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August 2013 ~ Vol.V, Issue 6

A Guide for Conscious Living

How is Your Mental Health? Understanding Orbs Should Everyone Eat Gluten Gluten--Free? The Healing Paradox EVOLVINGâ&#x20AC;Ś A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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Dear Friend,

What is mental health? Is it a societal norm that we aim to achieve? Is it a state of mind, fueled by a continual search for nirvana and a curiosity about life? So many questions, but our writers attempt to answer these questions about mental health this month. One straightforward definition of mental health is simply the absence of a mental disorder. Still, even those of us who aren’t battling a specific disorder face the struggles of life and unexpected complications like death or divorce that can bring sadness with them. So I believe mental health encompasses so much more than just dealing with a disorder. I believe it’s consciously facing life and learning to experience joy, find balance and love fiercely throughout these struggles and beyond. The World Health Organization defines mental health as, "a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community". I believe mental health is at the heart of what this publication encompasses: conscious living. It’s being brave enough to face our personal demons, learn and grow through them, and not only “cope” with life, but somehow through the process of introspection and a willingness to be vulnerable, come out the other side of darkness and THRIVE.

Understanding Orbs...10 How is Your Mental Health?...13

Keeping it Real...14

Jill Dutton Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions...12 Should Everyone Eat Gluten-Free?...12 Publisher Jill Dutton 913-944-1298 jill@evolvingmagazine.com

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News LABOR DAY EVENT TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS Eighth Annual Bike 4 the Brain (B4B), Sept. 2, 2013, 7:00 a.m., 6000 Lamar, Mission, KS Bike 4 the Brain (B4B), a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, will host its eighth annual community bicycle, walking and running event on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2. This is a healthy and fun way to reduce stigma and increase awareness of mental health disorders which are brain-based emotional, behavioral and cognitive experiences that are common to many people. B4B, a National Multiple Sclerosis Society Bike MS Recommended Ride, is growing every year with a record 443 participants in 2012. Because of the success of the annual events, B4B has granted $52,500 over the past four years to community agencies that are improving mental health in the Kansas City community. This year’s recipients are Amethyst Place, Community LINC, Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA), Niles Home for Children, Skills to Succeed and The Whole Person.

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

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Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. at 6000 Lamar in Mission, KS.

•Urban/rural cycling courses of 10, 33, 55 and 72 miles, 8:00 a.m. •Rest stops at mental health agencies and other locations. •Run 4 Recovery, a non-competitive and untimed 5K fun run/walk, 8:15 a.m. •One mile Walk 4 Recovery, 10:00 a.m. •Tricycle Challenge, 10:30 a.m. Adults who donate $100 will pit their childsize tricycle racing skills against one another. •Children can “race” the tricycle course starting at 8:30 a.m. •Recovery Information Exchange where local agencies can share information about mental health topics and the services they provide. •Delicious refreshments provided by Freddy’s Frozen Custard, Latte Land, Liberty Fruit Company, Panera Bread and other vendors. Registration is $40 per person at the event and $30 for sign up prior to Sept. 1. Please go to www.bike4thebrain.org for information or to register online for this Labor Day bicycle, walking and running event for mental health. For questions, e-mail Dr. Sonnenschein at kensonnenscheinmd@gmail.com.

News CAMPUS WEEK ACTIVITIES AT UNITY VILLAGE Holos University Graduate Seminary is pleased to announce its Campus Week activities at Unity Village. September 1st through 7th. The public is enthusiastically invited to experience HU by attending the Graduation and Ordination Ceremonies at 4 p.m. Sunday, September 1st. Beginning Monday, September 2nd, Eight Concurrent Leading-edge workshops will be presented by HU’s pioneering faculty: 1) Inner Counselor-Ann Nunley,

PhD, Transformational Psychologist, 3-days, Monday-Wednesday, $250. Learn a powerful 15-Step guided imagery process to permanently transform outgrown response patterns; 2) Medical Intuition Overview-Cay Randall-May, PhD, Certified by the American Board of Scientific Medical I n t u it i o n , 3-days, MondayWednesday, $250. Learn how intuitive skills are developed, their various styles, and the ethics of practice; 3) Trauma first Aide-Geneie Everett, RN, PhD, 3-days, MondayWednesday $250. Learn skills to quickly reduce symptoms of acute traumatic stress and stabilize the

AWAKEN WHOLE LIFE CENTER’S GRAND OPENING Seekers of balance, harmony and peace will find all they need for their life journey at this brand new facility, anchored by the historic Unity Tower. Awaken Whole Life Center, located within Unity Village, will celebrate its grand opening September 14, 2013. The state-of-the-art center will be a gathering place for people from all walks of life to come together

nervous system, 18 CEU’s for RN, LCSW, LPCC. 4) Evolutionary Astrology, Patricia Bechdolt, 2-days, Monday and Tuesday, $175. Learn to interpret the unique relationship of the symbols in your chart in order to clarify your sense of purpose; 5) Emotions and Intuition-Gifted intuitive Barbara Rasor, 3-days, Thursday-Saturday, $250. One-onone experience with Barbara to identify important life issues and create effective changes in your life; 6) Life Alignment-David Pasikov, 3days, Thursday-Saturday, $250. Learn to help yourself and others

and improve their overall health to obtain optimal wellness. Awaken Whole Life Center will be home to the Glenn H. Korff Fitness Center, as well as the functional medicine clinic with Dr. Angela Barnett. Awaken Whole Life Center will also host a variety of body rejuvenating and intellectually stimulating retreats throughout the year. Those that visit will experience a restoration and a soothing of the body, mind and spirit. The first three events and retreats include Yoga Rocks the Park, an event benefitting Operation Breakthrough, Creative Awakening Yoga Retreat, featuring Kim Cope Tait, and Power Up Your Life/Twelve Pow-

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release energy blockages related to body-centered vibrational energy points; 7) Holistic Healthcare-Faith Nelson Eagles, 3-days, Thursday-Saturday, $250. Learn to use a variety of Holistic Energy Therapies that are part of the expanding field of holistic health and healing; 8) Creating Sacred Ceremony-Rev. Jane Simmons, 1-day, Thursday, $85. Learn to be a Celebrant for important life events by creating and performing your own sacred ceremony or celebration. Download a flyer for workshop details at http://www.holosuniversity.org

ers Retreat, featuring Revs. Drs. Bil and Cher Holton. Situated within Unity Village, Awaken Whole Life Center is a continuation of the work Unity’s founders, Charles and Myrtle Fillmore, started in 1929. The center will be located within the iconic Unity Village Tower and will represent the Village’s mission of renewal, healing and new life. For more information about Awaken Whole Life Center, call Tara Hitzig at 816-347-5580, email her at hitzigtl@unityonline.org or visit awakenwholelifecenter.com.

Wisdom Within—by Suzette Scholtes Yoga Lifts Mental Health

he great living yoga master B.K.S. Iyengar says the practice of yoga is to acquire calmness in the mind. Bring it on! He writes, “Our mental health needs both intellectual as well as emotional stability.” The Buddha says we think our problems are paramount and we blind ourselves to the light of our souls. “We all have many problems, but the biggest problem is WE DO NOT WANT PROBLEMS.” The author contends that anxiety, worry, obsessing, and blame are narcissistic entitlement. Narcissism means we become preoccupied with issues of inadequacy, and/ or prestige and vanity. First formulated in 1968, says Wicca, it was historically called egocentrism. This summer we immersed in a yoga workshop taught by Iyengar’s student, Paula Self, a gifted, ego-less, talented teacher. The whole weekend was vibrant with the yoga of love, sharing, intimacy, discipline, and caring. “I’m so sorry!” I hear her say as I see her in the bath scrubbing a stain from the sheet when her cycle started in the night. I take it from her hands. “Not a problem,” I say. “I’m an expert at any kind of stain.” I soak it in cold water with detergent and it comes clean. Later we make the bed together and I share one of my favorite quotes, “Don’t sweat the small stuff. Trust this is small stuff.” She traveled here from Buenos Aries to Denver and next day flew to KC. With jet lag the first night, she went to her room about 9 pm to sleep. Her back was sore from carrying her toddler. In the classroom the next day, she was electric, taking us through pose after pose with enthusiasm and smiles helping us absorb new knowledge from India. We loved it. She never complained. She would come home between sessions and ease her back spasm with oils and a hot bath. She has really strong mental health. She says it comes from her daily yoga practice. Here is what the American Mental Health writes on good mental health: 1. Feel good about yourself!

2. Manage emotions, such as fear, anger, love, jealousy, guilt, or anxiety and find peace. 3. Appreciate and foster rewarding perEVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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sonal relationships. other people and do not judge them! 5. Laugh at yourself when messing up.

4. Love

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others for being different than you. 7. Accept life's disappointments.

8. Find solutions and handle problems when they arise. 9. Make your own decisions. 10.Shape your daily environment whenever possible and adjust when necessary. As well, folks like Paula avoid negative mood states created by depression and anxiety by maintaining a strong support network of loved ones whom they can depend on for encouragement. They tend to learn about good nutrition and exercise often for 30 minutes or more. They spend time with upbeat, positive people interested in their welfare. They seek out community who share common interest. For mental health, Iyengar suggests, find the yoga that gives you two branches. One moves toward the brain and one to the heart. When one is depressed the upward flow of energy facing the brain is retarded. The retarded energy makes one to brood and it sinks the heart. At the yoga school, we understand this and teach the remedy. Some yoga poses develop strong bodies to help us endure life’s challenges whereas others help the “interior’ mind. It requires safe inverted poses such as half waterfall and other appropriate and safe inversions. They provide emotional stability. Try it. You will love your mental health. Suzette Scholtes has won awards for her writing and community service including one from Writers Digest for non-fiction. Teaching yoga and writing are her passions. At The Yoga School, she shares the 8,000 year old yoga tradition of practicing health and happiness, whether 18 or 80. Here, be met with a smile and learn to love your life. At 10400 W. 103rd Street, Overland Park. Check it out at www.theyogastudio.com or news@theyogastudio.com or 913 4929594.

Journey to Wholeness—by Jude LaClaire, Ph.D. Tuning Into Health When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. —Wayne Dyer

ou are in front of the TV surfing the channels or you are driving down the road switching from one radio station to another. The radio or TV tower is broadcasting many different channels but your choice determines which one you hear or see. The body-mind functions in a similar fashion. Flowing from one kind of activity to another can change the channel your mind-body is tuned to at that moment. When you shift from a focused task to the daydream state, you tune in to the frequency that can more readily facilitate change. In this moment you become more aware of the inner and outer surroundings. You are tuned in to the whole brainbody self. At this station you can make changes in the thoughts, feelings and images that may be interfering with your physical, mental or spiritual health. If you suffer from lack of confidence, depression, anxiety, poor self-image or destructive, critical self-talk, then this is the time to be Aware of what is happening, take deep Breaths and Connect with this body-mind channel. Now is the time to substitute an encouraging thought or image for a critical one, a positive thought or image for a catastrophic one, a peaceful thought for an angry one. Now this does not mean you need to deny or ignore your feelings. You can acknowledge your anger, sadness, fear or other feelings, taking whatever time you need, and then move to the reframing of the thought, feeling or image. There are times when you don’t believe that you can change this thought, feeling or image. For those times I suggest this powerful phrase. "If I could think positively about myself; imagine myself in a positive way…I wonder what it would look like, feel or sound like.” I often say to others or myself when they are stuck in this way, “I know you can’t think of anything positive…but if you could, I wonder how it would look, feel or sound like to you?” Almost without fail, this intervention works. I encourage you to explore the book, Message From Water by Masaru Emoto, seen on the website, wellnessgoods.com. You can see in these photographs of frozen water molecules, the amazing changEVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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es that occur when the water is exposed to different conditions. The water was exposed to spoken and written words, music, water placed on pictures and images and thoughts sent to the water. Polluted water, looking misshapen and ugly, was changed into a healthy looking water molecule with thoughts of love and appreciation. His book has many more pictures of water molecules exposed to different human vibrational energies. When I show the pictures to people, many experience a deep emotional shift as they realize the power of their thoughts, images, words and actions. It is sometimes easy to forget that we possess the power to change our body-mind by changing our thoughts and images. These A,B,C’s can assist you tuning in to healthy channels: Awake/Alert/Aware: What is the problem…the change needed? Breathe: Take deep breaths, “I am physically calm and mentally alert.” Connect: Use the creative power of the whole brain-body; connect with resources. Decide/Direct: I can choose to direct my energy. Energy: I can direct my energy into positive, constructive thoughts, images, words and actions. Form/Focus: I can choose a form/ structure for this directed energy and practice! Practice your ABC’s and create new positive neural pathways with your thoughts and images. You might just find yourself changing those negative brainwaves into positive ones. Tune in to the positive thought and image of your choice! Jude LaClaire, Ph.D., LCPC, LCSW is a counselor, educator and author. For counseling appointments, seminars, training, speaking engagements or information on Neurobehavioral Programs or Imago Couple Therapy call 913-322-5622. For more information about Jude LaClaire or the Kansas City Holistic Centre go to www.kcholistic.com jude@kcholistic.com.

Holistic Health—by Nancy Russell, M.D. Eat Right 4 Your Blood Type

r. Peter J. D’Adamo is a naturopathic doctor and author of the book, Eat Right 4 Your Blood Type. The subtitle of this book is The Individualized Diet Solution to Staying Healthy, Living Longer & Achieving Your Ideal Weight. As Dr. D’Adamo says in his book, “…the secret to healthy, vigorous, and disease-free living might be as simple as knowing your blood type.” Your blood is one of four types: Type O, A, B, or AB. Your blood type is a genetic fingerprint that identifies you as surely as your DNA. Your blood type can guide you in how to live more healthfully. The significance of blood type can be found in human evolution: Type O is the oldest, hunter-gatherers; Type A is next, cultivator-agrarians; Type B evolved as people became more nomadic; and most recent an intermingling of types A and B, the arrival of Type AB. Each blood type has certain characteristics, thrives on different nutrition, and needs their own exercise regimens and ways to deal with stress. With each blood type, food recommendations are in three categories. The first category is beneficial foods, which act like medicine; the second is neutral foods and the third category is foods to avoid. Avoid foods can cause inflammation in the body and lead to chronic disease and stress. Blood type O, the oldest blood type can eat animal protein as they produce more hydrochloric acid to digest it. Type O people tend to be physically strong, leaders, self

reliant and goal oriented. Intense physical exercise such as running, aerobics and contact sports are helpful to destress the type O person. Foods to avoid are: wheat, dairy products, corn, navy beans, lentils, and cabbage. Most other vegetables and fruits are beneficial, especially kelp, kale, spinach and broccoli. More complete lists of all foods are available in book or internet format. Blood type A is the blood type that evolved when people started settling down in communities from 25,000 to 15,000 BC. Type A’s tend to be cooperative, sensitive, orderly and settled. They have little need for animal food and find that emphasizing vegetables is beneficial. To reduce stress, yoga or gentle exercises with frequent breaks help to stay relaxed and focused. Type A’s do well with soy foods and need vegetables, with the exception of the night shade family which includes tomatoes, potatoes, peppers and eggplant. To lose weight and foods to avoid include: red meat, dairy, wheat, kidney beans and lima beans. Blood Type B developed between 10,000 and 15,000 BC in response to climate changes as people began to be nomads. Type B is the most balanced blood type and the personality is flexible, creative and engineering. Type B has a strong immune system and is versatile. Beneficial foods are lamb, salmon, milk, grains, fruits and vegetables. Moderate physical exercise with a mental component such as hiking, cycling, tennis and swimming are ideal for this blood type. To achieve weight loss, Type B’s need to avoid chicken, lobster, wheat, corn, lentils, peanuts and sesame

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seeds. Blood Type AB is the rarest blood type and was found in 2500 BC and became more common 1,000 years ago. The AB blood type has a mysterious personality, is highly sensitive and can be an enigma. Exercise varies from calming, centering exercises such as yoga or Tai Chi combined with moderate physical exercise. Beneficial foods include: turkey, seafood, soy, greens and kelp. To lose weight, foods to avoid are red meat, kidney beans, lima beans, seeds, corn and buckwheat. Peter J. D’Adamo, N.D. states in his book, Live Right 4 Your Blood Type, that, “Each blood-type life prescription shows how, according to blood type, you should adapt your lifestyle and put into practice strategies for aging, achieving emotional balance, maximizing health, and overcoming disease.” Nancy Russell, M.D. is a holistic Internal medicine physician and has practiced in the Kansas City northland for 30 years. Dr. Russell blends traditional and alternative medicine in her holistic medical practice. For more information on getting to know Dr. Russell, visit www.nancyrussellmd.com or call her office at Nurturing Optimal Wellness at 816-453-5545.

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erhaps you’ve seen photos from your friends or in this magazine of orbs. Some are quite simple, appearing like a thousand light bulbs suspended in the air. Others are quite complex, with intricate designs and shapes. So what are “orbs?” You’ll be intrigued by the answers I received in my meditations. Orbs are spirits in many different forms. They are energy with consciousness. Their energy is just above the human eye spectrum, which is why they normally can only be seen in photographs. Few humans have the ability to see them with their naked eyes. They cannot be touched — your hand would go right through them. Let’s begin with the more complex orbs. These are guides and more advanced souls. They can be round with intricate designs, which denote how advanced the soul fragment is. They can change shape to hexagonal, with one flat side, or even a smiley face to show off for the camera. They can be the size of a soft ball or the size of a basketball. They can be different colors to denote how many lives on earth they’ve lived. They appear flat when photographed, but are actually balls of energy. They can be guides for humans, and the same orbs are often seen in photos taken of the same person. Others are simply photographed as they move from one location to another, interacting with each other, should they wish. And to answer an obvious question, these orbs are not souls transitioning after death, although a fragment of the soul fragment may remain and become one of your guides for learning purposes. Only one percent of the orbs are guides. Then what are the other 99 percent of the orbs we see in photographs? Most are the soul fragments of dogs, cats, birds, insects, and other animals, which have just finished an earth life and are being guided through energy tubes by human soul orbs. The human soul fragment orbs gain knowledge through doing this service. The dog and cat orbs, as an example, are shepherded to what are termed, “staging areas,” where their group souls assign them to their next earth mother. They spend little time in spirit form before their next life. Keep this in mind when your beloved cat or dog or other pet dies, you can say, “I request a Most Benevolent Outcome for my (beloved pet’s name) to return to us,

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thank you!” Most of the time you’ll be granted your wish through the assistance of your own guardian angel. There are separate staging areas for dogs, for cats, birds, insects, etc., and these staging areas are set up both energetically and geographically. As an example, there could be several staging areas for dogs in a densely populated region such as the East Coast, but few in a lightly populated region such as Montana. These staging areas are where literally thousands of orbs can be seen in photos. In the future I’m told, someone will take the photos of the complex orbs and will blow up the photos and start comparing what is the same and what are the differences between orbs. They will then begin to unlock the secrets of the orbs. I could also see people mapping these staging areas and other people charging a small fee for people to come onto their property and spend the evening photographing thousands of orbs as they move through their area. If you wish to experiment with this yourself, gather two or three friends together one evening and say out loud, “I request a Most Benevolent Outcome for our guides to show themselves in these photographs, thank you!” Choose a dark area, which will provide a good contrast to the orb images and then take some photos. Who knows, you might be in the middle of a staging area, but at the very least you may view your guides. Have fun!

Tom T. Moore is an entertainment industry CEO, author, and speaker. He is the author of THE GENTLE WAY books. His newest book, CONVERSATIONS WITH AN E.T.-First Contact! will be out in June published by Light Technology. He publishes a weekly newsletter. Visit his website at www.TheGentleWayBook.com.

Books The Healing Paradox: A Revolutionary Approach to Treating and Curing Physical and Mental Illness by Steven Goldsmith, MD

ave we been attempting to treat illness in a manner that guarantees failure? And could the causes of our ills actually be their cures? “It’s not as unusual as it sounds,” Steven Goldsmith, MD, says. “Allergy shots, immunizations and radiation treatments are among the many instances in which small amounts of harmful substances can heal us.” Dr. Goldsmith’s revolutionary new book, The Healing Paradox: A Revolutionary Approach to Treating and Curing Physical and Mental Illness (North Atlantic Books and distributed by Random House), examines a world where the outcomes of medical and psychotherapeutic treatments defy common sense. A graduate of Columbia College of Physicians & Surgeons, he has held faculty and staff positions at the Boston University, Tufts University and New York University Schools of Medicine. In his forty years of practice, he has straddled the worlds of conventional and alternative medicine in order to seek natural solutions to medical and psychiatric problems. The Healing Paradox shows us why we are built to defeat the treatments our physicians recommend. It also shows us how we can apply the principles of psychology – actually, reverse psychology – to effectively treat all illness. Abundant data demonstrate these assertions to be nature’s laws. Seeking answers to these and other questions, this book will appeal to those readers who seek cutting edge ideas and new strategies for improved health. No work has ever before examined the central paradox of healing so comprehensively across medical and psychotherapeutic disciplines, fortifying its claims with numerous case examples, research and epidemiological findings, the history of medicine and the basic sciences, and the author’s personal experience with chronic illness. Provocative, endlessly surprising, and educational, The Healing Paradox reveals:

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Why an increasing proportion of our population has become chronically ill despite alleged advances in medicine

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Why prescription drugs inevitably fail and why conventional medicine (including psychiatry) cannot prevent or cure most illness

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Why the development of more effective health care requires a change in our ideas, not in our technology or our drugs

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Why we are hard-wired to defeat conventional medical and psychotherapeutic treatment

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Why treatment that addresses only a part of a person is likely to fail

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Why symptoms, resistance to treatment, and side effects of drugs are all signs of strength, and how healers can utilize this information to cure people

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Why the conventional medical diagnosis has no basis in reality

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Why encouraging and even exaggerating psychiatric symptoms and marital problems can cure them

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Why countless substances and practices that seem bad for us can actually cure us

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In the Kitchen with Bonnie—by Bonnie Rabicoff

Food First!—by Bethany Klug, D.O.

Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions

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his month, we featu re "Preserving the Harvest" at Lon Lane's Inspired Occasions. Research and Development Chef, Stewart Lane, revives and and re-invents ways to pickle and preserve our produce at peak season...So we may enjoy the bounty with family and friends throughout the year. Lon and Stewart Lane have also embraced the "farm to table" movement with their support of New Roots for Refugees. Sponsored by Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas, the program builds entrepreneur skills and develops small agricultural businesses for vulnerable refugee women. To learn more about New Roots for Refugees and their upcoming event t h i s Fa l l, p l e a s e vi s it www.thegatheringkansascity.org

Bonnie Rabicoff is the producer and host of the multimedia foodie series “In the Kitchen with Bonnie.” She has served as the Vice President of Development for KCPT Public Television and the Marketing Director of The Barstow School where she founded and coordinated “The Barstow School Organic Farmers’ Market and Chef Series.” Bonnie has worked in the television medium for over 20 years…Serving as a producer and host for a variety of community programs addressing education, the arts, social service and cooking. To view the entire foodie series, visit inthekitchenwithbonnie.com

Preserving the Harvest with Ginger Pickled Shrimp & Quick Pickled Red Onions Prepared by Research & Development Chef, Stewart Lane, "In the Kitchen with Bonnie" at Lon Lane's Inspired Occasion

Ginger Pickled Shrimp Ingredients: 1 cup champagne vinegar ½ cup water 4 slices ginger, nickel sized ¼ cup coriander seed 1 tablespoon mustard seed 1 tablespoon fennel seed 1 teaspoon whole allspice 2 pounds medium shrimp 1 medium Yellow onion, thinly sliced 2 medium lemons, thinly sliced ¾ cup small capers, drained 6 cloves garlic 2 dried chilies (cayenne) broken into 20 3” pieces 4 each bay leaves 1-cup olive oil ½ teaspoon salt Directions: In a saucepan bring champagne wine vinegar; water four slices ginger, coriander seed, mustard seed, fennel seed and whole allspice to a boil, then simmer ten minutes. Let cool completely. Bring a pot of water to boil, add shrimp, remove from heat and let stand for 3 minutes. Drain, cool, shell and devein shrimp. In a glass or crock tightly pack shrimp and all

remaining ingredients. Pour champagne wine vinegar mixture over shrimp and refrigerate for 2 hours. Do not over marinate shrimp as they will become tough. Quick Pickled Red Onions Ingredients: 1 red onion Shaved thin on the mandolin 1/3 cup red wine vinegar 2T Cider Vinegar 1.5 tsp Kosher Salt 1 tsp sugar 1 smashed garlic clove 8 peppercorns 2 bay leaves 1 whole dried chili or a pinch of red chili flakes 1 tsp dry thyme Directions: Bring all ingredients to a boil, let simmer for 30 seconds. Place sliced onions in a microwave safe vessel, carefully pour liquid over onions and cover tightly. Let sit at room temperature till cool.

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his is a good question given the traction of cardiologist Wil lia m Dav is MD’s book Wheatbelly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight and Find Your Path Back to Health. In it, Dr. Davis reveals how today’s wheat is nothing like what my grandparents ate. It’s been bio-engineered to the specifications of industrial farming operations and the processed food industry. These new breeds, like their genetically modified cousins, have not been tested in humans. Today’s wheat, even whole grain wheat, is high in rapidly absorbed carbohydrates, more than table sugar or a candy bar. This causes a spike in our blood sugar, a sudden drop, then hunger and cravings. If you eat more wheat the cycle continues, every two hours. Davis asserts people who consume wheat eat 400 more calories per day than those who do not, and that the need for between meal snacks will disappear and our waistline will reappear if we eliminate wheat from our diets. Our bodies convert excess carbohydrates to fat. But, wheat-belly fat is no ordinary fat. It’s visceral fat, which means it accumulates around our organs. It acts like a gland, secreting hormones that promote inflammation. Davis has found many inflammatory diseases, including diabetes, coronary artery disease and high blood pressure, improve or resolve when wheat and it’s relatives are removed from the diet. The gluten in today’s wheat causes the body to make morphinelike compounds that make us feel good, then crash, setting up another cycle of craving. This phenomenon is well known in the autism community. When gluten containing grains are removed, autistic symptoms significantly improve in over 50 percent of the children. Thus, there is no such thing as a little bit of wheat for many people.

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Could the food pyramid, with its recommendation of 6 – 11 servings of “healthy whole grains” per day, be responsible for the epidemic of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure? Absolutely, says Dr. Davis. So should everyone eat gluten free? It may be worth a try especially in the following situations: • Any

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inflammatory condition, including heart disease and high blood pressure. Excess weight, especially when the weight concentrates in the belly. High or low blood sugar and diabetes. Skin problems such as rashes, acne, eczema and psoriasis. Mood issues. Gut problems such as gas, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, gastritis and acid reflux. Any autoimmune condition. Pain. Memory loss and neurologic issues. Low energy.

For years, I have recommended diversifying our diets with nongluten containing grains such as quinoa, rice, corn, amaranth and buckwheat, which is not related to wheat. In certain cases, I recommend avoiding grains all together. Humans have no physiologic need for grains and many people find their health improves significantly with this one step. Bethany Klug is a physician for whom food is a doorway to personal, community and planet a r y health. Learn more about her practice of “Restoring Health with Holistic Medicine” at 913-642-1900 and www.healthspankc.com.

Feature—by Colleen Nilson How is Your Mental Health?

wo markers of quality mental

his wife and he did not want to face it. Perhaps he

health are awareness and the

was dissatisfied with some aspects of his life and he

ability to make new choices. In

was afraid to analyze his dissatisfaction.

our pursuit of happiness and

Many times people who suffer from addictions

creating a life for ourselves it

are afraid to stop and figure out what the uncom-

is important that we pay attention to our inner

fortable feeling is right before they use, drink or en-

awareness when parts of our lives or our behaviors

gage in the addictive behavior. They are choosing to

are amiss. Are there areas of our lives that are

numb the feeling instead of gaining an awareness of

causing us stress and unhappiness?

the feeling. Some feelings are pretty hard to face. Do

The ability to have this awareness is a marker of

you want to face the feeling now or several years

mental health. Some of us who are not aware of our

down the road when you have hurt yourself and oth-

anxiety and unhappiness or who justify our addictive or irrational behaviors are unable to seek help to make the needed adjustment and changes. We suffer until the outside world makes us face our inner dilemma. Our spouse leaves us, we get arrested, we lose our job, or we are broke. We may have ignored our inner awareness because of erroneous subconscious beliefs like life is too hard, we do not deserve happiness, or we just are not smart enough to be successful. Perhaps we have been depressed or anxious for so much of our lives we have grown used to these feelings and have adjusted our lives around these feelings. Perhaps we have dismissed the longings of our heart and silenced them for so long we have

we don’t know what to do to change things. We think our feelings and behaviors are in control. When

To improve our mental health we first must be-

we make excuses for our feelings, attitudes and be-

come aware of our feelings--all of our feelings, good,

haviors our mental health is at risk. Are we giving

bad, peaceful or anxious. What makes us happy,

power to someone, something or some situation out-

peaceful and self-fulfilled? What aspects of our

side of ourselves? Are we in charge of our thoughts

thoughts and our lives make us anxious and uncom-

and feelings or are they in charge of us?

fortable? If we are in situations where, fear, grief or

There are situations in life where challenging feelings are appropriate; when we lose a loved one or a loved one is going through a difficult situation-grief, anxiety and depression are appropriate. At

mature and grow in wisdom?

aware of our feelings and the degree of freedom we

meaningful way.

have to choose new thoughts and behaviors includ-

was failing. He had of course been keeping this from

never have. Or, we may have blunted our awareness

his wife. When she found out, she wanted a divorce.

that there is a sadness, a longing, an unhappiness.

He was depressed. His depression was an appropri-

sue a higher level of happiness.

ings? How can we use these situations to help us

Our mental health depends on our ability to be

grown used to longing for something we think we will

what can be done to adjust the discomfort and pur-

and improve our situation while processing the feel-

us in processing these feelings and situations in a

I knew a man who had an affair and his business

our thoughts, feelings and beliefs to discern anew

sadness are appropriate, what can we do to cope

these times we may need to seek out help to assist

postponed our dreams for decades. Maybe we have

Now would be a good time to reexamine some of

er people?

ing knowing when it is time to seek help.

ate response to his situation. What one choses to do when we have made mistakes and errors of judgment will determine how quickly we regain our mental health and a high quality of life. If we admit our mistakes and investigate the reasons for our errors we

The second marker of mental health is the free-

will more quickly correct our course. Perhaps the

dom to choose a different way. For example, when

reason the man had an affair was because his busi-

we are suffering from an addiction, anxiety or de-

ness was failing and he did not choose to face it.

pression we may feel as if we don’t have a choice…

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Colleen Nilson MS, LPC is in private practice and can be reached at 913-244-6281.

Feature—by Vasavi Kumar Keeping it Real

ou've probably s e e n t h e s e headlines or similar ones: 70 percent of Americans are on prescription drugs. And among these people, 14 percent have been on prescription drugs more than 10 years. We live in a society that is so fast-paced that we've come to accept that anxiety and stress are normal. We have been brainwashed to believe that there is a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to anxiety, depression and other mental health diagnoses. Starting from a young age if your kid is too quiet, he must have autism; if he is too hyper, he must have ADD. There is so much labeling and medicating going on that we stunt our kids' natural growth process. Nowadays, It seems that everyone is either depressed or suffering from anxiety; and it's no wonder ― we don't give ourselves permission to feel much of anything, so of course we get depressed, anxious, and agitated. As a society, if we look at the food we are eating, the media

“Your outer world reflects what is happening in your inner world.” ―Deepak Chopra

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we are consuming, our lack of exercise, our limited spiritual practice and decreased connection to the people around us…who wouldn't feel depressed or anxious? Compounding the problem is the fact that, as a society, we are constantly looking for a quick fix. Popping a pill can seem easier than doing the hard work of looking inward. This can be painful, but it is where true change originates. For many people, lack of a spiritual practice is a big part of the problem. When you commit to having a spiritual practice, you learn to distinguish your ego from your higher Self, your higher consciousness. Once you do that, you realize that depression, anxiety, or mania are not who you truly are. These are ways of coping and being that you have adopted. We are so externally driven all the time that when we aren't plugged in to all those things outside ourselves, we think something is missing. We literally don't know what to do with ourselves. I know it happens to me. It is no surprise that I love to speak in front of people

– part of having bipolar disorder is getting charged up from being in the spotlight and feeding off other people's energy. When I am not doing that, I may feel a little low, but I don't see it as being depressed. I think that the feelings we sometimes mistake for depression are just our body, mind and spirit needing quiet time to renew ourselves. There is a natural path to healing and freedom, and it takes patience and commitment. Here are some steps that can make it possible: Have a strategy. Don't stop taking your medication without consulting your doctor. You also have to make sure you have a support team in place. In my case it was my parents, my sister, my best friend, my therapist, my psychiatrist and my husband. Have a spiritual practice. Whether it is meditation, yoga, prayer, or going for walks (I walk my dog five to six miles every other day), you have got to have something that is going to anchor you. That's because the medication you have been taking really has not anchored you at all; it has just numbed you.

am well aware about the lessons I have yet to learn. I have been able to interrupt my pattern of limiting beliefs and have a successful business, a deeper connection with myself and others, and live my life free from what society expects or tells me to be. I’m grateful and blessed for my journey. It's been a long road and along the way I have collected the lessons that were intended for me to learn, grow, and teach. It's my privilege to share them here at Evolving Magazine.

It takes time, planning and effort to find freedom from mental anguish and medication. Have an intimate relationship with yourself. When you allow someone to tell you, “You have depression, you need to be on medication,” you have stopped learning and stopped growing, because you have allowed someone to define who you are. Know yourself instead of having someone else define who you are. You have to be willing to go to places in your soul that you have been in denial about. Find a purpose bigger than yourself. My purpose 'saved' me. When I found a way to be of service, the attention was taken off me, and it let me turn

my 'wounds into wisdom,' as Oprah says. It has been more than 10 years since I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and going on a year now that I have lived free of medication. Do I ever feel down, like I'm in a funk? Absolutely. But I also know that doesn't have to mean that I am depressed, just that I am feeling down. It takes time, planning and effort to find freedom from mental anguish and medication. It takes practice every day, but it is possible if you believe you can change and are willing to do the work. Today, I’m a teacher and a lifelong student. I know what I know and I

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A certified life coach, Vasavi holds dual master's degrees in social work and special education. She's co-author of the bestselling book Succeeding in Spite of Everything, has been featured inThe Wall Street Journal, is a guest contributor at TheDailyLove.com a nd appears on TV as the "Keepin' It Real Guru" on Kansas City Live. VasaviKumar.com. July 2013

Spiritual Horoscope—by Aluna Michaels August 2013 Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22) Happy birthday Leo! This birth year you’re able to balance wants with needs. Make a list of your goals and wishes. Then meditate with the list. See if any seem to loose their importance or allure. Make definite steps for the ones that remain, and take action to manifest them – even if it is just visualizing your life with that fulfillment. By month’s end, you’ll take bigger steps, and have rewards in terms of work, fitness, home life or spiritual centering. Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22) Venus is still in your sign for two more weeks, helping you feel beautiful and appreciated. Hopefully you’ve learned to join in the chorus of your cheerleaders! If single, you can start a new relationship through mutual friends. You’ll both share ethics and meaningful goals. Reinvigorate a current partnership by sharing spiritual activities – yoga, meditation, even art exhibits or walks in nature. Forgive past mistakes in love, so you’re open to present love! Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22) Venus moves into your sign midmonth, creating a deep sense of abundance and gratitude. Relationships will feel centered and steady – a blessing in a Libra’s world! If dating, don’t overlook “boring” people, since you’re addicted to troubled souls on roller-coasters of emotion. You’ll soon see the merits of a grounded partner! Also, bring spirituality to your workplace, even if it is with deep breathing at stressful times to remember your connection with the Universe. Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) Whether you believe it or not, you’re a gift in people’s lives!! You’re not conceited; you’re recognizing the spiritual strength that flows through you from the Universe and into others. Meditate and get used to trusting this flow of energy. You’re important to others and they love you! Next, meditate on receiving energy back – like appreciation or grati-

tude. But also see loving support coming from others, so you can reach out when you need it -- you don’t always have to be the strong one!

ents! It’s a great time to pay off old debts – and even forgive old heartbreaks in love – so you can open to even more emotional and financial abundance!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

Meditate to be better able to stay present with loved ones. Intimacy often makes you feel anxious, like you want to make jokes, get distracted, or even run away. By keeping with spiritual disciplines, you get more used to the sense of God or your soul being closer to you. Then you can feel less nervous about others being in your emotional space. Your individuality is enhanced by love, not hampered. Also, this month you might have unexpected financial gifts!

Relationships are in a great place! Don’t be shy -- let your partner know how grateful you are for him/ her. Also meditate on your own wonderful qualities so you open to the love being showered upon you! Spiritually, stick with your meditation and inner work – it’s easy to let up when things are smooth. But stay alert to ways you deflect or minimize joy – Defeat those parts of yourself! Aries (March 21 – April 19)

Work on blending relationships with your spirituality. Meditate with your partner. Reach out to more people in your yoga class and make friends. Have a trusted pal help you better walk your talk when it comes to living your beliefs (for example – trusting your affirmations will manifest). You might even discover a coworker who is into your style of thinking!

You can be starting a ideal relationship that is a true blessing! If single, meditate and visualize the type of person who fits your spiritual standards. If partnered, meditate on forgiving their shortcomings so you can see the amazing qualities you’ve overlooked. Talk about your spiritual path to foster more intimacy. Start a meditation, yoga or prayer time together to blend as souls and not just personalities – that helps avoid many “issues”!

Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

You’ll reach a new level of success with work! Let your authentic self shine through, whatever the nature of your career. You’ll get more done with less effort. You’ll seem to have more money even if you don’t have a pay increase. You deserve this respect, so don’t downplay your tal-

Like Aries friends you could start a relationship with a spiritual bond, or be infusing a current partnership with your metaphysics. But as Taurus, it’s easy to get in a rut and view people as how they’ve always been. Meditate on how your partner is changing and growing – and how

Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)

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you are too! You both have more capacity for bonding and fulfilling each other’s needs and dreams. If single, let the past disappointments be in the past. Believe you can draw a partner in a higher consciousness. You’re evolving and it reflects in your life! Gemini (May 21 – June 20) You’ll have prosperous changes at work! There’s a way to blend spirituality into your job – or have things come together in your career that help you feel more fulfilled, even if it’s not traditionally “spiritual”. Practice integrating joy into all you do. It’s easy as a Gemini to have black and white thinking. Challenge yourself to see that all experiences and people are always for your higher good. Cancer (June 21 – July 22) Many of your dreams are coming true! To stay open to even more blessings, meditate on the happiness of all people in your life – especially the ones you don’t like, or have caused you problems in the past. This practice will clear your heart of old wounds. You’ll also feel more worthy of joy. The more joy you have, the brighter your light that then blesses others. Instead of fixing or feeling sorry for people, be the example of bliss! Aluna Michaels is a secondgeneration astrologer and Soul Evolutionist practitioner. She also holds a Masters in Spiritual Counseling and has been teaching and consulting for more than two decades. Her book Spiritual Gifts of the 12 Astrological Signs is now on Amazon in Kindle version. Ms. Michaels is available for appointments in her home or by phone. Call (248) 583-1663 or visit www.alunamichaels.com

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COUNSELING Dr. Jay Peters Marriage & Addictions Counselor. Smoking/ Weight Mgmt. Hypnosis. Regression/Past Life Hypnosis 913-339-9591 www.drjaypeters.com Elizabeth HunterHunter-Blank, LCSW Assisting clients with grief & loss, chronic & serious illness, relationship issues, depression & anxiety. 4104 Central St. KCMO 64111. 816.582.3877 Renee Herrmann, LCPC Works with those struggling with infertility, women's issues, stress/anxiety. Mindfulness & Emotional Wellness. 913 954-8380; reneeherrmanncounseling.com Counseling Counseling Services for Children & Adults Art/Music/Play Therapy~DBT Therapy. Offices near The Legends & Mission, KS, 913-244-8786 On Facebook or www.playfulawareness.com

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Terrier Talk, Christine L. Fuller, Fuller Telepathic Dog Communicator. I am able to listen with my heart and communicate on a level your dog understands and relay this to you. (913) 689-5099. Animal Medical Intuitive, Camille Pukay Animal Communicator, Psychic Healing, Body Scans, Soul Extractions, Medium, Classes. www.AnimalReikiDivine.com (816)-453-9542

ENTERTAINMENT Laura Packer, storyteller, writer, coach Storytelling for families, adults, corp/private events. B-days, weddings, funerals, holidays, classes 781-526-7255 www.laurpacker.com

PSYCHIC Nakala Akasie, Akasie, Spiritual Psychic Medium. Channeled readings by phone. 913-206-1294 WhenAngelsSpeak5@aol.com

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THERMOGRAPHY BRAS-BRAS--Thermography, --Thermography, Linda Bamber: Breast Research Awareness and Support. Safe, pain-free, no radiation. Overland Park. Linda at (417) 770-0451. www.brasthermography.com

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LEGAL SERVICES M. Corinne Corley, Corley Corley Law Firm—Family Law cases in Missouri. 4010 Washington, Ste100 KCMO. 816-753-5556 www.corleylawfirm.com The choice of an attorney is an important decision that should not be made on the basis of advertising alone.

NUTRITION & WELLNESS Debbie Leafblad, Certified BodyTalk Practitioner Healing the Body/Mind with gentle energy healing techniques in a safe and private atmosphere. Northland BodyTalkKC.com 816-977-3490

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EVENTS AUGUST 3

MAKING SENSE OF THE PSYCHIC SENSE HEALING JOURNEYS TAROT PAR- With Karen Glasgow-Follett, disTY cover how to allow the psychic Unbelievably fun and insightful! 2 sense to work for you. 6-8 p.m. at Aquarius, 3936 Broadway, 816psychics, 6 different types of readings, food, prizes & Gallery 931-6303, Readings. 7 – 10 p.m. $20 adv tix. www.aquariusbooks.com. Details & tix: www.meetup.com/ AUGUST 23-24 Healing-Journeys-with-Kaya Healing Journeys / 816-217-3359 PRIVATE CHANNELING SESSIONS AUGUST 16-18 WITH ELLIOTT JACKSON Discover of areas of your life "A DECADE WITH AADIL" AADIL where you should focus and acPALKHIVALA YOGA tion steps, $125/60 minutes; Known as the teacher of teach- $65/30 minutes. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ers, Aadil will offers sessions open at Aquarius, 3936 Broadway, 816to all students, and all levels. See 931-6303, our specials so all may enjoy www.aquariusbooks.com. some time with our beloved AUGUST 24 teacher. www.theyogastudio.com or inTANGIBLE INTUITION WITH JULIE fo@theyogastudio.com FARHA AUGUST 17 Learn how tangible your intuition is as it speaks to you through LADIES DAY OF WELLNESS physical signals in your body. It's not abstract . It's as real as your Join us at Red Bridge Family gut feeling.It is a skill that everyYMCA, 1-5 pm. Enjoy free chair one can hone. 12:30 to 2:30pm massage, handcrafted jewelry, esthetician services, bone densi- www.theyogastudio.com or inty screenings, FREE one hour yo- fo@theyogastudio.com ga and self-defense demonstraCRESCENT SPRINGS MYSTIC FAIR tions and more. Sponsored by Acosta Chiropractic. For more 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Please join us for Readings, Sessions, Sales & info contact Heather Moll 816682-6817. Treats! CrescentSprings.net 913341-2044 AUGUST 18 AUGUST 30 HEALING JOURNEY WITH MANDALAS WORKSHOP FAMILY NIGHT BLESSINGS Presented by Bhasweti Gewhas, Healing Journeys 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. exploring arts to develop spiritual Our usual Friday Blessings circle is connections, 1-4 p.m. at Aquari- open to children on the last Frius, 3936 Broadway, 816-931-6303, day of the month. Share the exwww.aquariusbooks.com.

perience of universal uplifting energy with your whole family. Kids love it! Love Offering. Details & register: www.meetup.com/HealingJourneys-with-Kaya - Healing Journeys 816-217-3359

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GRAND OPENING WEEKEND EVENTS Gala Event (September 13, 2013); Kungflow Djedi Workshop (September 14-15; 1:00-3:00 p.m.); Awaken Open House SEPTEMBER 1 (September 14-15, 2013; 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.); Yoga Rocks the PRE-EVENT SALE Park (September 15, 2013; 9:00 50% off all clothing, shoes, bed a.m.-Noon) and bath and accessories for Learn more online at Super Savers Club card members awakenwholelifecenter.com. only at Shawnee Savers Location 13233 Shawnee Mission Parkway SEPTEMBER 26 - 29 Shawnee KS 913-248-1938. ActuCORE STAR ENERGY HEALING al 50% off sale event is on SepFOUNDATIONS CLASS tember 2 Energy healing techniques and SEPTEMBER7-8 skills, theory and hands on practice. Core Star Energy Healing REIKI I & II. School 913-831-4422 Learn energy healing skills for CoreStarEnergyHealing.com yourself and others. Intro to essential oils included. 9am – 6pm, SEPTEMBER 27-29 $320 with early deposit. CEs for SOUL DISCOVERY – MAKE ROOM nurses, massage therapists, FOR A MIRACLE, FEATURING ESTER OTs. Karen Harrison, ICRT LiNICHOLSON censed Reiki Master, Leawood, KS. 816-523-4440. kaLearn the difference between ren@karenharrison.net www.kar anger and resentment, regain enharrison.net. emotional balance and spiritual mastery and much more in this SEPTEMBER 12 – 13 three-day workshop with accomplished Hay House author THE AWAKENING COURSE Ester Nicholson. For more inforUnity Church of OP Friday 6 p.m. mation, please visit – Saturday 10 p.m. Heal the past, www.awakenwholelifecenter.co transform relationships and m/soul-recovery. awaken to a higher consciousness through this transformational OCTOBER 17-19 weekend. Bring more love, YOGA MASTER JUDITH HANSON peace and prosperity into your LASATER life now! Details & register: Meetup.com - Healing Jour- Yoga practice will point us toneys / 816-217-3359 ward a deep Self-inquiry. What values shape our practice, our teaching, our life? What is the best yoga for profound bodily and emotional ease? www.theyogastudio.com or info@theyogastudio.com

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OCTOBER 18-21 CREATIVE AWAKENING YOGA RETREAT, FEATURING KIM COPE TAIT This four-day, three-night yoga practice and creative writing workshop with accomplished yogi and author Kim Cope Tait will awaken your body and inspire your creative mind. For more information, please visit www.awakenwholelifecenter.co m/creative-awakening-yoga. ONGOING MORNING GENTLE YOGA Wake up your body and soul with gentle yoga. Tues & Thurs, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Love Offering. Details & register: www.meetup.com/healingjourneys-with-Kaya 816-217-3359

THE PSYCHIC LOUNGE Join our community of spiritual seekers and conscious livers each week in the Psychic Lounge. Airs live Sunday’s at 8 pm CST via www.soulgarden.me/ontheair BE LOVE MEDITATION Join Dr. Matt for meditation and enlightening conversation each week. Thursday's @ 6:30 pm8pm. 4044 Central, KCMO. Bring a pen and notepad. Cost is $10. www.belovehealings.com for updates.

ENERGY HEALING SESSIONS FOR CANCER PATIENTS By Appointment. Since 2005 the Kansas City Healing Project has been providing energy healing sessions for cancer patients. Our clients have been experiencing a reduction of their stress, anxieNOW OPEN – ‘WHITE PETALS HAIR ty and pain levels from their STUDIO’ treatment and disease. DonaVisit us in the newly opened Sol- tion basis. Contact John Hoefer era Salon, 12020 Blue Valley at 816-718-6358 for details. KanParkway, Suite 256, Overland sasCityHealingProject.org Park. See www.whitepetalshair.vpweb.co HUMP DAY MINDFULNESS BREAK m for specials! Michele L. Ryan Wednesdays 1:00 – 1:30 pm Stylist/Owner. 913-530-7374 Round out your week with calm and peace. Dr. Klug has taught MONDAY ONENESS BLESSINGS mindfulness practice for over 15 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at The Harbor in years. $10. HealthSpanKC.com Lee’s Summit. Experience this or call 913-642-1900 or just show Blessing that shifts your perspec- up. tive of self and world. Don and PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP Jessica Palmer: www.onenessattheharbor.com last Tuesday of the month with or 816-806-1838 to RSVP. Raphael Smith. It is a love offering suggested at $10. 6:30 p.m. LUNCHTIME HATHA YOGA thestruancenter.com NORTH KANSAS CITY Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:30am KANSAS CITY RAW VEGAN FOOD UNION FIRST -12:15pm $8.00 a class Call 816-645-1818 to RSVP Saturday’s at The Struan Center 30 minute readings for $25.00 in Potluck from 2-4 p.m thestruNorth Kansas City ancenter.com Call for an appointment 816-6451818 In Person Only

SACRED RELATIONSHIP 2nd or 3rd Saturday monthly A beginning tantra class for singles and couples to experience the Divine. 7-9pm. Ipsalu Tantra Kriya Yoga teacher. Leawood 816523-4440, For flier with topic and date, karen@ karenharrison.net

KANSAS CITY MEDITATION GROUP Join us for meditation, chanting and inspirational readings from Paramahansa Yogananda, Sundays at 10 am. Visit kcmeditation.com for more information or call 816-799-5544.

REIKI CIRCLE Unity Church of Overland Park 10300 Antioch, OPKS. 2nd and 4th Mondays 7-9 p.m. Love offering. All welcome. Receive a Reiki treatment. For flier: karen@karenharrison.net. 816-523-4440

NOW OPEN – ‘WHITE PETALS HAIR STUDIO’ Visit us in the newly opened Solera Salon, 12020 Blue Valley Parkway, Suite 256, Overland Park. See whitepetalshair.vpweb.com for specials! Michele L. Ryan Stylist/ Owner. 913-530-7374

SUNDAYS K.C. OPEN DANCE JAM Noon to 1:30. Come move as the Spirit moves you. Great play lists each week at Plaza Wellspring, 1900 W. 47th Place, Suite 328, Westwood, KS. www.plazawellspring.com. MORNING GENTLE YOGA Wake up your body and soul with gentle yoga. Tues & Thurs, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Love Offering. Details and to register: www.meetup.com/HealingJourneys-with-Kaya - Healing Journeys / 816-217-3359 1ST FRIDAYS HIGHER SELF ALIGNMENT TEMPLE “OmniDimensional Transformational Cellular group session.” Remember, It Is Time… 6:30 p.m. $15, Crescent Springs, www.CrescentSprings.net 913341-2044 2ND FRIDAYS THE STONE TEMPLE 6:30 p.m. $15 OmniDimensional Transformational group process utilizing stones, music & energywork. Crescent Springs, CrescentSprings.net. 913-341-2044.

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PRE-NATAL YOGA Mondays at 7 p.m. at Gardens of Delight near Parkville. Enjoy our innovative approach to prenatal care and experience a radiant pregnancy and healthy delivery. $78/6-week session. Preregister at 816.584.0777. www.gardensofdelight.org RESTORATIVE YOGA 2nd Saturdays 10 a.m. – noon at Gardens of Delight near Parkville. Gently stretch, open the body, deeply relax and rejuvenate major organs. $25. Preregister at 816.456.2359. www.gardensofdelight.org CHAIR YOGA Mondays at 8:30 a.m. at Gardens of Delight near Parkville. $78/6 week session. Pre-register at 816.584.0777. www.gardensofdelight.org GROW ORGANIC w/GARDENS OF DELIGHT Join our community garden outside of Parkville. Your family receives a 10’ by 20’ plot. Explore growing and eating your own organic produce. Information: 816.584.0777. www.gardensofdelight.org

EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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