Category: Staff Picks
Author: heartbodyandsoul
I’m a lazy amateur as
trologist. (Or is it astrologer?) I find the topic fascinating and invariably on point. Love to work with those more knowledgeable than me who can connect the dots and create the pictures that are oh-so-familiar and at the same time oddly eye-opening. (“Of COURSE that’s me. That’s EXACTLY me. Why didn’t I SEE that??”) I buy astrology books and skim them, flipping to the parts that match my chart and nodding sagely as I once again see myself laid out there in New Times Roman font and squiggly astrological symbols.
But then there’s the whole putting-all-that-knowledge-to-use part. I envy those able to recognize and point out the impact of sextiles and squares and Jupiterian transits on my chart … but not enough to put in the work to get there myself. Just a fact. I’m sure the reason for it is buried in my natal chart somewhere if I knew where to look. I don’t.
But I HAVE found a wonderful resource that I can highly recommend: Llewellyn’s Daily Planetary Guide. For those of you who do understand Grand Trines and the impact of Plutonian retrogrades … you can find all that stuff in here, too. You who want the data to figure out the puzzle on your own will find what you need here. But for the rest of us, this guide ALSO has the Cliff Notes version: a weekly ‘highlights’ reel, with weekly summaries of the planetary energies at play, signposts to opportunity periods and warnings on when to tread lightly because tempers are likely to be on trigger point all round. Picking a wedding date? Looking at when to sign a contract, take the plunge on that new project, plan a trip? You can find out what the astrological weather looks like even if you do always confuse the symbols for Virgo and Scorpio. (Because really — why would they both look like ‘M’s’ anyway??)
And hey — congrats to us all for having survived the seven Uranus-Pluto squares that rocked the world from 2012-2015! Whatever that is.
Category: Blog, New News
Author: heartbodyandsoul
In the last several weeks, I’ve had three different conversations with people in search of community. Ours can be an isolating society. Finding avenues to meet new friends can be tough to find, especially if you’re past the bar-hopping stage of life or are an introvert at heart.
Gotta say — one of the most rewarding parts of opening Heart, Body, & Soul has been the number of people who have found community here. The broad range of discussion groups, book clubs, classes, & workshops available here is a perfect opportunity not only to learn more about a topic of interest, but to find others of like interests — to connect, commune, and find your tribe.
So if getting happy and healthy are among your New Year’s Resolutions … (and really, isn’t that what ALL of our New Year’s Resolutions are really about??) … read on. After all, at just three months open, we are ALL new here, so you’ll fit right in! Find what interests you and come join us. Options abound ….
SPACE CLEANSING WORKSHOP
w/ Erin Angst-Baker
Saturday, Jan 2, 1-3 pm
Our homes, cars, and workplaces are all filled with energy – good or not-so-good. Why marinate yourself in energetic ick?? Come learn how to energetically cleanse your environment – whether it’s just moving out that stale, stagnant energy or getting rid of unwanted guests of the non-physical sort (!!), Erin can walk you through how to take control of the situation. Cost is $20
FLOW-MOTION HOOPING!
Sunday, Jan 3, 3:30-4:30 pm — $5
Calling all hula hoop aficionados! When it gets too cold to practice your art outside, bring it into the studio at HBS. We have room for a max of 8 hoopers, so if you want to ensure you have a space, you may want to register in advance.
NEW BOOK CLUB STARTING!
1st & 3rd Thursdays, Jan 7 & 21, 1:30 – 3 pm
THE GIFT OF IMPERFECTION:
Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are
by Brené Brown.
Expect authentic discussion, challenging revelations, personal growth, and fellow travelers on the journey. Facilitated by Deborah Carney. Only cost is the purchase of the book, which we will have available at 10% off the publisher price.
INTRO TO YOGA THERAPY w/ Crystal DeShazo
Thursdays, Jan 7 & 21, 6:30 – 8 pm. Cost is $15.
Whether this is your first step onto a yoga mat or you are old friends, this class is for you. We will address your body’s needs on multiple levels using a gentle therapeutic approach of selected poses, mudras, breathing and relaxation techniques, meditation and more to help virtually ANY health condition, physical or psychological. Issues addressed will depend on what is most relevant to the attendees, but may include back pain & sciatica, anxiety, depression, headache, migraine, blood pressure, diabetes and more. Now is the time to listen and show up for YOU!
CHANGES: New Directions
A six-week course w/ Emelie Thibodeaux,
Thursday evenings from 6 – 8 pm, Jan 7 thru Feb 11.
CHANGES was created by Emelie Thibodeaux in 2007 to provide additional support for those involved with commercial diet plans. It has evolved over the years into a support group for those who want to change behaviors that are detrimental to other areas of their lives as well as their relationship with food. Part of the course is about accepting ourselves the way we are, realizing we have choices, and being gentle with ourselves when we make less than the best choices. It is about moving forward one step at a time.
Cost is $100 and includes a Changes Oracle Cards Deck, a journal, and all handout materials. Seating is limited so reserve your spot now!
EMBODIED WOMEN CHANTING: Expanding the Light
Jan 8 thru Feb 5, 10:30 – 11:45 am (Friday mornings)
Embodied Women Chanting is an opportunity for women to join an amazing, ferocious, compassionate, non-judgmental female-based community to explore group sound-creation in a safe and fun way. Sound — whether song, chant, outburst or conversation — is a shared vibration of the body. Embodied Chanting supports the whole body’s involvement in moving vocal energy within our Selves, our community and in connection with Spirit! This 5-week series will build upon the Solstice-to-Imbolc seasonal energies of Light & Fire.
Led by Victoria Day. Cost is $50 if prepay for all 5 sessions, or $13 per session for drop-ins.
WOMEN’S NEW MOON DRUMMING CIRCLE
Fri, Jan 8, 6:30 – 8 pm
Bring an instrument or borrow one of ours. Drummers of all experience levels (or none at all) are welcome in the circle. Suggested donation $5.
MANIFESTING THROUGH CHAKRAS
Saturday, Jan 9, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM w/ Melissa Tipton
In this two-hour workshop, you’ll discover how successful manifestation really works and how each chakra plays a crucial role in turning your desires into reality. Through discussion and a series of guided meditations, you’ll align your energy with your goals and get your chakras working in harmony to create your new reality. You’ll also get a helpful handout outlining the entire chakra manifestation process, along with recipes for using herbs, stones, oils and more to deepen your connection to the chakras. What a great way to start the new year! Cost is just $15.
ADVANCED 5 ELEMENT THEORY & MUSCLE TESTING
w/ Dr. Kim Fite
Saturday, Jan 9, 1-6 pm
Review muscle testing and balance using the Triad of Health (structural, biochemical, mental / emotional). Lots of hands-on practice. Must have completed Dr. Fite’s Beginning 5 Element Theory & Muscle Testing Class.
To register, contact Dr. Fite’s office directly at 573-875-4988. Cost is $200.
EXPLORING THE TAO
Jan 10th & 24th, (2nd & 4th Sundays), 2-4 pm
NOTE: Will return to 1st & 3rd Sundays in February
An open discussion group that meets to explore the many life lessons contained within the Tao Te Ching, a deceptively simple sacred and ancient writing attributed to Lao Tzu. Open to all. No previous experience with the Tao required. Led by Nicole Wei. No charge.
JEWELRY MAKING & CRYSTAL ENERGIES
Sat, Jan 10 & 23, 1-3:30 pm; $5 + Materials
Register in Advance to ensure sufficient materials for all.
Jewelry-making with a metaphysical twist. Not only will you learn the art of wire-wrapping, you will also learn the energetic properties of the various stones available for your use –so you can choose those that both look awesome AND draw in the perfect energies for your purpose. Two sessions to accommodate interest!
Taught by Addie Clomax & Lynn Wobig.
OPEN DRUMMING CIRCLE
Sun, Jan 10, 4-5 pm (NOTE: Usually the 1st Sunday of every month, but changed to the 2nd Sunday this month.) Bring an instrument or borrow one of ours. Drummers of all experience levels (or none at all) are welcome in the circle. Suggested donation $5.
AYILLA LINK-UP
Wed, Jan 13, 6-8 pm (and the 2nd Wed of each month)
Led by shamanic practitioners of the Pachakuti Mesa Tradition, Link-up is a special time of gathering for sacred teachings, healing, meditation, and prayer, using the community mesa (Peruvian Altar) as the anchor for the evening’s activities and the calling in of the unseen allies of Love and Light. It is helpful to bring a sacred item to include on the mesa to physically anchor your energetic participation. Although this is a Peruvian Mesa Tradition, you don’t have to be a Mesa Carrier to participate. It is a wonderful chance to learn from one another and experience the cross-pollination of Heart-centered practices.
No cost to attend.
BELLY DANCE FUN!
Jan 13 – Feb 3, Wed evenings, 6:15 – 7:15 pm: Ignite your creativity & express your Divine Feminine. Join other women of all ages, body types, and sizes to explore lovely ancient feminine movements – AND improve breathing, stretching, strengthening. Each week is a self-contained class w/ a different focus. No experience necessary!
YOGA NIDRA
Thurs, Jan 14 & 28, 7-8 pm
Offered the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month, experience a guided meditative ‘Yogic Sleep’ that brings calmness, quiet, and clarity.
Facilitated by Adrian Campbell, $10
ASTROLOGY OR TAROT READINGS
w/ Meghan Keeler
Fri, Jan 15; 4-8 pm (And the 3rd Fri of every month!) $50 + $1 / minute over 50 minutes. Register in advance to ensure your spot & give her time to prepare your chart.
ASTROLOGICAL ‘SIGNS OF THE SEASONS’ w/ Meghan Keeler
Saturday, Jan 16, 12-2 pm
The first of a year-long series of classes w/ naturalist & astrologer Meghan Keeler covering the cycles, rhythms, and nature of the seasons and their attendant astrological signs. Take the entire series or just the classes that work for your schedule. Cost is $25 per class. Please register in advance to ensure sufficient materials for everyone.
FAMILY CHAKRADANCE!
Sat, Jan 16, 10:30- 11:30
A special session for the whole family! Bring your kids and join them in a dance to the rhythms of the soul. Using spontaneous dance, guided imagery, and music that resonates deeply in turn with each of the 7 chakras, Chakradance can help tune & balance the whole body/mind/ spirit system while providing a fun family outing at the same time. Absolutely no dance experience or talent required! Taught by Adrian Campbell; $15 per individual. $25 per family.
HERBS 101: TEN HERBS for WINTER HEALTH
Sat, Jan 16, 2:30 – 5 pm w/ Emelie Thibedeaux
A basic overview for beginners will include a brief history of herbalism, ways to use herbs, what to look for when buying them, and the best way to store them, as well as ten herbs specific for the cold and flu season. Students will learn to make a tincture and leave with a number of recipes for winter remedies. Cost is $35.
INFINITE POSSIBILITES
A Personal Development Workshop w/ Jane-Ann Stahl;
4 consecutive Sundays Jan 17, 24, 31, & Feb 7; 1-3 pm
Are you consciously creating the life you want or doing life in ‘auto-pilot’? If you want to experience positive change and create a life you love, it must begin with your own thoughts. Based on the book of the same name by Mike Dooley, this course reveals the universal principles you can use to unleash your true potential – making your life the best it can be. You’ll look at how thoughts become things, the power of your beliefs and emotions, how to listen to your inner senses, experience the power of faith & confidence, and visualize and manifest the life your desire. Want to explore your life’s purpose and how to fulfill it? This is your chance. Cost is $100.
BELLY DANCE TECHNIQUES:
Sat mornings, 11:30, 12:30, Jan 23 – Feb 13
A four-week series focusing on perfecting specific Belly Dance techniques: Upper Body, Lower Body, Combinations & Traveling Movements, and Simple Veil Additions. Perfect for those who have no experience and have always wanted to learn and for experienced dancers to hone their skills. Both 4-week series are taught by Baraka.
Cost for each is $35. Must register & pay in advance through Keepintouchcomo@gmail.com.
ANIMAL ALLIES
Sat, Jan 30, 2-4 pm
Come take a deep spiritual journey to connect to your spirit animal ally and
discover for yourself which spirit animal is ready to connect with you and share guidance. Ancient indigenous cultures highly revered their spiritual animal allies. While often forgotten in modern culture spirit animal allies still exist and await you! Wear comfortable clothes, bring mat or blanket to lie on, small pillow, blanket for cover, drinking water in a non-spilling container.
Facilitators: Nancy and Mark Beck, practitioners of Peruvian shamanic arts
from the Pachakuti Mesa Tradition. Cost is $25
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And of course our ongoing Yoga & Tai Chi Classes continue as well!
YOGA — $10 per class
Sundays, 5-6 pm: Wind Down Yoga w/ Josie Zimmerman
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12-12:45 pm: Mid-Day Yoga w/ Jill Williams
Thursdays, 5:30-6:30: Shake Your Asana w/ Josie Zimmerman
TAI CHI w/ Mary Cruise — $10 per class or 8 classes for $64
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5-6 pm
Thursdays, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m
Private Lessons by Appointment
Category: Speaker in the Spotlight
Author: heartbodyandsoul
Paula Curry brings with her a world of experience – literally!
One of Paula’s gifts is her ability to connect with others in both the physical and the spiritual realm. She is Clairsentient; Clairvoyant; Clairaudient; Clairtangent; and Claircognizant.
Paula is a member of the American Association of Psychics and Mediums; an Ordained Spiritual Energy Healer; and an Earth Steward and Non-denominational Minister under the aegis of the International Organization of Divine Light Ministries out of Seattle, Washington. She is certified in Mediumship/Channeling, Usui Reiki Master/Teacher, Clairvoyance Readings, Medical Intuition/Energy Healings, Past Life Regression/Healings, Soul Retrieval/Healings, Animal Communication/Healing, Crystal/Stone Healings, Card/Tarot Readings, and Shamanic Healings.
Over the years, she has worked under the tutelage of several Native American Medicine people (Navajo, Hopi, Lakota, and Cherokee) and spent two weeks studying with the Dali Lama.
Closer to home, you can find Paula at Heart, Body, & Soul from 4-8 pm each 1st and 3rd Wednesday providing both Past Life Regression Consultations and Psychic Readings.
AND … she’ll be teaching our introduction to Chakras & Energy Anatomy from 1:30-3:30 on Saturday April 2nd!!
To learn more about Paula, head on over to her website HERE or come by and see her here with us!
Category: Blog, New News
Author: heartbodyandsoul
| AN EVENING OF KIRTAN CHANTING Sat, Dec 5, 6-7:30 pm One of the oldest sacred music traditions of the world, the Kirtan is a call-and-response chanting genre that comes to us from India. Using ancient Sanskrit mantras, the Kirtan calls upon sacred energies which serve to quiet the mind, remove obstacles, and bring us back to the center of our being.Led by SEMILLA DE AMOR (Trina Brunk, Elizabeth Klug, & Anabhra) Suggested donation of $5 |
| CHANGES: NEW DIRECTIONS Thurs nights, Dec 3rd, 10th, & 17th, 6-8 pm A 3-wk support class, introducing techniques to navigate the food-laden holiday season using the Changes Card Deck. Emerge into the new year feeling successful and powerful instead of overwhelmed & guilt-ridden! (This class will also serve as an introduction to the full 6-week CHANGES: New Directions cycle to be offered on Thursdays, 6-8 pm, beginning January 7.) $40 fee includes all three class sessions, the Changes Deck & a journal. Taught by Emelie Thibodeaux, creator of the Changes Cards. |
| LEARN TO PLAY THE DJEMBE! Sunday, Dec 13, 1:30 – 3:30 pm, $50 If you missed the November series taught by Pam Fleenor, here’s your chance! In a single two-hour session, Pam will teach you the basics and get you ready to join in at the drum circles. Bring a drum if you have one. Use one of ours, if you don’t. $50. Register in Advance. |
| MEDITATIVE PRACTICES: AN OVERVIEW Weds, Dec 2 & 9, 6:30 – 7:30 pm In these two Wed night sessions, you will get a chance to learn about and experience some of the many options available for those seeking to begin or expand their meditative practices: from candle-gazing to breath work, guided visualization to trance and journey work, among others. Come find what resonates with you! Taught by Barbara King. $15/ class. Can be taken together or individually. |
| JEWELRY MAKING & CRYSTAL ENERGIES Sat, Dec 5, 1-4 pm; $5 + Materials Register in Advance to ensure sufficient materials for all.Jewelry-making with a metaphysical twist. Not only will you learn the art of making your own bracelets, you will also learn the energetic properties of the various stones available for your use –so you can choose those that both look awesome AND draw in the perfect energies for your purpose. An opportunity to make that perfect holiday gift! Taught by Addie Clomax & Lynn Wobig. |
| WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION Sun, Dec 20, 6:30-8:00 pm Throughout the world and faith traditions, the Winter Solstice is a time for celebrating the return of the Light. Come join us as we partake in our version of this age-old custom of welcoming back the Sun! Led by Nancy & Roger Tanner-Thies. No charge. |
| EnCHANTment! Sat, Dec 12; 4-6 pm A tradition that began, and has become an institution, at Pagan Spirit Gathering [PSG] now comes to COMO! The big tent gives way to the HBS Studio for an evening of non-stop vibrant, energy-raising chants from the pagan traditions. The chants are easy to learn for EVERYONE and honor many paths. Come make magic and community together! Facilitated by Ambiaka Heretic, River Higginbotham, & Jessica Heretic. Suggested donation of $5. |
| ASTROLOGY& TAROT READINGS w/ Meghan Keeler Fri, Dec 18; 4-8 pm (And the 3rd Fri of every month!)
: Get your natal birth chart done or find out the energies currently at play in your life in a transit chart. Individual or couples charts. Advance registration required.
: Walk-in’s welcome! |
| TAI CHI
Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 5-6 pm A preventative & curative branch of Chinese medicine involving movement and meditation, Tai Chi is a soft form of martial arts & Qi Gong that is accessible to persons of all ability levels & experience. Taught by Mary Cruise with an emphasis in Chinese Medicine’s 5-element Theory. $10 / class or 8 classes for $64. |
| EXPLORING THE TAO 1st & 3rd Sundays, 2-4 pm (Dec 6 & 13th) An open discussion group that meets to explore the many life lessons contained within the Tao Te Ching, a deceptively simple sacred and ancient writing attributed to Lao Tzu. Open to all. No previous experience with the Tao required. Led by Nicole Wei. No charge. |
| FLOW-MOTION HOOPING! Sunday, Dec 20, 3-4:30 pm — $5 Are you a hula hoop aficionado? When it gets too cold to practice your art outside, bring it into the studio at HBS. We have room for a max of 8 hoopers, so if you want to ensure you have a space, you may want to register in advance. |
| CHAKRADANCE IS BACK! Sat, Dec 19, 10:30- noon If you missed it at the Grand Opening, here’s your chance to dance to the rhythms of your soul! Using spontaneous dance, guided imagery, and music that resonates deeply in turn with each of the 7 chakras, Chakradance can help tune & balance your whole body/mind/spirit system. Absolutely no dance experience or talent required! Taught by Adrian Campbell; $15 |
| COMO COLLEGE PAGAN SOCIETY The College Pagan Society will hold an early Solstice Celebration on Tuesday, Dec 8, 6:30 – 8 pm before all the students head home for Winter Break. Open to all college and college-age celebrants of earth-based traditions. Free of charge. [The Society will suspend meetings thereafter until second week of January]. |
| YOGA NIDRA Thurs, Dec 3 & Dec 17, 7-8 pm Experience the meditative ‘Yogic Sleep’, that brings calmness, quiet, and clarity. Facilitated by Adrian Campbell, $10 |
| OPEN DRUMMING CIRCLE Sun, Dec 6, 4-5 pm (& the 1st Sunday of every month) WOMEN’S NEW MOON DRUMMING CIRCLE Fri, Dec 11, 6:30 – 8 pmBring an instrument or borrow one of ours. Drummers of all experience levels (or none at all) are welcome in the circle. Both circles led by Baraka. Suggested donation $5. |
| YOGA ANYONE??
Tues & Thurs, 12 – 12:45 pm Thurs, 5:30-6:30 pm Sun, 5-6 pm |
| TO WATCH FOR IN JANUARY: *Signs of the Seasons: A Year through the Astrological Signs; 3rd Sat of each month, 12-2 w/ Meghan Wheeler. *Infinite Possibilities: A 4-wk series on what your life COULD be, based on Mike Dooley’s book by the same name, Sundays from 1-3 pm w/ Jane-Ann Stahl. *Feng Shui II: Thurs, Jan 7 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm (also w/ Jane-Ann Stahl) *Manifesting Through the Chakras: Sat, Jan 9 w/ Melissa Tipton *Herbs of Winter: Sat, Jan 16 w/ Emelie Thibodeaux *Belly Dance Fun: A 4-wk series w/ Baraka, Saturdays 11:30 – 12:30, starting Jan 23 AND MORE!! |
Category: Blog, Coffee & Conversation
Author: heartbodyandsoul
We woke this week to news of yet another mass shooting — this time at the Colorado Springs Planned Parenthood. Instant and palpable outrage. Quickly followed by a feeling of futility and helplessness in the face of such senseless hate and destruction. Whether it’s religious extremism abroad or homegrown hatred, what can we — what can any of us — possibly do to stem the tide of this craziness??
Whether you call it prayer or the power of intention, the fact is that thoughts are powerful vibrations. What we think about, focus on, obsess over — digs in and deepens its presence in our lives, for good or for ill. So, if we are marinating ourselves and our society in the energy of our thoughts … perhaps it would behoove us to give some thought to what exactly IS our marinade of choice?
Hmm. Flip on any TV, radio, or podcast and what will you hear? A host of pundits, political candidates, and talk show hosts, on all sides of the political spectrum, filling our ears and airwaves with finger-pointing, fear, anger, judgment and ideas of ‘us vs them’ — if not outright hate. Think about that. If thoughts are strong enough vibrations to literally change the shape of water crystals and the form of light — as some scientists now propound — what does that daily barrage do to the world and societies in which we live? And more importantly, what can we do to counter it? ‘Cause, let’s face it — most of us are not Gandhi, Mother Teresa, or Martin Luther King, Jr. We are not likely to lead mass movements that change the course of history.
Or are we?
We seldom give much thought to the impact of a single word, a hug, a listening ear free of judgment — though all of us have been changed by those very things in our own life … or by the lack of them. Truth is, we may wield more power than we know. After all, the ripples that spread all the way across a wide lake begin with a small, single splash.
So here’s a thought. How about we start a counter action, inundating the world with thoughts of peaceful coexistence–where problems engender a search for solutions instead of somebody to blame and differences of opinion lead to thoughtful discussion, rather than senseless death? We’re not talking about some grand gesture — though if you’re called to that, more power to you. The rest of us can start small and at home. Here are just a few ideas:
Sound a little too PollyAnna? (Okay, I just gotta ask — who IS PollyAnna anyway and how did she get this bad rap of being such a clueless sap?? Inquiring minds want to know.) Anyway, here’s the thing:
A number of years ago, I ran into an acquaintance who’d been fired in a restructuring. When I learned what had happened, I kept trying to offer support just as many of us do in that situation — by means of ‘Those !#&*@$ bastards! What could they possibly have been thinking??‘ But instead of joining in the bash-fest, he stopped me, saying that while he’d enjoyed the work, there was this whole other thing he’d always been interested in and now he was getting the chance to explore that and how cool was that? And, ok — I admit it. I thought he was being completely PollyAnna-ish (with apologies to P.A., whereever she may be) about the whole thing. And yet — a decade later, I still remember that conversation. And every time I hear of someone being forced into a job change they hadn’t sought, I wonder if maybe things will turn out for them like they did for Dan — bringing them home to themselves in a way they never would have experienced if the Universe hadn’t taken a hand and dumped them out of their comfort zone. One short conversation, a decade ago that I’m sure he’s never given a second thought to … and yet it still impacts my thoughts today.
Words are indeed powerful. So is taking the time to listen to one another. A lot harder and more time-consuming than judging, condemning, bitching. (Talk about moving out of our comfort zones!) But the stakes are high here, folks. We have a world to turn around.
Maybe it’s time we all got started.
Category: New News
Author: heartbodyandsoul
Need to buy holiday gifts, but wanta avoid the crazy?? Yeah. Us, too. So we are offering an alternative to Black Friday insanity. Instead of cutting your Thanksgiving dinner short to dash to the mall or rousting yourself at dawn to battle the lines that reach round the block, how about a leisurely visit to Heart, Body, & Soul’s
“Escape the Crazy” Black Friday Shopping Alternative?
You can still buy great gifts for all the folks on your list. There will be plenty of special gift package options to choose from — in addition to the usual ‘not-so-usual’ gifts you can always find at Heart, Body, & Soul. BUT you can also R-E-L-A-X:
AND for the jewelry-lovers out there — or the lovers of jewelry-lovers…
Silver Saturday is the very next day. The Saturday after Thanksgiving, all sterling silver items in the shop: rings, earrings, pendants, chains, necklaces — everything over $25 that has sterling silver in it or on it somewhere — will be 15% off.
So avoid the crazy. Treat your Heart, Body, & Soul to a different way of doing things this year.
Slow down.
Savor the season.
What have you got to lose … but the crazy?
See ya Friday. Or Saturday. Or both. 🙂
Category: Coffee & Conversation
Author: heartbodyandsoul
One of the coolest things about opening Heart, Body, & Soul has been the diversity of people coming in the door. Young and old and in-between. Students and college professors, skilled laborers and those struggling to find employment. Nurses, doctors, and lawyers. Car washers and mechanics. Artists and musicians, scientists and ministers. Christian, Pagan, Buddhist, Muslim, and none of the above. Energy workers and healers of long experience; and those brand new to even the idea that we live and breathe and move within an energetic body as well as a physical one — and feel better and live better when we learn to take care of both. People who are passionate about oils and herbs and crystals and people who haven’t a glance to spare at that stuff, but happily burrow into a stack of books and emerge only to refill their cup of tea. Folks who are open to trying it all and folks who really prefer not to go there.
Labels and appearances inevitably deceive. We’ve learned to stop guessing at what each new soul walking through the door may be seeking. Instead, we just enjoy the daily reminders of the rich diversity of life and energy, people and paths — and the stunning symphony that results when each of us is simply true to our own authentic self. (A lifetime journey that. Much easier to say than to do, but so VERY worth it.)
Want to know what we’re thankful for today? The music of the crossroads that is Heart, Body, & Soul. Every one of you is part of that song — and together? Friends, you rock the house. Blessed Be!
Category: Speaker in the Spotlight
Author: heartbodyandsoul
Chr
istopher Penczak will be at Heart, Body, & Soul on Thursday, November 12, 2015! At 6:30 pm he’ll be doing a free Meet & Greet and Book-signing and from 7-9, he’ll be doing a workshop on Protection Magick and Psychic Self-Defense. Christopher is the author of the renowned Temple of Witchcraft series (Inner Temple, Outer Temple, Shamanic Temple, High Temple, and Living Temple) and a host of other bestsellers: Instant Magick, The Witch’s Heart, The Witch’s Coin, and The Witch’s Shield, Ascension Magick, The Mighty Dead, Reiki Magick, Sons of the Goddess, and many more. He is also a talented and sought-after speaker both across the country and internationally. This is his first appearance in Columbia, MO and we’re most excited to host him! Workshop is $25. Advance registration is recommended to guarantee yourself a spot, but if you want to take your chances on seats being available the day of, feel free to stop in. (At the very least, if you get here early enough, you can take advantage of this chance to meet one of the pagan leaders of our time!)
Category: Blog, New News
Author: heartbodyandsoul
‘Tis the Se
ason of Gratitude. (Though can I just point out how sad is it that Gratitude has a season?!? But that’s a whole different rant which I’ll spare you all for the time being. You’re welcome.) On the Gratitude side, we can’t help but be inspired by this gorgeous piece of art — (which IS currently available at HBS; you can see it pouring its loveliness out all over our Studio the next time you stop by) — by the cr-azy fun and talented mixed media collage artist, Kelly Verstraete.
“Begin each day with a grateful heart.” Wouldn’t the world be a better place if we actually DID that? Not just one month out of the year, but every month. Every day. Every moment. Not lip service but the real thing. Yeah. It could be big.
So how about we nudge each other toward that just a tad? We’ll post the daily miracles of goodness and blessings that abound in our lives — too often unnoticed — on our Facebook page. You add yours.
And together, we’ll pour a whole lot of luscious Gratitude Energy out into the world. (‘Cause let’s face it, it’s hard to be pissy when you’re feeling grateful. And can’t we all do with fewer pissy people around us??) C’mon — it’s not like we don’t all have reasons to feel it. So jump in on our Facebook page and share just one of the many daily miracles in your life with us each day. Let’s inspire one another!!
And eat cake.
Because … cake.
Category: Featured Item
Author: heartbodyandsoul
Introducing a whole new kind of not-quite-devotional candles: Everyday Icons! Intricately decorated glass jar pillar candles, penned with prayers … to Our Lady of Abundant Caffeine (YES!!), Our Lady of the Bowling League, and Our Lady of Perpetual Youth … or Housekeeping.
Here you will find a candle with the Prayer for Unbridled Fun:
I surrender to the power of your laughter and beseech you to grace my life with lots of friends willing to dress up in silly hats and feather boas and make fools of themselves in public. Grant me the freedom not to care what others think, even if they point and stare. Bestow upon me a family who encourages me in my revelry and occasionally cleans the house while I’m away. And please, I beg of you, shower me with carefree fun for as long as I walk, sashay, boogie, or strut across this earth. Amen.
There’s a candle for Protection From the Boss From Hell and Dysfunctional Family Relief. A Procrastinator’s Prayer and one for Positive Cash Flow. Protection From Bad Hair Days, Home Renovation Relief, and one for IMMEDIATE Alien Abduction. It could take you days to check them all out, there are so many fun choices. There’s even one to Our Lady of Triumphant Drag Queens.
The perfect choice, whether you just need something to make you smile in the midst of chaos or are looking for that unique and ideal gift … keeping in mind that discretion is the better part of valor and HBS is not responsible for what may happen if you decide to give the Dysfunctional Mother candle to your mother.