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Profile: Reiki Blessings

by Administrator, posted in New Age, Organizations

Article Provided by Reiki Blessings

If you are interested in taking control of your physical, emotional,and spiritual health, please keep reading!  Reiki Blessings is here to expand holistic and spiritual awareness to the general public through  professional home study courses in holistic and spiritual healing. We all have the ability and the right to be healthy individuals. Are you ready to take the next step towards finding the "real you"?  The naturally healthy you?  The spiritually unique you?  The person who deserves to be truly happy and fulfilled?

Health is in the palms of your hands!

We are all born with the ability to be healers. It is through time that our connection to this gift gets weaker.  We are constantly told that we must surrender our health to the "professionals" only to find  out that there is nothing that can be done for our particular "disease". Now is the time for us to take charge of our health and the health of our families. Natural, holistic and spiritual healing are beginning to get the attention they have always deserved.

Now is the time to get involved!

Reiki Blessings Academy has been started in order to pass on the healing methods that have been taught since ancient times.  These methods are not just for the healing of our physical bodies, but for our entire beings – physical, emotional/mental, creative, and spiritual.  Our mission is to keep the cost of holistic and spiritual  education as low as possible and to train anyone with a true desire to grow and learn.  Our purpose is to spread love, healing, and spiritual growth by bringing our students (and the world as a whole)  closer to God/Creator/Source in the way that best fits their set of beliefs.

Spiritual, Physical and Emotional health cannot be cured with a drug, there must be a change in our perception and lifestyle.

With approximately three thousand students in over fifty countries since the conception of the Reiki Blessings Academy in 2001, Reiki and Holistic Healing are no longer an exclusive club available only  to the extremely wealthy; anyone, anywhere in the world can learn these methods of growth and development in the comfort of their own home through the Reiki Blessings Academy!

Join Us and Help Heal the World Today!

We offer courses in: Usui Reiki, Reflexology, Spiritual Aromatherapy, Crystal Healing, Chakra Balancing, Meditation, Raja Yoga, Spiritual Counseling, Prayer Therapy, Angel Healing, Holistic Business, Attracting Abundance and more!  We also have a Holistic Health Practitioner Program and Combined Bachelor/Master Degree in Spiritual  Healing.

For more information, please visit: www.reikiblessings.com or email: info@reikiblessings.com

HSI

by Administrator, posted in Events, Organizations, Psychic

On Saturday October 28th Jim and I hopped in the car and took the much shorter trip to visit The Holistic Studies Institute in Albany, NY. We were visiting them to attend their Halloween Psychic Fair. Avid readers should note that this drive took us 15 minutes (even in the pouring rain) as opposed to the 3-4 hour drive we took on our last adventure!

Upon arrival we were greeted by Cathy, one of the people that helped organize the event. For those of you that have never attended a psychic fair, like myself, I have to tell you that it was not what I was expecting. I imagined booths of psychics lined up hawking their wares, cajoling you to try them. Instead I found an inviting and much more professional atmosphere. What happens at an H.S.I. fair is that you sign up on a list for a reading, which is only $25, and you’re given a time and a psychic on a little chit of paper. Then you wait, but it’s not a dull wait. They offer you refreshments like coffee and cookies, and they have various types of healers that give complimentary healings (more fun with that later). Also, when their office space is isn’t being renovated, which it is currently undergoing, they have a book store that sells new and used books. So there is plenty to do and see before you are within 10 feet of one of the psychics!

I had a reading set up with Lorrie De Marco for 1pm. I was told that she not only does readings, but she teaches the first year course in Psychic Development at H.S.I. At 1pm I was taken to a room that was reserved for readings. So not the psychic free for all I was imagining! Lorrie was very friendly. She asked me to give her a personal item, one that has only belonged to me. Lorrie asked me my first name and my date of birth and away we went. Obviously I’m not going to tell you what occurred during my reading, it was my reading…go get your own! I do want to tell you that Lorrie was a warm, comforting woman and I had a wonderful time speaking with her.

After the reading, I went around the corner to visit the healers. There were three vivacious women waiting for me. I was offered the option of Reiki Healing or Therapeutic Touch. I opted for Therapeutic Touch, which meant that I got worked over by Susan Ikenhoffer. She told me that most people after receiving Therapeutic Touch tend to be very relaxed, that was my experience too. Once Jim was done taking pictures of us that is!

The people at the Holistic Studies Institute were incredibly friendly and a lot of fun. They hold weekly séances (Fridays at 8:30 pm and Sundays at 6:00 pm) and I have every intention of visiting them for one of those sooner rather than later.

To learn more about the Holistic Studies Institute visit them at: www.holisticstudies.com
While you’re there you can sign up for their free newsletter that will give you a complete list of their numerous events and courses that they offer.

Since I had never had a reading before I was given a leaflet entitled, “How to Get the Most Out of Your Psychic Reading.” I figured I would share it with you, in case you visit H.S.I. for a reading.

*Seek a Psychic’s assistance when there is a sincere need.
*Be open-minded. Do not try to “test” a psychic or come with a “prove it to me attitude.” Judge the reading as it is being given to you. Listen calmly.
*Don’t make a psychic guess what you want from your reading. This only wastes valuable time in which your psychic could be answering your questions.
*Be prepared with a list of meaningful questions whether in writing or in your mind. This will help stimulate psychic impressions.
*Don’t expect a psychic to read your mind. It is your responsibility to ASK specific questions.
*Topics your psychic can tune into may include: travel, employment/career, family, friends, spirit family, spirituality, finances, health, relationships/romance, and education.
*Give your psychic an object that you own. This object should not be previously owned or any part of it previously owned by any other person. A watch, jewelry, keys, etc. work the best. This personal object will help the psychic get closer to your energy and use it as fuel for the reading.
*You may want to bring in photos. Psychics can draw a lot of information from a photo. Photos may be of living or deceased persons.
*Psychics do not see everything. However, they should tell you everything they see. If they see something negative, they will tell you, but they will also tell you how you can change or avoid the negative event. A code of ethics for a truly professional psychic should embody the saying “ to be forewarned is to be forearmed.” This is one of the great values in going to a psychic. They can help prevent possible problems.
*Most psychics are also mediums. This means that they will receive information from your deceased loved ones. Your psychic may refer to these important people as “spirits”. You may want to give your psychic the name of your loved one in spirit, enabling them to tune in to the name and possibly give you a message from that person.
*Keep in mind, psychics are human beings like everyone else. Psychics are not always correct. However, most of our clients at H.S.I. return for more readings because they are pleased with our 80%-100% accuracy rate. By most standards this accuracy is exceedingly high.
*Psychics at H.S.I. do not use Tarot cards. Our experience tells us that Tarot cards and other such props are less accurate and tend to be very general.
Enjoy yourself and have a great reading!

I did enjoy myself and I had a great reading!

Profile: Coven Oldenwilde

by Administrator, posted in Organizations, Religion, Wiccan/Pagan

Article Provided by Coven Oldenwilde

Coven Oldenwilde is a deliciously wicked mix of olde world and new — a wildlife habitat and 3-story Appalachian Covenstead, and a cutting-edge training ground in the Bible belt that teaches Witches worldwide savvy ways to eliminate religious persecution.

Founded on Samhain in 1994, the Coven is a 501(c) (3) religious nonprofit that practices a blend of traditional British Gardnerianism and experiential Italian Strega magic, led by High Priestess Lady Passion and High Priest *Diuvei (authors of the critically acclaimed The Goodly Spellbook: Olde Spells for Modern Problems).

Bold advocates of the antiquity, beauty, and validity of the Olde Religion in everyday life, the pair has garnered extensive coverage of their trail-blazing spiritual activism in print (AP, Washington Post), radio (BBC, NPR), and TV news (CNN, etc.).

“We became politically-adept early on by experience,” explains *Diuvei. “We learned the only way to thrive was to insist on our rights by publicizing the buried laws that upheld them, and to expose bigots’ own words to the light of print. This method evokes public sympathy, and has made Asheville a safe haven for thousands of Witches who move here each year from all over the nation.”

One of many successful examples from their extensive Wiccan web site: their campaign against North Carolina’s anti-divination law forced legislators to repeal it in 2004. International celebrity spokes-Witches, Lady Passion and *Diuvei often work Witchcraft for TV studios (Universal, Sci-Fi), production companies (A. Smith & Co., L.A., Trafford Media, England), and series (Extra!, Finding America).

“Last year we were filmed circling with an Indian family from war-torn Kashmir. Their 16 year-old daughter had made her own black cape and robe and was breath-takingly beautiful. They all danced a Cone of Power with us and played music with all their hearts. It was absolutely inspiring!”

For the past 30 years Lady Passion and *Diuvei have helped thousands of people worldwide solve their medical, magical, and legal problems. Legal clergy, they marry and bury folks, sponsor prison and military Covens nationwide, bless new homes and de-ghost houses prior to re-sale, secure Pagans’ religious rights, give fascinating, empowering talks about their magical adventures, the politics of persecution, and Conscientious Objectorship to War, heal with herbal medicines they brew, and teach the Craft of the Wise to people of all ages and backgrounds — from soccer moms, to cops and Mensa members.

“Probably the most gut-wrenching problem I help with daily is Witches who’ve been repressed to such a degree they don’t feel empowered enough to resist when they’re being blatantly persecuted,” Lady Passion says ruefully. “It strikes me as odd, for Witches have a long, proud history of defying bad laws, leaders, and landlords. But most of the time all they need is support in the form of a reminder: A Witch’s backbone is a bully’s kryptonite. Then they’re off to make their abuser regret it,” she grins.

Rave reviews for their The Goodly Spellbook caused it to be practically sold out of its initial run within four months of its international release. “We’re ecstatic that readers who devour fiction like Harry Potter and The Da Vinci Code want to work real ancient, yet easy magic,” smiles Lady Passion.

The book’s mystique is that it reveals never-before-published material about The Secret Language of Witches, Barbarous Words of Power, Magical Alphabets, and the mystical methods politicians and advertisers use to manipulate the masses. Lavishly illustrated and replete with fascinating true tales of the authors magical experiences, the 476 page hardcover book covers healing, protection, attraction, discernment, concealment, and repulsion spells, and teaches Magical Gestures, Witch dance steps, Herbalism, Sacred Music, and much more.

Organized into 3 parts — Scope (magic history); Skills (traditional techniques); and Spells (hundreds of authentic, easy olde charms for all life’s needs) — The Goodly Spellbook lists all its sources and includes helpful Glossaries of Magical & Medicinal Herbs and Common Craft Terms.

The book’s success has raised demand for Lady Passion and *Diuvei’s work to a fever pitch. Indeed, they just returned from an extensive book tour in England where they were featured in a popular BBC London radio interview (hear a snippet or their full interview at: oldenwilde.org).

So what’s next for this revolutionary power-Coven? One thing you can count on, whatever they do, it’ll be unprecedented.

NNYPRS

by Administrator, posted in Events, Organizations, Paranormal

After a full day at work my husband Jim and I set off for fun and adventure in Malone, NY. We had been invited to a Friday the 13th party to benefit the Northern New York Paranormal Research Society, also known as NNYPRS. So after a rushed meal at our local Moe’s (Tip for the Traveler: A rushed meal of quasi Mexican food is NOT the way to start out a 3 hour drive! There was a lot of burping going on!) and a quick stop to fill up the tank we hit the road.

The drive up north started out beautiful. Northern NY has lovely views of foliage and suddenly Jim and I understood why someone would drive somewhere just to look at leaves. Then it got dark. The roads got curvy going through the mountains, and our MapQuest directions became more and more questionable. Fortunately, Merrill McKee, President and Co-Founder of the NNYPRS, had emailed me his preferred directions and they got us to our luxurious Super 8 accommodations without issue.

Once we got our stuff situated at the hotel, it was time to meet Merrill and his team members face to face for the first time. The benefit was held at a restaurant/bar called Spotted Willy’s. Jim and I had no idea what to expect from this place. The restaurant portion was very attractive and the food smelled wonderful, the party was held in the back tavern which was rustic and cozy, complete with a functional fireplace.

This was where Jim and I met Merrill, Angie, Dale, Dave, Nick, and friends of the NNYPRS. It’s clear to see they are a group of people that take paranormal investigation seriously, and try not take life as seriously. Merrill was an outgoing host and also was the provider of the entertainment since he owns the DJ company that was playing music and offering up karaoke. Let me tell you that Merrill and his wife Angie are fantastic singers! Jim and I were both incredibly impressed at Angie’s vocal stylings! To help raise some money there were raffles for a free session with Dale, NNYPRS co-founder and resident psychic, $100 off the DJ services of M-n-M Entertainment, which is Merrill’s DJ company, and for a $20 gift certificate for Spotted Willy’s. Needless to say, I bought 4 tickets in the hopes of a reading with Dale! Unfortunately, it was not meant to be. All in all it was a casual event where alcohol was consumed, music was played, and conversations were had. At 11pm, which is way past my bedtime, Jim and I headed back to the Super 8 to rest up for the following days big event, the “Metaphysically Speaking” gathering where Merrill was going to be the guest speaker.

I woke up to silence. The kind of deep silence that tells you something is wrong. I rolled over to see what time the digital clock had, and it was black. That’s right, the power went out. Jim and I attempted to get a good nights rest after that revelation, but we both tossed and turned and essentially slept like crap. At 7am there was still no power! After some discussion of what this could mean, we decided to get dressed and head over to Massena, NY where the “Metaphysically Speaking” group was meeting and hopefully there was power. As we got closer to Massena we started to notice lights. With great relief we pulled into Spankie’s to have a greasy diner breakfast.

“Metaphysically Speaking” is a group that meets once a month at the public library in Massena, NY. The group is coordinated by Bob Leboeuf, an incredibly friendly man who is well versed in metaphysics and the hosting of this event. The event runs from 1pm to 4:30pm with a half hour break in the middle. Merrill was the guest speaker. He did a brief introduction of his organization and what they do and then opened the floor to questions. The group quizzed him on topics as close to what he does as how to identify hauntings, to as incredibly unrelated as dream interpretation. Merrill handled all the questions with great enthusiasm and demonstrated an extensive knowledge of all things paranormal, but also in most things metaphysical as well. Even with no sleep Merrill was able to keep me engaged and entertained.

Jim and I had a great time and made some wonderful friends, but at 4:30 the road was calling and we had to start the 4 hour journey home. At the end of the day, we were exhausted but happy to have made the trip.

To learn more about the Northern New York Paranormal Research Society visit: www.nnyprs.com

If you need a great DJ in upstate NY visit: www.mnmdj.com