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'Night of Terror' Nov. 15, 1917 when the warden at the Occoquan Workhouse in Virginia ordered his guards to teach a lesson to the suffragists imprisoned there because they dared to picket in front of Woodrow Wilson's White House for the right to vote. These brave women from the early 1900s made all the difference in the lives we live today. Remember, it was not until 1920 that women were actually granted the right to go to the polls and vote. Forty prison guards wielding clubs and their warden's blessing went on a rampage against the 33 women wrongly convicted of 'obstructing sidewalk traffic.' By the end of the first night in jail, those women were barely alive. For weeks, the women's only water came from an open pail. Their food--all of it colorless slop--was infested with worms. All women who have every voted, have ever owned property, have ever enjoyed equal rights need to remember that women’s rights had to be fought for in Canada as well. 2009 is the 80th Anniversary of the Persons Case in Canada,which finally declared women in Canada to be Persons!
European man (and all in North America as descendants of European man) seems slow to emotionally evolve. Man is slow to recognize that he is an equal and integral part of all nature and all living things and not master holding dominion over all around him. European man’s arrogance and superiority has precipitated untold pain and suffering to the planet and all living things since the dawn of religion. Religion holds that man is superior, created in the image of God and that animals are on this planet to serve man. And we have come to hold this tenet true without question for eons. We seem to have forgotten that religion in all of its expressions is, in fact, a creation of man. Less than 200 years ago, man practiced slavery as he refused to recognize that people of dark skin were human…. slavery still goes on today throughout the world, including North America. Less than 100 years ago women in North America were not recognized as people, but were considered ‘property’. Less than 50 years ago coloured people were not treated as people and given the same basic rights as other people. Now, realization that animals are sentient beings is, at last, beginning to dawn. But, that is only due to rational scientific research and not man’s deeper sensibilities. Laws are being passed to protect animals and our attitudes are slowly changing as we come to realize we are not the only beings with feelings. Still, the question arises that if a form of life is not sentient, do we have the right to kill or abuse it at random? Although the year 2012 has been predicted as the end of mankind, I believe it may actually herald the ending of mankind as he has previously behaved and thought and the emergence of a ‘new’ human consciousness. Perhaps 2012 will initiate an awakening, a more enlightened view of the world and a more respectful and intelligent approach to our integral place in this world and on this planet. We can only hope …
SPECIAL EVENTS
"Risks must be taken, because the greatest hazard in life is to risk nothing." Leo Buscaglia
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JUST FOR FUN WORKSHOPS
LAST MONDAY EACH MONTH 7-9PM ‘SHE’ CIRCLE (Sacred Healing Empowerment parties) at Transitions Studio 244 Grantham Ave St Catharines Playshop to connect with the Divine Love that you are. Open to all women who want to connect with other conscious women. Guided meditation, different topic on personal growth each month, with interactive activities and more. COST: $10 Contact Natalie Haig 905-931-8313 www.sacredbreakthroughs.com ----------------- December 15 7:00-9:30p.m JUST DOWSE IT Learn to dowse with Lynn Nicholls Circle of Health 6100 Thorold Stone Rd #4 Niagara Falls $25 Pre-registration required 905-371-3331
SELF-DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS
“What lies behind you, what lies before you are small matters compared to what lies within you” Emerson
November 25, 2009 7pm Science Beyond Paradigms: A Case For Hope presented by Michael Jackson B.Sc., M.Sc Circle of Health 6100-4 Thorold Stone Rd Topics: Everything is connected, Biology is a quantum process, Intent affects things $5 to be donated to a Wildlife foundation
HEALING SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
November 17 7:00-9:30p.m ENERGYWORK with Lynn Nicholls Circle of Health 6100 Thorold Stone Rd #4 Niagara Falls $25 Pre-registration required 905-371-3331 ------------------- November 25 7-9PM- Chinese Food Cures with Calvin Crighton DCM at Qicology Canada 4 Secord Dr. St. Catharines Cost: $20/workshop. Reserve at 905-935-5396 or at shendaoarts2@gmail.com ------------------- Saturday November 28th, 2009 Introduction to Non-invasive Medical Devices Niagara Go to www.schoolofnewmedicine.com for more info ------------------- December 2 Reiki Level 1 Welland ON One day certification course. $157.50 (inc GST) contact Debbie Boehlen at 905.714.0298 www.indianheadmassagecanada.com debb@computan.com December 14 Reiki Level 2 Welland ON One day certification course. $315.00 (incl GST) December 16 Reiki Level 3 Master course, Welland, ON. 1-day certification course. $525.00 (incl GST)
PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATION TRAINING
NOV 16-17 REJUVENATING FACE MASSAGE TRAINING Welland This massage technique draws on the wisdom of many different healing systems such as Ayurvedic Massage, Indian Head Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Acupressure, and Reflexology. It is done without the use of creams, oils or any other product. It is a wonderful treatment which is meant to help relax, and rejuvenate the body, mind and spirit as well as being very beneficial for the face. 2 days. Fee $420 incl GST For info contact Debbie Boehlen at: debb@bell.net or 905.714.0298. Visit www.indianheadmassagecanada.com October 19-20 Rejuvenating Face Massage course, Vancouver, BC. ------------------ November 21st 10am to 6pm Certification Course in HHP- Hot Stone Massage Southampton 10 CEUs: Cost: $350.00 One day, in-class certification course that focuses on both theoretical and practical applications for hot stone therapy. www.schoolofnewmedicine.com 905-468-9041 ------------------- NOV 28 LEVEL 2 THERAPEUTIC TOUCH CERTIFICATION TRAINING St Catharines ON with instructor Margaret Deane Call 905-646-4948 margaret@tudorcreek.com ----------------- December 1 Axiatonal Alignment course, Welland, ON. One day certification course. $$157.50 (inc GST) contact Debbie Boehlen at 905.714.0298 deb@bell.net www.indianheadmassagecanada.com -------------------- DEC 12-13, Jan 30-31, 2010 Indian Head Massage course, Welland, ON Two day weekend course. $420.00 (incl GST) contact Debbie Boehlen at 905.714.0298 deb@bell.net www.indianheadmassagecanada.com Vancouver, BC: October 17-18 Kitchener, ON: October 31-Nov 1 Peterborough, ON: November 28-29 ----------------- Feb 13-14 2010 Rejuvenating Face Massage course Toronto 2 day hands on course. Certificate of attendance awarded. Fee/Cost: $420.00 (incl GST) Contact to register: Debbie Boehlen 905.714.0298 www.indianheadmassagecanada.com
FREE ONGOING SPECIAL INTEREST EVENTS
‘When you pray you are speaking to God. When you meditate you are listening’
FREE THERAPEUTIC TOUCH SESSIONS offered by student practitioners under the supervision of a qualified instructor. For information call Margaret Deane RPN 905-646-4948 margaret@tudorcreek.com 1st & 3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 7PM Woodlands St Catharines 2nd WEDNESDAY EACH MONTH Rapelje Lodge St Catharines 1st & 3rd THURSDAY EACH MONTH 7:30PM Linhaven Home for the Aged St Catharines ------------------- TOPS WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUPS Monday ~ 6:00/7:00 PM Brethern In Christ Church 50 Lincoln St W Lower Level Welland Monday ~ 6:30/6:50 PM St George's Catholic Church hall 56 Ridgeway Rd Crystal Beach Monday ~ 6:00/6:30 PM RC Legion Hall 172 St Catharine St Upper Level Hall Smithville Tuesday ~ 9:15/10:30 AM Royal Canadian Legion 228 South Mill Upstairs Crystal Beach Tuesday ~ 5:15/6:15 PM Silver Spire United Church Main Hall 366 St Paul St St Cath Tuesday ~ 5:30/7:00 PM Senior Citizen Centre 18 Livingston Ave Meeting Room Grimsby Tuesday ~ 6:30/7:30 PM Faith Lutheran Church 31 Agar St Lower Level St Catharines Wednesday ~ 8:00/9:30 AM Lutheran Church 31 Agar St Lower Level Hall St Catharines Wednesday ~ 9:10/9:45 AM Harbour Fellowship Church 51 S Service Rd St Catharines Wednesday ~ 5:30/6:30 PM Knights Of Columbus Hall 66 Empire St Lower Level Welland Wednesday ~ 5:45/7:00 PM St Andrew's Presbyterian Church Gym 24 Clairmont St Thorold Wednesday, 6:30/ 7:00 PM Free Methodist Church 4397 Dorchester Rd Lower Level Niagara Falls Wednesday ~ 6:30/7:00 PM W. St Andrew's Presbyterian Church 42 Pelham Rd Lower Level St Catharines Wednesday ~ 7:00/7:30 PM Lutheran Church Of The Good Shepard 3900 Dorchester Rd Niagara Falls Thursday ~ 8:30/9:45 AM Our Saviour Lutheran Church 7081 Mc Leod Rd Lower Level Niagara Falls Thursday ~ 8:30/9:30 AM Rosedale Baptist Church 11 Rosedale Ave Welland Thursday ~ 6:15/7:15 PM Faith Lutheran Church 31 Agar St Lower Level St Catharines
“Opportunities always look bigger going than coming”
STUDIO AVAILABLE in St Catharines Suitable for workshops, yoga, health practitioners Call Carlo Turavani at Transitions Studio 244 Grantham Ave 905-937-1623 ------------------ PRACTITIONER SPACE AVAILABLE at Qicology Canada 4 Secord Dr St Catharines For full or part-time practitioners Share space to save cost. $125 per month give you space up to 32 hrs per month. Call David Donnelly 905-324-6680 -------------- HOLISTIC ALLIANCE OF WESTERN NEW YORK This dynamic association of mind/body/spirit practitioners has over 200 members, monthly meetings, guest speakers, events. Membership is just $12 per year. Meetings are held at St Joseph’s Hospital Harlem Rd Cheektowaga NY For more info visit www.westernnewyorkhealers.com/holisticalliance.html MEETING DATES: Nov. 20 – NLP – Neuro-linguistic Programming - Steven Burrows Dec. 11 – New Year, New Goals: Gearing up for 2010 - Bill Grieshober – Small Business Development Center & Ellen Bourn January, 2010 - Nutrition and Supplementation – Getting Fit in the New Year--Jennifer Williamson ----------------- NIAGARA HEALERS Internet directory for Alternative Health practitioners who offer natural therapies and wellness services in Niagara Region. No website? Already have a website but it isn’t ranking high? Join this website to gain visibility for your services, improve your own website’s ranking, and direct visitors to your own website for more information. Membership starting at just $60 per year. www.niagarahealers.com/website.html --------------------- WESTERN NEW YORK HEALERS New internet directory for mind/body/spirit practitioners who offer therapies and services in Western New York. No website? Already have a website but it isn’t ranking high? Joining this website can help you gain visibility for your services, improve your own website’s ranking, and direct visitors to your own website for more information. This website is already ranking in the top 10 with Google! Membership starting at just $60 per year. www.westernnewyorkhealers.com/join.html --------------------- LECTURE OPPORTUNITIES IN BUFFALO NY Bridges Wellness Center holistic center and lecture facility 4545 Transit Road, Williamsville,NY 14221. Teach classes, hold seminars or treat patients. Handicap accessible. Accommodates up to 50 people in the main room. Lecture hall weekday daytime rate 8AM-5PM $10 per hour. Evenings $50 6PM to 9PM is $50 flat rate. Classes are promoted through LIght Bridges Magazine, in-store promo's, via email and on the website. Call 716-650-8084 For more info visit www.bridgeswellness.com -------------------- April 10th & 11th, 2010 EARTH SPIRIT EXPO at the McKinley Conference Center, Buffalo NY. $250 for a booth if you get in before January 1st. After that date, it will be $300 Vendor applications and speaker applications are available at www.earth-spiritexpo.com -------------------- THURSDAYS 7PM Reiki Exchange once a month October 8th, November 12th, December 10th $2.00 donation. Contact Debbie Boehlen debb@computan.com 905.714.0298. ----------------- 1ST WEDNESDAY EACH MONTH 11:30AM-1PM PEOPLE IN CONNECTION NIAGARA FALLS NETWORKING MEETING Mide Restuarant 4337 Queen St across from city hall Niagara Falls Meetings $10 including meal & business networking opportunities. Guests welcome $15. Membership $75 To learn more visit www.peopleinconnection.com 2ND WEDNESDAY EACH MONTH 11:30-1PM PEOPLE IN CONNECTION ST CATHARINES NETWORKING MEETING Joe Feta’s Greek Village, St Catharines Meetings $10
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“Treat the person, not the disease” Dr Edward Bach
Maya Abdominal Massage: Ancient Healing for Modern Lives By Nancy Crawford, RN, CMAMP, RM
After decades of working in the healing arts, I accompanied a friend to a seminar in Belize on Maya Abdominal Massage (MAM). Once in Belize, my healing took a whole new direction. It didn’t take me long to realize the tremendous power this ancient healing form has and the myriad ways it could benefit my clients—whether they’re seeking relief from pain, looking to conceive, going through pregnancy, dealing with digestive disorders, or wanting to address or prevent prostate problems.
The Power of Maya Abdominal Massage Mayan Abdominal Massage is a non-invasive form of massage that focuses on the position and health of the pelvic and abdominal organs. MAM repositions and aligns organs in order to maximize the flow of blood, lymph, nerves, and energy in the body. Displaced organs can restrict the flow of these elements and the resulting congestion is the cause of many ailments for both men and women.
Misalignment of organs occurs for many reasons. Often the demands of our everyday lives require us to do things that cause our organs to shift, for example, standing for long periods of time, sitting for long periods of time, pregnancy and childbirth, falls, injuries, or car collisions.
MAM is a holistic method based on the premise that the body can heal itself but may require help to do so. A MAM practitioner will gently work to realign the organs and once the organs are gently repositioned, the body can get to work on its own! My first experience receiving a Maya Abdominal Massage (from a 78 year old Mayan mid-wife) was so invigorating, I felt as if I wanted to jump off the table. After their sessions, my clients have told me how wonderful they feel-balanced and pain-free.
MAM also goes hand in hand with recommended dietary and lifestyle changes, so practitioners are educated in many areas including massage, anatomy and physiology, herbology, nutrition, and emotional and spiritual healing. This aspect is very important to me. As a healer, I like to provide my clients with tools that they can use for their own empowerment. Clients are encouraged to take an active part in their own healing by learning simple, safe, and easy-to-learn self-care techniques that can be used at home.
MAM and Women’s Reproductive Health MAM has a positive effect on numerous conditions for both men and women; however, it is best known for the benefits it has for women’s reproductive health.
Dr. Rosita Arvigo refers to the uterus as a “powerhouse of energy transformation”; Don Elijio Panti considered the uterus to be a woman's center and maintained that “if a woman’s uterus is out of balance, so is she."
The uterus has a huge job to do, and it is held in place just by ten different ligaments. It shifts easily, which can have a negative impact on a woman’s health. MAM works to correct its position and the result can be an elimination of many disorders including PMS, painful periods, and fertility. MAM also has a positive impact on conception, pregnancy, and childbirth.
MAM - Not Only for Women’s Issues People of any age, gender, or walk of life can benefit from MAM. For instance, MAM has provided relief for clients suffering from hip and back pain. It can also help relieve many common digestive disorders. MAM is especially beneficial for the prevention and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Several of my clients have sought out MAM as a last resort; they have been told that their condition is chronic but they’re not willing to live with it. MAM is a simple, effective, non-surgical way to find relief. Visit www.mayanancy.com for testimonials.
During a session with a Maya Abdominal Massage practitioner, (see www.arvigomassage.com. for a list of practitioners) work will be done on the mid and lower back muscles, sacrum, lower and upper abdomen as well as pelvic bone structure and alignment. The pubic area is the focal point for MAM so it is important that individuals feel comfortable with their practitioner.
The treatment sessions I conduct are very interactive—my client and I talk through the session, especially because I’m working in very sensitive areas of the body and I need to let them know what I’m doing. I explain the entire massage so my clients feel comfortable and open to the work. I also want to know what my client is feeling as I touch her or him because that will determine some of the treatment choices that I make. Like any deep tissue massage, we may release emotional issues. Especially, say, around issues of reproductive health, massage can prompt an emotional breakthrough.
Nancy Crawford is a registered nurse, reiki master and advanced dowser who has trained as a Certified Maya Abdominal Massage Practitioner in Belize, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. She practices outside of Port Colborne, Ontario. To learn more, contact Nancy at (905) 834-8545, e-mail: mayanancycrawford@gmail.com or visit her website at www.mayanancy.com This article in its entirety is can be viewed at www.healthylifestyledirectory.com/articles.html
"There is no duty we so much underrate as the duty of being happy." Robert Louis Stevenson
Beware of Garbage Trucks by David J. Pollay
How often do you let other people's nonsense change your mood? Do you let a bad driver, rude waiter, curt boss, or an insensitive employee ruin your day? Unless you're the Terminator, for an instant you're probably set back on your heels. However, the mark of a successful person is how quickly one can get back their focus on what's important.
Sixteen years ago I learned this lesson. I learned it in the back of a New York City taxi cab. Here's what happened.
I hopped in a taxi, and we took off for Grand Central Station. We were driving in the right lane when, all of a sudden, a black car jumped out of a parking space right in front of us. My taxi driver slammed on his breaks, skidded, and missed the other car's back end by just inches!
The driver of the other car, the guy who almost caused a big accident, whipped his head around and he started yelling bad words at us. My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean, he was friendly.
So, I said, "Why did you just do that? This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital!" And this is when my taxi driver told me what I now call, "The Law of the Garbage Truck."
"Many people are like garbage trucks. They run around full of garbage, full of frustration, full of anger, and full of disappointment. As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it. And if you let them, they'll dump it on you.
When someone wants to dump on you, don't take it personally. You just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on. You'll be happy you did."
So this was it: The "Law of the Garbage Truck." I started thinking, how often do I let Garbage Trucks run right over me? And how often do I take their garbage and spread it to other people: at work, at home, on the streets? It was that day I said, "I'm not going to do it anymore."
I began to see garbage trucks. Like in the movie "The Sixth Sense," the little boy said, "I see Dead People." Well, now "I see Garbage Trucks." I see the load they're carrying. I see them coming to drop it off. And like my Taxi Driver, I don't make it a personal thing; I just smile, wave, wish them well, and I move on.
One of my favorite football players of all time, Walter Payton, did this every day on the football field. He would jump up as quickly as he hit the ground after being tackled. He never dwelled on a hit. Payton was ready to make the next play his best.
Good leaders know they have to be ready for their next meeting. Good parents know that they have to welcome their children home from school with hugs and kisses. Leaders and parents know that they have to be fully present, and at their best for the people they care about.
The bottom line is that successful people do not let Garbage Trucks take over their day. What about you? What would happen in your life, starting today, if you let more garbage trucks pass you by?
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