kris steinnes

Artist, yoga teacher, fully-outed witch, and author of "Woman Most Wild: Three Keys to Liberating the Witch Within" (now available from New World Library), Danielle Dulsky debunks old assumptions about witches being “bad” or “evil” and reveals the true nature of witchcraft: an ancient spiritual path that rejects religious dogma in favor of female empowerment and reverence for the Earth. Regardless of gender, we are invited to listen for and tune in to the wild woman spirituality drumming underneath our feet.

People have been asking questions about God since the dawn of humankind—and humanity's disagreements about the nature of God have often led to ethnic and religious warfare, the suppression of women, and the debasing of human dignity. Many religions have created rituals and dogmas that separate one from the other and cling to the belief that only they have the "one truth." But are any of them actually right? Can the true essence of God ever truly be understood or explained?

iGOD traces how the various belief systems about God have evolved into what exists in the present day, and then delves into the many questions about God that so many people have asked throughout history. Perhaps through this exploration we can finally begin to understand what God really is, what God wants, why we are here and how we can create a better world both for ourselves and future generations.

Your health may be written in the stars: we’ve all read our horoscopes for insights into our love lives, careers and friendships, but we often overlook our own physical well-being. In Your Body and the Stars: The Zodiac as Your Wellness Guide (Atria; May 10, 2016), holistic health physician Stephanie Marango, MD, RYT and Rebecca Gordon, world renowned astrologer and resident horoscope columnist for Harper’s Bazaar, present a never-before-seen guide that uses the stars as its foundation. Marango, founder of i.m.body, brings her years of training as a holistic health physician and yoga teacher to the book, while Gordon’s expansive background in astrological consulting brings a unique and fresh approach to the zodiac.

Your Body and the Stars features a specific body part associated with every sign in the zodiac:

• Aries is associated with the head
• Gemini is associated with the arms, forearms and hands
• Libra is associated with the lower back
• Pisces is associated with the feet

Highlighting some of the maladies associated with that particular sign/body part, there are lessons, specific exercises, and simple meditations people can to as they use their sign as a personal guide for maintaining optimum health.

Your Body and the Stars provides infinite and often untapped wisdom that will guide you on your path to well-being if you open yourself up to the possibilities.

In her new book Ancient Spirit Rising Pegi Eyers examines the loss of our vital ethnocultural connection to tribe and place, and why there is a trend to borrow identities from other cultures. Join us for a provocative and informative discussion on white privilege, cultural appropriation, and how modern spirituality has become a giant consumer marketplace! Pegi’s research has uncovered improved strategies for intercultural competency with Turtle Island First Nations through social justice solidarity, anti-oppression work, allyship and reconciliation.  And as the paradigm shifts today to earth-connected sustainable community, in a fascinating twist Ancient Spirit Rising re-frames the Pagan and Goddess Spirituality movements as a response to the directive from Indigenous Elders to recover our own ancestral wisdom. From the wealth of resources available today, we can restore our ecocentric worldview and find an authentic self-identity from our own heritage in Old Europe, using the timeless values of indigenous mind as our model.  Come back to your roots!

As an infant, Lynne Cockrum-Murphy survived a tragic house fire that claimed her father and two sisters and left her with severe burns over much of her body. She lived most of her life with a severely depressed and alcoholic mother, who shared with Lynne at five years old her thoughts of suicide. She lived through her stepfather being crushed to death in a logging accident and her mother being murdered in a bar-room robbery.

After all she has been through Lynne is radiantly happy and living a life of pure service to the world, don’t you think she can teach us a thing or two?

She is here today with her new book Living Hope: Steps to Leaving Suffering Behind an Amazon #1 best seller, talking about how she went from hopelessness to hope. This is the woman you want at your side when you are in such deep pain and chronic misery that you don’t see the way out. And can’t understand why bad things keep happening to you or other “good” people you love.

In A YEAR OF LIVING MINDFULLY, Ragan presents practical solutions for lasting wellness, including stress relief and avoiding illness, as she explains how engaging with the seasons can enhance our overall well-being. She details seasonal themes and provides corresponding recipes, teas, tonics, exercises and daily practices.

From recipes to rituals to the rhythm of the seasons, A YEAR OF LIVING MINDFULLY: Seasonal Practices to Nourish Body, Mind, and Spirit (Motivational Press; March 9, 2016) is the last book on wellness you’ll ever need. Achieving optimum well-being can be as easy as attuning ourselves to the cycles of the year, according to the author, holistic well-being expert and entrepreneur Randi Ragan. Her guidebook for busy people aligns the mind, body and spirit to achieve an attainable plan for optimum health and self-care in every season.

Reclaim the Magic literally brings Magic back into reader’s mental outlook of life. Some call it a “Brain Builder” because it gives them a strong road map to a healthy and prosperous life. It helps the readers come fully into the present where their real point of power is in this life.  Lee teaches people about their daily life currency. That currency consists of five types of energy:  mental, physical, emotional, spiritual and financial. To truly heal your life you must understand how to use the five types of energy to connect with the Divine Spark that is within you, so your body, mind, spirit and income will heal and thrive.
 


Reclaim the Magic will evoke a consciousness shift and an awakening within you to manifest what you want out of your life. Lee will give you the tools and concepts to become fully conscious of the abilities you have within yourself, and to focus them in practical ways to advance your personal life and business. Milteer shows that it is possible to stretch our concepts of spirituality in business in order to do our work more responsibly and consciously.

We have been programmed by society, schools, government, and religions that we are a victim of circumstances. We have been trained to think, feel, and believe that we have no power, but nothing could be further from the truth. We can release the victim role and, instead, adopt one of proactivity. It is our choice to transform our reality.

The Union of Isis and Thoth, Magic and Initiatory Practices of Ancient Egypt, co-authored by Normandi Ellis and Nicki Scully, consolidates eighteen years of Egyptian Mystery School experiences into a manual for creating and consecrating sacred temple space in the physical and etheric worlds, and in your personal heart temple, the adytum. This book is a “how to”, a uniquely mystical experience, infused with knowledge that is magically transformed into life-changing wisdom through the shamanic journeys and initiations within. We will explain and demonstrate how initiatory experiences give direct access to knowledge and solutions from higher consciousness and other dimensions.

It’s fairly widely understood that life is about more than the experiences of the body and the mind, but it takes a special kind of commitment to also engage one’s soul in our day-to-day encounters. Those willing to make this remarkable choice can “raise the vibration” of every one of those encounters—even their momentary or seemingly insignificant exchanges with others—to a level that touches the heart of our very reason for being alive . . .
allowing us to come alive in ways that can utterly transform our entire journey upon the earth.
Knowing this is one thing. Knowing how to do it is another. There are no schools offering courses in Soul Connection and in teaching how to express ourselves from a state of being that arises far beyond the limits of the mind. There is now, however, a more clearly articulated path and process which has the potential to be some of the most enriching experiences of our life. Tara-jenelle Walsch tells us that it takes Soul Courage. And, we are assured, the rewards can be extraordinary, changing for the better all the rest of the days of our life.

In the cultural story in which we live, we are told that we are never enough. We think we must repeatedly alter or improve ourselves in order to be deserving of the happiness, acceptance, security, and meaning we desire. We are told we are not enough to make a difference in the mounting economic, political, social, and environmental crises of our times. But what if all of these messages are wrong? What if most of the suffering we experience—low self-esteem, self-doubt, depression, anxiety, addiction, fear, and stress—aren’t an indication of personal deficit, but are direct symptoms of a set of cultural norms that cause us to orient toward lack while systematically ignoring opportunities for abundance and well-being for ourselves and the planet?

Enough! offers a solution to our broken paradigm and our broken psyches and shows readers how to root out this never-enough story and develop a sense of “enoughness” that leads organically to solutions to problems from the personal to the local to the geopolitical.

From these words “I am enough. I have enough. We are enough. We have enough. Enough!,” author Laurie McCammon shows that a more positive and collectively abundant future is inevitable.

It’s unimaginable that in our dayand age, that there is actually an organization which is healing thousands ofpeople without changing the recipients a single dime! What’s even moreincredible, is that for a nominal fee, these healing practitioners will teachthe technique to others, so they too can continue the practice of healing,without ever receiving payment from a chronically ill person for theirtreatment.  Author Debra Schildhouseintroduces readers to a powerfulhealing method called Bio-Touch, a touch-based healing technique proven toalleviate pain, stress, the symptoms of disease and depression.

In BIO-TOUCH: Healing With The Power In Our Fingertips, Schildhousetells the incredible real-life story of Bucky and how he came to discoverBio-Touch after dealing with chronic back pain. In the tiny town of Mancos, CO,Bucky is first introduced to the practice of Bio-Touch by a chain smoking,coffee drinking man named Norman. After only two sessions, Bucky’s paincompletely disappeared. That was when he decided that it was his mission tolearn this form of healing so he could be of service to others. Schildhouserecounts Bucky’s incredible journey in a thoughtful manner that is warm, funnyand touching. Her book offers readers a first-hand account of this excitinghealing practice which is sure to help those who may be needlessly suffering.

Supported by scientific research,Bio-Touch has been shown effective in treating a wide range of medicalconditions from arthritis to cerebral palsy, ulcers, lupus and even strokes.Bio-Touch practitioners know that you can’t put a price on healing and thattheir “payment” is knowing that they have relieved a person’s pain with thispowerful technique.

Traveling around the wheel of the six blood gates, of being born, 1st blood, giving birth, menopause, death & sex. Through song, story telling, sacred art, birth psychology and ritual, we will explore our mother tongue of old, in order to restore and balance our Life Wheel of the new. Remembering nature’s imperative as the road map home, come join us in reweaving our mythos, as we explore the Holy Grail of our Times.

As women become more beautifully empowered, we shake the ground upon which an established patriarchy rests.  How do we continue to bring a balance of power to our world in a way that doesn’t emulate the very patriarchy we wish to see transform?  Who is the patriarch who might still be at the helm within us?  How do we build a healthy relationship with him?  How can feminine leadership utilize the powerful qualities usually associated with masculinity in a way that brings inclusive wholeness?  Circle up and explore ways and means that support healthy masculine principles that lovingly express as strength, proactivity and kindness.

We all have a story to share of our authentic self, which quickens and transforms us all. As we review our life experiences, we see the common themes emerge which define us. The story that wants to be told now will come forward to fully express who you are in this moment. As you deepen your capacity to listen to other people’s stories, you too will be witnessed on this beautiful journey of life.  

Discover the history of Curanderismo and Magick as a religion and a belief system in Argentina, and the function of curanderos and curanderas in the community – herbalists, folk chiropractors, and mediums.  Maria will discuss a variety of healing techniques for diverse ailments.

In our world today, we are taught to lead with parameters and rigid structures.  Now it’s time to develop the skills to see the Spirit in others, and learn to lead with all the available wisdom in a combined success for all.  As you examine yourself, you will discover your unique leadership style, and what it means to lead with a flow.  Realize as you develop these new leadership skills, you are healing yourself and others into a new paradigm of leadership for the betterment of world.

Every day, Luna—aka the Moon—influences our lives and all of life on Earth.  Women are especially tuned to the Moon’s phases, so why not embrace Her gifts?  We will explore the energies of the Full moon, New moon, and quarter Moons. Rituals  fully bring Luna’s gifts into our lives: sowing intentions, weeding out that which no longer serves us, and following our own natural rhythms. 

Anne Tucker, an internationally renowned speaker for the decision-making and leadership techniques she’s developed, now shares her unique perspective and theories with you. With this remarkable, self-help guide, you are able to...
 •  Learn how doubt negatively affects your life and keeps you in a constant loop of anxiety.
 •  Gain insight into the mental processes involved in decision making.

 •  Compare an example of a decision-making model to your own personal style.

 •  Walk through the stages of decision making.
 •  Pinpoint the moments where doubt creeps into your life.

 •  Discover which of the seven, decision-making “soul types” describes how you think and solve problems.

 •   Understand your personal approach to problem solving.

From this vantage point of the knowledge you gain from these discoveries, you will begin to unravel your decision process so that you can clearly see and reduce doubt in your choices. You can learn how to move back into what Tucker describes as “flow,” wherein it feels like success is inevitable ... like the life or experience you are trying to build or make is already accomplished. Indeed, your future now becomes a foregone conclusion, for without the stultifying fear of doubt, you are merely connecting the dots between yourself and what will surely become your
“undoubtedly awesome” future!

Barnett, the internationally renowned founder of the Akashic Knowing School of Wisdom, has been teaching people how to connect with the Akashic Masters for many years. But she also spent 10 years as a prayer practitioner at the Golden Gate Center for Spiritual Living in the San Francisco Bay Area, guiding people to the right prayers to seek intervention for specific issues in their lives.

So, was it any surprise when the Akashic Beings of Light metaphorically tapped Barnett on the shoulder and asked her to bring forth a series of powerful, Source-imbued prayers that help people turn their lives around? Indeed they did! And that’s how From Questioning to Knowing: 73 Prayers to Transform Your Life was born.

Here’s how the Akashic Beings of Light expressed it through Barnett: “When your readers chose to say a prayer, they are connecting to us...They will energetically access their soul’s library...receiving guidance from us as the divine messengers. We are here to guide and help humanity remember the truth of their infinite souls. We are here to support you in releasing old beliefs or karma stuck outside of time (from previous lives) blocking your progress or to understand more about your soul purposes and gifts.”

When we look at the vast and intricate cosmos—galaxies, planets, organisms, organs, cells, molecules, atoms—there is a fundamental order, a music or harmony of the spheres. Our cells reflect the images of galaxies seen through our telescopes. We are the microcosm, reflecting the macrocosm of the heavens. Our ancestors understood these patterns and connections between humanity and the universe and developed spiritual and healing traditions in line with these cosmic truths. Yet in the 19th century, knowledge of these connections was set aside as medical science sought to create the “one size fits all” approaches to healing that dominate modern medicine today.

In this comprehensive exploration of the celestial influences that underlie health and healing, Jennifer Gehl, with Marc Micozzi, examines how ancient and modern traditions of healing interconnect through the doctrine of signatures, “As above, so below”. She reveals how one’s celestial nature—the arrangement of the cosmos at the moment of birth—has implications for personal health and how each sign of the zodiac corresponds to parts of the body, the chakras, and specific plants, herbs, colors, and emotions. She explains how sound re-arranges forms according to the principles of harmony, leveraging not only the human self-regulating capacity to restore health but also that of the Earth to restore balance and harmony. Also explored are the recurrence of geometric forms in nature and how to apply this knowledge in sound healing and medical astrology.

Weaving together the threads of ancient science and spirit that formed the original tapestry of medicine, Gehl explains how to restore the cosmic foundations of healing for personal, planetary, and universal health and wellbeing.

The Art of Awakening Shamanic Consciousness

Linda Star Wolf  explores how the art of Soul Whispering can help each of us understand why we experience our lives the way we do and shift from healing our wounds to embracing the process of transformation. This is a powerful new synthesis of shamanic healing and psychotherapy.  Detailing the shamanic tools and psychospiritual practices of soul whispering, Star Wolf shares inspiring stories of transformation from her own journeys and work as a shamanic soul whisperer. She explains how soul whispering harnesses the power of the imaginal world to awaken shamanic consciousness, restore resiliency of mind, body, and spirit, and enact transformation at the cellular level.  Sharing the ageless wisdom from her collective shamanic experiences and personal journeywork, Star Wolf will show how soul whispering allows you to break free from your patterns of dysfunction, rekindle a profound soul connection, and shift your story from one of wounding and suffering to one of initiation and vibrancy.

Conscious Communications is your guide to creating a life in alignment with your dreams and desires. With thoroughly tested exercises and Mary’s own poignant and relatable stories, you will begin to experience the tremendous impact of words and how to utilize the right words to unlock their power and create your own reality. Whether we realize it or not, the words we use dictate and control our lives. The messages we repeat can frame our thoughts and trap us into a mindset that is difficult to break. It often manifests itself with statements like “I can’t,” and “I’m not good enough.” This is a common mindset, and many times we do not stop to consider the profound impact that these limiting words have on our mentality, life choices, and the path of possibility that we manifest. Mary Shores has been practicing and teaching the Power of Words for over a decade. She pioneered a wildly successful and inno- vative method that teaches individuals to focus on changing their words in order to create their ideal outcomes.

Lessons from a Difficult Person - How to Deal With People Like Us by Sarah Elliston

The funny thing is that Sarah Elliston never realized she was “a difficult person,” -- someone who harangued people until she got her way, threw snip fits and temper tantrums, talked over her bosses and pointed out what she thought were their misconceptions. In her family, where she felt bullied, the only way she knew how to get someone’s attention and approval was to voice her opinion—and loudly! Without standing her ground, how could she do what she thought was best for herself and everyone else around her? She wasn’t intentionally mean-spirited. She was just trying to do what she thought was RIGHT!

Until a kind, but firm, boss woke her up! With great compassion, and strength, her boss pointed out that that her actions had consequences. That in being “difficult,” she was not only disrupting the office camaraderie and production, but impeding her own professional advancement.

That’s the beginning of Sarah’s transformation— when she started on the journey to leave behind the difficult person, and become the woman who teaches others how to deal with difficult people. Sarah “Sam” Elliston is now bringing forth her vital manual on how to awaken the challenging personality, and change both the relationship and the environment with her new book Lessons from a Difficult Person - How to Deal With People Like Us.

The methods Elliston offers in her book end the trauma and the drama, and minimizes the possibility of confrontation. She gives YOU the ability to take a strong, positive, confident—yet compassionate--stance with the “difficult person”—whether that is a relative, coworker, friend, one of your children or anyone else for that matter.