Evolving Magazine June 2014 by Evolving Magazine

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June 2014 ~ Vol.VI, Issue 4

A Guide for Conscious Living

CREATING COMMUNITY

DEPRESSION TREATMENT WITHOUT DRUGS

VOLUNTEERING IN KC

HOW TO HELP THOSE IN GRIEF

THE GIFT OF GIVING EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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Publisher’s Letter...

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Dear Friend, For many years my life lacked a sense of community. I’m not sure when this feeling came about, but I suspect it was a product of my children growing and leaving the nest. As a family unit I had that sense of clan, kinship and a self-made community. After the girls moved out, I wandered for years searching for something I didn’t know was missing. Something I didn’t realize was missing, that is, until I found it again in a different form.

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Eight months ago I opened the Evolving Magazine Conscious Living Center. I envisioned providing an outlet for our readers to experientially live the topics discussed in the magazine. What I didn’t expect was the incredible sense of community that I received. Each month, the “home” of Evolving is filled with laughter; everyone so happy as they connect and grow and experience tender moments. It’s a blessing I didn’t know I sought, but I am grateful nonetheless. This month, were taking community to a new level with the Conscious Living Festival. Set on three acres at the center, we’ll have two days of music, laughter, education and connection. I hope you’ll join us for this exciting event June 14 and 15. There will be a raffle to benefit the Rime Homeless Outreach Program. If you feel the desire to volunteer, several people are needed to help out both days. Email me if you are able to volunteer for any portion of the festival. And enjoy this issue of Evolving Magazine on creating community!

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Publisher Jill Dutton 913-944-1298 jill@evolvingmagazine.com Editorial Assistant Judy Kirkpatrick

Cover art made with eggshells, marbled paper and oil with a resin pour. Sandy Jorgensen is a mixed media artist living in Overland Park, Kansas. Find her on Art-felt Learning on Facebook or Mystic Afternoons. 913-626-4554 View her art on display through June at the Evolving Magazine Conscious Living Center. Artist’s Reception June 15 at 3:30 p.m.

Contributors Stephanie Forcier, Bethany Klug, Jude LaClaire, Christine Lamb, Aluna Michaels, Bonnie Rabicoff, Nancy Russell, Suzette Scholtes Advertising

Ad Design Susan Prout

Departments: Karen E. Cowdry

Connie “Crash” Humiston

EVOLVING© 2014 all rights reserved. The opinions expressed are those of the authors. The articles in EVOLVING are not meant to represent any form of medical or psychiatric care. No portion of the publication may be reproduced without express written permission from the publisher. Distribution by PDS, Inc.

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News Where’s My Sanity? Stories that Help "You can't attain sanity by just trying harder to be a better person, exercising a positive outlook, letting go, working on being happier, forgiving or meditating,” says Dr. Claudia Luiz. “These all might be great ideas. They may even lead to self-improvement. But what you need for sanity, when reason fails, are emotional experiences. Not ideas. Experiences." Many books claim they can rescue you from confusion, unhappiness and agitation. And even the best self-help programs for change can fail us. According to Dr. Luiz, sanity isn't where you've been looking. In her groundbreaking new book, Where's My Sanity? Stories that Help, Dr. Luiz delivers a unique and refreshing set of stories about the experiences that have been most effective for her patients. Included are stories about people suffering with our most common modern-day afflictions – from depression, the effects of womanizing, and having difficult teenagers, to being stuck or agitated – and then what transpires to make things better. Drawing from her more than twenty-five years of treating people, Dr. Luiz reveals a new method for change and how you too can experience it. Endorsed by the National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis and by the Society of Modern Analysis, Where’s My Sanity? reveals nine scenarios where Dr. Luiz details the emotional experiences that have been most effective for her and her patients. Then, with this new knowledge, you can start searching for powerful emotional experiences yourself. At the end of each story, anticipating what you might want to know more about, Dr. Luiz presents questions, answers and lessons she’s learned.

IGNITE Your Life! IGNITE Your Career! IGNITE Your Relationships! Sharon McGloin of Experiential Alternatives and Denise Mills of LeaderFuelNow have changed the dates and location of their IGNITE Your Life! Workshops, designed to challenge your thinking, provide new perspective, clarify your purpose and set you in a direction you choose by intention and design: Sat., June 7, 8:30 a.m. – noon (networking 8 a.m.) — Designing Your Life: Create your plan for your future Sat., June 28, 8:30 a.m. – noon (networking 8 a.m.) — Release Your Brakes: Discover what holds you back Tues., July 15, 5:30 – 9 p.m. — Lights Camera Action! Take steps toward your ideal life Check the address and save $10 each from the $49 investment by registering for two or more at www.igniteyourlifekc.com. EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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News ISSSEEM, the premier Subtle Energy, Energy Medicine Conference, moves to Unity Village June 11 – 14 In an exciting coup, ISSSEEM’s 22nd annual conference is moving from Colorado to Unity Village, allowing for a more affordable and intimate atmosphere, along with increased sharing and networking through group meals and 40 afternoon forum presentations. The June 11 – 14 conference theme is “Seen and Unseen Realities.” Early morning begins with meditation, chanting and divine singing with Dr. Bob Nunley of Holos University, followed by Qigong and Tai Chi with Dr. Roger Jahnke. On Thursday and Friday afternoons there will be 40 concurrent forums of 90 minutes each for experiential activities based on practices and perspectives that bridge science and spirit. Thursday Morning: Norm Shealy, MD, introduces “Transcutaneous Acupuncture” and his essential oil, Bliss, for pain and stress relief, followed by renowned computer technology pioneer and theorist Federico Faggin’s exploration of the “Union of Science and Spirituality.”

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Thursday Evening: The Green Spirit Band performs, capped by Heidi Svoboda’s Gong Meditation. Friday Morning: Medical intuitive Cay Randall-May, PhD, introduces an original treatise on the “Relationship of Energy and Matter,” and physicist Bill Tiller, PhD, shares experiences with autistic children in “Discovering the Power of Human Intention.” Friday Evening: Medical pioneer Dr. Gladys McGarey, MD, an advocate of the Edgar Cayce approach, shares her passion about “Consciousness in the Womb.” Saturday Morning: Author and nurse Lucia Thornton, RN, ThD, presents her views on “Whole Person Caring” and Reverend Erin McCabe offers spiritual perspectives about “Manifesting Spirit.” Saturday: Members of the Presenters’ Panel will answer questions posed, and a special Group Closing ends the conference. Attendees, limited to 300, may purchase the optional meal package and share meals at the Unity Inn. Presenters’ books will be featured in the Unity Bookstore and there is a book-signing event on Friday evening. Download the full program on the homepage of www.issseem.org.

News 10% Happier How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works—A True Story ABC News anchor Dan Harris has found a way to be happier, calmer and—according to his wife—nicer in the midst of one of the most competitive careers on earth. And if it can work for someone as skeptical and stress-prone as him, it can probably work for you, too. It’s a far cry from the heal-your-life, solve-all-yourproblems over-promising of self-help. What Dan stumbled upon is practical, doable, and scientifically researched. In a new book, Dan tells this story as only a reporter can: through deep research, tough questions, and a healthy dose of humor. 10% HAPPIER: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found SelfHelp That Actually Works—A True Story (!t Books; Pub Date: March 11, 2014; $25.99), is part investigation and part immersive journalism: one man’s acci-

dental quest to boost his happiness quotient without losing his professional drive. Working his way from local television to the bright lights of network news, Harris had always believed the restless, relentless, impossible-to-satisfy voice in his head was one of his greatest assets. How else can you climb the ladder in field like TV news without hand-wringing and hyper-vigilance? For a while, his strategy worked. Harris anchored national broadcasts; he covered wars. Then he made a series of poor decisions in his personal life that culminated in a televised panic attack in front of an audience of millions. What happened next was completely unforeseen. Through a bizarre series of events involving a disgraced evangelical pastor, a mysterious self-help guru, and a fateful gift from his wife, Harris discovered something that helped him tame the voice in his head: meditation. At first, he was deeply suspicious. He had long associated meditation with bearded swamis and unwashed hippies. But after learning about research that suggests meditation can do everything from lower your blood pressure to essentially rewire your brain, Harris took a deep dive into the underreported world of CEOs, scientists, and even marines who

are now using the practice to boost their focus, reduce their addiction to technology, and stop being yanked around by their emotions. Stacks of books on meditation piled up by his bedside, and Harris became a daily meditator, starting with 5 (excruciating) minutes. Before long, he found himself on a ten-day silent meditation retreat, which in a flash, went from the most annoying to the most incredible experience he’d ever had. But meditation did not transform Harris's life into a parade of rainbows and unicorns. Life’s problems still reared their heads. Could he use meditation to navigate a series of fresh career crises? Is it possible to be "zen" and successful? Written with candor and a wicked sense of humor, 10% HAPPIER is a spiritual book written for, and by, someone who would otherwise never read a spiritual book. It is both a serious and a seriously funny look at mindfulness and meditation as the next big public health revolution. Dan Harris is co-anchor of ABC News’ Nightline and also co-anchor for the weekend edition of Good Morning America.

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Journey to Wholeness—by Jude LaClaire, Ph.D. The Gift of Giving

ime is a very precious commodity so giving it can be a great gift. Volunteering is encouraged in the United States and there are many opportunities to be part of our local communities by giving our time and talents. Surprisingly the receiver gets as much or more than he or she gives. There is a growing body of research that indicates volunteering, in addition to social benefits, offers great health benefits. According to the Corporation for National & Community Service, “Those who volunteer have lower mortality rates, greater functional ability and lower rates of depression.” Older volunteers are more likely to receive greater benefits from volunteering. HELPGUIDE.org authors, Joanna Saisan, M.S.W., Melinda Smith, M.A. and Gina Kemp, M.A. cite four benefits to volunteering: Connects You to Others Volunteers often create programs, staff them and give countless hours to better

the community in so many ways. Being a volunteer gives back by helping a person make new friends, expand the personal network and provide an opportunity to practice social skills. Volunteering with friends or family can be a way to deepen our existing connections while making new ones. Good For Your Mind and Body Volunteering increases self-confidence, self-esteem and life satisfaction. It can also reduce depression by giving one a sense of purpose and ending social isolation, one of the key risk factors for depression. States with the highest rates of volunteerism have lower rates of mortality and heart disease. A study by the London School of Economics in a large group of American adults found that the more people volunteered the happier they were. The rate of happiness for people who volunteered monthly went up seven percent, 12 percent for people who volunteered two to four times a month and sixteen percent for those who volunteered weekly. Interestingly this hike in happiness is comparable to having a yearly income of $75,000$100,000 versus $20,000.

Can Advance Your Career: Volunteering can help you get experience in your area of interest and meet people in the field. It also gives you an opportunity to practice skills needed in the workplace such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, project planning, task management and organization. You can try a career without any longterm commitment. In addition to experience you may receive extensive training. You may be improving skills you already have while helping the community. Volunteering hours are required for some scholarships, are viewed positively for admission to some schools or programs. Many businesses also look favorably upon one’s volunteer contributions. Brings Fun and Fulfillment to Your Life Volunteering can give us an opportunity to experience a different kind of work. For example, you may have a sedentary desk job and would enjoy a community garden, leading local hikes or helping at a children’s camp. It can be a way to explore interests and passions, find an energizing escape from your day-to-day routine. Studies have found there is a

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‘volunteering threshold.’ Those who volunteered at least one to two hours a week (about 100 hours a year) had the largest benefit. As the first of the large Baby Boomer population (1946-1964) enter the retirement age, a large group of people is available to help solve community problems. Volunteering is the gift that keeps on giving. Give yourself a gift — try it!

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.

Wisdom Within—by Suzette Scholtes How to Help Those in Grief

hen my sis died from suicide a long time ago, I learned there was a lot more to grief than I could ever imagine. When someone we care about experiences a loss, words often fail us. It may leave us stammering for the right thing to say. For those in their grief, they feel pain and sadness; they may share more tears than words. No words are needed. Be present. Our grief takes many forms: death, illness, car wrecks, financial woes, moving away, loss of friends, loss of a pet, etc. Doing nothing at all helps no one. Hundreds of folks showed up for my sister’s wake. They spilled into the street waiting to offer sympathy. Abundance of food arrived each day. It is not high on the fun list; but do attend the funeral or wake. It shows you care. Sympathy cards help as well. Calls help. Even if it goes to voice mail, just say thinking of you and sending a prayer. They may feel too numb to talk. Psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross in her 1969 book, On Death and Dying, was inspired by her work with terminally ill patients and is now largely accepted by the public. The stages are: 1. Denial, 2. Anger, 3. Bargaining, 4. Depression and 5. Acceptance. This includes all feelings such as blame, self-pity, sadness, fear and anxiety. In January this year my best friend’s father died after a long illness. It felt good to listen to her: and, if helpful, share my experiences around death. I knew she felt my empathy. One’s beliefs about death may vary. The good that comes is that it teaches us how much we love and matter to one another. A friend and I had lost contact. When I read on Facebook that her husband, who had been to our house for dinner many times, had died young at age 57 of cancer, I felt so bad. I didn’t know he had been ill. I called her and she remained calm as I wept. “You didn’t have time to prepare,” she said to me. He left us the gift of renewing our friendship. A few guidelines: #1Grief belongs to the griever: Do not talk…Listen! Allow them their grief. It is a personal experience.

#2Stay present and state the truth. It's tempting to make statements about the past or the future when your friend’s life holds so much pain. Avoid using clichés such as, “They finished their work here" or “They are in a better place." Stick with the truth: "This hurts. I’m sorry. I love you." #3 Do not try to fix the unfixable. Your friend's loss cannot be fixed or repaired or solved. The pain must be felt. #4 Anticipate Avoid saying, "Call me if you need anything," as your friend will not call. Because identifying a need and then making a phone call may be light years beyond her capacity. Make concrete offers: "I will be there at 4 p.m. on Thursday and take you grocery shopping," or "I will walk your dog tomorrow.” #5 Be Sensitive to Their Wants That empty water bottle beside the sofa may look like trash, but may have been left there by her husband just the other day. His shirts and pillowcases may be the last things that still smell like him. #6 Do projects together There may be difficult tasks that need to get done such as cleaning drawers and closets. Your presence is powerful and important. #7 Love Above all, show your love. Be willing to stand beside the gaping hole that opened in your friend's life without turning away. My friend kept saying, “My heart is so broken.” Be willing to not have any answers. “I know,” I said, “So Sorry. I love you.” Be strong enough for them to lean upon you.

In 2014, dream new dreams at The Yoga School of Therapeutics. Enjoy classic yoga with certified teachers. Our yoga promises health and happiness whether 18 or 80. Be met with a smile and feel so much better in heart, mind and body. Scholtes, an award-winning writer, serves as Director of Teacher’s Training and Founder. 10400 W. 103rd St, OP, KS. theyogastudio.com or info@theyogastudio.com or 913-492-9594.

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Holistic Health—by Nancy Russell, M.D. Depression Treatment without Drugs

epression treatment used to have a very good outcome. If you went to your physician with symptoms of depression 30 to 40 years ago, he or she would tell you that you could and would get better. You’d be assured that most depression episodes run their course without specific interventions such as drug treatment. Now advertisements that all but hypnotize you into believing that this drug or that will help you feel better – especially if it turns out that you’re one of the twothirds of people on antidepressants who aren’t getting better. When it comes to side effects, many people are aware of the most common ones, such as sexual dysfunction and sedation. And if you go back to the TV, you’ll see that some of these negative effects are mentioned in the ads. Other side effects, such as substantial weight gain, increased glucose and impaired lipid metabolism, can be so unpleasant that people on these drugs just stop taking them.

Nutrition Also Plays an Important Part It’s already known that many additives, preservatives and food colorants can cause behavioral changes as well as sugar and gluten grains. One of the most recent and highly plausible theories that explain sugar’s impact on your mood and mental health is the connection between sugar and chronic inflammation. As explained by Dr. Russell Blaylock, high sugar content and starchy carbohydrates lead to excessive insulin release, which can lead to falling blood sugar levels, or hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia, in turn, causes your brain to secrete glutamate in levels that can cause agitation, depression, anger, anxiety, panic attacks and an increase in suicide risk. The dietary answer for treating depression is to severely limit sugars, especially fructose, as well as most grains.

Exercise: One of Nature’s Best Alternatives to Maintaining Good Mental Health A Duke University team studied three groups that tried exercise only; exercise plus drugs; and drugs only, to see what treatment best treated depression. They found that after six weeks, the drug-only group was doing a tiny bit better than the other two groups. The drug used was Zoloft. They hypothesized that the best stay-well rate would be those with drugs plus exercise. Ten months later, it was the exercise-only group that was most successful. "Simply taking a pill is very passive," said study leader James Blumenthal. "Patients who exercised may have felt a greater sense of mastery over their condition and gained a greater sense of accomplishment. They may have felt more selfconfident and competent because they were able to do it themselves, and attributed their improvement to their ability to exercise. “Findings from these studies indicate that a modest exercise program is an effective treatment for patients with major depression. And if these motivated patients continue with their exercise, they have a much better chance of not seeing their depression return.”

What To Do if You’re Already on Medication for Depression A cautious approach to discontinuing prescription drugs is advised with the assistance of a qualified and knowledgeable clinician. Ideally, this would be someone who has roots in natural health, and who will help you use natural, healthy options such as dietary changes, exercise, and relaxation techniques. Assessing neurotransmitters can determine what amino acids, minerals and herbs can help naturally balance brain chemistry and can assist in helping depression, anxiety, insomnia and lack of focus. Always remember that these three primary factors — exercise, addressing emotional stress, and eating right — can make you feel at the top of your game.

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How the Sun Can Influence a “Sunnier Disposition” Another essential nutrient in the treatment of depression is vitamin D. One study found people with the lowest levels of vitamin D were 11 times more prone to be depressed. Have your physician check your vitamin D level.

Nancy Russell, M.D. has been a holistic Internal Medicine physician in the Kansas City northland for over 30 years at 5140 N. Antioch Road in Kansas City, MO. Her phone number is 816-453-5545 and website is www.nancyrussellmd.com where you can get more information. Dr. Russell is board certified in holistic medicine and is a member of the American Holistic Medical Association and a prior board member.

Revelations—by Christine Lamb Sage Center for Yoga and Healing Arts

age Center for Yoga and Healing Arts recently moved just two blocks south, but their new location feels like a different world. Owner Sarah Kucera D.C. designed the layout of the space according to Vastu, the Indian version of feng shui, with the help of an Ayurvedic consultant. The result is warm and welcoming, with an asana room, four treatment rooms, and a chai bar in the retail/ reception area. In Vastu, first the sacred center is determined. It is advised that this space be kept clear of obstruction or permanent structures like a wall and marked with a special symbol or decoration. At Sage the wall bordering this area has been handstenciled with a beautiful gold on gold design. The entire floor plan is then divided into quadrants representing the elements. Ideally one would place plumbing elements in the water quadrant, entrances in the air quadrant, etc. If that is not structurally possible, you can hang something on the wall, a mirror or picture, or use color to invoke and/or balance the desired element. Because this center is a haven for healing, much of the design is done in warm, grounding colors, right down to the fixtures – bronze, gold and brass instead of silver and chrome, which are cooling and more stimulating. The overall effect is calm, simple and inviting. Ayurveda is often referred to as yoga's sister science and is based on the premise of the three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Each dosha is associated with the elements (air/ether, fire/water, and earth/water, respectively) and attributes, or gunas, from the following list: heavy/ light, dull/sharp, hot/cold, oily/dry, smooth/rough, dense/liquid, soft/hard, static/mobile, subtle/gross, and cloudy/ clear. Each of us has all three doshas in some combination, encompassing all the elements and their attributes to our unique degree, and our blend at birth remains our true constitution, called the prakriti. However, at any given moment this recipe may be “out of balance” due to environmental factors like diet, weather, time of life, or stress. This imbalance, or vikruti, can lead to discomfort or even disease and Ayurveda seeks to return one to balance through asana, dietary changes, personal practices, herbs, oils, pra-

nayama, meditation and more. Most imbalances are an indication of an excess of one or two doshas, and the treatments seek to pacify these surpluses. For example, a person with a vata imbalance might be advised to do grounding postures, oil her body, get a massage, reduce light crunchy foods like crackers and popcorn, and add steamed and root vegetables and stews. Sage is a unique yoga studio infused with Ayurveda at every turn. While the yoga classes are not always structured specifically on doshas, all the teachers and staff have been trained and exposed to Ayurveda and all personally practice at least some aspects. They teach being balanced rather than just giving students what they want, which is often contrary to what they need. Weather, world affairs, the seasons and other environmental factors can play a part in the composition of any given class. You're not likely to be practicing vrksasana, tree pose, on a crazy windy day. What sets this healing center apart is their offering of genuine Ayurvedic treatments like Shirodhara (warm oils poured gently over the forehead), foot massage with marma point therapy (a type of accupressure), guided seasonal cleanses, and personal consultations with Sarah, a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner. Ayurvedic herbs and teas are available for sale, as are personal products for use in dinacharya, daily routines, like tongue scrapers and dry brushes. Future treatment offerings will include herbal steam treatments, full-body therapeutic abhyanga (oil massage), marma point massage, and more. The next nearest center that offers Ayurvedic treatments is in Vedic City, Iowa. Come experience Sage at their Open House on June 6, 5:00-8:00pm. Patrick Shaw, author of "Chai Pilgrimage," will give a chai-making demonstration from 56 with different recipes to suit your Dosha. See m o re at h t t p :/ / www.experiencesage.com/open-house Christine Lamb is a Certified Holistic Health Coach and RYT500 who specializes in coaching and teaching mature beginners. Contact fogeyyogi@gmail.com. EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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In the Kitchen with Bonnie—by Bonnie Rabicoff Yia Yia’s

oday one in three children in the United States is overweight or obese. To address this issue in our community, chefs from “In the Kitchen with Bonnie” have come together to create easy, fun, affordable and nutritious meals and snacks. We hope to encourage families to cook together and dispel the myth that healthy food is too expensive and timeconsuming.

Bonnie Rabicoff is the producer and host of the multi-media 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.” To view the entire foo die series , inthekitchenwithbonnie. com

Breakfast "On the Go" with Buckwheat Blueberry Pancakes, a Breakfast Pizza or Burrito Prepared by Executive Chef Martin Woods (Yia Yia's) and Chef/Owner Josh Eans (Happy Gillis) "In the Kitchen with Bonnie"

JUNE EVENTS Evolving Magazine Conscious Living Center 6115 Nieman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66203 See event listings for complete info. Contact each workshop instructor individually to sign up. To host a workshop at the center, contact Jill Dutton: jill@evolvingmagazine.com. June 7 —Let’s Let’s Get Grilling with Craig Jones

June 20 —KC KC MasterMind Group, Carole Henderson, guest speaker

June 11 and 25—Far Far Out Meditation with Daniel Sharpenburg

June 21 —Akashic Akashic Records Meetup with Stephanie Forcier

June 12—Sample Sample Young Living essential oils

June 23 (4 weeks)—The The Business of Writing with Jill Dutton

June 14-15 —Evolving Evolving Magazine Conscious Living Festival

June 26—Earth Earth Walk with Daniel Moler

June 18 —Finding Finding Holy Spirit Mother with Shirley Fessell

June 28-29 —Reiki Reiki I Certification with Cindy Lais

For the Buckwheat Blueberry Pancakes: ½ cup buckwheat flour ½ cup organic cornmeal ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 1 ripe banana mashed 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 cup organic soy milk 1 cup blueberries Mix all dry ingredients together. In a separate bowl, mix wet ingredients together. Set blueberries aside. Combine dry and wet ingredients and add blueberries. Use a vegetable oil spray in the pan and fry pancakes. For the Breakfast Pizza: 1 cup spinach 2 egg whites ½ tablespoon pesto ¼ cup crimini mushrooms ¼ cup diced onions 1 small tomato 2 oz mozzarella Multigrain tortilla (store bought) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sauté the onions mushrooms. Then add the spinach, wilt. Add egg whites and cook through. Top tortilla with pesto. Add

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the cooked items. Layer on top the tomato and mozzarella Place in oven directly on the rack. Cook until cheese melts For the Breakfast Burritos: 1 TB canola oil 1/2 oz all natural lean ham, diced small 1 oz organic black beans, rinsed 1/2 oz Roma tomato, diced (about 1/4 of a tomato) 1/2 green onion, sliced thin 1 free range egg, beaten 1/2 oz pepper jack cheese, grated 1 ea whole wheat tortilla Favorite salsa/hot sauce Heat oil over medium heat in a saute pan. Add in ham, brown lightly. Add black beans, heat through, then add tomato and green onion. Season with salt and pepper. Add in beaten egg, incorporate and mix until set. Top with grated cheese. Place filling in whole wheat tortilla, top with favorite salsa or hot sauce (Cholula is great). Fold up bottom of tortilla first, and fold over each side to secure. Devour.

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Food First!â&#x20AC;&#x201D;by Bethany Klug, D.O. Spring Cleaning for Body, Mind & Spirit

y husband and I took a week off in May for a juice fast. What? Take vacation time to fast? Why on earth would we do that? The short answer is that we both feel much better after a fast. Our sleep, energy, mental clarity and overall outlook improve. Our skin and eyes look brighter. Our minds slow down and quieten leading to deeper meditation and overall peaceful countenance. I think of it as spring cleaning for body, mind and spirit. We all carry a toxic load. When this load exceeds our ability to store or detoxify it, then health problems result. According to Steve Meyerowitz, author of the book Juice Fasting and Detoxification, fasting was used traditionally to improve a wide variety of ailments. Notice how many effect the organs of detoxification mentioned above: Allergies Asthma Bronchitis Hay Fever Hives Rheumatism Obesity Insomnia Headaches Inflammation Arteriosclerosis High or low blood pressure

Acne Psoriasis Ulcers Boils Liver problems Constipation Gall Stones Diarrhea Tumors Periodontal disease

Today, few doctors would recommend fasting to treat illness or for health promotion. The good news is the majority of people can fast on their own. In my clinical experience, patients who are willing to fast and practice other detoxification methods make significant leaps forward in their health. However, pregnant and nursing women should not fast. People with any kind of organ failure, such as type I diabetes, congestive heart or kidney failure should not fast without medical supervision. The first time my husband fasted he

experienced fierce hunger pangs on the second day of the fast. Day two is always the most difficult as the body shifts fuel sources. Normally the liver stores excess blood sugar then releases it when the blood sugar level dips. By day two, the liver is running out of glycogen and the hunger can be intense. The body then turns to fatty acids for fuel. This process isn't very efficient, and produces ketone bodies as a by-product. However, ketone bodies are thought to suppress the appetite. Once this process is underway, hunger disappears and a feeling of clarity and well-being ensues. Proper preparation also makes the first two days easier. Meyerowitz suggests a three-day pre-fast diet. Day one consists of cooked veggies, salads, fruits and juices and excludes processed foods, grains, breads, dairy, fish, eggs and other animal foods. Day two consists of raw salads, fruits and juice, and day three, raw fruits and juices only. If your diet is heavy on the excluded foods, it may be helpful to take a few more days to gradually remove them. Fasting gives us a chance to rest, repair, restore and even turn back the biological clock, one reason scientists are now interested in caloric restriction, a fancy word for fasting. Caloric restriction has been shown to increase the life span in primates and rodents by 40 percent or more. Increases in growth hormone and sex hormones have been noted, along with reduced insulin and cortisol levels. It is thought that caloric restriction invokes genetic programming that optimizes metabolism, slows aging and lengthens lifespan.

Bethany Klug DO is a physician for whom food is a doorway to personal, community and planetary health. Learn more about how she helps people live a lifespan of health at www.HealthSpanKC. com Learn more about her juice fast on the Health Span blog at www.healthspankc.com, click on HealthSpan Blog at the bottom of the page.

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order to offer our community fresh and exciting experiences. The key ingredient to these events is not the planning, timing and scheduling, even though these things are necessary. The key ingredient is love -- love for self and love for the community. When we listen to love and let love guide us, we hear the voice of community; we hear the voice of one heart. It is not the individuals, but the one community heart that creates the events and blesses the spaces and locations where they are held.

ommunity is created in the hearts of every individual. Each one of us weaves a unique thread in the communities with which we interact. We are each given the opportunity to contribute our gifts, talents and abilities; and also to explore how what we share harmonizes with the gifts of others. Community offers each of us the chance to see ourselves in a new light, to challenge our growth and to strengthen our core values. On the heels of the recent tragic shooting at our local Jewish Community Center and Village Shalom Retirement Community, we are given the opportunity to open our hearts to our greater community with the energy of peace and love. Such love that we transcend any perceived differences. Such love that we come together in the spirit of unity, of one heart, and heal together. As we are reminded that we live in a world of great extremes, we are gifted with choice. We get to choose how we respond, interact and lead. Folk artist and gifted musician, Ani DiFranco, said, “I know there is strength in the differences between us. I know there is comfort where we overlap.” And, here it is, so simply yet eloquently said: Our diversity is what makes life vibrant. We are a mosaic of colors, tones and vibrations. Each of us is a shining face of the multi-faceted jewel of community. We are a community that beats with one heart, whose vibrations explode into a fascinating and interesting melody in which each of us is a unique expression. So, this is beautiful, yes, but what do I do? What do we do? How do we co-create a world that is for our highest good and the highest good of all? The answer is love. By sharing the love in our hearts with those around us and our communities, we create the loving world that is our true nature. By acting on love, we co-create the community of our highest potential. Explore your local options and show your community support. There are many groups that meet

We are a community that beats with one heart, whose vibrations explode into a fascinating and interesting melody in which each of us is a unique expression. on a regular basis to share interests and passions. Whether you join a walking group at the Overland Park Arboretum, a Mom’s group at the birth center, adopt a pet, visit a local farmer’s market or attend a spiritual group discussing new and exciting concepts, take a step to interact with others and contribute the gift of your presence. Venture out to those community centers, studios and facilities where mind, body and spirit are treasured. Find people and organizations that overlap. Check out those places where theatre meets athletics, where yoga meets artwork, where spirituality meets sound healing, where circles of this city’s finest share their gifts with community. The Kansas City spiritual community is a diverse web of individuals that are widely connected. We share spaces, explore nature together, refer services and offer community events. Many of us have partnered together, blending our gifts in EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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You who are reading this, you are a part of this community. You are a valued piece of the evolving heart. Allow yourself to get involved and become evolved. Start with sharing your presence. Next, share your thoughts, ideas and gifts. Create a community group or event. Open your heart to the one heart. A few more page turns or clicks and a calendar of events awaits you. You are evolving, we are evolving, and our community is evolving. Let love be your guide, and co-create community now!

Stephanie Forcier is a Certified Teacher and Advanced Practitioner of Linda Howe’s Pathway Prayer Process to accessing the Akashic Record with over a decade of experience. She is also a Certified Angel Practitioner. Stephanie actively offers certification classes, events, workshops, and personal sessions and facilitates Akashic Record Meet-up groups. For more information: www.InnerWisdomEvolution.com, 816-260-2438 or Facebook www.facebook.com/

Spiritual Horoscope—by Aluna Michaels June 2014 Gemini (May 21 – June 20) Happy birthday Gemini! Mercury turns retrograde, helping you with issues of self-esteem. Meditate on your value. Focus on positive affirmations about your strengths and spiritual gifts. Finances are also connected with esteem, so as you have emotional breakthroughs, you’ll also open the floodgates of prosperity! Also, reach out to new friends and try fun new hobbies and activities. Cancer (June 21 – July 22) One of your main life themes is developing a sense of security. This month, focus on meditating on a spiritual vision that connects with the strength of your soul. See yourself as a tree with deep roots that are joined with the source of everything you need. This is available to you at all times. When you are emotionally and spiritually secure, you can enjoy life! Also, your inner resources will effortlessly support others and you won’t feel drained. Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22) Don’t dread June’s Mercury retrograde. It’s here to help develop your intuition and soul connection. Increase meditation time – and it needn’t be traditional. Go for walks in nature; take long baths; practice yin yoga or just sit and breathe. Ask for messages in dreams and keep a notebook by your bed. Guidance that comes reveals subconscious issues that keep you from deeper intimacy – and also releases prosperity blockages! Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22) If you’re having money arguments with your partner, it’s covering disappointment about lack of connection. Commit to spend more time together doing spiritual things – nature walks, art exhibits, meditating together or saying gratitude statements about each other. Your renewed bond will birth amazing

solutions to financial issues. If single, meditate on loving affirmations to increase self-worth and money solutions will come too! Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22) You could be edgy this month, so please take extra meditation and quiet time so you don’t cause unnecessary drama. Also closely examine eating habits. It’s likely that you’re allergic to something that affects your emotional and hormonal balance. Maybe eliminating gluten and sugar is a start? Once your head is clear you’ll make better work and relationship decisions. Have daily stress reduction techniques to keep your spiritual connection going throughout the day. Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) Mercury is retrograde, bringing opportunities for deep meditation and reflection! You’ll be able to see patterns that make relationships challenging. Be gentle with yourself! Your ego wants to dwell on “flaws” and keep you stuck. Instead, forgive yourself and ask your intuition for solutions – then act on those solutions! Bonds will others will improve – and you’ll also feel comfortable in your own skin! Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) June heals intimacy issues. Having “space” is crucial to you. You also get bored and need variety more than the average person. Meditate

and have courage to examine your heart for childhood wounds that caused deep disappointment. You’re actually an idealist, but can appear frivolous because of past hurts. Forgive those experiences and open your heart to commitment with worthy people! Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) Mercury’s retrograde, potentially causing communication confusion in close relationships. To avoid pitfalls, meditate to reveal the roots of disharmony, and let your loved one know what you want to do to make things smoother on your end. Ask to meditate together to create a level of connection that transcends mere words. If single, you can attract a spiritually-minded person who “gets” the deeper parts of you. Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) As an idealist, you’re often disappointed with others. You have courage to live your truth, while most people don’t. Meditate on this deep pain that makes you feel isolated or betrayed. Mercury retrograde shows how you take your feelings out on your body with bad eating habits, addictive substances, or disrespecting your need for rest and serenity. Treat yourself well, forgive other’s their frailties, and you’ll attract emotionally stronger people! Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20) Neptune, your own planet, retrogrades this month, forcing you to look at boundary issues. Meditate on your needs and desires. Get clear about who you are and what you want in life and love. Write it all down and ponder action steps. At month’s end, talk to loved ones about changes that must happen. Outline what you need from them, and also how you’ll be changing. Be gentle, but stick to your truth. If single, you’ll attract people with the karma to love you and respect healthy limits!

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Aries (March 21 – April 19) If there’s problems erupting in relationships, dive into your subconscious with meditation. You’ll see childhood issues that cause the challenges. You could also see past lives that are being triggered by current stress. Remember today’s “stuff” is pointing at old patterns. Broaden your thoughts to the bigger picture. If angry say, “What is the root of my reaction?” Look beyond symptoms to find and fix the cause! Taurus (April 20 – May 20) This month’s Mercury retrograde really opens your intuition! Seek out friends and activities that support your soul’s growth. You might get a group together who want to meditate and explore metaphysics. You likely know a few spiritual folks, but haven’t utilized each other in this way. Also, take care of your body with healthier foods, so your mind and spirit have a good home in which to grow and flourish!

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) 5831663 or visit www.alunamichaels.com

ALTERNATIVE HEALING At the Healing Place, Massage, Cranio Sacral Therapy, Reiki, ChanRi, Chakra Balancing, Astrology, Tarot, Past Life Regression, Intuitive Bodywork (816) 415-2607 www.atthehealingplace.com Nature Spirit Holistics Energy Medicine expert Author Cathleen Miller—Intuitive therapies, Conscious life counseling, Spa events, seminars www.livingthespiral.com 913-499-8514 Justin & Sharon Orth - Spring Forest Qigong Practitioners/Healers and Certified Qigong Level 1 Instructors. EFT (BAS/ADV) www.meetup.com/Spring-Forest -Qigong-Meetup-Group/ (913) 244-0167 for info.

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Village Wellness Connection: Therapeutic Massage techniques, Professional Counseling, Meditation/ Yoga & more. 816-803-8056, Jomaco821@hotmail.com www.V-WellnessConnection.com

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 Sheri Parker Taylor, LSCSW, Psychotherapist Master Coach/Trainer of Hypnosis & NLP WWW..KansasNLP.com;785-224-5798 Merci379@aol.com Individual Sessions/Classes

EDUCATION Holos University Graduate Seminary Studies in Spirituality & Health. Graduate degrees grounded in scholarship, intuitive inspiration, self-development & Research ~ 888-272-6109

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Ronnie Wilson, Energy Healer, CranioSacral Therapist Creator of Quantum Shift Energetix 913-906-9986—www.innerjourneyhealing.com Randy Veitenheimer: Creative Energetic Health 30+ years training in Eastern, Western & Native traditions.(785) 766-9253 www.meetup.com/ Health-and-Healing-with-Energy-Medicine/

ENTERTAINMENT Laura Packer, storyteller, writer, coach Storytelling for families, adults, corp/private events. B-days, weddings, funerals, holidays, classes 781-526-7255 www.laurapacker.com Karen Elise - Psychic Entertainer & Coach Tarot / astrology - corporate / private events Fun for weddings, birthdays & graduations 913-636-9502 - www.KarenElise.com

HYPNOSIS/EFT New Day Hypnotherapy, LLC Carol Henderson, CH. Stress, Fears, Stop Smoking, Lose Weight, Grief & more. www.newdayhypno.com 913-908-6907 Alternative Healing Modalities by Sherri "Shakti" Mack Past-life Regressions, Quantum Hypnosis, & more! 913-514-2644. bahasherri@yahoo.com

PETS 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. N2Paws Offering Doga (doggie yoga): an integrated approach to balance and relaxation for you and your canine companion! pat@n2paws.com

PSYCHIC Carol Ann Brown Intuitive Readings, Mediumship, DNA Repair Phone or in Person, 785-317-0448 http://www.thebodytherapeutics.com

REAL ESTATE Put the OM in your home, Lanae Blattner Licensed Realtor in Kansas/Missouri Lanaekc.com; 913.633.4930; lblattner@remax.net

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LIFE COACH Teri Higbee, Radiant Living Expert: Expert Weight Loss, Energy Therapies, Prosperity, Empowerment Processes, Clarity of Purpose, Shamanic Astrol. LoveWisdomWellness.com; 913-219-6788. Healing Thru Music and Life Coaching For more info. Contact Kathleen (913)206-2151 or Klmamuric@yahoo.com $25.00 per session. Laura Wolf, Transformational Life Coach Unlock Your PASSION, POWER & PURPOSE Counseling, Breathwork, Yoga, Shamanic Journeys www.shamansheartsanctuary.org 913-721-6655

NUTRITION & WELLNESS Ayurveda Practitioner, Stephanie Kieltyka Mohr works to find health & relieve disease with recommendations for diet, exercise and lifestyle. www.GoWithSteph.com Deborah Ann Jantsch, MD, MBA, FACOG, Holistic OB/GYN/hormones/weight loss/detox/ allergies/anti-aging/longevity. 816.719.1588 www.naturallyhealthcareforwomen.com Kimberlin Hypnosis, LLC Kathleen Kimberlin, CHt Smoking/weight loss/childbirth/past life/behavior www.HYPNOSISEMPOWERS.com Call for free consultation (816) 305-8418

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The Journey Home, Retreat and Event Facility Retreats, Conferences, Weddings, Parties www.journeyhomeretreats.com, near KCI 816-501-6350; info@journeyhomeretreats.com

SHAMANISM Daniel Baxley, Shamanic Healing and Teachings, Pachakuti Mesa Tradition. Sweat Lodges, Workshops. 816-769-7343, www.shamanicpathways.net

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

YOGA Yoga ~ over 20 years experience. Emphasis on alignment & safety. New and ongoing students. Seeking Solace Yoga Studio, 7501 Mission, PV, KS 913-302-2439 seekingsolaceyoga.com The Yoga School of Therapeutics Kansas State Education Board Approved School 10400 W. 103rd Street, #14 Overland Park, KS (913) 492-9594;

Events JUNE 1 CRYSTAL BOWL MEDITATION 3665 W 95th St, Leawood, KS 662062034 7pm $15 JUNE 3 CLEARING AND TRANSFORMING YOUR ENERGY AROUND MONEYBegin shifting your energy around money, freeing you to be more purposeful and prosperous. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. $25 Vivian Faulkner, Money Coach and Energy Healer 913-7353183 Core Star Energy Healing School, 6045 Martway, Mission, KS JUNE 4 SHARON KNIGHT IN CONCERT Neofolk Romanticque-Celtic Concert, $10, 7-9 p.m. at Aquarius, 3936 Broadway (rear entrance), www.aquariusbooks.com, 816-9316303. JUNE 4 10-DAY SUGAR DETOX 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Your Wellness Connection. Cost $195 per person and includes the book, supplements and group coaching. More info and to register: www.yourwellnessconnection.com/ event-calender/10-day-sugar-detox JUNE 5 CRYSTAL SINGING BOWLS WITH JEFF KLEIN Rejuvenate and center with the healing sounds of crystal bowls by Jeff Klein, 7 – 9 p.m. at Lotus Yoga: www.lotusyogakc.com. Pre-register $20; at the door $25.

JUNE 6 HIGHER SELF ALIGNMENT TEMPLE “OmniDimensional Transformational Cellular group session.” Remember, It Is Time 6:30 p.m., $15, Crescent Springs, CrescentSprings.net. 913-341 -2044 JUNE 7 LET’S GET GRILLING WITH CRAIG JONES Kick summer off with the Mr. & Mrs. of

Kansas City Grilling: Craig Jones (Food Network's Grill Mayor) and his wife Gay are teaming up to get your summer started off with a sizzle...and a bang. Learn how to tame the flame, turn your grill into a smoker and cook full meals on your grill. This class will cover basics for the novice and advanced techniques for the “well seasoned” griller. You'll get plenty of food as well as many of the Jones' favorite recipes to try on your own. 11 a.m.—1:30 p.m. at the Evolving Magazine Conscious Living Center, 6115 Nieman Rd., Shawnee. $50 per person or $80 per couple. Sign up at: www.savoryaddictions.com/ grill-class.html JUNE 7 IMPROVING SELF-ESTEEM WITH EFT AND HYPNOSIS $10.00. Sign up through the Communiversity: http://www.umkc.edu/ commu Class number 5312A. Carol Henderson, Certified Hypnotherapist www.newdayhypno.com 913-9086907 JUNE 7 DESIGNING YOUR LIFE: CREATE YOUR PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE IGNITE Your Life! workshop w/Sharon McGloin and Denise Mills, 8:30 a.m – Noon, location TBA. See ad in this issue and/or www.igniteyourlifekc.com. JUNE 10 OPEN HOUSE AT LOTUS YOGA So much more than Yoga! Explore our Wellness Center at 15053 Nall in Leawood. 5 – 8 p.m., huge giveaways, kids’ activities, fun for all! Info: www.lotusyogakc.com. JUNE 11 AND 25 FAR OUT MEDITATION WITH DANIEL SHARPENBURG There is a place within you that is nothing but love, truth, and peace. We can dwell there together. Come sit with us. This event will include Silent Illumination meditation and some discussion. This is a designed to be for both beginners and longtime meditators. You don't have to be a

Buddhist or even have an interest in spirituality to come sit with us. 7-8 p.m. Love offering. EMCLC, 6115 Nieman Rd., Shawnee. daniel.scharpenburg@gmail.com to register. 913-433-3963

By Emily Foster, Reiki Master/Teacher, at Connie Crash’s in Shawnee, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Reiki I Saturday: $150. Reiki II Sunday: $175. Both classes: $300. Register: efoster8@kc.rr.com or 913.669.2026.

JUNE 12 SAMPLE YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Sample Young Living essential oils as you discover their medicinal properties and how to use them for prevention and healing your specific health challenges. 6:30 p.m. EMCLC

JUNE 18 FINDING HOLY SPIRIT MOTHER 7 - 8:30 pm. Shirley Fessel, a professional educator with Divine Balance, will be present new research and photographed artifacts of women's leadership in early Christianity on DVD at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at EMCLC, 6115 Nieman Rd, Shawnee, KS. A Sacred Circle will follow for participants. RSVP at Fessup2@msn.com by June 17 or call 816 651 5997. Space is limited.

JUNE 12 THE STONE TEMPLE 6:30 p.m., $15 OmniDimensional Transformational group process utilizing stones, music & energy work. Crescent Springs, CrescentSprings.net. 913-341-2044. JUNE 12-14 ISSSEEM 22ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE AT UNITY VILLAGE Moved from Colorado to KC! 40 cutting-edge forum presentations, opportunity for lunch with the presenters, including Norm Shealy, limited to 300 persons. See ad on back page or http://holosuniversity.org/issseemconference.html. JUNE 14 ONENESS FAMILY COURSE Come have a wonderful, healing, spiritual experience with the whole family! Kids and parents have course material and meditations tailored to their ages. Ages 6-14/15 9:30-2:30 In Merriam, KS Investment-$100 per family Angela Reed 913-514-4986 JUNE 14 CRYSTAL BOWL MEDITATION 102 NE Green Street, Lees Summit, MO 64063 7pm $15 JUNE 14 TUNE INTO YOUR WELL-BEING 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Your Wellness Connection. Cost $20. More info and to register: http:// www.yourwellnessconnection.com/ event-calender/tune-into-your-wellbeing-3 JUNE 14 & 15 REIKI I & REIKI II CLASSES & ATTUNEMENTS

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JUNE 19 OPEN HOUSE AT LOTUS YOGA So much more than Yoga! Explore our Wellness Center at 15053 Nall in Leawood. 5 – 8 p.m., huge giveaways, kids’ activities, fun for all! Info: www.lotusyogakc.com. JUNE 20 KC MASTERMIND Noon-1:30. Bring a sack lunch and listen to Carol Henderson discuss EmoTrance, a therapy that allows uncomfortable feelings to flow easily and naturally out of your body. It is easy to do and easy to learn. $10 at the Evolving Magazine Conscious Living Center, 6115 Nieman, Shawnee. jill@evolvingmagazine.com to register. JUNE 20-21 REFLEXOLOGY Fri from 6-10 p.m., Sat from 9:00 – 6:00 at WellSpring School of Allied Health. $204. Register: Jaclyn Sherrer at 816523-9140 ext 107. www.wellspring.edu. JUNE 21 PRS: TAPPING EXAMPLES & DEMOS With Virginia Mofid, 7 – 10 p.m. at Westwood Community Center, 4700 Rainbow Blvd. Westwood, KS. More info: www.prskc.org. Nonmembers $5. JUNE 21 BRIAN HENKE GUITAR CONCERT $10, 7-9 p.m. at Aquarius, 3936

SERENITY PAUSE™ MEDITATION 7 DAYS A WEEK - 365 DAYS A YEAR, 12:10pm-12:40pm and 5:30pm—6:00pm, Myrtle Fillmore JUNE 21 Chapel, Includes instruction and disAKASHIC RECORDS MEET-UP cussion. Serenity Pause™ meditation Come explore timelessness in the sessions are available to people form Akashic Records. Transcend past, preall walks of life and from all religious sent and future. Immerse in the energy backgrounds and spiritual traditions. of now. 10-11 a.m., (love offering) EMThese sessions are offered daily at CLC 6115 Nieman Road, Shawnee, KS scheduled times throughout the week, RSVP to host: Stephanie Forcier, 816JUNE 26 EMCLC, 6115 Nieman, Shawnee. $200 making it easy for you to drop by and 260-2438 stephaEARTH WALK Space is limited. To register or for drop in to a place of peace and senie@innerwisdomevolution.com Experience self-healing through conmore information, contact Cindy at renity - away from the hustle and busnection with the natural world. cindy@hbirdhealing.com or 816-308tle of daily life. No previous meditation JUNE 21 experience is necessary. Each meditaJourney into your inner landscape. 3970 AKASHIC RECORD SESSIONS tion time includes meditation instrucDaniel Moler (teacher, artist, writer, Treat yourself to a personal Akashic JULY 8 tion, time to sit, and time to discuss. shamanic practitioner) will be teachRecords Session with Stephanie Forcier ing the primary concepts of shamanic CLEARING AND TRANSFORMING YOUR Both chairs and mat/cushions are proand connect to the path of your inner ENERGY AROUND MONEYvided. All Serenity Pause™ meditation practice and leading a meditative wisdom. 11:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m., sessions are offered on a love offering journey for healing and connection. 7- Begin shifting your energy around (discounted rates) EMCLC, 6115 Niemoney, freeing you to be more purdonation basis. Unity Temple on the 10 p.m. Love Offering: $30 EMCLC, man Road, Shawnee, KS Plaza, 707 W. 47th St, KCMO 64112 6115 Nieman Rd., Shawnee. Register poseful and prosperous. 7:00 p.m. www.InnerWisdomEvolution.com Call 9:00 p.m. $25 Vivian Faulkner, Money www.unitytemple.com or call 816-561on Facebook: https:// Stephanie for appt: 816-260-2438 Coach and Energy Healer 913-7354466 www.facebook.com/ 3183 Core Star Energy Healing School, events/1514073505487411/ JUNE 21 AND 22 6045 Martway, Mission, KS REIKI CIRCLE AT UNITY CHURCH OF ENERGY WORKSHOP FOR THE ORACLE JUNE 28 OVERLAND PARK CARD READER JULY 12-13 FREE SHAMANIC BREATHE AMERICA 10300 Antioch, OPKS. 2nd and 4th LAWRENCE METAPHYSICAL FAIR Learning to control and direct your JOURNEYING Mondays 7-9pm. Love offering. All energy can add a new facet of accu- Deep cyclical breathing, evocative Sat. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Sun. 11 a.m. to welcome. Receive a Reiki treatracy and intuition to your readings. 6 p.m. at Douglas County Fairgrounds. music and energetic bodywork to ment. For flier email kaJohn Hoefer and Sarah Van Ness at $5 adult, under 12 free. 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EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

June 2014

EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

June 2014