| The Heart to Heart Healing Connection |
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| October 2008 Newsletter
Issue #12 |
Staying "Connected" Happy Fall! As we approach the time of Thanksgiving (I know, I'm early!!), I want to say THANK YOU to all of you who have been so supportive of Jess and myself - those of you who pass this newsletter on to your contacts and for all of the wonderful comments you give us about it. Our newsletter group continues to grow - and for those of you who don't know, we do have a link on our website where people can read the newest edition and sign up to receive it themselves. We are very grateful to you all. Speaking of our website, Jess has updated it with the pictures we took of the booth we had the Natural Living Expo sponsored by Spirit of Change. We spent the weekend in Sturbridge and did we have a blast! Jess brought her cards (and was busy with readings all weekend); I promoted IET® and The Amethyst BioMat. I don't think we had more than 30 minutes of downtime in the entire weekend. It was wonderful to reconnect with "old" friends we hadn't seen in a while and to meet so many great and interesting people. The BioMat continues to call people and the response has been magnificent. Speaking of the response - for those of you who have been on it (and this includes those who are now owners of your own BioMat) - I am looking for testimonials from you. It's time to start putting some together for folks to see. I received some previously, but none of late. For new readers: The BioMat is a marvelous gift and tool for healing. It holds the energy of the Mother - it is profound love and light; it incorporates amethyst crystals, negative ions and far infrared light. Its primary gift is that of deep relaxation - and we all know the importance of relaxation in the healing process. The fact that the BioMat is an FDA-approved Class III Medical Device in itself speaks of the "healing ability" of it. It's good for pain, joint stiffness, and balances the pH by decreasing acidity. It alleviates allergies, headaches, insomnia, exhaustion and tension. It provides a higher sense of alertness and mental clarity, decreases drowsiness, depression and stress. It helps with digestion and is good for respiratory issues. The Mat is useful in nervous system disorders, heart, stomach, skin and teeth issues. I am hearing great responses have been seen with children with autism, bi-polar disorder, cancer, loss of hearing, scars disappearing, back spasm relief. The Mat is available in different sizes - for both home and/or professional use. If you are interested in trying it, please call me. We have a new IET® series starting in Agawam. I'll be in the Berkshires again (YAY!) at Vicki Baird's space later in the month, so those of you in the Lee/Pittsfield area who have been wanting to take IET® can stay in your own neighborhood. I'll also be in Rye, NH in November with Basic, and Intermediate in December. I am VERY excited to share this next bit of news with you. Stevan Thayer will be offering a Basic IET® Certification Training weekend at Kripalu in February, 2009. The class will be a combination of Basic Integrated Energy Therapy® and Healing Angels of The Energy Field. He offered the combination class at Omega this year and it was a huge hit, so he decided to offer it in the Berkshires. This is a wonderful opportunity to study with Stevan, as he normally teaches the Master-Instructor Training programs only. Stevan is a wonderful teacher; I did my original Master-Instructor training with him. I am doubly excited because in addition to taking another training with him, I have been invited to assist with this class! We have information on our website, but all registrations will need to be done through the registration page on the Kripalu website. Jess has rescheduled her next Evening with the Other Side to Friday, December 5 from 6:30 to 8:30. Here is your opportunity to connect with loved ones who have crossed over - and Jess is a wonderful channel for this. The event fills quickly, due to the space size - and is a great deal for $30.00. On October 21st, John Odlum will return; we SO enjoyed our evening on Chakras and Essential Oils that we asked John to consider bringing his medicinal aromatherapy meditation workshop to Heart to Heart. Mark your calendars - this event is on Tuesday, October 21st, 6:30 - 9:00 pm and is $25.00. I know both these events will be WONDERFUL and are likely to fill early, so consider calling in your reservation now. A sneak peek for November: We have a Reiki I class on November 1 . . . we have Celina McMahon's Christmas Wishes Workshop on November 8 from 10:00 - 11:30 am . . . consider joining us in Southbury, CT at the Soul Searching Expo on Sunday, November 9th . . . we will host Annie Kelleher from The Purple Rose in Tariffville, CT on Tuesday, November 11th with her Eating . . . The Angel Way workshop . . . and John Odlum will come back on Tuesday, November 18th for another mediation event. So, that's my end of things here for October. I hope you are all staying well and enjoying the beauty and all that fall has to offer. Until next time - again, please know we appreciate you. As always, remember - if you have a workshop or something you would like to offer in our space, please let me know. We would be happy to have you. ~ Michelle |
Getting "In Touch with Spirit" ~ Jess' Corner Welcome to October! After ending September with a very FUN time with Michelle at the Natural Living Expo in Sturbridge last weekend, I'm taking a couple of weeks' hiatus from readings and classes to rest, and to prepare for my big musical performance this coming weekend. You've heard me talk about Friends Helping Friends the past couple of months, and now the time is finally here! You have a few more days to get your tickets in person from me, Michelle, or Suzie for just $20. At the door on the day of the concert, the tickets are $25. I hope you can join us for a delightful afternoon of musical styles from classical to jazz to showtunes! A brief reminder to those in Connecticut: I will be at Invitation to Live in Avon and Soleil Healing and Arts in Winsted offering An Evening with the Other Side this month. And as Michelle mentioned, I will be offering my last Evening with the Other Side event for the year at Heart to Heart on Friday, December 5th. Please visit my website for more information on the events and how to register - these are sure to be fun evenings connecting with your loved ones in Spirit! Now, on a different note . . . those of you who know me well, know that I am a HUGE fan of the show House, M.D. I'm generally not a TV-watcher, but that is one of the two shows I will actually clear off my calendar to watch, when possible. ;) I was eagerly anticipating the season premiere a couple of weeks ago. Now, on most occasions I don't pay attention to the titles of specific episodes, but - "coincidentally" - I happened to see this one: "Dying Changes Everything." Dying Changes Everything. That caught my attention rather quickly, as you might imagine. It's true, isn't it? When someone leaves their physical body, doesn't everything seem to change? For the soul that has transitioned into Spirit, certainly everything changes! They have to remember what it is like to be without that dense, physical form that they have become so "used to," and to be in spirit once again. They have to learn how to effectively communicate with those who are left here, because it's their job to let us know they're still around! And as we know, for those left behind, dying does indeed change everything. There is the grieving process to work through, which can be short for some, and much longer for others. There is the adjustment, learning to live without their physical presence and to accept that just because they can't physically be with us doesn't mean that the connection with them has "died," too. For some, other things like their routine, jobs, home, even people they spend time with or beliefs they hold may change. However, in saying all of this . . . I don't believe the statement "dying changes everything" is a bad thing. Many times, the changes that happen force us to look at our lives, to re-evaluate and determine what is most important. Sometimes the change that comes from someone's passing can motivate us to not only change ourselves, but change the world - or at least our corner of it. Personally, experiencing the grief from passings of family members, friends, and of course the four-legged ones in the family has always been a huge motivator for me, personally. I know that grief was very much part of what lead me to the spiritual path I am currently on, and what lead me to study psychic and metaphysical topics in depth. So, as fall moves into full swing and Mother Nature paints the trees with Her beautiful palate of colors, I encourage you to take some time and reflect on the changes you have made in your life as the result of passing the passing of your loved one(s). This is not an exercise in self-judgment; it's an exercise in acknowledgement. We are often lead to believe (by society, loved ones, and other outside influences) that change is "bad." If you currently hold that belief, practice surrendering it as you take note of how far you have come. Remember, even baby steps are progress! There is no race, no right or wrong way to do this. Again, no judgment - just an honest look at how the journey of grief, no matter how great or small, has shaped you into the person you are today. I bet you will be pleasantly surprised to discover the results! Until next newsletter, wishing you blessings and joy, in all-ways! ~ Jess |
Calendar of Events Individual sessions with Michelle and readings with Jess are always available! Interested in bringing classes in Reiki, IET®, Intuitive Development or Mediumship to your healing center or your area? We have several exciting events coming to The Heart to Heart Healing Connection this fall and winter: Friends Helping Friends ~ Rays of Hope is dedicated to offering community education and outreach about breast cancer, providing accessible and advanced breast cancer care from diagnosis to treatment and recovery, and funding breast cancer research and funding through Baystate Health Foundation. Join Jess Steinman, and her friends Jessica Freeman, Emma Klein, and Peter and Abby Thomsen for a FUN-raising afternoon of music! This concert is hosted by Team Wiggins Warriors, and proceeds benefit the Rays of Hope. Saturday, October 4th - 3:00 pm Tickets are available at the Heart to Heart Healing Connection for $20 each, and will be available at the door for $25.00 - payable by cash or check made out to "Rays of Hope." Contact Michelle or Jess for more information! Integrated Energy Therapy® 
This year The Center of Being began offering regional Support Groups for IET® Master Instructors. According to The Center of Being's website, the goal of these support group meetings is to provide the type of support that participants want in a way that not only helps them heal individually, but helps to build a supportive community. Michelle will be offering two more of these support group meetings in 2008 at The Heart to Heart Healing Connection. The cost for each meeting is $25.00, and pre-registration is required. Sunday, October 5th - 1:00 to 4:00 pm Journey with the Plants and Trees 
John Odlum, from The Essence of Bring at Johnnycake Mountain in Burlington, CT, is an advanced medicinal aromatherapist who has over 10 years experience working with plant and tree essences. He presented a fun and enlightening Chakra Essence Workshop in September, and we are delighted to have him return for a Meditation Workshops in October and November! Therapeutic grade essences carry the sacred message of the Plant and Tree Kingdoms. The combination of scent, energy and consciousness of these pure essential oils is a great aid in helping us remember our interconnectedness with all of Nature. Learn through direct experience how using essences can harmonize every aspect of your life and bring you closer to your True Path. Tuesday, October 21st Tuesday, November 18th Christmas Wishes Workshop 
Join life coach Celina McMahon, of Contained Within, as she guides you to make your very own Christmas Wishes Ornament Box! These delightful boxes are ornaments that hang on your Christmas tree (or where ever you have space!). Inside each box is a stack of paper. Every year write your wishes, dreams and hopes for the coming year on the paper. Then believe in the magic of the season to make your wishes come true. Click here for more information on this exciting and fun workshop! Saturday, November 8 Eating . . . The Angel Way Annie Kelleher is the author of eleven novels published in five languages, including the internationally acclaimed Through the Shadowlands trilogy. A grandmother, and the mother of six, Annie is a survivor of domestic violence. A long-time student of the metaphysical and esoteric arts, Annie has studied with Vicki Noble and Deena Metzger among others and offers intuitive readings using the Mother-peace Tarot, mediumship and automatic writing to bring forth messages of hope and healing. She is also a Reiki Master and part-owner of The Purple Rose in Simsbury, Connecticut. Eating . . . The Angel Way is a workshop for those of us who:
There is a kinder, gentler way . . . the Angel Way. Where we see imperfection, the Angels see divine manifestation. Join Annie Kelleher to learn how you can begin to tap into your body's innate wisdom, connect to the divine, and find the foods and the lifestyle choices to nourish your sacred Self, embrace your unique path to health, and clear your own intuitive channels through which Divine Grace flows. Tuesday, November 11th Tune into the healing energy of angels with Integrated Energy Therapy® Sunday, October 19 - "The Space" at Vicki Baird's, Pittsfield, MA - Basic IET® Special Note: Michelle will be assisting Stevan Thayer for the Integrated Energy Therapy® Certification Training at the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge, February 20 - 22, 2009! Click here for more details or to register for this fun and informative weekend training! Learn what everyone is talking about - Reiki! Wednesday, October 1 - The Heart to Heart Healing Connection, Agawam, MA - Reiki II Meet and Work with The Healing Angels of the Energy Field! Saturday, January 17, 2009 - The Crystal Garden, Boynton Beach, FL "Listen to Your Heart" - and get into your intuition!
The price for this one-day class is $175. Visit the calendar page for more information and to find out how to register! Go "Beyond the Book" - and learn how to read Tarot cards intuitively! Whether you are still new to the world of Tarot and want to build more of a connection with your deck, or if you have been doing readings "by the book" for a while and are ready to take the next step, this class is right for you. Join Jess as she guides you through four classes in developing your intuitive skills around Tarot.
The price for this four-session class is $150. Visit Jess' website for more information and to find out how to register! Spend "An Evening with the Other Side"! "An Evening with the Other Side" will be held on the following evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 pm: Thursday, October 16 - Invitation to Live, Avon, CT See Michelle and Jess at the Soul Searching Expo This Fall!
Many more classes and events are available at Heart to Heart - the listing here is only the beginning! Visit our website for more information about our class offerings and the full calendar of events. |
Thank you for reading the Heart to Heart Healing Connection newsletter. We hope you will come by and join us for a class or session soon! If you have something you'd like to offer at The Heart to Heart Healing Connection, whether it's a workshop or class, an event, etc - please give Michelle a call at 413-737-9443. We invite you to share this newsletter with your friends, family, and loved ones. If you would like to subscribe to the newsletter, or if you want to remove or change your currently subscribed email address, please contact the newsletter editor. Until the next newsletter, may the angels guide and protect you, and may you be surrounded in light, love, and healing! Michelle McCarthy & Jess Steinman |
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