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Issue 14 - February 2004 ~ Reflections on Relationships, Dreams, Foods and Moods
"To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance. "
~ Oscar Wilde
Valentine's Day holds special meaning for Ken and I, since we first
met at a Valentine's Day brunch that two friends organized. A very small group of people invited
several of their single friends, and those friends told two friends - and so on... until 24 people with
nothing better to do that day gathered for a Sunday brunch at The Black Bass, a Bucks County, PA
restaurant. My friend Lauren, dubbed it "the big blind date club" since few people knew
each other prior the brunch. Ken and I were the only couple that emerged from "the big blind
date club." After our marriage, Lauren added, "The Universe went through all that to
conspired for you to unite."
How is the Universe conspiring to support you on your life journey - be that for romance, health
or otherwise? Are you heeding the signs? We hope you enjoy this issue of tips, blips, techniques
and other offerings. Happy Valentine's Day! We wish you an openness of heart, mind and soul
this month.
Blessings for Love & Happiness,
June Soyka Cook, Founder
Self-Healing Expressions
The Valentine's Gift You Give Yourself:
Start Making Your Romantic Dreams Come True
By Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway
One of the most enduring quests of womanhood is to make sure we have a date for Valentine's
Day. The holiday of hearts is heralded as a time to be wined, dined and treated like a Goddess
and Valentine's day is a "concept" that has captured our fancy as the ultimate date
night. By the time February 14th rolls around, no one wants to miss out on dinner, chocolates,
flowers, and a mushy card with a love note. For many of us, it is a goal to work toward all year
round. Valentine's Day becomes a target date on the calendar, where we mentally pencil in:
FIND A BOYFRIEND! But wait, this can be stressful. . .
[ Continue reading here]
In the coming months, look for more "Tips for Finding Your Spiritual
Soul Mate" in this newsletter. Rev. Laurie Sue is the creator of e-course
Finding Your Spiritual Soul Mate: Transforming Your Romantic Destiny with A Romantic Resumé.
DEAR MARTY ~ Mourning the Death of a Relationship
Q & A by Bereavement Counselor Marty Tousley
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Question: I am facing divorce due to verbal abuse... Any books you'd recommend on
grieving this type of loss?
Answer: . .Whenever there is a loss of something important in our lives, we grieve. And
grieving is certainly a part of the divorce or breaking-up process. Usually for a death there
is a ritual with a funeral or memorial service, and some understanding in our culture that
mourning is important. But for the death of a love relationship, there is no prescribed ritual
of mourning, and the grief is. . .
[Continue reading here]
Marty Tousley is the creator and instructor of the course
The First Year of Grief: Help for the Journey.
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"Dreams are a sacred gift presented to us in the midst of our sleeping consciousness.
Remember your dreams. Honor your dreams. Learn from your dreams."
~ Norman Bradford, Author
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Techniques for Recalling Dreams
By Laura V. Hyde
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Have you ever said or heard someone say, "I never remember my dreams and I don't
know why?" Except for cases where medication, serious illness, drugs or alcohol are
involved, MOST people don't remember their dreams because they're afraid of what their
dreams are saying. Therefore, if you are afraid to hear the message of your dreams, you will
unconsciously prevent yourself from remembering them. If you are unable to remember your
dreams, or only able to remember "wisps" of your nightly dreams, first and
foremost, it requires. . .
[Continue reading here]
In the coming months, discover more Dream Recall Techniques in this newsletter. Laura V. Hyde
is the creator and instructor for the course
Dreams for Healing: Using Dreams as a Pathway to the Soul.
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Did you know your daily moods offer important clues as to missing nutrients in your diet? While
many factors may be influential into your feeling well - or not well, most people understand that
food intake is a key component to a healthy body. The right balance of nutrients daily can boost
the immune system enabling it to overcome illness, infection or disease... Tracking and analyzing
your daily food intake (without judgment) using a diet journal, as well as, recording your daily
feeling and moods (such as anger and irritability) can go a long way in helping you to feel well
and energetic. . .
[ Continue reading here]
"Life must be lived as play." ~ Plato
~ Lynn's Laughter Blip for February ~
By Lynn Shaw, Laugh Therapist
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The Midwest has experienced a tough winter this year with enough snow and ice to create
a lasting memory. Though we know it is winter, there is some surprise element when we
hear, "You're getting three more inches of snow!" The last thing most of us want to do is
frolic with glee and play in the fresh fallen wintry sparkles of white. No, we usually huddle
down under the quilt, stock up on our favorite beverage, continue our hibernation, and
groan about living in this climate. Enter the spirit of laughter! Try this. . .
[Continue reading here]
Lynn Shaw resides in Indiana, USA and is the creator and instructor of the course
Laughter for the Healing Heart.
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Things That Make You Go Ommm. . . This Month's Featured Courses
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Connect with your inner self & heal emotional wounds though journaling and
scrapbooking techniques taught in
Writing For Life: Creating A Story Of Your Own
by Sandra Lee Schubert, an uplifting course which exercises your creative muscles.
Struggling with the disabling effects caused by cancer, a brain tumor, multiple
sclerosis, stroke, anxiety. . . to name a few?
The Joy Of Coping: When Disability Knocks You For A Loop
by Arthur Soissons-Segal, supports and guides learner to reclaim their dignity and life after a
debilitating illness has occurred.
Do people and things in your life leave you feeling drained, invalidated,
unappreciated? Based on the teachings of Thoreau, author Marianne Parady
thoughtfully guides you on a journey of emotional healing and self-examination in the course
Living Deliberately: Guided By The Wisdom Of Thoreau.
When you live deliberately, you become more aware and conscious of your inner and outer
worlds, while taking purposeful steps toward wholeness and fulfillment.
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VALENTINE'S DAY PRAYER VIGIL
~ Sounding an "AH" for planetary
peace!
The "AH" is a universal, non-denominational heart sound that when projected
with focused energy is extremely powerful and effective. Add your "AH" for peace
on World Sound Healing Day, February 14, 2004 at 12 noon New York time (for 5 minutes).
Find details (and RealPlayer with AH sound) here:
http://www.healingsounds.com/worldday/info.asp
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~ Closing Thoughts ~
"You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time,
but you cannot fool all of the people all of the time." ~ Abraham Lincoln
~*~ This Month's Holistic Prayer ~*~
Comfort on difficult days,
Smiles when sadness intrudes,
Rainbows to follow the clouds,
Laughter to kiss your lips,
Sunsets to warm your heart,
Gentle hugs when spirits sag,
Friendships to brighten your being,
Beauty for your eyes to see,
Confidence for when you doubt,
Faith so that you can believe,
Courage to know yourself,
Patience to accept the truth,
And love to complete your life.
~ Author Unknown
Peace, Love and Light,
Your Friends at Self-Healing Expressions
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