Angel Dreams Oracle Cards by Doreen Virtue

Angel Dreams Oracle Cards 

by Doreen Virtue & Melissa Virtue

Published by Hay House  

RRP £12.99 Hay House price £10.38

By now, you all should now that when Doreen Virtue releases a new product I cannot wait to read it or use it and this oracle deck was no different. I've taken my time somewhat in writing up my review of these and have probably used this oracle deck more than any other (even though I sincerely adore all Doreen's decks). I've made it my mission to really utilize the power in these cards by using them in a variety of ways which I will share with you. 

First things first, Doreen teamed up with Melissa Virtue (dream interpretor and daughter-in-law to Doreen) to create this 55 card deck. In this beautifully illustrated card deck, Doreen and Melissa reveal the meaning of 55 basic dream symbols. "The accompanying guidebook explains how to conduct 'dream readings' to resolve your deepest questions and concerns and shine light upon your unconscious mind. In this way, you can harness the power of your dreams to steer yourself in your desired direction! "

In the guidebook you are given wonderful new and exciting card layouts to help guide your reading and aid your understanding. I tried a layout of my own and found the reading to be highly insightful and accurate. I could relate to the guidance and even looked out for what guidance it gave me for up and coming events.

The Dream Spiral Lay Out

I have found these cards very useful when consulting them after a dream that I may not have understood. The first time I consulted the cards after I woke up, I pulled the "Fire" card (pictured below) and it helped me realise the meaning of the dream I'd had which was by no coincidence only divine and perfect synchronicity-  about a fire!

I've also used these cards to guide my day ahead as you would do with any other card deck and have found that they are very complementary to any other deck and of course radiate guidance for your day ahead. I've felt closer to my spiritual practice with the angels using this deck, perhaps because I am a bit of a "Dream Freak" in that my intuitive abilities are at their strongest in my dream time. My intuitive dreams began when I was 13 with the dramatic plane crashes and such, to even witnessing Heaven prepare for a passing from our world back into theirs - our true home.

What really surprised me pleasantly was the cards in this deck featured colours, chakras, and herbs as well as crystals.

  

I would say, try these cards, purchase them from Hay House absolutely if you love symbolism, colour, and fancy trying something new from Doreen Virtue. I don't see you being disappointed - only guided and more inspired by your dreams. 

Stop by and let me know how you get on with them, and if you already have them, what do you think of them? Leave your comments below and help other readers who may be new to oracle cards, or wondering if they should purchase them.

Angel Dreams Oracle Cards 

by Doreen Virtue & Melissa Virtue

Published by Hay House  

RRP £12.99 Hay House price £10.38

Gastric Mind Band : Book Review

Gastric Mind Band by Martin and Marion Shirran 

with Fiona Graham 

Published by Hay House UK 

RRP £12.99 Hay House UK Price £10.39 

Gastric Mind Band is a very in depth and eye opening book that really makes you think about food, diet and weight loss more thoughtfully. Martin and Marion Shirran run their own clinic in Spain and are both trained hypnotherapists, so they know what they are talking about given their wide coverage in the media, and the extensive case studies of people who have used this therapy to combat their weight and diet demons.

Gastric Mind Band Therapy doesn't restrict what you can eat, or when you can eat it. You simply have to eat what you like but you have to STOP when you are full, and ONLY eat when you are hungry. GmBand Therapy really makes you sit up, and take responsibility for what you put in your mouth.

This book will give you the tools to learn;

* how to use the GmB mental Pause Button to freeze time and save you from yourself
* about the dieting 'conspiracy' that's been keeping you feeling helpless and stuck
* how to have the level of motivation and control around food that you've been longing for
* how to harness the power of the subconscious mind.

I called upon my lovely Mum to test drive GmBand Therapy for the purposes of this review as I wanted a person who was open to the method, but who was so honest she would admit if it was a load of rubbish and the fact that she had been trying to lose weight for years! 

Here is my Mum's testimonial of the book and the therapy that is; Gastric Mind Band Therapy. 

I found this book very eye-opening especially about what the actual Gastric Band operation details,  so much so that I actually found myself repulsed at having the operation myself. I started to notice my eating habits change whilst I was reading the book. I even imagined myself having the Gastric Mind Band fitted whilst continuing to read. I spent time thinking about what I could spend the (approximately) £10,000 on that it would have cost me had I had the actual band surgery, which was rather enjoyable mentally spending that amount of money whilst having in the back of your mind the fact that it hadn't cost me a thing - only time to visualise.   I was automatically putting less food on a plate and even downsized to using a small section of a side dinner plate, but I still found myself leaving food on the plate as I was feeling full. In 10 days I lost 12lb and i'm still losing now. I feel fantastic! I'm actually getting the help I need (from reading this book and the case studies on the author's website) to help me lose weight. I still have a way to go and I feel hopeful of reaching my target by July. 

Well, there you go! Not my testimonial telling you how great this book is and the method but my Mum! I have to say from an outsiders point of view, seeing the difference in my Mum has been thrilling! I have been there when she weighed herself and saw the sheer joy at a 12lb weight loss over 10 days! I'm there on a daily basis seeing her confidence grow, meal choices change and determination to succeed. The most "crazy" observation I made was when she used a small side dinner plate for a Sunday dinner and left food on the plate!!

So if you have weight to lose what are you waiting for? Head on over to Hay House UK and purchase the book that will change your eating habits for life without having risky surgery!

Martin and Marion have also written Pause Button Therapy which would work well with this book. I am currently reading it, so expect a review soon!

I'm off to read the book myself now to see how much I can lose in weight.

 Gastric Mind Band by Martin and Marion Shirran 

with Fiona Graham 

Published by Hay House UK 

RRP £12.99 Hay House UK Price £10.39 

Book Review ~ Soul Plan by Blue Marsden

 Soul Plan by Blue Marsden 

Published by Hay House UK

RRP £12.99 Hay House Price £10.39

When I received this book from Hay House UK to read and review I wondered what I had let myself in for. The sheer thickness this book is enough to scare anyone. But don't be put off. Acknowledge the fear and do it anyway. I did and I can honestly say that I have not regretted it one tiny bit. 

Soul Plan tells you that using a very distinct and completely authentic method that I have NEVER heard of, seen or used before (until now - I'm a tad bit of an addict now), you can discover what your Soul Plan is. Blue Marsden is an amazing guy for bringing this method to the masses through this book. I truly believe this is the key to really uncovering who we truly are. 

All you need is; the willingness to commit to reading it, an openess to the method, a pen, some paper and your FULL BIRTH NAME. 

Yes you did read that right, you need your name! 

That's it! All the rest is basically done for you! 

When I discovered the method it reminded me a little of Numerology and I recalled when I first started out the sheer time it took me to complete Numerology Reports for my clients. Soul Plan blows Numerology out of the water in my eyes, it's quicker, it's more in depth, it's uncomplicated, it's thoroughness and it is ACCURATE beyond belief. 

I completed a Soul Plan for myself, My Mum, My deceased Nan (There was a huge pattern in our challenges and talents that linked to it amazingly well!), and my friends and colleagues at work to test it out. All of them said how amazing it was and how they could relate to the reading. Some even said how it helped them see their lives in a different way and understand that the Universe isn't conspiring against us, it's actually working with us - the only one conspiring against us is ourselves. 

The key to reconditioning that it this method! 

I have since begun using it with my Coaching clients at Celestial Life Coaching because before they even return their initial questionnaire I can tell them what their issues are, what their talents are in the world, what their challenges are, and how they can move forward. I already know what areas in their life that are hot spots for chaos. This takes my Intuitive coaching to a whole NEW level!  

I cannot tell you how amazing this book is, but trust me, I would NOT implement this method into my Coaching sessions if it didn't work, if it took a ridiculous amount of time to complete, was confusing, or it if wasn't accurate. 

My clients count on me, and I hold myself accountable for that and this book helps me achieve the standards I set for myself, and the standards my clients expect from me. 

Soul Plan by Blue Marsden 

Published by Hay House UK

RRP £12.99 Hay House Price £10.39

The Passionate Crafter : Guest Blogger ~ Janine Harrison

Hi

I’m honoured to be able to write a guest blog here. It’s about my current passion which is crafting and how you can find inspiration and confidence through crafting.

Crafting is a pleasure that is currently undergoing a major resurgence. Whether it’s for environmental or budgetary reasons people are turning away from the mass produced items and looking for homemade and individual. The demand for learning new crafting skills is growing too. I hope reading this could help inspire you to try a craft. 

Sometimes the thing that could be holding a person back from trying a craft is not knowing where to get the inspiration from. I find the best inspiration of all is free and all around us – the inspiration of nature. That vein pattern of a leaf could look great as a picture, the softness of your pet dog’s fur could inspire a cuddly toy or the colours of the sky reflected in a puddle might inspire a poem or a song.

Deciding upon a craft to try for the first time can seem quite daunting, especially if you don’t feel confident in your own abilities. Starting small is the best first step, little things like doodling stick men on the back of an envelope, trying to write a short poem whilst waiting for a bus, cutting up images from magazines to stick in an inspiration scrap book, these are all little steps which allow ourselves to consider a craft. This allowing ourselves time to try something new is an inspiration in itself. Just taking 5 minutes out of the everyday to think about something creative can in itself spark more creative ideas.

Treat yourself to a visit to a craft store or haberdashery stall – you don’t have to buy anything yet we are still browsing for inspirations. What do you feel drawn to? Is it ribbons and bows, material or card? Follow your instincts. And don’t worry if you feel drawn to a material which you have no idea how to use. Supplies don’t have to be used only for their traditional roles. Buttons can be glued to cards as decoration rather than sewn to a shirt; wool can be knotted into a friendship bracelet rather than knitted into a scarf.

When you feel you have found the materials you would like to use then Charity shops are also a great resource for crafting materials. They often stock items like buttons and thread, picture frames, wool and material etc to help you start up. This is often a cheaper first option and is also re-using materials so good for the environment too. And you could score some amazing vintage item to incorporate into your work too.

Once you have some crafting materials you might still feel you need guidance on what to do next. You could consider a skills swap. Do you have friends or family who already use a craft you would like to learn? Think about asking them to swap a few lessons in return for something like babysitting, cooking a meal, putting up a shelf. Everyone has skills that someone else would like to learn, so never think you have nothing to offer. I guarantee you will have a huge list of swappable and transferable skills if you just looked at yourself from other people’s eyes. Ask your friends and family what skills they think you already have.

There are also lots of classes and clubs springing up – look for listings in local craft stores, online, in the library and at local adult education centres and ask around locally. Crafting can be a great way to bring different generations together as we all have something to share and a different way of looking at things.

Once you start crafting you may also notice an emotional change. You could feel calmer, more centred, and happier when inspired, motivated to complete a project, a sense of belonging to the wider community of crafters. I strongly believe in the healing powers of creational activities as they allow us to experience simple pleasures and become lost in the moment of creation. Personally I try to practice a mindfulness of stitchery, enjoying everything I work on, concentrating on each task in hand, and appreciating the process. And remember it isn’t a competition, there will always be people whose work seems better, neater, and more creative than our own but there will also be people thinking that about your own work too.

I hope reading this has inspired you to take the first step in learning a craft or trying a new craft and helped show that inspiration is available in abundance, materials are easily obtainable and help and guidance is out there.

Magic of the Miniscule is a way of life, a philosophy and a person. Janine has been interested in alternative health, medicine, spirituality and nature her whole life. Always interested in the smallest details her childhood involved lots of ant and bee watching and playing with her microscope! Recently she became a full time carer and amongst the many changes this entailed has also been able to resurrect some crafting skills and learn new ones. When not caring for relations she'll be found either caring for chickens, crafting or appreciating nature in its tiniest details. 

You can Find Janine at Miniscule Magic

Dawn Says: "I absolutely loved reading about Janine's passion and found it heartwarming to know just how much it has helped her on a personal level. I sincerely hope that you all enjoyed reading this just as much as I did. I am so pleased that Janine was willing to share her passion with us all here as Faerie Whisperer, and I hope she will return to write for us again. Thank you Janine xxx" 

Achieving My Goals & Making it Happen!

Well we are 25 days into 2013 and already I am achieving goals that I have set myself! And I'm experiencing plenty of Miracles daily - but it's what I expect in my life, so it's what I experience! I just had to blog to share the energy of miracles with you! 

So, as I said in my previous blog post, I will be *cyber-renting* my blog to wonderful friends and bloggers who are going to share their wisdom with you whilst I am working on achieving more of my goals, so I'm taking this opportunity to catch up with you all before the *Cyber-Renting* begins! 

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Firstly, I have to share amazing news with you all. As you are aware I have been building up my Life Coaching practice which has lead to some pretty amazing doorways opening up for me. I am so super psyched to announce that I am now a *Life Teacher* on M.I.N (My Inspiration Network) that was founded, created and is run by the amazing Bernard Charles - America's Future Talk Show Host. I feel incredibly honored to be a "life teacher" and I just know that this is not only a wonderful opportunity for me as a coach but it's great for you guys and gals too, because now you have yet another way of being able to access my coaching sessions! 

I am a *Celestial Energy Coach* and you can read my *Life-Teacher* profile here which will tell you how you can contact me to discuss more about having a Celestial Energy Life Coaching session with me. 

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Also, I am super excited to share with you the news that I have a *Fear-Busting Masterclass* featured in the February issue of Soul & Spirit Magazine 

The feature is amazingly powerful to help you get past your fears and kick the Funky Feeling to the curb! My coaching helps you kick butt and develop your own sense of inner worth and commitment to your spirituality in the process. 

Which leads me onto my next sprinkling of news. (I should have warned you that there was a LOT of exciting news shouldn't I :) ) 

Celestial Life Coaching has had a face lift to so speak - we're getting enthusiastic, colourful and springing our way forward into 2013 with a new celestial energy. I've had my banners, promo materials and business cards designed and they are amazing. What do you guys and gals think? I'm in love with them! 

Business Banner

Business Card Design

Services Description

They are pretty amazing aren't they? 

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So, you should come and check out what I'm doing at Celestial Life Coaching and of course over at My Inspiration Network! 

Come and see me living my truth and walking my talk! 

I help you to achieve your goals and share with you all the goals that I'm working towards and MANIFESTING INTO MY REALITY to inspire you to do the same. We are all in the same boat and I row with you! 

So come check us out on Facebook, and on my blog, I would so excited to see you there! 

Exciting Reviews coming to FaerieWhisperer.blogspot.com very soon; 

* Soul Plan by Blue Marsden

*Angel Dreams Oracle Deck by Doreen Virtue

*May Cause Miracles by Gabrielle Bernstein (I LOVE THIS BOOK!) 

*Pause Button Therapy

*Gastric Mind Band 

and plenty more... 

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Also, the next blog post here will be from a Cyber-Renting Blogger who is amazing!! Janine has a awesome blog post for you guys and gals! 

Catch it Late Friday evening ready for the Weekend!