Kayleen is Keen to Show Others The Beauty of Their Uniqueness

By Shanelle Schick

A natural affinity with crystals is what drew Kayleen Mastroieni to alternative therapies many years ago. These days she works with women aged 45 - 65 years to cope with the anxiety and stresses of life using the skills and knowledge from over 20 years of learning and study including mediation, Access Consciousness, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Timeline Therapy and more.

Currently writing a book called 'Breathe' which accompanies a coaching program is aimed to help others live a full life while dealing with anxiety. By using breathwork one can manage the symptoms of anxiety and lead a more fulfilling and rewarding life. Kayleen's practice is mainly online nowadays which allows her services to be accessed from any where in the world.

One of her favourite modalities is Timeline Therapy. Typically a client would seek this service as a one-off session to help clear negative emotions of the past, present and future. It works with the brain to change the automatic response when similar situations occur.

Kayleen encourages everyone to have the experience, until you have the experience you don't know what can happen. Everything in our lives is

"You are an Unrepeatable Miracle"

created. We only ever have the present moment - there is no past or no future, only moments of now.

Some words of wisdom that Kayleen herself lives by are 'You are an unrepeatable miracle' . This is something that has stuck with her throughout the years. She explains 'no one can be the gift that you can be for others. There is no one like you' .

You can find Kayleen on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/KayMastClinic Bookings can also be made online via her Facebook page.

Are you doing all the right things, eating “healthy” , exercising and still feeling flat? We tend to have this perception that energy comes from our food; however anyone who has fasted for a long period will be able to tell you they tend to get more energy when fasting, not less. So why would that be so?

Our bodies are self-regulating and replacing cells all the time, or overcompensating for those which have become diseased. All disease starts at the cellular level when out of balance. To replace or de compose and rebuild billions of cells, as occurs in our bodies constantly, consumes energy.

A nutrient rich dietary intake is still important, because availability of nutrients assist in our metabolic processes and turnover of cells.

-Kiana Lee Diamond, LazyFit Lymphologist and Hypnotherapist

Swelling (inflammation) & blockages happen when stress occurs. Cells become deprived of nutrients, possibly from poor dietary choices, chemical overload, physical trauma or mental stress and emotional overwhelm, that your lymphatics simply can’t keep up with. It’s your lymphatic system’s job to take out the “garbage” so that nutrients and oxygen can reach the cells more efficiently to produce energy.

For better body balance, try minimising toxins (go organic, avoid over processed diets. Swap out your cleaning products for natural elements, vinegar, bi carb, lemon, essential oils for example). Practice breathing efficiency techniques, hydrating, and moving often. The lymphatic system loves light pressure (dry stroking, or gentle touch), physical activity or programs with known calming benefits to help us manage our hectic lifestyles better.

Why Yoga?

As a child and growing up in India we practiced some Yoga at school and home. Little did I know Yoga was a way of life not just practice of Asana (poses) or Pranayama (breathing). It is not just a form of exercise for the body. It is an exercise for our mind, body and soul. It is a way to connect with our true and deeper selves, to learn and accept ourselves, to believe that we are enough, we are our best version of us, to be content. Yoga develops inner awareness. It focuses your attention on your body's abilities at the present moment. It helps develop breath and strength of mind and body. However, Yoga is different for everyone and is different everyday. It can be whatever you want it to be for you. In other words, yoga is a true knowledge of the oneness of yourself with the source of all life.

Sulekha Lock - Supre Yoga

Why Supre Yoga Studio – Yoga for Everyone? Ø One main reason – My dad calls me “Supre” short for Supriya which in the Hindu religion in India simply means “Loved by All” So that’s why Supre Yoga Studio. I want it to be a little place Loved by All and a place everyone wants to go to. It might be to practise Asana (poses), to breathe or simply to forget about life for awhile and surrender themselves to their mats to find peace, quiet, happiness or whatever it is they might be seeking.

Power Over

Learn to recognise the signs of power misuse

Sissy Mylrea See Change Soulful Counselling & Hypnotherapy

One of the greatest gifts you can teach your child or yourself is about power and what it looks like in relationships. I have worked with thousands of children, families, and schools with a view that if I can educate about the cycle of power misuse that it would help stop cyclic violence.

Before I was educated in power in relationships, I thought violence was when there would be blood or physical signs that happened to others. Violence is more than that. It’s complex. Violence does not discriminate. I discovered through a unique non violence program Solving the Jigsaw that violence is using power over another to get them to do what you want. Using physical, verbal, emotional, monetary, and other sorts of power over / control methods, to make the person feel small so they will do what you want.

The first thing is to realise the power imbalance. The second part is to name it to the person if it is safe to do so or to tell someone you trust who may help. Use ‘I statements. ’

Example: “ I feel unloved and disconnected when you say I overthink everything. Please stop saying that. I would feel more connected and have more clarity if you would sit and talk to me about this.

Give it a go and don’t blame but say how you feel and start with ‘I’ .

Using Mindfulness to Tame the Inner Critic

By Candice Fraser The Kindness Couch

These were the words that came to mind when I realised I needed to stop living on autopilot and start living life fully. It was confronting and scary. It’s also a story I hear often from others. We can sense it in our body when life feels right, or not quite right. But where do you begin? The challenge is, when we look at life as a whole, it’s overwhelming, it’s a lot, too much in fact so we keep on keeping on as is. Here’s the secret - we are all one whole person, but we are all made up of many parts. Each part has needs. Your hurt inner child has a need to be held with selfcompassion. Your part that is hopeful needs meaningful goals to chase, and so on. When our needs aren’t being met, they begin to pile up, overwhelm creeps in and we can begin to lose ourselves. Meditating every day is an opportunity to gently look within, to see all the parts of yourself and to explore what they need, giving you an opportunity to then meet those needs and heal that part of yourself. Start by simply closing your eyes, connecting with your body, and asking yourself how you are feeling today.

Welcome Our World

Welcome to our world….. that’s the essential message at the heart of a Naming Day ceremony.

It’s a time to celebrate the arrival of a new member of the family, to acknowledge the great responsibility involved in bringing up a child, and it’s an opportunity for the parents to appoint those who will take on a significant support role in raising their child and encouraging them to become the best self they can be.

Throughout history, name giving has played an important role in the process of acknowledging new members joining a family. Way back in Ancient Rome, a son was not considered to be a member of the family until his father named him in a name giving ceremony. This even impacted on the right to inherit (and of course back

Leanne Smith Marriage Celebrant

then daughters didn’t even rate a mention!)

These days, a naming ceremony is often held as part of the 1st Birthday celebrations, or at a time when the family can gather together to acknowledge the newest arrival. God parents, who are often called mentors, guardians (or even fairy godmothers and fairy godfathers) are appointed and given the opportunity to accept their important role. The parents may share the significance of the names they have chosen, and grandparents can share their feelings about this special time. The name is formally given to the child and then everyone joins in the celebration of this special day. There may be rituals too: lighting candles, inviting guests to join in compiling a wish bowl or box, creating a thumb print tree, or blending coloured sands are just a few ideas.

It’s important to note there is a difference between a Christening, which welcomes a new

It's important to note there is a difference between a Christening and a Naming Ceremony

member into a Church and a Naming which welcomes a new member into a family. Usually, a Naming Day ceremony is quite short and relaxed, often held outdoors in a park or a garden, almost always followed by a party to celebrate and as with all important celebrations, it’s most likely there will be CAKE!

Whilst it is most common for a Naming ceremony to take place for a young child, there are also some situations where older children and adults will choose to change their name and will wish to have their new name recognised, accepted, and acknowledged by their family and friends- another lovely reason for a celebration.

If you would like any further information about planning a Naming ceremony, or if you have any questions please ask anytime, I do love to chat about all types of ceremony.

Leanne

What is Gut Health and Why is it Important?

By Caitlin Buttenshaw Caitlin Jane Naturopath "Gut health” describes the function and balance of bacteria in the many parts of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) including the mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, and colon. In an ideal situation, the organs all work together to breakdown and digest food without discomfort, allowing nutrients to enter the bloodstream and flow throughout out body.

Many factors can influence gut health including poor dietary habits and lack of diversity in the diet, excessive alcohol and caffeine intake, some pharmaceutical medications, chronic stress, antibiotic use, lack of sleep, food intolerances or allergies, environmental exposures, poor eating habits, and more!

Some signs and symptoms that suggest your gut might need some love include typical digestive symptoms such as bloating, gas or burping, reflux or heartburn, irregular bowel patterns, nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain or discomfort, and food intolerances, and other symptoms such as chronic fatigue, low immunity, skin conditions (acne, eczema, psoriasis), nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, hay fever or asthma, allergies, mental health conditions, and more!

What are my top tips to improve your gut health? Start by getting back to the basics!

1. Eat a diverse nutrient-rich diet with plenty of whole foods, fibrous foods, healthy fats, prebiotics, probiotics, and quality proteins. Our gut microbiome thrives on diversity. Aim for 30 different plant sources per week - Including vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, grains, legumes, herbs, spices, and herbal teas. 2. Limit highly processed foods or foods high in trans or saturated foods. Aim for an 80/20 approach – 80% wholefoods, 20% soul foods. 3. Cut down on your sugar, caffeine and alcohol intake. 4. Manage your stress, especially at meal times. Avoid eating in a stressed or anxious state or take a few big deep breathes before you start your meal. 5. Practice mindful eating & chew your food properly. Avoid eating on the run or in front of your computer at work, sit down and take your time to eat. 6. Drink plenty of clean water - at least 2L per day. 7. Move your body daily – any movement is good movement! 8. Get plenty of restful sleep – aim for 78 hours per night (if you can!). Gut health can be quite complex and can look different on everyone. For individualised advice and to understand what’s going on for you, chat to a registered Naturopath or Nutritionist!

Mental Health and Common Quandaries

Things are starting to fray, and life is getting just a bit overwhelming. Your relationships are rocky, or you have a few unhelpful habits you just cannot shake! Maybe things are even going way too well, and you want to ensure you can manage the responsibility or avoid sabotaging your golden opportunity!

By some flash of genius or a friendly prod, you decide to seek some professional guidance… but who does what? How find the right one? Where do I even begin?

In this article I hope to give a crash course outlining the common roles of mental health providers and what they offer, where to begin your search, and some suggestions about how to find the right therapist for you.

Counsellor: A qualified professional that utilizes “talk therapy” to help create a dialogue around present life challenges and personal distress, and work collaboratively with the client to formulate goals and strategies to overcome these hurtles and improve overall wellbeing.

Psychotherapist: This term is also unregulated in Australia and can be used interchangeably with counsellor. However, the title can carry a separate definition and approach. Psychotherapy is another form of “talk therapy” , akin to counselling, that places greater focus on a deeper processes, repressed emotions and memories, and the subconscious.

By Keanu Jones KLJ Counselling Psychologist: Typically, a more analytically focused profession as their university education centers around the brain, memory, cognitive processes, learning and development, as well as data and statistical assessment and analysis. Alongside talk therapy, psychologists can provide assessment tools and diagnostic interventions. Helpful if you want an I.Q test or to check for a cognitive disorder.

Psychiatrist: Trained as medical professionals before acquiring specialization in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and mental illness. They may provide talk therapy services, check for cognitive disorders, as well as prescribe psychotropic medications.

Life Coach: An individual that oversees your personal development of skills, strategies, and goals for personal and/or professional success. Usually an expert and role-model in their area of coaching such as fitness, nutrition, entrepreneurship, finance, etc. May not possess formal and in-depth the training and expertise in psychology and mental health and their interventions.

*Due to regulation issues in Australia anyone can call themselves a counsellor without any training or qualifications, so be sure to check the person has been trained through a reputable college and is a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) or the psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). Further note that it is illegal for an individual to operate as a psychologist without a recognized qualification and official registration with a governing body of psychology.

Animal Attraction

“When an 85 pound mammal licks your tears away, and then tries to sit on your lap, it’s hard to feel sad.

Dogs are good for us. The conclusions of ten research studies involving data from nearly 4,000,000 people showed that engaging with a dog can help us to live longer. The calming effect of petting a dog can lower stress hormones, reduce blood pressure, heart disease and the risk of death. It’s is also good for the dog.

No wonder dogs have been used for therapeutic purposes since the middle ages when they were used in Europe to help improve the health of people with nervous conditions and mental illness. In the mid 1800’s, Florence Nightingale recommended the use of small animals in hospitals for their health-giving properties. In the early 1900’s, psychiatrist, Sigmund Freud was using his own Chow Chow dog to facilitate connection with his patients.

And it is not just dogs; cats have also been shown to improve the health and wellbeing of their owners. Horses were used by the Greeks and by physicians in the 17th Century to aid patient well-being. In recent times, the use of animals for therapy is being increasingly explored and even keeping fish has been shown to increase the self-management skills of children with diabetes. The rehabilitation of prisoners has been improved by their training and caring for animals ranging from dogs to farm animals. But anyone who loves their dog doesn’t need research to know that domestic animals have secret powers and are a blessing in our lives. Joyous welcomes, quiet companionship, eagerness to please, devotion and inability to argue back are all qualities we may sometimes find ourselves secretly wishing our partners could have.

.All dogs are therapy dogs in their own way. Which is why our Therapy Dog Walking and Social group which meets monthly is for “people with certified assistance dogs, people with non-certified assistance dogs, and anyone who find dogs therapeutic, whether they own a dog or not” .

The next walk will be In Yeppoon on August 4th, meeting at Anderson Park by the boat ramp at 8.30am. For any enquiries, please ring Dory on 0408 577 403.

By Dory Hickey Navigate - NDIS Support Co-Ordination & Recovery Coaching

Picture Supplied by Dory Hickey

Moon Musings

Your monthly guide to what's happening in the astrological world

The Full moon this month falls in the Air sign, Aquarius on the 12th August at 11:36am AEST

As the Moon represents our emotional body, as it enters Aquarius our relationship with our emotions may feel more complicated as The sign of Aquarius has a strong need for emotional independence and freedom! Aquarius also represents the 11th house, known as the house of community and friendship so the focus for this full moon can bring themes around feeling a sense of belonging in your community or social groups, How you feel about your place within those dynamics, do you feel free to express yourself authentically or is there a feeling of restraint there? Saturn will have some influence over the energy of this full moon by sitting only a few degrees away.

Saturns influence may show up in opportunities for growth as lessons or areas of resistance, highlighting the limitations we put on ourselves or making our emotions a little harder to truly feel.

Along with that we have a little Uranus energy entering this dynamic as in sits in what we call a T-square aspect with the sun and moon.

By Heidi Reeves Sol Rising Astrology

Uranus likes to change things up, shake things about and give us a little wake up call so don’t be surprised if your emotions feel a little scattered around this time.

To release the tension during this lunar cycle try leaning into what feel true for you.

Which emotions are no longer serving you that you are ready to let go of?

How can you be the change that needs to happen in your circle?

Where can you show gratitude for the friends that support you no matter what?

Take some time to think about these questions and let go of what you don’t want to bring with you into this next phase of life.

New Moon in Virgo.

This months New Moon falls in our current season of our Earth sign, Virgo on the 27th of August at 6:17pm AEST.

The energy of Virgo highlights the element of earth, our physical body, our day to day living, health and practical intelligence.

As a Mutable sign, Virgo’s strength lies in transforming the mundane tasks into enjoyable, heart filling experiences. Virgo is a practical sign that tends to be more in the head than in the heart and this can sometimes manifest as physical ailments in our body. So this New moon is a fantastic time to focus on health and wellness.

Mental and emotional wellbeing as well as the physical are important during this lunar cycle.

When we focus on healing the mind the body benefits too.

When: Friday 9th September, 2022 Where: Meeting Room, The Hub, 79 James Street, Yeppoon Time: 9.00am – 12.30pm Cost: Free Limited numbers, so register with Scharryn Kneen as soon as possible by emailing: scharryn@gmail.com

Dying to Know Day is an annual campaign that empowers Australians at all stages of

life to live well and die well

Join the Conversation –‘ get dead set’ on end-of-life, death and dying

Free Event | Monday 8 August | 10.30am – 12.30pm

Room A Community Centre 80 John Street Yeppoon Information and Bookings Community Centre 4913 3840

Join us for morning tea and hear from: • Guest speaker Ann Bartuschat from the Primary Health Network (PHN) will speak about the Compassionate Community movement and the importance of Advance Care Planning. • Sandy Paton from Capricorn Community Development Association Compassionate Communities, launching a service directory for Livingstone & Rockhampton regions, providing choices for an improved quality of life and preparing for a good death. • Desley Cowley, Leave a Legacy for Loved Ones – in Your Lifetime, Desley helps individuals and families write their stories, express their wishes and capture their important memories and events, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations • Mona Elkhishin representative of Wellways Carer Gatetway will be talking about how she can support carers within our community. All carers need support, and she will be there to show just how easy it is. • Gill Casey from Livingstone Shire Council Cemeteries speaking about available burial vs ashes options and the processes involved when people die including information about what the new cemetery will look like.

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