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The Glowing HiveHealth and Healing from Waterloo Region’s Holistic Community: ‘Sedona of the North’

Issue 6: Spring 2013

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Where “Sedona of the North” came from

(introduction to the first issue of The Glowing Hive: Winter 2011)

Welcome to the very fi rst issue of the e-mag-azine dedicated to providing infor-

mation on all aspects of holistic wellness, coming to you from the Waterloo Region. Issued quarterly, The Glowing Hive will offer articles on different aspects of health and healing, includ-ing physical health, emotional balance, mental clarity, business success, energy clearing, reviews and creative inspiration. As The Glowing Hive is a complimentary publication, there will be no paid advertising, although we are happy to support our contributors in the wonderful work they do in their own holistic practices and businesses. This little project was born out of a realization that there are so very many of us in this Region who are doing such wonderful and healing work in a great variety of modalities. I have long been amazed by the energy of this region. As one who moved here about 10 years ago, I was sensitive to what makes this particular area so unique and special. Local history shows that Kitchener itself was origi-nally established in 1798 as a settlement for German Menno-nites seeking freedom from religious persecution, becoming the Town of Berlin in 1854. It has long had an association of being a company town with businesses such as Schneiders, Arrow Shirts, Kaufman Footwear and Krug Furniture having long, long histories in the city, many dating back to some of the fi rst families to settle here. Perhaps it is the energy behind what brought the set-tlement into being. Perhaps it is the many family-owned busi-nesses. Perhaps there is some other, yet-unknown cause. Re-gardless, I have always found Kitchener to be fi rmly rooted in a commitment to community. From the personal gathering of friends to the neighbourhood associations to the offering of so many opportunities to gather (usually in Victoria Park) to cel-ebrate some event or another. I have lived in many places, from small towns to huge urban centres, both in Canada and the U.S. I have never experienced the kind of drawing together that hap-pens in Kitchener. It is wonderful. When you look at the “fl avours” of this region, it is a pretty remarkable place in which we live. Waterloo, with its cutting edge technological research and future vision-building, is known as “Silicon Valley of the North”. Stratford is world-renown for its connection to Shakespeare and the arts. Guelph has its dedication to the natural sciences and Cambridge, the beautiful meeting place of the Grand and Speed Rivers, with

its balance of several towns and a hamlet from the past seems to speak, by its very makeup, of how to create synthesis. All these different areas of focus, so close together, contribute to the experience of a Region that is forward-thinking, commu-nity-driven, artistic, innovative and expansive. A place where positive change for the future can be explored, take root and grow! I know it is a stretch. I know we have no red rocks or natural cathedrals. I know some may giggle at my proposition. But I say, this area has the feel of a “Sedona of the North”. Perhaps not in the landscape (though the Grand is very grand). But in the underlying and supporting energies. There are more bodyworkers, lightworkers, social workers, mental health pro-fessionals, naturopaths and therapists here than I have been witness to in other places. There is something that inspires so many in this area to explore health and healing and energy. And how exciting that is. I had a vision of a place that one can come to, from anywhere in the world, and know that they are stepping into a place where many healing hands are available, from any type of modality one would wish to utilize, ready to gently guide to a place of balance and wholeness. And I say, celebrate. Come together in support of all of us who are doing this work, knowing that we are making a difference not only in this region but with ripple effects ema-nating out. As we change ourselves, we change the world. So, giggle if you will (and I will giggle along) but I say, hurray – “Sedona of the North”.

I hope you en-joy reading The Glowing Hive as much as I have en-joyed putting it together.

~ Tiffany Lazic

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The Red Tent Movement was started by ALisa Starkweather, inspired by the book “The Red Tent” by Anita Diamant.

A Red Tent is a safe, woman-only supportive space in which women gather to tell their stories, cel-ebrate themselves, learn from each other and let go, if only for a time, of the roles they take on in other aspects of their lives.

A Red Tent can encompass sacred ceremony, joy-ful dance, engaged discussion or rites of passage.

Things We Don’t Talk About: The FilmThings We Don’t Talk About: Woman’s Stories from the Red Tent is a groundbreaking 72-minute documentary fi lm by award winning fi lmmaker Isadora Gabrielle Leidenfrost, PhD. Available through this link: http://www.hiveandgrove.ca/red-tents.html

The next Red Tent Event is June 15, and Sept. 22, 2013 (2:00 – 4:00) at The Hive and Grove.

A Red Tent is open to all women of every age and serves to strengthen bonds between women across generations.

For women to step into empowerment, it is neces-sary for them to have the space in which to refl ect their inner truth and their highest selves, supported and accepted by a community of women. Red Tents provide such a space.~ Tiffany Lazic

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The Glowing Hive Health and Healing from Waterloo’s Holistic Community

Sedona of the NorthThe light is coming back and it feels like there is a whole new opening of pos-sibility on the horizon. This issue’s cover is the intriguing piece “The Secret Garden” by Amanda Clark. It captures the sense of having pulled back the veil of the dark, winter months to reveal what wonders lie just beyond.

Is it an adventure? It is a homecoming? Is it a familiar landscape with a fresh, new perspective? Are there new friends or new messengers to be discov-ered? And the soft light that glows – what will it bring into view?

Spring is a time of feeling life return to the Earth and to ourselves. As we feel the energy begin to fl ood the land and our bodies once more, we are able to meet new projects and activities with enthusiasm and optimism. What looked barren yesterday is full of potential today. As we see the fi rst inklings of buds poking through the earth and throw open the windows to let the breeze clear out the winter cobwebs, we truly step through to a whole new vision. May that vision for you be touched with wonder. May you hear the birdsong of inspired messages brought down to whisper in your ear and may your path forward be bathed in light. Tiffany Lazic

Editor : Tiffany Lazic is a holistic psychothera-pist, spiritual counselor and owner of The Hive and Grove Centre for Holistic Wellness and Gifts for the Soul Shop. She has developed and facili-tates several courses which invite participants to experience healing and wellness through the magic of symbol and Nature. She is thrilled to continue her association with Toronto’s Transformational Arts College of Spiritual and Holistic Training by teaching the Discovering the Total Self Program

at The Hive and Grove in Kitchener. Tiffany is the creator of “The Glowing Hive” and contributes through “Seasonal Ponderings”, “Of the Earth”, “Sorting Out the Psyche” and “Those Awesome Archetypes” articles.

Managing Editor and Graphic Design: Tanya Snow-don is a multimedia graphic artist who is comfortable in both corporate business design settings and holistic spiritual inspired realms. Much of the vision for her personal creative work is drawn from her own inner exploration. The Glowing Hive offers Tanya the op-portunity to integrate her art design and spirit, and for this, she is happy and grateful. She knows it is a great foundation for her upcoming oracle deck.

The Secret Gardenby Amanda Clark

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Opening:Seasonal Ponderings: Going with the Flow

Health and Happiness:That Gentle Touch: The Body Talks. Are You Listening?Healthy Living: Balance & HarmonyThe Body’s Breath: The Other Four of the Eight Limbs of Yoga‘Ask Cheli Doolittle’: Gemstone Support for Four-Legged Friends of the EarthOf the Earth: Morganite and Meadow-sweet

Abundance and Flow:Creating a Legacy: Opening Heaven’s GateDream Weaving: Planting Dream Seeds

Peace and Serenity:Sorting out the Psyche: What is Love?Fabulous Fifty…and Beyond: The Love Af-fair of a Lifetime

Enlightenment and Inspiration:Those Awesome Archetypes: A Tarot ex-ploration: The HierophantMiracles: Between the Worlds: Achnowledging the Power of Ordinary Things

Quirks and Creativity:Singing Aloud: The Quality of TouchAngels’ Chorus: RelationshipsDance of the BeesNectar From The Hive

Illumination and Bliss :Upcoming Events at The Hive: Courses and Workshops for April, May and JuneIntroducing... Darlene HewittHive Scrapbook

ContentsContents

Special thanks to Amanda Clark for allowing use of her beautiful art for the

cover.

To see more of Amanda’s work visit:www.earthangelsart.com

To purchase prints, visit her Etsy shop at:http://www.etsy.com/shop/

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C o n t r i b u t o r sC o n t r i b u t o r s

Mary C. Davis is a Certifi ed One Command® and ThetaHealing™ Practitioner, Prosperity Guide and Business Coach who helps spiritually-oriented wellness professionals create prosperous, fulfi lling busi-nesses with ease and joy. She is the creator of The Prosperous Healer’s Path™, a training and coaching process that integrates conscious creation tools and practical business-building strategies with spiritual truths, values and inner wisdom. Results include an abundance of money, clients and fulfi llment.Mary contributes the “Creating a Legacy” article.

Yogini Darlene Hewitt has been teaching Hatha Yoga for 28 years. She is trained in Usui Reiki (Master Teacher/Trainer), Axiatonal Re-alignment and is a Master Practitioner in NLP. Her ethos and lifestyle refl ect the deeper teachings of all her combined training. Darlene lives with her husband and two mini yogi children in Waterloo. Darlene contributes “The Body’s Breath” article.

Robynne (Tennant) Kingswood is a CCMH graduate and practices out of Kitchener, Ontario. She has continued along the path of learning throughout her career and incorporates Refl exology, Therapeutic Touch, Reiki, Acupuncture, and Hot Stone Therapy in her treatments. Robynne is a faculty member for CCMH in Professional Development, Law and Ethics and Business, and also lectures provincially for the CMTO on Professionalism. Robynne contributes the “That Gentle Touch” article.

Cheli Chelouche is a Canadian Artist and jewelry designer, expressing her artistic abilities creating unique jewelry pieces incorporating genuine gemstones and crystals. She has a fascination with the artistic contribution with which the ancient civilizations gifted us and uses ancient inspiration in her unique pieces. She is the creator of “Pawmulets”, using the healing power of gemstones to honour animals and all that they give us. Cheli’s column “Ask Cheli Doolittle”: Gemstone Support for Four-Legged Friends appears in the “Health and Happiness Section.

Erin Kiers is the owner of Hybrid, Kitchener Waterloo’s fi rst Environmentally Friendly Salon and Spa, located on Weber St in Waterloo. Erin has enjoyed the transformation of a customarily chemical laden industry to one that is more conscientious and is proud of her involvement in that evolution. After experiencing her own personal acceleration to awareness, she focuses her efforts on the transformation of the human consciousness and has contributed to the Hive and Grove on-line magazine in the hopes of inspiring more people in the evolution of our collective spirit. Erin contributes the “Angels’ Chorus” article.

Michelle Bellerose is a musician and artist who’s also worked as a healthfood chef, a movie production coordinator, and a demolition and plumber’s assistant. She has completed several yoga teacher train-ings, as well as trainings in QiQong, refl exology, connective tissue manipulation, Reiki and homeopa-thy. You can view her artwork and hear her music at www.michellebellerose.blogspot.ca. Michelle contributes the “Singing Aloud” article.

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Calvin Howard is a visual design artist currently residing in Waterloo Ontario. His images are created through a unique “metamorphosis” using classic photography, Photoshop technology, artistic vision and perhaps..... just a touch of magic. Each individual work of art beckons us to enter a world unlike our literal reality: A world where hope, dreams, and imagination blend to refl ect fl exibility, growth, and transformation. As he explores his own evolving awakenings, we the viewers of Calvin’s art fi nd our-selves moving also inward, deeper into our own soul journeys. It is Calvin’s sincere intention that all of his art shall inspire: joy, attention, consciousness, and change. Calvin contributes art to the “Dance of the Bees” section.

Kerrilynn Shellhorn is an internationally respected Spiritual Medium, Intuitive and Spiritual Teacher, who works with both adults and children. A mother of four beautiful children, Kerrilynn is also the former radio host of Spiritual Parenting: Parenting the Children of the New Earth – and is a Children’s Yoga and Meditation Facilitator. Kerrilynn is also the author of the ebook: Your Purposeful Life and the Children of Light Affi rmation Cards. Kerrilynn contributes the “Between the Worlds” article.

Lisa D. Theodore, DTCM, Min., is an active practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Integrative therapies and Spiritual healer and teacher. She has spent the greater part of her life on a conscious (and sometimes, a not so conscious) journey toward Self. Throughout this journey, Lisa has discovered many wonderful healing modalities, uncovering the Divine connection and feeling the Spirit moving through all things. She continues to create, write, and teach on Spiritual principles, healing and con-scious awareness. Her passion is to be of service to others through many creative outlets, helping them to fi nd the means to express themselves to their fullest, most joyful and loving potential. Lisa maintains a private practice in Kitchener, Ontario. Lisa contributes the “Healthy Living: The Flow of the Sea-sons” and “Miracles” articles.

Julie Wise is a motivational coach who helps people navigate change in their lives and reach their personal and professional dreams. Julie is the author of Dream BIGGER: Reclaiming a Life of Joy and Ease. She in an intuitive, trained in Advanced Energy Awareness and Healing, a Celtic Reiki Realm Master and a practitioner of Karmic Regression Therapy. In her workshops and one-to-one sessions, she combines her gifts to help people fi nd the answers they seek to create the life they desire. Julie contributes the “Dream Weaving” and “Fabulous Fifty…and Beyond” articles. Cheryl contributes Inspiration banner artwork in the Dance of the Bees section.

Cheryl Weber-Good is a freelance hand lettering artist who paints heartwarming, colourful messages, quotes and verses. She produces large hand painted banners and signs for institutions as well as fi ne art and calligraphic treasures for personal gifts and home décor. She is passionate about communica-tion across the millennium connecting humanity through quotations, then capturing and elevating the power of those texts on various artists’ mediums. Much of her inspiration comes from hiking the fi elds and forests where she lives at her farm, close to New Hamburg, Ontario. Cheryl contributes Inspiration banner artwork in the Dance of the Bees section.

Andre Wunjo is a photographer whose goal is to “take some pictures which might touch people in some special way”. He is inspired by landscapes, cloudscapes, sunrises, sunsets, plant life, old cars, airplanes, old buildings or whatever catches his spirit of “wunjo”: that elusive state of harmony within a chaotic world. Andre contributes photography for the Dance of the Bees section.

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to be my way or the highway, and yet, at the same time,

acknowledging that we do carry a preference as to how things unfold. We can trust that, by going with the fl ow, we are moving towards

the co-creation of our life with the energy of the Divine. But

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“being in the right tributary”, so to speak. To help us with that, our bodies and the world around us

is unendingly eloquent.• Pay attention to the rhythms of your

body, especially being energized and being fatigued

• Listen to your emotions, especially those of uplifting joy and the reservation of reluctance• Learn to recognize the difference between a roadblock and a brick wall• Learn to decipher those wonderful messages from the Divine I have a soft spot for the seahorse. Well, particularly the leafy sea dragon, to be specifi c. They always look so calm fl oating and bouncing along, hav-ing caught a lovely current. And yet, they can reach out with a tail when it seems timely to rest from the movement. Perhaps taking a moment to take stock before moving on. For us, it is the same. Go with the fl ow. If prompted, pull out for a moment. Recalibrate. Or change direction. Then go with the fl ow once again. Remember, there IS an “I” in “Divine”. In fact, there are 2. We are, after all, in the process of co-creation!

It is a phrase we hear often enough. “Go with the fl ow”. We have a sense of what it means and what it feels like to be in the fl ow of our lives, instead

of fi ghting against it. I say it to myself almost ev-ery day and use meditation and yoga to connect to the rhythm of it moving through me. But I sometimes hear confusion about the difference between going with the fl ow and an attitude of passivity. It seems like there is the sug-gestion of the extreme dichotomy between fl ow and control: opposite ends of a spectrum. And we know the dangers of control – the tightening of muscles, the rigidity in relationships, the stress upon our bodies and the emotional tension created by the underlying message of fear. We know that control is not the place we want to sit, but how does one go with the fl ow without the sense of non-direction? The spawning salmon hurls itself over and over upstream. We are in awe of this determination, but do we want to live this way? Certainly not! On the other hand, the leaf fl oats down the stream. Sure, it goes with the fl ow, but it is also at the mercy of any beaver dam or logjam that may lie ahead. Not neces-sarily a way we want to move through our lives either. Somewhere be-tween the two poles lies a choiceful fl ow. It allows us to ease into the fl ow of our life’s direction, but that of our choosing. Letting go of ego’s control that it has

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That Gentle Touch

THE BODY TALKS,

Article by Robynne Kingswood

How open is your relationship with your body? Let’s listen in on a recent conversation at a wellness clinic:

When did your shoulder begin hurting? Oh, I don’t know. It’s been a while.Is it worse in the morning… evenings…? Um…I don’t know, it’s just kinda always there.Are you restricted from any daily activities? Ya…put-ting my coat on in the mornings is really hard. What about when you leave work for home? Is it hard to put on your coat then? No. Hey…no, I can move it fi ne then. It’s a little thing; the distinctions I listen for, but they matter. This may mean something they are doing overnight (like sleeping on that shoulder) is more of a problem for the body than daily work posture. The body can always be relied on to try and communicate, but are we listening? I dislike pain killers for that reason: without improving upon the root issue, they deaden the mes-sage to the body. They convince us: You’re fi ne! Keep going! One more run down the slope! Finish shoveling the drive way! You’re joints don’t hurt, keep going!

Rather than listening to your body’s polite, “Ahem…we aren’t as young as we used to be” and “You haven’t been replenishing the cartilage you’ve worn down, so this is about to be a problem” or even “By the way…we’re thirsty”. The body doesn’t up and quit on us one day. There are years and years of one way conversations behind a meltdown. Small complaints: headaches, muscle soreness, reoccurring sleep disturbances, crav-ings, allergies. The body tries to get our attention in many ways. When one doesn’t work it tends to esca-

are you listening?

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late. Migraines, losing of range of motion, swell-ing, insomnia, food allergies, weight gain, anxiety, panic. When we disrespect our body’s requests, we lose big time. Our quality of life goes down, and so does that of our loved ones around us. Sometimes it’s not a blatant disrespect, but a matter of not understanding the language our body is using to communicate with us. After all, North American society has a pill or product for almost everything. Holistic health care is increasingly ac-cepted, but is admittedly a longer harder path one must be committed to. When work stress or home stress builds, it is easier to reach for the quick fi x. Here is where we must be willing to change; to work with our body as a lifelong relationship full of nurture, and mutual support. As a Refl exologist, I can tell you without question there is a connection between where a plantar wart will erupt on the foot and the organ or body part it’s related to that is not well. A Tradi-tional Chinese Medical Doctor will tell you your tongue spills a million tales about your bad habits and systems in crisis. An Iridologist takes one look into your baby blues and reads you like a book. This is just it: we’ve forgotten how to read. Pain and fatigue are two signals the body uses to slow us down in an attempt to get us to listen. It screams in a universally clear language: “STOP THIS MADNESS”. Are you ready to listen? Pain and fatigue are not things to push through with Aspirin and another coffee. Stop. Take a walk. Listen. Do a food journal; include times of fatigue and night time wakefulness. Talk to someone about your fi ndings and get help re-learning the language of your body. I thought for years I was addicted to potato chips. Turns out I was craving iodine for a con-fused and struggling thyroid. Huh, that was a lot of wasted caloric intake, sheesh. Lesson learned. I’m trying harder to pay attention.

It’s not that we have to get it right all the time…it’s that we keep trying to be mindful of the relationship, and keep the lines of communication open.

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Healthy Living

Balance & HarmonyHonouring our inner balance Balance and harmony are two states of being that we are constantly striving toward. Balance can ap-pear quite elusive at times. Work, play, exercise, rest, in-gestion, digestion, racing thoughts, calm mind...how do we balance all of these events that make life go around? How often do we feel slightly off kilter, like something is not quite “right” in our lives. We might not be able to pinpoint exactly what it is that is out of balance; more often than not, however, we actually hear or recognized the nudges, the inklings that say, “hey, pay attention here - we aren’t happy”. We frequently dismiss these feelings as unimportant, an exaggeration or simply an issue we don’t want to address.

What about Harmony What does that look like, or mean, for you? Har-mony can be another expression for Peace or Stillness - an experience where Peace fl ows within, regardless of what the outer experience may be. Harmony is a kind of balance that allows us to go with the fl ow, to be at Peace, to be unattached to what we think “should” be happen-ing, and to fl ow with the Universal support that is being offered all the time. Balance and Harmony - two wonderful expres-sions of life that we can tap into on all levels of our be-ing at any given time. Physical balance is likely the most obvious dimension for most people to feel in or out of. The physical body has certain requirements to maintain balance. It needs, as a minimum, clean air, water, food, rest & exercise to function well. In order for the body to maintain balance it must be receiving and utilizing the proper nutrients. Paramount to this is a balanced intake of foods which match your particular needs at a given time. A marathon trainer will need a different set of foods than a sedentary person; a person recovering from a long term imbalance will need a different level of sup-port than a healthy person. Knowing the energetics of food can help you make the best choices to maintain equilibrium at all times. Foods have different functions, different meta-bolic properties, tastes, natures that when eaten at the

appropriate times can easily support the physical body’s harmony and balance. We often look at food as the basic fuel to get through the day. “I eat because I have to”, is a common conversation. Yet, many times, we are not recognizing that the fuel we are choosing isn’t necessarily the perfect fuel for our body. You wouldn’t put diesel into a car that runs on gas. Likewise we wouldn’t want to ingest infl ammatory foods when we are congested, stressed or overworked. Understanding the energetics of food doesn’t have to be a complicated process - nor does coming into a greater awareness of your own set point or balance point. Start with the basics - drink plenty of clean water; warm it up and add fresh lemon to get the toxins moving out; eat a balance of fresh, unprocessed organic foods, exercise and have quiet time - everyday. Remem-ber that you can choose to be in balance and harmony. You can fi nd and enjoy many methods of increasing the fl ow in your body, in your mind and in your life. It starts with making a conscious choice. As spring approaches, the rains arrive washing away the old winter debris. Now is the time for each of us to feel the shifts and allow our own debris to be released and for new growth and movement to be wel-comed. Here’s to a healthy, balanced Spring - a moment of going with the fl ow and embracing a new sense of Harmony!

Article by Lisa Theodore

In support of our Balance and Harmony - Lisa is offering a spring session on

the Energetics of Food Thursdays (May 9-June 13th 7 - 8:30pm)

as well as Qi Gong Movement Meditation on Wednesdays

and A Course in Miracles Spiritual Development group

at the Hive and Grove call 519-578-5683 today to reserve your

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The Body’s Breath

THE OTHER FOUR OF THE EIGHT LIMBS OF YOGA

These next instalments in the Limbs of Yoga are of the higher mind and travel deeper into one’s asana and meditation practice. The fi rst we shall look at is Raja Yoga. In this aspect, one studies inwardly to see differently outwardly. Meditation on a Mantra, or on the word ‘Om’, or one’s own God/Goddess, brings a union of the body and mind that allows us to “see” inside ourselves and our thoughts. We get to connect very deeply and develop the ability to listen to our bod-ies, as well as to see things differently, understand differently, in the world around us. This union of body/mind is the connection that also allows us to see our innate connection with the world and its peoples. There are some classes when one enters, I ask for silence, so we can go deeper into the state of Dharma Yoga, which is to harmonize with our inner truths. Being quiet is a huge leap for a lot of students. Although sometimes wanted, it can be disconcerting to actually hear what our thoughts and memories/inner voices are. Over time, we get to discover an inner harmony, as we begin to live our truths. That voice that speaks to us in ways we do/do not like, comes forth sometimes with such force, that we hear and see the need for more Raja Yoga to focus on why and how to create a sea-change within

ourselves, or indeed, to keep the same energies fl owing! Pranayama Yoga is the yoga of breathing. Of course one breathes, but it is the way that one breathes that makes the difference. Ujjai breath is a type of breathing that is very close to a snore, and is based from the back of the throat. The throat constricts ever so slightly to create this certain sound. This breath is used in all Asanas to bring about peace and to quiet the mind to connect more deeply into the posture. It is a must before meditation. Personally, I love this breath and use it to block out sounds that annoy me in everyday life, or to become calm during stressful situations, or both! A truly remarkable aspect of Pranayamic breathing is that it is aerobic breathing!!!! (Take a class with me and discover that Yoga can indeed be

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Article by Darlene Hewitt

is practiced as an art altogether (meaning Asanas as well as meditation and Kyras, and taught by a true Yogini/Yogi), one will obtain its true benefi ts. Any-thing less might leave one unbalanced and perhaps confused.I was taught many years ago the study of Yoga is not an exercise regime, but a lifelong practice that awakens our true selves, or to our true selves we be-come… AND being true to that self is the outcome of a long Yoga practice.It is my wish that all Yoga students fi nd an inner practice of these limbs that allows them to raise their energies to Samadhi.Jai Ho

aerobic!!!) Samadhi Yoga in a yogic pos-ture (Asana) is described as the corpse pose. Don’t worry,

it is the not attainment of death! It is through meditation that the

total union with the ‘I AM’ comes. There are as many descriptions for

this limb as there are yogi’s/yogini’s. The interpretation I was taught by my Guru, was that it can include astral travel, psychic projection, but mostly it is the pure White Light that covers our bodies and seeps inward and that is all we can see whilst in meditation. The fi rst time I saw it, I was certain I was in heaven! It was beautiful! This energy is what all meditators seek. Some rarely see it, but with time, it will fl it in and out as fl ashes of light and at other times will totally envelop us. It is curious in the true sense that it brings about such wonder. All of the limbs of Yoga activate the Chakras of our astral bodies and begin to raise the Kundalini energies. If Yoga

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Column by Cheli Chelouche, creator of “Pawmulets”

If you have a question for Cheli about a gemstone that may provide pet relief, please email hiveandgrove@gmail.com. Please note, gemstone therapy does not

replace veterinary care and in cases of concerns about a pet’s health, a visit to the vet is recommended.

This case is about Jasper: a six and a half year old res-cued dog who was adopted by a wonderful, warm-hearted lady. Jasper came to her with anxiety, jealousy and social behavior issues. He would try to jump in, barking, when her other dogs played. He barked incessantly when people came to the door. While being bathed he would moan on the one hand and show affection on the other. She wrote me after having him for nine month without any improve-ment. As well as behavior issues, Jasper had lost most of his teeth which required him to be handfed. His owner had been told that she was Jasper’s fi fth home. She did not want to return him and did have a sense that he had been trained at some point. Jasper was full of tricks, but seemed to be unhappy. She treated him with homeopathic medi-cine, but these seemed to make him tired and sad. After analysis this case, I listed Jasper’s issues in order to fi nd the corresponding crystal to be used for the Pawmulet. Issues such as anxiety, barking, making noises while being petted, and interfering with the other dogs are typical imprints of past abuse. These issues are a result of unbalanced Solar Plexus, Heart, Brachial and Throat Chakras. Amazonite is a mint green to aqua green stone which is associated with the Heart and Throat Chakras. Amazonite calms the nervous system and improves con-fi dence, loving communication and trust, which helps in training. Amazonite is a stone of expression if you feel your pet has locked up parts of their personality. It elimi-nates aggravation and negative energies. As the animal be-comes calm, the excessive barking will stop. It soothes all the chakras and rejuvenates the Heart and Throat Chakras.

General health maintenance helps resist tooth decay, and osteoporosis. Rose quartz was the second crystal I used. This crystal supports physical and psychological Healing. Rose Quartz is considered to be the perfect stone for love and relationships. It has a gentle vibration of love, which is absorbed by your pet and stimulates a sense of peace hap-piness. Rose Quartz corresponds to the Heart Chakra and assists in building a loving and lasting relationship with your pet. Rose Quartz will show your pet your feelings of love and caring. It opens the heart to love and peace, which are the natural and most powerful state of being. It also strengthens both the heart muscles and circulatory systems. It helps heal the adrenals and thymus glands. Rose Quartz aids issues such as anger and aggression, fear, muscular tension and rigidity, nervousness, past abuse or cruelty which leads to seeing all humans as bad.Amber was the third crystal I used. Amber is not a crystal but rather an organic substance, which is a fossilized tree sap or resin. Amber is a stone with diverse healing proper-ties that affect the whole body. It helps with detoxifying, purifying, absorbing and dispelling negative energy physi-cally and emotionally. Amber will aid an aging animal that become withdrawn, allergies, arthritis, rheumatism and bladder problems. It is particularly helpful to those animals with lower immune systems, due to age or ill-nesses, who are sensitive to infections. Amber helps with ailments, such as rheumatic pains and stiffness. The crys-tal will help to draw out the pain. Amber will heal intestinal upsets, very common in dogs. It calms and soothes depression in human and animals. I combined the three stones and this is the end result. After a month, I was happy to receive a wonderful testimonial which made me very happy.“Here is my sweet Jasper wearing his crystals. They do seem to be helping with his issues so I am happy.”

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MorganiteThis beautiful Pink Beryl, fi rst discovered in California and Madagascar, became known as Morganite in1911 when it was named for well-known banker J.P. Morgan who was also an avid mineral collector. It was a favou-rite of Tiffany & Co. due to its rarity and the lushness of its colour. Morganite can sometimes be confused for Rose Quartz. It carries a similar energy of delicacy and love, but there is a depth to Morganite (also known as Pink Emerald), both in its colour and how one experi-ences its energy. The Stone of Divine Love, Morganite opens us up to love, attracting it into our lives and nurturing it in our hearts. It helps us to release old emotional pain and unhealthy patterns so we are able to be in healthy, conscious relationships. Not just on the human level, this stone aligns us with the universal heart, the pulse of unconditional love and the embrace of angels. This is a great stone for healers. It helps allevi-ate and release stress. Whether used in a treatment room to dispel stuck or blocked energy or used by healers themselves to maintain inner balance and centeredness, this beautiful stone never fails to uplift and bring the touch of joy.

Meadowsweet I have a lovely memory of standing on ancestral ground on a remote Newfoundland island surrounded by delicate waist high plants as far as the eye could see, smelling the most beautiful scent sweet like marshmal-lows. I soon learned this wonderful plant was Meadow-sweet and I fell in love. The Druids considered Meadowsweet to be one of the most blessed plants. It was used in ancient times to aid digestion issues. It is also known as a safe alterna-tive to aspirin with no side effects. It aids with aches, pain, rheumatism, arthritis and gout. Traditionally used to fl avour mead or as a tea (using either fresh or dried fl owers and leaves), I found this great recipe for Meadowsweet Sorbet. Perfect for warmer weather.Ingredients: 4 handfuls Meadowsweet fl owers, 1 cup brown caster sugar, juice of 3 lemons, 1 thinly grated lemon rind, 2 ½ cups water

Instructions: Boil sugar and water rapidly for about 10 minutes to produce a light syrup. Take off boil and stir in the lemon juice and rind. Add Meadowsweet fl owers and infuse until mixture is cool. Strain mixture through cheesecloth and freeze overnight. Blend the Meadow-sweet mixture and freeze for 24 hours. Take out and blend once more. Freeze for a fi nal 48 hours then enjoy!

Of the Earth

Article by Tiffany Lazic

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When I was operating my fi rst business as a fund raising consultant, I became aware of archetypal patterns playing out

in both my business and my personal relationships. These dynamics had existed in my relationships for many years, without me being conscious of them. The dominant polarized archetypes I experienced were victim-tyrant, victim-saviour and victim-rebel; usually, I identifi ed with the victim and the saviour personas. Although I could access the rebel within me, the tyrant was completely hidden in my uncon-scious mind.

As my understanding of these archetypal personas grew, I learned about the concept of “mir-rors” in relationship dynamics. Since we all have all four archetypes in our personality patterning, we have the potential to live them out in our relation-ships and interactions with others. We can draw to us archetypal personality types as mirrors, acting out our unconscious opposite for us. So, invari-ably, my unconscious tyrant was projected out onto some person in my work or personal life, who I was experiencing as controlling, abusive and manipula-tive.

Over the ensuing years, identifying, wit-nessing, processing and reconciling these polar-ized personas within me have been some of the most transformative practices I’ve ever learned and applied. I’ve found these practices to be key to having balanced and healthy business relationships that produce all forms of fi nancial and non-fi nancial prosperity.

Untying the Knot of Vishnu

The root of these polarized archetypal perso-nas and the dualistic consciousness that feeds them is located, energetically, in the third chakra system. This is the push-pull, expanding-contracting, polar-ized nature of the paradigm of separation. It’s ex-pressed through the third chakra as polarities such as win-lose, victim-tyrant, authority-subservience and power-powerlessness, and it comes out in our relationships and interactions with others.

Leslie Temple-Thurston, author of The Marriage of Spirit, Enlightened Living in Today’s World, says that when we do processing work to reconcile these polarities within us, we’re “mov-ing from the old paradigm of polarized power and powerlessness into the new paradigm, which is heart-centered and of a more unifi ed nature.” This is, then, refl ected in our relationships and all of our external experiences (including our experiences with money).

There’s a density of consciousness located between the third and fourth chakras – a knot in consciousness, known in eastern Yoga philoso-phy as the “Knot of Vishnu” (Leslie’s guides call it “Heaven’s Gate”). This knot is squeezing the shushumna shut very tightly (the channel of en-lightenment that exists in all of us). As we identify, process and unify the polarities of the third chakra system, we’re loosening and untying that knot. We’re moving away from the win-lose, either-or, fear-based system of dualistic consciousness, into

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Opening Heaven’s Gate:THE KEY TO PROSPEROUS BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS

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the win-win, both-and, love-based system of the awakened heart.

How to Open Heaven’s Gate

Untying the Knot of Vishnu or opening Heaven’s Gate is the process of the heart opening and awakening. Naturally, this energetic shift in consciousness has a big impact on our relationships, our businesses and our lives. Here are some tips to help you open Heaven’s Gate:

1. When something feels uncomfort-able or is triggering you in any of your business relationships, or you’re experiencing a con-fl ict, refl ect on the situation to discern how the four core archetypes are playing out some unbalanced dy-namic.

2. Identify the archetypal persona you’re acting out in this situation and the polarized persona being mirrored in the other per-son, and fi nd where that persona exists in you. Ask yourself, “How and when do I act out the persona of the X that I’m seeing in Y?” “With whom do I act out this persona?” “Why do I act out this persona?” Why do I not want to see this persona in myself?” For an archetype such as the tyrant, this can be a really challenging thing to do, because most of us – particularly, healers and lightworkers — have a strong aversion to this persona and, as a result, often, deny its existence within ourselves. It can be a real blind spot.

3. In Leslie Temple-Thurston’s book, she offers powerful processing tools that she calls Unifi ca-tion of Opposites techniques. A truncated version of her polarity processing tool would be, simply, to mentally offer up the polarized archetypal

personas you’ve identifi ed in the situation with a prayer, and wait for grace. For example, “Spirit, I offer up the polarized personas of the tyrant and the victim and ask for release from this imbalance. I give thanks knowing this will be done.” Hold the feeling of surrender and gratitude for a moment.

Opening Heaven’s Gate moves us into the paradigm of the heart – the sys-tem of fl ow, where we have more faith, trust, vision, balance and compassion

resulting in prosperous and mutually-benefi cial business relationships of all kinds. In this system, there is never an empty state but, rather, a

continuous emanation and fl ow of energy and fullness.

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Dream Weaving

Article by Julie Wise

Planting Dream SeedsPlanting Dream Seeds“It is only the farmer who faithfully

plants seeds in the Springwho reaps a harvest in the Autumn.”

~ B.C. Forbes

Spring – a time of new begin-nings, dreams and desires. The Earth stirs, seeds awaken, birds and ani-mals bring forth new life. The sun grows warmer and the days grow longer; we venture out with fewer layers and soak up the brightness of the day and the gentle breezes. And our hearts beat faster at the thought of what is to come.

Just as farmers turn the fi elds and plant the seeds of crops they will harvest in the fall, spring offers us the chance to create space for the dreams that have been percolat-ing during the winter months. What are you dream-ing into? A better job? A new relationship? A vacation? What seeds are you ready to plant? And how much time and effort are you willing to invest in nurturing their growth?

A dream, just like a relationship, requires a commitment of time and energy. Imagine what would happen if a farmer just planted the seeds and then walked away from the fi eld, trusting that Nature would do the rest. There might be something to harvest in the fall, but it probably wouldn’t pro-

vide enough to sustain the family through the winter.

The same is true of your dreams. First you need to identify what you want to harvest and

what it will bring into your life. Why is it so im-portant to you? Knowing the purpose will give you

the motivation to keep going when the journey gets challenging. When you know what you want, then you can carefully select the right “seeds” to plant. What steps will take you to where you want to go? What resources are needed to fertilize those seeds

and help them grow? Where can you turn for added support?

As your dream seeds grow, you’ll need to weed out fears and doubts, and

cultivate large amounts of trust and faith. The farmer doesn’t go and tug on the seedlings to see

if they’re developing strong roots. He goes about the business of farming and trusts that the seeds know just what to do. Your business is to believe in the dream, feed it with conviction and continue to take steps

toward it.

When in doubt, slow down and quiet your mind. Listen for the whispers

in your heart because your heart is where your dream lives. It will speak to you of your passion and excitement, and remind you why this dream matters so much to you. Over time, the dream will grow strong and healthy, beckoning you ever

onward toward endless possibili-ties!

It all begins … with a dream.

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Sorting out the Psyche

Article by Tiffany Lazic

There is one thing I know for certain. And that is we all seek love in our lives. We have a sense that love will fi ll us up, make us feel whole, soothe

the inner wounds, brightens the world and makes it possible for us to meet any challenge. To a large degree, this is true. It is said that love is the most powerful force on Earth and that we all deserve it. It transforms and it heals. So why does it feel so unreachable at times? And why do so many feel the lack of it in their lives? If love is one of the most basic and necessary experiences of a life, why is it so hard for some to pinpoint?

We all carry a vision of what love is supposed to look like in our lives. Whether we are aware of the conditions we place around love or not, it is there. Like an inner projector, it maps a particular image onto our life experiences. There is no getting away from it. That becomes the image we calibrate to. “This is what love looks like therefore this alternate experience is not love”. As with so many aspects of life, becoming minutely con-scious of our inner workings and those particular images is so incredibly helpful! When we know what’s going on on the inside, we have a far greater range of choice around what appears to be happening on the outside.

What informs what is going on on the inside? We know the answer to this, of course. It comes from the stories we read and the fi lms we see. Love is a multi-bil-lion dollar industry. There are a gazillion fi lms that show us what love should look like and as many novels. We eat them up and each time internalize a message. There is nothing wrong with that at all. Our souls thrive on stories and entertainment. They bring levity and joy to life. But when we start to use those images as a picture through which to see our lives from a place of lack, it gets tricky. And we are not just talking about romantic relationships here. We are constantly being given mes-sages about how to be a loving friend, a loving parent, a loving child or a loving sibling. The message of what it means to love touches so many aspects and relationships in our lives.

Inner information also comes from what we wit-

nessed in the family home when we were young. How we saw our parents interact and how they responded to us. We come into the world with an innate (and com-pletely correct) assumption that we will be loved and cared for. And, for our infl uential developmental years, we do not have a capacity to fi lter that if something doesn’t necessarily feel loving, that is because it prob-ably isn’t. Instead we process it internally: That must be love and if it feels off, then there must be something wrong with me. We end up being very confused about what a healthy loving relationship actually feels like.

What are some of the images of love we have been given?• Love means never having to say you’re sorry.• Love means you will make me happy.• Love hits like a thunderbolt.• Love means you want to spend every minute with that person.• If love isn’t there at the start, it will never be there.• Love means you will meet all my needs

To further muddy the waters, in the past number of decades, the term “Unconditional Love” has been heard of more and more as a wonderful ideal towards which all should aspire. To embrace unconditional love is to live in the energy of Spirit and higher vibration. But, truth be told, it is a problematic concept as well. It too gives us an image of what dynamics should look like that can actually lead to confusion, hurt and discord. In the main, the underlying messages we are in danger of taking in around unconditional love are:• Unconditional love means I have to love everything about you at all times.• Unconditional love means that all my choices are okay.• Unconditional love means I can’t say anything about my feelings or responses. If we begin to realize that some of the stories we have been told about both love and unconditional love are neither true nor helpful, what does it look like? What images can we carry in our inner projector that will be

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What is Love?

supportive of us in our quest to attract love into our lives? Many, many years ago (when it was still on the New York Times Bestseller List for a record number of weeks), I read The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck: a brilliant book, still very relevant today. There is much of wisdom between its pages, but one section that never left my consciousness was one that illustrated purpose and function in a relationship dynamic: that our roles, each and every one of us, is to grow to be the most of what each of us is capable, for ourselves and as a refl ection of Spirit. Period. End of sentence.

Love is celebrating one’s own and one anothers’ experiences of becoming the most of which we and they are capable of.

Relationships tend to follow a recognizable pattern. First there is the “Romantic Love” stage. This is the one we tend to identify as the ideal and what it is supposed to look like all the time. We see everything wonderful about the other and they think we are beyond the cat’s pajamas. The thing is, in the natural fl ow of relationships, this stage lasts about 6 months and then we enter the “Power Struggle “ stage. Have you ever all of sudden realized in a relationship that everything you used to adore about the other person now gets on your nerves? That person whose laidback, go with the fl ow approach to life now appears to be the Waffl er who cannot decide which restaurant to go to or what might be a fun plan for the day. In the “Power Struggle” stage, we agonize that the other person has changed, possibly even coming to a place of feeling that we “no longer love this person”. It is this stage that is generally the endpoint for relationships. What is so ironic is that, in almost every case, the other person hasn’t changed at all. It is our perception that has changed. For the most part, we have not been given an image of how to shift from the glorious “Romantic Love” stage through the “Power Struggle” stage to a more balanced, healthy dynamic that celebrates difference, individuality and autonomy.

In many ways, we are always on a solitary path – no matter how many wonderful people are in our lives. This life is for each of us to move through: learning all we can about ourselves, facing our limitations, stretch-ing our wings to our best potential. One love adage is: You can’t love another if you don’t know how to love yourself. And to a large extent this is true. To truly love ourselves is to accept that there are things about ourselves that we are going to want to change. This is no-one’s charge and responsibility but our own. To truly love ourselves is to take care of our health and to make supportive choices for ourselves, even if those choices

may be hard. We do want to be gentle and understanding with ourselves, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t still have to enter into challenging situations. It means that we are gentle with ourselves as we are in the situations. This honours our courage and ability.

Some examples of images of self-love are: •Love means I embrace my strengths• Love means I accept my limitations• Love means I strive to transform my limitations into strengths• Love means I trust that I can survive challenging situa-tions• Love means I am gentle with myself when I make a mistake• Love means I am committed to my own growth enough to risk making a mistake• Love means I make choices that support my health and well-being• Love means I enter into life as a canvas onto which I can project the adventure of revealing my Essence

If we take this language and apply it to relation-ships with another, the messages still hold. I see your strengths and happily refl ect those back to you. I am also comfortable with refl ecting what I perceive to be your limitations (from my own experience) and that is okay. I also trust that you see your strengths and you explore your limitations. What is absolutely key in this dynamic is that neither person is looking to the other to complete him or herself. And that becomes Unconditional Love. Not that one never challenges nor confronts. But that, beneath that challenge lies a vision of the Essence of the other. What is created is a joyful shared experience of life in which each person is responsible for their own feelings, perceptions and choices; sharing a dialogue on what works and what doesn’t; encouraging each other to explore how to grow into one’s highest self.

We fl y side by side – not one obscured by the other – and delight in the journey.

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“Man is a knot into which relationships are tied.”

~ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

As we move through life, we have many relationships. The fi rst one is with ourselves. As infants we are fascinated by every aspect of our being. Have you ever watched a baby explore his hand, discovering that he can bring it to his mouth or clasp his father’s outstretched fi nger? At that young age, we also learn how to be in relationship with those around us, starting with our parents.

Over time, we develop friendships. Some of those last a lifetime while others come and go like the seasons. At some point, we fall in love (and per-haps later out of love). Some of these relationships may progress to a long-term commitment, children and grandchildren of our own.

With each person, we have the opportunity to learn more about ourselves. When you think about the key relationships in your life – past and present – which ones stand out for you and why? For me, it’s the individuals who challenged me to be the best that I can be. Some of them did it with encouragement and love; others pushed me (often against my will) through friction and discomfort. In every situation, I learned something new and became stronger, more resilient, compassionate and understanding as a result.

Just as the quote suggests, we are all in relationship all the time. Some of these connections are short-lived like your conversation with the teller at the bank or the cashier at the grocery store. You may not know the names of the people who share

the bus or the elevator with you, yet you are in a momentary relationship with them as well.

Imagine that, like a spider, you weave a web as you go through your day. Close your eyes and think about what you did yesterday from the mo-ment you got out of bed in the morning to the time you turned off the light at night. Where did you go? How many people did you consciously interact with? What about all the others who crossed your path unnoticed? Picture the web that you left behind you with every step along the way. Who might have come into contact with it?

Now imagine that your web is fi lled with energy and light. Depending on our emotions, that energy could be bright and vibrant or dark and low. With every thought, conversation, action and even facial expression, we send energy out into the web we weave. And the vibration creates ripples in the web that affect everyone around us.

While you’re not responsible for other people’s happiness, you are responsible for your own. And as your capacity for happiness grows, so does the light that you send out through your web of connections. Picture yourself like the golden rays of sunshine dancing through the world, brightening the day with a smile, a kind word, an act of generosity. As you give away what you’d like to receive, life becomes richer … and more enjoyable too.

It’s like having a love affair with life – ap-preciation for the miracle of being alive, the joy of everyday experience, and the possibility of so much wonder waiting around the next corner!

Fabulous Fifty...and Beyond

Article by Julie Wise

THE LOVE AFFAIR OF A LIFETIMETHE LOVE AFFAIR OF A LIFETIME

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As we move along the path of the Major Ar-cana, from Emperor to

Hierophant, we fi nd ourselves stepping for the fi rst time into the realm of society at large. No longer the ‘one-on-one’ archetypes such as Mother and Father (as encountered with the Empress and Emperor), in this card we see a fi gure interacting with 2 others, seated above and in what appears to be a position of authority. It is clear from his garb and by his staff that there is a religious/spiritual connec-tion that is being represented. In fact, the word ‘hierophant’ itself comes from the Greek meaning ‘to show that which is holy’.

With or without the religious bent which seems to be inherent in the card itself, the energy of The Hierophant is that of Society. It speaks to the rules which govern the inter-action of people as presented by those fi gures of authority who both teach those rules and insure that they are enacted. For the most part, we fi rst encoun-ter The Hierophant when we enter the educational system. The moment we move from the free play of childhood into a setting of desks, chairs, curriculum and timetables, we have met the rules and order of society. The Hierophant can represent teachers, police offi cers, politicians, judges, bosses as well as religious leaders: anyone who is the keeper of the guidelines through which we, as a society and culture, interact.

It is important to have these rules and guidelines, lest chaos and anarchy reign. But it is also of supreme importance to have an understanding as to what the guidelines are, where they came from and what purpose they serve. Rules that are not allowed to be questioned become dogma: that which must be blindly fol-lowed. Dogma by defi nition is static and unbending and runs the true risk of becoming ir-relevant and constrictive. That which will not shift to new con-ditions becomes at best, stagnant and at worst oppressive.

In some older decks, this card is referred to as “The Pope” and I found it wonderfully synchronistic that I was meditat-ing on The Hierophant during a very signifi cant time in papal history: the second time ever in the history of the Vatican that

a Pope resigned. I was interested by discussions I heard in the days leading up to the election of the new Pope. One of the most signifi cant debates I heard was around the question of Conclave and the method of choosing a new Pope. One view was that the membership of the Roman Catholic Church is very different than it was hundreds of years ago. That there are more dedicated voices in the Church than just the Cardinals (including laypersons) and these voices should have input. Culture has changed and the Church should change with it. The response view was “The Church does not dance to the song

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of culture”. Two very different views of the Hiero-phant’s role!

Though we will be talking about the teen years further with the next card that appears in the Major Arcana, it struck me that the Hierophant is also representative of what is occurring develop-mentally in teenagers as well. But from a more con-frontational perspective. One of the key elements of teenagerhood is the establishment and formation of identity. This explains teen phenomena like peer identifi cation, attachment to external indicators (i.e. clothes), the chameleon-like personality shifts and, of course, the time-honoured questioning of author-ity. Having moved through childhood taking in the teachings of the Hierophant (society), in this stage those teachings are questioned as one tries to sort out one’s own sense of self and thus one’s relation-ship to society. What do I believe? What do I feel is important? How do I position myself in relation to these rules? It can make for some bumpy times and parents are often seen as the Hierophant regardless of how they interact. The message from parents is often “I am just trying to help you by showing you how it is out in the adult world.” The teen is ques-tioning why the adult world has to look that way in the fi rst place. What needs to be remembered about the Hierophant is that he represents direction that is bestowed through the blessing of love. His hand pointing upwards reminds us that it is not his rules we are following but that there is a higher order at play. In contemporary society this does not need to mean religion. Through the lens of spirituality, the Hierophant reminds us that we are all connected through our spirits which is expressed through our

humanity. His hand in that position is like a bless-ing he bestows on all who come before him. In his other hand, he holds the staff: a symbol of support, balance and authority. This one is topped with 3 bars which also indicates his spiritual connection: whether seen as Father/Son/Holy Spirit, or the Celtic Land/Sea/Sky, the more feminine Maiden/Mother/Crone or even the 3 Norse worlds of As-gard/Middle Earth/Underworld. Unquestioningly, the Hierophant represents one who can teach us how to live in alignment with the Divine. Before him lie the keys which open up the doors to wis-dom. It is up to us whether we will pick them up or not. When the Hierophant appears in your life, it is a good time to ponder your own relationship to authority. What guides you? What is your belief system and where did it come from? Does your belief system serve to uplift you? Do you feel part of a greater whole? It is also a good time to explore the role of spirituality in your life? How do you ex-perience the Transcendent? Do you have practices which bring you into alignment with “that which is greater than yourself”? In these contemporary times, we are bombarded with the opportunities of the material world. It is easy to forget sometimes that we are far more than our physical selves, the objects around us, even the activities in which we engage. We all have a guiding principle in our lives and it serves us well to know what that is. The sense of the importance of family and community? A bank balance? Success in one’s line of work? An inner experience of peace? There is something that gets us up in the morning and starts our feet on our days. When the Hierophant appears, it is a good time to question what exactly that may be.

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Between the Worlds

Article by KerriLynn Shellhorn

Acknowledging The Power of Ordinary Things

If you understood that every gesture you make, every action you take also carries an unseen vibrational energy that others may be able to feel, would you

change the energy attached to those gestures and ac-tions? A smile, a handshake, cleaning, walking, passing the salt to a person across from you at the table, standing in line at the grocery store, each and every action we physically do car-ries with it a subtle spiritual energy. Those who are energetically sensitive feel the subtle energies attached to the physical actions of others.

The spiritual energy with each action vibrates out from us and ripples out to the world around us. A heartfelt, genuine smile carries energy of joy and happiness and blesses the hearts of those receiving that energy. A forced smile that is not genuine also carries energy. The ener-gy of a forced smile is in contrast and also gives a rippling effect but one of detachment and separation. With that understanding, it is not just by action but also by the unseen action we are able to contribute to the heart centered healing and higher vibration of the world around us. Powerful isn’t it? The idea of each action if consciously coming from the swell of loving heart energy has the power to ripple out and heal the world around us. Even more powerful is under-standing with this aware-ness you are in charge and responsible for the

creation and output of the energy coming from you to the world around you. Everything has a vibration of spiritual energy. We are never disengaged from making an impact on the rest of life.

What we give, so shall we receive. It is always a mirror refl ection. What type of en-ergy have you been putting out to the universe; is that energy also what you desire to receive from the universe? Is it a positive and loving vibration that is rippling out from you helping you be in alignment with your path? Is it fear-based energy that is immo-bilizing you from forward motion on your journey? You are in charge. You are co-creating by your own energy output the experiences you are living and your intentions are very visible to those who can see or feel spiritual energy.

Self-mastery means making the decision to be consciously aware of the quality of your everyday actions; the ordinary things in life gives meaning and purpose to your journey. You are acknowledging the divine being that you are and to all

those around you. It is lovingly acknowledging that you are contributing to the unseen connection between all of us that have chosen to be here in this time. Check in with your heart and make each choice and action come from that divine, loving energy.

Join Spiritual Intuitive and Medium, KerriLynn Shellhorn for

“Message Circles”at The Hive and Grove:

the third Tuesday of each month

She is also available for Hive private sessions,the third Thursday of each month.

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Singing Aloud

Article and Art (Bird Child) by Michelle Bellerose

Human beings are unique among animals for our long period of utter dependency after birth. No other ani-mal is as vulnerable and reliant on parental care as the

human infant. Given our relatively narrow pelvis, our babies need be born before the brain case takes its full size. A longer inter-uterine period would otherwise be ideal, but an older prenatal baby would never be able to make it’s way out the womb portal. For this reason we must birth our young after nine months and give them our complete care and attention until several years later when they become ambulatory and aware enough to navigate their environment and make tenta-tive choices.

Of course much has been written about this delicate period in human development and of the many conditions and features of this time is the sheer survival necessity of touch and bodily, particularly facial, interactions. Baby thrives when caregivers offer a tangible physical presence, when baby can feel that mother or father are an extension of their own fl eshy business. The security of this connection allows the baby to develop somatic-mind, to inhabit the whole body of self, and to apply the true unfettered potential of how that body can interact with the space and circumstances it fi nds itself in. Spatial learning comes more easily, as does command and development of head and spine, rolling, crawling, walking, falling down and getting up, and so on.

On the emotional level, baby learns to express itself through fi rst encountering the palette of behaviours and moods brought to bear on the environment. What baby experiences also becomes hardwired as presets, and like holes in a sieve, shape and limit how emotional contents will come to be ex-pressed.

Ruminating on such factors attending our earli-est experiences, the ones which give shape to our on-going development and unfolding, but which also refl ect the areas of learning our individuality is seeking, I began to consider some of the most important features of intimate relationships.

We very rarely think to examine, for example, the quality of our touch. The patterns of daily living obfuscate subtle distinguishing in a familiar topography of hugs, kisses, and hand-holding, and while these tend to become rote after a time, there still remains much that we could bring awareness to as portals for going deeper into intimacy and authenticity.

The hands and arms, embryologically, develop from the same cell bud as the heart, and in a very real sense they remain connected to this immense power point in the body. Not only do we use our arms to bring closer what is dear to us,

we also fi nd that orchestra conductors, who use their arms in large, sweeping, heartfelt gestures to lead an orchestra, are the longest living professionals as reported by American cardi-ologist, Stephen Sinatra, MD. Expressing ourselves from the heart center out through the arms and hands, in what they hold and touch and how, remains very programmatic, either serving to assist the free-fl ow of feeling from the heart out into life, or the unconscious obstruction of authentic connectivity to a world we don’t really wish to grab hold of. The hands also carry in them the end point of a vast neural network that connects its sensate, tactile surface to the deepest reaches of inner space, to the organs vital for life and emblematic of the different emotional seats in the body, from the liver and anger, to the lungs and grief, to the kidneys and fear, the colon and loss and release, the small intestine with growth and learning, and so on. It is perhaps why we feel such a strong containment and closeness to the one we hold hands with and how this has so naturally become a human practice which gives much pleasure and security.

Quality of touch, then, becomes a matter of para-mount importance. A playful slap or a thoughtless grab goes right into the tissues, and even if our rational minds put the kinetic event in context, the messages can accumulate, espe-cially where there is an existing history. In this way we can both draw out of others and ourselves patterns of touch that have been imprinted from earliest life. Bringing more atten-tion to the ways in which we put hands on each other then becomes an opportunity to unlearn old habits while exploring new, more effective ways to touch and be touched. The slight-est interaction becomes a rich occasion to not slip into somatic unconsciousness, to take advantage of this sensual body that co-creates our inner conversations and outer points of view, bringing new dimension to all relationships.

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Angels’ Chorus

Poem and Article by Erin Kiers

Relationships

A time of trial within all relationships is at hand. Many of us have noticed the planet Pluto has, for some time, been relentlessly

pounding and forging in the fi res of transformation the defi nition of partnership in the most intimate of defi nitions. How can we singlehandedly resist and protect ourselves from such ruthless cleansing? Yield. Yes, yield. Let this clarifi cation process melt away all illusions of what you think you know of re-lationships. Realize that by admitting you might not know all things, you will become opened up enough to recognize what the truth might be. How will you know this truth? The resonance of truth rings like the songs of a thousand Angels in your heart! With time, patience and perseverance any question can be answered. Seek within for the answers. No outward searching will provide the clues. Outside is simply a refl ection of an interior battle. As within, so with-out. If chaos and pain is your reality in relationships, refl ect and acknowledge that this is projected from your inner self onto your relationships. Once you have recognized the programmed dysfunction with-in, only then will you enjoy harmony in relationship with others.

There is not an easy manicured path within on your journey to your inner child, hiding rejected and neglected within you. No blockage is removed without shrapnel and rubble needing to be dislodged. Once you rescue your inner child and prove your commitment to honour your SELF, rebirth is cel-ebrated. Now your inner child will know that you will protect it and nurture it as it deserves to be. By showing your inner child unconditional love, accep-tance and respect you will then be able to offer these attributes to others and enjoy it refl ected back to you. This healing reveals balance in boundaries and mu-tual respect in love with anyone you meet. These are the cornerstones to all successful relationships no matter how committed or fl eeting. Wrap your lov-ing arms around your worthy heart and fi nd that your solitude is replaced by wholeness and completeness that no other person could give you. Once you em-brace yourself watch how others fl ock to you like a magnet to share in the celebration of you and in turn enjoy all the benefi ts sharing lives with others can bring.

We reach out and pursue the comfort of othersOnly to question its validity once we have it;And to wonder if it was true once it is gone.

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Dearest Ones: How you search outwardly for comfort and wholeness in the arms of others.

In a desperate search for the missing piece so out of reach. Time and time again, finding flaw and pain, refusing to see what is plain truth in your heart. It is time, Dear Sweet One, to embrace the truth of what lies so deep within who you are.

Stop the outward reaching and return to core. That center of your being, the anchor and peace which will allow your pure heart

to reflect true love and nurturing to others. Magically, all of your relationships with others will reflect the relationship you honour to yourself.

~The Angels~

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Nectar from the Hive

Children’s Spirit Animal Cards by Steven FarmerWinner of fi ve national awards, these simple yet powerful Children’s Spirit Animal Cards by internationally-renowned author Steven D. Farmer offer children of all ages the op-portunity to explore the energy of their spirit helpers in animal form. They will receive beautiful age-appropriate messages of love and guidance to help them as they develop and grow. Stunningly illustrated, this 24-card deck comes with an enclosed guidebook that provides children easy-to-understand insight into each spirit animal and also includes a Guide for Parents. A beautiful wisdom deck that kids will use often and for many more years to come. Beautifully illustrated by Pamela Anzalotti.

Magical Herbal Fairy Gardens: Individually handcrafted by a lo-cal artisan, these beautiful fragrant gardens are chockful of hidden treasures. Perfect to sit in a kitchen window, they are both delightful and handy to provide some savoury fl avour.

Wisdom of Avalon Oracle Deck by Colette Baron-Reid Based on the rich mythology of ancient Britain’s Isle of Avalon and the wisdom teachings of its priestesses, these cards will help you fi nd valuable and power-ful insights in all aspects of life as you chart your path and manifest your destiny with clarity and purpose. Their use will shed light on what has been, what needs illumination in the present, and what will weave patterns into the future. The deck will help you discover the potential of your own intuition as you follow the omens and symbols of the Goddess, the Kingdom of the Faeries, Merlin, and the Priestess of magical Avalon. See into the future . . . and discover that you are more than you know!

Healing Cards by Caroline MyssThis 50-card deck and accompanying booklet by Caroline Myss, the bestselling author of Sacred Contracts and Anatomy of the Spirit and Peter Occhiogrosso, popular expert on world religions and author of The Joy of Sects, will help you create a daily practice that not only heals existing ailments, but also maintains spiritual balance in your life. Each card presents healing wisdom drawn from the world’s great spiritual traditions, and then offers an application of that knowledge for everyday living. Healing Cards offer both inspiration and a course of action, and . . . a card a day keeps the doctor away!

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AprilApr 6 A Red Tent EventApr 13 The Art of the Wand (creative): Tiffany LazicApr 15 Playing with Wisdom: The Psychology of the Tarot: Tiffany LazicApr 18 Confi dence through Drama for Women (6 classes): Kellee GanciApr 21 Reiki Level 1: Darlene HewittApr 20 Runes: The Stones that Speak: Tiffany LazicApr 25 Reiki Level 1: Darlene HewittApr 27 Reiki Level 2: Darlene Hewitt

MayMay 4 The Hive and Grove Second Year Anniversary PartyMay 9 The Energetics of Food: Lisa D. TheodoreMay 10 Being Human: The Path of Emotional Healing (TAC): Tiffany LazicMay 11 The Art of the Staff (creative): Tiffany LazicMay 13 Getting to Know the Elements: Jax RulaMay 14 Gifts of Spirit: The Intuitive Arts (TAC): Tiffany LazicMay 16 Cycles of Life: From Child to Adult (TAC): Tiffany LazicMay 26 Introduction to Tibetan Planet Singing Bowls: Lisa WilvertMay 30 Reiki Level 1: Darlene Hewitt

JuneJune 1 Reiki Level 2: Darlene HewittJune 15 A Red Tent EventJune 24 The Intentional Earthling: Jax RulaJune 27 Reiki Level 1: Darlene HewittJune 29 Reiki Level 3/Masters: Darlene Hewitt

Upcoming Events At The Hive

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CONNECTING WITH MEDITATION & MOVEMENT

Mondays (9:30 – 10:30)………………Hatha Yoga Tuesdays (5:30 – 6:30)………………..Yoga for Round Bodies Wednesdays (5:45 – 6:30)……...…...Movement Meditation and Qi Gong Healing Wednesdays (7:30 – 9:00)……......….Alternating Chakra Clearing & Goddess Meditations Fridays (9:30 – 10:30)……………..…..Hatha Yoga Saturdays (9:30 – 10:30)…...……...….Hatha Yoga

Contact The Hive and Grove for individual class cost or “Rotation” pricing.

Transformational Arts College of Spiritual and Holistic Training’s

Discovering the Total Self Program at The Hive and Grove

Each course is 8 weeks, except where noted. Start date is indicated beside each course.

Being Human: The Path of Emotional Healing (May 10)Gifts of Spirit: The Intuitive Arts (May 14)Cycles of Life: From Child to Adult (May 16)The Healing Power of Sound (3 full days: July 12 – 14) with Ann-Marie Boudreau

Facilitated by Tiff any Lazic, except where noted.

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Magickal Kids Club

Once a month, kids (and parents) are invited to explore imagination, energy, meditation, music and all the wonders of the “gifts from the earth”. Inspired by the Ted Andrews book series “Young Person’s School of Magic and Mystery”, each month offers a different focus.

In these times, children are challenged in fo-cus and attention. Technological innovation is having an impact and our children are experi-encing many detrimental results. This program seeks to balance this impact. Learning how to activate their own imaginations, spending time in stillness and exploring the wonder of the natural world not only inspires kids. It also provides tools of focus and attention that sup-ports children in other areas of their lives.

One Friday a month (4:30 - 5:30): April 22, May 17, June 14

Those Amazing Ancients

A program of language and culture that invites the wonder of the Ancient World and makes connections with our modern one. Learn about the Romans, Greeks, Egyptians and Celts: who they were, where and how they lived, what their stories were and why that is impor-tant today.

Based upon “Minimus: the mouse that made Latin cool”, developed by Barbara Bell through Cambridge University, U.K. and “The Romance of Antiquity”, developed by Yvonne E. Lacey (as taught at University of Toronto Schools). A basis in Latin has proved to be invaluable for children in learning languages (especially French, Spanish and Italian), in grasping grammar and for future studies in the Sciences. 60% of English is Latin-based.

10 Classes (4:30 - 5:30): New session starts June 22

(8 and up, including grownups)

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Darlene Hewitt.: Darlene facilitates Hatha Yoga several times weekly at The Hive and Grove, bring-ing 27 years of experience. She brings the same wealth of years and experience to her Reiki Training classes.

Where do you most feel yourself? I feel most myself in my kitchen. In my spare time I love to cook and create. In fact, I think about food almost all the time. Really, it is my passion! I know what I am going to eat tomorrow for breakfast, and no doubt, I am cooking it now and waiting for the fl avours to get mar-ried overnight! Recently I was forced to become a gluten free Yogini. I was not well pleased with this at all. So I decided that I would make it a sci-ence project and learn to bake, gluten free, successfully. And anyone that is gluten free and tried to bake knows this is a daunting task! Honestly, when I am deep in it, I lose myself and become myself all at once. The fi rst thing I do when I come home is hang up my coat and walk directly into my kitchen. Perhaps just to see if there is anything that needs attention, how-ever I truly think it is to “feel” at home. My hearth, my kitchen, my home, my inner home, my sanctu-ary.

Who has been the greatest infl uence on your work? My guru Yogi Krishen has been the purest form of infl uence on my life and my work. He has inspired me and frankly, I hear his accented voice in my head daily, and it has been 25 years since I lived in the Ashram! In my classes I refer to him often and what I think was the most infl uential part of his presence in my life was/is his patience. He was monumentally patient with all of us, but erm, me in

particular! He helped me see, with how he would put it… new eyes. I try with great effort to uphold his lessons, teach them and live.

What is one book you wish everyone would read? The dictionary. Really. So many words, so many misused or misunderstood…. A brief encoun-ter would not hurt anyone! (and yes, including me!).

For my yoga students, the Ram-charaka’s would be grand, but that is more of an undertaking than the dictionary!

What is the quality you most cultivate in yourself? Bhakti Yoga, where I have learned and am learning to live and love with compassion in the true sense.

What is one story about yourself that makes you laugh or you remember with awe? A story that always makes me laugh is one when we just moved to England and we

had to buy school uniform for our son. I asked the clerk if he needed suspenders for his pants. They looked at me and laughed, then tried to understand what I was actually saying.... suspenders for pants means garter belt for underwear!!!! To this day I laugh out loud over this!!!Same language, totally dif-ferent meanings! (hence the dictionary!)

What is your favorite message or saying? “Be careful of the words you speak to keep them soft and sweet, You never know from day to day which ones you’ll have to eat. “

Every issue meet some of our Hive and Grove facilitators. We often learn about training and credentials in bios. This section asks several questions that introduce you to the “inner inspirations” of the engaging and inspiring instructors you will see in our beautiful classroom.

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Embrace the Glow…Look forward to future issues of The Glowing Hive,

distributed online on a quarterly basis,capturing the energy of the Seasons.

Spring: April 2013Summer: July 2013

Fall: Oct 2013

For comments, feedback and suggestions,please contact Tiff any Lazic at hiveandgrove@gmail.com

To join The Hive and Grove online community,for discussions and postings on topics related to

holistic health, emotional healing and expressions of Spirit,go to The Hive Social…

http://thehiveandgrove.ning.com

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