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“When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice.”

An Interview with Psy-Guy, John Peterson / 14

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ALSO INSIDE: CANCER: A REALTIME HEALING JOURNEY / 12

Psychics, Intuitives & Mediums A Resource Guide for those serving the Upper Midwest...and Beyond / 16

ASTROLOGY /15 HOW TO STRENGTHEN YOUR INTUITION / 18 POETRY / 19

expo body mind life exhibitors / 8

a retrospective 1995 - 1997 / 30

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EDGE MAGAZINE P.O. Box 664, Anoka, MN 55303 Edgemagazine.net Facebook.com/edgemagazine.net Twitter: @theedgemagazine Publishers Tim Miejan & Cathy Jacobsen Editor: Tim Miejan tel / fax 651.578.8969 editor@edgemagazine.net P.O. Box 7324, Madison, WI 53707 POETRY EDITOR: William Ricci poetry@edgemagazine.net PRODUCTION: melissa may Proofreading: Rachel miejan Transcription: jean wallis Sales & Marketing: Cathy Jacobsen 763.433.9291, fax 763.433.9290 cathy@edgemagazine.net EDGE TALK RADIO coordinator: CATHRYN TAYLOR 612.710.7720 ISSN 1085-0996 Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved. The Edge is published by The Edge LLC. Reproduction of articles in print or electronically without permission of the author is prohibited. The Edge does not necessarily agree with the views in articles. It accepts advertising at the discretion of the publisher and assumes no responsibility for any claims or representations contained in this publication or in any advertisement. Printed with soy ink. Please recycle.

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12 Cancer: A Disingenuous Disease — A Real-time Healing Journey, by Cheryl Hiltibran 14 Soul Messenger: An Interview with Psy-Guy, John Peterson, by Tim Miejan

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10 The Edge: The Little Publication that Could | From the Editor, by Tim Miejan 11 Twin Cities Kirtan Festival Returning 11 The Edge Launches Monthly Networking Event 11 Public Forum: Growing the Local Food Economy 13 Clear it Out: Live Your Authenticity, Star Wisdom | Astrology, by DK Brainard 18 Three Ways to Strengthen Your Intuition for Decision Making, by Leah Skurdal 19 Poetry: The Trouble with Evolving, by Linda Johansen 19 Haiku: Untitled One & Two, by Kristin Arneson

This month: a look back at 1995 - 1997 ~ Page 30 as part of The Edge 20th Year Retrospective 1992 - 2012 22 Your Gifts will Heal the World, by Alan Cohen 22 Cartoon: Holy Molé, by Rick Hotton 23 Recipe: Bean Salad, by Maggie Christopher 23 A Holistic Profile with Lori Bestler 23 “A Cabaret of Consciousness’ Coming to St. Paul 31 Preview: Read more Content Online at Edgemagazine.net

19 Poetry: Truth, by Victoria Pendragon

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20 Living a Fantasy or Living My Truth? Featured Topic: If I Could Do Anything, by Lori Bestler

16 Community : Holistic Resources, featuring Psychics, Intuitives, Mediums 24 Happenings Events Calendar Listings 26 Classifieds 27 Source Networking Business Listings 29 Sacred Services Listings

20 Perfect Love: A Quest to be as God, Featured Topic: If I Could Do Anything, by Jerry Buchmeier

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 Thursday, March 1 at 6 p.m. Central “Edge Intuitive Living” with Echo Bodine First Thursday of each month — Join noted psychic, healer and teacher Echo Bodine for her one-hour program on living by our intuition. “It’s going to be a mix of everything that I do and teach,” Echo says, “and it will end with a meditation.”  Friday, March 2 at 2 p.m. Central “Edge Quantum Techniques” with Heidi and Tom First Friday of each month — Join Heidi Gilman and Dr. Thomas Miller in an inspired program. Both Heidi and Tom have experienced profound healing through Quantum Techniques and are excited to share these techniques with us.  Tuesday, March 6 at 6 p.m. Central “Edge Learning Well” with Carolyn Vinup First Tuesday of each month — Learning Well – Your partner in integrative health education. You’ll hear from fascinating experts who will share rich information designed to enhance your health, career and relationships. Learning Well…bringing growth, joy and inspiration to your life! Sponsored by the Integrative Health Education Center of Normandale Community College.  Wednesday, March 7 at 6 p.m. Central “Edge Astrology” with D.K. Brainard First Wednesday of each month — The Edge astrology columnist gives us a peek into the future. Discover the larger patterns behind life’s ups and downs. Find out how you can flow with the energy of the weeks ahead. Bring the wisdom of the stars into your life.  Thursday, March 8 at 6 p.m. Central “Edge Animal Talk” with Mary Stoffel Second Thursday of each month — Animal communicator Mary Stoffel gives insights into the relationships that our animals have with us, and with each other. Join her to explore how animals feel, think, work, heal and react as they share our lives. Learn how to help your animals cope with change, illness and trauma. Get practical information dealing with all types of animal-related issues.  Sunday, March 11 at 11 a.m. Central “On the Edge…of Everything” with SchaOn & Cathy Second Sunday of each month — Join SchaOn and Cathy – as well as a Special Guest – as they talk about the latest news and updates in Holistic Health care, review of Products & Services for your Health & Well-being of the Body, Mind and Soul, vitamins & minerals, talk about conspiracies, or maybe even talk about UFOs, crystal skulls & more! You won’t know exactly what they’re going to be talk about during the 2 hours till you tune in. So, grab a cup of coffee, tea or some milk, ask questions live in the chat room, or even call in live on air to ask us questions and join in on the fun!  Wednesday, March 14 at 6 p.m. Central “Edge Innerviews” with Cathryn Taylor Second Wednesday of each month — Join Cathryn tonight for this live conversation with Lori Bestler, a Strategic Mind Coach and Motivational Speaker who does her work at the Wellness Circle in Lino Lakes, MN. Lori will speak about her dynamic formula that she uses to help people — especially those with busy minds — break through barriers, remove limiting beliefs and deal with habits and behaviors that hold them back from realizing unlimited success and well-being.  Friday, March 16 at 2 p.m. Central “Edge Quantum Techniques” with Heidi and Tom Third Friday of each month — Join Heidi Gilman and Dr. Thomas Miller in an inspired program. Both Heidi and Tom have experienced profound healing through Quantum Techniques and are excited to share these techniques with us.  Saturday, March 17 at 3 p.m. Central “Edge Mysteries & Beyond” with Joseph A. Amara Third Saturday of each month — Join Joseph A. Amara, one

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Edge Talk Radio seeks a different member of the Holistic Community to guest host “Edge Wisdom” on the Third Wednesday of each month. Call for details. In addition, inquire about hosting your own monthly Edge Talk Radio program by calling Cathryn at 612.710.7720 or Cathy at 763.433.9291. of the owners of Magus Books, as he discusses the Mysteries of life and spirituality that serve to bring wonder and meaning into our lives. He will highlight new and popular book titles, as well as answer listener questions and condct interviews with luminaries in the fields of Magick and Mysticism.  Sunday, March 18 at 11 a.m. Central “Edge Sage Pages” with Harmony Green Third Sunday of each month — The first half of the show are the Pages from the Path, when Harmony offers brief readings concerning Divine Life Purpose. Then, a guest will discuss his or her path and how they came to it and the gifts they are sharing with the world. Harmony hosts Pages from the Path at All about the Journey, her healing center in Minneapolis.  Monday, March 19 at 5:30 p.m. Central “Edge EFT Happy Hour” with Cathryn Taylor Third Monday of each month — Stop by Lake Harriet Spiritual Community after work (44th and Upton Avenue South, Minneapolis) or listen live on the air! Take the edge off your day! Treat yourself to an hour of relaxation and relief with the new, innovative stress-reducing technique of Energy Tapping.  Thursday, March 22 at 6 p.m. Central “Edge Insights” with Deborah Lynn11 Fourth Thursday of each month — Twin Cities Psychic Medium and Author Deborah Lynn11 helps you discover why and what it is you are working on in your life on Earth. Learn how to manifest your life on Earth as it is in your heaven. And free mini-readings for those who call in.  Tuesday, March 27 at 6 p.m. Central Edge “Live at the Healing Loft” Fourth Tuesday of each month — This show comes to you live from The Healing Loft wellness center in Northeast Minneapolis with hosts Intuitive Medium/Energetic Empathy Healer Duncan Metzger and Dr. Katie Fahnel, D.C. Network Spinal Analysis Chiropractor. This show provides information about integrative medicine and healing to help you make wiser choices in your health and well-being.  Wednesday, March 28 at 6 p.m. Central “Edge Happenings” with Cathy Jacobsen Fourth Wednesday of each month — Live conversations with those who are bringing special events to the community in the next month. Gather more insight into what to expect at these coming events and why they will be meaningful to you in your everyday life. Visit the Edge Happenings events calendar here. For more information on how to include your events in Edge magazine, call Cathy at 763.433.9291 or email her.

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Highlights this year include the return of “Biggest Loser” Season 9 contestant Hampton O’Neal, who will launch his new foundation at this show. Also: A vast array of information and products related to health and wellness. Expo Hotline: 612.798.7256. Admission is $3 with the half-price coupon available online at www.101expos.com/ bml/ – and free for kids 17 and under when accompanied by an adult. Visit the exhibitors below and to the right.

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FROM THE EDITOR

The Edge, from its debut in 1992 until now, has belonged to the holistic community of the Upper Midwest.

The Edge: the little publication that could by Tim Miejan ack in 1992, a couple of adventurous people from the Twin Cities — a salesman interested in metaphysics and an editor keen on writing about natural wellness — joined forces to start a newspaper to support a growing community of like-minded folks. They emphasized open-mindedness and vowed to be the only paper in the Upper Midwest where people of all beliefs, no matter how far out, could express themselves without judgment. They asked the community to step with them — beyond the comfort zone, beyond the accepted norms — out onto the edge. And businesses and individuals throughout the Upper Midwest did just that. They gathered around this little publication that could and sustained it for nearly 20 years now. While the size and format of The Edge has changed over the years, and the staffs have changed, it maintains the same commitment to a community of people who carry the flame for holistic living in their souls. These people are committed to sharing their truths about our personal opportunity to glean solutions to our problems from our soul wisdom, which supports us in living whole, balanced lives. There are myriad ways to find that balance, to find that connection to soul, to find healing, holistically. Sharing that is what The Edge has always been about. Despite our differences — and religion certainly causes some people to keep a distance from some holistic paths — each of us is an energetic being with a soul that informs and directs our passage through life. Our choice, as individuals, is whether we want to connect to that most precious part of who we are. The Edge — now more than ever — supports holistic businesses and individuals on this path: In print throughout the Upper Midwest; online and through our virtual flipbook magazine on desktops around the world; and over the airwaves on audio programs featured on our Edge Talk Radio network. I am taking the opportunity now to thank those who have paved the way, especially the businesses that have found value in The Edge and have helped support it, and the readers who have been served over the years. a

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COMING EVENTS Twin Cities Kirtan Festival returning March 10 The third annual Twin Cities Kirtan Festival, a celebration of Sanskrit chant music, known as Kirtan, will take place March 10, featuring local chant bands, holistic wellness practitioners and guided meditations. The event will be from 4-11 p.m. Saturday, March 10 at One Yoga, a nonprofit Yoga studio, at 721 W. 26th St., Minneapolis. Tickets are $20, available in advance online and at the event. Kirtan is a form of bhakti yoga; the yoga of devotion. The music connects participants with their hearts and spirits, and evokes feelings of bliss. The festival will demonstrate a broad range of what the local Kirtan scene has to offer. Local chant bands have their own unique sound. The event will also feature a holistic wellness area, with practitioners offering their services by donation, as well as guided meditations. Cross the street, for a bite to eat, at Common Roots Cafe or French Meadow Bakery and Café, which both offer organic and gluten-free menus. The event, which will include door prizes — yoga music, products and more — is produced by Raising the Consciousness. For questions, please contact colleen@raisingtheconsciousness.com. Online tickets are available at www.raisingtheconsciousness.com. a

THE Edge launches monthly networking event A monthly networking event will debut on March 12 in Minneapolis, allowing participants to explore the holistic diversity of the Twin Cities. On the 12th of each month, a different business will be spotlighted, and the variety of those taking part will allow you to explore and network through conscious wholeness. The event is free and open to all professionals, as well as individual seekers. On March 12, Desiree Brazelton will highlight topics on Classical Homeopathy. Also, find out about Complementary & Alternative Medicine options for vaccination, allergies and other applications. The event will be from 7-9 p.m. at Spark Clinic’s new location at 4748 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis. For directions/parking to Spark Clinic, visit SparkClinic.org or call 612.232.6453. The 12th of the month was selected for gatherings because, for one, it’s 2012…and secondly (and more importantly), 1+2 = 3. In numerology, 3 is all about merging and coming together. Three is the epitome of goodness, pure love, creativity and self-expression. Jupiter is also the “lord” of the number 3, and is often called the “Guru” or Spiritual Master. a

PUBLIC FORUM: GROWING THE LOCAL FOOD ECONOMY The League of Women Voters Minneapolis will present a public forum on growing our food locally, with an overview of the local food system revolution now taking place in the community. The event will take place at Plymouth Congregational Church, 1900 Nicollet, at Franklin Avenue from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, March 22. Those who attend will have an opportunity to enjoy food samples, view exhibits, meet participating sponsors and register for door prizes from Eastside, Wedge, Seward and Linden Hills Co-ops. Participants include: LaDonna Redmond of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy, Commissioner Gretchen Musicant from Minneapolis Health Department, Collie Graddick with Community Table Cooperatives, Tim Brownell of Eureka Recycling, and Hennepin County compost specialist, John Jaimez. The forum is sponsored by the League of Women Voters and the working group Caring for Creation of Plymouth Church. Special thanks for funding from Health Partners. This event is free and open to the public.a March 2012 edge magazine

HEALING

Cancer: a disingenuous disease A real-time healing journey

by Cheryl Hiltibran First of a series

ammogram, ultrasound exam — I was optimistic. I thought being conscious about my health and exercising regularly would keep serious illness from inhabiting my body. I am wrong. The week between hearing, “You have cancer,” and meeting with the surgeon was emotionally draining. I envisioned my left breast malformed from lumpectomy, felt the itchy, burned skin damaged from radiation, visualized myself bald from chemo, and wondered, Would I feel like I do when I am sitting naked in a wilderness campsite sipping tea? I imagined myself after mastectomy. Lopsidedness? Twenty years ago, I knew a marathon runner who unabashedly ran with a well-formed breast on one side. She seemed comfortable and confident both as a runner and a one-breasted woman. Could I be so courageous? After the appointment I had a better sense of the surgical process. I got a stern recommendation to schedule surgery soon, definitely within four weeks, and meet with the other oncologists after my surgery was scheduled. Healing or Handling? A tiny Stage One tumor seems to stir up lots of dust — like a bull warning he is about to charge; I felt trampled by the sheer force of the actions called a “cure.” I insisted on appointments with the radiation and medical oncologists. At each appointment I would ask, “Extreme sleep deprivation this year has greatly compromised my immune system and I’m still recovering. Wouldn’t it be extremely difficult on my body’s ability to heal to have surgery, radiation, or chemo at this time?” The first doctor said, “Don’t wait more than a month to have surgery.” The second, the medical oncologist, explained my diagnosis, options, risks, and side effects. From here I learned that all the medical options have risks and side effects — and my decisions were about how much I believed I could tolerate. I researched online, got support from close friends. A niggling feeling, a mere quiver, kept me from jumping onto the conveyor belt of traditional breast cancer treatment. I could not take that step. Instead I paused, listened to my inner guidance, and heard

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the whisper, Pay Attention! You are holding back…for a reason. Words from Wisdom Then I remembered — whenever I face a major decision I can break the gridlock: I put aside the plethora of information and listened to the Divine (my preferred word for God). I relaxed into a meditative state, allowing the niggling feeling to be my guide. Stillness. Then a series of rapid-fire, visceral, full-body memories. The doctor is saying, “Complete knee dislocation is a very serious injury. I will put it back, then see about surgery.” Next I’m in the hospital bed, right leg in a toe-to-hip cast, visualizing blood flowing to my toes and back, washing away toxins and healing my injury, even though I am oozy and dizzy from the pain. Yes, I commanded my blood to heal my knee, leg and ankle. That was 1975; I hadn’t heard of creative visualization. The next memory, more recently, a surgeon on the phone is reviewing my MRI, explaining why I need surgery for two cartilage tears. He keeps wanting to transfer me to the scheduling nurse; I insist he answer my questions instead. As I hang up I say, “Thanks, you told me what I need to know to heal my knee.” And I did. Searing heat burns my fingers as I grab the 350-degree casserole lid. I calmly replace the lid and recall how my fingers were before touching it. Holding that as my experience, the heat in my fingers dissipates; they never “took on” the burn. As inky blackness envelopes me the inner voice speaks, How did you decide not to be a scientist? Registering for eighth-grade classes, my hand freezes as I start to write Biology. It would not move. Biology? I would have to dissect a frog…. My inner-self spoke, I am against intrusive research! My body vibrated in agreement. (And I did make it through eighth grade Biology, high school, and college science classes without ever dissecting an animal.) Clarity and Choice Back in the present, I hear my mind respond to this barrage of images and sensations. But this is cancer, not surgery for my knee! The ensuing silence seems to say “So?!” This is cancer! Somewhere inside, feelings and inner voice conferred. But this is an illness! I’m not sure I can overcome this. Cancer continued on page 23 

ASTROLOGY

CLEAR IT OUT: LIVE YOUR AUTHENTICITY by DK Brainard

Star Wisdom March 2012

he first Mercury Retrograde of 2012 starts on March 12 in Aries, the sign of passionate, impulsive action. This retrograde is highly focused on clearing old programming so that we can live as our authentic selves. Aries (Mar. 21-Apr. 19)…Your hard work begins to pay off this month, thanks to a powerful Grand Trine linking your money, work, and career houses. You’ll do best with this positive energy if you resolve to flow with the rhythm of life rather than trying to push the river. A potent New Moon in your sign on March 22 is going to blow things wide open for you, so be ready to strike when opportunity hits. Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20)…A rare Venus-Jupiter conjunction in your sign sets up a wonderfully positive energy circuit this month. You can activate this circuit by staying focused on what you love to do and sharing your creativity with generosity. When you give your unique gift to the world with the desire to make everyone around you better, you open the door to a whole new level of opportunity. Gemini (May 21-June 20)…Stay focused on the fact that the inner world creates the outer world this month. Your family patterns continue to come up to be released and you’re getting amazing intuitive guidance that can show you how to break persistent patterns of selfsabotage. You have a tremendous opportunity to rewrite your story now, but you need to be resolute in working from the inside out. Cancer (June 21-July 22)…You should meet at least one new person this month who gets you and shares your vision of what life could be. This person can help you step into your life’s work but in order to make this connection you need to make yourself available. Choose to spend your social time — whether online or in person — with like-minded people, rather than the same old “friends” who depend on you and drain your energy. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)…You have incredible career mojo this month, as the two good luck planets, Venus and Jupiter, travel hand-in-hand in your house of career and reputation. This isn’t just blind luck, either. The opportunities being presented to you now are clearly a result of the long, hard work you’ve done on your life while no one else was watching or clapping. Expect the best now and remember that you’ve earned it. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)…Yes, this Mars Retrograde has been frustrating, but that’s only because you haven’t been able to see just what it is you’re supposed to be learning. You get that information — and a whole lot more — beginning with the Virgo Full Moon on the 8th. When stepping into your power becomes a process you can follow, not just empty words, you’re on the verge of something great. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)…You continue to do a lot of soul-searching and clearing old patterns, but guess what? It feels good! In fact, it looks as if someone steps up this month to help you do this work in a way that’s powerful but also enjoyable. As you get clearer on who you are, expect your relationships to change. You’ve no more time for people who can’t be real with you.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)…Getting clearer on what you really, really long to create in your life is opening the door for a whole new class of relationship. Can you handle one or more creative, generous people who are willing — and able — to give as much as they get from you? I hope so, because life is waiting for you to say yes. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)…Whether you’re looking for financial backing or an individual with the skills and connections to help you get to the next level, someone wants to help you grow your income and step into your power. Be willing to accept constructive criticism that can help you refine your strategy and make your business more efficient and attractive. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)…Your creativity is blooming this month, and with it comes a new recognition of your own beauty and worth to the world. If you haven’t made the connection yet, all of this positive change is a direct result of the energy and effort you’ve invested into your spiritual practice over the last five years or so. Acknowledging your ability to manifest the life you want opens the door to even more abundance. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)…This is kind of a mystical month for you. The word that comes to mind when I look at the energy around your home and family is blessed. If you’ve been looking to move, you might stumble into the perfect situation. But the deeper level of this month’s energy is the opportunity to connect with your soul in a way that makes you feel at home in your own skin and safe in the world like never before. Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)…Someone has stepped into your life who actually seems grounded and ethical enough to partner with you in creating the life you envision for yourself. Remember that you’ve created this situation with your thoughts and resist the urge to give your power away to this person. Instead, focus on what you want and need from the relationship and communicate that clearly. Co-dependency won’t cut it in 2012! a Listen to “Edge Astrology with D.K. Brainard” at 6 p.m. Central on the first Wednesday of each month, March 7, by calling 1.714.364.4750 or go to BlogTalkRadio.com/edgemagazine. Listen to all archives at Edgemagazine.net/edge-talk-radio. D.K. Brainard, M.A., C.H., is a writer, musician, astrologer and certified hypnotherapist who specializes in helping clients identify where they are on their own Hero’s Journey and take appropriate steps to reconnect with their soul/Higher Self/ creative unconscious. To carry out this work, D.K. uses the tools of astrology, energy work, compassion and hypnotic shared exploration of limiting identity states and desired goal states. Get in-depth weekly horoscopes for each sign of the zodiac, plus monthly video forecasts and weekly astrology podcasts at DK’s website: www. wordsforthepeople.com. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

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Soul Messenger

An interview with Psy-Guy: John Peterson by Tim Miejan Editor’s note: The interview has been edited to fit available space. Read the complete, uncut interview at Edgemagazine.net.

y all stretches of the imagination, John Peterson is not what you expect for a former Navy man who worked in submarines. Yes, he has spent his work life in electronics, technology, communications, factory automation, robotics, motor generators, conveyers and packaging, but he also is a deep thinker who reads Ken Wilber, talks to Jesus and is highly intuitive. When he worked as a technician, he could sleep on a problem and know the solution when he woke up. In his role now in sales and customer service, he’s known as “the troubleshooter,” because he sees the whole picture and tends to speak with feelings. Many holistic types in the Twin Cities know him as Psy-Guy, the moniker he uses for the work he does on the side, as a psychic, healer, palm reader, medical intuitive, certified hypnotherapist, spiritual shaman and…XL medium. He cites Doreen Virtue, Wayne Dyer and Deepak Chopra as people who have inspired him on his path. “It really boils down to: Who do you believe — and does it fit your faith?” he says. “I think the faith part is really the most important thing — defining that for yourself. Mine is really simple: I believe in angels, I believe in miracles, I believe in an everlasting soul and I believe in reincarnation. …Wouldn’t it be a wonderful world if we all believed it was all just about the soul — and nothing else?” John Peterson, a native of St. Paul and graduate of Chisago Lakes High School, calls himself a “soul messenger,” because he is able to listen to the soul and share wisdom to help others navigate their lives. The following conversation with The Edge reveals a man who has much to offer in these changing times.

What was your earliest intuitive experience? John Peterson: I was telepathic with my

mother. At ages 6, 7, 8, I remember that she always knew where I was. It’s that third eye thing. Moms all have that (laughing). In my later teen years, it was following her on her seeking for a spiritual path – going to different churches and different types of gatherings. She was searching for something other than

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religion, and I tagged along. That was my first exposure, but it was nothing definitive. From high school, I went into the service and that’s when things opened up for me. The first time. I was in the Navy on submarines and I just had a gut feeling about things. I also had some trials in which my hands became so sensitive that I couldn’t pick up a wrench or other tools. I couldn’t squeeze anything. My hands were very energized, like all of the chakras were on all of the time. I went to the doctor, the corpsman, and I was sent to the base clinic. They looked at it, didn’t know what it was and gave me some medication. It turned out it was penicillin, and it turned out I was allergic to penicillin and broke out in hives. Even now I will experience that in my hands, when they hurt, but I look at that as, “Oh, they’re really turned on today.” So it was a blessing, a gift. They threw a gift at me but I didn’t know what it was. I wasn’t ready for it at the time. What sparked your intuition for the second time? JP: In ’94, I was in California at an expo

related to the industry I was in at the time. I walked around the corner and there was a psychic from England doing aura picture readings. I was intrigued. I watched and thought, “This is really cool.” She said, “Who’s next?” and I jumped in the chair. She read me and then said, “Wow, you have a huge blue aura with

a magenta corona around it.” It looked like it was glowing. It was a really cool picture. I didn’t think anything of it. I went home and said, “Hey, look at this – isn’t it cool?” About six months later, my hip went out at work. I went to a chiropractor and it turned out she was a healer. She introduced me to meditation, crystal energy and a woman who healed herself from Lupus. She was presenting a free lecture. So I went to the lecture and was totally absorbed. This was a new calling for me. I couldn’t sit down for a week. I took classes and learned how to heal myself. It was that time in my life when I was looking for something else. You know, you don’t like your life, you don’t like your job and you’re just a bitter person, so to speak. I came out of that as a certified ThetaHealer®. That is based on the Chinese 5 Element theory: earth, fire, water, metal and wood. I learned a little about psychic surgery, visualization, past-present-future stuff. I was so interested in energy and read book after book. I turned to Reiki and became a Reiki master. I worked on sensing energy and found when I was scanning someone’s body, I would get pictures of parts of organs. I didn’t know what I was looking at, so I took a nursing class on physiology and anatomy, and then was a medical intuitive. It’s been quite a ride! Since then, I became a certified hypnotherapist. You call yourself a Soul Messenger. Will you elaborate on that? JP: I have studied the soul from the

beginning, since I’ve been on my own personal path. I’ve read all the books about the soul’s transition — when we cross over, what happens to our soul? What we do as people is just a memory for the soul. The soul has had many instances of being in a human form, and each one for the soul looks like a memory. When I connect to someone in front of me, I look at the soul as my connection to that person’s truths. And I listen. The connection that we make takes me to places where the ego wouldn’t go. Things come through that only the soul knows. What led you to consciously decide to use your intuitive gifts professionally?

JP: I walked through the Edge Expo — I think it was the first one — and I was so energized by the energy that I was doing readings in the aisles. I see the aura around people, and I’m encouraged to acknowledge that for people. “Wow, you’ve got a gorgeous aura!” And people like to hear that. I really started out as a medical intuitive, and that led to more exploration about being a healer and psychic. The palm reads have been of great interest during the last four or five years, and I’m always amazed at the information that they carry. They’re so detailed. It’s like an open book of who we are. Your first book — you describe it as a booklet — was Excuse Me, Have You seen your Soul. Why did you write that and what message did you want to leave with your reader? JP: During my early years when I was trying to find my own

course, one of the people who I learned to listened to was Jesus — and how His healing was really what He was here for. He was here to represent a different way of living, and that was through the lessons of the soul. The soul’s lessons are easy: listen with your heart, offer no judgment, walk in compassion and be humble. That’s really what the book is about — with my own trials and errors, as well, and my interpretations of life, what I’ve chosen to be my faith. He said to me, “I came here to show you a different way of living. I did not say that the only way to God is through me. I said, the only way to God is to be like me.” And I thought, “What a perfect message.” There’s no man in that, and there’s no church in that. It’s purely from the soul. And where’s our soul from? From our creator. I have to believe it’s the truth. That’s the message of the book. It’s written with some humor and includes some stories of my experiences with angels, how they appear. Two stories are in the back of the book. Will you share them with us? JP: I was playing with the spirits one day coming back from

Iowa on a work trip, and I said, “I want to see triple license plate numbers beginning with 000 in sequence up through 999.” I’ll be darned if the first car that went past had license plates of 000. So I got goosebumps, right? We’ll talk about gooses in a minute. A couple more cars went by with 111, 222, 333 and so on. I happened to go by County Road 77 and I said, “That doesn’t count. It’s only two digits.” Bang! Next car: three sevens. And then up to 9. And I said, “Whoopee guys, you won the game!” And then the next car was 000 again, and I said, “I’m not playing again! (laughing) You got my attention, I’m a firm believer and thanks for playing!” That was really a gotcha moment. Another was in Northern Minnesota, early morning, going down this two-lane highway, up and down on the hills. I came up over the crown of this hill and down on the left-hand side, down in a swamp where it was a little misty, were a couple of these dark, black things down the road. I thought, “I don’t know what those are, but I just know they are gonna come across in front of me when I get down there.” So I start slowing down and I get closer and see that it’s two geese. And sure enough, they walk across the road and are sitting about in the middle, and I have to come to a complete stop. And I look, and one of them looks down the road in front of me and honks, and the other one looks at me and honks. And they both took off. I look straight up and there’s a 12-point buck fifteen feet in front of my truck that I would’ve hit full bore at 60 miles per hour. So I think those geese were angels in disguise. We see these things, we experience them. I think those are divine intervention, I really do.

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n reality, there is nothing “woo-woo” or strange about intuition. It is a part of who we are as human beings. Some, however, are more sensitive in listening to the still voice within, and we can turn to them to translate our soul path. The following businesses and individuals offer intuitive services in the Upper Midwest…and beyond:

A Center for Enlightenment, Maggie Chula, 110 12th St. S., Hudson, WI 54016, 715.386.7477, maggiechula@gmail.com, www.MaggieChula.com — Maggie is a psychic, spiritual counselor and intuitive energy healer. She works with clients to expand their conscious awareness of the multidimensional aspect of their being. As people work with Maggie, they learn how to heal their body, mind and spirit with their awakened connection to their Higher Self. Heather Allen Workshops & Consultations, heatherallen11@gmail.com, www.heathers. moonfruit.com — Southeast MN professional psychic medium providing genuine consultations on life matters and re-connecting with passed loved ones. Workshops for psychic/spiritual development, grief and loss, dream interpretation, tarot, and much more. Past life regression, psychic tarot, missing person family assistance available. Private, non-profit & corporate events. Come visit the website and find me on Facebook! Barbara Bjorklund, 763.250.4020, barbarabjorklund. com — Resonating with heart energy, Barbara channels spirit, relaying information about relationships, life choices, health, spirituality, unfinished business and more; benefiting the present and the next steps of your spiritual journey, enabling individuals to receive immediate meaning that resonates with the heart, mind, body and soul. Barbara is an Intuitive ~ Teacher ~ Guide. Readings in person or by phone. JoAnn Bruhn, Spirit Messenger Sundance Project, 651.762.1412 office, 651.210.2192 cell, www. sundanceproject.com — Psychic/Medium JoAnn Bruhn offers consultations that are lovingly and respectfully delivered to you for the high purpose of connecting you to your Brilliance. Come and explore the wisdom of your Consciousness and connect with others in Spirit. Janice Carlson, 952.934.1196, dearashlan@aol.com, www.JaniceCarlson.com — Janice brings 17 years of psychic and medium experience to you with specific information and a documented 85-95% accuracy rate. Afterlife communications with deceased loved ones and pets to ease grief, conclude unfinished business, and get answers from Heaven. Phone & in-person sessions by appointment. Free sample reading. “Janice is one of the best mediums I’ve ever encountered.” — Trish MacGregor,

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International Astrologer & author of Sydney Omar Presents Ilga Cimbulis, 612.385.3005, ilga@ilgacimbulis.com, www.ilgacimbulis.com — A skilled intuitive with more than 20 years’ experience, Ilga provides both intuitive readings and long-term mentoring. Ilga’s intuitive readings are practical and insightful. In a session Ilga connects with your physical, emotional, and spiritual nature and addresses your personal questions. Ilga is available for parties and events. The Compass Center for Healing, 116 E. Chestnut, Stillwater, MN 55082, 651.964.3776, www. compasshealing.com — The Compass Center offers a wide range of holistic, traditional and alternative health services including: Naturopathy, Homeopathy, Ayurveda, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, Shiatsu, Hypnotherapy, Reiki, Psychotherapy, Gifted Child Services, Life Coaching, Hatha Yoga, T’ai Chi, Qigong, Lomi Lomi, Sports Massage, Meditation, Mindfulness, Music Therapy, an Art Gallery and transformational workshops. Patrice Connelly, 651.222.8282, patrice@questfields. com, www.questfields.com — In these unpredictable times, developing and learning to trust your intuition is one path through the unknowns of these uncertain times. I have offered Intuitive Development as a structured course for over 30 years. The valuable training offers tools in a safe and grounded setting. Contact me for further information. Dancing Porcupine, Sage Lewis, The Creature Teacher™ 612.817.4473, Sage@DancingPorcupine.com, www. DancingPorcupine.com — Helping pets and people become happier, healthier and better behaved! Whether it’s you and/or your pets who are feisty, aging, lacking balance, fearful or misbehaving, Sage can help. Tellington TTouch®

Training, Animal Communication, Shamanic Healing, Life Coaching, Psychic Readings. 17+ years experience. Phone/ In Person. Group Classes. Living/deceased pets/people. Deborah Lynn11, 651.439.5337, www.deborahlynn11. com — Born with the psychic, spiritual gifts of clairaudience and clairvoyance, numerology, channeling spirit, and reading Akashic Records, Deborah reads the energy taking shape in a person’s life. Her psychic readings include names of people in the past, present and future, from both the earthly and spiritual realms. She offers insight on a variety of topics, including love and relationships, career, finance and others. She is unlike any other psychic medium as she Names names! Betty Ertwine, 30208 Cottage Lane, Millsboro, DE, 19966, 302.260.1293 cell, 302.933.0277 home, www. intuitivehealermedium.com — Using Divine insight, individuals from all walks of life, those deceased and pets, receive clarity and comfort when confused, forlorn or grieving. I seek the cause of discomforts on all levels, leading to understanding and assisting the healing process. Self-awareness, acceptance and owning your self is encouraged. FaLiThi Spiritual & Energy Healing with Natural Psychic Medium/Shaman Healer PaLiChim 5637 Brooklyn Blvd., Suite 100A, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429, 763.742.8690, palichee@gmail.com, www. falithihealing.com — From ancient to modern healing modalities in bringing truth to the forefront and begin living with new eyes…we connect to love, life, and family once more. FaLiThi Spiritual & Energy Healing exists as psychic energies and spiritual rituals to healing with quality. “If there are causes there are remedies.”

COMMUNITY holistic bUSINESS LISTINGS Next month If you offer a Retreat Center or Spa, be listed here for only $50. Contact info + 50-word description of what you offer the community. Order your listing conveniently at Edgemagazine.net. For more info: 763.433.9291 or email cathy@edgemagazine.net. Deadline: March 17. Visit: Community listings online at edgemagazine.net/category/community/

Penny Johnson, 651.793.9660, info@ ravenhawke.net, www.ravenhawke. net — Penny is a psychic medium and energy healer. She has been practicing for 14 years. She does parties, dream interpretation, feng shui and space clearing, ghosts. Kari’s Readings, 715.352.0268, www. karisreadings.com — My readings have been said to be affordable, accurate, reassuring, confirming, enlightening and invaluable. Learn how to transform any negative situation into a positive one. I help people take control of their lives with guidance through the tarot and with pure intuition through many forms, such as clairvoyance, clairaudience and empathy. Available primarily in Twin Cities, MN. Second location in Hayward, WI at the Jack Pine Rock Shop. Cindy Lehman, 612.669.1861, cindy@ cindylehman.com, www.cindylehman. com — Soul Readings/Psychic Development Classes. Cindy offers private, respectful Soul Readings to connect with your soul’s wisdom for guidance, clarity and healing. Her passion is teaching others how to more fully access their own intuitive/ psychic/soul gifts, to illuminate their own sacred paths, and live their lives from their highest selves. Jaci Loos, 651.436.1418, msloos777@comcast.net, www. wavedancebodywork.byregion.net — Akashic Records Consultant, Sound Healer and Teacher. Jaci is dedicated to change, growth and personal integration. Her passion is to empower others to experience their life with greater joy and ease. Carol Lowell, P.O. BOX 2477, Hopkins, MN 55344 — Carol Lowell is a Healer, Psychic, Medium and Past-Life Regression Facilitator. She offers private and group psychic readings, past, present, future, past-life information soul communication, Akashic Records, communication with deceased loved ones, healing and psychic classes and lectures. Paths To Healing, Valerie J. Lower, 239.919.4564, valeriejlower@ gmail.com, www.pathstohealing. net — Valerie J. Lower founded the internationally known Paths To Healing to better keep in touch with her clients. Remote healings are done when Valerie goes into a meditative state and intuitively sends healings (healing wheel, matrix, pain drain) for anything from chronic pain to preparation for chemotherapy or surgery to migraines, etc. Paulette Lucas, Guidance for the Inner Self, 320.203.7928, www. paulettelucas.com, www.myalphay. com/paulettelucas — Clairvoyant, trance medium, empathic, spiritual counselor. 24 years experience working with spirit guides, angels and ascended masters. Paulette works in person and by phone. Intuitive, truthful, gentle insightfulness. Nonjudgmental assistance with moving forward and making decisions, access to those who

have passed, insight into finances, love, business and family issues. Troy and Chanda Parkinson, The Married Mediums, 651.698.3257, www.troyparkinson.com, www. chandaparkinson.com — Looking for intuitive guidance on your soul’s path? Are you wanting to connect with your loved ones in spirit? Troy and Chanda offer private readings, home parties, group events and intuitive & mediumship oneon-one training. Troy is author of “Bridge to the Afterlife” and both have spoken at numerous expos. John Peterson, Psy Guy, 651.334.4060, john@psy-guy.com, www.psy-guy. com — John is Psychic, Intuitive Palm Reader, Medical Intuitive, Reiki Master, Hypnotherapist, and more. John connects with the energy of the Soul. Your Soul speaks your truths. Holistic Physical scans your body for imbalances and physical issues. Great Palm Reader with psychic answers to your questions. Palm lines give you a glimpse of who you are and a possible future. Psychics in the Cities — Debra Battenfeld, Judie Randall, Kayla Wright — 612-.860.9196, www. psychicsinthecities.com — Psychics in the Cities use the Power Of Three to bridge the spiritual and everyday together. By using their individual gifts and unique perspectives, these three psychics working together receive and give you powerful and useable messages from Divine to enlighten your journey.

Kelli Spencer, 320.240.6399, www. kellispencer.com — Kelli is a psychic medium, angelic channel who delivers through a unique style the wisdom of your guides as well as a connection to your loved ones who have crossed over. They speak with you, through her, to help guide you with current life issues and to overcome life’s struggles. Lena Swanson, Psychic Readings and Holistic Healing, P.O. Box 18641, St. Paul, MN 55107, 651.206.0644, lena@lenaswanson.com, www. lenaswanson.com — Lena is a professional psychic, animal communicator, shamanic healer, past life regression facilitator and Reiki master. She is known for her accuracy and wonderful rapport with both people and animals. Her focus is on helping people get the information and healing they need to reach their highest potential. She also teaches a variety of animal communication and shamanic journeying classes. Austyn Wells, Altadena, CA, 818.839.1123, austynwells@gmail. com, austynwells.com, infinitequest. com — Austyn Wells is a Spiritual Medium & Shaman. She is a show host and educational contributor on Psychic Medium John Edward’s site, infinitequest.com. She combines Energy Intuition, Mediumship, and Shamanism with Grief Counseling, Soul Balancing and Sacred Ceremony. Austyn looks forward to working with you and honoring the seeds of your becoming!

Susan Reishus, 952.449.0372, www. SusanReishus.com — Born psychic. Deep level consults change lives. Abilities unlimited: Soul, Medical, Past Lives, Deceased, Clears Issues. “Prefer to know nothing beforehand, and information shared before being asked.” “I give the kind of reading I always wanted to get, but never did.” Featured in “the Gift.” Classes.

Terri Wiebold, RN, HN-BC, CMI, 319.626.2416, www. yourhealinginsights.com — Based in North Liberty, Iowa, Terri accesses from your body, information about the root cause of illness, blocks or diseases, by tracking the energy of the body. All information comes form your body. There are no screens, filters or chakra maps of the information. Terri is a Board Certified Medical Intuitive/ Holistic Nurse.

Satail, Spirit of Love and Light Healing Arts, 11300 Minnetonka Mills Road, Minnetonka, MN 55305 — Satail is an intuitive, Spiritual Life Coach. Her goal is to assist others in healing their lives. She works with Master Soulaire, of Soulful Journey, in Minnetonka. As a medium, her readings may encompass past lives. Satail invites your Master Higher Self to guide her.

Leigh Cohen Wyatt, 763.684.1453, www.leighcohenwyatt.com — Leigh has abundance of experience, and can therefore offer you a Psychic Life Coaching experience that best fits your individual needs or the needs of your group. Focus is on Spiritual, Relationships, Empower Coaching, Divorce, or Healing. Leigh is an expert to help you get the most out of your coaching experience with her.

Rose Ann Schwab, Ph.D., Angelic Inspirations International Inc., Minneapolis MN, 763.535.7982, www.angelicinspirations.com — World famous international top psychic, 50+ years experience, high credibility, established reputation and business since 1962. Tested by government, law enforcement and The White House as 98% accurate. Genuine Psychic with actual visions. Near death experiences connection to angels. Scheduled Appointments only.

ZARA, America’s favorite Psychic Angel Reader, 425.741.9752, zara@ zarasangels.com, zarasangels.com — Are you scared, worried, or confused about what to do? ZARA brings the healing light and love of Angels into your life, answering all questions about love, career, family, relationships. Discover how miracles can happen in your life. Call ZARA today to find out how the Angels can help you. Visit Edgemagazine.net and click on Community to access our archives of past holistic communities featured here. March 2012 edge magazine

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ways to strengthen your intuition for decision making

by Leah Skurdal ntuition, combined with intellect, makes a stronger decision than intellect alone. When you are making an important decision, turn on your intuition to notice something that might inform you at a deeper level than intellectual thought. Our senses are bombarded every day with information overload. If you rely solely on externals to make decisions, you might not be serving your higher needs. Developing a strong intuitive sense of inner guidance will help you more easily navigate changes in your life. People sense intuition in various ways depending on their preferred learning style. You might experience a sudden insight or knowingness, a thought, a feeling in the heart or the gut, or a kinesthetic body reaction as your preferred doorway to intuition. My insights often come as an awareness or a feeling — often in the shower or while washing

the dishes. When I try to think about the awareness, my mind takes over to translate the idea into words. Take note when your intuition fails you so that you can fine tune your intuitive skills. You improve your intuitive abilities through practice and by listening to your internal guidance system. Learning to discern the still, small voice of intuition over the ego’s mind chatter will bring you peace. Some people have a more natural aptitude for sensing their intuition, just like some people have a more natural aptitude for mathematics or for throwing a ball. However, you can develop and strengthen an internal language of intuition through practice and by paying attention to your body, mind and spirit. You can take action steps through your intellect, to create an environment where your intuition can thrive. Use these three body-based steps to strengthen and fine-tune your intuition: • Pay attention to your nutrition — Your body, mind and spirit are your instruments for intuition to pass through. Hone your physical body by upgrading your nutrition. Add high-quality fuel for maximum intuitive performance. To get ready for the day, gently cleanse your liver by drinking a glass of water with fresh-squeezed, organic lemon juice every morning. Opt for eggs and wholegrain toast rather than a pastry and latté for breakfast. Lean toward whole foods over processed foods, the fresher the better. Choose healthy, less-processed snacks like nuts and fruit over chips and chocolate. (Gasp! I am a recovering chocolate addict, and sometimes fall off the wagon.) Even if you occasionally fall off the wagon, remain steady in the direction you are heading — toward more nutrient dense, life-sustaining, whole foods and a healthier, more vibrant body, mind and spirit. • Physically move your body — Physical bodies are electromagnetic fields of energy. Raising the level of energy vibration in one area of your life, such as physical movement or nutrition, will raise the energy vibration in the whole field. So how do you like to move? What

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do you need to have in place to keep you actively moving? Getting a big dog that you need to walk every day might get you moving, but it might also create a bigger commitment than you want. Instead, perhaps commit to movement with a walking buddy, a dance partner or an exercise cohort. Go to what you know or try something new: Yoga, T’ai Chi, Zumba, aerobics, Latin dancing, adult ballet — whatever gets energy flowing through your body. You could simply decide to recommit to your own discipline. I use a set of free weights several times a week and practice what I call Body-Soul Movement. I create a sacred, quiet space that usually includes different types of music. Then, I tune in to my body wisdom and observe how my body wants to move at that time. I give my body permission to inform me about tightness or where I am holding on. Oftentimes, while in Body-Soul Movement, I receive intuitive understandings about the next right decision. • Notice where emotions stay stuck in your body — Your physical and mental bodies sometimes become entangled with emotions that make decisions more challenging. Maintenance of your emotional instrument also will serve your intuitive decision-making capabilities. Notice, for instance, that when you think of a work situation, you get a tightness in your gut. In that situation, your body is informing you about an unprocessed emotion. Many people carry the weight of the world on their shoulders, resulting in tension headaches and increased stress from the pain of tight muscles. Is your neck informing you that someone in your life is a “pain in the neck?” What are your jaws telling you about anger that you need to express? Is constipation caused by being “all knotted up” inside? Try talking to the knot in your gut, the pain in your neck, or the ache in your heart. What is it trying to tell you? Ask the wise part of yourself what you can learn from the pain. Breathe into the knot, the pain or the ache. Then listen. Deeply. Listen with your whole heart. Let go of needing an answer. Let go of your need to be right about

POETRY Haiku

by Kristin Arneson

The Trouble With Evolving by Linda Johansen

Untitled One

The trouble with evolving Is that it changes everything. Each step into freedom tugs at A masterpiece I built for safety — Those pet defenses I never leave home without Lest I feel naked.

Cadmium Yellow Maple, Leafed in Fall splendor Caught My Artist’s Eye.

Walls quiver and shake Too confined, too cramped, too stuffy Is the space that was once my refuge Threatening to leave me homeless.

Untitled Two Watercolor Sky Blue Grays Melt Into Sumac Clouds Evaporate

In the void beside the sea of the unknown I hear a calling to step in and take the ride. Okay, I say, but I’ll wait here on shore ’Til the boat comes by. There is no boat, the Voice replies. Your vessel is made on the journey. Back in the silence at the threshold I cast my gaze upon the waters. Must I go alone? Where are my people? I feel abandoned on the darkest night. Through the tiniest glimmer of light, shadows appear Of soul mates I met in my dreams Waves of love are coming to greet me And that changes everything.

Truth

by Victoria Pendragon The truth burns inside me As though it were lies That’s the thing about abuse It has its own life Your life Is its life But no one sees it Save you And you walk about All normal Until Something random happens

Kristin Arneson is a watercolor artist. She paints word pictures of the fall landscape when brush and paint are unavailable. Contact her at littlepine2003@yahoo.com. Linda Johansen is a life-long seeker of the transformational journey. She is trained in the Enneagram by the Riso-Hudson Institute in New York and is a student of the Diamond Approach. By day, she is the director of programs at a correctional facility in Fargo, ND. Contact her at LindaJo@centreinc.org.

that person who is a pain in the neck. Being right justifies holding on to your pain. What if the other person was right, too, from their perspective? What if, by listening to your body, you came to a sense of awareness about what the pain could teach you? Years ago, I held on to a horrendously painful knot in my right shoulder for many months. Nothing I or my massage therapist did could get rid of that knot. Then finally, one day, during a massage, I opened my heart to my intuitive wisdom and reached the roots of resentment that I had been holding onto for so long. By the next day, the knot had almost disappeared.

A child cries A song plays Someone touches you Just so And the cells of your body cringe Or quail Or cower quietly As you dissolve inside Your hidden truth Exposed But only to you Wondering where does your truth lie When you’ve been told your truth is lies

Victoria Pendragon writes, makes poems and makes art. Her poems were first published when she was 17, and they continue to be now. She is a monthly columnist for NUSA Sun, a featured poet for Sibella poetry, and bi-monthly writer for Sybil magazine. She has self-published three books, the latest of which is SleepMagik. Contact her at victoria@ heavenisinyourheart.com. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

When I am open and listening to its wisdom, my body still informs me. Today, I rub my sore thumb joint and ask what I need to know about this pain. I understand that I am “gripping the steering wheel of life” and that I need to relax and allow life’s good to flow through me. Sigh. Sounds pretty wise. Maybe I could lighten up a little. When you put quality fuel into your body, move to increase your body’s energy flow, and clean out the sludge of old emotions, you are building a strong foundation for strengthening intuition. Trusting your intuition to make decisions may not happen over night. However, with practice and attention to your body, mind, spirit, strengthening

your intuition will help you make decisions in uncertain times. a Leah Skurdal will present a 4-session workshop, “Strengthening Your Intuition,” on Wednesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, from 9:30-11 a.m. at The Wellness Circle in Lino Lakes, MN. Pre-registration is required. The workshop costs $100 and includes a one-hour massage/energy healing session with Leah. Leah Skurdal has been on a journey of inner healing and spiritual transformation for over 30 years. Leah developed her intuitive abilities through various healing modalities, meditation and prayer. In her business, Mastery in the Art of Living, Leah specializes in helping people strengthen body, mind & spirit to live more purposeful, healthier lives. Visit her blog site at www.MasteryinLiving.typepad.com. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

March 2012 edge magazine

IF I COULD DO ANYTHING The featured topic in 2012 relates to your experience…how you felt, what you learned…the ah-ha’s, the magic, the growth and how it changed the course of your life. This month: If I Could Do Anything. Next month: The Joy of Collaboration (submit by March 7)

LIVING A FANTASY OR LIVING MY TRUTH? by Lori Bestler ecently I had a very dear friend tell me that I was living a fantasy. The way he viewed what was realistic and the way I viewed what was possible caused a clash of perceptions and interpretations. “Is it not a gift when the imagination is given permission to soar, in living color, limitless in its desires?” I asked. How sad and tragic it is when people are so stuck in sameness and their limiting beliefs that they cannot see the blessing that awaits them. I imagined that I could set any goal and bring it to life. I had dreams. I wondered, “If I could do anything I wanted, what would it be?” Days passed as I relived that conversation numerous times in my mind, hearing what I felt were offensive words, feeling a bit betrayed and rather wounded for several weeks. Then one day, it was as if a switch flipped in my thinking, and I quickly shifted my emotions from feeling bad to being glad. In truth, I always knew that they broke the mold when I was born, and many of my ways are unique, original, and one of a kind. I certainly am not created to be a follower, but to be an encourager and a guide to awaken others. I am willing to step outside of the box and dare to be different. This gives me the ability to imagine impossibilities as possibilities. I thought, “Well, didn’t people think that Benjamin Franklin was living a fantasy while he worked relentlessly to invent electricity? Didn’t naysayers and doubters say the Wright Brothers were living a fantasy when they believed they could fly? How many people thought Amelia Earhart was living a fantasy believing she would be the first women to fly around the world? Who thought Rosa Parks was crazy to fantasize that blacks would ride

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Tell me about your newest book, Afterlife Reflections: Pieces of Soul. JP: With hypnosis behind me, I began expe-

riencing some new things. One of the things we work on as therapists is fear. I was working with a woman, who’s a friend, talking with her about her greatest fear. And she said, “I have a fear of being alone.” She said she’s continually fearful about her husband leaving, or dying

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the bus in dignity? How many people doubted the daring individuals who fantasized they would fly a man to the moon?” Soon, as my mind wandered off from one person’s limiting perception to numerous others who had a fantasy that came true, I became more confident that my expectancies were founded in some way. I found a fresh inner strength growing within my spirit, encouraging me to hold fast to my fantasies, regardless of what others think. In truth, our country was founded on fantasy. Of course, for dreams to become reality, this requires a plan, a commitment and a focused effort to achieve what we really want, with a yearning that burns deep within the soul. We are the authors of our own best-selling book, or the architects of our own misfortune. And for me to do anything I want is to live a life by my design, not someone else’s system. I want to make each moment a journey, an opportunity to discover those things that take my breath away and nurture a life I’ll never forget, and never regret. I want to manifest what my heart desires and soul requires, so I can be my best self daily — happy, healthy and successful in my own right, living in the most profound reality I can create. Ultimately, I want to live out of the abundance I have, however trivial I may at times think it is, while on my way to so much more. a Lori Bestler, C.H., offers a variety of hypnosis and coaching programs including weight loss, stress reduction, procrastination, focus, goal achievement, life coaching and small business coaching. She also shares with her clients the opportunity to find a better life through technology and science with Neuro stimulation audios. Lori is a motivational speaker on topics such as mind power, wellness and increasing potential. Lori has a private practice in Lino Lakes assisting clients in Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding Twin Cities Metropolitan Areas. For a no-cost consultation, contact her at www. mindscapesunlimited.com. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

and leaving her alone. So we talked about that at length one time, and I said, “There’s something more about this.” What I found out is that there’s a story behind her. …What I was doing was listening to a story of her soul’s first existence as a human. So I kept writing and then sensed that there’s another part of this and I’m just starting to see it. It’s about this young girl who gets exposed to different aspects of intuition. This story is about the journey of a soul’s 

PERFECT LOVE: A QUEST TO BE AS GOD by Jerry Buchmeier f I could do anything, I would see as God sees, and love as God loves. Just saying this out loud, and writing it on this page, I feel the longing for such an openness and loving connection welling up within my breast. But what preposterous thoughts! How could I even begin to recognize what God sees and how God loves? An ocean in a teaspoon? Such presumptuousness! Disregard hope for that freedom, that peace, that joy. God says: “Beloved, I am with you and within you. Your thoughts are My thoughts. Your loves are My loves.” “Thank you,” I say. “But how can I see what You see, when I’m locked into this small mind and body?” “What I see, you also shall see. What I love, you also shall love. We are not so different as you might suppose. Consider even now, through your own eyes, you can see the ripples of love emanating from the smile of an infant, from the movements of a chipmunk, from the majesty of a mountain, the tranquility of a calm lake, the energy of a thunderstorm, and the colors of a sunset.” “And that which I fear and hate,” I ask, “how do You see them?” “I see them as that which brings you to a new stage of perfection. I see them as that which energizes you to live, love, take action and thrive. I see them as what you came to physical life for. To live in unending love and joy, you would have stayed with Me in the spirit world.” I reply, “And my pain? My illnesses? My lethargy, physical and emotional? What of them?” “I see them as your friends, who slow you down, who allow you to let go of your ambition, your need to control, your illusion of total independence — friends who encourage you to find Me in your own depth.” “Then,” I ask, “how do I move from perceiving as You do, to loving as You do?” “To see and to love are not so different as you might suppose either. It follows as the day follows the night. You come into the light, and

awaken to the joy of a new day. As you see only friends surrounding you, your feelings and interactions flow.” “And my internal rebellion, my wounds that, stimulated, move me to anger, impatience, and irritation, depression and sadness, jealousy, unworthiness and despair, what of them?” “I see you in the perfection of this moment, a child in a swirling flow, learning to swim upstream, uncertain of your strength and capability, subject to feeling lost and overwhelmed. As you look upon your own children striving so, do you not love them the more? So look upon yourself with the same eyes.” “But that opposition!” I say. “At work, the boss demands and the co-workers obstruct. At home, the spouse denigrates, and the kids rebel. And for myself, sometimes I just lash out, and sometimes just don’t want to go on. It’s too much.” “Come to Me. Come to Me in nature, the frozen white of the lake, the crisp air, the fresh spring flowers and new grass, the soft breeze of a summer evening, the smell of the fallen leaves on a path. Come to Me. Rejoice in a comfortable bed and a dark, sleeping peace. Find nourishing food for your body, brand new thoughts for your mind, and shared intimacy for your soul. Move smoothly and quickly till your heart pumps, create new ideas by questioning the old, and allow the range of your feelings to stretch till you nearly burst. “I am there, moving within you and around you. Come to Me in the welling of your own soul within you. In the quiet I am there, as you relax and let go. Look for Me in that peace. Ask for Me. Ask again. Find Me in subtle feelings, and I shall become explicit. Find Me where you dare not to look, and I shall become your everyday friend. Find Me in points of light, and I shall become to you a sun. Then shall you clearly shine perfect love upon all that you see.” a Jerry Buchmeier, Ph.D., is a psychotherapist/hypnotherapist and channel practicing in Plymouth, MN. For further information, contact him at 763.546.4133, www.jerrybuchmeier.com, or email jerrybuchmeier@comcast.net. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

essence, going through many lifetimes and experiencing different types of intuition…. I was listening to the soul.

perspective and look at it from a positive light. A positive intention. Intention is what it’s about. a

John, thank you for taking the time to talk with us. Is there anything you’d like to add that we haven’t spoken about? JP: The future is always bright. It might be

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cloudy one day, but the stars and the sun shine above the clouds. It depends upon where you are looking from. Change your

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Your gifts will heal the world by Alan Cohen n a classic scene in The Graduate, young Ben is at his college graduation party when a friend of his parents takes him aside and earnestly whispers, “Plastics.” That industry will be the next rage, the fellow hints, and if Ben is smart he’ll get in on the ground floor. Fast forward to 2012. A young acupuncturist phones my Hay House Radio show, “Get Real,” and confesses her fear that she will not be able to earn enough money to provide for her family, including her little child. I whisper to her, “Transformational Services” and leave a pregnant pause for the message to sink in. I go on to tell the woman that in the years to come we will see increasing change, disorientation and turmoil as many social systems and institutions will likely disintegrate. They will be replaced by new systems rooted in truth, vision and service rather than fear, greed and illusion. As people are pushed out of old comfort zones and lifestyles, they will be hungry for answers, relief and skills to shift into more authentic and rewarding careers, relationships and living situations. At such a time anyone connected to spiritual principles and tools will be in high demand and of great service. If you are a teacher, healer, massage therapist, coach, speaker, minister or counselor offering services to uplift individuals or groups, the universe has a job for you. In the world as we have known it, where many people are clinging to methods and systems based on shallow values and false security, you may not be sought out, acknowledged or paid well for your work. But in the coming epoch in which people need integrity more than hype, they will be happy to pay you to soothe their journey and accelerate their evolution. Until the deeper consciousness is established, faith is required. The old has died away, or is dying, and the new has not yet come to replace it. Imagine you are at a party where you have grown tired, bored or disillusioned with the people and conversations in the room. You step out of the room in search of new friends and peers who match your values and offer stimulating, empowering interactions. In the corridor, you can faintly hear people in another room, but you cannot see them. As you transition between rooms, you may feel alone, insecure or frightened. You might be tempted to turn back — but you couldn’t even if you tried. The genie

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is out of the bottle. So you have to just keep moving ahead, trusting that you are on your way to higher ground. The trail will become wider and you will find your “just right” tribe. Regardless of apparent chaos, a grand design is unfolding. Upheaval is the turning over of the ground in preparation for planting new seeds. The winter may have been harsh and cold, but the spring will soften the soil. The ego resists change, because it has a vested interest in maintaining the status quo, even if the status quo is dysfunctional. Yet, the higher mind or inner spirit recognizes that anything taken away is replaced by something greater. As Rabindranath Tagore noted, “Faith is the bird that feels the light and sings when the dawn is still dark.” To clarify your role in the coming world, ask yourself, “Where does my passion call me? How can I serve others in the highest way possible? What tools can I offer that will bring them greater peace and aliveness? Regardless of what I was told about how the world is supposed to work, what do I know, from inside out, about how life really works?” During this crucial shift, we are taking back the power we have vested in external institutions. The only real authority resides in the wisdom and power within you. As you trust your heart and vision more than dogma and dictates, you will have all the guidance you need and the ability to help others access all the guidance they need. In another classic film, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Ferris phones his friend Cameron to ask him if he wants to skip school and go out and play. When Cameron complains that he’s too sick to get out of bed, Ferris tells Cameron that he just can’t think of anything worth getting up for. If the world or your life seems sick or tired, it may be only because we have accepted a world that doesn’t offer us anything to get up for. But if we recognize that something new and wonderful is calling to us, we will find the energy and means to create what we would choose rather than what has been cast upon us. Transformational services. Tools to awaken. Deeper connection and expanded aliveness. The New Plastics. Get in on the ground floor. a Alan Cohen is the author of many popular inspirational books, including the just-released Enough Already: The Power of Radical Contentment. To receive free daily inspirational quotes via email, visit www.alancohen.com, email info@alancohen.com, or phone 1.808.572.0001. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

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A Holistic Profile Name: Lori Bestler Title: Strategic Mind Coach and Motivational Speaker Location: The Wellness Circle, 7094 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes MN 55014 Phone: 651.260.4540 Email: Lori@mindscapesunlimited.com Website: Mindscapesunlimited.com Describe what you do: I offer a dynamic formula that helps people break through barriers, remove limiting beliefs and deal with habits and behaviors that hold them back from realizing unlimited success and well-being. Frequent problems I help with are: stress and overwhelm, sleep problems, lack of focus and followthrough, procrastination, negative self-talk, low self-confidence and limiting beliefs of all kinds. My Strategic Mind Coaching Program integrates a wide range of philosophies and sciences with aim of helping clients with personal and professional development, emotional healing, behavior change, stress reduction and much more. Many of my clients want more out of life. They crave new knowledge. They’re creative, intuitive or innovative; most are entrepreneurs and ambitious professionals. As a result of my work, I have helped thousands of individuals increase business success, inner well-being and gain control of their lives. What motivates you to do what you do? I want to help those who are stuck where I once was. I label everyone as a miracle, a worthwhile person with a special purpose and ability. I’m not a clinical therapist or a doctor and I do not diagnosis or write prescriptions for medical illnesses. I am a Strategic Mind Coach, and my life experiences and education have affirmed that most people struggle because of “how” they are thinking, their state of self-care for nurturing good health, and experiencing too much stress. As a person who once struggled tremendously, I have gained much experiential knowledge. As a young adult, I struggled with

 Cancer continued from page 12 The voice spoke, I am a healer. Now my conscious mind is saying, “So?!” The vibration of I am a healer welled up and washed over my conscious mind. No lumpectomy, no radiation, no mastectomy, no chemo. My path is the one less traveled. How can I truly be an intuitive healer working alongside the Divine and not embrace the same healing myself? How will I reclaim my body from this pea-size infraction that stealthily took form in my left breast, this tiny tumor poised to wreak havoc

anorexia and bulimia. At the age of 36, I became a dislocated worker in corporate America. I was diagnosed with ADHD. I was a divorced, single parent. And if that wasn’t enough, one night I had a dream and imagined I was dying of breast cancer. Two weeks after my dream, I found a lump in my breast and I was having a biopsy. I fell to my knees and wondered, “Is my body a messenger and trying to tell me something?” or “Is my stinkin’ thinkin’ causing me to become ill?” We have a choice. We can either travel in the dark, doing what we’ve always done, getting the same results. Or we can be courageous and step out of our comfort zone and into the light, taking responsibility for our life. What is new with you in terms of expansion? I’ve moved into a much larger office space and I’m really excited about how attendees with learn, support and energize each other to realize their goals and dreams as a group. I am also promoting two powerful programs: • A group weight loss program, offering 30 minutes of education by different presenters and a 45-minute hypnosis session, takes place from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday evenings at the Wellness Circle. • A Manifest Abundance program, which once was a six-hour program, is now a two-hour program for one-third of the cost. My goal is to help individuals be abundant in all areas of their lives. The next Manifest Success program will be at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 21 (go to the website under Upcoming Events for details). I am writing a book about how thoughts become the enemy and will teach readers how to move out of the abyss in your mind for achieving greater success and well-being. At my website, I provide detailed information about myself, products and services and how I can help you better your life. I encourage you to join my email list and get a free “Be Energized” audio. a

on my life and everything in it? Healer. Heal thyself! And so it is. Like Christopher Columbus, I do believe there is land out there, I will find it, and I will walk upon its fertile soil. I must stay present for this journey; no auto-pilot will do! This is the first of a series of articles about freeing myself from these cleverly cancerous cells. a Cheryl Hiltibran, is a life coach, natural intuit and healer who assists others in being fully integrated and aligned. Clients claim they are more true to themselves after working with her. Check out her blog at beinggenius.com. She can be reached at cheryl@goinggenius. com or 952.486.1298. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

A Gluten-free, Dairy-free Whole Food Recipe

Bean Salad by Maggie Christopher

his dish is absolutely delicious as a side dish or as a salsa to scoop up with corn chips. I think you’ll enjoy the tangy sweetness of this proteinpacked, easy-to-make dish. Ingredients: Several celery stalks, diced 1 onion, diced 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen sweet corn, cooked Sea salt to taste 1/2 cup unrefined olive oil 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 1/8 cup agave nectar Directions: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl except for the olive oil, apple cider vinegar and agave nectar.

Combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar and agave nectar in a sauce pan and heat. Taste and adjust ingredients to your liking. Remove immediately when it first starts to boil. Allow this sauce to cool thoroughly and gently toss over the beans and veggies mixture. Serve at room temperature. a Maggie Christopher, CHNC, is a certified holistic nutrition counselor in St. Paul. She specializes in digestive issues, sugar cravings and weight loss. She teaches people how to eat whole, natural foods in a way that is delicious and satisfying. Call 651.231.1360 for a 60-minute, complimentary consultation to learn more or visit www.maggiechristopher.com. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved.

‘A Cabaret of Consciousness’ coming to St. Paul “A Cabaret of Consciousness,” a one-woman musical starring Gina Citoli, brings us Mama Earth as you’ve never seen her before. She is coming to rock The Cabaret at Camp Bar in downtown St. Paul – and Mama has a plan. However, to put her plan into action she must first encourage humanity to wake up to their true power and potential – then anything is possible! With song, story, humor and candid conversation, Mother Earth ignites imagination, arouses the mind and inspires the heart with a wealth of extraordinary concepts to navigate the times in which we live. The musical features two songs produced by Grammy winning producer Barry Goldstein. The event will be from 7:30-9 p.m. Thursday, March 22, at The Cabaret at Camp Bar, 490 N. Robert St., St. Paul [651.292.1844]. Citoli, who resides in Prescott, WI, has performed with rave reviews and standing ovations from Vienna, Austria, New York’s Battery Park, the Beverly Hillshire Screening Facility in Beverly Hills and across the United States. For more information: www.ACabaretofConsciousness.com. a March 2012 edge magazine

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March 10 – 2012 and the Wisdom of Atlantis: An evening conversation with Cieladora. Spiritualist Church, 1500 1st Ave. NE, Rochester MN, www.atlantianrecords.com

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…provide date, title and text. $29: up to 35 words. $45: 36-70 words each month. Listings over 70 words will be edited. Deadline is the 15th of each month. Listings must include specific event dates. Major credit cards accepted. Order online at Edgemagazine.net. Call 763.433.9291 or e-mail cathy@edgemagazine.net. March 1, 8, 15, 22, 24 & 29 – Celebrating the Goddess: During March, Bee Merry is celebrating the Goddess. Every Thorzday is dedicated to the Divine Feminine and Saturday the 24th is our Moon Lodge, honoring the sisterhood of the womb. Visit www.BeeMerry.org March 2-4 – Spring Forest Qigong, Level 1 and 2 Training Weekend: With Master Chunyi Lin, 8:30am4:30pm Friday, 8:30am-5pm Saturday, 8:30am-12:30pm Sunday. $195 for Friday and $245 for Saturday and Sunday, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 2-30 – Group Weight Loss Hypnosis & Coaching: Get Ready for Spring with Weekly Group Weight Loss Hypnosis & Coaching, Fridays 6pm, $20 per week. 4820 Minnetonka Blvd., Suite 104, St. Louis Park. Info: www. earthwaterwellness.com, marie@earthwaterwellness.com, 612.508.9608. March 3-4 – Sound Healing Mastery Certificate: Classes 3 and 4 with Kay Grace. Class 3: Voice I – Your Soul Signature. Class 4: Voice II – As a Healing Tool. 9am4pm Saturday, and 9am-3pm Sunday, $145 each class. Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 4, 18, 25, April 1 – All Faiths Meditation & Worship Service: Sunday Meditation Worship Service for persons of all faiths – or none – who desire inner nourishment through a meditation-based spiritual service. 10:3011:30am, Om Collective, 3350 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis. Suggested donation: $5 to $20. No prior experience with meditation necessary - just an open mind and heart. More @www.theomcollective.com March 5 – Day of Reflection: Theme for the month: The Commitment – Ritual, input, quiet time/reflection and discussion. Select two healing modalities: contemplative healing touch, acupuncture, reflexology, or spiritual direction. 9am-4pm with Delmarie Gibney, D.Min., $60 (includes lunch). WomanWell, A Place for Spirituality and Healing, 1784 Lacrosse Ave., St. Paul, 651.739.7953 or www. womanwell.org March 5 – Massage for 2: With Jeff Ansel, 6-9pm, $25 per person, must have 2 to sign up, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To regis-

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Bookmark the Happenings Calendar online. Need a webpage for your event? Buy an extended listing with photos & more at Edgemagazine.net or call 763.433.9291. ter 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 5 – Spiritual Dance with Satail: Rise! Move! Create! Find a mind-body-spirit connection through stretching, flexing and rhythmic movement to music. Feel energized, leave winter lethargy behind for springtime aliveness! Tuesdays 7-8pm through April 24 (no class March 20), $15 per class ($12 on your first class), nine weeks $90, Mats available for purchase, or, bring your own. Dress comfortably. Soulful Journey Center, 11300 Minnetonka Mills Rd., Minnetonka. Info: 612.703.9154, satail99@gmail.com March 7 – Guided Imagery for Love, Health and Prosperity: With Cyndi Dale, 6-8pm, $59, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 7-28 – Past Lives, Dreams and Soul Travel: Is it time to remember why you came to earth? Free fourweek class. Come any or all Wednesdays, March 7-28, 7-8:30pm, Eckankar. TempleofECK.org, 952.380.2200, 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen. Pre-register, free book! March 10 – STARS Metaphysical Faire and Booksale: What does 2012 mean for you? 10:30am-4pm, Friends Meeting House, 1725 Grand Ave., St. Paul. Tarot readers, astrologers, healers, metaphysical books. Free Lectures, Free Admission, www.MNStars.com, 651.698.1691.

March 11 – 2012 and the Wisdom of Atlantis: Afternoon Workshop with Cieladora. Minneapolis Theosophical Society, 900 Mount Curve Ave., Minneapolis, www. atlantianrecords.com March 12 - Edge Networking Event: Explore holistic diversity in the Twin Cities community and network through conscious wholeness. Featured topic: Classical Homeopathy with Desiree Brazelton, 7 to 9pm. This months location: Spark Clinic, 4748 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55407. For directions/parking to Spark Clinic, visit SparkClinic.org or call 612.232.6453. Free to the public. March 12, 19, 26 – Self Mastery: 3-part series with Hanakia Zedek. March 12: Unleashing the Warrior in You; March 19: Expanding Awareness & Sensitivities; March 26: Developing Your Natural Abilities. 6-9pm, $129 series, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 12, 19, 26 – Certificate in Aromatherapy Level 2: With Jodi Baglien, 6-9pm, $139, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 13 – Introduction to Intuition: With Doreen Johnson, 6-9pm, $49, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 17 – Living the Sacred Through Mystical Practices: With Cindy Libman, 9am-Noon, $59, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale. augusoft.net March 17 – Reiki Energy Therapy Level 1: With Lucille Crow, 8am-4pm, $150, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 17-18 – Natural Healing & Psychic Expo: Best Western Conference Center, 1111 Range Street - Hwy 169, North Mankato, MN, Expo Tickets at the door: $3 for 1-Day Pass; $5 for Weekend Pass. Workshops & Speakers are extra & not included in expo ticket price. Show Hours: 10am-6pm Saturday, 10am-4pm Sunday. March 18 – Let Go and Let God: Chant HU! Chanting this once-secret name for God, HU, has helped people throughout time find inner peace and divine love. Maybe it will help you. All are welcome! Free! Sunday, March 18 and every third Sunday of the month, 10-10:30am, Temple of ECK. Eckankar. www.TempleofECK.org, 952.380.2200, 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen

WORDS OF WISDOM by Nadine Penny

Jump into Action! Like the March Hare, make that leap this month and jump into action. Get those closets cleaned, those clothes sorted, the cupboards cleared. Jettison the junk; recycle what you don’t want or don’t need and visit Goodwill, give to the Veterans or consign! Stuff that sits carries stagnant energy — so shift it. And as you refresh your outer world, you’ll re-zest your inner world too, leaving you looking a lot like that other animal of March — the lamb — young, energetic and full of the joys of spring. Veterans donation & pick-up: www.scheduleapickup.com Goodwill: http://locator.goodwill.org Nadine Penny lives in Minnetonka where she works as a medium, life issues reader and Reiki master. Contact her at nadine.penny@gmail.com. Copyright © 2012. All Rights Reserved. March 18 - Dances of Universal Peace: An interfaith gathering, blending sacred phrases, chant, music and movement into a living experience of Unity. A special beginner introductory night. No experience necessary, free will donation. 7pm Sunday, Friends Meeting House, 1725 Grand Ave., St. Paul, www.PeaceDanceMN.com, 651.307.3849.

March 23 & 24 – Feng Shui: Achieve Tranquility in the Midst of Chaos: Lyndall Johnson, LP, & Barbara Bobrowitz, M.Ed., Feng Shui practices to unclutter & order your life, opening to creativity and more expanded states of consciousness. 12 CEUs. Aslan Institute, Eagan, 8am4:30pm. Register: www.aslanist.com or www.energeticalignments.com

March 19 – “5 Secrets to Authentically Make Money with Meaning”: Free Call – Are you a heart-centered entrepreneur who transforms people’s lives with your gift? Do you struggle with getting more clients, being overwhelmed, selling your services, and not having enough money or fun? To join us, visit www.ShortcutToSuccess. com to register. Kim Eisen, Success Coach, Master of EFT 612.802.4325.

March 23-25 – Wisconsin Spiritual Exploration Retreat: Prayer, past-life regression, interdimensional contact, life purpose, walks in nature, discussion. Cathy interviews Jerry: www.blogtalkradio.com/ edgemagazine/2011/06/22/edgehappenings-with-cathy-jacobsen-6222011, minutes 44-60. $75 suggested donation. Meals & Lodging included. Info: email jerrybuchmeier@comcast.net, 763.546.4133, www.jerrybuchmeier.com

March 20 – Introduction to Ayurvedic Medicine: With Tricia Sletten, 6-9pm, $49, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale. augusoft.net March 21 – It’s the Homeopathy for Medical Professionals: With Instructor Cilla Whatcott, 6-8pm, $49, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft. net March 22 – Interactive Tapping: With Cathryn Taylor, 6-9pm, $59, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft. net March 23 – Journey of the Universe: Join us for soup and bread, followed by a snippet of the educational series, “Journey of the Universe,” by Swimme and Tucker, then discussion. 6:30-9pm with Delmarie Gibney, FSPA, $15 per person per session or $25 for 2 (includes soup and bread). WomanWell, A Place for Spirituality and Healing, 1784 Lacrosse Ave., St. Paul, 651.739.7953 or www.womanwell.org

March 24 – Special Event: From House to Home: With Carole Hyder, 8:30am12:30pm, $49 before March 16, $59 after March 16, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft.net March 24 – Day Retreat: Meditation, Mindfulness and Mysticism: Everyone is a potential mystic. Meditation and mindfulness are practices that help us develop this vision of life. One-day retreat on these practices, expounding on its theory and practice. 9am-3pm with Corrina Thomas, FSPA, $60 per person (includes lunch). WomanWell, A Place for Spirituality and Healing, 1784 Lacrosse Ave., St. Paul, 651.739.7953 or www.womanwell.org March 24 – Introduction to Animal Communication: Class covers the basic principles of telepathic communication. Class includes: skill-building exercises, sending/receiving telepathic images, listening/hearing what your animals have to say, practice using photos of your animals. Saturday, March 24, 10am5pm, Helping Paws, Hopkins. $75. Ilga Cimbulis, 612.385.3005, ilga@ilgacimbulis.com, www.ilgacimbulis.com

March 24 – Rosicrucian Open Meeting: “The Life of Paracelsus,” 11am-1pm, Essene Chapter AMORC, 4718 42nd Ave. N., Robbinsdale. Free lecture & discussion, entrance in back of building. Info: www. rosicrucian.org March 27 – Introduction to Nutrition: With Paul Ratte, 6-9pm, $49, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft. net March 29 – Superconscious Energy Activation – Law of Attraction on Steroids: With Michael Kiefer, 6-9pm, $49, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale. augusoft.net March 30 – CD Release Party: Michelle Glaser Music presents “Chakra Mirror Math Meditations” by Snow Angel release party. Live music and guided visualizations for healing auric wounds. A collaboration to serve humanity by invoking the power of sound to open the heart chakra and the 8th chakra, our soulmate’s heart chakra. Bonus: the profoundly transformational Lightworkers Meditation, which connects an entire soul group via humanity’s collective heart chakra. Friday, March 30, 6-8pm at Lake Harriet Spiritual Community. www.chakramirrormath.com or visit www. michelleglasermusic.com March 31 – Dressing with Intention: A Fashion Feng Shui Guide to Energize Your Wardrobe, Closet and You! With Hinda Abrahamson, 9am-Noon, $59, Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave. S., Bloomington, MN. To register 952.358.8343. Visit normandale.augusoft. net March 31-April 1 – Kundalini Awakening Seminar: Join Master Chrism at the Spirit in the Desert, 7415 E. Elbow Bend Road, Carefree, AZ, www.spiritinthedesert.org. Instructions and Shaktipat will be given. Take the next step in your Total Evolution. For more info, call 602.369.0891, email iamwaitingmoon@yahoo.com or visit www. KundaliniAwakeningSeminars.com April 2 – Day of Reflection: Theme for the month: The Purification – “It is the letting go.” Ritual, input, quiet time/reflection and discussion. Select two healing modalities: contemplative healing touch, acupuncture, reflexology, or spiritual direction. 9am-4pm with Delmarie Gibney, D.Min., $60 (includes lunch). WomanWell, A Place for Spirituality and Healing, 1784 Lacrosse Ave., St. Paul, 651.739.7953 or www.womanwell.org April 11 – What Is Spiritual Dreaming? Learn how to understand the sacred messages in your dreams for help in daily life and for spiritual growth. Free! Wednesday, April 11, 7-8:30pm, Eckankar. Info: www. TempleofECK.org, 952.380.2200, 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen. Pre-register, free booklet!

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EVENT LISTINGS  Events continued from page 25 April 17 – Transmission of Light with Chrstine Day: This is your personal invitation from Christine Day to attend a transmission of light evening that opens your heart further to your Divine Self and your unlimited possibilities. $20, 7pm, Unity Church-Unitarian, Portland Avenue at Grotto Street N., St. Paul. Info: Amanae_fob_heartland@yahoo.com, 651.779.0852. For more information, visit www.frequenciesofbrilliance.com April 18 – How to Awaken Past-Life Memories: Awaken past-life memories through spiritual exercises, dreams and Soul Travel. Understand and resolve karmic relationships for more love today. Free workshop, April 18, 7-8:30pm, Eckankar. TempleofECK.org, 952.380.2200, 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen. Preregister, free booklet! April 21 – Moonlight & Magic Expo: Come join us and be among the Enchanted Forest featuring Fairies and Fantasy. Interactive classes every hour. Great products and unique vendors. Applications for vendors are now being accepted. Event: 9am-5pm, Cambria Suites, 9655 Grove Circle N., Maple Grove, MN. Contact Leigh, 763.684.1453, leighcohenwyatt@yahoo.com, www.enlightenedguidance.com

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basics, protection, grounding, mediumship, spirits, ghosts, meet your guides and much more. Psychic phenomenon is one of excitement, wonder and fear of the unknown. Whether you are skeptical or believe, this course will enlighten you. Saturday 9-5pm. $150/$125 prepaid. For details, please visit our site at www.psychicsinthecities.com or call 612.860.9196. Ongoing - Reiki Training and / or Reiki Healing Sessions: Available any weekend through Rachel Miejan, Reiki by Miejan. Contact Rachel at 651.735.2863 or email rachel.miejan@gmail.com

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Acupuncture: House Call service for the Twin Cities and beyond. Acupuncture, Chinese Herbs, Cupping, Tui Na and Qi Gong. Specializing in Sports Injury, Fibromyalgia, Anxiety, Depression, Menopausal Symptoms and Allergies. Anthony VanWagner, L.Ac, MaOM, 651.334.3266 Animal Communication: Ilga Cimbulis: Readings, Classes, Parties, Events. 612.385.3005, ilga@ilgacimbulis.com, www.ilgacimbulis.com Animal Communication & Meditation: Universal Spirit. The Connecting Link. Phone Readings. Animal Intuitive. Energy Reader. Healer/Channeler. Meditation Master. Shamanic Practitioner. Alchemist. Sensitive. Faye Nemec 218.780.0257, fayenemic@yahoo.com Aromatherapy, Australian Essential Oils, Bioactive Plant Fractions, H2EO® AirCare Diffusers, Inhalers, Classes & Workshops: H2EO® Ultrasonic Diffusers help people benefit from and enjoy essential oils safely, efficiently, completely and economically (see short video: www.plantextractsinc.com/ video.php). Plant Extracts International Inc., 10921 Excelsior Blvd., STE 111, Hopkins MN 55343, 952.935.9903, info@plantextractsinc.com ASTROLOGY: Accurate, insightful soul readings. The best weekly horoscopes. D.K. Brainard 646.247.8508, doctord@wordsforthepeople.com, www.wordsforthepeople.com AURA PHOTOS: Available by Appointment. Helping You Heal Center. Schedule a private healing Session Today. Annette Bruchu 651.247.9719, helpingyouheal@msn.com, www.UnemployedAngelForHigher.com BODYWORK AND BREATHWORK: Gently transform limiting patterns at their core. Restore well-being of Body, Mind, and Spirit. Experience your life’s flow/fulfillment. Lee Timm Beaty, Light Heart Unlimited, 612.721.7108, leebeaty@visi.com BREATHWORK / REBIRTHING / REIKI: Enhance Your Life With Every Breath, Reiter Fitness & Healing, LLC, Deanna Reiter 651.238.7248, deanna@dayawati.com, www.dayawati.com BREATHWORK / SOUL INTEGRATION: Heal the body, clear old emotions & deepen your connection with Spirit. “Change your Breath & Change your Life.” Soul Breathing™ workshops and group sessions, ongoing. Private breath sessions by appointment. Terri Peterson SBF, TBF, RPh, 651.442.4623, theconnectingspirit@gmail.com, www.theconnectingspirit.com CAREER COUNSELING: Clarifying Conversations – guided by your own heart, inspired by your own knowing. Laurie Mattila, M.S.Ed., Career Counselor 651.644.7766, LaurieMattila@aol.com, www.LaurieMattila.com Chiropractic: Affordable Monthly Memberships. Unlimited Visits. Free Consultations. Dr. Vernon Kuznia locates and corrects misalignments of the spine called subluxations to allow the innate intelligence of the body to better express itself. Mind & Body Chiropractic Life Center (at the corner of Cty Rd D and Old Hwy 8 behind Super America), Roseville, MN, 651.600.3521, www.mindbodychiropractic.com

Clairvoyant Psychic: Dr. Rose Ann Schwab, Ph.D., Angelic Inspirations International Inc., Minneapolis MN, 763.535.7982, www.angelicinspirations.com – World famous international top psychic, 50+ years experience, high credibility, established reputation and business since 1962. Tested by government, law enforcement and The White House as 98% accurate. Genuine Psychic with actual visions. Near death experiences connection to angels. Scheduled Appointments only. CLASSICAL HOMEOPATHY: Skilled, experienced, compassionate, effective homeopathy for your ailments. Marybeth Buchele, HMC, Health Naturally Homeopathy, 952.933.6068, healthnaturally9@aol.com, www.healthnaturally.biz COACHING / COUNSELING: Transpersonal Psychology, Flower Essences, Energy Healing, Judy Steele, M.T.P. 612.590.3193, judy.steele@earthlink.net, www.schoolforliving.org COLON HYDROTHERAPY: Cranio-Sacral, Raindrop Therapy, Healing Insights Therapy Center, Bloomington 952.886.4325, Woodbury 651.222.4325, www.healinginsights.net Color Light Healing, Kirlian Energy Emission Analysis, BodyTalk Access™ & others: Psinergy Natural Health & Holistic Wellness offers a wide range of natural wellness tools to help open and realign the communication of the Body/Matter • Mind/Information • Spirit/Energy. Better Communication = Sustainable Healing. 612.217.HEAL (4325), http://heal.psinergy.info Computer Services & Repair: We work on both Macs & PCs. Guaranteed work and reasonable rates from techs you can trust! Available 10am to Midnight, 7 days/week. Psinergy TechWarrior, St. Paul, 612.234.7237, http://tech.psinergy.info. Affordable & Local! CRYSTALS, STONES, STONE ENERGY: Ki Stones features mineral specimens, crystals, tumbled stones (over 150 types), carved stone items (wands, spheres, animals, candles), decorator pieces, jewelry. Information on energy properties provided with all stones sold. Sheryl and Dale Fisher, Maple Grove, 763.420.9017, kistones@comcast.net, www.kistones. com EFT: Guaranteed Fast & Easy relief. Change your life NOW. Dr. Kim Eisen, Experienced and Intuitive, Master of EFT, 612.802.HEAL (4325), kim@DoEFT.com, www.DoEFT.com ENERGY WORK & UNWINDING: CranioSacral Myofascial, Healing Touch, Reiki, Matrix, Quantum. Intuitive classes and house parties. Chakra readings. Jody Tschida, HTCP, RMT, Medical Intuitive, 651.808.0111, jodytschida@msn.com, www.UnwindMeNow.com EPFX / SCIO QUANTUM BIOFEEDBACK: This high-tech health device tests the body’s energy field revealing anything negatively affecting your health. Detects and corrects weaknesses or abnormalities in organs, toxins, allergies, risks of disease, emotional issues,nutrition, aging & stress reduction and much more! Distance session conveniently done over the phone. Susan Opsahl, C.T., 320.492.2132, spiritwithinu@gmx.com EXPOS: Hosting expos of 12-20 exhibitors in small business locations throughout the Metro. Organizing, enlisting exhibitors, print, email and online marketing, outdoor signage, and catering! All for free! Metro Mini Expos 612.708.7233, www.MetroMiniExpos.com FENG SHUI CONSULTATION: Consultations, one-on-one professional mentoring, and workshops, Barbara Bobrowitz, Energetic Alignments, 763.571.9437, www.energeticalignments.com

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NETWORKING FLOWER ESSENCES: Numerous Flower Essences for spiritual and emotional healing. Books, Practitioners Available. Bob Gallagher, Martin Bulgerin, Present Moment Herbs & Books, 3546 Grand Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612.824.3157, 1.800.378.3245, herbshop@presentmoment.com, www.presentmoment.com

HYPNOTHERAPY: Need relief from anxiety, depression, phobias or PTSD? Ready to gain insight into your soul’s purpose through Past Life or Life-Between-Lives regression? 10 Years Experience. Eric Christopher, MSMFT, CHT, St. Paul, 651.649.1952, www.ericjchristopher.com

HEALING & SPIRITUAL GROWTH: Magnified Healing® heals on all levels—physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Easy to learn and to use, it allows us to clear our karma, activates all 12 strands of DNA, and transforms us into our Light Bodies. Sheryl and Dale Fisher 763.420.9017, dashf@comcast.net

Hypnotherapy: Past Life Regression Therapy, Dolores Cannon Method. Brainerd Lakes Area, Vicki Hanson 218.232.0586, vicki@newawarenessproject.com, www.newawarenessproject.com

HEALING THERAPIES: Experience personal and professional development coaching a whole new way with The Release Coaching Method. Grif Sadow, CPCC, PCC–Regional Coordinator and first certified coach in the U.S.–uses this innovative, efficient, effective and measurable coaching tool along with traditional coaching techniques, allowing you to let go of whatever is standing in your way. Grif@growintomore.com, 763.458.1672, www.growintomore.com HERBS: 600+ herbs, tinctures, capsules & oils, books, Natural healing practitioners available. Bob Gallagher, Andrew Lucking, N.D., Duane Givens, Present Moment Herbs & Books, 3546 Grand Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612.824.3157, 1.800.378.3245, herbshop@presentmoment.com, www.presentmoment.com HOLISTIC CENTER: Bee Merry Holistic Center encourages making life an adventure. We play in the fields of the metaphysical every Thorzday, jam on the drum every 3rd Friday and celebrate the Goddess with a Moon Lodge. www.BeeMerry.org HOLISTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY: Counseling, Stress Management, Hypnosis, Sheryl Fisher, MSW, LICSW, 763.420.9782 HOMEOPATHY: 2000 Homeopathic Remedies, Individual Potencies, Books, Practitioners Available. Bob Gallagher, Andrew Lucking ND, Martin Bulgerin, Present Moment Herbs & Books, 3546 Grand Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612.824.3157, 1.800.378.3245, herbshop@presentmoment.com, www.presentmoment.com HOMEOPATHY: Skilled, experienced, compassionate, effective homeopathy for your ailments. Marybeth Buchele, HMC, 952.933.6068, info@natural-wellness.us, www.natural-wellness.us, www.natural-wellnessblog.com, New office in Minnetonka. HYPNOSIS & TRAINING: Past Life, Life-Between-Lives Regression, Madonna Kettler, Ph.D., L.B.L., Center for Inner Peace, 612.709.5578, Madonna@madonnakettler.com HYPNOSIS, FLOWER ESSENCES & NUTRITION: Counseling & Classes to Eliminate Addictions, Fears, Habits, Pain & Stress, Amy Zilka, M.A., M.F.T., CH. 952.938.9085, www.hypnoessence.com, amy@hypnoessence.com Hypnotherapy: Build your own skills for relationships across the veil, interactive prayer, an inner source of joy, and do-it-yourself therapy. Get help with smoking cessation, past-lives, between lives, and healing trauma, sexual abuse and other issues. Jerry Buchmeier, Ph.D., psychotherapist, channel for Mother Mary. 763.546.4133, jerrybuchmeier@comcast.net, www.jerrybuchmeier.com

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HYPNOTHERAPY & CONSCIOUSNESS COACHING™: Change your mind. Change your life. Five Phase Advanced Transformational Hypnotherapy.™ Transform limiting beliefs, fears, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, weight loss, smoking, habits. Mind-Body-Spirit stress reduction, breath work, self-hypnosis, meditation. Judith Froemming, BA, CH, CTC, HNLP, Infinite Mind Hypnosis and Coaching, 651.216.0085, www.infinitemindhypnosis.com INNER CHILD WORK & EFT: Author of the best-selling Inner Child Workbook & EFT (Tapping) Practitioner, Cathryn Taylor 612.710.7720, www.JoinCathrynTaylor.com Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) & Reiki: Would you like to release guilt, distrust, shame, threat, should’s, heartache, betrayal, anger, resentment, stress, powerlessness and fear, without reliving or bringing up repressed memories? If so, try IET. If you want stress relief, to feel balanced and at peace, give Reiki a try. Aurea’s R & R Sessions, LLC, Aurea Patterson, 612.839.1755, aurea@aureasrandrsessions.com, www.aureasrandrsessions.com. Appointments available Monday-Saturday. INTUITIVE CLASSES & READINGS: Eye of Horus Metaphysical 612.872.1292. Intutive Tarot, Psychic & Palm readers available for in-store private readings or events. Classes in Psychic Development, Tarot & Runes. Schedule online at www.EyeofHorus.biz INTUITIVE READER/PSYCHIC: Carol McCormick shares helpful insights to assist you in finding clarity and answers to the pending questions in your life so that you can take meaningful action. Together you will create sacred space to nurture the garden of your soul and find your own inner truth for direction. Readings by phone, in-person, and at events. 763.546.4133, carol.mccormick@comcast.net, www.carolmccormick.net Kundalini Awakening Systems1: Kundalini is a powerful force within all humans. KAS1 offers protocols that will help one activate or balance the energy if already activated. Join our community and open to your Divine within. Contact: ekundalini@gmail.com, 239.246.5608. NUTRITION: Do you have a gluten or dairy allergy? I teach women how to eat gluten-free, dairy-free whole foods prepared in a way that tastes delicious. Group & individual programs available. Complimentary, 60-minute consultation. Maggie Christopher, Certified Holistic Nutrition Counselor, St. Paul, 651.231.1360, www.maggiechristopher.com Professional psychic, Medium & ANIMAL INTUITIVE: Alison James - Readings by phone and in-person. In-home Galleries, Playshops & workshops. Online scheduling 24/7: www.alisonjamespsychic.com, email: www.alisonjamespsychic.com/ contact-me/ • 612.424.1411 message service.

PSYCHIC / INTUITIVE READER: Soul Readings and Psychic Development Classes, Cindy Lehman 612.669.1861, cindy@cindylehman.com, www.cindylehman.com PSYCHIC MEDIUM: Lisa Andres – Psychic Medium & Angel Therapy Practitioner®, certified by Doreen Virtue, Ph.D. Lisa can connect with Deceased Loved Ones, Angels and more. Readings, House Clearings, Classes, 952.807.7911, lisajandres@aol.com, www.facebook.com/lisajandres PSYCHIC MEDIUM: Well-Known Psychic Medium Deborah Lynn11 is gifted with the power to Name, names. She is unlike any other as she is known to go back 2-3 generations or even ten years into the future. To be amazed, call her at 651.439.5337 or visit www.deborahlynn11.com Psychic Reading / Intuitive: Ilga Cimbulis: Readings, Classes, Parties, Events. 612.385.3005, ilga@ilgacimbulis.com, www.ilgacimbulis.com Reiki Healing: Awaken your spirit, Usui Tibetan Reiki and crystal healing sessions/classes. Kellie Haehnel 612.804.4463, kellie@thespiritwellnesscenter.com, www.thespiritwellnesscenter.com REIKI HEALING: Feel Empowered on Every Level! Reiki Training and Sessions, schedule a Reiki I or II class, inquire about Reiki Master apprenticeships, Rachel Miejan, Reiki by Miejan, 651.735.2863, rachel.miejan@gmail.com, ReikibyMiejan.com SHORTCUT TO SUCCESS: Do you transform people’s lives, but are struggling to get more clients, money, or grow your business? Check out the “Shortcut to Success – Quick Start Program.” Kim Eisen, Success Coach, Master of EFT, 612.802.4325, kim@ShortcutToSuccess.com, www.ShortcutToSuccess.com

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All Faiths Meditation & Worship Service: 612.721.4100, with Rev. Alan Pritz, at Om Collective, 3350 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, AlanPritz@q.com, www. TheOmCollective.com — Sunday Morning Meditation Worship Services for persons of all faiths – or none - who desire inner nourishment through a meditation-based spiritual service. No prior experience with meditation necessary - just an open mind and heart. 10:30-11:30am, $5-$20 donation, January 8, 22, 29; February 19, 26; March 4, 18, 25. Dances of Universal Peace: 651.307.3849, www.peacedancemn.com – An interfaith spiritual practice in motion, blending sacred phrases, chant, music and movement into a living experience of Unity and sacred community, 7pm. Every third Sunday at Friends Meeting House, St. Paul. First Friday at Pathways, Minneapolis. ECKANKAR / TEMPLE OF ECK: Religion of the Light and Sound of God, 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen, MN, 952.380.2200, www.TempleofECK.org – Keys to spiritual experiences: Explore past lives, dreams and Soul Travel. Worship Service: first Sunday of each month, 10-11am Youth programs. Community HU Song: third Sunday of each month, 10-10:30am. Free workshops: Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm Tours available. KEY TO LIFE CENTER: 14800 34th Ave., Plymouth, 763.477.6577, www. keytolifecenter.com, keytolifecenter@aol.com – Empowering Topics, Empowering Meditations, Empowering Music! Minister: Lenni Garin; Music Director: Debbie Duncan. Key’s core philosophy is “Keyology;” the study of diverse spiritual principles to unlock inner wisdom.” Every Sunday: 10:30am. Listen to “Edge Empowered Living” with Lenni Garin on the first Monday of every month at 6pm at www.blogtalkradio.com/edgemagazine. Spiritual Recovery Support Meetings (Soul of an Addict) Tuesdays 6:30-8pm. Free Event. Donations accepted.

Spiritual Retreats: Guests rave about the peace and love they feel while connecting with spirit and with self. Comfortable, home-like accomodations for up to 22 people. Seclusion, semiprivate lake, serene wooded walk, campfire, indoor fireplace. Just plain cozy. Olive Branch Retreat 320.393.7212, info@olivebranchretreat.com, www.olivebranchretreat.com

Lake Harriet Spiritual Community: A Center for Conscious Living: 4401 Upton Ave. S., Minneapolis, www.lakeharrietspiritualcommunity.org, 612.922.4272 – Encouraging authentic spiritual connection through Sunday services, classes and workshops. Sunday 10:30am Services are led by our resident speakers Patty Peterson, Christine Day,Cindi Claypatch and Linda Elwell; guest speakers; or Spiritual Director, Theresa Rose. Space also available for weddings, concerts and special events.

TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION PROGRAM: For Rochester and Southeast Minnesota. Reduces stress & anxiety, develops the total brain, increases intelligence, promotes health & longevity, enhances relationships, improves creativity, promotes peace. Many peer-reviewed scientific research studies show that TM reduces high blood pressure. Easy to learn - Enjoyable to Practice - Scientifically Verified. Call Patricia at 507.251.3225 or email pcox@tm.org

SAINT FRANCIS LIBERAL CATHOLIC CHURCH: 3201 Pleasant Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612.823.4276, www.stfrancisliberalcatholicchurch.org – Communion available to everyone. Freedom of Conscience and belief. Holy Orders for Women. Seven Sacraments. Holy Eucharist 10am Sundays; Rosary 9:30am First Saturdays. Find us on Facebook. SPIRIT UNITED CHURCH: 3204 Como Ave. SE, Minneapolis, 612.378.3602, contact@ spiritunited.com, www.spiritunited.com – Worshiping the Wonder, birthing the Emerging Spirituality. Welcoming ~ Supportive ~ Healing ~ Transformational. Discover your spiritual home. On Sundays: 10:30am Main service, 10:30am Kids With Spirit Class. UNITY CHRIST CHURCH: 4000 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, 763.521.4793, www. unitychristchurch.org – Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome here. Sunday 9 & 11am, nursery and Sunday School at both services; Monday Meditation & Lecture 7pm; Monthly Healing service 7pm on the 1st Tuesday. Adult education classes throughout the year.

Unity of the Valley Spiritual Center: 4011 W. Hwy 13, Savage, MN, 952.895.0745, www.unityofthevalleymn.org – “Celebrating the Light of Spirit within you.” Sunday service, Nursery, Rainbow Circles for children, and Uniteens at 10 am. Our Many Paths Metaphysical Book and Gift store is open Mon.–Thurs. 11am-3pm, Sundays 11am-12:30pm. Chanting and Meditation service on the 3rd Friday of the month at 7 pm Intuitive readings by Susan Shopek before and after the service. Call for appointment. Bookstore that evening open until 9 pm. Adult classes and workshops. Rental space available.

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1992 • 2012

September 1995 ~ January 1997 exploring the vast archives of The Edge in a yearlong celebration of this publication’s service since 1992.

fter just more than three years of publication, The Edge makes a change at editor when cofounder Lynn La Froth resigns to form Twin Cities Wellness. Growth is the highlight of this time period: expanding from an average of 32 pages in late 1995 to a two-section newspaper and 52 pages by October 1996. Jan Thatcher Adams, M.D., becomes health and wellness editor. The Natural Healing section becomes Whole Health & Integrative Healing.

New in 1996: First full-color cover debuts in March, The Edge launches a separate Kansas City edition in July, and “The Edge TV,” a weekly public access show, debuts in November.

Themes during this time were: Managing Stress • Integrating the Polarities • Ensouling the Physical • Retailing Metaphysics • Sacred Sites & Spiritual Travels • East Meets West • Whole Health & Integrative Healing • The Elemental Kingdom • Summer Retreats & Classes • Body & Energy Work •

Cover of the January 1997 edition of The Edge.

Noted speakers coming to town: Dr. Bernie Siegel • Barbara De Angelis Dr. Raymond Moody • Caroline Myss • Dr. Norm Shealy • Alberto Villoldo • Jean Houston Matthew Fox • Joan Borysenko • Robert Thurman, Ph.D. • Melody • Andy Lakey Gloria Karpinski • James Redfield • Kevin Ryerson • Brad Steiger • Stanton Friedman Budd Hopkins • Colin Andrews • Don Campbell • Patch Adams • Jonathan Goldman

Shifting Paradigm of Business • Learning & Education • Sound & Healing • Our Inner Journey • Celebrating Creativity • Metaphysical Retailers • Our Sacred Children

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staff | 1995 Lynn S. La Froth, managing editor Gary Beckman, advertising director Melissa May, associate editor Sunshine Sevigny, associate editor Doug Bronson, ad design Dee La Froth, sales representative Dr. Jan Thatcher Adams, assoc. columnist Matthew Wood, associate columnist Jason La Froth, film reviewer D. Alexander, music reviewer staff | 1996-1997 Gary Beckman, publisher & ad director Tim Miejan, managing editor Dr. Jan Thatcher Adams, whole health editor Della McGee, sales consultant Don Strong, music editor/reviewer Melissa May, production editor Doug Bronson, ad design Jeanette Carter, Kansas City ad manager Janice Mason, Kansas City ad sales Pam Pyle, Kansas City ad sales