Sue’s August 2011 Newsletter

Live simply.  Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God.

                                                            Ronald Reagan

BodyTalk Testimonial

One of my clients said recently (after two BodyTalk sessions): “I can feel the changes. Things are shifting and I feel better. This is great!”  Do you want to feel better, too? Come on in for a BodyTalk session and feel the

difference for yourself.

What Is BodyTalk?

Find my article about BodyTalk in this month’s Natural Awakenings Magazine on page 28. This free magazine is available in many locations including Whole Foods and Sun Harvest. You can also access it online:

http://www.naturalawakeningssa.com/NASA/Home_files/NA_SA_08_11_final.pdf

What Does It Take To Be Happy?

Dan Buettner has researched the secrets of the world’s longest living societies:

Lesson from Denmark:  Overall happiness is largely due to balanced schedules and varied social activities. On average, joining a club that requires you to show up once a month has the same impact on your happiness as doubling your income.

Lesson from Singapore:   Security has an important role to play. The short-term thrill of splurging is unlikely to produce as much authentic happiness as a sense of long-term financial security.

Lesson from Mexico:  Faith can enhance our sense of purpose and meaning in daily activities.

Lesson From California:  A key component of thriving is satisfying work and a short commute.

Vaccinate Or Make A Plan

The number of parents electing not to vaccinate their children is on the rise, which makes it more likely than before that those not vaccinated could contract a major illness.  So if you’re not having your child vaccinated, I have to ask,  what is your plan?

It’s true that most major childhood illnesses aren’t common, but if there is an outbreak, what will you do for your child?

Please make a list of the illnesses your child has not been vaccinated against, then map out how you will deal with each one. (If you don’t know what you’ll do for some illnesses, start researching now, not when your child is already sick.) For example:

Pertussis (Whooping Cough)—one drop of Oregano essential oil three times per day.

Varicella (Chicken Pox)—Calamine Lotion.

Then go through your list and purchase NOW what you may need, so that you have it. Major childhood illnesses are a big deal.  Don’t simply hope your child won’t get sick. You need to be prepared. Make a plan, and have products on hand.

Mind Over Matter

From Kathy Gruver massage therapist, naturopath and author:

“We can take all the supplements in the world, meditate daily, have a low body mass index and sleep like a baby, but if our minds and thoughts are negative, we are still not truly healthy. Studies estimate that we have 60,000 thoughts per day and that approximately 50,000 are negative. It’s no wonder people are struggling to be successful, happy and healthy.  We have been programmed for years to think the way we do. But if we can change our minds, then we can change our bodies.”

Cheap & Green

Lemon juice has many uses.

1)     Whiten your clothes without bleach:

Method #1 Instructions:

1.Place your white clothes in a large basin.

2. Fill the basin with very hot water.

3. Add a generous amount of lemon juice, and allow your white clothes to soak overnight.

4. The next day, remove your clothes from the basin and place in your washing machine with whatever product you’re using to wash your clothes (we hope it’s green!)

5. Wash as usual, and your whites should be brighter than ever!

Tips & Warnings

-Try it twice if the first time does not work to your satisfaction.

-Don’t let the mixture sit too long in the lemon juice!

Method #2:

For an easier, milder version of this technique, you can wash your clothes in your washer as normal, and during the rinse cycle, pour in about a cup of lemon juice. Then hang in the sun to dry. (From SmartKlean.com)

2)     Make your own wood polish:  combine ¼ cup fresh lemon juice and ¼ teaspoon of olive oil.

Anxiety In Your Gut?

McMaster University Researchers have shown that bacteria in the gut influences brain chemistry and behavior. Stephen Collins, Associate Dean of Research, said this indicates that “while many factors determine behavior, the nature and stability of bacteria in the gut appear to influence behavior and any disruption, from antibiotics or infection, might produce changes in behavior. “

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2011-05-anxiety-gut.html

Feet That Feel Good

The bottoms of our feet can get dried out in hot summer weather.  If your feet are dry and cracked, check out Boiron’s Calendula Ointment. (Not the gel.) A few days of use will get your feet  beach-ready, or at least headed in the right direction. (Available at health food stores.)

Pain Relief

In the United States, at least 116 million adults suffer from chronic pain conditions.  These chronic pain conditions cost $560-630 billion in health care expenses and lost productivity each year.  (Institute of Medicine, Washington, D.C., 2011). Pain relief is the reason many people swear by the Chi Machine.

“Forty years ago I was in a bad automobile accident that literally crushed the lower four discs of my spine. I have always had extreme pain and trouble sleeping after the smallest bit of exercise like gardening or mowing the lawn. After six weeks of using the Chi Machine, I can do all these things again. While I am on the Chi Machine, I sleep like a baby! I am so thankful that I am again able to do the things I love.”                                                            - Helen W.

The Sun Ancon Chi Machine—the only Chi Machine approved as a Class One Medical Device, is $429. That’s a lot of money, but if  you can stop buying pain killers, are no longer in pain and feeling better every day, it’s priceless. Go to www.hteamericas.com  to learn more. My distributor number is: A242859  If you would like to borrow a Chi Machine, to see what it can do for you, give me a call.

Something to think about:

“True health is self-made. Anyone desiring vibrant health will quickly realize that health is not provided by anyone other than him or herself. It is what you do, what you eat, what products you use, what you think, and what you put your energy into. Health is made of habits of all these potentially health promoting life choices.”

                                                            Keith Bodrero, DO PhD

San Antonio Area Aromatherapy Meetups

August 4:  At my house, 6:30 pm.  Fun Tips For Using Essential Oils. The more I read about Essential Oils, the more I learn. Tonight’s Meetup will cover many tips and hints I’ve recently discovered. Do you know how to get a “Jump Start” with Essential Oils? How about ways to take the oils internally, without using capsules? These are just a couple of tips I’ll be sharing. I hope you can come. Email or text to RSVP.

August 11:  At my house, 6:30 pm.  Back To School With Essential Oils. It's that time again! Come to this Meetup to learn how to use essential oils to get your child's school year off to the right start. From butterflies in the tummy to problems learning in class, essential oils can help.  Bryan will bring his Zyto Compass to this Meetup.  After the Back to School portion of the Meetup, he'll give a brief introduction and do a demo scan.  If you would like to be scanned, the cost is $10.  Email or text to RSVP

August 18:  At my house, 6:30 pm.  Essential Oil Basics..  Essential Oils are powerful and gentle, useful and fun. Come to this Meetup to learn what essential oils are, their history and how to use them. If you're new to Essential Oils, this is a great introduction. If you already use the oils, come anyway. There's always something new to learn!  Email or text to RSVP

August 25:   No Meetup this week.

Essential Oil Classes

I will be teaching six classes this fall through NISD’s Adult and Community Ed. The classes will be at Clark High School, Health Careers High School and the NISD Learning Center. You can follow the link to learn about them. Registration is available August 15. http://northsideisd.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassListing.ClassListingDisplay&int_category_id=3&int_sub_category_id=22

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Take care,

Sue

Sue Roddy Stewart, LMT

Certified BodyTalk Practitioner

(210) 415-5766

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