life
· Learn
how the Mastery of Your own Thoughts and Behaviours have Immediate and Positive
Affect on your Life Goals!
· Learn
to make timely decisions which drive your progress towards Your Personal Growth
and True Happiness
· Design
a NEW Blueprint of YOUR Future and Start Living it NOW
· Live
Your Life on Your Terms
The GET A LIFE Presentations are based on almost 25 years of
proven techniques, research and Anthony’s Path Within™ Program
Presented
by Anthony Santen, M.Ht. C.I. MPWP NC
Anthony is the author of The Path Within™ Program, a unique
coaching and personal transformation program dedicated to enabling people,
wanting to lead a life with meaningful goals and desires. His goal is to
help individuals discover their innermost desires for personal growth and
fulfillment, overcome depression and embody the changes in all aspects of their
lives. www.pathwithin.com
July: Non-Toxic Living
Description:
We will discuss common household cleaning, bath, baby and beauty products that
can easily be replaced with healthful products you can make yourself, or buy
locally.
There's so much that's said to be bad for you, and bad for the environment, but who do you believe, and where do you start? Don't worry; be healthy! From phthalates and plastics, to parabens and PCBs, we'll discuss the toxins that commonly plague us in our environment and about simple, immediate solutions that will benefit our health and our planet.
You'll come away with
your own list of easy, life enhancing changes you can start making today, and
the information you need to make healthy decisions for you and your family.
Please feel free bring along some of your favorite personal care products and
find out what really lies within!
Presenter: Tracey TieF, Certified Natural Health Practitioner
I enjoy working
with people who are interested in learning how to heal and who are seeking
alternatives to pharmaceutically-driven health care. I seek to restore mental,
physical and spiritual health and natural beauty to my clients through health
counselling, coaching, hypnotherapy and by making and making available and
teaching people how to make wholesome health and beauty products. www.AnarresHealth.ca, www.NaturalContraception.ca, www.FemCap.info, www.Contragel.info
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