Experience the Akasha: Reading the Akashic Records for Yourself and Others

December Class Feature

Experience the Akasha: Reading the Akashic Records for Yourself and Others

Saturday, December 3

11am–5pm

The Akashic Records have been referenced for millennia. The Akasha — a powerful spiritual space for growth and guidance — is available to us all. This class will teach you all you need to know about the Akashic Records and how they can help you on your journey. You will learn how to get into your own Record using Linda Howe's Pathway Prayer Process© with multiple opportunities to explore this field of wise, loving acceptance. You will leave with a thorough understanding of the history of the Records, and how they can be used with other spiritual practices and healing modalities. This is a great class for anyone who is interested in establishing a connection with a reliable source of guidance and unconditional support.

Instructor:  Debbie Ritter. Debbie Ritter is a spiritual intuitive whose soul path is dedicated to discovering truth and peace for herself and others. Her work includes reading and teaching the Akashic Records, as well as intuitive coaching. A life-long seeker, Debbie also utilizes her extensive background in yoga, A Course in Miracles, Buddhism and shamanism to access wisdom and healing.

Cost: $75

To register, contact Debbie Ritter at debbier@eclipse.net

Class will be held at Radiance Herbs & Massage.

Bath Fizzies

November Class Feature

Bath Fizzies

Wednesday, November 30

6–8pm

Create holiday gifts for family and friends. Learn how to create your own essential oil and herb-scented bath salts, bath fizzies and scrubs in this fun, hands-on class. All supplies and recipes included. We will have lots of fun creating samples of several recipes for you to take home. You will leave with the experience to recreate these recipes and more! 

Instructor: Judy Francisco. Judy is the Body and Skin Care Buyer at Radiance Herbs & Massage. A lifelong learner and creator at heart, she loves making healthy body and skin care treats for family and friends. She is committed to sharing ideas and her joy of creating with others.

Cost: $30

To register: Contact Radiance Herbs & Massage at 360-357-5250.

Class will be held at Radiance Herbs & Massage.

Belly Love: Traditional Medicine for Better Digestion

November Class Feature 

Belly Love: Traditional Medicine for Better Digestion

Tuesday, November 29

6–7:30pm

Belly concerns are natural; we want to love our bellies because they are so important to our health. Our belly is our center. Whether yours has been uncomfortable for a while or just recently, these simple methods from traditional medicine have been used for thousands of years to care for our bellies inside and out. This class will give you secrets to help your belly feel healthier in a matter of hours to days! You will learn traditional self-care safe to use everyday to restore belly health and support your wellness from the core! Belly care is the key to reduce inflammation, strengthen immunity, improve skin health, and soothe anxiety and depression and, of course, strengthen digestion. Belly love works, and when you care for your belly you care for the core of your whole body. Join me for remedies safe to share for a lifetime.

Instructor: Jessica O'Malley. Jessica is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with an MSA from Bastyr University. She is also an Ayurvedic wellness counselor and holds a certificate in Ayurvedic medicine from Kerala Ayurveda Academy. She practices traditional constitutional medicine from Asia that includes acupuncture, vibrational modalities, bodywork, nutrition, botanicals, breathing, meditation and exercise. She believes in a simple family-based medical model that is centered on daily practices of healthy living and preventative care. Her classes are fun and informative and designed to help you and your family live better through natural medicine practices that are simple, safe, and effective.

Cost: $35

To register, contact: Jessicaomalleylac@gmail.com

Class will be held at Radiance Herbs & Massage.

Pranayama Breath of Light

November Class Feature

 

Pranayama Breath of Light

Wednesday, November 16

6:30–8pm

Pranayama is the art and science of controlling one’s breath. Through simple breathing techniques we can extend the prana, or life force of nature, through ourselves. Pranayama nourishes the subtle body, opens the channels, and calms the mind and emotions. It can greatly aid meditation and healing work or just get you through the day. Breath work is easy and fun to learn and can be practiced anywhere anytime.

Our class will cover the fundamentals of pranayama theory and include the practice of some basic pranayams that will take minutes to learn and can be used for a lifetime.

Instructor: Jessica O’Malley LAc. Jessica is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with an MSA from Bastyr University. She is also an Ayurvedic wellness counselor and holds a certificate in Ayurvedic medicine from Kerala Ayruveda Academy. She practices traditional constitutional medicine from Asia that includes acupuncture, vibrational modalities, bodywork, nutrition, botanicals, breathing, meditation and exercise. She believes in a simple family-based medical model that is centered on daily practices of healthy living and preventative care. Her classes are fun and informative and designed to help you and your family live better through natural means that are simple, safe, and effective.

Cost: $35

To register, contact: Jessica O'Malley at 360-742-4448 or jessicaomalleylac@gmail.com, healingcircleacupuncture.com (for info)

Class will be held at Radiance Herbs & Massage.

Diversity, Social Justice, and Ethics for Massage Practitioners

November Class Feature

 

Diversity, Social Justice, and Ethics for Massage Practitioners

Sunday, November 13

1–3pm

It is human nature to evaluate others based on issues of difference. We all have biases. This class will provide some solid grounding in social justice theory and the language of diversity. As a massage practitioner, you will explore your own identity and increase your awareness about how issues of power of privilege may impact your work with clients. This class will be part lecture but is designed to be experiential and participants will be expected to participate fully in the activities and dialog. You will walk away with theory, language, and self-awareness so that you can serve a diverse population of clients.

Combine this two-hour CE class with one of the other two ethics classes being offered to meet the Washington State Massage Therapist CE requirement for professional ethics.

Instructor: Andrea Seabert. Andrea has worked on issues of diversity, social justice, and power and privilege for over 30 years. She completed a Master of Social Work at the University of Washington and has worked at The Evergreen State College for the last 15 years engaging students in restorative justice and conflict resolution. Andrea co-owns Radiance Herbs and Massage with her partner Karin. Andrea’s heart’s work is as the camp director for an all-volunteer organization that provides a healing camp for children who are survivors of sexual abuse. Check out www.campvictory.us.

Cost: $40. Bring a friend for $30 each, when registered at the same time.

To register, contact Radiance Herbs & Massage at 360-357-5250.

Class will be held at Radiance Herbs & Massage.

Ethical Issues Regarding Trauma for Massage Therapists

November Class Feature

Ethical Issues Regarding Trauma for Massage Therapist

Sunday, November 13

10am–12pm

Most massage therapists have had a client who had an emotional release while on the table. For some this may show up as crying, some clients freeze, and others have uncontrollable laughter. This session will explore and provide some context about the impact of trauma. Trauma may include physical experiences such as car accidents; however in many cases, it is the emotional trauma that gets caught in the body and can be triggered by massage. The statistics vary depending on the source but it is commonly known that upwards of 15% of women and 3% of men have experienced sexual assault that has a lasting trauma impact. This percentage of trauma survivors increases substantially for people of color, people with disabilities, and GLBTQ folks. During this class you will increase your understanding of the impact of trauma on the brain and body. You will expand your understanding of the emotional responses that you may experience from clients. Finally, you will explore ways to respond when someone discloses prior trauma or has an emotional response while in your care.

Combine this two-hour CE class with one of the other two ethics classes being offered to meet the Washington State Massage Therapist CE requirement for professional ethics.

Instructor: Andrea Seabert. Andrea has worked on issues of diversity, social justice, and power and privilege for over 30 years. She completed a Master of Social Work at the University of Washington and has worked at The Evergreen State College for the last 15 years engaging students in restorative justice and conflict resolution. Andrea co-owns Radiance Herbs and Massage with her partner Karin. Andrea’s heart’s work is as the camp director for an all-volunteer organization that provides a healing camp for children who are survivors of sexual abuse. Check out www.campvictory.us.

Cost: $40. Bring a friend for $30 each, when registered at the same time.

To register, contact Radiance Herbs & Massage at 360-357-5250.

Class will be held at Radiance Herbs & Massage.

Intermediate Aromatherapy for Health and Well-Being

November Class Feature

Intermediate Aromatherapy for Health and Well-Being

Saturday, November 12

10am–12pm

This class is for those that have a basic understanding of essential oils and want to learn more. We will discuss how to determine the quality, the methods of production and the therapeutic uses of 10 different essentials oils. We'll design an effective blend for each of you to take home.

Instructor: Kerri Ward Merrill. Kerri is a licensed holistic esthetician, who trained under aromatherapy experts Michael Scholes and Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt. She specializes in natural health and beauty using plant and flower essences and enjoys sharing her knowledge of aromatherapy with a wide variety of individuals through her workshops, therapeutic facials and aromatherapy consultations.

Cost: $40 for the intermediate class only. Take both the beginning (Oct. 29^th) and intermediate class and pay $35 for each.  Must register and pay for both classes at the same time to get the discount.

To register, call Radiance Herbs & Massage at 360-357-5250.

Class will be held at Radiance Herbs & Massage.