Soulful Features
August 2001

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Personal Rituals.

Each thought, each action in the sunlight of awareness becomes sacred.
In this light, no boundary exists between the sacred and the profane.
I must confess that it takes me a bit longer to do the dishes, but I live
fully in every moment, and I am happy. 
~ Thich Nhat Hanh

This month, we're exploring "Personal Rituals for Soulful Living." Our expert panel of contributors offer us their guidance and techniques for bringing sacredness into our everyday lives, through the simple and transformative process of incorporating personal rituals and practices into our daily routines.

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May peace and joy be yours as you live each day more soulfully!

THIS MONTH'S FEATURES:

"Personal Rituals for Soulful Living"
by Jane Alexander, a UK-based writer on natural health, holistic living and contemporary spirituality. She is the author of ten books, including "Spirit of the Home," "The Five Minute Healer" "Detox for the Body, Mind, and Spirit," "Sacred Rituals at Home," and her newest, "The Energy Secret." Her website is www.smudging.com.

"Find Your Real Self with Bedtime Rituals"
by Jon Robertson, writer, editor, journalist, and speaker, who has spent a lifetime studying religion, philosophy, and Eastern thought. He is author of "The Sacred Bedroom," co-author of "The Sacred Kitchen," and author of "The Golden Thread of Oneness." A produced playwright and lyricist, Jon lives and works in Virginia Beach, Virginia. His website is www.jonrobertson.com.

"Draw Your Way to Clarity, Health and Balance"
Read Karen's Monthly Column at SoulfulLiving.com, "Being Present."
by Karen Deborah Farris, a successful counselor, healer, and bodyworker, who, for more than fifteen years, has taught extensive  self-discovery workshops. She is the author of, "MESHE, HESHE, MISON & ORBIT: What My Grandmother Taught Me About the Universe." She is also a monthly columnist at SoulfulLiving.com. (www.MESHE.com)

"Serenissima, a Found Goddess of Transformation"
by Barbara Ardinger, Ph.D., author of "Practicing the Presence of the Goddess" and "Goddess Meditations," she lives with her cats, Schroedinger and Heisenberg, in Southern California. She is an initiated Dianic Witch and holds the Green Tara initiations, given to her by Dagmola Jamyang Sakya. She also writes book reviews that are published in numerous magazines, including SageWoman and PanGaia. (www.barbaraardinger.com)

"Bagua Areas, Chakras, and Essential Oils"
by Jami Lin, consultant, lecturer, founder of EarthDesign and www.jamilin.com, and author of "Feng Shui Today: Earth Design the Added Dimension" and "The Essence of Feng Shui: Balancing Your Body, Home, and Life with Fragrance."  Her website is www.jamilin.com. 

"Using Scent for Personal Rituals"
by Mandy Aftel, a consultant and founder of Aftelier, through which she creates one-of-a-kind perfumes for individuals and private labels. She is also a counselor who specializes in helping artists and writers. She is the author of "Essence and Alchemy" and "The Story of Your Life: Becoming the Author of Your Experience." Her website is www.aftelier.com.

"A Sabbath Life: One Woman's Search for Wholeness"
by Kathleen Hirsch, the author of "A Sabbath Life: One Woman's Search for Wholeness," "Songs from the Alley," and "A Home in the Heart of the City." She is co-editor of Mothers. She lives with her family in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts.

"Creating Space for Yourself"
by Jennifer Baltz, holistic minister and writer, and co-author of "Aura Awareness: What Your Aura Says About You." She offers intuitive counseling and intuition training, both one-on-one and in group classes. Her website is www.creativespirit.com.