Feature Treatment
BRAIN GYM
Educational Kinesiology: learning to redevelop the brains
neural pathways through physical movement in order to improve our
concentration, reading, memory, listening,
confidence and more.
Brain Gym was developed by Dr. Paul E. Dennison and Gail E.
Dennison and their associates. Dr. Dennison graduated from Boston
University in the early 1960’s. He worked in elementary schools and
became implemental with other associates in many programs that have been
put into action: Reading programs, Educational Kinesiology (Edu-K) &
more.
Brain Gym was one of the first healing practices that I had
been introduced to. This is a fascinating way to learn how the brain
functions and how we can re-wire or re-direct our thinking processes.
From the time we are born (and even before birth) to the present day,
our brains and senses pick up a lot of information: whether for the good
or bad. These feelings, thoughts, taught emotions and more can be
changed in order that we can come out of habits that have hindered our
progress in life.
Following are some of the
processes our brain goes through during a thought or action:
Laterality:
Communication – we need to access both sides of our brain, eyes, whole
body, academic, and communication. When this is all integrated we can
feel successful, strong and capable.
Centering:
Organization – here we need to unite the emotional and abstract:
thought, fear, fight or flight, expressing ones self or emotions. When
this is integrated we feel centered and content.
Focus: Comprehension – connection of our
back or frontal lobes, learning process, being over focused. When this
is integrated we become attentive, more open, flexible and have a good
perspective.
Homolateral
means
the same side of the body. When both sides are turned on – we are
balanced. When one side or both sides are turned off, we are unbalanced
and unable to function productively.
Examples
Un-centered & unbalanced: Centered and
balanced
When
homolateral is switched off: When homolateral is
switched on:
Off
center Centered
Confused Clear
Scattered Concentrates
well
Gets
thrown off track Follows through
easily
Disorganized Productive
With Brain Gym we can switch the homolateral back on in
order to reach our messages a lot better and freely. Sometimes when we
go through experiences that have not been gentle and with kindness and
we turn our senses off in order to protect our self from further hurt.
This pattern can continue through out life, being quiet and
timid and not wanting to speak out loud. Yet we have the option to help
ourselves become balanced again, so that we don’t feel that pressure or
no longer hold that experience in our defenses or subconscious mind.
Brain Gym is a wonderful technique for children, as they can
do exercises during the treatment. There are specific exercises to
re-develop the brains neural pathways according to what needs to be
done. From doing hook ups to working with the cross crawl. Along with
muscle checking (to see what needs to be addressed) to having a special
exercise program, children love the interaction and have fun. As
adults, we can use the same techniques and get amazing results and bring
changes into our lives to help us go forward.
For more information go to:
www.braingym.org
Written by: Kim Buckler
Cochrane, Alberta www.spirit-soul-healing.com
Feature Article
We’re Almost There
We are in the midst of personal and planetary changes that have never
happened this way before. Never has an entire planet with all its
population taken the next step. We are moving towards, actually racing
now, towards critical mass, wherein consciousness takes wing and flies,
leaping off the ground, entering a different dimension. Our
consciousness soars.
Many are going through stomach or intestinal disturbances as we process
the great shifting of our selves and the planet. Many are experiences
intermittent memory loss as they unconsciously flash in and out, back
and forth between dimensions. The veils are so thin now. Upon return to
this reality, we momentarily forget what we were saying or doing. It’s
not dementia; it’s growth of the consciousness.
So what happens after critical mass is reached? For each person the
experience will depend entirely on how they think, feel and create their
world. For a long time now, we’ve heard such phrases as “thought
creates” and ‘what you focus on you get more of”. So it is entirely up
to you, dear reader, to determine your thoughts, feelings and focus. We
are creating this next new world together. What would you like it to be?
If you find yourself in an unhappy or uncomfortable state, then take
steps now to shift how you think about your state. Judging yourself
worsens it. Know everything changes and it will pass. Know also that
the grander, wiser part of yourself set this experience out for your
benefit, not for your destruction. Pain can cause us to seek a different
path. Joy tells us we’re on our best path. Whatever it takes, take the
journey.
Recently I had a client in intense emotional pain. Instead of denying
the pain, pushing it away, fearing drowning in it, I suggested she sense
into her body and feel where that pain was. I suggested she look at it
and see what it looked like. I reminded her to breathe through it and
just allow it to be there. To stand witness to the pain is to
acknowledge it. Once acknowledged, it has done its job of getting your
attention and can leave. Amazed she whispered “It just dissolved and
went away!” A physics law says ‘A thing is changed by observation’. Just
the simple act of observing the pain was a revelation to her because her
tears simply stopped. She didn’t drown in her feelings. She could
breathe. She could allow the pain’s existence and just as with a whining
child, once she paid attention, its whining stopped.
This simple method transmutes pain of any kind, physical or emotional.
It releases it. By allowing and simply paying attention to it, it is
transformed.
We are in a time of easy transformation right now. It is up to you how
you approach your own situations. If you can’t control the external
circumstances, you can surely be in charge of how your react to them.
Your attitude, your observations and your allowance change you,
releasing your slumbering, earthbound spirit to soar.
Set your intentions. Put your order into the universe telling it what
you desire in your life. Now is the time.
Many things now promote higher vibrations within us such as:
*Light coming onto the planet. It now supports 4th dimension
experiences, not 3rd.
*Planetary alignments help. Just as the Moon controls tides and cycles,
the great planets affect us too. Their new and intense alignments have a
huge affect on consciousness and its vibrations.
*The internet with its instantaneous connectivity to all things and its
mass of revealed secrets, whistleblowers and behind the scenes
revelations spurs us to greater learning and connectedness.
*Mass consciousness itself has awakened enough to be available to access
it during sleep, meditation, quiet times, altered states and by wakeful
intent.
Much that was hidden is being revealed regarding politics, economics and
the ‘wizards behind the curtains’. Their control is shifting because we,
us, individuals, you and I, decided to grasp the opportunity to awaken
in our ascension.
Never before has a planet risen to this level. Using free will we are
almost there, at critical mass, moving forward more and more quickly. We
started out as drops of water on a plain, flowed into a small stream,
joined a river and are approaching the ocean of Oneness. Along the way
we learned we are not alone. Others think like us. We stopped being
solely individual and joined the larger picture of wholeness, retaining
our individual essences too. We are amazing. Never before has this been
done on this scale.
Love and compassion are the hallmarks of the 4th dimension.
We’re almost there. Hang in and hang on! Let’s see what we create.
May it be joy filled and loving!
Submitted by:
Dolly Mae
www.dollymae.com
dolly@dollymae.com
877.246.9569 206.992.2074
This Month’s Featured Members
www.abwholisticdirectory.com/direct.html
Carell Mehl, RT-CRA
KI Lifestyle Solutions Inc.
Reiki Master & Shamanic Coach
Calgary, Alberta
(403) 481-1507
www.kilifestyle.ca
Specialties:
Doula, Hot & Cold Stone Massage, Raindrop Therapy, Reiki Master /
Teacher, Shamanic Coach.
Melange Salon & Spa
# 102 1207 91st Street SW Edmonton
(780)
465-2425
info@salon-melange.com
www.salon-melange.comSpecialties: Melange Salon & Spa provides a non-toxic salon suitable for people who are asthmatic, MCS, CFS, and allergy sufferers. Hair Salon: Non Toxic, Health Care Products, Organic Products, and Spa Therapy Elke Nowicki # 6 372 Street Bragg Creek, AB (403) 949-2705 enowicki@telus.net www.healingtouchprogram.com Specialties: Angel Therapy, Healing Touch: certified Practitioner & Instructor, Energy Workshops for adults and children. Dr. Susan Rangitsch 7235 Old Grant Creek Road, Missoula, Montana, USA (406) 251-6698 Cell: (406) 240-3699 www.susanrangitsch.com srangitsch@earthlink.net Specialties: Consulting & private practice, Shamanism - Compassionate Warrior, Transformational Medicine and Wilderness Programs. Rise & Shine Healing and Paws4Bliss Sangavasini Calgary, Edmonton, St. Albert & Internationally (403) 390-6894 www.paws4bliss.com susan@riseandshinehealing www.riseandshinehealing.com Specialties: Canine Usui Reiki classes & Canine Companion Mindfulness Meditations, Energy Healing, Life Coaching, Sacred Geometry Readings, Workshops & Meditations Spiritual Directions Centre “Bringing Spirituality to Life” 1407 10 Street S.W. Calgary, AB (403) 210-2802 www.spiritualdirections.com Specialties: Counselling and Mentoring, Energy Healing, Expressive Writing, Workshops & Courses
Classes, Workshops &
More
Toning Nights
with
Natalie Fortier
Divine Mine: 222
11566 24th St. SE CALGARY, AB
Call: 403-279-9555 For dates and times
Come join us to help
balance your soul. Bring Your voice.
The Calgary Dowsers Chapter Meetings:
2nd Wednesday of each month
Meetings are open to members and guests. Meeting content varies
from full length presentations with guest speakers; practical
hands-on instruction in dowsing; workshops on related topics and
field trips.
See our website for detailed listing.
www.calgarydowsers.com
Location:
Spruce Cliff Community Hall 608 Popular Rd SW Calgary AB
Merope Gervais
(403) 217-2702
Meeting Cost:
CSQ Members – $5.00. Guests – $8.00
Cool
Family Solutions - Family ForumCool Family Solutions is kicking off Mental Illness Week (October 2 - 8) October 1, 2011 highlighting unique support programs for families.
Cool Family Solutions is about helping more families create a healthy home environment and find a plan to fit their particular circumstances. If families do not learn how to support their loved one dealing with mental illness, everyone is susceptible to illness.
YES You may have mental illness in the family, but it does not define who the ill person is or who the family members are. What defines the family is how everyone keeps moving forward with individual goals and passions, knowing the family can weather the storms that challenge them. If you know of a family who is struggling to be on the same page, having communication breakdowns and/or feeling overwhelmed with challenges, this is an opportunity for them to explore and experience a day of education and fun.
The day forum involves: Nutritional Snack, interactive family activities and education for the family to experience what the programs can offer to guide them to create a strong cohesiveness all the way down the family line.
Options for Your Business/Organization are:
1) Refer families to the October 1 Event to learn success strategies.
2) Sponsor families to attend the function (registration fee of $15.00 per family).
3) Purchase a table to advertise your organization or program (space limited @$150.00).
To read more about this event check out our event website.
To register for the event click here
Location: Haysboro Community Centre 1204 - 89 Ave S W, Calgary, AB
Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 noon, Saturday Oct 1 For more info. you can contact: Mona Cooley by email or phone 403.512.5558 September 2011 Intro to the Shamanic Journey and your Power Animal This workshop will introduce the techniques and method of the shamanic journey. This is a process we can all learn (though for some it takes more practice than others), where we enter into “non-ordinary” reality to be able to communicate as spirit, to other spirit helpers, guides and animal totems or guardians. Teachings will include an overview of shamanic cosmology, the role of the shaman in a community, and the basic ‘geography' of non-ordinary reality. This is an experiential workshop with step by step instructions and is intended for those who have never done shamanic journeying before, or who are still trying to develop their skills. Once learned, the shamanic journey can be used for many purposes, but this workshop will focus on finding, relating to, and communicating with, our Power Animal(s). Shamanic journey work is usually done lying down, so feel free to bring whatever would make you comfortable. A blanket is a good idea, and perhaps a pillow as well. A scarf or bandana can be helpful to block out the light. There will be times when you will need to take notes, so bring along pen and paper. Date: Sept 21st and 28th Wedn. 7 - 9:30 Price $110.00 plus GST To Register: Elaine Wolfe Elements Emporium # 1 122 Railway St. W Cochrane, AB (403) 932-8883 Calling in “THE ONE”: Seven Weeks to Attract the Love of Your Life Are you ready to experience the great love of you've yearned for? This FREE introductory evening will explain this uniquely powerful approach to finding love based on the bestselling book by Katherine Woodward Thomas. Participants will learn about the seven-week program (which runs Friday nights beginning October 7) that will provide you the opportunity to: identify and release inner obstacles that have kept love from taking root in your life, identify and break through the beliefs, patterns and old agreements that do not serve you, discover who you truly are and create a vision for your best life. Presented by Lori Lehnert, Certified Calling in “The One” Coach. Tuesday evening from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Sept. 13 (must pre-register). www.spiritualdirections.com 403-210-2802 Living On - Artfully
This four week workshop provides an opportunity to honour the memories related to passages in your life including career changes, financial crises, loss of health or ability, and/or loss of a loved one. The workshops utilize both art and animal-assisted non-verbal therapies to initiate your healing process. You will learn the key tasks of grief and the common avoidance patterns witnessed in grieving. Expect to feel better.
Facilitator: Straja Linder King
Monday afternoons: September 12, 19, 26; October 3, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
$140 includes all materials wwww.spiritualdirections.com Healing Touch Level 1 Calgary, AB Healing Touch brings helps you embrace compassion in your work and world. With Healing Touch you can gently, and significantly, impact the body-mind-spirit well being of people in your life and practice. After your first Healing Touch class you will possess a life-changing gift that you can offer over and over again to support health and facilitate the healing process for your patients and loved ones. Date: Sept 16- 6-9pm, Sept 17h- 9am-6 pm, Sept. 18th-1pm-6pm Instructor: Elke Marie Nowicki Certified Healing Touch Practitioner / Instructor For more information: Healing Touch To Register: Call Elizabeth at 403-253-4969
Animal
Communication
Some animal owners do not realize that the healthy relationship they
want to have with their pets is about inter-relationship, not leadership. In
this workshop you will come to understand your pet on a deeper level and
learn to calm your animal, apply healing touch/energy, understand ear
movements, groom your animal, touch and recognize its sacred
zones/boundaries. Tumbra, the therapy dog, will act as example. This is a
great opportunity to learn from our renowned, ground-breaking
animal-assisted therapy expert and her national pet hero.
Facilitator: Straja
Linder King
Saturday, September 24, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm $135
wwww.spiritualdirections.com
Free Please phone to register. 403-210-2802 Spiritual Directions, Calgary, AB wwww.spiritualdirections.com
AngelSong Intensive Thunderbird Sky Reiki & Energetic Arts with Candice Creelman & Danard Willisko Date: Sept 30-Oct 2, 2011
Time: Friday: 7-9:30 pm, Sat/Sun: 10am - 5pm
Investment: $333 (early bird) - $377 (after May 6) Location: Please call for details: 403-828-7395 www.thunderbirdsky.com October 2011 Kid Energy: The Magic of Yourself
Most kids already know how to tap into the invisible universe of energy. But things can happen that change that. These two workshops for 9-13 year-olds will help to rekindle those magical abilities and introduce tools to make kid energy stronger at home, at play and at school. Each class can stand alone although they also build on each other.
Class 1: Saturday, October 1, 10:00 to 11:30 am
Class 2: Saturday, October 15, 10:00 to 11:30 am
Facilitator: Elke Marie Nowicki for more info: Kid Magic or call: wwww.spiritualdirections.com October 4th 2011 Tuesday Register for Spiritual Directions, Calgary: 403-210-2802 Couples Reflexology Workshop 7 pm – 10 pm October 9th 2011 Sunday Register for Blairmore: 403-562-2853 Couples Reflexology Workshop 10 am – 1 pm During this workshop: we gain information on how Reflexology can help to promote good health and how it can be a wonderful way to end a day. We will cover how the meridians flow through the body and where each is located on the foot. A booklet and chart is provided to use as a guide for doing the treatments. Each person receives a full one hour treatment of foot reflexology from their partner during this workshop. Investment: $70.00 / couple COOKING WITH WHOLE FOODS Join holistic nutritionist Jackie Skrypnek for a series of cooking classes using whole food ingredients. Learn how to prepare high quality, nutritious meals using the local harvest in September, gluten-free options in October and healthy Christmas recipes in November. Each session includes discussion, demonstration, sampling and recipes. Location: Seniors on the Bow Sunday 2 – 4 p.m. Session 1 Sept 25 Session 2 Oct 16 Session 3 Nov 20 Cost: $45 + GST per session (Seniors discount: $35 + GST per session) To register: 403-851-2534 Reiki Level 2 Thunderbird Sky Reiki & Energetic Arts with Candice Creelman & Danard Willisko Date: October 22-23, 2011
Time: 9am to 5pm both days
Investment: $244 (early bird) - $288 (after April 15) Location: Please call for details: 403-828-7395 www.thunderbirdsky.com October 8th 2011 Saturday Blairmore Building Your Intuition Workshop Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) This workshop will be held over the day. This is for the beginner who would like to learn more about how to build on their own personal intuition. Several methods will be discussed, journaling will be encouraged, a lot of practice during class and also learning to do mini readings for others. Bring a lunch. Full day: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Investment: $85.00 /student Register for Blairmore: 403-562-2853
Karuna® Reiki Master
Thunderbird Sky Reiki & Energetic Arts with Candice Creelman & Danard Willisko Date: October 14-16, 2011Time: 9am-5pm all three days Investment: $777 (early bird) - $888 (after September 14) Location: Please call for details: 403-828-7395 www.thunderbirdsky.com
October 15th 2011 Saturday Lacombe, AB Register for Lacombe: 403-782-7955 Usui Reiki Classes for Level One Full day: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. October 16th 2011 Sunday Lacombe, AB Usui Reiki Class Level Two. Half Day: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For more info go to: www.spirit-soul-healing.com October 17th 2011 (Monday) 7 pm - 9 pm Introduction to Wholistic Healing Ever wondered ”What the heck is Wholistic Healing?” This workshop will explain what Wholistic healing is and where you can start if you want to investigate more. We will explore the use of aroma therapy, crystals, feathers and sage. A booklet with useful terms and website links will be provided.
Free Please phone to register. 403-210-2802 Spiritual Directions, Calgary, AB October 22nd 2011 Sunday Drumheller, AB Usui Reiki Classes for Level One Level One: the students learn the history of Reiki and energy work. During the class we are shown how to clear chakras, learn 3 symbols, receive the level one attunement, work with our own intuition, and do a full treatment. 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Register: 403-823-3669 Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) Reiki Level 2 Thunderbird Sky Reiki & Energetic Arts with Candice Creelman & Danard Willisko Date: October 22-23, 2011
Time: 9am to 5pm both days Investment: $244 (early bird) - $288 (after April 15) Please call for location: 403-828-7395 www.thunderbirdsky.com October 29th 2011 Sunday Bassano, AB Couples Reflexology Workshop During this workshop: we gain information on how Reflexology can help to promote good health and how it can be a wonderful way to end a day. We will cover how the meridians flow through the body and where each is located on the foot. A booklet and chart is provided to use as a guide for doing the treatments. Each person receives a full one hour treatment of foot reflexology from their partner during this workshop. Half Day: 1 pm – 4 pm Investment: $70.00+ per couple Register: (403) 641-3444 October 30th 2011 Sunday Bassano, AB Crystal Healing Classes During this class, the students will learn about several crystals and their healing properties. We also cover how to clean / clear your crystals, set up crystal grids, and clear your chakras. We learn how one can incorporate the use of crystals into our healing practice and daily lives. We will be doing exercises with the crystals that the students are intuitively guided to use. The student will also be provided with the option to purchase a crystal kit. Full day: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Investment: $105.00+ per student Register for Bassano: (403) 641-3444 November 2011 COOKING WITH WHOLE FOODS Join holistic nutritionist Jackie Skrypnek for a series of cooking classes using whole food ingredients. Learn how to prepare high quality, nutritious meals using the local harvest in September, gluten-free options in October and healthy Christmas recipes in November. Each session includes discussion, demonstration, sampling and recipes. Location: Seniors on the Bow Sunday 2 – 4 p.m. Session 1 Sept 25 Session 2 Oct 16 Session 3 Nov 20 Cost: $45 + GST per session (Seniors discount: $35 + GST per session) To register: 403-851-2534 November 12th 2011 Saturday Strathmore, AB Usui Reiki Classes for Level One Level One: the students learn the history of Reiki and energy work. During the class we are shown how to clear chakras, learn 3 symbols, receive the level one attunement, work with our own intuition, and do a full treatment. Bring a lunch. Full day: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Investment: $ 150.00+ per student Register for Strathmore: 403-934-5785 November 13th 2011 Sunday Strathmore, AB Usui Reiki Class Level Two. Level Two: We learn about long distance healing, and how it can be applied. The students will learn the long distance healing symbol, receive an attunement, practice long distance healing & do a Reiki treatment in the class. Bring a lunch Half Day: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Investment: Level 2 $ 150.00 Register for Strathmore: 403-934-5785 Building Your Intuition Workshop November 19th 2011 Sunday High River, AB This workshop will be held over the day. This is for the beginner who would like to learn more about how to build on their own personal intuition. Several methods will be discussed, journaling will be encouraged, a lot of practice during class and also learning to do mini readings for others. Bring a lunch. Full day: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Investment: $85.00 /student Register for High River: 403-652-4668 Crystal Healing Classes Nov 20th 2011 Sunday Lacombe, AB During this class, the students will learn about several crystals and their healing properties. We also cover how to clean / clear your crystals, set up crystal grids, and clear your chakras. We learn how one can incorporate the use of crystals into our healing practice and daily lives. We will be doing exercises with the crystals that the students are intuitively guided to use. The student will also be provided with the option to purchase a crystal kit. Full day: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Investment: $105.00 per student Register for Lacombe: 403-782-7955 Usui Reiki Classes for Level One November 26th 2011 Saturday High River, AB Level One: the students learn the history of Reiki and energy work. During the class we are shown how to clear chakras, learn 3 symbols, receive the level one attunement, work with our own intuition, and do a full treatment. Full day: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Level 1 $ 150.00 /student Register. for High River: 403-652-4668 Usui Reiki Class Level Two November 27th 2011 Sunday High River, AB Level Two: We learn about long distance healing, and how it can be applied. The students will learn the long distance healing symbol, receive an attunement, practice long distance healing & do a Reiki treatment in the class. Half Day: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Level 2 $ 150.00 /student Register: for High River: 403-652-4668
Upcoming Events
Body Soul & Spirit Expo
This year's Fall 2011 shows
will be taking place in ... Edmonton, AB Fall Sept 23-25, 2011
Calgary, AB Fall AB Sept 30 - Oct 2, 2011
Kelowna, BC Fall Oct. 14-16, 2011
Vancouver, BC Oct. 21-23, 2011
Saskatoon, SK November 4-6, 2011
Health Corner
(food / herb / vitamins alternatives & health)
Stress :
effects the body in more ways than one. Physically, emotionally and
spiritually.
In the last two weeks, not only have I experienced a blast
of unrest, anxiety and being really tired due to the stress building up
in me and around me. I work at the most amazing job 3 days a week,
doing what I am good at and the other two to three days, either
providing treatments or looking after the grandkids. All that I love to
do. I thought I was doing just get, then bam…. mega tired, ready to cry
and could not even get my butt into my own office to work on the
newsletter, which is next to treatments and the grandkids, my next
favorite activity.
This last week several people around me are experiencing the
same, some in different ways. My experience this time and in the past
is to recognize what is causing the discomfort in my life and
implementing the changes. We can embrace what is going on, but if we
don’t make some changes and look after ourselves physically and
emotionally we will get really sick.
A couple of weeks ago I restarted the Vitamin B50’s, all the
B vitamins and 50 mg of each. But this was not strong enough, to
rebuild the system and remembered a formula called “AdrenaSense”, and
anti-stress herbal combination with Rhodula, Suma, Siberian Ginseng,
Schisandra and Ashwahanda. From addressing the issues that was causing
some of the stress and the herbal formula, within a week I feel so much
better. Will probably take the formula for about another 2 – 3 weeks,
then put it aside. A couple of years ago, I used the “AdrenaSense” and
within 2 weeks saw a huge difference: physically, emotionally and
spiritually.
Eating habits also affect our outlook and stress levels, and
many foods, though we consider them to be comfort foods (emotional),
actual have the opposite effect physically. The heavier foods can cause
a person to be lethargic, and when one is lethargic, they are not able
to get the physical exercise they need nor do they have the ambition to
get chores or tasks done. In the last few days, I have made sure I ate
properly, more fruits and veggies, and less of the home made breads and
baking.
Now matter whether we are male or female, we need to listen
to our bodies, and feed it what it really requires. We also need to
learn to address what is bothering us, and implement changes to let go
of our old habits that don’t serve us any longer. The attitude of “I am
tough, I can handle anything”, can become a path to unease, unhappiness,
depression and more. Take the time to value yourself, treat yourself
and find what will work with your body to start that healing process.
For me, it may be Vitamins and Herbs, and addressing
uncomfortable issues, and for the next person there may be other
solutions. We also need to be careful of what we consume, and if we are
on any medications, please do work with your Naturalpathic Doctor or
Family doctor before making any changes. If you can use a more natural
process with the healing and look for the root cause, your body will
heal better and become stronger.
(herbs and more)
Sage:
one of wisdom – a wise teacher, spiritual teacher or a teacher of
mysticism, a philosopher.
As I harvest the sage from the garden it is time to learn what else the
herb can be used for. In the drier areas such as Lethbridge, Alberta,
one could grow the White Sage for Smudging.
Salvia officinalis has been used since ancient times for warding off
evil, and found in monasteries where herbs and medicines were stored.
The herb has been used medicinally for hundreds of years. Known as the
“Savior”.
Sage Salvia
officinalis
Contains:
Vitamins:
A, B1
(thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (Pantothenic Acid), C
Minerals:
Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorous, Potassium, Sodium,
Sulfur, Zinc
Other:
Alpha-amyrin,
alpha-pinene, alpha-terminal, beta carotene, beta-sitosterol, borneol,
boron, caffeic acid, campesterol, camphene, camphor, caryophyllene,
chlorogenic acid,
cineole,
citral,
cornsole,
cornsolic acid
ferulic
acid,
,
flavones,
flavonoid glycosidesfumaric
acid,
galic acid, genkwanin, hispidulin, limoneme, linalool, lutein,
masliinic acid, menthol, mucilage, narigenin,
nicotinamide,
oleanolic acid,
p-coumaric acid, pinene, rosmarinic acid, saponin, silicon,
stigmasterol,
tannic acid,
thujone,
thymol,
ursonic acid,
ursolic acid,
vanillic acid
Plant:
Sage is a perennial herb that grows like a small bush. The stems of the
plant are woody, and the leaves are grayish green and thick. The
flowers are from a blue to purple in color. The sage is a member of the
Lamiaceae family (mint) and is
native to the Mediterranean area. Sage has a long history of being used
for medicinal purposes and culinary uses. Sage was one of the
ingredients in the
Four Thieves Vinegar
that had been used for the plaque. The vinegar was a blend of herbs
which that was used to ward off the plague.
To harvest:
Pick leaves
as needed. For winter use, cut 5-6 inches of top of stalks before
flowering. Dry the herbs in open basket or hang in bunches. When dry,
store in jar.
Used for:
Blood:
Helps clean the blood and work with the liver.
Female: great to reduce menstrual pains. Stops lactation, yeast infections,
and aids in reducing night sweats and hot flashes due to low levels of
estrogen.
Gall Bladder: Sage is used to cleanse the gall bladder
Hair: Used to rinse the hair. The tea rinse helps to add shine and will
encourage growth of the hair.
Liver:
helps to cleanse the
liver while it cleans the blood
Lungs:
helps with bronchitis
as it works with the chest.
Mouth:
bleeding gums, toothaches and inflammatory conditions of the mouth, used
to clean the teeth.
Nerves: Works with the nervous system to provide a calmness.
Stomach:
used
for digestion, helps to reduce nausea, and works with ulcers.
Diseases:
Jaundice,
Alzheimer's disease
Other:
Used in
a
monasteries and it was found where herbs and medicines were stored.
Sage is used in essential
oils for massage for
therapeutic massage and used to help relief fatigue. The herb has been
used for epilepsy and to ward off the plague. Relief for heavy
perspiring. Used for some snake
bites, and it was used to help increasing a women's fertility. Sage has
been used for mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. Used to improve
memory.
Therapeutic
action:
antibiotic,
antifungal,
antispasmodic,
antimicrobial
(kills or stops the growth of bacteria and fungus), antimicrobial,
astringent,
cathartic
(causes purging of the liver and gall bladder), diaphoretic (open pores
of skin, stimulate sweating & raise body temperature), diuretic
(compound that promotes production and excretion of urine),
emmenagogue,
emollient
(soothes & softens the skin),
estrogenic
hemostatic,
hypoglycemic,
pectoral (for the chest), stimulant, tonic
Used as:
Sage that is used in cooking is safer, as it burns off the potent oil
called thujone. Too much of this oil can cause convulsions and loss of
consciousness. Used in infusions for bathes, rubdowns and for healing
sores.
Massage oil:
add 6 drops of sage oil to 2 ounces of almond oil. Do Not apply pure
sage oil to the skin.
Cooking: stuffing’s,
sauces, soups, chowders, poultry, fish, beef, lamb, pork, veal,
marinades, lima beans, onions, eggplant, tomatoes, cheese dishes,
potatoes, sausage.
Caution:
Too much sage is not good and it stops the blood from absorbing the
minerals that the body needs. Those who are nursing should not consume
very much sage as it will dry up the milk. Also not recommended for
those who suffer from seizures.
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Gardening
As the grandkids are sneaking the peas out of the garden,
the 3 year old eating the kale he just picked and the granddaughter
forever in the Raspberries, I am so grateful for the time in the gardens
again. The pea patch is very small, but enough for the kids to enjoy
and a few meals of fresh beans. The sage is being harvested and dried
for the winter, some the berries that made it to the freezer, and the
flowers are being dried for the vase or two. I am still hoping to get
some carrots from the family farm to pickle, and freeze the dill.
Each year I get more daring with what I plant, and wondering
why I waited so long to get the herbs growing. In the next 3 weeks I am
hoping to get some plants split up and transplanted, and one plant moved
so that the surrounding plants can grow better. This is a good time of
the year to start planning for the spring and creating ideas of what
changes you can make to utilize what space you do have. No matter what
size your yard is, or your balcony, there are several ways to grow
fruit, veggies and flowers. One yard in town, very small and started
off all rock, now has an amazing rock garden with an apple tree,
raspberries and beautiful plants growing in it.
The biggest chore or change, is to dig up some plants that
have gone a bit too wild in an shady area and replace the garden area
with wood chip, and some neat rocks and ornaments along with some of the
Saskatoon shooters from another garden. About 13 years ago, I was given
2 small Saskatoon plants for Mothers Day, and planted them about a foot
apart. After about 4 years I split up the plants and now have two huge
Saskatoon bushes, along with about 5 other smaller ones around the
yard.
The biggest thing we need to remember is to not limit
ourselves to what we can do with our growing space. Not only do I reap
the benefits of the garden time, the grandkids love to eat off of the
plants and they both knew by the time they were 2 – 3 what they could
safely eat. Each year I leave all the top berries for the birds to
eat.
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