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Reconnecting... 6 February 2007 Welcome to "Reconnecting..." for February. A word that keeps coming up for me at the moment is integrity. I realise It's something I value a great deal in myself and others. But what does it actually mean? We'll all have our own interpretations, but for me it's about being in alignment with who I really am. It's about speaking, thinking and acting in ways that come from the inner core of myself, the greater 'me' that is aligned with compassion, love and honesty. It's about coming from a place of love rather than judgement. There are times, however, when I don't act from this place and what I've been noticing lately is that it just feels so uncomfortable when I'm out of integrity with myself. I'll say something and hear it coming out my mouth and the worm of discomfort slides up from my belly and reminds me that what I'm saying is somehow not in alignment with my truth about myself or my beliefs or the way I endeavour to live my life. You know the feeling? You don't actually like or even necessarily believe what you're saying but still the words are out before you've be able to catch them. Perhaps you strive to practice harmlessness in your life yet find yourself saying something cutting or unpleasant about someone. Perhaps you advise others to 'let go' of something that is holding them back, yet find yourself holding on tight to your own bonds. You may say 'yes' to someone or something when your inner voice is shouting 'no'! What happens when we're out of integrity is that we can get caught up in anger, frustration, judgement and blame. And it's then we need to ask ourselves a few questions. How much energy do we have to expend in order to maintain our need to be 'right' or to have the last word? Where do we hold fast to a 'principle' because we're so stuck on our own version of the truth? Where do we 'big' ourselves up or put others down to make ourselves feel better? When do we justify ourselves and our actions rather than being authentic? When do we use the past to justify or blame for our current existence rather than being with what is, in the moment? There is a gift here if we look for it. Such situations allow us the opportunity to stop and notice....and then, if we choose to, we can do something different, respond in a different way, re-align ourselves with our own highest truth. As with intuition and accessing our inner wisdom, practising integrity is like working a muscle - the more we use it the stronger it gets. I'm playing with all this at the moment, noticing when I step out of integrity, letting go of the judgement I may feel toward myself around that, and then actively seeking other ways to think, speak or act that might keep me aligned with my integrity. It's not always easy! But worth the effort. Have a magnificent February wherever you are and whatever you are doing. With love and blessings
Erica Connolly
Quote of the Month: "here are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.." ~ Albert Einstein
Book of the Month: Rooted in the Infinite
For those of you have been browsing the YOFA website I keep mentioning, you will have come across this book by Rebbie Straubing. If you haven't read it yet, I can assure you it is well worth getting if you have any interest in seeing yourself in a different way, opening up to new possibilities, deepening your meditation practice and connecting with your body. It is the sort of book I read a few pages of each day, with concentrated focus, and the energy I receive and the insights are wondrous. You can download the first few pages from the website and see if you think it will be for you. How will you know? By the 'yes!' feeling in your heart. CD of the Month: World Chill: The Heart of Reiki by Merlin's Magic Merlin's Magic have produced several peace-inducing CDs to accompany Reiki and other healing treatments and this is one of the best. Hypnotic and soothing, the keyboards, flute, violin and guitar send you on a journey into serenity. Perfect for therapists or for meditation or when you want to get in touch with a deeper place inside of you. Available from the Amazon website.
Website of the Month: Random Acts of Kindness
Colourworks Bottle of the Month: No. 15 - The Magician
This vibrant olive-green bottle brings us into the understanding of the magic inside of us, the potentiality that exists in each one of us. It brings hope and lightness, feelings of spring and new beginnings, and helps us as we take tentative steps toward our future. The energy of olive green is gentle, nurturing and feminine, yet in this colour also sits the lioness, the goddess and the wise woman. Do not underestimate the power of the feminine, the power of love. This is a time to reconnect with the powerful feminine wisdom inside you, whether you are male or female. The Magician bottle also reminds us that when we reach that beautiful place of flow and magic in our lives, the energy increases exponentially when we remember to include others in the magic. The Magician and all other Colourworks bottles are available for £20 + p&p. Contact me to purchase or to find out more.
Events and Workshops Springtime Well-Being Workshop: Colour and Chi Kung Rebalance, renew and refresh this spring-time! In this one-day workshop we bring together two very powerful systems – Colour and Chi Kung - and in the process we find that each strengthens and enhances the other. We will tune into the vital and re-vitalising spring energies to focus on positive and practical ways to enhance your well-being. This is a practical, experiential workshop to connect with your body, open your heart and free your spirit. You will have ‘hands-on’ experiences with colour, movement, meditations, healing and energy. When: Saturday 24 February, 10.30am-4.30pm Where: Stratford-Sub-Castle, Salisbury Cost: £50.00 per person (or £45.00 if payment received by 10 February) For further information contact Erica Connolly erica@korani.net, phone 01722 781096; or Clara Apollo claraapollo@mac.com, phone 02380 284044.
Colour Magic: Healing and Transformation Through Colour If you'd like to find out more about how colour 'works', come along to my introductory evening talk at 8pm on Tuesday 27 February through the Rainbow Unity group. The event will be held in the Hall on the Hill, St Catherine's Community Hall, 17 Marlow Drive, Christchurch, BH23 2RR. All are welcome! Experience the magic of colour with Colourworks, a dynamic and powerful system for assisting you on your path of healing and transformation. Through a range of beautiful bottles of coloured oils and essences, each carrying an extremely high and pure vibration, Colourworks brings the light and sunshine of Africa to the UK. The bottles connect to whale, dolphin, earth, goddess, elemental and crystalline energies, and help to bring you into resonance with your highest vision of yourself. Learn how colour 'works' on every level, transforming our health, our emotions, our mental patterns and our sense of connection to the Universe. Experience a powerful meditation to engage with the magic of colour. And discover how, as we evolve, our chakra colours are evolving and changing too. Admission £3.00. Contact Helen Gialias rainbow-unity@hotmail.co.uk or phone 01202 304775 for further information about the group and its events.
The Power of the Subconscious Mind and the Law of Attraction with Sue Stone Venue: Purbeck Suite, Wessex Hotel, West Cliff, Bournemouth. BH2 5EU Learn how to take control of your life and develop long-term happiness, personal fulfilment and inner peace. The subconscious mind is an incredible power that most people have yet to develop and use to its full potential. We have a unique ability to use our minds for wonderful creation if we take just a little time to learn how. Having lost almost everything, emotionally and financially, as well as being at her lowest ebb in 1999, Sue researched and studied the power of the mind and has transformed her life to one of great abundance and happiness in all areas. Sue will share all that she has learnt, and the tools and tips that have enabled this life transformation. For tickets @ £10 each please contact Natalie on 01202 593929 or 07900 922246, email natalie@suestone.com or send your cheque, made payable to Sue Stone, to Chimneys, Church Lane, West Parley, Ferndown, BH22 8TR.
Living Spirit Festival - 17-22 June 2007 The Living Spirit Energy and Healing Residential Gathering will explore healing on all levels and is a wonderful opportunity to recharge your batteries. Our 17 workshops will integrate vibration, touch, colour, meditation, and sound in the most exciting of ways. Enjoy a unique transformation as the week unfolds. Join us and be a part of the experience. Only you can make this happen! Book today: £619 includes three meals a day, en-suite room, all workshops and a concert. The experience will be led by many renowned international leaders. Workshops include Colourworks, Peace Dancing & Chanting, Mind Magic, Angel Healing, Aura Healing, Crystal Healing, Biodanza Dance, Drum4Fun and will feature Madrum in concert and much, much more. DEPOSIT only £40.00, balance due by second week in May. For further information and to book your place telephone Joe Coghe on 023 80 679173 or email joe.coghe@tiscali.co.uk
Time of the Sixth Sun: A Unique Global Project
WORLDWIDE HEARTWAVE APPEAL WORLDWIDEWAVE PRODUCTIONS presents…. "If you can dream it, you can do it." ..Walt Disney A powerful and prophetic recurring dream in late 2005 predicted that this project would be funded by the ‘hearts of the people’ since it is about ‘the ultimate journey of the heart’. Includes interviews with: Our intention is to send a ‘conscious heartwave’ rippling around the globe because we truly believe that this film will continue to be funded by those whose hearts it touches, by those who want to create a legacy of our time, and by those who want to be a part of the change happening in the world today. Please help us to make a difference - Become part of the WAVE. Many have voiced that if they could afford it , they’d want to be a part of this amazing project !! Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little… E. Burke So we put on our ‘lateral thinking caps'…… Our crew will leave early February 07 to complete filming. Log on and watch their progress. (click on website journal) So we are asking everyone with whom this resonates to make a very small donation of £ 10 (pounds sterling) and to be a part of this amazing film that is “planting many seeds and touching many hearts.” To make £10 donations, click here As an exchange – you will find your name listed as a funder on our website & you will also get: BECOME A PART OF HISTORY TIME OF THE SIXTH SUN INSTRUCTIONS: Please support us with a donation of £10 if you possibly can. Please forward this on to as many people as possible, to ensure the heartwave keeps going around the world. Please add your own personal endorsement before passing it on. Send it on with your blessings. Thank you and Bless you – You are now part of the WAVE.... IF YOU HAVE A WEBSITE OR BLOG - PLEASE LINK US TO YOUR WEBSITE - THANK YOU!
Replace all EU Animal Experiments
Please sign the petition now - it is vital that we can demonstrate that EU citizens are united in wanting to replace animal experiments in Europe. Replacements have the potential to save millions of laboratory animals and improve the quality of research and testing. The Trust aims to collect thousands of signatures and pledges to take your message direct to Brussels at a key stage in the legislative process. Sign the petition here: http://www.endeuanimaltests.org/index.php
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