Gnostic Iss17

NATURAL LIVING ON THE CENTRAL COAST

THE YEAR OF THE ROOSTER

PUPPET MASTERS DISOVER

ZEN

UNDERSTAND your DREAMs

ISSUE 17

Wholeness, Wellness & Wellbeing

tel: 02 4342 0434 • Email: feelingbetter@gnostichealing.com.au • 31 Chambers Place, Woy Woy 2256

Alexander Herget Specialist Bioresonance Practitioner (Mon/Thurs/Fri/Sat)

Using the concepts of homeopathy and acupuncture, Alex offers a non invasive way to bring your body back to balance. Allergies, toxins, candida, bacteria and viruses are among the stressors which disrupt the body’s signalling system. Finding the cause and rebalancing is at the heart of Bioresonance therapy.

Tanya O’Casey Dual Diploma Mind & Body Medicine (MBM) & Kinesiology (Thurs/Sat by appt.)

MBM focuses on how mind-body interactions can produce disease provoking behaviours, whilst Kinesiology identifies factors which can block the body’s natural healing responses. Tanya combines these modalities to treat a wide range of physical and emotional conditions.

Megan Clarke RN Medical Herbalist, Nutritionist, Iridologist, Haemaview Practitioner (Mon/Thurs/Fri/ Sat) Megan uses Herbal Medicine, Nutrition and lifestyle advice to empower her clientelle. She uses an integrated approach that looks at physical, biochemical and emotional imbalances. Specializes in autoimmune conditions and women’s health. Most health fund rebates apply.

Jennifer Hughes Integrative Physiotherapy, Pilates, Symbolic Bodywork/Energetic Healing (Wed)

A unique blend of Physiotherapy, including dry needling, soft tissue releases, joint mobilisations, taping techniques and a range of exercises, combined with Symbolic Bodywork/ Energetic Healing explores underlying mental/emotional/spiritual aspects of physical symptoms. Health fund rebate registered.

Stefan Hafner Acupuncture, TCM (Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri)

Acupuncturist specialising in the gentle Japanese Toyohari style. Stefan treats most health conditions with this ancient drug free holistic system. He also provides Leech therapy and Shonishin – Japanese Paediatric Acupuncture. Registered with all major health funds.

Wayne Carroll Bowen Therapy, Emmett Technique, Reiki ( Wed/Thurs/Fri)

Advanced Diploma Bowen Therapy & Reiki Teacher & practitioner. Wayne uses gentle moves over muscles, ligaments and tendons to release and reset muscle tension. This relieves joint pain and dysfunction returning the body to balance and harmony. Amazing results. Health Fund Rebates.

Karin Holyman DRM Clinical Laser/Trigger Point Massage Therapist (Sat/other days by appt.)

Cold Laser is pain relief for any condition related to inflammation i.e. neck, back, shoulder, hip, knee, muscle pain, arthritis, bursitis, joints, headaches, scars, bruising. Karin also offers Anti-aging laser full depth lifting. 20 year qualified Trigger Point remedial massage specialist. Rebates most Health Funds.

Birgit Stech Dipl. Remedial Massage, Detox Massage (Thurs/Fri)

Birgit provides a nurturing environment using a range of tailored massage techniques promoting relief from pain and improved range of movement. Also specialising in Detox massages to jump-start your lymphatic system, giving more energy, clearer thinking and better well-being. Health Fund Rebates.

Erin Aiyana Massage, Cranial Sacral Balancing, Reiki, Reflexology (Tues/Sat by appt.)

With 20 years’ experience in the field of natural therapies, Erin specialises in Cranial Sacral balancing, Therapeutic massage, Reflexology and Reiki. She practices these physical and energetic modalities either separately or combined, to promote optimum wellness through freeing the body.

Chaitanyashree Sound Therapist (Sun/Mon/Tues)

Chaitanyashree has extensive knowledge regarding sound, spirituality and universal truth. He uses singing bowls to heal, detoxify, provide stress relief, develop spirituality and realign oneself to their higher purpose.

Kelly Glendinning Remedial Massage, Aromatouch & Energy Healing (Sat/Sun/Mon/Wed)

Kelly helps you to experience physical and emotional balance, via the healing power of massage and essential oils. She also offers Aromatouch technique which combines energy healing with drop-dosed therapeutic oils, to clear aura density and provide a lift to the vibrationary field. Health Fund Rebates.

Gina Mitchell Holistic Beauty, Hot Stone/ Relaxation/Lomi Lomi Massage (Sat & some Thurs) With an Ad. Dip in Beauty/Spa therapy, Gina offers luxurious facial, body & massage treatments to relax and rejuvenate. This combines with a passion for creating powerful healing and anti-ageing products, using rare and exotic flowers and organic herbs and oils, for the perfect holistic mind & body experience.

John Martin International Psychic and Intuitive healer (Mon)

John has helped and transformed the lives of thousands of people. John provides professional service and life changing experiences.

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YOGA/DEMYSTIFIED .............................................. 9 THE ART OF FALLING STILL...............................10 SEASONS/AUTUMN BOWL.................................. 11 PERSPECTIVE/THE HERD.................................... 12 SOULSPEAK/ZEN.....................................................13 HeALING/GUT HEALTH.........................................15 ROCKS+VILLAGE/AUTUMN.................................16 ON THE CORNER......................................................18 UNDERSTAND YOUR DREAMS......................... 21 WISEGUYS/PRIVILEGE........................................ 22 EAT/ROAST BEETROOT SALAD.......................25 ART@MANA...............................................................27 REVIEWS......................................................................29 Astrology...............................................................30 Readers......................................................................31 G

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Gnostic School of Higher Learning Monday 10-11am: Meditation You are exactly where you are meant to be every second of every day – so learn to relax and enjoy the journey. Experienced meditation teacher. Gold coin donation.

Gnostic Forest 4344 5251 Monday 2-4pm: 6 week course w John Martin Increase your abilities and gifts. $200 early bird, $40 per session.

Gnostic Forest 4344 5251 Monday 7-9pm: Philosophy A casual discussion group considering the physical and spiritual processes of life.

Know thyself and explore the world in a deliberate creative way, rather than as a reactive emotional response. $10 Gnostic Forest 4344 5251

Contact Gnostic Forest for other courses and workshops 4344 5251

Wednesday 10am:e Talk An informal but informative talk is given on various topics by a variety of speakers including authors and practitioners. Gold coin donation.

Wednesday 1.30-3.30pm: Meditation You are exactly where you are meant to be every second of every day – so learn to relax and enjoy the journey. Experienced meditation teacher. Gold coin donation.

Gnostic Forest 4344 5251 Wednesday 7-8pm: Active Meditation Allowing you to move using sound crystal and Angelic beings to help focus the mind. See the benefits of this practise in your daily life.Please bring along your favourite crystal. $15 Saanvi 0412 498 597

Tuesday Drumbala Ladies Beginners: 9.30–10.30am Advanced: 11.00am–12.00pm Come along and have some fun being uplifted while awakening and expanding your inner rhythm. $15 Katy 4342 1112

THURSDAy 7pm Zen Meditation 10 Week non-denominational Beginners Course with Zen Buddhist Monk DaiJu ZenJi. Covering Posture, Mindfulness and the Eightfold Path.

Gnostic Forest 4342 4466 Saturday 11am: Meditation Explore the inner world and transform you experience of life.

Regular meditation rebalances your energy and allows dealing with life to become easier. $10 Christine 0488 022 114 Sunday 10am–12.30pm: French Tarot Numerology Learn how you can trust our own interpretations of this ancient art. A casual group exploring the world of Tarot and its relationship to Numerology and Astrology. $20 Jean Jacques JJ 0434 299 415 Sunday monthly 1.30 to 3.30pm: Exploring Tao Studying the Tao Te Ching.

Explore the way and virtues as explained by the ancient Chinese saint Lao Zi. Chantal 0438 266 582

It is our intention to offer space for the distribution of knowledge. Each facilitator shares their opinions and students receive through their own interpretation taking full responsibility to discern their own gnosis.

Grow your mind!

Inspiring Speakers on Wednesday mornings 10am at Gnostic Forest Chambers Place, Woy Woy

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YEAR

2017 year of the

ROOSTER The Rooster

I am on hand to herald in the day, and to announce its exit.

I thrive by clockwork and precision.

In my unending quest for perfection all things will be restored to their rightful place.

I am the exacting taskmaster, the ever-watchful administrator.

I seek perfect order in my world.

I represent unfailing dedication.

I AM THE ROOSTER. – Author Unknown

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he year of the Rooster will be exciting. The rooster does not waste time. Once he has an idea he will quickly get in and and have it under way.

Roosters look to the earth to survive. They dig around looking food, so this year a lot of natural things come to life. Last year was a hard year for lots of people, illness, money worries, worrying about their jobs etc.This year things will start to show an uplift from early in the year.

We can expect changes in the way our Governments do things. It will be a year of “But Why?” in every section and walk in life. If you are planning to bring something new to your work, home or way of life, make sure you have all the facts as to why you are doing it. “More transparency” will be a phrase that will used and followed up on.

Roosters like to crow, remember, to let every one know they are here. As breakthroughs are

made in medicine and industries they will be in the press for all to see.

Farming in Australia will be researched more.

Maybe not so many imported foods, more fresh food grown here.

If you are planning a baby this year, don’t expect any sleep ins. Once a Rooster baby is awake, everyone is awake!

Of course there will be ups and downs – that’s life – but this year will see more ups, change and things for the most part will be done right the first time.

If things go to plan for the Rooster, there will be less waste in the world!

June Turner is a psychic medium at Gnostic Forest on Thursdays and Sundays.

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SPIRIT

CLEAR YOUR SPACE W

e live in a physical world, which is influenced by the seen and unseen. At times our homes or work spaces, even our cars may have a feeling that something is not quite right. Just as you would physically clean these spaces to remove dust and dirt. You also need to energetically clean them to remove unwanted energies.

Here’s a simple ritual you may like to try.

Place a picture of Archangel Michael on a table. Take a small plate with a white candle on it and position in front of the picture.

Pour table salt in a bowl and using your right index finger draw a circle around the plate and candle.

Talk to Archangel Michael, tell him of any concerns and ask for help. Then light up the candle and let it burn until completion. Leave this setting without touching it for 3 days.

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On the third day, collect the salt with folded white pieces of paper, throw the salt in the toilet, then flush the toilet as you ask for it to be transformed into cleared energy by the water.

Give thanks to Archangel Michael for assistance in clearing your space.

Salt has been used for purification since the beginning of time. Angels especially Archangel Michael have been invoked for protection for centuries. Intention is the key ingredient in this and any other ritual.

Anything can be transformed, healed and magnified as soon as the mind is ready to let it go.

John Martin is at Gnostic Forest on Tuesdays and Mondays doing workshops and classes on psychic development.

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Find yourself on Gnostic Corner The experience you are having on Gnostic Corner is totally subjective. The service you are given and the products you see will cause reactions for you according to how you feel.

The word “Gnosis” is an ancient Greek word meaning knowledge gained through personal experience. The way you see, hear, smell, feel and taste the world is open to your own interpretation, and usually based on previous experiences.

It is our intention to provide goods and services to help you find peace in a busy, sometimes chaotic world. We too are travelling through this time in history and dealing with our lives and the challenges of this modern world.

By sharing a little, and giving a little, we all will have the best day possible. None of us can have real “gnosis” of the other’s journey, the circumstances that have brought each of us here today are different. And while our background stories remain hidden, kindness and a smile can translate and help to bring a positive experience for everyone. – M.H. Namaste: A Sanskrit word meaning the divine spark in me honours the divine spark in you.

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YOGA

The Mystery of Yoga Yoga offers the perfect antidote to modern western living

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he ancient philosophy of yoga has developed into a legitimate form of healing in the western world. The wellness benefits of yoga are incredible; you can completely rebuild your body with the correct sequence of postures.

The need to relax, focus and chill out has never been needed more than NOW! People are living fast paced lives, rushing, stressing out as they frantically run from one commitment to the next, the world has never been busier.

Yoga offers the perfect antidote to modern western living. Unfortunately some people are still reluctant to take the leap and walk through the door of their local yoga studio to try out a class.

The word “yoga” conjures up false images and paradigms for many people, which is mainly attributed to a push by parts of the yoga industry to gain market share.

Let me de-mystify a few points for you; your age is no barrier I have clients who range from 15 to 101 years old. Your level of fitness, flexibility, balance and strength is irrelevant, there

is a class suitable for you. Yoga postures will compliment your sporting and fitness regimes.

Yoga is not a religion or gender specific. There is no particular body shape required, no special language has to be learnt or spoken, you don’t have to chant, burn incense, eat mung beans or have to have been born under any under any particular star sign to participate. There are no special yoga clothes or foot ware, you actually practice in bare feet.

If you would to like to explore higher forms of meditation that path is open to you but it won’t be forced upon you.

What you do need is a desire to improve your health and wellness. If you want to develop a subtle, flexible and fit body through structured and appropriate movement, if you would like to learn some relaxation techniques the holistic philosophy of yoga could be for you.

John Wilson, www.peninsulayogacentre.com.au John is a true local, having been a resident of the Woy Woy Peninsula for 30 years and has offered Yoga classes for over 10 years.

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Meditation The art of falling still

The aim of Meditation is to relieve the body and mind of stress. With regular practice you can learn to slow and then stop the constant chatter of the mind. Breath Work encourages the body to relax and release stress that has accumulated over time. If not released this stress weakens your organs and can allow disease.

How Long Do I Need to Meditate?

This varies for the individual – how long does it take you to relax? With regular practice you will find it easier to fall still in a shorter amount of time. When you watch your thoughts come and do not feed your mind additional thoughts they disappear. The space between your thoughts will lengthen and a sense of well being will develop.

How do I stop my body from wanting to move?

We live active lives and our bodies are expecting to move while we are awake. Scientists have recognised that day dreaming has a positive effect on the body.

When we sit in stillness and contemplate, especially on nature, our heart rate slows and our blood pressure adjusts.

At first your body will want to twitch or you may feel the urge to cough. By placing your tongue n the roof of your mouth and focusing on the point in the middle of your top lip, you can find it easier to sit still.

Eventually your body will recognise stillness as a positive experience and the distractions will cease.

Meditation has been included in healthy lifestyle practices in the east for thousands of years, the western world with all its ills is today adopting the Art of Falling Still.

Gnostic Corner offers several classes each week – see the Gnostic School of Higher Learning on page 4 for a complete timetable.

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www.anjian.com.au Order at: Gnostic Forest Chambers Place, Woy Woy NSW 2256 Phone: (02) 4342 4466 Email: gnosticforest@hotmail.com

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SEASON

AUTUMN BOWLS The Autumn season is traditionally a period for restoration and replenishment. Be sure to nourish yourself with the following wholefoods meal, It’s a delicious and hearty dish, full of colour, favour and nutritional lavishness!

This recipe is from Rita Balshaw’s book Hippies in the City – Urban Remedies available at Gnostic Forest.

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1 C buckwheat or quinoa 1/2 a butternut pumpkin 2 baby carrots 2 beetroots 2 parsnips 2 turnips 1 bunch kale 1 bunch parsley

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Bring the buckwheat groats and one cinnamon stick to boil in salted water, then simmer for about fifteen minutes. Strain and set aside. Thoroughly wash, chop and slice all the vegetables.

Take a large oven tray and grease it with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle the awaiting veggies with heaps of salt, pepper, curry, cumin and cinnamon powder. I always splash my veggies with a tablespoon or two of water and a little honey before baking to ensure a moist, yet crunchy outcome. Cooking time is roughly twentyfive minutes in a fan forced oven at 180°C. Serve your guests a portion of the mixed roasted veggies and a scoop of buckwheat into pretty serving bowls, along with a handful of pecans, dollop of fresh hummus, chopped parsley and a good splash of tamari soy sauce.

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PERSPECTIVE PERSPECTIVE

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Your beliefs become your thoughts, Your thoughts become your words, Your words become your actions, An Your easy, actions less disturbing do this is to becomeway yourtohabits, read about civilisations from the past. Try to Your habits become your values, really get a feeling for their behaviour and Your values your destiny. understand whatbecome motivated them – why they – Mahatma Gandhi accepted the things that they did. Then see them as your own ancestors, imagine how the changes that came with time had an influence onBeing themconscious and eventually you end in the 21st of our habits andup deliberately century your to own life. You might to choosinginwhich continue and whichbetoable let go see that the threads of aware. influence through time of, we become more self change what is conscious acceptable behaviour.

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SOULSPEAK

In the interests of sharing knowledge learned through experience (Gnosis) we interview people from all beliefs to share insights from their path.

May we all learn and grow together in peace.

Venerable DaiJu ZenJi Tell us a little about yourself and how you came to your beliefs?

Ah… now THAT is a long story.

I came from a Protestant Christian household and went to Catholic School but the more questions I asked about the Christian Path the less the answers seemed to fit what I observed.

The first time I seriously considered Buddhism was during a troubled time in my youth, I nearly ran away to join a Thai Forest Monastery but luckily realised I was far too immature to follow the Dharma at that stage. So instead I told myself nothing was wrong and tried to live a ‘normal’ life.

During another crisis 4 years later I could no longer pretend that everything was fine. So I sold my house, gave away everything I owned and said goodbye to my friends. I spent nearly a year travelling Nepal and India with nothing but a small backpack and eventually settled in Bodhgaya, which is the town built near where the Buddha attained Enlightenment.

During this time I was blessed with teachings from various lineages including the Dalai Lama but I still felt that the answers I needed were in the Zen school. I wrote to 30 monasteries to see if they would accept me. After some time in a training monastery (meditating 7 hours a day is not something you do without a bit of practice first) I was lucky enough to be accepted at Sogenji under my Master, ShoDo Harada Roshi. I trained at Sogenji for 9 years.

Since that time I have helped run our Monasteries in the USA and set up one in Germany.

I came back to Australia to study Traditional Chinese Medicine and became an Acupuncturist and Herbalist for a while but the GFC opened other opportunities for me and I mostly work as a Marketing Consultant.

My hobbies are SCUBA diving, photography (both above and under-water) and Computer Programming.

Can you discuss your beliefs further?

If I do have one secret it is that I adore aspects of Taoism and use the Tao Te Ching as a basis for the discussions in my Advanced Classes.

Having said this I teach a non-denominational Meditation class and have spoken in Churches, Hindu Temples and even a Mosque before. I have also spoken at Religious Schools and decidedly atheist Businesses. The Japanese have a saying which is “Faith is like a Mountain; there is only one peak but many Paths”. I believe we are defined more by how we live our lives than by the particular differences between the Paths.

How have your beliefs shaped you personally?

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go of. Instead it is important to take that which I was taught and use it in a way that fits seamlessly to a very different environment.

This is actually a core part of the final stages of the course I teach: Meditation is useless if it is gone once you step away from the cushion. The deepest lesson of Rinzai Zen training is that we need to take that meditation and give it life all day long no matter what challenges us.

What are your challenges spiritually?

Like anyone my challenge is trusting Change.

We humans are a curious breed, we do all we can to create a ‘safe’ and ‘stable’ world in our own image but the universe doesn’t play like that. It constantly pushes us off balance to show us how un-centred we are and how much we rely on some imagined external security.

The responsibility for anyone who accepts this is to find that Centre within your own being. To be the still-point around which the storm can blow.

That way we can experience it fully but not be moved around by it.

In Zen we say there is only one thing in the universe that does not change, and that is Change itself.

How does/did your practice take form?

Zazen Meditation and Reflection are essential parts of the Zen Tradition, but often students forget that another aspect is the ability and courage to Question. We are not just a ‘sailor on the sea of fate’, we are an active participant in the Universe. The choices we make and the depth we develop are all driven by the willingness to want to know more, to understand more and to experience more.

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if I have fully explored the Path yet and trust I have the strength to keep going.

To what end do you practice your beliefs?

As a Buddhist Monk my job is not to convert people to Buddhism and certainly not to sermonise. My job it is be a catalyst for the Change that each and every one of us is struggling to experience. I do not seek to change others, I put my effort into aligning myself so that others can see my footsteps clearly and follow if they choose.

Where do you believe we go when we die?

Much has been made of the Buddhist idea of reincarnation, some sects of Buddhism even believe in a Heaven-like existence after death.

To a practitioner of Zen though these are just a distraction. Zazen is training your body, mind and essence to be completely present in each and every moment. To live each breath as though it is your last. We do not allow the Past to concern us, we do not allow an imagined Future to distract us. We put all our effort in to living, being alive 100% in the here and now.

Who cares what happens when we die if we are not truly alive now?

Please share with us a quote, lyrics or prayer that has inspired you?

I could quote almost all of the Tao Te Ching here!

However let me give the very first Quote I read of the Buddha’s. It is from the Mahaparinirvana Sutra and is believed to be his last words: “Be a light unto yourself; rely on no other. Hold fast to the Truth.”

DaiJu is teaching at the Gnostic School for Higher Learning. See page 4 for details.

HEALING

Optimal health is linked to a healthy GUT

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o often we find that our clients have poor digestion and elimination which triggers anxiety, mood disorders and eventually auto-immune disease.

If this is you, we urge you to resolve the early signs as soon as possible.

It may be surprising to learn that the GUT works directly with the nervous system and immune system; therefore, diseases of the GUT not only affect digestion and absorption of nutrients, but also may decrease our ability to handle stress, making us emotionally vulnerable and overly sensitive and may result in poor immune function, predisposing us to repeated colds and infections, Our gut and brain develop from the same part of the human embryo and share many of the same nerve endings, hormones and neurotransmitters.

Neurotransmitters carry information from one nerve cell to another enabling the brain and gut to send and receive messages.

Approximately 80 % of the body’s serotonin receptors, your feel good neuero-transmitter is found in the gut, spreading itself through the entire GIT. In the gut serotonin initiates responses such as nausea, vomiting and peristaltic reflex, which is the reason why antidepressant drugs such as SSRIs cause gut related side effects as they are increasing serotonin levels in the gut and brain. Serotonin in the brain influences mood and cognition.

If the gut is inflamed this may affect our mood, cognition and ability to handle stress. A herbal tincture with key herbs to enhance your ability to handle stress and calm any gut inflammation helps so many clients overcome this.

Naturopathic approaches are based on the belief that every person is unique; thus diagnosis and treatment of ailments is always individualised.

We are all biochemically different and hence respond to and absorb nutrients differently.

Everyone has areas of weakness that require support to enable them to function optimally.

These are either inherited or due to lifestyle choices and the environment we are exposed to. The

task of the herbalist is to assess and enable each person’s potential.

We treat the individual, rather than a disease and assess the cause of health problems by a complex consultation covering the major systems.

Contemporary Western Herbalism aims to stimulate vitality primarily.

This is achieved through addressing four key aspects essential to healthy functioning.

1. Enhancing digestion and assimilation of nutrients. This involves removing pathogens, restoring the gut lining and correcting dysbiosis.

2. Encouraging elimination of metabolic wastes.

3. Ensuring adequate circulation (of blood to provide nutrients to all the cells and lymph to carry away wastes) 4. Stimulating the nerve supply.

Addressing these fundamental physiological functions enhances vitality by providing an environment that maximises the body’s innate healing capacity.

What separates The Gnostic Healing Centre with other clinics is our ability for The Mora Bioresonance machine to identify the underlying drivers of ill-health.

We are also able to identify food sensitivities which are contributing to the inflammation of the gut.

Megan Clarke uses Herbal Medicine, Nutrition and lifestyle advice to empower her clients at Gnostic Healing Centre.

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GNOSTICVILLAGEWEAR+ROCKS AUTUMN Photos: Lisa Haymes / JELLY TREE STUDIO

Josie wears: Blue Stretch Singlet $25.00 - Pink and White also available Patch Panel Mini Skirt with hand painting $25.00 Crown of Thorns Pendant from Blue Turtles with Real flowers enclosed in resin. $67.50 Natural Gemstone Bracelets include Red Coral ($22.50) Prehnite ($16.25) and Turquoise $32.50

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Embroidered Cotton Top with Feather ties $45.00 Beautiful Handmade Gemstone Necklaces from Forest Spirit prices start from $66.00

Holly wears: Patchwork Dungarees $59.95 also available in Blue, Green and Pink White Stretch Singlet $25.00 also available in Blue and Pink

Dress Cotton Maxi with panels $45.95

Sodalite Sterling Silver Pendant from Made in Earth $90.00 to increase trust, honesty and Hemp Hat Lined $29.95 assorted colours truth in ones life. Worn on a Sterling Silver open Indian Moonstone bracelets - great for intuition, choker $37.50 embracing feminine energy and allowing new Bracelets are Sodalite, and Sunstone beginnings. Available as tumbled stones from (for happiness, optimisim and to prevent $3, bracelets from $4 and decorator pieces procrastination!) from $4 each from $19.95

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ON THE CORNER Lepidolite A lilac variety of Mica, this beautiful mineral is a potassium, lithium, aluminium silicate. Found in Africa, Brazil and even Australia, this stone is reputed to be useful for those who are experiencing emotional upheaval (might be the lithium!). Said to calm “stormy seas” emotionallyand help you see problems as opportunities to learn. A great comfort to those who are stressed or nervous.

Tumbled stones, Raw stones, worry stones, bracelets, rings, pendants, specimens and large polished pieces available now in store. From $4.50.

Available at Gnostic Rocks, T: 4342 9982

Gypsy Rings With resin, Paua Shell and Mother of Pearl $15–$20.

Available at Gnostic Villagewear, T: 4341 0544

Aromatherapy Diffusers & Salt Lamps The Sol Diffuser utilises benefits of ultrasonic vibrations to silently break down the essential oil infused water into a microscopic mist that easily dissipates into the air, leaving your mind, body and soul at peace. $99 Available at Gnostic Healing Centre, T: 4342 0434

Personalised Herbs The Natural Apothecary blends Herbal Medicine to suit your individual needs, whether it be poor digestion and gastro complaints, hormonal imbalances or more chronic Autoimmune conditions.

Available at Gnostic Healing Centre, T: 4342 0434

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Healing Tea Blended to restore liver function, support digestion and balance blood sugar – $5 pot.

Available at Gnostic Mana Cafe T: 4344 1444

ON THE CORNER

Funky Fun Baseball Caps in bright florals These are all the rage and we have a colourful selection priced at just. $19.95 Available at Gnostic Villagewear, T: 4341 0544

Large Canvas Elephant Tote Bag The only bag you need to carry all those things you can’t leave home without. $32.50

Available at Gnostic Villagewear, T: 4341 0544

Fairy Garden Invite some magic into your life with a fairy garden.

Gnostic Forest has all the things a modern fairy needs – from solar houses to tea party sets. Prices start from just a few dollars. Available at Gnostic Forest, T: 4342 4466

Big new flavours Mexican Cheeseburger with homemade Jalapeno sauce and Spanish onion $12, and The Apprentice – not quite the Boss but still the favourite! Crispy onion with Aioli and BBQ sauce… a burger you will remember. $13 Available at Boulevard Burgers, T: 4341 8408

Oriental Lilly Bouquet Beautiful Scented Lilly that add a touch of extravagance to any atmosphere.

5 stems for $40.00, available all year round.

Available at Gnostic Bunch, T: 4344 5251

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ON THE CORNER

Books that Rock Above: A great little almost pocket sized book dealing with how to use your crystals in everyday life. $15. Below: Celebrate the dazzling jewels on Earth with Jewel, the most glamorous guide to jewellery, gems, and minerals. $60.

Available at Gnostic Rocks T: 4342 9982

Beautiful boxes These special tins will hold all your special things.

Themed for the occasion. $30.00 each Available at Gnostic Forest, T: 4342 4466

Stone wash shoulder bags Yin Yang $30.00 & Ganesh. $25.00.

Available at Gnostic Villagewear, T: 4341 0544

Crochet Hats Rainbow to solid colors. $19.95

Available at Gnostic Villagewear T: 4341 0544

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INTERVIEW

Michelle Kinnane

Dream Therapist / Visual Artist

What drew you to working with dream imagery?

My interest in Jungian psychology, symbolism and dreams began in my thirties and was reignited after a chronic illness gave me the opportunity to study Jung’s work further in 2001.

After teaching Visual Arts for almost twenty years in Sydney High Schools, my direction in life took a 180 degree turn at this time after a stint in East Timor as a volunteer.

Returning to convalesce on the central coast, at a physical, spiritual and creative low, I turned my focus to the inner realm, spending the next three years studying and healing with Jungian Dream Therapy.

How have you incorporated this in your professional life?

As my health improved, I began painting a series of the archetypal figures from the Tarot, after reading “Jung and Tarot” by Sallie Nichols.

Using symbols from ancient mythologies and cultures, my personal understanding of these mysterious cards led me to using them as a psychological tool to accompany my new work in Dream Therapy, Astrology and Numerology.

The idea of opening a space for people to share this incredibly life changing experience manifested in the opening of an art school:“The Art Space” in 2011.

Focusing and building on these two passions, visual arts and psychology, has provided many rewarding years since then.

Working two days/ week at Gnostic Forest as a tarot reader/ dream consultant, and running monthly weekend art workshops at The Art Space, also on the Central Coast, I wake each day feeling nothing but gratitude for the unseen curve ball life through me, back in 2001.

Dreams have been important in many cultures and ancient civilizations.Why did the western world seek to minimise this?

In ancient Greece and Rome, an asclepeion was a healing temple where pilgrims flocked, sleeping overnight and reporting their dreams to a priest the following day to receive a cure.

It was only until late last century that the western world of rational thinking changed its sceptical attitude towards the importance of dreams.

With recent, advanced technologies opening up vast new areas of understanding in sleep research and brain imaging, important dream theories developed by last century’s dream gurus, Freud and Jung have now been confirmed.

Jung vs Freud Dream Analysis?

To Freud, the sex drive was the virtual engine behind our dreams, and sexual meaning was to be found in many common dream images.

This theory became one of the important points of difference between himself and his younger colleague Dr. Jung.

Instead, Jung suggested that dreams are doing the work of integrating our conscious and unconscious lives; he called this process ‘individuation.’

No one has influenced modern dream studies more than Carl Jung.

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DISCOVER THE Tarot

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here are many differing opinions as to the age and origins of the Tarot.

We can be sure that cards have been used for entertainment since the times of ancient Egypt, and that the modern Tarot we use for guidance has been in its current format for at least 400 years.

The Chinese in the 9th century AD used block printing to make cards which were then hand coloured. The Turkish as earlier as the 14th century, had a unique deck which spread to Europe with the Malmuks – a fierce band of slave soldiers of Islamic faith. These cards resembled those used today with four clear suits and court cards. There was a separate card used for the enquirer which has disappeared from modern decks.

Nomadic gypsies also carried cards and had the reputation of psychic abilities.

In Europe original cards were hand painted and this made them very valuable. The royal courts of France and Italy used the cards on a regular basis to guide the Kings & Queens in all types of decision making.

Throughout history each nation had their own interpretation and offered slight adjustments to the original designs and meanings. With the progression of time the cards have changed to reflect current cultural trends.

Today there are literally hundreds of decks available. The Tarot is considered a language providing insight into current situations and future prospects.

It is generally accepted that the Tarot is always correct – what varies is the reader’s ability to accurately interpret the messages. – M.H.

Ancient Malmuk Card

taRot and palm

readings Fresh Flowers at Market prices

Open & delivering 7 days

Ph/fax (02) 4344 5251 Chambers place, Woy Woy NSW

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Use the knowledge of the ancient Masters to sort out your current situations.

TEL: 4344 5251 Gnostic Forest

Chambers Place, Woy Woy

WISEGUYS

The Invisible Backpack of Privilege

Discrimination comes, we assume, from removing someone’s ability to have something or do something others are allowed. A removal of equality. But what if it wasn’t there in the first place?

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n 1989, after years fighting for the rights of women and African Americans, activist Peggy McIntosh listed the implicit privileges afforded to her; how they created an obvious advantage to her life. She realised a great list of things she did easily. Things such as: swear, move freely, dress in second hand clothes and gather in public with people of her own race without suspicion. Her list was extensive and brought to light the reality of everyday situations faced by those who were different.

Advantage isn’t something we naturally pay much attention to in our lives.

Most of us move about though our day enjoying the ease at which we operate. Freedoms, abilities and allowances within our lives don’t beg time for contemplation as they come without obstruction.

Most times we don’t recognise our advantage or privileges, but often when we do, we see it as luck, or earned.

It is built up around you by the dominant paradigm of society and its collective beliefs. It may create or support bias or discrimination within you towards those that are different.

Speaking in modern terms, if you: • are able to kiss the person you love openly • move speak and live unhindered by physical obstacles • go out in public without harassment or intimidation

• dress in the gender you identify as • speak your native tongue in any situation • provide for yourself and your family You may have privilege that you hadn’t considered before.

In a time where debates rage on refugees, social security, racism and sexisim, where opinions are held -loudly- there lies a challenge for each of us to reflect.

Humble honesty. Time taken to reflect on the biases created within us.

To identify privilege begs not shame or guilt but a responsibility to live in a way that does not deny another’s everyday experience as valid. You haven’t walked a day in their shoes.

Em acknowledges her white, able bodied, young, middle class privilege. She aims to be kind to all of differing experiences.

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Portraits of Your Guides or Loved Ones Your loved ones in spirit, guides and messengers are seeking you via my ability to draw and paint lifelike portraits.

No need to see me. I only need your name and postal address.

View my website for details.

www.freespiritartist.com.au Email: j.sellwood@bigpond.com

Meditation to still the mind Active Meditation to focus the mind Relaxing Meditation to reduce stress

See the

Gnostic School of Higher Learning (page 4) for times • Ph: 4344 5251

Gnostic Coffee Company is

now producing and serving its own unique full bodied blend, known and loved @ Gnostic Mana Cafe.

Single Origins also available.

Tel: (02) 4344 1444 E: gnosticmanacafe@ bigpond.com House Blend available for $30 for 1kg or $10 for 250g, Single Origin $13 for 250g

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MANA

Roast Beetroot Salad Serves 2

Salad • 3 Beetroots (peeled and diced) • 200g Pumpkin (peeled and diced) • 100g Fetta • Handful of Walnuts

• 500g Salad greens (we use Rocket and Spinach) Citronette Dressing • Zest of 1 Lemon • Juice of 1 Lemon • 1 cup of Olive Oil • 1 tablespoon of Seeded Mustard • 1 tablespoon of Brown Sugar

METHOD • Preheat oven to 180 degrees

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Place beetroot on a lightly greased baking tray and roast for 10 mins, then add roast pumpkin to the beetroot and continue roasting for another 15mins, shaking the tray occasionally.

For dressing, add all dressing ingredients in a food processor and mix until well combined.

Wash spinach and rocket

Combine pumpkin, spinach, beetroot, rocket and walnuts in large bowl Crumble feta and walnuts over for garnish.

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LOCAL

GET ON

THE BUS R

egional Youth Support Services’ mobile Youth Centre, The BUS, was officially launched on December 2nd at Kibble Park, Gosford. Packed with stakeholders, service partners and young people, the Celebration was best summed up by the speed with which the young people took ownership of the BUS; gaming, dancing and Guitar Hero’ing until late into the evening!

A massive thank you to all those who attended, assisted and have supported this amazing initiative – Newcastle Permanent, Family and Community Services, Coast Community Connections, the Department of Education Indigenous Unit, Darkinjung Land Council, GBID and McDonalds for their generous funding of our new awning.

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Eagles & the Sydney Roosters NRL Community Cup match for some fun at the Central Coast Stadium.

With our Support Partners and funded projects, we are in the process of establishing a paid Youth Advocacy Team (a.i.r/BUS), targeting recognised ‘hotspots’ for anti-social activity on the Coast (GenZ), developing an online community of young reporters from neighbourhoods across our region, creating a Cyber Safety tool for use in our schools (ScreenSafer), and supporting/ participating in youth events such as the Central Coast Comic-Con, Youth Week, forthcoming Mariners home games, ZombieFest and GOATS. Check out our website www.ryssbus.com.au for further details of when and where The BUS will be travelling.

Booking information is also available online.

The BUS – Together Helping Everyone Better Utilise Services.

Contact Virginia at the busproject@ryss.com.au Ph: 0459 232 376

art@MANA

Gnostic Mana Cafe features monthly exhibitions from the Central Coast’s leading artists.

APRIL: Mike Pedro & Jessica Towers / Headless Nation We are the Headless Duo – emerging artists and designers living by the sea, constantly creating, staying away from the mainstream and slowly building our Headless Empire.

We want to bring you guys unique and fresh designs on variety of quality products, and a create a brand that you guys can be psyched about being a part of. Our first goal for Headless is to bring like-minded people together, people that by societies standards are broken, conspiracy theorists, dirty hippies, - which results in a lot of lost souls trying to evolve and expand their consciousness alone…so help us build this Headless Empire into a community!!!!

Come get lost in the beautiful abstract, vibrant worlds Mike Pedro creates with acrylic and resin, and Headless Jess’ intricate and extremely detailed inked and watercolored mandalas, skulls and sea creatures.

Hope to see you there!

JUNE: Candice Hill, “The Delicate Cherry” Hello all! I’m a 24 year old woman who is proud to call the beautiful central coast home. To me, art is the ultimate form of expression and meditation. Ever since I was a little girl I have found peace in creating but it wasn’t until the birth of my son that I found it brought me a deeper sense of connection.

I love to experiment with mandalas and colour, usually at different times. My preferred mediums are acylic on canvas. The word Mandala in sanskrit means circle and has come to represent the circle of life in all its beauty.

Each of my mandalas holds it’s own message within, a message that both myself and my audience will experience differently!

I hope my artwork brings you a much joy as it did to me while making it!

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Beaut iful Jewellery, Cryst als & Stones

Find us at

Chambers Place, Woy Woy

GNOSTIC ROCKS Tel: (02) 4342 9982

Friendly !

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REVIEWS A Mindfulness Guide For The FRAZZLED RRP $23.00 • Author: Ruby Wax • Available @ Gnostic Forest

Outrageously witty, smart and accessible, Ruby Wax shows ordinary people how and why to change for good. With mindfulness advice for relationships, for parents, for children and for teenagers, and a six-week course based on her studies of Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy with Mark Williams at Oxford University, A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled is the only guide you need for a healthier, happier life – MH

LIFE AFTER BABY RRP $12.00 • Author: Victoria Dolby Toews • Available @ Gnostic Forest

With an engaging and easily accessible style, health writer, Victoria Dolby Toews, helps mums navigate their new life after the arrival of a baby. Like a road map to the altered terrain of life once a baby becomes part of the family, LIFE AFTER BABY touches on key aspects of a woman’s life to help readers redefine themselves in a healthy way as they adjust to a myriad of post-baby changes - body and soul. Filled with sensible, sound and realistic advice - grounded in the latest research. – MH

CD: Yoga Lounge RRP $19.95 • Compilation by Putumayo • Available @ Gnostic Forest

A transportive musical journey weaving together world instruments, light electronica, ambient grooves and enchanting mantras to soothe body and spirit.

Yoga Lounge is the third album in Putumayo’s acclaimed series of compilations designed for yoga practice and relaxation. The 12 songs are culled from a growing catalogue of music created by yogi-musicians, producers and DJs from across the globe.

Whether you’re a yogi who wants to move more gracefully through your practice or are simply seeking a relaxing soundtrack for day-to-day life, Yoga Lounge is ideal. – MH

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Planetary Influences

for MARCH, April & MAY 2017

Jennifer has been an Astrologer for 24 years (FAA Certificate) and is at Gnostic Forest on Fridays.

As the year moves on, the earth continues its orbit around the sun. This natural progression changes our position in relation to the other planets and the following influences occur…

MARCH

APRIL

MAY

This month you need to curb your emotions.

Some may feel at times that they lack the confidence and ability to see things without feeling threatened by the sudden changes that appear before them. Being explosive, impatient,and extremely intense will not help . Self discipline is the key here, so show some restraint to avoid dangerous sports, and pursuits that could cause you harm. Stay focused within yourself in a positive way, to help you to make good decisions within your relationships and career.

Going overboard to get your own way will not be helpful for yourself, or others. Wisdom can bring to you a sense of confidence and patience for making changes, and to let go of projects that have outlived their true purpose.

Remaining calm, and staying focused will stop you from “banging your head against a brick wall”. Being responsible, staying true to yourself, those you love and work with will help you to stay in a positive frame of mind.

Look after your physical health and understand that forgiveness is a huge thing for all in April!

Feeling energised, life takes on a positive turn. Renewing old structures, and breaking out with self confidence, will help you to respect your achievements. Building relationships with a renewed sense of vigour and enjoyment has you feeling life is good... although be aware NOT to give more of yourself than needed, because you could feel like you’re being taken advantage of and this can cause some anxiety and tension. Know when to bring in the “welcome mat.”

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Readers

Gnostic Forest offers readings daily from 10am – 4pm. phone 02 4344 5251 Bridget – Mon Experienced intuitive Palm Reader. The lines on the hand are a directory to the personality and events both past and future. By understanding these influences you can make conscious choices about your future direction.

John – Tues International Psychic, Tarot Reader and Intuitive Healer, John Martin delivers precise visions, accurate numbers and professional service. John communicates with spiritual guides, archangels and ascended masters.

Saanvi – Tues Health Business & Family - Saanvi is a medium bringing messages for your highest good using Major Arcana, Numerology, Psychometry.

Barbara – Wed Those who have passed over communicate with Barbara, a psychic medium, to help clarify current situations. She gives comfort, guidance and direction so you can move forward in life.

Nicole – Wed & Thurs Oracles bring messages along with Nicole’s psychic intuition. You can expect accurate direction from your higher self.

June – Thurs, Sun June makes contact with loved ones that have passed over. Looks at where you have been and where you are going in life.

Michelle – Fri, Sat Michelle works with your dream images and the tarot to help with enabling you to develop a higher self-awareness.

Jennifer – Fri, Sat Genuine and honest, Jennifer uses tarot, astrology and numerology to give specific and accurate information about now and timing for future possibilities.

Natasha – Sun & Mon Natasha is a psychic intuitive, numerologist and tarot card reader. A clear channel for direction and confirmation of your future path. Nat is located between here and New York.

Readers offer their interpretations of the situation and possible outcomes. As this is the world of free will you always have the power to change outcomes and determine your own future.

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