We are fast approaching the end of the year, and the time for all those New Year Resolutions. It's a time to reflect on what goals, and dreams we wanted at the beginning of the last year and too often we find that nothing has changed! We are still exactly the same as we were last year and still some areas of our lives are not what we had hoped and dreamed for.

But changing any aspect of your lives is more than just having a wish list. It's about understanding all the different reasons why you are still stuck in the same place, and doing something about it. It is very easy to blame outside sources for not achieving your dreams, but success truly comes from within.

If its now time for you to take control of your life and to achieve those wildest dreams and make your Life's journey a joyous and happy one, then read on. Life Coaching is all about helping people get from where they are in their life to where they want to be and Patricia would be happy to help you.

Some of you have already experienced hypnotherapy but for those that haven't its a very relaxing way of overcoming deep seated issues that are holding you back in your life. It is not hypnotism and you remain in complete control of what is happening. Bryan is now certified in hypnotherapy and after lots of practice looks forward to welcoming you with his special introductory price

"Dismissed as hokum, now new evidence is forcing doctors to accept the power of Spiritual Healing" - that was the headline in the Daily Mail on October 3rd 2006. Finally, a number of scientists are noticing that the power of the mind, coupled with healing energies has an impact on the recipient whether they are present or not! Now that has to be good news for all Reiki and Sekhem healers - as, like Spiritual healers, they use vibrational healing energies and intent/love/compassion to harmonise the body and mind.

Whilst the scientific studies outlined in the Daily Mail have been confined to prayers and Spiritual Healing there is hope that Reiki and Sekhem will be similarly studied. We already know of course that some practitioners are already accepted in NHS hospitals.

The article goes on to say "In an astonishing about turn, scientists in the U.S and UK have compiled a dossier of evidence that might - just might - show that prayer (intent/love/compassion) and spiritual healing are not just quackery after all"

In a blind study, a healer sent healing thoughts to a non present partner. "Remarkable changes occurred in the mind and body of the ailing partner. Their breathing and blood flow increased significantly, while their brain and skin electrical activity changed dramatically. Clearly something profound was happening."

If you haven't experienced Reiki or Sekhem from Bryan or Patricia, then it will be difficult to comprehend how this all works. Maybe now is the time to book in for that harmonishing and balancing treatment - you dont need to be unhealthy to feel the benefits!

Those of you that ordered the liquid toothpaste for gum disease highlighted in the previous newsletter will have received information on the dangers in toothpaste. For those of you that didn't, it is important that you are aware of the dangers not only in toothpaste but in most of the household products commonly in use in most homes.

So check your toothpastes and household products for the following:-

• Sodium Fluoride - one of the main ingredients in rat poison and toothpaste
• FD&C Blue Dye # 1 & 2 - Are you eating crude oil for breakfast
• Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) - Used clinically to irritate skin
• Triclosan - A pesticide found in many types of toothpaste
• Hydrated Silica - a Whitener that damages tooth enamel

Please be aware that chemicals are in everything and some are harmful to the body and many untested. If you are feeling unwell, check the products you have in your cupboards and make the decision to use chemical free ones. We stock the Neways range which covers most household products and are totally chemical free. In the meantime, print out the attached checklist and see how chemical your home is - you may be shocked to see the results!

Recent studies show that a third of all hospital doctors make at least one major mistake - one that can harm the patient or even lead to his death - every year. Even worse, as a result, the physician may become so upset by the lunder that his chances of committing another serious mistake increases dramatically.

In all, 34% of doctors admitted that they had made at least one major medical error. The quarterly figures were even worse with 14.7% of doctors admitting to a serious blunder. Sadly not all of the doctors at the prestigious Mayo Clinic were prepared to participate in the study.

The Institute of Medicine reckon that 100,000 Americans die each year as a direct result of a medical mistake with studies estimating that between 10 and 50% of patients may become a victim of a medical error while in hospital.

Now, I will admit that these figures are based on an American study but it does make you wonder - doesnt it? We however, do have to accept that doctors and specialists in any part of the world are reported as under great pressure, and they are of course, only human.

Personally, and I know some of you agree, I think complementary therapies are a lot safer. You know exactly what you are getting, there are no chemical products to take and you start to feel the improvement before the appointment has finished! The time to look after your bodies is now, please don't wait until you are unhealthy to care about yourself.

Patrick Holford a leading nutritionist, recently wrote the following article "Which is more likely - that you will die in a traffic accident or as the result of a visit to your doctor? Surprisingly, to say the least, the answer is visiting your doctor. In 2004, traffic accidents were responsible for a relatively modest 3,221 deaths. Adverse drug reactions kill more than 10,000 people per year in Britain, plus a further 40,000 people are made sick enough by them to be admited to hospital. Then there are all the people who just feel bad aftering taking a drug, but whose new symptoms are never spotted or recorded.

Now 10,000 deaths a year from prescribed drugs (and that excludes errors, overdoses and suicides) is three times more than the number of people killed in road accidents (3221) and also more than the number killed by prostate cancer (9,937). Even more frightening is the true death toll is likely to be far higher than the 10,000 recorded. Precise figures are hard to come by because the number actually reported is estimated to be between only 1 and 10% of the real total.

Now this article is about Britain - bit closer to home. I hope after reading it, that you will make every effort to look after your health now as a preventative, and if you have to take anything to help you - please try natural products and therapies first! But don't forget to check for toxic/chemical ingredients first, not all 'natural products' contain real natural ingredients.

For that very unusual gift you can do no better than commissioning Francesca, a local talented artist, to produce a graphite portrait of members of your family including the family pet. Francesca captures the very essence of the subject's character from photographs provided by you. They truly are amazing.

Francesca is probably better known for her sculptures which she exhibits and sells locally. She has worked in all materials including stone, ceramic, glass, wood, cement etc. For indoor/outdoor sculpture work she charges only £15.00 per hour. Why not ask to see her portfolio of work, I am sure you'll find something you'll like or together you can come up with a sculpture that is simply amazing.

She's put together a Christmas offer for our readers: for an A4 graphite portrait from a photograph of one subject she is charging on £35, which is extremely good value. Just imagine your own unique signed portrait or sculpture from this local artist - it could fetch much more in years to come! Many people are already buying them as an investment - now there's an idea!

You can contact Francesca on tel.no. 07797 775 902 or by email on fblampied@jerseymail.co.uk. But hurry if you want the finished product before Xmas - she is always very busy.

Although very popular throughout the year, Numerology Reports come into their own at Christmas. Patricia prepares these reports using her numerology skills, from just the name at birth, the name used now and birthdate. Couldn't be easier! This is a Xmas present that will last the a whole year and costs from £25 - £50

Just a quick reminder for those of you living in Jersey. If you like hand made Xmas or birthday cards, then you can do no better than visit Jayne at the Craft Fair on 25th and 26th November at the Living Legend. All of Jayne's cards are hand crafted and at very reasonable prices too.