Healing arts for Healthy lifestyle

MOVE TO LEARN! LEARN TO MOVE!

Guiomar Campbell will bring her Biosync rhythm concept to Brazil Fest, Canada’s Largest Brazilian Cultural Event, on the Sunday July 25th at the Earlscourt Park Toronto.

Biosync rhythm will be expressed and celebrated with lots of drumming, singing  yoga and creative movement . Come and learn how to access your authentic rhythm and movement and take home something new.

BrazilFest  will offer its attendees the opportunity to be closer to the performers, get a chance to enjoy a taste of Brazil with Brazilian style foods and a family area for families with children to enjoy the day.

A huge variety of styles of music and dance from all parts of the country, with something to offer for all tastes; rhythms and melodies that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Brazil.

Enjoy live music with an incredible  line up of guests artists of all ages and backgound. Guiomar Campbell will be joined by Colin Campbell, Kobena Aquaharison, Betty Colon, featuring young performers Adriano and Luanna Campbell, Goreti Cardoso  and many other creative young people.

Please check our Connect and Shine tent with theater and arts activities for children and families throughout the day, try a sample of  Guia’s Lotus Blend Massage oils, or have a Shiatsu massage tune up  and feel the bliss.

Where: Earlscourt Park Toronto (St. Clair Ave W. & Caledonia Rd)

Time: 12pm to 10pm

Free admission

Here is what the press is saying.

Check  ”On the Go” magazine- http://www.onthegomagazine.ca/magazine.php for more information on BrazilFest.

According to the Brazilian Top Choice Award, “Brazil Fest is the best outdoor event in Toronto for 2007 – 2009”.  This event will be showcasing Brazil’s enormous styles of music, dance and traditions.

Blessing the stage this year are a line up of musicians, dancers and singers most of which are born Brazilians and are now calling Toronto their home. Starting from 12pm you will hear sounds from Marcelo Neves, Carla Dias and Banda Bracatum will broadcast Afro Brazilian rhythms infused with funk, reggae and other music styles.  Everyone including children can join in the fun with Guiomar Campbell | Bio Sync Rhythms as elements of yoga, meridian stretching, and Brazilian dance with rhythmic patterns, chants, songs and drumming are combined to create an interactive holistic and educational fun experience for all.

The fun does not stop there as DJ V will keep things youthful as he takes us on a musically trance until 10pm as if you were back at a Brazilian beach party.  The 2010 Toronto International BrazilFest performance line-up cannot be missed.

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Dear Friends, colleagues and Neighbours,

Please join us for the Grand Opening All-Day Celebration, of High Park Family Fun Place

Located at 2968 Dundas Street West @ Pacific Ave, the High Park Family  Fun Place is a new community concept in family fun, fitness, Wellness and learning. The facility encompasses almost 10,000 sq. ft. of play area and features a large indoor playground, art section, birthday party room, steam shower, fitness, gym and a lectures/workshop room. The Family Fun Place will offer a variety of interesting programs including fitness, dance, yoga, music program, art and weekend entertainment.

I am honored to join Jennifer Tukenburg and Pierre Kasonga, directors fo Family Fun Place. Their passion and commitment to this community is a blessing to all of us.
Guiomar will be offering Biosync Rhythm classes and spa services for Kids and adults in Portuguese and English.

There will be a full day of entertainment, live music, demonstrations, great food, “raffle prizes” and special guests. Come and meet our Team Members and be sure to take advantage of our Grand Opening membership discount offer.

It is guaranteed to be a fantastic and fun day for the whole family.

Grand Opening Events

10:00am Grand Opening Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Opening Words – Gerard Kennedy, MP Parkdale- High Park

Performances by

Children’s Choirs – Renewal for Easter

Children’s Puppet Show

Live Music with Colin Campbell

Magic Show with Mike

African Drumming with Ngasseu

English/French Circle Children’s Story Time

Junction Musicians: Cherina and Devina

Live music: with Emily & Friend

Live music with the Guiomar Campbell Trio

Salsa & Latin Dancing with Betty Colon

Live DJ music by Billy Bryans (dance music)

Also “raffle prizes”, great food and class demonstrations throughout the day.

Looking forward to seeing you on April 3rd.

Cheers,
Guiomar Campbell

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When I was pregnant with my first child it was a wonderful experience and I felt very proud of my body. My mother was visiting from Brazil and we were especially delighted with my beautiful pregnant belly.

At about 8 months, I  began to experienced severe sciatica pain on the left side of my body. It almost felt like I was walking with a stabbing knife in my hip. It was very difficult for me to relax and let go of the fear that  something was wrong with my body. I refused to take drugs and was very determined to fight the pain naturally, but still had no results. The only relief I had was when my mother applied heavy pressure on my sacrum. I wished at that time to glue her hands on me forever but it was not possible so I decided to seek professional help. I ended up seeing a shiatsu therapist  who new exactly what my body needed. It was the best choice I made, a life saver. She repeatedly applied sustained pressure along my spine, sacrum, and legs, and I was able to relax and stay connected to my baby. The sharp pain was gone, and although I still experienced mild discomfort, it was more manageable.

Guiomar

Why pregnant women get back pain?

Back pain occurs as a result of the growing uterus, incorrect posture, weight gain, and stress.

As the baby grows, the centre of gravity changes, creating shifts in the posture. Poor posture combined with long hours standing and excessive bending has a tremendous effect on joints, ligaments and muscles.

Some women experience discomfort around the lumbar and sacrum area, while others may experience sciatica pain. Shiatsu massage addresses this by stimulating powerful acupressure points on muscles surrounding the inflamed nerves and ligaments.

Facts of Pregnancy Shiatsu Massage

Specifically tailored for pregnant women.

Provides comfort for the mother

Uses a lot of pillows for propping up in bed to bring deep relaxation.

Focused on where pregnant woman’s most common sore spots are likely to be.

Works with a woman’s centre of gravity relieving unnecessary stress on muscles and joints.

Promotes proper position of the body in normal daily activities.

What makes pregnancy Shiatsu massage unique?

Designed specifically for the pregnant body.

Uses light long holding pressure on specific points along the spine and lower body.

Performed by a knowledgeable shiatsu therapist who understands not only the technique but is also trained to recognize signs of pre natal disorder

Uses specific stretching techniques to prepare women for labor.

Why pregnancy Shiatsu massage is important?

Medical research has shown that massage actually reduces stress hormones in the body.

It helps the mother to-be to adapt to the constant changes and stress of a growing belly.

It empowers women giving them an opportunity to feel nurtured and loved.

It creates an opportunity for mother to bond with baby.

There is an emotional necessity for women to be touched during pregnancy.

It helps you be alone with you.(get in touch with your body?)

Benefits of Pregnancy Shiatsu Massage

Reduces back pain.

Reduces joint pain specially around neck, shoulders and hip joints

Reduces edema and improves circulation in the lower legs and feet

Reduces sciatica nerve pain

Reduced muscle tension and headaches

Reduced stress and anxiety, improve breathing

Improve sleeping

Prenatal Shiatsu massage is indicated at any point during a healthy pregnancy and if there is any complications it’s a good idea to talk to your obstetrician or your midwife for advice.

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Silent Auction Fundraiser

Tuesday Mach 23, 2010

THE LULA LOUNGE

1585 Dundas Street West

Doors open at 6:30 pm, Live Music starts at 7:00pm

Come out to the Lula Lounge for a wonderful community evening of live music, socializing and dancing. Bid on the silent auction items to support public democratic free school alternative education at Alpha. If you have items you’d like to donate to support this event contact: brendajoylem@bell.net

Silent Auction
We have a large selection of items, great opportunity for shopping, great prices.
Bodywork, books, DVD collection, Kitchen renovation design
Original art, Designer clothing, Health, Spa, and more

LAST BIDS at 9:00 pm

Cover charge: $10, children $5

with music by:

Luis Mario Ochoa
Julie Michels & Kevin Barrett
Mutamba
Guiomar Campbell’s Afro Brazilia Jazz

and SPECIAL PERFORMANCE by

ALPHA KIDS and musicians from the ALPHA parent community

Dance to the hot beats of
DJ BILLY BRYANS

Funds support public democratic freeschooling at ALPHA Alternative School

Check out website for details closer to the date.
http://schools.tdsb.on.ca/alpha/

Check us on facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=328770653860

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O orégano ou oregão, ingrediente principal da pizza e dos pratos à parmegiano, esta sendo considerado hoje dia como uma das plantas mais potentes na medicina popular e vem sendo utilizado no tratamento de uma infinidade de doenças.

De acordo com Dr. Cass Ingram um dos inovadores do óleo de orégano na ameriaca do norte, o uso do óleo de orégano é uma tecnica anciente. Os medicos gregos usavam a planta rotineiramente para tratar, feridas abertas, , e mordidas venenosas . Hippocrates (460 – 377 BC) usava a planta na cura de doencas respiratórias e digestivas. Durante a idade média, quando A civilização do Islam estava florescendo, os médicos usavam o óleo de orégano para tratar doenças causadas por germes.

Como explica Dr. Ingram existem 40 espécies de orégano, mas somente o orégano selvagem , “oreganum vulgaris” crescido nas montanhas mediterrâneas, é mais seguro por ser menos tóxico ao corpo humano. Alem de conter Vit A e Beta Caroteno e rico em minerais como o calcium, magnesio, potassio, zinco e ferro.

A planta com folhas verdes de formato oval e flores tubulares contém um ingrediente medicinal chamado de carvacrol, um potente antibiótico natural com propriedades de inibir o crescimento de bacteria, virus, fungo e possivelmente outros organismos e de acordo com estudos feitos pela Universidade de Georgetown, o carvacrol combate também infecções causadas por bacterias resistentes ao antibiótico.

Na indústria de alimentos, o processo de fabricação do óleo essencial de orégano e feita através da separação de substâncias voláteis por destilação a vapor, à pressão atmosférica. Este óleo tem uma grande estabilidade de conservação e ausência de contaminação microbiológica.. Voce pode conservá-lo por muito tempo na sua pratileira e usar quantidades mínimas para obter o efeito desejado.. Este óleo pode ser encontrado em várias lojas de produtos naturais.

A dosagem sugerida é tomar 3-6 gotas do óleo diluido em um copo de água ou suco, 1-3 vezes por dia.

Para diluir o óleo concentrado de orégano, Dr Ingram sugere, 10 a 50 gotas de óleo de Oliva extra virgin para uma gota de oleo de orégano.. Coloque esta mistura em um vidro pequeno com um conta -gota de vidro. E uma mistura perfeita para ser administrada internamente.

Indicações do óleo:

• Tratamento de infecções e nos processos inflamatórios que incluem furúnculos, feridas inflamadas
• Pneumonia, sinusite, tuberculose
• Acne, dermatite eczema, pe? de atleta
• Amigdalite, artrites, e.Amenorréia (ausência de mestruação)
• Alivia as dores musculares ajuda na digestão
• Elimina parasitas do intestino
• Combate a influenza e resfriados
• Fortalece o sistema imunológico, alivia obstrução nasal

Receitas caseiras

Para abrandar inflamações

• Amaçar as folhas e as flores do orégano fresco ate que forme uma pasta
• Aplicar na pele colocando uma toalha quente por cima em forma de. compressas

Para problemas pulmonares

• Fazer inalações colocando 2 gotas de óleo essencial de orégano em uma tigela de água fervendo. Cobrir a cabeça com uma toalha e respirar por 10 minutos

Pé de atleta

• Aplicar 1 gota do óleo essensial de orégano no local afetado depois do banho

Dores de dente

• Diluir o óleo de orégano na proporcao de uma gota por 5ml de óleo de amêndoa doce e esfregar suavemente nas areas inflamadas e doloridas da gengiva

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Let’s welcome beauty and radiance, vitality and balance into our lives, this New Year. I know that last year was a challenging one for many. This is a good time to let go of the overwhelming and difficult moments, negative thoughts and feelings of inadequacy to make space for good memories and good feelings. Choosing to focus on positive thoughts can bring good health and longevity. Not always easy?

Here is a fast way to overcome negativity: use your sense of smell. Really!

Have you notice how some smells can transport you to a different state of mind and even bring in memories from the past? The smell of baking bread makes your stomach rumble, or the smell of freshly cut grass reminds you of warm days in summer.

I have memories of my mother cooking rice every time I smell garlic. I can clearly see her standing near the stove with a large mortar filled with peeled garlic, and I feel there with her in that moment.

The same process happens when you smell an  essential oil. Smelling aromatics oils when your are experiencing mood swings or feeling low in energy has a profound  impact on your brain cells. The fresh and floral scent of some oils suggest positive feelings of pleasure leaving you relaxed and happy.

Sense of smell can elicit emotions that signal your brain to wash your body with chemicals. Positive emotions causes your brain to release chemical which leave you feeling good. On the other hand, negative emotions induces chemical changes that prepare the body for an attack; in other words, it creates a stress response.

According to  Marlene Ericksen, in her book, “Healing with Aromatherapy”, smell is the only sense that goes directly to the limbic system or emotional brain, bypassing the cerebral cortex, also known as the intellectual part of the brain. As she explains, senses other than smell, such as sight and hearing, must register with the cortex before entering other parts of the brain. Our sense of smell is the only direct link from the outer world to our inner world.

Inhaling the essential oils clary sage, jasmine or grapefruit, help to balance your emotions. Clary sage in particular, is considered a good remedy for nervous stress with a tremendous ability to relieve anxiety, depression and fear.  It contains sclareol, an estrogen-like  structure that makes it beneficial for the female reproductive system. It helps to balance symptoms of cramps, menstrual pain, hot flashes in perimenopause women as well as sexual dysfunctions.

There are many ways you can  inhale an essential oil. You may use an electric diffuser to dispense fragrance into the environment. You can also apply 2-3 drops of the oil on to a light bulb, a good method to use in hotel rooms while traveling.

Another method is to apply 5-7 drops of the oil in a bowl of hot water, cover your head with a towel and inhale the vapor. My favorite method is to apply 10 drops of oil on to a cotton tissue and store it inside a plastic bag to preserve the aroma. I usually carry it in my purse and inhale it when I need it.

To release feelings of anger and irritability and bring in good feelings is to inhale essential oil of grapefruit and jasmine while stretching your inner thighs and legs. This helps to open up the Liver meridian and allow the trapped energy to move.  The liver meridian runs upwards from big toe towards the back of the knee, inguinal area and  chest. The memory of the smell of oils and the feeling of a stretched muscle come back to you when you find yourself in emotional distress again.

When you are aware of the process of connecting to your limbic system, to emotions, you are then in a position to  change your awareness  which puts you in charge of awakening ‘feel-good’ techniques.

Guiomar is a Shiatsu Therapist and Acupuncturist at Lifecycles Wellness and the creator of Guia’s Life Blends, massage oils for Reproductive Health.

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Sundays with the Muse second series on spring 2010”

Sundays with the Muse is RETURNING,

Sunday, March 21, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 16, 2010 2:30-5:30pm

Cost:

Each workshop is valued at $50; however, you get to ‘Pay-What-U-Want’ at the end of each workshop, with absolutely no minimum and no maximum, and no deposit. Your word will be honoured.

Come to any or all.

TO REGISTER: http://www.danceourwayhome.com/offerings/sundays-with-the-muse-spring-series

Description:

This Sundays with the Muse Spring Series is a collaborative series of experiential workshops created and lead by 7 women, dedicated to the enrichment of the body, mind, heart & soul of a woman, seeking to empower themselves and others by sharing embodied teachings.

Sundays with the Muse is a woman-centered, community-building, life-enhancing series which promises connections and experiences which will carry you past your daily circumstances and limitations, for mutual healing and growth.

Each 3 hour workshop is created to take you on a journey towards greater awareness and aliveness, based on the 7 sacred energy wheels or chakras, starting from the root of your being, upwards to your crown. Every delicious workshop will touch different realms of possibilities, from head to toe, heart to soul.

Taking the full series is ideal, however, if that is not possible, enjoy those you can, as each workshop has it’s own stand-alone magic and healing

This is going to be another STUNNING Series! Tell your friends.

March 21- ‘Rooting Into the Earth; The Seeds of Our Becoming’ with Caro Cloutier

Come join this Spring Equinox Celebration and Fire Ceremony of expressive art-making, dreaming, journeying, journaling and community.

As in ancient times, we are celebrating the return to our natural cycle and honour our seeds that have been dormant in the winter’s darkness. By the thawing of our own being comes the potential for our growth to rise up again and shine in a whole new way. Come express and nurture your tender roots so they may grow strong and bold into the earth mother. Nurture your fertile soil so that you may grow the corn that you wish for yourself in your life. Bring a piece of nature representing who we are as the Divine Feminine in Human form as part of a sacred collective mandala.

Caro Cloutier B.A., dipl.EXAT, is a practicing expressive arts therapist, energy medicine practitioner, and past Board Member of the Ontario Society of Psychotherapists. She invokes sacredness and healing experiences by engaging participants to rekindle their sense of play, creativity and self-expression. Caro’s expressive arts therapy is inspired by drama, visual art, movement, toning or sounding, storytelling, text, symbolism, mythic mapping and ceremony. Caro has brought this work to many, including St. Joseph’s Immigrant Women’s Centre, Trinity Hospice and Gilda’s Place. For more info, contact Caro at caro@carocloutier.com 416-554-0939 www.carocloutier.com

April 4- ‘Bellylicious; She Who Flows & Feels’ with Erica Ross

Discover your own delicious flow, grace & depth of feeling through the Dance Our Way Home practice of free-style movement, relaxation and guided imagery.

This new workshop, created just for this Spring Series, honours, supports and explores the magnificent treasures of the belly’s watery realm and wisdom. In a gently guided, safe and sacred female space, come connect with yourself and others through relaxation, feeling, sensation and movement. Become more open, soft, available to change and fluid living. Wear something sensuous, bring a mat or blanket, and water bottle.

Erica Ross is a dancer, artist, DJ, mother and traveller. She has been in the arts for over 30 years. For the last 10 years she has been facilitating women’s workshops and groups; following her bliss/soul-calling to share what she knows to be true, to support women in the realization of their magnificence. Erica’s work is informed by her love of humanity, mystery, earth and the Divine Feminine. She is co-founder and director of Dance Our Way Home and co-founder of The Move Dance Collective. For more info, contact Erica aterica@danceourwayhome.com

April 11- ‘Authentic Movement’ with Gennie Brukner

Engage your power with authentic movement.

In authentic movement, you close your eyes and experience what’s going on inside of you. Then you wait for an impulse to move and/or sound. Being in a space where you can move and sound in any way you feel compelled to can be immensely freeing. There is the opportunity to come into contact with what’s alive within you below the level of your conscious awareness. Expressing it can be a great release and a relief and connect you more deeply to yourself. Being connected to yourself is essential to taking powerful action.

Gennie Brukner has trained for three years at the Authentic Movement Institute in Berkeley, California. She has also done some training with Ruth Zaporah in Action Theatre, Emilie Conrad Doud in Continuum Movement, Charlotte Selver in Sensory Awareness and Nina Martin in Ensemble Improvisation. Her work is always informed by her meditation practice. For more info, contact Gennie at gbrukner@gmail.com416-531-0288

April 18- ’Ha! Ha! Ha!: The Medicine of Laughter’ with Valerie Moysey

Ignite your joy, using playful practices from around the world and experience laughter as the sacred thread that aligns your mind, body, and spirit.

Valerie loves to laugh. Ha! Ha! Ha!: The Medicine of Laughter was borne out of a desire to share the contagiousness of silliness and laughter in community. Studies show that children laugh 300-400 times a day whereas adults laugh 10-15 times a day. If you would like to have fun and experience the healing power of laughter, then this is the workshop for you. Everyone is welcome! Exercises are inspired by meditation practices, cooperative games, and the worldwide laughter movement. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring two blankets (or blanket and yoga mat) and a pillow.

Valerie Moysey, B.A., CST, LMT has been facilitating classes, workshops, and ongoing practice groups for seven years. She places a high value on creating a comfortable and non-judgemental environment in which to explore and learn. Valerie’s workshops are ‘hands on’ as she believes that experience is the best teacher. Valerie spent ten years working in social services. She currently works at sweetgrass spa practising holistic body work, sound healing and leading workshops with an emphasis on the mind-body-spirit connection. For more info and to register, contact Valerie at vmoysey@gmail.com.

April 25- ’Sounding out your Heart’ with Wende Bartley

Opening to the transformative power of the voice.

In this workshop, you will be guided in a discovery of the expressive power of your voice and experience a deeper connection with your own true self – the heart of who you are. Your voice will become enlivened through breath and body work, group sounding, and creative vocal exercises. We will also explore our connection to the goddess through sound, diving into the heart of her sacred mysteries and the creative power of sound vibration. Bring a blanket and plenty of water.

Wende Bartley, M.Mus, is a composer, sound performance artist, and a soundhealer trained in the SoulVoice method. For over 20 years she has pursued an artistic practice dedicated to an awakening of the voice of the feminine and a reclaiming of the sacred goddess traditions. She brings her deep listening skills, creativity and knowledge of the voice into her workshops, sound circles, group rituals, and individual healing sessions. For more info, contact Wende at wbartley@interlog.com www.reverbnation.com/wendebartley

May 2- ‘Awaken Your Intuition’ with Yoga Goddess, Zahra Haji

Awaken to your Inner Guidance with kundalini yoga, meditation and the law of attraction with Yoga Goddess.

Every one of us has an inner Visionary. As we awaken our intuition, we begin to connect with our intuitive vision, giving us deeper insights and heightened awareness. Living intuitively aligns us with our higher purpose which puts us in the right place, at the right time, to take the right action.

Zahra Haji is a trained and practiced yogini inspired by the Goddess Ixchel to reconnect women to the Divine Feminine. Through the wisdom of the moon, kundalini yoga and meditation, Zahra guides women to discover the rich, treasure-filled sanctuary of inner-self. Currently Zahra is a Sessional Lecturer in the University of Toronto’s Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health Program. She offers women-centred courses and retreats through her business ‘Yoga Goddess’. For more info contact Zahra at iam@yogagoddess.ca 416-901-4032www.yogagoddess.ca

May 16- ‘A Brazilian Bliss Muse Dance Celebration’ with Guiomar Campbell

Come and embody the divine feminine that ”you are” through a sacred crowning celebration of rhythm and dance.

In this last workshop of the Spring Series we arrive at the crown as Guiomar infectiously leads us in a celebration of percussive rhythms, meridian stretching, synchronized movement and dance. At the crown, we awaken the Bliss Muse within, the one who follows her bliss, flow, and deeper wisdom, truth, and joy.Through rhythm and movement we will play, relax, open our “I am presence” and surrender to our natural flow and divine guidance and pulse. Come rejoice and celebrate in community, as our heart beat vibrates and move us into more joy and power

Brazilian native Guiomar Campbell is a percussionist and singer. She leads the Toronto-based group, Parabolica, built on a foundation of Afro-Brazilian folk rhythms, bossa nova, samba and jazz. Guiomar is the creator of Biosync-rhythm movement, a technique that synchronizes body’s natural rhythms through creative dance, drumming and yoga. She is also a shiatsu therapist and acupuncturist, and runs her practice Lotus Arts and Wellness at Lifecycles Wellness Clinic in Yorkville

For more info contact Guiomar at guiomar@lotusshiatsutherapy.com 647-428-7200 www.lotusshiatsutherapy.com

TO REGISTER: http://www.danceourwayhome.com/offerings/sundays-with-the-muse/brazilian-dance

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Devido a fatores psicológicos, a sexualidade no ser humano se torna muito complexa. O ato sexual, para trazer satisfação profunda, depende não só da capacidade física, mas da entrega total à sensação. A mente precisa desconectar-se dos pensamentos cotidianos e parar por completo. Deve entrar no presente, no agora.

De fato, após o ato sexual pleno que nos deixa totalmente mobilizados, sentimos bem, com o corpo relaxado e a mente calma. É como se estivéssemos envolvidos numa meditação profunda.

A impotência acontece quando há um desiquilíbrio entre a sexualidade e a mente. Um reflete o estado do outro. As pessoas se sentem impotentes, fragilizadas emocionalmente, pelas agressões que sofrem diariamente. Podemos citar a poluição e a sujeira do meio ambiente, a violência e a neurose urbana e até o comportamento das pessoas, numa sociedade puramente deturpada por mitos sexuais.

Todos esses fatores exercem uma péssima influência na habilidade e desempenho sexual, tanto do homem quanto da mulher.

Hoje em dia, muitos homens têm reclamado da incapacidade de atingir ereção, orgasmo, da ejaculação precoce e da impotência. E muitos deles consideram o ato sexual um estresse mental.

Tenho recebido muitos clientes que, aparentemente, estão em boa forma física, são bem-sucedidos profissionalmente, mas se sentem sexualmente inadequados. O que observo em alguns deles é que são pessoas extremamente entusiamadas com o trabalho que fazem, são altamente dedicados,  acumulam responsabilidades que de fato contribuem para o problema que enfrentam.

Outros fatores que afetam a impotência masculina

• Desequilíbrio hormonal pode deixar o homem doente e desinteressado por sexo.

• Trauma físico nos órgãos genitais, ou trauma por sentimento de inferioridade devido ao fracasso na primeira experiência sexual.

• Danos ao cérebro ou coluna vertebral, num acidente de carro por exemplo.

Consumo excessivo de álcool, estimulantes, pílulas para dormir, obesidade, diabete.

De acordo com Shizuto Masanaga, no livro “Zen Shiatsu”, se a energia dos rins e bexiga estiverem em excesso, ela afeta o funcionamento hormonal e dificulta o relaxamento emocional e o interesse pelo sexo. Em caso de ejaculação precoce e dificuldade de ereção, ele aconselha a equilibrar os meridianos do fígado (distribuição de energia) e os meridianos do baço e pancrea (hormônios sexuais)

Tratamento

Primeira etapa:. O tratamento consiste na aplicação de calor na área do sacro (onde os nervos genitais se conectam), acupuntura, moxabustion e shiatsu.

Geralmente utilizo toalhas quentes ou bolsa térmica por 5 minutos

Segunda etapa: Acupuntura nos pontos VC4, R16, B22, B23, B31, B32, B33, B34 (ver figura abaixo).

Terceira etapa:

Moxabustion: aplicação de calor diretamente no ponto VC4 e no sacro. Uma quantidade pequena de erva é enrolada no formato de um grão de arroz e acesa com um incenso 3-5 vezes em um ponto. Esse tratamento atua como um estímulo à circulação a na produção de substâncias imunológicas. Ajuda a fortalecer os órgãos internos e a melhorar a potencialidade sexual. Para melhores resulados, fazê-lo em dias alternados por 20 minutos.

Por último, uma massagem de shiatsu na região abdominal, principalmente no baixo ventre. Numa pessoa sexualmente sadia, esse ponto quando é pressionado é macio e não dói. Em seguida, pressão profunda na parte interna da perna, calcanhar, tendão de aquiles e nos pés.

A pessoa saudável e satisfeita sexualmente é harmoniosa, cheia de vida e equilibrada emo ionalmente e psicologicamente. Antes de optar pelo “viagra”, considere um tratamento natural, livre de químicos. Respire profundamente e relaxe…

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I read this wonderful article by Patricia Cota-Robles and was exactly what I was asking for when talking to my guides. I would like to share it with you and wish all my readers, friends and family lots of Divine light, blessings and guidance for 2010.

2010, A POWERFUL NEW YEAR!
by Patricia Diane Cota-Robles

It is hard to believe that we have already completed the first decade of the New Millennium. I do not think anyone can dispute the fact that time is being accelerated. The unprecedented awakening Humanity experienced during the first decade of the 21st century was miraculous, but it will not hold a candle to the shift of consciousness that will take place during the second decade. This shift of consciousness will result in the unification of millions of Lightworkers, whose dedicated service to Humanity and the Light will change the course of history. From outer appearances this statement may seem too good to be true, but actually, it does not begin to adequately describe the wonders that are in store for Humanity and all Life on this planet. These monumental changes will begin in 2010, and they will unfold day by day until the patterns of perfection for the New Earth are physically manifest. If you have any doubt about that please meditate on the following Truth: “The Light of God is ALWAYS Victorious, and WE are that Light!”

Since the dawn of the New Millennium, Lightworkers around the world have been invoking Divine Intervention to assist with Humanity’s awakening and Earth’s Ascension into the 5th Dimension. For the past ten years the Earth has been going through an intensified cleansing process, that has pushed everything that conflicts with Heaven on Earth to the surface to be healed. This process is not complete yet, but enough of Humanity’s human miscreations have been cleared to begin the manifestation of the patterns of perfection for the New Earth. This is the next phase of the unfolding Divine Plan, which will be birthed with the New Year, 2010.

There are several celestial events that coincide with the birth of 2010. This is not by chance. Through the unified efforts of Lightworkers and the entire Company of Heaven, this powerful New Year is being catapulted into the highest frequencies of vibration that Cosmic Law will allow. 2009, was an eleven (11) year. Eleven is the master number that reflects the transformation of the physical into the Divine. These energies have been preparing every atomic and subatomic particle and wave of Life on Earth for the shifts that will take place in 2010.

On December 12, 2009, 12:12, our Mother God and the Feminine Aspects of Deity throughout the Universe expanded the portal of Transfiguring Divine Love. Through this expanded portal, the Earth and all her Life are being bathed with higher transformational energies than we have ever experienced. These frequencies of Divine Love will build in momentum daily and hourly until December 12, 2010. During this 12-month cycle, Humanity will have an unparalleled opportunity to release any of the behavior patterns that are preventing us from tangibly manifesting the patterns of perfection for the New Earth. This is a merciful gift of Divine Grace. It is a time for us to focus on our Divine Intentions.

On December 16, 2009, the portal of Transfiguring Divine Love was intensified through a very powerful New Moon. This enhanced the influx of Light that bathed the Earth during the Solstice, December 21, 2009. On December 31, 2009, we will experience a BLUE MOON LUNAR ECLIPSE. The Beings of Light have revealed that this is going to be the most significant New Year we have experienced since our fall from Grace millions of years ago. This is a vitally important time for all of us to empower what we want to cocreate in our individual lives and on this planet. Not only will our hopes, dreams, visions, and Divine Intentions be expanded a thousand times a thousandfold by the Company of Heaven, they will be exponentially expanded by the tremendous influx of Light we will experience on that sacred day.

These gifts of Divine Intervention will expand in power and might until January 14, 2010. On that day, we will experience an incredibly powerful New Moon Solar Eclipse. During the Solar Eclipse, the patterns of perfection we have empowered will be permanently sealed in the highest frequencies of vibration possible. From that moment forth, they will build in momentum daily and hourly. When our visions reach a critical mass, an unstoppable shift will occur that will bring our cocreations into manifestation.

It is important for all of us to go within our hearts to see what our I AM Presence is guiding us to empower in our individual lives. We can also join together to invoke the Light on behalf of Humanity and all Life on this planet. The Company of Heaven has given us wonderful and very powerful tools to help us reprogram ourselves. I would like to share one of them with you now. This exercise will help us to release the fragmented and fear-based thoughtforms from our lower human egos. It will help us to give our I AM Presences, full dominion of our lives.

THE NEW TECHNOLOGY OF THE VIOLET FLAME

The 5th-Dimensional frequencies of the Violet Flame allow us to easily download programs or patterns of perfection from the Causal Body of our Father-Mother God that we would like to manifest in our lives. We begin with an invocation, then we decide what programs we want to download and ask our I AM Presence to assist us. The downloading occurs instantly and automatically, very similar to the way the process occurs when we put a disc with a new program into our computer.

After the program is downloaded, our I AM Presence uses the technology of the Violet Flame to scan all of our records, memories, belief systems, fears, blocks, etc., from all time frames and dimensions both known and unknown. Any thought, word, action, or feeling that we have ever expressed in any lifetime that conflicts with the new program is identified, transmuted, and deleted.

We also have the ability to download programs for our families, our friends, and all Humanity. All we have to do is invoke their I AM Presence and ask that the program be downloaded according to their Divine Plan.

For our collective purposes here, the Beings of Light have grouped the programs we are going to download together according to subject matter. We are also going to invoke our families, friends, and the entire Family of Humanity.

The first step involves invoking our Father-Mother God, our I AM Presence, and the I AM Presence of all Humanity:

DOWNLOADING PROGRAMS FROM THE CAUSAL BODY OF GOD

Through the Presence of God, I AM, I Invoke:

My Father-Mother God, My I AM Presence, the I AM Presences of ALL Humanity, and the entire Company of Heaven.

I invoke the full-gathered momentum of the 5th-Dimensional Violet Flame.

I ask the I AM Presence of each member of my family, my friends, and the entire Family of Humanity to downloaded these programs for each person according to his or her highest good and their individual Divine Plans: And I begin…

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for the Infinite Flow of God’s Abundance, Opulence, Financial Freedom, and the God-Supply of ALL good things.   (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.   (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for Eternal Youth, Vibrant Health, Radiant Beauty, and Slim, Firm, Flawless Form.  (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.   (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for Perfect Health Habits including Eating and Drinking Habits, Exercise Habits, Work Habits, Relaxation and Recreation Habits, Spiritual Devotion, Meditation, and Contemplation Habits.  (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.   (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for Divine Family Life, Loving Relationships, Adoration, Divine Love, Divine Sexuality, True Understanding, Clear and Effective Communication, Open Heart Sharing, Oneness, and the Unification of the Family of Humanity.   (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.   (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for Eternal Peace, Harmony, Balance, and Reverence for ALL Life.   (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.   (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for Self-Empowerment, Success, Fulfillment, Divine Purpose, A Rewarding Career, Self Esteem, Spiritual Development, Enlightenment, Divine Consciousness, and Divine Perception.   (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.  (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for the Perception and Open Heart and Mind Telepathic Communication with the Company of Heaven and the Angelic and Elemental Kingdoms.   (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.   (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for Inspired Creativity through Music, Singing, Sound, Toning, Dance, Movement, Art, and Education.   (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.  (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for Laughter, Joy, Playfulness, Fun, Self-expression, Elation, Enthusiasm, Bliss, Ecstasy, Wonder, and Awe.   (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.   (pause)

Beloved I AM Presence, download now the programs from the Causal Body of God for the physical manifestation of Heaven on Earth.   (pause)

The programs are successfully downloaded, and my I AM Presence now scans through all facets of my Being and transmutes and deletes anything that conflicts with these programs.   (pause)

I now ACCEPT and KNOW through every fiber of my Being that these programs from the Causal Body of God have been successfully downloaded. I also ACCEPT and KNOW that my I AM Presence will update these programs every single day and continually delete anything in my Being that conflicts with these programs.

In deep Humility, Divine Love and Gratitude I Decree,
It is done. And so it is. Beloved I AM, Beloved I AM, Beloved I AM.

Patricia Diane Cota-Robles
New Age Study of Humanity’s Purpose
a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit educational organization

Website: http://eraofpeace.org

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Natural immune care for little ones

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BIOSYNC-RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT- Art integrated with healing 

Biosync-Rhythm is a fun and energizing system of learning which integrates left and right brain hemispheres through creative movement and music making. Participants learn to coordinate the left and right sides of their bodies as well as develop relaxation techniques and greater self-esteem. The intention of this practice is to bring balance and healing to the body  to achieve higher states of consciousness, healing and wellbeing. The movement therapy is 4 ways independence which incorporates upper and lower body.

The fun and joyful technique brings deep connections with oneself, it honors and nourishes the soul.

Biosync-Rhythm balances the physical, mental and emotional aspects of a person, and increases concentration, alertness, and the ability to cope with stress. It is also beneficial to children who are easily distracted, and provides techniques which help them to increase focus and attention in the classroom.

Biosync rhythm combines

Elements of yoga

Meridian Stretching

Brazilian drumming and rhythmic patterns

Mantras

Coordination exercise using bouncing balls, hand movement and sticks

Instruments used in the workshop:

Brazilian Percussion instruments (Tan tan, shakers and bells).

Musical tubes, bouncing balls

Handcrafted percussion instruments  wooden sticks, plastic tubes for shakers

CD with original and cover songs

With the practice of biosync-rhythm the student will: 

-Reach deep state of relaxation and well-being 

-Reach meditative states even been awake 

- Work on self-steam through positive a?rmations and mantras 

-Learn to observe the internal rhythm of the body. 

-Learn tecniques of self-massage to improve overall health 

Guiomar runs regular classes at her clinic in Yorkville

For information on Biosync Rhythm classes contact guiomar@lotusshiatsutherapy.com

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O PÓS-PARTO

“Algas marinhas, amêndoa doce e vegetais de folhas verdes são alternativa para o antidepressante”

A depressão pós parto também chamada pôs parto “Blues” é uma experiência muito natural que as mulheres vivenciam nos primeiros meses de maternidade. Essa experiência não só afeta a mãe como também o bebê e o pai e a intensidade desta experiência vai depender do estado mental, emocional e físico de cada pessoa.

Pesquisas mostram que 50% dos maridos cuja as esposas ou parceiras sofrem essa depressão, também experienciam sintomas similares. E uma fase de transição, uma nova adaptação, um crescimento, uma evolução interna. Para muitas mulheres esta ‘transição pode ocorrer ainda grávida, para outras, pode ser que aconteça depois do primeiro ano de vida do bebê. É uma maneira que a natureza nos proporcionou de desintoxicar o corpo e superar as fraquezas e o medo do desconhecido.  A depressão pós parto é uma experiência positiva, comum e necessária. 

Geralmente os motivos passam despercebidos e talvez mal  interpretados por falta de conhecimento e conexão interna. A causa desta depressão na maioria das vezes pode esta relacionada com a falta de apoio social, problemas conjugais, estresse de vida, desequilíbrio hormonal, perda da identidade e da liberdade como também falta de energia e dificuldade em dormir.

Por outro lado pode ser que a mulher esteja passando por ansiedade, tenha tido uma experiência difícil e desagradável durante o parto ou simplesmente que a criança seja difícil.

É importante entender que todas as experiências negativas desnecessárias durante a gestação pode prejudicar o desenvolvimento
do cérebro do bebê, que expressa crescente ansiedade e menor capacidade para atenção. Consequentemente contribuindo para a depressão pos- parto.

A má nutrição e falta de importante nutrientes na comida pode ser também um fator responsável por exarcerbar o sintoma da depressão em 80% dos casos. 

A hypótese neurohormonal sugere que a causa da depressão pós parto é devido a queda abrupta de hormônios.

Durante a gravidez o nível de estrogênio e progesterona aumenta ao máximo diminuindo rapidamente nas primeiras 24 a 48 horas depois do parto. 

Esse declínio rápido de hormônio parece alterar a atividade do sistema nervoso causando disordens psiquiátricas nas mulheres mais vulneráveis.

Na maioria dos casos o tratamento convencional é a base de antidepressante como o Haldol e o Prozac.

Os sintomas da depressão parecem ser muito similares em muitas mulheres. Como por exemplo chorar frequentemente sem motivo aparente, exaustão, tristeza, desinteresse pelo bebé ou medo de machucá-lo, se sentir culpada, sem esperança, inadequada, confusa, fora de controle.

Muitas mulheres experienciam mal humor, vergonha, falta de concentração e clareza mental, pensamentos psicóticos e destrutivos.

Uma das minhas-clientes relatou que ela costumava checar o bebé todas a as noites, aproximadamente 20 vezes em um intervalo de duas horas.

Portanto é importante nessa etapa procurar ajuda, conversar com alguém de confiança de preferência um terapeuta, e não suprimir as emoções ou pensamentos pois eles acontecem e são temporários.

TRATAMENTO

A finalidade do tratamento é repor a energia, regular o desequilíbrio hormonal e emocional e aumentar os super nutrientes do corpo.

Desequilíbrio hormonal

Sempre que o corpo está em desequilíbrio hormonal ele se torna ácido enfraquecendo o sistema imunológico, dificultando a digestão, assimilação e eliminação de nutrientes.

As sementes de girassol  e abóbora são ricas em minerais e hormônios muito eficiente no tratamento de problemas emocionais. 

Vinagre de maçã é uma excelente escolha, de preferencia o .

O vinagre pode ser usado como substituto do creme.

 Super nutrientes

A amêndoa é mais nutritiva do que o leite de vaca e 100% superior. Ela é rica em calcium, manganez, phosphoro, ferro, potássio e Vitamina A. Amêndoa misturada com figo é um perfeito laxativo para o corpo. É importante ter cuidado com a casca, pela alta concentração de ácido oxalico. Eu sugiro deixar a amêndoa de molho em água mineral ou destilada de um dia para o outro (aproximadamente 12 horas). Enxaguar pela manhã, e refrigerar.

Abacate é uma outra fruta excepcional. Super rica em gordura, Vit E e minerais, superior a carne porque não tem bactéria e hormônios.

Azeitonas é uma das frutas mais rica em cálcio e aminoacido. David Wolfe sugere em seu livro “Sunfood Díet Süccess System”, tomar suco de frutas vermelhas pois elas contêm uma alta concentração de ferro. Preparar um suco com 10 morangos, 10 framboezas, uma fatia de melancia e salsinha verde. Bata no liquidificador e tome pela manhã. Evitar laticínios, frituras, açúcar e café.

Suplemento vitamínico: As algas marinhas e a babosa são uma excelente fonte de minerais. Elas contem 20 a 22 aminoacidos, incluing 8 nutrientes essenciais e uma excelente fonte de clorofila, Vit B12 e ferro. Ajuda na desintoxicação, no equilíbrio hormonal e no fortalecimento do sistema imunológico. 

Sintomas emocionais: O uso dos óleos essenciais é fundamental no tratamento das emoções fortes e desequilibradas. Um dos mais importantes para depressão pós parto é o óleo de clary sage, bergamota e rosa. Massagear todo o corpo principalmente o abdomen, a região interna da perna, os pés  e os tornozelos.

Conselhos ao casal: Passar momentos juntos a sós. Apoiando os pés no colo um do outro, massagear simultaneamente o peito do pé movendo em direção ao calcanhar e tornozelo. Essa é uma área muito importante para acalmar a mente. Icentivá-la a conversar sobre seus sentimentos e deixá-la saber que você a entende. Procure expressar o seu amor por ela sem assumir que ela já sabe. É fundamental que o casal compartilhe as responsabilidades da família e apoie um ao outro.

É muito importante para a mulher ser tratada com carinho e amor e ser amparada quando experienciar emoções fortes.

Ter alguém para nutri-la para que ela consiga superar os desafios nesta etapa tão extraordinária.

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Dry skin brush, Massage oils, Beet juice and Meridian Stretches … 

Are just a few things you can do this fall to nourish and detox your skin, improve your immune system and  prevent your body from building up toxicity during the cold winter. 

Start by getting a good natural brush. I like the Japanese  sisal brush that you can find in many health food stores in Toronto. It has a firm and gentle brush  very suitable for all types of skin. 

When brushing the skin or massaging it, I like to follow the pathway of the meridian. Each energy system has a natural flow 

of Qi energy.

The Yin meridias run from bottom to top and the Yang meridians from top to bottom. 

However, if you want to follow the lymphatic system you may also brush towards the centre of the body. 

Dry skin brush technique 

For better results, use this technique everyday before your shower and drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.

1- Begin brushing your left side from chest towards the inner arm finishing at the hands. Brush between 4-8 times 

2- Brush the outer hands, outside the arms in the direction of your shoulders. 

You may want to draw small circles on your skin moving the brush slowly towards your hands. You can also brush it  in straight lines as if you were cleaning your arms, do a long and firm stroke.

3- Brush the upper back from the spine out in circular movement 

4- Brush belly in circular movement clockwise direction. 

 Move the brush upwards in the centre of the stomach ending in the breast bone.  

5- Brush inner legs from feet towards the thigh. 

6- Brush the side of your ribs paying attention to delicate spots, continue 

stroking down the hips, outer leg and feet.

Repeat on the right side 

After massaging your skin dry take a nice cool shower and continue massaging it under the water. 

Dry skin gently and apply natural moisturizer to tone the skin.

I like to use a therapeutic massage oil that contains skin healing properties such as lavender, roman chamomile, rose and cypress.

It will nourish and moisturize your skin, leaving it shinny and smooth naturally. 

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A dynamic system of energy healing, to promote health and wellbeing. 

Guiomar is blending her biosync rhythm movement concept with Zen Shiatsu to create a healing art that integrates the energy systems of body, mind and spirit. Meridian stretch classes create a healing experience that you can take home and apply in your daily life. Learn to work with your own circuit of energy, also called meridians in Oriental Medicine, through stretching exercises, creative movement and self acupressure techniques. 

This class is open to anyone and is especially valuable to body workers, therapists, educators and all interested in the healing arts. Wear loose comfortable clothes and bring your water.

You will even get your own Meridian Stretching Manual to take home!

Classes on Tuesdays

October 20,  27, November 24, Dec 15, 2009

7:30-9:00PM

$25 individual class or $100 for three classes

You may attend all classes or just one

Lifecycles Wellness

94 Cumberland St. Suite 805, Yorkville

647 428-7200

If you are interested in this workshop and wants to hear more details, send an email to guiomar@lotusshiatsutherapy.com and I will send you the registration form.

You may also register for Meridian stretching exercise by contacting  HYPERLINK “mailto:info@lifecycleswellness.com” info@lifecycleswellness.com

or register now with PayPal.

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Eat small amounts of food every three hours to keep your metabolism going.

Choose to eat small meals at a sitting. Do not get over full

Do not eat and drink at the same time.

Drink 8 glasses of water a day

Be relaxed and only focus on your food when you are eating.

Prepare your food ahead of time and store it in the fridge, choose natural foods as opposed to food from boxes.

Drink green tea to help reduce body fat.

For women specially, avoid skipping meals, eat foods that are warm, light and easy to digest, and try to avoid goods or aromas that are highly chemicalized.

Cook with spices, equals parts of turmeric, cumin, coriander and fennel to aid digestion.

Take real rest during your menstrual cycle.

For a romantic dinner choose foods in the shape of sexual organs such as onions, figs and oysters which are rich in minerals and  will keep your libido high. 

Eat lots of green leaf vegetables. Green leafy vegetables contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals as well as high doses of chlorophyl, digestible proteins and enzymes. The most powerful greens are: spinach, dandelion greens, kale, watercress, parsley, lettuce, endive, chicory, broccoli, sunflower sprout, buckwheat sprout, mustard sprouts

Brush your skin dry before shower.

Massage the bottom of foot everyday

Include seaweed in your diet, such as nori, kelp, dulce and wakame. Because you don’t need to cook seaweed it is great to use as seasoning  on salads or vegetables.  The chemical composition of seaweeds is so close to human blood plasma that perhaps their greatest benefit is regulating and purifying our blood system. According to researches sea vegetables have ten times more calcium than milk and eight times as much as beef. The most remarkable results with seaweeds we see in boosting weight loss and deterring cellulite build up.

Choose a liquid mineral supplement that contains sea vegetables and aloe vera plant. 

Aloe Vera stimulates cell growth and tissue healing. It has 20 of 22 amino acids, including 8 essential nutrients. It is an excellent source of vitamin B12. It aids in detoxifying hormone balancing, sleep enhancement, digestive support and strengthening the immune system.
Aloe vera caries lots of minerals and is cooling in nature. It has a very gentle effect in the colon and powerful detoxing properties.

It is considered superfood after research studies identifying its seventy-five healing compounds including natural steroids, antibiotic agents, amino acids, minerals and enzymes.
Aloe Vera and sea vegetables also contain high concentration of natural sulphur (MSN). For difficult digestion it alkalizes the digestive tract preventing over acidity a common cause of indigestion, acid reflux, heartburn and ulcers.
Sea vegetables- are the most popular ocean deep greens. Along with herbs, sea vegetables are higher in vitamins and minerals than any other food. They are the only vegetarian source of B-12 for cell health and also an excellent source of body building minerals like calcium, iron, iodine and potassium. It contains trace minerals like boron, chromium and selenium that are vital to health.

Be happy and peaceful, keep smiling .

Only choose thoughts that feels good.

Enjoy the season!

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Hi friends , the Brazilian community in Toronto is having another wonderful event throughout the fall Brazilian Film Festival of Toronto. Please see information below. I hope to see you there, the selection of Brazilian films are very strong.

For more detais check www.brafft.com or contact   Barbara de La Fuente/ Event Producer

Contact: 647-242-6646/press@brafft.com.br

Guiomar Campbell

Opening of the festival:

In Therapy

Friday, September 4 @ 7 pm

(93 min, fiction, 2009, Brazil)

Director: José Alvarenga Jr.

In Therapy tells the story of Mercedes, a forty-some year old woman who is dealing with the pleasures and challenges of modern life. Married and mother of two, Mercedes decides, without being quite sure why, that she’ll start therapy. And what started as curiosity becomes a devastating experience leading to a series of changes to her daily life.

Site: www.divaofilme.com.br

Writer: Marcelo Saback, based on Martha Medeiros’ book

Production: Walkiria Barbosa, Iafa Britz, Marcos Didonet e Vilma Lustosa

Photography: Nonato Estrela

Editor: Diana Vasconcellos

Cast: Lília Cabral, José Mayer, Alexandra Richter, Cauã Reymond, Reynaldo Gianecchini, Eduardo Lago, Paulo Gustavo, Elias Gleiser, Antônio Pedro, Vera Mancini,Fernandes, Duda Mamberti, Julianne Trevisol ,Johnny Massaro, César Cardareiro

Brazilian Film Festival in Toronto

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Lotus shiatsu Therapy is offering you a special gift this fall.  Come for your introductory treatment during the months of September, October and November and receive $50 off  the regular price of $140

The introductory treatment includes:
1 1/2 hour session that combines
- Shiatsu massage
- Acupunture
- Thai massage 
- Aromatherapy.
- Special gift from Guia’s Lotus blends anti-stress massage oils.

Call to book your appointment at (647) 428-7200
email: guiomar@lotushiatsutherapy.com

This promotion will effective during Fall season only. CALL NOW!

Lotus Shiatsu Therapy is located at
Lifecycles Wellness clinic
94 Cumberland St. Suite 805
Yorkville, Toronto

Bay Street Subway station

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Womens are Gathering... Everyone is welcome!

We are swinging open the doors and inviting you in to our open house!

Participate in our demonstrations and workshops or just sit back and enjoy some healthy snacks and live music.

Lifecycles Wellness Open House

Thursday, September 24, 6-9pm

94 Cumberland Street, Suite 805

Yorkville, Toronto, ON Bay Street Subway Station

647.428.7200

CHECK OUT the women’s health workshop schedule at: www.lifecycleswellness.com

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Dear friends, 

Q:  What do you get when you gather together storytelling, dance & movement, martial art, divination, drumming, yoga, expressive art, belly laughter, meditation, shamanic ritual, divine feminine mythology, body-centered and psycho-spiritual explorations, and more? 

A: You get “Dance Our Way Home Presents: Sundays with the Muse”, a collaborative SERIES of 9 experiential workshops by 9 inspirational women. (Remember the 9 Muses?)

“Sundays with the Muse”, created by Erica Ross, is a series of workshops for women being held on 9 consecutive Sundays this fall (October 4 – November 29) at the Dovercourt House, 3^rd floor, from 2:30-5:30pm.  This series is a new collaborative model of women sharing authentic wisdom and exquisite experiences, as well as building beautiful community for personal & collective healing, growth & celebration.     I am proud to say that I will am 1 of the 9 facilitators, offering a special workshop designed just for “Sundays with the Muse”. (Please see below)

Each 3 hour workshop will stand alone and can be taken individually, however, if you choose to come to most or all of the workshops, you will receive the benefits of a balanced, beautifully woven journey touching all realms of possibilities, from head to toe, heart to soul.  And, you are going to love this —- each workshop is valued at $60; however, you get to ‘Pay-What-U-Want’ at the end of each workshop, with absolutely no minimum and no maximum. This is as good as it gets!

To register and reserve a spot for each workshop, you must contact the individual workshop facilitator. I suggest you register ASAP if you want a spot. This is a series not to be missed! I hope to see you there.

Blessings,

Guiomar Campbell

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“Dance Our Way Home Presents: Sundays with the Muse”

October 4 ‘Moon Goddess’ with Yoga Goddess, Zahra Haji

Celebrate the magic of being a woman with meditation, yoga and the wisdom of the moon.

Moon Goddess is a yoga and meditation class like no other. You will learn a simple and gentle practice that will add vibrancy to your life, help you improve your relationships, enhance your physical and spiritual wellbeing, and connect with the Divine Feminine.  Come play with the Goddess energies of the maiden, mother, enchantress and wise-woman – energies that will encourage self-love, creativity, joy and serenity in your life – not to mention that gorgeous yoga glow!

Zahra Haji is a trained and practiced yogini inspired by the Goddess Ixchel to reconnect women to the Divine Feminine. Through the wisdom of the moon, kundalini yoga and meditation, Zahra guides women to discover the rich, treasure-filled sanctuary of inner-self. Currently Zahra is a Sessional Lecturer in the University of Toronto’s Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health Program. She offers women-centred courses and retreats through her business ‘Yoga Goddess’. For more info and to register, contact Zahra atiam@yogagoddess.ca  416-901-4032 www.yogagoddess.ca

October 11 ‘An Introduction to Authentic Movement’ with Gennie Brukner

Explore a practice of embodied presence that will help you become deeply connected with yourself through the use of movement and sound in the presence of a witness.

You will be invited to close your eyes and open up to your inner landscape of experience; then to move and sound spontaneously (which can include stillness and silence) out of this relatedness to yourself. Authentic movement can be great fun, deeply moving, and powerfully restorative.  It can help you to shake off the bindings of inhibitions and self-consciousness, whether inherited or self-imposed, and free you up to commune with your essential self.

Gennie Brukner has trained for three years at the Authentic Movement Institute in Berkeley, California.  She has also done some training with Ruth Zaporah in Action Theatre, Emilie Conrad Doud in Continuum Movement, Charlotte Selver in Sensory Awareness and Nina Martin in Ensemble Improvisation.  Her work is always informed by her meditation practice. For more info and to register, contact Gennie at gbrukner@gmail.com  416-531-0288

October 18 ‘Biosync-Rhythm for Balance and Wellbeing’ with Guiomar Campbell

Balance your body, mind, heart and spirit in playful and relaxing explorations of meridian stretches, yoga, Brazilian drumming, biodance and self massage.

Guiomar will take you on a fun, relaxing and uplifting journey of instrument playing, yoga, mantras, affirmations, self-massage and creative dance. You will learn techniques and tools for self-observation of your internal rhythm as well as for the overall improvement of your health. This workshop is designed to bring balance to the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels of your body. Bringwater, yoga mat, paper and pen, and a positive attitude.

Brazilian native Guiomar Campbell is a percussionist and singer. She leads the Toronto-based group, Parabolica, built on a foundation of Afro-Brazilian folk rhythms, bossa nova, samba and jazz. Guiomar is the creator of Biosync-rhythm movement, a technique that synchronizes body’s natural rhythms through creative dance, drumming and yoga. She is also a shiatsu therapist and acupuncturist, with a clinic in Yorkville called Lotus Shiatsu Therapy. For more info and to register, contact Guiomar atguiomar@lotusshiatsutherapy.com 647-428-7200 www.lotusshiatsutherapy.com

 October 25 ‘Awakening Aphrodite’ with Erica Ross

Awaken the pleasure and joy of being female through the Dance Our Way Home practice of free-style movement, relaxation and guided imagery.

Aphrodite, Goddess of love and devotion, was born from the sea of creation. This workshop is a rare opportunity to dance an awakening of your own inner Aphrodite, in a gently guided, safe and sacred female space.  Connecting with Her essence is a pathway to inspiring more fluidity, delight, sensuality, vitality and emotional healing and trust. Come find pleasure and power in your body, soften your heart and mind, share your joy, and become Aphrodite embodied! Wear something sensuous, bring a mat or blanket, and water bottle.

Erica Ross is a dancer, artist, DJ, mother and traveller. She has been in the arts for over 30 years. For the last 10 years she has been facilitating women’s workshops and groups; following her bliss/soul-calling to share what she knows to be true, to support women in the realization of their magnificence. Erica’s work is informed by her love of humanity, mystery, earth and the Divine Feminine. She is co-founder and director of Dance Our Way Home and co-founder of The Move Dance Collective. For more info and to register, contact Erica at erica@danceourwayhome.com 416 538-8408 www.danceourwayhome.com

November 1 ‘Honouring the Wisdom of Our Ancestors’ with Caro Cloutier

Claim your ancestral gifts as an exquisite resource, in a sacred ceremony of expressive art-making, dreaming, journeying, journaling and sharing.

Would you appreciate reconnecting to your Self, the earth and to your ancestors, in a safe and sacred space?  As medicine for the SOUL, Caro will expertly and lovingly guide you in a ceremony where you will reconnect with the untold wisdom of your ancestors. You will unearth and bring to light the gifts held for you as a way to access more understanding of your soul’s journey. This is an opportunity to claim and embody these ancestral treasures as a resource for wholeness, healing and radiant truth.

Caro Cloutier B.A., dipl.EXAT, is a practicing expressive arts therapist, energy medicine practitioner, and past Board Member of the Ontario Society of Psychotherapists. She invokes sacredness and healing experiences by engaging participants to rekindle their sense of play, creativity and self-expression.  Caro’s expressive arts therapy is inspired by drama, visual art, movement, toning or sounding, storytelling, text, symbolism, mythic mapping and ceremony. Caro has brought this work to many, including St. Joseph’s Immigrant Women’s Centre, Trinity Hospice and Gilda’s Place.  For more info and to register, contact Caro at caro@carocloutier.com416-554-0939 www.carocloutier.com

November 8 ‘BellyLaugh: The Yoga of Laughter’ with Valerie Moysey

Ignite your joy, using playful practices from around the world and experience laughter as the sacred thread that aligns your mind, body, and spirit.

Valerie loves to laugh. BellyLaugh: The Yoga of Laughter was borne out of a desire to share the contagiousness of silliness and laughter in community.  Studies show that children laugh 300-400 times a day whereas adults laugh 10-15 times a day.  If you would like to have fun and experience the healing power of laughter, then this is the workshop for you. Everyone is welcome! Exercises are inspired by meditation practices, cooperative games, and the worldwide laughter movement.  Please wear comfortable clothing and bring two blankets (or blanket and yoga mat) and a pillow.

Valerie Moysey, B.A., CST, LMT has been facilitating classes, workshops, and ongoing practice groups for six years. She places a high value on creating a comfortable and non-judgemental environment in which to explore and learn. Valerie’s workshops are ‘hands on’ as she believes that experience is the best teacher. Valerie spent ten years working in social services.  She currently works at sweetgrass spa practising holistic body work, sound healing and leading workshops with an emphasis on the mind-body-spirit connection.  For more info and to register, contact Valerie at vmoysey@gmail.com 416-538-9222 (please call before 9pm)

November 15 ‘Boundaries: A Psycho-Spiritual Exploration of the Divine Feminine’ with Nan Keyser

Discover your inner resources and wisdom through mythology, healing sound, journalling, story sharing and body-centered practices.

This workshop is a unique opportunity to explore your personal boundaries*, and tap into the source of body-soul wisdom within. Be inspired by the archetypal mythology of the Goddess to explore your inner resources of compassion, 

strength and protection. Through an exploration of journalling, story sharing, body-centered practices and healing sound, this workshop will offer an introduction to understanding and mapping your personal boundaries.  *A boundary is the energetic, emotional, physical, and psychic space between you and others.

Nan Keyser M.Ed, OSP is a psychotherapist in private practice who has been a compassionate facilitator of the healing and expressive arts for over 15 years. She is a clinical member of the Ontario Society of Psychotherapists has trained in body-centered modalities such as bioenergetics, sensorimotor psychotherapy, movement, chanting, and yoga. Nan is co-founder of Dance Our Way Home and The Move Dance Collective. For more info and to register, contact Nan at nankeyser@gmail.com 416 534-0655www.expressivehealing.com

November 22 ‘Introduction to Capoeira for Women’ with Lang Liu (Professora Estrelinha)

Experience the beauty and exuberance of the Afro-Brazilian art form capoeira, an intriguing blend of dance, martial art, music and ritual.

This workshop is a gentle introduction into the fascinating and rich world of the Afro-Brazilian martial art, capoeira.  With origins reaching back to the brutal world of slavery in colonial Brazil, capoeira incorporates elements of African, Indigenous and European cultures. The hypnotizing and joyful music, the camaraderie of the circle, the circular and powerful movements, all lead the body and senses to an experience that is both grounded and deeply spiritual.

Lang Liu has been practising capoeira for over 13 years.  She has taught capoeira in Toronto for over 7 years and recently founded the ‘Filhos de Bimba Toronto’ school of capoeira, whose mother school is based in Brazil under the guidance of Master Nenel, son of legendary Master Bimba.  Lang is currently writing a thesis at the University of Toronto based on her experiences of capoeira as an embodied form of knowledge with the potential to transform lives. For more info and to register, contact Lang atlangmliu@hotmail.com  www.baviaarts.com

November 29 ‘Diving for Love’ with Michelle Tocher

Recover the magic of storytelling for spiritual health and artistic growth.

Travel with an enchanting storyteller to the mythical islands off the coast of Hawaii, and listen to the poignant fairy tale of Hiku and Kewelu—a love story about the loss and recovery of the feminine soul, which is also at the root of the practice of the lomi lomi massage. Michelle Tocher will guide you into the undersea world of the story, where you will dive between the lines for your own soulful insights. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to be fed by the power of a tale richly told. Bring a journal to write in, and anything you might have that invokes the magic of Hawaii.

Michelle Tocher is an author whose writing and storytelling courses help people to find meaning and healing through imagination, metaphor, fairy tales and myths. Her many books include How to Ride a Dragon: Breast Cancer Survivors Tell Their Stories, Brave Work: A Guide to the Hero’s Journey at Work, and most recently, The May Queen, a poignant novel about love, life, and fairy tales. For more info and to register, contact Michelle at michelle@michelletocher.com 416-516-6644 www.michelletocher.com

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