Inspired by Earth Newsletter, #11! JuLY 2017

"When anxious, uneasy and bad thoughts come, I go to the sea, and the sea drowns them out with its great wide sounds, cleanses me with its noise, and imposes a rhythm upon everything in me that is bewildered and confused."
Rainer Maria Rilke
 
As our plane flew in over Mexico, I could feel the anticipation within my veins. Or perhaps it was the saline in my body needing to reconnect with the salt water below. The ride to the hotel seemed long to me: each second exciting and agitating at the same time as I drew nearer and nearer to the moment my feet would touch sand. We dropped the luggage in our room and got out to the beach as soon as possible. I made it to the the water's edge and took my first real breath in years. I realized, like our iPhones and iPads, we need to be recharged as well. I could almost see my own charging cable; one end connecting to my spirit, the other end attached to the ocean's breath.

We bought a protective case for my phone so I could take it in the ocean with me. Finally, some of the most amazing pictures of the waves! I shot video during attempts to stay ahead of the waves towering over my head. Sometimes, the footage shows my feet flying up as the water forcefully sweeps me off balance. Other times, one only hears and sees bubbles as I am tumbled inside a tackling wave. After those shots, the video resumes from where I have dragged myself to the sand, out of breath, still being knocked over by the waves that burst onto shore.

What does your charging cable connect to? How long has it been since you have reconnected? And, OMG, isn't it time?

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GUESS WHAT?! 
My new Guided Meditation CD will be ready to debut July 22 at FitFest!
floating into Stillness
features several meditations to take your mind away from everyday stresses.
Original music composition by Kenny Masters.Yoga Class Schedule

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*Gentle/Restorative classes every Wednesday evening from 6-7:15pm.
Healing Arts Metaphysical, 4 E Wilson Street, Batavia (parking lot in back)
All Levels, Walk-ins, $15

*Gentle/Restorative classes every Sunday from 10-11:15am.
Healing Arts Metaphysical, 4 E Wilson Street, Batavia (parking lot in back)
All Levels, Walk-ins, $15
**NO SUNDAY CLASS ON JULY 23

*Inspired Vinyasa (Level 1), Tuesday's 10-11:15am, 1 E Benton St,, Aurora, downstairs.
$12/class, walk-in, all levels, cash or check to Sandra Coyner.
**WE WILL HAVE CLASS ON TUESDAY, JULY 4!


UPCOMING EVENTS TO WATCH FOR:
The Ahhh of Adjustments in August
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SAVE THE DATE!!
Metaphysically Fit Fest this JULY 22
from 11-7pm!
I will be offering my
R&R: Reiki and Restorative Yoga workshop at 3pm!
 
I will also have a vender's booth set up where you will find:
*floating into Stillness, my NEW Guided Meditation CD!
      Four peaceful meditations; original music scores by Kenny Masters
*Reiki'd Chakra Stone sets
*Chair Reiki
*Reiki'd Mala bead necklaces, handmade by Anke
 
Only $20 for all day access. You can purchase your ticket now on their website!

Metaphysically Fit Fest is a health and wellness day retreat in Yorkville that focuses on the mind and body.  The fest includes yoga sessions, kirtan, meditation, health and wellness vendors and demonstrators.
Free Hugs, henna, live music, life readings and drumming...all ages, all interests to unite in one place that honors supports and welcomes everyone.

Here's the link to some of the workshops being offered: 
http://www.metaphysicallyfitfest.com/classes-workshops/

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Step away from your chair and onto a mat
Yoga for Stylists
Sore wrists? Tight shoulders? Tired feet? Painful back?
In this class, we will learn stretches and poses that focus mainly on these areas as well as some stretches you can sneak in on the job!

A peaceful guided meditation and essential oils will help restore your peace.

All levels welcome/no yoga experience necessary.

Sunday July 23     12-1:15pm       $10/person 
Location: 1 E Benton St., Aurora
Email [email protected] to reserve your spot.
More info at www.inspiredbyearth.com
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FEATURED HEALING STONE:              
by Maryann Sanfillip, crystal writer extraordinaire

If you are new to crystals, selenite is a great place to start.  Named after the Greek goddess of the moon, Selene, it has a moon-like glow.  Selenite can be colorless, gray, white, green or golden brown.  Unlike other crystals, selenite never needs to be cleansed and can be used to cleanse and charge other stones. 
 
It is a stone of mental clarity, honesty and truth, making it a wonderful protection stone.  It unblocks stagnant energy and instills deep peace.  Associated with the third eye chakra, it is a stone of intuition and psychic awareness.  It is definitely a great addition to your collection.

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