Table of Content:

1. A choice to Heal [part 2] by Petrene Soames
2. News Release about the Rebirthers' Trial in Denver, Co.
3. Vegan recipe: Carrot cake

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1. A choice to Heal [Part 2] by Petrene Soames

Read Part 1 of this article in our March 2001 Issue.

What is illness and imbalance?
Illness and imbalance are a conscious choice, and there are many different reasons for making that choice. Such an affirmation may be very difficult to accept if you have a loved one who is dying of cancer. But as you stay longer with the process of unraveling the mind and the emotions, you will see that it is so. Imbalance can be a desired way of being and as useful to us as balance itself. It is our choice to decide how long a state of imbalance lasts. We have the answers and the knowledge within us to restore balance to an imbalanced state of being.

To say that illness is the result of imbalance is a quick answer to a very complex, and yet at the same time, simple subject. We will need to go further into ourselves, beyond anything written or thought, before we can discover that after all there are no imperfections, only differences. We have become biased towards the view of imperfection being bad, rooted deeply in our minds within concepts that have truly never been our own. When we look at the idiosyncrasy of past and present geniuses, all peculiarities appear to be forgiven and understood when viewed in the light of their often spectacular offerings to mankind. In our present, differences are being explored and integrated, even held up for our inspection and understanding. Differences and imperfections are no longer now so often ignored, but rather valued, and slowly integrated into that great and colorful mass of matter which contains thoughts, emotions and experiences, and that each one of us, as individuals, lends ourselves to, making up together the wonderful thing which we call humanity and reality.

Believing you are perfect and have the power to heal is a fact waiting to be accepted. It is also a feeling and a knowing that you will need to let grow. You will also need to become aware of and examine the origins of anything that tells you otherwise. This is the first basic step in taking back your own power and knowing you have a choice to heal. Remember that no established thoughts, facts, figures, or even millions of other people telling you differently are more real or valid than this statement: You have the choice to heal and, furthermore, you can heal yourself. Now, the only thing stopping you from healing yourself is belief, commitment, making decisions, and knowing how. This is an exciting prospect.

Back to simplicity
Simplicity is a valuable tool in our self-healing process. Modern medicine and science might lead us to believe that the healing process is highly complex. There may be truth in this also, but we can focus on simplicity and have it work for us. It is wonderful to expand your vision and your awareness to watch the healing process taking place. It is wonderful to realize the simplicity, as well as the complexity of the emotions, times and events, which led you to your initial choice of illness and imbalance. For, as you look closer, and become more aware, you will see the interconnectedness of everything. During your self-healing work, keep things simple, because they are. Choosing the path of simplicity does not mean that you label yourself, or will be labeled, as naïve. On the contrary, it means that you are aware enough, and trusting enough of yourself, to realize that simplicity is an important and very real pathway to follow.

Simplicity will work time and time again where complexity often fails. For example, if you ask yourself: "Why do I have a pain in my shoulder or cramps in my legs?" and you feel and receive the answer, "Because I do not feel loved and cared for, I am not receiving enough attention from those I love," accept this answer, as it may well be as simple as that. This answer may also be true for far greater and more complex illnesses and imbalances. Work with the simple answers you receive and follow through with your own simple actions. There is no need to look for problems when they often do not exist, although it is easy to slip into complex self-diagnosis as well as seek outside diagnosis and theories. At the same time, do not allow yourself to become over anxious about aches and pains, or even bigger problems, when you know you are already dealing with them. For now, it is important to remember that we have a choice. During your experiences with self-healing, you may hear a little voice in your head saying: "It cannot be that simple!" But the truth is: Yes it can!

Adapted from THE ESSENCE OF SELF-HEALING: HOW TO BRING HEALTH AND HAPPINESS INTO YOUR LIFE. Copyright by Petrene Soames. ISBN # 0-9700444-0-2.

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2. News Release about the Rebirthers' Trial in Denver, CO

News Release sent to Colorado Media Outlets
and News Wires nationwide- April 7th, 2001

The truth about Rebirthing

The whole of Colorado community is in a state of horror and shock as they followed closely the trial of Evergreen therapists Connell Watkins and Julie Ponder at the Jefferson County District Court after the death of 10-year old Candice Newmaker during a rebirthing.

"Like many people across the country I am horrified, appalled and saddened" said Petrene Soames, a professional rebirther with 12 years of experience and author of The Essence of Self-Healing. "Rebirthing does not involve covering the head or face with blankets or pillows or anything else. It most definitely does not involve putting weight of any kind on top of the client. During a rebirthing session, any sign of distress should be immediately reacted upon and the session stopped. I understand that the girl was called a 'quitter', that she vomited, and was even allowed to soil herself and told to die. This is not rebirthing. It is absolute abuse."

Ms Soames describes the rebirthing session as a deep connected breathing technique where soft music and lighting are often used. The idea is for the client to be emotionally supported and allowed to release emotional pain in a safe, warm and comfortable environment. It is a highly positive, powerful, uplifting and releasing therapy for anyone who feels stuck, blocked or in any kind of emotional pain. Often people report getting more out of one rebirthing session than many years of therapy.

"At one point during the rebirthing session the fetal position is assumed. The client is rocked gently, their hair maybe stroked lightly and perhaps the back rubbed gently. The client is verbally encouraged to relax and let go. This is a very nurturing part of the session. Rebirthing is empowering and a client would not be called a "quitter" or any other negative term" added Ms Soames.

Although the word "rebirthing" implies to "be reborn", clients are not asked or expected to reenact the birth experience. Some rebirthers may use this approach, but it is not the essence of rebirthing.

3. Vegan recipe: Carrot Cake

Dry Ingredients:

• 3 cups of flour
• 1 1/2 cup of sugar
• 2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 2 teaspoon of cinnamon (that's up to you)
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• A handful of crunched nuts (pecans, walnuts… you decide)

Wet Ingredients:

• 3 eggs replacer (I use the Enter egg replacer)
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla
• 1 cup of unsweetened apple sauce
• 2 cups of shredded carrots
• 1 cup crushed pineapple with juice
• A handful of raisins (let them soaked in hot water for 10 minutes with a touch of your favorite spirit, then drain)

Decoration:

• Slivered almonds that you toast for decoration and great taste
• For the frosting, use one pack of Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese (that I mentioned last month), powdered sugar and rice milk or just buy a vegan frosting at your supermarket.

Let's put everything together...
Mix all dry ingredients together. Add wet ingredients and mix until blended. Do not overmix. Lightly spray a 9x13 pan or 2 8x8 with some vegetable spray. Pour the cake batter. Bake about 35 to 45 minutes in a preheated 350 degree oven or until cake is ready (you know what I mean about time!).

This cake can be a bit heavy. Use the frosting and toasted almonds to make it look good. Make a double layer cake! The almonds bring a fabulous touch to the taste too! If you have a tip to make it lighter, e-mail us.

Note from Etal:
Add one birthday candle in the middle and celebrate the ONE MONTH of "The Essence of Self-Healing" with your family and friends!

Interesting web sites about vegetarianism:

• http://www.peta-online.org/ [People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals]
• http://www.vegweb.com/ [Veggies Unite! - Lots of free recipes]
• http://petrene.com/articles/vegetarian.htm "To be or not to be a vegetarian" by Petrene Soames.

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