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Spiritual Connections Newsletter
June 2010

In This Issue
Calendar of Events
Ascension Shock
Spiritual Journeys
Article on CST for Pets
Featured Member
Migraine Prevention and Relief
Whats New?
Noticeboard
Calendar Of Events

Shelleys workshops


JUNE 2010

Thu 3rd -   Teachings From the Christ Consciousness
                 Christine Bannigan 7-8.30pm

                         www.rahousepublishing.com


Fri 4th -     Speak Easy Workshop- Christine Bannigan
                 Ettalong Beach 9.30am -3pm

                          www.rahousepublishing.com

Fri 4th -     Kirtan- Yoga For the Heart
                 7pm- Yogaways Terrigal

                           http://www.yogaways.com.au

Sat 5th -     Art for children, 7-12 years.
                  Zoe Fletcher Art Studio, Springfield
                  www.zoefletcher.com , 9.30-12noon

Sat 5th -      Attaining 5th DimensionWorkshop
                  Telos Australia- 10.30am to 4pm.
                   http://www.telos-australia.com.au

Sat 5th  -     Women In Essence- 10am- 12pm
                   Virginia Ede Ph: 0414 696355
                    Davistown


Sun 6th -     Teachings From the Christ Consciousness
                   Christine Bannigan 3-4.30pm, 
                   www.rahousepublishing.com
 
Sun 6th -      Free Community Yoga Class

                   9am Yogaways Terrigal
                   http://www.yogaways.com.au


Fri 11th -      Serendipity- Art Through Meditation. 
                    Zoe Fletcher Studio, Springfield
                   www.zoefletcher.com

Sat 12th -     Spiritual Journeys- Melissa Cooper
                    St Fiacre Distillery Gardens 1pm-5pm
                    click for Info

Wed 16th -   Spiritual Journeys- Zoe Fletcher
                   St Fiacre Distillery Gardens 1pm-5pm
                   click for Info


Fri 18th -     Louise Herman Platform Mediumship
                   www.louisehermann.com 
                   Davistown Hall 7.00pm.

Fri 18th -      Drum Making Workshop
                    Mt Tambourine                                       
                    9am- Wolf Drum                

Sat 19th -    Healing Day 2-4pm

                   Bamboo Buddha Cafe, Holgate. 
                   Melissa: melissacrozier@live.com.au     



Sat 19th -     Serendipity- Art Through Meditation.
                   Zoe Fletcher Studio, Springfield
                   www.zoefletcher.com


Sun 20th -    Pregnant and Prepared-  Workshop

                   11am- Yogaways Terrigal
                    http://www.yogaways.com.au

Sun 20th-     Angel and Spirit Guide Workshop

                   Susy Plummer-  Love & Serendipity
                   www.angelandspiritguides.com


Sat 26th -     Brilliant Butterflies- Soft Pastel

                   Zoe Fletcher Studio, Springfield
                   www.zoefletcher.com


Sat 26th -      Spiritual Journeys- 
Virginia Ede
                    St Fiacre Distillery Gardens 1pm-5pm
                    click for Info


Sun 27th -     UFO Research Meeting- 2pm
                    Niagara Park Community Centre
                   joannkanda@hotmail.com

            
For further information on the above events-
visit the website:www.connectionsofspirit.com
Events will be updated throughout the month.
Details of events are on "Events and workshops" or "groups and meditations" pages.

Ongoing Events


Weekly Events

(see Events Page for more info)

Mondays

10am - Facing Death to Embrace Life-  Gnostic Forest
7pm - Quantum Discussion- Gnostic Forest


Tuesdays

10.30am - Beginners Drumming Course - Gnostic Forest
1pm- Recovering -   Gnostic Forest
7pm-  Intuitive Awareness Classes- Love & Serendipity- Shaz Butterfly


Wednesdays

9.30am-midday- Art Drop in Class, Zoe Fletcher- Springfield
10am - Wednesday Talks -  Gnostic Forest
1.30pm - Philosophy -  Gnostic Forest


Thursdays

10am -Inner Journeys - Gnostic Forest


Saturdays

2.30pm- Urban Goddess - Gnostic Forest  Woy Woy
10am - Facing Death to Embrace Life-  Gnostic Forest
7pm - Quantum Discussion- Gnostic Forest

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Monthly Events


Saturdays

1st Sat - Women In Essence -Virginia Ede
1st Sat- Telos Australia 5th Dimensional Meetings
2nd Sat - Spiritual Journeys and network meeting- St Fiacre Cafe
3rd Sat - Healing Day -Bamboo Buddha
4th Sat - Spiritual Journeys and social gathering- St Fiacre Cafe

Sundays

2nd Sun - Shamanic Drum Workshop- Woy Woy CWA Hall- Shaz Butterfly  Ph: 0431 315074- 7.30pm
Last Sunday of month- UFO Meetings
Last Sun of month- Conscious Life Meditation Gathering
 New Earth Centre - Umina

Tuesdays

Each 2nd Tues (fortnightly)- Awakening Spirit Talks, Love and Serendipity.

Wednesdays

3rd Wed- Spiritual Journeys- st Fiacre Distillery

Thursdays


1st Thurs -  Fears, Phobias and Past Life
Regressions with Brendan - Love and Serendipity
3rd Thurs - Spiritual Cinema
12 noon at Gnostic Forest  Tickets $8.00
7.30pm Cinema P
aradiso Cinema no 5

Fridays

3rd Friday- Conscious Life Satsang/Kirtan- 7.15pm- Venue TBA

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Groups and Meditations


Mondays


10am - Facing Death to Embrace Life-  Gnostic Forest

10am-12noon- Exploring life purpose- McMasters Beach- 6 week course starting 3rd May

11 am - Conscious Life Meditation (Guided)
 Woy Woy


7pm - Quantum Discussion- Gnostic Forest


 7.30pm -Qi Gong- McMasters SLSC (11Jan to 8 Feb)

7pm- 9pm- Exploring Life Purpose- McMasters Beach- 6 week course- starting 3rd May



Tuesdays

10.30am - Beginners Drumming Course - Gnostic Forest

11.30- 12.30- Meditation- Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre- Shaz Butterfly


1pm- Recovering -   Gnostic Forest

2pm-4pm- Womens Meditation Circle-  then 7.30-9pm -souljourn.yolasite.com


7pm- 8.30pm- Meditation with Chrisitine Bannigan - Love and Serendipity


Wednesdays

9.30am- Conscious Life Meditation Insight Health - Karalta Rd Erina
10 am- Connecting to the Inner Self- Gosford- Barbara Rose and Trish.

11am to 12pm- Meditation with Shaz Butterfly at Love and Serendipity

7pm - Meditation-  Gnostic Forest

7.30pm- 9.30pm -Spiritual Development Meditation with Heather Mills- Chittaway Bay.

Thursdays


12pm - Expressive Soul Dance Classes- 8 week courses- for kids and teens.

1pm -Healing Meditation Classes - Gnostic Forest

10am -Inner Journeys - Gnostic Forest

6.30pm- Platinum Alchemy Weekly Meditation Classes- Avoca Beach

7pm- Intuitive Development Class - Gnostic Forest


Saturdays

2.30pm- Urban Goddess - Gnostic Forest  Woy Woy

Sundays

10.30am to 11.30am - Yoga Class with Ron Terry- Bamboo Buddha - No bookings required. Only $12 per class.


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Courses

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June 2010
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7th June - 7.30pm Hatha Yoga -6 week Course

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July 2010
______________________

July 22nd- 10 week course

Fundamental Feng Shui

Love & Serendipity

Gosford

http://www.blissfengshui.com.au

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22nd-30th July- Soul Code Bali

www.newearthcentre.com

Full details or inquiries to be sent to shantari@newearthcentre.com

Or 02 43 41 4200

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Ascension Shock
Jorge BelloWhy are so many people feeling a deep depression and a feeling of not wanting to be here on the planet any more? I have been receiving an increased amount of mails from people saying much the same thing. Where, they ask, is the Joy and the Fun?

A friend asked about a soulmate relationship that had seemingly been brought to her almost as an answer to her prayers, but that had caused the collapse of her present partnership and had not brought anything else in the way of joy and love at this time. She felt confused and a little cynical and disillusioned about this as well.

The answer to both these questions is related.  The energy on the planet began to increase in Radiance and Intensity, allowing the first wave of Ascension candidates to break through to the Ninth Dimension of Consciousness. At this level, you take on "Global Stewardship and Mastery". You are really in the graduating class of the Ascension process!

But, the irony with this phase of the Ascension process, is that you are required to be absolutely GROUNDED and connected to the Earth, otherwise you will spin off into illusions and delusions. So the "Ascension" becomes a "Descension" into your body. And this is a full "descension", you have to incarnate fully and completly in order to carry the high vibrational energy of expanded consciousness.

Now, as you fully incarnate, maybe for the first time in your life, you may experience two important reactions. Firstly, your body comes under a great deal of physical stress, including depression, and secondly, you begin to see that much of what you have believed and accepted has been illusion. But these steps are a necessary part of the process.

Firstly, the Depression that you feel. Depression is a Base Chakra issue. It is caused by blockages in the base chakra that do not allow enough of the vital life force to reach the physical vehicle. So the person becomes tired and disillusioned and cannot see a way forward. The base chakra also carries the memories and impressions of your childhood years.

Initially, as you incarnate fully, the base chakra begins to clear, and you feel very tired and irritable, since the energy levels in the base chakra are being gradually raised and increased in the grounding process. There may also be anxiety episodes and insomnia, as the increased energy stresses the body. But know that the body will find its balance, the body is designed to stay in balance.

Now, know that there have been repressions and blocks that have been in place for many many years, that involve deep feelings and childhood memories, but the body will heal and find the balance once it is allowed to release these FEELINGS and replace them with new feelings. For the key here is FEELINGS.

As the base chakra clears, you are put in touch with all the feelings and reasons that initially made you close off and create blocks and repressions that you may have successfully carried all your life. But, now you connect with your Inner Child on a very deep level. You start to feel isolated, vulnerable and frightened. You become very aware of pain and suffering, and you don't understand why you chose to come here.

In short, you are connecting with the deep hidden FEELINGS of your Inner Child. As the Heart opens in the process of Ascension, you begin to connect with the deep memories of the Heart that lie beneath the rational mind and that often motivate much of your subconscious behavior.

The heart is wounded by the experiences of childhood. You were unable to express your love, you felt isolated and cut off from Spirit, and you did not want to be here. These are the deep memories of the Heart. These are the deep memories that you are clearing away and healing. You are healing the deep wounds of your childhood heart.

And so, you are being given this time to really connect deeply with your heart and to FEEL what needs to be felt, in order to heal and release.

The healing will not come from telling yourself that everything is fine. People told that to you all your life. You need to FEEL that on a very deep level. To feel within your Heart and Soul that all is indeed well, that being on the planet was a good choice, and that you are here for a reason. And above all...that you are SAFE.

Now, it may seem very different to you, for when you look around you see war and suffering and pain. But know, that these are choices that are being made, and you do not have to be part of these choices, you can make another choice. And know too, that if those who chose violence understood that their choices come from a deep fear lodged in their heart's in their early years, they might choose differently as well. In fact, they may well do so, as now is the time of the deep healing of the Human Heart.

So, understand,  that you are now truly feeling, rather than thinking. And you are learning to listen to what your body feels, and to learn to align those feelings with the impulses from your Higher Self and Soul.

Know that the loneliness and the isolation are illusions from childhood, as your soul leaves the radiance of the soul family and takes on material form. Matter feels dense and dark, and the soul feels panic and loneliness and abandonment as it struggles in this new place. And so all the "mythologies" of "dark" and "light" and struggle are born. It is time to release them and understand that they are no more than childhood stories that you made up to explain why you felt so lonely and alienated and lost. You are no longer children. You are empowered beings of light and you live in the Radiance of Divine Love.

It is time to begin to see and perceive and feel the "Oneness" and the Unity and the Love between the souls who are the Human Family.

So, as you deal with these deep feelings of depression and shock, know they are illusions. You are always loved and you are always connected to the Source and to the Light and Love. You can never be alone because you are part of the Great Heart of the One!

And so it is, that this feeling of being alone and lost is a FEELING. It is a genuine soul feeling from your past, and many past lives, that needs to be addressed and dealt with. And you can do this by gently telling that Inner Child that it can release those feelings and see them as illusions. Allow yourself to see and FEEL the light that warms you and holds you and know that it is indeed safe to be here.

And that you chose to be here for a reason, and that as you grow and heal in your heart, that reason will become ever clearer to you. And that reason will be Joy and Love and Growth! You will see the adventure of life as it is meant to be!

As for the Soulmate issue, well we can tell you that as your soul clears away old issues and your heart becomes "clearer", you begin to connect with people on the Heart level and the soul level. That is because you can now "see" with your heart or with your feelings. But, often this gift is in advance of the deep healing that needs to occur in other aspects of your being.

And so it is that you may attract a soulmate before you are fully ready to manifest the relationship. You see the soul is ready, but the physical reality is not yet. Spirit is always ahead of physical reality. This is part of the necessary alignment between soul and body that constitutes "grounding". The soul must wait and work with the body.

So, you may be like a little child, wanting to grab the candies before they disappear. In effect the soul is learning to work with the heart and the feelings and the body, and to let you know that you must wait until all is in place before manifestation can take place.

This is the law of "Divine Timing". The soul may show you a perfect soulmate because you are now sensitive enough to perceive the voice of your soul right now, but you still need to work until material conditions allow the manifestation of that relationship ,which exists in the spiritual, to be grounded into the physical.

In the meantime, accept that you are in transition, and that things are changing rapidly in your life. Maybe these changes are too rapid, and you are feeling a little shock. At times like these, you need to really call on Spirit for help and guidance and support. It will be given. For what is happening here is merely an alignment between soul and body. If the soul is more powerful than the body, then there will be a period of adjustment as they calibrate to the speed of the other.

And feelings of shock, anxiety and not wanting to be here are part of the deep stress of this new alignment between Higher and Lower.

But, at the end of this process, you will have a fully healed and opened heart, and your Higher and Lower aspects will be fully aligned. And then you will be ready to manifest and create and experience the deep joy of the physical plane on the New Earth.

As for your spiritual work, know that the most important work you can do now is connect with your inner turmoil and find peace. This will complete your Ascension, for you are in the final phases, the grounding phases of the work. For the goal of Ascension is to bring heaven to earth, and not for you to leave the earth.

So, as you align with Spirit you will find peace and joy. You will release the depression and you will become a fully integrated human angel.

It is indeed a great privilege and an honor to be among the first wave to experience the completion of the Ascension process, as you finally heal your Heart and come into complete physical balance.

Be kind to yourself, nurture yourself, spend time in peacefulness and tranquility. But above all, know that you are deeply loved and supported as you do this important transitional work.

Jorge Montero Bello
www.indigosandcrystals.com

If you are experiencing Ascension Symptoms, you can join a support network to talk about your experiences and get advice. Contact Nikki Freeburn on 0415 207 887 or email senseofinspiration@yahoo.com.au

For spiritual advancement and support healing sessions:
Tracy Robbins 0410 498 373 lumin.essence@live.com.au
Nikki Freeburn 0415 207 887 senseofinspiration@yahoo.com.au

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Greetings!

Welcome to the June Spiritual Connections newsletter.   Spiritual Connections continues to expand and change over June.  This month we are taking up headquarters at St Fiacre Distillery and are looking for practitioners to join us.

We now also run Spiritual Journeys talks on Wednesdays for those who have other committments on Saturdays.  That means you can look forward to 3 talks per month.  The Spiritual Journeys now also start at 10.30am with readers and healings available until the talks start at 1pm.

Spiritual Connections facebook page is a place that you can paste any events or can be used as a noticeboard, however in order for the events to be seen in date order and emailed to the members, you will need to also list them on the site via the form on the calender page.  There are now facebook pages for Spiritual Connections in  Melbourne, Brisbane and Townsville, so let your friends in those areas know!

If you haven't already,  you can join the email list by clicking on the link on the website and filling in your details.  If you are receiving this email you may already be a member and can amend your membership details to select whether you get monthly newsletters, invitations to events, specials and freebies or all of the above.   If you would like to see specific events or services listed on the site or in the newsletter, drop us a line and let us know.

Hope you enjoy the newsletter, now packed with more news and articles ...
Spiritual Journeys
Spiritual Journeys are a series of talks and interactive gatherings which are held three times a month on the 2nd and 4th Saturday and the 3rd Wednesday.  The name reflects the nature of speakers who are not only talking about the service they provide or the information they have come to share but also how they journeyed to get there.

The talks offer the opportunity to meet with like minded people and talk about interesting topics, mingling over an organic coffee in beautiful garden surrounds.  When we express our thoughts and talk about our journeys we expand ourselves and others.

The Central Coast and surrounds attracts some amazing, talented people who are enriching the lives others through their gifts.  We each have a purpose and our journey through life reveals how we have come to learn all aspects of that purpose to be able to share it with others.  By understanding not only what people are doing, but why they are doing it and how they have reached this point, we are understanding their divine message and role and how that fits into our own lives and lessons.

Spiritual connections understands that by the law of attraction, the people who attend for the talks are the exact people who need to hear the message of each individual speaker as there is something in their journey or message that is valuable to each member of the group.  There may also be someone in the social gathering afterwards who you need to connect with.

You are welcome to bring fliers and brochures advertising your services.  If you have books, CDs or Crystal to sell you are welcome to bring these. The talks are interactive so feel free to join in or to simply listen.
 
Spiritual Journeys is offered at the gorgeous St Fiacre Distillery, previously called "The Fragrant Gardens", alongside the "Spiritual Visions Gallery".  Organic Sacred Grounds Coffee and food is available prior to the talks which now run from 1pm to 2pm.  Following the talks, there are several hours to mingle over coffee.

New addition!!  From 10.30am to 5pm on the day of the talks, medical intuitive readings, life psychology by numbers and Rekindled ancient wisdom treatments will be available...so come early!!

For any readers or healers wishing to offer your services on this day or any other day, there are some opportunities on the horizon...please contact Tracy 0410 498 373.

Our next Speaker on the 12th June is Melissa Cooper
Melissa Cooper

Melissa's experience as an Intimacy, Relationship and Sex Coach on the NSW Central Coast has inspired, challenged and supported hundreds of people in realigning with their relationships.

She is dedicated to a life of awakening the higher consciousness in men and women, taking them on a positive and transforming journey through love and sex - to embrace their truth, love who they are and have fulfilling relationships.

Through the Art of Intimacy and her various products, programs and coaching and with her ineffable style, humour and grace she will open your body and mind to what we all long for........LOVE & CONNECTION!

Many years of researching and exploring what both men and women are searching for in relationships and why we are emotionally and physically out of sync with each other, inspired Melissa to write the controversial book "Why Women Close Their Legs & Men Have Affairs. The Art of Intimacy".

Melissa is an internationally published author, Intimacy, Relationship and Sex Coach and Ordained Minister, who speaks at seminars and conferences nationally.  A regular on radio as well as writing for national and international publications.  Mel is captivating, engaging and incredible to listen too.  She motivates you and inspires you to believe a new consciousness about the relationships we share.  Mel is sexy, dynamic and funny as she delivers her sermons on sex, love and the many life experiences we face in the 21st Century. With over 15 years experience, Mel will introduce you to new concepts, beliefs and ideas on the way we can engage ourselves in love and sex daily.  Mel is in high demand as one of Australia's leading speakers, presenters and coach.


http://melcooper.com.au/

Our speaker on the 16th June (Wed) is Zoe Fletcher
Equine Cranio
 I feel my life is like the ocean, sometimes calm, then wild, then middling, an interesting life so far. Always full of change, children, living, loving and learning. My spirit soars with the ocean, its freedom, power and unending ebb and flow, like a pulse. It feels a part of me, then at other times I feel isolated from the natural world around me. I have to remember to walk the ocean shore, sit by the lake glittering in the sun, see the sea eagle land on its nest, touch the trees and bracken ferns, hear the birdsong. All so simple; a salve for my soul, and so easy to forget when busy and absorbed.

In a constant state of wonder and excitement at how incredible it is, I paint the beauty of our planet, and feel a deep sadness around the ecological problems and the extinction of so many species. My heart is with our earth and sometimes the only thing I know is to paint something of it, lest it disappears.

In 2005 I began to train in Gestalt psychotherapy. This form of therapy, taking into account mind, body and spirit, empowered me to release old negative conditioning to clear the way for more of the real me, to explore, and to be a little braver. Fun and fantasy began to emerge in my paintings. A tiger with wings - no, don't be silly, my critic self says. Why not have some fun and really allow myself to go where I haven't dared to go before.

Zoe's latest paintings reflect the immense spiritual journey she has embarked upon and incorporate her gestault therapy skills and teaching skills as she nurtures her students through their own spiritual growth.  Her new series not only captures you with their colour and purpose but the characters are tangible as their presence touches you with their healing intentions.  Prints will be available for purchase on the day.

 www.zoefletcher.com

Our speaker on the 26th June is Virginia Ede

Virginia Ede
Virginia Ede of Ambience Wellness Centre, located in the serene suburb of Davistown, would be the first to admit that she wears quite a few 'vibrational and energetic' hats in her chosen profession.

Advanced Level Bowen Therapy practitioner, educated in Level I Australian Bush Flower Remedies, Angel Intuitive, Level II Reiki practitioner, Facilitator of women's support and inspiration groups "Women in Essence", and educator and journey guide for positive Lifestyle Development and Guidance workshops "Life's Inner Journeys".

However it comes as no real surprise to anyone who knows Virginia that her absolute Number One inspiration and passion revolves around ANIMALS!  

As a certified Cat & Canine Muscle Release Therapy practitioner (Bowen Therapy for Small Animals) and an Equine Muscle Release Therapy practitioner (Bowen Therapy for Horses) in training, Virginia is constantly expanding her experience, knowledge and expertise when travelling the healing field for these delightful and highly intuitive creatures.  

Her latest adventures now include experiencing the wonders of Matrix Energetics with Marion Vaughan, and embarking upon Animal Communication with renowned communicator Trisha McCagh.

Virginia continues to be inspired with the true magic that she experiences daily when connecting with animals, and is looking forward to revealing her experience in the power of intuitive hands-on therapies.

www.ambiencewellnescentre.com.au
Ph: 0414 696 355

Migraine Prevention & Relief

What is Migraine

Migraines are characterised by severe headache and often nausea with varying degrees of neurological symptoms such as numbness, inability to speak, sensitivity to light and noise and are often preceded or followed by low energy and feelings of depression or ecstacy.  Migraine, when frequent can have a severe effect on the sufferers life, requiring long periods of bed rest and isolation.   
 
Immunologists have noted that 30% of migraine sufferers have a sensitivity or intolerance to tyramine or a broader range of "Amine" rich foods such as chocolate, fruit, alcohol, and a number of vegetables and meats found very substantially in
modern diets.  Many of these foods are considered healthy by society but in sensitive people can cause migraine.  Products containing amines include essential oils, air freshener and paints.  Avoiding these foods and chemicals can significantly reduce incidence of migraine.
 
Other typical migraine triggers can be diet, stress levels, low blood sugar levels, dehydration, hormonal cycles, pregnancy, temperature change, sunlight, low magnesium or Vitamin B, medications and HRT, or strong emotions such as shock or
excitement to name a few.  These triggers effect opening and closing of chemical channels within the body, causing the veins and arteries to constrict and suppressing blood flow to the brain.   
 
Often people effected are those who are sensitive to others emotions and needs, sometimes so much so that they take on the problems of others. Common emotional patterns I have found associated with migraine are feelings of not being good enough, over responsibility, feelings of being judged and perfectionism.  

I have noted in CST treatments that there is a lack of life force energy within the midline of the sufferer.  Often the sacrum (base of spine) has clamped down and reduced flow of cerebrospinal fluid to the brain.  I have also noticed that digestive disorders can lead to migraine by effecting the biochemistry of the body via reduced absorption of nutrients from the digestive tract or by allowing large proteins to seep through into the bloodstream.

What is CranioSacral Therapy (CST)?
It is a powerful, yet extremely gentle hands on therapy, using no force or manipulation. The therapist listens with her hands to what is going on in the body and in this way identifies and relieves pains,  tensions and stagnation held in the body and its extended energy field. It is such a gentle therapy that it is safe and suitable for all ages and appropriate when other therapies may be unsafe, such as during pregnancy and for newborns, young ones with learning difficulties and after an operation, accident, fall or injury. CST can also be used to attain and maintain optimal health, in particular in relation to stress.
 
Along with lifestyle and dietary changes and vitamin supplementation, CST can be a valuable adjunct to migraine relief and prevention. Ongoing CST treatments can rebalance the body and restore flow in all systems, such as blood flow, cerebrospinal fluid, hormonal systems and chemical channels as well as addressing emotional and energetic factors.

Migraine is a multi -system disorder which is often agrivated by stimuli imposed onto the system such as medications or external chemicals, often creating a feeling of overwhelm.  It requires a wholistic approach to wellness in a modality which is led by the body such as CST.  
 
Tracy Robbins RCST (Registered Craniosacral Therapist)
0410 498 373
www.myluminessence.com
lumin.essence@live.com.au
Featured Member

Introducing Tina A Wake-
Spiritual Author
The Glimpse

"People ask me why I wrote 'The Glimpse' and I will answer the same each time.  To expand worldwide consciousness.  The book is not just aimed at people who already believe in the New Age philosophies, but at everyday people who are looking for reasons for their existence.

I believe that once you have read, or been exposed to new information, your brain rewires itself to adjust.  This is what I mean by expanding consciousness.  I hope that everyone gains something from the book, or at least starts to question certain aspects of their life, with the view to improve it for the good of all.

In this way, the more people that read 'The Glimpse', I would hope, the more people who expand their consciousness.  Now I am sure you have all heard of the Hundredth Monkey theory in the animal kingdom, where once a certain percentage of an animal population learn something, it instantly becomes part of the rest of their populations psyche.

Humans are the same, so the more of us that expand our awareness, the more likely it is that we all will.  I would love to see our world played out as peaceful and tolerant like in 'The Glimpse' wouldn't you?"

The Glimpse is available from Angus and Robertson bookstores or from Tina herself when she comes to speak for us at Spiritual Journeys in July.  (ISBN # 978-1-921574-65-8)

Of course the book is also available on line through the publisher Zeus Publications.

For further information:  http://www.theglimpse.com.au/

You will be able to read further information about Tina as of the 1st June via the "Introducing" Page on the Spiritual Connections website.
How Can Feng Shui Help During Menopause?
Marlih Jung
In Feng Shui, water  is the element related to menopause which represents the Career Sector in our home and life, and if we go a little deeper it also represents our Life Path.

As our bodies follow a natural cycle, we should go through this natural cycle called menopause with minimal symptoms. So why do some women suffer while others don't? Why do some men develop prostate while others don't?

Between 40 and 60 we often realize that our jobs are no longer as fulfilling as they used to be. This often brings with it fear, paranoia and anxiety (nervousness or extreme mood swings), yet we don't make changes because we are too comfortable in our role and with our income.

Yet if we don't do some serious soul searching and follow our intuition and make the necessary changes we create an imbalance in our life which in turn affects our health. The organs that will be affected most are - yes you guessed correct - Kidney, Bladder etc which are represented by the water element within our bodies.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, "kidneys" could be used to refer to all of following: the kidneys, urinary bladder, constitutional & sexual energy, bones, marrow, and the dynamic of that whole layer of the body.  All of these are associated with one thing: the water element. The emotions which create imbalance within this element are fear, paranoia and anxiety.

There are several body imbalances that will be found during menopause associated with Kidney yin and yang.  The Kidney yin declines, which is associated with classic signs of heat and dryness - hot flashes, night sweats, dry skin and mucous membranes. There may be diminished hearing or ringing in the ears. Kidney yang weakness is associated with cold - cold extremities, cold back and belly, declining sexual vigor, urinary frequency or incontinence. For men prostate or other sex related issues may occur.

At any age, when the Kidney Qi is weak, there can be problems with water metabolism, urination, fertility, or sexuality. This person could be anxious, fearful, and withdrawn, and in more severe cases, phobic. 

Take the time and look at your career (water) sector in your home, making sure you use the southern hemisphere bagua (see my website  www.blissfengshui.com.au ). Take note of whether this sector of your home is missing, if there is clutter or if there is too much of one element in this sector  (Water, Wood, Fire, Earth or Metal)? These are common situations that bring our life out of balance.

If you can relate to any of the above mentioned problems, correct any imbalance in your career sector and see what happens. If you have difficulty assessing and correcting this area, I recommend advice from a professional Feng Shui Practitioner.

Prevention is always better than cure.

Marlih Jung
Feng Shui Consultant
Bliss Feng Shui Consultancy
Phone: 02 4388 2160 Mobile 0411 536 084
E-mail:  info@blissfengshui.com.au
www.blissfengshui.com.au
 
What's New??!!

New Headquarters Opening Soon
Spiritual Connections St Fiacre

Spiritual Connections  is now located at St Fiacre Distillery.  Come in to drop off your brochures and fliers or to see when and where events are happening.  Come to have readings and healings, listen to talks, visit the Spiritual Visions Gallery or just to join us for a coffee in the gardens.


 
St Fiacre

Are you looking for a venue for any of the above or need your event organised for you?  Contact Tracy  (0410 498 373) or come and check out St Fiacre,  25 Portsmouth Rd, Erina.


Waterfall St fIacre

The Spiritual Visions Gallery and St Fiacre Cafe are currently open on weekends. The St Fiacre Distillery is run by the Distiller Phil, who makes amazing top quality liqueurs with Australian native plants and herbs and is open from Wednesday through to Sunday.  Spiritual Connections will soon be expanding to open on weekdays as well.  Look out for your invite to the open day!

Whats Free on Spiritual Connections?
Posting your events
Posting info to the noticeboard
Posting your newsletters
Post your events and news on the Spiritual Connections facebook page (you can do this yourself)
Speaking at one of our events
Post your specials and freebies

Find us on Facebook and Twitter
Not only are updates listed on Facebook and Twitter with the last few tweet (updates) visible on the home page but event invitations are also posted on Facebook. 

Noticeboard
You will find the following items on the Spiritual Connections Noticeboard.  To add items to the noticeboard, email the content to Tracy at the email address below.
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Anyone on the central coast have a room available to share / rent?

Have you ever thought of renting out that spare room for a while?

Do you have a good spot to park a hightop campervan?

I'm thinking of putting down some roots in or around the NSW Central Coast -- not to give up the van but to supplement it. As I'm finding it hard to be completely nomadic in this stage of my life, and I am hankering badly for a desk and a bit of space to spread out and do some work.

I'm looking for something permanent for myself, but meanwhile I'd like to rent a room in a share house, or with an interesting bunch of people of any kind (singles, family, whatever).

I'm particularly interested in a house where there's a chance for me to meet new people who might be interested in creative-spiritual-lefty things.

..But who don't mind someone who comes and goes and doesn't always do the communal food thing (as I have a lot of allergies), but likes to share food and such when possible.

I also need a good airy parking spot for the hightop campervan.

Close to Erina Fair (where I have a gym membership) and a short drive to the beach would be great, or anywhere quiet and with a bit of green.

I'm happy to keep sleeping in the van, but need at least a small room or space to set up a desk, and stretch out a bit.

Not sure how long I'd want it for, so am interested in discussing any possibilities.

Give me a call or text or email if you want to have a chat about this.

Tel : 0419 580 382
Email: bethels333@gmail.com
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Calling all Buddhists on The Central Coast

Hi there, my name is Rebecca.

I am wanting to connect with other buddhist in my community (Umina Beach) for meditation, teachings or reading from the book of buddha.

I am physically challenged and ride an electric scooter so therefore I can only travel within the Peninsula (Central Coast)


Thank you
Rebecca
 

Email: beck.boo1@bigpond.com

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New Equine and Canine Craniosacral Therapy course opening on the Central Coast.
We are looking for the following:

  • Massage tables to buy or rent- wide, wooden, portable, stable.
  • Dog and horse skeletons, especially sphenoid and occipital bones.
  • Appropriate venues including inside and outside area.
  • Accomodation for students that are pet friendly.
  • Dogs, cats and horses as student subjects- your animal will be treated for free with two qualified therapists to oversee and complete treatments.
If you are able to assist, please contact Tracy:

Email: info@stillnessinstitute.com or
Ph: 0466 263 783

Stillness Institute
CranioSacral Therapy
Equine & Canine Courses & Diploma series.
Treatment sessions for people, horses & dogs.
 www.stillnessinstitute.com
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LOOKING FOR
Portable second hand massage table.
I am wanting to buy a massage table - light-weight and portable.

With much appreciation
blessings of gratitude, love and joy
Carolyn Cini
 
612 4382 2587 or 02 4382 2587
coach@soulpower.net.au
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Update for Animal Communication Workshop

Last year I sent out an expression of interest email to anyone who would like to take part in a 2 day Animal Communication workshop with Trisha McCagh, reknowned animal communicator, and I did receive a pretty good response, however not quite enough interest for the course to go ahead.
I am now repeating the invitation as I feel that the timing is right and animals really need to be heard right now.

Have a look at Trisha's website www.animaltalk.com.au and get a feel in what she is about.

The 2 day introductory/intermediate workshop is an investment of $450.00 (including GST) and I have heard from others who have participated, it is a wonderful and inspiring experience.

The date and venue are now set for 10th &11th July at Ambience Wellness Centre in Davistown.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Virginia Ede
Ambience Wellness Centre
Advanced Bowen Therapy
Natural Therapies for Pets and People
www.ambiencewellnesscentre.com.au
Ph: 0414 696355
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Healing Space opens: Naturopathy, Massage, Iridology, Herbal Medicine & Energy Healing.
We are now taking bookings for the above!!  If you are a practitioner, and the space resonates with you - come and talk to Nikki about utilising our gorgeous little healing room!

Happy High Herbs Erina
Ph:  4365 4571 or 0415 207887
mailto:happyherbshop@yahoo.com.au
www.happyherbserina.com.au    
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Medical Intuitive/Doula
Looking for work as a conscious nanny
or home care

Visit Joy's website www.diamondsoultherapies.com
Ph: 0416 024 270
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We hope to see you at some of the upcoming events and workshops..

Sincerely,
 

Tracy Robbins
Spiritual Connections