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This life-changing handbook by best-selling author Cheryl Richardson offers you 12 strategies to transform your life one month at a time. Designed as a practical, action-oriented program, each chapter challenges you to alter one behavior that keeps getting you in trouble.

The book is filled with personal stories of how Cheryl and others have learned to make the practice of Extreme Self-Care their new standard for living. With chapters such as “End the Legacy of Deprivation,” “Take Your Hands off the Wheel,” “The Absolute No List,” and “Does That Anger Taste Good?” you will stop the endless cycle of self-betrayal and neglect that stems from daily violations of self-care.

Each chapter includes a relevant resource section that offers books, Websites, audio programs, podcasts, and more should you want to explore a particular topic further.

The Art of Extreme Self-Care is a sane and sensible program that gives you the permission you need to dramatically upgrade your life!

About the Author:

Cheryl Richardson is the author of many bestselling books. Her work has been covered widely on national television, including The Oprah Winfrey Show, the Today Show, and Good Morning America. She is also featured in many top newspapers and magazines, that include: The New York Times and Good Housekeeping.

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Exhilara

By Exhilara, March 2009

Bradfield's exciting new project Exhilara is a vibrant and stimulating sonic departure for the artist all while retaining his spiritual touch. With its upbeat vibe and a few guest "wordless" vocals from Anael, Exhilara presents an eclectic, esoteric soundscape and a dynamic melodic counterpoint, a compelling fusion.

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Bold, bright berry flavor with soothing strawberry and blackberry highlights.

In this month’s article I would like to reflect on the impact expectations can have. Most of us human beings live our lives from an unconscious place, simply reacting to
‘outer’ circumstances. When we get up in the morning we might have an expectation of what the day will bring, or simply don’t give it much thought. As we go through our day we usually bounce around between different emotions depending on what kind of situations we find ourselves in. This way of living is coming from identification with mind. When we are identified with mind we don’t pay attention to what’s happening right now. We don’t fully live life, we simply miss it all by resisting the moment, projecting into the future or lingering in the past. We compare with past experiences and from this decide whether the situation is acceptable or not. This all happens from an unconscious level and is not good or bad, it is just the movement of mind. That’s all.

When we have expectations we are not open to new experiences. Yet, if we are not open to experience something new, we keep being stuck in the same experience over and over again and wonder why. From the mind’s perspective change is not good thing. Western society is based primarily on identification with mind. In our culture, change equals bad news and brings about a lot of fear. Yet, there are cultures that encourage change and support this, that live life by simply being in the flow of it.

When we expect life to be a certain way and it doesn’t meet our expectations we start to resist it. We resist life by resisting what’s happening in the moment. This can be seemingly little things like being in a traffic jam, having to wait in the line up at the super market or seemingly bigger things like not getting the job we wanted or a relationship that is not working. I write seemingly because ultimately, it simply is resistance to life itself when expectations are not met. When we resist life, we cannot experience the joy, bliss and happiness that are at the core of our being, just waiting for us to be embraced. When we keep holding on to our expectations we live on the periphery of our potential as a human being. We are searching for this bliss and yet stopping the experience of it by having expectations. It is like looking for your glasses while all the while you are wearing them.

When we are open and willing to go with the flow, seeing life as an adventure and embrace the uncertainty that comes with it we start to experience life from a depth that is beyond mind. How can live from this place? Simply notice it when you are resisting life. Simply notice when you find yourself frustrated when an expectation hasn’t been met., and most of all: smile as you notice this! When we smile we open ourselves up to the flow of life. Expectations might still be there, but by noticing them you can start to let them go. Notice them, smile and take a deep breath. Then, just see what happens! Have no expectations about not having expectations and simply enjoy the journeyJ

Susan will be facilitating the following mediation groups this month: Friday, September 25th Divine Journey Meditation, Sunday, Septemeber 27th Divine Creators. She will also be hosting an Introduction to Meditation on Monday, September 21st as well as several Reiki Instruction Courses.

Aries 1
Have you been distant in certain relationships in your life as of late? This is a good month to start communicating more with close relationships. This is also a good month to focus on healing certain relationships as well as focusing more on your own health and personal healing. This is also a good month to learn more about your health or to simply organize yourself better.

Taurus 2
You may find yourself needing to share more within your family or have unexpected guests within your home. This is also a good period to beautify or balance your home environment. Romance is highlighted. Many will find themselves swinging from introversion to extroversion.

Gemini 3
Take better care of yourself as you may be more prone to a cold or flu this month. This is a good time to detoxify or change your diet. Focus on improving your overall health. Many will also find themselves trying to organize their financial situation this month.

Cancer 4
You may find yourself needing some freedom from your relationships this month or do some traveling with a loved one. You may also find yourself engaged in learning or teaching related activities. Maybe you need to learn about how to balance your personal life with those around you.

Leo 5
How you share your time, resources or energy with those around you will be highlighted. Many will be engaged in research, analysis or investigation work. This is a problem solving month for you. Pay attention to areas of your life that need healing, from your body to your relationships and finances.

Virgo 6
You particularly need a long overdue vacation! You may feel like you are coming to your limits or wits end in some areas of your life. You may feel like everyone wants something from you or that you are trying to help solve too many people’s problems and not enough of your own. The best way to heal yourself right now is some time off and some rest and relaxation!

Libra 7
Freedom, independence and exploration are your keys this month. This is a time of personal growth for you, exploring the realms of philosophy, religion or higher education will benefit. Some relationships need space while others expand and grow. You will gain an understanding of who you’re true and most meaningful relationships are.

Scorpio 8
You are being asked to take on more leadership roles this month, within your career or within groups of people or friends. You may be asked to help organize groups of people or organize your work or career. This is a good month to be more physically active.

Sagittarius 9
Sleep is important for you as dreams will become much more active this month, pay attention! Don’t be alarmed if you’re feeling a little light headed or spacey, your intuition will be stronger. Take up something artistic, listen to more music, paint, dance, write or sing to your hearts content!

Capricorn 0
Take charge with your money this month, you may find yourself multitasking more than usual. You will be asked to be more of a decision maker. Sexual energy will be strong, this is a time for engaging in more physical exercise as you will have more energy, or pay more attention to your body. You will take on more of a leadership role when it comes to solving other people’s problems.

Aquarius -
This is a good money month for you! You will feel the need to communicate your values, ideas, and opinions. This is a time for you to get in touch with the pleasures of learning and teaching. This is also a good time for you to learn more about finances.

Pisces =
Also a good money month for you! Pay attention to what your priorities in life are. Indulge yourself a little more this month, go to the spa, enjoy good food, and sleep in a bit more often! Find what comforts you and learn to appreciate the simple pleasures of life.

Carl will be facilitating an Astrology Basics Workshop on Saturday, September 12th and a Astrology 101 Workshop on Saturday September 19th.

Click here to learn more about Carl and the services he provides.

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Divine Times September 2009

In this Month's Newsletter

Workshops & Events

September 2009

Book of the Month

The Art of Extreme Self-Care: Transform Your Life One Month at a Time

About the Author:

CD of the Month

Exhilara

Tea of the Month

Lady Hannah's Whole Fruit Tea

New Products

What do you Expect?

September Horoscopes