December 20, 2007 
 Soul Food Newsletter
 Women Nurturing Women
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I am amazed that tomorrow is the Winter Solstice. I'm always happy too. The days will begin to grow longer, even though there is much cold and snow yet to come. The sun will again light the sky for a little bit longer each day

I have been pondering 2007 a lot lately; thinking about what I have accomplished and those goals (aka New Year's Resolutions) that are again left uncompleted. I told you that my goal for 2007 was to lose a pound each week. Well, I didn't get there, but I did lose 20 pounds during the year. I don't see this as a failure, but I do understand that I may have set too high a goal considering I am over 50. Also, I was in a cast for 8 weeks during the summer. I went hiking once with the cast and decided to use better judgement.

I did accomplish some things that had nothing to do with New Year's Resolutions. I climbed Pikes Peak, which was a huge goal, but one I followed my heart to instead of my head. And I opened my psychotherapy and life coaching practice. It just seemed now was the right time and if I didn't do it now, I never would.

As 2007 comes to a close, I encourage you to look back on the year and cherish all the wonderful things you accomplished.

I am excited to begin the new session of Soul Food! I have some great speakers lined up for January and February with more to come. I encourage you to come early, at 11:30, to network and make new friends.

During this Holiday, my prayer for you is that you spend the time with those you love and that you receive much joy and many blessings.

 Summary of - "Are you leading a Slimtastic Life?" with Keri Silk.
 Finding the skinny you

At our last Soul Food luncheon, Keri Silk gave us some great tools for changing your life. Many people know what to do, but they get stuck. So Keri helped us to see things differently.

There are five parts to losing weight.
  • Nutrition - not a diet, be balanced
  • Movement - any movement helps, just make it more
  • Community - who is supportive and who is not?
  • Spirit - take care of yourself spiritually
  • Vision - what would life be like 10, 30 or 50 pounds less?

Write down your goals and make them small so you can build on your success. Take your time and be conscious of the process. It takes time to change habits, but you can do it.

 


 January 10 - "Global Culture of Women" - with CC Pelmas and Carole St. Germaine.
 Each of us has a story

From the four corners of the earth and the four seasons of women's lives, the Global Culture of Women is weaving a tapestry across the globe - gathering women's stories, celebrating women's wisdom, birthing a new human legacy in which all life is sacred. The "Story Spiral" is a unique format designed to share the universal story of women while honoring our individual female voices. Within the Story Spiral we read excerpts of women's stories gathered from around the world. The practice is simple; no drama, no "processing". This is a celebration. We come together with the understanding that not a single one of us needs fixing. We come together to honor the heroine's journey we all share. Within our stories is our primal language, our first language, a language that contains forgotten wisdom essential to the full health of all life on the planet. No previous experience necessary...all that's required is your female heart.

CC Pelmas has been a counselor for the last fifteen years. For the past decade she has focused exclusively on women's voice and power, guided by the knowledge that the global resurrection of our authentic female voice and wisdom will transform humanity and heal the planet. She is a co- founder of the Global Culture of Women.

Carole St. Germaine, MA in Cross-Cultural Communication, is creative partner in the Global Culture of Women project. She has documented women's mid-life stories and is the author of the book "Soul Song". She works internationally.

 


 January 24 - "Understanding the New Children" - with Jennifer Crews.
 Authentic individuals

The children today are blessed with amazing gifts and new perspectives of the world - intuition, telekinetic abilities, energy awareness and more. Discover the truth behind all the labels our physical world uses to define the children. Know them instead as authentic individuals. Learn and recognize the multidimensional and intuitive aspect of having worked with these children for over 13 years. Support each other as professionals and parents in understanding the variety of beautiful gifts these children are meant to teach us.

Jennifer Crews, MA. Child Intuitive, Intuitive Artist, Visionary Teacher. Jennifer began her work in the care-giving profession as a nationally certified Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist. She has 13 years experience working with children and their families all over the globe. She realized she literally could hear and see what the children wanted to share, communicate, and express through her own language - her intuition. She decided to honor her gifts and founded Intuitive Teachings, LLC to assist parents, professionals, and individuals worldwide to understand themselves as well as the true essence of the new children. She has devoted her life to teaching others - Know Your Intuition, Know Yourself, Know Your Child.

 


 February 7 - "Healing Trauma - What Everyone Should Know" - with Jasmine Cori.
 Reclaiming life after trauma

Have you or someone you love experienced a traumatic stressor and still seems to be affected by it? Understanding why trauma has the effects it does can take way self-blame and guide the process of healing. This presentation will help you identify traumatic reactions, including PTSD, understand why some people recover quickly from traumatic stressors while others suffer for a lifetime, and summarize key points about the healing journey.

Jasmine Cori, MS, LPC is the author of several books about spiritual life and the newly released HEALING FROM TRAUMA: A Survivor's Guide to Understanding Your Symptoms and Reclaiming Your Life,which she wrote from her dual perspective as a trained psychotherapist and incest survivor. She teaches journaling e-courses, has a writing and editing business and educates the lay public about trauma.

 


 February 21 - "Daring to Tackle Difficult Conversations" - with Stephanie Roth.
 Speaking your truth

Do you want an awesome relationship? If so, you will have to step outside your comfort zone to risk telling the truth and asking for what you want. Learn a new definition of truth, how to speak it, and how to encourage your partner to play with you. What do you have to gain? Greater intimacy, self-esteem, and confidence in every aspect of your life, especially in the relationships that count.

Stephanie Roth, MCJ, The Relationship Maven, works with couples, blended families, and businesses to improve communication. She is a certified Radical Honesty facilitator and a Coach U graduate. Her award- winning SEEK: Self-Esteem Enhancement Kit, a curriculum for teenagers, is used by hundreds of schools, detention centers, probation officers and private practices throughout the US and Canada. Stephanie co-authored Empowering Vision for Dreamers, Visionaries and Other Entrepreneurs. She is a popular speaker and seminar leader.

 


 Sue McCullough Counseling
 Go The Distance...Because Passion Takes Time

I will use authenticity and integrity to illuminate your path of self-discovery as you find and act on your passion. I will reframe situations and see alternatives to help you overcome obstacles and enjoy the journey.

My specialties include

Mental Health Issues:
  • Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Depression
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Secondary Traumatic Stress
Personal and Career Coaching:
  • Spiritual Growth
  • Quality of life improvement
Women's Issues:
  • Midlife personal and professional changes
  • Transition back into the workplace
  • Mother-daughter relationships
  • Infertility and adoption
Adolescents

Psych-K - a dynamic paradigm for change.

700 Front Street, Suite 204
Louisville
303-665-2676
Hours by appointment.

 


    Join us for these warm and engaging gatherings.
  • Sunflower Restuarant, 1701 Pearl Street at 17th and Pearl in Boulder
  • 11:45 am to 1:15 pm
  • Cost is $25.00 including lunch
Please RSVP by 5:00 pm the preceding Wednesday by e-mail or at 720.849.2892. As always your promptness is appreciated, or come early to meet new women and network.

Grace and Peace,


Sue McCullough
Soul Food

phone: 720-849-2892
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