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Reconnecting...
12 May 2007
Welcome to "Reconnecting..." for May.
Hello! It's been a couple of months since the last issue of my email newsletter. Partly this is because I spent 5 wonderful weeks in New Zealand, and partly it's because since I've been back in the UK I've felt a lovely sense of peacefulness and relaxation which has meant I have slowed down my pace... I am just feeling no need to rush. I've been tuning into the magenta energy and letting things flow at the pace and in the timing that feels right, rather than trying to push or manipulate circumstances....hence the gap between newsletters!
This past week or two I have been in contact with quite a number of people who are feeling the need for more space, for a slowing-down, for a period of resourcing. It seems to be a common theme. With the profusion of green in nature all around us at this time of year, we are being asked to open out, unfurl, unshackle and absorb the peace and sense of spaciousness that comes from green. If you are feeling rushed, pressured, stressed or jangled, now is the time to turn to the healing qualities of green. Wear green, bring it into your home, and most importantly, take yourself out in nature and feel your energies re-charging and your shoulders dropping...
As well as saying 'give me space', green also says 'don't tread on my boundaries'. I've had conversations with several people this week who have been feeling that their boundaries are being tested or stretched. When this happens it's often a question of standing strong in our 'I AM' presence, the sense of wholeness and strength we draw from our beingness so that we can relate genuinely and from a place of compassion, without feeling we are being trampled on. Other times it's about not taking on 'stuff' from others, something we can all too easily do, especially in the healing and caring professions. Setting our boundaries is not about preventing others from getting close, or shutting down our emotions. Quite the opposite. We can allow even more intimacy and sharing when we are strong and empowered in our sense of self. If you've been taking things on that simply don't belong to you, it's time to let go of the extra baggage.
Another thing I've noticed since being back in the UK is the shift so many people have undergone since March this year. Wow! Suddenly you're all out there doing what it is you've come to do, stepping into your light and your power more and more each day. It's not without it's challenges, we all know that! But finally it seems we're ready to throw off the old energies and emerge into something new and exciting. So resource yourselves well my friends. As always, this life thing is quite a ride...
With love and blessings.
Erica
Erica Connolly
Colourworks Therapist/Teacher
Reconnective Healing Practitioner
www.korani.net
Quote of the Month:
"It is impossible to bless and judge at the same time." ~ Pierre Pradervand
Book of the Month: The Gentle Art of Blessing by Pierre Pradervand
This elegant, simple and light-filled book began life as a short written expression by the author on the subject of blessing, which he began to share with friends around the world. Before long his words became something of a phenomenon, and it was clear that this subject touched many people. In this expanded text, Pierre Pradervand lovingly shares his views on the simple art of blessing and the very real benefits it brings to the person doing (or, more accurately, 'being') the blessing, and to the receiver.
To quote from the book: "The practice of blessing is a simple way to develop a constantly centered awareness. It is also a tool for growing in universal love and avoiding judgement. When you bless all those you meet in their total happiness and true integrity...when you wish them the best from your innermost being, it is impossible for your heart not to expand. From a narrow cubicle, it will become a temple without walls."
The book is a delight to read, and a blessing in and of itself.
The Gentle Art of Blessing is available from Cygnus Books (www.cygnus-books.co.uk)
Website of the Month: www.aotearoa.co.nz
What with having just been back 'home' to New Zealand (I'm one of these people who has a sense of home in two places, the place of my birth and the place I currently live...typical Gemini really!), I wanted to share with you some of the art it has to offer. Aotearoa is the Maori name for New Zealand, and the art on this site is representative of some of the traditional forms and mediums used there. Check out the pounamu (greenstone) page. This stone has deeply spiritual connections as well as being incredibly beautiful.
I watched a wonderful short video on the sacred energy of this stone at the Museum of New Zealand, "Te Papa". This place is a must-visit for anyone planning a trip to NZ! It made me feel very proud of my kiwi heritage....and is internationally recognised as the face of the 21st century museum, both ultra-modern and yet deeply respectful of the past. Visit www.tepapa.govt.nz
Colourworks Bottle of the Month: No. 4: Uranus (Yellow/Deep Turquoise)
Uranus is about shifting us deeply at a fundamental level. It asks us to release all situations, people, places, habits, behaviours and patterns that no longer serve us on our path. Change is the order of the day with Uranus. It is a support and a guide for those who are feeling stuck and are ready for change and will facilitate a shift in consciousness.
If you are ready for change and would like the opportunity to win a bottle of this potent oil, please email me your name, address and phone number by Friday 18 May and your name will go into the draw.
This and all other Colourworks bottles are available for £20 + p&p. Contact me to purchase or to find out more.
Go to www.colourworks.org to view the range.
Events and Workshops
Metatronic Healing Practitioner Workshop with Pippa Merivale
Metatronic Healing is a powerful method of healing, directly harnessing the energy of spirit. The energies of Metatronic Healing made themselves known to Pippa Merivale through specific spiritual teachers, particularly Metatron. Pippa has been amazed and delighted at the power of Metatronic Healing to swiftly remove old-standing blocks and patterns, and those 'stories' we all tend to hold on to.
Pippa, author of “Colour Works” and many other books on spirit, colour and healing, will be offering a 2-day practitioner workshop on 19-20 May near Salisbury, Wiltshire, for those wishing to train in order to be able to offer Metatronic Healing.
Further information is available at Pippa's website www.color4power.com
To book a place on the 2-day workshop, please contact me. Phone 01722 781096 or email erica@korani.net
Summertime Sparkle with Colour and Chi Kung: 26 May and 23 June
With Erica Connolly and Clara Apollo
In these one-day workshops we will tune into the powerful late spring and early summer energies to focus on positive and practical ways to enhance your well-being. The early summer is a time for opening, expanding, creating and celebrating, and we will explore the vibrant qualities of this time of year through colour, movement, meditation, visualisation and healing energies.
Chi Kung links the seasons to corresponding body organs, elements and colours. The summer has a particular focus on the element of Fire and the colours red and orange, so we will be particularly working with these energies. The workshops are stand-alone, or you can attend both and deepen your experience of the Fire element. On Saturday 26 May we will be at Sandy Down, near Brockenhurst in the New Forest; and on Saturday 23 June we'll be at Farnham Farmhouse in Farnham, Dorset (near Blandford).
Further information is available here on my website. Please email me or phone me 01722 781096 to book your place.
Colour 2: 9-10 June
Level 2 Colourworks Practitioner training with a specific focus on the essence spritzers.
Visit my Colourworks web page for further details.
Monthly Meditation Group in Salisbury
I'm excited to be offering a monthly meditation group in Salisbury, starting on Monday 28 May, from 7-8.30pm, upstairs at The Green House. I know it's a bank holiday but it feels the right date to start anyway!
The focus will vary each week but we will work and play with a range of meditations, guided visualisations, colour, healing energies, manifestation and abundance, and ongoing personal and spiritual development.
Please let me know if you would like to be part of the group. Email me or phone 01722 781096.
Inner Child Workshop Based on the Chakras
With Soizic Aureli
Soizic is a Psychosynthesis trained counsellor who believes that most dis-ease in the body is as a direct result of unexpressed negative feelings and emotions. It is necessary to heal the mind as well as the soul and to bring individuals back into harmony, physically and mentally. Soizic looks at negative behavioural traits and seeks to let the individual recognise why they occur, encouraging their replacement with positive thoughts and actions. The longer fear, anger and guilt are suppressed the more these feelings are re-enacted in relationships.
After being diagnosed with terminal cancer at the age of 33, Soizic became aware of the therapeutic power of emotional release and since undergoing her own healing journey, she has for nearly 30 years been actively promoting the benefits of releasing suppressed emotional pain and stress.
Soizic's group sessions for inner child and chakra work can be highly effective in helping participants to let go of past trauma, know themselves, increase in confidence, and enjoy improved relationships and parenting skills. Soizic uses a psychological approach by going back to our conditioning, using the Chakra Map. This helps us to understand and clear repeating patterns which prevent us moving forward in our lives.
Soizic will be running a workshop at a venue near Salisbury, Wiltshire, on Friday 27th to Sunday 29th of July 2007, from 10am to 6pm. Numbers will be no more than 10, and the cost is £185 for the three days (concessions available). Vegetarian living food lunch £7.
For further information please contact Soizic Aureli in France,
Tel: 00 33 468 26 59 12;
Email: soizic.2006@yahoo.com;
or Jane Mallen in Salisbury,
Tel: 01722 421289;
Email: clarityjane@ntlworld.com
Infinite Joy!
Channelled Guidance to help you find your path to freedom. Messages from Light Beings and Ascended Masters channelled through Alexandria. Twenty minute taster sessions cost £15. Saturday 9th June 2pm-5pm at Lotus Lounge, Heritage Courtyard, Sadler Street, Wells, BA5 2RR. Bookings: 01749 671234.
Stonehenge/Glastonbury/Avebury: 29-31 May
Jane Knight has organised a trip to Stonehenge/Glastonbury/Avebury from Tuesday to Thursday 29 – 31 May 2007 in Whit week. On the first evening she has booked open access to Stonehenge from 19.45 to 20.45 for the maximum group size of up to 26 people (so there are no standard tourists there). There will be some quiet meditation time but also drumming, toning, celebrating, etc at the end – whatever feels right in the moment.
The following two days are in Glastonbury and Avebury led by Peter Knight, a very entertaining guide who has written several books on goddess energy and sacred sites etc.
The whole trip costs £99 including access to Stonehenge. Jane has reserved some B&B spaces near Stonehenge but they’re going fast so if anyone is interested and needs accommodation, you need to book quickly. It’s also possible just to do Stonehenge for £25.
Here’s the link to the downloadable document and website for more info:
Stonehenge, Avebury and Glastonbury pdf
Contact Jane on 01568 770061 or 01568 770416 for further information.
World in Transition Conference
23-24 June 2007
At a time when many people are becoming increasingly aware of the need for a spiritual understanding and outlook in relation to the current state of human affairs, and with the attendant signs of impending major changes in the world; this conference seeks to address, as far as possible, some of the primary issues involved.
Full details, including itinerary, are now available at: http://www.sacredconnections.co.uk
Retreat Days at Sarpenela Natural Therapies Centre
Farnham, Dorset
Retreat for the day and enjoy some peace and tranquillity. Our Retreat Days are for small groups or individuals, and our team of experienced therapists ensure that you are treated with the care and attention you deserve. Sarpenela offers an extensive range of treatments and natural therapies, so your day can be tailored to your individual needs. We wish you well and look forward to welcoming you to Sarpenela.
For further information please visit www.sarpenela.co.uk or phone Sarah Lownds on 01725 516942.
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