LIGHTLINES CELEBRATING UNIVERSAL LIFE ENERGY May June July 2018 To Dream Sitting by the fireplace the other night enjoying my evening ritual glass of red wine, I looked over at my son s dog, whom we are dogsitting for the week while his family travel south in search of warmer weather and sunshine during this very belated arrival of Spring. This dog is an old family pet and was peacefully sleeping on the rug. Like most dogs I know, she is either busy playing and enjoying the available company, or else just lying asleep. So I had the thought that this seemed to be so indicative of much of the mass of humanity, so busy doing, so busy trying to achieve, yet asleep to their greater potential and their infinite power that lies dormant within. As the line goes in Shakespeare s play A Midnight Summer Night s dream, Are you sure that we are awake? It seems to me that yet we sleep, we dream. However, to me, there are two types of dreams, involuntary and voluntary. There are those that occur in our nonwaking state while we sleep, voyages beyond the limits of the conscious mind, nightly journeys into another world, into the subconscious depths of an alternative reality. Then, there are those that we hold in our conscious thoughts and hearts as aspirations and inspirations on what we want to be and do. One of the seven hermetic principles in the Kybalion, a provocative booklet of Hermetic philosophy, is the principle of mentalism, that the All is mind, and that the phenomenal world or universe is simply a mental creation of the All, subject to the laws of creative things. In this universal mind, we live and move and have our being. If the Universe is truly mental, then the mind must be the highest power affecting its phenomena. Dion Fortune noted in one of her books that we are God s dream, a thought form in the grand cosmic mind. It reminds me of the song, Merrily, merrily, merrily, life is but a dream. So the question is, Are we living the dream intended for us? Man, being a microcosm of the greater cosmic macrocosm, also has the power to create through thoughts and dreams. As the Buddha said, The mind is everything. What you think you become. It s time we create our own dream, realize our own unique potential and make our personal contribution in the greater plan of humanity. Ironically, dreams can help us realize our dream. Carl Jung, an Austrian psychologist and contemporary of Freud, was one of the great doctors and thinkers of this century. He spent his life analyzing dreams and concluded that there are certain archetypical images that occur in all mankind, whether an aboriginal or a computer techie. In his philosophy, these repetitive images indicated that there was a common source which spoke to all mankind. He expanded Freud s concept of the unconscious to include both the personal and the collective subconscious. An analogy might be to think of the personal subconscious as a river stream in the ocean, such as the Gulf Stream. It follows its own path based on its individualized circumstances, but has access to and is fed by the greater ocean, the collective unconscious, with all its richness and resources. At times, from this vast reservoir of infinite wisdom, this eternal cosmic mind, appear archetypical symbols in dreams, meaningful images pertinent to our personal journey. Though universal, they will have specific meaning to each individual, providing appropriate guidance for integration on his or her personal life experiences. One of the concepts of new age thought is that we are part of so much more than we can possibly fathom from our present perspective. The total psyche of man embraces many levels, of which the conscious mind is merely the lower level. There is only one universe and we are an integral part of it all. The purpose of evolution is to enlighten ourselves to this greater reality which really is our true nature. Part of the process to assist in bridging the gap (or lifting the veil) is to utilize the faculty of our imagination to step beyond the physical limits imposed by the five senses which lock us into this reality. The imaginative life must be taken seriously in its own right, as the most distinctive characteristic of human beings. Hence we dream, we listen inwardly. The greater world is always speaking to us in a myriad of ways such as synchronicity and dreams. It is up to us to try to interpret these messages and apply them objectively to our individual situation. Then, with discernment and purpose, we consciously dream, project it into the world and plant the seed for manifestation. To quote Kahil Gibran, Yesterday is but today s memory, tomorrow is today s dream. In love and service Brian REIKI I $295.00 REIKI II $650.00 REIKI I $295.00 REIKI II $650.00 Learn Reiki with John & Ellen Classes in May 2018 Fri May 11th Sat May 12th Sun May 13th Fri May 25th Sat May 26th Sun Mat 27th Usui Reiki Group Toronto Phone: (416) 226-5483 Fax: (416) 226-3266 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 12 noon - 6:00 pm 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm 9:30 am - 6:00 pm 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Classes in September 2018 Fri Sep 14th Sat Sep 15th Sun Sep 16h Fri Sep 21st Sat Sep 22nd Sun Sep 23th 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 12 noon - 6:00 pm 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm 9:30 am - 6:00 pm 11:00am - 6:00 pm See registration form attached to newsletter E-mail: darlene@usuireikitoronto.com Website: www.usuireikitoronto.com Find us on facebook - Usui Reiki Centre Toronto
May Weekend Workshop With John and Ellen May 18th 2oth Embrace Freedom Create your New World of Love and Abundance As we watch our world in chaos and witness the old world crumbling, this is such an important time for communities to come together. It is also a powerful time for co-creation and healing. Let s start building our new world together. We Look forward to a magical weekend. This workshop can be seen as a mid-year mini retreat for those who just love this work and play and don't want to miss an opportunity to create a space for change and miracles to happen. The workshop will be held at the Canadian Academy of Therapeutic Arts, 120 Kirkland Road, Unit 12, in Richmond Hill (same venue as the Reiki classes) and will take place over the weekend. Friday Saturday Sunday. 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 11:00 am - 4:00 pm This workshop is open to all and is by donation. Please register with Darlene at darlene@usuireikitoronto.com. FULL MOON MEDITATION & KEYNOTES Meditation is a potent method of service to humanity when the mind is used as a channel for the reception of the energies of light and love and the will-to-good and their direction into human consciousness. The moment of the full moon each month offers the greatest opportunity for meditation - particularly in group formation - to be used as a means of cooperation with the Divine Plan or Intention for our world. The esoteric Law of Cycles -- the law which is symbolised by the waxing of the moon to full brightness followed by its waning -- affirms that we can consciously cooperate with the flow of spiritual energies. The soul's meditation is rhythmic and cyclic in its nature as is all else in the cosmos. The soul breathes and its form lives thereby. The rhythmic nature of the soul's meditation must not be overlooked in the life of the aspirant. There is an ebb and flow in all nature, and in the tides of the ocean we have a wonderful picture of an eternal law... the idea of a cyclic response to soul impulses lies back of the activities of a morning meditation, a noonday recollection, and an evening review. A larger ebb and flow is also indicated in the two aspects of the full moon and the new moon. (Alice A. Bailey) The energies which are uniquely available at the full moon -- when rightly understood, received and transmitted in meditation -- can be instrumental in helping humanity to move on towards its spiritual goal as an integrated, aligned centre of consciousness within the body of the One in Whom we live and move and have our being. This is the essential objective of monthly full moon meditations. Take the opportunity to personally meditate on the appointed day, focusing on the keynote for that full moon. In undertaking the service of full moon meditation, the aim is to work imaginatively as members of the new group of world servers, dedicated to world service. Spiritually and telepathically, the group is one and the work is one. Tuesday, May 29th Gemini Keynote: I recognize my other self and in the waning of that self, I grow and glow. Thursday, June 28th Cancer Keynote: I build a lighted house And therein dwell. Friday, July 27th Leo Keynote: I am That And That am I. 2 If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter, please call or email.... 416-226-5483 or darlene@usuireikitoronto.com
Message from the Mountaintop I can t make you love me, if you don t. You can t make your heart feel, something it won t. Bonnie Raitt song. Love cannot be forced, it can only be an invitation. You are always free to receive or refuse. The illusion of being separate is a strong paradigm of many layers. How does one unravel it? When you take away this foundational belief (I am separate), the rest of the story it has created in your life falls apart. It collapses when you remember you are part of a greater whole. You can no longer be tricked into believing you re alone and at risk. At some point in life you were innocent and trusting that life had your back. Somewhere along the way, you saw or glimpsed Source s love in someone s eyes or in Nature and felt it stir deep within your heart, a memory or feeling of connection. You are still innocent and can trust if you choose. We ve allowed experience to override essence. Many of us were not told to hold on to our essence in the face of conflicting experiences, but, it s what we came to do. Within the bewilderment is the opportunity to discover compassion for our suffering, tenderness and nurturing to heal our wounds and the eyes to see that others need this also. With the perpetuation of separateness, instead we discovered blame and punishment, of ourselves and each other. We forgot we came from the same Mother, way back before worlds were created. We are in fact all brothers and sisters, in holy kinship, at our cores. The exploration of this message has played out in many worlds and dimensions, with various intermittent outcomes. Eventually, through millennia, the truth prevails. It is our turn at bat, to awaken to the truth within our hearts that there is more than just survival at stake. We can allow love to lift our hearts to the next level, if we do it together. Noone gets out or ahead, alone. Instead of competing with each other as we do, even within our families, partnerships, relationships and even against ourselves, imagine.. a world where we recognize each other with compassion and cooperation. Imagine.. knowing feelings are energy and don t have to be perceived as threats. Imagine.. harnessing that pure energy in creative beneficent ways. Imagine.. working with your emotions as YOUR creations, no matter what the catalyst that stirred them. Imagine.. using them to discover personal truths, truths that could lead to exciting new choices and creations. Imagine.. that your peace is within you and you only need to learn how to access it. Imagine..starting with the premise that YOU ARE LOVED IMMENSELY!! Think of the softening that would allow in your mind and stance in the world. Imagine.. sharing that vibration with all the kingdoms and species, including humanity, that you interact and relate with. Imagine..choosing to feel the love that Source has for you and looking for that reflection in this life. We always prove our beliefs, so choose better beliefs. Accept the invitation to explore love from the premise of having all of it available to partake in. Let us love you and in that freedom, love back because it feels so good to. Blessings and Love Cheryl Cowie FALL REIKI RETREAT AT SEVERN LODGE IN MUSKOKA WITH JOHN & ELLEN 30th September to 7th October The venue arrangements have been finalized and we are excited about this fall retreat. We now offer a three-part payment plan for your convenience. See the retreat flyer at the end of this newsletter for retreat information, venue details and registration form. Email darlene@usuireikitoronto.com if you have any questions regarding this retreat. Reiki II is a prerequisite, taken with Denise, John and Ellen or with Coral Prebble. Newsletter Submissions If you would like to contribute to the next issue of Lightlines, articles must be submitted to the Centre by July 1st. Please note that articles may be subject to editing due to space. Usui Reiki Group Website Don t forget to check out our website at: www.usuireikitoronto.com for information about Reiki events, as well as registration forms and links to the Melbourne and Santa Barbara sister sites. REIKI DAY Planned for a Saturday In June 2018 A full day of Reiki for Reiki Channels This is open to anybody who has taken Reiki I or Reiki II with Denise, John and Ellen, or with Coral Prebble. Come at 9:30 am for coffee. We start at 10:00 and usually go until about 5:00 pm. You must commit to full day. Bring your own lunch. Please email Darlene for details and location if you are interested. You must register so we can organize a venue. We need a minimum of 5 people. By donation 3
Reiki with John Crundall & Ellen Rose Certified Reiki Masters from the Usui Reiki Centre in Melbourne, Australia Reiki Reiki means Universal Life Energy. Many cultures dating back to ancient times have had the wisdom and the knowledge that an unseen energy flows through all living things, and is directly related to the quality of health in life. Reiki addresses body, mind and spirit accelerating one s ability to heal one s self. Reiki, as taught by its re-discoverer Dr. Usui, has a simple set of procedures to follow, which were passed down to each of the Reiki Masters who followed his teachings. Reiki is easy to learn and is simple, effective and safe. Reiki allows anyone to contact this unlimited energy and transmit it through the hands, to themselves and others, creating the space for improved health and enhanced quality of life. Reiki Level $295.00 Friday May 11th 7:00 pm-10:30 pm Saturday May 12th 10:00 am-6:00 pm Sunday May 13th 12 Noon-6:00 pm Reiki Level II $650.00 Friday May 25th 6:30 pm-10:30 pm Saturday May 26th 9:30 am-6:00 pm Sunday May 27th 11:00 am-6:00 pm Send deposit and inquiries to: Usui Reiki Group Toronto c/o 628 Cummer Avenue North York, ON M2K 2M8 Tel: (416) 226-5483 Fax: (416) 226-3266 John & Denise John began teaching in 1991, in partnership with his beloved wife and spiritual teacher Denise Crundall. Denise and John established the Usui Reiki Centre in Melbourne, Australia, a healing Centre which is run entirely by volunteers and funded by donations. Together, they have inspired people around the world, teaching in Australia, USA, Canada, Germany, Russia, Thailand and Austria. Ellen Rose Co-founder of the Toronto Usui Reiki Centre in 1995, moved to Australia to apprentice with Denise & John. After Denise s passing in 2002, she began teaching together with John. Ellen is a dynamic teacher, consummate friend, healer and Dream weaver. Working with the magic of joy, movement and tradition, to teach Reiki in the Usui, Hayashi, Takata, and Denise s Lineage. Her great breadth of knowledge and engaging humour, will lead you through the understanding of the how come? of illness; an overview of the metaphysical causation & language of the body & its relationship with Spirit. This journey comes home with an understanding of Reiki & where it fits with the world of healing. Classes are held at: Canadian Academy of Therapeutic Arts 120 Newkirk Road, Unit 12 Richmond Hill L4C 9S7 Parking is available at the building See yrt.ca for bus schedule from Finch subway Registration Name: (as you would like it to appear on your certificate) Phone: E-mail: Address: City/ Province: Postal Code: Enroll Me For Reiki Level 1 Deposit $150.00 Full Payment $295.00 Enroll Me For Reiki Level 11 Deposit $200.00 Full Payment $650.00 Please make cheques payable to E.J. Rose or e-transfer to darleneawde@hotmail.com Deposits are non-refundable, but will be held over for the next class if requested.
THE USUI REIKI GROUP PRESENTS 2018 CANADA FALL RETREAT MUSKOKA RETREAT AT SEVERN LODGE Sunday, September 30th to Sunday October 7th, 2018 As everything shifts and changes in a world becoming new, it is essential that we gather from time to time to strengthen the spiritual bonds that have been forged over the past decades. Denise had a vision of such a world community of loose knit kindred spirits doing their personal work in Sacred places. Ellen has continued this Great Work of excellent teaching and soul growth. A Retreat in fall on the lake is an opportunity to pause to gather substance and to sow seeds of the New World that WILL bear fruit in the spring. Following the excellence of 2017, we are proud to present this opportunity once again. Come and be a part of the Great Work! Check out the following link for Severn Lodge pictures and videos: http://severnlodge.com/
MUSKOKA RETREAT AT SEVERN LODGE 2018 WITH JOHN CRUNDALL & ELLEN ROSE WHEN: Sunday, September 30 th to Sunday October 7 th, 2018 Check-in time 4 pm - Gathering 6 pm WHERE: COST: REGISTRATION: Severn Lodge, Port Severn, Ontario, Canada (www.severnlodge.net) $2095.00 CDN includes course fee, all meals, double or triple shared accommodation and all taxes. Single occupancy rate is $2830.00 CDN. Deposit of $700.00 CDN due with registration to guarantee your place. Second deposit of $700.00 CDN due June 1 st, 2018 Final Balance of $695.00 CDN due August 15 th, 2018 Payments by e-transfer in Canada to darleneawde@hotmail.com or by cheque payable to EJ Rose Contact us at darlene@usuireikitoronto.com for details. Cancellations prior to September 1 st, a $25 booking fee will apply. Cancellations after September 1 st, 2018 are non-refundable. Book early to guarantee your place. PREREQUITES: Reiki II. Participants must have taken Reiki II with Den/John Crundall, Ellen or Coral, or have Reiki II and have sat in on both their Reiki I & II classes. - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REGISTRATION Name E-mail Phone Address Special diet restriction Type of vegetarian (i.e. vegan, fish only etc.) Out of town Arrivals: Arrival date and time Airline and flight number Departure date and time Send registration to: Usui Reiki Centre Toronto c/o 628 Cummer Avenue North York, Ontario, Canada M2K 2M8 Tel (416) 226-5483 Fax (416) 226-3266 darlene@usuireikitoronto.com